You see Malo Gusto’s pace on weekends, but France needs his recovery speed for one specific tactical reason. Here’s why he’s vital for the WC 2026.

You think you know the number 9? Lyle Foster's tactical profile for the 2026 tournament redefines the role with relentless pressing and pivotal hold-up play.

You think a midfielder just passes? Ladislav Krejčí's spatial data proves he's a geometric weapon, and it's the key to Czechia’s 2026 tournament.

New Zealand's All Whites are known for defensive grit. But their attack for the 2026 tournament could hinge on one dynamic player you need to know: Lachlan Bayliss.

Everyone looks for flair, but Japan's Koki Ogawa wins with math. His elite aerial duel stats and npxG efficiency reveal the secret to breaking down any defense in 2026.

You think you know modern defenders? Kevin Danso's data radar proves why his blend of aerial dominance and line-breaking passes makes him an undervalued asset for the 2026 tournament.

Japan's attack is full of technical wizards, but one man is their 'Plan B' for the 2026 tournament. Here's how Koki Ogawa's hold-up play solves their biggest problem.

Kenji Gorré's modest goal tally is deceiving. Here's the one metric that proves his mathematical value to Curaçao for the 2026 tournament.

Kaan Ayhan isn't just a defender; his Bundesliga-honed passing stats make him a secret playmaker. Here's the data that proves his value for the 2026 tournament.