The Premier League has been warned against hitting Manchester City with a 60-point penalty. A former Manchester City captain says that doing so at this stage of the season would be “ruining their own competition”. Allegations of monetary mismanagement have been hanging over the club since February 2023.
France defeated Brazil 2-1 in a friendly match at Gillette Stadium. France coach Didier Deschamps expressed concerns about traffic and high temperatures. Brazil’s coach Carlo Ancelotti said his team can compete against the best teams in the world.
The Elite Eight is within reach as the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 continues. Experts are making their picks, highlighting Duke’s defence and the potential for a high-scoring game between Michigan and Alabama. St. John’s will need to focus on slowing down Cameron Boozer when they face Duke.
Trinity Rodman’s contract extension with the Washington Spirit, running through the 2028 season, has put the spotlight on the NWSL’s ‘High Impact Player’ rule. The rule allows clubs to exceed the salary cap to retain key players. Kelley O’Hara has voiced her support for Rodman but has concerns about the rule itself.
Nigeria defeated Iran in a friendly match. Moses Simon scored the decisive goal for Nigeria, assisted by Samuel Chukwueze. Lineups were announced and players were warming up before the match.
Illinois defeated Houston 65-55 in the South Region semifinals of the NCAA tournament. David Mirkovic had 14 points and 10 rebounds for Illinois. Illinois will face Iowa in the Elite Eight.
Aston Villa is set to face Elche at Pinatar Arena Football Center on March 27, 2026, as part of the Club Friendlies. Live updates, real-time stats, and predicted lineups will be available. Several players are unavailable due to injury.
Australia defeated Cameroon 1-0 in a friendly match. Jordan Bos scored the lone goal for Australia. The match included substitutions and yellow cards.
Roy Hodgson has been appointed as the interim head coach of Bristol City. This follows the sacking of Gerhard Struber. Hodgson, the former England manager, returns to a club he previously managed in 1982.
Kirk Cousins is still looking for a team for his 15th NFL season. The Green Bay Packers might consider adding Cousins, who could help the team if Jordan Love were to get injured. Matt LaFleur, Green Bay’s head coach, was Cousins’ position coach early in his career.
