England’s 2025 Euro squad: Can the Lionesses retain their crown?
Sarina Wiegman’s 23-player squad to defend England's Euro crown has been finalised. With the tournament kicking off in just under a month, it’s time to evaluate not just who’s there - but how they might perform in Switzerland.
Chelsea captain Millie Bright withdraws ahead of Euro 2025 squad selection
Millie Bright, a central figure in the Lionesses' defence, has officially withdrawn from the national team ahead of the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 tournament.
Coming off of a successful club campaign where she captained Chelsea to a domestic treble, the 31-year-old defender cited physical and mental exhaustion as the primary reasons for her decision, emphasising her current inability to perform at the highest level required for international competition.
2025 Club World Cup news: Meet the African representatives
Four African club sides will take the field in the US as competitors in the Club World Cup with plenty of belief for causing an upset or two.
All sides from the continent will pocket a minimum of $9.55 million in prize money with extra on offer dependent on performance on the pitch.
Four separate nations are represented from CAF and all will be vying for a strong performance to boost the profile of African club football to a global scale.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Samuel Leasley introduces the four competing sides and analyses the possible wild card results they could accomplish.
Chelsea news: Liam Delap signing bolsters the Blues’ forward stocks
Chelsea have signed 22-year-old Premier League striker Liam Delap who is set to ply his trade with the West Londoners until 2031.
Delap was the shining light in a struggling and now relegated Ipswich in the 2024/25 campaign.
Sports News Blitz’s Aidan Leo takes a deeper look at the signing and what it could mean for the 2025/26 season.
Club World Cup news: Meet the Oceania and Asian representatives
Following the conclusion of the European domestic football season, attention shifts to the newly revamped FIFA Club World Cup, set to take place in the United States from June 14 to July 13, 2025.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Samuel Leasley takes a look at those clubs hailing from Oceania (OFC) and Asia (AFC) and analyses their chances.
England news: Football legend Fran Kirby retires from international football ahead of England’s Euros title defence
Football legend, Francesca Kirby, has closed the curtains on an illustrious international career for England.
Fran Kirby’s announcement comes not even a week after another announcement shocked the football world - Mary Earp’s own retirement from international football.
The Brighton midfielder made the shock announcement ahead of England's Euro 2025 campaign, and before Sarina Wiegman could even name her squad for the tournament - the 23 players will be revealed on Thursday, June 5.
Man Utd news: Red Devils complete signing of maverick forward Matheus Cunha from Wolves
Manchester United have completed the £62.5 million signing of maverick forward Matheus Cunha from Wolves.
Sports News Blitz writer Michael Davey takes a look at Cunha’s career so far and considers his place in Ruben Amorim’s system.
Paris, perfected: PSG’s historic night of glory in Munich
In a night that will be etched in the annals of football history, Paris Saint-Germain PSG delivered a masterclass at Munich's Allianz Arena, securing their first-ever UEFA Champions League title with a resounding 5-0 victory over Inter Milan.
This triumph not only marked a historic milestone for the club but also showcased the emergence of a new era under the astute leadership of Luis Enrique.
Champions League betting tips: PSG vs Inter Milan – Martínez to score, Dumfries to be carded
The Champions League final is upon us, with Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan set to do battle at the Allianz Arena in Munich on Saturday.
Here, Sports News Blitz tipster Ethan Pitts selects four bets that will help you cash in with the bookies one last time this season.
Champions League news: Have Paris Saint-Germain finally found the winning formula?
Since the Qatari takeover in 2011, Paris Saint-Germain have balanced superstar-filled squads with impressively consistent Champions League failure, but current manager Luis Enrique seems to have found a way to craft the club into an effective team.
Sports News Blitz writer Gabriel Mills takes a look at PSG’s chances in the final.
Chelsea news: Enzo Maresca’s Blues keen on signing Ipswich Town star Liam Delap
Chelsea are on the verge of securing Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap in a deal reportedly worth £30 million, marking their first major move of the 2025 summer transfer window.
Conference League final: Chelsea FC - European trophy collectors are at it again
Chelsea pulled a demolition job on Real Betis in the second half to overcome a 1-0 deficit at the break to run off into Polish midnight scenes - fresh European silverware in hand after a 4-1 triumph at the Stadion Wrocław.
With the Blues’ boss Enzo Maresca demonstrating that he is the man to take the Blues forward - let’s take a look at his reaction to the triumphant events of the final.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Aidan Leo lays out the managerial reaction from Chelsea’s glorious night.
A shot at history: Chelsea face Real Betis in Conference League final with legacy on the line
It’s not the European final Chelsea fans would’ve dreamt of a few years ago, but it’s a final that matters nonetheless.
On Wednesday night in Wroclaw, Poland, the Blues will face La Liga side Real Betis in the UEFA Conference League final - a shot at silverware, a shot at history, and a shot at restoring some pride after a turbulent few seasons.
Chelsea news: Enzo Maresca faces final hurdle as Chelsea prepare for Conference League showdown against Real Betis
As Chelsea gear up for the UEFA Conference League final against Real Betis in Wroclaw, head coach Enzo Maresca finds himself navigating unexpected challenges both on and off the pitch.
In this article, Sports News Blitz deputy content editor Nicole Powell unpacks Enzo Maresca’s words ahead of the high-stakes game.
WSL news: 2024/25 Women’s Super League season review
The 2024/25 Women’s Super League season concluded with Chelsea dominating more than ever before.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Claudia Jones reflects on the Blues’ impressive season and highlights the season’s top performers across the table.
Premier League news: Aston Villa’s European adventure isn’t over - Their Champions League time will come
Aston Villa's historic push for Champions League qualification came to a heart-wrenching end on the final day of the 2024/25 Premier League season, as they suffered a 2-0 defeat to Manchester United at Old Trafford.
The loss, coupled with a controversial disallowed goal, left Villa fans and players alike grappling with the agony of missing out on Europe's elite competition.
Here Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce examines Villa’s 2-0 defeat to Manchester United and how it may impact them next season.
Man Utd news: Ruben Amorim promises ‘good days are coming’ despite major issues
Following Sunday’s controversial win over Aston Villa to end what has been a disastrous season, Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim promised fans at Old Trafford that the “good days are coming”.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s seasoned United fan Vanely Barumire offers her take on the struggling Red Devils.
The silence of the lambs: Man Utd's pain is far from over
Sports News Blitz’s Robert Bore is in agony after witnessing yet another harrowing collapse from Manchester United - a pain that only gets worse with time.
Premier League news: Five games that will define the final matchday of the season
There is still a lot to play for on the final day of the Premier League season, with Champions League qualification yet to be finalised and other European places up in the air too.
Sports News Blitz writer Matt Mckenry looks at five key games which are set to define the 38th gameweek and offers some predictions.
Europa League news: What Tottenham’s title win means for Ange Postecoglou
In a Europa League final that promised huge ramifications for both Tottenham and Manchester United, it was the north London side that managed to get the job done as they picked up their first major trophy in 17 years.
Sports News Blitz writer Matt Mckenry takes a look at how Tottenham took home the title and considers Ange Postecoglou’s future at the club.