Bayern Munich are set to face Atalanta Bergamo in the Champions League round of 16. Atalanta have proven to be a difficult opponent for Bundesliga teams. Josip Stanisic is particularly motivated, seeking to avenge a past defeat against the Italian side.
Sunderland lost to Port Vale in the FA Cup. A Newcastle fan and Alan Shearer tribute act, Ben Waine, settled the match. Sunderland’s Luke O’Nien almost scored an own goal.
The Dallas Cowboys have signed safety P.J. Locke to a one-year, $5 million deal. This move follows the signing of Jalen Thompson, as Dallas aims to address their secondary. Locke spent his six NFL seasons with the Denver Broncos.
American fans watching the Champions League this week will find the games are starting an hour later than usual in the United States. The reason comes down to the timing of daylight saving changes on opposite sides of the Atlantic. Most of Europe does not switch to daylight saving time until later in March.
Leicester City manager Gary Rowett is considering changes to the team to face Bristol City. This comes after he noticed the squad struggled to maintain energy levels during a three-game week. Fatigue was a factor in the defeat to Norwich.
Carlisle United are set to visit Aldershot Town. The match will be shown live in the Kingmoor Park Cumbria Lounge. Those not travelling to the EBB Stadium can still enjoy a matchday experience at home.
Hansi Flick has praised the Premier League’s quality and financial strength as Barcelona prepare for their Champions League round-of-16 first leg against Newcastle United. Flick acknowledged the challenge Newcastle will pose, highlighting the team’s passionate home support. Barcelona will be without several key players for the match.
Tottenham Hotspur will prioritise earning Premier League survival over Champions League progress, according to interim manager Igor Tudor. Spurs are preparing for their Champions League last 16 first leg away against Atletico Madrid. Tudor sees the game as a chance to change the mood and try a different approach for vital battles ahead.
Hull City will have forward Mohamed Belloumi in their squad for Tuesday’s Championship match at promotion rivals Wrexham. The 23-year-old has not played since sustaining a hamstring injury in the Tigers Boxing Day draw at Sheffield Wednesday. Hull are now only three points above Wrexham.
Aryna Sabalenka and Naomi Osaka will face each other in the Round of 16 at Indian Wells. This is a rematch eight years after their US Open meeting. Sabalenka has won her first two matches in straight sets.
