Champions League: Martin O’Neill urges Celtic to chase European glory despite improbable odds
Celtic manager Martin O’Neill believes the club should continue to chase Champions League glory regardless of how improbable it feels.
The Bhoys famously lifted the European Cup, as it was known then, in 1967, overcoming Inter Milan 2-1 in the Lisbon showpiece. And O’Neill, who won the competition twice as a player with Nottingham Forest, thinks the current Scottish champions must aspire to match that feat despite the realities of modern football.
Premier League news: Everton boss David Moyes makes transfer plea ahead of Crystal Palace clash
Everton manager David Moyes says the club are still looking to add several more players before the summer transfer window slams shut on September 1.
The Toffees have made five permanent signings so far, with two of those deals for players who were previously on loan, spending around £74 million in the process. Despite that activity, Moyes is desperate to further strengthen his squad ahead of what is expected to be another gruelling Premier League season.
Premier League betting tips: Arsenal begin their title defence, Newcastle’s new manager with a rebuild and more Gameweek 1 betting tips
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from the opening weekend’s Premier League TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting laureate - The Bookie Basher - including the massive clash between Newcastle and Liverpool on Sunday, August 23.
Premier League: Chelsea vs Fulham betting preview and prediction
Monday night's Premier League action kicks off with a high-stakes West London derby as Chelsea travel to Craven Cottage to face Fulham, writes Sports News Blitz’s Joseph Kan’gethe.
All eyes are on whether the Blues’ head coach Xabi Alonso can quickly establish the control and structure he wants from his team.
M3 Padel Academy Partners with Rocalla for Exclusive Formentera Weekend
M3 Padel Academy, one of the sport's most respected player development systems, is joining forces with Rocalla for a special edition of the M3 Padel Weekend, taking place from 1-4 October on the Mediterranean island of Formentera.
Cricket betting tips: Best bets for England vs Pakistan and Australia vs Bangladesh Tests
The World Test Championship continues this week, with England hosting Pakistan in the first Test at Headingley before Australia look to bounce back against Bangladesh in Mackay.
Here, Sports News Blitz cricket betting expert Himanshu Sharma breaks down the best bets, value plays, and key betting angles ahead of this week’s Test matches.
Dallas & Houston Preseason: What The Roster Battles Reveal About Texas Football
August in Texas means two-a-days, sweat-soaked jerseys, and a fresh round of quarterback speculation nobody asked for but everybody reads anyway.
CBS Sports dropped its ranking of every rookie QB from Week 1 of the preseason this week, and Texas fans in two very different fanbases are paying close attention for two very different reasons.
Dallas wants proof its offensive identity survives another rebuild season. Houston wants confirmation that last year's flashes weren't a fluke. Neither city is short on opinions.
Both are short on patience.
Springboks vs All Blacks: Five key talking points ahead of 2026 Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry showdown
South Africa and New Zealand have produced sporting folklore for generations – Rugby World Cup finals, defining careers, and unforgettable moments have repeatedly transformed this fixture into something greater than just another Test match.
Now, an iconic tradition returns to South African soil, writes Sports News Blitz’s Dean Boyle.
The All Blacks’ 2026 visit is their first full-scale tour of South Africa in 30 years, with four Test matches forming the centrepiece of an eight-match series deliberately built around an enduring rivalry.
UFC 330 analysis: Islam Makhachev breaks Anderson Silva record after UD win vs Ian Machado Garry
Islam Makhachev beat Ian Machado Garry by unanimous decision at UFC 330 on Sunday, breaking Anderson Silva’s winning-streak record in the process.
While the welterweight champion clearly did enough to win, Garry’s adjustments and resistance created a much more competitive contest than the scorecards suggested. Here, Sports News Blitz’s MMA expert Aidan Leo offers his analysis of the main event in Philadelphia.
ATP Tour news: Ben Shelton wins 2026 Canadian Open as young guns show worth at Masters level
On the ATP Tour, the Masters 1000 tournament in Canada precedes an equivalent event in Cincinnati, which itself foreruns the final Grand Slam of the year: the US Open.
And those who were able to look past the ludicrous scheduling decisions in Montreal witnessed a competition of unpredictable, high-quality, youth-driven tennis. Here, Sports News Blitz writer and tennis fan AJ Becker takes a closer look.
2026/27 Premier League betting tips: Best title race and relegation bets ahead of the new season
The 2026/27 Premier League season is now just a few weeks away, and the excitement is tangible.
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from the Premier League outright markets - courtesy of Sports News Blitz’s punting laureate - The Bookie Basher.
2026/27 Premier League betting tips: Alexander Isak or Erling Haaland for the Golden Boot, and a bold Tottenham prediction
Read on as we chew the fat over the Premier League Golden Boot winner for the 2026/27 campaign as well as napping some other decent ante post fancies - all courtesy of Sports News Blitz’s punting laureate - The Bookie Basher.
Premier League news: Could Harrison Armstrong be Everton’s next superstar in the making?
At just 19 years of age, Harrison Armstrong has already made 16 appearances for Everton in the Premier League, with most of them coming towards the back end of last season.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Dylan Grady assesses how the 2026/27 campaign could be Armstrong’s chance to solidify his place in the Toffees midfield.
Premier League news: Could Aston Villa wonderkid Brian Madjo be England’s Harry Kane successor?
Despite Brian Madjo only turning 17 years old in January, the 6ft 4in ex-Luxembourg international has already burst onto the scene thanks to a goal on his competitive debut in Aston Villa’s UEFA Super Cup loss to PSG.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Dylan Grady looks at the struggles Madjo has faced in his young career and considers what he could offer both Aston Villa and England in the future.
Padel news: GENERALI Hexagon Cup Madrid confirmed as first official Hexagon World Series event
The first official event of the Hexagon World Series has been confirmed as the GENERALI Hexagon Cup Madrid, taking place from 21 to 24 January 2027.
Hosted once again at Madrid’s iconic Caja Mágica, the event will mark the beginning of an exciting new chapter for padel as the first fully sanctioned teams event within the new global series.
Hidden Engine of Elite Football: Inside Youth Academy Success and Financial Realities
Youth football academies serve as the ultimate proving ground for the world’s next generation of superstars.
Every year, thousands of kids step onto pristine grass pitches, dreaming of walking out into packed stadiums in the Premier League or Champions League.
However, behind the glamour of professional debuts lies a complex ecosystem built on massive financial investments, grueling schedules, and relentless competition.
Padel news: Clash of the Coaches founder eyes expansion after successful London event
The prospect of regional and international Clash of the Coaches tournaments have been mooted following the first successful event in London.
More than 50 padel coaches from across the UK and overseas took part in the inaugural event at London’s Racketeer club on August 7.
The tournament, created by World Padel Network founder Jamie Rowe and run in partnership with Nico Padel 22, featured nine regional UK teams and one international team – competing in men’s, women’s and mixed competitions.
Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry: Springboks vs All Blacks – Fixtures, venues and times for blockbuster tour
In 2026, Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry sees world champions South Africa welcome eternal foes New Zealand for a historic rugby tour.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Michael Davey rounds up everything you need to know about the ground-breaking series, including fixtures, venues, and times.
How Alvaro Arbeloa’s Fulham could be the next team to surprise a few in the Premier League in 2026/27
43-year-old Spaniard Alvaro Arbeloa takes charge of the West London club after Marco Silva’s exit in June due to his contract expiring.
Fulham have already made major moves in the transfer market on Arbeloa’s side, and Sports News Blitz writer Dylan Grady looks at how the ex-Real Madrid manager can shock a few doubters in the upcoming 2026/27 season.
Rounders news: Horsforth Hawks Reds soar into Division 3 after securing second place
Horsforth Hawks Reds celebrated back-to-back promotions in style on Monday night after securing an impressive 21-9.5 win over Drig Dragon Flames in their final match of the season.
The Hawks Reds have been sponsored by Sports News Blitz for the last two seasons - and they have soared from Division 5 to Division 3 since partnering with the fast-growing sports brand.
We have been tracking their progress all season via match reports from co captains Liz and Liv.