Women’s Euro 2025: Seven players to watch at the tournament

Women’s Euro 2025: Seven players to watch at the tournament

As Switzerland prepares to host UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 from July 2 to July 27, the tournament’s true protagonists aren’t simply nations on paper - they are the individual artists whose playing styles promise fresh chapters in the unfolding drama.

From steadfast defenders to midfield tacticians and electric forwards, each brings a woven narrative of club form, international pedigree, and personal momentum.

Their names alone hint at the stories waiting to unfold across every whistle, every charged sprint, every defining touch.

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Club World Cup news: Chelsea breeze through LAFC despite sparse crowd
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Club World Cup news: Chelsea breeze through LAFC despite sparse crowd

In a performance balancing promise and pragmatism, Chelsea secured a 2-0 victory over LAFC in their opening Group D match at the Club World Cup on Monday, June 16, in Atlanta.

Goals from Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernandez marked the difference, however, only about 22,000 fans showed up at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, which holds over 71,000.

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Tennis news: How the sport is growing in popularity, from club memberships to local parks
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Tennis news: How the sport is growing in popularity, from club memberships to local parks

Tennis is currently experiencing a period of unprecedented worldwide growth, driven in large part by the greater availability of facilities, an increase in relatability for its newest stars thanks to social media, and a welcome change in culture.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer Vanely Barumire describes her own journey to appreciating tennis and takes a look at some of the ways in which the sport is evolving.

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Ferrari’s nail-biting double: Le Mans hat-trick glory vs F1 Canadian GP chaos

Ferrari’s nail-biting double: Le Mans hat-trick glory vs F1 Canadian GP chaos

Ferrari's past 72 hours have been a tale of two worlds: absolutely brilliant at Le Mans and quietly troubled in Montreal.

Between 14-15 June, Ferrari's AF Corse-prepared 499P stormed to a third consecutive overall victory at the gruelling 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Yet, on June 15, at the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix, the Scuderia's single-seater squad underwhelmed in the race. Two extremes in one dramatic weekend.

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Carlos Alcaraz, Jack Draper and Hubert Hurkacz: Grass court betting tips ahead of Queen’s and Halle

Carlos Alcaraz, Jack Draper and Hubert Hurkacz: Grass court betting tips ahead of Queen’s and Halle

Long, sunny days, flowers in bloom, ice cream vans making fortunes and 500-level grasscourt events. What’s not to like?

The ATP action moves to the hallowed turf of Queen's Club this week, with one of the most iconic events on the ATP calendar, and Sports News Blitz’s Bookie Basher is back with some betting tips.

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British & Irish Lions news: Player watch – Premiership, United Rugby Championship semi-finals

British & Irish Lions news: Player watch – Premiership, United Rugby Championship semi-finals

With three of four semi-finals across the English Premiership and United Rugby Championship involving constituent nations of the British & Irish Lions, several members of Andy Farrell’s squad for the upcoming tour to Australia had a welcome run-out in pressure matches.

Here, Sports News Blitz rugby writer Jacob Garrett reviews the weekend’s action and considers which Lions players put their hands up to start against Joe Schmidt’s Wallabies side.

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Cricket betting tips: England vs India – Joe Root, Jasprit Bumrah to dominate 2025 Test series

Cricket betting tips: England vs India – Joe Root, Jasprit Bumrah to dominate 2025 Test series

England and India are set to begin a new chapter in their historic rivalry this summer when the two face off in a much-anticipated five-match Test series.

Here, Sports News Blitz cricket writer Bilal Patel takes a look at the betting odds and offers some expert tips ahead of the thrilling match-up.

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Thomas Frank takes the reins at Spurs: Can the Danish coach steady Tottenham’s ship?
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Thomas Frank takes the reins at Spurs: Can the Danish coach steady Tottenham’s ship?

Tottenham Hotspur have pulled off a bold move, appointing Thomas Frank as their new head coach on a three-year deal, running until 2028.

The Dane leaves Brentford after seven transformative years to succeed Ange Postecoglou, despite the Australian delivering Europa League glory just weeks ago.

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The Scottish renaissance in Serie A: Scott McTominay, Che Adams and Billy Gilmour revelling in Italian jobs
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The Scottish renaissance in Serie A: Scott McTominay, Che Adams and Billy Gilmour revelling in Italian jobs

Serie A has been a land of attraction for players from all around the world.

It is one of the biggest leagues in the world, and home to some of the most renowned clubs.

In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Xhulio Zeneli explores the rise of Scottish footballers in Italy and how they’ve reignited a long-dormant connection between Scottish football and Serie A.

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Horse racing news: Epsom Derby – World Pool turnover up year-on-year to £5.1m
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Horse racing news: Epsom Derby – World Pool turnover up year-on-year to £5.1m

Saturday’s Derby at Epsom resulted in turnover on World Pool bet types of HK$54,403,320 (approx. £5.1m), up on 2024’s figure of HK$51,760,276 (approx. £4.9m).

Won by the Aidan O’Brien–trained Lambourn, who returned at 10.35 for World Pool customers, the 18-runner Classic showed up positively with international punters.

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NBA news: Indiana’s bench ignites Game 3 win - Pacers ahead in NBA Finals

NBA news: Indiana’s bench ignites Game 3 win - Pacers ahead in NBA Finals

The 2025 NBA Finals have turned into a battle of the benches, where in Game 3, Indiana’s second unit delivered a knockout blow to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Via a relentless showing from the reserves, the Pacers defended their home floor and claimed a 116-107 victory over OKC, clinching a 2-1 series lead.

Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo brings his analysis along with him to break down the events of Game 3.

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F1 Canadian GP predictions: Contenders for the race win, a podium finish and more
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F1 Canadian GP predictions: Contenders for the race win, a podium finish and more

The Canadian Grand Prix starts this weekend and tensions are high. 

With Max Verstappen winning the race for the last three years, will the streak continue or will someone else take the trophy?

Here, Sports News Blitz writer Madison Stoneman shares her predictions on who will be on the podium and who will be able to snatch up some points this weekend.

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The former F1 drivers competing at the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans

The former F1 drivers competing at the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans

Formula 1 and F1 Academy are headed to Montreal for the Canadian Grand Prix this weekend, but that’s not where all the action will be.

The 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans will also take place this weekend, from Saturday, June 14 to Sunday, June 15.

In this article, Sports News Blitz’s deputy content editor Nicole Powell, takes us through the 19 familiar faces from F1 who will be competing at this year’s Le Mans.

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Golf betting tips: US Open – Bryson DeChambeau to challenge Scottie Scheffler at Oakmont

Golf betting tips: US Open – Bryson DeChambeau to challenge Scottie Scheffler at Oakmont

Golf's toughest test is back as the PGA Tour heads to the incredibly punishing Oakmont Country Club for the 2025 US Open.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer Sam Condy breaks down four of his favourite picks ahead of a merciless week of major golf.

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Soccer news: England manager Thomas Tuchel claims 'huge' advantage for two Premier League clubs

Soccer news: England manager Thomas Tuchel claims 'huge' advantage for two Premier League clubs

The Club World Cup is set to take effect on Saturday, June 14, with England boss Thomas Tuchel chiming in on the impact the tournament may have on next season’s Premier League title challenge.

With both of the top two Premier League teams this season, Liverpool and Arsenal, not featuring in the tournament this year - Tuchel claims it gives them a “huge” edge over challengers Manchester City and Chelsea in the upcoming title race.

Sports News Blitz’s Aidan Leo weighs in on the England manager’s comments.

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Royal Ascot 2025 news: A celebration of heritage, horsepower and high stakes
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Royal Ascot 2025 news: A celebration of heritage, horsepower and high stakes

In the realm of British sport, few spectacles capture tradition, elegance and sporting excellence quite like Royal Ascot. 

From Tuesday, June 17 to Saturday, June 21, the world’s finest flat racing will once again grace the hallowed turf of Ascot Racecourse for the 2025 renewal of this prestigious meeting.

More than a sporting event, Royal Ascot is a cornerstone of the British social and cultural calendar - and it is one Sports News Blitz will be watching (and betting on) with glee. 

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Club World Cup news: Complete fixture list including teams, venues and kick-off times
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Club World Cup news: Complete fixture list including teams, venues and kick-off times

A selection of football’s most iconic teams and players will gather this summer to battle for the honour of being crowned FIFA Club World Cup champions.

The tournament is being staged in the United States across a sprawling network of cities and will run from June 14 to July 13.

Here, Sports News Blitz breaks down when all the games are taking place and where.

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Royal Ascot 2025 news: William Hill’s biggest liabilities revealed ahead of horse racing extravaganza

Royal Ascot 2025 news: William Hill’s biggest liabilities revealed ahead of horse racing extravaganza

Just under a week out from Royal Ascot, William Hill have revealed which of next week’s runners stand to be the biggest losers in their markets for the Royal Meeting.

The five-day extravaganza from the Berkshire track is one of the marquee events in the betting calendar, and the leading bookmaker can reveal that Karl Burke’s speedy juvenile Zelaina, who looks set to line up in the Queen Mary, tops their list of the worst liabilities.

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Jan Brueghel tops rankings after Coronation Cup triumph
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Jan Brueghel tops rankings after Coronation Cup triumph

Jan Brueghel's much-improved performance in the Coronation Cup at Epsom on Friday has propelled him to the top of Timeform's pecking order in Europe.

That gritty half-length defeat of Calandagan earned Jan Brueghel a Timeform rating of 128 (from 119p) which marks him out as the joint-highest-rated horse in Europe along with last season's King George winner Goliath, who didn't need to be at his best to win a Group 3 at Longchamp on Sunday.

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