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Premier League: The Penultimate Matchday
It’s the penultimate matchday of the English Premier League season, and the battle for European spots is heating up. With just six points separating second place from seventh, the final fortnight promises a thrilling conclusion. Hit the Target, powered by Hollywoodbets, has you covered with the best bets for the…
Premier League: Crunch Encounters All Around in Matchday 36!
All eyes will be on Merseyside when Arsenal face off with Liverpool on a mission to secure a top-five finish and all but book their spot in next season’s Champions League. Over at St James’ Park, a titanic battle unfolds as fourth-placed Newcastle take on fifth-placed Chelsea. Both teams sit…
Preview: Liverpool are your 2024/25 EPL Champions!
Matchday 34 of the English Premier League delivered decisive moments that will shape the remainder of the season. Liverpool officially clinched the title, celebrating their historic 20th English league championship after a commanding victory over Tottenham. Meanwhile, Ipswich Town's fate was sealed, as they became the third team to suffer…
Discussion: The Premier League action keeps coming!
Matchday 22 kicks off Saturday after a dramatic midweek round. Arsenal's 2-1 win over Tottenham has closed the gap on league leaders Liverpool to just four points, setting up a crucial clash against seventh-place Aston Villa this weekend. Liverpool will aim to bounce back against Brentford in West London, while…
Preview: The latest instalment of the North London Derby
The North London Derby is back! A rivalry as old as time, as fiery as ever, is set to ignite the Emirates Stadium as Arsenal hosts Tottenham Hotspur. Despite defensive solidity on the road this season—conceding a league-low nine away goals—Tottenham has faced goalkeeping challenges. Guglielmo Vicario's ankle injury and…
Discussion: Is this the biggest week of Ange's Spurs tenure?
Facing Man United and Liverpool in the same week is a massive test. Do they have the squad depth to cope with the intensity? Can they build on their impressive win over Southampton and secure positive results against two giants of the game? Salah's incredible form at 32 is a…
Preview: The latest installment of the Manchester Derby!
The Manchester Derby on Sunday promises to be a fascinating clash between two clubs experiencing turbulent times. After a promising start under Ruben Amorim, Manchester United have hit a rough patch, losing their last two Premier League matches against Arsenal and Nottingham Forest respectively. The Red Devils currently sit 13th…
Discussion: Assessing the Premier League's Fiery Start
The Premier League has ignited into life this season, with Liverpool, under the astute guidance of Arne Slot, surging to the top of the table. In a surprising turn of events, Manchester City, the perennial title contenders, have encountered a rare dip in form. Completing the top four are Chelsea…
Preview: The opening round of league action for November 2024!
The sacking of Erik ten Hag seemed to ignite a fire under Manchester United. A defeat to West Ham United was swiftly followed up by a thrashing of Leicester City in the EFL cup. Whilst United are heavily linked with Sporting CP's Ruben Amorim, the Red Devils interim boss Ruud…
Preview: Premier League action returns this weekend!
After a two-week hiatus for international football, the Premier League is back this weekend. In this week's Hit The Target episode, we unpacked several key fixtures to keep an eye on during this round of fixtures and beyond. Can Man Utd Keep Brentford Out? How Will Liverpool Fare in Their…
Preview: The opening round of league action for October 2024!
Liverpool have assumed pole position in the Premier League race. Following a surprising loss to Nottingham Forest at Anfield, the Reds have rebounded with consecutive topflight victories. With a packed matchday 7 schedule this weekend prior to the international break, Arsenal and Manchester City will aim to keep the title…
Preview: The final round of league action for September 2024!
Manchester City, under the guidance of Pep Guardiola, remains the dominant force in the Premier League, vying for an unprecedented fifth consecutive title. Their last gasp equalizer against Arsenal maintained their undefeated start to the season. We take a look at their clash with Newcastle this weekend and more in…
Manchester City and Arsenal headline the fifth round of EPL action!
The Premier League's two most formidable sides, Manchester City and Arsenal, are set to collide in a highly anticipated match. While City have been the dominant force in recent years, Arsenal's recent form and defensive solidity suggest that this fixture could be a much closer contest than many anticipate.
Who will take their place in the MTN8 final?
The MTN8 semi-finals have delivered drama, upsets, and a taste of what's to come in the 2024-25 season. Stellenbosch stunned Mamelodi Sundowns, while Cape Town City fought back from behind to draw with Orlando Pirates. We unpack the second-leg where it's all to play for!
MTN8 Battle Royale: Giants Collide!
Get ready for a thrilling week of football as the MTN8 semi-finals take center stage! The defending champions Orlando Pirates face off against Eric Tinkler's Cape Town City. African powerhouse Mamelodi Sundowns will lock horns with the high-flying Stellenbosch FC. Can Sundowns maintain their dominance, or will Stellenbosch pull off…
Kaizer Chiefs: A Dynasty in Decline?
In this week's #HitTheTarget episode, we're turning our focus to the once-mighty Kaizer Chiefs. A club steeped in history and tradition, Chiefs have seen better days. We'll be dissecting the factors contributing to their recent struggles and exploring potential paths to redemption.
Discussion: The quarter-finals of EURO 2024!
In this week's #HitTheTarget episode, football analysts Marc Strydom and Siphesihle Soni preview the quarter-finals of EURO 2024, featuring the match between Spain, who have been dominant so far, and the host nation Germany!
Discussion: Expect the unexpected at EURO 2024!
In this week's #HitTheTarget episode, European football analyst Nigel Naicker offers his hot take on EURO 2024 touching on a faltering England, silky Spain, and rampant Germany!
Discussion: How far will England go in the upcoming Euro's ?
In this week's #HitTheTarget episode, our panel discusses formations, tactics and Gareth Southgate's selection as the Three Lions prepare for a massive Euro 2024 campaign!
Discussion: The rise of Bafana Bafana under Hugo Broos
In this week's #HitTheTarget episode, our panel discusses the rise of Bafana Bafana under the leadership of Belgian tactician Hugo Broos, as the national team gears up for their World Cup qualifiers against Nigeria and Zimbabwe respectively!