Match previews·1 hr. ago
Spain meet Argentina in World Cup final with rankings and data in focus
FIFA's top two sides meet on Sunday, with Opta's model favouring Spain while Argentina lean on outperforming their expected goals.
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Match previews·1 hr. ago
World Cup final: Spain's defensive record against Argentina's xG surge
The top two sides in FIFA's world ranking meet on Sunday, with Opta's model making Spain favourites and Argentina rated fourth likeliest.
Tournaments·105 days ago
Statistical strengths of World Cup quarter-finalists revealed
Opta data highlights key advantages for France, Spain, Morocco, Belgium and Norway ahead of knockouts.
Tournaments·105 days ago
World Cup quarter-finals: Statistical strengths of the eight remaining teams
An Opta analysis reveals each team's key statistical edge ahead of the knockout stage.