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  24 August 2025, Etihad Stadium Both teams started the new Premier League season with victories and now face off at the Etihad Stadium. The Opta supercomputer gives Manchester City a 61.7% chance of victory in Saturday's clash. City in impressive form Pep Guardiola's team leads the table after the first round thanks to a convincing 4-0 win at Wolverhampton. Since the start of April, City have collected more points than any other team (26) and remain unbeaten in this period (8 wins, 2 draws). Their defensive work is particularly impressive - they have the most clean sheets (7) and face the fewest shots per game of all teams in the division (7.6) since April. Erling Haaland scored twice against Wolves and is approaching a historic milestone - he could become only the second player in Premier League history to score 50 home goals in fewer than 50 appearances (currently 48 goals in 48 games). Tottenham as problematic opponent Despite City's dominance, Guardiola will be...

  The NFL season is almost upon us. Here are some players whose 2024 data suggests they could be primed for a breakout. Contrary to popular belief, breakout players don't emerge from thin air. While stars will always shine, identifying and developing players who can transform from role contributors into cornerstone pieces is equally crucial for building championship rosters in the NFL. Several key indicators help identify potential stars-in-the-making, centered around three essential elements: production , efficiency , and situation . Even players with limited action need tangible metrics to catch evaluators' attention. Previous breakout stars like receiver Deebo Samuel, running back Tony Pollard, and defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike all showed promising statistical indicators before becoming household names the following season. Situation serves as another reliable predictor, indicating players have a clear pathway to expanded opportunities. Third-string talents rarely r...