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Arsenal Predictions: Opta Supercomputer’s Projections for Premier League 2026-27
How will Arsenal get on in the 2026-27 Premier League season? Can they retain the title? We look at the Opta supercomputer’s pre-season predictions. The post Arsenal Predictions: Opta Supercomputer’s Projections for Premier League 2026-27 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Tzolis, Touré, Manzambi and the Premier League Newcomers We’re Excited to Watch in 2026-27
With just two days until the 2026-27 Premier League season begins, we've identified 10 newcomers you should look out for over the coming months. The post Tzolis, Touré, Manzambi and the Premier League Newcomers We’re Excited to Watch in 2026-27 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Replacing Rodri, Moving on From Guardiola, and Helping Haaland: Five Questions for Man City Ahead of 2026-27
Manchester City have entered the post-Pep Guardiola era, but what can they expect this season? We’ve asked five key questions ahead of the 2026-27 campaign. The post Replacing Rodri, Moving on From Guardiola, and Helping Haaland: Five Questions for Man City Ahead of 2026-27 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Will Andoni Iraola Bring Excitement and Success Back to Liverpool? Five Key Questions Ahead of 2026-27
Arne Slot is out and Andoni Iraola is in at Anfield. Can the former Bournemouth man succeed in his first season on Merseyside? We look at five key questions for Liverpool heading into the 2026-27 season. The post Will Andoni Iraola Bring Excitement and Success Back to Liverpool? Five Key Questions Ahead of 2026-27 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
More Experience, Rested Stars and a New Manager: Chelsea’s Key Questions Ahead of 2026-27
The Premier League returns this weekend for the start of the 2026-27 campaign. Before it begins, we look at some of the key questions facing Chelsea and their new manager Xabi Alonso. The post More Experience, Rested Stars and a New Manager: Chelsea’s Key Questions Ahead of 2026-27 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Premier League Fixture Difficulty: Assessing the First Five Matchdays of 2026-27
The 2026-27 Premier League season kicks off this Friday, but which clubs have the hardest fixtures to start the campaign, and which teams have the easiest? The post Premier League Fixture Difficulty: Assessing the First Five Matchdays of 2026-27 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Pioneer Football League Predictions: Asking Who’s Best Draws a Lot of Raised Hands
Drake has been the recent power in the Pioneer Football League, but the 2026 title race appears wide open with contenders. The post Pioneer Football League Predictions: Asking Who’s Best Draws a Lot of Raised Hands appeared first on Opta Analyst .
FBS Conference Predictions: Opta Analyst Expert and Supercomputer Go Head-to-Head
It's Alex Kirshner vs. the TRACR prediction model, with half of their 10 FBS conference predictions having different champions. The post FBS Conference Predictions: Opta Analyst Expert and Supercomputer Go Head-to-Head appeared first on Opta Analyst .
CAA Football Predictions: Rhode Island is Favored; Newer Members Seek Breakthrough
Defending champ Rhode Island is the team to beat in CAA Football. Monmouth isn't far behind, but most newer members still need improvement. The post CAA Football Predictions: Rhode Island is Favored; Newer Members Seek Breakthrough appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Man Utd’s Latest Reset and the Key Questions Facing Them Ahead of 2026-27
The Premier League returns this weekend for the start of the 2026-27 campaign. Before it gets started, we look at some of the key questions facing Manchester United. The post Man Utd’s Latest Reset and the Key Questions Facing Them Ahead of 2026-27 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Can Arsenal Win Back-to-Back Titles? Five Questions For Reigning Champions Ahead of New Season
Arsenal enter the 2026-27 Premier League campaign in a position of strength, while many of their rivals are facing with major changes. But retaining a title has rarely been easy, and several key questions could decide whether the champions stay top or not. The post Can Arsenal Win Back-to-Back Titles? Five Questions For Reigning Champions Ahead of New Season appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Roberto De Zerbi and Tottenham’s Expensive Gamble: Five Key Questions Ahead of New Spurs Season
After a flirtation with relegation last season, Tottenham are hoping for much better in 2026-27. Here are five key issues that could shape their campaign. The post Roberto De Zerbi and Tottenham’s Expensive Gamble: Five Key Questions Ahead of New Spurs Season appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Serie A Predictions 2026-27: The Opta Supercomputer Projections
We answer all the key questions with our Italian Serie A 2026-27 season predictions via the Opta supercomputer. The post Serie A Predictions 2026-27: The Opta Supercomputer Projections appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Ligue 1 Predictions 2026-27: The Opta Supercomputer Projections
We answer the key questions with our Ligue 1 2026-27 season predictions from the Opta supercomputer. The post Ligue 1 Predictions 2026-27: The Opta Supercomputer Projections appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The Most Cards in a Premier League Season
Which players and teams have received the most cards in a Premier League campaign? We reveal all. The post The Most Cards in a Premier League Season appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Patriot League Football Predictions: It’s Villanova, Lehigh and a Bunch of Contenders
Patriot League football has gotten bigger and stronger, with Villanova favored over two-time defending champ Lehigh in a deep title race. The post Patriot League Football Predictions: It’s Villanova, Lehigh and a Bunch of Contenders appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Big Sky Football Predictions: Montana State Is the Champ, but Griz, UC Davis Also Elite
Everybody inside and outside Big Sky football is chasing Montana State, but Montana, UC Davis are not far behind in a loaded FCS conference. The post Big Sky Football Predictions: Montana State Is the Champ, but Griz, UC Davis Also Elite appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Arsenal 3-0 Manchester City Stats: Premier League Champions Run Riot in Community Shield
Arsenal added the Community Shield to their trophy cabinet in style on Sunday, trouncing Manchester City 3-0 at the Principality Stadium. The post Arsenal 3-0 Manchester City Stats: Premier League Champions Run Riot in Community Shield appeared first on Opta Analyst .
How Often Do Community Shield Winners Go on To Win the Premier League?
Is the Community Shield a good indicator as to who will win the Premier League title? We assess the stats to find out. The post How Often Do Community Shield Winners Go on To Win the Premier League? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Arsenal vs Man City Community Shield Prediction: Can Enzo Maresca Open With a Win?
We look ahead to Sunday’s Community Shield clash with our Arsenal vs Manchester City prediction and preview. The post Arsenal vs Man City Community Shield Prediction: Can Enzo Maresca Open With a Win? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
FPL New Signings 2026-27: Which Summer Transfers Offer the Best Fantasy Value?
We assess how seven of this summer's most intriguing arrivals are expected to translate their previous performances into FPL points in 2026-27. The post FPL New Signings 2026-27: Which Summer Transfers Offer the Best Fantasy Value? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Most Free-Kick Goals in the Premier League
Which player has scored the most free-kicks in Premier League history and does anyone look likely to break the record soon? The post Most Free-Kick Goals in the Premier League 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 .
Opening-Day Hat-Tricks: A Premier League Breakdown
Opening-day hat-tricks; they don't happen often, but when they do, they're special. We look back at all examples from the Premier League. The post Opening-Day Hat-Tricks: A Premier League Breakdown appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Yan Diomande, Robbie Ure, Yeremay, and the Players to Watch in La Liga 2026-27
Ahead of La Liga's return this weekend, we have chosen nine players we're looking forward to keeping an eye out for in 2026-27. The post Yan Diomande, Robbie Ure, Yeremay, and the Players to Watch in La Liga 2026-27 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
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