On Sunday, February 15, 2026, football fans around the world will be glued to their television screens for a host of exciting matches across various local, continental, and international competitions. This detailed report from Al-Midan Al-Riyadi (The Sports Arena) outlines the schedule for Sunday's matches, which include crucial encounters that could shape the competition in major European leagues, as well as African and Saudi Arabian domestic fixtures.

An Arab summit with an African flavor

Perhaps the most notable feature of today's schedule is the all-Arab clash in the CAF Champions League, where Egypt's Al Ahly, the record holder for the most titles, will face Morocco's FAR Rabat. This match is of paramount importance given the long history of encounters between Egyptian and Moroccan clubs in continental competitions. These matches are always characterized by intense rivalry and huge fan excitement, and they serve as a strong indicator of the contenders for the most prestigious continental title.

The excitement of Serie A, La Liga, and the FA Cup

On the European stage, the Italian Serie A (Calcio) will witness one of the classics of Italian football, as Napoli hosts Roma in a match known as the "Derby of the Sun," a clash that always carries a fiercely competitive and hostile atmosphere between the clubs of the south and the capital. In Spain, Atlético Madrid will be a tough opponent for Rayo Vallecano in a mini-Madrid derby, where "Los Rojiblancos" will seek to prove their worthiness of competing at the highest level.

In England, the excitement of the oldest football tournament, the FA Cup, continues, with Arsenal facing Wigan, while Leeds United meet Birmingham, in matches that are usually full of the usual cup surprises.

Saudi Yellow League competitions

Locally, the competition is heating up in the Yelo First Division League, as Abha, Al-Wahda and Al-Faisaly clubs seek to collect the three points to enhance their chances of either being promoted to the Roshan Professional League or improving their positions in the standings, reflecting the development of Saudi football and the strength of the competition at all levels.

The following is the complete list of matches for Sunday, February 15, 2026:

• Italian League:
  • Udinese vs Sassuolo (02:30)
  • Parma vs Hellas Verona (05:00)
  • Napoli vs Roma (10:45)
• French League:
  • Lyon vs Nice (10:45)
• German League:
  • Leipzig vs Wolfsburg (07:30)
• FA Cup:
  • Arsenal vs Wigan (07:30)
  • Birmingham vs Leeds (03:00)
• Spanish League:
  • Rayo Vallecano vs Atletico Madrid (06:15)
• African Champions League:
  • Al Ahly vs. Royal Army (07:00)
• Yellow League (Saudi Arabia):
  • Abha vs Al Wahda (04:05)
  • Al-Faisaly vs. Al-Anwar (03:50)
  • Diriyah vs Al-Ula (06:25)

In its first appearance following the technical earthquake that struck the club's corridors with the departure of Italian coach Roberto De Zerbi, Olympique de Marseille experienced a dramatic and frustrating scenario for its fans, as it squandered a victory that was within reach to draw with its guest Strasbourg with a score of 2-2, within the competitions of the twenty-second round of the French Football League “Ligue 1”.

Match details and the late collapse

The French side entered the match under the guidance of their interim coach and former defender, Jacques Abardonado, who took over in extremely difficult circumstances. The team seemed poised to appease their disgruntled fans after taking a 2-0 lead by the 74th minute. English star Mason Greenwood opened the scoring in the 14th minute with a brilliant chip over the goalkeeper, before Algerian Amine Gouiri doubled the lead with a Maradona-esque goal in the 47th minute following a superb individual effort.

But things didn't go as planned at the Velodrome, as the visitors rallied in the final quarter of an hour. Swedish substitute Sebastian Nanase narrowed the gap in the 74th minute, before the shock came in stoppage time with a penalty converted by Argentinian Joaquin Panicelli in the 90+7th minute, denying Marseille all three points.

Context of the crisis and the repercussions of De Zerbi's departure

This disappointing result compounds Marseille's woes, as the team has now failed to secure a victory for the third consecutive league match. This draw cannot be separated from the club's current situation, as the match came just days after the "mutual" termination of coach Roberto De Zerbi's contract early Wednesday morning. This decision stemmed from a series of negative developments, most notably the humiliating and historic 5-0 defeat against arch-rivals Paris Saint-Germain in the previous round, a loss that shook the club's stability and sparked outrage among the supporters.

The loss in the "Clasico" was not the only blow, but was preceded by a bitter elimination from the Champions League by a single goal against Benfica of Portugal, a defeat against Club Brugge of Belgium, in addition to a disappointing draw against Paris FC after giving up a two-goal lead, which indicates a clear mental problem that the team suffers from in maintaining its lead in the final minutes.

The two teams' positions in the standings

With this draw, Marseille increased their points tally to 40, remaining in fourth place and missing a golden opportunity to temporarily overtake Lyon for third on goal difference. This point feels like a loss in the race for European qualification next season. Meanwhile, Strasbourg continued their strong performances, reaching 31 points in seventh place and demonstrating their ability to trouble the top teams.

In another match from the same round, Lille and their visitors Brest played to a 1-1 draw. Brest took the lead through Rémy Labou Lascari, before Gaëtan Perrin equalized for Lille. Lille moved up to fifth place with 34 points, while Brest remained in twelfth place with 27 points.

In a dramatic scenario reflecting the state of instability that the southern French club is going through, Olympique Marseille squandered a victory that was within reach, falling into the trap of a 2-2 draw against their guest Strasbourg, in the match that brought them together on Saturday as part of the twenty-second round of the French Football League “Ligue 1”.

Beginning of Abardonado's provisional reign

This match holds special significance as it marks the team's first appearance under interim coach and former club defender, Jacques Abardonado, who took over following the departure of Italian coach Roberto De Zerbi. The club's management announced early Wednesday morning the termination of De Zerbi's contract by mutual consent, a move prompted by a string of poor results that destabilized the team, most notably the resounding and historic 5-0 defeat against arch-rivals Paris Saint-Germain in the previous round.

Match details and return scenario

Marseille appeared poised to appease their disgruntled fans, asserting their dominance early on. English star Mason Greenwood opened the scoring in the 14th minute with a superb finish, capitalizing on a perfectly weighted through ball from his Algerian teammate Amine Gouiri. Greenwood found himself one-on-one with Belgian goalkeeper Mike Benders and calmly slotted the ball into the net. This goal marked Greenwood's 23rd in 33 appearances for the club across all competitions this season, underscoring his exceptional talent despite the team's recent struggles.

At the start of the second half, Amine Gouiri extended the home side's lead with a superb second goal in the 47th minute, after a remarkable individual effort and dribbling past the defense inside the penalty area, leading everyone to believe that the three points had been secured for Marseille.

However, the visitors rallied in the final quarter of an hour. Swedish substitute Sebastian Nanase reduced the deficit with a powerful shot in the 74th minute. Despite the brilliance of Argentine goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli in defending his goal on more than one occasion, he was unable to stop a fatal penalty kick taken by Argentine Joaquín Panicelli in the seventh minute of stoppage time (90+7), ending the match with a draw that felt like a defeat for Marseille.

The repercussions of the draw and the team's situation

This draw represents a continuation of Marseille's run of poor form, as they failed to secure a victory for the third consecutive league match. This setback compounds the team's woes, following a series of recent disappointments, including a heartbreaking exit from the Champions League by a single goal to Benfica, and a disappointing draw against Paris FC after leading 2-0.

With this result, Marseille increased their points tally to 40, remaining in fourth place and missing a golden opportunity to temporarily overtake Lyon for third. Meanwhile, Strasbourg raised their points total to 31, securing seventh place and demonstrating their ability to compete with the top teams.

Other results: Lille stumbles

In another match in the same round, Lille and their visitors Brest played to a 1-1 draw. Brest took the lead through Rémy Labou Lascari in the 58th minute, before substitute Gaëtan Perrin rescued Lille by scoring the equalizer in the 71st minute. Lille moved up to fifth place with 34 points, while Brest reached twelfth place with 27 points.