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Chelsea's Batshuayi faces choice between West Ham and Real Betis loans
- January 31, 2019
According to a report on Mundo Deportivo , who cite claims made by The Guardian, the Belgian striker is now mulling over offers from Real Betis, West Ham and Spurs. "So they can't take another player on loan". The Sun say Chelsea are reluctant to let him go and want a £6m loan fee in order for any deal to go through. (more...)
- January 31, 2019
According to a report on Mundo Deportivo , who cite claims made by The Guardian, the Belgian striker is now mulling over offers from Real Betis, West Ham and Spurs. "So they can't take another player on loan". The Sun say Chelsea are reluctant to let him go and want a £6m loan fee in order for any deal to go through. (more...)
Queiroz ends eight-year Iran spell after Japan loss
- January 31, 2019
Haraguchi ended Iran's slim hopes of a comeback in the first minute of stoppage time, emphatically finishing after being fed into the box by Minamino. "I'm happy they showed that spirit and fight, and delivered a win for the fans back home". The second blow landed soon afterwards when the referee pointed to the spot after the ball had struck Pouraliganji on the arm, confirming his decision following a look at the TV pictures on the sideline. (more...)
- January 31, 2019
Haraguchi ended Iran's slim hopes of a comeback in the first minute of stoppage time, emphatically finishing after being fed into the box by Minamino. "I'm happy they showed that spirit and fight, and delivered a win for the fans back home". The second blow landed soon afterwards when the referee pointed to the spot after the ball had struck Pouraliganji on the arm, confirming his decision following a look at the TV pictures on the sideline. (more...)
Hewitt flays ‘ridiculous’ changes to Davis Cup format
- January 31, 2019
In a odd sporting crossover, former tennis world number one Lleyton Hewitt has hit out at Barcelona star Gerard Pique for his influence over the Davis Cup . "I'm not going to waste my time on that now", the 37-year-old quickly put a full stop to it, as quoted by The Guardian . The Davis Cup is the vehicle to drive Australia's tennis culture on a road to success, Lleyton Hewitt says. (more...)
- January 31, 2019
In a odd sporting crossover, former tennis world number one Lleyton Hewitt has hit out at Barcelona star Gerard Pique for his influence over the Davis Cup . "I'm not going to waste my time on that now", the 37-year-old quickly put a full stop to it, as quoted by The Guardian . The Davis Cup is the vehicle to drive Australia's tennis culture on a road to success, Lleyton Hewitt says. (more...)
Majority of Clemson's Black Players Opted out of White House Visit
- January 31, 2019
The Root exclusively reported Tuesday that only 15 black players out of the 57 on the team's official roster attended the event on January 14, which made headlines after Trump served fast-food due to the partial government shutdown. According to Clemson, in an email sent to The Root , two-thirds of the team did attend the dinner , but admitted, however, that some did not attend for various reasons. (more...)
- January 31, 2019
The Root exclusively reported Tuesday that only 15 black players out of the 57 on the team's official roster attended the event on January 14, which made headlines after Trump served fast-food due to the partial government shutdown. According to Clemson, in an email sent to The Root , two-thirds of the team did attend the dinner , but admitted, however, that some did not attend for various reasons. (more...)
Sarri claims Chelsea are refusing to sell Callum Hudson-Odoi
- January 31, 2019
The main grievance for the youngster has been a lack of opportunity to prove himself in the Premier League but time will tell if Sarri entrusts the youngster will more minutes between now and the end of the season. "I feel frustrated, not under pressure. I have to try again tomorrow because I want to see why". Chelsea will launch a last-minute bid to sign Watford midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure on transfer deadline day , reports say. (more...)
- January 31, 2019
The main grievance for the youngster has been a lack of opportunity to prove himself in the Premier League but time will tell if Sarri entrusts the youngster will more minutes between now and the end of the season. "I feel frustrated, not under pressure. I have to try again tomorrow because I want to see why". Chelsea will launch a last-minute bid to sign Watford midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure on transfer deadline day , reports say. (more...)
Chelsea reportedly target Barcelona man to fill midfield duties
- January 31, 2019
Maurizio Sarri is continuing to overhaul the squad he inherited from Antonio Conte last summer and the Italian coach is reshaping his midfield after letting Cesc Fabregas join Monaco while the Blues are also keen to offload Danny Drinkwater. (more...)
- January 31, 2019
Maurizio Sarri is continuing to overhaul the squad he inherited from Antonio Conte last summer and the Italian coach is reshaping his midfield after letting Cesc Fabregas join Monaco while the Blues are also keen to offload Danny Drinkwater. (more...)
Valverde hopes Coutinho gains confidence from Copa del Rey brace
- January 31, 2019
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi says Lionel Messi want to win all three competitions this season and that his preseason rallying call was misunderstood. Guilherme Arana pulled a goal back for Sevilla with a powerful drive after the otherwise impressive Cillessen gave the ball away, but Pablo Machin's side were finally sunk when Suarez struck on the break and Messi added a late sixth. (more...)
- January 31, 2019
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi says Lionel Messi want to win all three competitions this season and that his preseason rallying call was misunderstood. Guilherme Arana pulled a goal back for Sevilla with a powerful drive after the otherwise impressive Cillessen gave the ball away, but Pablo Machin's side were finally sunk when Suarez struck on the break and Messi added a late sixth. (more...)
Manchester United offer Juan Mata new one-year deal
- January 31, 2019
Spanish champions Barcelona are one of the clubs credited with serious interest in Mata . And Mata's availability on a free transfer at the end of the season has emerged as an enticing avenue for Barcelona . Spokesman Paddy Power said: "Just as Juan Mata thought all of his troubles were behind him with Jose Mourinho gone, it seems Man United want him to take a pay cut". (more...)
- January 31, 2019
Spanish champions Barcelona are one of the clubs credited with serious interest in Mata . And Mata's availability on a free transfer at the end of the season has emerged as an enticing avenue for Barcelona . Spokesman Paddy Power said: "Just as Juan Mata thought all of his troubles were behind him with Jose Mourinho gone, it seems Man United want him to take a pay cut". (more...)
Jhulan, Smriti and Mithali lead India towards victory against New Zealand
- January 31, 2019
Goswami wasn't done; she returned to remove the Kiwi tail in tandem with off-spinner Sharma, taking the wickets of Leigh Kasperek and Lea Tahuhu. "We are definitely looking for 3-0", Mithali said. Asked about her role in the batting department, Mithali added: "As long as I am getting runs, I would be more than happy to play the supporting role or whatever the team's demands are". (more...)
- January 31, 2019
Goswami wasn't done; she returned to remove the Kiwi tail in tandem with off-spinner Sharma, taking the wickets of Leigh Kasperek and Lea Tahuhu. "We are definitely looking for 3-0", Mithali said. Asked about her role in the batting department, Mithali added: "As long as I am getting runs, I would be more than happy to play the supporting role or whatever the team's demands are". (more...)
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer delivers Man United update on Anthony Martial
- January 31, 2019
United fought back from two goals down in the dying minutes to snatch a 2-2 draw with Pogba converting a penalty before Victor Lindelof scored the equaliser. "We started the game nearly feeling like the eight previous games meant we could start the game with a 1-0 lead, but it doesn't happen like this". But the comeback was positive. (more...)
- January 31, 2019
United fought back from two goals down in the dying minutes to snatch a 2-2 draw with Pogba converting a penalty before Victor Lindelof scored the equaliser. "We started the game nearly feeling like the eight previous games meant we could start the game with a 1-0 lead, but it doesn't happen like this". But the comeback was positive. (more...)
India lose Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan early
- January 31, 2019
The three-match series will be double-headers alongside women's matches between the two sides on the same pitch. Follow live updates of the fourth ODI between the Black Caps and India from Seddon Park in Hamilton. Other changes to the squad include the return of captain Kane Williamson to the Black Caps T20 side, replacing Henry Nicholls, with new ball bowler Trent Boult rested for all three matches. (more...)
- January 31, 2019
The three-match series will be double-headers alongside women's matches between the two sides on the same pitch. Follow live updates of the fourth ODI between the Black Caps and India from Seddon Park in Hamilton. Other changes to the squad include the return of captain Kane Williamson to the Black Caps T20 side, replacing Henry Nicholls, with new ball bowler Trent Boult rested for all three matches. (more...)
Raptors clip Mavericks despite triple-double from rookie Luka Doncic
- January 31, 2019
Pascal Siakam's three-point play snapped a 108-108 tie with 3:56 remaining as the Raptors recovered from a seven-point deficit early in the fourth quarter. Leonard countered Doncic's big game with 33 points and 10 rebounds while Kyle Lowry added 19 points and nine assists. The Raptors are 2-9 ATS in their last 11 road games while the Mavericks are 14-5-1 ATS in their last 20 home games. (more...)
- January 31, 2019
Pascal Siakam's three-point play snapped a 108-108 tie with 3:56 remaining as the Raptors recovered from a seven-point deficit early in the fourth quarter. Leonard countered Doncic's big game with 33 points and 10 rebounds while Kyle Lowry added 19 points and nine assists. The Raptors are 2-9 ATS in their last 11 road games while the Mavericks are 14-5-1 ATS in their last 20 home games. (more...)
Racing: Top trainer in police raid
- January 31, 2019
The force said several items were seized including a firearm and conductive energy device (Taser). In 1995 he took out an owner-trainer licence and was at Stawell before taking out a full licence in 1997 and moving to his base at Ballarat racecourse in Miners Rest in 2001. (more...)
- January 31, 2019
The force said several items were seized including a firearm and conductive energy device (Taser). In 1995 he took out an owner-trainer licence and was at Stawell before taking out a full licence in 1997 and moving to his base at Ballarat racecourse in Miners Rest in 2001. (more...)
Chelsea Boss Makes Surprise Remark About Eden Hazard
- January 31, 2019
If he wants to go, I think he has to go, of course, I hope the opposite, I hope he wants to stay here. I hope he wants to stay and improve. "I thank the president and coach for the trust they place in me by recruiting me", said Paredes. It's not easy to play there. "We had many players with the back to the opposing goal, so we need more movement without the ball otherwise, for the striker in this team, it's really a big problem to play". (more...)
- January 31, 2019
If he wants to go, I think he has to go, of course, I hope the opposite, I hope he wants to stay here. I hope he wants to stay and improve. "I thank the president and coach for the trust they place in me by recruiting me", said Paredes. It's not easy to play there. "We had many players with the back to the opposing goal, so we need more movement without the ball otherwise, for the striker in this team, it's really a big problem to play". (more...)
Osaka jumps to No 1 in the world
- January 31, 2019
After winning her back-to-back Grand Slam titles , the 21-year-old Japanese-Haitian tennis star became the first Asian world number one player, CNN reports. "The interview was pretty tough - but he's a nice guy". " Simona Halep sent me three nice messages - after the Sydney win, after the quarter-final with Ashleigh Barty and after the final", said Kvitova. (more...)
- January 31, 2019
After winning her back-to-back Grand Slam titles , the 21-year-old Japanese-Haitian tennis star became the first Asian world number one player, CNN reports. "The interview was pretty tough - but he's a nice guy". " Simona Halep sent me three nice messages - after the Sydney win, after the quarter-final with Ashleigh Barty and after the final", said Kvitova. (more...)
Champions League: Injury rules PSG’s Neymar out of Man United clash
- January 30, 2019
They added: 'The Brazilian worldwide was in total agreement with the treatment plan'. If that is the case, he could be back for the second leg of a potential Champions League quarterfinal, but along with matches against Manchester United he will miss Lyon away and Marseille at home in Ligue 1. (more...)
- January 30, 2019
They added: 'The Brazilian worldwide was in total agreement with the treatment plan'. If that is the case, he could be back for the second leg of a potential Champions League quarterfinal, but along with matches against Manchester United he will miss Lyon away and Marseille at home in Ligue 1. (more...)
TOP 25 REWIND: No. 8 Kentucky rounds into form at right time
- January 30, 2019
This is the first time United Kingdom defeated ranked opponents in three consecutive games since the 2014 NCAA Tournament . Devon Dotson is averaging 10.9 points a game and is leading the team in assists with 3.3 per game. Reid Travis pours in 12.6 points per game and P.J. Washington chips in 12.3 per contest. Travis has been his best against the best. Jordan Geist had 25 points and 11 rebounds, Jeremiah Tilmon added 15 points and Javon Pickett had 13 to lead Missouri (10-8, 1-5). (more...)
- January 30, 2019
This is the first time United Kingdom defeated ranked opponents in three consecutive games since the 2014 NCAA Tournament . Devon Dotson is averaging 10.9 points a game and is leading the team in assists with 3.3 per game. Reid Travis pours in 12.6 points per game and P.J. Washington chips in 12.3 per contest. Travis has been his best against the best. Jordan Geist had 25 points and 11 rebounds, Jeremiah Tilmon added 15 points and Javon Pickett had 13 to lead Missouri (10-8, 1-5). (more...)
Justin Robinson, No. 10 Hokies Squeeze the Orange
- January 30, 2019
The Orange have won seven of their last eight games and are tied for first place in the ACC at 5-1. Tech jumped out to the lead right from the opening tip and never trailed, playing a near-perfect first half in which the Hokies shot 53.8 percent from the floor and held Syracuse to just 33.3 percent. (more...)
- January 30, 2019
The Orange have won seven of their last eight games and are tied for first place in the ACC at 5-1. Tech jumped out to the lead right from the opening tip and never trailed, playing a near-perfect first half in which the Hokies shot 53.8 percent from the floor and held Syracuse to just 33.3 percent. (more...)
Newcastle fans react to Almiron breakthrough
- January 30, 2019
Speaking directly after the 2-1 win against Manchester City , Benitez spoke positively about the task in hand and said he hoped signings would be on their way before the window slams shut. By completing the deal, Atlanta United also fulfilled on its promise to Almiron to find an EPL club for him - in this case, an EPL club that looks more likely after Tuesday to stay up. (more...)
- January 30, 2019
Speaking directly after the 2-1 win against Manchester City , Benitez spoke positively about the task in hand and said he hoped signings would be on their way before the window slams shut. By completing the deal, Atlanta United also fulfilled on its promise to Almiron to find an EPL club for him - in this case, an EPL club that looks more likely after Tuesday to stay up. (more...)
Djokovic eyes Federer's 20 Slams, Latest Tennis News
- January 30, 2019
In hindsight, Djokovic probably didn't need to, given Nadal's out-of-sorts performance, but it nonetheless resulted in a crushing victory and a record seventh Australian Open title. Djokovic won in straight sets; something which has never happened to Nadal in a Grand Slam final. "I do want to definitely focus myself on continuing to improve my game and maintaining the overall wellbeing that I have - mental, physical, emotional - so I would be able to compete at such a high level for ... (more...)
- January 30, 2019
In hindsight, Djokovic probably didn't need to, given Nadal's out-of-sorts performance, but it nonetheless resulted in a crushing victory and a record seventh Australian Open title. Djokovic won in straight sets; something which has never happened to Nadal in a Grand Slam final. "I do want to definitely focus myself on continuing to improve my game and maintaining the overall wellbeing that I have - mental, physical, emotional - so I would be able to compete at such a high level for ... (more...)
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