Sporting action will be back in all glory for the upcoming weekends. There is no Premier League action this weekend, but elsewhere the relentless mill of European football will continue purring, throwing some tantalising contests. Real Madrid, the La Liga leader, will take on the second-placed Atletico Madrid, a contest that will go a long way in determining the eventual domestic champions. Closer home, the Indian cricket team will be up against Jos Buttler's England in the second ODI of the series. We list out all the sporting events coming up this weekend.
H2: 7 Unmissable Sporting Events To Watch This Weekend
Manchester United vs Leicester City - FA Cup
When: February 8, 1:30 am
Where to Watch: Sony LIV
Manchester United will host Leicester City at Old Trafford on Saturday for an intriguing FA Cup clash. Both teams are placed at the bottom of the points table in the Premier League, with Leicester City facing a relegation battle. A victory would bolster the confidence of either side, something that both of them lack.
Brighton vs Chelsea - FA Cup
When: February 9, 1:30 am
Where to Watch: Sony LIV
Last weekend, Brighton suffered one of the heaviest defeats, succumbing to 7-0 against Nottingham Forest. It's rare to see Fabian Hurzeler's team fall apart like that. They would be itching to return to winning ways when they come across Chelsea in the fourth-round clash of the FA Cup. Chelsea, meanwhile, have their own share of problems, mainly flailing defence.
Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid
When: February 9, 1:30 am
Where to Watch: GXR.World
Get ready for the most anticipated clash of the weekend, as two of the top sides of La Liga lock horns against each other at Santiago Bernabeu. After 22 rounds, there is only a single point that separates Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid. While it is a great opportunity for Atletico to go to the top of the table, Real Madrid will do everything in their power to extend the lead margin to four points.
India vs England
When: February 9, 1:30 pm
Where to Watch: Disney Plus Hotstar
India continued their limited-overs dominance, thrashing England by four wickets in a rather lopsided first ODI. They will meet again on Sunday, in what promises to be an intriguing affair between two of the top ODI sides. Virat Kohli is likely to return back to the team after missing the first match due to injury. All eyes, however, will be on the Indian captain Rohit Sharma, who got out cheaply in the first ODI.
Sri Lanka vs Australia
When: February 06- February 10
Where to Watch: Sony LIV
Australia started their tour to Sri Lanka with a sensational victory, thanks to centuries from Steven Smith and Usman Khawaja. The second Test is underway at Galle International Stadium, where Australia again are getting into a commanding position. with Smith having already completed his half-century.
Anshul Jubli vs Quillan Salkilld - UFC 312
When: February 9
Where to Watch: Sony LIV
Anshul Jubli continues to be the lone Indian star making his mark at UFC. After losing his last fight against Mike Breeden, Jubli would leave no stone unturned to come better against Quillan Salkilld at UFC 312 in the lightweight category.
Super Bowl LIX 2025
When: February 10, 5:00 am
Where to Watch: Disney Plus Hotstar
The Kansas City Chiefs will aim for their third consecutive Super Bowl victory and their fourth title since 2020 as they prepare to face the Philadelphia Eagles in a rematch of Super Bowl LVII.
