Coronation Street is once again bracing itself for turmoil as Maggie Driscoll proves that old habits die hard. Just weeks after promising to turn over a new leaf,

the formidable Driscoll matriarch is back to stirring conflict, setting off a chain of events that threatens to fracture friendships, business partnerships,

and family loyalties across the cobbles. Maggie’s recent vow to change came in the wake of a sobering family crisis. After learning that her son Ben

had developed serious heart problems—conditions doctors suggested could have been exacerbated by prolonged stress—Maggie appeared genuinely shaken. For the first time, she seemed to acknowledge that her relentless confrontations and constant feuding might be doing real harm to the people she loves most. Her promise to keep the peace felt sincere, even hopeful.

But peace has never sat comfortably with Maggie Driscoll.

In upcoming scenes, it becomes clear that while Maggie may have tried to rein in her temper, resentment continues to simmer just beneath the surface. At the heart of her latest outburst is the Rovers Return, the pub she has fought tooth and nail to protect—and the growing sense that she is being deliberately pushed out of the business by Leanne Battersby and her sister, Eva Price.

A Business Deal That Reopens Old Wounds

Maggie remains deeply aggrieved over Leanne’s recent offer to buy out her share of the Rovers. While the proposal was framed as a straightforward business move, Maggie knows better. She is convinced the offer was orchestrated behind her back, with Eva quietly pulling the strings in a calculated attempt to reclaim control of the pub and force Maggie aside.

To Maggie, this is not just business—it’s betrayal.

The situation takes a dramatic turn when Alya Nazir drops by the Rovers, unaware that she is about to be dragged into Maggie’s latest scheme. Seizing the moment, Maggie casually mentions Leanne’s offer, delivering the revelation with barely concealed satisfaction. Her smugness only grows when it becomes obvious that Alya knows nothing about Leanne’s plans.

The bombshell lands hard.

Alya Blindsided by the Truth

As Maggie knows all too well, Alya and Leanne are business partners at Speed Daal. Despite some early challenges, the two women have worked hard to build a functional, respectful partnership. From Alya’s perspective, things have been going well. There has been no suggestion that Leanne was considering walking away—or risking the restaurant’s future.

Learning that Leanne was prepared to sell her stake in Speed Daal in order to pursue a new opportunity at the Rovers feels like a profound betrayal. Alya is left reeling, suddenly forced to confront the possibility that she could have been left high and dry without warning.

Insiders reveal that Alya’s anger is immediate and intense. The realization that Leanne had been exploring such a major move without consulting her cuts deep, particularly given their long and complicated shared history.

“It’s not just about business for Alya,” a source explains. “Leanne was once in a serious relationship with Alya’s late father, Kal. That connection still matters. So any sense of being sidelined or deceived is going to hit very close to home.”

Leanne Caught Between Loyalty and Guilt

For Leanne, the situation is far from straightforward. While her actions may appear duplicitous from Alya’s point of view, the reality is layered with emotional conflict. Leanne has always been fiercely loyal to her sister Eva, and Eva’s desperation to regain stability and control at the Rovers placed Leanne in an impossible position.

Helping Eva felt like the right thing to do—but it came at a cost.

Leanne now finds herself facing the fallout of a decision she hadn’t yet fully acted on, exposed before she had the chance to explain herself. Alya’s fury threatens to unravel not only their business partnership but also the fragile trust between them.

Viewers can expect tense confrontations, painful conversations, and a reckoning that forces Leanne to confront the consequences of trying to please everyone at once.

Maggie’s Mask Slips—Again

While Maggie has technically kept her promise to avoid open warfare—especially after Ben warned her that the constant Driscoll family drama was pushing him to the brink—her restraint is paper-thin. Those close to her notice the effort it takes for Maggie not to snap at Eva, every interaction brimming with unspoken hostility.

Her conversation with Alya, however, exposes the truth: Maggie has not let go of her grudges. She remains deeply resentful of both Eva and Leanne, and she is more than willing to exploit fault lines in their relationships if it serves her interests.

“Maggie tells herself she’s just being honest,” an insider reveals. “But she knows exactly what she’s doing. She knows when to drop a comment, when to let a secret slip, and when to stand back and watch the damage unfold.”

The Calm Before the Storm

Although Maggie appears to be on her “best behavior” for now, her latest maneuver suggests it’s only a matter of time before she causes further chaos at the Rovers. The pub has always been a battleground for power struggles, and Maggie’s refusal to step aside ensures the tension will continue to escalate.

The question is no longer whether Maggie will spark more conflict—but who will be caught in the crossfire next.

Will Alya confront Leanne and demand answers, risking the future of Speed Daal? Can Leanne repair the damage before it’s too late, or has Maggie succeeded in driving a permanent wedge between them? And how long can Maggie maintain even a semblance of restraint before her vendettas spill over into all-out war?

Life on the Cobbles Grows More Volatile

One thing is certain: life on Coronation Street is never dull when Maggie Driscoll is involved. Her presence guarantees drama, and her actions continue to ripple outward, affecting everyone who crosses her path.

As Weatherfield braces for the fallout, viewers are left watching with equal parts dread and anticipation. Maggie may have promised to change—but if recent events are anything to go by, chaos is never far behind.

And in Coronation Street, chaos always comes at a cost.