Category Archives: Competitions

Preview: Manchester City vs Southampton – stats, team news, line-ups

By 11v11 Site Editor , 25th April 2026 at 8:32 AM (11v11 blog)

Manchester City are set to take on Southampton in the FA Cup semi-final later tonight, looking to bolster their chances of ending the season with a domestic treble. Wembley Stadium is set to host this pulsating contest, and while City will go in as overwhelming favourites, Pep Guardiola’s troops can’t afford to underestimate their Championship opposition. After putting Arsenal to the sword in the previous round, Southampton will fancy their chances of repeating that trick against another Premier League title…

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The Unexpected Reaction to Arsenal’s Title Push

By 11v11 Site Editor , 23rd April 2026 at 10:38 AM (11v11 blog)

Arsenal have lost their grip at the top of the table and now sit second, level on points with Manchester City. With just five games remaining, the title race has swung from control to uncertainty. You might expect rival fans to start warming to Arsenal’s push for the title. However, that hasn’t quite been the case. As highlighted in a recent analysis by The Guardian, many fans outside the gunners bubble remain reluctant to see them crowned champions. It raises…

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Premier League Records: Golden Boot, Most Assists & Big Six Form

By 11v11 Site Editor , 23rd April 2026 at 9:47 AM (11v11 blog)

There is still plenty to play for in the final five games of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign. The title race has taken a fresh twist with Manchester City leapfrogging Arsenal to go top of the table following a 1-0 victory over Burnley on Wednesday night. Both sides are level on points and goal difference, but City’s superior head-to-head record means they get the nod in the ranking. The top five race looks to have been decided, although a late…

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Four ways the 2026 World Cup is about to rewrite the script

By 11v11 Site Editor , 21st April 2026 at 10:11 AM (11v11 blog)

Football has a history of evolving its rules in ways that may seem minor initially but can lead to significant changes in the game. One notable example is the back-pass law, introduced in 1992, which transformed how goalkeepers interacted with play, reshaping match dynamics for years to come. As fans tune into football matches live today, they can appreciate how these changes have influenced the style and pace of the game we enjoy. As we approach the 2026 FIFA World…

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Sweden at the World Cup: History, decline and a chance for redemption in 2026

By 11v11 Site Editor , 16th April 2026 at 7:56 AM (11v11 blog)

It would be fair to say that Sweden’s qualification for the 2026 World Cup in North America has not met with universal approval. Sweden were woeful in qualifying, finishing bottom of their group behind Switzerland, Kosovo and Slovenia without winning a game. However, their performances in the Nations League handed them a back-door route to the World Cup via the play-offs and they have grasped the opportunity with both hands. Victories over Ukraine and Poland have fired Sweden into the…

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Before kick-off: How the FIFA World Cup 2026 field narrows to true contenders

By 11v11 Site Editor , 16th April 2026 at 7:27 AM (11v11 blog)

The 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada will be the most expansive international football tournament ever staged. It will be the first time three nations have hosted the event and the first to feature 48 teams. However, likely winners can be narrowed down to a handful of nations. Read on as we look at how the cream generally rises to the top in the World Cup and why that trend is expected to continue this summer.…

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World Cup 2026: Australia bidding to make a splash at the FIFA showpiece

By 11v11 Site Editor , 15th April 2026 at 12:56 PM (11v11 blog)

Australia will head into the 2026 World Cup this summer bidding to at least emulate their best ever results at the FIFA showpiece. They reached the round of 16 in 2006 and 2022, and were arguably unfortunate not to make further progress after being paired with the eventual winners on each occasion. Australia are rated as 6/4 shots to make it through to the knockout phase after being drawn alongside Turkey, United States and Paraguay in Group D. Read on…

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Leeds face huge opportunity in FA Cup

By 11v11 Site Editor , 15th April 2026 at 9:23 AM (11v11 blog)

Leeds United have long since been viewed as one of the biggest clubs in English football, even though their standing in the Premier League (and often below that) hasn’t always dictated success. Their glory days came many years ago and yet despite that, they continue to serve as one of the most obvious examples of what it means to have a loyal fanbase in the beautiful game. This season certainly hasn’t been the easiest for them, especially across the first…

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Staging the Champions League final could be a game-changer for Ireland

By 11v11 Site Editor , 15th April 2026 at 8:25 AM (11v11 blog)

The Republic of Ireland has traditionally been an afterthought when it comes to staging major football events, but that could be about to change. Dublin’s Croke Park reportedly wants to host the UEFA Champions League final, and the ambitious bid may well come to fruition over the next few years. Staging the final would generate major economic benefits, particularly for the tourism and hospitality industry in Dublin and the surrounding region. The gambling sector would also benefit, with online betting…

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Champions League: Smart Bets for 2025/26

By 11v11 Site Editor , 14th April 2026 at 7:55 AM (11v11 blog)

As we approach the summer months, football fans will be rubbing their hands together in anticipation, as there is a lot to look forward to this year. Of course, summer will see the World Cup and while all eyes will be on the home nations that have qualified, before then, there’s still a lot of footy action to wrap up. May is one of the most exciting months in the football calendar. Not only do we get to see who…

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