In today’s news: Brazil are set to honour star forward Marta, Maggie Alphonsi speaks out on sexist abuse, and a look ahead to tomorrow’s Champions League ties.

Chelsea and Man City bid to make Champions League quarter-finals

Both Chelsea and Man City will continue their Champions League journey’s tomorrow, as they face off against Atlético Madrid and Fiorentina respectively, in the first leg’s of their last 16 encounters.

Atlético, a side who have twice conquered Man City themselves in recent years, will provide a stern test for Emma Hayes’ team, who are still waiting on the fitness of defender Millie Bright.

Man City are on a run of eight consecutive Women’s Super League wins, but also face injury concerns, as Keira Walsh, Lauren Hemp and Demi Stokes all remain doubtful.

Fiorentina enter tomorrow’s game having been on an impressive run of form in 2021. The Italian side won their first three domestic league games to start the year, before succumbing to Florentia 2-0 last weekend.