xG 2.84 – 0.89 · xPts 2.46 – 0.40 · Knockout stage
Argentina advanced with an xG edge (2.84–0.89 xG), winning 3–2.
World Cup 2026 xG recap: 7 July
Latest available post-match xG · updated 21 August 2026, 19:22 ET · 2 matches, 5 goals, 5.21 total xG. Not live.
2 matches on 7 July, read through expected goals — the day's robberies, smash-and-grabs and standout performances below.
xG stories of the day
Most dominant display
Argentina controlled the chances against Egypt, 2.84–0.89 xG — a 3–2 the balance of play backs up. xG breakdown →
Every 7 July match
xG 0.39 – 1.09 · xPts 0.73 – 1.93 · Knockout stage
Switzerland advanced on penalties after a balanced knockout game 0–0 (4–3 pens) (0.39–1.09 xG).
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Luck is measured per match: actual points minus expected points (xPts), an independent Poisson model on public post-match xG. Figures may differ from other public xG sources. Directional, not official — especially early in the tournament.