Erik Lira excels at World Cup, surpassing Pedri and Declan Rice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 2:11 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Erik Lira has impressed during Mexico’s World Cup campaign, contributing to a record of eight goals scored and none conceded in four matches. In his debut, Lira boasts a 58.3% duel win rate and a pass accuracy of 91.1%. He is recognized as a key player for Mexico's match against England on July 6, aiming for a quarterfinal spot not achieved since 1986.
- •Mexico recorded eight goals and no goals conceded in the group stage.
- •Erik Lira's duel win rate surpasses European stars like Declan Rice and Pedri.
- •Lira maintains a pass accuracy of 91.1%, matching Rice.
- •The upcoming match against England is critical for Mexico's advancement.
- 2:11 AMYahoo Sports — Erik Lira's numbers that put him above Pedri and Declan Rice
"Mexico’s national team is enjoying a great moment at the World Cup, with a historic record of eight goals scored and none conceded in four matches And, although it is a collective achievement, the...
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