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Giants interview Dave Gettleman for GM job | What it means
- December 22, 2017
He was sacked after the following season when Carolina missed the playoffs. That also came under Ernie Accorsi's time as the team's general manager. He was with the Buffalo Bills in 1990 and 1991, the Denver Broncos in 1997, the Giants in 2000, 2007 and 2011, and the aforementioned Panthers in 2015. (more...)
- December 22, 2017
He was sacked after the following season when Carolina missed the playoffs. That also came under Ernie Accorsi's time as the team's general manager. He was with the Buffalo Bills in 1990 and 1991, the Denver Broncos in 1997, the Giants in 2000, 2007 and 2011, and the aforementioned Panthers in 2015. (more...)
Conte shrugs aside Hazard to Manchester United talk
- December 22, 2017
While the rumour is likely to be nothing more than just a story, there is no denying the fact that not just Jose Mourinho , but any manager in the world would love a player like Eden Hazard in their team. 8 goals and 7 assists in 23 appearances seem normal statistics for an attacker. Reports this week have linked Hazard with a speculative move to Manchester United . (more...)
- December 22, 2017
While the rumour is likely to be nothing more than just a story, there is no denying the fact that not just Jose Mourinho , but any manager in the world would love a player like Eden Hazard in their team. 8 goals and 7 assists in 23 appearances seem normal statistics for an attacker. Reports this week have linked Hazard with a speculative move to Manchester United . (more...)
Ajax suspend manager Keizer, assistant Bergkamp
- December 22, 2017
Manager Marcel Keizer and assistant Hennie Spijkerman also lost their jobs at Ajax but, understandably, it was the dismissal of ex-Gunner Berkgamp which interested Gooners the most. Ajax announced in a statement that Reiziger would be assisted by his number two at Jong Ajax, Winston Bogarde, another former Netherlands, Ajax, Milan and Barcelona defender, but who is best remembered by English fans for an ignominious spell with Chelsea at the end of his career. (more...)
- December 22, 2017
Manager Marcel Keizer and assistant Hennie Spijkerman also lost their jobs at Ajax but, understandably, it was the dismissal of ex-Gunner Berkgamp which interested Gooners the most. Ajax announced in a statement that Reiziger would be assisted by his number two at Jong Ajax, Winston Bogarde, another former Netherlands, Ajax, Milan and Barcelona defender, but who is best remembered by English fans for an ignominious spell with Chelsea at the end of his career. (more...)
Henrikh Mkhitaryan looks set to return to the Manchester United squad
- December 22, 2017
The time seems ripe for Mkhitaryan, as December is what all Premier League football fans look forward to, where numerous teams have up to eight fixtures during the Christmas season, including four games within the next 10 days for Manchester United . (more...)
- December 22, 2017
The time seems ripe for Mkhitaryan, as December is what all Premier League football fans look forward to, where numerous teams have up to eight fixtures during the Christmas season, including four games within the next 10 days for Manchester United . (more...)
International Olympic Committee publishes Russian athlete kit rules for 2018 Games
- December 22, 2017
The International Olympic Committee has revealed 13 guidelines for Russia's neutral uniforms at the Winter Games in February. There will also be no Russian anthems or flags in the opening or medal ceremonies. The IOC statement noted that the word "Russia" should have an equivalent size with the words "Olympic Athlete from", and that all national emblems, including the double-headed eagle, which is the country's coat of arms, must be replaced with the neutral "OAR" logo. (more...)
- December 22, 2017
The International Olympic Committee has revealed 13 guidelines for Russia's neutral uniforms at the Winter Games in February. There will also be no Russian anthems or flags in the opening or medal ceremonies. The IOC statement noted that the word "Russia" should have an equivalent size with the words "Olympic Athlete from", and that all national emblems, including the double-headed eagle, which is the country's coat of arms, must be replaced with the neutral "OAR" logo. (more...)
Joel Embiid Could Miss 2 More Games
- December 22, 2017
Philadelphia is in a bit of a skid, though only a portion of that skid has occurred with Embiid on the shelf. Embiid did not travel with the team to Chicago for Monday's 117-115 loss to the Bulls. Joel Embiid scored 34 points in a career-high 49 minutes against the Thunder last Friday. This season, the Sixers have lost six of seven games without Embiid in the lineup. (more...)
- December 22, 2017
Philadelphia is in a bit of a skid, though only a portion of that skid has occurred with Embiid on the shelf. Embiid did not travel with the team to Chicago for Monday's 117-115 loss to the Bulls. Joel Embiid scored 34 points in a career-high 49 minutes against the Thunder last Friday. This season, the Sixers have lost six of seven games without Embiid in the lineup. (more...)
Former Ravenwood receiver Van Jefferson leaving Ole Miss for Florida
- December 21, 2017
In this signing class, Luke landed two key players who will become important pieces to the puzzle for next season: ESPN top 300 wide receiver Elijah Moore and defensive end James Williams , a highly talented in-state prospect. "They're a really solid group to start with in that early signing period ", Luke said. At his press conference today, he was obviously pleased with the players he and his staff have brought in. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
In this signing class, Luke landed two key players who will become important pieces to the puzzle for next season: ESPN top 300 wide receiver Elijah Moore and defensive end James Williams , a highly talented in-state prospect. "They're a really solid group to start with in that early signing period ", Luke said. At his press conference today, he was obviously pleased with the players he and his staff have brought in. (more...)
New York Islanders Arena Proposal Accepted for Belmont Park
- December 21, 2017
An effort to get a new arena built, to replace Nassau Coliseum, proved fruitless and fostered a move to a modern arena that had dates to fill. The New York Islanders , who relocated from the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum to Brooklyn's Barclays Center in 2015, will be former tenants of the Downtown arena as soon as their new state-of-the-art facility is completed on the land adjacent to Belmont Racetrack in Elmont, N.Y. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
An effort to get a new arena built, to replace Nassau Coliseum, proved fruitless and fostered a move to a modern arena that had dates to fill. The New York Islanders , who relocated from the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum to Brooklyn's Barclays Center in 2015, will be former tenants of the Downtown arena as soon as their new state-of-the-art facility is completed on the land adjacent to Belmont Racetrack in Elmont, N.Y. (more...)
Birmingham will host 2022 Commonwealth Games in place of Durban
- December 21, 2017
Louise Martin, president of the games, made the announcement at the Area Academy in the city this morning. The quadrennial multi-sport event, involving members of the British Commonwealth of Nations, last took place in the United Kingdom in Glasgow in 2014. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
Louise Martin, president of the games, made the announcement at the Area Academy in the city this morning. The quadrennial multi-sport event, involving members of the British Commonwealth of Nations, last took place in the United Kingdom in Glasgow in 2014. (more...)
1B Alonso agrees to 2-year deal with Indians
- December 21, 2017
They were 35-35 in the last 70 games and 39-37 overall against NL East opponents. Alonso had a career year in 2017, hitting.266/.365/.501 with 28 home runs and 22 doubles while splitting time between the Athletics and Mariners . "We were open (with Santana) from the beginning", Klentak said, "that if he was going to land a four- or five-year deal that's not a position we wanted to put ourselves in". (more...)
- December 21, 2017
They were 35-35 in the last 70 games and 39-37 overall against NL East opponents. Alonso had a career year in 2017, hitting.266/.365/.501 with 28 home runs and 22 doubles while splitting time between the Athletics and Mariners . "We were open (with Santana) from the beginning", Klentak said, "that if he was going to land a four- or five-year deal that's not a position we wanted to put ourselves in". (more...)
Virat Kohli takes the crown from Shah Rukh Khan
- December 21, 2017
Kohli , along with Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh , has led the ascent of millennials to the top of the rankings. India cricket team captain Virat Kohli has pipped the Bollywood superstars like Shah Rukh Khan and Akshay Kumar to be ranked the No.1 celebrity brand in India. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
Kohli , along with Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh , has led the ascent of millennials to the top of the rankings. India cricket team captain Virat Kohli has pipped the Bollywood superstars like Shah Rukh Khan and Akshay Kumar to be ranked the No.1 celebrity brand in India. (more...)
Rams kicker Greg Zuerlein out for season with back injury
- December 21, 2017
Los Angeles can clinch the NFC West title with a win in Tennessee on Sunday. Zuerlein has battled back issues all season. As a result, his kickoffs were much shorter than usual. However, McVay said that Zuerlein could barely stand up straight prior to Sunday's game against the Seahawks. He was obviously on the Rams' injury report before being placed on IR, but he wasn't the only one. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
Los Angeles can clinch the NFC West title with a win in Tennessee on Sunday. Zuerlein has battled back issues all season. As a result, his kickoffs were much shorter than usual. However, McVay said that Zuerlein could barely stand up straight prior to Sunday's game against the Seahawks. He was obviously on the Rams' injury report before being placed on IR, but he wasn't the only one. (more...)
Cavs assign Thomas (hip) to G League affiliate
- December 21, 2017
Per a release , Thomas will participate in the Charge's full-team practice on Thursday. Isaiah Thomas' return to competitive basketball will not happen in Cleveland, but instead about 60 miles south in Canton, Ohio, with the Cavs' NBA G League team. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
Per a release , Thomas will participate in the Charge's full-team practice on Thursday. Isaiah Thomas' return to competitive basketball will not happen in Cleveland, but instead about 60 miles south in Canton, Ohio, with the Cavs' NBA G League team. (more...)
Former Arsenal midfielder Rosicky announces retirement
- December 21, 2017
He announced his retirement at a press conference on Wednesday. The last club in his career Rosicky became the Prague "Sparta" - 37-year-old midfielder in the Czech Republic spent the final year and a half of their football journey. Please drop your comment! "Every time I played, they knew that I was playing for the shirt. One thing is for sure, I'm a Gunner forever". While enjoying stints at Sparta Prague and Borussia Dortmund, Rosicky will be perhaps remembered most for his time in ... (more...)
- December 21, 2017
He announced his retirement at a press conference on Wednesday. The last club in his career Rosicky became the Prague "Sparta" - 37-year-old midfielder in the Czech Republic spent the final year and a half of their football journey. Please drop your comment! "Every time I played, they knew that I was playing for the shirt. One thing is for sure, I'm a Gunner forever". While enjoying stints at Sparta Prague and Borussia Dortmund, Rosicky will be perhaps remembered most for his time in ... (more...)
Man City prepared to wait until the summer to sign Alexis Sanchez
- December 21, 2017
The Independent: Another player linked with Liverpool , Monaco's Thomas Lemar, is thought to favour a move to Anfield ahead of joining Chelsea or Arsenal . Meanwhile, a move for a new centre-half could still happen in January - although Vincent Kompany and John Stones are making progress in their recoveries. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
The Independent: Another player linked with Liverpool , Monaco's Thomas Lemar, is thought to favour a move to Anfield ahead of joining Chelsea or Arsenal . Meanwhile, a move for a new centre-half could still happen in January - although Vincent Kompany and John Stones are making progress in their recoveries. (more...)
Barcelona star midfielder urges Philippe Coutinho to join him at Camp Nou
- December 21, 2017
And Coutinho was the subject of an intense pursuit from Barcelona last summer, with the La Liga giants seeing three big-money bids for the Brazilian rejected. The present? A Barcelona gift bag and it contained, rather randomly, a bottle of vodka. According to the report, the Brazilian will make the switch to the Camp Nou in January and sign a five-year contract worth almost €12m-a-year. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
And Coutinho was the subject of an intense pursuit from Barcelona last summer, with the La Liga giants seeing three big-money bids for the Brazilian rejected. The present? A Barcelona gift bag and it contained, rather randomly, a bottle of vodka. According to the report, the Brazilian will make the switch to the Camp Nou in January and sign a five-year contract worth almost €12m-a-year. (more...)
Female kicker makes history at TX high school football championship
- December 21, 2017
K-Lani Nava made history in Wednesday's Texas Class 1A Division II Six-Man championship game, becoming the first female ever to play in a Texas state title game. "Strawn is a really close community", teammate Ivan Ruiz told TexasFootball.com. All I anxious about was the ball getting on the tee and me making the right contact with it. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
K-Lani Nava made history in Wednesday's Texas Class 1A Division II Six-Man championship game, becoming the first female ever to play in a Texas state title game. "Strawn is a really close community", teammate Ivan Ruiz told TexasFootball.com. All I anxious about was the ball getting on the tee and me making the right contact with it. (more...)
This Amazed Me About Bristol City - Former Manchester United Defender
- December 21, 2017
The Championship club have been entertaining the footballing world with their staged goal announcements in 2017 and, it being Christmas, clearly they've been doing a bit of festive filming with their team. Bristol City were not "lucky", as Mourinho claimed, arguing that United hit the woodwork twice. There is just one thing that might be outclassing the Championship's club's heroics on the pitch, however - their genius on Twitter. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
The Championship club have been entertaining the footballing world with their staged goal announcements in 2017 and, it being Christmas, clearly they've been doing a bit of festive filming with their team. Bristol City were not "lucky", as Mourinho claimed, arguing that United hit the woodwork twice. There is just one thing that might be outclassing the Championship's club's heroics on the pitch, however - their genius on Twitter. (more...)
Floyd Mayweather shuts down fighting with UFC talks - McGregor appears to respond
- December 21, 2017
However, just as the speculation was hitting fever pitch, Mayweather poured cold water on the reports firmly stating that he was simply not going to fight in the UFC . But I never said I was going to fight in UFC , I didn't say that. "I'm just saying I could. Would and could are different things". "I'm not going to do it though". (more...)
- December 21, 2017
However, just as the speculation was hitting fever pitch, Mayweather poured cold water on the reports firmly stating that he was simply not going to fight in the UFC . But I never said I was going to fight in UFC , I didn't say that. "I'm just saying I could. Would and could are different things". "I'm not going to do it though". (more...)
Neymar to Real Madrid transfer speculation discussed by PSG bigwig
- December 21, 2017
Defending champion Monaco beat Rennes 2-1 with goals from striker Radamel Falcao - his 15th in the league so far - and summer signing Keita Balde. His start at the Parc des Princes could hardly have been better, with Mbappe already enjoying an almost-telepathic connection with teammates Neymar and Edinson Cavani . (more...)
- December 21, 2017
Defending champion Monaco beat Rennes 2-1 with goals from striker Radamel Falcao - his 15th in the league so far - and summer signing Keita Balde. His start at the Parc des Princes could hardly have been better, with Mbappe already enjoying an almost-telepathic connection with teammates Neymar and Edinson Cavani . (more...)
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