England’s big chances and France’s shots: how World Cup quarter-finalists’ stats line up Each of the eight teams has at least one key strength, from Swiss speed to Spanish defence The Guardian - UK · Jul 9
10 Photos of Marta Kostyuk: Ukrainian Star Beats Ashlyn Krueger, Joins Swiatek and Gauff in Historic Wimbledon Club Marta Kostyuk reached her first Wimbledon quarter-final by beating Ashlyn Krueger and joined Iga Świątek and Coco Gauff in a rare Grand Slam club spanning all three surfaces. International Business Times UK · Jul 6
Mexico’s slow football indicates England could join rare club of winners at the Azteca Mexicoe have played at a relaxed tempo, but England have the pace to pose a significant threat The Guardian - UK · Jul 4
England and Tuchel take leaf out of Ramsey’s book with crossing tactics England attempted 35 crosses in open play against the DRC, their most since their World Cup winning campaign The Guardian - UK · Jul 3
DR Congo manager’s tactics may provide tougher challenge for England than Opta stats suggest Despite the chances of victory in normal time being 73.9%, Sébastien Desabre has changed his approach for stronger teams such as England The Guardian - UK · Jul 1
Supercomputer Predicts USMNT’s 2026 World Cup Finish After Group Stage Concludes The U.S. men’s national team is chasing its best finish in the modern era of the World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Jun 30
How link between Bellingham and Kane has unlocked England’s stodgy attack Thomas Tuchel’s side have struggled in open play in the US but midfielder’s partnership with his captain has started to change that The Guardian - UK · Jun 29
Opta reveals brutal long odds for Scotland’s World Cup progress It is out of their hands The Independent UK · Jun 27
I was there last time Scotland had to wait at World Cup - It wasn't happy camp I was there last time Scotland had to wait at World Cup - It wasn't happy camp The National (Scotland) · Jun 26
Red-hot strikers, errors and smart subs: why the 2026 World Cup is a goal-fest This tournament is shaping up to be the most prolific since 1970 – if Messi, Mbappé and co can keep up the pace The Guardian - UK · Jun 24
World Cup Group D permutations: supercomputer says Socceroos will progress Even a narrow defeat against Paraguay in their final group game should be enough to earn a place in the last 32, where Belgium may await The Guardian - AU · Jun 23
Supercomputer Predicts USMNT’s 2026 World Cup Finish After Winning Group D The best World Cup finish of the modern era could be achieved by Mauricio Pochettino’s in-form side. Sports Illustrated · Jun 21
FIFA World Cup: Yamal-inspired Spain stride to one-sided victory over Saudi Arabia Having scored in the 11th minute, Yamal, at the age of 18 years and 343 days old, registered his maiden FIFA World Cup goal just 14 days younger than Messi's first FIFA WC goal (at 18 years and 357 days old), as per ESPN. The Economic Times · Jun 21
Mexico’s 2026 World Cup Knockout Stage Path After Winning Group A El Tri completed its first 2026 World Cup objective and will host its round of 32 game at the Estadio Azteca. Sports Illustrated · Jun 19
The Guardian - UK · Jun 18 Numbers game: stats that tell stories from the first 24 World Cup matches All 48 teams have played their first matches. From xG to assists to transfer value, here’s some of the more revealing bits of data
Euronews · Jun 11 World Cup 2026: supercomputer backs Spain, former stars favour Argentina A member of France’s 1998 World Cup-winning team and the Italian defender who scored in the 2006 final shared their expectations with Euronews
Sports Illustrated · Jun 6 When Mbappe‘s France Could Face Ronaldo’s Portugal in 2026 World Cup France vs. Portugal would be a blockbuster clash deep into the 2026 World Cup.
Latin Times · Jun 6 Spain and France headline the 2026 World Cup race as England and Argentina complete the favorites' quartet The 2026 World Cup begins on June 11 with the tightest field at the top in recent memory. Three independent sources —the betting markets, artificial intelligence and FIFA's official ladder— paint, for the first time in years, the same map of power. And on that map, four flags share almost…
Sports Illustrated · Jun 4 Every Wrexham Player at the 2026 World Cup: Fixtures, Chances, Favorites The Red Dragons will have two players at the World Cup for the first time ever.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 1 Supercomputer Predicts Mexico’s World Cup Finish vs. Co-Hosts After Roster Reveal Mexico, the USMNT and Canada are all hopeful of deep tournament runs on home soil this summer.
Sports Illustrated · May 27 Supercomputer Predicts Champions League Winner As Arsenal, PSG Battle for Glory The stage is set for what should be a thrilling finale in Budapest.
Sports Illustrated · May 27 Supercomputer Predicts USMNT’s 2026 World Cup Chances Following Roster Reveal Manager Mauricio Pochettino has selected the group he hopes will lead the U.S. to glory this summer, but what are the chances?
Sports Illustrated · May 25 Why Bruno Fernandes’s Record-Breaking Assist Is So Controversial Thierry Henry has spoken out about Fernandes, who surpassed his long-standing Premier League record.
Sports Illustrated · May 20 Supercomputer Predicts 2025–26 Premier League Relegation Battle Ahead of Season Finale Tottenham and West Ham are still uncertain of their place in next season’s Premier League.
Sports Illustrated · May 19 Supercomputer Predicts Premier League Title Race As Arsenal Edge Past Burnley The Gunners are just a win away from their first Premier League title in 22 years.