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Roma 2-2 Inter Stats: Lautaro Martínez Brace Earns Dramatic Comeback Against Scudetto Rivals
Lautaro Martínez came to his team's rescue in a top-of-the-table thriller in Serie A. Look back on the game with our Roma vs Inter stats page. The post Roma 2-2 Inter Stats: Lautaro Martínez Brace Earns Dramatic Comeback Against Scudetto Rivals appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Brighton 3-0 Arsenal Stats: Champions Stunned by All-Action Seagulls
The Premier League champions suffered their first defeat of the season. Look back on a brilliant game with our Brighton vs Arsenal stats page. The post Brighton 3-0 Arsenal Stats: Champions Stunned by All-Action Seagulls appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Tottenham 2-3 Aston Villa Stats: Villans Pile More Misery on Spurs
Saturday's early Premier League kick-off ended up being quite the treat. Look back on the game with our Tottenham vs Aston Villa stats page. The post Tottenham 2-3 Aston Villa Stats: Villans Pile More Misery on Spurs appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The Youngest Premier League Players
Who are the youngest players in Premier League history? Here, we give you the top 20. The post The Youngest Premier League Players appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Brighton’s Pressing Is a Hot Topic – Arsenal Will Be the Next to Feel the Heat
Brighton's pressing numbers have been off the charts in the Premier League this season. Will they continue to earn plaudits this weekend, or will Arsenal knock them down a peg or two? The post Brighton’s Pressing Is a Hot Topic – Arsenal Will Be the Next to Feel the Heat appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Arsenal Don’t Take Risks, and That’s What Makes Them So Strong
Arsenal have been criticised for years for playing too cautiously, but Mikel Arteta has built a team and a system that requires fewer risks and is still devastatingly effective. The post Arsenal Don’t Take Risks, and That’s What Makes Them So Strong appeared first on Opta Analyst .
FCS Football Top 25 Scoreboard (Week 3)
A Week 3 Top 25 scoreboard of FCS teams that are nationally ranked or receiving votes in the Stats Perform media poll. The post FCS Football Top 25 Scoreboard (Week 3) appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Marseille vs PSG Prediction: Ligue 1 Preview
Having earned their first win of the Ligue 1 campaign last week, Luis Enrique's champions have a huge game to come on Sunday. We look ahead to Le Classique with our Marseille vs PSG prediction and preview. The post Marseille vs PSG Prediction: Ligue 1 Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Arsenal vs Man Utd Prediction: WSL Preview
We look ahead to Saturday night’s WSL game at the Emirates with our Arsenal vs Man Utd prediction and preview. Eva Olid's side will be hoping to stop the rot while the Gunners look for their first home win of the season. The post Arsenal vs Man Utd Prediction: WSL Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Fulham vs Man Utd Prediction: Premier League Preview
Fulham will hope to pick up their first win in the Premier League this season when they host Manchester United at Craven Cottage on Sunday. The post Fulham vs Man Utd Prediction: Premier League Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Atlético Madrid v Real Madrid Prediction: La Liga Preview
We look ahead to Sunday's La Liga game at the Metropolitano with our Atlético Madrid vs Real Madrid prediction and preview. Who will claim bragging rights in the first derby of the season? The post Atlético Madrid v Real Madrid Prediction: La Liga Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Celtic vs Rangers Prediction: Scottish Premiership Preview
For the second time in a week, there is an Old Firm derby taking place. We look ahead to the game with our Celtic vs Rangers prediction and preview. The post Celtic vs Rangers Prediction: Scottish Premiership Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
UEFA Women’s Champions League Predictions 2026-27: The Opta Supercomputer Projections
Who will win the UEFA Women's Champions League in 2026-27? Will Barcelona retain their crown? Here, we detail how the Opta supercomputer sees this season playing out. The post UEFA Women’s Champions League Predictions 2026-27: The Opta Supercomputer Projections appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Who Needs Julián Alvarez? Barcelona Cannot Stop Scoring Goals
Barcelona have scored lots of goals since Hansi Flick arrived in 2024, and despite missing out on a new striker in the summer, that has very much continued this season. The post Who Needs Julián Alvarez? Barcelona Cannot Stop Scoring Goals appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The Most Saves in a Season and Career in MLB History
Jerome Holtzman couldn’t have had any idea what he started when he invented the save. Although people were unofficially crediting relievers with saves prior to Holtzman publicizing it, he was the one who came up with the formula for giving a reliever a save. Almost a decade later in 1969, the MLB adopted the save […] The post The Most Saves in a Season and Career in MLB History appeared first on Opta Analyst .
As NFL Scoring Soars, Bills, Lions Bring Powerful Attacks to ‘Thursday Night Football’
The Week 2 matchup of Lions vs. Bills on “Thursday Night Football” could mirror what occurred in NFL season openers – lots of scoring. The post As NFL Scoring Soars, Bills, Lions Bring Powerful Attacks to ‘Thursday Night Football’ appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Lauren Hemp Hits 100 Goal Involvements: Is She the WSL’s Most Complete Winger?
Lauren Hemp's 100th Women's Super League goal involvement is the latest milestone in a career defined by much more than goals and assists The post Lauren Hemp Hits 100 Goal Involvements: Is She the WSL’s Most Complete Winger? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Roma Renaissance? Gian Piero Gasperini Has Giallorossi Believing They Can End 26-Year Scudetto Wait
With four wins from four in Serie A, Roma are leading the way in the early stages of the season. They face fellow perfect side Inter on Saturday, looking to lay down their title-challenging intent. The post Roma Renaissance? Gian Piero Gasperini Has Giallorossi Believing They Can End 26-Year Scudetto Wait appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Tottenham vs Aston Villa Prediction: Premier League Preview
We look ahead to Saturday's Premier League contest at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with our Tottenham vs Aston Villa prediction and preview. Both teams are looking to get their first top-flight win of the 2026-27 campaign. The post Tottenham vs Aston Villa Prediction: Premier League Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Brentford vs Chelsea Prediction: Premier League Preview
Chelsea will look to get back to winning ways in the Premier League when they take on Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium on Friday. The post Brentford vs Chelsea Prediction: Premier League Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The 10% Club: Opta’s Best Under-the-Radar FPL Picks for Gameweek 5
The 10% Club is back again for Gameweek 5. Have you got any of these five under-the-radar gems in Fantasy Premier League? The post The 10% Club: Opta’s Best Under-the-Radar FPL Picks for Gameweek 5 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Manchester United’s Alarming Start Under Eva Olid: What the Numbers Reveal
From a blunt attack to costly defensive mistakes, Chelsea's 5-0 thrashing exposed Manchester United's biggest problems. We dive into the data behind a difficult start for Eva Olid in England. The post Manchester United’s Alarming Start Under Eva Olid: What the Numbers Reveal appeared first on Opta Analyst .
FCS Football Week 3 Preview & Predictions: What’s Next in a Season With Everything?
The FCS Football Week 3 Preview & Predictions spans the nation for the best games and storylines. The season has enjoyed a banner start. The post FCS Football Week 3 Preview & Predictions: What’s Next in a Season With Everything? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Opening Assessment: What’s Sustainable (Or Not) in NFL Week 2 and Beyond
We’re diving into some eye-catching numbers to decide if certain developments will continue in NFL Week 2 and moving forward. The post Opening Assessment: What’s Sustainable (Or Not) in NFL Week 2 and Beyond appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Have Tottenham Changed Too Much Too Quickly?
After a massive overhaul of the squad this summer, Tottenham have made a dreadful start to 2026-27. Concern is growing that their new players are not going to gel quickly enough. The post Have Tottenham Changed Too Much Too Quickly? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
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