Chelsea, dominating the league phase, faces FC Copenhagen in the Europa Conference League round of 16. The squad, boosted by Cole Palmer, eyes a path through potential quarter-final opponents Molde or Legia Warsaw. Other exciting matchups include Fiorentina vs. Panathinaikos and Real Betis vs. Vitória. The final showdown is set for Wrocław Stadium in May.
MoreEngland seeks to halt Scotland's four-game winning streak in the Calcutta Cup at Twickenham, focusing on strategic kicking and jackals, while Scotland counters with rapid ruck speed and offloads. Injuries to key players impact strategies. Coverage on ITV1, with England currently favored to win.
MoreCelebrating a 30-year milestone, O2's longstanding partnership with England Rugby has been pivotal in growing the sport's audience and promoting gender equality. The celebrations included a photoshoot with historic shirts and plans for bolstered support for women's rugby in 2025. Key achievements include the #WearTheRose campaign, increased female match attendance, and equal funding for men's and women's teams.
MoreLondon's infamous Forty Elephants, an all-female gang, captivated the late 19th and early 20th centuries with daring thefts and cunning strategies under Mary Carr and later Alice Diamond. Their intriguing heists and bold maneuvers made them legends, now dramatized in Disney+'s series *A Thousand Blows*.
More*A Thousand Blows*, Hulu’s latest series by *Peaky Blinders* creator Steven Knight, explores the rough world of 1880s boxing and crime in London. Centering on Hezekiah Moscow, a Jamaican immigrant, it intertwines his rise in bare-knuckle boxing with gang alliances. Critics rave about its compelling performances and gritty storytelling, although some find its social commentary a bit on-the-nose.
MoreIsaiah Powis has evolved significantly as a player for Brentford U18s by mastering dual roles as a centre-back and defensive midfielder. Guided by coaches Lydia Bedford and Jon-Paul Pittman, Powis has grown in tactical awareness, confidence, and decision-making. Despite mixed results with a young team, he focuses on gaining experience and enhancing team chemistry.
MoreBrendan Rodgers has sharply critiqued a VAR decision that saw Daizen Maeda's possible equalizer called off in a tense match against Hibernian. The goal's cancellation, based on a disputed ball position, has prompted Rodgers to demand clearer evidence and transparency. Despite the controversy, Celtic maintains a strong lead in the Scottish Premiership.
MoreIn an unprecedented crypto exchange hack, Bybit has lost $1.46 billion to the notorious Lazarus Group of North Korea. This massive and sophisticated attack exploited weaknesses in cold wallet protocols via phishing methods. The stolen funds were spread across the blockchain and partially recovered with industry cooperation. The heist raises alarms on cryptocurrency security, demanding significant industry changes.
MoreJoseph Parker stunned the boxing world with a second-round knockout of Martin Bakole in Riyadh. Filling in for Daniel Dubois, Parker's powerful overhand right ended the fight abruptly. He aims for a world title fight against Oleksandr Usyk, reinforcing his contender status with this victory.
MoreCeltic's captain Callum McGregor stresses urgency after a surprising 2-1 loss to Hibernian, urging his team to refocus ahead of crucial upcoming matches. Despite Celtic's solid lead in the Scottish Premiership, McGregor highlights the need to respect all opponents and improve from recent setbacks.
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