Football/Soccer 3h Briefing
×Premier League & Champions League
Wayne Rooney espn.com has urged Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta to ignore "very unfair" criticism of the Premier League leaders' playing style. Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson espn.com has not travelled to Istanbul for the Champions League last-16 first leg against Galatasaray after sustaining a problem in training.
Player Spotlight & FA Cup
João Pedro espn.com has hailed his "special" first season at Chelsea after firing himself into contention to lead the line for Brazil at this summer's World Cup. Phil Parkinson bbc.com says Wayne Rooney's praise for Wrexham's FA Cup display against Chelsea is an "incredible tribute" for the club.
Domestic Issues & MLS
Police Scotland skysports.com would not currently support another big away allocation for the next Old Firm fixture following trouble at Ibrox on Sunday. Vancouver Whitecaps espn.com are absolutely purring after three games, making them the early-season team to beat in MLS Power Rankings.
International Cricket
The 2026 T20 World Cup concluded with a thumping 96-run win for tournament hosts India over New Zealand, but which players have made the ICC's Team of the Tournament? Jacks and Rashid skysports.com are in from England.