Jalen Johnson
February 2026
Jalen Johnson left with a left hip flexor injury and was ruled out after evaluation, with no firm timetable yet for missed games. Quin Snyder said there was enough concern to keep him out; Johnson posted 5 points in 5.5 minutes, while Kuminga capitalized with 27 points in his Hawks debut as Atlanta won 119-98.
Florian Wirtz
February 2026
Neymar
February 2026
Neymar returned from injury and played 90 minutes, but drew criticism for under-par form and being blamed for the opening goal as Santos were knocked out by a Serie B opponent. Critics argue his current role disrupts the team’s structure and want him to adapt, while Vojvoda publicly backed his fitness, confidence, and gradual improvement as Neymar targets a Brazil recall for the 2026 World Cup.
Kevin Durant
February 2026
Durant said he asked to remain under consideration for the 2028 U.S. Olympic team and does not want a ceremonial spot. He cited his attachment to Team USA, acknowledged age and competition, and said selection should be performance-based; he remains a high-level scorer this season.
Morgan Gibbs-White
February 2026
United are reportedly tracking Gibbs-White and could consider triggering a £60m release clause, with Fernandes’ long-term future still being debated. Reports say United want replacements who fit a new wage structure, while outside voices have also floated Cole Palmer as an ideal Fernandes successor; Gibbs-White’s recent output for Forest keeps him on multiple clubs’ radars.
Bodø/Glimt
February 2026
Bodo/Glimt eliminated Inter 5-2 on aggregate to reach the Champions League last 16 for the first time, winning 2-1 away after a 3-1 first leg. Inter controlled possession but Bodo punished mistakes, including an Akanji giveaway that led to another Hauge goal, then added a second through Evjen; Bastoni pulled one back too late.
Kylian Mbappé
February 2026
Mbappe is expected to miss Real Madrid’s Champions League play-off second leg vs Benfica after suffering knee pain in training. Reports say tests made it “impossible” for him to play, contradicting Arbeloa’s earlier claim that Mbappe was ready, leaving Madrid to defend a 1-0 first-leg lead without their star.
Antony
February 2026
Antony was consoled after collapsing in tears when he missed a late opportunity, with Betis drawing 1-1 against Rayo Vallecano. The moment capped a high-emotion night for the winger, whose career arc has swung from an expensive Manchester United spell to a productive loan at Betis and then a permanent return, where he has been key in their push for Champions League places.
Jusuf Nurkić
February 2026
Jusuf Nurkic will have nose surgery for a long-standing deviated septum issue and will not play again this season. The Jazz said repeated hits to the face and a recent illness accelerated timing; Hardy said it was something Nurkic has needed for a while.
