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Barcelona Suffers La Liga Defeat; PSG and Benfica Prepare for Champions League Playoffs
Barcelona suffered a significant blow to their La Liga title defense after losing 2-1 to Girona in a derby match on Monday, February 16, 2026, leaving them two points behind league leaders Real Madrid. In other league news, Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams is sidelined indefinitely with a groin problem, as announced by the club on Monday. Meanwhile, in the Champions League, Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique has downplayed suggestions of dressing room issues ahead of their playoff first leg against domestic rivals Monaco. In a separate fixture, Benfica coach Jose Mourinho addressed rumors of a return to Real Madrid before their UEFA Champions League play-off rematch, confirming he has a contract clause allowing him to leave but stressing it was related to upcoming club elections.
Government Begins Thika Stadium Construction as Kenya Prepares for Boxing and WRC Rally Events
The Kenyan government has initiated the construction of a new 10,000-seater Thika Stadium in Kiambu County as part of its plan to expand sports infrastructure. This development comes as Kenyan counties finalize selections for the Counties Intermediate Boxing Championships, set to begin tomorrow. The boxing trials are intended to challenge Nairobi's dominance ahead of the National Championships scheduled for February 26-28 in Thika. In another major sporting event, the Safari Rally, a leg of the 2026 World Rally Championship (WRC), is set to occur in Naivasha from March 12-15. Following his victory at Rally Sweden, Welshman Elfyn Evans will lead a strong group of drivers in the event.
