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WSL Team of the Week: The Opta XI from Matchday 1
We’ve curated our WSL Opta XI of the Week, based on the performances that stood out most across the opening round of fixtures. The post WSL Team of the Week: The Opta XI from Matchday 1 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Liverpool vs Atlético Madrid Prediction: Champions League Preview
We look ahead to Wednesday's UEFA Champions League clash at Anfield with our Liverpool vs Atlético Madrid prediction and preview. Can either side kickstart their European campaign with a victory? The post Liverpool vs Atlético Madrid Prediction: Champions League Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Champions League 2026-27 Narratives: Rodri Impact, Mourinho’s Return, Slow-Burning PSG
Ahead of the return of the UEFA Champions League for the 2026-27 season, we pick out some key storylines to look out for in the league phase and beyond. The post Champions League 2026-27 Narratives: Rodri Impact, Mourinho’s Return, Slow-Burning PSG appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Real Madrid vs Inter Prediction: Champions League Preview
We look ahead to Tuesday’s Champions League blockbuster at Estadio Bernabéu with our Real Madrid vs Inter prediction and preview. Who will make a winning start? The post Real Madrid vs Inter Prediction: Champions League Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
South Carolina State Remaining Strong in the Stats Perform FCS Top 25 Poll
Each week, throughout the college football season, alumni, fans, media and the teams themselves look to the Stats Perform FCS Top 25 Poll to see who is rising and moving within the national rankings. The new poll follows Week 1 games. The “other” defending national champion in FCS football is racking up wins, too. Montana […] The post South Carolina State Remaining Strong in the Stats Perform FCS Top 25 Poll appeared first on Opta Analyst .
WSL Matchday 1: The Most Eye-Catching Stats From the Opening Weekend of 2026-27
From London City's statement win over Manchester United to Akane Okuma's record-chasing debut and Khadija Shaw matching a WSL milestone, we use Opta data to analyse the standout performers, trends and statistics from the opening weekend of the 2026-27 season. The post WSL Matchday 1: The Most Eye-Catching Stats From the Opening Weekend of 2026-27 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Champions League Predictions 2026-27: The Opta Supercomputer Projections
Who will win the Champions League in 2026-27? Will PSG manage a three-peat? Can Arsenal finally win the one trophy that’s always eluded them? Can Real Madrid be discounted? Here, we detail how the Opta supercomputer sees this season going. The post Champions League Predictions 2026-27: The Opta Supercomputer Projections appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The Citadel, Hines, Bursey, Lindberg, Watson Earn FCS National Awards (Week 1)
Three teams that earned wins over FBS programs are part of Stats Perform's weekly FCS football awards following Week 1 games. The post The Citadel, Hines, Bursey, Lindberg, Watson Earn FCS National Awards (Week 1) appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Five Knee-Jerk Reactions to Matchday 3 of the Premier League 2026-27
We’re back with our weekly round-up of the Premier League action through a set of hasty conclusions that we’ve come to based on a single round of matches. The post Five Knee-Jerk Reactions to Matchday 3 of the Premier League 2026-27 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Chelsea Asked Questions; Arsenal Answered Them All
Arsenal had the first test of their Premier League title defence on Sunday. The manner of their win over Chelsea will stand them in good stead. The post Chelsea Asked Questions; Arsenal Answered Them All appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Arsenal 2-1 Chelsea Stats: Champions Come From Behind to Maintain Perfect Start
The Premier League champions rose to the occasion in this clash of titans. Look back on an impressive win with our Arsenal vs Chelsea stats page. The post Arsenal 2-1 Chelsea Stats: Champions Come From Behind to Maintain Perfect Start appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Everton 2-2 Man Utd Stats: Last-Gasp Maitland-Niles Screamer Stuns United
After a thrilling second half, the two sides couldn't be separated at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Look back with our Everton vs Man Utd stats page and match recap. The post Everton 2-2 Man Utd Stats: Last-Gasp Maitland-Niles Screamer Stuns United appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Kobbie Mainoo’s New Edge Suggests He Can Be Man Utd’s Midfield ‘Monster’
Kobbie Mainoo is a classy player, but in Manchester United's win over Ipswich he impressed in new ways. Could this be the season he takes his all-round game to another level? The post Kobbie Mainoo’s New Edge Suggests He Can Be Man Utd’s Midfield ‘Monster’ appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Should Man Utd Have Signed Another Left-Back?
Manchester United didn't sign a left-back in the summer, meaning Luke Shaw remains their only recognised senior option. Will they come to regret that decision? The post Should Man Utd Have Signed Another Left-Back? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Arsenal vs Chelsea Prediction: Premier League Preview
We look ahead to Sunday’s Premier League game at the Emirates with our Arsenal vs Chelsea prediction and preview. Both teams have a perfect record so far, but who will blink first? The post Arsenal vs Chelsea Prediction: Premier League Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
FCS Football Teams With the Best 2-0 Starts, and the Worst 0-2 Starts
The FCS football season comes at you quickly, with plenty of teams 2-0 and others 0-2 already. Here are the best and worst of those records. The post FCS Football Teams With the Best 2-0 Starts, and the Worst 0-2 Starts appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Hull 0-0 Aston Villa Stats: Hull Maintain Unbeaten Record as Villa Fire Another Blank
Newly promoted Hull City continued their remarkable start to life back in the Premier League with yet another clean sheet, this one coming against Aston Villa The post Hull 0-0 Aston Villa Stats: Hull Maintain Unbeaten Record as Villa Fire Another Blank appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Inter 3-2 Napoli Stats: Delirium at San Siro as Lautaro Martínez Completes Historic Comeback Win
Napoli held a two-goal lead early in the second half, but Inter dug deep to ensure they walked away from their clash with all three points. The post Inter 3-2 Napoli Stats: Delirium at San Siro as Lautaro Martínez Completes Historic Comeback Win appeared first on Opta Analyst .
NFL 2026: The Three Divisions That Will Shape the 2026 Season
Using the Opta NFL projection model, the NFC West, AFC West and NFC North appear to be the divisions that could steer the 2026 season. The post NFL 2026: The Three Divisions That Will Shape the 2026 Season appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Newcastle 2-2 Bournemouth Stats: Jacob Ramsey Rescues Point as Cherries Concede Late Again
Bournemouth appeared to be heading for their first win of the season until Jacob Ramsey equalised late on for Newcastle The post Newcastle 2-2 Bournemouth Stats: Jacob Ramsey Rescues Point as Cherries Concede Late Again appeared first on Opta Analyst .
FCS Football Top 25 Scoreboard (Week 1)
A Week 1 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 1) appeared first on Opta Analyst .
WSL 2026-27 Golden Boot Race: Can Anyone Challenge Bunny Shaw?
Can anyone stop Manchester City's Bunny Shaw from making it four Golden Boot awards in a row? We assess the leading contenders and potential outsiders in the race for the 2026-27 prize. The post WSL 2026-27 Golden Boot Race: Can Anyone Challenge Bunny Shaw? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Juventus vs AC Milan Prediction: Serie A Preview
Ahead of this huge clash, two of Serie A's traditional heavyweights have maximum points on the board. We look ahead to the game with our Juventus vs AC Milan prediction and preview. The post Juventus vs AC Milan Prediction: Serie A Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Is Élisa De Almeida the Final Piece in Arsenal’s WSL’s Title Puzzle?
As Arsenal prepare for another WSL campaign, they face a familiar question: what will it take to win the title again? Seven years on from their last league triumph, Renée Slegers has strengthened an already formidable squad. But could their latest signing be the final piece of the puzzle? We take a closer look at how she fits into Arsenal's title ambitions. The post Is Élisa De Almeida the Final Piece in Arsenal’s WSL’s Title Puzzle? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Inter vs Napoli Prediction: Serie A Preview
Two blockbuster contests headline the Serie A fixture list this weekend. We look ahead to the first of those, which takes place at San Siro on Saturday, with our Inter vs Napoli prediction and preview. The post Inter vs Napoli Prediction: Serie A Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
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