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FCS Football Top 25 Scoreboard (Week 2)
A Week 2 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 2) appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Man Utd vs Man City: Six Subplots That Could Decide the Manchester Derby
Ahead of Sunday's Manchester derby at Old Trafford in the Premier League, we identify six elements that could be decisive. The post Man Utd vs Man City: Six Subplots That Could Decide the Manchester Derby appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The 10% Club: Opta’s Best Under-the-Radar FPL Picks for Gameweek 4
Looking for an under-the-radar pick in Gameweek 4? Using Opta data, we’ve found five potential gems in Fantasy Premier League for The 10% Club. The post The 10% Club: Opta’s Best Under-the-Radar FPL Picks for Gameweek 4 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Man Utd vs Man City Prediction: Premier League Preview
We look ahead to Sunday's Premier League clash at Old Trafford with our Man Utd vs Man City prediction and preview. The post Man Utd vs Man City Prediction: Premier League Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Who Are Elversberg? From the Regional Leagues to Leading Bayern Munich
After a remarkable climb, Elversberg have started their debut Bundesliga season with two wins and now look forward to hosting Bayern Munich on Sunday. This is their story. The post Who Are Elversberg? From the Regional Leagues to Leading Bayern Munich appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Sunderland vs Arsenal Prediction: Premier League Preview
Can Mikel Arteta’s champions make it four Premier League wins in a row? We look ahead to Saturday’s clash with our Sunderland vs Arsenal prediction and preview. The post Sunderland vs Arsenal Prediction: Premier League Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Man Utd vs Chelsea Prediction: WSL Preview
We look ahead to Sunday’s WSL midday kick off at Leigh Sports Village with our Manchester United vs Chelsea prediction and preview. Both teams dropped points on the opening day, so who will bounce back? The post Man Utd vs Chelsea Prediction: WSL Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
UEFA Champions League Top Scorers
Which players have scored the most goals in the history of the Champions League? Here, we look over the top-scoring players in UCL games. The post UEFA Champions League Top Scorers appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Man Utd 4-0 Sabah Stats: Carrick’s Men Make Victorious Champions League Return
It was a routine victory for Manchester United on their return to the UEFA Champions League. Re-live this game with our Man Utd vs Sabah stats page. The post Man Utd 4-0 Sabah Stats: Carrick’s Men Make Victorious Champions League Return appeared first on Opta Analyst .
FCS Football Week 2 Preview & Predictions: Upset Possibilities, Strong Schedule Await
The FCS Football Week 2 Preview & Predictions spans the nation for the best games and story lines. Will the upsets play out? The post FCS Football Week 2 Preview & Predictions: Upset Possibilities, Strong Schedule Await appeared first on Opta Analyst .
FCS Teams Show the Money Games Can Go Both Ways Against FBS and a Lower Level
Some FCS football teams play the middle with money games – they are both the “opponent” to FBS competition and host to a lower-level team. The post FCS Teams Show the Money Games Can Go Both Ways Against FBS and a Lower Level appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Arsenal Didn’t Buy a Left-Sided Superstar, So They’ve Doubled Down on Their Right
Arsenal are by some distance the most right-heavy team in the Premier League when it comes to how they attack. So, did they even need to sign a world-class left winger? The post Arsenal Didn’t Buy a Left-Sided Superstar, So They’ve Doubled Down on Their Right appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Is Marcos Llorente’s Scoring Run Against Liverpool the Strangest in Champions League History?
He may have ended on the losing side, but Marcos Llorente scored against Liverpool yet again in the UEFA Champions League. How strange is his goalscoring record against the Premier League club? The post Is Marcos Llorente’s Scoring Run Against Liverpool the Strangest in Champions League History? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Liverpool 2-1 Atlético Madrid Stats: Mac Allister Completes Comeback on Iraola’s Champions League Bow
Liverpool made a winning start to their 2026-27 UEFA Champions League campaign, with Alexis Mac Allister's goal enough to see off Atlético Madrid. The post Liverpool 2-1 Atlético Madrid Stats: Mac Allister Completes Comeback on Iraola’s Champions League Bow appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Napoli 0-1 Arsenal Stats: Gunners Make Winning Start After Ødegaard’s Glorious Strike
Arsenal were indebted to a glorious strike from Martin Ødegaard as they overcame Napoli in their 2026-27 UEFA Champions League opener. The post Napoli 0-1 Arsenal Stats: Gunners Make Winning Start After Ødegaard’s Glorious Strike appeared first on Opta Analyst .
When Will Kylian Mbappé or Erling Haaland Break Cristiano Ronaldo’s Champions League Goals Record?
Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland made goalscoring starts to the 2026-27 Champions League campaign on Tuesday. Both will have one eye on the competition's all-time goals record. The post When Will Kylian Mbappé or Erling Haaland Break Cristiano Ronaldo’s Champions League Goals Record? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Counter-Attacks, Courtois and Chaos: Real Madrid’s Win Over Inter Was Anything But Vintage Mourinho
Real Madrid beat Inter 2-1 on Matchday 1 of the 2026-27 UEFA Champions League. Some stats suggested it was classic José Mourinho, but he seemed far from happy at full-time. The post Counter-Attacks, Courtois and Chaos: Real Madrid’s Win Over Inter Was Anything But Vintage Mourinho appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Women’s Champions League 2026-27 Fixture Difficulty: Who Has the Easiest and Toughest League Phase Games?
We use the Opta Power Rankings to assess the difficulty of each team’s UEFA Women’s Champions League fixtures in the 2026-27 league phase. The post Women’s Champions League 2026-27 Fixture Difficulty: Who Has the Easiest and Toughest League Phase Games? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Which Pitchers Have the Most Strikeouts in MLB History?
The Kings of the K: From Nolan Ryan to Pedro Martinez to Max Scherzer, here's a look at the most dominant strikeout pitchers in MLB history The post Which Pitchers Have the Most Strikeouts in MLB History? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
MLB Managers With the Most Wins All Time
They have different styles, but the MLB managers with the most wins all time are similar with the bottom line found in the standings. The post MLB Managers With the Most Wins All Time appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Porto 0-2 Man City Stats: Haaland Double Earns Maresca Dream Champions League Start
Erling Haaland was the difference as Manchester City got off to a winning start in the Champions League. Relive the game with our Porto vs Man City stats page. The post Porto 0-2 Man City Stats: Haaland Double Earns Maresca Dream Champions League Start appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Real Madrid 2-1 Inter Stats: Mbappé, Valverde Pounce on Errors in Bernabéu Thriller
José Mourinho defeated his former side in a gripping, end-to-end Champions League encounter at the Bernabéu. Look back with our Real Madrid vs Inter stats page. The post Real Madrid 2-1 Inter Stats: Mbappé, Valverde Pounce on Errors in Bernabéu Thriller appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Club Brugge 2-3 Aston Villa Stats: Jackson’s First Goal Earns Villa Maiden Win of 2026-27
Nicolas Jackson's goal proved decisive in a thrilling early Champions League kick-off. Look back on a thriller with our Club Brugge vs Aston Villa stats page. The post Club Brugge 2-3 Aston Villa Stats: Jackson’s First Goal Earns Villa Maiden Win of 2026-27 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Ballon d’Or 2026: The Best Stats For All 30 Nominees
With the 2026 Ballon d’Or nominees all revealed, we look at the key stats behind the 30 players who are in contention for the men’s award on Monday 26 October. The post Ballon d’Or 2026: The Best Stats For All 30 Nominees appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Martin Ødegaard is Crashing the Box More, and Arsenal Are Reaping the Rewards
Martin Ødegaard is getting into more advanced positions and scoring more goals as a result. When he is playing like this, it is easy to wonder if anyone can stop Arsenal. The post Martin Ødegaard is Crashing the Box More, and Arsenal Are Reaping the Rewards appeared first on Opta Analyst .
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