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Shamrock Rovers' valiant European journey ended in a tough penalty shootout loss to Molde, as their UEFA Conference League tie concluded 1-1 on aggregate. Despite having a numerical advantage after Molde received a late red card, the Irish side couldn't capitalize. Key moments included missed penalties and a highly contested officiating decision, rounding off their memorable 16-game European stretch.

Daniel Dubois pulled out from his anticipated IBF heavyweight title match against Joseph Parker due to a viral infection causing side effects. The bout was set for Riyadh Season's 'The Last Crescendo' event, with Martin Bakole stepping in to challenge Parker for his WBO interim title instead.

In a thrilling start to the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, India defeated Bangladesh by six wickets, chasing down 229 runs in Dubai. Shubman Gill's remarkable 101 led the efforts with support from KL Rahul and others. Despite Bangladesh's recovery from 35/5, a solid performance by India’s bowlers helped seal the victory with 21 balls left, setting the stage for an upcoming clash with Pakistan.

Burnley extends their unbeaten run to 21 matches with a solid 4-0 win over Sheffield Wednesday, inching closer to promotion spots. Key goals by Edwards, Brownhill, Roberts, and Benson highlight their dominance, while their defense shines with another clean sheet, maintaining their impressive record of only nine goals conceded.

England Women are gearing up to take on Portugal in their first UEFA Women's Nations League match on February 21, 2025, with live coverage in both the UK and Portugal. England faces challenges with several key players missing due to injuries, while Portugal enters the game after a strong unbeaten run. The match affects both Euro 2025 preparations and 2027 World Cup qualification.

Manchester United will clash with Real Sociedad again in the Europa League round of 16 after their recent group-stage meeting. Tottenham Hotspur faces a familiar opponent in AZ Alkmaar. Other intriguing matchups abound, including Rangers vs. Mourinho's Fenerbahçe and AS Roma vs. Athletic Club. Semifinals await the winners, leading up to the final in Bilbao.

Brentford's Mathias Jensen is sidelined due to a minor adductor injury, with his return uncertain for the Everton match. Coach Thomas Frank praised his squad's performance in their win over Leicester, noting contributions from Schade, Mbeumo, and others.

Manchester United embarks on their Europa League journey, starting with a last-16 clash against Real Sociedad. Home advantage throughout the knockout stages presents a significant opportunity for the club, especially amidst their Premier League challenges. Key fixtures are scheduled from March to May, with the final in Bilbao, offering a potential lifeline for Champions League qualification.

Brentford secured a decisive 4-0 victory over Leicester City at the King Power Stadium, extending the Foxes' home defeat streak to six matches without scoring. Goals from Yoane Wissa, Bryan Mbeumo, Christian Norgaard, and Fabio Carvalho highlighted Brentford's dominant display. Leicester's manager, Ruud van Nistelrooy, labeled the loss as a major setback, while Brentford moved to 10th in the standings.

Dmitry Bivol emerged victorious in a majority decision rematch against Artur Beterbiev, reclaiming the light heavyweight titles. Key undercard victories included Joseph Parker's TKO win over Martin Bakole and Shakur Stevenson's successful defense of his WBC lightweight title despite an injury. Other notable outcomes included Vergil Ortiz Jr.'s victory and a split draw for Carlos Adames.