
Ruben Amorim's breakthrough: Manchester United's best XI comes to life
Manchester United’s Ruben Amorim may have turned a corner after a turbulent start to his tenure.
A thrilling draw against Liverpool highlighted a lineup that combined tactical balance with standout individual performances, offering hope for a brighter future under his leadership.
Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo explores how Amorim’s tactical tweaks revealed Manchester United’s strongest XI in their draw at Anfield.

Premier League news: Lisandro Martinez, Ross Barkley, Erling Haaland star in team of the week
It was a topsy-turvy weekend in the Premier League as leaders Liverpool were held by struggling Manchester United, second-placed Arsenal failed to close the gap, and surprise package Nottingham Forest remained third despite not playing.
Sports News Blitz guest writer Charlie Elliott picks his Premier League team of the week.

Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team announces Pepperstone as official trading partner
The Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team has revealed its first partnership deal of 2025 in naming Pepperstone as its official trading partner.
Sports News Blitz writer Michael Davey reports on the story.

Man Utd analysis: Point made as Ruben Amorim’s impressive Red Devils hold Liverpool at Anfield
Manchester United grabbed a point in an entertaining 2-2 draw with Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday as Ruben Amorim’s side arrested a run of four defeats.
Sports News Blitz writer Robert Bore reports on the game.

Seven things you need to know about snowboarding star Chloe Kim
Chloe Kim’s energy cannot be matched. With a slew of Olympic medals, X Games championships, and world records under her belt, she has got it all going with her quest to keep inspiring young girls to take up the sport.
Sports News Blitz guest Chioma Emma has unearthed seven unbelievable characteristics that make Chloe Kim an iconic snowboard athlete.
Chioma Emma writes for Sports News Blitz’s sister site Female First, a brand which focuses on content which empowers, inspires and entertains.

Ice hockey news: Sports for Dummies — The National Hockey League (part three)
After previously covering game basics and must-know facts, it is time to kick things up a notch in part three of our Sports for Dummies guide to the NHL as Sports News Blitz writer Katie Ransome looks at five famous faces in the history of ice hockey.

Hull City vs Leeds United analysis: Five key battles and score prediction
MKM Stadium is set for a crunch Yorkshire derby on Saturday as relegation candidates Hull City welcome promotion-chasing Leeds United.
Sports News Blitz writer Samuel Leasley outlines five key battles to anticipate and offers a score prediction.

Premier League betting tips: Declan Rice and Liam Delap to score; bank on Liverpool
Arsenal emerged from the festive feast of football as the main contenders to Premier League leaders Liverpool, who will be licking their lips at the prospect of facing Manchester United.
And the Bookie Basher, who has emerged from a Baileys-induced coma, feels Arsenal will brush Brighton aside, while also backing England star Declan Rice to lead the way.
Super Sunday is likely to give Ruben Amorim some sleepless nights as the Red Devils are heading to Anfield for a 4.30pm kick-off which could get messy.

NFL betting tips: Denver Broncos to prevail, Minnesota Vikings set for battle in Detroit
It’s the final week of the regular season. Most teams have already either secured their post-season ticket or played so woefully that a high draft pick has been pushed their way.
Fortunately, the fun is not over. For a few teams, this final week will prove pivotal.
NFL tipster Sam Condy is back once again, breaking down some of the top Sky Bet tips ahead of this week's action.

NBA betting tips: Raptors and Celtics to shoot the lights out; Spurs to beat Clippers
After turning a healthy profit in 2024, our New Year’s resolution is to keep lining your pockets in 2025.
We’ve one more chance to boost your balance as the Toronto Raptors visit the Boston Celtics at 8pm on Tuesday, before hopefully ringing in the new year with the San Antonio Spurs beating the LA Clippers after midnight.
Sports News Blitz writer George Dempsey is on hand with another round of NBA betting tips.

Man Utd analysis: Red Devils fans feeling the fear after Magpies mauling
Manchester United’s dismal season hit a new low on Monday night as a dominant Newcastle United easily overpowered them to secure a 2-0 win at Old Trafford.
Sports News Blitz’s Robert Bore is feeling that fear in every bone - and picks through the debris of Monday night’s mauling by Eddie Howe’s Magpies…

Man Utd news: Bruno Fernandes sent off as sorry Red Devils beaten by Wolves
It was a Boxing Day to forget as Ruben Amorim’s struggling Manchester United side lost 2-0 at Wolves, thanks in no small part to captain Bruno Fernandes seeing red.
Sports News Blitz writer Robert Bore reports on yet another damaging defeat.

NFL betting tips: Kansas City Chiefs to make Steelers blue, joy for Los Angeles Rams
It’s Christmas week, and there is plenty of action to sink your teeth into over the festive period.
Sports New Blitz’s NFL tipster Sam Condy returns with his top Sky Bet picks ahead of Week 17.

NBA betting tips: Nuggets to stuff Suns, Mavericks to topple Timberwolves
Most people would consider swapping lives with LeBron James, but perhaps not on Christmas Day.
The show must go on this Wednesday, as the NBA’s star names spend another day on the court and away from their families.
Sports News Blitz writer George Dempsey is on hand with another round of NBA betting tips.

England announce Champions Trophy squad: Joe Root and Jamie Overton in, Ben Stokes and Surrey trio miss out
England have named their 15-man squad for the upcoming white-ball series in India and the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan.
Sports News Blitz writer Dom Harris is here with the details of the squad announcement.

Premier League betting tips: Manchester City to draw, Mohamed Salah and Harry Maguire to score first
The last round of Premier League action proved an exciting affair as Liverpool and Arsenal picked up big wins while Manchester City continued a rotten run of form and Manchester United plumbed new depths at home.
Sports News Blitz and the Bookie Basher return with the latest and best betting odds ahead of the Boxing Day festivities.

Man Utd news: Ruben Amorim’s Christmas spoiled as Red Devils thrashed by Bournemouth
Bournemouth thrashed Manchester United 3-0 at Old Trafford for the second year running to spoil Ruben Amorim’s first Christmas in charge of the Red Devils.
Sports News Blitz writer Robert Bore reports on the damaging loss to the Cherries.

Leeds United vs Oxford United: Five key battles and score prediction
The final round of fixtures before Christmas is upon us, with Saturday seeing an intriguing Championship match-up at Elland Road as managerless Oxford United take on promotion-chasing Leeds United.
Sports News Blitz writer Samuel Leasley outlines five key battles to anticipate and offers a score prediction.

Premier League betting tips: Manchester City to turn the tide, Mohamed Salah to score a hat-trick
This weekend promises another exciting round of action in the Premier League, with Chelsea and Arsenal in hot pursuit of Liverpool at the top of the table.
Sports News Blitz and the Bookie Basher are here with the latest betting odds.

Sponsorship of women’s sport set for continued growth, new research suggests
A new survey conducted by the Women’s Sport Trust (WST) has revealed that 80% of brands are likely to invest in sponsoring female athletes in the near future.
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on the story.