England news: Football legend Fran Kirby retires from international football ahead of England’s Euros title defence

England news: Football legend Fran Kirby retires from international football ahead of England’s Euros title defence

Football legend, Francesca Kirby, has closed the curtains on an illustrious international career for England.

Fran Kirby’s announcement comes not even a week after another announcement shocked the football world - Mary Earp’s own retirement from international football.

The Brighton midfielder made the shock announcement ahead of England's Euro 2025 campaign, and before Sarina Wiegman could even name her squad for the tournament - the 23 players will be revealed on Thursday, June 5.

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Paris, perfected: PSG’s historic night of glory in Munich

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.

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Champions League betting tips: PSG vs Inter Milan – Martínez to score, Dumfries to be carded

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.

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Champions League news: Have Paris Saint-Germain finally found the winning formula?
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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.

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Conference League final: Chelsea FC - European trophy collectors are at it again

Conference League final: Chelsea FC - European trophy collectors are at it again

Chelsea pulled a demolition job on Real Betis in the second half to overcome a 1-0 deficit at the break to run off into Polish midnight scenes - fresh European silverware in hand after a 4-1 triumph at the Stadion Wrocław.

With the Blues’ boss Enzo Maresca demonstrating that he is the man to take the Blues forward - let’s take a look at his reaction to the triumphant events of the final.

Here, Sports News Blitz’s Aidan Leo lays out the managerial reaction from Chelsea’s glorious night. 

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A shot at history: Chelsea face Real Betis in Conference League final with legacy on the line

A shot at history: Chelsea face Real Betis in Conference League final with legacy on the line

It’s not the European final Chelsea fans would’ve dreamt of a few years ago, but it’s a final that matters nonetheless.

On Wednesday night in Wroclaw, Poland, the Blues will face La Liga side Real Betis in the UEFA Conference League final - a shot at silverware, a shot at history, and a shot at restoring some pride after a turbulent few seasons.

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Chelsea news: Enzo Maresca faces final hurdle as Chelsea prepare for Conference League showdown against Real Betis

Chelsea news: Enzo Maresca faces final hurdle as Chelsea prepare for Conference League showdown against Real Betis

As Chelsea gear up for the UEFA Conference League final against Real Betis in Wroclaw, head coach Enzo Maresca finds himself navigating unexpected challenges both on and off the pitch.

In this article, Sports News Blitz deputy content editor Nicole Powell unpacks Enzo Maresca’s words ahead of the high-stakes game.

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Premier League news: Aston Villa’s European adventure isn’t over - Their Champions League time will come

Premier League news: Aston Villa’s European adventure isn’t over - Their Champions League time will come

Aston Villa's historic push for Champions League qualification came to a heart-wrenching end on the final day of the 2024/25 Premier League season, as they suffered a 2-0 defeat to Manchester United at Old Trafford.

The loss, coupled with a controversial disallowed goal, left Villa fans and players alike grappling with the agony of missing out on Europe's elite competition.

Here Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce examines Villa’s 2-0 defeat to Manchester United and how it may impact them next season.

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Man Utd news: Ruben Amorim promises ‘good days are coming’ despite major issues
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Man Utd news: Ruben Amorim promises ‘good days are coming’ despite major issues

Following Sunday’s controversial win over Aston Villa to end what has been a disastrous season, Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim promised fans at Old Trafford that the “good days are coming”.

Here, Sports News Blitz’s seasoned United fan Vanely Barumire offers her take on the struggling Red Devils.

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Premier League news: Five games that will define the final matchday of the season
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Premier League news: Five games that will define the final matchday of the season

There is still a lot to play for on the final day of the Premier League season, with Champions League qualification yet to be finalised and other European places up in the air too.

Sports News Blitz writer Matt Mckenry looks at five key games which are set to define the 38th gameweek and offers some predictions.

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Europa League news: What Tottenham’s title win means for Ange Postecoglou

Europa League news: What Tottenham’s title win means for Ange Postecoglou

In a Europa League final that promised huge ramifications for both Tottenham and Manchester United, it was the north London side that managed to get the job done as they picked up their first major trophy in 17 years.

Sports News Blitz writer Matt Mckenry takes a look at how Tottenham took home the title and considers Ange Postecoglou’s future at the club.

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Premier League betting tips: Sunderland fancied, Eze to rattle Reds, more Man Utd misery

Premier League betting tips: Sunderland fancied, Eze to rattle Reds, more Man Utd misery

While issues at the top and bottom of the Premier League have been resolved for a while, Champions League spots are still very much up for grabs as we head into a fascinating final round of matches on Sunday.

Three from Manchester City, Newcastle, Chelsea, Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest will join Liverpool and Manchester City in the CL promised land next season.

On Saturday’s it’s all up for grabs in the so-called 'richest game in football' as Sheffield United and Sunderland do battle at Wembley in the Championship playoff final.

As usual, Sports News Blitz tipster the Bookie Basher has got all the best betting angles covered for the weekend.

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Championship news: Sheffield Utd vs Sunderland – Five key battles and score prediction

Championship news: Sheffield Utd vs Sunderland – Five key battles and score prediction

Saturday sees the culmination of the Championship season as Sheffield United and Sunderland meet at Wembley to battle it out for a place in the Premier League.

Sports News Blitz writer Liam Caffry considers five key battles to anticipate in what is commonly regarded as the sport’s most lucrative match.

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Europa League news: ‘I always win things in my second year’ – Ange Postecoglou

Europa League news: ‘I always win things in my second year’ – Ange Postecoglou

In the late hours of May 21, under the bright lights of Bilbao’s Estadio de San Mamés, Tottenham Hotspur finally tasted long-awaited silverware that for 17 years has evaded the club and its fans.

Contrastingly, Manchester United’s season sank to new depths in what was already their worst season of the Premier League era.

Sports News Blitz’s Aidan Leo shares his insights on the Europa League final and the resulting managerial quotes and reaction.

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Europa League news: Tottenham Hotspur vs Manchester United - Live Europa League Final reaction

Europa League news: Tottenham Hotspur vs Manchester United - Live Europa League Final reaction

On the evening of May 21, Tottenham Hotspur dramatically clinched Europa League glory to the dismay and despair of Ruben Amorim and Manchester United.

Both teams were set for torrid season reflections regardless, but it’s Spurs that walk off into the sunset with some credence in an otherwise disastrous season.

Vicariously through Sports News Blitz’s Vanely Barumire, relive all the fluctuating emotions on the night as a die-hard Red Devils fan in reverse chronological order.

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