Tv guide: Easter Weekend : Key Matches and Events

This Easter weekend raises the question: what are the key sporting events to watch? The answer is packed with thrilling matches, including the men’s and women’s FA Cup quarter-finals and the NCAA basketball tournaments.

The men’s and women’s FA Cup quarter-finals will be played over the weekend, with Sky Sports holding the majority of football TV rights for the 2025/26 season. Notably, on April 4, Manchester City will face Liverpool at 12:45 PM, while Chelsea will host Port Vale at 5:15 PM. Southampton will take on Arsenal later that day at 8:00 PM.

On April 5, West Ham will play Leeds United at 4:30 PM, followed by Chelsea’s match against Tottenham on April 6 at 1:30 PM. The pick of the action this Easter will come live from Stamford Bridge as League One strugglers Port Vale seek to upset Premier League giants Chelsea on home turf.

In addition to football, March Madness will capture the attention of basketball fans. This year’s tournament features a total of 134 games across men’s and women’s basketball, culminating in the men’s NCAA championship game on April 6 and the women’s championship game on April 5.

Disney+ will stream all games of March Madness in the UK and Europe (excluding the Netherlands), with a monthly subscription cost of £5.99. March Madness is a single-elimination tournament that brings together the best college basketball teams in the country, a tradition that dates back to its inception in 1939.

As fans prepare for this action-packed weekend, one thing is clear: it’s time to crack open that Easter egg and get watching! With multiple platforms broadcasting these events, viewers will have plenty of options to choose from.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding any additional matches or changes to the schedule, but the excitement surrounding these events is undeniable. Sports enthusiasts are gearing up for a weekend filled with high-stakes competition and memorable moments.