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Scotland vs Brazil Stats: 2026 World Cup Group C – Live

Will Scotland qualify for the World Cup knockout stages for the first time? Follow this Group C game with our Scotland vs Brazil stats page. The post Scotland vs Brazil Stats: 2026 World Cup Group C – Live appeared first on Opta Analyst .

Morocco vs Haiti Stats: 2026 World Cup Group C – Live

Follow this Group C Matchday 3 game from Atalanta at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with our Morocco vs Haiti stats page. The post Morocco vs Haiti Stats: 2026 World Cup Group C – Live appeared first on Opta Analyst .

The Youngest Players to Score at a World Cup

Who are the youngest FIFA World Cup scorers? We look back at the players to score their first goal at the youngest age in the competition. The post The Youngest Players to Score at a World Cup appeared first on Opta Analyst .

The Oldest Players in World Cup History

Who are the oldest players in World Cup history? Here, we go through the oldest 10 players to feature in a World Cup finals match. The post The Oldest Players in World Cup History appeared first on Opta Analyst .

Türkiye vs USA Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview

The last 32 of the FIFA World Cup awaits as the USA round off their group stage campaign against already-eliminated Turkey. Having already topped Group D with two wins from two, can the co-hosts continue their 100% record in Los Angeles? The post Türkiye vs USA Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .

Paraguay vs Australia Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview

Who will claim second place in Group D? We look ahead to Friday’s clash in San Francisco with our Paraguay vs Australia prediction and preview. The post Paraguay vs Australia Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .

Tunisia vs Netherlands Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview

With one foot already in the knockout phase, can Oranje seal top spot in Group F? We look ahead to Thursday's FIFA World Cup clash with our Tunisia vs Netherlands prediction and preview. The post Tunisia vs Netherlands Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .

Ecuador vs Germany Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview

Germany are already through to the knockout stages of World Cup 2026, and can earn a share of national team history against Ecuador. The post Ecuador vs Germany Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .

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Japan vs Sweden Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview

Japan, Sweden and the Netherlands are all likely to qualify for the knockouts ahead of the final round of Group F fixtures at the FIFA World Cup. Look ahead to Friday's potential table-decider with our Japan vs Sweden prediction and preview.  The post Japan vs Sweden Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .

Curaçao vs Ivory Coast Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview

A decisive meeting in Group E awaits at the FIFA World Cup. We look ahead to Thursday’s clash with our Curaçao vs Ivory Coast prediction and preview. The post Curaçao vs Ivory Coast Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .

Five Questions to Be Answered on Matchday 3 of the 2026 World Cup

The group stage of the biggest FIFA World Cup in history is approaching its conclusion, but there are still many questions to be answered during Matchday 3. The post Five Questions to Be Answered on Matchday 3 of the 2026 World Cup appeared first on Opta Analyst .

Don’t Worry England, the World Cup is a Marathon, Not a Sprint

England were poor in Tuesday night's draw with Ghana, but World Cup champions often have a group-stage hiccup. No need to hit the panic button just yet. The post Don’t Worry England, the World Cup is a Marathon, Not a Sprint appeared first on Opta Analyst .

Most FIFA World Cup Appearances by a Player

Here are the players who combined longevity and excellence to make the most World Cup appearances as a player. The post Most FIFA World Cup Appearances by a Player appeared first on Opta Analyst .

Czechia vs Mexico: World Cup 2026 Match Preview

Czechia will aim to capitalise on Mexico’s potential squad rotation on Matchday 3.  Look ahead to this Group A game at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with our Czechia vs Mexico prediction and preview. The post Czechia vs Mexico: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .

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South Africa vs South Korea: World Cup 2026 Match Preview

South Korea are in a strong position to reach the round of 32, but South Africa can still upset the odds. Look ahead to South Africa vs South Korea in Group A at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with our match prediction and preview. The post South Africa vs South Korea: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .

Scotland vs Brazil Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview

Can Scotland finally escape the group stage, or will a familiar foe break Tartan Army hearts? We look ahead to Wednesday's FIFA World Cup clash with our Scotland vs Brazil prediction and preview. The post Scotland vs Brazil Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .

Morocco vs Haiti Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview

The final positions in Group C of the 2026 World Cup will be decided as we look ahead to Morocco taking on Haiti in Atlanta. After beating Scotland and giving Brazil an almighty scare, can Morocco make history by finishing top of the pile? The post Morocco vs Haiti Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .

Switzerland vs Canada Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview

Who will finish top of Group B at the 2026 FIFA World Cup? We look ahead to Wednesday’s showdown in Vancouver with our Switzerland vs Canada prediction and preview. The post Switzerland vs Canada Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .