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• BBC expands free-to-air coverage with Serie A, Netball, and Winter Olympics deals

  The BBC has expanded its live sports portfolio for 2026, securing rights to broadcast Serie A matches and extending its coverage of the Netball Super League alongside a landmark YouTube partnership. ​The BBC has finalized three significant broadcasting deals to bring premium live sport to free-to-air television in 2026. Highlighting the expansion, the broadcaster will air eight Italian Serie A matches via BBC Alba, allowing fans to follow Scottish stars like Scott McTominay. Additionally, the corporation extended its rights for the Netball Super League, promising weekly live coverage of the competition on BBC iPlayer. ​A landmark partnership with YouTube will further increase the BBC’s digital footprint, expanding its presence to 50 channels. This deal currently facilitates 450 hours of coverage for the Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina. Director General Tim Davie emphasized the strategy’s reach, stating, “This partnership also allows new audiences different routes into BBC services like BBC iPlayer and Sounds,” while promoting homegrown storytelling.

• UEL | Brann 0-1 Bologna: Castro secures precious first leg victory

  Santiago Castro’s early strike proved decisive as Bologna secured a narrow 1-0 win against SK Brann in the first leg of their Europa League play-off.

  ​Bologna established control just nine minutes into the match at Brann Stadion.

  Federico Bernardeschi intercepted a clearance before Niccolò Cambiaghi’s clever pass allowed Santiago Castro to find the net with a precise angled drive.

  Despite the Rossoblu dominating much of the play, goalkeeper Lukasz Skorupski was forced into a desperate double save to deny Ulrik Mathisen and Jon Dagur Thorsteinssen before halftime.

  ​The Italians continued to press in the second half, with substitute Riccardo Orsolini posing a constant threat.

  Orsolini forced several saves from Mathias Dyngeland, while Thijs Dallinga nearly doubled the lead with a looping header.

  Bologna now carries a slender advantage into the return leg at the Stadio Dall’Ara on February 26, as they aim to secure a spot in the round of 16.

• Victor Pereira leads Nottingham Forest to dominant victory in Istanbul

  New manager Vítor Pereira enjoyed a perfect debut as Nottingham Forest secured a commanding 3-0 away win against Fenerbahçe in the Europa League playoff first leg.

  ​Forest took control through goals from Murillo, Igor Jesus, and captain Morgan Gibbs-White, placing them firmly in the driver’s seat for the return leg.

  Pereira, the club’s fourth coach this season, replaced Sean Dyche only days ago.

  The victory provides a massive boost for the Premier League side, who currently sit 17th domestically and face a daunting clash against Liverpool this Sunday.

  ​Elsewhere in European action, Genk secured a 3-1 victory in Zagreb, while Bologna edged out Brann 1-0 thanks to a Santiago Castro winner.

  Premier League counterparts Crystal Palace struggled, managing only a 1-1 draw against Bosnian champions Zrinjski Mostar in the Conference League.

  These two-leg playoffs determine which sides will join the top eight teams in the prestigious round of 16 next month.

• Newcastle United forced into a late Champions League squad change ahead of Qarabag trip

  Newcastle United have registered goalkeeper John Ruddy in place of the injured Emil Krafth as they prepare to face Qarabağ without several key first-team stars.

  Newcastle United have omitted injured defender Emil Krafth from their Champions League knockout squad ahead of Wednesday’s play-off against Qarabağ.

  Krafth, sidelined with a long-term knee injury, has been replaced by veteran goalkeeper John Ruddy to provide cover for Aaron Ramsdale and Nick Pope.

  This tactical shift comes as Eddie Howe navigates a depleted roster featuring several high-profile absences for the trip to Azerbaijan.

  ​The Magpies are also grappling with the loss of midfield talisman Bruno Guimarães, who faces two months out with a hamstring tear.

  Howe confirmed the Brazilian’s recovery timeline, stating, “I don’t think there is any miracle cure for him… Probably looking at the end of the international break in March for him.”

  Additionally, Sven Botman and Yoane Wissa remain fitness doubts for the crucial first-leg encounter.

• Man United’s ideal January window: 8 targets and 4 outings

  Ruben Amorim is planning a major Manchester United rebuild this January, targeting eight new signings—including Adam Wharton and Angelo Stiller—while offloading four fringe players to reshape the squad.

  Manchester United are poised for a significant squad transformation this January as Ruben Amorim looks to refine his roster for a top-four push.

  The club has reportedly identified eight primary targets to bolster key areas, specifically focusing on midfield control and wing-back depth.

  While the Red Devils have shown improved form toward the end of 2025, the mid-season window is viewed as a critical opportunity to fully implement Amorim’s tactical vision.

  Midfield remains the priority, with Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton identified as the ideal “metronome” for Amorim’s 3-4-3 system.

  However, securing the England international could prove costly, with Palace likely demanding over £70 million.

  Other potential arrivals include Stuttgart’s Angelo Stiller, who has a £34 million release clause, and former academy graduate James Garner.

  United are also reportedly considering a move for Atletico Madrid’s Conor Gallagher to add much-needed intensity to the center of the pitch.

  On the defensive flank, United are scouting Eintracht Frankfurt’s Nathaniel Brown to solve persistent issues at left wing-back.

  While Brown’s £50 million price tag is considered a risk, his pace is viewed as a perfect fit for the current system.

  Conversely, the club has missed out on Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo, who is nearing a move to rivals Manchester City.

  This proactive scouting reflects a shift toward players with high football intelligence and superior ball progression.

  The overhaul also includes four high-profile departures as the club looks to trim the squad.

  Joshua Zirkzee is linked with a loan move to AS Roma, while Tyrell Malacia could leave for as little as £3 million to revive his career.

  Most notably, academy star Kobbie Mainoo is reportedly seeking a loan move to secure regular playing time ahead of the 2026 World Cup, though United may wait to secure a replacement first.