Aston Villa's hopes for a top-four finish were dented after a 1-1 draw against Ipswich Town at Villa Park. Despite Ipswich's Axel Tuanzebe being sent off with a red card, Liam Delap gave them a surprise lead. Ollie Watkins scored an equalizer, but Alex Palmer's exceptional saves helped Ipswich secure a draw. This result, coupled with Fulham's win, pushed Villa down to ninth place.
Wigan Warriors faced a surprising defeat against Leigh Leopards in the opening match of the 2025 Super League season. With 21,748 fans in attendance, the record-breaking game ended in an unprecedented 1-0 victory for Leigh, after being the first 0-0 match at full time since 1993. This marked a significant milestone as it was Leigh's first win over Wigan at their home ground in 42 years.
In a thrilling final ODI, India faces England at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium, hoping to complete a series sweep. England, opting to field first, saw India reach 65/1 by the 12th over, with Virat Kohli contributing 27 runs. With Kohli's form in focus and England's middle-order woes, the match carries high stakes, streaming live on major platforms.
Norwich City suffered a 0-1 defeat to Preston North End at Carrow Road, with Milutin Osmajić scoring the game's only goal in the 35th minute. Norwich dominated possession but faltered in finishing, epitomized by Adam Idah's missed opportunity in stoppage time. The win boosts Preston's standings, bringing them within five points of the play-off positions.
The Philadelphia Eagles triumphed over the Kansas City Chiefs with a 40-22 win in Super Bowl LIX, shattering Patrick Mahomes' dream of a third straight title. Tom Brady, now a FOX analyst, candidly assessed the loss's long-term implications on Mahomes' legacy, citing his own Super Bowl defeats. Key highlights included DeJean's pick-6 and standout performances by the Eagles' defense.
Saquon Barkley set a new NFL record for most rushing yards in a single season, including postseason, during Super Bowl LIX. With 2,447 total yards, Barkley's standout debut season with the Eagles included 2,005 regular-season yards and 442 playoff yards, earning him the AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year. His record-breaking feat justified the Eagles' decision to bring him on board.
UFC 312 delivered thrilling battles with Aljamain Sterling retaining his bantamweight title in a closely contested split decision against Sean O'Malley. The event stirred controversy as fighters like Dvalishvili and Topuria showcased their prowess. Fans are eager for a potential rematch between Sterling and O'Malley, setting the stage for more intense action.
The much-anticipated FA Cup fifth-round draw is set for 10 February 2025, broadcast live on BBC's 'The One Show'. Hosted by Kelly Somers, with football icons Alex Scott and Theo Walcott drawing the teams, fans can catch the action live or via social media. Notable matches like Manchester United vs. Leicester City promise thrilling fixtures for the weekend of 1-2 March.
Birmingham City, flying high on an unbeaten streak, are poised to challenge Newcastle United in the FA Cup's fourth round. Despite Newcastle's recent achievements, historical trends and current injuries could tip the scales in Birmingham's favor. Analyst Jones Knows suggests betting on Birmingham's qualification at attractive odds.
In the FA Cup Fourth Round, Bournemouth clinched a 3-2 victory over Everton with Philip Billing's standout performance, while Newcastle narrowly beat Birmingham 2-1, thanks to Joe Willock's winning goal. Ipswich dealt a crushing 4-0 defeat to Coventry, intensifying pressure on Frank Lampard. Manchester United and Brighton also secured hard-fought wins.
