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February is packed with exciting sports events in the UK, many of which are available to watch on Freeview TV. While not all events are live on Freeview channels, there are plenty of options for catching highlights and full coverage of key matches. Here are some of the major sports events in February to mark in your calendar:

1. Six Nations Rugby Championship

The Six Nations Rugby Championship is one of the biggest events for rugby fans. It kicks off in early February, with games involving the traditional European rugby powerhouses – England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, and Wales.

• BBC Sport and ITV Sport will provide comprehensive coverage of the tournament, with a mix of live matches and highlights. Expect to see England, Wales, and Scotland in action, as well as key match-ups like England vs. France and Ireland vs. Wales.
• ITV and BBC Sport will bring live coverage of key fixtures, with additional commentary and analysis available throughout.

2. FA Cup

The FA Cup is a major annual competition in English football, and February sees the 4th and 5th round matches taking place. Premier League clubs face off against lower-league sides, creating opportunities for some unforgettable action.

• ITV Sport and BBC Sport will provide live coverage of key matches. Matches typically feature Premier League clubs like Manchester United, Liverpool, and Arsenal as they compete against lower-tier clubs, which often leads to thrilling encounters.
• You can also catch highlights of the games on BBC Sport and ITV Sport channels.

3. Winter Olympics

In the build-up to the 2026 Winter Olympics, expect some exciting Winter Sports coverage as various Winter Championships take place.

• BBC Sport and BBC iPlayer cover winter sports highlights, including snowboarding, biathlon, and ice skating.

4. Premier League Football

The Premier League continues into February with plenty of exciting football action. While not all matches are on Freeview, you can catch the highlights on BBC’s Match of the Day.

• Look out for crucial fixtures, including matchups between the top clubs like Manchester City, Liverpool, and Chelsea, which often provide dramatic and high-quality football.

5. Formula 1 Preseason

Formula 1 pre-season testing takes place in February, where the teams test their cars ahead of the start of the season in March. These sessions can provide exciting glimpses into the potential performance of teams for the year ahead.

• Channel 4 airs Formula 1 coverage, including highlights from the testing sessions.
• For motorsport fans, Quest (Channel 12) provides coverage of other motorsports.

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