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Who Will Win the Premier League in 2026-27?
Which team will win the Premier League this season? Stay up to date with our live Opta supercomputer predictions for the 2026-27 Premier League title race. The post Who Will Win the Premier League in 2026-27? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Downgraded CAA Football Seeks to Continue Long Streak of Multiple FCS Playoff Qualifiers
CAA Football has had two or more teams qualify for the FCS playoffs in a record 35 straight seasons. The streak appears in jeopardy this year. The post Downgraded CAA Football Seeks to Continue Long Streak of Multiple FCS Playoff Qualifiers appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Goals at a 60-Year High, Swans Flying, and Burnley’s Breakdown: The Championship’s Biggest Early-Season Storylines
After an extended break for international football, the Championship returns this weekend. After almost three weeks off, we provide a recap of the need-to-know stats before the action gets back underway. The post Goals at a 60-Year High, Swans Flying, and Burnley’s Breakdown: The Championship’s Biggest Early-Season Storylines appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Man Utd Are Better Than Results Suggest, But Michael Carrick’s Side Are Having an Identity Crisis
After guiding Manchester United to a third-place finish last season, Michael Carrick has overseen a difficult start to 2026-27. Should he be worried? The post Man Utd Are Better Than Results Suggest, But Michael Carrick’s Side Are Having an Identity Crisis appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The 10% Club: Opta’s Best Under-the-Radar FPL Picks for Gameweek 6
Looking for an edge with under-the-radar picks in Fantasy Premier League? Well, The 10% Club is back to help following the international break. The post The 10% Club: Opta’s Best Under-the-Radar FPL Picks for Gameweek 6 appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Possession Is No Longer Nine Tenths of the Law in the Premier League
Teams with less possession are winning more often than they’re losing in the Premier League. Is this just a quirk or is there something deeper to the numbers? The post Possession Is No Longer Nine Tenths of the Law in the Premier League 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 .
Premier League Fixture Difficulty: Who Has the Hardest Next Five Games Before the November Break?
The Premier League returns this weekend, but some clubs have an easier return than others. Who has the toughest and easiest upcoming fixtures? We use the Opta Power Rankings to find out. The post Premier League Fixture Difficulty: Who Has the Hardest Next Five Games Before the November Break? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
One Stat to Sum Up 2026-27 So Far for Every Premier League Team
Is it possible to summarise the 2026-27 Premier League season so far through just one statistic for each team? We’ve given it a go. The post One Stat to Sum Up 2026-27 So Far for Every Premier League Team appeared first on Opta Analyst .
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 .
How Long Has Your Premier League Team Been Leading, Level or Losing in 2026-27?
Which teams have held a winning position the longest in the Premier League this season, and who has spent the most time trailing? The post How Long Has Your Premier League Team Been Leading, Level or Losing in 2026-27? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
FCS Football Week 6 Preview & Predictions: While Some Top-25 Teams Rest, Others Seek to Avoid Upsets
An upset alert is posted everywhere. The FCS Football Week 6 Preview & Predictions spans the nation for the best games and storylines. The post FCS Football Week 6 Preview & Predictions: While Some Top-25 Teams Rest, Others Seek to Avoid Upsets appeared first on Opta Analyst .
With Texas, Georgia Leading the Way, Here’s SEC Football Ranked in Tiers
SEC football is top-ranked in the FBS this season, led by Texas, Georgia and Alabama. We rank all 16 the conference's teams in tiers. The post With Texas, Georgia Leading the Way, Here’s SEC Football Ranked in Tiers appeared first on Opta Analyst .
2026 Week 5 NFL Predictions
With the help of the Opta supercomputer, we’re revealing predictions for Week 5 games of the 2026 NFL season. The post 2026 Week 5 NFL Predictions appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Winning Starts and WSL Titles: Are Manchester City on Course to Retain Their Crown in 2026-27?
Reigning WSL champions Manchester City are the only team to have a 100% record after five matchdays of the 2026-27 season. Is there any stopping Andrée Jeglertz’s side? The post Winning Starts and WSL Titles: Are Manchester City on Course to Retain Their Crown in 2026-27? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Lionel Messi’s Argentina Farewell Match Brings Curtain Down on a Golden Era that Almost Wasn’t
Lionel Messi will represent Argentina for the last time in a farewell match on Tuesday, closing out a glorious international career that ultimately rewarded his patience. The post Lionel Messi’s Argentina Farewell Match Brings Curtain Down on a Golden Era that Almost Wasn’t appeared first on Opta Analyst .
England vs Czechia Prediction: UEFA Nations League Preview
We look ahead to Tuesday's UEFA Nations League matchup with our England vs Czechia prediction and preview, as Thomas Tuchel's Three Lions look to make it three straight wins. The post England vs Czechia Prediction: UEFA Nations League Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Who Has the Most Goals in NHL History?
Let’s take a look at the legends on the game’s most valuable leaderboard. Here are the all-time leading goal scorers in NHL history. The post Who Has the Most Goals in NHL History? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
South Dakota State Claims No. 1 Ranking as Montana State Tumbles in FCS Top 25 Poll
For the first time this season, there's a change atop the Stats Perform FCS Top 25 Poll. South Dakota State is the new No. 1 team. The post South Dakota State Claims No. 1 Ranking as Montana State Tumbles in FCS Top 25 Poll appeared first on Opta Analyst .
WSL Matchday 5: The Opta Stats That Defined the Weekend
Arsenal’s difficult start continued, Man City and Chelsea stayed unbeaten and London City delivered the result of the weekend. Using Opta data, we uncover the standout performances, emerging trends and biggest numbers from Matchday 5 of the 2026-27 WSL season. The post WSL Matchday 5: The Opta Stats That Defined the Weekend appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Idaho Vandals, Edge, Yanez, Harper, Bailey Earn FCS Football Awards (Week 5)
The Idaho Vandals and four standout players comprise the Stats Perform FCS football awards recipients for Week 5 games. The post Idaho Vandals, Edge, Yanez, Harper, Bailey Earn FCS Football Awards (Week 5) appeared first on Opta Analyst .
FCS Playoff Bracket Predictions: The Field Has a Different Look After Montana State’s Loss
Who will travel the Road to Nashville? We update FCS playoff bracket predictions following six weeks of the 2026 college football season. The post FCS Playoff Bracket Predictions: The Field Has a Different Look After Montana State’s Loss appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Don’t Write These Three FCS Teams Off Just Yet, October Feels Different
Flipping the calendar to October has helped FCS football teams Abilene Christian, CCSU and Drake flip the switch with their season. The post Don’t Write These Three FCS Teams Off Just Yet, October Feels Different appeared first on Opta Analyst .
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