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Colombia vs Ghana Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
Who will claim only their second ever win in the World Cup knockout stages? We look ahead to Saturday’s clash in Kansas City with our Colombia vs Ghana prediction and preview. The post Colombia vs Ghana Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Argentina vs Cape Verde Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
The path to a second successive World Cup final continues for Argentina, as the holders take on Cape Verde in the round of 32. With both sides unbeaten, could the tournament debutants spring arguably the biggest World Cup shock of all time? The post Argentina vs Cape Verde Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Australia vs Egypt Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
Egypt could be without Mohamed Salah when they take on Australia in the last 32 of the FIFA World Cup in Dallas. Look ahead with our Australia vs Egypt prediction and preview. The post Australia vs Egypt Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Switzerland 2-0 Algeria Stats: Embolo and Ndoye End 88-Year Wait for World Cup Knockout Win
Switzerland will face Colombia or Ghana in the last 16 of the World Cup as goals from Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye helped them down Algeria. The post Switzerland 2-0 Algeria Stats: Embolo and Ndoye End 88-Year Wait for World Cup Knockout Win appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Portugal 2-1 Croatia Stats: Ramos Completes Dramatic Late Comeback to Set up Spain Clash
It was an all-action second half between Portugal and Croatia in Toronto, but it was the former who came out on top despite all the drama. The post Portugal 2-1 Croatia Stats: Ramos Completes Dramatic Late Comeback to Set up Spain Clash appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Spain 3-0 Austria Stats: La Roja Ease into the World Cup Last 16 in Los Angeles
Look back at all the best stats from this 2026 FIFA World Cup round-of-32 match with our Spain vs Austria stats page. The post Spain 3-0 Austria Stats: La Roja Ease into the World Cup Last 16 in Los Angeles appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Will Cristiano Ronaldo Ever Score a World Cup Knockout Goal?
Cristiano Ronaldo has never scored a goal in a World Cup knockout stage. Why is that, and could it be set to change against Croatia? The post Will Cristiano Ronaldo Ever Score a World Cup Knockout Goal? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Switzerland vs Algeria Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
Will the Swiss reach the last 16 for a fourth consecutive edition? We look ahead to Thursday's FIFA World Cup clash with our Switzerland vs Algeria prediction and preview. The post Switzerland vs Algeria Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Portugal vs Croatia Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
Portugal have a proud record against Croatia as the two nations get set to lock horns in the last 32 of World Cup 2026. The post Portugal vs Croatia Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Spain vs Austria Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
The FIFA World Cup Round of 32 has been anything but straightforward so far. Can Austria add to the trend of upsets and send reigning European champions Spain packing? The post Spain vs Austria Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Six Takeaways from England’s Dramatic World Cup Comeback Win Over DR Congo
Harry Kane scored twice against DR Congo to take England into the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup. We look back on six notable things to come out of the Three Lions' victory. The post Six Takeaways from England’s Dramatic World Cup Comeback Win Over DR Congo appeared first on Opta Analyst .
USA 2-0 Bosnia-Herzegovina Stats: Tillman Free-Kick Seals Last-16 Spot After Balogun Red Card
The United States booked their place in the round of 16, getting a vital second goal after Folarin Balogun was sent off in the second half. The post USA 2-0 Bosnia-Herzegovina Stats: Tillman Free-Kick Seals Last-16 Spot After Balogun Red Card appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Belgium 3-2 Senegal Stats (AET): Youri Tielemans Completes Comeback With Latest Goal in World Cup History
The Red Devils came from two goals down to eliminate the Lions of Teranga in Seattle. Re-live this round-of-32 game at the FIFA World Cup with our Belgium vs Senegal stats page. The post Belgium 3-2 Senegal Stats (AET): Youri Tielemans Completes Comeback With Latest Goal in World Cup History appeared first on Opta Analyst .
England 2-1 DR Congo Stats: Harry Kane Rescues Three Lions With Second-Half Double
It was a nervy afternoon for England in Atlanta, but Harry Kane stepped up when his country needed him. Re-live this round-of-32 game at the FIFA World Cup with our England vs DR Congo stats page. The post England 2-1 DR Congo Stats: Harry Kane Rescues Three Lions With Second-Half Double appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Set-Piece Goals to Full-Back Holes: What Lessons Can England Learn Ahead of the Knockouts?
Here are six things we learned from England's first three matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as we look ahead to the knockouts. The post Set-Piece Goals to Full-Back Holes: What Lessons Can England Learn Ahead of the Knockouts? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The Biggest Questions, Key Stats and Most Important Players for the United States’ Last-32 World Cup Match
Ahead of the United States’ round of 32 clash with Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, we identify key numbers, players and questions that still need answering. The post The Biggest Questions, Key Stats and Most Important Players for the United States’ Last-32 World Cup Match appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Dos a Cero, Five Heartbreaks and a Humbling: A History of the US Men’s National Team in the World Cup Knockout Stages
Ahead of the United States’ round-of-32 matchup with Bosnia-Herzegovina, we revisit some of the facts, figures, fun and failure of their previous ventures into World Cup knockout football. The post Dos a Cero, Five Heartbreaks and a Humbling: A History of the US Men’s National Team in the World Cup Knockout Stages appeared first on Opta Analyst .
USA vs Bosnia-Herzegovina: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
Expectations have never been higher for USA, but Bosnia-Herzegovina will roll over for no one. Look ahead to their encounter in the round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with our match prediction and preview. The post USA vs Bosnia-Herzegovina: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Belgium vs Senegal Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
After dominant wins last time out at the FIFA World Cup, who will prevail in the round of 32? We look ahead to Wednesday’s clash with our Belgium vs Senegal prediction and preview. The post Belgium vs Senegal Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
England vs DR Congo Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
DR Congo will be looking to cause one of the FIFA World Cup's all-time upsets when they take on England in the last 32. The post England vs DR Congo Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Mexico vs Ecuador Stats: Quiñones Continues Scoring Run as Co-Hosts Make Concacaf History
Mexico have sealed their place in the last 16 at the World Cup with an impressive win over Ecuador at the Azteca. The post Mexico vs Ecuador Stats: Quiñones Continues Scoring Run as Co-Hosts Make Concacaf History appeared first on Opta Analyst .
France 3-0 Sweden Stats: Mbappé Breaks Another World Cup Record as Deschamps’ Men Dazzle
Having gone a game without scoring, Kylian Mbappé found his golden touch once again to help France to a thumping win over Sweden. The post France 3-0 Sweden Stats: Mbappé Breaks Another World Cup Record as Deschamps’ Men Dazzle appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The Inevitability of Erling Haaland
Norway won a World Cup knockout match for the first time on Tuesday. They weren't exceptional in beating Ivory Coast, but Erling Haaland can always tip the balance. The post The Inevitability of Erling Haaland appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Ivory Coast 1-2 Norway Stats: Haaland Late Show Sets up Brazil Clash in World Cup Last 16
Erling Haaland got the late winner to settle a FIFA World Cup thiller in Dallas. Relive this last-32 clash with our Ivory Coast vs Norway stats page. The post Ivory Coast 1-2 Norway Stats: Haaland Late Show Sets up Brazil Clash in World Cup Last 16 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The Biggest Upsets in World Cup History
Ever wondered what the biggest World Cup upsets of all time are? We take a look at the biggest shocks in tournament history. The post The Biggest Upsets in World Cup History appeared first on Opta Analyst .
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