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United in Europa League final
- May 12, 2017
Weeks after he passed that comment, the former Manchester City striker missed an open goal from eight yards out to give Manchester United a pass to the Europa League final. "I'm really pleased for them because 14 matches and we are in the final". United snatched the lead through Marouane Fellaini's first half header, but Roncaglia equalised and, after Celta nearly won it late on, Mourinho conceded his team once again lacked a cutting edge. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Weeks after he passed that comment, the former Manchester City striker missed an open goal from eight yards out to give Manchester United a pass to the Europa League final. "I'm really pleased for them because 14 matches and we are in the final". United snatched the lead through Marouane Fellaini's first half header, but Roncaglia equalised and, after Celta nearly won it late on, Mourinho conceded his team once again lacked a cutting edge. (more...)
Spurs roll over Rockets, into conference finals
- May 12, 2017
Plus, I'd like to see the Warriors get pushed in the West final so they're softened up a little bit more when they face a well-rested Cleveland team in the NBA Finals . The Spurs finished with their most dominating quarter of the playoffs, outscoring the Rockets , 27-11, to complete the blowout. Leonard still led the Spurs with 22 points and 15 rebounds. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Plus, I'd like to see the Warriors get pushed in the West final so they're softened up a little bit more when they face a well-rested Cleveland team in the NBA Finals . The Spurs finished with their most dominating quarter of the playoffs, outscoring the Rockets , 27-11, to complete the blowout. Leonard still led the Spurs with 22 points and 15 rebounds. (more...)
Jose Mourinho concerned over losing Eric Bailly for Europa League final
- May 12, 2017
I don't care. For a club like Manchester United , winning the League Cup and the Europa League with the teams that are in it, you'd expect them to do that. And when asked 'here?' he replied: "Of course". But when I analyse my work, I analyse it in the globality because better than anyone, I know what I did. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
I don't care. For a club like Manchester United , winning the League Cup and the Europa League with the teams that are in it, you'd expect them to do that. And when asked 'here?' he replied: "Of course". But when I analyse my work, I analyse it in the globality because better than anyone, I know what I did. (more...)
NBA Playoff Odds Boston Celtics at Chicago Bulls
- May 12, 2017
Thomas and Avery Bradley paced the Celtics with 24 points each, while Al Horford tallied 21 points, seven rebounds, and nine assists. "Jimmy Butler's a hard guy to guard". Dennis Schroder led the Hawks with 29 points, including a career-high five made 3's and cut the lead to two with a little over a minute remaining but Wall responded with a jumper on the following possession to essentially ice the game. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Thomas and Avery Bradley paced the Celtics with 24 points each, while Al Horford tallied 21 points, seven rebounds, and nine assists. "Jimmy Butler's a hard guy to guard". Dennis Schroder led the Hawks with 29 points, including a career-high five made 3's and cut the lead to two with a little over a minute remaining but Wall responded with a jumper on the following possession to essentially ice the game. (more...)
Capitals' Game 6 win makes you wonder what Penguins have left
- May 12, 2017
In advance of the Penguins' Game 7 Wednesday against the Capitals in the Eastern Conference semifinals, the players have shared those experiences with each other. "Motor incoordination/balance problems", in which the spotter must identify the player stumbling or staggering or having trouble skating. Because of those guidelines, and because the Penguins' doctors deemed it unnecessary, Crosby was not evaluated for a concussion . (more...)
- May 12, 2017
In advance of the Penguins' Game 7 Wednesday against the Capitals in the Eastern Conference semifinals, the players have shared those experiences with each other. "Motor incoordination/balance problems", in which the spotter must identify the player stumbling or staggering or having trouble skating. Because of those guidelines, and because the Penguins' doctors deemed it unnecessary, Crosby was not evaluated for a concussion . (more...)
Home Court Mastery of Celtics Over Wizards by Winning all Nine Games
- May 12, 2017
Isaiah Thomas & Co. will get the opportunity to close out the Wizards on the road during Friday's Game 6. The Celtics were able to take back their lead in the series Thursday night. You just have to be prepared. Still, he chose to accentuate the positive. It's just not quite clear how related these two facts are - so bear with us as we dive in. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Isaiah Thomas & Co. will get the opportunity to close out the Wizards on the road during Friday's Game 6. The Celtics were able to take back their lead in the series Thursday night. You just have to be prepared. Still, he chose to accentuate the positive. It's just not quite clear how related these two facts are - so bear with us as we dive in. (more...)
Isco's away goal hands CL final berth to Real Madrid
- May 12, 2017
Before the game, Atletico fans displayed huge banners that read, "proud not to be like you", a response to Madrid's message before the first leg. Zinedine Zidane insists he will have no divided loyalties after leading Real Madrid to a second consecutive Champions League final where they will meet his old club Juventus on 3 June. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Before the game, Atletico fans displayed huge banners that read, "proud not to be like you", a response to Madrid's message before the first leg. Zinedine Zidane insists he will have no divided loyalties after leading Real Madrid to a second consecutive Champions League final where they will meet his old club Juventus on 3 June. (more...)
Venezuelan military court orders detention of at least 50 civilians
- May 12, 2017
Protests have raged for weeks, with people taking to the streets to demonstrate against president Nicolás Maduro and his government. The latest violence comes after the death of a motorcyclist who was shot in the head in Caracas. The government of Maduro, who has declared the opposition movement to be a violent USA coup attempt, has arrested more than 1,300 people during the unrest, not counting 250 civilians sent before military tribunals. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Protests have raged for weeks, with people taking to the streets to demonstrate against president Nicolás Maduro and his government. The latest violence comes after the death of a motorcyclist who was shot in the head in Caracas. The government of Maduro, who has declared the opposition movement to be a violent USA coup attempt, has arrested more than 1,300 people during the unrest, not counting 250 civilians sent before military tribunals. (more...)
Cristiano Ronaldo hat trick carries Real Madrid in semifinal first leg
- May 12, 2017
Chances were few and far between, but Ronaldo scored his second of the night after a pass from Karim Benzema with 17 minutes remaining. "Cristiano is a goalscorer". Atletico are very good, but we must be careful on Wednesday". Cristiano Ronaldo has already reached a century of Champions League goals this season, and the 32-year-old is showing no signs of slowing the pace. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Chances were few and far between, but Ronaldo scored his second of the night after a pass from Karim Benzema with 17 minutes remaining. "Cristiano is a goalscorer". Atletico are very good, but we must be careful on Wednesday". Cristiano Ronaldo has already reached a century of Champions League goals this season, and the 32-year-old is showing no signs of slowing the pace. (more...)
Lawyer still doubts that Hernandez killed self
- May 12, 2017
The 2013 guilty verdict rendered against Aaron Hernandez , the former New England Patriots star and convicted murderer who committed suicide in his prison cell last month, has been thrown out by a MA judge. "I know you are looking for me to be angry but I am not. And that's the victory that I have (that) I'm going to take with me". Prosecutors argued that Hernandez's suicide was a calculated move. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
The 2013 guilty verdict rendered against Aaron Hernandez , the former New England Patriots star and convicted murderer who committed suicide in his prison cell last month, has been thrown out by a MA judge. "I know you are looking for me to be angry but I am not. And that's the victory that I have (that) I'm going to take with me". Prosecutors argued that Hernandez's suicide was a calculated move. (more...)
Avery Bradley's defense has been key ingredient for Celtics
- May 12, 2017
After four games, the Eastern Conference semifinal matchup between the Celtics and Wizards is exactly back where it began. "We had no answer for those guys". It was obvious he would have at least two defenders on him, even when he didn't have the ball in his hands, so Thomas set that facilitator tone early. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
After four games, the Eastern Conference semifinal matchup between the Celtics and Wizards is exactly back where it began. "We had no answer for those guys". It was obvious he would have at least two defenders on him, even when he didn't have the ball in his hands, so Thomas set that facilitator tone early. (more...)
Spurs duo Pochettino, Son scoop monthly Premier League awards
- May 12, 2017
Paul Mariner and Alexis Nunes go head-to-head in predictor as the Premier League approaches the final turn. He is generally effective when he gets on the pitch, though, scoring 12 goals and registering four assists in the top flight. Son was delighted to pick up the trophy again, but is not resting on his laurels and hopes to continue to progress at Tottenham having netted 12 times in the league already this season. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Paul Mariner and Alexis Nunes go head-to-head in predictor as the Premier League approaches the final turn. He is generally effective when he gets on the pitch, though, scoring 12 goals and registering four assists in the top flight. Son was delighted to pick up the trophy again, but is not resting on his laurels and hopes to continue to progress at Tottenham having netted 12 times in the league already this season. (more...)
Browns can control 2018 draft with 5 of first 64 picks
- May 12, 2017
Here is a look at some of the draft's winners and losers. Outside of Johnson, the most controversial pick of the draft for the Browns was the selection of Brantley, who was recently involved in an altercation with a women, whom he reportedly knocked out and caused dental damage. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Here is a look at some of the draft's winners and losers. Outside of Johnson, the most controversial pick of the draft for the Browns was the selection of Brantley, who was recently involved in an altercation with a women, whom he reportedly knocked out and caused dental damage. (more...)
Fellow WTA Campaigner Wants Maria Sharapova Banned for Life for Cheating
- May 12, 2017
The former Grand Slam champion has been handed wildcards for tournaments in Madrid and Rome and will learn next month whether she'll be given a wildcard to play at the French Open which starts on 22 May. Wednesday's match was Sharapova's first since her quarter-final defeat to World number one Serena Williams at the 2016 Australian Open, where she was tested positive for banned substance Meldonium. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
The former Grand Slam champion has been handed wildcards for tournaments in Madrid and Rome and will learn next month whether she'll be given a wildcard to play at the French Open which starts on 22 May. Wednesday's match was Sharapova's first since her quarter-final defeat to World number one Serena Williams at the 2016 Australian Open, where she was tested positive for banned substance Meldonium. (more...)
John Wall mystifies Celtics on this delicious dime
- May 12, 2017
The Washington Wizards have had one of the best starting lineups in the National Basketball Association this season and that has remained true throughout these playoffs, even as they take on the top-seeded Boston Celtics. Being a shot away from splitting in Boston gives the Wizards confidence they can win there. "It's just been a lot of hard fouls that you're used to seeing back in the old days' playoffs", Wall said. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
The Washington Wizards have had one of the best starting lineups in the National Basketball Association this season and that has remained true throughout these playoffs, even as they take on the top-seeded Boston Celtics. Being a shot away from splitting in Boston gives the Wizards confidence they can win there. "It's just been a lot of hard fouls that you're used to seeing back in the old days' playoffs", Wall said. (more...)
Spurs rout James Harden, Rockets 114-75 to win series
- May 12, 2017
James Harden had 33, 10 rebounds and 10 assists in the game, but struggled in the fourth and was just 4-of-15 from 3-point land with nine turnovers. With Leonard sidelined, Jonathon Simmons (12 points, 3 steals in Game 5 ) will get the start in Game 6 . (more...)
- May 12, 2017
James Harden had 33, 10 rebounds and 10 assists in the game, but struggled in the fourth and was just 4-of-15 from 3-point land with nine turnovers. With Leonard sidelined, Jonathon Simmons (12 points, 3 steals in Game 5 ) will get the start in Game 6 . (more...)
Chelsea's Premier League Win Bonus Has Been Revealed
- May 12, 2017
Next it's West Brom and we have to try to win the league on Friday. Indeed, Chelsea must beat Tony Pulis' side to win the title and close the door on challengers Tottenham. 'But it's important also in this moment to enjoy. Massimiliano Allegri has been tipped by Dimitar Berbatov to eventually succeed Antonio Conte at Chelsea like he did at Juventus. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Next it's West Brom and we have to try to win the league on Friday. Indeed, Chelsea must beat Tony Pulis' side to win the title and close the door on challengers Tottenham. 'But it's important also in this moment to enjoy. Massimiliano Allegri has been tipped by Dimitar Berbatov to eventually succeed Antonio Conte at Chelsea like he did at Juventus. (more...)
Red Sox Fan Who Yelled Racial Slur Ejected, Banned From Fenway Park
- May 12, 2017
The Boston Red Sox said Wednesday it ejected and banned a fan from Fenway Park that security said used a racial slur. The organization issued a lifetime ban to a fan for using a slur while speaking to another fan attending a game Tuesday night with members of his interracial family. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
The Boston Red Sox said Wednesday it ejected and banned a fan from Fenway Park that security said used a racial slur. The organization issued a lifetime ban to a fan for using a slur while speaking to another fan attending a game Tuesday night with members of his interracial family. (more...)
Transition-oriented Wizards getting physical in postseason
- May 12, 2017
Green continued, " Kelly Olynyk is a dirty player, man. Olynyk caught him [Oubre] in the face and the neck with a couple of elbows". " Kelly Olynyk is a dirty player, man", Green said. Coach Scott Brooks and Oubre's teammates acknowledged that was over the line and hope the young swingman will learn from his actions. "They're definitely going to let him have it". (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Green continued, " Kelly Olynyk is a dirty player, man. Olynyk caught him [Oubre] in the face and the neck with a couple of elbows". " Kelly Olynyk is a dirty player, man", Green said. Coach Scott Brooks and Oubre's teammates acknowledged that was over the line and hope the young swingman will learn from his actions. "They're definitely going to let him have it". (more...)
Why Everton must beat Arsenal and Tottenham to Leicester's Riyad Mahrez
- May 12, 2017
One player who has mirrored Leicester's fortunes in the last two seasons is Riyad Mahrez . However this would not be too much of a loss for Tottenham - they might not have a player quite like Mahrez, but the squad is already brimming with talent and, perhaps more importantly, goals. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
One player who has mirrored Leicester's fortunes in the last two seasons is Riyad Mahrez . However this would not be too much of a loss for Tottenham - they might not have a player quite like Mahrez, but the squad is already brimming with talent and, perhaps more importantly, goals. (more...)
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