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Denmark - World Cup - 1 July 2018
- July 02, 2018
Croatia's three victories in have led many to claim that Croatia could win the World Cup 2018, especially in a tournament where there appears no outstanding favourite. Dalic is expected to recall all the big-name players who were rested for Tuesday's 2-1 win against Iceland. Braithwaite lashed a loose ball wide from an angle after Yussuf Poulsen had caused problems with a cross and Denmark soon threatened again, Delaney getting into the area but unable to find a final pass. (more...)
- July 02, 2018
Croatia's three victories in have led many to claim that Croatia could win the World Cup 2018, especially in a tournament where there appears no outstanding favourite. Dalic is expected to recall all the big-name players who were rested for Tuesday's 2-1 win against Iceland. Braithwaite lashed a loose ball wide from an angle after Yussuf Poulsen had caused problems with a cross and Denmark soon threatened again, Delaney getting into the area but unable to find a final pass. (more...)
Oklahoma City Thunder Fans Want LeBron James After Paul George Re-Signs
- July 01, 2018
He did on Saturday, to a deal ESPN reported to be for four years and $137 million. George made his announcement on stage at Russell Westbrook's house party , alerting the crowd that he would be staying in OKC for a long time. Obviously, the Thunder can't honestly afford LeBron James . However, stranger things have happened in the past. ESPN's Bobby Marks reported on Saturday night that the 11 players under contract would cost the Thunder $156 million in salary and $130 million in ... (more...)
- July 01, 2018
He did on Saturday, to a deal ESPN reported to be for four years and $137 million. George made his announcement on stage at Russell Westbrook's house party , alerting the crowd that he would be staying in OKC for a long time. Obviously, the Thunder can't honestly afford LeBron James . However, stranger things have happened in the past. ESPN's Bobby Marks reported on Saturday night that the 11 players under contract would cost the Thunder $156 million in salary and $130 million in ... (more...)
World Cup Hosts Russia Knock Off Spain In Penalties
- July 01, 2018
The 2010 world champions took the lead courtesy after Sergei Ignashevich turned the ball into his own net in a freaky goal under pressure from Ramos. Nobody missed after the first four penalties but Spain were on the ropes when Koke saw his effort parried away by Akinfeev. (more...)
- July 01, 2018
The 2010 world champions took the lead courtesy after Sergei Ignashevich turned the ball into his own net in a freaky goal under pressure from Ramos. Nobody missed after the first four penalties but Spain were on the ropes when Koke saw his effort parried away by Akinfeev. (more...)
Croatia 1-1 Denmark
- July 01, 2018
He has had a fantastic season at Tottenham, and I am sure he is ( Denmark's ) best player. Pione Sisto could be a key player for Denmark in Nizhny Novgorod. Denmark must be exhausted of hearing about Croatia's success thus far. 'The Croatians have a fantastic midfield and have probably been the best team in the tournament, ' said Hareide. (more...)
- July 01, 2018
He has had a fantastic season at Tottenham, and I am sure he is ( Denmark's ) best player. Pione Sisto could be a key player for Denmark in Nizhny Novgorod. Denmark must be exhausted of hearing about Croatia's success thus far. 'The Croatians have a fantastic midfield and have probably been the best team in the tournament, ' said Hareide. (more...)
Igor Akinfeev's incredible kick save helps Russian Federation upset Spain
- July 01, 2018
As a result , the game was decided on penalties which were won by Russian Federation. Russia: Igor Akinfeev, Mario Fernandes, Ilya Kutepov, Sergei Ignashevich, Fyodor Kudryashov, Yuri Zhirkov, Roman Zobnin, Alexander Golovin, Daler Kuzyaev, Alexander Samedov, Artyouba Hello and welcome to the live coverage of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match between Spain and Russia at Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow . (more...)
- July 01, 2018
As a result , the game was decided on penalties which were won by Russian Federation. Russia: Igor Akinfeev, Mario Fernandes, Ilya Kutepov, Sergei Ignashevich, Fyodor Kudryashov, Yuri Zhirkov, Roman Zobnin, Alexander Golovin, Daler Kuzyaev, Alexander Samedov, Artyouba Hello and welcome to the live coverage of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match between Spain and Russia at Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow . (more...)
Hareide tips Eriksen to match Modric in last 16 duel
- July 01, 2018
Just two of Denmark's last 10 fixtures have featured goals before the break, meaning odds of 11/10 (2.10 ) look like solid value on the second half proving the highest-scoring for Croatia's sixth game in seven. But despite managerial turmoil, the Vatreni achieved a brilliant turnaround and were one of the three sides that went unbeaten in the group stages. The Scandinavian side are expected to stick around with Martin Brathwaite ahead of Yussuf Poulsen. (more...)
- July 01, 2018
Just two of Denmark's last 10 fixtures have featured goals before the break, meaning odds of 11/10 (2.10 ) look like solid value on the second half proving the highest-scoring for Croatia's sixth game in seven. But despite managerial turmoil, the Vatreni achieved a brilliant turnaround and were one of the three sides that went unbeaten in the group stages. The Scandinavian side are expected to stick around with Martin Brathwaite ahead of Yussuf Poulsen. (more...)
Madrid tell Liverpool that Asensio is not for sale
- July 01, 2018
It's claimed that AS Roma will demand a fee in the region of €80M for their prize asset, which seems steep. A move to Real Madrid is the most probable scenario. Such instability has left a number of key first-team players unsure of the future, and Courtois has always been desperate for a return to LaLiga. The Blues will hope to attract an offer of around £50m to sell Courtois, a player who has won two Premier League titles. (more...)
- July 01, 2018
It's claimed that AS Roma will demand a fee in the region of €80M for their prize asset, which seems steep. A move to Real Madrid is the most probable scenario. Such instability has left a number of key first-team players unsure of the future, and Courtois has always been desperate for a return to LaLiga. The Blues will hope to attract an offer of around £50m to sell Courtois, a player who has won two Premier League titles. (more...)
Sebastian Vettel overtakes Lewis Hamilton during Austrian GP
- July 01, 2018
From there it looked set to be a comfortable race for Mercedes , but the drama started on lap 14 when Bottas was forced to retire with a loss of hydraulic pressure. Amid those retirements, Raikkonen was closing in quickly on Verstappen - who also had concerns over blistering - but the Dutchman had enough pace in hand in front of a huge number of supporters to hold on by 1.5 seconds. (more...)
- July 01, 2018
From there it looked set to be a comfortable race for Mercedes , but the drama started on lap 14 when Bottas was forced to retire with a loss of hydraulic pressure. Amid those retirements, Raikkonen was closing in quickly on Verstappen - who also had concerns over blistering - but the Dutchman had enough pace in hand in front of a huge number of supporters to hold on by 1.5 seconds. (more...)
Germany's World Cup was a disaster waiting to happen
- July 01, 2018
Germany's chances got cloudy after Sweden took a 3-0 lead against Mexico in the second half. South Korea also needs Sweden to lose against Mexico in the other group match to finish with a better goal difference. I was as shocked as everyone else to see them exit yesterday, losing 2-0 to South Korea . The 1966 World Cup is not fondly remembered by everyone. (more...)
- July 01, 2018
Germany's chances got cloudy after Sweden took a 3-0 lead against Mexico in the second half. South Korea also needs Sweden to lose against Mexico in the other group match to finish with a better goal difference. I was as shocked as everyone else to see them exit yesterday, losing 2-0 to South Korea . The 1966 World Cup is not fondly remembered by everyone. (more...)
Thunder's Paul George decides to become free agent
- July 01, 2018
George played last season with the Thunder, averaging 22 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists per game. Per Wojnarowski, Oklahoma City GM Sam Presti , coach Billy Donovan and Westbrook "have made a strong case on a future with the Thunder". They got Paul George to re-sign. Jerami Grant agreed to a three-year, $27 million contract to remain with the Thunder, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported, a little more than a half hour after Paul George committed to return to OKC. (more...)
- July 01, 2018
George played last season with the Thunder, averaging 22 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists per game. Per Wojnarowski, Oklahoma City GM Sam Presti , coach Billy Donovan and Westbrook "have made a strong case on a future with the Thunder". They got Paul George to re-sign. Jerami Grant agreed to a three-year, $27 million contract to remain with the Thunder, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported, a little more than a half hour after Paul George committed to return to OKC. (more...)
Deontay Wilder-Anthony Joshua Fight On Hold, New Opponent Instead
- July 01, 2018
The boxing community was in an outrage yesterday when it was determined that a heavyweight showdown between Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder was officially dead for 2018. With respect to a mega-fight, Wilder really has no other options and outside of some of his ardent followers, he'll never be considered the world champ until he beats Joshua. (more...)
- July 01, 2018
The boxing community was in an outrage yesterday when it was determined that a heavyweight showdown between Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder was officially dead for 2018. With respect to a mega-fight, Wilder really has no other options and outside of some of his ardent followers, he'll never be considered the world champ until he beats Joshua. (more...)
Kevin Durant To Sign 2-Year, $61.5M Deal With Warriors
- July 01, 2018
From a financial perspective, the Dubs can offer KD more money than anyone, and after leaving money on the table last summer so Golden State could afford to re-sign Andre Iguodala and Shaun Livingston , he's due for a massive payday. Stephen Curry is on board. He will have the chance to become a free agent after the year. Kerr is entering the final season of the five-year, $25 million deal that he signed in May of 2014. (more...)
- July 01, 2018
From a financial perspective, the Dubs can offer KD more money than anyone, and after leaving money on the table last summer so Golden State could afford to re-sign Andre Iguodala and Shaun Livingston , he's due for a massive payday. Stephen Curry is on board. He will have the chance to become a free agent after the year. Kerr is entering the final season of the five-year, $25 million deal that he signed in May of 2014. (more...)
LeBron James returns to LA hours before free agency opens
- July 01, 2018
And even though the Lakers failed to make the playoffs this past season, a player like James could lure other big names in free agency, such as Paul George or Kawhi Leonard . The Cavaliers still advanced to the NBA Finals for the fourth straight season, but the Warriors swept James, who turned in a Herculean effort. James will factor family - he has three children, and his oldest son is a rising hoops star - into the choice of where he plays next. (more...)
- July 01, 2018
And even though the Lakers failed to make the playoffs this past season, a player like James could lure other big names in free agency, such as Paul George or Kawhi Leonard . The Cavaliers still advanced to the NBA Finals for the fourth straight season, but the Warriors swept James, who turned in a Herculean effort. James will factor family - he has three children, and his oldest son is a rising hoops star - into the choice of where he plays next. (more...)
Jerami Grant agrees with Oklahoma City Thunder, 3-year, $27 million contract
- July 01, 2018
Growing up in California, he has long stated his desire to suit up for the Lakers and has been linked heavily to the hometown team in Los Angeles. George clearly enjoyed playing alongside superstar guard Russell Westbrook and decided that was going to be the best path for him. (more...)
- July 01, 2018
Growing up in California, he has long stated his desire to suit up for the Lakers and has been linked heavily to the hometown team in Los Angeles. George clearly enjoyed playing alongside superstar guard Russell Westbrook and decided that was going to be the best path for him. (more...)
Jordan signing 1-year contract Mavericks
- July 01, 2018
If Ryan Spalding , Kostas Antetokounmpo or Duop Reath get pushed up from the Summer League roster, Jordan can mentor the young forwards as the develop their game in the National Basketball Association. READ: Is DeAndre Jordan even a good idea for the Mavs? And although the Houston, Texas, native long has been connected to the Dallas Mavericks , the Warriors plan to make a run at the 29-year-old, The New York Times' Marc Stein reported Saturday, citing sources. (more...)
- July 01, 2018
If Ryan Spalding , Kostas Antetokounmpo or Duop Reath get pushed up from the Summer League roster, Jordan can mentor the young forwards as the develop their game in the National Basketball Association. READ: Is DeAndre Jordan even a good idea for the Mavs? And although the Houston, Texas, native long has been connected to the Dallas Mavericks , the Warriors plan to make a run at the 29-year-old, The New York Times' Marc Stein reported Saturday, citing sources. (more...)
Angelina Jolie treated like royalty in Queen Elizabeth's absence
- July 01, 2018
The actress, director and activist attended the Service of Commemoration and Dedication, marking the 200th anniversary of the order of St Michael and St George, at St Paul's Cathedral on Thursday - the very same service Queen Elizabeth made a decision to skip after feeling unwell. (more...)
- July 01, 2018
The actress, director and activist attended the Service of Commemoration and Dedication, marking the 200th anniversary of the order of St Michael and St George, at St Paul's Cathedral on Thursday - the very same service Queen Elizabeth made a decision to skip after feeling unwell. (more...)
LeBron opts out of Cavs deal, sets up National Basketball Association free agency circus
- July 01, 2018
On Wednesday, ESPN reported there was mounting pressure on the Lakers to land Leonard , believing it could help them get James. According to ESPN's Ramona Shelburne, Adrian Wojnarowski, and Brian Windhorst , the Lakers and the San Antonio Spurs have reengaged in trade talks centered on Leonard. (more...)
- July 01, 2018
On Wednesday, ESPN reported there was mounting pressure on the Lakers to land Leonard , believing it could help them get James. According to ESPN's Ramona Shelburne, Adrian Wojnarowski, and Brian Windhorst , the Lakers and the San Antonio Spurs have reengaged in trade talks centered on Leonard. (more...)
Clinical Edinson Cavani shatters Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup dream
- July 01, 2018
That was, of course, just four years after Suarez had denied Ghana a place in the 2010 World Cup semifinals with a deliberate handball on the line to prevent a certain goal. After huffing and puffing his way through the opening two group matches, Uruguay's talisman Edinson Cavani has finally arrived at the party, and in some style. (more...)
- July 01, 2018
That was, of course, just four years after Suarez had denied Ghana a place in the 2010 World Cup semifinals with a deliberate handball on the line to prevent a certain goal. After huffing and puffing his way through the opening two group matches, Uruguay's talisman Edinson Cavani has finally arrived at the party, and in some style. (more...)
Uruguay not just focusing on Cristiano Ronaldo
- July 01, 2018
After winning a gold medal with Argentina in the 2008 Beijing Olympics, many expected the little forward to take his country to glory in a World Cup or at least the Copa America. Portugal coach Fernando Santos told a news conference he hopes Ronaldo will be available for the start of the Nations League in September. Speaking to reporters, he said: "When it comes to the rivalry with Ronaldo at club level that's a different thing altogether". (more...)
- July 01, 2018
After winning a gold medal with Argentina in the 2008 Beijing Olympics, many expected the little forward to take his country to glory in a World Cup or at least the Copa America. Portugal coach Fernando Santos told a news conference he hopes Ronaldo will be available for the start of the Nations League in September. Speaking to reporters, he said: "When it comes to the rivalry with Ronaldo at club level that's a different thing altogether". (more...)
'Lionel Messi can't play Barcelona way for Argentina'
- June 30, 2018
The 48 games have produced 122 goals, an average of 2.5 goals per match, just below the level for the 2014 tournament as a whole, with just one goalless draw - the tepid final Group C match between France and Denmark. The round of 16 fixtures are already scheduled, with the first games starting on Saturday, but before fans are treated to a spectacle in knockout rounds of the tournament, there were some standout players in the group stages who are worth noting. (more...)
- June 30, 2018
The 48 games have produced 122 goals, an average of 2.5 goals per match, just below the level for the 2014 tournament as a whole, with just one goalless draw - the tepid final Group C match between France and Denmark. The round of 16 fixtures are already scheduled, with the first games starting on Saturday, but before fans are treated to a spectacle in knockout rounds of the tournament, there were some standout players in the group stages who are worth noting. (more...)
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