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.
Carabao Cup news: Liverpool vs Newcastle Utd – Five key battles and score prediction
The first major trophy of the season is up for grabs on Sunday, with Newcastle United taking on Liverpool at Wembley for a chance at Carabao Cup glory.
Sports News Blitz writer Dylan Richardson considers five key battles to anticipate in the showpiece and offers a score prediction.
Premier League news: Aston Villa march on as Ollie Watkins haunts former side Brentford
Aston Villa beat Brentford 1-0 on Saturday to maintain their quest for Champions League football next season and have former Bees man Ollie Watkins to thank for the result.
Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce looks at three influential Villa players from the win in West London.
Man Utd news: Improved Red Devils draw with Arsenal ahead of Europa League decider
Struggling Manchester United managed a 1-1 draw with high-flying Arsenal at Old Trafford on Sunday in a much-improved showing by Ruben Amorim’s side.
Sports News Blitz writer Robert Bore unpacks the details of a solid result.
Premier League news: Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City – Five key battles and score prediction
High-flying Nottingham Forest host reigning Premier League champions Manchester City on Saturday in a match that could have huge ramifications for Champions League qualification.
Sports News Blitz writer Jon Shea considers five key battles to anticipate at the City Ground and offers a score prediction.
Championship news: Portsmouth vs Leeds Utd – Five key battles and score prediction
This weekend sees struggling Portsmouth welcome league leaders Leeds United to Fratton Park for an intriguing Championship clash.
Sports News Blitz writer Samuel Leasley considers five key battles to anticipate in Sunday’s fixture and offers a score prediction.
WSL news: A radical shift? The debate over relegation in the Women’s Super League
The Women’s Super League has undergone significant transformation in recent years, fueled by increased investment, media attention, and growing fan engagement.
Now, a major restructuring proposal could reshape the league’s future - one that involves scrapping relegation entirely.
But is this the right move?
Sports News Blitz writer Claudia Jones explores the potential impact of this controversial change.
Premier League betting tips: Bournemouth are bankrupting bettors, Man Utd and Arsenal are striker-less - What could go wrong?
The Bookie Basher thinks with blunt attacks and VAR officials with the foresight of a defrosting lasagne, this weekend could be another rollercoaster for punters.
11/4, 2/1 and 21/20 winners last weekend. Sports News Blitz readers, are you not entertained?
Sunshine on Leith erupts as Hibs win Edinburgh derby at Easter Road
Scottish side Hibernian FC offered some tear-jerking post-match celebrations following a tense derby win over Hearts of Midlothian FC on Sunday.
The game culminated in a 2-1 win for the Hibbies, with centre-back Jack Iredale rifling one past Craig Gordon in the 74th minute to give his side the lead and secure his first-ever goal for the club.
Following the match, an electric rendition of ‘Sunshine on Leith’ vibrated through the Edinburgh stadium for the second time in consecutive weekends, following Hibs’ victory over Celtic last Saturday.
Women’s Super League analysis: Man Utd v Leicester City key battles and prediction
We get as excited by the Women’s Super League as the English Premier League here at Sports News Blitz, and have taken on a new writer to cover Manchester United’s season.
Claudia Jones is doing a Sports Management degree at Loughborough University - but also plays the beautiful game, having represented Liverpool FC and Wales U17s and U19s.
She also does football coaching - but is now turning her hand to writing about the game she loves, and will be previewing Manchester United’s games on a weekly basis.
Here, she looks at five key battles on the pitch, and provides a prediction for the game.
Man Utd news: Alejandro Garnacho’s reaction raises questions about Ruben Amorim’s authority at Manchester United
Manchester United’s 3-2 victory over Ipswich should have been a moment of relief for Ruben Amorim.
However, Alejandro Garnacho’s dramatic response to his first-half substitution has shifted the post-match discussion towards the manager’s control over his dressing room.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer and suffering Manchester United fan Noah Ngcobo examines the fallout from Garnacho’s reaction and what it means for Amorim’s authority at the club.
FA Cup betting tips: Cardiff City to score, and banter club Manchester United to serve up more chaos
We are up, for the Cup, and Sports News Blitz’s Bookie Basher is here with his highly anticipated betting tips.
Man Utd news: Survival stakes - Manchester United and Ipswich Town clash in crucial relegation battle
Manchester United welcome Ipswich Town to Old Trafford for a midweek Premier League clash that carries far more weight than anyone could have predicted at the start of the season.
Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo examines how England’s most successful club finds itself in an unexpected battle for survival.
England Women face crucial test against Portugal in Nations League
As the clock ticks down to England's UEFA Women's Nations League opener against Portugal tonight - Friday, February 21 - the Lionesses find themselves at a pivotal point.
After a year marked by inconsistent performances and key player injuries, this match isn't just about points - it's about setting the tone for their European title defence this summer.
Premier League betting tips: Enzo Fernandez to score, and Darwin Nunez to do something…probably
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer The Bookie Basher takes a hilarious yet insightful look at this weekend’s Premier League betting, backing Enzo Fernandez to score and Darwin Nunez to - well, hopefully - find the target.
Chelsea news: Enzo Maresca’s five selection headaches that expose the Blues’ chaos
In the space of just under a week, Chelsea have been knocked out of the FA Cup and overtaken in the race for Champions League qualification, dropping to sixth in the Premier League table.
As a result of back-to-back defeats to Brighton - the latter a humiliating 3-0 demolition - pressure has begun to mount on head coach Enzo Maresca, whose young side has won just two of their last nine league games.
Premier League news: What we learnt from Tottenham’s 1-0 win over Man Utd
Tottenham Hotspur secured a narrow win against Manchester United in a closely contested Premier League tie at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Sports News Blitz writer Christian Willis walks us through the game's key talking points, including a key player netting on his return from injury, Tottenham's resurgence, and Manchester United's injury crisis.
Man City’s collapse: Just How Crucial Is Rodri to Pep Guardiola’s team?
Manchester City have been without Rodri since September 2024, and his absence has been impossible to ignore.
The Spanish midfielder suffered a season-ending injury during a heated Premier League clash against Arsenal - a moment that shifted the course of City’s campaign.
Liverpool news: Cracks appearing in Liverpool’s title charge?
Out of the FA Cup, an Arne Slot red card, and under pressure from the chasing Gunners - Liverpool are starting to look a little too shaky.
Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo analyses their recent form and what it means for the Premier League title race.