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Chelsea's Aaron Anselmino made his FA Cup debut against Brighton amidst the club's strategic focus on integrating young talents. Despite injuries to key players like Marc Guiu, Anselmino and Mathis Amougou were drafted into the squad, highlighting the club's emphasis on homegrown talent. The Blues faced a 2-1 defeat, yet showcased a blend of youthful exuberance and experienced campaigners.

Liverpool eyes a €35 million move for Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong as the Catalan club faces financial issues. De Jong has had limited playtime under coach Hansi Flick. Simultaneously, Barcelona's pursuit of players is complicated by financial constraints and Palmeiras' interest in Vitor Roque, alongside Firmino's potential move.

Real Madrid faces off against Atletico Madrid in the LaLiga title race on February 9, 2025, at the Santiago Bernabeu. Just one point separates the two teams at the top of the table. The match will be live-streamed in India through the GXR App and Website. Both clubs aim for victory after recent contrasting results, as the derby could play a crucial role in the championship fight.

Catch the FA Cup fifth-round draw on 10 February 2025, at 7:10 PM GMT on BBC One. Hosted by Kelly Somers, Alex Scott, and Theo Walcott, this event follows key fourth-round matches like Manchester United vs. Leicester and Brighton vs. Chelsea. The fifth round kicks off on 1 March 2025. Fans can tune in on TV or BBC iPlayer.

Sunderland and Watford thrilled fans with a 2-2 draw at the Stadium of Light. A crucial match for both teams saw Sunderland's Luke O’Nien and Dennis Cirkin score, while Watford's Ademola Dele-Bashiru converted a penalty and Imrân Louza struck. The draw kept Sunderland 4th and Watford 12th in the rankings, highlighting their differing ambitions this season.

Birmingham City takes on Premier League team Newcastle United in a thrilling FA Cup fourth round face-off. Despite being League One leaders, Birmingham is up against a formidable Newcastle squad. The match, scheduled for February 8, 2025, will be broadcasted on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, featuring live updates via BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra and talkSPORT. Can Birmingham disrupt Newcastle’s momentum following their Carabao Cup victory?

Wales' head coach, Warren Gatland, announces a refreshed lineup for the 2025 Six Nations game against Italy in Rome. With Taulupe Faletau back at No. 8, the squad features key changes, including Eddie James' debut alongside Nick Tompkins in the midfield. Gatland stresses the importance of precision and discipline against Italy's physicality.

Manchester City narrowly triumphed over Leyton Orient in a gripping FA Cup fourth-round match, winning 2-1. Jamie Donley's stunning lob gave the underdogs an early lead, but Abdukodir Khusanov and Kevin De Bruyne's goals turned the tide for City. City's newcomer, Nico Gonzalez, suffered an injury setback, while Orient's keeper Josh Keeley stood out with his heroics. Guardiola praised his team's resilience.

England battles against France in a crucial 2025 Six Nations match at Twickenham's Allianz Stadium. With a seven-game losing streak against top teams, Steve Borthwick's squad desperately seeks redemption following a historic 53-10 defeat. Key lineup shifts could prove decisive as both teams vie for dominance at 4:45pm GMT, broadcast on ITV.

Leyton Orient faced Manchester City in a gripping FA Cup fourth-round match. Despite leading at halftime through Jamie Donley, Orient succumbed to City's comeback in the second half with goals from Abdukodir Khusanov and Kevin De Bruyne. The game highlighted Orient's progress and City's squad depth, drawing global audiences on BBC One and ESPN+.