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How Brighton Are Building One of the Most Exciting Projects in the WSL
Ahead of the 2026-27 season, Brighton have quietly been building one of the most exciting teams in the league. Why do so many players want to join the Seagulls? The post How Brighton Are Building One of the Most Exciting Projects in the WSL appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Who Has Scored the Most Goals in a Premier League Season?
Who has scored the most goals in a Premier League season? Here is the complete run-down of the best scoring seasons the league has ever seen. The post Who Has Scored the Most Goals in a Premier League Season? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Most Goal Involvements in a Premier League Season
Who has had the most prolific season in Premier League history? We detail the players with the most goal involvements in a single campaign. The post Most Goal Involvements in a Premier League Season appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The Most Premier League Clean Sheets
Petr Cech holds the record for the most Premier League clean sheets as we take a look at the competition's goalkeeping greats. The post The Most Premier League Clean Sheets appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Biggest Points Gaps Between Premier League Champions and Second Place
Here, we look at the most emphatic title wins in Premier League history. The post Biggest Points Gaps Between Premier League Champions and Second Place appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Which Players Have Never Lost When Scoring a Premier League Goal?
Which players have never lost a Premier League game while netting? Behold, these are the league’s lucky charms. The post Which Players Have Never Lost When Scoring a Premier League Goal? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Managers to Win the Premier League in Their First Season
We look at the exclusive group of coaches who have won the Premier League title in their first season in charge of a club. The post Managers to Win the Premier League in Their First Season appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The Worst Starts to a Premier League Season
We list the worst starts made to a Premier League season, as well as looking back further at the all-time top-flight record. The post The Worst Starts to a Premier League Season appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The Earliest Premier League Sackings
Who are the managers who've left their jobs the earliest in a Premier League season? We examine the candidates who qualify. The post The Earliest Premier League Sackings appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Ohio Valley Conference Football Predictions: UT Martin Seeks a Return to the Top
As the branding returns to Ohio Valley Conference football, the steadiest brand among programs may wind up on top of the standings. The post Ohio Valley Conference Football Predictions: UT Martin Seeks a Return to the Top appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Primeira Liga Predictions 2026-27: The Opta Supercomputer Projections
We analyse the Opta supercomputer's Portuguese Primeira Liga predictions for 2026-27 to find out who will win the title, and more. The post Primeira Liga Predictions 2026-27: The Opta Supercomputer Projections appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Eredivisie Predictions 2026-27: The Opta Supercomputer Projections
We analyse the Opta supercomputer's Dutch Eredivisie predictions for 2026-27 to find out who will win the title, and more. The post Eredivisie Predictions 2026-27: The Opta Supercomputer Projections appeared first on Opta Analyst .
The Meteoric Rise of Yan Diomande: From Nomadic Triallist to Bundesliga Superstar and a €140m Real Madrid Transfer
Yan Diomande has become the most expensive player in Real Madrid's history. This is the story of his journey from a US high school to Los Blancos in two years. The post The Meteoric Rise of Yan Diomande: From Nomadic Triallist to Bundesliga Superstar and a €140m Real Madrid Transfer appeared first on Opta Analyst .
These Are the 5 Most-Important NFL Rookies of the 2026 Season
There’s no easing into a new role with these five NFL rookies. The pressure to make a quick impact is higher. The post These Are the 5 Most-Important NFL Rookies of the 2026 Season appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Southern Conference Football Predictions: Will a Newcomer Win the Wide-Open Race?
Southern Conference football runs deep with title contenders in 2026. Newcomer Tennessee Tech isn’t entering the race quietly. The post Southern Conference Football Predictions: Will a Newcomer Win the Wide-Open Race? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
One Potential Breakout Star for Each 2026-27 Premier League Club
Ahead of the 2026-27 Premier League season, we have identified one player from each club who could potentially have a breakout season. The post One Potential Breakout Star for Each 2026-27 Premier League Club appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Bruno Guimarães: What Newcastle’s Heartbeat Would Bring to Arsenal
Reports suggest Arsenal are close to signing Newcastle captain Bruno Guimarães. We assess his qualities and what makes the Brazilian a key target for Mikel Arteta. The post Bruno Guimarães: What Newcastle’s Heartbeat Would Bring to Arsenal appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Eva Olid Turned Hearts Into Title-Winners – Can She Do the Same at Man Utd?
Eva Olid has been announced as the new head coach of Manchester United Women. After transforming Hearts into a title-winning side in Scotland, can she do the same south of the border for the Red Devils? The post Eva Olid Turned Hearts Into Title-Winners – Can She Do the Same at Man Utd? appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Big Ten, SEC, Notre Dame Flex Their Muscle in the FBS Top 25 TRACR Rankings
The Opta supercomputer has run thousands of simulations to compile an FBS Top 25 with TRACR, projected win totals and playoff potential. The post Big Ten, SEC, Notre Dame Flex Their Muscle in the FBS Top 25 TRACR Rankings appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Nine New Bosses: The Premier League Managerial Merry-Go-Round Reaches Record Levels
Nine clubs begin the Premier League season with a new manager in the dugout. Discover why 2026-27 marks one of the biggest managerial shake-ups ever. The post Nine New Bosses: The Premier League Managerial Merry-Go-Round Reaches Record Levels appeared first on Opta Analyst .
United Athletic Conference Football Predictions: Tarleton State Favored as Abilene Christian Seeks Three-Peat
The United Athletic Conference had a tie atop its preseason football poll. Our predictions are here to break it. The post United Athletic Conference Football Predictions: Tarleton State Favored as Abilene Christian Seeks Three-Peat appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Marc Skinner Wasn’t Perfect, But Man Utd Have Far Bigger Problems
Marc Skinner reached an agreement with Manchester United to terminate his contract on Monday. How did it get to this, and will the Red Devils be better off for it? The post Marc Skinner Wasn’t Perfect, But Man Utd Have Far Bigger Problems appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Double up the Knowledge: Introducing TRACR for FCS Football Analysis
We’ve added our predictive TRACR model as another tool for analyzing FCS football teams. The outputs include team ratings and predictions, along with each team’s projected record and probability of winning out. Here’s how the computer element adds to the human element in Opta Analyst’s FCS coverage. Get set to be the most-informed FCS football […] The post Double up the Knowledge: Introducing TRACR for FCS Football Analysis appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Top-Scoring Substitutes in Premier League History
Jermain Defoe has scored more goals than any other player after coming on as a substitute in Premier League history, but which other players have provided a boost from the bench? The post Top-Scoring Substitutes in Premier League History appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Defending National Champ Montana State a Unanimous No. 1 in FCS Preseason Top 25 Poll
Montana State will open defense of its national title as the unanimous preseason No. 1 team in the Stats Perform FCS Top 25 Poll. The post Defending National Champ Montana State a Unanimous No. 1 in FCS Preseason Top 25 Poll appeared first on Opta Analyst .
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