Club World Cup news: Meet the European representatives
Saturday, June 14 marks the start of the Club World Cup, and after covering the five other confederations, we now turn our attention to the final stop - Europe.
UEFA has 12 teams competing in the competition and while many of the participants are self explanatory, there are a number of teams that have benefitted from the limitation of two teams per country.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Samuel Leasley introduces our lesser known European contingent (and debutants) participating and explores which teams could spoil the party of the top Champions League-winning teams.
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.
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.
Champions League betting tips: PSG vs Inter Milan – Martínez to score, Dumfries to be carded
The Champions League final is upon us, with Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan set to do battle at the Allianz Arena in Munich on Saturday.
Here, Sports News Blitz tipster Ethan Pitts selects four bets that will help you cash in with the bookies one last time this season.
Champions League news: Have Paris Saint-Germain finally found the winning formula?
Since the Qatari takeover in 2011, Paris Saint-Germain have balanced superstar-filled squads with impressively consistent Champions League failure, but current manager Luis Enrique seems to have found a way to craft the club into an effective team.
Sports News Blitz writer Gabriel Mills takes a look at PSG’s chances in the final.
England news: Mary Earps announces retirement from international football ahead of Lionesses Euros title defence
Mary Earps, the commanding presence between the posts for England, has announced her retirement from international football, just five weeks before the Lionesses begin their European Championship defence in Switzerland.
Soccer news: Five players who could win the Ballon d’Or this year
As the end of another season approaches, things are heating up in the conversation around the Ballon d’Or, with players such as Mohamed Salah, Raphinha, and Ousmane Dembélé eyeing up the famous prize.
Sports News Blitz writer Alec Hayward takes a look at five players who could be crowned by France Football later this year.
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.
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.
Premier League news: Substitutes help Aston Villa to three points at relegated Southampton
Aston Villa beat basement boys Southampton 3-0 on Saturday, in the process becoming the first team in Premier League history to have three substitutes score in the same match.
Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce looks at how the subs changed the game at St Mary’s and what it means for Villa ahead of the run-in.
Premier League news: Aston Villa continue Champions League quest with win over Nottingham Forest
Aston Villa stifled a comeback to defeat high-flying Nottingham Forest 2-1 at Villa Park and continue their quest for Champions League football next season.
Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce examines what Saturday’s result means in the context of achieving a top-four spot.