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  • European Giants Chase UEFA Semi-Final Places Live on SuperSport

    European Giants Chase UEFA Semi-Final Places Live on SuperSport

    A place in the semi-finals is at stake as the Champions League and Europa League quarter-finals conclude this week. With advantages to defend and deficits to overturn, the second legs carry significant weight across Europe. All matches will be broadcast live on SuperSport, available on DStv and GOtv.

    Champions League: Barca, Liverpool & Madrid face elimination

    At 8:00 PM on Tuesday, Atletico Madrid host Barcelona, live on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203). Atletico carry a 2-0 advantage into the second leg after a disciplined first-leg performance. Barcelona, despite a morale-boosting domestic result, face a significant challenge against a side that has consistently disrupted them this season. Overturning the deficit against Diego Simeone’s defence will require a near-perfect display.

    Also at 8:00 PM, Liverpool welcome Paris Saint-Germain to Anfield, live on SS Football Plus HD (DStv Ch. 202). PSG hold a 2-0 lead and arrive with strong momentum, while Liverpool must respond after a difficult run of form. The hosts will look to their European pedigree at Anfield, but face a side capable of managing the tie with control and precision.

    On Wednesday at 8:00 PM, Arsenal take on Sporting Lisbon at the Emirates, live on SS Football Plus HD (DStv Ch. 202). Arsenal hold a narrow 1-0 advantage but come into the match under pressure following recent domestic setbacks. Sporting remain firmly in contention, setting up a finely balanced encounter.

    At the same time, Bayern Munich host Real Madrid, live on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203). Bayern lead 2-1 heading into the second leg and will look to assert themselves at home. Real Madrid, however, have built a reputation on overturning deficits in this competition and will aim to deliver another comeback performance.

    Europa League: Down to the Wire

    Thursday’s action shifts to the UEFA Europa League, where both ties carry significant intrigue heading into the second legs.

    At 8:00 PM, Aston Villa host Bologna, live on SS Football (GOtv Ch. 61, DStv Ch. 205). Villa take a 3-1 advantage into the return fixture and will look to manage the contest on home soil. Bologna, however, must take risks early to shift the momentum of the tie.

    Also at 8:00 PM, Nottingham Forest face FC Porto, live on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203). The tie is level at 1-1 following the first leg, setting up an evenly poised encounter. Forest will rely on home support, while Porto’s European experience remains a key factor.

    At the same time, Real Betis host Braga, live on SS Africa 2 (GOtv Ch. 64, DStv Ch. 208). With the tie balanced at 1-1, both sides enter the second leg with everything to play for. Betis will look to make home advantage count, while Braga’s counter-attacking threat ensures a closely contested match.

    Quarter-Final Fixtures – Second Legs

    UEFA Champions League

    • Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona – Tue, 8:00 PM (SS Premier League)
    • Liverpool vs Paris Saint-Germain – Tue, 8:00 PM (SS Football Plus HD)
    • Arsenal vs Sporting Lisbon – Wed, 8:00 PM (SS Football Plus HD)
    • Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid – Wed, 8:00 PM (SS Premier League)

    UEFA Europa League

    • Aston Villa vs Bologna – Thu, 8:00 PM (SS Football)
    • Nottingham Forest vs FC Porto – Thu, 8:00 PM (SS Premier League)
    • Real Betis vs Braga – Thu, 8:00 PM (SS Africa 2)
  • UEFA Club Competitions Reach Quarter-Final Stage Live on SuperSport

    UEFA Club Competitions Reach Quarter-Final Stage Live on SuperSport

    European club football enters its decisive quarter-final phase in the UEFA Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League. With semi-final places on the line, the first-leg fixtures promise high-intensity clashes. All matches will be broadcast live on SuperSport, available on DStv and GOtv.

    Champions League: Heavyweights Collide 

    At 8:00 PM, Real Madrid host Bayern Munich in the standout tie of the round. Both sides were emphatic in the previous stage, with Madrid dismantling Manchester City and Bayern delivering a dominant performance against Atalanta. The match airs live on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203).

     Madrid arrive off a disappointing domestic setback, while Bayern continue to show resilience and attacking firepower. The Bernabéu will be central to Madrid’s hopes against a side currently scoring with ease.

    Also at 8:00 PM, Sporting Lisbon face Arsenal in Lisbon, live on SS Football Plus HD (DStv Ch. 202). Arsenal come into the tie under pressure following consecutive cup losses in the Carabao and FA Cups, while Sporting are full of confidence after an impressive run of form. With momentum firmly on the Portuguese side, this fixture presents a significant test of Arsenal’s mentality.

    At 8:00 PM on Wednesday, Barcelona welcome Atletico Madrid in what promises to be a tightly contested tactical encounter. The game will be shown live on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203). Barcelona claimed a recent league victory between the sides, but Atletico have already proven their ability to disrupt them this season. Expect a high-stakes contest between two teams who know each other well.

    Also at 8:00 PM, Paris Saint-Germain take on Liverpool in Paris, live on SS Football Plus HD (DStv Ch. 202). PSG have emerged as one of the competition’s most dominant sides, carrying strong momentum into the tie. Liverpool, meanwhile, arrive under pressure following a heavy domestic defeat and will need a significant improvement to remain competitive heading into the second leg.

    Europa & Conference League: Thursday Night Stakes

    While the Champions League dominates midweek headlines, Thursday brings its own high-stakes quarter-final action across the UEFA Europa League and UEFA Conference League.

    In the Europa League, Bologna host Aston Villa in a compelling first-leg encounter, live on SS La Liga (GOtv Ch. 62, DStv Ch. 204) at 8:00 PM, . Aston Villa have impressed throughout the competition and arrive well-rested, while Bologna’s path to this stage has been defined by resilience and high-intensity performances. The contrast in preparation could shape the outcome.

    Also at 8:00 PM, FC Porto face Nottingham Forest, with the match airing on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203). Porto will look to assert themselves at home after previous meetings between the sides, while Forest have already demonstrated their ability to navigate difficult knockout ties.

    For the Conference League, Crystal Palace take on Fiorentina at Selhurst Park, live on SS Football (GOtv Ch. 61, DStv Ch. 205) at 8:00 PM. Palace continue their pursuit of European silverware against a Fiorentina side balancing continental ambition with inconsistent domestic form. The hosts will aim to build a first-leg advantage before the return fixture in Italy.

    Quarter-Final Fixtures – First Legs

    UEFA Champions League

    • Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich – Tue, 8:00 PM (SS Premier League)
    • Sporting Lisbon vs Arsenal – Tue, 8:00 PM (SS Football Plus HD)
    • Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid – Wed, 8:00 PM (SS Premier League)
    • Paris Saint-Germain vs Liverpool – Wed, 8:00 PM (SS Football Plus HD)

    UEFA Europa League

    • Bologna vs Aston Villa – Thu, 8:00 PM (SS La Liga)
    • FC Porto vs Nottingham Forest – Thu, 8:00 PM (SS Premier League)

    UEFA Conference League

    • Crystal Palace vs Fiorentina – Thu, 8:00 PM (SS Football)
  • Carabao Cup Final, Derby Drama Anchor SuperSport Football Weekend

    Carabao Cup Final, Derby Drama Anchor SuperSport Football Weekend

    The focus shifts sharply back to domestic football across Europe this weekend, with high-stakes derbies and a major cup final taking centre stage. SuperSport will broadcast all the key action live on DStv and GOtv.

    Premier League & Carabao Cup: Derby Heat, Wembley Showpiece

    Friday night begins at 9:00pm as Bournemouth host Man United. United have found stability under Michael Carrick and will look to strengthen their grip on third, while Bournemouth continue to struggle for wins despite their resilience.

    Saturday opens at 1:30pm with Brighton vs Liverpool in a key clash for European places. Liverpool will aim to build on their Champions League momentum, while Brighton remain a difficult side to break down at home. At 6:30pm, Everton host Chelsea with the visitors under pressure after a disgraceful Champions League exit, while Leeds face Brentford at 9:00pm in a tense relegation battle.

    Sunday’s action starts with the Tyne-Wear derby at 1:00pm as Newcastle face Sunderland, with both sides driven by very different motivations. At 3:15pm, Aston Villa host West Ham in a key contest for European places, while Tottenham meet Nottingham Forest with pressure mounting near the bottom of the table.

    The weekend concludes at 5:30pm with the Carabao Cup Final at Wembley, where Arsenal face Man City. Arsenal’s consistency has defined their season, while City will see this as a chance to restore momentum.

    All Premier League and Carabao Cup matches air live on SS Premier League (DStv Ch. 203, GOtv Ch. 65).

    La Liga: Title Pressure Builds Before Madrid Derby

    In Spain, Sevilla host Valencia at 9:00pm on Saturday as both sides search for stability in mid-table.  Sunday begins at 2:00pm with Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano, as the league leaders look to extend their advantage. Athletic Club face Real Betis at 6:30pm in a tightly contested battle for European places, before attention turns to the Madrid derby at 9:00pm. 

    Real Madrid must beat Atletico to maintain pressure on Barcelona, while Atletico aim to disrupt the title race and strengthen their top-three position.  La Liga matches air live on SS La Liga (DStv Ch. 204, GOtv Ch. 62).

    Serie A: Inter Tested as Race Tightens

    In Italy, Cagliari host Napoli at 6:30pm on Friday, with Napoli looking to close the gap at the top. Saturday sees AC Milan face Torino at 6:00pm as they seek a response after recent setbacks, while Juventus host Sassuolo at 8:45pm in their push for a top-four finish.

    Sunday features Atalanta vs Verona and Bologna vs Lazio, both at 3:00pm, before Roma take on Lecce at 6:00pm. The standout fixture comes at 8:45pm as Inter travel to Fiorentina in a potentially defining test of their title credentials. Serie A fixtures will be shown on SS Africa 2 (DStv Ch. 208, GOtv Ch. 64).

    Ligue 1: Pressure Mounts Across the Table

    RC Lens host Angers at 8:45pm on Friday, knowing victory could send them top, at least temporarily. On Saturday at 9:00pm, PSG travel to Nice aiming to maintain control of the title race after their dominant European showing.

    Sunday’s action sees Lyon host Monaco at 3:00pm in a clash of contrasting form, while Marseille face Lille at 5:15pm in a crucial battle for European places. The weekend wraps up at 8:45pm with Nantes vs Strasbourg, as the hosts fight to climb out of the relegation zone.

    Ligue 1 matches air on SS Football (DStv Ch. 205, GOtv Ch. 61), with selected fixtures on SS Africa 1 (DStv Ch. 207, GOtv Ch. 63).

    Weekend Highlights

    England: Premier League & Carabao Cup Final

    • Bournemouth vs Man United — Fri, 9:00 PM
    • Brighton vs Liverpool — Sat, 1:30 PM
    • Everton vs Chelsea — Sat, 6:30 PM
    • Leeds vs Brentford — Sat, 9:00 PM
    • Newcastle vs Sunderland — Sun, 1:00 PM
    • Aston Villa vs West Ham — Sun, 3:15 PM
    • Tottenham vs Nottingham Forest — Sun, 3:15 PM
    • Arsenal vs Man City — Sun, 5:30 PM

    La Liga

    • Sevilla vs Valencia — Sat, 9:00 PM
    • Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano — Sun, 2:00 PM
    • Athletic Club vs Real Betis — Sun, 6:30 PM
    • Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid — Sun, 9:00 PM

    Serie A

    • Cagliari vs Napoli — Fri, 6:30 PM
    • AC Milan vs Torino — Sat, 6:00 PM
    • Juventus vs Sassuolo — Sat, 8:45 PM
    • Atalanta vs Verona — Sun, 3:00 PM
    • Bologna vs Lazio — Sun, 3:00 PM
    • Roma vs Lecce — Sun, 6:00 PM
    • Fiorentina vs Inter — Sun, 8:45 PM

    Ligue 1

    • RC Lens vs Angers — Fri, 8:45 PM
    • Nice vs PSG — Sat, 9:00 PM
    • Lyon vs Monaco — Sun, 3:00 PM
    • Marseille vs Lille — Sun, 5:15 PM
    • Nantes vs Strasbourg — Sun, 8:45 PM
  • SuperSport Serves Up a Blockbuster Football Weekend Across Europe

    SuperSport Serves Up a Blockbuster Football Weekend Across Europe

    Another blockbuster weekend of football takes centre stage across Europe’s top leagues, with decisive battles in England, Spain, Italy, and France live on SuperSport, exclusively on DStv and GOtv.

    Premier League: Tottenham, City Seek Statements

    Saturday begins with Tottenham hosting Man United at 1:30 p.m. Spurs’ form has cooled after a 1-0 loss to Chelsea, though a 4-0 CL win offered relief. Unpredictable United drew 2-2 at Forest. 

    At 4:00 p.m., Everton host Fulham; the Toffees are winless in three, while Fulham ended their four-game losing streak with a 3-0 win over Wolves. 

    Arsenal travel to Sunderland at 6:30 p.m. The Gunners are in imperious form, extending their clean sheet run to nine across competitions. Finally, at 9:00 p.m., Chelsea face Wolves. Chelsea are inconsistent despite a win at Spurs. Winless Wolves are bottom and recently sacked Vítor Pereira. 

    The weekend concludes with a heavyweight clash at 5:30 p.m. as Man City host Liverpool. City bounced back from a loss with two wins, while Liverpool, fresh from beating Aston Villa and Real Madrid, aim to prove they are back in contention

    All Premier League matches air live on SS Premier League (DStv Ch. 203, GOtv Ch. 65).

    La Liga: Madrid Hold the Edge, Barça Chase

    On Saturday at 5:30 p.m., Atlético Madrid host Levante. Simeone’s men crushed Sevilla 3-0 last time out, while Levante’s 2-1 defeat to Celta Vigo keeps them in mid-table struggle.

    Sunday opens with Rayo Vallecano vs Real Madrid at 3:15 p.m. Madrid have been near-flawless domestically, thrashing Valencia 4-0 last weekend, though their midweek Champions League loss to Liverpool could test their response.

    At 8:00 p.m., Celta Vigo welcome Barcelona. The Catalans beat Elche 3-1 last weekend but dropped points in Europe after a 3-3 draw at Club Brugge. They will look to close the five-point gap on Madrid if the leaders stumble.

    All La Liga matches air live on SS La Liga (DStv Ch. 204, GOtv Ch. 62).

    Serie A: Title Race Tightens at the Top

    Only one point separates the top four in Italy as the Serie A campaign heats up.

    Saturday at 6:00 p.m. sees Juventus face city rivals Torino. Juve finally secured back-to-back wins after a long drought and drew 1-1 with Sporting in midweek, while Torino continue to grind out results.

    At 8:45 p.m., Parma host AC Milan. Milan, currently third, share points with Inter and Roma and remain in strong contention after a narrow win over Roma.

    Sunday begins at 3:00 p.m. with Bologna vs Napoli. The leaders were held 0-0 by Como and Frankfurt but remain top, while Bologna, after beating Parma, will be confident at home.

    Roma face Udinese at 6:00 p.m. in a key test after defeat to Milan. A win could see them climb to the summit, but Udinese’s recent 1-0 win over Atalanta shows they will not be pushovers.

    The weekend ends with Inter Milan vs Lazio at 8:45 p.m. Inter have won nine of their last ten in all competitions, losing only to Napoli, while Lazio’s steady form keeps them in striking distance of the top four.

    All Serie A matches air live on SS Africa 2 (DStv Ch. 208, GOtv Ch. 64).

    Ligue 1: Leaders Face Stern Tests

    It is tight at the top in France, with key fixtures that could shake up the standings.

    On Saturday at 9:05 p.m., Monaco host RC Lens. Lens sit third, two points above Monaco, and come off a 3-0 win over Lorient, while Monaco seek redemption after a 1-0 defeat to Paris FC.

    Sunday’s 5:15 p.m. fixture sees Strasbourg host Lille. Strasbourg’s recent dip, two losses in three, threatens their early momentum, while Lille, fourth and level on points, look to build after edging Angers.

    The weekend’s main event arrives at 8:45 p.m. when Lyon host PSG. The champions top the table but lost narrowly to Bayern in midweek despite numerical advantage. Lyon, unbeaten in two, could close within four points of the leaders with a home victory.

    All Ligue 1 matches air live on SS Football (DStv Ch. 205, GOtv Ch. 61).

    Weekend Highlights

    Premier League

    • Tottenham vs Man United — Sat, 1:30 p.m.
    • Everton vs Fulham — Sat, 4:00 p.m.
    • Sunderland vs Arsenal — Sat, 6:30 p.m.
    • Chelsea vs Wolves — Sat, 9:00 p.m.
    • Brentford vs Newcastle — Sun, 3:00 p.m.
    • Man City vs Liverpool — Sun, 5:30 p.m.

    La Liga

    Atlético Madrid vs Levante — Sat, 5:30 p.m.

    • Rayo Vallecano vs Real Madrid — Sun, 3:15 p.m.
    • Celta Vigo vs Barcelona — Sun, 8:00 p.m.

    Serie A

    • Juventus vs Torino — Sat, 6:00 p.m.
    • Parma vs AC Milan — Sat, 8:45 p.m
    • Bologna vs Napoli — Sun, 3:00 p.m.
    • Roma vs Udinese — Sun, 6:00 p.m.
    • Inter Milan vs Lazio — Sun, 8:45 p.m.

    Ligue 1

    • Monaco vs RC Lens — Sat, 9:05 p.m.
    • Strasbourg vs Lille — Sun, 5:15 p.m.
    • Lyon vs PSG — Sun, 8:45 p.m.

    Exciting Football Weekend

    All PL action this weekend is on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203). La Liga is on SS La Liga (GOtv Ch. 62, DStv Ch. 204). Ligue 1 matches are live on SS Football (GOtv Ch. 61, DStv Ch. 205), and Serie A games are broadcast live on SS Africa 2 (GOtv Ch. 64, DStv Ch. 208).

  • Vertiv Inaugurates New Academy Centre in Frankfurt

    Vertiv Inaugurates New Academy Centre in Frankfurt

    …New facility to train EMEA engineers to meet the growing demands of the AI-driven digital infrastructure

    Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, has announced the opening of its new Vertiv Academy training centre in Frankfurt, Germany. Strategically located in one of Europe’s most connected cities, the new facility will enhance technical training, service innovation, and customer engagement across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (the DACH region), developing the next generation of engineers ready for an era increasingly shaped by AI and automation. The inauguration of the Academy brought together industry leaders, government representatives, and Vertiv executives to celebrate this new chapter in digital infrastructure and service excellence.

    The innovative training centre features specialised training zones equipped with the latest critical infrastructure systems, enabling hands-on experience with thermal management, uninterruptible power supply (UPS), and switchgear technologies. The facility provides practical learning environments where Vertiv customer engineers from the area can benefit from scenario-based exercises and fault simulations that mirror real-world conditions, enabling faster response times and reduced service risks. Vertiv currently has more than 100 certification and educational courses available to increase capabilities in servicing and maintaining power, cooling and other critical digital infrastructure systems.

    “The opening of our Frankfurt Academy marks a fundamental step in our regional strategy, reinforcing Vertiv’s commitment to deliver best-in-class service and customer support,” said Karsten Winther, president for Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). “This key location will enable us to better serve the European market through faster knowledge transfer and enhanced service delivery for next-generation infrastructure. These efforts underscore our focus on empowering talent, advancing workforce development, and driving engineering and service excellence in the region.”

    “In the AI era, services are more critical than ever. This Academy represents a strategic investment in people – our teams, partners, and customers.” adds Phil Cullerton, vice president of Services EMEA at Vertiv. “At the heart of every great service experience is a well-trained individual, and by nurturing talent and building expertise, we’re developing a stronger, more resilient service ecosystem for the AI-driven world.” 

    Established in 2007, Vertiv Academy comprises 15 training locations across EMEA, including two main hubs in Italy: Bologna for power systems and Tognana for thermal management, contributing to total of 30 learning centres and academies worldwide. Each facility provides Vertiv engineers, channel partners, and aspiring professionals with immersive, hands-on training using real equipment, providing a valuable opportunity for first-hand experience in field service and solution deployment, covering the latest innovations in power systems, thermal management, and AI-ready solutions.  

    The Vertiv Academy delivers specialised courses led by certified technical trainers, following a standardised curriculum developed by Vertiv’s Global Learning Centre of Excellence. The programme combines online pre-learning, interactive classroom instruction, and structured field training tailored to local and regional needs. The Academy also supports Vertiv’s broader talent development initiatives, helping to build a skilled workforce ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow’s digital economy and the AI factory of the future.

    Engineers, industry professionals, and business leaders are invited to explore the Vertiv Academy to see how Vertiv is shaping the future of digital infrastructure.