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17.2.26 Premier League: Tottenham Injuries

Tottenham Hotspur have received encouraging news on Lucas Bergvall after his January ankle surgery. The midfielder, injured against Borussia Dortmund, is no longer wearing a protective boot and could return within six weeks if his recovery stays on track. The update offers a lift for Spurs during a difficult run that recently saw Igor Tudor appointed until the end of the season.

17.2.26 Bundesliga: Werder Injuries

Werder Bremen could be without defender Karim Coulibaly for next Sunday's trip to St. Pauli after the 18-year-old suffered a structural thigh muscle injury. Coulibaly limped off shortly after the hour mark in Bremen's 3-0 defeat to Bayern Munich last weekend, and an MRI scan confirmed the diagnosis. Head coach Daniel Thioune said the young centre-back will be assessed "day by day" but described his availability as "definitely questionable."

17.2.26 Serie A: Roma Injuries

Roma have received encouraging news on both Paulo Dybala and Wesley Franca after recent injury scares in the 2-2 draw with Napoli. Dybala missed the match due to recurring knee discomfort, but reports indicate the latest issue is only minor inflammation rather than a strain or tear. Wesley, meanwhile, was forced off after winning a penalty following a challenge from Amir Rrahmani. Tests confirmed heavy bruising to his ankle but no fracture.

17.2.26 Swiss Super League: Young Boys Transfers

Young Boys have reinforced their frontline by signing Congolese striker Samuel Essende from Augsburg on a deal running through 2029. The 28-year-old scored eight goals in 44 Bundesliga appearances since 2024 but saw reduced playing time after the arrival of Michael Gregoritsch. Young Boys reportedly paid around €4.5 million, including bonuses, for the transfer.

16.2.26 Champions League: Real Madrid

Real Madrid have confirmed that Kylian Mbappe is fit and available for Tuesday's Champions League playoff against Benfica after missing the weekend win over Real Sociedad as a precaution. Head coach Alvaro Arbeloa explained the striker had been managing minor discomfort and was rested to avoid risk. Mbappe, La Liga's top scorer with 23 goals, trained on Sunday ahead of the Lisbon showdown. However, Madrid will still be without Jude Bellingham and Eder Militao through injury, while Rodrygo and Raul Asencio are suspended.

16.2.26 Premier League: Nottingham Forest

Nottingham Forest have appointed Vitor Pereira as their new head coach on an 18-month deal as they battle to stay in the Premier League. Owner Evangelos Marinakis moved quickly to hire the 57-year-old following the sacking of Sean Dyche. Pereira, who previously managed Wolves and worked with Marinakis at Olympiacos, takes over with Forest sitting 17th.

17.2.26 NHL: Carolina Hurricanes Transfers

The Carolina Hurricanes have signed goaltender Brandon Bussi to a three-year, $5.7 million extension through the 2028-29 season after his breakout rookie campaign. Claimed off waivers from the Florida Panthers in October, Bussi has seized the starting role amid injuries and inconsistency in Carolina's crease, posting a 23-3-1 record, a 2.16 goals-against average and two shutouts. The 27-year-old, who had never previously played in the NHL, matched a franchise record with nine straight wins.

16.2.26 NHL: Los Angeles Kings Injuries

Los Angeles Kings forward Kevin Fiala will miss the remainder of the regular season after undergoing successful surgery to repair fractures in his left lower leg. The 29-year-old suffered the injury while representing Switzerland in the Milan Cortina Olympics following a collision with Tom Wilson during a game against Canada. Fiala, who has 40 points in 56 games, is a major loss for the Kings.

16.2.26 NBA: Phoenix Suns Transfers

Free agent Haywood Highsmith has agreed to a multiyear contract with the Phoenix Suns after weighing interest from several playoff contenders. The 29-year-old forward was traded from the Miami Heat to the Brooklyn Nets last offseason before being waived at the trade deadline. Highsmith has yet to play this season as he recovers from summer knee surgery but is expected to add defensive intensity and versatility to a Suns side sitting 32-23 at the All-Star break.

14.2.26 NBA

Chris Paul, 40, officially retired from the NBA on Friday, ending a 21-season career in which he became a 12-time All-Star, two-time Olympic gold medalist, and one of the greatest point guards in league history. Paul ranks second all-time in assists and steals, and was the first player to record over 20,000 points with 10,000 assists. He played for multiple teams, including the Clippers, Rockets, and Suns, and served as president of the National Basketball Players Association.