Graphic detail | Margins matter
The World Cup’s group stage bodes well for Morocco and England
Teams that pummel even weak opponents fare surprisingly well later on
Amid a steady diet of 0-0 draws, this year’s World Cup has also served up a few thrashings. England pummelled Iran 6-2, and Spain obliterated Costa Rica 7-0.
This article appeared in the Graphic detail section of the print edition under the headline “Margins matter”
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