Published Jun 18, 2026, 10:34 AM ET · Updated 5 months ago · 1 source
Numbers game: stats that tell stories from the first 24 World Cup matches
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T he first round of fixtures at the World Cup is in the bank so we’ve finally seen all 48 teams. But what have we learned? Who was good, bad, lucky or fired after just one game? A dig into the Opta data has revealed some facts that may not have been immediately apparent from the scorelines. Enter your email to keep reading - for free. It takes just 30 seconds We’re committed to keeping our quality reporting open. By registering and providing us with insight into your preferences, you’re helping