In a thrilling start to the 2025 MLS season, Inter Miami tied 2-2 with New York City FC, thanks to Lionel Messi's dazzling assists. Despite being a man down after Toto Aviles' red card, Messi set up both goals, including Telasco Segovia's late equalizer. The match also saw New York take advantage after a defensive lapse but Miami's fighting spirit shone through under new coach Javier Mascherano.
The UFC Fight Night Seattle event took a controversial turn when an eye poke incident led to a technical decision victory for Song Yadong against Henry Cejudo. Despite Cejudo's strong start, an accidental eye complication halted the match. UFC CEO Dana White dismissed the notion of a rematch, leaving Cejudo winless in his comeback efforts.
Real Madrid triumphed over Manchester City with a 3-1 win in the Champions League knockout stage, securing a 6-3 aggregate victory. Kylian Mbappé's brilliant hat-trick sealed City's fate as Madrid advances to the last 16. Guardiola's side missed Haaland and failed to deliver a strong performance, marking an early exit for the first time under his management.
Bayern Munich faces Celtic in a crucial Champions League second-leg clash. Leading 2-1, Bayern looks to secure victory at home. Fans can watch the game on various streaming platforms including Paramount+ in the U.S., Prime Video in the U.K., and DAZN in Canada. Key players include Bayern's Alphonso Davies and Celtic's Cameron Carter-Vickers, with Bayern favored to advance.
Ludvig Åberg triumphs again, leading The Bay Golf Club past Atlanta Drive GC with a narrow 6-5 victory in the TGL league following his Genesis Invitational win. The dramatic match, decided by Wyndham Clark, highlights Åberg's adaptability to TGL's unique, high-stakes format.
World No. 1 tennis star Jannik Sinner has accepted a three-month ban after testing positive for Clostebol, an anabolic steroid. The traces were linked to his physiotherapist's use of a healing spray. Initially, no suspension was imposed, but WADA's appeal led to the current ban, which sees Sinner back for the French Open. This incident sheds light on athlete accountability and entourage management.
Caleb Williams has faced comparisons with Patrick Mahomes since joining the NFL, with analysts noting their similar playing styles and athletic abilities. Despite Williams' rookie season stats falling short of Mahomes' exceptional 2018, experts emphasize the stylistic parallels and areas for development, particularly for Williams, who contended with a challenging Chicago Bears environment.
Santiago Giménez scored his debut goal for AC Milan in their 2-0 win against Empoli in Serie A. Christian Pulisic set up both goals, including Rafael Leão’s header, in a game that saw red cards for Fikayo Tomori and Luca Marianucci. This win advanced Milan to seventh place.
Dricus du Plessis retained his UFC Middleweight Championship by decisively beating Sean Strickland at UFC 312. His sights are now set on Khamzat Chimaev, fresh from a powerful win at UFC 308. Meanwhile, Weili Zhang's potential move to flyweight shakes up the strawweight division, positioning fighters like Rose Namajunas for title contention. The event highlighted the emphasis on resolving fighter rivalries and the rise of new stars.
The 2025 Super Bowl will kick off on February 9, showcasing the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles in New Orleans. Broadcasting on FOX, this game highlights Tom Brady's analyst debut. Kendrick Lamar and SZA headline the halftime show. The Chiefs seek a third consecutive Super Bowl win, slightly favored over the Eagles, known for their strong defense. Fans can stream the game on several platforms.