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.
Horse racing news: World Pool posts strong growth in 2025
World Pool turnover on overseas races, that is those meetings internationally commingled from outside Hong Kong, grew by 20% in 2025.
The total amount bet into the Hong Kong Jockey Club-powered pools across 57 overseas racedays in 2025 totalled HK$9.3bn, up from HK$7.8bn in 2024.
2025 also saw a new record set for the highest single race turnover for World Pool bet types. Ka Ying Rising’s appearance in The Everest saw betting surge to a total of HK$83m, smashing the previous high of HK$66.2m wagered on the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes in 2023 when Hong Kong sprinter Wellington lined up.
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.
Myretown heads William Hill Half A Mill Classic Chase betting
Lucinda Russell and Michael Scudamore’s Myretown heads the betting for Saturday’s William Hill Half A Mill Classic Handicap Chase at Warwick. Last seen when falling at Newbury on his seasonal bow, the Ultima winner will be looking to get his campaign back on track in the latest William Hill Half A Mill bonus race.
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.
NFL betting tips: Eagles soar against Commanders, Aaron Rodgers keeps Steelers’ play-off hopes alive
With just one week of the NFL regular season left to play, the frontrunners have already secured their play-off places while other outfits find themselves in a last-ditch scramble to reach the post-season party.
It’s all on the line in Pittsburgh where the Steelers contest an AFC North title race with the Baltimore Ravens. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Eagles will look to compete for the NFC number two seed when they host the eliminated Washington Commanders.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Sam Condy breaks down his three favourite picks ahead of the action.
NFL news: Winner-take-all showdown in Pittsburgh as Steelers, Ravens clash for AFC North title
There are a number of huge games taking place in the NFL this weekend, the final week of the regular season, but none more so than the one in Pennsylvania where the Pittsburgh Steelers host AFC North rivals the Baltimore Ravens.
The Ravens stand at 8-8 for the season and face a Steelers side who are 9-7 after a shock loss to the Cleveland Browns last time out.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Graeme Bailey previews the much-anticipated NFL showdown.
Oscar Piastri says Lando Norris’ title win won’t change McLaren dynamics - ‘He’s not become Superman’
McLaren driver Oscar Piastri has made it clear that the relationship with his team-mate Lando Norris will stay the same, despite Norris winning the 2025 Formula 1 Drivers’ Championship.
Piastri insists that Norris hasn’t suddenly become unbeatable or “Superman” after securing the sport’s biggest prize.
F1 news: Stefano Domenicali backs Fred Vasseur as Ferrari eye comeback in 2026
Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has publicly backed Fred Vasseur as the right man to lead Scuderia Ferrari’s bid to return to the top of the sport next season.
Domenicali, speaking about Ferrari’s plans for 2026, stressed his confidence in Vasseur’s leadership and the team’s ability to improve after a challenging 2025 campaign.
Ferrari endured a difficult 2025 season, finishing fourth in the Constructors’ Championship - their lowest position in years - and managing only a handful of podiums.
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.
Horse racing news: Constitution Hill 3/1 to win on the Flat in 2026
Constitution Hill can be backed at 3/1 with William Hill to make a successful switch to the Flat in 2026, having fallen on his last three starts over hurdles.
The former Champion Hurdle winner is 3/1 to win a Group or Graded race on the level at any point in the new year.
The leading bookmaker’s popular ‘Horses To Remain Unbeaten’ market is back as well, with Hong Kong’s star sprinter Ka Ying Rising heading the betting at 2/1.
From Local Pubs to Global Arenas: The Most Unforgettable Comeback Stories
Darts have seen a serious transformation in recent years. It used to be a simple pub game that eventually turned into a professional kind of sport.
Darts were even banned at a certain point in its history. But proper regulations helped establish darts as a subject for local and international competitions. Millions of fans showed huge interest in darts betting due to the growing competitive schedule.
The game is quite unpredictable, which makes predictions more exciting. Over the years, darts have seen many comeback stories. Let’s mention some of them here.
SA20 news: Full list of fixtures, dates and times for 2026 edition of South Africa’s premier T20 league
The SA20 returns this December, bringing South Africa’s premier T20 league back for a fourth season of high-stakes, high-energy cricket.
Here, Sports News Blitz offers a full breakdown of the upcoming tournament’s fixtures, dates, and times.
Padel news: Agustin Tapia, Arturo Coello, Delfina Brea Senesi and Gemma Triay Pons top FIP rankings
After a year of shifting partnerships, thrilling finales, and never-ending entertainment, the 2025 padel season has officially come to a close.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Vanely Barumire takes a look at how the International Padel Federation world rankings played out.
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.