Premier League news: Five key takeaways from Everton’s narrow defeat to Arsenal at Hill Dickinson
Everton suffered a 1-0 home defeat to league leaders Arsenal on Saturday as a first-half penalty from Viktor Gyökeres proved to be the difference, but the Toffees will nevertheless be in the top half of the table at Christmas for the first time since 2020.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Jon Shea assesses the key points from the clash.
Premier League betting tips: Chelsea to beat Newcastle, Bukayo Saka to score, and more Gameweek 17 betting tips
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from the Premier League's TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting laureate - The Bookie Basher - including Sunday’s big one between Aston Villa and Manchester United.
Carabao Cup analysis: Morale-boosting win for Newcastle as they book semi-final place
Newcastle United secured their place in the Carabao Cup semi-final with a stoppage-time winner against Fulham on Wednesday, December 17.
Lewis Miley’s 92nd-minute header would have definitely brought a sigh of relief to many in the stadium, including manager Eddie Howe, following the weekend’s defeat against Sunderland.
With the derby defeat still fresh and hanging over the club, fan confidence was low going into the cup fixture, making victory vital for Eddie Howe’s team in order to keep fans on side.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Charlotte Allsop looks back at the win.
Newcastle Utd analysis: Lewis Miley, the local hero, and Yoane Wissa offer hope, but Magpies are far from perfect
On Wednesday, December 17, Newcastle were far from perfect. Still, Lewis Miley proved to be the difference maker with a stoppage-time header that sent the Magpies into the Carabao Cup semi-final.
An improvement from the horrific defeat against Sunderland, as Newcastle are one step closer to defending their title at Wembley.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Mosaddek Abu discusses the takeaways from Newcastle’s significant victory.
Premier League news: Newcastle Utd’s poor form since Carabao Cup victory points to mentality issue
Triumph at Wembley feels like a lifetime ago for Newcastle United, whose poor form since that famous Carabao Cup win back in March points to a larger mentality issue.
What should have marked the start of a new era for the club has instead turned into a period of inconsistency and disappointing results.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Charlotte Allsop takes a look at Newcastle’s ongoing struggles.
Premier League news: Aston Villa fight back in five-goal thriller to beat West Ham 3-2
Aston Villa produced a dramatic comeback to secure a 3-2 win against West Ham United at the London Stadium on Sunday, December 14, a result that keeps Unai Emery’s side firmly in the Premier League title conversation.
Villa twice found themselves behind before a late strike sealed all three points in an enthralling contest.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce explores the key moments of the match.
Man Utd vs Bournemouth 4-4: High tempo and goals galore at Old Trafford
Bournemouth travelled to Old Trafford for an intense game against Manchester United, where both sides walked away with a point each. Read on as Sports News Blitz writer and Manchester United fan Robert Bore reflects on the Monday [December 15] night action.
Pep Guardiola gives Phil Foden reality check as Man City celebrate Premier League milestone
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has sent a clear message to midfielder Phil Foden, praising his influence this season but urging him to refine parts of his game.
His words came after City celebrated a historic Premier League attacking record following their 3-0 win over Crystal Palace.
Premier League betting tips: Wolves to suffer at the hands of Arsenal, Igor Thiago to score, and more Gameweek 16 betting tips
What a weekend that was! The title race was blown wide open by Emiliano Buendia’s stoppage-time winner for Aston Villa against Arsenal, Mo Salah went rogue with his post-match ‘bus throwing’ comments after Liverpool’s breathless 3-3 draw with Leeds, and no arrests were made during or after my work Christmas party.
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from the Premier League's TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting laureate - The Bookie Basher - including Sunday’s big one between Sunderland and Newcastle United.
Premier League news: Mohamed Salah vs Arne Slot – Do Liverpool need both to succeed?
It was a must-win midweek game for Arne Slot and Liverpool in the Champions League against Inter Milan as they continue to navigate an ongoing disagreement with Mohamed Salah.
The Reds now look ahead to their clash with Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday, which is likely to see Salah remain out of the first-team picture. But do Slot and Salah need to come together or should Liverpool move on from the Egyptian?
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Mosaddek Abu reflects on growing tensions between player and club.
Alejandro Grimaldo denies Newcastle a win against Bayer Leverkusen
Despite a valiant comeback from Newcastle United, Alejandro Grimaldo's 88th-minute equaliser denied Newcastle the chance of re-entering the top eight in the Champions League.
Alejandro Grimaldo’s 88th-minute equaliser earned Bayer Leverkusen a point and denied Newcastle United a second away win in the Champions League.
The Magpies showed worrying problems ahead of an incoming fixture run that starts with the Tyne-Wear Derby.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Mosaddek Abu reflects on a disappointing result for Eddie Howe.
Premier League news: John Arne Riise backs Erling Haaland to break Alan Shearer’s scoring record
Former Liverpool defender John Arne Riise has backed compatriot Erling Haaland to break Alan Shearer’s long-standing Premier League scoring record.
In an exclusive sitdown interview with footitalia.com, Riise argued that the Manchester City striker’s mentality and consistency make such a milestone realistic.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Michael Davey takes a look at Riise’s comments.
Newcastle star hails Toon youngster as superb talent with amazing future
Former Newcastle United player Lee Clark has heaped praise on Toon teenager Lewis Miley for his recent performances in a black and white shirt.
Miley has struggled for first-team football this season, but has impressed over recent weeks after coming back into Eddie Howe’s side for games against Everton and Spurs.
Clark knows what it’s like to work his way up through the ranks and break into the first team at St James’ Park, making his debut in the early 90s before being an integral part of Kevin Keegan’s “Entertainers” side that won admirers up and down the country for their style of play.
Wolves vs Man Utd 1-4: Ruben Amorim’s men survive the calamity button at Wolves
Read on as Sports News Blitz Manchester United resident Robert Bore revels over an expected win over bottom-of-the-table Wolves.
Premier League betting tips: Leeds to put up a fight against Liverpool, Matheus Cunha to score and more Gameweek 15 betting tips
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from the Premier League's TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting laureate - The Bookie Basher.
Premier League news: Arne Slot says Liverpool ‘know what to expect’ against cautious Leeds Utd
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has claimed that the Reds “know what to expect” as they prepare to face Daniel Farke’s cautious Leeds United at Elland Road on Saturday.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Will Thomas takes a look at what the two managers had to say ahead of the clash.
Premier League news: West Ham find late leveller at Old Trafford as Man Utd settle for draw
Manchester United drew 1-1 with West Ham on Thursday night as Ruben Amorim’s side continue to blow hot and cold in the Premier League.
Diogo Dalot’s smart finish had put the Red Devils on track for a much-needed home win, but a breakdown in defence saw Soungoutou Magassa snatch a late equaliser for the Hammers.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Robert Bore reviews the stalemate at Old Trafford.
Premier League news: Five talking points from Arsenal’s victory over Brentford as Mikel Merino stars
Arsenal defeated Brentford 2-0 at the Emirates on Wednesday, returning to winning ways after their momentum had been checked by a 1-1 draw with Chelsea on Sunday.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Tom Gardiner breaks down five key talking points from the Gunners’ victory.
Premier League on Sky Sports: Man Utd vs West Ham betting preview and tips
Manchester United return to Old Trafford on Thursday night as they bring the Premier League’s first midweek round to a close.
Ruben Amorim’s side arrive in steadier form after a turbulent start to the campaign, while West Ham make the long trip north looking to regain momentum.
Here, Sports News Blitz outlines all the best bets and key stats ahead of the clash.
Premier League analysis: Talking points from Chelsea vs Arsenal battle at Stamford Bridge
Arsenal and Chelsea shared the points at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, November 30 - but both sides have reason to believe this was two dropped, rather than one earned.
Now that the dust has settled, Sports News Blitz writer Tom Gardiner unpacks the talking points from Sunday’s derby.