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SuperSport to Broadcast FA Cup Action, Key European Showdowns
Cup drama and title tension dominate the weekend as the FA Cup takes centre stage in England, while decisive fixtures unfold in La Liga, Serie A and Ligue 1. SuperSport will broadcast the key action live on DStv and GOtv.FA Cup: Giants, Giant-Killers CollideThe fourth-round spotlight begins on Friday at 8:45 PM as Hull host Chelsea. It marks an emotional return for Liam Rosenior to his former club. Chelsea are dealing with defensive injuries but have promised a strong lineup after their midweek league draw.Saturday features a “David vs Goliath” tie at 4:00 PM when Man City welcome Salford. City scored ten in the previous round and, even with rotation expected, remain overwhelming favourites.At 6:45 PM, Villa host Newcastle in a meeting of two sides regaining momentum. Villa’s formidable home form meets a Newcastle side battling defensive injuries.Liverpool close Saturday at 9:00 PM against Brighton. Injuries continue to stretch Arne Slot’s squad, while Brighton will sense opportunity after recent cup success.Sunday sees Stoke face Fulham at 3:00 PM, with the Premier League side expected to triumph despite a physical test. The weekend concludes at 5:30 PM as Arsenal host Wigan. With suspensions forcing changes, Arteta may lean on youth as the Gunners seek a response after dropped league points.La Liga: Psychological Tests at the TopLa Liga resumes amid contrasting cup emotions. On Saturday at 4:15 PM, Getafe host Villarreal, with the visitors aiming to strengthen their top-four push after a four-goal display last week.At 9:00 PM, Real Madrid welcome Real Sociedad knowing victory could send them top. Madrid are on a seven-game league winning streak, but Sociedad arrive confident from cup success.Sunday’s action begins at 4:15 PM as Rayo Vallecano face Atletico. Simeone’s side must rediscover consistency after wildly contrasting recent performances.At 6:30 PM, Levante meet Valencia in the Derbi del Turia, a tense relegation battle with both leaking goals.Monday concludes at 9:00 PM with Girona hosting Barcelona. After their heavy cup defeat, Barca face a stern Catalan derby test with their one-point lead under threat.La Liga fixtures air live on SS La Liga (DStv Ch. 204, GOtv Ch. 62).Serie A: Derby d’Italia Takes Centre StageMatchday 25 opens Friday at 8:45 PM as Pisa host AC Milan. Milan remain unbeaten away and look to close the gap on leaders Inter, while Pisa continue to struggle near the bottom.Saturday begins at 3:00 PM with Como against Fiorentina. The hosts boast one of the league’s strongest home records and will aim to build on recent momentum.At 6:00 PM, Lazio meet Atalanta in a crucial European six-pointer before the headline clash at 8:45 PM as Inter face Juventus. Inter’s five-match winning run and eight-point cushion make them favourites, but the Derby d’Italia rarely lacks drama.Sunday starts at 12:30 PM with Udinese hosting Sassuolo, both eager to recover from heavy defeats.The round closes at 8:45 PM with Napoli against Roma. With only three points separating them, this Derby del Sole carries significant top-four implications.Serie A matches are live on SS Africa 2 (DStv Ch. 208, GOtv Ch. 64).Ligue 1: Leaders and Streaks Under the SpotlightLigue 1 begins Friday at 7:00 PM as Rennes host PSG. The leaders are in devastating form and look to extend their advantage. At 9:05 PM, Monaco face Nantes with the hosts aiming to capitalise on the visitors’ poor run.Saturday features Marseille versus Strasbourg at 5:00 PM, with redemption on Marseille’s agenda, followed by Lille against Brest at 7:00 PM as Lille chase their first win of 2026. Paris FC host Lens at 9:05 PM, with Lens still PSG’s closest challengers.Sunday concludes at 8:45 PM as Lyon meet Nice. Lyon’s 12-game winning streak has made them the league’s form side, while Nice remain stubborn but inconsistent.Ligue 1 fixtures air live on SS Football (DStv Ch. 205, GOtv Ch. 61), with selected matches on SS Africa 1 (DStv Ch. 207, GOtv Ch. 63).Weekend HighlightsFA CupHull vs Chelsea – Fri, 8:45 PMMan City vs Salford – Sat, 4:00 PMVilla vs Newcastle – Sat, 6:45 PMLiverpool vs Brighton – Sat, 9:00 PMStoke vs Fulham – Sun, 3:00 PMArsenal vs Wigan – Sun, 5:30 PMLa LigaGetafe vs Villarreal – Sat, 4:15 PMReal Madrid vs Real Sociedad – Sat, 9:00 PMRayo vs Atletico – Sun, 4:15 PMLevante vs Valencia – Sun, 6:30 PMGirona vs Barcelona – Mon, 9:00 PMSerie APisa vs AC Milan – Fri, 8:45 PMComo vs Fiorentina – Sat, 3:00 PMLazio vs Atalanta – Sat, 6:00 PMInter vs Juventus – Sat, 8:45 PMUdinese vs Sassuolo – Sun, 12:30 PMNapoli vs Roma – Sun, 8:45 PMLigue 1Rennes vs PSG – Fri, 7:00 PMMonaco vs Nantes – Fri, 9:05 PMMarseille vs Strasbourg – Sat, 5:00 PMLille vs Brest – Sat, 7:00 PMParis FC vs Lens – Sat, 9:05 PMLyon vs Nice – Sun, 8:45 PMCatch Every GameCatch all the football action live on SuperSport on DStv and GOtv. Matches are also available via DStv Stream and GOtv Stream. Subscribers can enjoy Open Access and upgrade benefits, while reconnecting customers receive access to the next higher package.Manage or upgrade your subscription via the MyDStv or MyGOtv apps, or visit www.dstv.com and www.gotvafrica.com, or dial *288# to stay connected.
The Champions League Round of 16 first-leg fixtures take centre stage midweek, following the conclusion of the play-offs. The remaining teams now turn their focus to securing early advantages in the two-legged ties. SuperSport will broadcast all the key matches live on DStv and GOtv.Tuesday: Hostile Atmospheres and Early StatementsTuesday’s action begins at 6:45 PM as Galatasaray host Liverpool in Istanbul. Galatasaray arrive with confidence after eliminating Juventus in a high-scoring play-off tie, while Liverpool will look to reassert themselves after an inconsistent domestic run. The match airs on SS Football Plus HD (DStv Ch. 202).At 9:00 PM, Atalanta face Bayern Munich in Bergamo. Atalanta advanced after an impressive comeback against Borussia Dortmund and will rely on their aggressive pressing style, while Bayern arrive as one of the competition’s perennial favourites. Live on SS La Liga (GOtv Ch. 62, DStv Ch. 204).Also at 9:00 PM, Atletico Madrid welcome Tottenham Hotspur. Atletico progressed comfortably through the play-off round and will rely on their defensive discipline, while Tottenham travel to Spain searching for form after a difficult start to the year. The match will be shown on SS Football Plus HD (DStv Ch. 202).At the same time, Newcastle United host Barcelona in another high-profile clash. Barcelona arrive as La Liga leaders and have already defeated Newcastle earlier in the competition, while the Magpies look to use their home support at St. James’ Park to challenge one of Europe’s strongest sides. Watch live on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203).Wednesday: Revenge Missions and Modern ClassicsWednesday’s programme begins at 6:45 PM with Bayer Leverkusen taking on Arsenal. Both sides have impressed domestically this season, and the encounter promises a tactical contest between two technically strong teams. The fixture airs on SS Football Plus HD (DStv Ch. 202).At 9:00 PM, Bodo/Glimt host Sporting Lisbon in Norway. Bodo/Glimt advanced after a notable victory over Inter Milan in the previous round, while Sporting will aim to overcome the difficult conditions and secure a positive first-leg result. Live on SS La Liga (GOtv Ch. 62, DStv Ch. 204).Also at 9:00 PM, Paris Saint-Germain face Chelsea in Paris. PSG continue to lead Ligue 1 but have encountered occasional inconsistency, while Chelsea will aim to replicate their previous success against the French champions in European competition. This match airs on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203).The night concludes with another major European rivalry as Real Madrid host Manchester City at the Santiago Bernabéu. The two clubs have developed a familiar Champions League rivalry in recent seasons, and both will aim to gain a crucial advantage heading into the second leg. Watch live on SS Football Plus HD (DStv Ch. 202).Round of 16 – First Leg FixturesTuesday, 10 March Galatasaray vs Liverpool — 6:45 PM (SS Football Plus HD)Atalanta vs Bayern Munich — 9:00 PM (SS La Liga)Atletico Madrid vs Tottenham Hotspur — 9:00 PM (SS Football Plus HD)Newcastle United vs Barcelona — 9:00 PM (SS Premier League)Wednesday, 11 MarchBayer Leverkusen vs Arsenal — 6:45 PM (SS Football Plus HD)Bodo/Glimt vs Sporting Lisbon — 9:00 PM (SS La Liga)Paris Saint-Germain vs Chelsea — 9:00 PM (SS Premier League)Real Madrid vs Manchester City — 9:00 PM (SS Football Plus HD)Catch Every GameCatch all the UEFA Champions League action live on SuperSport on DStv and GOtv. Matches are also available to stream via DStv Stream and GOtv Stream. Manage or upgrade your subscription via the MyDStv or MyGOtv apps, visit www.dstv.com or www.gotvafrica.com, or dial *288# to stay connected.
The FA Cup takes centre stage in England this weekend after the midweek Premier League games, while decisive fixtures unfold in La Liga, Serie A and Ligue 1. SuperSport will broadcast all the key action live on DStv and GOtv.
FA Cup: Giant-Killers Face Giants
FA Cup action begins Friday at 9:00 PM as Wolverhampton Wanderers host Liverpool. After their 2-1 Premier League victory over Liverpool 2–1 during the week, Wolves will believe another upset is possible.
Saturday opens with a classic mismatch at 1:15 PM as Mansfield Town welcome Arsenal, whose league position and miserly defence that is yet to concede in this season’s FA Cup, provide their lowly opponents with a mile-high odd. Mansfield, probably still high on their elimination of Burnley, will aim to claim another big scalp.
At 6:45 PM, Wrexham meet Chelsea in a high-profile tie that pits the Hollywood-backed side against the Blues, who arrive confident after a strong league win over Aston Villa.
The standout tie comes at 9:00 PM when Newcastle United face Manchester City at St. James’ Park. Newcastle carry momentum from their midweek victory over Manchester United, while City will look to respond after dropping points against Forest.
Sunday’s action features Fulham against Southampton at 1:00 PM before Leeds United host Norwich City at 5:30 PM. The round concludes Monday at 8:30 PM as West Ham United take on Brentford in a London derby.
All FA Cup matches air live on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203).
La Liga: Title Pressure Builds
The La Liga title race has tightened following Real Madrid’s recent setbacks, allowing Barcelona to open a four-point lead while Atletico Madrid continue to climb.
Action begins Friday at 9:00 PM as Celta Vigo host Real Madrid. Madrid arrive under pressure, following consecutive defeats and must respond against a Celta side in strong form.
Saturday features Atletico Madrid against Real Sociedad at 6:30 PM before Athletic Club welcome Barcelona at 9:00 PM in a challenging away fixture for the league leaders.
Sunday sees Villarreal face Elche at 2:00 PM, while Sevilla meet Rayo Vallecano at 6:30 PM.
La Liga matches air live on SS La Liga (DStv Ch. 204, GOtv Ch. 62).
Serie A: Derby d’Italia Headlines the Weekend
Inter Milan remain firmly in control of Serie A, but the battle for Champions League places continues to intensify.
Friday’s action sees Napoli host Torino at 8:45 PM. Saturday features Atalanta against Udinese at 6:00 PM before Inter Milan meet Juventus at 8:45 PM in the always-fierce Derby d’Italia.
Sunday includes Bologna vs Verona at 3:00 PM and Genoa vs Roma at 6:00 PM, before the Milan derby closes the weekend at 8:45 PM as AC Milan face Inter Milan.
Serie A matches are live on SS Africa 2 (DStv Ch. 208, GOtv Ch. 64).
Ligue 1: Title Race Remains Tight
Paris Saint-Germain hold a narrow lead in Ligue 1, with RC Lens and Marseille continuing to apply pressure.
PSG host Monaco on Friday at 8:45 PM in a fixture shaped by recent European drama between the two sides.
Saturday sees Toulouse take on Marseille at 9:05 PM, while Sunday features Lens against Metz at 3:00 PM as the title challengers aim to keep pace at the top.
Ligue 1 matches air live on SS Football (DStv Ch. 205, GOtv Ch. 61), with selected fixtures on SS Africa 1 (DStv Ch. 207, GOtv Ch. 63).
Weekend Highlights
FA Cup
- Wolves vs Liverpool – Fri, 9:00 PM
- Mansfield vs Arsenal – Sat, 1:15 PM
- Wrexham vs Chelsea – Sat, 6:45 PM
- Newcastle vs Man City – Sat, 9:00 PM
- Fulham vs Southampton – Sun, 1:00 PM
- Leeds vs Norwich – Sun, 5:30 PM
- West Ham vs Brentford – Mon, 8:30 PM
La Liga
- Celta Vigo vs Real Madrid – Fri, 9:00 PM
- Atletico vs Real Sociedad – Sat, 6:30 PM
- Athletic vs Barcelona – Sat, 9:00 PM
- Villarreal vs Elche – Sun, 2:00 PM
- Sevilla vs Rayo Vallecano – Sun, 6:30 PM
Serie A
- Napoli vs Torino – Fri, 8:45 PM
- Atalanta vs Udinese – Sat, 6:00 PM
- Inter vs Juventus – Sat, 8:45 PM
- Milan vs Inter – Sun, 8:45 PM
Ligue 1
- PSG vs Monaco – Fri, 8:45 PM
- Toulouse vs Marseille – Sat, 9:05 PM
- Lens vs Metz – Sun, 3:00 PM
Catch Every Game
Catch all the football action live on SuperSport on DStv and GOtv. Matches are also available via DStv Stream and GOtv. Manage or upgrade your subscription via the MyDStv or MyGOtv apps, or visit www.dstv.com and www.gotvafrica.com, or dial *288# to stay connected.
The Premier League schedule intensifies this week with a full midweek programme ahead of the FA Cup weekend. Arsenal and Man City remain locked in a duel at the summit, while Man United have surged into the top three, adding further intrigue to a title race. All fixtures will be broadcast live on SuperSport across DStv and GOtv.
Tuesday’s action begins at 8:30 PM as Bournemouth host Brentford. Bournemouth are seeking to convert recent draws into victories after consecutive stalemates, including a 1–1 result with Sunderland. Brentford arrive encouraged by a 4–3 win over Burnley and have shown renewed attacking sharpness. This fixture airs on SS Football (GOtv Ch. 61, DStv Ch. 205).
At 9:15 PM, Wolves welcome Liverpool to Molineux. Liverpool travel in confident mood after a 5–2 victory over West Ham and remain firmly in the hunt for European qualification. Wolves, however, have proven difficult opposition at home, most recently defeating Aston Villa 2–0 with a disciplined display. Watch live on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203).
Wednesday features a packed schedule, starting at 8:30 PM with Aston Villa against Chelsea. Villa have slipped in recent weeks and will look to steady their campaign after defeat at Wolves. Chelsea, despite a narrow loss to Arsenal, remain competitive in the chase for European places. Live on SS Africa 2 (GOtv Ch. 64, DStv Ch. 208).
Also at 8:30 PM, Brighton take on Arsenal. Arsenal’s consecutive wins over Spurs and Chelsea have preserved their advantage at the top, but Brighton’s home form at the Amex continues to test even the strongest sides. This match is live on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203).
At the same time, Man City host Nottingham Forest. City have built momentum with four successive league victories and understand the importance of maintaining pressure in the title race. Forest, meanwhile, are searching for consistency as they attempt to stabilise their campaign. Live on SS Football (GOtv Ch. 61, DStv Ch. 205).
Wednesday concludes at 9:15 PM as Newcastle face Man United at St. James’ Park. United’s strong run of results has propelled them into the top three, while Newcastle are navigating a difficult spell and confronting a demanding stretch of fixtures. This encounter airs on SS La Liga (GOtv Ch. 62, DStv Ch. 204).
The round wraps up on Thursday at 9:00 PM when Tottenham meet Crystal Palace in a London contest with significant implications. Spurs continue to search for form, while Palace will aim to respond positively after their recent setback. The match will be shown on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203).
Midweek Match Highlights
Tuesday, 3 March
- Bournemouth vs Brentford – 8:30 PM (SS Football)
- Wolves vs Liverpool – 9:15 PM (SS Premier League)
Wednesday, 4 March
- Aston Villa vs Chelsea – 8:30 PM (SS Africa 2)
- Brighton vs Arsenal – 8:30 PM (SS Premier League)
- Man City vs Nottingham Forest – 8:30 PM (SS Football)
- Newcastle vs Man United – 9:15 PM (SS La Liga)
Thursday, 5 March
- Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace – 9:00 PM (SS Premier League)
Catch Every Game
Catch all the action live on SuperSport on DStv and GOtv. Matches are also available via DStv Stream and GOtv Stream. Subscribers can enjoy Open Access and upgrade benefits, while reconnecting customers receive access to the next higher package.
Manage or upgrade your subscription via the MyDStv or MyGOtv apps, visit www.dstv.com or www.gotvafrica.com, or dial *288# to stay connected.
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