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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

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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 .

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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 .

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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 .

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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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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 .

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Napoli vs Arsenal Prediction: Champions League Preview

We look ahead to this Champions League match at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona with our Napoli vs Arsenal prediction and preview. After stumbling at the very last hurdle in last season's final, can Arsenal make a strong start on their return to the continent? The post Napoli vs Arsenal Prediction: Champions League Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .

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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 .

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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 .

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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 .

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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 .

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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 .

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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 .

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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 .

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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 .

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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 .

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