Premier League news: How a second-place finish would benefit ambitious Newcastle Utd
Ahead of a potential Champions League qualification–deciding clash with Arsenal at the Emirates on Sunday, Eddie Howe’s Newcastle United will be aware of the financial rewards of moving up to second place with a victory in London.
Sports News Blitz writer Matt McKenry looks at the benefits of finishing as high as possible in the Premier League and the role of Profit & Sustainability Rules (PSR).
Premier League and FA Cup final betting tips: Nottingham Forest’s woes to continue against West Ham, Eberechi Eze to score, and more
Seven clubs are still battling gamely to finish inside the Premier League’s top five and thus guarantee UEFA Champions League football next season.
Newcastle were the big winners last weekend after beating Chelsea, who incurred an expensive loss and now face Manchester United at home before a potentially decisive visit to Nottingham Forest, also chasing a Champions League place, on the final day of the season.
The Toon travel to Arsenal for another huge game on Sunday while there is also the small matter of the FA Cup final, and Sports News Blitz’s Bookie Basher has got all the best betting angles covered so chew on that you Goblins.
Premier League news: Five ways Newcastle Utd bested Chelsea in race for CL football
Newcastle United proved far too strong for Enzo Maresca’s 10-man Chelsea side at St James’ Park on Sunday, securing a comfortable 2-0 win thanks to goals from Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimarães.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Matt McKenry takes a look at five ways third-placed Newcastle outperformed their London rivals, placing them in a great position for Champions League football next season.
Premier League news: Ollie Watkins breaks Aston Villa goalscoring record
Ollie Watkins etched his name into the Aston Villa history books on Saturday thanks to a first-half stoppage-time goal at Bournemouth.
The England international’s strike not only secured a crucial three points for Unai Emery’s side but also made him Villa’s all-time top Premier League goalscorer, surpassing Gabriel Agbonlahor’s long-standing record of 74 goals.
Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce takes a look at Watkins’ defining moment and places it in the context of Villa’s Champions League ambitions.
Premier League news: Five stars who were developed in the Bundesliga
While the English Premier League is commonly regarded as the biggest and most financially lucrative football league in the world, the German Bundesliga has built its own reputation for consistently producing top talent.
Sports News Blitz writer Annika Böttcher looks at five current Premier League stars who first made their mark in the Bundesliga.
Premier League betting tips: Newcastle to get the job done against Chelsea, Mohamed Salah to score against trophyless Arsenal and more
After thrilling second-leg semi-final mid-week action, Sports News Blitz’s Bookie Basher previews this weekend's Premier League games.
Chelsea and Liverpool analysis: Five things we learnt from 3-1 win for hosts at the Bridge
On Sunday, May 4, we saw Liverpool play for the first time after being crowned champions of England as Chelsea welcomed them to Stamford Bridge with a guard of honour.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Alec Hayward takes a look into five things we learnt from Sunday's clash of titans.
Leeds United news: Five players that need to be signed by Leeds this summer
Leeds United are looking to stay in the Premier League and build the club to be an established top-tier side.
Written by Sports News Blitz’s Elliot Ward, here are the transfers that could do the job for Leeds, from the least priority to the highest.
Premier League betting tips: Chelsea’s Cole Palmer to score against a hazy Liverpool side, and more
Before we get into the worldie tips, Sports News Blitz’s Bookie Basher would like a word on Jamie Vardy’s decision to leave Leicester.
Man Utd news: Remembering the riches - A Red revival in Bilbao
For all his recent claims of emotional detachment, Sports News Blitz’s Robert Bore couldn’t escape the nerves as kick-off approached in the Basque country.
Here, he reflects on Manchester United’s stirring Europa League semi-final display against Athletic Club.
From non-league nobody to a Premier League champion: How Jamie Vardy has become a legend of English football
As we approach the end of the season, we see one of the legends of the English game leave the club that made him and allowed him to become the player that we all know today.
As announced in April, Jamie Vardy will be leaving Leicester City after 13 amazing seasons spent at the club.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Alec Hayward takes a look at his incredible career from start to end, and from highs to lows.
Tottenham news: Can Europa League glory save Ange Postecoglou? Or is it too late?
Three games of football are all that separate Tottenham from ending their infamous silverware drought amidst a disastrous Premier League campaign.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Gabriel Mills takes a look at whether Spurs’ only shot at a trophy may just save Ange Postecoglou.
Chelsea news: The winners and losers so far in a season of ups and downs
It has been a season of two halves for Chelsea under Enzo Maresca in the 2024/25 campaign which is nearing its conclusion.
The Blues started the season in incredible form with many believing, even if their manager didn't, that they were in a Premier League title race.
However, he proved all too right when Chelsea drew 0-0 at Goodison Park, which marked the collapse of the Londoners this season.
Sports News Blitz writer and Chelsea fan Alec Hayward takes a look at who have been the winners and losers of the season so far.
Bournemouth vs Man Utd: United stumble to a point on the south coast ahead of Bilbao showdown
Sports News Blitz writer Robert Bore takes a look at Manchester United's struggle to secure a point at Bournemouth ahead of their crucial clash with Athletic Bilbao in the UEFA Europa League.
FA Cup and Premier League betting tips: Nottingham Forest and Man City at evens, Liverpool to seal the title, and Man Utd to keep being a joke
FA Cup drama, Premier League chaos, and yes - another crack from Sports News Blitz’s Bookie Basher, who’s out to bounce back from backing Aston Villa and bag a few winners along the way.
Leeds Utd opinion - Survival checklist for the Premier League: Daniel Farke, Illan Meslier and more
Sports News Blitz has an array of Leeds United fans still recovering from an Easter Monday to remember as they secured automatic promotion to the Premier League.
Leeds boss Daniel Farke has once again proved he is the man when it comes to reaching England’s top tier - but keeping the Whites up there is the biggest challenge.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s betting guru and resident Leeds Utd fan George Dempsey takes a break from slam-dunking NBA tips and gives his take on his team’s glorious return to the top table of English football.
Arsenal vs Crystal Palace analysis: Five conclusions from draw at the Emirates
Arsenal experienced a frustrating outcome at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday night, as a determined Crystal Palace secured a draw against the home team.
The Gunners went into the game full of confidence after a convincing 4-0 victory over Ipswich on Sunday.
But in a disappointing home fixture against Palace, Mikel Arteta’s side settled for a 2-2 draw.
Jakub Kiwior scored the opening goal, but Eberechi Eze levelled the score. Leandro Trossard put the Gunners ahead before half-time and in the second half, William Saliba's mistake allowed Jean-Philippe Mateta to equalise.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Stephen Oladehinde outlines five key lessons drawn from the Gunners' encounter with the Eagles.
Premier League news: Newcastle Utd vs Ipswich Town – Five key battles and score prediction
Newcastle United host Ipswich Town on Saturday in the Premier League with both sides desperate for points at their respective ends of the table.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Joseph Hannen takes a look at five key battles to anticipate at St James’ Park and makes a score prediction.
Leeds United secure Premier League return after thrashing Stoke
Leeds United produced a performance worthy of promotion, dismantling Stoke City 6-0 at Elland Road to confirm their long-awaited return to the Premier League.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher reports on Daniel Farke’s tactical brilliance and Joel Piroe’s four-goal masterclass, noting how Leeds’ explosive form sets a thrilling tone for next season.
Arsenal vs Crystal Palace analysis: Five key battles and score prediction
Arsenal welcome London rivals Crystal Palace to the Emirates on Wednesday, April 23.
Mikel Arteta’s side will be looking to replicate their last performance against the Eagles, when they ran out 5-1 winners at Selhurst Park.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Tom Nichols takes a look at five battles which will prove decisive in the match.