Ravi Ramineni, head of analytics for the LA Galaxy, joins the Wharton Moneyball team to break down the expanded 48-team FIFA World Cup, discuss how analytics shapes player evaluation and front-office decision-making, predict the tournament’s favorites and dark horses, Serena Williams’ Wimbledon return, and notable MLB trends.
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Breaking Down the World Cup With Soccer Analytics Insights
Analytics leader from a Major League Soccer club examines the expanded World Cup format, standout teams, tournament surprises, and how data shapes soccer decision-making.
July 1, 2026
• 1 hr 8 min listen
Updated: July 2, 2026
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