2026 World Cup Data Review: Late Comebacks, Passing and xG Milestone
During the 2026 World Cup, 32 nations contested 64 matches, producing a total of 176 goals. The tournament featured 12 late comebacks lasting more than two minutes, marking one of the highest frequencies in World Cup history.
Average passes per match rose to 540, surpassing previous editions. The standout statistic was a record expected goals (xG) average of 2.
1, indicating a notable rise in attacking efficiency.
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