have the edge on
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"I think City will have the edge on that, just purely the manager and players they've got. They will be able to stay a little calmer than the Arsenal players," said Rooney.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
Among the five teams in the market, the Chiefs have the most Instagram followers on their German account, but the Panthers have the edge on TikTok.
From Washington Times • Oct. 31, 2023
The Diamondbacks have the edge on Milwaukee on offense and a strong one-two punch atop their starting rotation in Gallen and Kelly, but their pitching staff isn’t nearly as strong from top to bottom.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 3, 2023
The Saints have the edge on the Bucs, but they must get off to a good start to avoid having to play from behind.
From Washington Post • Jan. 12, 2021
"The A. M.'s will get the break on the story, but we'll have the edge on them at that," said Brennan.
From Spring Street A Story of Los Angeles by Richardson, James H.
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