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Liverpool willing to take the same risk as last season
- August 11, 2017
Progress is looking likely to be made in the pursuit of a certain centre-back after a transfer request but what happened to the chase for a central midfielder? Philippe Coutinho is one of the key players for Liverpool and would be very vital if they are to compete this season. (more...)
- August 11, 2017
Progress is looking likely to be made in the pursuit of a certain centre-back after a transfer request but what happened to the chase for a central midfielder? Philippe Coutinho is one of the key players for Liverpool and would be very vital if they are to compete this season. (more...)
Instant analysis: Vikings beat Bills in preseason opener, but it wasn't pretty
- August 11, 2017
Buffalo Bills' rookie quarterback Nathan Peterman capped off a strong first drive with the first touchdown pass of his career, a one-yard lob to wide receiver Dez Lewis. In the battle to be Minnesota's kickoff returner, rookie Rodney Adams got all three attempts Thursday and averaged 21.7 yards. In his first action with the Vikings, Case Keenum threw for 121 passing yards on 11-of-16 passing and had a passer rating of 90.9. (more...)
- August 11, 2017
Buffalo Bills' rookie quarterback Nathan Peterman capped off a strong first drive with the first touchdown pass of his career, a one-yard lob to wide receiver Dez Lewis. In the battle to be Minnesota's kickoff returner, rookie Rodney Adams got all three attempts Thursday and averaged 21.7 yards. In his first action with the Vikings, Case Keenum threw for 121 passing yards on 11-of-16 passing and had a passer rating of 90.9. (more...)
Canadian teenager Shapovalov stuns Nadal in Montreal
- August 11, 2017
Shapovalov then earned the golden opportunity to serve out the match when he broke serve in the eleventh game, but del Potro was determined to send the match into a deciding set after some nerves got to the Canadian. It was his second meeting with Federer . In other games, the sixth seeded Milos Raonic was sent out early as the Canadian lost 6-4, 6-4 to Adrian Mannarino. (more...)
- August 11, 2017
Shapovalov then earned the golden opportunity to serve out the match when he broke serve in the eleventh game, but del Potro was determined to send the match into a deciding set after some nerves got to the Canadian. It was his second meeting with Federer . In other games, the sixth seeded Milos Raonic was sent out early as the Canadian lost 6-4, 6-4 to Adrian Mannarino. (more...)
Packers vs. Eagles: 5 things to watch during Green Bay's preseason opener
- August 11, 2017
Hundley found Jeff Janis for a 20-yard TD, and after McGloin's INT, Mason Crosby kicked a 39-yard field goal to give the Packers a 17-6 lead at the break. The Packers rookies want to have an ideal first game in an environment like Lambeau Field - to impress the coaching staff. The team later announced that Dupre had movement and feeling in all his extremities and was transported to a local hospital for observation. (more...)
- August 11, 2017
Hundley found Jeff Janis for a 20-yard TD, and after McGloin's INT, Mason Crosby kicked a 39-yard field goal to give the Packers a 17-6 lead at the break. The Packers rookies want to have an ideal first game in an environment like Lambeau Field - to impress the coaching staff. The team later announced that Dupre had movement and feeling in all his extremities and was transported to a local hospital for observation. (more...)
Saints fall at Cleveland, preseason losing streak reaches double digits
- August 11, 2017
The New Orleans Saints open their 2017 preseason against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on Thursday night, August 10 at 7:00 p.m. CST. Note that Adrian Peterson , as excited as Who Dat Nation is to finally get a look at him, will most likely not play in the preseason opener if at all during the preseason. (more...)
- August 11, 2017
The New Orleans Saints open their 2017 preseason against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on Thursday night, August 10 at 7:00 p.m. CST. Note that Adrian Peterson , as excited as Who Dat Nation is to finally get a look at him, will most likely not play in the preseason opener if at all during the preseason. (more...)
Asia Stocks Snap Back Into the Red on Simmering North Korea Tensions
- August 11, 2017
Pacific territory of Guam. Despite its recent weakening, the New Zealand dollar is still up more than 5 percent this year, setting a 26-month high of $0.7557 in July. The euro edged down 0.2 percent to $1.1726. The Australian dollar, which rose to a 19-month high near 90.00 yen late in July, was down 0.7 percent at 86.68 yen after slipping to a one-month low of 86.23 yen. (more...)
- August 11, 2017
Pacific territory of Guam. Despite its recent weakening, the New Zealand dollar is still up more than 5 percent this year, setting a 26-month high of $0.7557 in July. The euro edged down 0.2 percent to $1.1726. The Australian dollar, which rose to a 19-month high near 90.00 yen late in July, was down 0.7 percent at 86.68 yen after slipping to a one-month low of 86.23 yen. (more...)
Jamie Carragher delivers shock verdict on Antonio Conte future at Chelsea
- August 11, 2017
Sane, who cost City a reported fee that could rise to £46.5million, scored five goals in the Premier League as City ended Pep Guardiola's first season in charge without a trophy. Eden Hazard is still recovering from a broken ankle, Michy Batshuayi barely made an impact against Arsenal in the Community Shield and Alvaro Morata's match fitness is lacking. (more...)
- August 11, 2017
Sane, who cost City a reported fee that could rise to £46.5million, scored five goals in the Premier League as City ended Pep Guardiola's first season in charge without a trophy. Eden Hazard is still recovering from a broken ankle, Michy Batshuayi barely made an impact against Arsenal in the Community Shield and Alvaro Morata's match fitness is lacking. (more...)
"Tank": Walcott And Wenger Gush Over Arsenal's New Signing
- August 11, 2017
Walcott revealed the hulking Kolasinac has made a big impression with his no-holds-barred approach in training and the Gunners winger is expecting opposing forwards to get an even tougher time from the Bosnian this season. 'It's going to be different for us this year but it's about the way we react, it's as simple as that. We had a good end to last season and we are getting used to a new system. (more...)
- August 11, 2017
Walcott revealed the hulking Kolasinac has made a big impression with his no-holds-barred approach in training and the Gunners winger is expecting opposing forwards to get an even tougher time from the Bosnian this season. 'It's going to be different for us this year but it's about the way we react, it's as simple as that. We had a good end to last season and we are getting used to a new system. (more...)
Colts coach Chuck Pagano: Still no timetable for Andrew Luck
- August 11, 2017
But with the influx of outside talent brought into the organization in new general manager Chris Ballard's first year on the job, it seems the Colts aren't willing to wait and see how Langford heals. Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck's (shoulder) Week 1 availability continues to cause concern, ESPN's Adam Schefter said while appearing on Jeff Ratcliffe's Sirus XM Fantasy show. (more...)
- August 11, 2017
But with the influx of outside talent brought into the organization in new general manager Chris Ballard's first year on the job, it seems the Colts aren't willing to wait and see how Langford heals. Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck's (shoulder) Week 1 availability continues to cause concern, ESPN's Adam Schefter said while appearing on Jeff Ratcliffe's Sirus XM Fantasy show. (more...)
Ford Bronco from OJ Simpson freeway chase to appear on 'Pawn Stars'
- August 11, 2017
Pawn Stars personality Rick Harrison , who co-owns World Famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop has taken it for a test drive. Gilbert, who is asking more than $500,000, for the vehicle, tries to make a deal on History Channel's " Pawn Stars ". (more...)
- August 11, 2017
Pawn Stars personality Rick Harrison , who co-owns World Famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop has taken it for a test drive. Gilbert, who is asking more than $500,000, for the vehicle, tries to make a deal on History Channel's " Pawn Stars ". (more...)
National Basketball Association trade rumors 2017: Carmelo Anthony trade talks resume between Knicks, Rockets
- August 11, 2017
The Rockets are trying to get someone to take Ryan Anderson , but it won't be easy with $60 million left on his deal. Wojnarowski noted the Rockets and Knicks have not been able to iron out details on a trade, in part, because new Knicks general manager Scott Perry is being "far more particular" about the deal he wants for Anthony than former team president Phil Jackson was. (more...)
- August 11, 2017
The Rockets are trying to get someone to take Ryan Anderson , but it won't be easy with $60 million left on his deal. Wojnarowski noted the Rockets and Knicks have not been able to iron out details on a trade, in part, because new Knicks general manager Scott Perry is being "far more particular" about the deal he wants for Anthony than former team president Phil Jackson was. (more...)
Javier Hernandez Unsure If He'll Celebrate Against Manchester United
- August 11, 2017
Time has moved on, but Man United fans certainly haven't forgotten their "Little Pea", with the 29-year-old forward himself relishing the prospect of opening the latest chapter of his career on familiar territory. Nobody did. It was very odd. We were shocked. It was his life. Joe Hart is on the back of weird season that saw him going from club captain at Manchester City to Torino loanee, all because Pep Guardiola deemed him "not good enough with his feet" and instead brought in Claudio ... (more...)
- August 11, 2017
Time has moved on, but Man United fans certainly haven't forgotten their "Little Pea", with the 29-year-old forward himself relishing the prospect of opening the latest chapter of his career on familiar territory. Nobody did. It was very odd. We were shocked. It was his life. Joe Hart is on the back of weird season that saw him going from club captain at Manchester City to Torino loanee, all because Pep Guardiola deemed him "not good enough with his feet" and instead brought in Claudio ... (more...)
Georges St-Pierre Signs For UFC 217
- August 11, 2017
He was originally slated to face Bisping this summer, but fight was called off when GSP said he wouldn't be ready to fight until November. White had hoped to book the fight in July, however, after St-Pierre said that he wouldn't be ready to enter the Octagon until October, the UFC president pulled the fight off the table. (more...)
- August 11, 2017
He was originally slated to face Bisping this summer, but fight was called off when GSP said he wouldn't be ready to fight until November. White had hoped to book the fight in July, however, after St-Pierre said that he wouldn't be ready to enter the Octagon until October, the UFC president pulled the fight off the table. (more...)
Wozniacki eases through as Bouchard and Thiem exit Rogers Cup
- August 11, 2017
And I think it's important to feel the pressure of time a little bit, to get into action, you know, and not just relax and let years go by. "Yeah, Karolina just texted me out of the blue last week and said, Do you want to play?" And when you are going through a period like that, it's hard to go through the matches where the opponent is tough. (more...)
- August 11, 2017
And I think it's important to feel the pressure of time a little bit, to get into action, you know, and not just relax and let years go by. "Yeah, Karolina just texted me out of the blue last week and said, Do you want to play?" And when you are going through a period like that, it's hard to go through the matches where the opponent is tough. (more...)
Dabbing is a Crime in Saudi Arabia
- August 11, 2017
As reported by the BBC , dabbing is banned throughout the country because the authorities believe it explicitly references drug use. While it's unclear if the TV personality is still being detained, his government said unequivocally that dabbing is "contrary to the national strategy to combat drugs" and he showed disregard for the National Committee for Drug Control's decision to ban the dance. (more...)
- August 11, 2017
As reported by the BBC , dabbing is banned throughout the country because the authorities believe it explicitly references drug use. While it's unclear if the TV personality is still being detained, his government said unequivocally that dabbing is "contrary to the national strategy to combat drugs" and he showed disregard for the National Committee for Drug Control's decision to ban the dance. (more...)
National Football League to hire up to 24 full-time game officials
- August 11, 2017
Many officials already work about 40 hours a week, even though they're only part-time employees. Breer said the plan was negotiated with emphasis on improving the overall quality of officiating in the NFL . "We share a common goal, which is to make our game as great as it can possibly be, and look forward to working together on this new effort". The deal amends the officials' collective bargaining agreement for one year and must be renewed in June 2018 for the program to continue, ... (more...)
- August 11, 2017
Many officials already work about 40 hours a week, even though they're only part-time employees. Breer said the plan was negotiated with emphasis on improving the overall quality of officiating in the NFL . "We share a common goal, which is to make our game as great as it can possibly be, and look forward to working together on this new effort". The deal amends the officials' collective bargaining agreement for one year and must be renewed in June 2018 for the program to continue, ... (more...)
NBA Live 18 Cover Features James Harden, Demo Drops Tomorrow
- August 11, 2017
Players in the free demo will also be treated to specially-timed Live Events - limited-time activities with special rules, rewards and characters, only available in The One. "If anybody knows about creativity it's me". Xbox One owners with an EA Access membership will save an additional 10% on a digital copy of NBA Live 18 . (more...)
- August 11, 2017
Players in the free demo will also be treated to specially-timed Live Events - limited-time activities with special rules, rewards and characters, only available in The One. "If anybody knows about creativity it's me". Xbox One owners with an EA Access membership will save an additional 10% on a digital copy of NBA Live 18 . (more...)
Cavaliers To Play Celtics On Opening Night; Warriors On Christmas
- August 11, 2017
The Cavaliers did lose to the Warriors in the finals during that season but nevertheless, it was a huge success as a rookie coach. The Warriors will open the season at home against the new look Houston Rockets on October 17, who added star point guard Chris Paul to their already high powered offense this offseason . (more...)
- August 11, 2017
The Cavaliers did lose to the Warriors in the finals during that season but nevertheless, it was a huge success as a rookie coach. The Warriors will open the season at home against the new look Houston Rockets on October 17, who added star point guard Chris Paul to their already high powered offense this offseason . (more...)
Pochettino promises to break Spurs' transfer duck
- August 10, 2017
The Argentine was more relaxed about the club's lack of activity in the transfer market ahead Tottenham's first game of the season at promoted Newcastle United on Sunday. Ideally, for a team that is competing on as many fronts as Spurs are, one would like to have two players in every position that they can rely on, but that could hardly be said for Pochettino's available roster. (more...)
- August 10, 2017
The Argentine was more relaxed about the club's lack of activity in the transfer market ahead Tottenham's first game of the season at promoted Newcastle United on Sunday. Ideally, for a team that is competing on as many fronts as Spurs are, one would like to have two players in every position that they can rely on, but that could hardly be said for Pochettino's available roster. (more...)
N3 bridge collapse: find alternative routes on Thursday
- August 10, 2017
In October 2015, a pedestrian bridge in Grayston Drive, which was under construction and which was to link Alexandra to Sandton, collapsed, killing two people and injuring 19. A man and seven-year-old child in the same truck were also taken to hospital. Yesterday, motorists were advised to use the R24 East and the N12 as an alternative route while work on the site of the collapse continued. (more...)
- August 10, 2017
In October 2015, a pedestrian bridge in Grayston Drive, which was under construction and which was to link Alexandra to Sandton, collapsed, killing two people and injuring 19. A man and seven-year-old child in the same truck were also taken to hospital. Yesterday, motorists were advised to use the R24 East and the N12 as an alternative route while work on the site of the collapse continued. (more...)
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