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Guillem Balague gives update on Liverpool's Coutinho after Barcelona chief comments
Pep Segura , Barca's general manager, said negotiations with Liverpool for Brazilian playmaker Coutinho and Borussia Dortmund over a deal for promising French winger Dembele could be finalised within days. Goalkeeper: Simon Mignolet was partially at fault for Watford's late equaliser last weekend but he made a vital penalty save during the Champions League win at Hoffenheim in midweek and K... [Full Article...]
Cy Young victor Lonborg reflects on a magical 1967 Red Sox run
After Craig Kimbrel (4-0) struck out Brett Gardner with a runner at third to end the ninth, Benintendi lifted Boston to its 10th win in 11 games by blooping a 92 miles per hour changeup from Tommy Kahnle to right field. Now, the rivalry is renewed. MIAMI - Giancarlo Stanton homered for the sixth consecutive game, but Miami blew a seventh-inning lead and lost to San Francisco. [Full Article...]
Eagles' Ron Brooks kneels during National Anthem
Jenkins raised his fist during the national anthem previous year as well, following in the footsteps of Colin Kaepernick, who sat or knelt during the anthem throughout the 2016 season to protest police brutality and social injustice. "It's all of our thing to get involved in". "He's somebody who's searching for ways to use his platform". Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Malcolm Jenkins has... [Full Article...]
Klopp refutes claim by Barca that Coutinho is 'close' to signing
We need to work our way into a favourable situation and hopefully close these deals as quickly as possible", he added. Dortmund have responded to Dembele's absence by suspending the France worldwide until the situation is resolved. Barcelona kick off their La Liga campaign this Sunday when they take on Real Betis at Camp Nou. "I saw the game (Real-Barcelona), but I forgot to watch the intervi... [Full Article...]
Jose Mourinho doubts fourth Manchester United signing
Swansea's opponent, Manchester United , also had a poor 2016/17 campaign as they've ended only in the sixth place, but it seems like myth of Mourinho's "second season" lives on, at least according to United's impressive first round performance. [Full Article...]
Watzke: 'Barca 'not a millimetre closer' to signing Dembele'
With just two weeks of this summer's transfer window remaining, Liverpool have thus far held their nerve in the wake of Barcelona's pursuit of Philippe Coutinho . We have a few injuries here and there at the moment and that is not so cool but it is still a good team". Klopp is adamant the two clubs are not even in discussions and said: 'I don't know why other people are saying what they are s... [Full Article...]
Arsenal ready to make offer for unsettled PSG attacker Julian Draxler
Draxler would represent an attractive proposition for the English duo as the report suggests he could be available for just £32m - which would be an absolute bargain in today's transfer market. And with the prospect of Monaco hotshot Kylian Mbappe also joining for £160m , the French club's attacking options look pretty much set in stone. The attacking midfielder would be the flawless replacemen... [Full Article...]
'Grown up' Paul Pogba returned to Manchester United to finish a job
Seventeen men have had a dream start to life at the famous club - with some going on to win many titles while others have arguably faded off into the wilderness since. Lingard said: "There's a lot of confidence flying around at the moment and it's good that we can stick together and be a part of it", Lingard, who came on as a substitute in United's win over West Ham , told Sky Sports Ne... [Full Article...]
Jose Mourinho nominated for 2017 Federation Internationale de Football Association men's coach award
A Nigerian is on the shortlist of 10 coaches nominated for the Best FIFA Women's Coach 2017 by the world football governing body. They are voted for by national coaches and captains, selected media and fans, with the winners to be announced at a ceremony in London on October 23. [Full Article...]
West Brom close on £15m Kevin Wimmer deal
Negotiations between the two clubs are now at an advanced stage and Albion could even have the 24-year-old available by early next week if talks continue to run smoothly. "He's been in this position before here and he understands the situation, until all parties agree then he won't go anywhere", said Pulis. TP: "Jonny is one of our best players". [Full Article...]
Chelsea keen on Drinkwater deal
The 27-year old Drinkwater, who would also boost Chelsea's homegrown contingent, signed a four-year contract at Leicester and is key to Craig Shakespeare's plans. LEICESTER, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 27: Daniel Drinkwater of Leicester City celebrates with team mates after scoring his sides second goal during the Premier League match between Leicester City and Liverpool at The King Power Stadium on Februa... [Full Article...]
Dolphins RB Senorise Perry's 11-yard touchdown
He got up without any problem, then switched his helmet for a baseball cap and headset. Jay Ajayi: He's a victor because he's healthy, but he looked like the Ajayi of 2016 on a powerful outside zone run in his limited action. that score ended up being the only points of the night for the Dolphins as they would lose to the Baltimore Ravens 31-7. Our models project Cutler for 3371.0 passing ... [Full Article...]
I will never return to Chelsea - Spanish striker Diego Costa
Antonio Conte's men value the Spaniard at £50m but his old club Atletico Madrid are only willing to cough up £30m. Chelsea outcast Diego Costa has released a public statement reiterating his well-documented desire to return to Atletico Madrid , expressing a belief that a deal could be completed upon his imminent arrival in Spain. [Full Article...]
Cincinnati Open: Rafael Nadal continues his winning streak
Roger Federer was also forced to withdraw from Cincinnati after struggling with a back problem - a development that guarantees Nadal the no. 1 spot in the ATP ranking come Monday. "I could have easily pulled the plug in the second set". So I'm just trying to enjoy the moment and just trying to be ready to compete well here. In the women's competition, Germany's third-ranked Angelique Kerber, ... [Full Article...]
'Vivegam' Trailer: Dhanush Finds Ajith Kumar's Charisma Mind blowing
Vivegam's trailer looked power-packed , in which Ajith features as a special agent named AK of the Counter Terror Squad. The film, tipped to be an action thriller has been directed by Siva and produced by Thyagarajan under his banner Sathya Jyothi Films. [Full Article...]
Real Madrid v Barcelona talking points
It was bad luck. "We lost 3-1 because we committed some errors and they were very good when it came to finishing", Busquets told a news conference on Tuesday. "I knew it was the last shot I had, to use social media and public opinion to try and convince him to stay". Here, we take a look at some talking points ahead of the El Clasico showdown. [Full Article...]
Premier League to approve changes to summer transfer window
The Premier League and the EFL will both be seeking thoughts from member clubs on whether or not to close the summer transfer window before the season kicks off in coming years. We need more than 3 or 4 or 5 midfielders. Sigurdsson is expected to be unveiled to the Goodison Park crowd ahead of Thursday's Europa League tie with Hajduk Split. [Full Article...]
Jaguars fans are already booing Blake Bortles' embarrassing throws
After kicker Nick Folk had an extra point blocked by Calais Campbell , he connected on field goals of 35 and 29 yards. The Jaguars did not bring in any quarterbacks in the offseason to compete with Bortles and instead planned on building the offense around the run game, which is why the team drafted Leonard Fournette fourth overall. [Full Article...]
Raiders' Sean Smith Charged With Assault
Oakland Raiders cornerback Sean Smith has been arrested and charged with felony assault. Court documents said Smith inflicted "serious bodily injury". County Sheriff's Department inmate records showed. It's already been a tough summer for Oakland Raiders cornerback Sean Smith on the field; now, according to one report, it's been even worse off it. [Full Article...]
Barcelona terror attack leaves 12 dead and 80 injured
One of the suspected terrorists in the attack has been killed in a shootout with police in Sant Just Desvern municipality in the west of Barcelona , local newspaper La Vanguardia reports . Police in Barcelona have asked people around Plaça Catalunya to stay indoors and to use social media to get in touch with friends and relatives to avoid overloading phone networks. [Full Article...]