Premier League news: Five key moments behind Leeds United’s thrilling comeback at Chelsea
Two goals down at Stamford Bridge after Jaka Bijol’s severe moment of madness, all hope seemed lost for Leeds United against Chelsea, but two quickfire goals skyrocketed the Whites into 15th place in the Premier League table.
It was a night that neither set of fans will forget in a hurry as nobody could fully believe what they had just witnessed in the second half.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Charlie Fawcett offers his insight into the most unlikely of Leeds comebacks in West London.
Premier League news: Five key talking points around the relegation battle as Thomas Frank sacked
After Tuesday’s slate of games, the relegation picture is a confusing one – Wolves and Burnley look set for the Championship next year, but who will join them is far from certain.
West Ham currently occupy 18th spot but are just eight points behind 13th, showing how tight the battle has become. Crystal Palace, Leeds United, Tottenham, and Nottingham Forest are all at risk – and with so little between the sides, the fight for survival looks set to go down to the wire.
With all of that in mind, here is Sports News Blitz writer Zephryn Dockree with five key talking points going into the final 12 games of the season.
Tottenham news: Roberto De Zerbi the favourite to replace Thomas Frank at Spurs after Marseille exit
Bookmakers Skybet have priced Roberto De Zerbi at 10/11 to replace Thomas Frank in the Tottenham dugout after the Dane’s sacking.
De Zerbi recently parted ways with Marseille after a tough period, a 5-0 thrashing at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain seemingly the final nail in the coffin. Now, his well-timed availability has induced speculation around the managerial vacancy at Tottenham, although a host of big names are in the mix too.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Finn Littlewood takes a look at the favourites to replace Frank as Spurs head coach.
Six Nations news: Power rankings after first round as France and England impress, Ireland struggle
The first round of the 2026 Six Nations has been and gone as France and England both staked claims to win the crown.
England crushed Wales 48-7 and France outplayed Ireland 36-14, while Italy defeated Scotland 18-15 in what was a demoralising loss for the under-pressure Scots.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Joseph Terry gives his power rankings after the opening weekend of arguably the greatest rugby competition in the world.
F1 news: Max Verstappen tops opening morning of first 2026 Bahrain pre-season test
Max Verstappen set the pace on the opening morning of Formula 1’s first 2026 pre-season test at the Bahrain International Circuit on Wednesday, February 11.
The Red Bull driver finished first on the timesheets during the four-hour morning session, giving his team an early benchmark as all 11 teams shared the track for the first time this week.
Chelsea fail to get the better of old rivals Leeds Utd in a 2-2 draw
Chelsea vs Leeds kicked off Gameweek 26 at Stamford Bridge on the night of Tuesday, February 10, in a game that ended in a draw.
Despite enjoying a 2-0 lead past the one-hour mark, Chelsea conceded two goals to Leeds, forfeiting a full bag of points.
A win would have seen Chelsea go into the top four of the Premier League table, with fourth-placed Manchester United drawing to West Ham on the same night.
Testing in Bahrain begins: Where to watch F1 pre-season testing?
Pre-season testing in Bahrain has begun in preparation for the 2026 Formula 1 season.
The testing in Bahrain comes after a private shakedown in Barcelona in January, as well as after all 11 teams have unveiled their 2026 liveries.
Six Nations 2026: Is advertising during breaks in play a kick in the teeth for fans? Or a way of growing the sport?
After an Ireland flanker knocked on the ball during their Six Nations match against France on Thursday, February 5, an unwanted advert was shown while the two teams packed down into the scrum.
Sports News Blitz writer Cameron Cleugh discusses whether scrums should be held as sacred or a boring tradition.
World Cup 2026 analysis: Who’s in and who’s at risk of missing out on England’s squad?
With just four months until the 2026 World Cup kicks off in the United States, attention is turning to England’s squad picture.
Competition for places is intensifying, with some players pushing their case at the right time and others at risk of missing out altogether.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Oliver Powell looks at the players that could make or miss the England squad for the 2026 World Cup.
The Growing Role of Prediction Markets in Today’s Sports Landscape
Sports fans are starting to notice a quiet shift. It isn’t flashy, but it’s changing how predictions and probabilities fit into the game.
Traditional betting still dominates the spotlight, but a more flexible model is pulling in fans who want to understand why something is priced the way it is, not just accept the number.
Prediction markets treat sports outcomes more like ideas you can trade than bets you place and forget. The experience feels closer to a stock market, built around teams, players and in-game moments.
Chelsea analysis: Ranking the five best goals of Cole Palmer’s 50 for the Blues
Cole Palmer reached 50 goals for Chelsea in just 114 appearances after a stunning first-half hat-trick against Wolves, becoming the first player in Premier League history to score three hat-tricks inside the opening 45 minutes.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Jacob Howson ranks the five finest goals from Palmer’s rapidly growing Chelsea legacy.
NFL analysis: Sam Darnold - From draft bust to Super Bowl-winning quarterback
Once labelled a draft bust, Sam Darnold sealed his NFL redemption by leading the Seattle Seahawks to a Super Bowl victory.
Sports News Blitz writer Freddie Thomas-Neher looks further into Darnold’s shock career shift.
Cadillac make statement with Super Bowl F1 livery reveal and early Bahrain testing
Cadillac have made a bold entrance into Formula 1 ahead of their debut season in 2026.
The American team revealed the first livery for their maiden F1 car in a high-profile advert during Super Bowl LX, using one of the biggest sporting events in the world to announce their arrival in the sport.
Rugby union analysis: How winning the Six Nations will help continue England’s path towards the 2027 World Cup
England began their hunt towards the Six Nations title with a convincing 48-7 victory over Wales at the Allianz Stadium.
A result most fans predicted would be one-way traffic and a huge mismatch - considering the issues Welsh rugby is currently facing at club and country level - offered nothing out of the ordinary, writes Sports News Blitz’s Ruben Picardo Ashworth.
beIN SPORTS reveals record-breaking 3.45 billion cumulative viewership across TV and Digital for TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025
Africa’s most prestigious tournament drew huge audiences on beIN SPORTS, with the total cumulative TV viewership reaching 1.75 billion and the final attracting 97 million viewers.
beIN’s social media platforms also reached record numbers, with cumulative video views exceeding 1.68 billion.
Sponsorship news: Horsforth Hawks Reds finish third in Winter League after four wins
The Sports News Blitz-sponsored Horsforth Hawks Reds enjoyed a strong and competitive run in the “Champions League” division of The Rounders Coach Winter League, played on Sunday evenings at Bradford Grammar School.
The Hawks Reds delivered an impressive set of performances, finishing with four wins, one loss and one draw - a record that secured them third place overall in a tightly-contested league.
One of the standout moments of the season came in a monumental victory over local derby rivals Aireborough Belters, a result that will live in the memories of the team and supporters for a very long time!
NFL Super Bowl LX analysis: Winners and losers as Seattle Seahawks crush New England Patriots
The Seattle Seahawks claimed Super Bowl LX after a dominant 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots at Levi’s Stadium.
Seattle’s performance was built on defensive efficiency and discipline, while the Patriots were left struggling to gain any real foothold in the game. It was thus not the shootout some had hoped for, with the first touchdowns not arriving until the final quarter.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Jake Reed gives his take on the biggest winners and losers from Super Bowl 60.
NFL news: Seattle Seahawks, Sam Darnold dominate New England Patriots to claim Super Bowl LX
The Seattle Seahawks overwhelmed the New England Patriots with a ruthless display of football to claim victory at Super Bowl LX.
What was billed as a clash between two elite NFL defences became a one-sided affair as the Seahawks powered to a 29-13 victory at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara to secure their second Super Bowl title.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Michael Davey breaks down a showpiece game for the ages.
Premier League news: Newcastle 2-3 Brentford – Keith Andrews praise, transfer flops, buzzing Bees
It was back-to-back home defeats for Newcastle United on Saturday as Dango Outtara’s 85th-minute winner saw Brentford complete the Premier League double over the Magpies.
The hosts remain in 12th, having now suffered three consecutive losses, while the win pushes the Bees to within touching distance of the European places.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Mosaddek Abu discusses the key takeaways from a bruising 3-2 defeat for the Toon.
Six Nations news: Five talking points from England’s comprehensive victory over Wales at Twickenham
England kick-started their Six Nations campaign with a comprehensive 48-7 victory over Wales at Twickenham’s Allianz Stadium on Saturday.
A Henry Arundell hat-trick and tries from Ben Earl, Tom Roebuck, and Tommy Freeman, plus a penalty try, saw the home side dispatch an ill-disciplined and underperforming Welsh team.
The win has set England in good stead as they prepare for a Calcutta Cup showdown at Murrayfield, so here’s Sports News Blitz writer Oliver Powell’s talking points from England’s win.