Tottenham heads into their Premier League match against Nottingham Forest with five big lineup changes. Richarlison and Wilson Odobert return to the starting XI, while Pape Sarr and Djed Spence replace injured regulars. Forest stick with a 4-2-3-1 and name Morgan Gibbs-White captain.
Danilo Cataldi scored Fiorentina's winning goal against Cagliari, dedicating it to teammate Edoardo Bove, who is hospitalized. Cataldi had promised Bove the goal before the match. The victory secured Fiorentina's record-tying eighth straight Serie A win, keeping them close to leaders Atalanta.
On the first anniversary of Pope Benedict XVI's death, the world reflected on his powerful influence as a theological leader and faith witness. Vatican events and tributes from scholars highlighted his scholarship, leadership, and lasting mark on Catholic theology.
Rafael Leao opened up after Milan's frustrating 1-0 loss to Atalanta, calling the result hard to process and stressing the team's inconsistency. With Serie A hopes fading, Milan now turns to a crucial Coppa Italia semi-final clash with Inter, seen as their last shot at lifting spirits and salvaging the season for fans.
Erykah Badu is back with plans for her first album in 15 years, teaming up with producer The Alchemist. This project, a follow-up to her 2010 release, promises a blend of neo-soul and experimental production. Details like tracklists and release dates are still under wraps, but the collaboration has fans buzzing.
Atalanta shocked Serie A leaders Napoli with a 3-0 victory. Ademola Lookman scored twice in the first half, assisted by Charles De Ketelaere. The win ended Napoli’s unbeaten home streak under Antonio Conte, pushing Atalanta to second place. Mateo Retegui sealed the triumph with a late goal.
Bybit faced a massive security breach when $1.1 billion in ETH was stolen from a compromised cold wallet. The hack exploited vulnerabilities during a transfer using Safe.global's multi-signature technology. Though it's a huge loss, Bybit assures customers their funds are protected. An investigation into potential phishing attacks and technical flaws continues.
Eskom resumes Stage 3 load-shedding on February 22, 2025, after a 20-day pause, due to depleted emergency fuel reserves and power station disruptions. The resumption underscores persistent challenges in maintaining grid stability, with economic growth at risk. Despite setbacks, Eskom reports improvements in energy availability and continues to combat network issues like illegal connections.
In an electrifying MLS season opener, Inter Miami CF battled to a 2-2 draw with New York City FC. Lionel Messi’s two assists sparked goals from Tomás Avilés and Telasco Segovia for Miami, while Alonso Martínez struck twice for NYCFC, capitalizing on defensive missteps. Messi's brilliance kept Miami in the contest, but NYCFC’s resilience ensured they left with a point.
Antony's stunning performance at Real Betis contrasts sharply with Manchester United's struggles. Scoring three goals in just four appearances, his success poses questions about United's decision to loan him, especially amidst their winger crisis due to Amad Diallo’s injury.
RB Leipzig secured a 2-0 win against St. Pauli on February 9, 2025, despite losing captain Willi Orbán to a red card. Benjamin Šeško and Xavi Simons scored for Leipzig, with Xavi's influence earning him Player of the Match. Leipzig's defense, anchored by Peter Gulácsi, withstood St. Pauli's attempts, propelling them into the Bundesliga's top four.
Inter Miami, led by manager Javier Mascherano, is set for a preseason friendly against Sporting San Miguelito, featuring a potential 4-4-2 lineup with stars like Messi and Suárez. As the team gears up for the match in Panama, notable players Busquets and Redondo are expected to hold the midfield. The Miami team previously had two draws and is eyeing future fixtures against Olimpia and Orlando City.