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title: "Sportradar says Big Five corner-kick conversion hits 10-year high in 2025/26 season"
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description: "Sportradar analysis reveals that corner-kick conversion rates in Europe’s Big Five leagues reached a 10-year high in the 2025/26 season, with efficiency improving by approximately 22%. The Premier League led with roughly one goal per 18 corners, while Real Madrid demonstrated the strongest defense. Upcoming rule changes from the 2026/27 season are expected to increase corner frequency, potentially intensifying tactical competition and investment in set-pieces."
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# Sportradar says Big Five corner-kick conversion hits 10-year high in 2025/26 season

-   Sportradar analysis found corner-kick conversion across Europe’s Big Five leagues hit a 10-year high in 2025⁄26. \* Average scoring improved to about 1 goal per 23 corners from 1 per 28, lifting efficiency about 22%. \* Premier League led conversion at roughly 1 goal per 18 corners; Arsenal ranked top overall among 96 clubs. \* Real Madrid posted the strongest corner defense, conceding 2 goals from 138 opposition corners. \* Rule changes from 2026⁄27 could raise corner frequency, intensifying set-piece investment and tactical competition. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Sportradar Group AG published the original content used to generate this news brief via GlobeNewswire (Ref. ID: 202608240800OMX\_\_\_\_\_CNEWS\_EN\_GNW9814839\_en) on August 24, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2026 - Public Technologies (PUBT)

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