A beagle named Waurakel, employed by BurdaForward for nearly two years, is predicting the outcomes of Germany’s matches in the 2026 World Cup. The dog has gained attention for its football “expertise” and is being used to forecast game results. Waurakel has specifically predicted a loss for Germany against the Ivory Coast. This is part of a series of predictions the beagle will make throughout the tournament. BurdaForward is utilizing Waurakel’s predictions as a unique content feature. The dog’s forecasting ability is presented as a lighthearted element of World Cup coverage.