World Cup final data pointers: Spain’s defensive record and Argentina’s attack
The reigning champions may need to continue outperforming their xG to overcome Spain’s superb defensive record The World Cup final will feature the champions of South America and Europe for the first time. Argentina and Spain sit first and second in Fifa’s...

World Cup final data pointers: Spain’s defensive record and Argentina’s attack is among the latest updates being followed by Novexa News from The Guardian Football. The reigning champions may need to continue outperforming their xG to overcome Spain’s superb defensive record The World Cup final will feature the champions of South America and Europe for the first time. Argentina and Spain sit first and second in Fifa’s...
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Source: The Guardian Football via theguardian.com - https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jul/19/world-cup-final-spain-argentina-goals-defensive-record







