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3-way race for final Champions League places in EPL
- May 17, 2017
I'm happy it's in our hands to finish third. Manager Tony Pulis said: "The lads have got two days off now, they need that to clear their minds". "I remember at that time [Sir Alex] Ferguson and the 'noisy neighbours, ' and this is something that I have been since that time!" But rock-bottom Sunderland twice threatened on the counter-attack, with Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech obliged to save from Didier Ndong and Jermain Defoe. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
I'm happy it's in our hands to finish third. Manager Tony Pulis said: "The lads have got two days off now, they need that to clear their minds". "I remember at that time [Sir Alex] Ferguson and the 'noisy neighbours, ' and this is something that I have been since that time!" But rock-bottom Sunderland twice threatened on the counter-attack, with Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech obliged to save from Didier Ndong and Jermain Defoe. (more...)
Dana White destroys Luke Rockhold for recent matchmaking criticism
- May 17, 2017
Tell me how did [St-Pierre] earn a middleweight title shot? We've yet to been informed on why the bout was cancelled, but this at least gives the UFC the opportunity to move forth with its middleweight division without intrusion from a super/circus fight. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Tell me how did [St-Pierre] earn a middleweight title shot? We've yet to been informed on why the bout was cancelled, but this at least gives the UFC the opportunity to move forth with its middleweight division without intrusion from a super/circus fight. (more...)
Arsenal keeps Champions League qualification hopes alive
- May 17, 2017
We set up to try and make it difficult for Arsenal and for long periods we did do but not only that but we created opportunities and the players worked really hard. As one West Ham wag said on Twitter, if Arsenal needed to rely on the Irons to help them achieve their Champions League ambitions then they didn't deserve to qualify anyway. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
We set up to try and make it difficult for Arsenal and for long periods we did do but not only that but we created opportunities and the players worked really hard. As one West Ham wag said on Twitter, if Arsenal needed to rely on the Irons to help them achieve their Champions League ambitions then they didn't deserve to qualify anyway. (more...)
Family say Man Utd target James needs to leave Real Madrid
- May 17, 2017
Old Trafford boss Jose Mourinho has also been linked with a summer move for prolific Borussia Dortmund striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. While United are expected to spend heavily at the end of the season, no moves are due to be finalised until their Champions League fate becomes clear following next Wednesday's Europa League final against Ajax in Stockholm. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Old Trafford boss Jose Mourinho has also been linked with a summer move for prolific Borussia Dortmund striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. While United are expected to spend heavily at the end of the season, no moves are due to be finalised until their Champions League fate becomes clear following next Wednesday's Europa League final against Ajax in Stockholm. (more...)
Ryan Johansen says Ryan Kesler 'doesn't do anything that makes sense'
- May 17, 2017
The run marks the 15th instance in National Hockey League history of a team winning at least 10 consecutive home playoff games; Nashville is the 10th team to accomplish the feat in the NHL's era (since 1967-68). Here is NHL.com staff writer Tim Campbell's story on Gibson. Maybe you've already figured this one out but a major theme has emerged from the Stanley Cup Playoffs: Don't change the channel. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
The run marks the 15th instance in National Hockey League history of a team winning at least 10 consecutive home playoff games; Nashville is the 10th team to accomplish the feat in the NHL's era (since 1967-68). Here is NHL.com staff writer Tim Campbell's story on Gibson. Maybe you've already figured this one out but a major theme has emerged from the Stanley Cup Playoffs: Don't change the channel. (more...)
Drunken driving suspect had lizard in bra
- May 17, 2017
When police arrived at the scene Rebello-McCarthy was laughing and asked the officers, in slurred words, to call a tow truck so they could be on their way, police said. Officers found under her shirt. Amy Rebello-McCarthy, 39, of Newton, Mass., was arrested Monday afternoon in Taunton after a spree of wild driving. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
When police arrived at the scene Rebello-McCarthy was laughing and asked the officers, in slurred words, to call a tow truck so they could be on their way, police said. Officers found under her shirt. Amy Rebello-McCarthy, 39, of Newton, Mass., was arrested Monday afternoon in Taunton after a spree of wild driving. (more...)
Dirk Kuyt retires after winning Dutch league with Feyenoord
- May 17, 2017
In a career spanning 19 seasons Kuyt also played 104 internationals for the Netherlands, including the World Cup final in 2010, when the Netherlands lost to Spain in extra time. "We are incredibly grateful to Dirk for what he has done for Feyenoord these past two years", said Van Geel. "We are therefore very pleased that we can keep someone with his experience and attitude at the club". (more...)
- May 17, 2017
In a career spanning 19 seasons Kuyt also played 104 internationals for the Netherlands, including the World Cup final in 2010, when the Netherlands lost to Spain in extra time. "We are incredibly grateful to Dirk for what he has done for Feyenoord these past two years", said Van Geel. "We are therefore very pleased that we can keep someone with his experience and attitude at the club". (more...)
Chelsea 'hungry' to win UCL - Courtois
- May 17, 2017
To find the right solution quickly wasn't easy and for this I want to say thanks to my players because they trust in a new work and new philosophy. Though Chelsea will undoubtedly be able to attract some of the biggest stars in world football, their struggles may come through keeping hold of the likes of Diego Costa, Thibaut Courtois and Eden Hazard. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
To find the right solution quickly wasn't easy and for this I want to say thanks to my players because they trust in a new work and new philosophy. Though Chelsea will undoubtedly be able to attract some of the biggest stars in world football, their struggles may come through keeping hold of the likes of Diego Costa, Thibaut Courtois and Eden Hazard. (more...)
Chargers release guard Orlando Franklin after two seasons
- May 17, 2017
There's a long way to go between now and the Week 1 opener in Denver, but by releasing two veterans in the span of two months, the Chargers have opened a path for offensive guards Forrest Lamp and Dan Feeney , who were selected in the second and third rounds of the 2017 National Football League draft, respectively. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
There's a long way to go between now and the Week 1 opener in Denver, but by releasing two veterans in the span of two months, the Chargers have opened a path for offensive guards Forrest Lamp and Dan Feeney , who were selected in the second and third rounds of the 2017 National Football League draft, respectively. (more...)
Golden State Warriors vs. San Antonio Spurs Game 2
- May 17, 2017
Live music outside #Oracle . Curry scored 40 points and hit a tying 3-pointer with 1:48 remaining, and the Warriors rallied from way behind after Kawhi Leonard was lost to an ankle injury to beat the San Antonio Spurs 113-111 on Sunday in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Live music outside #Oracle . Curry scored 40 points and hit a tying 3-pointer with 1:48 remaining, and the Warriors rallied from way behind after Kawhi Leonard was lost to an ankle injury to beat the San Antonio Spurs 113-111 on Sunday in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals. (more...)
Prince Philip wished a 'happy retirement' by Jewish leaders
- May 17, 2017
In fact, his age turned out to be the subject of the staff meeting; shortly after the gathering, Buckingham Palace released a statement announcing that Philip will retire from public duties this fall. Thereafter, the Duke will not accept any new invitations for visits or engagements, although he may still choose to attend certain public events from time to time, "the statement said". (more...)
- May 17, 2017
In fact, his age turned out to be the subject of the staff meeting; shortly after the gathering, Buckingham Palace released a statement announcing that Philip will retire from public duties this fall. Thereafter, the Duke will not accept any new invitations for visits or engagements, although he may still choose to attend certain public events from time to time, "the statement said". (more...)
Manchester United's 'crazy' schedule taking its toll on Jose Mourinho's players
- May 17, 2017
United head to St Mary's to fulfill their penultimate fixture in the Premier League at a time, when all thoughts are directed towards next Wednesday's Europa League final. That means that - barring injury - De Gea will not feature for United again this season. "So this is a period in one week when I have to give one day off and now I give a day off to (Antonio) Valencia (against Tottenham)". (more...)
- May 17, 2017
United head to St Mary's to fulfill their penultimate fixture in the Premier League at a time, when all thoughts are directed towards next Wednesday's Europa League final. That means that - barring injury - De Gea will not feature for United again this season. "So this is a period in one week when I have to give one day off and now I give a day off to (Antonio) Valencia (against Tottenham)". (more...)
Ricky Stenhouse Jr For The Win at Talladega!
- May 17, 2017
Brad Keselowski was the race leader at the end of the first 55-lap stage of the race, while pole-sitter Stenhouse ran second. Sure, Stenhouse's victory will be memorable because it was his first, but Allmendinger landing upside down on Sunday might be the lasting image for fans. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Brad Keselowski was the race leader at the end of the first 55-lap stage of the race, while pole-sitter Stenhouse ran second. Sure, Stenhouse's victory will be memorable because it was his first, but Allmendinger landing upside down on Sunday might be the lasting image for fans. (more...)
Man United not in Europa final yet - Blind
- May 17, 2017
With six minutes of the first half remaining, Rashford teed up Lingard in the penalty area, but the England global could only direct his strike at Celta's in-form goalkeeper. The first was a spectacular one-handed dive to stop a curling shot from Rashford from going into the top corner in the 20th. Alvarez came to Celta's rescue once again in the 35th minute as he produced a good save to deny Henrikh Mkhitaryan in a one-on-one situation. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
With six minutes of the first half remaining, Rashford teed up Lingard in the penalty area, but the England global could only direct his strike at Celta's in-form goalkeeper. The first was a spectacular one-handed dive to stop a curling shot from Rashford from going into the top corner in the 20th. Alvarez came to Celta's rescue once again in the 35th minute as he produced a good save to deny Henrikh Mkhitaryan in a one-on-one situation. (more...)
Zuccarello leads Rangers over Senators in Game 3
- May 17, 2017
During Wednesday's off day, Boucher spoke about the need to play tighter defensively in the neutral zone and in their end of the ice. "We'll take it obviously". The home team has controlled this whole series and has won the last six games between these two teams overall. The Pittsburgh Penguins found a way to survive without injured star Sidney Crosby. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
During Wednesday's off day, Boucher spoke about the need to play tighter defensively in the neutral zone and in their end of the ice. "We'll take it obviously". The home team has controlled this whole series and has won the last six games between these two teams overall. The Pittsburgh Penguins found a way to survive without injured star Sidney Crosby. (more...)
Chelsea hopeful of sealing title at West Brom - Courtois
- May 17, 2017
Scoring goals wins football matches and we haven't done that enough this season. But we need to take another step and only then to celebrate. "We knew what we had to do, it was a tough game with the pressure - positive pressure - but winning a title is not easy", Fabregas added. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Scoring goals wins football matches and we haven't done that enough this season. But we need to take another step and only then to celebrate. "We knew what we had to do, it was a tough game with the pressure - positive pressure - but winning a title is not easy", Fabregas added. (more...)
Keane set to return to United in £25m deal
- May 17, 2017
Manchester United included a clause in Keane's deal to Burnley that entitles them to 25% of any sell on fee, meaning United could earn around £6m from their own signing, putting them in pole position to secure the signature of the England defender. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Manchester United included a clause in Keane's deal to Burnley that entitles them to 25% of any sell on fee, meaning United could earn around £6m from their own signing, putting them in pole position to secure the signature of the England defender. (more...)
Big man leads Celtics to big win in series decider
- May 17, 2017
Marcus Smart, Amir Johnson and Olynyk all were whistled for three fouls in the opening 24 minutes, though Smart did inject some life into a second unit that outscored their Wizards' counterparts 19-5. I love LeBron as much as everyone else, but there will be some regression against Boston . They will host Game 1 against the defending National Basketball Association champion Cleveland Cavaliers tomorrow night. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Marcus Smart, Amir Johnson and Olynyk all were whistled for three fouls in the opening 24 minutes, though Smart did inject some life into a second unit that outscored their Wizards' counterparts 19-5. I love LeBron as much as everyone else, but there will be some regression against Boston . They will host Game 1 against the defending National Basketball Association champion Cleveland Cavaliers tomorrow night. (more...)
Tottenham failed to seize 'key moment' at West Ham, says Mauricio Pochettino
- May 17, 2017
Tottenham were beaten 1-0 by West Ham last Friday to keep Chelsea's four point lead at the top of the Premier League. Tottenham are now four points behind Antonio Conte's side, who have a game in hand over Spurs against Middlesbrough on Monday night. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Tottenham were beaten 1-0 by West Ham last Friday to keep Chelsea's four point lead at the top of the Premier League. Tottenham are now four points behind Antonio Conte's side, who have a game in hand over Spurs against Middlesbrough on Monday night. (more...)
Vikings To Sign Former Cardinals Receiver, St. Paul Native Michael Floyd
- May 17, 2017
Floyd is serving a 120-day jail sentence (including 96 days on house arrest) until June 17, meaning he can't leave Arizona - where the arrest happened during his time with the Cardinals - until after the conclusion of the Vikings' mandatory minicamp. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Floyd is serving a 120-day jail sentence (including 96 days on house arrest) until June 17, meaning he can't leave Arizona - where the arrest happened during his time with the Cardinals - until after the conclusion of the Vikings' mandatory minicamp. (more...)
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