FA Cup news: Man City, Liverpool set for blockbuster quarter-final showdown at the Etihad Stadium
Premier League heavyweights meet for a third time this season in the standout tie of the FA Cup quarter-finals, writes Sports News Blitz’s Joshua Topping.
Few fixtures in English football generate as much anticipation as a meeting between Liverpool and Manchester City, and their upcoming clash in the cup promises to be no different. This match marks the third meeting between the sides this season, further intensifying a rivalry that has defined the top level of English football over the past decade.
FA cup fifth round wrap-up: Key talking points from the FA Cup this weekend
The fifth round of the FA Cup delivered another weekend full of drama, shocks and standout performances as clubs battled for a place in the quarter-finals.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Tyler Cooke analyses the fixtures from the fifth round of the FA Cup.
FA Cup news: Cup fever takes hold as Mansfield Town host Arsenal, Wrexham welcome Chelsea
There have been claims for years now that the world’s oldest domestic cup competition, the FA Cup, is losing its magic and significance to those who follow the English game.
However, just this season alone, if you are a football fan from Macclesfield or indeed Mansfield, you may beg to differ. And after Crystal Palace pulled off a shock to win last year’s final, another surprise might be on the cards, with five EFL clubs still very much in the mix for glory.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Charlie Fawcett looks at some fifth-round ties that show that this year’s FA Cup is back to its glorious best.
FA Cup fourth round news: Winners and losers as Arsenal, Man City, Liverpool and Wrexham advance
Arsenal, Manchester City, Liverpool, and Wrexham all eased into the FA Cup fifth round, while Burnley’s season slipped further into trouble.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Alex Rhodes breaks down the winners and losers from the FA Cup fourth round following a weekend away from Premier League action.
FA Cup news: Aston Villa exit tournament after 3-1 home loss to Newcastle as Sandro Tonali runs riot
Aston Villa’s FA Cup run came to an abrupt end as Newcastle United fought back to win 3-1 at Villa Park in the fourth round on Saturday.
It was a dramatic tie that swung wildly in Newcastle’s favour thanks to a first-half sending off for home goalkeeper Marco Bizot, with Sandro Tonali also putting in a commanding display.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce reflects on whether the result is a blessing in disguise for Aston Villa.
FA Cup betting tips: Eberechi Eze to score, Hull City to beat Chelsea and more FA Cup fourth round betting tips
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from this weekend’s FA Cup TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting laureate - The Bookie Basher - including Sunday’s big one between Liverpool and Brighton.
FA Cup news: Eddie Howe, Newcastle Utd head to Aston Villa in echo of Bobby Robson–era gamble
There is talk of Eddie Howe being sacked should Newcastle United lose their daunting trip to Aston Villa in the FA Cup on Saturday, but history offers a warning.
The last time the Magpies travelled to Villa in this competition, their manager was under mounting pressure, but keeping faith with him ultimately provided the club with success in the long run.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Mosaddek Abu discusses how Newcastle could learn from history regarding Howe’s situation.
FA Cup news: Winners and losers from the third round as Macclesfield upset holders Crystal Palace
The FA Cup delivered another classic weekend of football, once again showcasing the magic of multi-tier clashes.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Eloise Stevens breaks down the winners and losers from the third round.
FA Cup news: Aston Villa outclass Tottenham in North London to advance into the fourth round
Aston Villa secured an impressive 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the FA Cup third round on Saturday, with Emiliano Buendía and Morgan Rogers getting the goals for Unai Emery’s men.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce examines how Villa progressed in London.
FA Cup news: Man Utd dumped out by Brighton as interim manager Darren Fletcher awaits first win
Brighton beat Manchester United 2-1 at Old Trafford on Sunday to knock the Red Devils out of the FA Cup and increase the pressure on interim manager Darren Fletcher.
Brajan Gruda and Danny Welbeck put the visitors two goals up before United grabbed a consolation strike through Benjamin Šeško.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Robert Bore runs through the game and takes a trip down memory lane.
Third round FA Cup betting tips: Aston Villa to win, Matheus Cunha to score and more
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from this weekend’s FA Cup TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting bon vivant - The Bookie Basher - including a big clash between Manchester United and Brighton on Sunday, January 11.
Top matches from Round 1 of the FA Cup: Yorkshire derbies and hat-trick heroes
Leagues One and Two of the EFL were suspended from Friday, October 31, to Monday, November 1, all thanks to the return of the FA Cup.
Before current holders Crystal Palace begin their defence of the trophy, the first round has already seen a couple of upsets and surprises in fixtures that would be hard to find anywhere else.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Charlie Gardner shares some talking points from the first round of the FA Cup.
FA Cup news: Oliver Glasner hails ‘special’ Crystal Palace title win over Manchester City
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has hailed the Eagles’ historic FA Cup final victory over Manchester City on Saturday as a “special win”.
Sports News Blitz writer Michael Davey rounds up some of the best quotes from a famous triumph.
FA Cup final recall: Crystal Palace and Man City’s results in previous Wembley finals
Crystal Palace and Manchester City will lock horns at Wembley on May 17 to battle for the honour of lifting the 2025 FA Cup trophy.
We have mapped out both Palace and Man City’s road to the final following their semi-final wins over Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest respectively.
And now Sports News Blitz Academy writer Max Snigorski takes a look at the two rivals’ record in previous finals they have contested.
Premier League and FA Cup final betting tips: Nottingham Forest’s woes to continue against West Ham, Eberechi Eze to score, and more
Seven clubs are still battling gamely to finish inside the Premier League’s top five and thus guarantee UEFA Champions League football next season.
Newcastle were the big winners last weekend after beating Chelsea, who incurred an expensive loss and now face Manchester United at home before a potentially decisive visit to Nottingham Forest, also chasing a Champions League place, on the final day of the season.
The Toon travel to Arsenal for another huge game on Sunday while there is also the small matter of the FA Cup final, and Sports News Blitz’s Bookie Basher has got all the best betting angles covered so chew on that you Goblins.
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.
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…
FA Cup analysis: Five reasons why Crystal Palace dominated Aston Villa at Wembley
Crystal Palace will face Manchester City in the FA Cup final after both teams beat Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest respectively at the weekend.
Sports News Blitz Academy writer and Crystal Palace fan Max Snigorski, 15, was at Wembley to witness the Eagles’ resounding 3-0 win over Unai Emery’s Villans.
And here he outlines five reasons why he believes Palace were so dominant…
FA Cup and Premier League betting tips: Nottingham Forest and Man City at evens, Liverpool to seal the title, and Man Utd to keep being a joke
FA Cup drama, Premier League chaos, and yes - another crack from Sports News Blitz’s Bookie Basher, who’s out to bounce back from backing Aston Villa and bag a few winners along the way.
FA Cup news: Aston Villa vs Crystal Palace – Five key battles and score prediction
Wembley Stadium hosts the first FA Cup semi-final of the season on Saturday, with Aston Villa taking on Crystal Palace for a place in the final.
Ahead of the huge semi-final, Sports News Blitz writer Dylan Richardson analyses five key battles that could decide the game and offers a score prediction.