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Lucas Moura has been included in São Paulo’s squad for their match against Atlético-MG. The match is scheduled for Wednesday in the Brasileirão. Moura has previously voiced concerns about playing on artificial surfaces.
The Boston Celtics are aiming to strengthen their hold on the East as they prepare to face a struggling Golden State Warriors team. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Lakers are looking to distance themselves from the crowded middle of the West when they play the Houston Rockets. Both games are must-watch viewing.
Tottenham Hotspur’s Radu Dragusin spoke about the team’s draw against Liverpool. He noted the team’s defensive solidity and the importance of the point gained at Anfield. Liverpool manager Arne Slot addressed fan frustration after the match.
Atlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone has previewed the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg against Tottenham. Simeone explained how his side would handle their 5-2 lead from the first leg, insisting that Atlético need to score first. He highlighted that they need to “play the match where it is.”
Every English team has work to do to qualify for the Champions League quarter-finals. Six matches have resulted in four losses and no wins for English clubs. Chelsea, Spurs and Man City have to overturn three-goal deficits, while Liverpool have to come from behind; Arsenal and Newcastle are level in their ties.
Robert Lewandowski has eclipsed Lionel Messi by setting two Champions League records. Lewandowski now holds the record for scoring against 41 teams in the Champions League. He is also the oldest player to score twice in a Champions League knockout phase match.
Julián Álvarez played a key role in Atlético de Madrid’s Champions League tie against Tottenham. Álvarez scored a goal in the second leg after Atlético Madrid’s first leg victory.
Palmeiras and Botafogo will clash in an exciting Brasileirão match at Allianz Parque. Palmeiras are looking to continue their good form in the competition, while Botafogo are under pressure after recent negative results. The match pits teams with contrasting recent fortunes against each other.
Lerone Murphy and Movsar Evloev, who both have nine wins in the UFC, will headline UFC London in a featherweight fight at the O2 Arena. Several other British contenders are scheduled to participate, including Luke Riley, Mason Jones, and Michael ‘Venom’ Page. The winner of Murphy versus Evloev is likely to be the next contender for Alexander Volkanovski’s UFC title.
Joshua Zirkzee has reportedly asked his agent to secure a move away from Manchester United. This comes after the player has been left “discouraged and saddened” by his current role in the squad. Juventus are believed to be the frontrunners for Zirkzee’s signature.