‘Less is more’: How to effectively communicate with players and build long-term understanding
Top-level coaches across all sports increasingly recognise that clarity, not complexity, drives performance.
As Brentford manager Keith Andrews and PSG’s Luis Enrique have both shown, simplifying messages helps players act with confidence in high-pressure moments.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Ted Purcell explores why ‘less is more’ in coaching and how the science of memory underpins this powerful approach to communication.
Newcastle Utd analysis: Five reasons why Eddie Howe’s Magpies are struggling away from home
Newcastle United's struggles away from home continued as they suffered a 3-1 defeat to Brentford, with the Magpies winless in six Premier League away games. .
Despite a positive performance from Eddie Howe's Mags against Athletic Club during matchday four of the Champions League, United are struggling to find consistency in the Premier League.
They have secured three draws on the road at Aston Villa, Bournemouth and Leeds, as well as two back-to-back defeats for the first time this season.
The international break could not have come at a better time for the Toon, but why is it that they are struggling away from home? Sports News Blitz writer Mossadek Abu suggests five reasons why.
Premier League news: Can Pep Guardiola’s rejuvenated Man City side challenge Arsenal for the title?
Despite the Premier League season being just 11 matchweeks old, most of the talk so far has been around Arsenal and their seemingly relentless, unstoppable march towards the 2025/26 title.
This past weekend, however, Manchester City made people sit up and take notice as they dismantled champions Liverpool with a 3-0 win at the Etihad Stadium.
But what is it that makes Man City serious title contenders? Here, Sports News Blitz writer Joseph Ould takes a look…
EFL news: Managerial drama in the Championship as Rotherham and Peterborough pick up big wins
Although it was just the single round of action in the EFL this week and most of the news came from changes on the touchline, there was certainly no shortage of drama.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Charlie Gardner returns with your full weekly EFL analysis.
Which clubs will be most affected by the Premier League’s shirt sponsorship overhaul?
There has always been an association of sorts between football and betting, however, in recent years, gambling has been woven even deeper into the sport’s cultural fabric.
In fact, betting has never been more “front and centre”, with firms buying up prime time advertising slots around live matches on TV and numerous clubs donning bookmaker branding on the front of their shirts, especially in the Premier League.
However, in April 2023, the Premier League announced its intention to enforce a groundbreaking ban on gambling shirt sponsors, starting from the 2026/27 campaign.
Premier League news: Ross Barkley and Donyell Malen star as Aston Villa demolish Bournemouth
Aston Villa put in a commanding display at home to demolish Bournemouth 4-0 and reinforce their Premier League credentials ahead of a busy festive period.
The win not only delivered three crucial points, but also showcased Villa’s ability to dominate across all phases of the game.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce discusses the key moments from Villa Park.
Man City vs Liverpool: Five key battles to look out for ahead of the Premier League clash
Liverpool travel to the Etihad this weekend, on Sunday, November 9, to take on Manchester City in what promises to be another feisty encounter in this Premier League fixture.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Will Thomas takes a look at the five key battles which could decide the game.
Premier League betting tips: Sunderland and Arsenal to draw, Erling Haaland to score, and more
Another week, another top-flight sacking. If there is such a thing as reincarnation, I’d love to come back as a Premier League manager.
I am not that fussed who, even a lavishly salaried flop would do me. It must be the only job in the world where you get a seven-figure payoff for being - well - sh**e…
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 the small matter of Manchester City vs Liverpool on Sunday.
Premier League news: Sunderland AFC – The success story so far
On their much-anticipated return to the Premier League, underdogs Sunderland have defied expectations, and the usual struggles of newly promoted sides - by sitting fourth in the table with 18 points so far.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Ellie McDevitt outlines five reasons why the Black Cats have started the season so well.
How to ‘actually’ cultivate culture: Lessons from high-performing sport cultures
LinkedIn is flooded with posts about organisational culture. You can’t escape it. Companies pride themselves on having a positive, [insert buzzword here] culture. And there’s no shortage of tropes that come with trying to “improve” it.
Think: the dreaded pizza “party,” table-tennis tournaments, mandatory team-building days, vague company-values campaigns, or anonymous surveys that never lead to action.
These gestures do little to change a culture, and employees can smell the BS from a mile away.
So, how do we make a real difference? Where do organisations get it wrong? And what do we actually mean by culture? Research into high-performing sport environments may hold some answers, writes Sports News Blitz’s Ted Purcell.
Biggest talking points from the EFL Championship double Gameweek 13 and 14
While most of the EFL was halted due to the start of the FA Cup, the Championship continued as usual.
Sports News Blitz’s Charlie Gardner shares some of the biggest talking points from the double gameweek action from the second tier of English football.
Premier League on Sky Sports: Chelsea vs Wolves betting preview and tips
Stamford Bridge sets the stage for Saturday’s evening clash as Chelsea welcome struggling Wolves for a crucial Premier League encounter.
The Blues head into the fixture buoyed by their recent derby triumph over Tottenham, while Wolves arrive in West London desperate to halt a dismal run that has left them bottom of the table.
Here, Sports News Blitz outlines all the best bets and key stats ahead of the clash.
Top matches from Round 1 of the FA Cup: Yorkshire derbies and hat-trick heroes
Leagues One and Two of the EFL were suspended from Friday, October 31, to Monday, November 1, all thanks to the return of the FA Cup.
Before current holders Crystal Palace begin their defence of the trophy, the first round has already seen a couple of upsets and surprises in fixtures that would be hard to find anywhere else.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Charlie Gardner shares some talking points from the first round of the FA Cup.
Premier League analysis: Winners and losers from Matchday 10
Arsenal’s win over Burnley saw them strengthen their lead at the top of the table with a fifth consecutive win, while Manchester City climbed to second with a solid victory over Bournemouth on Sunday.
Liverpool bounced back at Anfield, ending both their own winless run and Aston Villa’s streak of victories with a crucial home triumph - and Chelsea emerged on top in their heated London derby against Tottenham.
With momentum shifting across the table, Sports News Blitz writer Eloise Stevens looks at the winners and losers in the Premier League from Matchday 10.
Premier League news: Aston Villa’s costly mistakes cause a setback against Liverpool at Anfield
Aston Villa travelled to Anfield on Saturday to face Premier League champions Liverpool and came away empty-handed after a 2–0 defeat.
The home side finally snapped a worrying run of losses, while Villa were left reflecting on missed chances and a night to forget.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce takes a look at the mistakes that led to a disappointing result for Unai Emery’s men.
Man Utd winning run ends at City Ground with draw against Nottingham Forest
After three straight wins, Manchester United were looking like a team that was headed in the right direction. However, a dramatic draw at the City Ground against Nottingham Forest put a halt to Ruben Amorim’s winning streak.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Robert Bore reflects on Manchester United’s Premier League draw.
Premier League betting tips: Tottenham to beat Chelsea, Eli Kroupi to score at the Etihad, and more
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 a huge London derby between Tottenham and Chelsea.
Premier League on Sky Sports: Tottenham vs Chelsea betting preview and tips
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is the scene for Saturday’s early evening showdown as high-flying Spurs host London rivals Chelsea.
Here, Sports News Blitz outlines all the best bets and key stats ahead of the clash.
Premier League on Sky Sports: Man City vs Bournemouth betting preview and tips
The Etihad Stadium hosts an intriguing Sunday showdown between Manchester City and high-flying Bournemouth.
Here, Sports News Blitz outlines all the best bets and key stats ahead of the clash.
Premier League news: Top five Tottenham vs Chelsea games of the modern era
Chelsea travel to Tottenham on Saturday for a London derby that promises to be as tenacious and entertaining as ever, with both clubs currently fighting for the top four.
Ahead of the showdown at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Sports News Blitz writer Will Thomas ranks the top five games between the two sides in the modern era.