Champions League 2025/26: Outright Betting & Matchday 4 Preview
The opening phase of the 2025/26 Champions League reaches the halfway stage during the first week in November.
Matchday 4 features some eye-catching fixtures, many of which will have a significant bearing on the race to progress to the last-16 of the competition.
Read on as we look at the latest betting for the Champions League, before previewing what promises to be a thrilling fourth round of matches.
Hugo Ekitike cements place in starting line-up as Liverpool beat Eintracht Frankfurt 5-1
Hugo Ekitike bagged his first Champions League goal of the season on Wednesday, October 22, in what was a demolition job over Eintracht Frankfurt as the Reds won 5-1 in Germany.
The former Frankfurt forward opened Liverpool’s scoring to level the game with a delightful finish, stroking the ball through the goalkeeper’s legs after latching on to a through ball by Andy Robertson.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Will Thomas reflects on Ekitike’s performance in the Reds’ return to winning ways.
Chelsea vs Ajax: Enzo Maresca’s young stars shine in 5-1 Champions League win over Ajax
Champions League nights at Stamford Bridge are back this season, and so far, have been delivering to the Chelsea faithful, with a 5-1 win over Ajax the latest triumph.
The success on the night of Wednesday, October 23, was Chelsea’s fourth win in four games - Benfica, Liverpool, Nottingham Forest and now, Ajax.
Despite the unavailability or lack of match fitness of key players, Enzo Maresca still managed to pick up yet another important win.
He fielded a young squad, with the starting XI having an average age of 22 years and 163 days - the second youngest in the competition's history. Still, the youngsters proved themselves in front of the home crowd.
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.
England duo Harry Kane and Cole Palmer shine as Chelsea fall 3-1 to Bayern Munich in Blues’ Champions League return
While it was nice to see Chelsea back in the UEFA Champions League, that 3-1 loss to Bayern Munich was a painful watch.
The Blues weren’t even that bad, but the sheer number of individual errors made me want to pull my hair out.
It’s going to get to a point where the only thing I will remember about this game is how brilliant Cole Palmer is, and the stunning goal he scored for Chelsea in his 100th appearance.
Read on as Sports News Blitz deputy content editor and Chelsea fan, Nicole Powell, relives a bittersweet night in Munich.
Premier League sides in the Champions League: Six things to look out for this week
The Champions League returns to our TV screens for the first time this season this week.
This season sees the Premier League being represented by a record-breaking six clubs, all hoping for an excellent start in this prestigious competition.
Sports News Blitz writer Sarim Ahmed is here to talk about what viewers should be looking out for as these teams battle under the stars this week.
Paris, perfected: PSG’s historic night of glory in Munich
In a night that will be etched in the annals of football history, Paris Saint-Germain PSG delivered a masterclass at Munich's Allianz Arena, securing their first-ever UEFA Champions League title with a resounding 5-0 victory over Inter Milan.
This triumph not only marked a historic milestone for the club but also showcased the emergence of a new era under the astute leadership of Luis Enrique.
How the Champions League semi-finals changed the Ballon d'Or conversation
The UEFA Champions League final has now been decided and it will be played between Inter Milan and Paris Saint Germain…but how will this affect the Ballon d’Or?
Read on as Sports News Blitz’s Elliot Ward looks at how the recent thrillers have turned the tables.
Champions League analysis: PSG vs Arsenal – Five key battles and score prediction
Paris Saint-Germain welcomes Arsenal to the Parc des Princes in the second leg of their Champions League semi-final tie on Wednesday night (8pm kick-off).
Luis Enrique’s charges find themselves 1-0 up after their first encounter, thanks to an Ousmane Dembele fourth minute strike.
Sports News Blitz writer Tom Nichols examines five battles to look out for in the winner-takes-all decisive clash.
Champions League analysis: Inter Milan vs Barcelona - Five key battles and score prediction
After a fabulous first leg in Spain, Inter Milan and Barcelona prepare for round two at the San Siro in Italy on Tuesday night (8pm kick-off).
The first leg was enthralling, captivating and exciting, ending in a pulsating 3-3 draw.
And here, Sports News Blitz writer Dejan Johal previews the second leg by assessing five key battles that may prove decisive in the heavyweight showdown.
Sports news: The teen talents hogging the headlines and why Barcelona’s star boy defies belief
The UEFA Champions League, Cricket’s IPL and the Darts Premier League all have one thing in common this week - unbelievable youth talent that was displayed on the world’s stage.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Gabriel Mills takes us through each breathtaking moment.
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.
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.
UCL remontada or repeat? Real Madrid host Arsenal needing a miracle
Arsenal enter the second leg with a significant advantage, having secured a 3-0 victory over Real Madrid in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-final at the Emirates Stadium.
Champions League analysis: Arsenal vs Real Madrid - Five key battles and score prediction
Arsenal welcome Champions League holders Real Madrid to Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night in the quarter-finals of the competition.
Mikel Arteta will be hoping his side can get off to a good start before their away tie at the Bernabeu next week.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Tom Nichols takes a look at five battles which will prove decisive in the match.
Real Madrid vs Man City: The clash that could decide the Champions League winner
Carlo Ancelotti has already made his call - whoever triumphs between Real Madrid and Manchester City will go on to lift the UEFA Champions League trophy.
The two European giants are set to clash once again, marking the fourth consecutive season they’ve met in the prestigious competition.
So far, Real have come out on top twice, while City claimed victory once.
With that history in mind, Ancelotti has even gone as far as to label their rivalry a new ‘Clasico’ of European football.