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Arsene Wenger calls on Arsenal to sharpen up mentally after Watford defeat
- February 02, 2017
They were previously unbeaten in nine Premier League games against Arsenal (W6 D3) before the 3-0 defeat to the Gunners in September and will be feeling confident on home ground. "We played at home, we had a great opportunity, but we had a start like we did", he said . "We were unlucky the free-kick was given and it was a deflected shot, but after the first 20 minutes we responded". (more...)
- February 02, 2017
They were previously unbeaten in nine Premier League games against Arsenal (W6 D3) before the 3-0 defeat to the Gunners in September and will be feeling confident on home ground. "We played at home, we had a great opportunity, but we had a start like we did", he said . "We were unlucky the free-kick was given and it was a deflected shot, but after the first 20 minutes we responded". (more...)
CAS upholds Calhanoglu's four month ban
- February 02, 2017
Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu has been handed a four-month suspension, meaning that he will miss the rest of the season. Leverkusen first revealed Calhanoglu was involved in a legal dispute with Federation Internationale de Football Association in March 2016, but he was allowed to play on while the charge was contested. (more...)
- February 02, 2017
Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu has been handed a four-month suspension, meaning that he will miss the rest of the season. Leverkusen first revealed Calhanoglu was involved in a legal dispute with Federation Internationale de Football Association in March 2016, but he was allowed to play on while the charge was contested. (more...)
Gators sign WR recruit after marijuana citation
- February 02, 2017
A few minutes ago, the Gators officially announced the signing of four-star wide receiver James Robinson . Particularly when you're cited for marijuana possession during an official visit to Ohio State. Late addition: Henderson initially committed to his hometown Miami Hurricanes last February. At 6-foot-1, 179 pounds, Henderson has the desired height for the position, though he will need to put on a bit more playing weight once he joins the Gators. (more...)
- February 02, 2017
A few minutes ago, the Gators officially announced the signing of four-star wide receiver James Robinson . Particularly when you're cited for marijuana possession during an official visit to Ohio State. Late addition: Henderson initially committed to his hometown Miami Hurricanes last February. At 6-foot-1, 179 pounds, Henderson has the desired height for the position, though he will need to put on a bit more playing weight once he joins the Gators. (more...)
Isaiah Thomas guides Celtics past Raptors
- February 02, 2017
IT's teammates and fans now signal his explosions in the clutch by looking down at their wrists. Down 106-102 with just over a minute to play in OT, New Orleans tied the game on Davis' floating jump shot with 29 seconds to go. My take when he said it was that Valanciunas wasn't dissing the Celtics, it was more like he was complimenting them, saying both teams were in the mix. (more...)
- February 02, 2017
IT's teammates and fans now signal his explosions in the clutch by looking down at their wrists. Down 106-102 with just over a minute to play in OT, New Orleans tied the game on Davis' floating jump shot with 29 seconds to go. My take when he said it was that Valanciunas wasn't dissing the Celtics, it was more like he was complimenting them, saying both teams were in the mix. (more...)
Peter Crouch Scored His 100th EPL Goal And Did "The Robot"
- February 02, 2017
He added of his celebration: "I was under so much pressure to pull out the robot - to be honest, it was a little bit rusty!" Of course he's really on a good fitness level and that makes James a better player than I saw in the beginning . (more...)
- February 02, 2017
He added of his celebration: "I was under so much pressure to pull out the robot - to be honest, it was a little bit rusty!" Of course he's really on a good fitness level and that makes James a better player than I saw in the beginning . (more...)
Mom's health woes have made year 'challenging' for Tom Brady
- February 02, 2017
Vic Beasley, (15.5) sacks this year in his second year is incredible. Edelman doesn't have the measurables and he sure as hell doesn't get the press, at least outside of New England. "The whole thing, yeah, I think it was extra motivation". The Super Bowl is back in Houston for the first time since 2004 when -who else? - but the Patriots were the last team standing, defeating the Jake Delhomme-led Carolina Panthers , 32-29. (more...)
- February 02, 2017
Vic Beasley, (15.5) sacks this year in his second year is incredible. Edelman doesn't have the measurables and he sure as hell doesn't get the press, at least outside of New England. "The whole thing, yeah, I think it was extra motivation". The Super Bowl is back in Houston for the first time since 2004 when -who else? - but the Patriots were the last team standing, defeating the Jake Delhomme-led Carolina Panthers , 32-29. (more...)
Kruis ruled out of Six Nations opener with knee injury
- February 02, 2017
For Marler, Saturday's Test will be the first England game he has started since last March against Wales and back to full fitness, he is relishing the chance to test the healing powers of milk against the French front-row. Maro Itoje switches to blindside flanker to cover for the injured Chris Robshaw, so Joe Launchbury comes into the second-row in the absence of George Kruis (knee). (more...)
- February 02, 2017
For Marler, Saturday's Test will be the first England game he has started since last March against Wales and back to full fitness, he is relishing the chance to test the healing powers of milk against the French front-row. Maro Itoje switches to blindside flanker to cover for the injured Chris Robshaw, so Joe Launchbury comes into the second-row in the absence of George Kruis (knee). (more...)
Super Bowl LI: Patriots vs. Falcons
- February 02, 2017
Patriots quarterback Tom Brady will quickly respond, with a 38-yard place action pass to Chris Hogan for a touchdown. And of course, Belichick is still the franchise's coach and personnel chief. Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski and Panthers quarterback Cam Newton rounded out the top 10. But, thanks in part to the Patriots , these positional distinctions don't mean as much as they used to. (more...)
- February 02, 2017
Patriots quarterback Tom Brady will quickly respond, with a 38-yard place action pass to Chris Hogan for a touchdown. And of course, Belichick is still the franchise's coach and personnel chief. Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski and Panthers quarterback Cam Newton rounded out the top 10. But, thanks in part to the Patriots , these positional distinctions don't mean as much as they used to. (more...)
IPL confirmed for April 5 start
- February 02, 2017
After the sacking of Anurag Thakur and Ajay Shirke from the BCCI in January, there were doubts raised if IPL 2017 will go ahead. "The Committee of Administrators met the concerned BCCI officials today (Wednesday) to take stock of the urgent and important matters mainly concerning the successful conduct of IPL 2017". (more...)
- February 02, 2017
After the sacking of Anurag Thakur and Ajay Shirke from the BCCI in January, there were doubts raised if IPL 2017 will go ahead. "The Committee of Administrators met the concerned BCCI officials today (Wednesday) to take stock of the urgent and important matters mainly concerning the successful conduct of IPL 2017". (more...)
Southampton confirm signing of Napoli striker Manolo Gabbiadini
- February 02, 2017
The 25-year-old signed a four-and-a-half-year deal having scored 15 goals in 55 appearances for the Serie A side since joining from Sampdoria in 2015. I want to play to the best of my abilities. Strong, quick, technical, a cannon left foot. "One of my dreams was to perform in one of the biggest leagues in the world, so now that it's happening I can't wait to start playing", he is quoted by BBC Sport as saying. (more...)
- February 02, 2017
The 25-year-old signed a four-and-a-half-year deal having scored 15 goals in 55 appearances for the Serie A side since joining from Sampdoria in 2015. I want to play to the best of my abilities. Strong, quick, technical, a cannon left foot. "One of my dreams was to perform in one of the biggest leagues in the world, so now that it's happening I can't wait to start playing", he is quoted by BBC Sport as saying. (more...)
Cardinals, RHP Martinez agree to $51M extension
- February 02, 2017
Such a deal would buy out two of Martinez's free-agent years; hence, the significant investment involved. It's possible the deal also has team options. Martinez, 25, is coming off a 2016 season in which he pitched to a 3.04 ERA and 2.49 K/BB ratio in 195 1/3 innings. When the clubs and players recently exchanged arbitration figures, Martinez was asking for $4.25 million for 2017, and the Cardinals were offering him $3.9 million. (more...)
- February 02, 2017
Such a deal would buy out two of Martinez's free-agent years; hence, the significant investment involved. It's possible the deal also has team options. Martinez, 25, is coming off a 2016 season in which he pitched to a 3.04 ERA and 2.49 K/BB ratio in 195 1/3 innings. When the clubs and players recently exchanged arbitration figures, Martinez was asking for $4.25 million for 2017, and the Cardinals were offering him $3.9 million. (more...)
Cleveland Cavaliers To Hold Free Agent Workout On Wednesday
- February 02, 2017
Channing Frye added 18 points for Cleveland, which outscored Minnesota 62-to-37 in the second half. The 37 assists were a season high and it was the most points the Cavs scored in a game since a December 7 home win against the Knicks. Kyrie Irving scored 14 and posted a career-high 14 assists as the Cavaliers bounced back from a humiliating loss to the lowly Dallas Mavericks. "I feel like I've missed a bunch of those shots". (more...)
- February 02, 2017
Channing Frye added 18 points for Cleveland, which outscored Minnesota 62-to-37 in the second half. The 37 assists were a season high and it was the most points the Cavs scored in a game since a December 7 home win against the Knicks. Kyrie Irving scored 14 and posted a career-high 14 assists as the Cavaliers bounced back from a humiliating loss to the lowly Dallas Mavericks. "I feel like I've missed a bunch of those shots". (more...)
Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid in Copa del Rey
- February 02, 2017
The move started with Javier Mascherano dispossessing an Atletico attacker in his own half, with Suarez taking hold of possession just on the half-way line. Koke flighted a free-kick from near the centre circle to the left side of the penalty area and after Diego Godin - who was completely unmarked - headed the ball across goal, Griezmann rose highest to nod it into the net from six yards. (more...)
- February 02, 2017
The move started with Javier Mascherano dispossessing an Atletico attacker in his own half, with Suarez taking hold of possession just on the half-way line. Koke flighted a free-kick from near the centre circle to the left side of the penalty area and after Diego Godin - who was completely unmarked - headed the ball across goal, Griezmann rose highest to nod it into the net from six yards. (more...)
Mourinho Takes Weird Dig At Klopp In Bizarre Post-Match Interview
- February 02, 2017
Manchester United are on the current longest unbeaten run in the Premier League (13 games - W7 D6 L0). "I can not speak for the other teams, their decisions, what they think", he said. "I don't want to be punished", he said. "Of course it is important for us". "But I'm always realistic, always try to give options that are gettable, but we'll have time to speak about that in the summer". (more...)
- February 02, 2017
Manchester United are on the current longest unbeaten run in the Premier League (13 games - W7 D6 L0). "I can not speak for the other teams, their decisions, what they think", he said. "I don't want to be punished", he said. "Of course it is important for us". "But I'm always realistic, always try to give options that are gettable, but we'll have time to speak about that in the summer". (more...)
Auburn signs 10 recruits from Alabama, most ever under Gus Malzahn
- February 02, 2017
Malzahn said Ashley reminds him of former star left tackle Greg Robinson, a No. 2 overall National Football League draft pick, at this stage in his career. Georgia has the best individual relationship with him throughout the recruiting process, though . The decision was pretty shocking, as 68-percent of 247Sports crystal ball prognosticators had him heading to LSU, with the rest having him stay in-state at Georgia. (more...)
- February 02, 2017
Malzahn said Ashley reminds him of former star left tackle Greg Robinson, a No. 2 overall National Football League draft pick, at this stage in his career. Georgia has the best individual relationship with him throughout the recruiting process, though . The decision was pretty shocking, as 68-percent of 247Sports crystal ball prognosticators had him heading to LSU, with the rest having him stay in-state at Georgia. (more...)
Get your television ready for Super Bowl 2017
- February 02, 2017
I was shocked New England was the No. 1-scoring defense. "He's going to get his for sure, but I think guys might get theirs". The Belichick/Brady combo is hard to bet against, especially on the big stage. The Patriots not only have an elite offense, they led the National Football League in total defense allowing only 15.6 points per game. The Patriots, meanwhile, snagged restricted free agent Chris Hogan for a three-year contract worth $7.5 million guaranteed. (more...)
- February 02, 2017
I was shocked New England was the No. 1-scoring defense. "He's going to get his for sure, but I think guys might get theirs". The Belichick/Brady combo is hard to bet against, especially on the big stage. The Patriots not only have an elite offense, they led the National Football League in total defense allowing only 15.6 points per game. The Patriots, meanwhile, snagged restricted free agent Chris Hogan for a three-year contract worth $7.5 million guaranteed. (more...)
Super Bowl LI: Devonta Freeman undaunted by Falcons' underdog status
- February 02, 2017
In the AFC Championship Game, the 28-year-old from Wyckoff, New Jersey, set a Patriots playoff record with 180 receiving yards and he caught two touchdown passes. "When I go out in pregame and look around I kind of know where they're going to be and I try to make some eye contact and let them know I'm looking at them", he said. (more...)
- February 02, 2017
In the AFC Championship Game, the 28-year-old from Wyckoff, New Jersey, set a Patriots playoff record with 180 receiving yards and he caught two touchdown passes. "When I go out in pregame and look around I kind of know where they're going to be and I try to make some eye contact and let them know I'm looking at them", he said. (more...)
10 storylines to watch for when Super Bowl LI kicks off
- February 02, 2017
No real advantage for either side there. However, the Patriots' defense allowed teams to score touchdowns on only 50% of red zone appearances . "When Myra died, Melania and Donald came up to the funeral in our synagogue, then they came for memorial week to visit with me", Kraft told the Daily News . (more...)
- February 02, 2017
No real advantage for either side there. However, the Patriots' defense allowed teams to score touchdowns on only 50% of red zone appearances . "When Myra died, Melania and Donald came up to the funeral in our synagogue, then they came for memorial week to visit with me", Kraft told the Daily News . (more...)
Premier League, round 23 Liverpool vs Chelsea
- February 02, 2017
Brazil global David Luiz broke the deadlock in the first half with a swerving free-kick before Dutch midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum levelled in the second half. The sight of substitute Sadio Mane, back from the African Nations Cup just over 24 hours earlier, sitting on the bench with an ice pack on his left knee was not what Liverpool needed. (more...)
- February 02, 2017
Brazil global David Luiz broke the deadlock in the first half with a swerving free-kick before Dutch midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum levelled in the second half. The sight of substitute Sadio Mane, back from the African Nations Cup just over 24 hours earlier, sitting on the bench with an ice pack on his left knee was not what Liverpool needed. (more...)
Kansas vs. Baylor: Josh Jackson steps up in Jayhawks win over Bears
- February 02, 2017
He led all scorers with 23 points on 8-13 shooting, including 2-4 from deep, notching yet another double-double with 11 rebounds. ABOUT BAYLOR (20-1, 7-1 Big 12): While the Bears will focus on pounding the Jayhawks inside, point guard Manu Leconte will anchor the perimeter play, averaging 12.3 points and leading the team with 42 3-pointers and 93 assists. (more...)
- February 02, 2017
He led all scorers with 23 points on 8-13 shooting, including 2-4 from deep, notching yet another double-double with 11 rebounds. ABOUT BAYLOR (20-1, 7-1 Big 12): While the Bears will focus on pounding the Jayhawks inside, point guard Manu Leconte will anchor the perimeter play, averaging 12.3 points and leading the team with 42 3-pointers and 93 assists. (more...)
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