Benfica kicks off their campaign against Famalicao in the Primeira Liga, while newly promoted Santa Clara meets Estoril Praia. Farense and Moreirense look to secure early points, and Braga anticipates a confident start against Estrela Amadora. Exciting matchups promise thrilling football action across the board.
Sheffield United soared to the top of the Championship with a 3-1 victory over Coventry City. Frank Lampard acknowledged Sheffield's tactical strength, noting gaps in Coventry's game despite their possession. Key moments saw goals from Gustavo Hamer, Tyrese Campbell, and Rhian Brewster, alongside a late strike by Jack Rudoni for Coventry. Lampard emphasized the need for focus with Coventry in a playoff battle.
John Dalziel has taken on the role of assistant coach at Glasgow Warriors, bringing immediate changes to the team's coaching staff. Scott Forrest, previously known as Scotland 7s captain, takes over Dalziel's former position. These moves reflect strategic changes within the club’s leadership structure.
Gareth Ainsworth steps in as the new head coach of Shrewsbury Town, bringing a focus on team spirit and a winning mindset. Despite the challenges of rebuilding a struggling squad, his approach values culture over tactics. His run at the club faced ups and downs, and contractual elements led to an unexpected switch to Gillingham in March 2025, leaving behind a mixed legacy.
Chelsea holds a £5 million opt-out clause in their agreement with Manchester United for Jadon Sancho, allowing them to avoid a permanent transfer. Despite his strong start in 2023, Sancho's recent performances have been underwhelming. Man Utd, currently focused on rebuilding, looks to sell him after investing £73 million in 2021. Chelsea is exploring their options but might still proceed with the transfer to negotiate a future profitable sale.
Lando Norris led the charge in Friday's only practice session at the 2025 Chinese Grand Prix, outperforming Charles Leclerc and Oscar Piastri. With a revamped Shanghai circuit providing ample grip, Norris clinched the fastest lap at 1:31.504, leaving Leclerc and Piastri trailing. The session saw excitement with a red flag incident due to Jack Doohan's power steering issues, while Max Verstappen faced challenges finishing in 16th.
UFC returns to London with an exciting card featuring a light heavyweight bout between Jan Blachowicz and Carlos Ulberg. Scheduled for March 2025 at the iconic O2 Arena, the event promises enticing match-ups including Edwards vs. Brady. While odds favor Ulberg, Blachowicz's experience might offer surprises. Fans await an evening full of thrilling action.
Gibbs-White, the Nottingham Forest captain, initially faced disappointment at being left out of Thomas Tuchel's first England squad. However, an unexpected call-up after Cole Palmer's injury changed the atmosphere. Emphasizing Tuchel's effective communication and relationship-building approach, Gibbs-White is ready to showcase his best form in the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
Gennaro Gattuso, the current manager of Hajduk Split and former Rangers player, has denied rumors about his potential appointment as manager at Rangers. During a heated live interview, Gattuso reacted strongly to questions about the job, amid Rangers' ongoing search for a new manager after Philippe Clement's departure. Other names in the mix include Russell Martin, Steven Gerrard, and Jose Mourinho.
Manchester United cruised into the Europa League quarter-finals with a commanding 4-1 win over Real Sociedad, led by a hat-trick from Bruno Fernandes. After falling behind early, United bounced back with two penalties and a precise finish from Fernandes. Diogo Dalot added another, securing a 5-2 aggregate victory and setting up a showdown with Lyon.
