The 12 players to watch during the FIFA World Cup 2026 according to NetSI Sport, based on network analysis of the Hudl Statsbomb dataset. Players who don't just score, assist, and defend but change the shape of the game with their craft.
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Northeastern researchers analyzed 3,400+ match events to identify which players are the top threats in the 2026 World Cup.
