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Coming Up Rose(s): The Knicks’ Blueprint for Becoming NBA Champions
Knicks team president Leon Rose had a long-range plan and made some unorthodox decisions while building the 2025-26 NBA champions. The post Coming Up Rose(s): The Knicks’ Blueprint for Becoming NBA Champions appeared first on Opta Analyst .
2026 U.S. Open Predictions: FRACAS Weighs in on Who Could Stop Scottie Scheffler
We use our FRACAS model for U.S. Open projections prior to the year’s third major men’s golf tournament. Scottie Scheffler is the favorite. The post 2026 U.S. Open Predictions: FRACAS Weighs in on Who Could Stop Scottie Scheffler appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Is Football Finally Coming Home? England’s Rise Since Euro 2016 Nadir
After 10 years of progress, England are transformed from the team that failed at Euro 2016. This is the story of how they came to be contenders to win the 2026 World Cup. The post Is Football Finally Coming Home? England’s Rise Since Euro 2016 Nadir appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Iraq vs Norway Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
Can Iraq stop Erling Haaland? Look ahead to Iraq vs Norway in Group I at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with our match prediction and preview. The post Iraq vs Norway Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
France vs Senegal Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
France entered World Cup 2026 as one of the pre-tournament favourites and will look to get off to a flier against a tough Group I opponent in Senegal. The post France vs Senegal Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Iran 2-2 New Zealand Stats: Just and Rezaeian Impress in Thrilling Group G Draw
All four teams in Group G at the 2026 FIFA World Cup are level on one point, after New Zealand were twice pegged back by Iran in a 2-2 draw in Los Angeles. The post Iran 2-2 New Zealand Stats: Just and Rezaeian Impress in Thrilling Group G Draw appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Saudi Arabia 1-1 Uruguay Stats: Araujo Clinches Late Draw for Bielsa’s Side
Uruguay's persistence paid off at Miami Stadium as they earned a 1-1 draw in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Saudi Arabia. The post Saudi Arabia 1-1 Uruguay Stats: Araujo Clinches Late Draw for Bielsa’s Side appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Belgium 1-1 Egypt Stats: Group Kicks Off With End-to-End Draw
Egypt looked set to win for the first time at the World Cup, but the introduction of Romelu Lukaku salvaged a point for Belgium. The post Belgium 1-1 Egypt Stats: Group Kicks Off With End-to-End Draw appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Iran vs New Zealand Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
We look ahead to Tuesday’s Group G clash in Los Angeles with our Iran vs New Zealand prediction and preview. Can the All Whites claim their first ever win at the finals? The post Iran vs New Zealand Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
Set to start their FIFA World Cup campaign in Miami, we look ahead to Monday's Group H clash with our Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay prediction and preview. The post Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
How Cape Verde Frustrated Spain to Pull Off One of the World Cup’s Biggest Ever Shocks
Cape Verde made history by drawing with the European champions on Monday night. Here are the numbers behind the shock of the World Cup so far. The post How Cape Verde Frustrated Spain to Pull Off One of the World Cup’s Biggest Ever Shocks appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Spain 0-0 Cape Verde Stats: Minnows Stun European Champions on World Cup Debut
Despite 65 places separating them in the world rankings, Cape Verde marked their World Cup debut by holding tournament favourites Spain. The post Spain 0-0 Cape Verde Stats: Minnows Stun European Champions on World Cup Debut appeared first on Opta Analyst .
2026 U.S. Open Facts, Stats & Storylines
As the world’s best golfers converge on Shinnecock Hills for the U.S. Open, we look behind the numbers of the year’s third major tournament. The post 2026 U.S. Open Facts, Stats & Storylines appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Diomande, Bouaddi Early Frontrunners as 2026 World Cup’s Standout Youngsters
If Ayyoub Bouaddi and Yan Diomande are anything to go by, the future looks incredibly bright for Morocco and Ivory Coast after their eye-catching World Cup debuts. The post Diomande, Bouaddi Early Frontrunners as 2026 World Cup’s Standout Youngsters appeared first on Opta Analyst .
England’s World Cup 2026 Starting XI: Opta Analyst Writers Pick Their Team to Face Croatia
As England embark on another attempt to win a first major tournament since 1966, our writers pick the team they think Thomas Tuchel should select to face Croatia this week. The post England’s World Cup 2026 Starting XI: Opta Analyst Writers Pick Their Team to Face Croatia appeared first on Opta Analyst .
When Senegal Stunned the World Champions: France 0-1 Senegal Revisited Ahead of 2026 Rematch
More than two decades on from Senegal’s famous victory over France in Seoul, the two nations meet again at a World Cup with their rivalry still shaped by that opening-night upset. The post When Senegal Stunned the World Champions: France 0-1 Senegal Revisited Ahead of 2026 Rematch appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Belgium vs Egypt Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
Belgium are one of the form teams heading into the FIFA World Cup, but Egypt will be hungry for their first win on the biggest stage. The post Belgium vs Egypt Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Spain vs Cape Verde Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
We look ahead to Monday's Group G match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with our Spain vs Cape Verde prediction and preview. Coming into this tournament as European champions, can La Roja get off to a winning start against the debutants? The post Spain vs Cape Verde Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Sweden 5-1 Tunisia Stats: Ayari, Isak and Gyökeres Emphatically Announce Sweden’s Return to the World Cup
With their first five-goal effort at the World Cup since 1938, Sweden are at the top of Group F after defeating Tunisia. Check out the best facts and stats from the match. The post Sweden 5-1 Tunisia Stats: Ayari, Isak and Gyökeres Emphatically Announce Sweden’s Return to the World Cup appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Ivory Coast 1-0 Ecuador Stats: Amad Secures Last-Gasp Win to End Ecuador’s Unbeaten Run
Amad Diallo came off the bench to score an added-time winner for Ivory Coast in their opening game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ending Ecuador's 19-game unbeaten run in the process. The post Ivory Coast 1-0 Ecuador Stats: Amad Secures Last-Gasp Win to End Ecuador’s Unbeaten Run appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Sweden vs Tunisia Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
Look ahead to Sunday's FIFA World Cup clash with our Sweden vs Tunisia prediction and preview. Which side will set the early marker in Group F? The post Sweden vs Tunisia Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Ivory Coast vs Ecuador Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
Do Ivory Coast or Ecuador have what it takes to challenge Germany for top spot in Group E? We look ahead to their clash with our prediction and preview. The post Ivory Coast vs Ecuador Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Netherlands 2-2 Japan Stats: Kamada Snatches Dramatic Late Draw to Complete Comeback
Follow the best facts and stats from this Group F clash at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with our Netherlands vs Japan stats page. The post Netherlands 2-2 Japan Stats: Kamada Snatches Dramatic Late Draw to Complete Comeback appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The Perfect Start: Five Numbers Behind Germany’s Dominant World Cup Win Over Curaçao
Germany enjoyed a fantastic start to their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, beating Curaçao 7-1 in Houston. But what can we glean from the thrashing? We look at five stats from the encounter. The post The Perfect Start: Five Numbers Behind Germany’s Dominant World Cup Win Over Curaçao appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Germany 7-1 Curaçao Stats: Nagelsmann’s Side Hit Seven Against World Cup Debutants
Kai Havertz was among the scorers as Germany recorded seven goals in their first game of the 2026 World Cup. Re-live the best facts and stats from this Group E opener with our Germany vs Curaçao stats page. The post Germany 7-1 Curaçao Stats: Nagelsmann’s Side Hit Seven Against World Cup Debutants appeared first on Opta Analyst .
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