2026 World Cup Group Stage: Substitutes, Own Goals and Rising Mistakes
The first phase of the tournament has concluded with several statistical surprises. Substitute players, especially from France and Argentina, scored decisive goals that swung matches.
Own goals spiked unexpectedly among African and Asian sides. Overall, the number of mistakes rose by roughly 30 % compared with previous editions, prompting coaches to stress discipline.
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