Premier League rivalries, a defining London derby clash and a packed Sunday schedule headline the weekend’s live sport.
With Friday behind us, attention turns to a heavyweight weekend across football, rugby league and motorsport. Here is what to watch, where to find it and why it matters.
Saturday 28 February
Leeds United v Manchester City
4.30pm, Sky Sports Premier League
Manchester City’s squad depth often proves decisive at this stage of the campaign, but Elland Road has a way of disrupting rhythm. Leeds will press aggressively and try to turn the game into something chaotic. City, by contrast, will look to control tempo and limit transitions. If the visitors rotate, this could be tighter than expected.
Borussia Dortmund v Bayern Munich
5.20pm, Sky Sports Football
Der Klassiker remains one of Europe’s most watchable fixtures. Bayern bring experience and structure. Dortmund bring speed and emotion. Both sides have shown defensive lapses this season, which adds unpredictability. It rarely finishes quietly.
Warrington Wolves v Wakefield Trinity
5.15pm, BBC Two and Sky Sports+
Warrington started the Super League season with momentum and will want to reinforce early confidence. Wakefield, however, tend to make matches uncomfortable. Expect territory battles and physical exchanges rather than expansive play.
Elsewhere, the South African Open continues on Sky Sports Golf from 10.30am, and MotoGP qualifying from Thailand airs at 3am on TNT Sports 2 for early risers.
Sunday 1 March
Rangers v Celtic
12pm, Sky Sports Football
Form frequently dissolves in an Old Firm derby. Rangers will aim to assert tempo early. Celtic will focus on composure in possession. These fixtures are often decided by discipline rather than flair.
Fulham v Tottenham
1pm, Sky Sports Premier League
Spurs have shown attacking ambition but remain inconsistent defensively. Fulham’s organisation could test their patience.
Manchester United v Crystal Palace
1.30pm, Sky Sports Main Event
United need consistency more than spectacle. Palace are disciplined and capable of frustrating high profile opponents.
Arsenal v Chelsea
3.30pm, Sky Sports Premier League
The weekend’s focal point. Arsenal have built efficiency into their recent performances. Chelsea remain unbeaten in the league under Liam Rosenior, although they fell short in a recent cup meeting between these sides. This fixture feels significant in the wider title picture.
MotoGP Thailand Grand Prix
7.15am, TNT Sports 2
The heat in Thailand places unusual emphasis on tyre management and race intelligence. Early season momentum can shift quickly in these conditions.
The IndyCar season opener in St Petersburg follows at 5pm on Sky Sports F1 for those wanting late afternoon motorsport.
Watching from abroad
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