André Jardine, manager of América, could be facing his worst run with the club. América have not recorded three consecutive defeats in any Liga MX competition since Jardine’s arrival in the summer of 2023. The match against Querétaro will determine if América falls into its worst sporting crisis of the Jardine era.
Luke Fernandez is slated to make his main roster debut against Rodolfo Bellato at UFC 326. Fernandez, an undefeated prospect, is coming off a 15-second knockout victory in Dana White’s Contender Series. Bellato boasts a 94% takedown defence in his UFC tenure.
Tino Livramento will remain sidelined for Newcastle’s FA Cup tie against Manchester City. Eddie Howe confirmed that Livramento hasn’t trained with the team yet. Nick Woltemade is expected to be available after recovering from illness.
Dick Vitale is set to commentate at the NCAA First Four on truTV. He will be joined by Brian Anderson and Charles Barkley for one of the games. The First Four will take place on Tuesday, March 17 and Wednesday, March 18.
Iga Świątek has begun her Indian Wells campaign, facing qualifier Kayla Day in her first match. Maria Sakkari, Jelena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka are potential opponents for Świątek later in the tournament. Świątek is considered the favourite in her match against Day.
Max Holloway defends his BMF title against Charles Oliveira at UFC 326. The event takes place live from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The main card is scheduled for March 7, 2026.
MiLaysia Fulwiley is preparing to face South Carolina in the SEC Tournament semifinals. Fulwiley transferred to LSU after previously winning a national championship with South Carolina in 2024. She says she’s a new player with a new mindset.
Inter Miami are set to play DC United on Saturday. Inter Miami will be looking for consecutive away triumphs. DC United will be hoping to claim consecutive regular-season home victories for the first time since April to May of 2023.
Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black is heading back to the locker room against the Minnesota Timberwolves after appearing to hurt his lower back or hip in the first quarter. Black is coming off of a quad injury that held him out for two games earlier in the week. It remains to be seen if Black will return to the game.
The Minnesota Timberwolves (40-23) are set to host the Orlando Magic (33-28) at Target Center. Minnesota will be looking to extend a five-game win streak. Kyle Anderson is listed as questionable for the Timberwolves due to a knee injury.
