Séamus Coleman believes the Republic of Ireland have “a duty” to lift the country by qualifying for a World Cup finals for the first time since 2002. Ireland visit the Czech Republic in a World Cup playoff semi‑final. Coleman insists recent history will be forgotten in Prague and he has urged the team to finish the job.
The Los Angeles Lakers will face the Indiana Pacers after their nine-game winning streak was snapped. DeAndre Ayton has been ruled out for the contest due to back soreness. The Lakers will also be without Marcus Smart and Rui Hachimura.
Pernille Harder scored in Bayern Munich’s Women’s Champions League match against Manchester United. Harder’s goal puts her level with Hanna Ljungberg with 11 quarter-final goals in the competition. Only Marta has more.
Torquay United Women and Forest Green Rovers played out a 1-1 draw. A late equaliser from Tee Kaptein secured a point for United against promotion rivals Forest Green Rovers. Hattie Jones scored for Forest Green.
Rochdale AFC has announced trial dates for its academy teams, covering age groups from Under-8s to Under-16s. Trials will take place at Platt Lane Sports Complex across three dates in April. The future of the boys’ youth development programme depends on the first team’s divisional status for the 2026/27 season.
The Seattle Seahawks have a need to resolve their running back position. They hosted former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris on a free agent visit. Harris also plans to visit the Raiders.
Jiri Lehecka has continued his strong run at the ATP Masters 1000 Miami. He secured victory over Martin Landaluce. Tommy Paul also progressed, defeating Arthur Fils.
Chris Mack has stepped down as head men’s basketball coach at College of Charleston. He is leaving to accept the same position at the University of South Florida. Mack led the Cougars for two seasons, compiling a 45-20 overall record.
Misfits Boxing is set to return to Manchester with a headline bout between Tommy Fury and Eddie Hall. The fight, dubbed “Beauty vs The Beast”, will see Fury’s technical style clash with Hall’s raw power. The event promises a blend of sport and entertainment.
Martín Landaluce’s US Open junior win sparked high hopes in Spanish tennis, drawing comparisons to Carlos Alcaraz. However, a shoulder injury and the pressure of expectations have presented challenges. Despite titles in Olbia and Orleans, some observers feel his progress hasn’t been rapid enough.
