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RB Leipzig will resist Liverpool's attempts to get Naby Keita in January
- January 13, 2018
Leipzig now sits fifth in the Bundesliga , but are just two points off second-placed Schalke , with all to play for in the second half of the season in terms of who will qualify for Champions League football next term. But now Bild claim that Leipzig's attitude has changed and they are open to letting the 22-year-old leave now, but only if they receive a sum between £13m and £17.5m. (more...)
- January 13, 2018
Leipzig now sits fifth in the Bundesliga , but are just two points off second-placed Schalke , with all to play for in the second half of the season in terms of who will qualify for Champions League football next term. But now Bild claim that Leipzig's attitude has changed and they are open to letting the 22-year-old leave now, but only if they receive a sum between £13m and £17.5m. (more...)
Arsenal edge closer to signing £25 million Premier League star
- January 13, 2018
After being left on the sidelines last season by Jurgen Klopp , Moreno fought his way back into the German's plans and has been in fine form this season - even if Andy Robertson has been hugely impressive in his place in the last month. Going to any of the top four away from home is hard. City's Sergio Aguero (+500) and the aforementioned Sterling (+2000) are four and five goals behind Kane respectively, but they could cancel each other out and also get spotted in league games if City ... (more...)
- January 13, 2018
After being left on the sidelines last season by Jurgen Klopp , Moreno fought his way back into the German's plans and has been in fine form this season - even if Andy Robertson has been hugely impressive in his place in the last month. Going to any of the top four away from home is hard. City's Sergio Aguero (+500) and the aforementioned Sterling (+2000) are four and five goals behind Kane respectively, but they could cancel each other out and also get spotted in league games if City ... (more...)
NFC Divisional Playoffs: Three things to watch in Falcons v Eagles
- January 13, 2018
After last year's Super Bowl run, it's safe to say the Falcons are going into Philadelphia as an experienced bunch. Since the Eagles lost Carson Wentz to an ACL tear, their odds of winning have gone down. The five-year veteran has a knack for the big play and is on top of his game right now. New Orleans is only 2-7 ATS in its last nine games against Minnesota, but Drew Brees leads a No. (more...)
- January 13, 2018
After last year's Super Bowl run, it's safe to say the Falcons are going into Philadelphia as an experienced bunch. Since the Eagles lost Carson Wentz to an ACL tear, their odds of winning have gone down. The five-year veteran has a knack for the big play and is on top of his game right now. New Orleans is only 2-7 ATS in its last nine games against Minnesota, but Drew Brees leads a No. (more...)
Magashule: ANC NEC hasn't discussed replacing Zuma
- January 13, 2018
This is one of the key conditions that Zuma has put down during behind-the-scenes negotiations now taking place with newly elected ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa, in exchange for his resignation, according to a Mail & Guardian report. The statement, drafted by the NEC and delivered by the party president, sets the tone for the year and influences the State Of the Nation Address. "It will be the beginning of us mobilising our people for a decisive victory in 2019", Magashule said. (more...)
- January 13, 2018
This is one of the key conditions that Zuma has put down during behind-the-scenes negotiations now taking place with newly elected ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa, in exchange for his resignation, according to a Mail & Guardian report. The statement, drafted by the NEC and delivered by the party president, sets the tone for the year and influences the State Of the Nation Address. "It will be the beginning of us mobilising our people for a decisive victory in 2019", Magashule said. (more...)
Australian Open 2017-18: Rafael Nadal seeded top in Men's single
- January 13, 2018
All eyes will be on fourth seed Alexander Zverev after the 20-year-old German's remarkable run (five titles, including two Masters 1000 crowns) in 2017. She is yet to drop a set over six matches in qualifying or the main draw and will next meet world number 22 Kerber who staged a 6-3 6-1 victory over Dominika Cibulkova in the last eight. (more...)
- January 13, 2018
All eyes will be on fourth seed Alexander Zverev after the 20-year-old German's remarkable run (five titles, including two Masters 1000 crowns) in 2017. She is yet to drop a set over six matches in qualifying or the main draw and will next meet world number 22 Kerber who staged a 6-3 6-1 victory over Dominika Cibulkova in the last eight. (more...)
Josh Donaldson, Blue Jays Agree to Record-Setting Contract to Avoid Arbitration
- January 13, 2018
The previous record for an arbitration-eligible player was Washington Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper's $21.625 million deal for 2018, which was finalized last May. A career.277 hitter, Donaldson has hit at least 29 home runs in each of the last four seasons. Sanchez also avoided arbitration, signing a one-year deal worth $2.7 million. (more...)
- January 13, 2018
The previous record for an arbitration-eligible player was Washington Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper's $21.625 million deal for 2018, which was finalized last May. A career.277 hitter, Donaldson has hit at least 29 home runs in each of the last four seasons. Sanchez also avoided arbitration, signing a one-year deal worth $2.7 million. (more...)
Klopp Confirms Huge Injury Boost But Duo To Miss Man City Game
- January 13, 2018
With our much loved Premier League celebrating its 25th Birthday this season we thought it would be the ideal time to look back at the best players to feature in each position over the last quarter century. Once they have a player in their sights, as the Merseysiders found with Javier Mascherano and Luis Suarez to Barca plus Xabi Alonso to Real, it is only a matter of time before Liverpool is swapped for La Liga. (more...)
- January 13, 2018
With our much loved Premier League celebrating its 25th Birthday this season we thought it would be the ideal time to look back at the best players to feature in each position over the last quarter century. Once they have a player in their sights, as the Merseysiders found with Javier Mascherano and Luis Suarez to Barca plus Xabi Alonso to Real, it is only a matter of time before Liverpool is swapped for La Liga. (more...)
Great Britain set record medal target for Winter Olympics at Pyeongchang 2018
- January 13, 2018
By making the content available in VR, NBC looks to appeal to a wider audience and buck the trend of declining Olympics viewership. Some of its prior VR coverage includes weekly Major League Baseball games , NCAA basketball tournament games and PGA golf events . (more...)
- January 13, 2018
By making the content available in VR, NBC looks to appeal to a wider audience and buck the trend of declining Olympics viewership. Some of its prior VR coverage includes weekly Major League Baseball games , NCAA basketball tournament games and PGA golf events . (more...)
Heat edge out Pacers to win 6th straight
- January 13, 2018
Also, Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan was fined $25,000 and Miami guard Goran Dragic was docked $10,000 for a verbal altercation shortly after the game concluded. Derrick Jones Jr., signed to a two-way contract by the Heat on December 31, made his first start for Miami in place of Tyler Johnson, who strained his left shoulder going through drills at shootaround earlier in the day. (more...)
- January 13, 2018
Also, Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan was fined $25,000 and Miami guard Goran Dragic was docked $10,000 for a verbal altercation shortly after the game concluded. Derrick Jones Jr., signed to a two-way contract by the Heat on December 31, made his first start for Miami in place of Tyler Johnson, who strained his left shoulder going through drills at shootaround earlier in the day. (more...)
Failed Cabinet reshuffle leaves Theresa May looking weak as ever
- January 13, 2018
Monday's reshuffle was blown off course when Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt convinced May at a lengthy meeting not to move him to a different job. The reshuffle was meant to "refresh" May's team after a torrid 2017, when she called a snap election only to lose her parliamentary majority, and in which three of her senior ministers were forced to resign in scandals. (more...)
- January 13, 2018
Monday's reshuffle was blown off course when Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt convinced May at a lengthy meeting not to move him to a different job. The reshuffle was meant to "refresh" May's team after a torrid 2017, when she called a snap election only to lose her parliamentary majority, and in which three of her senior ministers were forced to resign in scandals. (more...)
Cubs' Bryant gets $10.85M, record for 1st arbitration eligible
- January 13, 2018
Coming off a 2017 season riddled with injuries, off-the-field issues and a batting average that has yet to catch up to his elite defensive skills, the 23-year-old Russell has been the subject of trade rumors recently. MLBTR predicts Grimm will get $2.4 million. Former Rookie of the Year and MVP Kris Bryant received a record settlement for a first-time arbitration-eligible player on Friday as he agreed to a one-year, $10.85 million deal with the Chicago Cubs , avoiding arbitration, ... (more...)
- January 13, 2018
Coming off a 2017 season riddled with injuries, off-the-field issues and a batting average that has yet to catch up to his elite defensive skills, the 23-year-old Russell has been the subject of trade rumors recently. MLBTR predicts Grimm will get $2.4 million. Former Rookie of the Year and MVP Kris Bryant received a record settlement for a first-time arbitration-eligible player on Friday as he agreed to a one-year, $10.85 million deal with the Chicago Cubs , avoiding arbitration, ... (more...)
Fog warning remains in place until 10am this morning
- January 13, 2018
Up to 2in of snow could fall at lower levels, with up to 4in predicted in areas above 656ft. Met Eireann has this afternoon issued another Status Orange weather alert, warning that the fog may become more extensive and dense later this evening. (more...)
- January 13, 2018
Up to 2in of snow could fall at lower levels, with up to 4in predicted in areas above 656ft. Met Eireann has this afternoon issued another Status Orange weather alert, warning that the fog may become more extensive and dense later this evening. (more...)
NFC Divisional Playoffs: Three things to watch in Saints-Vikings
- January 13, 2018
The Vikings have used Latavius Murray and Jerick McKinnon to fill in for Cook, who had 127 rushing yards in last time out. Alvin Kamara is probably not interested in hearing any of that. Slot cornerback Mackensie Alexander would most likely see an increased role in Sunday's NFC Divisional playoff against the Saints if Newman is limited or held out. (more...)
- January 13, 2018
The Vikings have used Latavius Murray and Jerick McKinnon to fill in for Cook, who had 127 rushing yards in last time out. Alvin Kamara is probably not interested in hearing any of that. Slot cornerback Mackensie Alexander would most likely see an increased role in Sunday's NFC Divisional playoff against the Saints if Newman is limited or held out. (more...)
Saints win over Carolina 31-26; will now face the Vikings
- January 13, 2018
Carolina had no problem getting within scoring distance against New Orleans , but the Panthers had major issues finding the endzone. "That last series, really taking over, that's what we needed to do". But in revisions to its concussion policy announced December 29, the National Football League said it would "require a locker room concussion evaluation for all players demonstrating gross or sustained vertical instability (e.g., stumbling or falling to the ground when trying to stand)". (more...)
- January 13, 2018
Carolina had no problem getting within scoring distance against New Orleans , but the Panthers had major issues finding the endzone. "That last series, really taking over, that's what we needed to do". But in revisions to its concussion policy announced December 29, the National Football League said it would "require a locker room concussion evaluation for all players demonstrating gross or sustained vertical instability (e.g., stumbling or falling to the ground when trying to stand)". (more...)
Richie Incognito had 'misunderstanding' with Yannick Ngakoue, says Bills GM
- January 13, 2018
Our plan did not change". "I was next to my guy the entire game and the entire season, and believe me, if he was saying some racist stuff, I would have been the first to let him know that was out of line". Buffalo guard Richie Incognito (64) sets up to block during Sunday's first-round playoff loss to the Jaguars. McDermott said the decision on Dennison's future will be his, but he will discuss it with Beane. (more...)
- January 13, 2018
Our plan did not change". "I was next to my guy the entire game and the entire season, and believe me, if he was saying some racist stuff, I would have been the first to let him know that was out of line". Buffalo guard Richie Incognito (64) sets up to block during Sunday's first-round playoff loss to the Jaguars. McDermott said the decision on Dennison's future will be his, but he will discuss it with Beane. (more...)
Liverpool willing to sell Daniel Sturridge for £30 million
- January 12, 2018
The former City and Chelsea striker doesn't even make the bench for the Reds these days having his place usurped by the industrious Danny Ings. Liverpool are open to letting Daniel Sturridge leave the club this month, but they would want £30million for him, according to the Liverpool Echo . (more...)
- January 12, 2018
The former City and Chelsea striker doesn't even make the bench for the Reds these days having his place usurped by the industrious Danny Ings. Liverpool are open to letting Daniel Sturridge leave the club this month, but they would want £30million for him, according to the Liverpool Echo . (more...)
Israel PM Netanyahu to arrive on six-day visit to India
- January 12, 2018
The visit come months after Modi's trip to Israel in July past year - a first by an Indian Prime Minister since the two countries established diplomatic ties only in 1992 even as India had recognized the Jewish state soon after it was founded. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
The visit come months after Modi's trip to Israel in July past year - a first by an Indian Prime Minister since the two countries established diplomatic ties only in 1992 even as India had recognized the Jewish state soon after it was founded. (more...)
Iowa's Gustafson named to Wooden Award Top 25
- January 12, 2018
Additionally, the John R. Wooden Award partners with the Special Olympics Southern California (SOSC) each year to host the Wooden Award Special Olympics Southern California Basketball Tournament. He boasts a season-high of 37 points against Sacramento State, has scored 30 or more points three times, and 20 or more in an impressive 11 games. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
Additionally, the John R. Wooden Award partners with the Special Olympics Southern California (SOSC) each year to host the Wooden Award Special Olympics Southern California Basketball Tournament. He boasts a season-high of 37 points against Sacramento State, has scored 30 or more points three times, and 20 or more in an impressive 11 games. (more...)
Minnesota Vikings vs. New Orleans Saints - 1/14/18 NFL Pick, Odds, and Prediction
- January 12, 2018
According to the change, any player who stumbles or falls down after suffering from potential head injury has to be immediately taken to the locker room where a concussion evaluation would take place. USA Today's Nancy Armour wrote that the NFL should "hammer" the Panthers hile noting the league doesn't care about its players. Brees followed the Ginn TD by completing 7 of 7 passes for 77 yards and a 9-yard TD pass to tight end Josh Hill on the next drive. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
According to the change, any player who stumbles or falls down after suffering from potential head injury has to be immediately taken to the locker room where a concussion evaluation would take place. USA Today's Nancy Armour wrote that the NFL should "hammer" the Panthers hile noting the league doesn't care about its players. Brees followed the Ginn TD by completing 7 of 7 passes for 77 yards and a 9-yard TD pass to tight end Josh Hill on the next drive. (more...)
Norv Turner finalizing deal to become Panthers' offensive coordinator
- January 12, 2018
He will replace the recently fired Mike Shula in that role . Jordan, an animated personality who has never shied away from the occasional bulletin-board material, also referred to Panthers offensive tackle as "Speedbump McGee" after finishing Sunday's game with a sack, an assist on another sack and two batted passes. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
He will replace the recently fired Mike Shula in that role . Jordan, an animated personality who has never shied away from the occasional bulletin-board material, also referred to Panthers offensive tackle as "Speedbump McGee" after finishing Sunday's game with a sack, an assist on another sack and two batted passes. (more...)
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