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The Sydney Kings secured their sixth NBL championship after a dramatic 113‑101 overtime victory over the Adelaide 36ers in the decisive fifth game of the series.In front of a record‑breaking crowd of 18,589 spectators at the Sydney venue on Easter Sunday, Kings guard Kendric Davis delivered a stellar performance, tallying 35 points and 14 assists, which earned him the series MVP honor.Adelaide’s star guard Bryce Cotton matched Davis with 35 points, fueling a fierce duel that defined the series and kept the 36ers within striking distance until the final minutes.The 36ers entered the last quarter of regulation holding a seven‑point lead and appeared poised to capture their first title since 2002. However, Davis sank a crucial basket with 30 seconds left, and Tim Soares’s tip‑in forced a 95‑95 tie with six seconds remaining, sending the game into overtime.During the extra period, Davis set the tone by stealing the ball early and adding seven more points, while 36ers forward Nick Rakocevic fouled out after a contested play. The Kings built a decisive 13‑point advantage, highlighted by Makuach Maluach’s emphatic dunk in the final minute.The triumph also marks the first championship for the Kings since legendary coach Brian Goorjian returned to revitalize the club last season, fulfilling expectations after a season highlighted by a record‑breaking 44‑point Game 1 win.For Adelaide, the loss ends a heart‑breaking campaign that saw the 36ers rally from a heavy Game 1 defeat to level the series twice, only to fall short of ending their 24‑year title drought.

Manchester City is set to face Liverpool in a thrilling FA Cup quarterfinal encounter at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester. The match kicks off at 12:45pm local time (11:45 GMT) on Saturday.This fixture is being billed as the standout tie of the quarterfinals, promising an exciting contest between two of England's top football clubs.

On Easter Sunday, a group of monks gathered in the Old City of Jerusalem to perform traditional prayers. The ceremony took place under an uncharacteristically quiet backdrop, as the historic quarter was largely deserted.The presence of the monks underscored the enduring religious significance of the site, even as the usual crowds were absent. Observers noted the stark contrast between the solemn ritual and the empty streets, a scene that emphasized both the spiritual continuity and the unique circumstances of this year's celebration.

Barcelona will face Atletico Madrid at the Metropolitano Stadium on Saturday, April 5, at 9pm (19:00 GMT), in a critical La Liga encounter. This match serves as a precursor to their Champions League quarterfinal series, with the two Spanish giants set to clash three times in 10 days.The Catalan club will be without winger Raphinha due to a hamstring injury, placing additional pressure on teenage star Lamine Yamal to deliver. The 18-year-old has been in impressive form, scoring six times in his last seven matches across all competitions.Yamal has drawn comparisons to Lionel Messi and has been a key player for Barca, helping the team win Euro 2024 and a domestic treble last season. His maturity and skill on the pitch have been notable, especially in big games.Barcelona currently leads La Liga and will look to maintain or extend their lead against Atletico, who have little to play for in the league but will aim to build momentum for their Champions League quarterfinal against Barca.The match is a rematch of their Copa del Rey semifinal encounter in February and March, where Atletico advanced to the final 4-3 on aggregate. Barcelona is seeking to reach the Champions League semifinals for the second consecutive season, while Atletico aims to return to the last four for the first time since 2017.In terms of team news, Atletico Madrid will be without Marcos Llorente and Johnny Cardoso due to suspensions, as well as Pablo Barrios and Rodrigo Mendoza due to injuries. Barcelona is likely to be without Frenkie de Jong but may see the return of Jules Kounde and Alejandro Balde from injury.

Bath Rugby staged an impressive comeback to defeat Saracens 31-22, earning a hard-fought win in the Champions Cup. The match saw Henry Arundell score two crucial tries for Bath, helping his team overcome a 10-0 deficit at halftime.The turning point came in the second half with the introduction of Thomas du Toit, whose impact was immediate. Bath's scrum was significantly bolstered by his presence, allowing them to dominate possession and create scoring opportunities.Henry Arundell's speed was on full display as he scored his first try from 40 meters out just four minutes into the game. He sealed the win with his second try in the final play of the match.Despite a strong performance from Saracens, particularly in their maul defense, Bath managed to pull away with Joe Cokanasiga and Ben Spencer also making significant contributions. Spencer's try was a highlight, showcasing his skill and pace.Saracens fought hard, with Max Malins and Noah Caluori scoring tries, but ultimately, Bath's relentless forward pressure secured their victory. The win sets up a quarter-final clash against Northampton at home.Bath captain Ben Spencer acknowledged the team's imperfections but emphasized their determination to improve. Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall expressed pride in his team's performance, despite the loss, highlighting their capability to compete at a high level.

Arsenal's FA Cup quarter-final hopes were dashed in a stunning upset by second-tier Southampton, with Shea Charles scoring an 85th-minute winner at St Mary's. The defeat comes on the heels of Arsenal's loss in the Carabao Cup final against Manchester City.Mikel Arteta, Arsenal's head coach, vowed to defend his players despite the loss, emphasizing their efforts and dedication. He made seven changes to the lineup from the previous match against City, with only Kepa Arrizabalaga, Ben White, Gabriel Magalhães, and Kai Havertz retaining their spots.Arteta called for his team to 'look in the mirror' and accept responsibility for the defeat, urging them to regroup and focus on their upcoming Champions League quarter-final match against Sporting. The team's next match is on Tuesday, and Arteta expressed optimism about the 'most beautiful period of the season' ahead.The defeat also raised concerns about Gabriel's fitness, as the Brazil centre-back was forced off in the second half due to an unspecified issue. Arteta confirmed that Gabriel would be assessed before their next match.Meanwhile, Southampton's head coach, Ralph Hasenhüttl (referred to as Tonda Eckert in the original article, likely an error), emphasized that their focus would quickly shift to their Championship match against Wrexham on Tuesday. The win marked Southampton's 15th consecutive unbeaten match in all competitions and secured their spot in the FA Cup semi-finals for the first time since 2021.

Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior has sought to calm the storm surrounding Enzo Fernández's recent comments about his future at the club. Fernández had appeared to cast doubt on his Chelsea future during the international window, praising former Real Madrid players Toni Kroos and Luka Modrić and expressing a desire to live in Madrid. Rosenior took the decision to suspend Fernández from Chelsea's FA Cup quarter-final against Port Vale and the upcoming Premier League game against Manchester City, feeling his comments had 'crossed the line' and threatened the culture he is working to instill. However, Rosenior was pleased that Fernández was present at Stamford Bridge to watch the Vale match and sought to draw a line under the affair. “Enzo and I are in a very good place,” Rosenior said. “I saw him today, had a really good conversation with him today one-to-one and things aren’t what people maybe think they are.” Rosenior emphasized that he wants the team to focus on achieving their season goals, including winning the FA Cup and qualifying for the Champions League. The decision to punish Fernández drew an unhappy response from the player’s agent, Javier Pastore, who described it as 'completely unfair.' Rosenior remained firm, stating that Fernández knows his value to the team and that he was pleased to see him supporting the players.

The prospect of a historic quadruple for Arsenal has evaporated. After a Carabao Cup final loss and a humbling defeat to second‑tier Southampton, the Gunners now face only two competitions.In a dramatic FA Cup quarter‑final, a late goal by Shea Charles clinched a 2‑1 win for the Saints, who have been reshaped by manager Tonda Eckert from relegation candidates into promotion frontrunners within six months.Southampton opened the scoring eleven minutes before halftime when Ross Stewart capitalised on a defensive lapse, slipping a low finish past Arsenal keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga. The lead was restored shortly after when substitute Viktor Gyökeres headed home, leveling the match.However, the decisive moment arrived in the 84th minute. After a swift build‑up involving Tom Fellows, Charles received the ball inside the box and calmly placed it past the keeper, sending the Saints into the FA Cup semi‑finals at the end of the month.The victory marks only the fifth occasion this season that a team has beaten the Premier League leaders, underscoring Southampton’s resurgence. The club also honoured its 50‑year FA Cup triumph with a special yellow‑and‑blue kit, recalling Bobby Stokes' winning goal in 1976.For Arsenal, the defeat compounds recent setbacks. Manager Mikel Arteta now has less than 48 hours before the team departs for Lisbon to face Sporting CP in the Champions League quarter‑final first leg, followed by a crucial Premier League clash at Manchester City.Despite the loss, Arsenal showed flashes of life, with Gyökeres equalising and a flurry of chances in stoppage time, but Southampton’s disciplined defence and Charles’ composure proved decisive.

Real Mallorca delivered a stunning upset to Real Madrid, winning 2‑1 thanks to an added‑time strike from Vedat Muriqi. The victory pushes the champions to four points behind Barcelona ahead of their upcoming clash with Atlético Madrid.The match began with Mallorca absorbing early pressure; goalkeeper Leo Román denied Kylian Mbappé twice with diving saves. Mallorca took the lead in the 42nd minute when Manu Morlanes headed home a cross from Pablo Maffeo.Real responded late, with Éder Militão—returning from a hamstring injury—equalising in the 88th minute. Just three minutes later, Muriqi, the league’s second‑highest scorer behind Mbappé, netted the winner, marking Mallorca’s first triumph over Real in three years and lifting them two points above the relegation zone.Muriqi, who had faced criticism after Kosovo’s World Cup qualifying loss, broke down in tears after the final whistle, saying, "Sometimes emotions get the better of you… I’m just happy to repay the supporters, we want to stay in this division for them."In Germany, Bayern Munich staged a dramatic comeback, scoring three goals in the final nine minutes to edge Freiburg 3‑2. Tom Bischof equalised, and Lennart Karl clinched the winner in stoppage time, despite the absence of injured striker Harry Kane. Bayern now travel to Real Madrid for their Champions League quarter‑final first leg.Freiburg had opened the scoring early in the second half with a long‑range strike from Johan Manzambi, and later doubled the lead via a Lucas Hoeler volley after a corner error by Manuel Neuer. However, Bayern’s late surge erased the deficit.Meanwhile, Borussia Dortmund secured a 2‑0 away win at VfB Stuttgart with late goals from Karim Adeyemi and Julian Brandt. The victory keeps Dortmund in second place on 64 points, nine behind Bayern, while Stuttgart slips to fourth.In Italy, Massimiliano Allegri of AC Milan reiterated his focus on the club, dismissing any immediate interest in the vacant Italy national team manager role after Gennaro Gattuso stepped down following a World Cup playoff defeat.