Does the World Cup favor democratic or autocratic nations? I did some number crunching to find out

The analysis reveals an intriguing trend in World Cup outcomes: democracies seem to have a slight edge over autocratic nations. This finding suggests that hosting the tournament may not just be a sporting event but also a potential platform for democratic nations to showcase their competitive edge. While authoritarian countries often use the World Cup for propaganda, the data hints that democratic nations might benefit more from the global spotlight in terms of performance. This could have implications for how countries leverage international sports events for both national pride and global influence.