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WC26 Analysis rates all 48 World Cup 2026 teams with an Elo-style power number, then turns each matchup into expected goals and a model score reference using a Poisson model.

After every real match, each team's rating is re-calibrated (Elo update), so analysis for upcoming games sharpen as the tournament unfolds. Standings and results update automatically.

The site is designed as an independent football reference for fans who want a quick way to compare teams, follow group standings, and understand how a transparent rating model views each matchup.

Match data is updated through the Football-Data.org API when available. Team descriptions and model explanations are written for this site; raw match results are credited to the external data provider.

This is a simple statistical model for entertainment and discussion. It does not use injury, form or lineup data. This site provides football data analysis for sports discussion only. It does not provide betting advice, gambling tips, odds, bookmaker links, or guaranteed outcomes.

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