Football world news and reviews
17
Apr
Chelsea and Manchester United, two sides on sharply different trajectories, collide at Stamford Bridge on Saturday 18 April for the Premier League Matchweek 33. Kick-off is at 20:00 BST.
With both clubs under new managers (Liam Rosenior at Chelsea and Michael Carrick at Man United), both appointed in January 2026, this fixture carries enormous stakes.
Chelsea need points to keep their top-five hopes alive, while United are protecting a seven-point cushion over sixth and pushing to cement a Champions League return after missing European football entirely this season.
Chelsea vs Man United – Betting Odds
Below we break down the betting markets, explain...
17
Apr
This is the match the entire season has been building towards. On Sunday 19 April, Manchester City and Arsenal go head-to-head at the Etihad Stadium in a Premier League Matchweek 33 clash that could decide the title (kick-off 16:30 BST).
Arsenal lead the table on 70 points and 21 wins under their belt, but arrive reeling from a shock 1–2 home defeat to Bournemouth, their first league loss since January. Manchester City, fresh off a dominant 3–0 win at Chelsea, trail by six points with a game in hand. Win here, and Guardiola's side are right back in it. Lose,...
15
Apr
The city of the Renaissance sets the stage for the Europa Conference League quarter‑final second leg between Fiorentina and Crystal Palace.
On Thursday 16 April the sides renew hostilities at Stadio Artemio Franchi (kick‑off 21:00 local time, 20:00 BST) with the tie heavily tilted towards the visitors. Palace defeated the Viola 3‑0 in the first leg at Selhurst Park thanks to goals from Jean‑Philippe Mateta, Tyrick Mitchell and Ismaïla Sarr.
Now Fiorentina must conjure a memorable European comeback on home soil if they want to reach the semi-finals. Below we break down the Fiorentina vs Crystal Palace betting odds across popular...
15
Apr
The Europa League heads into the 2nd leg of the quarter-finals, as all the teams prepare to face each other one more time. The Nottingham vs FC Porto fixture is scheduled for Thursday, 16th April at 8:00 PM (UK time). All the action will take place at City Ground, Nottingham. But viewers in the UK can catch it live on TNT Sports.
After an intense tie in the first leg, this match will be a crucial deciding factor in determining who progresses to the semi-finals on aggregate. Are you interested in betting on this fixture? Here’s everything that you should...
15
Apr
Villa’s first leg encounter with Bologna in the quarterfinals ended in a thrilling 1–3 win. The Italian team maintained ball possession in the first half but couldn’t convert it into a goal until the very last minutes of the match. Villa’s Ollie Watkins responded with his second goal soon after, sealing a 1–3 win for his side.
Now, Villa hosts Bologna for the second leg on Thursday, 16th April. The match kicks off at 20:00 BST at Villa Park in Birmingham.
If you are interested in betting on this fixture, we give you the Aston Villa vs Bologna betting odds and...
14
Apr
The Champions League 2025/2026 continues its quarter-final stage, with four matches of leg 2 played between Tuesday, 14 April and Wednesday, 15 April. German Bayern Munich will host Spanish Real Madrid on 15 April at their home stadium of Allianz Arena in Munich. The kick off time is 8:00 pm. In the UK, you can watch it on TNT Sports 2 and HBO Max.
Leg 1 of the quarter-finals was played on 7 April in Madrid. The match ended with a 1 - 2 score, with Bayern Munich winning this stage. After leg 2, the team with a higher aggregate...
14
Apr
The first leg of the quarterfinal ended with a 0–1 win for Arsenal. The score remained 0–0 till 90 minutes, thanks to four excellent saves by Arsenal’s goalie, David Raya. Finally, in 90+1 minutes, striker Kai Havertz found Sporting Lisbon’s net, giving the Gunners a one-goal lead.
The Gunners now host the Portuguese team for the second leg on 15th April. The game kicks off at 20:00 BST at the Emirates Stadium.
If you are interested in betting on this fixture, we give you the Arsenal vs Sporting CP betting markets and odds below.
Arsenal vs Sporting CP Betting Odds
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13
Apr
There's no better stage than Anfield for Liverpool to try and claw back a two‑goal deficit. On Tuesday 14 April (20:00 BST) the Merseyside giants host Paris Saint‑Germain in the Champions League quarter‑final second leg.
Luis Enrique’s side carry a 2–0 advantage from the first leg after a shining Désiré Doué and Georgian winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia struck in the 11th and 65th minutes respectively, a performance described by Reuters as a dominant display that left Liverpool with "slim hope" for Anfield.
Arne Slot will need his side to show the relentless press and attacking verve the Kop demands. Below we break...
10
Apr
Chelsea prepares to host Manchester City as the Premier League slowly edges toward the end. Things are heating up as matchday 32 of 38 kicks off soon. The Chelsea vs Manchester City fixture is scheduled for Sunday, 12th April at 4:30 PM (UK time). While all the action will take place at Stamford Bridge, viewers in the UK can catch it live on Sky Sports or TNT Sports.
With 48 points, the hosts are in 6th position, while Citizens are runners-up in the League table with a whopping 61 points. Their last meeting in January ended with a tie. Looking...