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Antonio Conte sends message to Chelsea fans about Nathan Ake
- April 25, 2017
Asked if beating Spurs in the FA Cup gave his side a psychological edge for the title run-in, Conte replied: "I don't think so". "In my team I don't want selfish players". "It's important to start this rush [of fixtures] very well, to try to keep these four points [the lead]". Ake could continue in Antonio Conte's starting line-up against the Saints if the Italian chief opts not to risk his on-field captain. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Asked if beating Spurs in the FA Cup gave his side a psychological edge for the title run-in, Conte replied: "I don't think so". "In my team I don't want selfish players". "It's important to start this rush [of fixtures] very well, to try to keep these four points [the lead]". Ake could continue in Antonio Conte's starting line-up against the Saints if the Italian chief opts not to risk his on-field captain. (more...)
Arsenal want to win FA Cup for Wenger, says Ramsey
- April 25, 2017
Congratulations to Arsenal . We'll improve next season. In the short term at least, Arsenal's progress to the final might buy Wenger some welcome breathing space amid constant calls for his resignation from angry fans frustrated at their team's struggles in recent years. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Congratulations to Arsenal . We'll improve next season. In the short term at least, Arsenal's progress to the final might buy Wenger some welcome breathing space amid constant calls for his resignation from angry fans frustrated at their team's struggles in recent years. (more...)
Bozak's OT goal gives Leafs 2-1 series lead over Caps
- April 25, 2017
Werenski scored a power-play goal in the first period of Game 1 and established himself as a core player for the Blue Jackets at age 19. That showed on the first goal of the game , when Schmidt raced toward Maple Leafs goaltender Frederik Andersen on a two-on-one with Backstrom just 2:43 into the game. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Werenski scored a power-play goal in the first period of Game 1 and established himself as a core player for the Blue Jackets at age 19. That showed on the first goal of the game , when Schmidt raced toward Maple Leafs goaltender Frederik Andersen on a two-on-one with Backstrom just 2:43 into the game. (more...)
Beckham: Dele's a joy to watch
- April 25, 2017
The 26-year-old has played 31 of Chelsea's 32 games in the Premier League so far this season, once again drawing plaudits for his vast athleticism, tackling and reading of the game. "He put a winning mentality into the squad, and everyone wants to give their best for the team, and to make Chelsea win titles". He now succeeds his former teammate last season at Leicester City, Riyad Mahrez, for the honor. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
The 26-year-old has played 31 of Chelsea's 32 games in the Premier League so far this season, once again drawing plaudits for his vast athleticism, tackling and reading of the game. "He put a winning mentality into the squad, and everyone wants to give their best for the team, and to make Chelsea win titles". He now succeeds his former teammate last season at Leicester City, Riyad Mahrez, for the honor. (more...)
Leake continues strong start as Cardinals beat Brewers
- April 25, 2017
Louis starter Lance Lynn went on an out-producing binge, retiring 11 consecutive hitters. The Brewers loaded the bases in the eighth, but Brett Cecil got Shaw to pop out to third to end the inning. "Too many missed opportunities", Matheny said. Right-hander Matt Bowman pitched a ideal seventh, extending his scoreless inning streak to 19 2/3 over 20 games dating back to September 6 of last season when he allowed four runs against Pittsburgh. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Louis starter Lance Lynn went on an out-producing binge, retiring 11 consecutive hitters. The Brewers loaded the bases in the eighth, but Brett Cecil got Shaw to pop out to third to end the inning. "Too many missed opportunities", Matheny said. Right-hander Matt Bowman pitched a ideal seventh, extending his scoreless inning streak to 19 2/3 over 20 games dating back to September 6 of last season when he allowed four runs against Pittsburgh. (more...)
NBA Playoffs 2017: Cavaliers advance, fans react on Twitter
- April 25, 2017
James nearly single-handedly led Cleveland back from a 25-point halftime deficit, the largest second-half comeback in playoff history and then made every big play over the final 90 seconds Sunday. As their lead shrunk and shrunk, you could nearly hear them thinking, "Oh, my God, we're going to blow a 25-point halftime lead". In that 2012 game, James' close friend Carmelo Anthony scored 41 points and hit a 3-pointer with less than a minute left that gave the Knicks the lead for good. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
James nearly single-handedly led Cleveland back from a 25-point halftime deficit, the largest second-half comeback in playoff history and then made every big play over the final 90 seconds Sunday. As their lead shrunk and shrunk, you could nearly hear them thinking, "Oh, my God, we're going to blow a 25-point halftime lead". In that 2012 game, James' close friend Carmelo Anthony scored 41 points and hit a 3-pointer with less than a minute left that gave the Knicks the lead for good. (more...)
Nadal is 1st to win same title 10 times
- April 25, 2017
Novak Djokovic's preparations for his French Open title defence suffered another setback Friday when he was defeated by Belgium's David Goffin 6-2, 3-6, 7-5 in the Monte Carlo Masters quarter-finals. We came through some close Match tie-breaks this week and it's a good start to the clay season. Since then, Federer has beaten him in finals at the Australian Open and the Miami Masters, either side of a win for big-serving American Sam Querrey at Acapulco, Mexico. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Novak Djokovic's preparations for his French Open title defence suffered another setback Friday when he was defeated by Belgium's David Goffin 6-2, 3-6, 7-5 in the Monte Carlo Masters quarter-finals. We came through some close Match tie-breaks this week and it's a good start to the clay season. Since then, Federer has beaten him in finals at the Australian Open and the Miami Masters, either side of a win for big-serving American Sam Querrey at Acapulco, Mexico. (more...)
Harry Kane urges Tottenham to finish games off after Chelsea defeat
- April 25, 2017
Then Nimanja Matic's 40-yard left-footed piledriver sealed the win. "It's the first time Chelsea have not been in Europe for a very long time", Fabregas added. Tottenham dominated Chelsea for large spells but Willian's opening two goals were somewhat self-inflicted, with Toby Alderweireld conceding a free-kick on the edge of the box before Son Heung-min's rash challenge brought down Victor Moses in the penalty area. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Then Nimanja Matic's 40-yard left-footed piledriver sealed the win. "It's the first time Chelsea have not been in Europe for a very long time", Fabregas added. Tottenham dominated Chelsea for large spells but Willian's opening two goals were somewhat self-inflicted, with Toby Alderweireld conceding a free-kick on the edge of the box before Son Heung-min's rash challenge brought down Victor Moses in the penalty area. (more...)
Giants will pick up fifth-year option on Odell Beckham
- April 25, 2017
Spending his entire three-year National Football League career in the "Big Apple" thus far into his professional tenure, Beckham notably burst onto the scene after missing the start of his rookie season because of a lingering hamstring injury. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Spending his entire three-year National Football League career in the "Big Apple" thus far into his professional tenure, Beckham notably burst onto the scene after missing the start of his rookie season because of a lingering hamstring injury. (more...)
Benteke's brace earns Crystal Palace 2-1 win on return to Liverpool
- April 25, 2017
It makes no sense to leave him alone. With 64 and 63 points respectively, Manchester City and Manchester United who are 4th and 5th on the standings are at advantage having played 32 games each so far; 2 less than Liverpool . Palace boss Sam Allardyce, who celebrated his first league win at Anfield, has guided the club to the brink of safety after accumulating 38 points thanks to some remarkable recent results against Arsenal, Chelsea and now Liverpool . (more...)
- April 25, 2017
It makes no sense to leave him alone. With 64 and 63 points respectively, Manchester City and Manchester United who are 4th and 5th on the standings are at advantage having played 32 games each so far; 2 less than Liverpool . Palace boss Sam Allardyce, who celebrated his first league win at Anfield, has guided the club to the brink of safety after accumulating 38 points thanks to some remarkable recent results against Arsenal, Chelsea and now Liverpool . (more...)
Backup G Austin Rivers to return for Clippers in Game 5
- April 25, 2017
Griffin will miss the remainder of the NBA Playoffs after he was diagnosed with a torn plantar plate injury in his right big toe on Saturday morning. Griffin was the Clippers' leading scorer, second-leading rebounder (behind DeAndre Jordan) and second-leading player in assists (behind Chris Paul) in the regular season, averaging 21.6 points, 8.1 rebounds and 4.9 assists per game. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Griffin will miss the remainder of the NBA Playoffs after he was diagnosed with a torn plantar plate injury in his right big toe on Saturday morning. Griffin was the Clippers' leading scorer, second-leading rebounder (behind DeAndre Jordan) and second-leading player in assists (behind Chris Paul) in the regular season, averaging 21.6 points, 8.1 rebounds and 4.9 assists per game. (more...)
Serena Williams speaks out against Ilie Nastase
- April 25, 2017
Of course, Williams won't play the rest of 2017, even though she rose to No. 1 in the world again Monday, which means she'll have no chance to break Margaret Court's all-time record of. At the same press conference, it was reported he had asked Keothavong, who is pregnant, for her hotel room number. "I can not condone or defend his recent ugly and very offensive remarks ..." Romanian gymnastics great Nadia Comaneci has sprung to the defence of compatriot Nastase. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Of course, Williams won't play the rest of 2017, even though she rose to No. 1 in the world again Monday, which means she'll have no chance to break Margaret Court's all-time record of. At the same press conference, it was reported he had asked Keothavong, who is pregnant, for her hotel room number. "I can not condone or defend his recent ugly and very offensive remarks ..." Romanian gymnastics great Nadia Comaneci has sprung to the defence of compatriot Nastase. (more...)
Rain washes out NASCAR race at Bristol until Monday
- April 25, 2017
Later Saturday night, even more rain began moving into the area, and by Sunday morning the entire Bristol and surrounding areas were saturated, with even more heavy rain coming in as the day continued on Sunday. Larson had to go to the back of the pack. I was hoping for a top five but I got messed up in traffic. HAPPY HOUR: Kyle Busch led the field in Saturday's final practice. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Later Saturday night, even more rain began moving into the area, and by Sunday morning the entire Bristol and surrounding areas were saturated, with even more heavy rain coming in as the day continued on Sunday. Larson had to go to the back of the pack. I was hoping for a top five but I got messed up in traffic. HAPPY HOUR: Kyle Busch led the field in Saturday's final practice. (more...)
Pochettino envies Conte's ability to call on Hazard and Costa
- April 25, 2017
United face Spain's Celta Vigo in the semi-finals and the Portuguese said: "We can not give the club the Premier League, we have a 25 per cent chance to win the Europa League and we have to put everything on it". "Ugo was a great character around the training ground, it was just shocking news to be honest". We have to know that, on Tuesday, we play a tough game against a tough team. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
United face Spain's Celta Vigo in the semi-finals and the Portuguese said: "We can not give the club the Premier League, we have a 25 per cent chance to win the Europa League and we have to put everything on it". "Ugo was a great character around the training ground, it was just shocking news to be honest". We have to know that, on Tuesday, we play a tough game against a tough team. (more...)
Warriors coach Kerr to miss Game 3 with illness
- April 25, 2017
He is in ongoing discussions with his doctors. He is credited with helping Portland's post-All-Star break surge, when the team went 18-8 and finished at.500. However, they will have to do without their coach Steve Kerr on the sidelines due to illness. It's a frightening thing to be stricken with severe symptoms from an unknown illness, and hopefully, Kerr's ailment can be discovered and treated with relative speed. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
He is in ongoing discussions with his doctors. He is credited with helping Portland's post-All-Star break surge, when the team went 18-8 and finished at.500. However, they will have to do without their coach Steve Kerr on the sidelines due to illness. It's a frightening thing to be stricken with severe symptoms from an unknown illness, and hopefully, Kerr's ailment can be discovered and treated with relative speed. (more...)
Serena Williams is pregnant, will return to tennis in 2018
- April 25, 2017
With a baby on the way Serena is not expected to play in any more competitions this year, however many outlets are reporting that she is likely to return to tennis in 2018. "Obviously she has been very dominant and that's just testament to what an wonderful tennis player she is". US Open Tennis responded to Williams' message by saying: " Serena Williams will have a new pride and joy to hug and call her own soon!" Belgium's Kim Clijsters came out of retirement at the age of 26 after ... (more...)
- April 25, 2017
With a baby on the way Serena is not expected to play in any more competitions this year, however many outlets are reporting that she is likely to return to tennis in 2018. "Obviously she has been very dominant and that's just testament to what an wonderful tennis player she is". US Open Tennis responded to Williams' message by saying: " Serena Williams will have a new pride and joy to hug and call her own soon!" Belgium's Kim Clijsters came out of retirement at the age of 26 after ... (more...)
Did Aaron Hernandez Kill Odin Lloyd to Cover Up His Bisexuality?
- April 25, 2017
Speculation surrounding the timing of Aaron Hernandez's prison suicide has become increasingly focused on his sexual orientation as a new report has emerged that appears to confirm Daily Mail's earlier report that Hernandez left a third suicide note to his prison boyfriend . (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Speculation surrounding the timing of Aaron Hernandez's prison suicide has become increasingly focused on his sexual orientation as a new report has emerged that appears to confirm Daily Mail's earlier report that Hernandez left a third suicide note to his prison boyfriend . (more...)
Barcelona beats Real Madrid in La Liga
- April 25, 2017
Messi would produce a 93rd-minute victor to put the blaugrana outfit ahead of their rivals on goal difference at the top of the table, although Madrid do have an extra game left to play. Casemiro scored first for the hosts before Messi and Ivan Rakitic put Barcelona in front. Messi's victor at the Bernabeu came after Sergio Roberto made a great run from Barcelona's defense, leading to Alba's low pass across the area as Messi came charging to one-touch the ball into the corner past the ... (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Messi would produce a 93rd-minute victor to put the blaugrana outfit ahead of their rivals on goal difference at the top of the table, although Madrid do have an extra game left to play. Casemiro scored first for the hosts before Messi and Ivan Rakitic put Barcelona in front. Messi's victor at the Bernabeu came after Sergio Roberto made a great run from Barcelona's defense, leading to Alba's low pass across the area as Messi came charging to one-touch the ball into the corner past the ... (more...)
LeBron and Cavaliers sweep away Pacers
- April 25, 2017
Against the Pacers in Game 4, and every other game in the series, the Cleveland Cavaliers never faltered when the game went down to the wire. Given his history with last-minute shots, the outcome may not have been any different. James finished with 33 points and 10 rebounds as he became the first player under the current playoff format to win 21 straight first-round games. Jimmy Butler carried the Bulls with 33 points and nine assists. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Against the Pacers in Game 4, and every other game in the series, the Cleveland Cavaliers never faltered when the game went down to the wire. Given his history with last-minute shots, the outcome may not have been any different. James finished with 33 points and 10 rebounds as he became the first player under the current playoff format to win 21 straight first-round games. Jimmy Butler carried the Bulls with 33 points and nine assists. (more...)
NBA Playoffs Round 1: Washington Wizards Best Atlanta Hawks 114-107
- April 25, 2017
The Atlanta people and the fans of Hawks can watch this game on FOX SPORTS SOUTHEAST, NBATV and Listen to WZGC-FM. From there, Atlanta got the stop it needed (even with an offensive rebound from the Wizards) but Kent Bazemore then turned the ball over and that hiccup was converted into a John Wall dunk to give the home team a 103-98 lead with 1:05 remaining. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
The Atlanta people and the fans of Hawks can watch this game on FOX SPORTS SOUTHEAST, NBATV and Listen to WZGC-FM. From there, Atlanta got the stop it needed (even with an offensive rebound from the Wizards) but Kent Bazemore then turned the ball over and that hiccup was converted into a John Wall dunk to give the home team a 103-98 lead with 1:05 remaining. (more...)
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