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‘Worse Than I Thought’: Hamilton Endures Difficult Ferrari Debut

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As a result of the seven-time world champion’s difficult start to his career at the Scuderia, Lewis Hamilton claimed on Sunday that he found his new Ferrari “really, really hard to drive” in the rain.

After making a bombshell switch from Mercedes, the 40-year-old is hoping for a new lease of life, but his first year with the Italian team has been a difficult one.

In the season-opening Australian Grand Prix, he finished 10th behind teammate Charles Leclerc in a rain-hit race punctuated by safety cars and well off the pace of McLaren, Red Bull, and Mercedes.

It turned out much worse than I anticipated, and it was very challenging. After a series of crashes in the tense conditions, he declared, “The car was really, really hard to drive today.”

For me, it just feels grateful that I kept it out of the wall because it frequently wanted to go there. ”

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Hamilton’s first Grand Prix was held in wet conditions in the Ferrari, not to mention his first Grand Prix.

He was once heard on the radio telling his race engineer they had “missed a big opportunity” to capitalize on a strategic lead after he briefly led during a series of pit stops under the safety car, a position he was clearly getting used to at the new team.

He was subsequently dropped back down the field by a delayed return to intermediate rain tyres, but the Briton later admitted there had been “a lot” to take from his debut.

He said, “Just getting used to the new power unit in the wet.”

It requires a different steering wheel configuration, a different driving style, and a different setup.

I spent the entire time together and eventually took the lead. I believe we missed out on the only information regarding how much more rain was coming. ”

Mbappe’s Double At Villarreal Takes ‘Exhausted’ Real Madrid Top

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Despite coach Carlo Ancelotti’s claims that his team was “exhausted,” Kylian Mbappe’s brace and 2-1 win over Villarreal on Saturday helped Real Madrid top the La Liga title.

Los Blancos defeated rivals Barcelona in a crucial match on Sunday to move three points clear of them with two extra games against third-place Atletico Madrid.

Madrid were disappointed that the game was being played less than 72 hours after their Champions League penalty victory against Atletico on Wednesday.

According to Ancelotti, “the team has something special, character, commitment,” and that Madrid would not allow for “72 hours of rest” between matches as recommended by FIFA, the world’s premier soccer organization.

However, despite their criticisms, they still managed to defeat their fifth-placed opponents at the Estadio de la Ceramica.

The team ended up exhausted, but that was expected, said Ancelotti, “but we kept going on a physical level, especially in the second half.”

“This victory speaks a lot about this team and the strength of this squad,” the team’s captain said.

On March 15, 2025, Villarreal CF and Real Madrid CF play at La Ceramica Stadium in Vila-real, Italy coach Carlo Ancelotti gestures during the Spanish League game. (Photo by JOSE JORDAN/AFP)

Following their humiliating victory over Atletico in the last 16, Ancelotti started with Vinicius Junior on the bench.

Thibaut Courtois’ powerful right-footed shot sailed well over Villarreal’s post, which was well received.

Villarreal took the lead from the corner that ended, with Juan Foyth smashing home from close range after rebounding the ball.

After 17 minutes, Mbappe levelled for Ancelotti’s side and quickly responded.

Diego Conde saved Brahim Diaz’s attempted lob with little fuss, but the French striker deflected the rebound.

Soon after Lucas Vazquez found him in the middle of the box, Mbappe quickly scored his second, spreading the ball to the right and finishing with ease.

Mbappe’s 20th league goal of the year came against Robert Lewandowski, the top scorer for Barcelona.

With their lead in hand, Madrid put on more pressure in the second half, with Courtois and Nicolas Pepe scoring well.

At the break, Villarreal coach Marcelino Garcia Toral sent Thierno Barry to Pepe in order to prevent Madrid’s first La Liga home defeat since 2017.

Foyth might have leveled early in the second half, but he did so with a clever volley over the bar.

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“A football fan,” you say?

On March 15, 2025, Villarreal CF and Real Madrid CF play a football match between Villarreal CF and Real CF at La Ceramica Stadium in Vila-real, France’s #05 Willy Kambwala (L) and Real Madrid CF’s #07 Vinicius Junior (L). (Photo by JOSE JORDAN/AFP)

Vinicius and Luka Modric were sent in by Ancelotti to try to put the game to bed, and the enthralling hosts were given some control once more.

Conde saved from Fede Valverde, but Perez made a sharp turn and powerful effort that flew just over Courtois’ crossbar, which was as close as his side could get a leveller.

The start wasn’t ideal, Courtois said, but that’s normal when you’ve got so little rest, and it’s hard on the legs. However, we quickly returned, we defended well, we were exhausted, and we showed some commitment,” Courtois said.

At the Metropolitano stadium, Ancelotti and his side can now watch the two rival teams play one another.

“We needed to win today, and I’m going to watch it because it’s going to be a very entertaining game,” said Ancelotti.

“Tomorrow, I won’t be a football fan,” the statement read.

The target man made amends after scoring an own goal and missing another spot-kick with a late Vedat Muriqi penalty that had earlier defeated Espanyol 2-1.

Celta Vigo suffered their 20th defeat of the season by defeating bottom-of-the-table Valladolid 1-0.

EPL: Man City Stumble Against Brighton, Nottingham Forest Soar Over Ipswich

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After twice extending their lead to draw 2-2 against Brighton, Manchester City failed to ease worries about missing out on the Champions League while third-placed Nottingham Forest defeated Ipswich 4-2 on Saturday to put an end to their campaign.

City won the match thanks to Pervis Estupinan’s free kick and an Abdukodir Khusanov own goal, but Brighton quickly extended their unbeaten run to seven games with Erling Haaland and Omar Marmoush.

After a difficult season for a team that is known for winning the league title, City boss Pep Guardiola declared on Friday that winning the Champions League just next year would be a “big success.”

After overcoming Real Madrid’s early exit from Europe, Guardiola’s men were able to recover from last weekend’s disappointing 1-0 defeat at Forest.

Marmoush was reinstated in the starting lineup, and the result was City’s most promising youngster.

Haaland’s 29th goal of the season came from the penalty that the Egyptian won.

The City goal was only 10 minutes long when Estupinan curled a free-kick past Stefan Ortega, who was on his last minute.

On March 15, 2025, Manchester City’s Egyptian striker #07 Omar Marmoush (2ndR) celebrates scoring his team’s second goal at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, North West England, following a game between Manchester City and Brighton and Hove Albion. (Photo by Oli SCARFF/AFP) /

Before half-time, Marmoush fired a long-range header past City to put the game in front.

However, Brighton equalized again just three minutes later when Khusanov turned Jack Hinshelwood’s shot into his own net.

City pushed in vain for a winner as Nico Gonzalez hit the post.

Thanks to English clubs’ outstanding performances in European competition, a top-five Premier League title will almost certainly guarantee a Champions League spot this year.

City is now fifth, one point ahead of Brighton in seventh, with a point.

Champions League final for Forest.

For the first time since 1980, Forest led a dominant display at Portman Road, leading to the first time since 1980.

In six first-half minutes, the visitors scored three goals to move Arsenal within one point of second-placed Arsenal and six clear of City.

The floodgates were opened by Nikola Milenkovic after controlling a loose ball inside the area.

At the conclusion of a blistering Forest counter-attack, Anthony Elanga scored his first goal since Boxing Day.

Elanga sprinted clear and slotted his second goal of the afternoon into the dreadful Ipswich defense two minutes later.

Both Jota Silva’s fourth goal and Jens Cajuste and George Hirst’s late consolation goals for Kieran McKenna’s men and Forest.

With a 2-1 victory over Southampton, Wolves resurrected their dwindling position to take control of the drop while Ipswich’s uphill task suffered yet another blow.

In the absence of Matheus Cunha, who has been suspended, Jorgen Strand Larsen headed in a header from Jean-Ricner Bellegarde’s cross on 19 minutes.

Strand Larsen scored his ninth goal of the season when the two players met early in the second half.

Southampton are still on course to record the Premier League’s worst points total ever scored thanks to Paul Onuachu’s goal.

Jake O’Brien’s 90th-minute equalizer against West Ham gave Everton a 1-1 draw that extended their unbeaten streak to nine games.

Both teams now have 34 points, 17 clear of the relegation zone, after Tomas Soucek opened the scoring at Goodison Park.

Sabalenka Routs Keys, Books Indian Wells Title Clash With Andreeva

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Aryna Sabalenka and Mirra Andreeva, both of whom won the Australian Open title, cruised past Madison Keys on Friday, 6-0, 6-1, to claim the title in the Indian Wells.

Russian 17-year-old Andreeva defeated defending champion Iga Swiatek 7-6 (7/ 1), 1-6, 6-3), to become the first woman to have won three titles in the California desert. The second-ranked Pole won the matchup, becoming the first woman to do so in the desert.

After Keys denied her bid for a third consecutive Australian Open title in January, Sabalenka admitted to wanting revenge.

I really needed some time to recover from that Australian Open match because it had really broken my heart.

And I didn’t want that to happen if I lost today once more because I was afraid it would get in my head. I had a lot of energy and was just so happy to win against Madison. ”

Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus and Madison Keys of the USA meet in the BNP Paribas Open semifinal tennis match on March 14, 2025, at Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells, California. (Photo by Patrick T.) AFP/Fallon

Keys couldn’t get a foot in the door as he was on a 16-game winning streak.

Sabalenka won the first 11 games without being troubled by the wind and swirling, cold conditions on Stadium Court.

Sabalenka said, “I think I played really good tennis tactically,” noting that her plan was to “just keep her out of the rhythm.”

In the second, the misfiring Keys finally held the serve at 5-1, but minutes later Sabalenka sealed the victory and lined up a shot at Andreeva, a WTA tour newest sensation, in a match that, according to Sabalenka, would be “kind of like an old mama playing against a kid.”

Andreeva defeated Swiatek in the quarter-finals of the WTA 1000 championship match last month, beating the Polish star in the process.

With just one point in her first three service games, Swaiatek looked incredibly confident after winning ten straight Indian Wells matches.

However, Andreeva claimed the opening break of the tense opening tense to give the score of 5-4.

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On March 14, 2025, Iga Swiatek of Poland plays against Mirra Andreeva of Russia in a women’s singles semi-final tennis match at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells, California. (Photo by Patrick T.) AFP/Fallon

Andreeva took control after Swiatek broke back and won the tiebreaker, opening with a blistering backhand winner and snatching the set when Swiatek sent a backhand wide.

She said, “It felt like I was going to go play the tiebreak like it was my last tiebreak.” So I merely fired my shots. My service was excellent. She simply said, “I felt very comfortable and assured.”

As the Russian’s errors grew worse as her opponent put her frustrations to rest and broke Andreeva in the second set, breaking her twice more.

Andreeva remarked, “The second set was a little strange. She played pretty deep and tall over the net, so I just felt like she overplayed me. With these shots, it was really challenging to do anything. ”

However, Andreeva increased her attack and broke Swiatek to start the third, and she won with her third set break.

Iga Swiatek from Poland plays Mirra Andreeva from Russia in a women’s singles semi-final tennis match on March 14, 2025 at Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells, California. (Photo by Patrick T.) AFP/Fallon

She said, “I just made the decision to kind of play the same, but maybe I should try to play a little more aggressively with my shots.”

I also feel good about how I handled the nerves and pressure, so I’m proud of myself. ”

PREVIEW: Slot Eyes First Liverpool Crown Against Newcastle In League Cup Final

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In Sunday’s League Cup final against a Newcastle side hoping to end the club’s 56-year wait for major silverware, Liverpool will bring home the first trophy of the Arne Slot era.

Runaway Premier League champions Liverpool travel to Wembley in the first final of the English domestic season, aiming to overthrow the bitter taste of their Champions League defeat on Tuesday against Paris Saint-Germain.

In the final 16 second leg at Anfield, PSG gave the Reds a penalty win of 4-1.

In Slot’s successful first season in charge, who succeeded Jurgen Klopp last year, it was a rare blow.

The Reds are 15 points clear of the top of the Premier League, making it possible for them to win their 20th English title, their first since 2020.

That will mark Slot’s smooth transition from Liverpool to the real world.

The Dutchman wants to add yet another League Cup to the Anfield trophy collection first, though.

The League Cup has been won by Liverpool ten times in a row and they are looking to win it for the third time in four years. They defeated Chelsea in the final of last season.

Without injured right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold, Slot said, “You play games like this to win it, and that’s what we’re going to try to do.”

You can’t take a final for granted, especially not in this nation, where there are so many talented teams, so we’re really looking forward to it. ”

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On January 8, 2025, during the English League Cup semi-final first-leg football game between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, Dutch manager Arne Slot yells instructions to the players from the touchline. (Photo by AFP photographer JUSTIN TALLIS)

After PSG’s disastrous treble bid was ruined by PSG, Slot, who will be making his first ever appearance at Wembley, hopes Liverpool can bounce back quickly.

After losing against Paris Saint-Germain, it’s a great time to be there. Perhaps this game is the best, he said.

  Chance to create history

On February 23, 2025, Newcastle United’s Swedish striker #14 Alexander Isak (C) celebrates with teammates after scoring their third goal from the penalty spot at St James’ Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north of England. (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN/AFP)

Newcastle have endured decades of underachievement and self-inflicted wounds that have rendered them a laughing stock for a long period of time, aside from a brief period when Kevin Keegan’s team faced a title challenge in the 1990s.

When a Saudi-backed consortium acquired unpopular owner Mike Ashley and made the decision to appoint Eddie Howe as their manager in 2021, all of that changed.

A Champions League appearance in 2023-2024 highlights Newcastle’s revival, turning them from relegation hopefuls to silverware contenders.

Newcastle are still awaiting the outcome of their first major championship win since the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup, the organization’s predecessor, in 1969.

The 1955 FA Cup was the Magpies’ final significant domestic success, and they have since lost five finals, including the League Cup.

Never have won a League Cup, with their most recent loss coming against Manchester United in 2023.

30 different English teams have won silverware since the Magpies won the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup, and Liverpool has won 38 major awards in that span, including an FA Cup final victory over Newcastle at the clubs’ final showpiece meeting in 1974.

Howe has urged his players to embrace the chance to become legends by putting an end to their trophy drought in the face of the weight of history.

We want to disrupt the trophy-waiting system. He claimed that this is not a negative.

It has the potential to make history and be remembered in a positive way, according to “we’re trying to look at it the other way.” ”

In their most recent Premier League game against Newcastle in February, Liverpool fought back to defeat them 2-0.

The absence of injured defenders Lewis Hall, Sven Botman, and Jamaal Lascelles, who have both been suspended from England, makes the Magpies’ task even more difficult.

However, Howe is confident that Newcastle won’t freeze in front of a crowded audience on television.

He continued, “We’ve stayed competitive in big games in the main.” Our approach is flexible, but we also have a clear plan. ”

FIRST 11: Madrid’s UCL Victory, Pinnick’s Re-Election Failure… Biggest Sports Stories This Week

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In the money-spinning sporting cycle, there has been yet another whirlwind of events over the past few days. The Super Eagles were also in the news before the team’s World Cup qualifiers, and once more the Champions League was dominant.

Your weekly top eleven of the biggest sports stories will be light on these and other topics. Stuff your way!

Real Madrid ! Always Finding Their Way

Real Madrid seems to be the epitome of the adage, especially in regards to the Champions League, when it comes to a cat having nine lives. The Galacticos once more came back to life and made it to the last eight of Europe’s elite competition.

Real Madrid were trailing 2-1 after the first leg of the match against Atletico Madrid, forcing penalties after extra time to equalize 2-2 on aggregate. However, Carlos Ancelotti’s side triumphed in the spot kick and recalled their playoff game victory over Manchester United.

Liverpool drew at Anfield after going down.

Liverpool lost their chances of winning the treble after being defeated at home by Paris Saint-Germain on penalties, just like Atletico. After the conclusion of normal and extra-time, the Premier League leaders and the French side had to compete in shootouts to break the tie to 1-1 overall.

Arsenal, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Inter Milan, and Aston Villa are the other teams that made the Champions League’s last eight this year. The quarter-final schedule and fixtures are available online.

UEFA Mulls Review of the Alvarez Penalty

However, there was some controversy surrounding this Champions League return. In the penalty shootout, Julian Alvarez believed he had scored the winning goal. However, a VAR review suggested the Argentine international had missed his kick by making a double kick, which sparked debates among fans, coaches, and observers.

UEFA was considering revising the penalties’ regulations as a result.

Fernandes wins the match at Fernandes.

In the Europa League, Manchester United defeated Real Sociedad 5-1 on aggregate in the last 16 after suffering a first-leg shock. In the reverse match, the Spanish side held the Red Devils to a 1-1 draw. However, Bruno Fernandes’ hat-trick on Thursday at Old Trafford advanced United to the quarter-finals against Lyon.

Zimbabwe and Rwanda Chelle Lists 23

The Super Eagles are resuming their home-based preparations for two World Cup qualifiers in 2026. Coach Eric Chelle has reduced the list of invited players for the games against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, removing veteran players Kelechi Iheanacho and Ahmed Musa from the initial 39-man squad in order to advance their goals. The Rwanda-Vietnam game will take place on March 21, 2025, with a tie between Zimbabwe and Rwanda following.

Pinnick’s bid for re-election fails.

Amaju Pinnick, the former head of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), lost in his re-election bid to the FIFA Council, just as that squad was chosen. When the election was held in Cairo, Egypt, during the 14th CAF Extraordinary Congress, he lost by one vote.

Motseppe Unopposed

However, Patrice Motsepe, the continent’s football governing body’s head, was all smiles when he won the unopposed election.

Motsepe succeeded Malagasy Ahmad Ahmad, who had been suspended by FIFA for financial misconduct, in Morocco four years ago. Veron Mosengo-Omba, the organization’s secretary general, is one of the people who has credited the South African with improving the organization’s finances and governance.

Ferrari debut piques Hamilton’s interest.

Lewis Hamilton, F1, stated on the track that his Ferrari debut was exciting. He will return to the Ferrari red for the first time at the Australian Grand Prix, knowing the expectations are high. After 12 years with Mercedes, he’s prepared to compete.

“New Trafford” – what is it? Man United on the verge of expansion

Meanwhile, Manchester United fans have good news. Because the club intends to construct a new home ground, that is. The 100, 000-capacity stadium is close to their historic Old Trafford home, according to the Premier League side, and co-owner Jim Ratcliffe claimed it would be the “world’s greatest” football stadium.

After a thorough analysis of the Premier League team’s decision, the team made the crucial decision to either develop their creaking current ground or move.

Usyk to defend title in the face of Parker

Heavyweight champion Joseph Parker has been given the task of presiding over his WBO heavyweight title defense, and heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has been given the task of starting negotiations.

The move might put an end to British boxer Daniel Dubois’ chances of winning a rematch with the Ukrainian.

Nigeria Soars in Bulgaria, according to Gifted Hands.

The men’s U-23 volleyball team from Nigeria defeated Moldova 25-22 to advance to the semifinals of the 5th IHF Emerging Nations Championship in Varna, Bulgaria. Nigeria is the first African nation to reach the championship’s semi-finals.