The Philadelphia 76ers reached the 2026 playoffs, but did so without Joel Embiid. Embiid underwent an emergency appendectomy earlier this month. He has been ruled out for Game 1 against the Celtics, and no return date has been specified by head coach Nick Nurse.
Micah Richards has identified Ben White as a potential weak spot in Arsenal’s defence ahead of their match against Manchester City. Richards believes White’s form has dipped recently, which could be exploited by City’s attackers. He suggests that Manchester City will target White and pen Arsenal back.
The 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs continue Sunday with four games. Eight more teams begin their postseason journeys, including the Los Angeles Kings against the Colorado Avalanche, and the Montreal Canadiens versus the Tampa Bay Lightning.
The Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers are preparing to face off in the playoffs, adding another chapter to their storied rivalry. Key players include Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum for the Celtics, and Tyrese Maxey for the 76ers. Joel Embiid’s potential return after an appendectomy adds another layer to the matchup.
Nigel Winterburn has predicted Arsenal will win the Premier League this season. He believes Manchester City will finish second and Manchester United third. Winterburn also predicted Aston Villa and Liverpool will round out the top five.
Sporting and Benfica face off in a derby match that could have a decisive impact on the title race. The match is billed as a “derby of millions.” The result could also affect the Champions League qualification.
Pep Guardiola has said that Bernardo Silva’s upcoming departure from Manchester City will be a significant loss. Guardiola urged his side to give Silva the perfect send-off as he departs at the end of the season when his contract expires. Silva has scored 76 goals and made 77 assists in 451 appearances at City.
Mikel Arteta has named Kai Havertz in Arsenal’s starting XI for their match against Manchester City. Martin Ødegaard also returns to the starting lineup. Arsenal are aiming to keep their bid for a first league title in 22 years alive.
Rayan Cherki has become a key player for Manchester City in their pursuit of a domestic treble. The French international is now a regular in the team, impressing manager Pep Guardiola with his ‘free spirit’. Cherki’s resurgence follows a period where he was more often on the bench.
SC Freiburg defeated FC Heidenheim, impacting Heidenheim’s chances of remaining in the Bundesliga. Freiburg’s Johan Manzambi and Maximilian Eggestein scored, while Budu Zivzivadze scored for Heidenheim. Heidenheim are now seven points behind the relegation rank.