The excitement of another thrilling Saturday takes center stage on March 1st, 2025, as football fans worldwide anticipate major clashes across various leagues. This Saturday showcases not only prominent international matches, but also intense domestic rivalries woven through state championships.
Mainly lighting up the day are the semifinal matches of Brazil's Campeonato Gaúcho. All eyes will be on the face-off between Juventude and Grêmio, kicking off at 4:30 PM, as well as the contest between Internacional and Caxias later at 9:30 PM. The significance of these matchups can't be overstated, as they determine who advances to the championship round, intensifying the local pride and rivalries.
At the same time, football action will be vibrant on the global stage. The early starters include two pivotal games from the FA Cup, with Crystal Palace squaring off against Millwall at 9:15 AM, followed instantly by Preston taking on Burnley at the same time. These matches will be available to view on ESPN and Disney+, ensuring fans can catch all the excitement live.
Following the FA Cup, La Liga aficionados can tune in as Girona battles Celta de Vigo at 10:00 AM on Disney+, setting the stage for more Spanish football fever as Rayo Vallecano takes on Sevilla at 12:15 PM, also on Disney+ and ESPN3. The action peaks with the heavyweight clash of Atlético de Madrid against Athletic Bilbao at 5:00 PM, broadcast by ESPN and Disney+.
Italian Serie A will not be short of fireworks either, with Atalanta welcoming Venezia at 11:00 AM. High-stakes action continues as Napoli faces off against Inter de Milão at 2:00 PM, promising to deliver drama, with both teams vying for supremacy at the top of the league. Meanwhile, Udinese hosts Parma at 4:45 PM, rounding off the day’s Italian fixtures, broadcasted on Disney+.
The Bundesliga will also have its share of thrillers, beginning with matches like Heidenheim facing Borussia Mönchengladbach and St. Pauli challenging Borussia Dortmund at 11:30 AM. Going forward, Eintracht Frankfurt will be taking on Bayer Leverkusen at 2:30 PM, all broadcasted by various channels, ensuring fans won’t miss out on the action.
On the continental front, Ligue 1 will have Paris Saint-Germain going head-to-head with Lille at 5:05 PM. Viewers can catch this game streaming live on CazéTV.
The Campeonato Carioca’s anticipated clash between Vasco and Flamengo at 5:45 PM marks one of the most awaited matchups of the day, highlighted by its sheer intensity and rivalry. This fixture will be shared across channels such as Globo, Sportv, and Premiere, making it accessible to millions.
Throughout the day, kickoffs will come thick and fast, ensuring football fans will have ample options to follow their favorite teams live. For those curious about the complete schedule, here’s the rundown:
FA Cup:
- 9:15 AM - Crystal Palace x Millwall - ESPN, Disney+
- 9:15 AM - Preston x Burnley - Disney+
- 12:00 PM - Bournemouth x Wolverhampton - ESPN, Disney+
- 2:45 PM - Manchester City x Plymouth Argyle - ESPN, Disney+
La Liga:
- 10:00 AM - Girona x Celta de Vigo - Disney+
- 12:15 PM - Rayo Vallecano x Sevilla - ESPN3, Disney+
- 2:30 PM - Real Bétis x Real Madrid - Disney+
- 5:00 PM - Atlético de Madrid x Athletic Bilbao - ESPN, Disney+
Serie A:
- 11:00 AM - Atalanta x Venezia - Disney+
- 2:00 PM - Napoli x Inter de Milão - ESPN4, Disney+
- 4:45 PM - Udinese x Parma - ESPN2, Disney+
Bundesliga:
- 11:30 AM - Heidenheim x Borussia Mönchengladbach - Onefootball
- 11:30 AM - St. Pauli x Borussia Dortmund - CazéTV, Onefootball
- 2:30 PM - Eintracht Frankfurt x Bayer Leverkusen - CazéTV
Ligue 1:
- 5:05 PM - PSG x Lille - CazéTV
Campeonato Carioca:
- 5:45 PM - Vasco x Flamengo - Globo, Sportv, Premiere
Campeonato Gaúcho:
- 4:30 PM - Juventude x Grêmio - SporTV, Premiere
- 9:30 PM - Internacional x Caxias - SporTV, Premiere
With action across these prominent tournaments, Saturday, March 1st, promises to be another vibrant day for football enthusiasts eager to witness their teams battle it out on pitches worldwide. So gather your friends, grab some snacks, and settle down for what is sure to be exhilarating football action.