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What's the difference between CSI and FIFA World Ranking?

Quick Answer

FIFA Ranking is the official rating updated monthly by FIFA, used for seeding tournaments. CSI (CupIndex Strength Index) is our exclusive metric that combines FIFA ranking with recent form, historical performance, and tournament context.

Detailed Explanation

While FIFA Ranking is widely recognized, it can be slow to reflect recent form changes. CSI provides a more dynamic assessment by incorporating real-time performance data, making it useful for predicting match outcomes during tournaments.

📌Key Points

  • 1FIFA Ranking: official, monthly updates
  • 2CSI: dynamic, tournament-focused
  • 3FIFA: used for official seeding
  • 4CSI: includes recent form factor
  • 5Both useful for different purposes

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