Lionel Messi opens up about his two-year period with Paris Saint-Germain.
Eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, Lionel Messi has reflected on his two-season stint at Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), admitting he did not enjoy his time in France. In an interview with Apple Music, the World Cup winner shared that his abrupt departure from FC Barcelona in 2021 led to a difficult adjustment in Paris. During his tenure from 2021 to 2023, Messi made 75 appearances, scoring 32 goals and providing 35 assists. However, he struggled to find happiness both on and off the pitch. “I wasn’t happy day to day—whether it was training, matches, or just adapting to everything,” Messi told L’Équipe. Now in his second full MLS season with Inter Miami, the World Cup winner has claimed the 2023 Leagues Cup and the 2024 MLS Community Shield. Despite his talent, PSG failed to progress past the UEFA Champions League Round of 16, leaving his time in France without the success many had expected.
🔴🔵 Leo Messi: “I had to leave Barcelona and I spent 2 years in Paris that I didn’t enjoy…”.
“I was not happy on a daily basis, with games, training, it was hard for me to adapt”. pic.twitter.com/fa6XQa4iOR
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 1, 2025
Donavon Mitchell rallies Cleveland to a 22-point comeback win over the Celtics.
The Cleveland Cavaliers mounted a stunning comeback to defeat the Boston Celtics 123-116 at the TD Garden, erasing an early 25-3 deficit. Despite the rocky start, Donovan Mitchell remained composed, leading Cleveland’s charge alongside Evan Mobley. The victory marked the Cavaliers’ ninth straight win. Boston controlled most of the game but saw its lead slip in the fourth quarter when Cleveland surged ahead 104-101. The Celtics fought back, tying the game at 114-114 after two key defensive stops and baskets from Jaylen Brown. However, Mitchell responded with a crucial floater to reclaim the lead. After Brown missed a potential equalizer, Mitchell extended Cleveland’s advantage with a layup and free throw. Mitchell finished with 41points, while Darius Garland contributed 20 points and seven assists. Mobley recorded 17 points and 12 rebounds for his 27th double-double. Jayson Tatum led Boston with 46 points, 16 rebounds, and nine assists, while Brown added 37 points in the hard-fought loss.
DONOVAN MITCHELL LEADS CAVS IN 22-PT COMEBACK AGAINST CELTICS 🕷️🔥 pic.twitter.com/CB24QMBkLY
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) March 1, 2025
Aston Villa reaches the FA Cup quarter-finals for the first time in ten years.
Marco Asensio’s second-half brace propelled Aston Villa to a 2-0 victory over Cardiff City, securing their place in the FA Cup quarterfinals for the first time in a decade. The Premier League side dominated throughout, but Cardiff’s resilient defense, backed by goalkeeper Ethan Horvath, kept the match scoreless until the 68th minute. Asensio broke the deadlock after latching onto a cutback from Marcus Rashford, calmly finishing into the bottom corner. Twelve minutes later, he doubled Villa’s lead, converting Ollie Watkins’ pass with a composed side-footed strike. Cardiff, whose last win at Villa Park came in 1954, struggled to create chances and were unable to field a full-strength squad due to their Championship relegation battle. Twenty-nine places below Villa in England’s football pyramid, Cardiff remains three spots above the drop zone with 12 league games left. Meanwhile, Villa celebrates a long-awaited FA Cup quarterfinal appearance, thanks to Asensio’s clinical finishing.
Aston Villa reach the quarterfinals of the FA Cup for the first time in 10 years 💫 pic.twitter.com/KTuXRuMpFw
— B/R Football (@brfootball) February 28, 2025
Joel Embiid ruled out of the season due to his persisting knee injury.
Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid will miss the remainder of the NBA regular season due to a lingering left knee injury, the team announced Friday. The seven-time All-Star has already missed 40 games this season and will undergo further evaluation to determine the best course of treatment and rehabilitation. “The team and specialists will continue working with Joel to ensure the best path forward for his long-term health and performance,” the Sixers stated. Despite playing just 19 games, Embiid averaged 23.8 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 4.5 assists. Philadelphia has struggled without him, currently sitting 12th in the Eastern Conference with a disappointing 20-38 record. However, they remain just 2.5 games out of Play-In Tournament contention. Embiid, who signed a three-year, $193 million extension in 2024, is a crucial piece of the franchise’s future, and the team is prioritizing his health as they look ahead to the coming seasons.
Philadelphia's Joel Embiid has been ruled out for the season. pic.twitter.com/5AHSkwHtPr
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) February 28, 2025
Amorim confirms Manchester United’s strategy ahead of the summer transfer window.
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has outlined the club’s summer transfer strategy ahead of their FA Cup fifth-round clash with Fulham on Sunday. The Red Devils recently secured a hard-fought 3-2 Premier League win over Ipswich Town, despite playing the second half with 10 men following Patrick Dorgu’s red card. Amorim now aims for a stronger performance as United continues their FA Cup title defense. Speaking in his pre-match press conference, Amorim addressed the club’s recruitment plans, confirming that changes are coming. He acknowledged that player departures will be necessary to facilitate new arrivals. “We need to make some deals to make some deals. We are changing a lot in the squad and academy,” he told Manutd.com. United’s summer spending may rely on high-profile exits due to financial constraints. With INEOS and Sir Jim Ratcliffe implementing cost-cutting measures, even Champions League qualification through a Europa League victory may not guarantee major signings.
🚨 Rúben Amorim confirms sell-to-buy summer plans: “We need to make some deals to make some deals. We know the situation”.
“We are changing a lot of things in our squad and the academy. We are working on a lot of things. We are preparing the next season, for sure”. pic.twitter.com/MiCy9ywO07
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) February 28, 2025