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Manchester United's Valencia to make late dash for derby
- September 06, 2016
N'Golo Kante has revealed that he spoke to Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho, before he eventually signed for Chelsea this summer. With a bulk of the United squad away on worldwide duty and striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic being given an extended break, Mourinho has been left with nearly none of first team players to work with since Saturday's last-gasp win over Hull City. (more...)
- September 06, 2016
N'Golo Kante has revealed that he spoke to Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho, before he eventually signed for Chelsea this summer. With a bulk of the United squad away on worldwide duty and striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic being given an extended break, Mourinho has been left with nearly none of first team players to work with since Saturday's last-gasp win over Hull City. (more...)
Wozniacki beats Keys for 1st Slam QF since 2014
- September 06, 2016
Totally spent". Konta showed glimpses of her best but could never sustain it long enough to gather any momentum. Sevastova was out of the game for 20 months until the start of past year, having announced her retirement in May 2013 after a series of injuries. (more...)
- September 06, 2016
Totally spent". Konta showed glimpses of her best but could never sustain it long enough to gather any momentum. Sevastova was out of the game for 20 months until the start of past year, having announced her retirement in May 2013 after a series of injuries. (more...)
Friedrich finds no luck in Padres' 7-4 loss to Dodgers
- September 06, 2016
The Padres finished their 9-game road trip with a 3-6 record that includes a sweep at the hands of the Braves, the team with the worst record in Major League Baseball. Yasiel Puig hit a three-run homer in the third that put the Dodgers ahead 3-2 in his second start since being recalled last week after a month-long demotion to the minors. (more...)
- September 06, 2016
The Padres finished their 9-game road trip with a 3-6 record that includes a sweep at the hands of the Braves, the team with the worst record in Major League Baseball. Yasiel Puig hit a three-run homer in the third that put the Dodgers ahead 3-2 in his second start since being recalled last week after a month-long demotion to the minors. (more...)
Salem police increase patrols after clown sightings
- September 06, 2016
One promise of candy and he would be gone'. Miller added that the incidents may be some sort of viral marketing for "31", and upcoming movie about killer clowns from heavy metal rocker Rob Zombie. It's happened in South Carolina, Ohio, and now North Carolina, and I suspect that it isn't going to end until a clown gets shot . - Two children told investigators that a person dressed as a clown tried to lure them into the woods by offering them treats Sunday evening, according to the ... (more...)
- September 06, 2016
One promise of candy and he would be gone'. Miller added that the incidents may be some sort of viral marketing for "31", and upcoming movie about killer clowns from heavy metal rocker Rob Zombie. It's happened in South Carolina, Ohio, and now North Carolina, and I suspect that it isn't going to end until a clown gets shot . - Two children told investigators that a person dressed as a clown tried to lure them into the woods by offering them treats Sunday evening, according to the ... (more...)
Rafael Nadal Happy Despite US Open Defeat
- September 06, 2016
Monfils is quite a character himself: In the middle of one point, he pretended to lean over to tie a shoelace before quickly resuming play. The French player is into the NY last eight for a second straight edition. "I will tell you in few months or in few years". Also playing are Juan Martin del Potro against Dominic Thiem, and Kei Nishikori facing Ivo Karlovic. (more...)
- September 06, 2016
Monfils is quite a character himself: In the middle of one point, he pretended to lean over to tie a shoelace before quickly resuming play. The French player is into the NY last eight for a second straight edition. "I will tell you in few months or in few years". Also playing are Juan Martin del Potro against Dominic Thiem, and Kei Nishikori facing Ivo Karlovic. (more...)
Thiem retires, del Potro into US Open quarters
- September 06, 2016
A seventh U.S. Open title would break the professional era record for career grand slam titles that Williams now shares with Steffi Graf and leave her one behind all-time record holder Margaret Court. They were the last two Americans, women or men, in the tournament's singles draws. For once, an injury was aiding del Potro, not hindering him. But his stunning run to the Olympic silver medal signaled he's a contender again. (more...)
- September 06, 2016
A seventh U.S. Open title would break the professional era record for career grand slam titles that Williams now shares with Steffi Graf and leave her one behind all-time record holder Margaret Court. They were the last two Americans, women or men, in the tournament's singles draws. For once, an injury was aiding del Potro, not hindering him. But his stunning run to the Olympic silver medal signaled he's a contender again. (more...)
Clinton camp says team Trump misleading voters on immigration
- September 06, 2016
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks to members of the media on her first flight on a new campaign plane before taking off at the Westchester County Airport in White Plains, N.Y., Monday, Sept. Asked whether Trump's position on deportations - which he outlined in a fiery speech in Phoenix last week - was a problematic shift, Christie said it's important for leaders to evolve their views as they get more information about a topic. (more...)
- September 06, 2016
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks to members of the media on her first flight on a new campaign plane before taking off at the Westchester County Airport in White Plains, N.Y., Monday, Sept. Asked whether Trump's position on deportations - which he outlined in a fiery speech in Phoenix last week - was a problematic shift, Christie said it's important for leaders to evolve their views as they get more information about a topic. (more...)
Serena Williams sets grand slam standard
- September 06, 2016
A seventh U.S. Open title would break the professional era record for career grand slam titles that Williams now shares with Steffi Graf and leave her one behind all-time record holder Margaret Court. "Hopefully Roger is going to keep playing and I know I am, so hopefully we can keep winning a few more". Second-seeded German Angelique Kerber is better still placed to nudge Serena off the summit. (more...)
- September 06, 2016
A seventh U.S. Open title would break the professional era record for career grand slam titles that Williams now shares with Steffi Graf and leave her one behind all-time record holder Margaret Court. "Hopefully Roger is going to keep playing and I know I am, so hopefully we can keep winning a few more". Second-seeded German Angelique Kerber is better still placed to nudge Serena off the summit. (more...)
Michael Owen explains why he joined Manchester United instead of Liverpool
- September 06, 2016
And meanwhile, United and manager Alex Ferguson had been asking about him. A return to Liverpool never materialised and Owen signed for Newcastle in 2005, spending four seasons at St James' Park. 'Does Kenny want me? "Should I have made a decision to retire there and then?". The thing with Balotelli is everyone always says it's the off-the-field antics, but I wouldn't care if he was doing it on the pitch. (more...)
- September 06, 2016
And meanwhile, United and manager Alex Ferguson had been asking about him. A return to Liverpool never materialised and Owen signed for Newcastle in 2005, spending four seasons at St James' Park. 'Does Kenny want me? "Should I have made a decision to retire there and then?". The thing with Balotelli is everyone always says it's the off-the-field antics, but I wouldn't care if he was doing it on the pitch. (more...)
The Top 25 Takeaways from 1st Saturday of college football
- September 06, 2016
The third-ranked Sooners were expected to be legitimate national championship challengers to Alabama and Clemson, and their class was supposed to make a difference in this game. Logan that included a 95-yard kickoff return to start the second half. It certainly didn't seem to have a chance of getting caught. Wilson, though, provided the key play in the biggest regular-season nonconference game the Cougars have played in 25 years and Houston's third victory in school history against a top-three ... (more...)
- September 06, 2016
The third-ranked Sooners were expected to be legitimate national championship challengers to Alabama and Clemson, and their class was supposed to make a difference in this game. Logan that included a 95-yard kickoff return to start the second half. It certainly didn't seem to have a chance of getting caught. Wilson, though, provided the key play in the biggest regular-season nonconference game the Cougars have played in 25 years and Houston's third victory in school history against a top-three ... (more...)
Ozil ready to resume contract talks
- September 06, 2016
The "stubborn" manager has spent nearly £95 million on six players this summer; in an era when the amount of money spent is seen as a reflection of a manager's ambition, the shrewdness of his transfer dealings sets him apart. He's told me he's very impressed by how I train and how I'm a disciplined character. And he got to keep it because he had more caps than I did. Kanu believes that Arsenal have set themselves up for success this season thanks to their business in the summer ... (more...)
- September 06, 2016
The "stubborn" manager has spent nearly £95 million on six players this summer; in an era when the amount of money spent is seen as a reflection of a manager's ambition, the shrewdness of his transfer dealings sets him apart. He's told me he's very impressed by how I train and how I'm a disciplined character. And he got to keep it because he had more caps than I did. Kanu believes that Arsenal have set themselves up for success this season thanks to their business in the summer ... (more...)
US Open: Rafael Nadal makes history under the Arthur Ashe roof
- September 06, 2016
Next up for Nadal in the third round will be 25-year-old Russian Andrey Kuznetsov , a player the 14-time Grand Slam champion described as having "lots of big shots from the baseline and (being) very risky". "With the roof open there is no wind at all, so it's not a big change". "I didn't feel silence at any moment", she said. "Is an unbelievable, unbelievable court". (more...)
- September 06, 2016
Next up for Nadal in the third round will be 25-year-old Russian Andrey Kuznetsov , a player the 14-time Grand Slam champion described as having "lots of big shots from the baseline and (being) very risky". "With the roof open there is no wind at all, so it's not a big change". "I didn't feel silence at any moment", she said. "Is an unbelievable, unbelievable court". (more...)
Retired Sevastova beats Konta, into US Open quarterfinals
- September 06, 2016
It was at Flushing Meadows where Williams won her first grand slam in 1999 and 17 years later it is where she could achieve two more career landmarks if she can reach the winner's circle again on September 10. A tearful Nick Kyrgios , a dark horse to win the US Open , retired from his third-round match against Ukraine's Illya Marchenko with a hip injury Saturday, ending the Australian's bid for a maiden Grand Slam. (more...)
- September 06, 2016
It was at Flushing Meadows where Williams won her first grand slam in 1999 and 17 years later it is where she could achieve two more career landmarks if she can reach the winner's circle again on September 10. A tearful Nick Kyrgios , a dark horse to win the US Open , retired from his third-round match against Ukraine's Illya Marchenko with a hip injury Saturday, ending the Australian's bid for a maiden Grand Slam. (more...)
Strong 'knew all along' about his quarterback duo at Texas
- September 06, 2016
Notre Dame scored first on Kizer's 13-yard touchdown pass to Equanimeous St. It looks like we are going to be in for a wild ride this season. "We can spread people out, but we have a physical aspect to us. Texas has been excited about quarterbacks in recent years only to be disappointed. The Jayhawks, who host OH next, haven't won consecutive games since starting 2-0 in 2011 and then losing their last 10 games that season. (more...)
- September 06, 2016
Notre Dame scored first on Kizer's 13-yard touchdown pass to Equanimeous St. It looks like we are going to be in for a wild ride this season. "We can spread people out, but we have a physical aspect to us. Texas has been excited about quarterbacks in recent years only to be disappointed. The Jayhawks, who host OH next, haven't won consecutive games since starting 2-0 in 2011 and then losing their last 10 games that season. (more...)
Sharp, Tanguay leading Canadian charge at Manulife LPGA Classic
- September 06, 2016
Caroline Masson, of Germany, hits her tee shot on the third hole in the final round at the Manulife LPGA Classic golf tournament in Cambridge, Ontario, Sunday, Sept. She has attracted the biggest crowd at Whistle Bear. "I don't think I made any mistakes today and that was the goal for me this week". Lydia Ko may have to re-assess her love of sleep, or at least her distaste of early tee times. (more...)
- September 06, 2016
Caroline Masson, of Germany, hits her tee shot on the third hole in the final round at the Manulife LPGA Classic golf tournament in Cambridge, Ontario, Sunday, Sept. She has attracted the biggest crowd at Whistle Bear. "I don't think I made any mistakes today and that was the goal for me this week". Lydia Ko may have to re-assess her love of sleep, or at least her distaste of early tee times. (more...)
Serena into US Open quarter-finals with record 308th Slam win
- September 06, 2016
The next obstacle on her quest for what would be a record 23rd Grand Slam title is Romania's Simona Halep , the fifth seed, who defeated Carla Suarez Navarro 6-2, 7-5 on Monday. With another break under her belt Pliskova had a chance to close it out at 6-5, but after surging to a 40-0 lead she lost five straight points as Venus forced the decider. (more...)
- September 06, 2016
The next obstacle on her quest for what would be a record 23rd Grand Slam title is Romania's Simona Halep , the fifth seed, who defeated Carla Suarez Navarro 6-2, 7-5 on Monday. With another break under her belt Pliskova had a chance to close it out at 6-5, but after surging to a 40-0 lead she lost five straight points as Venus forced the decider. (more...)
With NFL career on hold, Manziel re-enrolls at Texas A&M
- September 06, 2016
Going back to school and getting a degree would be a positive step for his future as well. What's unclear is if Manziel was actually taking classes at College Station, Texas, or online. Manziel was cut by the Browns in March after two disastrous seasons. Manziel, 23, has had several issues staying away from the party scene and was also recently indicted by a Dallas jury for a domestic incident with his ex-girlfriend, model Colleen Crowley. (more...)
- September 06, 2016
Going back to school and getting a degree would be a positive step for his future as well. What's unclear is if Manziel was actually taking classes at College Station, Texas, or online. Manziel was cut by the Browns in March after two disastrous seasons. Manziel, 23, has had several issues staying away from the party scene and was also recently indicted by a Dallas jury for a domestic incident with his ex-girlfriend, model Colleen Crowley. (more...)
McIlroy ends drought with Deutsche Bank crown
- September 06, 2016
His only victory was the Irish Open in May, and when he missed the cut in the PGA Championship, he sought out popular British putting coach Phil Kenyon. "I struggled a little bit from the get-go and it's hard to regain rhythm and make your birdies if you started out that way, so I found it incredibly difficult". (more...)
- September 06, 2016
His only victory was the Irish Open in May, and when he missed the cut in the PGA Championship, he sought out popular British putting coach Phil Kenyon. "I struggled a little bit from the get-go and it's hard to regain rhythm and make your birdies if you started out that way, so I found it incredibly difficult". (more...)
Vikings name Shaun Hill Week 1 starter, for now
- September 06, 2016
With extra picks in the third and fourth rounds, Spielman believes he has the ammunition to trade back into the bottom of the first round, which is where this Super Bowl contender was expecting to pick with Bridgewater healthy. After making a trade they never should have to move up and take Wentz with the second overall pick in this year's NFL Draft, the Eagles followed that up by trading away their starting quarterback a week before the season, which is never a great idea - except when ... (more...)
- September 06, 2016
With extra picks in the third and fourth rounds, Spielman believes he has the ammunition to trade back into the bottom of the first round, which is where this Super Bowl contender was expecting to pick with Bridgewater healthy. After making a trade they never should have to move up and take Wentz with the second overall pick in this year's NFL Draft, the Eagles followed that up by trading away their starting quarterback a week before the season, which is never a great idea - except when ... (more...)
Spain routs Liechtenstein 8-0 in Group G; Italy beats Israel
- September 06, 2016
The Chelsea striker had only found the net once in his past 11 games for the national team but struck once in each half to help La Roja cruise in Leon. The entrance of substitute Nolito for Thiago Alcantara at the start of the second half livened up the home side and it was the Manchester City forward who laid the ball on for Roberto to grab his first worldwide goal. (more...)
- September 06, 2016
The Chelsea striker had only found the net once in his past 11 games for the national team but struck once in each half to help La Roja cruise in Leon. The entrance of substitute Nolito for Thiago Alcantara at the start of the second half livened up the home side and it was the Manchester City forward who laid the ball on for Roberto to grab his first worldwide goal. (more...)
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