Premier League on Sky Sports: West Ham vs Brentford preview, predictions and betting tips
Monday night lights at the London Stadium set the stage for a tense Premier League clash as West Ham host Brentford.
A fixture with more than a whiff of early-season jeopardy. Both sides are in desperate need of a result, and for the Irons, a fresh managerial era brings fresh expectation.
Sports News Blitz previews West Ham vs Brentford, offering stats and betting tips alongside.
Premier League news: Manchester City vs Everton – Five key battles and score prediction
The first instalment of this weekend’s Manchester vs Merseyside double-header takes place at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday as Manchester City welcome Everton.
Ahead of the match, Sports News Blitz writer Jon Shea highlights five key battles to anticipate and offers a score prediction.
Soccer opinion: VAR on trial - Should football maintain faith or scrap it for good?
When video assistant referees were introduced to football, they were meant to represent progress, a step toward fairness and accuracy in a sport long defined by human error.
VAR promised to correct the infamous injustices of the past, from Thierry Henry’s handball in 2009 to Frank Lampard’s ghost goal in 2010.
The technology was sold as the answer to decades of controversy. Yet over five years after its introduction to the Premier League - fans, players and managers remain divided.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Ben Phillips looks into arguments for and against the continuation of the VAR project.
The Saudi Pro League Needs Statement Signings Next Summer
The Saudi Pro League (SPL) turned heads by entering the global transfer market with one of the most ambitious projects ever seen in professional football.
Thanks to the Public Investment Fund’s (PIF) unlimited resources, SPL clubs attracted Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar, Karim Benzema, N’Golo Kante and Riyad Mahrez to the Middle East.
However, subsequent transfer windows have been underwhelming. The SPL needs more statement signings and there are some exciting options they could consider.
Soccer news: Latvia vs England – Five talking points as Three Lions chase World Cup qualification
England head into Tuesday night’s clash against Latvia with 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification on the line as a win in Riga will see Thomas Tuchel’s men punch their ticket to next year’s footballing showcase in the United States.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Eloise Stevens looks at the key talking points ahead of the match.
EFL news: MK Dons, Burton Albion and Leyton Orient win big as Salford’s Fireball promo backfires
Despite it being the international break – every football fan’s worst nightmare – the English Football League has plodded on.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Charlie Gardner takes a look at what happened in the EFL this week.
What Next After the Front-of-Shirt Sponsorship Ban in the Premier League?
With the Premier League front-of-shirt sponsorship ban arriving next season, clubs are now having to explore new avenues. Here's what comes next.
Premier League power rankings after Gameweek 7: Nottingham Forest fall, Brentford on the rise despite loss to Man City, Arsenal top the table, and more
The 2025/26 Premier League table is looking very different since we last checked in. What a difference a couple of weeks can make.
Arne Slot and Liverpool have forgotten how to win, while Arsenal fans are once again allergic to humility now that they’re top of the table.
Nottingham Forest fans are telling their own manager he’s getting sacked in the morning after just six matches in charge, and they might be right.
Every week here on Sports News Blitz, betting expert George Dempsey will be compiling the only table that matters - our very own Premier League power rankings.
Man Utd news: Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s three-year pledge to Ruben Amorim sparks debate among fans
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has pledged to give under-pressure head coach Ruben Amorim three years to prove himself - a decision that has drawn mixed reactions from both supporters and analysts.
Speaking on The Business Podcast, produced by The Times and The Sunday Times, Ratcliffe said Amorim must show that he is a great coach within that period, insisting that football success takes time and cannot be achieved overnight.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo explores Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s comments further, and the ongoing discourse among Man United fans and the media.
Everton vs Crystal Palace - Five key takeaways as Everton end Crystal Palace’s unbeaten run
A last-minute goal from Everton’s Jack Grealish brought to an end the Eagles’ club-record winning run at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Iliman Ndiaye brought the Toffees level from the penalty spot after Daniel Munoz had given Palace a deserved lead going into the break.
It was a game where Palace could have been out of sight, but Everton took full advantage of their profligacy in front of goal and remained unbeaten at their new home.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Jon Shea takes a look at the five key takeaways from Sunday’s match.
Premier League news: Donyell Malen’s unstoppable mission to win sees Aston Villa beat Burnley
Donyell Malen walked away with the Man of the Match award after scoring both goals in Aston Villa’s 2-1 victory over Burnley on Sunday.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce identifies three reasons why the Midlands club won the clash at Villa Park.
EFL analysis: Steve Bruce sacked, Wrexham draw, Ipswich win derby and more
In a world where the Premier League dominates all the media, with hundred-million-pound fees and endless VAR controversy, the EFL seems somewhat overlooked at times.
Written by Sports News Blitz writer Charlie Gardner, here’s the first of a weekly series in which all the latest Football League excitement and drama can be found in one place, with a selection of the best moments, biggest results and maybe even who could be the next manager down at the job centre.
Premier League betting tips: Leeds to shock, Mohamed Salah to score against Chelsea, and more
Before we get down to some elite Premier League Bookie Bashing, can I just say that Lewis Cope is an absolute smash job at 7/2 to win Strictly Come Dancing this year.
He’s the best dancer in Hartlepool (I know this because I’m the third best) but he’s a genuinely nice lad as well and I guess it doesn’t hurt that he looks like a model. 7/2 is my early Christmas gift to you (I've had the lot on).
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 Liverpool’s crunch clash with Chelsea.
Premier League on Sky Sports: Chelsea vs Liverpool betting preview and tips
Stamford Bridge plays host to a heavyweight Premier League showdown this Saturday as Chelsea welcome league leaders Liverpool to west London.
Here, Sports New Blitz outlines all the best bets and key stats ahead of the clash.
Premier League on TNT Sports: Leeds Utd vs Tottenham preview, betting tips and best bets
The Premier League returns to Elland Road this weekend as Leeds United host Tottenham in a lunchtime kick-off that promises plenty of action.
Both sides are unbeaten in their last few outings, and with key trends emerging early in the season, this could be a pivotal clash for momentum.
Sports News Blitz previews Leeds United vs Tottenham, offering betting tips and stats.
Premier League on Sky Sports: Bournemouth vs Fulham preview, betting tips and predictions
Friday night lights are on at the Vitality Stadium as Fulham make the trip down from the capital to face a Bournemouth side quietly building momentum.
It’s not quite a top-of-the-table clash, but for punters and Premier League purists, there’s plenty to chew on here.
Sports News Blitz previews Bournemouth vs Fulham, providing betting tips and stats.
Jack Grealish, Phil Foden and more left out of Thomas Tuchel’s England squad
Thomas Tuchel has named his England squad for October, with several high-profile players missing out.
Jack Grealish, Jude Bellingham, Adam Wharton and Phil Foden are among those left out as the manager sticks with much of the group that featured in September.
Premier League Brings Three Rule Changes That Shake Up Match Officials
The new Premier League season has introduced three rule modifications that change how referees operate during matches.
Fans can already see the differences in how officials handle everything from goalkeeper time-wasting to VAR communication.
Chelsea edge Benfica 1-0 for first Champions League win under Enzo Maresca
On Tuesday, September 30, Chelsea enjoyed their first win in the Champions League after 939 days since their last - a 2-0 win over Borussia Dortmund at Stamford Bridge in April 2023.
Tuesday’s 1-0 win was also at home, this time against Spanish side, Benfica, managed by former Chelsea coach, Jose Mourinho.
Super sub Emi Buendia changes fortunes for Aston Villa to beat Fulham at Villa Park
Aston Villa won their first game of the season with a 3-1 win against Fulham at Villa Park.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce examines the three main reasons why the Midlands club won the game.