Most clinical? Least creative? Best in the air? Comparing the last four
Summary
Four teams—Argentina, England, France, and Spain—are in the World Cup semi-finals, and their performances so far show different strengths. Argentina has scored the most goals and been very efficient, France has created the most scoring chances, Spain has been strong defensively and controlled possession the most, and England has finished well despite fewer chances.Key Facts
- Argentina scored 17 goals, the highest among the semi-finalists, and converted 18% of their chances.
- France averaged the most goals per 90 minutes, took the most shots, and had the highest expected goals rate.
- Spain conceded only one goal before the quarter-finals and had the most possession (66%) at the tournament.
- England scored more than two goals per game, helped by effective finishing from players like Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane.
- Argentina has played the most minutes but actually runs and sprints less than the other teams when time is considered.
- Spain has pressed the opponents and run the most among the final four teams.
- Lionel Messi has made the most passes leading to scoring chances at this World Cup so far (15 assists).
- England leads in successful crosses and headed shots, creating a strong aerial threat against Argentina, who struggle in aerial duels.
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