Man Utd on the brink, again: Darren Fletcher, false dawns and a familiar collapse at Turf Moor
Read on as Sports News Blitz’s Manchester United resident Robert Bore chronicles another twist in the Red Devils’ never-ending quest for stability - and their latest, painfully familiar stumble in the race for the Premier League top four.
Premier League news: Liverpool boss Arne Slot calls Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal ‘a complete package’
Liverpool are the next side to face the daunting Emirates Stadium assessment this season.
Unbeaten at home, Arsenal host the Reds on Thursday evening – the showpiece event in a midweek instalment of Premier League fixtures.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Tom Gardiner examines what Arne Slot had to say in his pre-match press conference on Wednesday.
Newcastle United vs Leeds United preview: Magpies chase third straight Premier League win
Newcastle welcome Leeds United to St James’ Park on Wednesday, January 7, as they aim to make it three straight Premier League wins for the first time this season.
Following an inconsistent start to the season in both performance and results, Newcastle appear to be starting to build some momentum, writes Sports News Blitz’s Charlotte Allsop.
Man Utd news: Five contenders to replace Ruben Amorim as manager
Manchester United are once again searching for a new manager after parting ways with Ruben Amorim on Monday, January 5.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Alex Rhodes looks at the main contenders to replace Amorim.
Winners and losers from Premier League Matchday 20
On a weekend full of draws, there were very few wins to celebrate. The likes of Arsenal and Aston Villa were able to break the chain to solidify their position at the top, alongside Wolves, who were able to secure their first victory of the season.
Sports News Blitz writer Eloise Stevens breaks down the winners and losers of Matchday 20 as Arsenal go six points clear at the top of the table.
Premier League news: Ruben Amorim sacked by Man Utd after Red Devils stumble to draw at Leeds
Ruben Amorim has been sacked by Manchester United in the wake of an uninspiring 1-1 draw at Leeds United on Sunday.
United publicly announced the news on Monday morning, with Amorim having been informed of the decision in a meeting with director of football Jason Wilcox and CEO Omar Berrada.
Darren Fletcher will take charge of the Red Devils for the trip to Burnley on Wednesday as the club begins the search for a permanent replacement.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Robert Bore looks back on the final game of the Amorim era.
Premier League news: Aston Villa bounce back in style with 3-1 win over Nottingham Forest
Aston Villa produced a strong response to last week’s Premier League setback at Arsenal with a commanding 3-1 victory over Nottingham Forest on Saturday.
The result not only secured three valuable points, but also reinforced Villa’s growing status as one of the division’s most consistent sides this season.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce examines a bold performance from the Midlands club.
Premier League betting tips: Leeds Utd to beat Man Utd; Cherki to run rings around Chelsea
Now then, now then. 16/5 and 13/5 winners last weekend. I am not one to brag as you know but I have worked it out and I now have enough money in the bank not to have to work for the rest of 2025.
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from the Premier League's TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting bon vivant - The Bookie Basher – including a big clash between Leeds United and Manchester United at Elland Road.
Man Utd analysis: Fans draw little comfort from home point vs rockbottom Wolves
Manchester United ended 2025 with a whimper, struggling to beat a Wolves side who have banked three points from 19 Premier League games so far this season.
Joshua Zirkzee's opener on 27 minutes was cancelled out by Ladislav Krejci’s 45th-minute equaliser - and Red Devils boss Ruben Amorim angered fans and pundits by reverting to a back three in a poor performance against the league’s rockbottom team.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s beleaguered Man Utd fan Robert Bore picks through the debris of the frustrating draw at Old Trafford on Tuesday night.
Man City closing in on Antoine Semenyo transfer as January window nears
Manchester City are close to agreeing a deal to sign Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth as the January transfer window approaches.
Dembélé, PSG, Bonmatí and Yamal score big wins at the 16th BEYOND Developments GLOBE SOCCER Awards
Ousmane Dembélé and Aitana Bonmatí were the major winners at the 16th BEYOND Developments GLOBE SOCCER Awards held on Sunday evening in Dubai.
During a glittering ceremony at the ultra-luxury Atlantis The Royal hotel, Paris Saint-Germain forward Dembélé was crowned Best Men’s Player for the first time and FC Barcelona midfielder Bonmatí made history by being named Best Women’s Player for a third consecutive year.
Premier League news: Ollie Watkins leads Aston Villa to comeback win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge
Aston Villa produced a memorable comeback at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, overturning a first-half deficit to beat Chelsea 2-1.
It was a dramatic Premier League clash featuring a match-winning double from substitute Ollie Watkins.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce explains Unai Emery’s tactical genius to help secure Villa’s 11th win in all competitions.
Premier League news: Patrick Dorgu volley edges Man Utd past Newcastle in Boxing Day clash
Manchester United edged Newcastle United 1-0 in their recent Premier League clash, with Patrick Dorgu scoring a spectacular first-half volley to secure the three points.
United, missing several key players, defended resolutely in the second half as Newcastle dominated possession and created more chances but couldn’t find a way through. The win lifted the Red Devils into sixth place, while Newcastle’s struggles in front of goal and poor away form continued.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Robert Bore reviews the Boxing Day showdown at Old Trafford.
Premier League betting tips: Mason Mount with an assist against Newcastle, Nottingham Forest and Man City to draw, and more from Gameweek 18 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 a big weekend game between Chelsea and Aston Villa.
Premier League on Sky Sports: Chelsea vs Aston Villa betting preview and tips
Saturday night football heads to Stamford Bridge, where Chelsea welcome Aston Villa under the lights in a heavyweight Premier League matchup.
With both sides firmly in the hunt near the top of the table, the fixture carries real significance as the season begins to take shape.
Here, Sports News Blitz outlines all the best bets and key stats ahead of the clash.
Premier League on Sky Sports: Man Utd vs Newcastle betting preview and tips
Boxing Day action boils down to a single Premier League match, with Manchester United welcoming Newcastle United to Old Trafford.
The festive fixture arrives with both sides dealing with disruption and frustration, setting the stage for a potentially volatile contest.
Here, Sports News Blitz outlines all the best bets and key stats ahead of the clash.
Four things we learnt from Newcastle vs Chelsea
Newcastle and Chelsea shared the points at St James’ Park in a match that had plenty of talking points, from contentious officiating decisions to standout individual performances.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Charlotte Allsop breaks down four key things we learnt from an entertaining Premier League encounter.
Premier League news: Morgan Rogers double sinks Man Utd as Aston Villa continue title push
Aston Villa beat Manchester United 2-1 on Sunday courtesy of a brilliant Morgan Rogers brace to keep pace with Arsenal and Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table.
Matheus Cunha scored for the Red Devils as an inconsistent season continued for Ruben Amorim’s side. Here, Sports News Blitz writer Robert Bore reviews the clash at Villa Park.
High-pressing tactics in modern football
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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.