UEFA Conference League semi-final analysis: Five key Chelsea players to watch when the Blues take on Djurgarden
Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea travel to Sweden to play Djurgarden in the first leg of the UEFA Conference League semi-final on Thursday, May 1.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Dejan Johal assesses five key players that could prove to be decisive for the Blues in this important semi-final clash.
Barnsley FC opinion: Fans hoping for play-off push under Conor Hourihane
On March 12 of this year, it was officially announced that Head Coach Darrell Clarke would be leaving Barnsley.
It was to be expected because Barnsley have not been in the best of form under Clarke’s management, and have been struggling throughout the season.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Jonathon House takes a look at how the club have faired this season under Clarke, and whether he’s got what it takes.
FA Cup recall: A look at Man City’s road to final clash v Crystal Palace at Wembley
Manchester City have been dethroned as kings of England by Premier League champions Liverpool - but they are still up for the FA Cup this season.
Pep Guardiola’s Man City troops have had an inconsistent season since losing the services of injured talisman Rodri - but they have a chance to win some silverware when they face Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final at Wembley on May 17.
Previously we have looked at the Eagles’ road to the final - and now Sports News Blitz Academy writer Max Snigorski looks back at the results Man City racked up to reach the showpiece final.
Elland Road Ramble - Bristol City result, Farke’s future, Plymouth predictions and more
The latest Elland Road Ramble podcast is now available - and Leeds Trinity University placement students Elliot Ward and Maddie Newton discuss the 4-0 win over Bristol City before asking one key question: should Largie Ramazani get more minutes?
Watch the episode in full here, then subscribe to the Sports News Blitz YouTube channel.
UEFA Champions League analysis: Barcelona vs Inter Milan - Five key battles and score prediction
Spanish giants Barcelona host the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-final vs Inter Milan on Wednesday night.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Dejan Johal assesses five key battles which will prove decisive in the showdown.
Man Utd vs Chelsea: Five key battles and score prediction ahead of the big WSL clash
Two of the Women’s Super League’s top three sides will be competing for three points on Wednesday, April 30, when Manchester United take on Chelsea at Leigh Sports Village.
This exciting midweek fixture kicks off at 20:15pm and will be broadcast live on Sky Sports.
Chelsea currently sit at the top of the table with a six-point lead over Arsenal and an eight-point lead over Man Utd.
With both teams in good form, it is expected to be a thrilling fixture.
Here, Sports News Blitz Manchester United fan Claudia Jones looks at five key battles to watch out for on Matchday.
Golf betting tips: Jordan Spieth to find form in home state at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson
The PGA Tour returns to Texas for the third time this year, ahead of the CJ Cup Byron Nelson.
The tournament takes place at TPC Craig Ranch, a relatively new course on tour.
Craig Ranch is known to score low, with the front nine especially accommodating to stringing together birdie after birdie.
Long drives, to set up easy approach shots, are the recipe for success here, so favouring those who can hit it long and drop it close will be a solid plan of action.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Sam Condy breaks down four of the top picks ahead of the PGA’s visit to Texas.
Leeds Utd news: The standout players of the season so far
Leeds United are looking to finish strong after their promotion to the Premier League and win the title.
Sports News Blitz writer, Elliot Ward, looks at which players he thinks have been the standouts this season for Leeds United.
IPL Cricket news: The top five fastest centuries in the history of the Indian Premier League
In the wake of 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s jaw-dropping 35-ball century, the cricketing world is still buzzing.
Sports News Blitz writer Dejan Johal looks back at the top five fastest centuries in IPL history that have left fans stunned over the years.
Wrexham news: A rollercoaster ride from National League to the Championship
After languishing in the lower tiers of the football pyramid, Wrexham are finally in the Sky Bet Championship - a sudden rise that nobody expected to happen so fast.
In this article, Sports News Blitz’s Dylan Easton takes a look at how the club have managed their success and the challenges that lie ahead of them.
NBA Playoffs news: Jimmy Butler returns from injury to push Warriors past Rockets
A hard-fought battle in golden state sees the seventh seed Golden State Warriors jump out to a 3-1 series lead against the 2nd seeded Houston Rockets.
In case you missed it, here, Sports News Blitz writer Oliver Carter breaks down all the action.
Leeds Utd round-up: Dominant display, Daniel Farke rumours, Jose Mourinho link and more
Leeds United stunned Bristol City in a 4-0 win at Elland Road for the final home game before their return to the Premier League.
Daniel Farke’s hosts were on top form, with midfielder Ao Tanaka opening the scoring in the 21st minute.
The second half saw this electric performance continue, with Wilfried Gnonto giving the team another goal following a stunning pass from captain Ethan Ampadu.
Substitute Largie Ramazani added a third in the 82nd minute with his first touch of the game, and sealed the game off in style with a fourth goal in the final minute.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Maddie Newton outlines her analysis of the game and addresses some rumours around the manager’s position at the club.
FA Cup recall: A look at Crystal Palace’s road to Wembley final clash v Man City
Crystal Palace will take on Manchester City in the FA Cup final at Wembley on Saturday, May 17.
Oliver Glasner’s Eagles soared past Aston Villa in the semi-finals, securing a 3-0 win in a dominant display against the Midlanders.
Pep Guardiola’s Man City troops then toppled Nottingham Forest to book their place in the final.
Here, Sports News Blitz Academy writer and Palace fan Max Snigorski takes a look at his team’s road to the Wembley final, analysing who they beat on their way…
MMA news: Dustin Poirier talks retirement fight against Max Holloway at UFC 318
Two fan favourites are set to collide to complete their trilogy when Dustin Poirier takes on Max Holloway at UFC 318 for Holloway’s ‘BMF’ title.
The fight will be the last of Poirier’s legendary career, as ‘The Diamond’ will get the chance to retire in his home state of Louisiana.
Dustin Poirier welcomed a 19-year-old Max Holloway into the UFC for his debut fight back in 2012, writes Sports News Blitz’s MMA expert Niall Togher.
The pair then went on to have one of the best fights in UFC history in 2019 for the interim lightweight title, with Poirier beating Holloway on both occasions.
Now Holloway is the one to give Poirier the last fight of his career and attempt to gain revenge.
UEFA Champions League analysis: Arsenal vs PSG - Five key battles and score prediction
Arsenal welcome PSG to the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night in the UEFA Champions League semi-final.
The Gunners will be looking to advance to their first Champions League final in almost 20 years, with their last coming in 2006 against Barcelona - a 2-1 defeat in Paris.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Tom Nichols takes a look at five battles which will prove decisive in the match.
Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn analysis: Boxing needed a fight like this
The long-anticipated fight between Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn has been in the making for three years with it originally being scheduled for October 7, 2022.
Unfortunately, the fight was called off because Conor Benn failed two drug tests for the female fertility drug-clomiphene.
This resulted in the fight being called off. The eagerly-awaited match was finally rescheduled three years later for April 26, 2025 - and it absolutely lived up to the hype, writes Sports News Blitz’s Jonathon House.
Tottenham news: Can Europa League glory save Ange Postecoglou? Or is it too late?
Three games of football are all that separate Tottenham from ending their infamous silverware drought amidst a disastrous Premier League campaign.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Gabriel Mills takes a look at whether Spurs’ only shot at a trophy may just save Ange Postecoglou.
Wrexham news: A detailed look at their rise through the English football ranks
After 42 years, Wrexham A.F.C have been promoted to the EFL Championship, with Premier League football only one step closer now.
The club confirmed second place in League One on the 26th of April following a 3-0 home win against promotion rivals Charlton Athletic, with Birmingham City taking the title of champions.
Goals from both Ollie Rathbone and Sam Smith in the first half helped stun Charlton, and a second goal for Smith in the second half confirmed promotion for the Welsh side.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Maddie Newton takes a look at their rise through the ranks.
NBA Playoffs news: New York Knicks escape Detroit Pistons comeback thanks to controversial no-call foul
Game 4 of the Eastern Conference first-round Matchup ended with the New York Knicks taking a hard-fought 94-93 victory in Detroit.
However, the game was not without controversy as the Pistons Tim Hardaway Jr felt he was fouled on a possible game-winning shot as time expired.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Oliver Carter breaks down the game and the controversy that surrounded its final moments.
Chelsea news: The winners and losers so far in a season of ups and downs
It has been a season of two halves for Chelsea under Enzo Maresca in the 2024/25 campaign which is nearing its conclusion.
The Blues started the season in incredible form with many believing, even if their manager didn't, that they were in a Premier League title race.
However, he proved all too right when Chelsea drew 0-0 at Goodison Park, which marked the collapse of the Londoners this season.
Sports News Blitz writer and Chelsea fan Alec Hayward takes a look at who have been the winners and losers of the season so far.