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Police widen probe into historic football sexual abuse claims
- November 27, 2016
Ex-players of the club Andy Woodward, Chris Unsworth and Steve Walters revealed more details of the abuse suffered when they spoke to the Victoria Derbyshire show on BBC . The Guardian said the former player had contacted police to make allegations against George Ormond, a coach in the North East who was jailed for six years in 2002 for carrying out numerous assaults across a 24-year period. (more...)
- November 27, 2016
Ex-players of the club Andy Woodward, Chris Unsworth and Steve Walters revealed more details of the abuse suffered when they spoke to the Victoria Derbyshire show on BBC . The Guardian said the former player had contacted police to make allegations against George Ormond, a coach in the North East who was jailed for six years in 2002 for carrying out numerous assaults across a 24-year period. (more...)
2nd Test Result: India Take Series Lead Over England With Convincing Win
- November 27, 2016
Ashwin and debutant Jayant Yadav took three wickets each in England´s second innings, while fast bowler Mohammed Shami chipped in with two. This story has not been edited by Firstpost staff and is generated by auto-feed. Getting Cook in the last ball of the day would also mean that India will welcome a new batsman at the crease when they take the field on Day 5. Indian captain Virat Kohli was named the Man of the Match for his scores of 167 and 81. (more...)
- November 27, 2016
Ashwin and debutant Jayant Yadav took three wickets each in England´s second innings, while fast bowler Mohammed Shami chipped in with two. This story has not been edited by Firstpost staff and is generated by auto-feed. Getting Cook in the last ball of the day would also mean that India will welcome a new batsman at the crease when they take the field on Day 5. Indian captain Virat Kohli was named the Man of the Match for his scores of 167 and 81. (more...)
UFC Fight Night 99: Mousasi vs. Hall Gate and Attendance from Belfast
- November 27, 2016
Mousasi had found himself just on the periphery of the title picture by racking up three straight wins over Thales Leites, Thiago Santos and Vitor Belfort, while Hall was riding a two-fight skid courtesy of Robert Whittaker and Derek Brunson. (more...)
- November 27, 2016
Mousasi had found himself just on the periphery of the title picture by racking up three straight wins over Thales Leites, Thiago Santos and Vitor Belfort, while Hall was riding a two-fight skid courtesy of Robert Whittaker and Derek Brunson. (more...)
(Mixed Martial Arts) McGregor challenges Mayweather again
- November 27, 2016
And in particular Floyd Mayweather. The 28-year-old SBG Ireland representative revealed following his victory over Alvarez that he plans to take some time off as he awaits the birth of his first child. "An elephant don't beef with ants". "Elephants are so large they don't even see ants". He is a solid businessman. Mayweather wanted everyone to know that McGregor is not in the same universe when you compare their careers or bank accounts. (more...)
- November 27, 2016
And in particular Floyd Mayweather. The 28-year-old SBG Ireland representative revealed following his victory over Alvarez that he plans to take some time off as he awaits the birth of his first child. "An elephant don't beef with ants". "Elephants are so large they don't even see ants". He is a solid businessman. Mayweather wanted everyone to know that McGregor is not in the same universe when you compare their careers or bank accounts. (more...)
Tuchel: Dortmund have too many flaws to win away games
- November 27, 2016
Champions Bayern's win kept them three points behind RB Leipzig, who lead with 30 points from 12 games after their 4-1 win at Freiburg on Friday. Unheralded Frankfurt replaced Dortmund in third place. Neither Hamburg , bottom after 12 games without a win, nor Bremen, only four points better off, will be happy after sharing the points in the northern derby. (more...)
- November 27, 2016
Champions Bayern's win kept them three points behind RB Leipzig, who lead with 30 points from 12 games after their 4-1 win at Freiburg on Friday. Unheralded Frankfurt replaced Dortmund in third place. Neither Hamburg , bottom after 12 games without a win, nor Bremen, only four points better off, will be happy after sharing the points in the northern derby. (more...)
Kompany out for up to six weeks as injury woes continue
- November 27, 2016
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 23: Virgil van Dijk of Southampton closes down Sergio Aguero of Manchester City during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Southampton at Etihad Stadium on October 23, 2016 in Manchester, England. (more...)
- November 27, 2016
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 23: Virgil van Dijk of Southampton closes down Sergio Aguero of Manchester City during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Southampton at Etihad Stadium on October 23, 2016 in Manchester, England. (more...)
Associated Press releases latest poll with top five shake up
- November 27, 2016
Louisville (9-1) leapfrogged Washington thanks to a 44-12 win over Wake Forest . No. 3 MI, seemingly on the way to a showdown with traditional powerhouse rival Ohio State in their regular-season finale, stumbled late Saturday night at Iowa , losing 14-13 on a last-second field goal. (more...)
- November 27, 2016
Louisville (9-1) leapfrogged Washington thanks to a 44-12 win over Wake Forest . No. 3 MI, seemingly on the way to a showdown with traditional powerhouse rival Ohio State in their regular-season finale, stumbled late Saturday night at Iowa , losing 14-13 on a last-second field goal. (more...)
5 things to watch for in Bills-Jaguars
- November 27, 2016
We've got to move forward. We won't have afternoon meetings, but we'll have our morning meetings, our practice - everything will be business as usual. Watkins had 63 yards on six receptions in two games before going on IR. Tyrod Taylor completed 19 of 27 passes for 166 yards against one interception. (more...)
- November 27, 2016
We've got to move forward. We won't have afternoon meetings, but we'll have our morning meetings, our practice - everything will be business as usual. Watkins had 63 yards on six receptions in two games before going on IR. Tyrod Taylor completed 19 of 27 passes for 166 yards against one interception. (more...)
Bills activate WR Watkins off of injured reserve
- November 27, 2016
What does this mean for the Bills? Carpenter has a solid grasp on the kicking job, especially after winning the AFC Special Teams Player of the Week Award with a solid performance in Cincinnati on Sunday, but he hasn't been very good on kickoffs for the most part. (more...)
- November 27, 2016
What does this mean for the Bills? Carpenter has a solid grasp on the kicking job, especially after winning the AFC Special Teams Player of the Week Award with a solid performance in Cincinnati on Sunday, but he hasn't been very good on kickoffs for the most part. (more...)
I have found a home at Chelsea, says match-winner Moses
- November 27, 2016
Chelsea had seen Liverpool and Manchester City steal past them earlier in the day and fell behind in the 11th minute when Christian Eriksen became the first player to score past them in seven games. Some of the players have been posting photos and videos on social media after the Chelsea squad celebrated their 2-1 victory over Tottenham on Saturday night. (more...)
- November 27, 2016
Chelsea had seen Liverpool and Manchester City steal past them earlier in the day and fell behind in the 11th minute when Christian Eriksen became the first player to score past them in seven games. Some of the players have been posting photos and videos on social media after the Chelsea squad celebrated their 2-1 victory over Tottenham on Saturday night. (more...)
Vikings Chad Greenway blames refs for Lions Thanksgiving Day win
- November 27, 2016
Earlier this month, Prater made a game-tying 58-yard field goal at the end of regulation at Minnesota and the Lions won in overtime. Bradford played conservatively for the majority of the game, leaning on short passes to move the ball, but he found his stride in the third quarter, completing a 41-yard pass to Jerick McKinnon, the Vikings' longest play of the game, which set up a game-tying Kai Forbath field goal. (more...)
- November 27, 2016
Earlier this month, Prater made a game-tying 58-yard field goal at the end of regulation at Minnesota and the Lions won in overtime. Bradford played conservatively for the majority of the game, leaning on short passes to move the ball, but he found his stride in the third quarter, completing a 41-yard pass to Jerick McKinnon, the Vikings' longest play of the game, which set up a game-tying Kai Forbath field goal. (more...)
Griezmann Reveals Why He Stayed At Atletico
- November 27, 2016
But they have three untouchables in attack at the moment. Antoine Griezmann has confirmed the Premier League would be his next destination once he leaves Atletico Madrid. Speaking during BT Sport's coverage of United v Feyenoord on Thursday night, Scholes replied when asked who he would sign for the Red Devils: "I think Griezmann would be up there". (more...)
- November 27, 2016
But they have three untouchables in attack at the moment. Antoine Griezmann has confirmed the Premier League would be his next destination once he leaves Atletico Madrid. Speaking during BT Sport's coverage of United v Feyenoord on Thursday night, Scholes replied when asked who he would sign for the Red Devils: "I think Griezmann would be up there". (more...)
Love, Irving star In Cavs' big win over Mavs
- November 27, 2016
Love made eight 3-pointers in the quarter, setting franchise records for points and 3s in a period, and finished with a season-high 40 points. He made his first six shots, including five 3-pointers, and was 4-of-4 from the free throw line. The drama-filled first quarter turned into a humdrum second, with Love playing a total of six minutes and putting up a big goose egg. Love recorded his first 40-point game since April 14, 2014, with Minnesota. (more...)
- November 27, 2016
Love made eight 3-pointers in the quarter, setting franchise records for points and 3s in a period, and finished with a season-high 40 points. He made his first six shots, including five 3-pointers, and was 4-of-4 from the free throw line. The drama-filled first quarter turned into a humdrum second, with Love playing a total of six minutes and putting up a big goose egg. Love recorded his first 40-point game since April 14, 2014, with Minnesota. (more...)
USA soccer suffers a devastating loss
- November 27, 2016
Costa Rica's win kept it top of the group on six points, while United States of America is bottom and point-less. The U.S.is 0-8-1 in World Cup qualifying games in Costa Rica , with the tie coming in the first game on May 26, 1985. We have to look in the mirror real hard at ourselves and understand it's not going to be a good start. "So anybody who thinks that is sorely mistaken". (more...)
- November 27, 2016
Costa Rica's win kept it top of the group on six points, while United States of America is bottom and point-less. The U.S.is 0-8-1 in World Cup qualifying games in Costa Rica , with the tie coming in the first game on May 26, 1985. We have to look in the mirror real hard at ourselves and understand it's not going to be a good start. "So anybody who thinks that is sorely mistaken". (more...)
Football Association launch review into child abuse claims
- November 27, 2016
Crewe Alexandra have launched an independent review into claims of historical child abuse against a coach previously employed by the club. In a statement , Crewe Alexandra said it "believes an independent review, to be conducted via the appointment of external legal counsel, is the correct way forward in the circumstances". (more...)
- November 27, 2016
Crewe Alexandra have launched an independent review into claims of historical child abuse against a coach previously employed by the club. In a statement , Crewe Alexandra said it "believes an independent review, to be conducted via the appointment of external legal counsel, is the correct way forward in the circumstances". (more...)
India reaches 271-6, within 12 runs of England on day 2
- November 27, 2016
Ashwin, who is the quickest Indian and second-fastest in the world to reach the 200-wicket mark in Tests, became the third Indian to take more than 50 wickets and score in excess of 500 runs in Tests in a calendar year. First, Pujara misjudged a pull off Rashid and Woakes ran in from the deep to take a brilliant catch inches from the turf. Pujara had reached his 11th test half century off 100 balls, inclusive of eight fours. (more...)
- November 27, 2016
Ashwin, who is the quickest Indian and second-fastest in the world to reach the 200-wicket mark in Tests, became the third Indian to take more than 50 wickets and score in excess of 500 runs in Tests in a calendar year. First, Pujara misjudged a pull off Rashid and Woakes ran in from the deep to take a brilliant catch inches from the turf. Pujara had reached his 11th test half century off 100 balls, inclusive of eight fours. (more...)
Gunners have stalled, admits Wenger after PSG get edge
- November 27, 2016
That leaves the north Londoners level on points with PSG but behind them on a head-to-head record, meaning the French team will take first place if they win their last group match, against minnows Ludogorets on December 6. The Gunners have traditionally struggled in November in recent seasons, and that has been the case again this year with just one win from four games seeing them drop to fourth in the Premier League table and putting them on course to finish second in their Champions ... (more...)
- November 27, 2016
That leaves the north Londoners level on points with PSG but behind them on a head-to-head record, meaning the French team will take first place if they win their last group match, against minnows Ludogorets on December 6. The Gunners have traditionally struggled in November in recent seasons, and that has been the case again this year with just one win from four games seeing them drop to fourth in the Premier League table and putting them on course to finish second in their Champions ... (more...)
Auburn at Alabama: Iron Bowl Preview
- November 27, 2016
Malzahn said his team knows what it's up against Saturday at 2:30 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. "On Alabama, looking at them offensively, it starts with their quarterback", Malzahn said. No matter who Malzahn marches out Saturday, chances are the Tigers won't be throwing the ball that much regardless. The Tigers now lead the Southeastern Conference in rushing (297.82 yards per game), sit fourth in the league in scoring (34.1 points per game) but the biggest turnaround under Lashlee's play-calling ... (more...)
- November 27, 2016
Malzahn said his team knows what it's up against Saturday at 2:30 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. "On Alabama, looking at them offensively, it starts with their quarterback", Malzahn said. No matter who Malzahn marches out Saturday, chances are the Tigers won't be throwing the ball that much regardless. The Tigers now lead the Southeastern Conference in rushing (297.82 yards per game), sit fourth in the league in scoring (34.1 points per game) but the biggest turnaround under Lashlee's play-calling ... (more...)
Packers vs. Eagles: Key matchups, Green Bay's playoff streak in jeopardy
- November 27, 2016
The Packers have scored 32, 26, 25 and 24 points during the four-game losing streak. They're expecting it to be closer to their games than those the Packers have played. "It's tough", said Jim Schwartz on defending Rodgers. "There's a lot of carryover from last week with Russell Wilson ". "He'll still make plays with his feet. (more...)
- November 27, 2016
The Packers have scored 32, 26, 25 and 24 points during the four-game losing streak. They're expecting it to be closer to their games than those the Packers have played. "It's tough", said Jim Schwartz on defending Rodgers. "There's a lot of carryover from last week with Russell Wilson ". "He'll still make plays with his feet. (more...)
2nd Test: Tim Southee's Six Keeps New Zealand in Front of Pakistan
- November 27, 2016
Resuming on 76-5, Pakistan were relying on Babar and Sarfraz Ahmed - resuming on 34 and nine respectively - to do a big job, and the duo went along in rapid fashion, going on to bring up the 50-partnership and team century on the same delivery. (more...)
- November 27, 2016
Resuming on 76-5, Pakistan were relying on Babar and Sarfraz Ahmed - resuming on 34 and nine respectively - to do a big job, and the duo went along in rapid fashion, going on to bring up the 50-partnership and team century on the same delivery. (more...)
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