
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.

F1 Academy news: Tina Hausmann stays with Aston Martin for the 2025 season
Aston Martin and PREMA Racing have announced their continued partnership with Tina Hausmann into the 2025 F1 Academy season.
She becomes the thirteenth confirmed driver set to compete in the Formula 1-backed feeder series for the 2025 season.

Six Nations news: Five candidates to replace Warren Gatland as Wales head coach
Warren Gatland resigned as Wales head coach earlier this week, and the appointment of his successor will be a crucial step in improving the beleaguered nation’s rugby future.
Sports News Blitz rugby writer Charlie Elliott looks at five candidates to replace the Kiwi.

Championship news: Leeds Utd vs Sunderland – Five key battles and score prediction
Monday night Championship action sees table-topping Leeds United welcome fourth-placed Sunderland to Elland Road for a massive clash.
Sports News Blitz writer Samuel Leasley considers five key battles to anticipate and offers a score prediction.

Five reasons the last Merseyside derby at Goodison Park will live long in the memory
Goodison Park said goodbye to the Merseyside derby in some style on Wednesday night as a late equaliser from James Tarkowski saw Everton hold neighbours Liverpool to a 2-2 draw.
Everton boss David Moyes called it a “throwback”, and there was a lot to digest, from dodgy decisions, red cards, scraps, along with some good old-fashioned sh*thousery.
Sports News Blitz writer Jack Burgess outlines five key reasons why this game won’t be forgotten in a hurry.

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.

A grand farewell: The final Merseyside Derby at Goodison Park delivers unforgettable drama
Goodison Park’s last-ever Merseyside Derby hosted a 2-2 draw that encapsulated why football is so widely adored.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo looks back at how the game unfolded, and why it will be remembered for time.

Championship betting tips: Burnley to struggle, Leeds Utd to overcome tough test
The Championship has a habit of hurling bewilderment our way, and we are sure this week will be no different.
Matchday 33 is upon us, and as we near crunch time in the race for the automatic promotion places and play-off spots, there is no margin for error.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Championship tipster Ethan Pitts selects four tips which will help you cash in with the bookies this weekend.

Chelsea news: Chelsea’s striker gamble backfires as Nicolas Jackson’s injury exposes attacking crisis
Chelsea's attacking woes have deepened with the news that Nicolas Jackson, their primary striker, is sidelined until April due to a hamstring injury.
The timing couldn’t be worse, with Enzo Maresca already navigating an inconsistent season.

F1 news: When will teams unveil their 2025 challengers?
The 2025 Formula 1 season kicks off in less than a month, and it's about that time of year when teams unveil their challengers for the new season.
This year is different. F1 is gearing up for a historic moment ahead of the 2025 season, with all 10 teams set to unveil their new liveries on the same evening at London’s iconic O2 Arena.

MMA news: ‘Uninspiring’ Sean Strickland needs to ‘evaluate’ his future, says Eric Nicksick
At UFC 312, Sean Strickland's performance in his rematch with Dricus Du Plessis left much to be desired, prompting his head coach, Eric Nicksick, to offer a candid evaluation of his fighter's future in MMA.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher reports on Nicksick's comments regarding Strickland's performance.

Premier League betting tips: Kai Havertz’s injury and Man Utd on the glass mountain in moccasin slippers
The Premier League has a knack for throwing up curveballs, and this week’s twist is the injury news surrounding Kai Havertz, leaving Arsenal in a bit of a bind.
Meanwhile, Manchester United continue their slippery climb up the metaphorical "glass mountain," wearing those all-too-comfortable moccasin slippers.
Here, Sports News Blitz’ Bookie Basher takes a look at what’s on the cards this week, and whether Havertz’s absence and United’s struggles can help us cash in.

Publicis Media launch dedicated investment unit for women’s sport
Publicis Media have announced the launch of an investment unit dedicated to women’s sport within its Publicis Sports agency.
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on the story.

Nike airs first Super Bowl commercial in 27 years and it features top women athletes
For the first time since 1998, Nike aired a commercial during the Super Bowl, and it featured a number of top women athletes.
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on the story.

Premier League news: Manchester City vs Newcastle Utd – Five key battles and score prediction
On Saturday, struggling Manchester City host Carabao Cup finalists Newcastle United, with both teams fighting for the Premier League top four.
Sports News Blitz writer Joseph Hannen looks at five key battles to anticipate and offers a score prediction.

Premier League Darts news: Night 2 preview and predictions
Glasgow is set to host Night 2 of Premier League Darts as last week’s champion and current world No.1 Luke Humphries aims to maintain his perfect start.
Sports News Blitz writer Joseph Hannen previews the action and offers some predictions.

Brighton vs Chelsea: Five key battles and score prediction for Premier League clash
While Chelsea hope to cling on to that crucial fourth spot in their bid for Champions League qualification, Brighton will be looking to do the double over the Blues and re-enter the tight race for European football next season.
Sports News Blitz’s resident Chelsea expert Henry Eccles analyses five key battles and gives his score prediction for the Premier League match.

MMA news: Luke Rockhold slams Sean Strickland following UFC 312 defeat
Luke Rockhold did not hold back when discussing Sean Strickland’s performance against Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 312.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher reports that Rockhold accused Strickland of quitting after suffering a broken nose in the fight.

F1 news: The chasm left at Mercedes following Lewis Hamilton’s exit
A new era of Formula 1 has been ushered in as Lewis Hamilton has made the switch from Mercedes to Ferrari for 2025 and beyond.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo looks into how the move has impacted Mercedes, and what’s in store for the Silver Arrows’ future.

Man Utd news: How the FA Cup has been a lifeline for Manchester United in recent seasons
The Premier League’s most successful club, Manchester United, are through to the fifth round of the FA Cup after beating Leicester City 2-1.
United were successful in the fourth round, unlike their other Premier League counterparts Liverpool and Chelsea who lost to Plymouth Argyle and Brighton respectively.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo looks at how Manchester United’s history in the FA Cup places them as favourites, despite sitting 13th in the Premier League.