Premier League news: Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City – Five key battles and score prediction

Premier League news: Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City – Five key battles and score prediction

High-flying Nottingham Forest host reigning Premier League champions Manchester City on Saturday in a match that could have huge ramifications for Champions League qualification.

Sports News Blitz writer Jon Shea considers five key battles to anticipate at the City Ground and offers a score prediction.

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Championship news: Portsmouth vs Leeds Utd – Five key battles and score prediction

Championship news: Portsmouth vs Leeds Utd – Five key battles and score prediction

This weekend sees struggling Portsmouth welcome league leaders Leeds United to Fratton Park for an intriguing Championship clash.

Sports News Blitz writer Samuel Leasley considers five key battles to anticipate in Sunday’s fixture and offers a score prediction.

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WSL news: A radical shift? The debate over relegation in the Women’s Super League
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WSL news: A radical shift? The debate over relegation in the Women’s Super League

The Women’s Super League has undergone significant transformation in recent years, fueled by increased investment, media attention, and growing fan engagement.

Now, a major restructuring proposal could reshape the league’s future - one that involves scrapping relegation entirely.

But is this the right move?

Sports News Blitz writer Claudia Jones explores the potential impact of this controversial change.

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Premier League betting tips: Bournemouth are bankrupting bettors, Man Utd and Arsenal are striker-less - What could go wrong?

Premier League betting tips: Bournemouth are bankrupting bettors, Man Utd and Arsenal are striker-less - What could go wrong?

The Bookie Basher thinks with blunt attacks and VAR officials with the foresight of a defrosting lasagne, this weekend could be another rollercoaster for punters.

11/4, 2/1 and 21/20 winners last weekend. Sports News Blitz readers, are you not entertained?

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Sunshine on Leith erupts as Hibs win Edinburgh derby at Easter Road

Sunshine on Leith erupts as Hibs win Edinburgh derby at Easter Road

Scottish side Hibernian FC offered some tear-jerking post-match celebrations following a tense derby win over Hearts of Midlothian FC on Sunday.

The game culminated in a 2-1 win for the Hibbies, with centre-back Jack Iredale rifling one past Craig Gordon in the 74th minute to give his side the lead and secure his first-ever goal for the club.

Following the match, an electric rendition of ‘Sunshine on Leith’ vibrated through the Edinburgh stadium for the second time in consecutive weekends, following Hibs’ victory over Celtic last Saturday.

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Women’s Super League analysis: Man Utd v Leicester City key battles and prediction

Women’s Super League analysis: Man Utd v Leicester City key battles and prediction

We get as excited by the Women’s Super League as the English Premier League here at Sports News Blitz, and have taken on a new writer to cover Manchester United’s season.

Claudia Jones is doing a Sports Management degree at Loughborough University - but also plays the beautiful game, having represented Liverpool FC and Wales U17s and U19s.

She also does football coaching - but is now turning her hand to writing about the game she loves, and will be previewing Manchester United’s games on a weekly basis.

Here, she looks at five key battles on the pitch, and provides a prediction for the game.

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Man Utd news: Alejandro Garnacho’s reaction raises questions about Ruben Amorim’s authority at Manchester United

Man Utd news: Alejandro Garnacho’s reaction raises questions about Ruben Amorim’s authority at Manchester United

Manchester United’s 3-2 victory over Ipswich should have been a moment of relief for Ruben Amorim.

However, Alejandro Garnacho’s dramatic response to his first-half substitution has shifted the post-match discussion towards the manager’s control over his dressing room.

In this article, Sports News Blitz writer and suffering Manchester United fan Noah Ngcobo examines the fallout from Garnacho’s reaction and what it means for Amorim’s authority at the club.

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Man Utd news: Survival stakes - Manchester United and Ipswich Town clash in crucial relegation battle

Man Utd news: Survival stakes - Manchester United and Ipswich Town clash in crucial relegation battle

Manchester United welcome Ipswich Town to Old Trafford for a midweek Premier League clash that carries far more weight than anyone could have predicted at the start of the season.

Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo examines how England’s most successful club finds itself in an unexpected battle for survival.

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England Women face crucial test against Portugal in Nations League

England Women face crucial test against Portugal in Nations League

As the clock ticks down to England's UEFA Women's Nations League opener against Portugal tonight - Friday, February 21 - the Lionesses find themselves at a pivotal point.

After a year marked by inconsistent performances and key player injuries, this match isn't just about points - it's about setting the tone for their European title defence this summer.

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Premier League betting tips: Enzo Fernandez to score, and Darwin Nunez to do something…probably

Premier League betting tips: Enzo Fernandez to score, and Darwin Nunez to do something…probably

In this article, Sports News Blitz writer The Bookie Basher takes a hilarious yet insightful look at this weekend’s Premier League betting, backing Enzo Fernandez to score and Darwin Nunez to - well, hopefully - find the target.

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Chelsea news: Enzo Maresca’s five selection headaches that expose the Blues’ chaos
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Chelsea news: Enzo Maresca’s five selection headaches that expose the Blues’ chaos

In the space of just under a week, Chelsea have been knocked out of the FA Cup and overtaken in the race for Champions League qualification, dropping to sixth in the Premier League table.

As a result of back-to-back defeats to Brighton - the latter a humiliating 3-0 demolition - pressure has begun to mount on head coach Enzo Maresca, whose young side has won just two of their last nine league games.

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Premier League news: What we learnt from Tottenham’s 1-0 win over Man Utd

Premier League news: What we learnt from Tottenham’s 1-0 win over Man Utd

Tottenham Hotspur secured a narrow win against Manchester United in a closely contested Premier League tie at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Sports News Blitz writer Christian Willis walks us through the game's key talking points, including a key player netting on his return from injury, Tottenham's resurgence, and Manchester United's injury crisis.

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Man City’s collapse: Just How Crucial Is Rodri to Pep Guardiola’s team?

Man City’s collapse: Just How Crucial Is Rodri to Pep Guardiola’s team?

Manchester City have been without Rodri since September 2024, and his absence has been impossible to ignore.

The Spanish midfielder suffered a season-ending injury during a heated Premier League clash against Arsenal - a moment that shifted the course of City’s campaign.

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A grand farewell: The final Merseyside Derby at Goodison Park delivers unforgettable drama

A grand farewell: The final Merseyside Derby at Goodison Park delivers unforgettable drama

Goodison Park’s last-ever Merseyside Derby hosted a 2-2 draw that encapsulated why football is so widely adored.

In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo looks back at how the game unfolded, and why it will be remembered for time.

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Chelsea news: Chelsea’s striker gamble backfires as Nicolas Jackson’s injury exposes attacking crisis

Chelsea news: Chelsea’s striker gamble backfires as Nicolas Jackson’s injury exposes attacking crisis

Chelsea's attacking woes have deepened with the news that Nicolas Jackson, their primary striker, is sidelined until April due to a hamstring injury.

The timing couldn’t be worse, with Enzo Maresca already navigating an inconsistent season.

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Premier League betting tips: Kai Havertz’s injury and Man Utd on the glass mountain in moccasin slippers

Premier League betting tips: Kai Havertz’s injury and Man Utd on the glass mountain in moccasin slippers

The Premier League has a knack for throwing up curveballs, and this week’s twist is the injury news surrounding Kai Havertz, leaving Arsenal in a bit of a bind.

Meanwhile, Manchester United continue their slippery climb up the metaphorical "glass mountain," wearing those all-too-comfortable moccasin slippers.

Here, Sports News Blitz’ Bookie Basher takes a look at what’s on the cards this week, and whether Havertz’s absence and United’s struggles can help us cash in.

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Brighton vs Chelsea: Five key battles and score prediction for Premier League clash

Brighton vs Chelsea: Five key battles and score prediction for Premier League clash

While Chelsea hope to cling on to that crucial fourth spot in their bid for Champions League qualification, Brighton will be looking to do the double over the Blues and re-enter the tight race for European football next season.

Sports News Blitz’s resident Chelsea expert Henry Eccles analyses five key battles and gives his score prediction for the Premier League match.

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