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Premier League Fixture Difficulty vs Results: Which Teams Have Defied Expectations?
We look back at pre-season expectations for Premier League clubs' first five matches and assess how well they've done relative to the difficulty of their fixture schedules. The post Premier League Fixture Difficulty vs Results: Which Teams Have Defied Expectations? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Perfect Starts and Premier League Titles: Is There Any Correlation?
Manchester City may have started the season with five wins from five, but as the Premier League has proved many times in the past, it’s a marathon, not a sprint. The post Perfect Starts and Premier League Titles: Is There Any Correlation? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Mass Overhaul or Squad Continuity: What is the Recipe for Premier League Success?
In an age when fans wants limitless spending on shiny new signings, we ask whether less change can sometimes be more beneficial. The post Mass Overhaul or Squad Continuity: What is the Recipe for Premier League Success? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
England Women’s Squad: Four Key Talking Points Ahead of Greece World Cup Play-Off
Sarina Wiegman has named her England squad for the crucial World Cup play-off against Greece. We analyse the key selections using Opta data. The post England Women’s Squad: Four Key Talking Points Ahead of Greece World Cup Play-Off appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The Longest Winning Streaks in FCS History
The longest FCS winning streaks include a relative Who’s Who of championship programs. They like to grab a win and move on to the next one. The post The Longest Winning Streaks in FCS History appeared first on Opta Analyst .
MLB Playoff Predictions: What to Know About Each Team’s Chance to Win the World Series
Who's going to win the World Series? The Opta projection model has its numbers, and our expert has his analysis and MLB playoff predictions. The post MLB Playoff Predictions: What to Know About Each Team’s Chance to Win the World Series appeared first on Opta Analyst .
There’s a Strong Mix of Conferences Near the Top of 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 There’s a Strong Mix of Conferences Near the Top of Stats Perform FCS Top 25 Poll appeared first on Opta Analyst .
St. Thomas, Gillman, Benson, Hossman Lees, Perrilliat Earn FCS Football Awards (Week 4)
The St. Thomas Tommies and Montana's Eli Gillman lead the way among Stats Perform's Week 4 FCS football awards recipients. The post St. Thomas, Gillman, Benson, Hossman Lees, Perrilliat Earn FCS Football Awards (Week 4) appeared first on Opta Analyst .
WSL Matchday 4: The Opta Stats That Defined the Weekend
Manchester City and Tottenham march on, while Chelsea and Liverpool were victors in crucial local derbies. We use Opta data to uncover the standout performances, emerging trends and biggest numbers from Matchday 4of the 2026-27 WSL season. The post WSL Matchday 4: The Opta Stats That Defined the Weekend appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Czechia vs England Prediction: UEFA Nations League Preview
We look ahead to Tuesday's Premier League game at Fortuna Arena with our Czechia vs England prediction and preview. Thomas Tuchel’s side are looking to bounce back after a disappointing opening loss to Spain. The post Czechia vs England Prediction: UEFA Nations League Preview 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 .
The Most Saves in a Season and Career in MLB History
Jerome Holtzman couldn’t have had any idea what he started when he invented the save. Although people were unofficially crediting relievers with saves prior to Holtzman publicizing it, he was the one who came up with the formula for giving a reliever a save. Almost a decade later in 1969, the MLB adopted the save […] The post The Most Saves in a Season and Career 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 .
Chelsea vs Arsenal Prediction: WSL Preview
While they are both unbeaten, Chelsea and Arsenal have not been at their best in 2026-27. Can either side apply pressure on Manchester City? The post Chelsea vs Arsenal Prediction: WSL Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
More Football, Less Timewasting: The New Premier League Rules on Throw-Ins and Goal-Kicks Are Working
New laws were brought in this summer to try and speed up restarts in games. Have they worked? After five matchdays of the 2026-27 Premier League season, we look at the data to see. The post More Football, Less Timewasting: The New Premier League Rules on Throw-Ins and Goal-Kicks Are Working appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Liverpool vs Everton Prediction: WSL Preview
Can the Reds bounce back from a heartbreaking WSL defeat to the champions? We look ahead to Sunday's Merseyside derby at Anfield with our Liverpool vs Everton prediction and preview. The post Liverpool vs Everton Prediction: WSL Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Liverpool’s Evolution: From Survival Mode to WSL Top-Four Contenders
Are Liverpool genuine top-four contenders in the WSL? We look at the transformation behind their impressive start, the performance that almost earned them a result against Man City, and how their players are helping drive a renewed hope. The post Liverpool’s Evolution: From Survival Mode to WSL Top-Four Contenders appeared first on Opta Analyst .
FCS Football Teams That Made Bold Statements in Week 4 Wins
Some wins were a little louder than others in Week 4 of the FCS football season. Here are performances that made bold statements. The post FCS Football Teams That Made Bold Statements in Week 4 Wins appeared first on Opta Analyst .
FCS Football Top 25 Scoreboard (Week 4)
A Week 4 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 4) appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Saints Host Raiders in Clash of Surprise NFL Teams
Overlooked for much of the offseason, Las Vegas and New Orleans have started to turn heads around the NFL after upset victories in Week 2. The post Saints Host Raiders in Clash of Surprise NFL Teams appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Spain Built the Youth Development Pathway England Still Crave
Spain have won successive major international men's tournaments. The pathways from academy football to senior teams at La Liga clubs has undoubtedly helped. The post Spain Built the Youth Development Pathway England Still Crave appeared first on Opta Analyst .
What Did We Learn From Jürgen Klopp’s First Game Back in Management?
After over two years away from the dugout, Jürgen Klopp returned to the touchline on Thursday as Germany boss. How did it go, and were there signs that he can revive Die Nationalelf? The post What Did We Learn From Jürgen Klopp’s First Game Back in Management? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Man City’s Resilience, Lyon Dominate, Questions for Chelsea & Arsenal: UWCL Matchday 1 Lessons
Matchday 1 of the 2026-27 UEFA Women's Champions League delivered drama, dominant displays and plenty of talking points. We dive into the data to analyse the key stories from the action. The post Man City’s Resilience, Lyon Dominate, Questions for Chelsea & Arsenal: UWCL Matchday 1 Lessons appeared first on Opta Analyst .
England vs Spain Prediction: UEFA Nations League Preview
Saturday's UEFA Nations League action is headlined by a huge clash at Wembley, and we look ahead to the action with our England vs Spain prediction and preview. The post England vs Spain Prediction: UEFA Nations League Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
2026 Week 3 NFL Predictions
With the help of the Opta supercomputer, we’re revealing predictions for Week 3 games of the 2026 NFL season. The post 2026 Week 3 NFL Predictions appeared first on Opta Analyst .
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