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Oh My Cod: Just How Shocking Was Fleetwood Town’s League Cup Defeat of Arsenal?
How rare is it for a League Two side to beat top-flight opposition in the League Cup? We examine the history behind Fleetwood Town's shock win over Arsenal. The post Oh My Cod: Just How Shocking Was Fleetwood Town’s League Cup Defeat of Arsenal? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Everton vs Newcastle Prediction: EFL Cup Fourth Round Preview
We look ahead to Thursday's EFL Cup fourth-round clash at the Hill Dickinson Stadium with our Everton vs Newcastle United prediction and preview. The post Everton vs Newcastle Prediction: EFL Cup Fourth Round Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Manchester United’s WSL Turnaround: Is the Eva Olid Effect Taking Shape?
After a difficult start, Manchester United are beginning to show what Eva Olid wants them to be. Now fourth in the table, the signs of progress are encouraging, but are United really turning a corner? The post Manchester United’s WSL Turnaround: Is the Eva Olid Effect Taking Shape? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
After Lift-Off at Chelsea, How Far Up the Table Can Tottenham Go?
Tottenham produced their best performance under Robert De Zerbi to record a historic win at Chelsea. So, what’s next for them? The post After Lift-Off at Chelsea, How Far Up the Table Can Tottenham Go? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Women’s Champions League: Five Subplots Ahead of Matchday 3
The UEFA Women's Champions League returns for Matchday 3 on Wednesday evening. What should you be keeping an eye on? We discuss the subplots ahead of this week's action. The post Women’s Champions League: Five Subplots Ahead of Matchday 3 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Liverpool vs Chelsea Prediction: EFL Cup Fourth Round Preview
We look ahead to this EFL Cup fourth round tie at Anfield with our Liverpool vs Chelsea prediction and preview. The post Liverpool vs Chelsea Prediction: EFL Cup Fourth Round Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Even Out in Plain Sight, These FCS Teams Are Flying Under the Radar
Monmouth, Southeast Missouri and UC Davis are consistent winners and FCS playoff programs, but they haven't received a spotlight in 2026. The post Even Out in Plain Sight, These FCS Teams Are Flying Under the Radar appeared first on Opta Analyst .
All-Action Ronald Araújo Looks Right at Home at Liverpool
Some eyebrows were raised when Liverpool signed Ronald Araújo on loan from Barcelona this summer, but he is more than justifying the faith shown in him by Andoni Iraola. The post All-Action Ronald Araújo Looks Right at Home at Liverpool appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Arsenal Ease Pressure, Chelsea Take Top Spot, and Man City’s Perfect WSL Start Ends: Five Talking Points From Matchday 7
Matchday 7 saw the the WSL title race take an intriguing turn, Arsenal secure their first win since the opening day and London City halted at the death. We discuss the key talking points following the weekend's action. The post Arsenal Ease Pressure, Chelsea Take Top Spot, and Man City’s Perfect WSL Start Ends: Five Talking Points From Matchday 7 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Clásico Win, Sky-High Team Spirit, and Real Madrid in the Title Race: José Mourinho is Back
Against the odds, José Mourinho took Real Madrid to Camp Nou and came away with a much-deserved win. The title race is on in La Liga. The post Clásico Win, Sky-High Team Spirit, and Real Madrid in the Title Race: José Mourinho is Back appeared first on Opta Analyst .
SoCon Teams Are Filling the Stats Perform FCS Top 25 Poll
Each week, fans, alumni, media and the teams themselves look to the Stats Perform FCS Top 25 Poll to see who's moving up and down. The post SoCon Teams Are Filling the Stats Perform FCS Top 25 Poll appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Chattanooga, McGill, Haygood, Forsman, Addison Earn FCS Football Awards (Week 8)
The Chattanooga Mocs and Western Illinois' Kennedy McGill headline the Stats Perform FCS football awards following Week 8 games. The post Chattanooga, McGill, Haygood, Forsman, Addison Earn FCS Football Awards (Week 8) appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Five Knee-Jerk Reactions to Premier League 2026-27 Matchday 8
We round up the weekend’s Premier League action by jumping to five conclusions based on a single round of matches. The post Five Knee-Jerk Reactions to Premier League 2026-27 Matchday 8 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Harry Kane and the Ballon d’Or: How Relentless Consistency Looks Set to Win Football’s Biggest Individual Prize
Harry Kane might not be the most glamourous winner of the Ballon d’Or, but victory would prove reliability and consistency go a long way in top-level football. The post Harry Kane and the Ballon d’Or: How Relentless Consistency Looks Set to Win Football’s Biggest Individual Prize appeared first on Opta Analyst .
La Reina Rules: The Case for Alexia Putellas’ Third Ballon d’Or
Alexia Putellas has her sights set on a third Ballon d’Or after spearheading Barcelona’s quadruple-winning campaign, but does her 2025–26 season make her the rightful frontrunner? The post La Reina Rules: The Case for Alexia Putellas’ Third Ballon d’Or appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Barcelona 1-2 Real Madrid: Kylian Mbappé Strikes Twice as José Mourinho Claims Clásico Win
Kylian Mbappé was the hero as José Mourinho's Real Madrid cut the gap at the top of La Liga with a deserved win at Barcelona. The post Barcelona 1-2 Real Madrid: Kylian Mbappé Strikes Twice as José Mourinho Claims Clásico Win appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Man Utd 0-3 Bournemouth Stats: Michael Carrick on the Brink After Another Thumping Loss
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick appears to be on borrowed time after falling to a heavy home defeat to Bournemouth. The post Man Utd 0-3 Bournemouth Stats: Michael Carrick on the Brink After Another Thumping Loss appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Liverpool 2-0 Brighton Stats: Alexander Isak Nets Again to Down In-Form Visitors
Brighton went to Anfield on a superb run, but Fabian Hürzeler's team fell short in a 2-0 defeat to Liverpool. The post Liverpool 2-0 Brighton Stats: Alexander Isak Nets Again to Down In-Form Visitors appeared first on Opta Analyst .
What Are the Best Conference Races in the FCS This Year?
With many of the FCS conference races moving into their second half, we’re ranking them in tiers from the best on down. The post What Are the Best Conference Races in the FCS This Year? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Chelsea 0-2 Tottenham Stats: Palmer Sees Red as Penders Error Helps Gift Spurs Victory
Mike Penders' calamitous own goal and a late strike from Mathys Tel saw Tottenham beat 10-man Chelsea 2-0 in the Premier League at Stamford Bridge on Saturday evening. The post Chelsea 0-2 Tottenham Stats: Palmer Sees Red as Penders Error Helps Gift Spurs Victory appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Arsenal 2-0 Everton Stats: Konsa and Gabriel Goals Take Champions Level With Man City
Arsenal took advantage of Manchester City's slip-up against Aston Villa, as they beat Everton 2-0 to pull level with the Premier League leaders. The post Arsenal 2-0 Everton Stats: Konsa and Gabriel Goals Take Champions Level With Man City appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Aston Villa 2-1 Man City Stats: Jackson Punishes Guéhi and Donnarumma Errors to End Leaders’ Perfect Start
Manchester City's perfect Premier League start under Enzo Maresca ended on Saturday, as they slumped to a 2-1 defeat at Aston Villa. The post Aston Villa 2-1 Man City Stats: Jackson Punishes Guéhi and Donnarumma Errors to End Leaders’ Perfect Start appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The Best Starts to a Premier League Season
We look at the teams to make the best starts to a Premier League season. Chelsea's nine-game winning streak in 2005-06 still holds the record. The post The Best Starts to a Premier League Season appeared first on Opta Analyst .
FCS Football Top 25 Scoreboard (Week 8)
A Week 8 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 8) appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Barcelona vs Real Madrid Prediction: La Liga El Clásico Preview
José Mourinho is involved in El Clásico for the first time in 13 years. Here, we look ahead to Sunday's huge La Liga clash with our Barcelona vs Real Madrid prediction and preview. The post Barcelona vs Real Madrid Prediction: La Liga El Clásico Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
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