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Win or go home: Colts-Titans game flexed to 'SNF'
- December 24, 2018
But first things first: the Patriots need to close out the season with a win over the Jets to nail down a first-round bye. At 8-6-1, the Steelers losing to the NFC-leading Saints would open the door for the Ravens to steal the AFC North with a victory over the Cleveland Browns . (more...)
- December 24, 2018
But first things first: the Patriots need to close out the season with a win over the Jets to nail down a first-round bye. At 8-6-1, the Steelers losing to the NFC-leading Saints would open the door for the Ravens to steal the AFC North with a victory over the Cleveland Browns . (more...)
UFC 232 to be moved from Las Vegas to Los Angeles
- December 24, 2018
Either scenario leaves myself and a number of other fighters whose careers have been similarly damaged by past testing claims to wonder what this says about USADA's consistency and their tests' reliability. For those who may jump the gun in labeling Jones as dirty once again, Foster simply referred to the former light heavyweight champ as a "clean athlete". (more...)
- December 24, 2018
Either scenario leaves myself and a number of other fighters whose careers have been similarly damaged by past testing claims to wonder what this says about USADA's consistency and their tests' reliability. For those who may jump the gun in labeling Jones as dirty once again, Foster simply referred to the former light heavyweight champ as a "clean athlete". (more...)
Ashley Young: Manchester United players didn't celebrate Jose Mourinho sacking
- December 24, 2018
The former United striker got off to the flawless start, by guiding the team to a 5-1 victory over Cardiff City on Saturday. As a result, fans have been given a new lease on life and hopes of Champions League qualification have been given a major boost as United look to make the top four. (more...)
- December 24, 2018
The former United striker got off to the flawless start, by guiding the team to a 5-1 victory over Cardiff City on Saturday. As a result, fans have been given a new lease on life and hopes of Champions League qualification have been given a major boost as United look to make the top four. (more...)
MS Dhoni returns to India's T20I squad for New Zealand tour
- December 24, 2018
Former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni was recalled to the T20I squad for the New Zealand tour after missing the last six matches in this format. India squad for T2oI against New Zealand: India's squad for T20I series against New Zealand: Virat (Capt), Rohit (vc), KL Rahul, Shikhar Dhawan, Rishabh Pant , Dinesh Karthik , Kedar Jadhav , MS Dhoni (WK), Hardik Pandya , Krunal Pandya, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jasprit Bumrah, Khaleel Ahmed. (more...)
- December 24, 2018
Former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni was recalled to the T20I squad for the New Zealand tour after missing the last six matches in this format. India squad for T2oI against New Zealand: India's squad for T20I series against New Zealand: Virat (Capt), Rohit (vc), KL Rahul, Shikhar Dhawan, Rishabh Pant , Dinesh Karthik , Kedar Jadhav , MS Dhoni (WK), Hardik Pandya , Krunal Pandya, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jasprit Bumrah, Khaleel Ahmed. (more...)
Mourinho deserves respect for achievements at Man United - Luke Shaw
- December 24, 2018
Speaking to United's official websiteafter the victory at Cardiff , Shaw said: "As a Man United team, we always try to play quickly, no matter what manager it is or who it's with". Restored to the starting line-up for the first time in four league games, Pogba was instrumental in setting up four of United's five goals on Saturday. (more...)
- December 24, 2018
Speaking to United's official websiteafter the victory at Cardiff , Shaw said: "As a Man United team, we always try to play quickly, no matter what manager it is or who it's with". Restored to the starting line-up for the first time in four league games, Pogba was instrumental in setting up four of United's five goals on Saturday. (more...)
Kane and Son rip Everton apart as Spurs hit six
- December 24, 2018
The Argentinian has been heavily linked with United following Jose Mourinho's sacking, but he stressed Spurs were concentrating on keeping the pressure on the leaders. As if there was any real doubt as to the outcome, Spurs were happy now to play the ball around and soak up the pressure that Everton tried to mount without sufficient quality to overly threaten the visitors. (more...)
- December 24, 2018
The Argentinian has been heavily linked with United following Jose Mourinho's sacking, but he stressed Spurs were concentrating on keeping the pressure on the leaders. As if there was any real doubt as to the outcome, Spurs were happy now to play the ball around and soak up the pressure that Everton tried to mount without sufficient quality to overly threaten the visitors. (more...)
Chelsea set to make move for Fekir
- December 24, 2018
Sarri is reportedly keen on a prolific striker as Morata and Olivier Giroud have struggled in this season, while the coach worked with Higuain during his time at Napoli . Chelsea will look to cement their position in the top four when they take on Leicester City at Stamford Bridge on Saturday afternoon. And the veteran coach admits that he is pleased with how well his team has managed the adjustment in tactical approach and suggested fans have not seen the last of Hazard as a focal ... (more...)
- December 24, 2018
Sarri is reportedly keen on a prolific striker as Morata and Olivier Giroud have struggled in this season, while the coach worked with Higuain during his time at Napoli . Chelsea will look to cement their position in the top four when they take on Leicester City at Stamford Bridge on Saturday afternoon. And the veteran coach admits that he is pleased with how well his team has managed the adjustment in tactical approach and suggested fans have not seen the last of Hazard as a focal ... (more...)
Chris Paul (hamstring) exits early for Rockets on Thursday
- December 24, 2018
An MRI on Friday revealed a Grade 2 strain to his left hamstring and ruled out a more serious injury. Paul dribbled behind his back while moving the right and once the ball was knocked away by Derrick Jones Jr , he immediately clutched the back of his left leg. (more...)
- December 24, 2018
An MRI on Friday revealed a Grade 2 strain to his left hamstring and ruled out a more serious injury. Paul dribbled behind his back while moving the right and once the ball was knocked away by Derrick Jones Jr , he immediately clutched the back of his left leg. (more...)
‘That’s how Man United are expected to play’ - Shaw revels under Solskjaer
- December 24, 2018
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer took charge of United for the first time yesterday in the 5-1 rout of Cardiff City , and having managed the clubs youth sides with great aplomb between 2008 and 2010, the Norwegian has confirmed that he will give the clubs current crop of youngsters a chance during his caretaker spell in charge. (more...)
- December 24, 2018
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer took charge of United for the first time yesterday in the 5-1 rout of Cardiff City , and having managed the clubs youth sides with great aplomb between 2008 and 2010, the Norwegian has confirmed that he will give the clubs current crop of youngsters a chance during his caretaker spell in charge. (more...)
How to Watch Chiefs vs. Seahawks
- December 24, 2018
The Chiefs' secondary had a hard night, as they had to play a quarterback who was on fire. Physicality at guard was especially important against the Chiefs as Kansas City features one of the league's fiercest pass rushing defensive tackles in Chris Jones and entered the game with concerns at right tackle with the much-improved Germaine Ifedi missing the first game of his professional career ( due to injury ) after suffering a groin strain during Thursday's practice. (more...)
- December 24, 2018
The Chiefs' secondary had a hard night, as they had to play a quarterback who was on fire. Physicality at guard was especially important against the Chiefs as Kansas City features one of the league's fiercest pass rushing defensive tackles in Chris Jones and entered the game with concerns at right tackle with the much-improved Germaine Ifedi missing the first game of his professional career ( due to injury ) after suffering a groin strain during Thursday's practice. (more...)
Real Madrid are champions of the world... again
- December 23, 2018
If they win, Real would become the first club to win four Club World Cup championships. "Dreaming, I dreamed it, but I saw it was very far away". "We don't have rest on our laurels". A minute later the Champions League winners were in front as Vazquez delivered the ball from the right, Karim Benzema touched it to Modric and the Croatia global curled a shot into the bottom corner from just outside the box. (more...)
- December 23, 2018
If they win, Real would become the first club to win four Club World Cup championships. "Dreaming, I dreamed it, but I saw it was very far away". "We don't have rest on our laurels". A minute later the Champions League winners were in front as Vazquez delivered the ball from the right, Karim Benzema touched it to Modric and the Croatia global curled a shot into the bottom corner from just outside the box. (more...)
Pep Guardiola bemoans Kyle Walker gifting Crystal Palace key penalty
- December 23, 2018
It's the first time Guardiola's side have lost at the Etihad since the Manchester derby last season. "The first time they pass the halfway line they scored a goal and then a few minutes later they score an incredible goal from Townsend so it was tough". (more...)
- December 23, 2018
It's the first time Guardiola's side have lost at the Etihad since the Manchester derby last season. "The first time they pass the halfway line they scored a goal and then a few minutes later they score an incredible goal from Townsend so it was tough". (more...)
Anthony Joshua: If Wilder Fights Fury, Whyte is Next - Not Miller
- December 23, 2018
Not long thereafter, Dillian Whyte and Dereck Chisora actually shared a nice moment back stage, showing that, at the end of the day, their furious heavyweight slobber-knocker was strictly business. "When the crowd start cheering and saying that they want to see Dillian and if it does happen, I don't want to hear no talk, when I whoop him and knock him out, [people saying] 'Oh, he's had an easy touch, he should have fought Wilder'". (more...)
- December 23, 2018
Not long thereafter, Dillian Whyte and Dereck Chisora actually shared a nice moment back stage, showing that, at the end of the day, their furious heavyweight slobber-knocker was strictly business. "When the crowd start cheering and saying that they want to see Dillian and if it does happen, I don't want to hear no talk, when I whoop him and knock him out, [people saying] 'Oh, he's had an easy touch, he should have fought Wilder'". (more...)
Australia bowlers hope new MCG pitch produces lively encounter
- December 23, 2018
The respective pace attacks are unlikely to receive anywhere near as much assistance at the MCG, where two of the past four Tests have ended in a draw. In a tweet from his official Twitter account, Tendulkar said that more pitches should be curated such as the one in Perth to make Test cricket exciting. (more...)
- December 23, 2018
The respective pace attacks are unlikely to receive anywhere near as much assistance at the MCG, where two of the past four Tests have ended in a draw. In a tweet from his official Twitter account, Tendulkar said that more pitches should be curated such as the one in Perth to make Test cricket exciting. (more...)
Booker, Ayton carry Suns past Celtics for 4th straight win
- December 23, 2018
Boston's locker room remained closed for almost 40 minutes after the game ended. Celtics coach Brad Stevens said after the 111-103 loss on Wednesday night that he could see the break on the X-ray. The Milwaukee Bucks turned their slow start into a long, frustrating night for the Boston Celtics. I know everyone would like to think like, 'Hey, what's going on?' It's just not easy. (more...)
- December 23, 2018
Boston's locker room remained closed for almost 40 minutes after the game ended. Celtics coach Brad Stevens said after the 111-103 loss on Wednesday night that he could see the break on the X-ray. The Milwaukee Bucks turned their slow start into a long, frustrating night for the Boston Celtics. I know everyone would like to think like, 'Hey, what's going on?' It's just not easy. (more...)
Real Madrid win record-breaking Club World Cup
- December 23, 2018
Real Madrid won another Club World Cup on Saturday afternoon and Santiago Solari , who became the first Argentine to win the trophy, gave praise to former coach Zinedine Zidane for making the latest triumph a possibility with last season's Champions League win. (more...)
- December 23, 2018
Real Madrid won another Club World Cup on Saturday afternoon and Santiago Solari , who became the first Argentine to win the trophy, gave praise to former coach Zinedine Zidane for making the latest triumph a possibility with last season's Champions League win. (more...)
Oakland Raiders Send Shockwaves Through The NFL By Signing This Quarterback
- December 22, 2018
Nathan Peterman is Oakland bound. With only two weeks left in this year's regular season, the Raiders are 3-11 and will miss the playoffs. On Thursday, a day after the Raiders signed Peterman , Gruden revealed that his plans for Peterman likely involve the quarterback remaining with the team into the offseason, when Gruden hopes to "restart" him . (more...)
- December 22, 2018
Nathan Peterman is Oakland bound. With only two weeks left in this year's regular season, the Raiders are 3-11 and will miss the playoffs. On Thursday, a day after the Raiders signed Peterman , Gruden revealed that his plans for Peterman likely involve the quarterback remaining with the team into the offseason, when Gruden hopes to "restart" him . (more...)
Boxing champion, Anthony Joshua gets awarded OBE title by Prince Charles
- December 22, 2018
After the ceremony, Joshua posed for pictures on the palace grounds with members of the Queen's Guard and Freddie Cunningham, Iwan Llewelyn and Andy Bell, who also received honours for services to sport. The 29-year-old will be ringside at the O2 Arena on Saturday as Dillian Whyte takes on British rival Dereck Chisora, in a bout that could decide Joshua's next opponent. (more...)
- December 22, 2018
After the ceremony, Joshua posed for pictures on the palace grounds with members of the Queen's Guard and Freddie Cunningham, Iwan Llewelyn and Andy Bell, who also received honours for services to sport. The 29-year-old will be ringside at the O2 Arena on Saturday as Dillian Whyte takes on British rival Dereck Chisora, in a bout that could decide Joshua's next opponent. (more...)
Klopp delighted with Liverpool triumph: A big fight - but cool!
- December 22, 2018
But Salah's 11th Premier League goal of the season, meaning the Egypt star is now leading the race for the Golden Boot, set up Liverpool's sixth straight win in all competitions. [With] better decisions or composure we could have harmed a very good team. It was by no means a vintage display from Liverpool in driving rain but this was a game which, coming after the high of Sunday's triumph over Manchester United, could have been a stumbling block for Klopp's side. (more...)
- December 22, 2018
But Salah's 11th Premier League goal of the season, meaning the Egypt star is now leading the race for the Golden Boot, set up Liverpool's sixth straight win in all competitions. [With] better decisions or composure we could have harmed a very good team. It was by no means a vintage display from Liverpool in driving rain but this was a game which, coming after the high of Sunday's triumph over Manchester United, could have been a stumbling block for Klopp's side. (more...)
Palace survive nervy finish to stun Man City
- December 22, 2018
Ilkay Gundogan had opened the scoring for the Blues in the first half before two stunning goals from Jeffrey Schlupp and Andros Townsend turned the game on its head to hand the Eagles a half-time lead. Bournemouth , who celebrated only their second league win in the last eight matches, moved up to eighth position on 26 points from 18 games while Brighton stayed 13th after suffering their third successive defeat. (more...)
- December 22, 2018
Ilkay Gundogan had opened the scoring for the Blues in the first half before two stunning goals from Jeffrey Schlupp and Andros Townsend turned the game on its head to hand the Eagles a half-time lead. Bournemouth , who celebrated only their second league win in the last eight matches, moved up to eighth position on 26 points from 18 games while Brighton stayed 13th after suffering their third successive defeat. (more...)
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