Chelsea fail to get the better of old rivals Leeds Utd in a 2-2 draw
Chelsea vs Leeds kicked off Gameweek 26 at Stamford Bridge on the night of Tuesday, February 10, in a game that ended in a draw.
Despite enjoying a 2-0 lead past the one-hour mark, Chelsea conceded two goals to Leeds, forfeiting a full bag of points.
A win would have seen Chelsea go into the top four of the Premier League table, with fourth-placed Manchester United drawing to West Ham on the same night.
World Cup 2026 analysis: Who’s in and who’s at risk of missing out on England’s squad?
With just four months until the 2026 World Cup kicks off in the United States, attention is turning to England’s squad picture.
Competition for places is intensifying, with some players pushing their case at the right time and others at risk of missing out altogether.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Oliver Powell looks at the players that could make or miss the England squad for the 2026 World Cup.
Chelsea analysis: Ranking the five best goals of Cole Palmer’s 50 for the Blues
Cole Palmer reached 50 goals for Chelsea in just 114 appearances after a stunning first-half hat-trick against Wolves, becoming the first player in Premier League history to score three hat-tricks inside the opening 45 minutes.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Jacob Howson ranks the five finest goals from Palmer’s rapidly growing Chelsea legacy.
beIN SPORTS reveals record-breaking 3.45 billion cumulative viewership across TV and Digital for TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025
Africa’s most prestigious tournament drew huge audiences on beIN SPORTS, with the total cumulative TV viewership reaching 1.75 billion and the final attracting 97 million viewers.
beIN’s social media platforms also reached record numbers, with cumulative video views exceeding 1.68 billion.
Premier League news: Newcastle 2-3 Brentford – Keith Andrews praise, transfer flops, buzzing Bees
It was back-to-back home defeats for Newcastle United on Saturday as Dango Outtara’s 85th-minute winner saw Brentford complete the Premier League double over the Magpies.
The hosts remain in 12th, having now suffered three consecutive losses, while the win pushes the Bees to within touching distance of the European places.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Mosaddek Abu discusses the key takeaways from a bruising 3-2 defeat for the Toon.
Championship news: Can Phil Parkinson steer Hollywood-inspired Wrexham to another promotion?
Anyone who tuned in to watch Wrexham’s first second-tier home match for 43 years would have seen enough to be convinced that here was a club who belonged at this level of football.
The final score (2-3) favoured visitors West Bromwich Albion, but the Welsh side deserved at least a point on the balance of play, writes Sports News Blitz’s AJ Becker.
And while their opponents that day currently occupy a relegation place, Phil Parkinson’s team now find themselves in a play-off position, having swerved the common pitfalls of newly promoted teams and embraced the EFL Championship with all its possibilities.
Carabao Cup final against Man City offers Arsenal a chance to complete evolution under Mikel Arteta
Arsenal recently stormed into the final of the Carabao Cup, beating Chelsea 4-2 on aggregate to take a major step towards their first silverware since an FA Cup victory in 2020.
The Gunners have been revolutionary under manager Mikel Arteta, adapting to his style of play, improving their defensive organisation, and successfully combining youth development with first-team signings.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Nerea Fernandes takes a look at the London side’s trajectory.
Everton Women: Sacking of Brian Sorensen signals change of direction amid WSL relegation fears
Everton Women sacked manager Brian Sorensen earlier this week as pressure mounted following the inconsistency that has dragged the team into an unnecessary relegation battle in the Women’s Super League.
Having been in charge since 2022, signing a contract extension until 2027 as recently as last April, Sorensen’s departure came as a shock to many surrounding the club despite the growing concern about Everton’s league position.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Liberty Nicholson-Hulse reflects on Sorensen’s dismissal and the direction the club plans to take next.
Premier League betting tips: Florian Wirtz to score against Man City, Leeds to win and more Gameweek 25 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 laureate - The Bookie Basher - including Sunday, February 8’s big one between Liverpool and Manchester City.
Arsenal and Man City book Wembley date in Carabao Cup final
Arsenal and Manchester City have booked their places in the 2026 Carabao Cup final after dramatic wins in their two-leg semi-final ties.
The two English giants will now meet at Wembley Stadium on March 22 for a chance to lift silverware in one of England’s major cup competitions.
Travel sickness costing Newcastle Champions League qualification
Newcastle United’s away form has been a concern this season, with only three victories on the road, and it looks unlikely they’ll qualify for the Champions League.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Mosaddek Abu takes a look at the Magpies' struggles away from home.
Liverpool analysis: How Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike are becoming Liverpool’s star men
Sports News Blitz writer Ruben Picardo Ashworth takes a look at how Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike are leading the way in Liverpool’s revival hopes to finish the 2025/26 campaign strongly.
Premier League news: Aston Villa’s title charge stumbles at Villa Park as Brentford grab narrow win
Aston Villa suffered a disappointing 1-0 home defeat to Brentford in the Premier League on Sunday – a result that dealt a significant blow to their title bid.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce reflects on a controversial clash.
From Leicester’s miracle to modern reality: What’s changed in the Premier League since 2016
10 years ago, the Premier League looked completely different. The 2015/16 season produced one of football's most shocking title wins, with Leicester City defying 5000/1 odds to lift the trophy - a moment that still influences how fans, analysts and Premier League betting markets view what's possible.
That campaign rewrote the rules about power, spending and possibility in English football. But a decade later, the landscape's shifted again – some clubs have risen, others have fallen away, and the league's transformed almost entirely.
Premier League betting tips: Erling Haaland to score, West Ham to beat Chelsea, and more Gameweek 24 betting tips
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from Matchweek 24’s Premier League TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting laureate - The Bookie Basher - including Sunday’s big one between Tottenham and Manchester City.
Premier League 2025/26: Can Arsenal finally win it?
Could it be the third Premier League season as runner-up for Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal? Or does the team have enough power to lift the trophy this time?
Premier League analysis: Fine margins, familiar flaws – What this weekend told us about the title race
It was another pivotal round in the Premier League title race, one that raised as many questions as it answered at the top of the table.
Arsenal’s stuttering form has opened the door once again, with familiar flaws resurfacing at the worst possible moment. And their closest rivals wasted no time in applying pressure, meaning that fine margins, nervy finishes and dropped points are beginning to define a race that feels increasingly fragile.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Zephryn Dockree breaks down the key talking points from a weekend that may yet prove decisive in the quest for glory.
Man Utd analysis: Is Michael Carrick a long-term contender for Red Devils role?
Michael Carrick continued his 100%-win streak as interim manager of Manchester United after an impressive 3-2 Premier League victory over Arsenal on Sunday, January 25.
Carrick’s fired-up United spoiled the party at the Emirates Stadium as the Gunners lost at home for the first time this season.
Too early to say, but Carrick has brought back the much-discussed missing “DNA” of the club - whatever that may consist of, writes Sports News Blitz’s Ruben Picardo Ashworth.
Aston Villa triumph 2-0 at Newcastle: A statement win as Villa break Newcastle curse
In a compelling Premier League clash at St James’ Park, Aston Villa secured a memorable 2-0 victory over Newcastle United.
Aston Villa underlined their growing credentials in the title race and ended a long-standing hoodoo on Tyneside.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce describes how Aston Villa finally got the better of Newcastle at St James’ Park.
Premier League reactions: Roy Keane unconvinced by Man Utd win, Arne Slot frustrated by mistakes
It was yet another Premier League weekend defined by drama and comebacks as results shook up the table even further.
Liverpool collapsed late once again, Manchester United continued their great form under interim boss Michael Carrick, and the relegation and title races both delivered twists.
From Arne Slot’s blunt assessment of his side’s season to Roy Keane’s lack of confidence despite Carrick’s early successes, managers and pundits alike had plenty to say.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Jake Reed rounds up the best reactions from the weekend.