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Morgan Rogers Doesn’t Need to Be Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers to Succeed at Chelsea
While Morgan Rogers' record move to Chelsea raised some eyebrows, there are plenty of reasons to expect he'll be a success at Stamford Bridge. The post Morgan Rogers Doesn’t Need to Be Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers to Succeed at Chelsea appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Salah, Goretzka, Vlahovic, and Five More Free Agents Still Looking for a Club
With around a month to go before the start of 2026-27, there are some big names still without a club. We look at eight free agents still on the market. The post Salah, Goretzka, Vlahovic, and Five More Free Agents Still Looking for a Club appeared first on Opta Analyst .
John Stones on a Free Transfer: A Risk-Free Option for Elite Clubs?
Does John Stones still bring enough to the table to earn a move to a top-level team after leaving Manchester City? The post John Stones on a Free Transfer: A Risk-Free Option for Elite Clubs? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Stanway, Batlle, Cerci, Reuteler, Baum: What Arsenal Women’s Five New Signings Will Bring to the Team
Arsenal Women have already announced five new signings this summer. We took a deep dive into the data behind each player, and what they will bring to the club. The post Stanway, Batlle, Cerci, Reuteler, Baum: What Arsenal Women’s Five New Signings Will Bring to the Team appeared first on Opta Analyst .
2026 NFL Season Predictions: How the Opta Supercomputer Ranks Super Bowl Favorites
The Opta supercomputer has simulated the 2026 NFL season to determine projected records, playoff percentages and Super Bowl favorites. The post 2026 NFL Season Predictions: How the Opta Supercomputer Ranks Super Bowl Favorites appeared first on Opta Analyst .
World Cup Host Nations: How Have They Performed?
How have World Cup host nations fared with home advantage? We look at every World Cup to see if it made a difference. The post World Cup Host Nations: How Have They Performed? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Four-Za Italia: Charting Italy’s FIFA World Cup Wins
Only Brazil have won the World Cup more often than Italy. We look back here at how each of their four titles was secured. The post Four-Za Italia: Charting Italy’s FIFA World Cup Wins appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The Youngest Players In World Cup History
Who are the youngest players to play at the FIFA World Cup? We run over the top 10. The post The Youngest Players In World Cup History appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Bouaddi, Vite, Nakamura and the Breakout Players Who Could Be on the Move After Impressing at the 2026 World Cup
With the 2026 World Cup concluded, we look back by identifying seven players who saw their stock increase considerably thanks to their performances. The post Bouaddi, Vite, Nakamura and the Breakout Players Who Could Be on the Move After Impressing at the 2026 World Cup appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Historic Golden Boot Race, Missed Penalties, and Oldies: What the 2026 World Cup Will Be Remembered For
After the conclusion of a memorable 2026 World Cup, we look at four key themes for which the tournament will be remembered. The post Historic Golden Boot Race, Missed Penalties, and Oldies: What the 2026 World Cup Will Be Remembered For appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Opta’s World Cup 2026 Team of the Tournament
After six weeks of blood, sweat and tears (from both players and fans), the curtain has fallen on the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Find out who made our team of the tournament. The post Opta’s World Cup 2026 Team of the Tournament appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The Biggest World Cup Wins
We look back at the biggest World Cup wins in the history of the men's competition. The post The Biggest World Cup Wins appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Most Goals Scored by a Player in a Single FIFA World Cup Tournament
Just Fontaine holds the record for the most goals scored at a single tournament, with 13 goals in 1958. But who else makes the list? The post Most Goals Scored by a Player in a Single FIFA World Cup Tournament appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The Youngest Players to Score at a World Cup
Who are the youngest FIFA World Cup scorers? We look back at the players to score their first goal at the youngest age in the competition. The post The Youngest Players to Score at a World Cup appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Most FIFA World Cup Appearances by a Player
Here are the players who combined longevity and excellence to make the most World Cup appearances as a player. The post Most FIFA World Cup Appearances by a Player appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Looking Back: Germany’s Four FIFA World Cup Wins
Only Brazil have won more men’s FIFA World Cup titles than Germany. We look back at each of Germany's four World Cup wins by analysing the data behind each tournament. The post Looking Back: Germany’s Four FIFA World Cup Wins appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Most Assists at the World Cup
Who has the most assists at the World Cup? Now that Opta has this data back to the 1966 finals, we can list the players with the most assists in the competition since that edition. The post Most Assists at the World Cup appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Five Stars: Brazil’s FIFA World Cup Wins
Brazil have won more men’s FIFA World Cup titles than any other nation. We look back at each of those five World Cup wins via the data. The post Five Stars: Brazil’s FIFA World Cup Wins appeared first on Opta Analyst .
FIFA World Cup Hat-Tricks: The Facts
There have been 57 hat-tricks scored in men’s FIFA World Cup finals tournaments. We give a rundown of the best facts about World Cup hat-tricks, as well as a definitive list of every single World Cup hat-trick scored. The post FIFA World Cup Hat-Tricks: The Facts appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Why Pau Cubarsí Deserved the 2026 World Cup Young Player of the Tournament Award
Spain's Pau Cubarsí was named the best young player at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here, we analyse why the centre-back was a worthy winner of the award. The post Why Pau Cubarsí Deserved the 2026 World Cup Young Player of the Tournament Award appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The Fastest Goals in World Cup History
Thirteen goals have been scored in the opening minute of matches at the men’s FIFA World Cup. We rank the fastest in the competition’s history. The post The Fastest Goals in World Cup History appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Most Assists at a Single World Cup Tournament
We look at the players who have managed the most assists at individual editions of the men's World Cup. The post Most Assists at a Single World Cup Tournament appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Most FIFA World Cup Goals: The Top Scorers
Who has scored the most goals at the World Cup? We look over the top scorers in men’s FIFA World Cup history, since the competition began in 1930. The post Most FIFA World Cup Goals: The Top Scorers appeared first on Opta Analyst .
For Openers, FCS Football Will Seek to Deliver on Week 0 Spotlight
This year's Week 0 schedule in FCS football is unlike past seasons. With the spotlight on, here are 15 of the best games to know. The post For Openers, FCS Football Will Seek to Deliver on Week 0 Spotlight appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Looking Back: The Data Behind Argentina’s World Cup Wins and Heartaches
Through the use of advanced data, we look back at Argentina´s World Cup wins and heartbreaking final defeats. The post Looking Back: The Data Behind Argentina’s World Cup Wins and Heartaches appeared first on Opta Analyst .
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