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Best Perplexity Prompt for Game Analysis
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Prompt Template
Analyze the upcoming {{team_a}} vs {{team_b}} match scheduled for {{date}}. Please cite all statistics and data sources.
Include:
1. **Recent form** — last 5 games for each team with results and key stats (goals/points scored and conceded, win/loss margin)
2. **Head-to-head record** — last 5 meetings between these teams, with venue and result
3. **Key matchup factors** — top 3 statistical or tactical factors most likely to determine the outcome
4. **Injury and availability report** — known absences or doubts for both teams as of today
5. **Statistical prediction** — based on the data, which team has the statistical advantage and in what specific areas
6. **Expert consensus** — what are analysts and betting markets currently saying about this match
7. **My specific question**: {{specific_question}}
Cite sources for all statistics. Flag any data that is more than 48 hours old. Example Output
[Perplexity will pull and cite live data for this search — sample output structure:]
RECENT FORM (last 5 games, as of March 19, 2026):
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Manchester City: W4 D1 L0 — source: Premier League official stats [cited]
Arsenal: W3 D1 L1 — source: Premier League official stats [cited]
HEAD-TO-HEAD (last 5 meetings): [cited match-by-match results]
KEY MATCHUP FACTORS:
1. Arsenal's defensive line height vs. City's movement — Arsenal's average defensive line sits at 48m from goal (top 3 in PL), City has completed 23 runs in behind over the last 5 games [source cited]
2. Midfield press intensity — [cited pressing stats for both teams]
3. Set piece conversion — [cited]
INJURY REPORT (as of March 19): [current status with source dates flagged]
PREDICTION: City holds statistical edge in expected goals over last 5 games (xG 2.1 vs 1.7 per game). Arsenal's high line has been beaten for pace 3 times in 5 games vs. quick attackers.
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Tips for Better Results
Perplexity works best when you add "cite sources" and "flag any data older than 48 hours" — this keeps you from acting on stale injury or lineup information. For predictions, always ask for "betting market implied probability" as a baseline reference point.
Example (filled in)
Team A: Manchester City | Team B: Arsenal | Date: March 20, 2026 | Question: How does Arsenal's high defensive line hold up against players with pace in behind?