This year’s FIFA World Cup has been full of surprises, partly due to the new 48-team format. One of the most unexpected outcomes was Cape Verde, ranked 67th and participating in its first World Cup, managing to hold Spain, a tournament favorite, to a scoreless draw in Atlanta. Cape Verde continued to impress by coming from behind to secure a 2-2 draw with Uruguay. These upsets are not just a result of the expanded field but also the influence of a lesser-known tech giant whose data platform has helped level the playing field. This technology has provided teams with valuable insights, allowing underdogs like Cape Verde to compete more effectively against traditionally stronger teams.
QUESTION: How might the use of advanced data platforms in sports change the way teams prepare for competitions in the future?
The secret AI that could help explain this wild World Cup
