Football/Soccer 24-Hour Briefing
×Premier League & FA Cup Action
Liverpool bbc.com secured a 3-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux to advance to the quarter-finals of the FA Cup. Defender Andy Robertson was the unlikely architect of Liverpool's FA Cup victory over Wolves, easing some pressure on head coach Arne Slot. Liverpool bounced back from their recent defeat to Wolves with a 3-1 win at Molineux to progress to the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.
LaLiga Highlights
Federico Valverde espn.com struck in the fourth minute of stoppage time as Real Madrid snatched a vital 2-1 win at Celta Vigo to bounce back from consecutive LaLiga defeats. UEFA have fined Real Madrid and ordered a suspended partial closure of the Bernabéu after a supporter inside the ground was filmed appearing to make a Nazi salute.
Bundesliga Update
Bayern Munich espn.com beat Borussia Mönchengladbach 4-1 on Friday to extend its lead at the top of the Bundesliga to 14 points over Borussia Dortmund. The win came despite the absence of star striker Harry Kane, proving "no Kane, no problem" for the Bavarian giants.
Ligue 1 Developments
Paris Saint-Germain espn.com dropped points in the Ligue 1 title race after losing 3-1 at home to a slick Monaco side on Friday. Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembélé has been included in Paris Saint-Germain's squad for its Ligue 1 game at home to AS Monaco on Friday, returning from a calf injury.
Scottish Cup Progress
Two early goals bbc.com helped Falkirk make it by Dundee United to reach the Scottish Cup semi-finals. Barney Stewart continued his impressive goalscoring form to send Falkirk on their way to the Scottish Cup semi-finals with the opener in a 2-1 victory over Dundee United.
Super League Update
Toby Sexton skysports.com kicked Catalans Dragons to a much-needed Super League win as the Leigh Leopards' new season woes continued at Leigh Sports Village. Highlights of the Betfred Super League clash between Leigh Leopards and Catalans Dragons showed the French side edging Leigh to claim the win.
Women's Football News
England manager Sarina Wiegman says it is "very important" her team are patient if goals do not come quickly in their 2027 Women's World Cup qualifier against Iceland on Saturday. The Confederation of African Football confirmed the rumours that the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations would not take place in Morocco as planned on March 17, drawing criticism for the postponement debacle.
International Football
Ireland overcame a stubborn Wales to keep their Six Nations and Triple Crown hopes alive with a 27-17 bonus-point victory in Dublin. Rome's modern amphitheatre awaits a wounded England, their Six Nations campaign fraying and Italy sensing a rare chance to rewrite history.
Transfer & Management News
The top stories and transfer rumours from Saturday's newspapers suggest the Manchester United manager search is down to three main candidates. Tottenham are interested in appointing Dougie Freedman as the club's new sporting director as they navigate a chaotic descent towards relegation.
Player & Club Updates
Former Premier League winger Jordan Ibe is bailed to appear for trial in July after pleading not guilty to assaulting a woman. Manchester United insist a 5% increase in ticket prices around Old Trafford next season will help in their quest to "return to the top of domestic and European football."
Other Football News
West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo is calling for clarity on what constitutes a foul at set-pieces, warning current levels of grappling and blocking are "almost crazy." Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said he takes responsibility for the team's spate of injuries after losing key players to hamstring problems during the last week.
MLS & International
Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano espn.com labeled Lionel Messi as 'one of a kind' as the Argentine forward looks to reach 900 career goals. A Brazilian sports court suspended a defender of top-flight club Red Bull Bragantino for 12 matches because of sexist remarks he made about a female referee after a Sao Paulo state championship match.