Man Utd analysis: Erik ten Hag sacked, Ruud van Nistelrooy named interim manager

Man Utd analysis: Erik ten Hag sacked, Ruud van Nistelrooy named interim manager

After a dramatic defeat to West Ham at the weekend, Manchester United’s beleaguered manager Erik ten Hag was relieved of his duties on Monday.

Sports News Blitz’s Robert Bore recaps the end of Ten Hag’s tenure and discusses what lies ahead for the struggling Red Devils.

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Podcast news: Anil Kandola on Manchester United's struggles under Erik ten Hag

Podcast news: Anil Kandola on Manchester United's struggles under Erik ten Hag

Talksport’s Anil Kandola was the special guest on the latest episode of the Sports News Blitz podcast, in discussion with Sam Herd and Matthew Dudley.

Kandola delved into the lacklustre state of his beloved club and gave listeners a candid view of the struggles facing United as they navigate another difficult season.

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Man Utd analysis: Erik ten Hag sacked after loss to struggling West Ham

Man Utd analysis: Erik ten Hag sacked after loss to struggling West Ham

It was more of the same as Erik ten Hag and his miserable Manchester United team fell 2-1 at West Ham on Sunday, with the Dutchman finally getting the sack on Monday morning.

Sports News Blitz’s Robert Bore offers a post-mortem examination of the loss that proved to be the final straw in Ten Hag’s troubled tenure.

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Bristol City vs Leeds United analysis: Five key battles and score prediction

Bristol City vs Leeds United analysis: Five key battles and score prediction

Saturday lunchtime at Ashton Gate sees an intriguing clash between 10th-placed Bristol City and third-placed Leeds United.

Sports News Blitz’s Samuel Leasley considers five key battles to anticipate in the Championship match in Bristol.

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Premier League betting tips: Liverpool to stun Gunners, Cole Palmer to carry on scoring

Premier League betting tips: Liverpool to stun Gunners, Cole Palmer to carry on scoring

The Bookie Basher thinks Chelsea’s Cole Palmer will keep his army of Fantasy Football managers pleased with another top-notch turn against the Toon.

He also gives his predictions for Sunday’s tantalising tear-up between Arsenal and Liverpool at The Emirates.

That’s enough teasing for you - let’s get stuck in the tips…

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Manchester United and Jose Mourinho reunited in the Europa League

Manchester United and Jose Mourinho reunited in the Europa League

Manchester United’s trip to Istanbul to face Fenerbahce sees Jose Mourinho come up against his former side and their beleaguered manager Erik ten Hag in a fixture filled with history and intrigue.

Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo breaks down what to expect from the match.

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Ex-Liverpool frontman Andy Carroll ageing like fine wine at Bordeaux

Ex-Liverpool frontman Andy Carroll ageing like fine wine at Bordeaux

The Gateshead native, who first made his name at Newcastle United, joined fourth-tier Bordeaux in a surprise move a month ago.

Sports News Blitz’s Joe Grainger takes a look at Carroll’s career trajectory and its striking contrast to other veterans of the game.

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Man Utd analysis: Only time will tell if Brentford win is a turning point for Erik ten Hag

Man Utd analysis: Only time will tell if Brentford win is a turning point for Erik ten Hag

Manchester United gave under-pressure manager Erik ten Hag some breathing space with a come-from-behind win over Brentford at Old Trafford on Saturday.

Sports News Blitz writer Robert Bore picks through the bones of the victory…

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Liverpool vs Chelsea analysis: Five key battles and score prediction 

Liverpool vs Chelsea analysis: Five key battles and score prediction 

The pick of this weekend’s Premier League fixtures is a clash between Arne Slot’s high-flying Liverpool and Enzo Maresca’s entertaining Chelsea side.

Sports News Blitz’s Jon Shea takes a look at five key battles that may define where the game is won and lost.

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Leeds United vs Sheffield United analysis: Five key battles and score prediction

Leeds United vs Sheffield United analysis: Five key battles and score prediction

Friday night is set to hold a feisty Yorkshire derby as Sheffield United travel to Leeds United in the Championship.

Sports News Blitz’s Samuel Leasley considers five key battles to anticipate in the promotion clash at Elland Road.

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Liverpool vs Chelsea: Analysis, key stats, suggested bets and score prediction

Liverpool vs Chelsea: Analysis, key stats, suggested bets and score prediction

Anfield is primed for a thrilling Premier League battle on Sunday afternoon (4.30pm kick-off) as Liverpool welcome Chelsea, with both teams brimming with confidence.

Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo explores the key storylines and offers his predictions for this highly-anticipated match-up.

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England news: Thomas Tuchel targets World Cup glory after taking reins for Three Lions

England news: Thomas Tuchel targets World Cup glory after taking reins for Three Lions

Thomas Tuchel admitted ‘the target is to win the World Cup’ after officially taking the reins as England manager in a role that starts on January 1, 2025.

Sports News Blitz takes a detailed look at former Chelsea, PSG and Bayern Munich boss Tuchel's incredible career so far.

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Premier League betting tips: Man City and Liverpool to win, Kluivert to score

Premier League betting tips: Man City and Liverpool to win, Kluivert to score

The Bookie Basher returns to Sports News Blitz with his usual brand of insight, humour and Shakespeare.

After the tedium of the international break, the Premier League is back. Read on for betting tips and tricks involving all of the biggest teams.

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Fulham vs Aston Villa analysis: Five key battles and score prediction

Fulham vs Aston Villa analysis: Five key battles and score prediction

Fulham play hosts to Aston Villa in a 3pm Premier League showdown at Craven Cottage on Saturday, October 19, with the Londoners looking to build on their solid start to the season.

Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce considers five key battles ahead of the mouth-watering fixture.

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Leeds United vs Sheffield United: A look at the last three battles between Yorkshire rivals

Leeds United vs Sheffield United: A look at the last three battles between Yorkshire rivals

The Yorkshire derby between Leeds United and Sheffield United takes place at Elland Road on Friday, and it is the first meeting between these clubs since 2021.

Sports News Blitz writer Harry Whitfield looks back on the previous three meetings between the Championship rivals.

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