
Chelsea’s first trophy under Sonia Bompastor keeps quadruple hopes alive
Sonia Bompastor's tenure at Chelsea has begun in triumphant fashion, as the Blues secured a 2-1 victory over Manchester City in the Women's League Cup final at Pride Park.
This hard-fought win not only marks Bompastor's first silverware with the club but also keeps Chelsea's aspirations for a historic quadruple well on track.

NBA betting tips: Oklahoma City Thunder pump the Detroit Pistons as West meets East
Sports News Blitz NBA expert George Dempsey breaks down Saturday night's clash between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Detroit Pistons.
With OKC eyeing another statement win and the Pistons fighting for a playoff spot, this showdown promises plenty of intrigue.

Australian GP: Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton fail to impress as Ferrari lock out fourth row
The long-anticipated 2025 Formula 1 season has finally kicked off in Australia.
An early morning for European and African fans saw an entertaining qualifying session take place at Albert Park, Melbourne.
With most eyes on Ferrari ahead of the 2025 Australian Grand Prix, expectations were high heading into qualifying.
In Free Practice 2, Charles Leclerc impressed, topping the time sheets and setting the pace for qualifying.
However, come qualifying, Ferrari were underwhelming, to say the least.

Everton vs West Ham analysis: Five key battles and score prediction
Newly-crowned Premier League Manager of the Month David Moyes comes face-to-face with the club he left in the summer as his Everton side takes on Graham Potter’s West Ham.
Both sides are looking to create further ground between themselves and the bottom three.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Jon Shea gives his five key battles and score prediction.

MMA news: Marvin Vettori to mark his return with another win over Roman Dolidze
Marvin Vettori is set to make his long-awaited return to the Octagon at UFC Fight Night 254, where he faces a familiar foe in Roman Dolidze.
Here, Sports News Blitz MMA writer Niall Togher breaks down how Vettori can replicate his 2023 victory and prove he’s still a top contender in the middleweight division.

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2035 - Could it be held on home soil?
Excitement is building over where the 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup will be held.
With the bidding process underway, hopes are high that the tournament could make history in a way never seen before.
Sports News Blitz writer Claudia Jones explores whether the UK stands a real chance of bringing the World Cup home?

Championship news: Queens Park Rangers vs Leeds Utd – Five key battles and score prediction
Another dreaded early kick-off awaits league leaders Leeds United this weekend as they travel to Loftus Road to take on Queens Park Rangers in the Championship.
Sports News Blitz writer Samuel Leasley considers five key battles to anticipate in Saturday’s clash and offers a score prediction.

Six Nations news: Fifth round preview and predictions as France, England and Ireland vie for title
The fifth and final round of the Six Nations is here, with the fate of the 2025 Championship yet to be decided between France, England, and Ireland.
Sports News Blitz rugby writer Charlie Elliott previews all the action and offers his predictions.

Carabao Cup final, Newcastle Utd analysis: Predicted line-up and score prediction
Newcastle United face Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday with one eye on ending a near 70-year wait for a major trophy.
Sports News Blitz writer Dylan Richardson takes a look at Newcastle’s chances at Wembley.

England U20s trio Ben Coen, Jack Bracken and Angus Hall discuss Grand Slam decider vs Wales
England Under-20s head to Cardiff to face Wales in their final Six Nations match knowing that a win will secure a historic Grand Slam for Mark Mapletoft’s side.
Ahead of the game, Sports News Blitz–sponsored YouTube channel Rugby Analyst spoke to three of the best young talents in the team, Angus Hall, Jack Bracken and Ben Coen.
Sports News Blitz rugby writer Charlie Elliot reports on the interview.

Championship betting tips: Sunderland to slip up, Blackburn to bounce back
Matchday 38 is upon us, and with every passing game the stakes get even higher in this ever-chaotic Championship season.
Sports News Blitz resident Championship tipster Ethan Pitts picks a handful of the best bets ahead of the action.

Cheltenham Festival news: Galopin Des Champs the favourite as Gavin Cromwell backs Inothewayurthinkin for Gold Cup
William Hill ambassador Gavin Cromwell talks through his runners for Day Four of the Cheltenham Festival, suggesting Inothewayurthinkin can beat Gold Cup favourite Galopin Des Champs.
And with the Festival having proved lucrative for bookies so far, William Hill spokesperson Lee Phelps offers a breakdown of how things might pan out for them on Gold Cup Day.

F1 news: Lewis Hamilton gears up for Ferrari debut at the Australian Grand Prix
Sports News Blitz brings you the latest from the world of Formula 1, and few stories are as captivating as Lewis Hamilton’s highly anticipated debut for Ferrari.
F1 fanatic Noah Ngcobo breaks down what to expect as the seven-time world champion takes on a new challenge with the Scuderia.

NBA news: Stephen A. Smith calls LeBron James’ confrontation ‘weak’ amid Bronny James controversy
The ongoing tension between ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith and Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James reached a boiling point last week, with Smith openly calling James’ response to his commentary on Bronny James “weak” and “some bullsh*t”.

Liverpool analysis: Future looks bright for Reds despite UCL heartbreak
Liverpool’s Champions League journey came to a bitter end after a hard-fought battle with PSG, as the French side triumphed on penalties at Anfield.
Despite the heartbreak, there were plenty of positives for Arne Slot’s men, with standout performances and glimpses of a bright future.
As they now shift their focus to domestic success, Sports News Blitz writer Jack Burgess reflects on what’s next for the Reds.

Carabao Cup final, Liverpool analysis: Team news and predicted line-up
Liverpool will be aiming to secure the first piece of silverware this season as they take on Newcastle in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley on Sunday, March 16.
With key players missing and fatigue potentially playing a role after a grueling midweek clash, the Reds will have to dig deep to overcome a Newcastle side desperate to end their long trophy drought.
Sports News Blitz writer Jack Burgess takes a closer look at Liverpool’s chances.

MMA news: Rafael Fiziev teases weight-class change following UFC 313 defeat
As Sports News Blitz continues to bring you the latest in the MMA, Niall Togher reports on Rafael Fiziev’s future after a tough night at UFC 313.
Following his third straight loss, the Azerbaijani lightweight is now weighing his options - including a potential shift to a new division.

Leeds Utd analysis: Impressive win over Millwall settles the nerves; QPR thoughts
Championship leaders Leeds United established a four-point lead over third-placed Burnley after a 2-0 win over Millwall at Elland Road on Wednesday night.
Daniel Farke’s high-flying Whites slumped to a shock defeat away to Portsmouth last weekend, so needed a response in midweek.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher gives his analysis of the win over the Lions.

Premier League and Carabao Cup betting tips: A London Derby stalemate and Newcastle doing it for Ant & Dec
Despite having a tough week at Cheltenham, The Bookie Basher returns to Sports News Blitz with a weekend football guide that’s sure to split opinions, wallets, and the last remaining patience of punters everywhere.

Women’s Tennis Association introduces paid maternity leave for players
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on a groundbreaking shift in women’s tennis, as the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) unveils a paid maternity leave initiative in partnership with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF).
This move addresses a long-standing gap in professional sports, ensuring female players receive essential family planning support.