Jack Norris 
Thiago Almada is experiencing contrasting fortunes this season. While he is an important player for Argentina, he barely features for Atlético. This contrast raises questions about his future with the club.
Southampton have been wearing a yellow and blue kit during their FA Cup campaign. The change of kit happened for their FA Cup quarter-final clash. TNT Sports are broadcasting select FA Cup fixtures.
Jordan Walker’s defensive skills were highlighted when he threw a 100.6 mph assist to home plate. The throw marked the fastest-recorded assist by a Cardinal since 2015. Manager Oliver Marmol noted Walker is playing with more freedom, gaining confidence in his overall game.
The arrival of internet sensation KSI has made an immediate impact at Dagenham and Redbridge. Attendances have risen, and online interest has surged since he bought a minority stake in the club. Some fans say he has put the club ‘on the map’.
Kendall Wells made history by setting a new SEC single-season home run record. The OU Sooners softball team defeated Wichita State with a score of 12-3. Ausha Moore and Kammie Smith also contributed with home runs.
Southampton will face Arsenal in the Emirates FA Cup quarter-final. Martin Odegaard is set to captain Arsenal at St Mary’s. Odegaard is one of seven changes from the Carabao Cup final against Manchester City.
San Antonio Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama is making a push for the MVP award. Wembanyama scored 41 points and grabbed 18 rebounds in a win against the Golden State Warriors. Steve Kerr lauded Wembanyama’s confidence and dominance.
Arsenal are set to face Southampton in the FA Cup quarter-final. Arsenal have a strong record in the FA Cup against lower division teams. Southampton, however, are unbeaten in 14 games.
The Minnesota Wild have clinched a spot in the NHL playoffs. The Wild earned a bid 75 games in after clinching last year in the 82nd and final game of the regular season. They beat Vancouver 5-2 to get in.
Robert MacIntyre holds the lead at the Valero Texas Open, four shots ahead of Ludvig Åberg. The second round was suspended due to darkness and will conclude on Saturday morning. Starting times for the third round have been adjusted due to inclement weather.