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  May 1-4, 2025 TPC Craig Ranch, McKinney, Texas The prestigious PGA Tour event The CJ Cup Byron Nelson kicks off this Thursday at TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, Texas. World number one Scottie Scheffler enters the tournament as the clear favorite, while hometown star Jordan Spieth and defending champion Taylor Pendrith will be among his main challengers. Although not featuring the strongest field, several big names are drawing attention. Scottie Scheffler, the current world number one, arrives in McKinney as the clear favorite with odds of +280. Texas legend Jordan Spieth (18-1) will be looking to finally succeed in his home tournament, while last year's winner Taylor Pendrith (25-1) attempts to defend his title. The field also includes Korean star Sungjae Im (22-1) and Byeong Hun An (25-1), who is still waiting for his first PGA Tour victory. Scottie Scheffler comes to the tournament in unstoppable form after dominant performances this season, including a victory at the 2025 M...

  April 30, 2025 Barcelona - Internazionale Barcelona and Inter Milan will meet in the Champions League semi-finals, 15 years after their last knockout encounter. The Spanish side will welcome the Italian giants in a match that promises to showcase the offensive style of Hansi Flick against the defensive stability of Simone Inzaghi. Barcelona and Internazionale have faced each other on 16 previous occasions in European competitions, with the Spanish side winning exactly half of those encounters (8 wins, 5 draws, 3 losses). However, they remain winless in the most recent two meetings, which came in the group stages of the 2022-23 UEFA Champions League (0-1 away, 3-3 at home). This will be just the second time Barcelona and Internazionale have met in the knockout stages of the European Cup/UEFA Champions League, with both coming precisely at the semi-final stage. The previous one – played in 2009-10 – saw José Mourinho's Inter eliminate the reigning champions 3-2 on aggregate (3...

  April 29, 2025 Arsenal - Paris SG Arsenal are preparing for their sixth meeting with Paris Saint-Germain, with the Gunners remaining unbeaten against the French giants (2 wins, 3 draws). PSG is the opponent that Arsenal have faced the most times in European competitions without ever losing (5 matches). Arsenal have already faced PSG in this season's Champions League, winning 2-0 at the Emirates Stadium in the league phase last October. Only one English team has managed to defeat PSG twice in a single edition of this competition: Manchester City in the 2020-21 semi-finals (2-1 away, 2-0 at home). The Parisian club also has an uncomfortable record on English soil - they have lost five of their last six away matches against English teams in the Champions League (1 win), falling to four different opponents in this run (Manchester City twice, Arsenal, Newcastle, and Aston Villa). This semi-final will be just the third in Champions League history where two Spanish managers face of...

  May - June 2025 Iran While European football enjoys most of the media attention, the 38th edition of the prestigious Iranian Hazfi Cup is reaching its climax in the Middle East. This traditional competition, running from November 2024 to June 2025, offers not only a prestigious trophy but also a ticket to the Asian Champions League. The Hazfi Cup, often nicknamed the "Iranian FA Cup," was established in 1976 (originally as the Pahlavi Cup) and employs a knockout format similar to the English FA Cup. The winner earns a valuable spot in the AFC Champions League Elite qualification, significantly increasing the motivation of all participating teams. Sepahan is the defending champion, but the most successful clubs in the competition's history are Tehran rivals Esteghlal and Persepolis, who have each won seven titles. Their potential encounters are among the hottest rivalries in all of Asia - the Tehran derby regularly attracts millions of viewers. The Hazfi Cup is als...

  April 27, 2025 Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) Nigeria's Professional Football League is entering its decisive phase. The upcoming 35th round sees both the historic title chase by Remo Stars and the desperate relegation battle at the opposite end of the table reaching their climax. Remo Stars from Ikenne are on the verge of securing their first championship title in club history. With a seven-point lead over second-placed Rivers United and only four rounds remaining, the team holds a position they could only dream of a few years ago. The former outsider has gradually transformed into the dominant force in Nigerian football and is now close to coronation. The battle for places guaranteeing participation in African competitions, however, remains wide open. Rivers United in second place still theoretically nurtures hopes for the title. Abia Warriors are this season's surprise package, pushing for the opportunity to represent Nigeria in continental competitions....

  April 27, 2025 Circuito de Jerez - Angel Nieto, Spain The European leg of the MotoGP season kicks off this Sunday with the legendary race at the Jerez circuit. Championship leader Marc Marquez returns to his native Spain, where he will look to confirm his dominance, while reigning champion Jorge Martin will be absent from the start following a horrific accident in Qatar. The situation ahead of the fifth race of the season is filled with dramatic storylines. Marc Marquez leads the championship with three victories from the four races held so far. His main rival Jorge Martin, the reigning champion, was only released from the hospital this week after a terrifying crash in Qatar and will miss his home race, which is a significant blow for Spanish fans. "Jerez is always special. When you hear your name being chanted in every corner, it gives you extra energy," says Marquez, who could extend his lead in the championship even further. In qualifying, Fabio Quartararo on Yamah...

  April 27, 2025 AFC Bournemouth - Manchester United Sunday's Premier League clash between Bournemouth and Manchester United features a team enjoying their best-ever season against a traditional giant in deep crisis. The Cherries have a chance to make more history, while the Red Devils are fighting to salvage their season. Bournemouth are experiencing an unprecedented period of success against Manchester United. The south coast side is unbeaten in their last three Premier League meetings (2 wins, 1 draw) and have picked up as many points in these games (7) as they had in their first twelve encounters with the Red Devils (2 wins, 1 draw, 9 losses). Manchester United's defense has recently struggled significantly against Bournemouth. United have conceded eight goals in their last three Premier League games against Bournemouth, as many as they had in their previous eleven meetings combined. Bournemouth now have the opportunity to become the sixth different team to complete t...

  April 27, 2025 FK Teplice - FK Dukla Praha Sunday's clash between FK Teplice and FK Dukla Praha will kick off the battles in the Chance Liga relegation round. While the home side Teplice has extensive experience with the playoff format, Prague's Dukla returns to this stage after a six-year absence. FK Teplice will play their fourth relegation round in the Chance Liga, but this time they enter with the highest point total of all four seasons (34; compared to 32 in 2022-23, 27 in 2021-22, and 31 in 2019-20). The "Glassmakers" remain unbeaten in opening matches of relegation rounds (2 wins, 1 draw), having won last season's first match at home against Pardubice 1-0. FK Dukla Praha experienced the first season after the league reform and played in the very first relegation round ever, ultimately being relegated as the worst team of the 2018-19 season. Dukla collected just two points from two draws in that 2018-19 relegation round. Interestingly, they have also ...

  April 27, 2025 FC Baník Ostrava - FK Jablonec Sunday's opening match of the Chance Liga championship round features a clash between record-setting Baník Ostrava and the defensively exceptional FK Jablonec. Both teams enter the championship group with contrasting historical statistics. Baník Ostrava has recorded their most successful regular season in Chance Liga history with 64 points and will be playing in the championship round for the fifth time. However, in their previous four championship rounds, Baník gained a maximum of only four points (in seasons 2021-22 and 2023-24) and achieved their highest finish last season (4th place). Notably, Ostrava has lost all four of their opening championship round matches (either to Sparta or Slavia), a statistic they're eager to overturn. FK Jablonec has played their best regular Chance Liga season since 2020-21, when they accumulated 62 points after 30 matchdays under Petr Rada (51 points now). The Northern Czech side has excelle...

  April 26, 2025 Eintracht Frankfurt - RB Leipzig Saturday's Bundesliga clash offers a meeting between third-placed Eintracht Frankfurt and a revitalized RB Leipzig. While the "Eagles" can rely on their home invincibility against the "Red Bulls," the visitors have significantly improved under their new coach. Eintracht Frankfurt have lost both of their competitive meetings against RB Leipzig this season (3-0 away in the DFB-Pokal and 2-1 away in the Bundesliga). However, Eintracht remains unbeaten at home against Leipzig (4 wins, 5 draws). Leipzig haven't faced any other opponent away from home as often in professional football without ever winning. RB Leipzig's tally of 49 points from 30 matches represents their second-worst campaign in the Bundesliga – they have only ever been worse off at this stage in 2017/18 (47 points), the only season in which they have ever missed out on qualifying for the Champions League (finished 6th). Under new coach Zso...

  April 26, 2025 SK Sigma Olomouc vs SK Slavia Praha The championship round of the Chance Liga kicks off with an attractive clash between Sigma Olomouc and Slavia Prague. While the home side is enjoying their best season in recent years, the visitors are chasing a historic points record in the Czech league. Sigma Olomouc enters the championship group with great confidence after winning their final regular season match against České Budějovice. The Haná club collected 43 points in the regular season, their best result since the 2017-18 season when they amassed 55 points. Sigma will play in the championship group for only the second time in their history. In the 2022-23 season, they lost their first playoff match at home to Sparta 0-1, but now hope for a better start. Slavia Prague has 78 points after the regular season, which is a historically exceptional achievement. Only Slavia themselves in the 2020-21 season (78) and Sparta in the 2013-14 season (79) have ever collected so ...

  April 26, 2025 SK Dynamo České Budějovice - FK Mladá Boleslav Saturday's clash between České Budějovice and Mladá Boleslav features two teams experiencing historically poor seasons in the Czech top flight. Both sides will enter the relegation round with alarming statistics and a desperate need for points. Dynamo České Budějovice are enduring an unprecedented crisis. They are the only team in the history of the independent Czech league to fail to win a single match in the regular season. With just 5 points, the South Bohemian side has the worst record in the competition's history – for comparison, previous record-holders Dukla Prague in 1993-94 and Lázně Bohdaneč in 1997-98 had at least 11 points at this stage. Just like last season, Dynamo enters the relegation round from the last position, though back then they had 24 points and were just one point behind their closest rival. Mladá Boleslav is also struggling, having lost their last seven league matches, which marks the...

  April 26, 2025 Brighton and Hove Albion vs West Ham United Ahead of the weekend Premier League clash between Brighton and West Ham, we bring you interesting statistics about key players from both teams. Brighton's Danny Welbeck has scored more Premier League goals against West Ham than against any other opponent (6). The experienced English forward has also found the net twice in his last three league games. This statistic suggests that Welbeck could be a key player for the home side in their upcoming battle with the Hammers. Brighton defender Pervis Estupiñán has made at least 2 successful tackles in eight of his last twelve Premier League appearances. The Ecuadorian full-back has also received a yellow card in each of his last two games, highlighting his aggressive but sometimes overly physical playing style. It will be interesting to see if he can maintain discipline against West Ham's pacey wingers. West Ham midfielder Lucas Paquetá averages 2.5 tackles per 90 minut...

  April 26, 2025 Chelsea FC - Everton FC Ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Everton, we bring you interesting statistics about key players from both teams. Chelsea's Pedro Neto has attempted at least 2 shots in each of his last five Premier League appearances. Additionally, he's recorded exactly two shots on target in each of his last three games. The Portuguese winger continues to deliver consistent offensive performance that Chelsea will need in their upcoming battle with Everton. Moisés Caicedo is one of only two players in the Premier League this season to have both won (54 - averaging 1.7 per 90 minutes) and conceded (60 - averaging 1.9 per 90 minutes) more than 50 fouls. The Ecuadorian Chelsea midfielder has won at least two fouls in five of his last six appearances, highlighting his crucial role in midfield both in disrupting opponents' attacks and maintaining possession. Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford has made at least 3 saves...

  APRIL 19-25, 2025 CAIRO, EGYPT & JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA The CAF Champions League semifinals are here! Starting this weekend, a battle between Egyptian and South African giants will ignite for a place in the final of the most prestigious club competition on the African continent. Forget about the European Champions League - this weekend belongs to African football! Defending champions Al Ahly will challenge Mamelodi Sundowns, while semifinal newcomers Pyramids FC will face Orlando Pirates. Who will advance to the final and fight for the prestigious trophy? The first semifinal pairing brings together two absolute giants of African club football. On one side stands Egypt's Al Ahly, the defending champions and record 11-time CAF Champions League winners. On the other side is South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns, champions from 2016, who dominate their domestic league. The first leg is scheduled for Saturday, April 19 at 15:00 at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, Sout...

  APRIL 21-27, 2025 TPC LOUISIANA, NEW ORLEANS From April 21 to 27, New Orleans hosts the most unique tournament on the PGA Tour. The only team format in the entire season brings a new dynamic to the world of professional golf. The golf world is once again preparing for a big party in New Orleans! The Zurich Classic is not just another stop on the PGA Tour - it's a unique opportunity to see world stars in non-traditional team collaborations that bring dramatic moments and extraordinary experiences. The 21st edition under the Zurich banner is coming, featuring record prize money! The tournament is exceptional for several reasons. It's the only team tournament on the PGA Tour, where two professionals compete together as one team. It offers two playing formats - alternating foursome (alternate shot) and four-ball. A record $8.9 million is at stake. And the star-studded field includes Zurich ambassadors: Billy Horschel, Collin Morikawa, and Sahith Theegala. The history of gol...

  April 24, 2025 Club Atlético de Madrid -  Rayo Vallecano As the Madrid derby between Atlético Madrid and Rayo Vallecano approaches at the Metropolitano on Thursday, April 24, 2025, Diego Simeone's side looks to maintain their historical dominance while overcoming recent derby struggles. Atlético Madrid boasts an impressive 15-match unbeaten streak against their Madrid neighbors (12 wins, 3 draws), their longest such run against Rayo in LaLiga history. The Rojiblancos haven't tasted defeat against Rayo since February 2013, when they fell 1-2 at Vallecas. However, recent form suggests potential vulnerability for Simeone's men. Atlético have failed to win any of their last three LaLiga derbies (1 draw, 2 losses), suffering as many defeats in these three matches as they had in their previous 25 encounters against Madrid-based sides (14 wins, 9 draws, 2 losses). Their general form has also dipped lately, with Atlético losing three of their last six LaLiga matches (2 wins...

  April 24, 2025 CD Leganés - Girona FC As CD Leganés welcomes Girona FC to Butarque for their LaLiga Matchday 33 clash on Thursday, April 24, 2025, the hosts are attempting to break their historical drought against their Catalan visitors. The Madrid-based side has never tasted victory against Girona in LaLiga, failing to win any of their five previous encounters (2 draws, 3 losses). Girona represents one of just four top-flight opponents that Leganés have never defeated, alongside Real Madrid, Eibar, and Sporting Gijón. Even more concerning for the home fans, Leganés' struggles against Girona extend beyond LaLiga to all competitions, having never won in six home matches against them (3 draws, 3 losses) - including encounters in both LaLiga and LaLiga Hypermotion. Current form doesn't inspire much confidence for the hosts either. Leganés are enduring a six-match winless streak in LaLiga (2 draws, 4 losses), their second-longest such run this season after an eight-game dro...

  April 24, 2025 CA Osasuna vs Sevilla FC As CA Osasuna prepare to host Sevilla FC in LaLiga's Matchday 33 on Thursday, April 24, 2025, the home side enters the contest with history and momentum on their side. The Pamplona-based club has established an impressive unbeaten run against the Andalusian giants, not losing in their last six LaLiga encounters (2 wins, 4 draws). This represents Osasuna's longest unbeaten streak against Sevilla in top-flight football, a remarkable turnaround after having lost eight of their previous nine meetings. Current form also favors the hosts, who are enjoying a four-game unbeaten run in LaLiga (2 wins, 2 draws), including victories in their last two matches. A win on Thursday would give them three consecutive league victories for the first time since October 2021 under former manager Jagoba Arrasate. Leading Osasuna's charge is Croatian striker Ante Budimir, who has been in phenomenal form this season. With 18 goals in 32 LaLiga appear...

  April 23, 2025 Arsenal - Crystal Palace The Emirates Stadium plays host to an intriguing Premier League matchup this Wednesday as Arsenal welcome Crystal Palace, with both teams showcasing players hitting impressive individual milestones in recent weeks. Leandro Trossard has emerged as a key figure in Arsenal's attacking lineup, finding the net three times in his last three Premier League appearances. The Belgian forward's newfound confidence is evident in his increased willingness to test opposition goalkeepers, having attempted at least three shots in each of his last five starts. "Trossard's recent form has been excellent. He's playing with real confidence and giving us another dimension in attack," said an Arsenal source. "When he's playing like this, he makes us much harder to defend against." At the heart of Arsenal's defense, William Saliba continues to demonstrate why he's considered one of the Premier League's most rel...

  April 23, 2025 Getafe - Real Madrid The Coliseum Alfonso Pérez stages another chapter in Madrid's footballing saga this Wednesday as Getafe CF host Real Madrid in a derby that has historically been one-sided. Real Madrid arrive at the fixture looking to extend their impressive unbeaten run against their local rivals, while José Bordalás's Getafe desperately seek to end their drought against Los Blancos. The statistics paint a grim picture for the hosts. Getafe have lost their last six meetings with Real Madrid in La Liga, failing to score in five of those encounters. In fact, Real Madrid stand as the opponent against whom Getafe have suffered the most defeats in their top-flight history (29 losses in 39 matches), also conceding a record 83 goals. Carlo Ancelotti's men have established firm control over this fixture in recent years. After a shaky start to their trips to the Coliseum – losing three of their first five visits between 2005 and 2008 – Real Madrid have tran...

  April 23, 2025 Athletic Club - UD Las Palmas The historic San Mamés stadium in Bilbao will host a midweek La Liga clash on Wednesday as Athletic Club welcome UD Las Palmas, with both teams carrying contrasting objectives and momentum into the fixture. Athletic Club, under the steady guidance of returning manager Ernesto Valverde, have established themselves as a formidable force at home this season. The Basque side's impressive run of 13 matches without defeat at San Mamés (8 wins, 5 draws) represents the longest current unbeaten streak at home in La Liga, with their only home defeat in their last 34 league encounters coming against Atlético Madrid back in August 2024. "San Mamés has always been our fortress, but this season the connection between the team and our supporters has reached another level," said Valverde, who boasts a remarkable record against the Canary Islanders. The veteran coach has lost just 11% of his La Liga encounters against Las Palmas, his thir...

  April 24 - May 5, 2025 The Spanish capital transforms once again into one of tennis's most crucial battlegrounds. The Madrid Open, a prestigious tournament with prize money exceeding 8 million euros, begins on Wednesday and promises extraordinary drama, particularly in the men's draw. The absence of world number one Jannik Sinner, defending champion Andrey Rublev's questionable form, and home favorite Carlos Alcaraz's health concerns have created perfect conditions for unexpected outcomes. "This is a tournament where anything can happen," says former Spanish tennis player Alex Corretja. "Madrid has a specific atmosphere, and the altitude makes the clay faster than anywhere else. This creates ideal conditions for surprises." In the men's draw, all eyes are on top seed Alexander Zverev. The German arrives in Madrid as the fresh champion from Munich and a two-time winner of the local tournament. His path to the title won't be easy, however...