Weekly Sports Roundup #12 (24/04/23)

Apr 24, 2023 • 3 min read

Last weeks roundups

Inter played a thrilling match against Benfica, resulting in a 3-3 draw. This draw was enough for Inter to secure a spot in the Champions League Semifinals, where they will face off against AC Milan
Inter played a thrilling match against Benfica, resulting in a 3-3 draw. This draw was enough for Inter to secure a spot in the Champions League Semifinals, where they will face off against AC Milan
Real Madrid emerged victorious with a well-deserved 2-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Bayern Munich's 1-1 draw with Manchester City knocked them out of the tournament.
Manchester United reached the FA Cup final after a penalty shootout, where they will face rivals Manchester City.

Azerbaijan Grand Prix 30/04/23

Formula 1 returns after a four-week hiatus.
Max Verstappen headed into the break 15 points ahead of his Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez in the championship standings.
The inaugural sprint weekend of 2023 will feature the first-ever street circuit race for the shorter Saturday race format.
The decision to schedule the sprint race early in the 2023 season, before a double-header on a circuit with close barriers, has been a hot topic among team principals concerned about driver and car safety.
With a development penalty this season, Red Bull aimed to maintain their momentum and maximize their points advantage while they had a superior car. The cancellation of the Chinese GP has given their rivals an uninterrupted four-week period to work on upgrades and try to bridge the gap. Red Bull faces a challenging task to maintain their position at the top, and the competition will be fierce as the season progresses.

Mutua Madrid Open 25/04/23

This tournament presents a significant opportunity for Alcaraz, as he aims to narrow the gap between himself and Djokovic in the rankings. With Novak sitting out the upcoming open, Alcaraz will look to capitalize on his absence and make a strong push towards climbing up the ranks.
Emma Raducanu faces a daunting task in the Madrid Open, as she has been handed a tough draw that will test her skills and ability. With her ranking slipping to No. 68 in the world, she is under pressure to perform well in order to avoid losing more ranking points.

This week we will focus on the Premier League

Manchester City vs Arsenal 26/04/23

Arsenal's clash with Manchester City marks Arteta's most significant managerial challenge to date, as he aims to secure a victory against a formidable opponent
Arsenal's Premier League form has taken a hit, with the team dropping four points in their last two matches against West Ham and Southampton, suggesting a potential decline in their performance.
Arsenal will be without their main center back William Saliba due to injury, but the Swiss international Granit Xhaka is set to be available for the upcoming fixture.
Manchester City faces a challenge in filling the gap left by Nathan Ake's hamstring strain, which forced him to be substituted during the match against Bayern Munich last week.

Tottenham vs Manchester United 27/04/23

Tottenham's recent 6-1 loss to Newcastle has left the team in a state of uncertainty, as they struggle to determine who will take on the role of interim manager for the remainder of the season.
Tottenham's upcoming match is critical, as they must secure a victory to maintain their position ahead of Liverpool and stay competitive for European football next year.
Furthermore, this is yet another significant match for United as they aim to climb to third place, surpassing Newcastle in the standings.
United seems to have an advantage over their opponents going into this contest, based on the current form of both clubs.