Burnley 0-2 Chelsea, Player Ratings: Andrey Santos steps up, answers the call

Inter Miami showcased a dominant performance against FC Cincinnati in the MLS playoffs, raising questions about the future role of Luis Suárez under coach Javier Mascherano. The discussion also included insights from Tim Ream regarding the USMNT and the return of Gio Reyna as they prepare for the World Cup.

Marcus Rashford has regained his form and confidence at Barcelona, scoring six goals this season after joining on loan from Manchester United. Coach Hansi Flick noted that Rashford's experience in Spain has positively impacted his demeanor, especially as he prepares to face Chelsea in the Champions League after recovering from a cold.

Chelsea will host Barcelona, providing a platform for two 18-year-old football prodigies, Estêvão Willian and Lamine Yamal, both considered future contenders for the Ballon d’Or. Estêvão has expressed his desire to be recognized for his own identity rather than being compared to others, emphasizing the importance of individuality in his career.

The Women's Super League (WSL) has expressed concern over its broadcast slots following disappointing viewership figures for the recent derby match between Arsenal and Chelsea, which attracted only 71,000 viewers. This figure is significantly lower than the previous season's audience of 732,000, which benefitted from being aired on the BBC during a men's international break.

Newcastle United achieved a significant 2-1 victory over Manchester City, with Harvey Barnes scoring both goals, marking a crucial turnaround for the team that had been struggling in the Premier League. This win elevated Newcastle from 15th to a more favorable position in the league standings, while simultaneously hindering Manchester City's title aspirations as they fell to third place, four points behind Arsenal.