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True champion: Ronaldo helps Real Madrid make history
- June 04, 2017
Cristiano Ronaldo , the star of a star-studded Real Madrid team , earned his man of the match award in the Champions League Final on Saturday evening, scoring two goals to help his team claim their twelfth European Cup. "However, I remain proud of being part of this group". "You win the biggest prizes because of what you do at the end of the season". The goals also enabled Ronaldo to become the first player reach 100 Champions League goals. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Cristiano Ronaldo , the star of a star-studded Real Madrid team , earned his man of the match award in the Champions League Final on Saturday evening, scoring two goals to help his team claim their twelfth European Cup. "However, I remain proud of being part of this group". "You win the biggest prizes because of what you do at the end of the season". The goals also enabled Ronaldo to become the first player reach 100 Champions League goals. (more...)
Ernesto Valverde confirmed as new Barcelona boss
- June 04, 2017
Enrique's last game in control was Saturday's Copa del Rey final where they won 3-1 against Alaves. Valverde explained last week that, after four years in charge of Athletic, he had decided it was time for a change. Despite not being a household name outside of Spain, Valverde has a wealth of coaching experience having taken charge of over 500 games. The coach also coached Greek club, Olympiacos in two successful spells leading the Greek side to three league titles and two cups. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Enrique's last game in control was Saturday's Copa del Rey final where they won 3-1 against Alaves. Valverde explained last week that, after four years in charge of Athletic, he had decided it was time for a change. Despite not being a household name outside of Spain, Valverde has a wealth of coaching experience having taken charge of over 500 games. The coach also coached Greek club, Olympiacos in two successful spells leading the Greek side to three league titles and two cups. (more...)
By the numbers at the NBA Finals
- June 04, 2017
Each team is still stacked with numerous same great players from the last two seasons, but the Warriors have one big change from the last time these two teams met in the Finals: Kevin Durant . If the Warriors lose again, will Stephen Curry become know as a choker in the Finals? Now he comes into this series off a sizzling conference finals series , shooting 62 percent against Boston. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Each team is still stacked with numerous same great players from the last two seasons, but the Warriors have one big change from the last time these two teams met in the Finals: Kevin Durant . If the Warriors lose again, will Stephen Curry become know as a choker in the Finals? Now he comes into this series off a sizzling conference finals series , shooting 62 percent against Boston. (more...)
Saints GM: Fairley attending to medical matter
- June 04, 2017
Garafolo's report said the Saints are staying tight-lipped about Fairley's condition, and the extent of it, but most staffers know he's dealing with a medical condition. After a lackluster year in St. Louis with the Rams, Fairley landed a job with the Saints and found his rhythm in his sixth National Football League season. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Garafolo's report said the Saints are staying tight-lipped about Fairley's condition, and the extent of it, but most staffers know he's dealing with a medical condition. After a lackluster year in St. Louis with the Rams, Fairley landed a job with the Saints and found his rhythm in his sixth National Football League season. (more...)
Dufner has another 65 and opens big lead at Memorial
- June 04, 2017
American Dufner shot a second consecutive 65 to take the clubhouse lead at 14-under, five shots ahead of countryman Daniel Summerhays (69) at nine under. Neither won the tournament. Storms have been in the forecast for Sunday, though not early enough for the PGA Tour to move up the tee times. "Performing under the gun - it was really fun". (more...)
- June 04, 2017
American Dufner shot a second consecutive 65 to take the clubhouse lead at 14-under, five shots ahead of countryman Daniel Summerhays (69) at nine under. Neither won the tournament. Storms have been in the forecast for Sunday, though not early enough for the PGA Tour to move up the tee times. "Performing under the gun - it was really fun". (more...)
Rabada boost for South Africa ahead of ICC Champions Trophy
- June 04, 2017
It was the first time that 300 was successfully chased in the tournament history. The South African skipper said that although his side are brimming with confidence knowing that they are the No.1 ranked team, they need to work harder and take it one game at a time to clinch the title. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
It was the first time that 300 was successfully chased in the tournament history. The South African skipper said that although his side are brimming with confidence knowing that they are the No.1 ranked team, they need to work harder and take it one game at a time to clinch the title. (more...)
Senators take the champs to the final bell
- June 04, 2017
I was driving back talking to Dion (Phaneuf), and he was like, 'We're going to get this series .' And I was thinking the same thing. The Penguins were in the exact same position a year ago as they faced the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference final where they went on to win 2-1. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
I was driving back talking to Dion (Phaneuf), and he was like, 'We're going to get this series .' And I was thinking the same thing. The Penguins were in the exact same position a year ago as they faced the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference final where they went on to win 2-1. (more...)
CARDIFF (CNN) - No team collects European trophies as ruthlessly as Real Madrid
- June 04, 2017
Zinedine Zidane and his Merengues are trying to become the first side to retain the Champions League in its current format following Arrigo Sacchi's Milan in 1989-90. Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates with Real Madrid's Sergio Ramos, top, after scoring the opening goal during the Champions League final soccer match between Juventus and Real Madrid at the Millennium stadium in Card. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Zinedine Zidane and his Merengues are trying to become the first side to retain the Champions League in its current format following Arrigo Sacchi's Milan in 1989-90. Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates with Real Madrid's Sergio Ramos, top, after scoring the opening goal during the Champions League final soccer match between Juventus and Real Madrid at the Millennium stadium in Card. (more...)
Woakes out of Champions Trophy
- June 04, 2017
England was on the receiving end of the previous highest chase in trophy history, a loss in 2013 to Sri Lanka, which made 297-3. After the defeat against England , he would be more hungry for big runs and could be even more risky. Victory came at a price, though, for the bookies' title favorite. "A scan has confirmed that Chris Woakes sustained a left side strain in yesterday's ICC Champions Trophy match against Bangladesh ", said an England and Wales Cricket Board statement. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
England was on the receiving end of the previous highest chase in trophy history, a loss in 2013 to Sri Lanka, which made 297-3. After the defeat against England , he would be more hungry for big runs and could be even more risky. Victory came at a price, though, for the bookies' title favorite. "A scan has confirmed that Chris Woakes sustained a left side strain in yesterday's ICC Champions Trophy match against Bangladesh ", said an England and Wales Cricket Board statement. (more...)
Hammel solid as Royals hammer Carrasco, Indians 12-5
- June 04, 2017
Tomlin (3-7) gave up three runs and seven hits in 7 1/3 innings. Fact du jour: Cleveland's 2.17 bullpen ERA was the lowest in Major League Baseball entering Sunday. Clayton Kershaw (7-2) starts Friday's series opener for the Los Angeles Dodgers against Milwaukee, where he is 4-0 with a 1.41 ERA in five starts. Merrifield is 2-for-3 with a homer against Indians scheduled starter Carlos Carrasco , who has been rolling along at a pace that could make him a candidate for the All-Star Game. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Tomlin (3-7) gave up three runs and seven hits in 7 1/3 innings. Fact du jour: Cleveland's 2.17 bullpen ERA was the lowest in Major League Baseball entering Sunday. Clayton Kershaw (7-2) starts Friday's series opener for the Los Angeles Dodgers against Milwaukee, where he is 4-0 with a 1.41 ERA in five starts. Merrifield is 2-for-3 with a homer against Indians scheduled starter Carlos Carrasco , who has been rolling along at a pace that could make him a candidate for the All-Star Game. (more...)
John Terry Says He Doesn't Care About Criticism Of His Chelsea Send-Off
- June 04, 2017
The Chelsea captain was substituted in the 28th minute and was given a guard of honour by his team-mates as he left the pitch and handed the armband to Gary Cahill. His first departure came after Chelsea won the Champions League in 2012 with Drogba's penalty winning the trophy against Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
The Chelsea captain was substituted in the 28th minute and was given a guard of honour by his team-mates as he left the pitch and handed the armband to Gary Cahill. His first departure came after Chelsea won the Champions League in 2012 with Drogba's penalty winning the trophy against Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena. (more...)
Warriors vs. Cavs: Full 2017 NBA Finals Preview & Prediction
- June 04, 2017
Kyrie Irving misses a wild running shot. Jeff Van Gundy, perhaps getting ahead of himself, said the Warriors are capable of reaching 10 straight NBA Finals - and the rest of the Western Conference may want to close shop. "The whole underdog thing is amusing to me, because yeah, at the end of the day we are defending our title", Cavs forward Kevin Love said following Saturday's practice. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Kyrie Irving misses a wild running shot. Jeff Van Gundy, perhaps getting ahead of himself, said the Warriors are capable of reaching 10 straight NBA Finals - and the rest of the Western Conference may want to close shop. "The whole underdog thing is amusing to me, because yeah, at the end of the day we are defending our title", Cavs forward Kevin Love said following Saturday's practice. (more...)
Antoine Griezmann commits future to Atletico Madrid
- June 04, 2017
But Griezmann, who recently said that his chances of a Manchester United transfer were a "six out of 10," has appeared to have a change in tune. Manchester United's Europa League win over Ajax will give the Belgian striker the chance to play Champions League football next season, something Koeman can not offer. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
But Griezmann, who recently said that his chances of a Manchester United transfer were a "six out of 10," has appeared to have a change in tune. Manchester United's Europa League win over Ajax will give the Belgian striker the chance to play Champions League football next season, something Koeman can not offer. (more...)
Timea Bacsinszky ends Venus Williams's run at 2017 French Open
- June 04, 2017
Speaking at a TED conference a week later, Williams said she had been keeping a weekly diary of her pregnancy and had accidentally posted the shot online. The 35-year-old athlete set the record straight at Venus seemingly revealed that she was expecting a baby girl. Earlier this week in Paris, Venus had talked about her anticipation of becoming an aunt. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Speaking at a TED conference a week later, Williams said she had been keeping a weekly diary of her pregnancy and had accidentally posted the shot online. The 35-year-old athlete set the record straight at Venus seemingly revealed that she was expecting a baby girl. Earlier this week in Paris, Venus had talked about her anticipation of becoming an aunt. (more...)
Huddersfield Town hold Premier League promotion parade
- June 04, 2017
Huddersfield recorded two victories over Leeds over the course of the season, with February's triumph sparking a mass touchline brawl between managers, David Wagner and Garry Monk. "For sure we will be the biggest underdog next year, but that could also be our biggest strength and we can draw on that". "I think the manager did it flawless the whole season". (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Huddersfield recorded two victories over Leeds over the course of the season, with February's triumph sparking a mass touchline brawl between managers, David Wagner and Garry Monk. "For sure we will be the biggest underdog next year, but that could also be our biggest strength and we can draw on that". "I think the manager did it flawless the whole season". (more...)
Marlins' Volquez paints a masterpiece
- June 04, 2017
The no-hitter was the Marlins' first since Henderson Alvarez was on the mound for a 1-0 victory over the Detroit Tigers on September 29, 2013. Volquez (2-7) struck out 10 and walked two in a no-hitter against the Diamondbacks on Saturday. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
The no-hitter was the Marlins' first since Henderson Alvarez was on the mound for a 1-0 victory over the Detroit Tigers on September 29, 2013. Volquez (2-7) struck out 10 and walked two in a no-hitter against the Diamondbacks on Saturday. (more...)
LeBron James embarrassed on defense by Steph Curry, Kevin Durant
- June 04, 2017
Volquez no-hits the DiamondbacksVolquez honors Ventura with no-hitterCrasnick: Volquez thro. He also denied an interaction with singer Rihanna , who is a well-known LeBron fan, that played out on social media. "Trash. Trash", is how Thompson defined his Game 1 . We came for the three peat epic face off between LeBron James and Steph Curry in this championship rematch, but stayed for the unexpected beef between Kevin Durant and Rihanna . (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Volquez no-hits the DiamondbacksVolquez honors Ventura with no-hitterCrasnick: Volquez thro. He also denied an interaction with singer Rihanna , who is a well-known LeBron fan, that played out on social media. "Trash. Trash", is how Thompson defined his Game 1 . We came for the three peat epic face off between LeBron James and Steph Curry in this championship rematch, but stayed for the unexpected beef between Kevin Durant and Rihanna . (more...)
ISPR releases video clip showing destruction of Indian posts on LoC
- June 04, 2017
Pakistan Army spokesman Major General Asif Ghafoor posted the video on twitter in the wee hours Sunday. The cross border firing by the Indian troops have become a routine matter now for quite some time which have also resulted in civilians casualties. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Pakistan Army spokesman Major General Asif Ghafoor posted the video on twitter in the wee hours Sunday. The cross border firing by the Indian troops have become a routine matter now for quite some time which have also resulted in civilians casualties. (more...)
Carpenter, Wainwright lead Cards past Giants 8-3 to end skid
- June 04, 2017
In upping his record to 4-3, Wainwright walked three and fanned five, showcasing more swing-and-miss stuff than he has in nearly every other start this year. One out later, Dexter Fowler scored Grichuk from third with a sacrifice fly for a four-spot that shaped the game's outcome. "He used everything, changeup was good and breaking ball was good". (more...)
- June 04, 2017
In upping his record to 4-3, Wainwright walked three and fanned five, showcasing more swing-and-miss stuff than he has in nearly every other start this year. One out later, Dexter Fowler scored Grichuk from third with a sacrifice fly for a four-spot that shaped the game's outcome. "He used everything, changeup was good and breaking ball was good". (more...)
PCB chief Shaharyar meets Pakistan players for pep talk
- June 04, 2017
The Pakistan skipper also stated that they have told his players not to get affected by the hype and the buzz surrounding the India Pakistan game, but to focus on their strengths. Pakistan's Coach Mickey Arthur has announced a 12-member squad ahead of the team's clash against India . The coach and captain hinted that chaos in the Indian camp could be detrimental to India's success. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
The Pakistan skipper also stated that they have told his players not to get affected by the hype and the buzz surrounding the India Pakistan game, but to focus on their strengths. Pakistan's Coach Mickey Arthur has announced a 12-member squad ahead of the team's clash against India . The coach and captain hinted that chaos in the Indian camp could be detrimental to India's success. (more...)
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