Sport
New Ronaldo bust actually looks like him
- November 28, 2017
Beautiful, isn't it? Oddly, not everyone agreed and the sculptor behind the work, Emanuel Santos, came in for a lot of flak after it was unveiled. The 32-year-old had another bust made of him earlier this year, and let's just say it was not the most passable likeness. (more...)
- November 28, 2017
Beautiful, isn't it? Oddly, not everyone agreed and the sculptor behind the work, Emanuel Santos, came in for a lot of flak after it was unveiled. The 32-year-old had another bust made of him earlier this year, and let's just say it was not the most passable likeness. (more...)
Oklahoma tops Sports Illustrated's Week 14 power rankings
- November 28, 2017
LSU 18. Oklahoma State 19. The combination of first-year coach Lincoln Riley and Heisman Trophy front runner Baker Mayfield have come a long way, and this is a chance to get clinch their second playoff berth. They will also make the playoff if they win the Big Ten. For Ohio State, it is simple. - The loser of Clemson-Miami; Georgia , if it is defeated again by Auburn; and Oklahoma could be two-loss power-conference runners-up. (more...)
- November 28, 2017
LSU 18. Oklahoma State 19. The combination of first-year coach Lincoln Riley and Heisman Trophy front runner Baker Mayfield have come a long way, and this is a chance to get clinch their second playoff berth. They will also make the playoff if they win the Big Ten. For Ohio State, it is simple. - The loser of Clemson-Miami; Georgia , if it is defeated again by Auburn; and Oklahoma could be two-loss power-conference runners-up. (more...)
Formula 1 unveils new branding for 2018
- November 28, 2017
I think from a general standpoint they're optimistic in terms of what the opportunities are and it's early in the game". Switching away from its previous trademark that was originally penned 23 years ago, the sport is going through a rebranding exercise after ex-supremo Bernie Ecclestone was replaced in January. (more...)
- November 28, 2017
I think from a general standpoint they're optimistic in terms of what the opportunities are and it's early in the game". Switching away from its previous trademark that was originally penned 23 years ago, the sport is going through a rebranding exercise after ex-supremo Bernie Ecclestone was replaced in January. (more...)
WATCH & VOTE: Premier League Goal of the Week
- November 28, 2017
Everton are struggling despite an outlay of nearly £150 million ($200 million, 168 million euros) during the summer transfer window to bring in the likes of Jordan Pickford, Michael Keane and Icelandic worldwide Gylfi Sigurdsson . "I've never known a team that needs their fans more than our team does at the moment". It's a massive week for the club. Southampton had scored just nine league goals leading into the game but enjoyed a fine afternoon in front of goal. (more...)
- November 28, 2017
Everton are struggling despite an outlay of nearly £150 million ($200 million, 168 million euros) during the summer transfer window to bring in the likes of Jordan Pickford, Michael Keane and Icelandic worldwide Gylfi Sigurdsson . "I've never known a team that needs their fans more than our team does at the moment". It's a massive week for the club. Southampton had scored just nine league goals leading into the game but enjoyed a fine afternoon in front of goal. (more...)
Ravens look vulnerable on MNF vs. Texans
- November 28, 2017
The Texans were driving again on their next possession, but Suggs' strip-sack led to a 49-yard field goal by Justin Tucker that gave Baltimore the 23-16 margin. The Ravens had three takeaways, giving them an NFL-leading 26. So it's fair to say the Ravens will have their hands full with Lamar Miller and Alfred Blue in the run game. (more...)
- November 28, 2017
The Texans were driving again on their next possession, but Suggs' strip-sack led to a 49-yard field goal by Justin Tucker that gave Baltimore the 23-16 margin. The Ravens had three takeaways, giving them an NFL-leading 26. So it's fair to say the Ravens will have their hands full with Lamar Miller and Alfred Blue in the run game. (more...)
Sadio Mane Reacts To Being Dropped, And He's Not Happy
- November 28, 2017
And Klopp believes the struggles Salah experienced at Chelsea should have been expected, of a young player trying to break into a settled squad. Mark Lawrenson has backed Liverpool to finish in the Premier League's top four this term despite their defensive problems. (more...)
- November 28, 2017
And Klopp believes the struggles Salah experienced at Chelsea should have been expected, of a young player trying to break into a settled squad. Mark Lawrenson has backed Liverpool to finish in the Premier League's top four this term despite their defensive problems. (more...)
Jose Mourinho: 'Difficult to manage Paul Pogba injury'
- November 28, 2017
Carrick, 36, issued a statement on the eve of United's 1-0 win over Brighton on Saturday that revealed he had undergone a procedure to correct the problem. "Some people sometimes forget my age, with talent, they wait for me to explode quickly, but everyone has their future", he added. Despite Jose Mourinho coming out and publicly backing Fellaini the midfielder rejected United's attempt to offer a contract extension. (more...)
- November 28, 2017
Carrick, 36, issued a statement on the eve of United's 1-0 win over Brighton on Saturday that revealed he had undergone a procedure to correct the problem. "Some people sometimes forget my age, with talent, they wait for me to explode quickly, but everyone has their future", he added. Despite Jose Mourinho coming out and publicly backing Fellaini the midfielder rejected United's attempt to offer a contract extension. (more...)
Patriots to place Martellus Bennett on injured reserve
- November 28, 2017
Bennett explained in an Instagram post that he felt like the doctor was pressuring him to play through his shoulder injury when Bennett wanted surgery. Dwayne Allen , who has seen a slight uptick in production, will move back to the team's No. 2 tight end spot for the rest of the season. Unfortunately, Bennett's second trip with the Patriots will only be for two games. (more...)
- November 28, 2017
Bennett explained in an Instagram post that he felt like the doctor was pressuring him to play through his shoulder injury when Bennett wanted surgery. Dwayne Allen , who has seen a slight uptick in production, will move back to the team's No. 2 tight end spot for the rest of the season. Unfortunately, Bennett's second trip with the Patriots will only be for two games. (more...)
England star Ben Stokes 'spotted flying out to New Zealand, not Australia'
- November 28, 2017
Reports out of Sky Sports UK suggest the New Zealand-born star is on a plane to Christchurch to spend time with his family and practice ahead of his imminent Ashes call-up. But an European Central Bank spokesman said: "His travel arrangements have not been arranged by the European Central Bank". Could Stokes head across the ditch in between the second and third Tests in time for a mid-series appearance in Perth? Stokes was dropped from the England tour to Australia while being ... (more...)
- November 28, 2017
Reports out of Sky Sports UK suggest the New Zealand-born star is on a plane to Christchurch to spend time with his family and practice ahead of his imminent Ashes call-up. But an European Central Bank spokesman said: "His travel arrangements have not been arranged by the European Central Bank". Could Stokes head across the ditch in between the second and third Tests in time for a mid-series appearance in Perth? Stokes was dropped from the England tour to Australia while being ... (more...)
Gas Prices Drop Amid Busy Holiday Travel Weekend
- November 28, 2017
Fuel analyst Patrick DeHaan says those prices are nearing the point at which gas stations lose money, which could prompt a price hike this week in Michigan, Ohio and Indiana. This is ten cents cheaper than last week. "However, the oil and gasoline markets are likely to be volatile this week, and prices could face additional upward pressure as we creep closer to the OPEC meeting". (more...)
- November 28, 2017
Fuel analyst Patrick DeHaan says those prices are nearing the point at which gas stations lose money, which could prompt a price hike this week in Michigan, Ohio and Indiana. This is ten cents cheaper than last week. "However, the oil and gasoline markets are likely to be volatile this week, and prices could face additional upward pressure as we creep closer to the OPEC meeting". (more...)
Memphis Grizzlies' Marc Gasol was 'hurt' by benching in fourth quarter
- November 28, 2017
LeBron James retweeted a comment on Twitter calling the firing so stunning that the writer triple-checked the original ESPN report to make sure he wasn't being duped by a fake account. But age and injuries have taken their toll this season with Conley missing six straight games to soreness in his left Achilles and Zach Randolph , Gasol's long-time frontcourt partner, leaving via free agency as his 40s approach. (more...)
- November 28, 2017
LeBron James retweeted a comment on Twitter calling the firing so stunning that the writer triple-checked the original ESPN report to make sure he wasn't being duped by a fake account. But age and injuries have taken their toll this season with Conley missing six straight games to soreness in his left Achilles and Zach Randolph , Gasol's long-time frontcourt partner, leaving via free agency as his 40s approach. (more...)
Auburn RB Kerryon Johnson comments on his status for SEC title game
- November 27, 2017
Johnson ran for 167-yards and caught a 55-yard touchdown pass in the first game with the Bulldogs . "This game is huge for me", Johnson said. "It's just a little banged up". "All in all you know he's going to play", Auburn linebacker Tre' Williams said. At the time, Malzahn said it was hard to say if Johnson would play on Saturday. (more...)
- November 27, 2017
Johnson ran for 167-yards and caught a 55-yard touchdown pass in the first game with the Bulldogs . "This game is huge for me", Johnson said. "It's just a little banged up". "All in all you know he's going to play", Auburn linebacker Tre' Williams said. At the time, Malzahn said it was hard to say if Johnson would play on Saturday. (more...)
Tiger Woods says lack of back pain 'just remarkable' ahead of return
- November 27, 2017
Last week, Woods played a casual four-ball match at Trump National Golf Club with three of the biggest names in golf: President Donald Trump , the world No. Johnson, known as one of the most powerful players in the history of golf, ranked second on the PGA Tour in driving distance last season, averaging 315 yards. (more...)
- November 27, 2017
Last week, Woods played a casual four-ball match at Trump National Golf Club with three of the biggest names in golf: President Donald Trump , the world No. Johnson, known as one of the most powerful players in the history of golf, ranked second on the PGA Tour in driving distance last season, averaging 315 yards. (more...)
Wilshere hints at January departure from Arsenal
- November 27, 2017
Jose Mourinho worked with the Ozil during their time together at Real Madrid but Lawrenson believes the midfielder's style and attitude does not fit in with the rest of Portuguese's squad at Old Trafford. Theo Walcott also missed the weekend game due to an illness but is expected to be available on Wednesday. 'Certainly he will be short for Wednesday, ' he said. (more...)
- November 27, 2017
Jose Mourinho worked with the Ozil during their time together at Real Madrid but Lawrenson believes the midfielder's style and attitude does not fit in with the rest of Portuguese's squad at Old Trafford. Theo Walcott also missed the weekend game due to an illness but is expected to be available on Wednesday. 'Certainly he will be short for Wednesday, ' he said. (more...)
Jimmy Garoppolo finally makes his 49ers debut and throws a touchdown pass
- November 27, 2017
Starting off slow - as most 49ers-Seahawks games do - proved to be an influential factor early on. The interception initially looked to place momentum on the 49ers side, as the team looked to build on their first win of the season in Week 10. (more...)
- November 27, 2017
Starting off slow - as most 49ers-Seahawks games do - proved to be an influential factor early on. The interception initially looked to place momentum on the 49ers side, as the team looked to build on their first win of the season in Week 10. (more...)
Martial hits back at his Manchester United critics
- November 27, 2017
Watford have lost 12 of their last 13 games against Manchester United in all competitions, winning the other in the Premier League in this exact fixture last season (3-1). Marouane Fellaini's involvement will depend on whether Mourinho selects two or three centre-backs for the clash in the capital. While United were relying on an unfortunate Lewis Dunk own goal to see off their newly promoted opposition on Saturday, Watford were sweeping aside last season's Championship winners ... (more...)
- November 27, 2017
Watford have lost 12 of their last 13 games against Manchester United in all competitions, winning the other in the Premier League in this exact fixture last season (3-1). Marouane Fellaini's involvement will depend on whether Mourinho selects two or three centre-backs for the clash in the capital. While United were relying on an unfortunate Lewis Dunk own goal to see off their newly promoted opposition on Saturday, Watford were sweeping aside last season's Championship winners ... (more...)
Viktoria Rebensburg Beats Mikaela Shiffrin in a World Cup Giant Slalom
- November 27, 2017
Austria's Bernadette Schild finished third in 1:43.58, a distant 2.67 seconds back. Motor sports: Valtteri Bottas won the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix from pole position, beating Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton, who had wrapped up the Formula One championship two races before, by 4 seconds. (more...)
- November 27, 2017
Austria's Bernadette Schild finished third in 1:43.58, a distant 2.67 seconds back. Motor sports: Valtteri Bottas won the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix from pole position, beating Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton, who had wrapped up the Formula One championship two races before, by 4 seconds. (more...)
Erik Lamela set for Tottenham return after declaring himself fit for action
- November 27, 2017
The 25-year-old, who became a father for the first time on Saturday, is now set to return - probably as a substitute - at Leicester City on Tuesday night. "We have the same points as last season in the Premier League , and we were fifth or fourth, but we were out of the Champions League - and in this season we finished first [in the Champions League group] against Real Madrid, Borussia Dortmund and Apoel, and we have the same points [in the league]", he said. (more...)
- November 27, 2017
The 25-year-old, who became a father for the first time on Saturday, is now set to return - probably as a substitute - at Leicester City on Tuesday night. "We have the same points as last season in the Premier League , and we were fifth or fourth, but we were out of the Champions League - and in this season we finished first [in the Champions League group] against Real Madrid, Borussia Dortmund and Apoel, and we have the same points [in the league]", he said. (more...)
Jose Mourinho: United players need to work harder, follow Lukaku example
- November 27, 2017
Referee Neil Swarbrick did not see the incident and by leaving it out of his report the FA were clear to charge Lukaku if they felt what he had done amounted to violent conduct. So Romelu, for me, (is) fantastic. We had matches at home where we played really well and they were a bit soft. Keown added: 'I have described Lukaku as a pussycat, whereas Manchester United want a lion on display (and we all know which animal Zlatan Ibrahimovic likes to compare himself to). (more...)
- November 27, 2017
Referee Neil Swarbrick did not see the incident and by leaving it out of his report the FA were clear to charge Lukaku if they felt what he had done amounted to violent conduct. So Romelu, for me, (is) fantastic. We had matches at home where we played really well and they were a bit soft. Keown added: 'I have described Lukaku as a pussycat, whereas Manchester United want a lion on display (and we all know which animal Zlatan Ibrahimovic likes to compare himself to). (more...)
Panthers' Greg Olsen won't return vs Jets after foot injury
- November 27, 2017
Instead of celebrating a win against a good team, they were left lamenting another loss. The three-time Pro Bowl selection was activated on Friday after missing the past eight games with a broken right foot suffered in a Week 2 win against Buffalo. (more...)
- November 27, 2017
Instead of celebrating a win against a good team, they were left lamenting another loss. The three-time Pro Bowl selection was activated on Friday after missing the past eight games with a broken right foot suffered in a Week 2 win against Buffalo. (more...)
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