Melanie Gervasoni
Melanie is a freelance writer covering sports news, major event analysis, and match previews/reviews. Her articles feature athlete perspectives and insightful commentary on the latest developments across the sporting world.
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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...
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...
08
Apr
The Aintree Bowl odds for 2026 will once again shape expectations for one of the standout Grade 1 races at the Grand National Festival. With leading chasers stepping up after Cheltenham, Aintree Bowl betting offers a mix of short-priced favourites and value outsiders.
On this page, you’ll find the latest Aintree Bowl betting odds, key betting markets, and how different wager types work ahead of the race.
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Aintree Bowl Odds
The 2026 Aintree Bowl is scheduled at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool on Thursday 9 April, with an advertised off time of...
08
Apr
A quarter‑final night under the lights at Estádio do Dragão awaits on Thursday 9 April (20:00 UK time) as FC Porto host Nottingham Forest in the UEFA Europa League.
The Portuguese champions have not lost at home in Europe this season and arrive full of belief after easing past VfB Stuttgart in the last‑16. Forest, meanwhile, are enjoying their first European campaign in three decades, having edged Midtjylland on penalties to reach the quarter‑finals.
When these sides met in the league phase last October the English club triumphed 2‑0 thanks to penalties from Morgan Gibbs‑White and Igor Jesus.
FC Porto vs Nottingham...