El desempate olímpico: cómo funciona la polémica regla que cambió el criterio en las tablas del Mundial 2026

The World Cup 2026 has introduced a controversial rule changing how teams are ranked in the event of a points tie, moving away from goal difference to other criteria. This rule shift has already impacted the tournament's standings, reshaping the path to the knockout stages. With teams now relying on new metrics for ranking, the unpredictability of the competition has increased, making every match more crucial than ever. This change not only affects the immediate tournament but also highlights evolving strategies in international soccer.