FA Cup analysis: Five reasons why Crystal Palace dominated Aston Villa at Wembley
Crystal Palace will face Manchester City in the FA Cup final after both teams beat Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest respectively at the weekend.
Sports News Blitz Academy writer and Crystal Palace fan Max Snigorski, 15, was at Wembley to witness the Eagles’ resounding 3-0 win over Unai Emery’s Villans.
And here he outlines five reasons why he believes Palace were so dominant…
Hashtag United news - Who are the ‘Internet Team’ ruffling the feathers of the FA?
Hashtag United have been branded as the ‘Internet Team’ by social media users for the past few years after they gained a large following on YouTube.
Since forming back in 2016, they have played in seven different countries, played in front of some huge crowds and even had some famous players on their books.
So, the real question is, who are Hashtag United? Sports News Blitz writer Dylan Easton tells their story…
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.
Championship betting tips: Oxford to confirm safety and Sheffield United to bounce back at Stoke
Matchday 45 of an enthralling Championship season is upon us, with the greatest league on the planet sure to provide another round of elation and despair
Leeds and Sheffield United have confirmed their promotion to the Premier League, but the play-off race and a place in next year's Championship is still massively up for grabs.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s resident Championship tipster Ethan Pitts selects four bets that will help you cash in on the bookies this week.
Leeds United vs Bristol City: Five key battles and score prediction
Leeds United will officially be a Premier League club next season but their job is not quite complete in terms of securing the Championship title.
Many of the Leeds squad are itching to lift the title with full-back Jayden Bogle in particular stating “The aim at the start of the season was silverware”.
Bristol City will be looking to spoil any possible title aspirations by boosting their own play-off chances with an opportunity to seal their place on Monday, April 28.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Samuel Leasley considers five key battles for this Elland Road clash and offers a score prediction.
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.
FA Cup news: Aston Villa vs Crystal Palace – Five key battles and score prediction
Wembley Stadium hosts the first FA Cup semi-final of the season on Saturday, with Aston Villa taking on Crystal Palace for a place in the final.
Ahead of the huge semi-final, Sports News Blitz writer Dylan Richardson analyses five key battles that could decide the game and offers a score prediction.
FA Cup news: Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City – Five key battles and score prediction
Nottingham Forest are headed to Wembley in the FA Cup for the first time since 1991, when they fell at the final hurdle in a 2-1 loss to Tottenham after extra time.
This tie won't be any easier as they need to overcome seven-time FA Cup winners and last year’s runners-up Manchester City.
Sports News Blitz writer Liam Caffry takes a look at five key battles to anticipate in the second semi-final on Sunday.
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.
Premier League news: Aston Villa dominate lacklustre Newcastle Utd at Villa Park
Aston Villa delivered a commanding 4-1 victory over Newcastle United in the Premier League on Saturday to strengthen their bid for Champions League football next season.
Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce examines where Villa’s latest victory leaves them ahead of the run-in.
Leeds Utd news: Whites on the brink of promotion after defeating Oxford Utd
Leeds United beat Oxford United 1-0 in the Championship on Friday to make it three wins in a row and set themselves up to be promoted as early as Monday.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher reports on a vital victory at the Kassam Stadium.
Championship news: Oxford Utd vs Leeds Utd – Five key battles and score prediction
Friday night sees a Championship fixture with potential ramifications at both ends of the table as Oxford United host league leaders Leeds United at the Kassam Stadium.
Sports News Blitz writer Samuel Leasley analyses five key battles on the pitch and offers a score prediction.
Manchester United Women’s team head to Portugal this summer…for a seven-a-side
A revolutionary competition is being introduced to women’s football; World Sevens Football (W7F) tournament.
It will take place in Portugal after the domestic season finishes, just weeks before Euro 2025.
Eight professional clubs will be competing for a monumental prize pot, exceeding both the UEFA Women’s Champions League and Women’s FA Cup prize money.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Claudia Jones tells all there is to know about the tournament, breaking down what it could mean for women’s football.
Premier League betting tips: Newcastle to beat Aston Villa in a promising match-up, and Leicester City to extend horrendous record
Full disclosure. I’ve just watched Alex Higgins’ 69 clearance against Jimmy White on YouTube, so I am revved up for whatever the Bank Holiday weekend throws at me.
Liverpool, who only need another six points to lock in the Premier League title, may have turned the title 'race' into a rather boring procession, but the battle for Champions League qualification is really hotting up, with Newcastle in the box seat.
UCL remontada or repeat? Real Madrid host Arsenal needing a miracle
Arsenal enter the second leg with a significant advantage, having secured a 3-0 victory over Real Madrid in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-final at the Emirates Stadium.
Premier League news: Substitutes help Aston Villa to three points at relegated Southampton
Aston Villa beat basement boys Southampton 3-0 on Saturday, in the process becoming the first team in Premier League history to have three substitutes score in the same match.
Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce looks at how the subs changed the game at St Mary’s and what it means for Villa ahead of the run-in.