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.
Premier League betting tips: Brighton to beat Man Utd, Jack Grealish to keep shining at Everton, and more
Alright? How are we getting on?
Tough week for me personally. In fact, I’ve just had a text from my missus saying, “We need a chat this weekend about your immature behaviour.”
As if that’s going to happen during conker season.
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from the Premier League's TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting laureate - The Bookie Basher - including a huge game for Liverpool against Brentford.
Premier League on Sky Sports: Manchester United vs Brighton predictions, betting tips & preview
Old Trafford braces for another test as Manchester United welcome Brighton in this weekend’s Premier League clash, on Saturday, October 25.
The hosts arrive fresh from a shock win at Anfield, while the visitors continue to punch above their weight with an impressive unbeaten run.
Saturday’s showdown could prove pivotal in shaping both clubs’ European ambitions.
Sports News Blitz previews Man United vs Brighton with betting tips, stats, and predictions.
Premier League on Sky Sports: Arsenal vs Crystal Palace predictions, betting tips & preview
The Premier League serves up a capital clash this weekend, on Sunday, October 26 as Arsenal welcome Crystal Palace to the Emirates for an all-London affair.
The Gunners are unbeaten at home since May, while Palace cross the Thames in fine scoring form of their own.
Expect goals, grit, and a fair bit of south-London defiance on Super Sunday.
Sports News Blitz previews Arsenal vs Crystal Palace with betting tips, stats, and predictions.
Premier League on Sky Sports: Leeds United vs West Ham preview, betting tips & predictions
The Premier League returns to Elland Road this Friday night, October 24, as Leeds United host West Ham in a clash between two sides looking to shake off early-season struggles.
Both will see this as a chance to stabilise and build some momentum, though the pressure is beginning to mount on both dugouts.
Sports News Blitz previews Leeds United vs West Ham, with betting tips, stats, and predictions.
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.
What Spain’s dominance in Padel says about football’s debate between culture and investment
It has often been said, mainly by American sports commentators, that if the United States invested as much time and money in football (soccer) as it does in the NFL, the country could compete more effectively. And by compete they mean for the World Cup title.
It is a debate that has been had for years, and while many have dismissed the claim, could they actually compete? More investment means more success, right?
Looking at Spain's dominance in Padel, Sports News Blitz’s Vanely Barumire will try to get to the bottom of the age-old question: Is success in football based on culture or financial backing?
Inside the mind: How psychological skills are shaping football’s next generation
In this article, Sports News Blitz’s Ted Purcell kicks off our new series, ‘Inside the Mind,’ exploring the psychological side of sport - from mental resilience and confidence to the unseen habits that help athletes perform under pressure.
Liverpool vs Man Utd 1-2: Harry Maguire’s late winner helps United win at Anfield for the first time in nine years
Read on as Sports News Blitz Manchester United fan Robert Bore breaks down United’s first win over Liverpool at Anfield since 2016.
Premier League betting tips: Chelsea to win, Liverpool vs Man Utd to yield obvious results, and more
Is it just me, or do these international breaks now feel like they last longer than a Shawshank prison sentence?
Last Sunday was ridiculous. I was so bored without my fix of Premier League football that I ended up stripping the bed.
Can I also say that the people who make fitted sheets need to have a proper sit-down with the folk who make mattresses? Making the bed should not be like trying to put a swimming cap over a snooker table.
That aside, we are back, baby. Slack 6/1 Bet Builder winner for the column last time out, so let us see what this weekend brings.
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from the Premier League's TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting laureate - The Bookie Basher - including Liverpool’s crunch clash with Manchester United.
Liverpool vs Man Utd: Five key battles ahead of the Premier League clash at Anfield this weekend
Manchester United travel to Anfield this Sunday in what is a staple fixture in the English football calendar between both Premier League giants.
Sunday, October 19, at 4:30 pm will commence the 1000th anniversary Man United have faced Liverpool at Anfield.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Will Thomas looks at five key battles to look out for ahead of the big game.
What Next After the Front-of-Shirt Sponsorship Ban in the Premier League?
With the Premier League front-of-shirt sponsorship ban arriving next season, clubs are now having to explore new avenues. Here's what comes next.
Premier League power rankings after Gameweek 7: Nottingham Forest fall, Brentford on the rise despite loss to Man City, Arsenal top the table, and more
The 2025/26 Premier League table is looking very different since we last checked in. What a difference a couple of weeks can make.
Arne Slot and Liverpool have forgotten how to win, while Arsenal fans are once again allergic to humility now that they’re top of the table.
Nottingham Forest fans are telling their own manager he’s getting sacked in the morning after just six matches in charge, and they might be right.
Every week here on Sports News Blitz, betting expert George Dempsey will be compiling the only table that matters - our very own Premier League power rankings.
Man Utd news: Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s three-year pledge to Ruben Amorim sparks debate among fans
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has pledged to give under-pressure head coach Ruben Amorim three years to prove himself - a decision that has drawn mixed reactions from both supporters and analysts.
Speaking on The Business Podcast, produced by The Times and The Sunday Times, Ratcliffe said Amorim must show that he is a great coach within that period, insisting that football success takes time and cannot be achieved overnight.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo explores Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s comments further, and the ongoing discourse among Man United fans and the media.
Everton vs Crystal Palace - Five key takeaways as Everton end Crystal Palace’s unbeaten run
A last-minute goal from Everton’s Jack Grealish brought to an end the Eagles’ club-record winning run at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Iliman Ndiaye brought the Toffees level from the penalty spot after Daniel Munoz had given Palace a deserved lead going into the break.
It was a game where Palace could have been out of sight, but Everton took full advantage of their profligacy in front of goal and remained unbeaten at their new home.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Jon Shea takes a look at the five key takeaways from Sunday’s match.
EFL analysis: Steve Bruce sacked, Wrexham draw, Ipswich win derby and more
In a world where the Premier League dominates all the media, with hundred-million-pound fees and endless VAR controversy, the EFL seems somewhat overlooked at times.
Written by Sports News Blitz writer Charlie Gardner, here’s the first of a weekly series in which all the latest Football League excitement and drama can be found in one place, with a selection of the best moments, biggest results and maybe even who could be the next manager down at the job centre.
Premier League betting tips: Leeds to shock, Mohamed Salah to score against Chelsea, and more
Before we get down to some elite Premier League Bookie Bashing, can I just say that Lewis Cope is an absolute smash job at 7/2 to win Strictly Come Dancing this year.
He’s the best dancer in Hartlepool (I know this because I’m the third best) but he’s a genuinely nice lad as well and I guess it doesn’t hurt that he looks like a model. 7/2 is my early Christmas gift to you (I've had the lot on).
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from the Premier League's TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting laureate, the Bookie Basher, including Liverpool’s crunch clash with Chelsea.
Premier League on TNT Sports: Leeds Utd vs Tottenham preview, betting tips and best bets
The Premier League returns to Elland Road this weekend as Leeds United host Tottenham in a lunchtime kick-off that promises plenty of action.
Both sides are unbeaten in their last few outings, and with key trends emerging early in the season, this could be a pivotal clash for momentum.
Sports News Blitz previews Leeds United vs Tottenham, offering betting tips and stats.
Premier League on Sky Sports: Bournemouth vs Fulham preview, betting tips and predictions
Friday night lights are on at the Vitality Stadium as Fulham make the trip down from the capital to face a Bournemouth side quietly building momentum.
It’s not quite a top-of-the-table clash, but for punters and Premier League purists, there’s plenty to chew on here.
Sports News Blitz previews Bournemouth vs Fulham, providing betting tips and stats.