UEFA Champions League Quarterfinals: Drama and Determination & NBA Play-In Tournament: Warriors Secure Playoff Spot

Borussia Dortmund 3–1 FC Barcelona (Aggregate: 3–5)

At Signal Iduna Park, Borussia Dortmund delivered a spirited performance against FC Barcelona. Serhou Guirassy was the standout player, netting a hat-trick with goals in the 11th, 28th, and 49th minutes. Despite this impressive display, an own goal by Ramy Bensebaini in the 54th minute gave Barcelona the crucial away goal, ensuring their progression to the semifinals with a 5–3 aggregate score .

Aston Villa 3–2 Paris Saint-Germain (Aggregate: 4–5)

In Birmingham, Aston Villa nearly overturned a significant deficit against Paris Saint-Germain. PSG took an early lead with goals from Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes. However, Villa responded with goals from Youri Tielemans, John McGinn, and Ezri Konsa, winning the match 3–2. Despite the victory, PSG advanced to the semifinals with a 5–4 aggregate score .

Golden State Warriors 121–116 Memphis Grizzlies

In the NBA Play-In Tournament, the Golden State Warriors clinched the seventh seed in the Western Conference by defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 121–116. Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler III led the team, combining for 75 points. Despite a late surge from the Grizzlies, key plays by Curry and a critical five-second violation by Memphis secured the win for Golden State .

The day's events highlighted the intensity and unpredictability of both European football and American basketball, setting the stage for exciting matchups ahead.​