Opta Rates France Top Quarter-Final Favorite as England Leads on 23 Big Chances
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Updated · The Guardian · Jul 9
Opta Rates France Top Quarter-Final Favorite as England Leads on 23 Big Chances
3 articles · Updated · The Guardian · Jul 9
Summary
Opta’s quarter-final analysis ranks France, Spain, Argentina and England as the most likely semi-finalists, while identifying a standout statistical edge for each of the eight teams left.
France’s case rests on 33 carries ending with shots, Spain have conceded just 1.49 expected goals, and England have created a tournament-high 23 big chances.
Argentina’s 7 goals from counterattacks, set pieces and penalties underline their attacking variety, while Belgium’s 15 shots from high turnovers point to a pressing threat against Spain.
Morocco lead the remaining teams in sprint intensity at 0.75 per kilometre, Norway top chance quality at 0.17 xG per shot, and Switzerland’s direct speed reaches 1.77 metres per second.