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Hazard shines as Chelsea continue march towards title
- April 09, 2017

Joshua King's deflected strike handed Bournemouth hope of a recovery, before Marcos Alonso's curling free-kick sealed Chelsea's fifth win in six matches. For someone who is given license to get forward as much as the Spanish left-wing back, you'd expect better in the final third. It was a sign that Bournemouth were in no mood to surrender to the league leaders and they pulled a goal back three minutes before the interval. (more...)

Eden Hazard: 'Chelsea passed a test by defeating Bournemouth'
- April 09, 2017

He added: "I do believe if he [Conte] pulls off this Premier League win that he should be able to bring in who he wishes". I think that they want to come back for me in Italy . Leaders Chelsea maintained their seven-point cushion over Tottenham in all the style befitting champions-elect and now need at the most 15 points from seven matches to seal the silverware. (more...)

We can catch Chelsea - Pochettino rallies Tottenham for final push
- April 09, 2017

Harry Winks could miss the rest of the season with an injury that he picked up at Turf Moor , and there are also fears over Wanyama's fitness. "But for to analyse the game after 90 minutes, we fully deserved this result". Tottenham travel to Swansea the same evening and could even sit one point behind the Blues on Saturday, when they face Watford in the early kick-off ahead of Chelsea's trip to Manchester United on Sunday. (more...)

Victor Moses And Nemanja Matic Start - Chelsea Team vs Bournemouth Confirmed
- April 09, 2017

Joshua King's deflected strike handed Bournemouth hope of a recovery, but Marcos Alonso's curling free-kick sealed Chelsea's fifth win in six league matches. Liverpool, who are third but have played more games than their rivals, left it late as substitutes Philippe Coutinho and Roberto Firmino earned a precious 2-1 victory at Stoke City. (more...)

Coutinho and Firmino seal Liverpool comeback after Klopp rings changes
- April 09, 2017

Sky Sports pundit, Thierry Henry, says that it will be hard for Arsenal to break into the Premier League top four this season . "He will be ready for the next season", said Klopp. The Potters have lost their last three league games and are yet to beat any of the sides in the top seven this season . Striker Daniel Sturridge will be in the squad again, having been an unused substitute in midweek, but he has not played since February 4 and ideally Klopp would like to ease him back. (more...)

Mauricio Pochettino compares Harry Kane to Lionel Messi
- April 09, 2017

The freedom Pochettino spoke of was evident as Dele Alli scored a magnificent 33rd minute opener and Eric Dier rifled an unstoppable second before Son took centre stage. Spurs eventually broke the deadlock on 33 minutes off Alli who curled into the far top corner. Son snares his second of the afternoon! Eriksen slipped a pass to the overlapping Trippier, whose delivery was again impeccable for the on-rushing Son to convert a crisp half-volley. (more...)

France into Davis Cup semis after doubles win vs. Britain
- April 09, 2017

Chardy won 6-2 6-3 6-3 to put pressure on GB to pull off a remarkable comeback, but that looks all the more improbable considering the manner of both wins today. With Andy Murray not ready to play this tie after his recent elbow problems it was always going to be a struggle, given the visitors' comparative lack of depth. (more...)

UNC coach may not let his players meet Trump
- April 09, 2017

Since the inside didn't provide answers to a takeover run, both teams were forced to go outside and the Tar Heels were amazingly able to win shooting 4 for 27 (14.8 percent) from 3-point range. He has taken the Zags to the NCAA Tournament all 18 years he's been there. "I'm really happy for the players". In the 1st Half, Gonzaga was leading by 3 (35-32). (more...)

Coutinho, Firmino seal points for Reds
- April 09, 2017

Liverpool dropped points last time out, when they could only draw 2-2 at home against Bournemouth, meaning a win today is essential. "Sadio we are pretty sure will need surgery". Klopp's surprise decision to switch to a 3-5-2 formation with a tired Firmino alongside Coutinho, recovering from illness, on the bench de-stabilised his side and handed the initiative to their hosts. (more...)

Pep Guardiola: I identified Manchester City's issues in August
- April 09, 2017

The Portuguese head coach has transformed City's fortunes since replacing Mike Phelan in January, with the 4-2 midweek win over relegation rivals Middlesbrough lifting the Tigers out of the bottom three for the first time in nearly six months. (more...)

Guardiola: 6-0 thrashing of Steaua revealed Manchester City have assaulting issues
- April 09, 2017

Hull boss Silva has made clear his future will not be resolved until the end of the Premier League season. He added: "We have a lot of lovely things to fight for and to qualify for the Champions League will be a huge success". "You should analyse game by game, so for example Stoke City in the first half we were not able to create as much - but they didn't shoot one shot on target". (more...)

Jordan Spieth hopes to replace memories of 2016 Masters
- April 09, 2017

In 2016, Spieth made the turn on the final day with a commanding five-shot lead. They removed a tumor of about 3.5 centimeters, which was almost at the threshold for chemotherapy. "Forget about what's going on an go out and play". He told me once: 'I never think about it. "I feel for him. When I can go away from technicality and toward feel, it's an advantage for me personally compared to how I play other places". (more...)

Jordan Spieth returns to infamous 12th hole at Augusta National
- April 09, 2017

Swirling winds that gusted up to 40 miles per hour required players to make adjustments all day, and when he didn't, Spieth paid a steep price. He finally met the putting service with his sixth, leaving himself almost 30 feet for double-bogey. (more...)

Vertonghen: The two factors that prove Tottenham are capable of something special
- April 09, 2017

We've proven in the last two years what we're capable of. That result came as Chelsea slumped to a shock 2-1 loss to Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge on Saturday afternoon and gave the Lilywhites hope of catching the Blues. But Swansea centre-back Alfie Mawson insisted a goalless draw with Middlesbrough had not dented the squad's self-belief. Since Mauricio Pochettino took charge of the club on the eve of 2014-15, Tottenham have won 53 points from losing positions in the league - 13 ... (more...)

Victor Moses returns from injury, Cesc Fabregas drops to bench
- April 09, 2017

Victor Moses, who has failed to feature in Chelsea's last four outings, is unlikely to play at Dean Court, as he recovers from a calf strain. Eddie Howe will be hoping for an upset after drawing with Liverpool What TV channel is Bournemouth vs Chelsea on? Adam Federici and Callum Wilson are long-term absentees. (more...)

Cavaliers top the Pacers in 2OT
- April 09, 2017

The Cavaliers kept the game out of reach until the buzzer sounded. "I can't show up my teammates, that's for sure, especially Double T worked hard for our team, he's a big-time player for our team so I had good intentions of what I wanted to happen, but the way it came out was.it didn't look good on TV". (more...)

Reining in the Rogue Regime of North Korea
- April 09, 2017

Tensions in the Asia-Pacific region have been heightened since President Donald Trump said he would take a tougher stance on Pyongyang than his predecessor, former President Barack Obama, and a series of military exercises held last month between the us and South Korea not far from North Korean territory. (more...)

Chicharito would've scored 20 goals easy for Man United this season - Mourinho
- April 08, 2017

The Manchester United left-back's cameo appearance proved fruitful after he won an added-time penalty to allow Zlatan Ibrahimovic to rescue a point for the hosts. Yet, striker Victor Anichebe could make his return. The tactics to be used against them are obvious; stop Zlatan and you stop United. "We are not strong enough because we are not winning, we are not strong or good enough to score the goals we should". (more...)

Luke Kennard will enter the National Basketball Association draft, ending his Duke career
- April 08, 2017

Kennard took a big step forward his sophomore season, proving he can be an elite scorer in college. Kennard is expected to hire an agent and is projected as a mid-to-late first round pick in most mock drafts. "I'm confident that I'm ready and have a great foundation for success ", Kennard said in a statement released from Duke. Kennard joins freshmen Jayson Tatum and Harry Giles as Duke underclassmen who are leaving early for the National Basketball Association. (more...)

Hawks missing Millsap, Bazemore against Cavaliers
- April 08, 2017

The streaky shooter is picking the ideal time to step his game up - as are his teammates - as the playoffs are just a little more than a week away. The Cavs will again be without center Tristan Thompson , who is out with a sprained right thumb. (more...)