Premier League analysis: Five things we learned from the opening weekend
As the opening weekend of the new Premier League season reached its conclusion on Monday, August 18, there are plenty of things we learnt from the first round of EPL fixtures.
On Monday night, Leeds United triumphed 1-0 against Everton, bringing the curtain down on 10 terrific matches.
Sports News Blitz writer Oliver Shorland evaluates what we learned.
Club World Cup news: A celebration of global champions with legacy on the line
In the summer of 2025, the United States will become the epicentre of world football as it plays host to a seismic shift in the global game – the inaugural 32-team FIFA Club World Cup.
Here, Sports News Blitz takes a closer look at the upcoming tournament and what it means for football.
Premier League news: Manchester City vs Bournemouth – Five key battles and score prediction
FA Cup finalists and the 2023/24 Premier League winners Manchester City welcome Bournemouth to the Etihad on Tuesday night for their final home game of the 24/25 season.
With Champions League places very much up for grabs, Pep Guardiola’s charges will be licking their wounds in the aftermath of their FA Cup final defeat to Crystal Palace, while Bournemouth and head coach Andoni Iraola will be looking to secure a top 10 Premier League finish.
Sports News Blitz writer Tom Nichols takes a look at five key battles which could prove decisive in Tuesday night’s game alongside his score prediction.
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.
Man City vs Man Utd analysis: Five key battles to watch
The highly anticipated first Manchester derby of the season kicks off this Sunday afternoon.
Ruben Amorim and Pep Guardiola’s side each have a lot to prove in a match that may define their seasons.
Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo breaks down five key battles to watch in this high-stakes clash at the Etihad.
Podcast news: Emily Brobyn talks Man City’s title hopes and local radio
Emily Brobyn of BBC Radio Manchester was the special guest on the Sports News Blitz podcast’s seventh episode.
Emily offered her thoughts on the Premier League title race and her love for Erling Haaland.
She also discussed the strength of City’s squad and the importance of supporting local radio.
FA Cup final: Five battles Man Utd must win to beat Man City
The 2024 FA Cup final is set to ignite the footballing world as Manchester United and Manchester City prepare to renew their storied rivalry on the grandest stage of English football.