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.
News
07
Mar
The Madrid derby moves to European football's grandest stage as city rivals Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid prepare to face off in the second leg of their Champions League Round of 16 tie. With Real Madrid holding a 2-1 advantage from the first leg, the stage is set for another chapter in one of football's most intense rivalries.
Carlo Ancelotti's defending European champions established their narrow lead at the Santiago Bernabéu on March 4th, but Diego Simeone's Atletico will hope the Metropolitano's fiery atmosphere can inspire a comeback. Real Madrid aim to maintain their dominance in this fixture, while Atletico...
06
Mar
Few would have predicted this scenario at the season's outset. Nottingham Forest sitting third in the Premier League table, Manchester City trailing in fourth, and just a single point separating the two sides as we enter March. The conventional order of English football has been upended in the most unexpected fashion.
The City Ground prepares to host what might be the most improbable top-four clash in Premier League history this Saturday. Forest's ascent continues to surprise even the most optimistic of their supporters, while City's relative struggles have raised questions about their once-unassailable dominance.
With Guardiola facing a mounting defensive crisis...
26
Feb
Desperate times call for desperate measures at the King Power, with Leicester sacking two coaches ahead of Thursday's crucial trip to the London Stadium. The Foxes, anchored in 19th and sinking fast, face a West Ham side suddenly optimistic after their shock 1-0 win over Arsenal.
Key Details
Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025
Kick-off: 20:30 (UK Time)
Venue: London Stadium
Where to Watch: TNT Sports
Current Form: West Ham Finding Their Feet While Leicester Struggle
West Ham's Season
Graham Potter's Hammers have endured a rollercoaster campaign that sees them perched precariously in 16th position, hovering slightly above the dreaded drop zone. Their 30-point...
26
Feb
The Cheltenham Festival and the Aintree Grand National are two crown jewels of UK jump racing, but they differ greatly in format and focus. The Cheltenham Festival is a four-day event featuring 28 races, including multiple Grade 1 championship races, whereas the Grand National at Aintree is centred on a single, marathon steeplechase.
In this analysis, we take an informative, side-by-side approach – not to declare a “winner,” but to understand how and why each event stands out in terms of prestige, challenges, fan experience, and attractiveness for bettors.
Prestige and History
The Cheltenham Festival
Cheltenham is widely regarded as the pinnacle of...
21
Feb
Britain's horse racing calendar features two distinct disciplines. Flat racing's main season runs from spring to autumn (April to October), with horses competing on level courses. National Hunt (jump racing) dominates from autumn through spring (October to April), with horses tackling hurdles and steeplechase fences.
While racing happens almost daily across Britain's dozens of racecourses, some events stand out. Below is an overview of major UK horse racing events – their history, significance, key details, and what makes each unique.
The Grand National
The Grand National is a four-mile battle of endurance where horses and riders face 30 fences, each with its...
17
Feb
A midweek Premier League match clouded in controversy arrives at Villa Park, as eighth-placed Aston Villa host league leaders Liverpool in a fixture that neither side wanted at this juncture of their campaigns.
Villa's frustration at the Premier League's rejection of their rescheduling request adds an extra edge to an already charged encounter. The club faces a punishing schedule of five matches in 14 days, while having just one Premier League fixture in the whole of March. This scheduling could prove decisive in how both teams approach the match.
Key Details
Date: Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Kick-off: 19:30 (UK Time)
Venue:...