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Wimbledon 2018 Kevin Anderson faces Roger Federer quarterfinals after beating Gael Monfils
- July 10, 2018
The 28-year-old Nishikori is the first Japanese man to reach the quarterfinals at Wimbledon since Shuzo Matsuoka in 1995. Since he exited Wimbledon at the first-round stage previous year, Anderson has enjoyed a solid return, making four finals, including his deep run at the US Open where he finished runner-up to Rafael Nadal . (more...)
- July 10, 2018
The 28-year-old Nishikori is the first Japanese man to reach the quarterfinals at Wimbledon since Shuzo Matsuoka in 1995. Since he exited Wimbledon at the first-round stage previous year, Anderson has enjoyed a solid return, making four finals, including his deep run at the US Open where he finished runner-up to Rafael Nadal . (more...)
Modric reveals Croatia biggest concern ahead of England clash
- July 10, 2018
England , who made an early impression with a 6-1 crushing of Panama in the group stage, then overcame their shootout hoodoo in beating Colombia in the last 16 and looked composed and mature in the 2-0 quarterfinal victory over Sweden. Since 1998, Croatia have endured disappointments at major tournaments themselves, notably losing on penalties to Turkey in the Euro 2008 quarter-finals. (more...)
- July 10, 2018
England , who made an early impression with a 6-1 crushing of Panama in the group stage, then overcame their shootout hoodoo in beating Colombia in the last 16 and looked composed and mature in the 2-0 quarterfinal victory over Sweden. Since 1998, Croatia have endured disappointments at major tournaments themselves, notably losing on penalties to Turkey in the Euro 2008 quarter-finals. (more...)
Luc Mbah a Moute leaves Rockets, agrees to deal with Clippers
- July 10, 2018
As their roster now sits, the Thunder would owe approximately $310 million in salary and luxury tax next season which would be a record. A move away from the Thunder for Anthony to either the Rockets or the Heat would benefit all parties involved, as the Thunder receive their cost savings, while Melo will get more minutes at either franchise listed as possible destinations. (more...)
- July 10, 2018
As their roster now sits, the Thunder would owe approximately $310 million in salary and luxury tax next season which would be a record. A move away from the Thunder for Anthony to either the Rockets or the Heat would benefit all parties involved, as the Thunder receive their cost savings, while Melo will get more minutes at either franchise listed as possible destinations. (more...)
Fred reveals his disappointment at Brazil's World Cup quarter-final exit
- July 10, 2018
But the 69-year-old former manager's recollection doesn't necessarily begin with Ronaldo's double in the World Cup final or The Selecao coming back to beat Michael Owen-led England in that tournament. Sergei Saprykin and Maria Karlova from Sevastopol said they were "completely satisfied with the game". "I wouldn't say there are any glaring weaknesses (in England's team) since they are in the semi-finals, that says it all". (more...)
- July 10, 2018
But the 69-year-old former manager's recollection doesn't necessarily begin with Ronaldo's double in the World Cup final or The Selecao coming back to beat Michael Owen-led England in that tournament. Sergei Saprykin and Maria Karlova from Sevastopol said they were "completely satisfied with the game". "I wouldn't say there are any glaring weaknesses (in England's team) since they are in the semi-finals, that says it all". (more...)
Body of Renard Matthews is propped in front of TV for memorial
- July 10, 2018
Kyrie Irving jersey and socks included, too. We get used to seeing each other occupy certain spaces so I think there's something strangely lovely about wanting to see Renard Matthews in that chair, controller in hand, one last time. The teen was shot in the head in the Florida neighborhood of New Orleans on June 26, according to the New Orleans Times-Picayune . During his remembrance on Sunday, the family had Matthews preserved and placed in stance that reflected his low-key lifestyle. (more...)
- July 10, 2018
Kyrie Irving jersey and socks included, too. We get used to seeing each other occupy certain spaces so I think there's something strangely lovely about wanting to see Renard Matthews in that chair, controller in hand, one last time. The teen was shot in the head in the Florida neighborhood of New Orleans on June 26, according to the New Orleans Times-Picayune . During his remembrance on Sunday, the family had Matthews preserved and placed in stance that reflected his low-key lifestyle. (more...)
Croatia ready for England in spite of extended matches
- July 10, 2018
We could only prove our worth by working hard", Cherchesov said at the post-match press conference. Speaking at his pre-match press conference, Dalic said: "We can not choose our opponents, hosts or otherwise". The victory overwhelmed Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic, who cried after Rakitic's winning penalty. Whether Russian football will revert to its pre-World Cup domestic issues of racism and fan violence once the tournament is over remains to be seen. (more...)
- July 10, 2018
We could only prove our worth by working hard", Cherchesov said at the post-match press conference. Speaking at his pre-match press conference, Dalic said: "We can not choose our opponents, hosts or otherwise". The victory overwhelmed Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic, who cried after Rakitic's winning penalty. Whether Russian football will revert to its pre-World Cup domestic issues of racism and fan violence once the tournament is over remains to be seen. (more...)
England vs India - Highlights & Stats
- July 10, 2018
That wicket and the consequent quiet, with Pandya promoted ahead of MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina, left India 44 to get in four overs. He made his India debut against England in 3rd T20I at Bristol on Sunday and finished with figures of 1/43 at an economy of 10.75. (more...)
- July 10, 2018
That wicket and the consequent quiet, with Pandya promoted ahead of MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina, left India 44 to get in four overs. He made his India debut against England in 3rd T20I at Bristol on Sunday and finished with figures of 1/43 at an economy of 10.75. (more...)
Deschamps brands Henry as France's 'enemy'
- July 10, 2018
The match kicks-off at 20:00 hrs (BST) at Krestovsky Stadium in St. Petersburg. Cunha disallowed a goal by Iran's Saeid Ezatolahi after an assistant referee and the video assistant signaled the player was offside. Croatia´s midfielder Luka Modric celebrates scoring his penalty during the Russian Federation 2018 World Cup quarter-final football match between Russian Federation and Croatia at the Fisht Stadium in Sochi on July 7, 2018. (more...)
- July 10, 2018
The match kicks-off at 20:00 hrs (BST) at Krestovsky Stadium in St. Petersburg. Cunha disallowed a goal by Iran's Saeid Ezatolahi after an assistant referee and the video assistant signaled the player was offside. Croatia´s midfielder Luka Modric celebrates scoring his penalty during the Russian Federation 2018 World Cup quarter-final football match between Russian Federation and Croatia at the Fisht Stadium in Sochi on July 7, 2018. (more...)
Cristiano Ronaldo transfer to Juventus takes a new twist
- July 10, 2018
Cristiano Ronaldo's future may be unclear, but the superstar forward is enjoying a well-deserved holiday. That set up a last-16 tie with Uruguay, and Ronaldo was largely anonymous as his team exited the competition with a 2-1 defeat. The Real Madrid president is ready to make a straight swap between the players this summer, and utilise the interest the Red Devils have shown in the Welsh International for the past few summers. (more...)
- July 10, 2018
Cristiano Ronaldo's future may be unclear, but the superstar forward is enjoying a well-deserved holiday. That set up a last-16 tie with Uruguay, and Ronaldo was largely anonymous as his team exited the competition with a 2-1 defeat. The Real Madrid president is ready to make a straight swap between the players this summer, and utilise the interest the Red Devils have shown in the Welsh International for the past few summers. (more...)
Paulinho rejoins Guangzhou Evergrande 11 months after €40m Barcelona move
- July 10, 2018
The Brazil global was a surprise signing for Barcelona last August but helped Ernesto Valverde's men to win a domestic double of LaLiga and Copa del Rey titles, hitting nine league goals in 21 starts. "After training in Evergrande and Barcelona , and following the Brazilian national team in the World Cup , I got a good experience". "I chose to return to the Super League this time, hoping to bring more championships to Guangzhou and Guangzhou fans. (more...)
- July 10, 2018
The Brazil global was a surprise signing for Barcelona last August but helped Ernesto Valverde's men to win a domestic double of LaLiga and Copa del Rey titles, hitting nine league goals in 21 starts. "After training in Evergrande and Barcelona , and following the Brazilian national team in the World Cup , I got a good experience". "I chose to return to the Super League this time, hoping to bring more championships to Guangzhou and Guangzhou fans. (more...)
Croatia working extra, says it will have enough for England
- July 10, 2018
The World Cup numbers game continues as eight teams became four after the quarterfinals of the World Cup with France , Belgium , England and Croatia progressing while Brazil , Uruguay, Sweden and the hosts, Russia, bowed out. They handed them possession and despite playing four times fewer passes than Spain's 1,137 over 120 minutes, they successfully shut them out of their box. (more...)
- July 10, 2018
The World Cup numbers game continues as eight teams became four after the quarterfinals of the World Cup with France , Belgium , England and Croatia progressing while Brazil , Uruguay, Sweden and the hosts, Russia, bowed out. They handed them possession and despite playing four times fewer passes than Spain's 1,137 over 120 minutes, they successfully shut them out of their box. (more...)
British Grand Prix: F1
- July 10, 2018
Lewis Hamilton has been accused of "crying like a girl" and urged to take up ballet by Kimi Raikkonen's wife following his collision with the Ferrari driver at the British Grand Prix . Following a poor start from pole position, Hamilton found himself in third-place going into Turn 3 as he looked to make up lost positions. Both spun and rejoined, Hamilton after running off track. (more...)
- July 10, 2018
Lewis Hamilton has been accused of "crying like a girl" and urged to take up ballet by Kimi Raikkonen's wife following his collision with the Ferrari driver at the British Grand Prix . Following a poor start from pole position, Hamilton found himself in third-place going into Turn 3 as he looked to make up lost positions. Both spun and rejoined, Hamilton after running off track. (more...)
The calm before the semi-final storm
- July 10, 2018
Croatia , with seemingly the entire nation backing the Three Lions from near and far. England fans have been superb since day one and they're going to have to be louder than ever for the Croatia game. "We had events where I met a lot of them, they told me their stories and how many years they've been travelling, watching England and what it means to them". (more...)
- July 10, 2018
Croatia , with seemingly the entire nation backing the Three Lions from near and far. England fans have been superb since day one and they're going to have to be louder than ever for the Croatia game. "We had events where I met a lot of them, they told me their stories and how many years they've been travelling, watching England and what it means to them". (more...)
Pope Francis consoles Brazil football fans after Fifa World Cup exit
- July 10, 2018
The Brazilian, who spent 14 MINUTES on the floor during the World Cup , frustrated so many fans. In fact, he spent most of his time in Russian Federation on the floor, diving and rolling all over the place in games in an attempt to con the referee. (more...)
- July 10, 2018
The Brazilian, who spent 14 MINUTES on the floor during the World Cup , frustrated so many fans. In fact, he spent most of his time in Russian Federation on the floor, diving and rolling all over the place in games in an attempt to con the referee. (more...)
Nearly 24 million people tuned in to watch England v Sweden
- July 09, 2018
On Tuesday, England knocked Colombia out of the World Cup after amazingly beating the team on penalties - their first EVER penalty shootout victory in World Cup History. Hart, capped 75 times by England, played cricket for his local club as a youngster before focusing on his football career at Shrewsbury Town. Joe said the mood among England fans was excitable. (more...)
- July 09, 2018
On Tuesday, England knocked Colombia out of the World Cup after amazingly beating the team on penalties - their first EVER penalty shootout victory in World Cup History. Hart, capped 75 times by England, played cricket for his local club as a youngster before focusing on his football career at Shrewsbury Town. Joe said the mood among England fans was excitable. (more...)
Nadal critical of 25-second shot clock plan
- July 09, 2018
He explained: "I don't know if they did it intentionally, but all the organisers put the Brits on first up on the schedule in time to watch the football later, which is great". The scoreboard said 6-4 6-3 6-4 to Rafael Nadal but it was an uneasy two-and-a-half hours for the Spanish world number one as he labored past Kazakhstan's Mikhail Kukushkin into the Wimbledon third round on Thursday. (more...)
- July 09, 2018
He explained: "I don't know if they did it intentionally, but all the organisers put the Brits on first up on the schedule in time to watch the football later, which is great". The scoreboard said 6-4 6-3 6-4 to Rafael Nadal but it was an uneasy two-and-a-half hours for the Spanish world number one as he labored past Kazakhstan's Mikhail Kukushkin into the Wimbledon third round on Thursday. (more...)
Newton takes Chelsea training (not Conte)
- July 09, 2018
Manager and board fell out over transfers last season and their relationship is said to be irreparable, though the Chelsea board's desire to avoid massive compensation fees means Conte is still in charge. While a number of his players have been away on global duty at the World Cup, those who have not been to Russian Federation have returned to Chelsea's Cobham training ground to start getting into shape once again. (more...)
- July 09, 2018
Manager and board fell out over transfers last season and their relationship is said to be irreparable, though the Chelsea board's desire to avoid massive compensation fees means Conte is still in charge. While a number of his players have been away on global duty at the World Cup, those who have not been to Russian Federation have returned to Chelsea's Cobham training ground to start getting into shape once again. (more...)
Wimbledon 2018: Irrepressible Rafael Nadal marches past Jiri Vesely into last eight
- July 09, 2018
The win for Nadal over his fellow left-hander handed him a 35th career Grand Slam quarter-final berth against Juan Martin del Potro , the fifth-seeded Argentine, or unseeded Gilles Simon of France. The 2017 French Open champion Ostapenko lost her first two service games and went 5-2 down in the opening set before rallying to force a tiebreaker against her Belarussian opponent. (more...)
- July 09, 2018
The win for Nadal over his fellow left-hander handed him a 35th career Grand Slam quarter-final berth against Juan Martin del Potro , the fifth-seeded Argentine, or unseeded Gilles Simon of France. The 2017 French Open champion Ostapenko lost her first two service games and went 5-2 down in the opening set before rallying to force a tiebreaker against her Belarussian opponent. (more...)
England fan instantly regrets jumping onto bus stop roof during celebrations
- July 09, 2018
Several people were pictured climbing on to the vehicle which was parked in Borough High Street while an officer responded to a call nearby. Emergency services urged people to share photos on social media to help them find people who damaged the auto. (more...)
- July 09, 2018
Several people were pictured climbing on to the vehicle which was parked in Borough High Street while an officer responded to a call nearby. Emergency services urged people to share photos on social media to help them find people who damaged the auto. (more...)
West Ham Confirm The Signing Of Jack Wilshere
- July 09, 2018
West Ham United hope to complete three transfers this week starting with Jack Wilshere , who has had a medical and an offer of a three-year contract. "On the biggest stage, he has shown that he has game-changing abilities, as well as having the creativity and intelligence to make a real difference to our squad". (more...)
- July 09, 2018
West Ham United hope to complete three transfers this week starting with Jack Wilshere , who has had a medical and an offer of a three-year contract. "On the biggest stage, he has shown that he has game-changing abilities, as well as having the creativity and intelligence to make a real difference to our squad". (more...)
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