&lt;p&gt;For some time, the &lt;strong&gt;San Francisco 49ers&lt;/strong&gt; have had &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mac-jones&quot;&gt;Mac Jones&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, undoubtedly a premium backup capable of stepping in for &lt;strong&gt;Brock Purdy&lt;/strong&gt; if needed. Originally drafted by the &lt;strong&gt;New England Patriots&lt;/strong&gt;, the QB’s rookie season could have unfolded very differently.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;What is this whole story about? The quarterback himself, now in the Bay Area, revealed that back in 2021, &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kyle-shanahan&quot;&gt;Kyle Shanahan&lt;/a&gt; had shown specific interest in bringing the former Alabama Crimson Tide player to the team.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“Kyle and I, we just have a great relationship, and &lt;strong&gt;he wanted me to be here with him when I was coming out of the draft,&lt;/strong&gt;“&lt;/em&gt; Jones said on the &lt;em&gt;“Monday Mornings with Mitch” podcast. “Obviously, it went in different ways, but that’s what it’s all about — reconnecting with people that either see value in you or whatnot.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;He also added: &lt;em&gt;“Just hearing the stories about Kyle and how he sees the run game and the pass game and running the team meetings, and it was just interesting. And finally, I got to see it this year, and that was just awesome.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/08041920/kyle-shanahan-of-the-49ers-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;Head coach Kyle Shanahan&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-575684&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Head coach Kyle Shanahan of the San Francisco 49ers on October 19, 2025 in Santa Clara.&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Ultimately, Shanahan finally saw his wish come true after the &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers&quot;&gt;49ers&lt;/a&gt; signed Jones to a two-year, $7 million contract to serve as Brock Purdy’s backup. Will Jones and the head coach continue working side by side for some more time?&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Jones delivered solid performances in the Bay&lt;/h2&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;During the 2025 &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/nfl&quot;&gt;NFL&lt;/a&gt; season, &lt;strong&gt;Mac Jones stepped up as a vital insurance policy for the San Francisco 49ers&lt;/strong&gt;, taking over the starting role for eight games while Brock Purdy sidelined with a lingering turf toe injury. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Jones proved highly efficient in Kyle Shanahan’s system, finishing the regular season with 2,151 passing yards, 13 touchdowns, and 6 interceptions across 11 total appearances. He posted a career-high 69.6% completion percentage and a solid 97.4 passer rating, leading the team to a 5–3 record in his starts. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;His performance was highlighted by a 342-yard game against the Rams and a nearly perfect outing against the Giants, effectively “steadying the ship” and ensuring the 49ers remained top contenders in the NFC before Purdy’s return late in the season.&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers&quot;&gt;Pittsburgh Steelers&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; may already be laying the groundwork for their next franchise quarterback, even as uncertainty continues to surround their short-term plans at the position.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;According to a report from Judy Battista, the organization “really likes” sixth-round pick Will Howard and is interested in seeing what they can get out of him moving forward. &lt;em&gt;“As for the long-term plan, they really like Will Howard, their sixth-round draft pick last season. Mike McCarthy wants to work with him. The Steelers want to see what they can get out of Howard.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;All of this becomes even more intriguing when considering the current situation involving &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers&quot;&gt;Aaron Rodgers&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;. There has been speculation about a possible one-year return in 2026, a scenario that would clearly represent a short-term approach for a franchise still trying to stabilize the quarterback position.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;How Aaron Rogers’ retirement decision impacts Steelers QB situation&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;If Aaron Rodgers does return for one final season trying to chase a &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl&quot;&gt;Super Bowl&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, it would likely serve as a bridge. And if that is the case, evaluating Howard now becomes even more critical. The Steelers would need to determine whether he can develop into a viable long-term option or whether the organization must continue the search for the next franchise cornerstone.&lt;/p&gt;


        

        


&lt;p&gt;The urgency is amplified by the competitive landscape of the AFC, where elite quarterback play often defines postseason success. The names are stellar: &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes&quot;&gt;Patrick Mahomes&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson or Joe Burrow. Waiting too long to identify a long-term answer could leave Pittsburgh behind.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;For McCarthy, working closely with Howard offers a chance to mold a young passer within his offensive system rather than relying solely on veteran stopgaps. He’s been known as great quarterback whisperer working with stars like Joe Montana, Brett Favre, Aaron Rodgers and &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dak-prescott&quot;&gt;Dak Prescott&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;. For the Steelers, it could quietly signal the beginning of a transition. One that prioritizes internal development over temporary fixes. &lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;Whether Rodgers ultimately returns or not, the coming months represent a pivotal stretch for Pittsburgh’s quarterback future. If Will Howard shows he can handle a larger role, the Steelers’ long-term answer may already be in the building.&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;Andy Reid and the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs&quot;&gt;Kansas City Chiefs&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; had a disappointing season with a 6-11 record. For the first time in nearly a decade, fans and experts agree that what happened over the past year could now truly represent the end of the dynasty.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The defense led by coordinator Steve Spagnuolo was unable to maintain its level and faltered in clutch moments throughout the schedule. In the Reid era, winning one-score games had become a specialty of the team. However, in 2025, eight of their eleven losses came in close matchups.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;On offense, &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes&quot;&gt;Patrick Mahomes&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; did what he could behind an offensive line that made many mistakes and a running game that was nonexistent. In addition, the wide receiver group, in which there were high expectations, fell short for different reasons despite having names like Xavier Worthy and Rashee Rice.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Chiefs could sign star WR&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;If the Chiefs want to be &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl&quot;&gt;Super Bowl&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; contenders again, they need big splashes in the offseason. The big problem is that general manager Brett Veach will have to accomplish that while battling against the pressure of the salary cap.&lt;/p&gt;


        

        


&lt;p&gt;According to Ryan Wilson, a surprising name to keep a very close eye on is Rashid Shaheed. The recent champion with the Seahawks could be on the radar of the Chiefs and several AFC teams.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“I think he makes a lot of sense for teams that need speed. Some names that come to mind for not $30 million a year. The Buffalo Bills might be interested in someone like Rashid Shaheed to pair off opposite of Keon Coleman. The Pittsburgh Steelers and the Kansas City Chiefs are two other teams that could be in the market for speedy wide receivers to help diversify their WR room. I think there’s going to be a real market for him.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;When &lt;strong&gt;Bad Bunny&lt;/strong&gt; stepped onto the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl&quot;&gt;Super Bowl LX&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; stage, millions of eyes were already fixed on the performance long before the first beat dropped. The &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/super-bowl-lx-halftime-full-overview-who-is-performing-full-lineup-of-artists-timing-what-to-expect-and-more&quot;&gt;halftime show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; has outgrown its role as a brief interlude.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Last year’s halftime show set a daunting benchmark with roughly 133.5 million viewers tuning in, outdrawing the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/nfl&quot;&gt;NFL&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; game itself and underscoring the cultural weight this moment now carries.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Even as broadcasts splinter across platforms and screens, the return to a unified global event for this halftime performance reminded audiences why this stage still commands mass attention beyond the metrics of any single game.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;How many people watched the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX halftime performance, which was &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/pedro-pascal-joins-bad-bunny-at-super-bowl-halftime-show-which-celebrities-shared-the-stage&quot;&gt;packed with celebrities&lt;/a&gt; and an incredible &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/which-songs-and-how-many-did-bad-bunny-perform-at-the-2026-super-bowl-lx-halftime-show-complete-setlist&quot;&gt;setlist&lt;/a&gt;, drew a massive television and streaming audience, reinforcing the show’s status as one of the most watched musical moments of the year.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The Puerto Rican show drew an &lt;strong&gt;average of 128.2 million viewers&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;strong&gt;in the United States&lt;/strong&gt;, according to Nielsen’s Big Data + Panel ratings. This figure slightly exceeded the &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/super-bowl-lx-viewership-how-many-fans-tuned-in-for-seahawks-vs-patriots-in-2026&quot;&gt;overall game’s average of 124.9 million viewers&lt;/a&gt; and placed the performance among the &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/top-most-watched-super-bowl-halftime-show-performances&quot;&gt;most-watched halftime shows&lt;/a&gt; in Super Bowl history.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/08212537/Bad-Bunny-and-Lady-Gaga-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-576558&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Bad Bunny and Lady Gaga perform onstage during the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show (Source: Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The total reflected not only traditional U.S. broadcast numbers but also a growing share of digital and international streaming. Audience measurement now blends Nielsen television data with platform analytics, meaning &lt;strong&gt;the halftime show’s reach extends far beyond the stadium&lt;/strong&gt; and even beyond the domestic market.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Super Bowl LX continued the trend of halftime performances rivaling—or at times surpassing—the game’s own audience. &lt;strong&gt;Comparisons with recent editions&lt;/strong&gt; quickly followed. The previous year’s halftime benchmark of 133.5 million viewers had set a high bar, turning the 2026 show into a referendum on Bad Bunny’s global draw.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Whether measured by peak-minute audience, average viewers or social media engagement, the performance generated numbers that positioned it firmly within the modern era of record-setting halftime spectacles.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;What was the most-watched Super Bowl halftime show?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The record for the most-watched Super Bowl halftime performance in U.S. television history belongs to &lt;strong&gt;Kendrick Lamar’s 2025 show at Super Bowl LIX&lt;/strong&gt;, which drew approximately &lt;strong&gt;133.5 million viewers across broadcast and streaming platforms&lt;/strong&gt;, narrowly surpassing earlier benchmarks.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;That figure edged out the historic &lt;strong&gt;1993 Michael Jackson halftime show at Super Bowl XXVII&lt;/strong&gt;, which attracted about &lt;strong&gt;133.4 million viewers&lt;/strong&gt; in the United States and helped redefine the event as a must-see cultural spectacle.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Other standout performances that have drawn huge audiences include &lt;strong&gt;Usher’s 2024 set and Rihanna’s 2023 show&lt;/strong&gt;, each pulling well over &lt;strong&gt;120 million viewers&lt;/strong&gt; — numbers that highlight how the halftime show has grown into a cultural tentpole event that often rivals the game itself for attention.&lt;/p&gt;

Super Bowl LX halftime show viewership: How many fans tuned in for Bad Bunny’s performance in 2026?

Super Bowl LX halftime show viewership: How many fans tuned in for Bad Bunny’s performance in 2026? - Bolavip US

&lt;p&gt;Although several long months remain before the start of a new &lt;strong&gt;NFL&lt;/strong&gt; season, preparations are already taking shape. The &lt;strong&gt;New York Giants&lt;/strong&gt;’ main goal is to reach the &lt;strong&gt;Super Bowl&lt;/strong&gt; again, and they are looking to add a new coach to their staff following the arrival of &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matt-nagy&quot;&gt;Matt Nagy&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;According to a recent report from insider Matt Zenitz on his X account, in the Big Apple they are setting their sights on the AFC South, specifically the Tennessee Titans. &lt;strong&gt;The name targeted to join the Giants for this season is Frank Bush.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The coach comes with a long career in the league, and the main goal is to add him to &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh&quot;&gt;Harbaugh&lt;/a&gt;’s staff as the new linebackers coach. He has previously worked with teams such as the Miami Dolphins, New York Jets, and Atlanta Falcons.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Bush already knows what it’s like to win a Super Bowl&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Frank Bush played a pivotal role in the Denver Broncos’ legendary back-to-back championship run in the late 1990s. Serving as the team’s linebackers coach, Bush was instrumental in developing a disciplined and aggressive defensive unit that &lt;strong&gt;helped secure victories in Super Bowl XXXII against the Packers and Super Bowl XXXIII&lt;/strong&gt; against the Falcons.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/11094622/frank-bush-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;Frank Bush&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-577831&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Linebackers coach Frank Bush.&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;His ability to maximize the talent of stars like Bill Romanowski and John Mobley was a key factor in Denver finally reaching the summit of the &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/nfl&quot;&gt;NFL&lt;/a&gt;. These consecutive titles cemented Bush’s reputation as a top-tier defensive mind and remain a crowning achievement in his long coaching career.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;h2&gt;Nagy’s rings&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;After winning consecutive titles in &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl&quot;&gt;Super Bowl&lt;/a&gt; LVII and Super Bowl LVIII as the Chiefs’ offensive coordinator, &lt;strong&gt;Matt Nagy has joined the New York Giants to lead their offense. &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Tasked with revitalizing the unit under head coach John Harbaugh, Nagy aims to replicate his championship success by taking over play-calling duties and mentoring young quarterback Jaxson Dart. By bringing his “Kansas City” expertise to East Rutherford, he hopes to transform the &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-giants&quot;&gt;Giants&lt;/a&gt; into an immediate postseason threat.&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;With spring training just around the corner, the &lt;strong&gt;New York Yankees&lt;/strong&gt;, &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-mets&quot;&gt;New York Mets&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, and &lt;strong&gt;Toronto Blue Jays&lt;/strong&gt; are making waves with significant roster moves during the offseason. As these teams fine-tune their lineups, a handful of available free-agent pitchers remain on the market, generating interest from not only these squads but other franchises as well.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Mets have reportedly set their sights on Chris Bassitt, a target also pursued by the San Francisco Giants.&lt;/strong&gt; Meanwhile, speculation links the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-yankees&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Yankees&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; to a potential low-cost reunion with Nestor Cortes, perhaps as a bullpen option or an extra starter once he returns to full health. The Blue Jays are reportedly considering rekindling their partnership with Max Scherzer.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;These developments have sparked considerable speculation among fanbases as anticipation builds for the regular season. The prospect of introducing new talent has heightened excitement, &lt;strong&gt;particularly given the potential impact of these signings on team performance.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;There is considerable anticipation surrounding which names might join these rosters as the season nears. The Mets, reportedly in need of pitching depth, could greatly benefit from Bassitt’s addition. Similarly, &lt;strong&gt;the Yankees and &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/toronto-blue-jays&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Blue Jays&lt;/a&gt; might reinforce their rotations with experienced players familiar with their organizations&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



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&lt;h2&gt;Teams courting available free-agent pitchers&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;In addition to the aforementioned players, several other pitchers are still navigating free agency as they seek MLB opportunities this season. According to the &lt;em&gt;New York Post&lt;/em&gt;‘s Jon Heyman, &lt;strong&gt;here are the current suitors and potential destinations for the remaining free-agent pitchers:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Zac Gallen: Baltimore Orioles, San Diego Padres, Chicago Cubs.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Walker Buehler: Philadelphia Phillies.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Max Scherzer: Toronto Blue Jays, Detroit Tigers.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lucas Giolito: Boston Red Sox, Los Angeles Angels.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Nestor Cortes: New York Yankees.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jordan Montgomery: Texas Rangers.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tyler Anderson: Los Angeles Angels, Detroit Tigers.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Chris Bassitt: New York Mets, San Francisco Giants.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Zack Littell: Tampa Bay Rays, Cleveland Guardians.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Griffin Canning: Atlanta Braves.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Patrick Corbin: Washington Nationals, Colorado Rockies.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Miles Mikolas: St. Louis Cardinals, NPB in Japan.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;German Marquez: Milwaukee Brewers.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Joe Ross: Milwaukee Brewers.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Wade Miley: A Midwest contender if not retiring.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;



&lt;p&gt;With these candidates on the radar and franchises actively engaged in pursuit, the upcoming MLB season looms with crucial decisions to be made. As spring training progresses, &lt;strong&gt;these camps will likely play a pivotal role in determining the futures of these remaining pitchers&lt;/strong&gt;, whose paths remain uncertain this year.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-yankees&quot;&gt;New York Yankees&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; entered the offseason with a clear goal: keep most of the team that made it to the &lt;strong&gt;American League Division Series&lt;/strong&gt; last season. The front office focused on continuity rather than making major changes.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Several key players returned. &lt;strong&gt;Trent Grisham&lt;/strong&gt; accepted the qualifying offer, &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cody-bellinger&quot;&gt;Cody Bellinger&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; signed a five-year deal to stay in New York, and &lt;strong&gt;Paul Goldschmidt&lt;/strong&gt; reportedly agreed to a one-year contract. Depth pieces like &lt;strong&gt;Amed Rosario&lt;/strong&gt; and &lt;strong&gt;Paul Blackburn&lt;/strong&gt; also returned via free agency.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;However, the &lt;strong&gt;Yankees failed to complete one of their targeted signings&lt;/strong&gt;. According to Jon Heyman of the &lt;em&gt;New York Post&lt;/em&gt;, &lt;strong&gt;Austin Slater&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;strong&gt;agreed to a contract&lt;/strong&gt; with the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-tigers}&quot;&gt;Detroit Tigers&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;of the AL&lt;strong&gt; Central&lt;/strong&gt;. Robert Murray of &lt;em&gt;FanSided&lt;/em&gt; reported it’s a minor-league deal with a non-roster invite, paying $2 million if Slater makes the major-league roster.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;What this means for Austin Slater&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Slater, 33, had been linked to the Yankees as a platoon option, especially against left-handed pitching. But the &lt;strong&gt;Tigers may offer him a better chance for playing time&lt;/strong&gt;. His 2025 stint in New York was limited: he went 3-for-25 with no extra-base hits and missed over a month due to a hamstring strain.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/11081213/Austin-Slater-yankees-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-577756&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;&amp;nbsp;Austin Slater #29 of the Yankees makes a catch. Winslow Townson/Getty Images&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Why Detroit could be a better fit&lt;/h2&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;Detroit’s outfield isn’t as deep or established as New York’s, giving Slater a real shot at contributing. He’ll compete with players like &lt;strong&gt;Corey Julks&lt;/strong&gt; and former Yankee &lt;strong&gt;Jahmai Jones&lt;/strong&gt; for a bench role. For the Tigers, the deal is low-risk and adds depth, while for the Yankees, it’s a reminder that not every free-agent target will return.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;div class=&quot;wp_fsn_poll&quot; id=&quot;698c90f470a943df4bc92b26&quot; data-title=&quot;Do you think the Yankees can replace Austin Slater after he joined the Detroit Tigers?&quot; data-options=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;

        

        

NY Yankees fail to complete re-signing and lose veteran OF to AL Central

Freddy Peralta makes surprising admission after first NY Mets bullpen session

NY Mets reliever Luke Weaver clears the air after NY Yankees bag sparks spring training buzz

NY Yankees fail to complete re-signing and lose veteran OF to AL Central - Bolavip US

&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;New York Mets&lt;/strong&gt; have strengthened their roster in an extremely smart — and even somewhat aggressive — manner in recent weeks. &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/juan-soto&quot;&gt;Juan Soto&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; will be one of the biggest stars in Queens, and he could regain a key teammate for the start of the &lt;strong&gt;MLB&lt;/strong&gt; season.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;In May 2025, &lt;strong&gt;AJ Minter had to undergo a delicate surgery&lt;/strong&gt; that forced him to miss virtually the entire year alongside the rest of the team. However, it appears that his recovery is right on track.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;According to comments from David Stearns, shared by &lt;em&gt;SNY&lt;/em&gt; on X, the organization is optimistic about the left-handed reliever’s recovery and&lt;strong&gt; hopes to have him back on the mound with his teammates in early May.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;What happened to Minter?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-mets&quot;&gt;New York Mets&lt;/a&gt; faced a major setback early in the 2025 season when their key left-handed acquisition and former World Series champion, A.J. Minter, &lt;strong&gt;was sidelined by a torn left lat muscle. &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/11090011/aj-minter-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;AJ Minter&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-577791&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;A.J. Minter #33 of the New York Mets.&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Despite a dominant start to his tenure in Queens—posting a stellar 1.64 ERA in his first 13 appearances—the injury ultimately required season-ending surgery in May.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;h2&gt;A star-studded roster&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The NY Mets have built a powerhouse roster for 2026, &lt;strong&gt;headlined by the generational talent of Juan Soto&lt;/strong&gt;. By adding All-Star infielder Bo Bichette and the dynamic Luis Robert Jr. to a core featuring Francisco Lindor, the Mets have formed one of the most dangerous lineups in baseball. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;With a fortified rotation led by newly acquired ace Freddy Peralta and a lockdown bullpen featuring Devin Williams, New York enters the season as a top favorite. Currently holding some of the best odds in the league, this “Super Team” is widely expected to be a premier World Series contender.&lt;/p&gt;

NY Mets star Juan Soto gets major injury update on key teammate ahead of 2026 MLB season

NY Mets star Juan Soto gets major injury update on key teammate ahead of 2026 MLB season - Bolavip US

&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-mets&quot;&gt;New York Mets&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; opened Spring Training with their attention centered on roster battles and early preparation, but an unexpected viral moment briefly shifted the spotlight as &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/mlb/ny-mets-reliever-rubs-salt-in-ny-yankees-wounds-during-arrival-at-2026-spring-training&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Luke Weaver&lt;/strong&gt; rubbed salt into the &lt;strong&gt;New York Yankees&lt;/strong&gt;‘ wounds while arriving at 2026 spring training&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The right-handed reliever, who signed with the Mets this offseason, was photographed carrying a duffel bag featuring the logo of the &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-yankees&quot;&gt;Yankees&lt;/a&gt;, his former team. Given the intensity of the city’s baseball rivalry, the image immediately fueled online reactions and debate.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;According to Jon Heyman of the &lt;em&gt;New York Post&lt;/em&gt;, Weaver addressed the situation during an appearance on &lt;em&gt;The Show&lt;/em&gt; podcast with Joel Sherman. &lt;em&gt;“&lt;strong&gt;Luke Weaver hits on dumb bag controversy here. He bleeds orange/blue, so no worries! &lt;/strong&gt;Luke, a bff of The Show, talks free agency, more in full pod. Joel/I answer viewer questions,”&lt;/em&gt; Heyman shared on X.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Weaver explains the viral moment&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Weaver, who spent the 2025 season in the Bronx&lt;/strong&gt; before agreeing to a two-year, &lt;strong&gt;$22 million &lt;/strong&gt;deal with the Mets, acknowledged the optics but offered a practical explanation. His first public appearance in Mets colors unintentionally amplified the reaction.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/11070021/Luke-Weaver-mets-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-577737&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Luke Weaver #30 with Yankees pitches against the Red Sox. Ishika Samant/Getty Images&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“&lt;strong&gt;I personally just didn’t have anything besides grocery bags. I didn’t really have anything to put my stuff in&lt;/strong&gt;,”&lt;/em&gt; Weaver said. &lt;em&gt;“Part of me didn’t want to take the Yankees bag because I’m not a Yankee, but it was just part of the process.”&lt;/em&gt; He also made his position clear as he transitions into his new clubhouse. &lt;em&gt;“&lt;strong&gt;I just need people to take a deep breath and know that I love the Mets now.”&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;


        &lt;div class=&quot;wp_fsn_relatedlinks&quot; id=&quot;BUS#/mlb/ny-yankees-make-subtle-roster-move-add-versatile-infielder-from-athletics&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Mets focused on baseball, not baggage&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Inside the clubhouse, the incident barely registered&lt;/strong&gt;. Teammates and staff remained focused on bullpen roles, early pitching sessions, and building momentum toward Opening Day.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;div class=&quot;wp_fsn_poll&quot; id=&quot;698c70b470a943df4bc92b21&quot; data-title=&quot;Do you think Luke Weaver’s Yankees bag was blown out of proportion?&quot; data-options=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;


&lt;p&gt;For the Mets, the &lt;strong&gt;priority remains strengthening a relief corps expected to play a pivotal role in 2026.&lt;/strong&gt; As camp progresses, the brief distraction appears to be fading quickly, leaving Weaver to concentrate on proving his value on the mound rather than answering questions about his luggage.&lt;/p&gt;


        

        

Former NY Yankees star weighs in on Kyle Tucker’s record Dodgers deal

Tigers bring back veteran Cy Young winner ahead of spring training

NY Mets reliever Luke Weaver clears the air after NY Yankees bag sparks spring training buzz - Bolavip US

&lt;p&gt;One noticeable gap in the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-mets&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;New York Mets&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;‘ arsenal was the need for players who could strengthen their pitching rotation. Although the team secured significant signings in the offseason, it continued to lack depth in pitching talent. One player whom they had under contract for two seasons is reportedly signing with the &lt;strong&gt;Colorado Rockies&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Colombian pitcher &lt;strong&gt;Jose Quintana is said to be joining the &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-mets&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Rockies&lt;/a&gt; for the upcoming season&lt;/strong&gt;, according to MLB insider Robert Murray. &lt;em&gt;“Jose Quintana’s deal with the Colorado Rockies is for one year at \$6 million, pending a physical,”&lt;/em&gt; Murray disclosed on his X account.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;With this anticipated addition, the Rockies aim to improve their performance in the regular season. Aside from Quintana’s potential arrival, Colorado announced on their official social media channels that &lt;strong&gt;they have also signed Tomoyuki Sugano as a starting pitcher for the next season.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Quintana could experience a significant resurgence following a challenging season with the Milwaukee Brewers in 2025. Over 24 games,&lt;strong&gt; he posted a 3.96 ERA, allowed 120 hits, gave up 65 runs, and surrendered 18 home runs&lt;/strong&gt; while striking out 89 batters in 131.2 innings pitched.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/01/06093216/Jose-Quintana-looks-on-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;Jose Quintana looks on&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-557259&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Jose Quintana #62 of the Milwaukee Brewers looks on.&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Potential benefits for the Mets&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;With Quintana reportedly awaiting a physical to finalize his move to the Rockies, the Mets could gain indirectly, &lt;strong&gt;as they are rumored to be interested in acquiring one out of two pitchers currently on Colorado’s roster.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;


        &lt;div class=&quot;wp_fsn_relatedlinks&quot; id=&quot;BUS#/mlb/ny-mets-reveal-plans-for-bo-bichette-in-worst-case-scenario-regarding-francisco-lindors-injury-in-2026&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;


&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Justin Lawrence and Victor Vodnik might be the crucial additions the Mets need for their pitching rotation.&lt;/strong&gt; Quintana’s signing could facilitate negotiations for either of these pitchers, aligning with the Mets’ strategy to enhance their roster, &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/mlb/ny-mets-receive-significant-injury-update-on-francisco-lindor-ahead-of-the-upcoming-mlb-season&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;as they are now worried about Francisco Lindor’s injury update&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;As MLB spring training camps commence across franchises, both the Mets and the Rockies are optimistic that their minor league signees will develop into impactful players, &lt;strong&gt;thereby strengthening their rosters with high-caliber talent as they prepare for the upcoming season.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;div class=&quot;wp_fsn_poll&quot; id=&quot;698c7f3270a943df4bc92b24&quot; data-title=&quot;Will the Mets take advantage of Quintana&apos;s potential arrival to Colorado, adding a new pitcher to their rotation?&quot; data-options=&quot;2&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;

MLB Rumors: Former NY Mets pitcher reportedly inks deal with Rockies for upcoming season

MLB Rumors: Former NY Mets pitcher reportedly inks deal with Rockies for upcoming season - Bolavip US

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/bayern-munich&quot;&gt;Bayern&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;will face off against&lt;strong&gt; RB Leipzig &lt;/strong&gt;in the quarterfinals of the&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dfb-pokal&quot;&gt;2025-2026&amp;nbsp;DFB Pokal&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;. USA fans can find all the broadcast details here, including TV and streaming platforms, so they don’t miss a single moment of this exciting matchup.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;A place in the &lt;strong&gt;DFB-Pokal&lt;/strong&gt; semifinals are up for grabs as &lt;strong&gt;Bayern Munich&lt;/strong&gt; arrive with momentum and the familiar label of tournament favorite, but the knockout format leaves little room for mistakes.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/rb-leipzig&quot;&gt;RB Leipzig&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, despite an up-and-down season, have a golden opportunity to make a statement by taking down Germany’s biggest club and booking a spot in the final four—don’t miss this high-stakes quarterfinal showdown.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;When will the Bayern vs RB Leipzig match be played?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Bayern &lt;/strong&gt;will play against&lt;strong&gt; RB Leipzig &lt;/strong&gt;for the&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;2025-2026 DFB Pokal&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;quarterfinals this&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Wednesday, February 11&lt;/strong&gt;. The action is set to kick off at&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;2:45 PM (ET)&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/09205958/Xaver-Schlager-of-RB-Leipzig-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-577285&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Xaver Schlager of RB Leipzig – Christof Koepsel/Getty Images&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Bayern vs RB Leipzig: Time by State in the USA&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ET&lt;/strong&gt;: 2:45 PM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;CT&lt;/strong&gt;: 1:45 PM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;MT&lt;/strong&gt;: 12:45 PM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PT&lt;/strong&gt;: 11:45 AM&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;How to watch Bayern vs RB Leipzig in the USA&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Don’t miss the&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;2025-26 DFB Pokal&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;match between&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Bayern &lt;/strong&gt;and &lt;strong&gt;RB Leipzig &lt;/strong&gt;will be broadcast live in the USA. You can catch all the action on&amp;nbsp;ESPN+.&lt;/p&gt;

Where to watch Bayern vs RB Leipzig live in the USA: 2024-25 DFB Pokal

Where to watch Bayern vs RB Leipzig live in the USA: 2024-25 DFB Pokal - Bolavip US

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/bayern-munich&quot;&gt;Bayern Munich&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; host &lt;strong&gt;RB Leipzig&lt;/strong&gt; at the Allianz Arena in a pivotal &lt;strong&gt;German Cup quarterfinal&lt;/strong&gt; matchup. The home side enters the contest as heavy favorites to advance, despite having failed to reach the semifinal stage in any of the last five seasons. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;However, their dominant current form—which has them sitting atop the Bundesliga with &lt;strong&gt;54 points&lt;/strong&gt;—and a recent 5-1 thrashing of Hoffenheim have shifted the focus away from past struggles toward their status as the team to beat.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Another factor favoring Vincent Kompany’s men is its recent head-to-head record against tonight’s opponents. Bayern have already dismantled Leipzig twice this season in league play, securing clinical &lt;strong&gt;6-1&lt;/strong&gt; and &lt;strong&gt;5-0&lt;/strong&gt; victories that showcased a clear superiority.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Nevertheless, RB Leipzig boast their own impressive credentials that suggest they cannot be overlooked. &lt;em&gt;Die Roten Bullen&lt;/em&gt; have reached the German Cup semifinals in &lt;strong&gt;four of the last six editions&lt;/strong&gt;, proving themselves to be domestic knockout specialists. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/11102359/rb-leipzig-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-577883&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Romulo of RB Leipzig celebrates after scoring against Bayern Munich. (Getty Images)&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Furthermore, they captured &lt;strong&gt;back-to-back titles&lt;/strong&gt; in &lt;strong&gt;2022&lt;/strong&gt; and &lt;strong&gt;2023&lt;/strong&gt;, giving Leipzig a level of championship pedigree that they hope will carry them through the hostile environment in Munich.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;What happens if Bayern Munich win vs RB Leipzig?&lt;/h2&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;Should Bayern Munich secure a victory in front of their home crowd, they will qualify for the semifinals for the first time since 2020. A win would set up a semifinal clash against &lt;strong&gt;SC Freiburg&lt;/strong&gt;, scheduled for &lt;strong&gt;April 21 or 22&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;What happens if Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig tie?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;In the event of a draw after 90 minutes of regulation, the match will proceed to two 15-minute halves of extra time. If the deadlock remains after the additional 30 minutes, a penalty shootout will determine which team advances to the final four.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;What happens if Bayern Munich lose vs RB Leipzig?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;If RB Leipzig pull off the upset at the Allianz Arena, Ole Werner’s team will claim the ticket to the semifinals. In this scenario, Leipzig would move on to face SC Freiburg in April, keeping their hopes of a &lt;strong&gt;third cup&lt;/strong&gt; title in five years alive.&lt;/p&gt;

Bayern Munich Face RB Leipzig in DFB-Pokal Quarterfinal With Semifinal Spot on the Line

What happens if Bayern Munich win, tie or lose vs Leipzig today in 2026 German Cup quarterfinals?

What happens if Bayern Munich win, tie or lose vs Leipzig today in 2026 German Cup quarterfinals? - Bolavip US

&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;2026–27 &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/uefa-nations-league&quot;&gt;UEFA Nations League&lt;/a&gt; Draw&lt;/strong&gt; will take place soon and you can’t miss it. USA viewers can find complete broadcast information here, with TV listings and streaming options, ensuring they catch every moment of this must-watch event.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p class=&quot;has-text-align-center&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.fubo.tv/welcome/leagues/14973336?irad=1358344&amp;amp;irmp=3119684&quot; rel=&quot;sponsored nofollow&quot;&gt;[Watch 2026–27 UEFA Nations League Draw online in the US on Fubo]&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;UEFA &lt;/strong&gt;is set to unveil the draw for one of international soccer’s most prestigious tournaments of national teams, officially kick-starting months of high-stakes competition across Europe.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;With global powers like &lt;strong&gt;England, Spain, Germany, France, Italy, Portugal&lt;/strong&gt;, and the &lt;strong&gt;Netherlands &lt;/strong&gt;in the mix, the matchups promise elite talent, historic rivalries, and immediate drama from the opening round—making this a must-watch moment fans won’t want to miss.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;When will the 2026–27 UEFA Nations League Draw take place?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;2026–27 UEFA Nations League Draw &lt;/strong&gt;will take place this&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Thursday, February 12&lt;/strong&gt;. The event is set to start at&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;12:00 PM (ET)&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/09220012/Viktor-Gyokeres-of-Sweden-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-577299&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Viktor Gyokeres of Sweden, tope scorer of UEFA Nations League 2024/2025 – Michael Campanella/Getty Images&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;2026–27 UEFA Nations League Draw: Time by State in the USA&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ET&lt;/strong&gt;: 12:00 AM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;CT&lt;/strong&gt;: 11:00 AM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;MT&lt;/strong&gt;: 10:00 AM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PT&lt;/strong&gt;: 9:00 AM&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;How to 2026–27 UEFA Nations League Draw in the USA&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;You can watch the&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;2026–27 UEFA Nations League Draw &lt;/strong&gt;live in the USA on &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.fubo.tv/welcome/leagues/14973336?irad=1358344&amp;amp;irmp=3119684&quot; rel=&quot;sponsored nofollow&quot;&gt;Fubo&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;. Other options are FOX Sports and ViX.&lt;/p&gt;

Where to watch 2026–27 UEFA Nations League Draw live in the USA

Where to watch 2026–27 UEFA Nations League Draw live in the USA - Bolavip US

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo&quot;&gt;Cristiano Ronaldo&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; will not feature for &lt;strong&gt;Al Nassr&lt;/strong&gt; in their &lt;strong&gt;2026 AFC Champions League Two&lt;/strong&gt; round of 16 first leg against &lt;strong&gt;Arkadag&lt;/strong&gt;, a decision that immediately captured attention given the magnitude of the knockout tie. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The clash in Turkmenistan comes at a crucial point in the season, with &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/al-nassr&quot;&gt;Al Nassr&lt;/a&gt; fighting on multiple fronts. While the Riyadh side boasts a perfect record in continental play, &lt;strong&gt;the decision to leave Ronaldo out of the traveling squad adds a layer of intrigue ahead of the first leg&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/cristiano-ronaldos-potential-return-date-revealed-as-al-nassr-star-reportedly-ends-saudi-pro-league-strike&quot;&gt;Cristiano Ronaldo’s potential return date has been revealed&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; as the Al Nassr star reportedly is ending his Saudi Pro League strike, reinforcing the idea that his absence in this continental fixture is &lt;strong&gt;temporary&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Why is Cristiano Ronaldo not playing?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Al Nassr head coach &lt;strong&gt;Jorge Jesus&lt;/strong&gt; addressed the situation directly, making it clear that the move was tactical rather than controversial. &lt;em&gt;“&lt;strong&gt;We decided to rest Cristiano Ronaldo and the main starting players due to the heavy match schedule&lt;/strong&gt; and the upcoming important clash against Al-Fateh,”&lt;/em&gt; Jesus explained.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/11053051/cristiano-ronaldo-al-nassr-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-577730&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Cristiano Ronaldo of team Al-Nassr FC during the Saudi Pro League game. Abdullah Ahmed/Getty Images&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;He further emphasized that such decisions are not unprecedented. &lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;“Resting Cristiano Ronaldo for this match is nothing new.&lt;/strong&gt; The player often does not take part in matches played outside Saudi Arabia.”&lt;/em&gt; The coaching staff opted for squad rotation, particularly with several foreign players unavailable and domestic priorities looming.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;h2&gt;Reports of tensions and Saudi Pro League response&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Ronaldo’s recent absence from two league matches &lt;/strong&gt;fueled speculation of dissatisfaction with the club’s funding structure and the role of the Public Investment Fund (PIF).&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;div class=&quot;wp_fsn_poll&quot; id=&quot;698c6c6370a943df4bc92b20&quot; data-title=&quot;Do you think Cristiano Ronaldo should have played in Al Nassr’s AFC Champions League Two match vs. Arkadag?&quot; data-options=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;


&lt;p&gt;The Saudi Pro League also issued a firm public statement addressing the broader debate. &lt;em&gt;“&lt;strong&gt;The Saudi Pro League is structured around a simple principle: Every club operates independently under the same rules&lt;/strong&gt;,”&lt;/em&gt; the league stated. &lt;em&gt;“Clubs have their own boards, their own executives and their own football leadership. Decisions on recruitment, spending and strategy sit with those clubs.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;


        

        

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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tigres-uanl&quot;&gt;Tigres UANL&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;will play against&lt;strong&gt; Forge &lt;/strong&gt;for the second leg of the&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/concacaf-champions-league&quot;&gt;2026&amp;nbsp;CONCACAF Champions Cup&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;first round. Here’s all the key information, including the match date, kickoff time, and streaming options for viewers in the United States.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p class=&quot;has-text-align-center&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-100543762-17011952?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.directv.com%2Fsports%2Fsoccer%2F&quot; rel=&quot;sponsored nofollow&quot;&gt;[Watch Tigres UANL vs Forge live in the USA on DirecTV Stream]&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;What was expected to be a straightforward opening act instead delivered a tight, scoreless battle, as the first leg of this first-round series ended 0-0. &lt;strong&gt;Tigres UANL&lt;/strong&gt; entered as road favorites but couldn’t break through, setting the stage for a decisive return leg with everything still up for grabs.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;Liga MX&lt;/strong&gt; side now holds the edge heading home, where a win would comfortably send them through, while &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/forge-fc&quot;&gt;Forge&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;faces a clear challenge — and a massive opportunity — knowing that an upset victory on the road would secure a historic spot in the next round.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;When will the Tigres UANL vs Forge match be played?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;This second leg game in the&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;first round between&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Tigres UANL &lt;/strong&gt;and &lt;strong&gt;Forge &lt;/strong&gt;will be played this&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Tuesday, February 10&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;at&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;10:00 PM (ET).&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;995&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/08193353/Angel-Correa-1920x995.webp&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-576413&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Ángel Correa of Tigres – Azael Rodriguez/Getty Images&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Tigres UANL vs Forge: Time by State in the USA&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ET&lt;/strong&gt;: 10:00 PM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;CT&lt;/strong&gt;: 9:00 PM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;MT&lt;/strong&gt;: 8:00 PM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PT&lt;/strong&gt;: 7:00 PM&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;How to watch Tigres UANL vs Forge in the USA&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;This&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;game between&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Tigres UANL &lt;/strong&gt;and&lt;strong&gt; Forge &lt;/strong&gt;will be broadcast in the United States on&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-100543762-17011952?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.directv.com%2Fsports%2Fsoccer%2F&quot; rel=&quot;sponsored nofollow&quot;&gt;DirecTV Stream&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;. Other options: Tubi, TUDN and ViX.&lt;/p&gt;

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