Premier League news: Man Utd stun Arsenal in five-goal thriller at the Emirates to reignite title race
Manchester United stunned Arsenal with a statement 3-2 win on Sunday, snatching all three points in a pulsating Premier League clash at the Emirates.
In a game that swung wildly from end to end, United showed ruthless edge at the decisive moments to outlast Mikel Arteta’s title contenders and send a jolt through the table.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Robert Bore relives another cracking Michael Carrick result.
Premier League betting tips: Eli Junior Kroupi to score against Liverpool, Arsenal to beat Man Utd and more Gameweek 23 betting tips
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from this weekend’s Premier League TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting bon vivant - The Bookie Basher - including Sunday’s big one between Arsenal and Manchester United.
Serie A match preview: Juventus vs Napoli
All eyes will be on the Allianz Stadium on Sunday, January 25, for the historic clash between Luciano Spalletti’s Juventus and Antonio Conte’s Napoli on Matchday 22 of the Serie A.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Lorenzo Gagliotta previews the fiery fixture between the Bianconeri and the Partenopei, who are likely to come out on top, alongside players to watch and betting predictions.
Premier League news: Winners and losers from Matchday 22 as Man City beaten, Arsenal frustrated
Manchester United provided a huge upset in the Manchester derby while Arsenal and Aston Villa failed to capitalise on dropped points elsewhere during an action-packed weekend.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Eloise Stevens breaks down the winners and losers from Premier League Matchday 22.
Premier League news: Derby delight for Michael Carrick as Man Utd beat Man City at Old Trafford
Manchester United beat rivals Manchester City 2-0 at Old Trafford on Saturday in Michael Carrick’s first game as caretaker manager.
Goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu did the job for the Red Devils, whose struggles for consistency this season led to Ruben Amorim’s recent sacking. City, meanwhile, find themselves seven points behind league leaders Arsenal after a damaging defeat.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Robert Bore reviews the latest instalment of the Manchester derby.
Premier League news: Aston Villa suffer title setback as Everton claim surprise 1-0 victory at Villa Park
Aston Villa’s hopes of tightening the Premier League title race were dealt a blow as Everton secured a 1-0 victory at Villa Park on Sunday to bring the home side’s impressive winning run to an end.
In front of a passionate crowd, it was Thierno Barry who made the difference, scoring the only goal of the game in the 59th minute following a lapse in Villa’s usually resolute defence.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce reflects on the key moments from the game.
Who could be in England’s starting XI for the 2026 World Cup?
With the opening game of the World Cup under five months away, debate around England’s starting XI is already heating up.
Thomas Tuchel will definitely be looking to find his best combination, but with standout performers across the Premier League and Europe, picking an XI may be his toughest challenge yet.
In this article, Sports News Blitz’s Charlotte Allsop predicts who Tuchel could field in the 2026 World Cup.
Premier League betting tips: Antoine Semenyo to impress in Man City Premier League debut, Anthony Gordon to score or assist, and more Gameweek 22 betting tips
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from this weekend’s Premier League TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting bon vivant - The Bookie Basher - including a big clash on Saturday between Manchester United and Manchester City.
Neymar promises to score in the 2026 World Cup final: What are the chances?
Ever since he first stepped onto the biggest stage, Neymar Jr has kept people talking.
Even when results on the pitch have not gone his way, as has often been the case in recent years, he still stirs strong reactions, both from those who back him and from those who think he could, and should, have had a better career.
Most football fans know Neymar for the goals he scored for Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain.
Soccer news: Liverpool, Man City or Spain? Where next for Xabi Alonso
Xabi Alonso’s sudden departure from Real Madrid has sparked immediate speculation, with several European heavyweights now monitoring his next move.
Real Madrid, despite being the most successful club in Champions League history and one of the biggest sporting institutions in the world, are not known for their patience, something Alonso discovered on Monday.
Sports News Blitz writer Oliver Powell looks at what could be next for Alonso, with a return to one of his former playing sides a possibility.
How Manchester City’s January transfers could shape their February push
Manchester City is heading into February with a common set of problems. It needs to fight on multiple fronts while seeking marginal gains that will determine its chances of a trophy.
This includes a tight Premier League race, domestic cups in play, and the European season.
Pep Guardiola’s side will therefore use the January transfer window to fine-tune the team further.
They will especially focus on strengthening depth, addressing emerging weaknesses, and maintaining high competition across the squad.
In this article, we’ll cover those transfers.
Premier League news: Caretaker or contender – Manchester United’s latest managerial dilemma
One week on from Ruben Amorim’s departure, Manchester United once again find themselves searching for short-term stability amid long-term uncertainty.
With the season itself unravelling, the Red Devils are expected to appoint a caretaker manager until the summer, writes Sports News Blitz’s Alex Rhodes.
FA Cup news: Winners and losers from the third round as Macclesfield upset holders Crystal Palace
The FA Cup delivered another classic weekend of football, once again showcasing the magic of multi-tier clashes.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Eloise Stevens breaks down the winners and losers from the third round.
FA Cup news: Aston Villa outclass Tottenham in North London to advance into the fourth round
Aston Villa secured an impressive 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the FA Cup third round on Saturday, with Emiliano Buendía and Morgan Rogers getting the goals for Unai Emery’s men.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce examines how Villa progressed in London.
FA Cup news: Man Utd dumped out by Brighton as interim manager Darren Fletcher awaits first win
Brighton beat Manchester United 2-1 at Old Trafford on Sunday to knock the Red Devils out of the FA Cup and increase the pressure on interim manager Darren Fletcher.
Brajan Gruda and Danny Welbeck put the visitors two goals up before United grabbed a consolation strike through Benjamin Šeško.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Robert Bore runs through the game and takes a trip down memory lane.
Transfer news: Antoine Semenyo completes £65m move to Manchester City from Bournemouth
Manchester City have completed the signing of forward Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth in a deal worth £65million, writes Sports News Blitz’s Alex Rhodes.
The Ghana international joins in a record-breaking sale for the Cherries, with City activating a release clause that was due to expire on Saturday. Bournemouth will receive £62.5m over 24 monthly instalments, with additional bonuses included.
Semenyo has signed a contract until 2031 and will wear the number 42, emulating Premier League legend Yaya Touré, who won three Premier League titles with City.
Third round FA Cup betting tips: Aston Villa to win, Matheus Cunha to score and more
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from this weekend’s FA Cup TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting bon vivant - The Bookie Basher - including a big clash between Manchester United and Brighton on Sunday, January 11.
Newcastle news: Harvey Barnes v Anthony Gordon – Who should Eddie Howe start on the left wing?
Eddie Howe’s comments in his press conference before Newcastle’s game against Leeds have sparked some controversy.
The 48-year-old revealed the real reason why he continues to start Anthony Gordon on the left wing over Harvey Barnes – a question many fans have been asking in recent weeks.
These remarks have fuelled debate among Newcastle supporters as to whether it is fair to sacrifice an in-form Barnes to accommodate an out-of-form Gordon.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Charlotte Allsop examines the ongoing debate.
Five things we learned from Newcastle’s 4-3 win over Leeds
Newcastle United edged out Leeds United in an unforgettable seven-goal thriller at St James’ Park, with late drama, standout performances and serious injury concerns all shaping the narrative.
In this article, Sports News Blitz’s Charlotte Allsop breaks down the key talking points from the Magpies’ chaotic 4-3 Premier League victory.
Premier League on Sky Sports: Arsenal vs Liverpool preview, predictions & betting tips
Arsenal welcome Liverpool to the Emirates Stadium in a blockbuster clash to close out Gameweek 21 of the Premier League.
First meets fourth, with momentum firmly on the home side and pressure quietly building on the visitors.
Here, Sports News Blitz previews Arsenal vs Liverpool with stats, predictions, and betting tips.