[ad_1] Yet speaking last month, Jurgen Klopp insisted his star performer would be staying at Anfield. “It’s not the situation where I would even think about it,” said Klopp, when asked if Salah could leave. “Mo Salah came in nine months ago to make the next step in his career and he did it. To…
[ad_1] Bale’s Bernabeu career is winding down and there is a feeling of inevitability that Real will cut him loose in the summer. Manchester United and Chelsea are likely to pursue him while reports in Spain have suggested he may be offered to Liverpool as a sweetener in any Mohamed Salah bid. Isco is another…
[ad_1] Jurgen Klopp’s men booked their place in the Champions League final later this month after a thrilling semi-final victory against Roma. Liverpool lost 4-2 in Rome last night but went through 7-6 on aggregate. The Reds will face Real Madrid in the final, with the Spanish giants hoping to win the Champions League for…
[ad_1] The Warriors lead 2-0 after back-to-back home court wins, the second of which was crowned by Curry’s 28-point return at Oracle Arena. Making his first appearance in nearly six weeks, Curry made his return matter as Golden State took command of the Western Conference semi-finals with a 121-116 win. But Steve Kerr’s defending NBA…
[ad_1] The Reds had taken an emphatic 5-2 lead into the second leg and it took just nine minutes for Sadio Mane to fire the visitors ahead in Rome. An unfortunate own goal from James Milner put Roma back on level terms but Georginio Wijnaldum’s header made it 2-1 (7-3 agg). Three second half goals…
[ad_1] The Golden State Warriors star made his first appearance in nearly six weeks after coming back from a knee sprain as the Dubs claimed a Game 2 win over New Orleans Pelicans to move 2-0 up in the series. And coach Kerr was planning on giving him 24 minutes but Curry’s form, going off…
[ad_1] That’s according to Steven Gerrard after the Liverpool right-back played another 90 minutes on the biggest of stages in their Champions League semi-final second-leg against Roma. The Reds lost 4-2 at the Stadio Olimpico but, thanks to a 5-2 first-leg win, progressed to the final where they will meet defending European champions Real Madrid.…
[ad_1] Favre was a potential replacement for Arsene Wenger with the Frenchman leaving the Premier League club at the end of the current season. But Dortmund are also on the search for a new manager with Peter Stoger set to leave when his contract ends at the conclusion of this campaign. And Bild report that…
[ad_1] That’s according to Mark Lawrenson. The former Reds defender believes that the fact his former club secured a monumental showdown with fellow European heavyweights Madrid in Kiev shows that the game has changed to suit teams who adopt an all-out-attack approach. Both Liverpool and Madrid have shown themselves to be suspect defensively at times…
[ad_1] Tomas Hertl scored his team-leading fifth goal of the playoffs, Martin Jones made 34 saves for his sixth career post-season shutout and the San Jose Sharks evened their second-round series against the Vegas Golden Knights with a 4-0 victory in Game 4 on Wednesday night. Marcus Sorensen and Joonas Donskoi scored in the first…
[ad_1] Salah, who had a relatively quiet evening by his standards, nevertheless helped the Reds reach their first Champions League final since 2007. The 4-2 defeat in Rome was enough for the Reds to sneak through 7-6 on aggregate, with Salah having scored twice in the first leg at Anfield. And, while he was celebrating…
[ad_1] That is the prediction of Jamie Redknapp. Despite a 4-2 defeat at the Stadio Olimpico against Roma last night, a 5-2 first leg win ensured Liverpool reached the final – their first since 2007. Jurgen Klopp will be hoping to steer the Reds to their sixth Champions League in Kiev on May 26, while…
[ad_1] That’s according to former Liverpool captain and defender Mark Lawrenson. The German manager sought to stave off Roma’s advances late on when he introduced the Estonian with seven minutes of normal time to play and Liverpool drawing 2-2, winning 7-4 on aggregate. But the veteran defender’s introduction could not prevent the Italian outfit scoring…
[ad_1] Joe Ingles scored a career-high 27 points and the Utah Jazz squandered a huge early lead before using a big fourth quarter to regain control and beat the Houston Rockets 116-108 on Wednesday night and tie the Western Conference semifinals at 1-1. Ingles made a career-best seven 3-pointers and star rookie Donovan Mitchell added…
[ad_1] Roma crashed out of the semi-finals of the Champions League last night in the Stadio Olimpico despite a 4-2 win. Although Radja Nainggolan grabbed a late double, it wasn’t quite enough as the Serie A outfit fell to a 7-6 aggregate loss. The home side also had arguably two penalty good decisions turned down,…
[ad_1] The O2 clash is a rematch following Bellew’s stoppage of David Haye last March. Haye tore his Achilles early in that fight before Haye’s corner threw in the towel. WBA Super, IBF and WBO heavyweight champ Joshua says he was one of the few people not surprised by the Liverpudlian’s victory in that bout.…
[ad_1] The French champions have singled out the Danish international star as one of the men they want to rebuild their midfield for a successful Champions League campaign next summer under incoming coach Thomas Tuchel. Eriksen, 26, has been an increasingly important player for Spurs for five years now and they are desperate to hang…
[ad_1] The A-Lister retained the WWE Championship against Cena in a match that initially ended in a double countout. However, The Rock, who was the WrestleMania Special Guest Host, restarted the bout and cost the challenger the title. According to Give Me Sport, The Miz, who wrestled as a heel (villain) that night, pointed out…
[ad_1] Liverpool booked a showdown with Real Madrid on May 26 in Kiev despite a 4-2 defeat at the Stadio Olimpico. While the Reds looked to be assured when they went 2-1 ahead on the night, Roma hit back and two late goals from Radja Nainggolan in the final eight minutes of the game meant…
[ad_1] Ondrej Palat scored twice in the first 3:19 of the game, and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Boston Bruins 4-1 on Wednesday night to open a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal series. Andrei Vasilevskiy stopped 28 shots for Tampa Bay, which has won two straight since losing the series opener at…
[ad_1] Eleven years after their last attempt in Athens, 13 years on from Istanbul, the Merseysiders will travel to Kiev on May 26 in their thousands hoping the German can lead them to a sixth trophy in this storied competition. In their way will stand the formidable Real Madrid gunning for an unprecedented 13th title.…
[ad_1] Bryan made history last week at the Greatest Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia as he lasted for one hour and 16 minutes in the first ever 50-man over-the-top-rope battle royal. During the Rumble match, the four-time world champion suffered a nasty wound on his chest and WWE announced that he wouldn’t appear on television…
[ad_1] Not because they have no chance in the final against Real Madrid on May 26, far from it. For all that they aim to land the trophy for a third consecutive year, Spain’s European kings have not been totally convincing. No, it is because when Klopp gets to finals, his luck has more often…
[ad_1] ESPN pundit Barkley had revealed he wanted to “punch” Green in the face following his on-court bust-up with New Orleans Pelicans guard Rajan Rondo. After finding out what Barkley had said during half-time of the Warriors’ 121-116 Game 2 victory over Pelicans, Green was far from impressed. At the time, he said: “The fact…
[ad_1] “It was the first semi-final for most of the boys so normal to have to keep nerves in. It was a little bit exciting – more exciting than I actually wanted.” But despite his annoyance, Klopp said Liverpool deserved to be in the final where they will face Real Madrid. He added: “We are…
[ad_1] The 16-time world champion described The People’s Champion as “the standard bearer, the hardest working person in the room” and an inspiration to many around the world before pointing out that he is now his boss. The Champ tweeted: “Happy birthday to the standard bearer, the hardest working person in the room, an inspiration…
[ad_1] But Jurgen Klopp’s side held their nerve to book their place in the final against Real Madrid in Kiev. And defender Robertson – who only last season was fighting for Premier League survival with Hull – admits being the underdogs against Real could play in Liverpool’s favour. “What a thing to be involved in. Credit to…
[ad_1] If there’s one member of the Toronto Raptors who might be bothered by Drake’s noisy presence courtside, it would be Dwane Casey. But the Raptors coach, who stands directly beside Drake’s courtside seat during games, insists he loves having the Toronto rapper there. “It’s nothing. I love it,” said Casey, who always exchanges pleasantries…
[ad_1] Lawrenson also claimed Liverpool’s success means Coutinho has been consigned to memory following his move to Barcelona. “No-one says anything about Philippe Coutinho anymore,” he added. “I actually thought when he left it might unsettle Roberto Firmino with his mate leaving, but actually, he has stepped up to the plate and been brilliant.” Liverpool…
[ad_1] The morning after the Toronto Raptors’ ugly overtime loss to Cleveland, Kyle Lowry was decidedly upbeat as he strode to the press conference podium with a jaunty “What’s up people?” If there was any stewing or frustration about dropping Game 1 of their second-round series against the Cavaliers, it’s that the Raptors had to…
[ad_1] But when asked whether he will indulge in a glass of wine to celebrate their achievement, the midfielder gave a cheeky answer. He said: “I might stretch myself out to some Ribena or something, maybe!” Milner also admitted his side don’t know how to make things easy for themselves, adding: “I don’t know what…
[ad_1] Woods joins now fellow Augusta National champion, Patrick Reed teeing-up both for a first occasion since last month’s Masters at Quail Hollow in Charlotte, North Carolina. And while Reed’s been on a whirlwind few weeks donned in the famed green jacket, Woods put away his clubs for 10-days simply ‘chilling out’ with his two…
[ad_1] After starting the match with a 5-2 deficit from the first leg, Roma’s task got even harder as Sadio Mane put Liverpool ahead at the Stadio Olimpico and then Gini Wijnaldum made it 2-1 on the night. Roma hit back and won the match 4-2 however they lost 7-6 on aggregate. But in the…
[ad_1] Fernando Romero’s major league debut for Minnesota carried the extra weight of a Twins team that won only once in its previous 12 games. No pressure, kid. Well, he sure didn’t appear to feel any. Romero kept Toronto scoreless while pitching into the sixth inning, giving the Twins a badly needed boost in a…
[ad_1] “You don’t come without luck. We needed it only one time tonight. Real Madrid needed luck yesterday too. That’s how it is. “We have two very important Premier League games then let’s go there [the final] and try our best. “The boys deserve it, the character they showed, the football they showed – it…
[ad_1] Six months after his second-place finish at the NCAA Division I men’s cross-country championships, Justyn Knight had the eyes of many on him during the 5,000 metres at the 2017 Payton Jordan Invitational last May in Stanford, Calif. Earlier that season, the Toronto native had also set a course record in an eight-kilometre race in Earlysville, Va.,…
[ad_1] Madrid, like most cities around the continent, holds plenty of memories for the 68-year-old and he will try to channel the very best of them tonight as his side bid to chase the near-impossible dream of dumping Atletico out of the Europa League in their own state-of-the-art stadium. Nobody has scored at the Wanda…
[ad_1] Liverpool advanced to its first Champions League final in more than a decade despite a 4-2 loss at Roma on Wednesday. The Reds scored two early goals and that was all they needed to advance 7-6 on aggregate after a 5-2 win in the first leg of the semifinals. Sadio Mane took advantage of…
[ad_1] BT presenter Gary Lineker found it funny and says Milner will eventually. “He’s had a mild chuckle there,” Lineker said. “He’ll definitely laugh about it in time, as long as nothing dramatic happens in the second half.” The own goal did not cost Liverpool too dearly as the game ended 4-2 to Roma on the…
[ad_1] In the space of a day, the stoic resolve that characterized the Winnipeg Jets has morphed into a more upbeat sensibility. A come-from-behind victory at home has a way of doing that to a hockey team. Tuesday night’s 7-4 victory over the Nashville Predators left several members of the Jets in a buoyant mood as the…
[ad_1] “If Arsenal want to kick on they’ve got to sign £40-50m players and will he entice them? When David Moyes went to Manchester United, he could not get those sort of players in and ended up turning to what he knew. “Do not get me wrong, Dyche has done an unbelievable job, and he…
[ad_1] Gavin Broadhead was training hard, but he didn’t know what for. The former centre with the Western Hockey League’s Medicine Hat Tigers turned to crossfit and weightlifting after hockey before joining the University of Lethbridge track team. He learned about RBC Training Ground from Pronghorn teammate Sarah Orban, whose success in the program got…
[ad_1] That is the verdict of former Manchester United captain turned BT Sport pundit Rio Ferdinand. Firmino has been in stunning goalscoring form for Liverpool this season but has often been overshadowed by Mohamed Salah. Salah has scored 43 goals in all competitions for the Reds in his debut campaign, 16 more than Firmino has…
[ad_1] An international men’s soccer league has no room for Canada’s top female player. Stephanie Labbé is considered the No. 1 player in the country. She earned 49 caps, awarded for each international game appearance, and helped the Canadian women’s team win Olympic bronze at the 2016 Rio games. To challenge herself, she also tried to…
[ad_1] And he believes they can go all the way and beat Real Madrid in the final in Kiev if they keep up the way they’re playing. “This Liverpool team in this competition, progressively so as it’s gone on more and more, they’ve found a way to really produce,” Lampard said on BT Sport. “No…
[ad_1] Canadian cross-country skier and Sudbury native Devon Kershaw is retiring after a 15 year career that took him to four Olympic games and several World Cup titles. “It has been 15 great years chasing my dreams in a sport that I absolutely love, but I have a wife and a 15-month-old daughter now, and…
[ad_1] “What you’ll find (Sadio) Mane and (Mohamed) Salah won’t come back all the way to protect (Andy) Robertson and (Trent) Alexander-Arnold. “Wijnaldum will go out to help (Trent) Alexander-Arnold and Milner will help Robertson. “They will be the ones that double up and that leaves Salah and Mane further up the pitch for the…
[ad_1] The NFL players’ union says former San Francisco 49ers safety Eric Reid filed a grievance against the league, alleging that he remains unsigned as a result of collusion by owners. Reid, a Pro Bowler in 2013, had joined former teammate Colin Kaepernick two seasons ago in kneeling during the national anthem to protest police…
[ad_1] Liverpool: Karius, Alexander-Arnold, Lovren, Van Dijk, Robertson, Henderson, Milner, Wijnaldum, Salah, Mane, Firmino. Subs: Mignolet, Clyne, Klavan, Moreno, Ings, Solanke, Woodburn Roma: Alisson, Florenzi, Manolas, Fazio, Kolarov, Pellegrini, De Rossi, Nainggolan, Schick, Dzeko, El Shaarawy. Subs: Skorupski, Juan, Peres, Under, Gonalons, Gerson, Antonucci [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] Retired longtime CFL receiver Mike Morreale hopes he can parlay his football background into a successful league for Canadian basketball players and fans. Morreale is the CEO of the new Canadian Elite Basketball League that will tip off in May of 2019. “The opportunity to get back into sport was huge, and very important,…
[ad_1] They wrote: “Leaked team for tonight – Adam Bogdan; Philipp Degen, Sotiros Kyrgiakos, Tiago Ilori, Paul Konchesky; Christan Poulsen, Bruno Cheyrou, Joe Cole; Milan Jovanovic, Steven Caulker, El-Hadji Diouf. “Please nobody show this to @ASRomaEN” And Roma saw the funny side, responding: “This is how we think #LFC will line up tonight for #RomaLFC”…
[ad_1] Alex Anthopoulos was asked Tuesday night if he remembered the first time he saw Mike Soroka pitch. Anthopoulos, the former Jays GM and now Atlanta Braves GM, recalled watching the Calgary right-hander in a red and white Canada uniform pitch for the junior national team against the Toronto Blue Jays on March 15, 2015…
[ad_1] “Kieran has been touted as the next Manchester United or Arsenal left-back,” Commons told Sky Sports. “But I just wonder if he can take the same confidence, bordering on arrogance – that whole ‘I’m Mr Celtic’ thing – into a dressing room with Paul Pogba, Romelu Lukaku, Alexis Sanchez and David de Gea. Are…
[ad_1] And Gerrard can see weaknesses in Zinedine Zidane’s team that Liverpool can exploit. “Well they should be worried,” Gerrard said of Real. “If Liverpool do get over the line they should be worried because you look at this Madrid team and they have major problems behind the full-backs. Liverpool will exploit that. “They also have…
[ad_1] Liverpool transfer news LIVE updates: All the latest from Anfield Wednesday May 2 Alisson update… Roma goalkeeper Alisson has offered his take on Liverpool and Real Madrid being tipped to move for him in the summer. “I do not know what will happen,” the Brazilian told Gazzetta dello Sport, when asked if there’s a…
[ad_1] Five members of Sweden’s national junior team and their coach have been disciplined by the International Ice Hockey Federation for removing their silver medals during the closing ceremony of this past year’s world junior tournament at Buffalo in January. The IIHF issued multiple-game suspensions against the players, including defenceman Rasmus Dahlin, the consensus No.…
[ad_1] Van Dijk joined Liverpool from Southampton in January for £75million – a world-record transfer fee for a defender. The Dutchman has played a huge part in leading the Reds to the Champions League semi-final, where they face Roma in the second leg tonight. Ferdinand was discussing Liverpool’s chances of defending the 5-2 aggregate lead…
[ad_1] The NHL is taking a look at a hit by Washington forward Tom Wilson that left Pittsburgh’s Zach Aston-Reese with a broken jaw and concussion. The league’s department of player safety announced Wednesday that it has scheduled a hearing for Wilson to talk about the collision that occurred a night earlier during Washington’s 4-3…
[ad_1] Arsenal are on the lookout for a new manager with Arsene Wenger set to leave the club in the summer. Wenger will have spent almost 22 years at the club when he leaves the training ground for the final time. Campbell, who came through the academy at Arsenal and went on to score 46…
[ad_1] Liverpool lead 5-2 going into the clash in Rome following the first leg at Anfield eight days ago. They are overwhelming favourites to get through to the final and meet Real Madrid in Kiev on May 26. However, Francis believes despite the £75million signing of centre-back Virgil van Dijk, there are still vulnerabilities at…
[ad_1] Edin Dzeko leads the line in a refreshing FIFA Team of the Week that doesn’t include any Barcelona, Real Madrid or Premier League top six stars. The Roma striker has been in terrific form all season and will hoping to fire his team to an unlikely Champions League semi-final comeback over Liverpool tonight. He…
[ad_1] The Reds travel to Rome for the second leg of their semi-final clash with Roma tonight. Jurgen Klopp’s side boast a 5-2 lead heading into this evening’s clash. The winner between Liverpool and Roma will face Real Madrid in the Champions League final later this month. And BT Sport pundit Ferdinand says the Reds…
[ad_1] Neymar could leave PSG for Real Madrid this summer just 12 months after turning his back on Barcelona and Messi. The Brazil international fired PSG to the Ligue 1 title but, despite his achievements, a move away could be on the cards. And Spanish outlet Diario Gol say Neymar has now discussed a move…
[ad_1] The hockey world championships have been overshadowed by the Olympic tournament since the 1998 Nagano Games, the first to feature NHL players. Not this year. The NHL’s decision to skip the Pyeongchang Olympics had an impact. Amid tepid interest in South Korea, the games were often played in half-empty arenas. It will be a…
[ad_1] Wenger will leave Arsenal at the end of the season after 22 years in north London. The Frenchman, 68, won 10 major trophies during his time with the Gunners, with Wenger hoping to make it 11 by winning the Europa League this month. Numerous managers have been tipped to replace Wenger at the Emirates,…
[ad_1] The first round of the playoffs some stunning basketball with the top four teams now into the conference semi-final. Houston Rockets saw off the Minnesota Timberwolves while Utah Jazz beat the OKC while the second semi on West pits New Orleans Pelicans with Golden State Warriors. LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers are up…
[ad_1] The Manchester United midfielder has received his fair share of criticism from fans and pundits in recent seasons. Sky Sports pundits Jamie Carragher and Gary Neville have often not held back in their views of the Belgian for his style of play. But Fellaini has taken offence to how the former Liverpool defender can…
[ad_1] Dominic Cozzolino has never met Humboldt Broncos hockey player Ryan Straschnitzki, but feels he’s already a teammate. Nine years ago, in March 2009, a 14-year-old Cozzolino was playing with the AA Mississauga Jets when he suffered a spinal fracture after crashing into the boards during a playoff game. He couldn’t get up and hours later doctors told him…
[ad_1] Liverpool visit the Stadio Olimpico looking to reach the Champions League final, holding a 5-2 advantage from the first leg. While Roma were big underdogs to even reach this stage of the competition when they were drawn against Chelsea in Group C, the Italians have certainly proved their doubters wrong since. A 3-0 win…
[ad_1] The Spurs star spent just under six weeks in New York undergoing rehabilitation on his quad injury. However, there has been plenty of mystery surrounding the 26-year-old’s absence in recent months. Leonard, who wasn’t with the Spurs for the end of the regular season and their playoff series against the Golden State Warriors, played…
[ad_1] Philippe Coutinho left Liverpool for Barcelona in January in a £142m move after months of speculation. The Brazilian had wanted to leave last summer but Liverpool managed to hold on until the winter transfer window before finally deciding to cash in. And with the Reds failing to replace the midfielder at the the turn…
[ad_1] Manchester United signed Fellaini from Everton in the summer of 2013. And, despite the player not always convincing the Old Trafford faithful, he has always had the support of his manager throughout that time. David Moyes and Louis van Gaal both trusted him, and Jose Mourinho has adopted the same approach throughout his two-year…
[ad_1] The Reds travel to Rome tonight for the second leg of their semi-final clash against Roma. Jurgen Klopp’s men boast a 5-2 lead heading into this evening’s tie. The winner between Liverpool and Roma will face Real Madrid in the Champions League final later this month. Real beat Bayern Munich 4-3 on aggregate in…
[ad_1] Hawkins cleared the table in the final frame of his 13-5 victory over the Chinese star, but for his final shot he tried something different. Hawkins led 12-5 going into the final frame of the quarter-final and was on a break of 117 after sinking the pink. But for the black – and with…
[ad_1] Rodriguez left Real Madrid for Bayern Munich in the summer, rejecting a move to Manchester United in the process. The Colombia international has been a huge hit in Bavaria, driving Bayern toward another Bundesliga title. However, he was unable to fire Bayern Munich into the Champions League final, with Real going through at their…
[ad_1] Liverpool forward Salah has bagged 43 goals across all competitions, leading to talk of a move to Real Madrid. The Egypt international is wanted as a long-term replacement for Gareth Bale, whose Bernabeu career appears to be winding down. Real will, however, have to fork out near £200million to tempt Liverpool into letting Salah…
[ad_1] Buvac has stepped back from his first team role until the end of the season and looks unlikely to return to the club. The official line is Buvac is taking a break for personal reasons, although yesterday emerged as a shock candidate for the Arsenal job. Liverpool face Roma tonight in the Champions League…
[ad_1] Mike Soroka’s family and friends came all the way from Western Canada to see his major league debut Tuesday night. Even still, the last thing he wanted to do was look up at them in the stands. “I didn’t want to get caught in a moment too much,” he said. “I could hear them,…
[ad_1] Liverpool forward Salah has emerged as a Real Madrid target with Los Blancos ready to bid for him at the end of the season. The Egypt international has bagged an impressive 43 goals from 47 outings across all competitions following his arrival from Roma a year ago. Liverpool are eager to keep Salah out…
[ad_1] It was the moment the Toronto Raptors had been building toward since team president Masai Ujiri uttered the words “culture reset” nearly a year ago. But missed shot after missed shot Tuesday, the Raptors saw their hopes of striking the first blow in their second-round playoff series against old foe Cleveland disappear. The Raptors…
[ad_1] Manchester United want Real Madrid midfielder Kroos to be their long-term replacement for Michael Carrick. The Germany international is on the Red Devils’ radar four years after they missed out on signing him from Bayern Munich. Jose Mourinho is a huge Kroos admirer and would love to make him his Manchester United midfield lynchpin.…
[ad_1] Capitals’ winger Tom Wilson was back at it again in Game 3 with a massive hit on Zach Aston-Reese forcing him to leave the game. [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] Arsenal have been tipped to move for Simeone with Wenger stepping down at the end of the season. The Frenchman confirmed last month he would leave the north London giants after 22 years at the helm. Simeone has emerged as a potential candidate for Arsenal having blossomed during his time in charge of Atletico.…
[ad_1] TORONTO — LeBron James insists he doesn’t dwell too much on previous seasons. But for the Toronto Raptors, their past failures are what define them. The Cleveland Cavaliers ousted the club in two consecutive post-seasons, including a four-game sweep in last year’s Eastern Conference semifinal. The Raptors’ disappointing performance prompted a revamped playing style that was meant to ensure…
[ad_1] Transfer news LIVE: All the latest gossip from the Premier League and around Europe. Wednesday, May 2 Chelsea eye Martial 07:45: Chelsea are considering a summer move for Manchester United misfit Anthony Martial – but the Red Devils don’t want to sell. Antonio Conte is expected to leave at the end of this season…
[ad_1] The Raptors’ most famous fan was left steaming Tuesday night after a run-in with a burly Cavalier during Toronto’s 113-112 overtime playoff loss to Cleveland. Drake, the Raptors’ global ambassador, exchanged words with Kendrick Perkins as the veteran centre passed by his courtside seat at halftime and after the game. The six-foot-10, 270-pound Perkins,…
[ad_1] Martial could leave Manchester United having struggled for game time since Alexis Sanchez’s arrival in January. The France international has bagged 11 goals from 43 games across all competitions but, with Chelsea, Juventus and Bayern Munich circling, a move away could beckon. Mourinho has refused to give Martial any guarantees over his Manchester United…
[ad_1] Stephen Curry came off the bench to score 28 points in a triumphant return from a knee injury and nearly six weeks off, and the Golden State Warriors held off Anthony Davis and the pesky New Orleans Pelicans for a 121-116 win Tuesday night to go ahead 2-0 in the Western Conference semifinals. Kevin…
[ad_1] That’s according to former Reds defender Mark Lawrenson. The Premier League side lead 5-2 at the half-way point of their last-four tie having blown the Italians away at Anfield last week with ex-Roma winger Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino both scoring twice and Sadio Mane also on the score-sheet. The visitors scored twice late…
[ad_1] Ryan Johansen says the Predators stopped skating after Nashville surrendered a three-goal lead on the way to losing 7-4 to the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday. Ryan Ellis took it one step further. “We stopped playing,” Ellis explained of the 3-0 lead that vanished after the first period. “We didn’t play hard and they really…
[ad_1] That’s according to former Newcastle and Tottenham attacker Chris Waddle. Real booked their third consecutive final in the tournament courtesy of a 2-2 semi-final second-leg draw with Bayern Munich, which – following on from a 2-1 away win in the first leg – was enough to schedule a trip to Kiev later this month…
[ad_1] When you have the sort of firepower, determination and wild support the Winnipeg Jets have these days, you’re never out of a game. The Jets, the best home team in hockey, found themselves down and almost out after the opening 20 minutes, but they dug in against the best road team in the NHL,…
[ad_1] Henrichs, 21, has been rated the Bundesliga’s best young defender. He signed a two-year contract extension at Leverkusen last summer though it included a £31m get-out clause. The Sun report Chelsea want Henrichs with the defender aware of interest from the Blues. Henrichs has also been a target for Manchester United and Manchester City…
[ad_1] Kendrys Morales homered twice for Toronto and reached base all five times he batted, including an intentional walk in the 10th inning when the Blue Jays scored twice on wild pitches by Minnesota’s John Curtiss and sped past the Twins 7-4 on Tuesday night. The bullpen finished with five scoreless innings for the Blue…
[ad_1] Liverpool have one foot in the clash later this month, taking a 5-2 first leg lead to Roma for tonight’s semi-final second leg (7.45pm). Real Madrid have already progressed to the final, having seen off Bayern Munich 4-3 in the semi-final. But Wijnaldum already has Kiev on his mind, despite having 90 minutes to…
[ad_1] Blake Wheeler scored on the power play with 4:59 to play as the Winnipeg Jets roared back from an early 3-0 deficit to defeat the Nashville Predators 7-4 on Tuesday and grab a 2-1 lead in their second-round playoff series. After missing on a number of earlier chances, the Jets captain buried a rebound…
[ad_1] The Football Association could demand more than the £600million on offer to buy Wembley, a leading property expert has claimed. Amid mounting controversy over the future of the home of English football, the offer by Pakistani-American billionaire Shahid Khan ‘sounds very good value for the buyer’ said the expert. Valuations specialist Mark Shipman, founding…
[ad_1] Alex Ovechkin knocked his own rebound out of midair and by Matt Murray with 1:07 remaining to lift the Washington Capitals to a 4-3 victory on Tuesday night in Game 3 of their increasingly testy Eastern Conference semifinal series with Pittsburgh. Ovechkin gave the Capitals a 2-1 series lead when he collected a pass from Nicklas Backstrom and fired a…
[ad_1] Harry Kane believes a tweet sent from a Football Association account mocking his FA Cup semi-final performance against Manchester United was ‘silly’ and the Tottenham striker questioned whether any other country would seek to undermine its leading stars. Following Tottenham’s 2-1 defeat by United, the FA’s official FA Cup account sent a message that…
[ad_1] According to Ringside News, the WWE expert insists Rousey needs to be put on the “Lesnar Schedule” because it would add extra impact to every single appearance she makes. Meltzer claims WWE Chairman Vince McMahon is trying to figure out a way to have her on RAW every week without wrestling and still making…
[ad_1] Real Madrid drew 2-2 with Bayern Munich tonight in the semi-final second-leg encounter at the Bernabeu. That result meant Zinedine Zidane’s side go through to the final 4-3 on aggregate. Liverpool are heavy favourites to join them in Kiev on May 26 as they lead Roma 5-2 on aggregate ahead of the second leg…
[ad_1] Tonight for Golden State will all be about the return of Steph Curry who has missed the previous 16 games due to a Grade 2 MCL sprain in his left knee. The Warriors have performed comfortably without their two-time MVP in the playoffs so far and recorded a blowout win over the Pelicans in…
[ad_1] GETTY Mohamed Salah has been linked with a move to Real Madrid Salah added another award to his burgeoning collection this week when he scooped the Football Writers’ Association Player of the Year, having already been crowned the same by the PFA. The Egypt international has bagged an astonishing 43 goals in all competitions…
[ad_1] That’s according to Mayfield’s agent Jack Mills who saw his man chosen by Cleveland Browns as the first pick of the Draft. The Patriots had Pick 23 in the first round of the Draft but had wanted to move to Pick 2 in an attempt to take Mayfield. WHO DO PATRIOTS PLAY IN 2018?…
[ad_1] The Portuguese superstar has been in irresistible form for Real Madrid, as they aim to win the European Cup for the third time in a row. Although they were held to a 2-2 draw on Tuesday against Bayern Munich at the Bernabeu, Los Blancos booked their place in the final courtesy of a 4-3…
[ad_1] That’s the view of Cowboys’ scouting chief Will McClay, with the wide receiver let go from the NFC East side on April 13. He is yet to be picked up by another NFL team having turned down a multi-year offer from the Baltimore Ravens. WHO DO DALLAS COWBOYS FACE IN 2018? FULL SCHEDULE REVEALED…
[ad_1] But the Hoops manager hopes the 25-year-old will stay at Parkhead for the long haul after weighing up his options. Rogic is entering the final year of his current deal and is waiting to see what opportunities arise after he appears for Australia at the World Cup in Russia this summer. Rodgers insists he’s…
[ad_1] A fight between ‘The Notorious’ and the undefeated Nurmagomedov has been on many MMA fans’ wish list for nearly two years. The eagerness to see the pair go head-to-head with one another exploded last month at the UFC 223 media day when McGregor attacked a bus carrying Nurmagomedov and his fellow fighters. Right now,…
[ad_1] Jurgen Klopp has received an injury boost ahead of the upcoming Champions League semi-final second leg against Roma, with both Adam Lallana and Sadio Mane in training Lallana was spotted running through drills with his Liverpool team-mates at the Stadio Olimpico as he continues his rehabilitation from a hamstring injury. The England midfielder has…
[ad_1] CBC Sports’ Sophia Jurksztowicz gets you set for Toronto’s second round meeting with the Cleveland Cavaliers. [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] Nicholl has been appointed caretaker manager alongside Jonatan Johansson for the last three fixtures, with Murty sacked in the wake of another humiliating hammering from Celtic. Murty had to put up with several brazen instances of disrespect in his final weeks. There were displays of petulance when making substitutions as well as a dressing-row…
[ad_1] Desperation turns to jubilation in the NHL playoffs when a trailing team manages to score the tying goal late in regulation to force overtime. That sudden change of emotions would figure to fuel a team’s momentum in overtime. But that’s not always the case, as evidenced the past three nights when a team that…
[ad_1] Mourinho signed the Serbia international for the second time in his career last summer, handing Chelsea £40m to get him on-board. And Matic has since made 35 Premier League appearances as Manchester United have looked to finish as close to runaway champions Manchester City as possible. Matic’s time at United has largely been branded…
[ad_1] Canadian Mike Woods, fresh off a historic second-place finish at Liege-Bastogne-Liege, is looking to make his mark in the 101st Giro d’Italia. The first three stages of the race are in Israel, starting Friday with an individual time trial in Jerusalem. It marks the first time a Grand Tour race will begin outside Europe.…
[ad_1] The Stamford Bridge club’s owner Roman Abramovich is intent on strengthening the squad after a disappointing season, and has given the go-ahead for moves to be made in the transfer market despite uncertainty over the managerial situation. Antonio Conte is expected to leave at the end of this season after just two years in…
[ad_1] Real Madrid conceded another early goal but held on to draw 2-2 against Bayern Munich on Tuesday and reach its third straight Champions League final 4-3 on aggregate. Joshua Kimmich scored for Bayern in the third minute to set the stage for another comeback at the Santiago Bernabeu, like the one Juventus nearly pulled off…
[ad_1] Karim Benzema’s double was enough to see Real through as Bayern made a game of it in the Spanish capital. Bayern, 2-1 down from the first leg, got off to the perfect start when Joshua Kimmich bundled home just four minutes into the game. But Real soon responded thanks to Benzema, who levelled with…
[ad_1] Guy Boucher will be back behind the Ottawa Senators bench next season, and so will his entire staff. Speaking on Ottawa radio station TSN 1200, Senators general manager Pierre Dorion confirmed that Boucher and his assistants will return despite the club’s second-last place finish in 2017-18. Dorion said Boucher would run the power play, while…
[ad_1] Ibrahimovic has enjoyed two spells with Mourinho during his career, turning out under the Portuguese at Inter Milan and United. He’s got plenty of positives to look back on from his time at Old Trafford, where he moved after leaving Paris Saint-Germain in 2016. Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored 28 goals in 46 appearances during his…
[ad_1] Real Madrid host Bayern Munich in the second leg of their Champions League semi-final tonight. Real hold a 2-1 first-leg lead heading into their home fixture of this clash, having stunned Bayern in Germany last week. But it was Bayern who rocked their hosts just four minutes in when Joshua Kimmich bundled home from…
[ad_1] That is according to BT Sport pundit and former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand. Liverpool are 5-2 up heading into the second leg in Roma. The Reds are overwhelming favourites heading into the match, even though they conceded two late away goals at Anfield last week. But Roma have previous in coming back from…
[ad_1] It’s close to DeMar DeRozan’s heart, and much bigger than basketball. And so the Toronto Raptors all-star is happy to be an advocate for mental health, and has lent his voice to the NBA’s new initiative that launched Tuesday. “When we get to speak to speak out against something that’s bigger than basketball —…
[ad_1] That’s according to Frank Lampard, who says the German has a brilliant knack for improving the players he signs. Liverpool look on course to secure a top four finish in the Premier League for the second successive season. And they’re primed to book their place in the Champions League final when they take on…
[ad_1] Winnipeg Jets fans have a new anthem to sing when they meet the Nashville Predators for their first home game of their second-round NHL playoff series. CBC Manitoba’s Information Radio asked listeners to write in new lyrics to the tune of the classic country song The Gambler by Kenny Rogers. Those lyrics had to describe our…
[ad_1] Gerrard is the overwhelming favourite to replace Graeme Murty, who was sacked by Rangers this morning. Reports this evening claim the Liverpool legend has agreed a three-year deal to take over at Ibrox. Gerrard was working as a pundit for BT Sport’s coverage of the Champions League semi-final second-leg between Real Madrid and Bayern…
[ad_1] Captain Connor McDavid had a goal and an assist and Jean-Gabriel Pageau scored twice as Canada thumped Latvia 6-1 Tuesday in its only warmup game before the upcoming world hockey championship. Pierre-Luc Dubois also had a goal and an assist for Canada, while Anthony Beauvillier and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scored the other Canadian goals. Colton…
[ad_1] Real Madrid host Bayern Munich in the second leg of their Champions League semi-final tonight. Real hold a 2-1 first-leg lead heading into their home fixture of this clash, having stunned Bayern in Germany last week. Cristiano Ronaldo starts for Zinedine Zidane’s side, but there is no place in the XI for Gareth Bale’s…
[ad_1] The Carolina Hurricanes have hired Rick Dudley as senior vice-president of hockey operations. The move came a day after the Hurricanes fired former general manager Ron Francis after four years on the job and saw pro scout and adviser Joe Nieuwendyk resign. The Hurricanes have yet to name a new GM. “Rick brings a…
[ad_1] That’s the verdict of Anfield legend Kenny Dalglish, who also says defenders will view Mohamed Salah as “unplayable” off the back of his impressive campaign. Liverpool take on Roma at the Stadio Olimpico on Wednesday night looking to secure their place in this month’s Champions League final. Jurgen Klopp’s side will go into that…
[ad_1] Canada’s entry at the Langford, B.C., stop on the World Rugby Women’s Sevens Series later this month should be easy to spot. The Canadian women are taking part in Colour Your Hair to Conquer Cancer, a campaign to raise funds for the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. For players like Sara Kaljuvee and former captain…
[ad_1] Gerrard has been offered a three-year contract and has accepted the role after Rangers sacked Graeme Murty today. The Liverpool under-18s coach has been in talks with Ibrox bosses since last week over the post. And he was now agreed to take over after ironing out details of the deal. That is according to…
[ad_1] Gerrard looks set to take the helm at Ibrox after the sacking of Graeme Murty today. The Liverpool legend is yet to manage a senior side, with his only experience as coach coming with the Reds’ under-18s. Strachan knows about the pressure that comes with managing one of the two Glasgow giants and claims…
[ad_1] Arsenal are on the lookout for a manager with Arsene Wenger set to leave in the summer after almost 22 years at the club. Wenger is the only manager Iwobi has had in his short club career and at 21 was only a few months old when the Frenchman was appointed in 1996. And…
[ad_1] That is according to Chelsea legend and Gerrard’s former England team-mate Frank Lampard. Rangers today sacked manager Graeme Murty after Sunday’s humiliating 5-0 Old Firm loss to Celtic. Gerrard is the overwhelming favourite to be Murty’s replacement and has been in talks this week. The former Liverpool captain is the current manager of the…
[ad_1] Klopp told Liverpoolfc.com: “Apart from the long-term injuries, only Joe is not here. “He had a little bit of a setback in the early stages of the last game. He came through somehow, to be honest, but after the game the injury was still there so we’ve left him at home. “It’s only a…
[ad_1] Nadal continued his magnificent form on clay as he won the Barcelona Open at the weekend. During his straight-sets final victory against Stefano Tsitsipas, the world No 1 took his consecutive set wins on dirt up to 46. But the one major absence during this part of the season is that Roger Federer chooses…
[ad_1] Salah and Kane are seemingly in a two-horse race for the Premier League Golden Boot this season. Salah has scored 31 goals in an astonishing first campaign at Liverpool, with Harry Kane notching 27 times with three games remaining, one more than his rival. Ginola says the issue with the Tottenham star is when…
[ad_1] Real Madrid go into tonight’s second leg holding a 2-1 lead over the Bundesliga champions as they look to reach a third consecutive Champions League final. But former Los Blancos striker Ronaldo will not be in attendance to watch his old side. “I will not go to the Bernabeu because I’m going to get…
[ad_1] GETTY Zeljko Buvac is set to quit his role at Liverpool to become Arsenal’s new manager Reports today sensationally claimed that Buvac will succeed Arsene Wenger at Arsenal. Liverpool announced yesterday that Jurgen Klopp’s No 2 will spend some time away from the Reds in the coming weeks, citing “personal reasons” for his leave…
[ad_1] Toronto FC has suffered another injury blow on defence with news that veteran centre back Drew Moor could be out two to three months with a quad tear. The 14-year veteran was injured in training ahead of the return leg of the CONCACAF Champions League final last week in Guadalajara against Chivas. With Justin…
[ad_1] The Spain international has impressed under Zinedine Zidane this time out. Asensio, 22, has scored nine goals and chipped in with five assists in all competitions this season. However, the attacker, who has started just 18 La Liga games, is said to be keen to get more game time at the Bernabeu under Zidane.…
[ad_1] Collier was officiating Carter’s clash with O’Sullivan that turned nasty on Saturday when the two players barged into each other. But before that Carter was involved in another controversial incident whereby he was criticised for not shaking Collier’s hand at the end of the previous day’s session. Fans slammed Carter on Twitter but Collier…
[ad_1] Arsenal are reportedly eyeing up Liverpool assistant manager Zeljko Buvac to replace Arsene Wenger at the end of the season. Buvac has not been suspended by the Reds, though the club have confirmed he will take time away from the club due to personal reasons. Reports from his native Bosnia have suggested Buvac is…
[ad_1] The two Red Bulls had a race-ending tangle on lap 40 of 52 in Baku with Ricciardo going through the back of his Dutch team-mate at full speed down the main straight, sending them both on to the run-off area at the track’s first corner. Their crash understandably left team principal Christian Horner furious,…
[ad_1] The Frenchman will leave the Emirates this summer after 22 impressive years in north London. Wenger, 68, appears to have been forced out, with the Gunners keen to freshen things up at the end of the season. Numerous managers have been tipped to replace Wenger, with Juventus’ Max Allegri, Germany boss Joachim Low and…
[ad_1] Gary Neville has selected his Premier League Team of the Season with three Liverpool players among the XI. The former Manchester United star has been forced to include a team dominated by rivals, with Manchester City stars taking up most of the space. Liverpool sensation Mohamed Salah makes the cut, as does Roberto Firmino,…
[ad_1] James, 33, has won three championships, as well as being crowned the MVP on four occasions during his illustrious career. The Cleveland Cavaliers superstar has had another sensational season, with the 14-time All-Star averaging 34.4 points per game in the play-offs. James scored a staggering 44 points in 42 minutes to guide the Cavs…
[ad_1] Carroll was sent home from training yesterday after a heated confrontation with Moyes following the Manchester City thrashing on Sunday. Carroll was angered when he was an unused sub for the game and stormed down the tunnel after Moyes had made his third change. Moyes said after the game he would speak to Carroll…
[ad_1] Mohamed Salah has been voted FWA Footballer of the Year after an incredibly tight race between himself and Kevin De Bruyne. Over 400 journalists cast their votes for the top Premier League player in 2017/18, yet less than 20 votes seperated the top pair. Harry Kane was voted in third place, though seven other…
[ad_1] Sky Sports expert Gary Neville has revealed his list of Premier League award winners for 2017/18 – with Manchester City and Liverpool heroes dominating. The former Manchester United defender has selected stars for various categories including Player of the Season, Manager of the Season and Goal of the Season. He has made an interesting…
[ad_1] The Brazil striker this week put pen to paper on an improved contract which will keep him at Anfield until 2023. But with the club involved in negotiations to secure both his strike partners Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah on similarly improved terms, Klopp believes the deal is a firm statement of intent. “This…
[ad_1] Rangers were hammered by Celtic last weekend, which saw the Hoops win their seventh consecutive title. And following that defeat, Murty has stood down as Rangers boss. Rangers are yet to make an official statement on Murty’s departure. Murty, 43, took over at the Ibrox Stadium last December, replacing Pedro Caixinha. The Gers look…
[ad_1] The Egypt international has been in sensational form under Jurgen Klopp this time out. Salah, 25, has netted a staggering 43 goals in all competitions, with the winger on course to win the Premier League Golden Boot. The ex-Chelsea ace has been tipped to quit Liverpool at the end of the season, with Real…
[ad_1] The Arsenal midfielder hasn’t featured for the Gunners since October 2016 due to an Achilles problem that has seen him undergo several operations, including a skin graft from his arm. Cazorla has been making great strides in his rehabilitation of late though and was spotted doing some training on the Emirates pitch ahead of…
[ad_1] That’s the word of warning from Curry’s team-mate Klay Thompson. Curry has not played since March 23 due to a knee injury but could make his long-awaited comeback at the Oracle Arena (3.30am UK time) as the Warriors look to move 2-0 in the Western Conference semi-finals. Golden State eased past the San Antonio…
[ad_1] Transfer news LIVE: All the latest from Man Utd, Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool and more Tuesday, May 1 Martial future Anthony Martial has reportedly told friends he doesn’t expect to be at Manchester United next season. Manchester United sources say the club still regard Martial as a valuable player for the future while it is…
[ad_1] The Cavs narrowly overcame the test of the Indiana Pacers, with James avoiding a first ever career exit in the first round of the post season with a 4-3 series win. But he faces a far tougher challenge against the Raptors, who finished with a franchise-best 59 wins as the East’s No 1 seed and overcame…
[ad_1] Arsene Wenger will leave the Emirates this summer after 22 remarkable years in north London. The Frenchman, 68, has hinted he was forced to quit Arsenal – otherwise he’d be sacked at the end of the season. And according to The Sun, the Gunners have a 14-man shortlist to replace the departing Wenger. They…
[ad_1] The Gunners are on the hunt for a new boss to replace Arsene Wenger, who will step down at the end of the season. And journalist Ian McGarry, a regular pundit on the Transfer Window Podcast, says the net is closing on on Enrique to replace Wenger at the Emirates. He revealed: “I can…
[ad_1] Journalist Ian McGarry, a regular pundit on the Transfer Window Podcast, made the claim which will send shockwaves through the Premier League this week. The writing appears on the wall for Antonio Conte, who is set to be axed by owner Roman Abramovich at the end of the season. The Chelsea board have already…
[ad_1] William Karlsson scored 8:17 into overtime and the Vegas Golden Knights bounced back from a blown lead late in the third period to beat the San Jose Sharks 4-3 on Monday night to take a 2-1 series lead. After Tomas Hertl tied the game with 1:57 left in regulation, the expansion Golden Knights rebounded and won in…
[ad_1] Manchester United sources say the club still regard Martial as a valuable player for the future while it is understood his preference is to stay at Old Trafford and play more regularly. But transfer expert Duncan Castles, speaking on the Transfer Window Podcast, says Martial wants to leave and talks are already being held…
[ad_1] The Gunners came close to signing Lemar last summer only for the deal to break down at the 11th hour. Arsenal wanted Lemar to replace Alexis Sanchez, who had agreed a move to Manchester City. It was Arsene Wenger’s plan to replace Sanchez with Lemar and a fee was agreed between Arsenal and Monaco.…
[ad_1] Are you ready for Gameweek 37? Fantasy Premier League has entered the final two weeks of the season, though many teams will be playing twice in GW37. Manchester United, Manchester City and Chelsea are the among the teams with double gameweeks with several of their stars in great form. Raheem Sterling and Gabriel Jesus…
[ad_1] Under Klopp, Liverpool have made real strides and they will be just 90 minutes from their first Champions League final since 2007 when they face Roma in the second leg of their semi-final on Wednesday (7.45pm). Shankly on the other hand was the architect of the modern Reds and laid the foundations for their…
[ad_1] A run of three straight draws against Leicester City, Burnley and Southampton allowed City’s advantage over United at the top of the table to grow from nine points to 15 as United’s hopes of catching their neighbours quickly faded. Pep Guardiola’s City have ran away with the league title and can set records for…
[ad_1] Justin Smoak and Russell Martin homered, Yangervis Solarte had three hits and the Toronto Blue Jays edged the Minnesota Twins for a 7-5 win on Monday night. Smoak hit a towering, two-run shot to cap a three-run fourth inning to stake Toronto to a 5-0 lead. Martin added a solo homer to the second…
[ad_1] Terry Rozier scored 29 points and first-year Celtics forward Jayson Tatum scored 28 to outplay redshirt rookie Ben Simmons and lead the Boston Celtics to a 117-101 victory in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals on Monday night. With much of the attention focused on Philadelphia young guns Simmons and Joel Embiid, Boston’s…
[ad_1] Recap Brayden Point had an empty-net goal and three assists and Tampa Bay Lightning found a way to slow Boston’s high-scoring line of Patrice Bergeron, David Pastrnak and Brad Marchand to beat the Bruins 4-2 in Game 2 of their second-round playoff series Monday night. Centre collects goal, 3 assists as Tampa ties series…
[ad_1] Football fans have demanded any public money pumped into Wembley Stadium be paid back if the site is sold to a American NFL tycoon. There was shock today after it emerged the iconic football ground is set to be sold to Shahid Khan, the billionaire owner of American football team the Jacksonville Jaguars. The…
[ad_1] Nadal clinched an unprecedented 11th Barcelona Open title on Sunday after demolishing Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets – 6-2, 6-1. The victory further underlined his dominance on clay and he matched his feat of 11 Monte Carlo Masters crowns. The world no 1 shows no signs of slowing down and his preparations ahead of…
[ad_1] England’s WAGs will be provided with security at this summer’s World Cup The FA confirmed that family members of players and staff will be protected They have also been invited to travel with the FA’s official travel company Some players are also looking to hire private security guards amid security fears By Matt Lawton…
[ad_1] The film, which is based on Robert Ludlum’s spy fiction novel, is being put together by The Rock’s Seven Bucks Productions studio. Johnson will be the producer of the film and revealed on Instagram that he has decided to cast the lead role to his old WWE rival. The 10-time world champion announced: “Found…
[ad_1] The Liverpool winger has been in sublime form for the Reds this season. But Salah had an unusually quiet afternoon against Stoke at the weekend. The Egyptian missed a guilt-edged chance to open the scoring in the first half. And it appears the referee missed something of his own, clearly not seeing Salah swinging…
[ad_1] Jacob Trouba has watched Mark Scheifele’s progression to becoming a star forward more closely than others. The Winnipeg Jets teammates began their full-time NHL careers in 2013-14, when Trouba was a budding defenceman and Scheifele a big, skilled centre who thrived on studying the intricacies of the game. That’s why Trouba isn’t surprised Scheifele has been on fire in the playoffs, posting eight goals that put him atop that category…
[ad_1] Tottenham moved five points clear of fifth-place Chelsea and to within one of Liverpool in third – and still have a game in hand over Jurgen Klopp’s side. Dele Alli and Kane scored the goals at Wembley as Watford remained six points ahead of the drop zone. Kane pulled to within four goals of…
[ad_1] But Philadelphia 76ers legend Charles Barkley has warned his former team against making a move for James because it will stunt the growth of Ben Simmons. Philadelphia have been one of the in-form teams in the NBA for the past few months and have a strong chance of making the NBA Finals for the…
[ad_1] GETTY Zeljko Buvac with have nothing to do with Liverpool for the rest of the season But the decision to allow his trusted No2 Zeljko Buvac, the man he describes as “the brain”, to step away from his duties just as they reach the critical point of their season could be his riskiest move…
[ad_1] That’s according to ESPN pundit Max Kellerman, who suggests New Orleans would immediately become title contenders with George in their starting line-up. George sensationally left the Indiana Pacers last summer to help create a seemingly formidable team with the Oklahoma City Thunder alongside Russell Westbrook and Carmelo Anthony. But the regular season fell well…
[ad_1] The ambitious Midlands club are poised to join the race for Butland if Stoke are relegated. Nuno Esperito Santo’s newly-promoted Championship winners intend to show they mean business and have put the 25-year-old at the top of their shopping list. But they can expect stiff opposition with some of the top flight’s heavyweights also…
[ad_1] Hamilton, who survived a chaotic race to take victory in Azerbaijan on Sunday, claims Vettel’s erratic driving while leading behind the safety car could have caused a pile-up. “The rules are that when the safety car goes in, you’re not allowed to start and stop, start and stop,” said Hamilton. “You’re not allowed to…
[ad_1] Despite an excellent season in charge of Napoli, his side’s Serie A title challenge was effectively ended yesterday after a 3-0 defeat to Fiorentina on Sunday, while Juventus came from behind to beat Inter Milan 3-2 24 hours earlier to leave them four points clear at the top of the table. Chelsea look set…
[ad_1] Having home ice is supposed to be an advantage in the NHL. So far in these Stanley Cup playoffs, the only guarantee to playing at home is a monochrome backdrop provided by fans in team-specific T-shirts. Consider the following: — Winnipeg posted an NHL-high 32 wins on home ice. One of their seven regulation home losses,…
[ad_1] Seagulls boss Chris Hughton labelled the behaviour of some Burnley supporters “shameful” after Bong was allegedly subjected to vile racists taunts. Right-back Bong sparked an FA probe after accusing West Brom striker Jay Rodriguez of making racist comments to him during a game at the Hawthorns in January. Burnley-born Rodriguez, who spent five years…
[ad_1] Moments after almost single-handedly hauling the Cleveland Cavaliers to a narrow Game 7 win over Indiana on Sunday, LeBron James told reporters through droopy eyelids that he was tired and wanted to go home. But Dwane Casey isn’t buying it. “You believe he’s tired? I don’t believe it,” the Toronto Raptors head coach said.…
[ad_1] Arsenal are on the hunt for a new boss with Arsene Wenger set to step down at the end of the season. So far Wenger has only started Lacazette and Aubameyang together on one occasion since the latter arrived from Borussia Dortmund in January. That was the 2-1 loss at Newcastle two weeks ago,…
[ad_1] The Carolina Hurricanes terminated the contract of demoted general manager and Hall of Fame player Ron Francis on Monday. The Hurricanes announced the move in a three-sentence statement nearly two months after Francis was reassigned to another front-office position — president of hockey operations — while the team began a search for a new…
[ad_1] Barcelona only needed a draw against Deportivo but courtesy of a Lionel Messi hat-trick won 4-2 on Sunday. It was a maiden title for Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde, who joined the club last summer. Madrid have faltered badly in the league this season, trailing 15 points behind. But in a classy move, Madrid have…
[ad_1] The Raptors meet Cleveland in the NBA playoffs for the third consecutive year, beginning Tuesday in Toronto. Here are five keys to the series: Still the King So much of this series is about LeBron James. The four-time NBA MVP has averaged 30.9 points against Toronto in their last 12 meetings, and proved once…
[ad_1] Robertson joined Liverpool from relegated Hull last summer for an initial £8million. Neville knows the Scotland international well from his time as England assistant coach, where he analysed opposition players. He says Robertson had a big weakness defensively which was exploited on occasions on the international scene. However, Neville concedes he was wrong and…
[ad_1] Canadian divers Jennifer Abel and François Imbeau-Dulac finished 1st in the mixed 3-metre Synchronised final at the FINA Diving World Series in Montreal. [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] That is the opinion of former Rangers and Scotland striker Billy Dodds. Gerrard is the hot favourite to take over at Ibrox in the summer, with Graeme Murty set to leave the club. Dodds agrees it would be a gamble for Gerrard to take the Rangers job as his first managerial post. But he…
[ad_1] While changes on the ice are expected with the Toronto Maple Leafs for next season, a key front-office move was made Monday. Longtime NHL general manager Lou Lamoriello will not return to the post with the Leafs next season, the team announced in a news release. “Three years ago, Lou and I agreed on a…
[ad_1] GETTY Tottenham vs Watford: Live Premier League score, goals and updates from Wembley Tottenham could go a long way to booking a third successive season of Champions League football when they host Watford tonight. Antonio Conte’s Chelsea cut the Premier League gap to fourth-placed Spurs to two points with a win at relegation-threatened Swansea.…
[ad_1] There are no more draws to the button, double takeouts or extra ends — the curling season is officially over. The great granite game came to a screeching halt this past weekend in Calgary with the Champions Cup event — the season finale for the Grand Slam tour. Brad Gushue and Rachel Homan won the men’s…
[ad_1] Lukaku was forced off in Manchester United’s 2-1 win over Arsenal after a challenge with Konstantinos Mavropanos. But Belgian football expert Kristof Terreur has revealed Lukaku’s injury may not rule him out for too long. Terreur tweeted: “First diagnosis of Romelu Lukaku’s ankle injury: not one that will keep him out for weeks. “A…
[ad_1] The success of a Calgary bid for the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Games will depend on its leader. With the deadline to submit bids to the International Olympic Committee just nine months away, a champion for a 2026 bid has yet to appear. City council hasn’t decided if Calgary will bid or not, but…
[ad_1] That is the opinion of former Arsenal winger Perry Groves. Cech has come under criticism for his performances for the Gunners this season. The former Chelsea star has kept just 10 clean sheets in 32 appearances in the Premier League. That is four more than Jack Butland has got for relegation-threatened Stoke though. Butland,…
[ad_1] A person with direct knowledge of the decision says there will not be a disciplinary hearing for Washington Capitals winger Tom Wilson for his hit to the head of Pittsburgh Penguins defenceman Brian Dumoulin. The person spoke to The Associated Press on Monday on condition of anonymity because the NHL does not announce when…
[ad_1] Alderweireld is out of contract next year and Tottenham may be keen on selling to avoid letting him leave on a free. The likes of Chelsea and Manchester United have been linked with the Belgian, who has been out of favour under Mauricio Pochettino. Since returning from injury in February, Alderweireld has made just…
[ad_1] Amazing feats by daredevil athletes in sports such as “big air” snowboarding, mass-start speedskating and oh-so-dangerous alpine skiing thrilled fans during the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Winter Games in South Korea. National pride was on display as Canadians won the most medals ever in both Olympic and Paralympic Games. But Gladys Serafino says she probably…
[ad_1] Manchester United transfer news LIVE updates: All the latest from Old Trafford Monday April 30 Lazio blow Jose Mourinho has been dealt a blow in his pursuit of three of Lazio’s star players, according to reports. Manchester United are rumoured to be in the market for Luis Alberto, Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Ciro Immobile. However…
[ad_1] Former Team Canada rugby sevens captain, Jen Kish, is hanging up her cleats after over a decade with the national team. [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] That is according to Sky Sports’ Spanish football expert Guillem Balague. Enrique is one of the favourites with the bookies to replace Arsene Wenger, who will leave Arsenal in the summer. Balague says Enrique may not be the style of manager Arsenal want, claiming they may prefer a less high-profile candidate. However, he believes…
[ad_1] Russia’s doping suspension from international track and field could be extended as top athletes face accusations they continued to work with a banned coach. Russia was suspended from international competition in 2015 for widespread doping and had been nearing reinstatement. That process could be disrupted after the Russian anti-doping agency said athletes were training…
[ad_1] That is the opinion of former Chelsea striker turned pundit Tony Cascarino. Loftus-Cheek has spent this season on loan at London rivals Crystal Palace. The midfielder has impressed while playing for the Eagles which earned him an England debut against Germany last November. Cascarino believes Loftus-Cheek is a similar type of footballer to Chelsea…
[ad_1] Jen Kish, the heart and soul of the Canadian women’s rugby sevens team, on Monday announced her retirement after a decorated and dominant career. The 29-year-old former captain from Edmonton was one of the driving forces behind Canada’s bronze medal at the Rio 2016 Olympics and an intimidating force on the World Rugby Women’s…
[ad_1] That is according to European football expert Guillem Balague. Wenger will leave Arsenal at the end of the season after almost 22 years in north London. Juventus manager Allegri is the current favourite with the bookies to take over from the Frenchman ahead of former Barcelona boss Luis Enrique. However, Balague does not think…
[ad_1] Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid will serve as Canadian captain at the upcoming IIHF world hockey championship. McDavid, who led the NHL with 108 points this season, helped Canada win gold at the 2016 tournament. Buffalo Sabres forward Ryan O’Reilly and St. Louis Blues forward Brayden Schenn will serve as alternate captains at the…
[ad_1] Arsenal are on the lookout for a new manager with Wenger set to leave in the summer after almost 22 years at the club. Juventus boss Massimiliano Allegri is the current favourite to take over from the Frenchman, with ex-Barcelona manager Luis Enrique closely behind. However, Balague says Fonseca is also on Arsenal’s radar…
[ad_1] Chennai Super Kings have the chance to move top of the IPL standings with victory over Delhi Daredevils this afternoon. Chennai have five wins from seven games and are second in the points table while Delhi are bottom placed after just two victories in seven games. But MS Dhoni’s side are looking to get…
[ad_1] The Football Association think it is about the colour of money. It isn’t. It is about the stuff of dreams. Specifically, the dreams of the very people the FA claim will benefit from the sale of Wembley. The grass roots. The children. The next generation, gamboling on their new 4G pitches, courtesy of the…
[ad_1] Barcelona wrapped up their 25th La Liga title with a 4-2 victory over Deportivo La Coruna last night and will be in celebratory mood when rivals Real Madrid arrive at the Nou Camp on Sunday. The Catalans received a guard of honour at the Estadio Riazor from the Deportivo players after winning the Copa…
[ad_1] Shahid Khan hopes to be the owner of Wembley Stadium before the start of next season and promises to preserve and nourish its role at the heart of English football. Khan told Sportsmail he will encourage Chelsea to come and lodge with him in north London while they rebuild Stamford Bridge. The American billionaire…
[ad_1] Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder is the current favourite to take charge of Sunderland as the Black Cats prepare for life in League One. The 50-year-old guided his hometown club back to the Championship last season and has impressed in 2017/18, cementing United in the top 10. However, a power struggle among the top…
[ad_1] The Premier League table takes on a drastically different shape with every passing season, and 2017/18 has once again provided a shake-up. It’s hard to see Manchester City as anything other than dominant title-winners, but at this stage last season, they were fourth, just three points ahead of Arsenal. Chelsea were the all-conquering force…
[ad_1] The Barcelona midfielder confirmed he will leave the club at the end of the season after winning 32 trophies in 16 seasons. Fighting back tears, he made the announcement in front of players, staff and media but two notable figures, Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez were not present. The club confirmed the pair were…
[ad_1] Chelsea have failed to defend their Premier League crown in miserable style, but stats suggest Eden Hazard has still enjoyed a terrific season on a personal level. WhoScored.com collect data based on every top flight players performances, including goals, assists, dribbles, passes, shot accuracy and more. The stats are compiled into an overall season…
[ad_1] The Juventus boss has been linked with a move to the Emirates and to London rivals Chelsea in recent weeks. And with the Turin-based outfit looking certain to win Serie A in the coming weeks, now could be a good time for Allegri to bow out after four years at the Juventus Stadium. A…
[ad_1] That’s the damning verdict of former Rangers star Barry Ferguson. Rangers suffered a humiliating 5-0 defeat to Celtic as Brendan Rodgers’ side secured their seventh consecutive Scottish Premiership title in front of their home crowd. The Gers barely threatened their rivals in the Old Firm derby as Celtic ran riot and Ferguson admits it…
[ad_1] The German wantaway is out of contract in the summer and has been stalling on signing a new deal at Anfield for months now. Can has made no secret of his desire to leave the club at the end of the season. And it appears after months of speculation surrounding the 24-year-old, his future…
[ad_1] That’s according to sensational reports in Spain as Real Madrid set about splashing the cash in a bid to win back their La Liga crown. Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has made Salah, who was recently crowned PFA Player of the Year, his priority signing of the transfer window. But he knows any deal…
[ad_1] Getty Images Sunderland takeover Ellis Short At 12:51pm on Sunday, Sunderland AFC was once again the epicentre of chaos. Chris Coleman was released from his duties as the Black Cats’ boss and fans were left staring League One in the face with an absent owner, without a manager, without a hope. The Welshman took…
[ad_1] Jurgen Klopp’s long-time assistant has left Anfield after 17 years by the side of his German counterpart. Reports suggested Buvac and Klopp have fallen out in recent weeks. And Liverpool players have been told of the Bosnian-Serb’s departure just days before the crucial Champions League tie with Roma. Elsewhere on Merseyside, under-18 boss Steven…
[ad_1] Lionel Messi netted a hat-trick as Barcelona ran out 4-2 winners against Deportivo La Coruna to secure the club’s 25th La Liga title. In a disastrous defence of their La Liga crown, Real Madrid’s season rests on chasing a third consecutive Champions League trophy. Real Madrid host Bayern Munich in the second leg of…
[ad_1] However, Jurgen Klopp’s No 2 will be absent for the rest of the campaign. ‘The Brain’ as Zeljko is known, will not be in the dugout alongside Klopp as the Reds look to secure their place in the Champions League final and qualify for the competition next season. Reports on Monday morning suggested the…
[ad_1] The Spaniard extended his stunning run at the competition as he eased past Greek starlet Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets. Nadal has now won 11 times at the Barcelona Open and is currently enjoying a run of 46 set wins without reply on his favourite clay surface. The 31-year-old is currently sitting top of…
[ad_1] Manchester United’s most important rivalry over the years has come against Liverpool, with the pair sharing a long, successful history that has made them England’s most successful clubs. Manchester City have put themselves on the map in recent years after dethroning United’s reign in Manchester with three Premier League titles in seven years. But…
[ad_1] After winning in Monte Carlo for an 11th time last week, Nadal equalled the feat in Barcelona on Sunday with a convincing 6-2 6-1 win over Greek teenager Stefanos Tsitsipas. It was a week-long masterclass from the Spaniard, who ensured he remains at world No 1 for another week ahead of Roger Federer. Nadal…
[ad_1] The Bosnian-Serb has worked alongside Jurgen Klopp for 17 years during spells at Mainz and Borussia Dortmund. But it appears Buvac has now left the club before one of the biggest clashes in the club’s history. According to the Daily Record, Klopp and his No 2 have fallen out in recent weeks, which has…
[ad_1] Transfer news LIVE – all the latest from Man Utd, Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool and more Monday, April 30 Salah update Mohamed Salah is reportedly expected to be offered a huge new contract to stay at Liverpool. And according to the Sun on Sunday, the Reds are prepared to double his wages to around £185,000…
[ad_1] In the second half of Manchester United’s 2-1 win over Arsenal on Sunday, Lukaku was caught by a tackle from debutant Konstantinos Mavropanos. After treatment on the pitch, Lukaku was forced to come off with Marcus Rashford coming on to replace him. United face Chelsea on May 19 in the FA Cup final and…
[ad_1] The eagerness to see the new UFC lightweight champion lock horns with the division’s former ruler began long before the highly-publicised UFC 223 media day, which saw McGregor throw a dolley through the window of a bus carrying Nurmagomedov and his fellow fighters. It began during the UFC‘s maiden visit to Madison Square Garden,…
[ad_1] United are rumoured to be in the market for Luis Alberto, Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Ciro Immobile. However The Mirror report that Lazio director of football Igli Tare has warned the Red Devils that the trio are not for sale. All three have starred to help Lazio to third in Serie A, behind Juventus and…
[ad_1] Fantasy football managers will be eager to get their squads sorted ahead of Gameweek 37, with the majority of teams playing twice as the season draws to a close. Fantasy Premier League bosses need to stock up on players set for a double gameweek, with just six teams not playing twice over the seven…
[ad_1] The defender, who has helped Barca romp to the title with four games remaining, took the chance to show off some nifty footwork against Deportivo La Coruna. Barcelona won the game 4-2 thanks to a Lionel Messi hat-trick but it was the Spanish centre-back that stole the show with his neat work. Pique collected…
[ad_1] If you required another indictment that Gary Bettman’s playoff format is flawed, all you had to do was tune in to watch the wonderfully wild double-overtime game between the Winnipeg Jets and Nashville Predators in the heart of country music on Sunday. The NHL’s top two teams should not be battling in the second round…
[ad_1] Lukaku was injured in a tackle with Arsenal defender Konstantinos Mavropanos in United’s 2-1 victory over the Gunners on Sunday. The Belgian striker had to leave the field with Marcus Rashford replacing him. United confirmed after that they face ‘an anxious wait’ to find out the severity of Lukaku’s injury with his availability for…
[ad_1] That’s the view of Arsenal legend and Match of the Day pundit Ian Wright, who saw the Greek defender impress on his Gunners debut on Sunday. Arsene Wenger’s side were beaten 2-1 by Manchester United but the 20-year-old shone bright in a weakened Arsenal team. Laurent Koscielny and Shkodran Mustafi were both rested ahead…
[ad_1] Billionaire businessman Shahid Khan is buying Wembley Stadium for £600m Khan, 67, owns Fulham Football Club and NFL franchise Jacksonville Jaguars He has reassured English football fans that he isn’t planning to sell Wembley on By Press Association Sport Staff Published: 09:57 EDT, 29 April 2018 | Updated: 10:00 EDT, 29 April 2018 Billionaire…
[ad_1] Kevin Fiala scored at 5:37 of the second overtime to give the Nashville Predators a 5-4 victory over the Winnipeg Jets in Sunday night’s Game 2 of their Western Conference semifinal series. The teams head to Winnipeg for Games 3 and 4 with the series tied at one game apiece. In the second extra…
[ad_1] Ruben Loftus-Cheek relished scoring in 5-0 thrashing of Leicester on Saturday The 22-year-old midfielder reveals he is enjoying his football at Crystal Palace England boss Gareth Southgate watched the game in the stands at Selhurst Park Loftus-Cheek insists he’ll focus on Premier League survival before the World Cup By Press Association Sport Staff Published:…
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[ad_1] He should have scored and will kick himself when watching the highlights of his chances at the London Stadium, but there is a silver lining to Raheem Sterling‘s series of squandered shots. Ahead of the World Cup in Russia, the England attacker is getting into the right places at the right time. Sure, his…
[ad_1] O’Neil tripped as he was running to enter the Royal Rumble Match and crashed through the bottom of the ring in front of a packed King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The commentary team of Michael Cole, Corey Graves and Byron Saxton couldn’t help but burst into laughter. According to Give…
[ad_1] Lord Triesman has led calls for ‘full disclosure’ on the £1billion Wembley bid The former FA chairman also questioned the FA board’s negotiations skills Fulham and Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shahid Khan wants to buy the stadium David Bernstein, another former FA chairman, echoed Lord Triesman’s concerns By Laura Lambert For The Daily Mail Published:…
[ad_1] The two Red Bull drivers were battling for position but as they cross the start/finish line, Ricciardo ran into the back of Verstappen which ended their race. Verstappen has been in trouble with race stewards on several occasions this season but the Dutchman has escaped with just a reprimand while Ricciardo was also handed…
[ad_1] Everton knew what they were getting with Sam Allardyce: a firefighter who keeps teams in the Premier League at all costs. The objective was to stay up and, now he has kept his side of the bargain, Allardyce should walk away at the end of the season. Once a manager loses the supporters, it…
[ad_1] For two consecutive years, the Toronto Raptors have run into a roadblock in LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers. On the heels of their most successful regular season in franchise history, the Raptors set their sights on a long post-season run that they hope takes them all the way to the final. They’ll have…
[ad_1] The result, a crushing win over Leicester, virtually secured survival in the Premier League for another season and he received the heartfelt thanks of a Selhurst Park crowd who rose to applaud him off at the final whistle. Hodgson has done brilliantly, at 70 he is the oldest manager in the league and, for…
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[ad_1] GETTY Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City are just one goal away from Chelsea’s record of 103 Manchester City’s win against West Ham on Sunday took them to within one goal and one point of Chelsea’s records set in 2010 and 2005 respectively. Huddersfield visit the Etihad next, when the cup will be presented – but…
[ad_1] Brad Gushue capped an undefeated 7-0 run in the Champions Cup to close out the Grand Slam of Curling season with an 8-2 win over Glenn Howard on Sunday. The St. John’s, N.L., crew of Gushue, third Mark Nichols, second Brett Gallant and lead Geoff Walker have now won all seven top-tier titles in…
[ad_1] Marouane Fellaini’s late header clinched the win that sealed Champions League qualification for United – just as a much-changed Gunners team looked set to earn a point. Wenger was presented with a silver vase from old foe Sir Alex Ferguson and Jose Mourinho before the game and received warm a reception from United fans…
[ad_1] Canada’s Jennifer Abel won bronze in the women’s three-metre springboard on Sunday — her second medal of the Montreal Diving World Series. The Montreal native scored 364.80 in the event to beat out fellow Canadian Pamela Ware for the final spot on the podium. Ware, from Ville Lemoyne, Que., scored 351.75 points. China took home gold and silver…
[ad_1] “There have been loads,” said Liverpool’s rising star, 19, as his thoughts turned to Wednesday’s semi-final second leg against Roma. “Recently I had loads of things saying I have now played more Champions League games than Everton. That was quite funny. I enjoyed seeing that.” Not quite yet. Alexander-Arnold’s remarkable season has seen him…
[ad_1] Alex Ovechkin scored his seventh goal of the playoffs, Braden Holtby made 32 saves and the Washington Capitals built a lead and this time held on to beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-1 in Game 2 on Sunday to even the second-round series. After blowing a two-goal lead for the third time in these playoffs…
[ad_1] And the Celtic manager insists his Hoops heroes should have hit seven past Rangers following their emphatic 5-0 thumping – their biggest league win over their Old Firm rivals. An Odsonne Edouard double and strikes from James Forrest, Tom Rogic and Callum McGregor ensured it was party time at Parkhead, with Rodgers claiming their…
[ad_1] GETTY Celtic celebrate after another goal against Rangers The Magnificent Seven theme filled the air above Celtic Park, as did Beautiful Sunday, following yet another demolition derby of a ragged Rangers. Once again the mood music in the Gers camp was funereal rather than fun-loving. Title wins are always special, but rarely have Celtic…
[ad_1] The Ibrox club made no players available for comment on the 5-0 loss which saw Celtic seal a seventh successive title. And, in a breach of SPFL guidelines, no one from the interim management team of Graeme Murty, assistant Jimmy Nicholl and coach Jonatan Johansson was prepared to discuss the horror show with press,…
[ad_1] The reigning champion could be forgiven for feeling down in the dumps after failing to pick up a victory from the first three races. But after an absorbing blast around the streets of Baku it was Hamilton’s rivals who were left cursing their luck, or licking their wounds. Before the race former Formula One…
[ad_1] The Belgian came off the bench to score a late winner as the Red Devils beat Arsenal 2-1 at Old Trafford on Sunday. Fellaini is out of contract in the summer, and has been linked with a host of foreign clubs. Mourinho has made no secret of his desire to keep the midfielder at…
[ad_1] Yangervis Solarte, Teoscar Hernandez and Kevin Pillar each hit solo home runs to lead the Toronto Blue Jays to a 7-2 win over the Texas Rangers on Sunday at Rogers Centre. J.A. Happ (4-1) allowed two earned runs on five hits while striking out nine over seven innings as the Blue Jays (15-12) snapped…
[ad_1] Needing just a point, Barcelona made a fast start with Philippe Coutinho putting them in front after eight minutes. Messi got his first of the night in the 38th minute but Deportivo produced an instant response through Lucas Perez. Barcelona crowned La Liga champions as Lionel Messi scores hat-trick against Deportivo Emre Colak levelled…
[ad_1] LeBron James had 45 points to lead the Cleveland Cavaliers past the Indiana Pacers 105-101 on Sunday to win their opening-round playoff series in seven games. James improved to 13-0 in first-round series over his career. Toronto’s Tristan Thompson also had 15 points and 10 rebounds for Cleveland. Victor Olapido scored 27 points for…
[ad_1] Wenger will leave Arsenal at the end of the season after 22 years at the club. And before his Arsenal side faced Manchester United, Ferguson gave Wenger a gift in tribute. Wenger then posed for pictures with Mourinho and Ferguson before former Arsenal ace Alexis Sanchez shook his hand. The Frenchman is known for…
[ad_1] The Catalan side need a win against Deportivo on Sunday evening to clinch the La Liga title. But an early exit from the Champions League last month has tarnished Ernesto Valverde’s debut season at the club. Barcelona were knocked out of the competition by Roma, despite taking a 4-1 lead into the second leg.…
[ad_1] The Gunners’ youthful side almost left Old Trafford with a point before Marouane Fellaini popped up in the closing minutes to head home the winner. Arsene Wenger failed to get a desired result on his final trip to the Theatre of Dreams, and Arsenal are still the only team in England’s top four divisions…
[ad_1] The Toronto Blue Jays have optioned slumping infielder Devon Travis to Triple-A Buffalo and recalled right-hander Carlos Ramirez. Travis started on opening day and was expected to be Toronto’s regular second baseman but has struggled at the plate, batting .148 with one homer and three RBIs in 18 games. He struck out 18 times…
[ad_1] Barcelona can win the La Liga title if they beat Deportivo tonight. They have brought a full-strength squad to the match in the hope of securing all three points. Lionel Messi starts for Barca, with Luis Suarez and Ousmane Dembele also getting the nod. Andres Iniesta, just two days after confirming he will leave…
[ad_1] The Golden State Warriors and the New Orleans Pelicans got the NBA playoffs second round kicked off yesterday and tonight is the turn of the Rockets and the Jazz. Utah arguably recorded the shock of the first round after beating the Oklahoma City Thunder 4-2. Donovan Mitchell was the shining star for the Jazz…
[ad_1] Wenger took a makeshift squad to Manchester with the focus on Thursday’s Europa League semi-final second leg against Atletico Madrid. It meant a club debut for Greek defender Konstantinos Mavropanos while youngsters Reiss Nelson and Ainsley Maitland-Niles also started. And the Gunners produced a creditable performance, only losing in stoppage time thanks to a…
[ad_1] Arsenal are still yet to win a point away from home in 2018 after Maurouane Fellaini nodded home an injury-time winner at Old Trafford. Arsene Wenger selected an inexperienced side for the Premier League clash with Manchester United, with one eye on the Europa League semi-final against Atletico Madrid. The Gunners academy graduates stood…
[ad_1] Wenger had been greeted to warm applause from the Manchester United faithful and even received a pitch-side hug and handshake from old foe Sir Alex Ferguson. The boss will leave Arsenal at the end of the season and it looked as though he was on for a draw today. But Fellaini popped up with…
[ad_1] Injured star Evgeni Malkin will not play for the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 2 of their second-round series against the Washington Capitals on Sunday afternoon. Coach Mike Sullivan confirmed about two hours before Sunday’s puck drop that Malkin would miss his third consecutive game. Malkin appeared to injure his left leg in Game 5…
[ad_1] Wenger rang the changes for his final trip to Old Trafford as Arsenal boss. Granit Xhaka and Hector Bellerin were the only two players to survive from the 1-1 Europa League semi-final first-leg draw with Atletico Madrid on Thursday. Henry understands Arsene Wenger is prioritising that competition ahead of the Premier League. But he…
[ad_1] Rafael Nadal continued his dominance on clay with a 6-2, 6-1 win over 19-year-old Greek Stefanos Tsitsipas on Sunday to win his 11th Barcelona Open title. Nadal, who also won his 11th Monte Carlos Masters title last week, was never seriously challenged on his way to a 19th straight victory on clay. The top-ranked…
[ad_1] And deals for Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane are expected shortly. “It was an easy decision,” Firmino told Liverpool’s website. “The club have taken me in in an incredible way and I’ve grown a lot here with my work with the support of the whole team. I am very, very happy here. “Everything fits…
[ad_1] The world No 1 – dubbed the ‘King of Clay’ – has now won this title a staggering 11 times. And the Spaniard hardly looked troubled against 19-year-old Greek sensation Tsitsipas on his first ATP final of his burgeoning career. Rain caused disruption to the beginning of the match as the court was made…
[ad_1] That is according to ex-Manchester United striker Andrew Cole. Wenger was applauded by the home fans as he walked to the Old Trafford dug out today. He was also greeted with a handshake and hug from Jose Mourinho and Sir Alex Ferguson, before being presented with a gift for his longevity. Wenger will leave…
[ad_1] Lewis Hamilton won an action-packed Azerbaijan Grand Prix Sunday to take over the championship lead. Sebastian Vettel led for much of the race, but was stuck in second behind Hamilton’s Mercedes teammate Valtteri Bottas when a crash between the two Red Bulls brought out the safety car. On the restart, Vettel lunged for the…
[ad_1] REUTERS West Ham vs Man City: Live Premier League updates from the London Stadium Manchester City completely outplayed West Ham in their 4-1 pummelling the London Stadium. The Premier League champions needed just 13 minutes to open the scoring when Leroy Sane slotted home. Pablo Zabaleta’s own goal made it two to the Argentine’s…
[ad_1] Rafael Nadal will face Tsitsipas, ranked No 63 in the world, for the first time in his career. The Spaniard is in incredible form on clay having won 42 consecutive sets over the course of the last 12 months – which is an Open Era record. But the world No 1 is still wary…
[ad_1] Manchester United welcome Arsenal to Old Trafford as Arsene Wenger continues his farewell tour ahead of leaving the club he has served for 22 years. Already all but assured of a top-four spot, Jose Mourinho’s men are looking to tighten their grip on second place and secure their highest finish since Sir Alex Ferguson…
[ad_1] Alasio Sovita Naduva scored a length of the field try after the final siren as Fiji beat Australia 28-22 in Sunday’s title decider at the Singapore Sevens to leapfrog South Africa at the top of the world series standings with just two rounds remaining. Australia overturned an early 14-point deficit to lead 22-21 when…
[ad_1] Transfer news LIVE updates: Follow the latest news and gossip Sunday April 29 Rangers transfer warning Defender Alex Bruce has warned Rangers they must give Steven Gerrard the transfer funds he demands if they are ever going to catch Celtic. Gerrard is in talks to become Rangers’ new boss. “I think it’s a really…
[ad_1] That’s the damning verdict of Celtic hero Chris Sutton, who’s claimed the win would have been more emphatic had Leigh Griffiths started. Brendan Rodgers’ side went into the Celtic Park encounter knowing a win would wrap up their seventh title in a row. And the Hoops got off to the ideal start when Odsonne…
[ad_1] That’s the damning verdict of Celtic hero Chris Sutton, who’s claimed the win would have been more emphatic had Leigh Griffiths started. Brendan Rodgers’ side went into the Celtic Park encounter knowing a win would wrap up their seventh title in a row. And the Hoops got off to the ideal start when Odsonne…
[ad_1] Despite knowing their closest rivals could win the league this afternoon, Rangers went into this Old Firm clash confident of causing an upset. With Steven Gerrard poised to take over at Ibrox, spirits were high before kick-off. However, Celtic had ended all joy in the away end by the half-time mark. Odsonne Edouard put…
[ad_1] That is the opinion of Sky Sports pundit and former Celtic midfielder Kris Commons. Brendan Rodgers’ side completed their seventh straight SPL title with a 5-0 drubbing over their bitter rivals. The Hoops raced into a 3-0 lead before half time and continued their rampage on Graeme Murty’s side after the break. Commons paid…
[ad_1] Champions Manchester City continue to play out their season with a trip to West Ham. Pep Guardiola’s side are 16 points clear at the top of the Premier League table with four matches remaining. They may have wrapped up the title but they showed against Swansea last week that they are not going to…
[ad_1] That’s the verdict of former Gunners star Martin Keown, who says the Chilean adopts the same competitive mindset in every game. Alexis Sanchez swapped Arsenal for United during the January transfer window in a deal that saw Henrik Mkhitaryan go the opposite way. The 29-year-old has since scored three times and provided three further…
[ad_1] Lewis Hamilton was two tenths of a second behind Vettel in qualifying to book a spot alongside the F1 World Drivers’ Championship leader for the first time this season. But Kimi Raikkonen could have beaten them both to pole position had he not lost control of the rear coming out of the last corner…
[ad_1] Wenger is set to face Mourinho for the last time as Arsenal boss this afternoon. The Frenchman will leave the Gunners in the summer after almost 22 years at the club. Mourinho and Wenger have had their fair share of battles on and off the pitch down the years, especially during the Portuguese’s two…
[ad_1] Nadal beat David Goffin 6-4, 6-0 to rack up his 400th career win on clay. Having clinched an Open Era record of 44 successive sets on his favoured surface, the Spaniard appears to be unstoppable. Tasked with trying to topple him is Tsitsipas, who in upsetting Pablo Carreno Busta yesterday will play in his…
[ad_1] That is the opinion of former Arsenal winger Perry Groves. Sanchez moved to Manchester United in the winter transfer window with Mkhitaryan heading to the Emirates in a straight swap. Mkhitaryan had a better start to life at his new club but Sanchez has started to hit form, scoring in the 2-1 FA Cup…
[ad_1] The Light Blues are 10 games without a win against the Hoops with only two draws in that sequence. And they are still hurting from a 4-0 hammering in the Scottish Cup semi-final two weeks ago. The Hoops need a win at Celtic Park to clinch the title today. However, Murty reckons the pain…
[ad_1] The Australian has an uncanny habit of coming up with big goals in big games as today’s opponents Rangers know to their cost. While none of his Celtic strikes have been bigger than the last-gasp winner to secure the Scottish Cup against Aberdeen to complete an unprecedented unbeaten clean sweep of domestic honours, goals…
[ad_1] Tom Ingram is the early championship leader after an impressive display in the opening rounds of the season at Brands Hatch. The Speedworks Motorsport driver took victory during a chaotic third race on the opening weekend, while the 24-year-old also managed fourth and 11th in the first two rounds on the Indy circuit. Jack…
[ad_1] CELTIC have the chance to win their seventh successive Premiership crown when they host Rangers. Follow the action LIVE with Express Sport. [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] Hamilton trails Sebastian Vettel by nine points after a difficult start to the 2018 season. Just a few months after securing his fourth world title last year, the Brit was denied opening-day victory in Melbourne by a software glitch and a grid penalty in Bahrain left him unable to challenge. But the most concerning…
[ad_1] THE FA are on the verge of selling Wembley Stadium in an astonishing deal that could be worth almost £1billion. As MailOnline exclusively revealed on Thursday, Shahid Khan, billionaire owner of Fulham and the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars, tabled a formal offer that was discussed for the first time by the FA on Thursday. But…
[ad_1] Wenger is set to bring an end to his nigh-on 22-year spell in charge of the Gunners at the end of the season. And he’ll do so having led them to a minimum of 10 major trophies, with potential Europa League glory still to come. Arsene Wenger is gearing up for his final visit…
[ad_1] Pogba has shown flashes of the class that saw Jose Mourinho fork out £89m to re-sign him from Juventus back in 2016. But he’s failed to deliver on a consistent basis and that has caused frustration among the Old Trafford faithful. Paul Pogba was also said to have experienced a rift with United boss…
[ad_1] Manchester United take on Arsenal this weekend in Arsene Wenger’s last trip to the North West as the Gunners boss – but how does his squad compare to his rivals? Picking a combined XI of United and Arsenal squads in previous seasons would’ve provided a much trickier task, and bore far more formidable line-ups.…
[ad_1] Pogba returned to United from Juventus in the summer of 2016 in a then-world record deal worth an initial £89m. And although he’s shown flashes of brilliance he’s often failed to live up to that hefty price tag. Paul Pogba’s on-pitch struggles have come amid claims of a rift with United boss Mourinho. And…
[ad_1] Miller beat Johann Duhaupas in a unanimous points decision in Brooklyn last night on a card promoted by Hearn. The American, known as “Big Baby”, weighed in at a career-high 304lb yesterday but did not look hindered by the extra muscle, cutting off the ring effectively and barely losing a round. Express Sport understands…
[ad_1] Suarez joined Liverpool from Ajax in January 2011 following the £50m departure of Fernando Torres to Premier League rivals Chelsea. And the 31-year-old soon set about casting the Spaniard into distant memory before going on to outstrip his goalscoring exploits for the club. Luis Suarez ultimately left Liverpool for Barcelona in the summer of…
[ad_1] Over the last few months, the former UFC lightweight champion has found himself in the headlines for all the wrong reasons. The Irishman’s latest misdemeanour came earlier this month at the UFC 223 media day when he and his friends stormed the Barclays Center in Brooklyn looking for Khabib Nurmagomedov, who a few days…
[ad_1] Chris Coleman has not spoken to the owner of Sunderland and neither, it seems, has the Football League. Failure is fine; it’s success they want to investigate. The EFL have concluded their probe into the relationship between Wolverhampton Wanderers, its owners Fosun International and the agent Jorge Mendes, with the conclusion there is no…
[ad_1] That’s the verdict of former Barcelona boss Terry Venables, who’s hailed the Egyptian as he hunts down Ian Rush’s record of 47 goals in a season for Liverpool. Salah has consigned his previous sorry stint in the Premier League with Chelsea to distant memory since joining Liverpool from Roma last summer. And his record…
[ad_1] Shahid Khan has revealed that he and the FA have been discussing the purchase of Wembley for the ‘past several years’. Sportsmail exclusively revealed on Thursday that Khan, who was photographed in Jacksonville, Florida ahead of the NFL draft, is set to purchase national stadium Wembley from the FA in a deal that could…
[ad_1] Jose Mourinho’s men welcome Arsenal to Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon, as Arsene Wenger attempts to end his Gunners tenure in fine style. United go into the clash as clear favourites, as they bid to remain in pole position for a second-place finish. But recently the Red Devils have made life hard for themselves.…
[ad_1] The Reds couldn’t find a way to break down the Potters with Mohamed Salah wasting a gilt-edged opportunity early on that set the tone for a frustrating afternoon at Anfield. Danny Ings had a goal rightly disallowed for offside while Erik Pieters went unpunished for an apparent handball in front of the Kop in…
[ad_1] Curry dominated the headlines in the build up to Game 1 of their best-of-seven playoff series with Anthony Davis’ Pelicans – who swept the Portland Trail Blazers in the first round – as the stand-out narrative of the contest. Yet they didn’t show any signs of missing him in Game 1 – leading 76-55…
[ad_1] The Blues upped the pressure on the teams above them in the table with a hard-fought win away at Swansea thanks to Fabregas’ effort after just four minutes. Their win puts them two points behind fourth-placed Tottenham, with the gap between the two London rivals having originally been 10 points after Spurs beat Chelsea 3-1…
[ad_1] Logan Couture’s second goal of the game, on the power play at 5:13 of the second overtime, lifted the San Jose Sharks to a 4-3 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday night, tying their Western Conference semifinal series at one game apiece. Moments after Vegas’ Jon Merrill was called for hooking, Couture…
[ad_1] That’s according to Match of the Day pundit Alan Shearer. The Reds suffered a disappointing Premier League draw against a relegation-threatened side for the second successive weekend, following on from their 2-2 draw at West Brom last Saturday, as they failed to find a breakthrough against the Potters at Anfield. Mohamed Salah – looking for…
[ad_1] The Buffalo Sabres will select first overall at the NHL Draft for the first time in 31 years after winning Saturday’s lottery. Buffalo entered the lottery with the best odds at 18.5 per cent and become the 16th team to win the sweepstakes. “It’s awesome, it’s a great feeling. I wasn’t too nervous about the whole process,” said…
[ad_1] Gary Cahill is in fine form for Chelsea having started their last four matches Antonio Conte described the Blues captain as a great leader on Friday The Chelsea manager urged Gareth Southgate to take Cahill to the World Cup Conte claimed England need players as experienced as Cahill at a tournament By Adam Crafton…
[ad_1] Canada’s Meaghan Benfeito had a big day at the FINA Diving World Series event in Montreal on Saturday. The three-time Olympic medallist won gold alongside Nathan Zsombor-Murray in the mixed 10-metre synchro event. The Canadian pair posted a score of 322.08 to narrowly edge the North Korean team of Hwa Kim Mi and Myong Hyon II by 1.5…
[ad_1] The FA are considering selling Wembley in an extraordinary £1billion deal Peter Shilton says selling Wembley would be to ‘sell the soul of our game’ The ex-England keeper writes against the deal exclusively for Sportsmail By Peter Shilton For The Daily Mail Published: 17:30 EDT, 27 April 2018 | Updated: 18:46 EDT, 27 April…
[ad_1] Al Horford and Terry Rozier scored 26 points apiece, and even Giannis Antetokounmpo tipped in a basket for the Celtics on Saturday night to help Boston beat Milwaukee 112-96 in Game 7 of their first-round series and eliminate the Bucks and the Greek Freak from the playoffs. Horford had eight rebounds, Rozier had nine…
[ad_1] The FA are considering selling Wembley to Fulham owner Shahid Khan for £1bn Peter Reid says it would be a poor decisions for business and sporting reasons The ex-England international argues against the sale exclusively for Sportsmail By Peter Reid For The Daily Mail Published: 17:30 EDT, 27 April 2018 | Updated: 18:49 EDT, 27…
[ad_1] Eric Bledsoe has so far struggled to make his mark on the playoff series for the Milwaukee Bucks and he was continuously teased by Celtics fans in the stands, who chanted “Who is Bledsoe?”. After the first game, Boston Celtics point guard Terry Rozier had accidentally referred to Bledsoe as “Drew Bledsoe”. And Bledsoe…
[ad_1] Gary Neville has branded the FA’s proposed sale of Wembley as ‘absurd’ Fulham owner Shahid Khan is understood to have an agreement with the FA Martin Glenn says it will benefit grass-roots football but Neville is unconvinced By Stephen Davies For The Mail On Sunday Published: 17:31 EDT, 28 April 2018 | Updated: 18:06 EDT, 28…
[ad_1] Greg Vanney wasn’t worried about his team’s fitness on Saturday following a gruelling run in CONCACAF Champions League play, he was more concerned with Major League Soccer’s implementation of it’s video assistant referee. Toronto FC played the Chicago Fire to a 2-2 draw at BMO Field, but felt they were robbed of a win.…
[ad_1] Wembley is almost sacred territory when it comes to English football. All of us who love the game have special memories of the place. Long before I was a player, I recall walking down Wembley Way to watch England schoolboys play Germany schoolboys in 1970 and the excitement and anticipation of finally seeing the…
[ad_1] Canadian offensive lineman Dakoda Shepley joined the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent Saturday after being bypassed in the NFL draft. “Excited to go to work as a New York Jet!” he tweeted Saturday. Excited to get to work as a New York Jet! <a href=”https://twitter.com/hashtag/JetUp?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw”>#JetUp</a> —@SavageShepley The Jets took the only…
[ad_1] The Manchester United star is preparing for his first clash against Arsenal since leaving north London in January. Sanchez featured 122 times for the Gunners after arriving from Barcelona. But it was a sour end for the Chilean, who refused to sign a new contract at the club. However, Wenger clearly harbours no ill…
[ad_1] The Montreal Canadiens are guaranteed a top-three pick in the 2018 NHL draft. Saturday’s lottery got underway in Toronto with picks 15 through four being revealed prior to the Game 2 battle between the San Jose Sharks and the Vegas Golden Knights. While the Habs improved from the fourth-best odds (9.5 per cent chance), the Ottawa…
[ad_1] His dream was to emulate heroes like Thierry Henry and Sylvain Wiltord, whose strike clinched the title there for The Gunners in 2002. Today the wish comes true, but the mood is bittersweet for Lacazette. It will be just as Wenger is departing the club, and in surely the least significant Manchester United v…
[ad_1] Robinson Chirinos hit two homers and Bartolo Colon earned his first victory of the season as the Texas Rangers downed the Blue Jays 7-4 on Saturday, handing Toronto its fourth straight loss. The 44-year-old Colon (1-0), in his first road start since taking a perfect game into the eighth inning against Houston on April…
[ad_1] Voting for the Football Writers’ Association Footballer of the Year closes on Monday and, until last week, I had intended to make Kevin De Bruyne my choice for our award. I would still be delighted if he won it. I have enjoyed watching Manchester City this season more than any other team over a…
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[ad_1] Manchester United and Chelsea are both long-term suitors of the Welsh ace, who has found it difficult to get a regular run of games with Real this season. Manchester City and Liverpool have also been linked with the former Tottenham man, along with Bayern Munich. But – partly because of the costs involved in…
[ad_1] Patrice Bergeron and Rick Nash each lit the lamp twice as the visiting Boston Bruins beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 6-2 to take the opener of their best-of-seven Eastern Conference semifinals series on Saturday afternoon. The pair of goals for Bergeron and Nash gave each three total in the playoffs. Jake DeBrusk (6th playoff goal) and Brad Marchand (4) also scored and Tuukka Rask finished with…
[ad_1] Salah has been sensational in his debut campaign for Liverpool and he has netted 43 goals in all competitions this term. The Egyptian hitman, who cost the Reds £37million when he joined from Roma last summer, was named PFA Player of the Year last Sunday for his exploits. His form has seen him linked…
[ad_1] Heading into the much-anticipated Western Conference semifinal between Nashville and Winnipeg, a lot of talk centred around the high-powered offences that helped the Predators and Jets finish 1-2 in the NHL’s overall standings. Flying somewhat under the radar is that the series also features two of the three goaltenders nominated for the Vezina Trophy.…
[ad_1] And now Manchester United boss Mourinho has revealed that, at a youthful 55, he could also carry on managing until he’s drawing his old-age pension. Mourinho is at the Theatre of Dreams for the foreseeable future, happy to go beyond the three years and three months in his first stint at Chelsea. Asked if…
[ad_1] Andre De Grasse finally returned to the track on Saturday, racing to a fourth-place finish in the 100-metre at the Drake Relays from Des Moines, Iowa. The 23-year-old from Markham, Ont., last raced July 16, 2017 in Rabat, Morocco in the Diamond League before pulling out of August’s world track and field championships due to a hamstring injury. On…
[ad_1] So, still, does a real chance of capturing a Champions League slot against all the odds. Victory thanks to an early goal from Cesc Fabregas moved them within two points of Spurs in fourth place and also within range of Liverpool above that. It was a battle all the way against Swansea, whose own…
[ad_1] Chelsea kept the pressure on Tottenham with a vital win over Swansea, going to within two points of their London rivals in the race for Champions League football. Cess Fabregas scored the only goal of the game early on at the Liberty Stadium, sweeping home Eden Hazard’s pass after just four minutes. The Swans…
[ad_1] Liverpool fan Sean Cox is in a critical condition in hospital after he was allegedly attacked by Roma fans before the match. Prior to their 0-0 draw against Stoke today, Liverpool showed their support for Cox by putting up a shirt of his Gaelic football club, St Peter’s, in the Anfield dressing room. But following…
[ad_1] Cesc Fabregas scored the only goal of the game as Chelsea kept up their chase for a top-four place. But after the match, Conte expressed his unhappiness with Chelsea not being clinical enough. Conte told BBC Sport: ”We started the game very well and dominated the game in the first half. But you must…
[ad_1] Zinedine Zidane’s men kept their hopes of finishing second alive with a 2-1 win over their La Liga opponents at the Bernabeu. Goals from Gareth Bale and Borja Mayoral sent Los Blancos on their way, before Darko Brasanac pulled a goal back for Leganes. But at the end of added time, the away side…
[ad_1] Ryan Brierley was in top form for the Wolfpack on Saturday, scoring a try and setting up another with a cross-field kick to Liam Kay as Toronto routed Halifax RLFC 42-10 at New River Stadium in London. Brierley was also a perfect 7-for-7 on conversion kicks in the blowout win. Kay had a try and each half,…
[ad_1] The Reds are preparing for a busy summer of transfer business as they prepare for another season of European football. Philippe Coutinho’s January departure to Barcelona left Liverpool with a war chest to spend at the end of the campaign. And it appears Jurgen Klopp is ready to spend big to strengthen his side…
[ad_1] The Seattle Seahawks have selected Central Florida linebacker Shaquem Griffin in the fifth round of the NFL draft on Saturday. Griffin lost his left hand to amputation when he was four years old, and became the feel-good story of the NFL draft. A groundswell of support got him an invite to the scouting combine…
[ad_1] With the Europa League second leg against Atletico Madrid to come on Thursday, Wenger has made his priorities clear. The Arsenal boss had a near fully fit squad at training this morning, with only Santi Cazorla and Mesut Ozil missing. Even Mohamed Elneny was able to take part in an individual running session as…
[ad_1] Winnipeg skips Jason Gunnlaugson and Mike McEwen won tiebreaker games Saturday morning to reach the playoff round at the Champions Cup in Calgary. Gunnlaugson scored a single in the eighth end for a 4-3 victory over Brad Jacobs of Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., while McEwen doubled Saskatoon’s Colton Flasch 6-3. Quarterfinal and semifinal games…
[ad_1] Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger seems ready to gamble with his team selection when the Gunners take on Manchester United at Old Trafford. A host of youth players have been included in the travelling squad, while a number of key stars were nowhere to be seen as the Gunners arrived in Manchester. Academy youngsters Eddie…
[ad_1] Canada’s Laura Crocker and Kirk Muyres didn’t have much time to feel sorry for themselves after losing the semifinal game at the world mixed doubles curling championship on Saturday in Sweden. After a 7-5 loss to Switzerland to dash their golden dreams, Crocker and Muyres had to regroup and refocus in a hurry and…
[ad_1] Liverpool thought they deserved a spot kick in the dying stages of their 0-0 draw with Stoke. A Georginio Wijnaldum cross struck the arm of Erik Pieters, deflecting the ball away from Roberto Firmino. The referee waved away the appeals as Stoke held on for a crucial point in their relegation battle. And Henderson…
[ad_1] Carter knocked O’Sullivan out of the Crucible tournament in Sheffield. But not after the duo had an altercation in the 19th frame of the match. O’Sullivan had just taken a shot and was heading back to his seat when he crossed paths with Carter. The pair brushed shoulders and then exchanged words, with O’Sullivan…
[ad_1] Arsenal have been hard at work on the training pitch ahead of their meeting with Manchester United at Old Trafford. Henrikh Mkhitaryan was spotted being put through his paces as he nears a return to action, with the Armenian potentially featuring against his former club. Meanwhile, Mohamed Elneny was also seen taking part in…
[ad_1] Click on the video player above to watch the Toronto Wolfpack take on Halifax RLFC in a Betfred Championship league match on Saturday, April 28 at 1:30 p.m. ET Toronto was promoted to the second tier this season and currently sit at the top of the standings with a record of 9-1-1 and a total of…
[ad_1] The Foxes were thumped 5-0 by Crystal Palace on a nightmare afternoon at Selhurst Park Ahead of the clash, Puel pleaded for time to transform Leicester back into a force to be reckoned with. But Keys has appeared to suggest that will now not happen and that the Frenchman is on his way He…
[ad_1] Giroud has been in good form for Chelsea recently and scored in last weekend’s 2-1 win against Southampton in the FA Cup semi-finals. Thibaut Courtois is restored to the starting line-up in place of Willy Caballero while Willian drops to the bench with Tiemoue Bakayoko coming into the midfield. For Swansea, manager Carlos Carvalhal…
[ad_1] Antonio Conte’s Chelsea go head-to-head with Swansea at the Liberty Stadium. With four games to go in the Premier League season, Chelsea are fifth, five points behind fourth-placed Tottenham, who play Watford on Monday. Swansea are one place above the relegation zone and hold a four-point advantage over Southampton and Stoke – the two…
[ad_1] Rafael Nadal plays David Goffin in the Barcelona Open semi-final this afternoon. Nadal is the favourite to win as he seeks to continue his dominance on clay this year. The world No 1 has cruised through the early rounds in Barcelona but faces an opponent in Goffin who is adept on clay himself. These…
[ad_1] Mane missed the 0-0 draw with Stoke due to injury and there were fears he could miss Wednesday’s Champions League second leg match. Speaking after the match, Klopp calmed those worries. “Sadio did not play but he will be fine for Wednesday,” said Klopp. Midway through the second half at Anfield, the impressive Trent…
[ad_1] Lewis Hamilton is historically the best qualifier on the grid: his tally of 73 pole positions is five more than Michael Schumacher managed and 21 more than the next active driver Sebastian Vettel. However, the German has taken top spot in the last two weekends and Hamilton struggled for overall pace in Shanghai a…
[ad_1] Mohamed Salah squandered the best opening of the game when dinking wide a one-on-one effort early on. Danny Ings thought he had scored the opener but was ruled out by a narrow offside decision. And Trent Alexander-Arnold couldn’t get his feet in place to bury a Salah pass eight yards out. And calls for…
[ad_1] The Canadian men’s rugby sevens team’s title defence came up short in Singapore after dropping a must-win pool game 22-19 to Samoa at the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series. Canada entered its final pool match needing a win to guarantee a spot in the Cup quarter-finals and a chance to repeat as champions. The team…
[ad_1] GETTY Liverpool vs Stoke: Premier League latest score, news and updates Liverpool welcome Stoke to Anfield with plenty at stake at both ends of the Premier League table. Stoke head to Anfield desperate for three points in their increasingly futile-looking fight against relegation. The Potters are winless in their last 11 league games although…
[ad_1] Umtiti is regarded as one of the world’s top centre-backs and is under contract in Catalunya until the summer of 2021. But his future is the subject of plenty of speculation amid an ongoing stand-off with regards to signing a new deal. Umtiti is said to be demanding Barcelona increase his wages from £2.6m…
[ad_1] BURNLEY vs BRIGHTON Ben Mee (shin) and Scott Arfield (calf) will again be missing for the Clarets. Boss Sean Dyche has confirmed on-loan Tottenham winger Georges-Kevin N’Koudou (hamstring) will be back available but Steven Defour and Robbie Brady (both knee) are out. Brighton boss Chris Hughton has no fresh injury concerns. Midfielder Davy Propper…
[ad_1] Hamilton was significantly off the pace at the Chinese Grand Prix two weeks ago while a software glitch and a grid penalty denied him the chance to win in Australia and Bahrain respectively. Mercedes have now failed to win three races in a row for the first time in the hybrid era, a situation…
[ad_1] Real Madrid host Leganes in what should be a routine game for the Bernabeu side. However, manager Zinedine Zidane could create a few headaches if the early team news is to be believed. It is understood the boss could make 11 changes to his starting line-up, in order to keep his top stars fresh…
[ad_1] Vettel has taken pole position on the last two weekends and looks set to start this afternoon’s session as favourite to make it three in a row. The German is in confident mood in Baku despite a difficult weekend a fortnight ago when a clash with Max Verstappen left him unable to collect more…
[ad_1] That’s according to Guillem Balague, who says the La Liga giants are convinced the forward will head to the Nou Camp though. Griezmann has enjoyed a sensational second half of the season and has scored 13 goals in his last 13 games. He’s set to be one of the summer transfer window’s hottest properties…
[ad_1] Transfer news LIVE updates: Follow the latest news and gossip Saturday April 28 Martial to leave Man Utd Anthony Martial has spoken to Juventus and Bayern Munich about leaving Manchester United. Calciomercato claim the France international reached out to the two clubs. Martial is expected to be sold in the summer as United boss…
[ad_1] Italian media outlet Calciomercato claim Manchester United forward Martial has been seeking a new club for ‘months’. The France international has endured a mixed season at Old Trafford and has never cemented his place in Jose Mourinho’s XI. The former Monaco star – bought for an initial £38m back in 2016 – has seen…
[ad_1] Liverpool welcome Stoke to Anfield with plenty at stake at both ends of the Premier League table. Stoke head to Anfield desperate for three points in their increasingly futile-looking fight against relegation. The Potters are winless in their last 11 league games although they have secured 1-1 draws against West Ham and Burnley in…
[ad_1] That’s the view of former Arsenal attacker Paul Merson, who thinks the Gunners’ Europa League commitments will cause them to essentially wave the white flag against rivals United. The North London club are in the semi-finals of the European competition with a trip to Old Trafford sandwiched between their two last-four legs against Atletico Madrid. Arsenal…
[ad_1] Chelsea are expected to part ways with Conte in the summer after a season of discontent at the club. Conte, who is eyeing the Italy job, has struggled to replicate last season’s impressive form that saw Chelsea win the Premier League title and reach the FA Cup final. Napoli head coach Sarri has been…
[ad_1] That’s according to Guillem Balague, who says the centre-back’s poor performance against Roma in the Champions League has weakened his bargaining position. Umtiti is under contract at Barcelona until 2021 but widespread speculation has linked him with a move away from the Nou Camp. Barcelona have so far failed to convince him to sign…
[ad_1] Schumacher is F1’s most-successful driver ever having secured seven World Drivers’ Championship titles during his spells at Benetton and Ferrari. But he’s not been seen in public since 2013 when he suffered a traumatic brain injury in a skiing accident in the French Alps. Michael Schumacher was subsequently put in a medically induced coma…
[ad_1] That’s the verdict of Sky Sports pundit Paul Merson, who’s backing Liverpool to beat the Potters 2-1 at Anfield on Saturday. Liverpool go into the showdown with Stoke off the back of an eight-match unbeaten run that’s included five wins. And the latest of those victories came on Tuesday as they beat Roma to…
[ad_1] Utah went into the game 3-2 up in the series with the Thunder aiming to take it into a Game 7. Westbrook attempted to take the reins and ended with 46 points and 10 rebounds while Steven Adams also contributed 19 points and 16 rebounds. But it wasn’t enough against the resilient Jazz side…
[ad_1] Premier League teams are all in action this weekend as April draws to a close, but who will triumph in Gameweek 36? There are some mouth-watering ties to draw in the crowds, with Manchester United vs Arsenal the showpiece encounter of the round. Arsene Wenger will be desperate to sign off from Arsenal with…
[ad_1] Ozil forged a reputation as one of the world’s best playmakers during his time at Real Madrid and continued to impress when he first joined Arsenal. Over the last two years he’s struggled to hit top form on a regular basis though and that initially came amid serious doubts over where his future lay.…
[ad_1] Brendan Rodgers will be relishing the prospect of securing back-to-back trebles when Celtic face Rangers at Celtic Park this weekend. The Bhoys simply need to triumph in the Old Firm derby to be crowned kings of Scotland for the seventh consecutive season. Rodgers will be boosted by the returns of several key players who…
[ad_1] Petit began his career with Arques-la-Bataille in France before being signed up by Arsene Wenger’s Monaco in 1988. And he went on to spend nine years at the Stade Louis II before joining his countryman at Arsenal. Petit was part of Arsenal’s Premier League and FA Cup double-winning side in 1998 and followed that…
[ad_1] All-Star Oladipo served up a stunning 28-point game with 13 rebounds and 10 assists to add for a deserved triple-double as the Indiana Pacers ran riot on home court, winning by 34 points. Oladipo’s stand-out plays included a breathtaking two-handed dunk over none other than LeBron James himself as the Cavs failed to contain…
[ad_1] Time is running out for fantasy football managers with just three weeks of the camapign remaining, so who will you sign to save your season? Fantasy Premier League bosses are scrambling to organise their teams ahead of today’s 11.30am deadline while also keeping one eye on the upcoming double gameweek. Manchester City have already…
[ad_1] They came with a hope to lift people’s spirits, just for one night, and under a Broncos’ green stage, country musicians put on an electrifying, upbeat show on Friday night that came in stark contrast to the sadness of the weeks before. Survivors of the Humboldt Broncos’ bus crash, and families of those impacted…
[ad_1] That’s according to manager Jurgen Klopp. The Reds have been left light on numbers in midfield after Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain’s season-ending knee injury sustained in the first leg of their European semi-final with Roma, which Liverpool won 5-2 at Anfield. That leaves Klopp with just three fit senior midfielders in Jordan Henderson, James Milner and…
[ad_1] Cristian Techera connected on a penalty kick and Anthony Blondell scored his first Major League Soccer goal as the Vancouver Whitecaps snapped a three-game losing streak with a 2-0 win over Real Salt Lake on Friday night. 10-man Vancouver wins 2-0, Anthony Blondell scores his first MLS goal. 1:09 Techera scored in the 76th…
[ad_1] That’s what Jose Mourinho has revealed as the United winger prepares to face his former club, Arsenal, in the Premier League this Sunday (4.30pm). Sanchez came in for criticism following his straight-swap move in January which saw the Gunners receive Henrikh Mkhitaryan in exchange having continued the poor form that plagued his final few…
[ad_1] There was a lot to like about the Winnipeg Jets’ 4-1 victory in their second-round series opener against the Presidents’ Trophy-winning Nashville Predators on the road on Friday evening. You could single out the play of goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. He had his shutout streak snapped at 163 minutes, but made 47 saves and was particularly good in the…
[ad_1] The Spanish shot-stopper has been continually linked with a move away from Manchester United and he came close to joining Real Madrid in the summer of 2015, but a faulty fax machine put pay to his hopes of a switch to the Bernabeu. A return to La Liga is never far from discussion, and…
[ad_1] Click on the video player above to watch the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series men’s tournament from Singapore beginning on Friday, April 27 at 11 p.m. ET. Canada will open against Argentina at 11:44 p.m. ET, followed by matches against South Africa (Saturday, 3:34 a.m. ET) and Samoa (Saturday, 6:38 a.m. ET) to close out…
[ad_1] Those are the thoughts of Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville. Ronaldo has been in sensational form in 2018, hitting 26 goals in all competitions for Real Madrid. The Portuguese superstar has been locked in a constant battle over the past decade with Barcelona rival Lionel Messi. He’s looking to capture his sixth Ballon d’Or…
[ad_1] Ronald Guzman broke a tie with a two-run single off Marcus Stroman in the sixth inning and the Texas Rangers recovered from blowing a four-run lead to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 6-4 on Friday. Joey Gallo hit a two-run homer and Nomar Mazara drove in a pair of runs as the Rangers (10-17)…
[ad_1] The FA have been amateurish in their handling of the possible Wembley sale Prospective buyer Shahid Khan knows the stadium is a future cash cow The FA would be laughed out of the Square Mile with their poor approach By James Coney for the Daily Mail Published: 17:30 EDT, 27 April 2018 | Updated:…
[ad_1] Connor Hellebuyck made 47 saves to lead the Winnipeg Jets to a 4-1 victory over the Nashville Predators in Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinal matchup on Friday night. Mark Scheifele scored twice for Winnipeg, while Brandon Tanev and Paul Stastny added goals as well. Despite putting 48 shots on Hellebuyck, Kevin Fiala’s…
[ad_1] It was 1972 and they were called ‘The Clan’. Mates who played for Chelsea, QPR, West Ham and Arsenal, decked out in the best London fashion. Pocket squares, kipper ties and flares, cigars in hand, meeting for an audience with the iconic celebrity photographer Terry O’Neill. O’Neill also photographed Winston Churchill, Nelson Mandela, Sinatra,…
[ad_1] Defensive tackle Nathan Shepherd is a New York Jet. The six-foot-five, 315-pound native of Ajax, Ont., was taken in the third round, No. 72 overall in the NFL draft Friday night. It marks the eighth straight year at least one Canadian has been selected. Shepherd, who played collegiately at Division II Fort Hays State…
[ad_1] Barcelona are happy to meet the Frenchman’s £87million buy-out clause this summer, whilst Manchester United are expected to renew the interest that they showed last year, according to the Sun. Griezmann revealed that he is uncertain where his future lies, and refused to commit to playing in Madrid next season. He said: “If I’m going to…
[ad_1] GETTY Former world no41 Dan Evans is making his return to tennis The former world No41 returns to action in the lowly surroundings of Scotstoun in Glasgow in a Challenger event this weekend after his punishment expired on Monday. Residues of cocaine, he is understood to have taken out of competition following the funeral…
[ad_1] GETTY Arsene Wenger hopes to get a good reception at Old Trafford this weekend Yes, it is Wenger, the “specialist in failure” and “voyeur”, against “out of order, disconnected and disrespectful” Jose Mourinho. “When you give success to stupid people, it makes them more stupid sometimes and not more intelligent,” Wenger once said of…
[ad_1] The Spaniard raced through to the final four of the tournament with a convincing win over Martin Klizan on Friday. The 6-0, 7-5 triumph now means Nadal has won 42 consecutive sets on clay this season. But that isn’t the only record the world No 1 may be celebrating by the end of this…
[ad_1] Mourinho says when Wenger arrived as Arsenal boss back in 1996 it pushed Sir Alex Ferguson to new levels as Manchester United boss. Ferguson and Wenger had a fractious relationship and so did Mourinho and the Frenchman – when the Portuguese was in charge of Chelsea. Wenger will make his final visit to Old…
[ad_1] New Jersey Devils left-winger Taylor Hall, Los Angeles Kings centre Anze Kopitar and Colorado Avalanche centre Nathan MacKinnon were named the three finalists for the Hart Memorial Trophy on Friday. The Hart Trophy is awarded “to the player adjudged to be the most valuable to his team.” Hall ranked sixth in the NHL with…
[ad_1] Salah has taken the Premier League by storm and he has seen his stock soar significantly after an incredible debut campaign. Although there were initial doubts when he joined Liverpool from Roma for £37million last summer, the Egyptian hitman has quashed these with 43 goals in all competitions this term and he was named…
[ad_1] Cleveland Cavaliers megastar LeBron James could cause a huge stir across the NBA in the coming months if he decides to become a free agent this summer. James is currently setting the NBA play-offs alight with a stunning string of displays for the Cavs in their play-off series with the Indiana Pacers. The Cavs…
[ad_1] Although Benitez has not spoken to owner Mike Ashley, his representatives have met managing director Lee Charnley with further discussions in the pipeline for next week. Benitez, 58, who joined Newcastle two years ago, is out of contract at the end of next season but is keen to extend his stay in the north…
[ad_1] Saskatoon’s Colton Flasch upset world champion Niklas Edin of Sweden 5-3 at the Champions Cup on Friday. Flasch opened with a deuce and never trailed in the early draw at WinSport Arena. Glenn Howard of Tiny, Ont., edged Kurt Balderston of Grande Prairie, Alta., 6-5 in the other early men’s game. Women’s world champion…
[ad_1] The Frenchman has been the subject of major transfer speculation in recent months, with Manchester United in pole position to acquire his services this summer. Umtiti is now a key part of Barcelona’s first team, playing 36 times in all competitions this season. The defender will be hot property in the summer, and the…
[ad_1] Playing the Winnipeg Jets is exactly why Nashville coach Peter Laviolette wanted home-ice advantage in the NHL playoffs. Even if it’s a round — or two — earlier than anyone really wants. Laviolette’s Predators play Winnipeg in the Western Conference semifinals after turning in their best season in franchise history to grab the right…
[ad_1] It is understood Ibrox chiefs have offered the job to Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard, who would make ex-Scotland captain Gary McAllister part of his backroom team. However, Murty has not given up hope of beating the former Anfield skipper to the job by winning the last four matches of the season – including Sunday’s…
[ad_1] The Washington Wizards say forward Otto Porter Jr. will miss Game 6 of the team’s playoff series against the Toronto Raptors on Friday at 7 p.m. ET because of an injured left leg. The Wizards announced a few hours before the scheduled start of the game that Porter is sidelined indefinitely after having a…
[ad_1] The Liverpool icon is currently the front-runner for the Rangers job, with club officials said to be confident of securing the 37-year-old’s services. Gerrard enjoyed a stellar playing career before hanging up his boots back in 2016, winning eight trophies over a 17-year period. But since retiring, the former midfielder’s only experience in the…
[ad_1] The UFC is returning to Calgary in July. The mixed martial arts promotion will hold a UFC on Fox card July 28 at the Scotiabank Saddledome. Nine fights were announced Friday, including a co-main event that will see former UFC featherweight champion Jose Aldo face ferocious striker Jeremy Stephens. The main event has not…
[ad_1] Chelsea will make a late push for a Champions League spot with Liverpool’s position under threat going into the final games of the season, according to the latest predicted table. A computer algorithm from FootballWebPages.com has calculated the final standings at the end of 2017/18 with plenty of drama in store for fans. Jurgen…
[ad_1] Meaghan Benfeito and Caeli McKay finished off the podium in fourth place Friday in the 10-metre synchro category at the FINA Diving World Series event in Montreal. The Canadian duo earned silver in the same event at the Commonwealth Games in Australia earlier this month. Calgary’s McKay clipped the tower with her foot on…
[ad_1] The veteran, who has plied his trade at the Catalan outfit for 22 years, has announced he will leave the club at the end of the season. Iniesta is still playing regularly for the La Liga outfit. But the arrival of Coutinho in January raised questions over how long the 33-year-old had left at…
[ad_1] The Montreal Canadiens will have a different look next season, at least on the bench, after failing to clinch a Stanley Cup playoff berth for the second time in three years. The NHL team on Friday announced it has hired Dominique Ducharme as an assistant to head coach Claude Julien, replacing the fired Jean-Jacques…
[ad_1] The Frenchman announced last week that he will step down as Arsenal manager at the end of the season. Wenger has always insisted an Emirates exit would not spell the end of his career in the dugout. And it appears the 68-year-old is already on the lookout for a new role for the start…
[ad_1] Maple Leafs centre Auston Matthews and head coach Mike Babcock deny there’s a rift between the two in the wake of Toronto’s first-round playoff exit. Reports surfaced after Toronto was eliminated in seven games by the Boston Bruins that there was friction. Babcock said he met with Matthews on Friday morning as the Leafs…
[ad_1] Manchester United are in the market for a new midfielder with Michael Carrick set to retire and Marouane Fellaini expected to move on. And the Gambling Times claim Mourinho has outlined his plans to the club’s hierarchy for Brazilian Fred to become a United player this summer. Fred’s agent is former Arsenal man Gilberto…
[ad_1] Injured NHL linesman Don Henderson has been ordered by a judge to pay partial legal costs to the Calgary Flames and former player Dennis Wideman after his lawsuit against them was tossed earlier this year. Court of Queen’s Bench Justice Willie deWit ordered Henderson to pay $8,000 to the Flames and $3,000 to Wideman. In March, deWit stayed the NHL…
[ad_1] Vinicius will join Real Madrid on July 12, this summer, when he turns 18, having agreed a deal last year with Brazilian club Flamengo. And ahead of his official switch to the Bernabeu, Vinicius hopes his fellow Brazilian Neymar will be joining him. “If God wants, Neymar and I will play together at Real…
[ad_1] Cena competed in his first match since his embarrassing defeat to The Undertaker at WrestleMania 34. The Champ though looked impressive throughout the bout and put together a stunning display with Triple H. The Game and Cena have had some incredible wars in the past and also headlined WrestleMania 22. The 16-time world champion…
[ad_1] The Egyptian has stunned football fans on his return to the Premier League, netting 43 goals in all competitions this season. But Salah’s form during his first stint in England left a lot to be desired. After a poor first campaign, Chelsea sent the attacker to Fiorentina and Roma on loan, before the latter…
[ad_1] Randy Orton is set to compete in the historic 50-man Royal Rumble Match, the largest over-the-top-rope battle royal ever, and his entry number may have been leaked. A photo shared by Give Me Sport shows the wrestling industry running some rehearsals ahead of the groundbreaking event. WWE tend to make a few technical tests…
[ad_1] GETTY 60 seconds with Norwich star Grant Hanley The Scotland defender has also played 28 times for his country in a career which began in the youth set-ups at Queen of the South, Crewe and Rangers before he came through the ranks at Blackburn Rovers. After helping Newcastle win the Championship title last season,…
[ad_1] Nadal shot out of the blocks and looked to be putting his opponent to bed in record time as he raced to a 6-0 first-set win. But Klizan surprisingly hit back in the first game of the second set by breaking the Spaniard’s serve. The world No 140, who knocked Novak Djokovic out of…
[ad_1] The Reds supporter is currently being treated at Walton Hospital after sustaining a bleed to the head following an attack outside Anfield on Tuesday. Two Roma fans have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after the incident. In a show of support, Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp wore an Irish tricolour Liverbird in support…
[ad_1] The Rasmus Dahlin sweepstakes are set to go. The fate of the flashy Swedish defenceman — the consensus choice to be selected first overall in the NHL draft in June — will be decided at the NHL draft lottery on Saturday night in Toronto. The Ottawa Senators, Montreal Canadiens, Vancouver Canucks and Edmonton Oilers…
[ad_1] The Liverpool legend has emerged as the shock front-runner for the Ibrox job in recent days, as Graeme Murty prepares to step down at the end of the season. Gerrard has only managed the Reds’ under-18 team since calling time on his spectacular playing career. Rodgers coached the midfielder during his three-year spell on…
[ad_1] The Toronto Wolfpack look to extend their winning streak to 10 games in all competition Saturday when they take on Halifax RLFC in London before flying to Canada for the first time this season. The transatlantic rugby league team tops the second-tier Betfred Championship at 9-1-1, a record compiled completely in Europe due to…
[ad_1] Martial, 22, has been linked with a move to Arsenal after falling down the pecking order at Old Trafford but Groves believes he would not improve the Gunners’ attacking options. “Anthony Martial is a quality player but I don’t want Arsenal to sign him this summer,” he said. “Martial isn’t a priority for us…
[ad_1] Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation announced Friday that president of hockey operations Brian Burke will be stepping back from the organization effective May 1. “When Brian came to us in September 2013 we discussed a structure and timeline of four to five years for his new role. Each year we review our mandate going forward and…
[ad_1] Barcelona legend Iniesta has confirmed he will leave the Nou Camp at the end of the season but is set to extend his playing career. Spaniard Benitez hailed the midfield genius as one of the the Blaugrana’s all-time greats and joked that he “could come here”. Benitez said: “Along with so many great names,…
[ad_1] Click on the video player above to watch the FINA Diving World Series event in Montreal beginning on Friday, April 27 at 12 p.m. ET. Action begins with the women’s and men’s 10-metre synchro finals. Return at 5:35 p.m. ET for the women’s and men’s 3-metre synchro finals. Coverage continues through to the end…
[ad_1] De Gea has firmly established a reputation as one of the world’s top goalkeepers with his performances over the past few seasons. And during that time the Spaniard has been linked with a return to his homeland, with Real Madrid desperate to get him on-board. Real are known to be planning to make wholesale…
[ad_1] Top Brazilian soccer official Marco Polo del Nero was banned for life for bribery and corruption by FIFA’s ethics committee on Friday. FIFA said del Nero, the former Brazilian Football Confederation president and one-time FIFA executive committee member, was also fined $1 million US. Del Nero was indicted by the U.S. Department of Justice…
[ad_1] Mourinho will be without Sergio Romero for Manchester United’s clash with Arsenal on Sunday, but has everyone else available. “Everybody’s fine,” Mourinho said. “I have 22 players and apart from Romero as a goalkeeper, everyone is fit to play.” United face Arsenal in what will be Arsene Wenger’s final game at Old Trafford in…
[ad_1] The Canadian men’s rugby sevens team begins life without John Moonlight at the site of the team’s biggest-ever win. The longtime captain announced his retirement to pursue a firefighting career ahead of the Singapore stop on the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series. Canada, currently ranked 11th on the circuit, enters the tournament as defending champions after beating…
[ad_1] The 33-year-old has enjoyed a stellar career since making his senior Barcelona debut back in 2002. And he has now confirmed he will leave the Nou Camp when the 2017/18 campaign draws to a close. “This is my last season here,” Iniesta said on Friday. “I have thought my decision through for a long…
[ad_1] The former UFC women’s bantamweight champion went into exile after suffering a devastating first-round loss to Nunes, her second on the spin. Rousey’s decision not to address her second consecutive loss, as well as her future in mixed martial arts, drew the ire of many, who believed the California native owed it to her…
[ad_1] Neymar left Barcelona for PSG in a stunning £200m deal last summer. But he looks set for another move already with things turning sour in Paris. Despite firing the goals in on the pitch Neymar has fallen out with key figures at the club including striker Edinson Cavani. And Real Madrid have been heavily…
[ad_1] According to Spanish publication Don Balon, Liverpool have suggested a deal worth £131million (€150m) plus Gareth Bale in exchange for Salah. Real Madrid president Florentino Perez views the Egypt international as the dream replacement for Bale but it is claimed that he believes the proposal is preposterous. Salah has struck 43 goals in 47…
[ad_1] Express Sport understands Gerrard has held talks with Rangers about potentially succeeding caretaker boss Graeme Murty at Ibrox. And the former Liverpool captain would take a wealth of experience to Glasgow with him following a stellar playing career. Gerrard has been back at Anfield in a coaching capacity since last year and is currently…
[ad_1] Express Sport understands Gerrard has held talks with Rangers about potentially succeeding caretaker boss Graeme Murty at Ibrox. And the former Liverpool captain would take a wealth of experience to Glasgow with him following a stellar playing career. Gerrard has been back at Anfield in a coaching capacity since last year and is currently…
[ad_1] Liverpool supporter Mr Cox suffered a serious head injury after allegedly being attacked by Roma fans outside the Albert pub. The 53-year-old, who is from County Meath in Ireland, is being cared for at Walton Hall Neurological Centre where his wife has flown in to be by his side. Two Roma fans have been…
[ad_1] Mane was spotted at a spinal hospital this week in the wake of Tuesday night’s 5-2 win over Roma. And Klopp has now provided an update amid fears the Senegalese could be injured. “We must wait on Sadio,” he said. “It’s not about resting players we are a bit short but we have a…
[ad_1] Barcelona revealed this morning: “FC Barcelona captain Andres Iniesta will appear at a news conference on Friday at 1.30pm CET at the team’s training centre. “Iniesta’s appearance will be streamed live in English on fcbarcelona.com and YouTube.com/fcbarcelona.” It is likely he will confirm he is leaving the club at the end of the season.…
[ad_1] The Red Devils have seen off competition from Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, West Ham and Celtic to land the 15-year-old. Svidersky put pen to paper on a three-year contract at the club’s Carrington HQ and posted snaps of the big moment on social media. He wrote on Instagram: “A day I will never forget.…
[ad_1] Thats the verdict of BBC Sport pundit Mark Lawrenson, who’s predicting a 2-0 defeat for the Gunners at Old Trafford. Arsenal are currently sixth in the Premier League, 11 points adrift of north London rivals Tottenham who occupy the final top four spot. But Champions League qualification is still in their sights with a…
[ad_1] That’s the verdict of former Mercedes chief Norbert Haug, whose views contrast to fellow veteran Niki Lauda. Max Verstappen is widely regarded as one of F1’s most promising prospects and he has been tipped to win the World Drivers’ Championship one day. But one of the 20-year-old’s potential pitfalls is his on-track ruthlessness and…
[ad_1] The former Lyon striker is desperate for a return to the French city – host to the final – and put Arsenal in front from Wilshere’s cross just after the hour-mark. However, Antoine Griezmann’s late equaliser makes the La Liga side strong favourites to progress going into Thursday’s return leg – not least because…
[ad_1] Transfer news LIVE updates: Follow the latest news and gossip Griezmann holds Atletico talks 08.50: Antoine Griezmann is in talks with Atletico Madrid over his future. Griezmann is expected to leave the club this summer with Barcelona in pole position for his signature. But his latest comments offer Atletico hope that he may stay.…
[ad_1] Arsenal were given an incredible opportunity inside 10 minutes as full back Sime Vrsaljko was given two yellow cards and Diego Simeone was sent to the stands. They controlled the game and finally took the lead through Alexandre Lacazette after 61 minutes. But Laurent Koscielny, David Ospina and Shkodran Mustafi combined to show Arsenal’s…
[ad_1] The race for the F1 World Drivers’ Championship is delicately poised after three Grands Prix, with leader Sebastian Vettel just nine points clear of Lewis Hamilton. However, Mercedes have been experiencing self-confessed problems with the car, especially with getting the tyres into the right operating window. Ferrari meanwhile have demonstrated improved straight-line speed –…
[ad_1] Umtiti has established a reputation as one of the world’s top centre-backs since moving to the Nou Camp in 2016. But speculation has been widespread that his spell at Barcelona could soon come to an end amid drawn out contract negotiations. The La Liga giants are eager to tie down Umtiti for years to…
[ad_1] GETTY The NFL Draft takes place in Texas In Layman’s terms, the NFL Draft is an annual event where all of the American football teams get to pick from the best college players. The team with the worst win to loss ratio from the previous season gets the first pick in a bid to…
[ad_1] Alexandre Lacazette had finally put Arsenal ahead in the tie in the second half with an excellent header at the far post, beating the superb Jan Oblak in Atletico Madrid’s goal. The crowd were buoyant and the players revelling in the atmosphere against their 10-man opponents. But it all collapsed when Laurent Koscielny’s weak…
[ad_1] Olympic gold medallist Anna Hasselborg of Sweden beat Ottawa’s Rachel Homan 6-2 in six ends on Thursday in the ninth draw of the Champions Cup, the final stop on the Grand Slam of Curling tour. Hasselborg (2-1) opened with the hammer and quickly earned two points. Homan, who represented Canada at the Pyeongchang Winter…
[ad_1] Jurgen Klopp is said to be a number of managers looking at the winger this summer. But reports in Italy suggest the Reds will need to stump up £44million to bring the 20-year-old to the Premier League. Corriere dello Sport in Italy claim Fiorentina have placed the large sum on Chiesa’s head following a…
[ad_1] Marc-Andre Fleury stopped 33 shots for his third shutout of the playoffs, and the Vegas Golden Knights went on to beat the San Jose Sharks 7-0 Thursday night in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals. Cody Eakin, Erik Haula and Jonathan Marchessault scored one-minute-and-thirty-one seconds apart early in the first period to get Vegas going. Alex Tuch, Shea Theodore, Colin Miller…
[ad_1] That’s the view of Arsenal legend and Sky Sports pundit Paul Merson, who saw Antoine Griezmann net a late leveller in the semi-final first leg. Atletico had played 80 minutes with ten men after Sime Vrsalkjo was sent off for two bookings inside the first ten minutes. Alexandre Lacazette had headed Arsenal in front…
[ad_1] Current Arsenal No 1 Petr Cech has been questioned at times this season having made a number of mistakes. Arsenal set their sights on Leno last month but now Bild report that Leno wants to use his get-out clause on his current contract. The 26-year-old’s current deal runs to 2020 but his clause would…
[ad_1] Chelsea want to press ahead with plans for the summer transfer window despite uncertainty over who their manager will be. Antonio Conte looks set to leave Stamford Bridge this summer, though that is yet to be confirmed. And The Mirror report Seri is a target for the Blues having been a long-term target. Chelsea…
[ad_1] Cena and Bella ended their engagement almost a year after The Champ proposed to the ex-Divas Champion at WrestleMania 33. The former celebrity couple dated for six years and were set to get married on May 5 in Mexico. However, things didn’t work out and after a series of posts on his social media…
[ad_1] Sadiq Khan wooed the US billionaire trying to buy Wembley by flying to Chicago shortly after taking office and has held regular meetings with him including one just last month, MailOnline can reveal today. The Mayor of London has long been encouraging Shahid Khan to invest in London and repeatedly urged him to bring…
[ad_1] Giannis Antetokounmpo had 31 points and 14 rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks pulled away late to beat the Boston Celtics 97-86 on Thursday night to force a Game 7 in the first-round series. Khris Middleton and Malcolm Brogdon each added 16 points, with Brogdon hitting a momentum-swinging 3 from the left corner to give…
[ad_1] Theresa May tonight warned the FA to think of England fans before committing to selling off Wembley Stadium. Downing Street insisted the process was at an early stage and ultimately a matter for the FA to resolve. But Mrs May’s official spokesman urged caution. He said: ‘This is a decision for the Football Association.…
[ad_1] J.D. Martinez hit a three-run homer in the fifth inning as the Boston Red Sox edged the Toronto Blue Jays 5-4 on Thursday at Rogers Centre. Andrew Benintendi delivered an RBI double and Rafael Devers drove in a run on a sac-fly for the Red Sox (19-5), who snapped a three-game skid. Marco Estrada (2-2) went five innings,…
[ad_1] Writing in his match programme notes, Arsenal captain Per Mertesacker had claimed Koscielny knew the answer to “limiting” Griezmann. He wrote: “Atletico command a lot of respect and have dangerous options all over the pitch. “Everyone knows about Antoine Griezmann, about his quality and his strength when he runs in behind. He’s very clever…
[ad_1] Patric Hornqvist, Sidney Crosby and Jake Guentzel scored in a 4:49 span to help the Pittsburgh Penguins rally to beat the Washington Capitals 3-2 on Thursday night in Game 1 of the second-round series. Down 2-0 early in the third period and playing without Evgeni Malkin and Carl Hagelin, Pittsburgh turned it around with…
[ad_1] Earlier this year, Mesut Ozil put pen to paper on a bumper new three year pay deal worth over £50million. Putting that into perspective, that is the same limited amount as Arsenal’s new boss has been told he will receive in transfer funds when he succeeds Wenger in the summer. But Ozil remains loved…
[ad_1] United States President Donald Trump is threatening to withhold support from nations who don’t back the joint bid by the U.S., Canada and Mexico to host the 2026 World Cup. Morocco also has bid to host soccer’s showcase. The FIFA Congress meets June 13 in Moscow to select the 2026 host, and a majority…
[ad_1] Arsenal hosted Atletico Madrid in the first leg of the Europa League semi-final final but some woeful defending from the Premier League side has left Arsene Wenger’s men with a hill to climb. After a goalless first half, Alexandre Lacazette fired Arsenal in front just after the hour mark by heading home a cross…
[ad_1] Baker Mayfield, until the past few days considered an outsider to be chosen at the top of the NFL draft, has been taken by the Cleveland Browns to begin Thursday night’s selections. The first Heisman Trophy winner taken No. 1 overall in the following draft since Cam Newton went to Carolina in 2010, Mayfield…
[ad_1] The Rocket takes on Ali Carter at the Crucible in the Betfred World Championship today as he bids for a sixth world title. Five former world champions lost in the first round in Sheffield, leaving in the draw the three who all turned pro the same summer 26 years ago. And record seven-time world…
[ad_1] In Layman’s terms, the NFL Draft is an annual event where all of the American football teams get to pick from the best college players. The team with the worst win to loss ratio from the previous season gets the first pick in a bid to ensure the league is fairly balanced. WHO GETS…
[ad_1] Arsenal enjoyed 78 per cent of possession and had 28 shots in the first leg of the Europa League semi-final but failed to make the most of their opportunities. Atletico Madrid were reduced to 10 men after just nine minutes when Sime Vrsaljko picked up a second yellow card. Arsenal knocked on the door…
[ad_1] In Layman’s terms, the NFL Draft is an annual event where all of the American football teams get to pick from the best college players. The team with the worst win to loss ratio from the previous season gets the first pick in a bid to ensure the league is fairly balanced. WHO GETS…
[ad_1] How fitting that at the end of it Arsene Wenger’s final legacy seems shot down in flames as a result of yet another one of those European nights that will be hard ever to forget. Just as battling the continent’s seems to lift Liverpool to greater heights than they arguably seem to merit on…
[ad_1] Everything had been going so smoothly for Canada’s Laura Crocker and Kirk Muyres at the world mixed doubles curling championship in Oestersund, Sweden. At 6-0 heading into their final round-robin game on Thursday, the two appeared on cruise control. Then they met the undefeated Koreans and everything changed. Korea handed Crocker and Muyres their first loss,…
[ad_1] After a goalless first-half which saw Atletico go down to 10 men in the first 10 minutes after Sime Vrsaljko was sent off for two yellow cards and Diego Simeone sent to the stands for reacting angrily to a decision from the referee, Alexandre Lacazette fired Arsenal in front just after the hour mark.…
[ad_1] Raptors guard Delon Wright refused to take the bait Thursday when asked about some trash-talk from Washington’s Kelly Oubre Jr. The Wizards forward slid in a barb after Wednesday’s 108-98 Game 5 loss in Toronto. Wright was a key man on the night, scoring 11 of his bench-high 18 points in the fourth quarter…
[ad_1] People will point to Gerrard’s lack of managerial experience, but for me that doesn’t matter. Because of what he achieved during his glittering career as a player at Liverpool, if Gerrard was to walk into the Ibrox dressing room he would command instant respect. I am sure he wouldn’t be slow to tell players…
[ad_1] Late in March 2014, Houston Astros outfielder J.D. Martinez was summoned into manager Bo Porter’s office and given his release. Windsor’s Stubby Clapp had been Martinez’s hitting coach with the Greeneville Astros in 2009 and again in 2010 with the class-A Lexington Legends. “I’d only been coaching for two years, but J.D. was the first right-handed…
[ad_1] The Premier League continue to drag their heels over the issue, describing it as “complex and nuanced and clearly requiring more research”. However, the EFL have joined with their supporters to galvanise a clear call among supporters to be allowed to stand to watch games in the hope of forming a collective voice which…
[ad_1] You may recognize some familiar faces in the Eastern Conference semifinals. After all, the Pittsburgh Penguins (2015-16 and 2016-17), Tampa Bay Lightning (2014-15), New York Rangers (2013-14) and Boston Bruins (2013) make up the previous five East champions. Yes, we know the Rangers didn’t make the playoffs this spring, but more than one-third of their…
[ad_1] Arsenal are understood to be interested in appointing Enrique but the former Barcelona boss is close to agreeing a deal with Chelsea, according to Catalan publication Sport. He is reportedly deep in negotiations with Stamford Bridge bigwigs and will make a decision on his future in the coming days. Enrique is set to return…
[ad_1] Two of the world’s top young sprinters will renew acquaintances on the track next month for the first time since 2015 after a scheduled showdown at the world championships last summer didn’t materialize because of injury. Canada’s Andre De Grasse and 2018 world indoor 60-metre champion Christian Coleman of the United States will go…
[ad_1] Yesterday a comment piece by a freelance journalist entitled ‘Liverpool must take serious action after Roma violence or risk further trouble’ was published on this website. [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] The weather is getting warmer, but don’t put away your hockey bags just yet. In arenas across Canada it’s tryout season — the annual, gut-wrenching, anxiety-inducing rite of passage for young hockey players and their parents. I’m relatively new to this world. My son is a nine-year-old goalie vying for a roster spot in the highly…
[ad_1] GETTY Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid: Europa League latest score, news and updates from the Emirates Stadium Arsenal welcome Atletico Madrid to London for the first leg of their Europa League semi-final. Arsenal, who are sixth in the domestic standings, can still qualify for next season’s Champions League by beating Atletico and going on to…
[ad_1] ATLETICO MADRID suffered a double blow less than 15 minutes into their semi-final with Arsenal when Sime Vrsaljko was sent off for two yellow cards and manager Diego Simeone followed him minutes later. [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] According to Don Balon, Barcelona believe Arsenal forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is desperate to reunite with former Borussia Dortmund pal Dembele at the Emirates Stadium. And the Spanish publication claim Nou Camp chiefs are ready to offer the France international as part of a deal for Bellerin. Barcelona are desperate to strengthen at right-back and…
[ad_1] With Sidney Crosby and Alexander Ovechkin going head-to-head for the third consecutive playoff year, Rob Pizzo breaks down the rivalry that fans love watching. [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] Arsenal cult-hero Santi Cazorla returned to the Emirates pitch tonight for a mini training session ahead of the Gunners’ clash with Atletico Madrid. The Spanish star has been injured since 2016, but looked sharp as he performed several drills on the turf. Cazorla has not been training with the Arsenal squad though snaps of…
[ad_1] Auston Matthews described scoring in the playoffs like feeling “an earthquake in your feet” following his winner in Game 3 of Toronto’s series with the Boston Bruins. Unfortunately for the Maple Leafs and their star centre, there wouldn’t be any aftershocks. Matthews could only muster that one goal to go along with a solitary…
[ad_1] Mesut Ozil and Jack Wilshere missed Sunday’s 4-1 win over West Ham due to illness and injury respectively. But both return for tonight’s Europa League semi-final first leg at the Emirates. Mohamed Elneny and Alex Iwobi drop out. David Ospina starts in goal after missing the quarter-final win over CSKA Moscow. For Atletico, Antoine…
[ad_1] Michael van Gerwen is in action twice this evening as he takes on Daryl Gurney and Michael Smith. The Dutchman is looking to bounce back from his disappointing showing in front of his home crowd in Rotterdam last week. Michael van Gerwen suffered defeats to Peter Wright and Raymond van Barneveld but former darts…
[ad_1] The Europa League represents Arsene Wenger’s final opportunity to win a major trophy as Arsenal manager. It was announced last week that Wenger would leave Arsenal at the end of the season after 22 years in charge. The Frenchman has urged his side to give their “absolute all” against Atletico Madrid. He said: “They…
[ad_1] Nadal reached the last eight by beating Guillermo Garcia-Lopez in straight sets this afternoon. The world No 1 had struggled to reach his best form in the Catalonian competition but he cranked through the gears against his fellow Spaniard. Nadal now faces Novak Djokovic’s conqueror Martin Kilzan tomorrow – but the Slovenian is not…
[ad_1] Manchester United take on Arsenal this Sunday in an inevitably feisty encounter between the two sides at Old Trafford. The old rivalry will be given new life as former Gunner Alexis Sanchez lines up for the hosts and Arsene Wenger makes his final trip to Manchester as Arsenal boss. Jose Mourinho could name a…
[ad_1] Patrick Roy is returning to the Quebec Remparts as coach and general manager. The Hall of Fame goaltender confirmed Thursday that he has signed a two-year contract with the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League team. The 52-year-old Roy previously acted as part-owner, coach and GM of the Remparts from 2005-13, winning a Memorial Cup…
[ad_1] Real Madrid edged a narrow 2-1 win over Bayern Munich in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final on Wednesday night. Keylor Navas came in for criticism after conceding an early goal after being at fault for Joshua Kimmich’s opener. While Real Madrid are bidding to reach a third consecutive Champions League final,…
[ad_1] LeBron James hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer, a crowning moment for another brilliant performance, to give Cleveland a 98-95 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night in Game 5, putting the Cavaliers within one victory of advancing in the Eastern Conference playoffs. [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] Fantasy football managers have just three weeks left to climb up their mini-league tables, but there is still plenty of points on offer if you sign the right stars. The experts at Sky Sports Fantasy Football have done their homework so you don’t have to, picking out the 10 key players you need to…
[ad_1] London Lightning star player Royce White is turning the tables on the fans of the St. John’s Edge, denying he called them homophobic slurs on Saturday and claiming they taunted his mental health. It’s an allegation some fans seated near the Lightning bench are denying on social media, while reiterating they heard White yell…
[ad_1] Clarets boss Sean Dyche has confirmed Arfield will leave Turf Moor when his contract expires next month. According to The Scottish Sun, Rangers will announce the Canada international’s signing before Sunday’s Old Firm clash at Celtic. Burnley will also be waving goodbye to Dean Marney, whose contract will not be renewed. “We have to…
[ad_1] In Canada, it is a pivotal time for women in sport. Never has gender equity in this nation’s arenas, swimming pools and playgrounds been a greater priority for both governments and the private sector. The most recent federal budget allocated $30 million over the next three years toward the goal of keeping young women…
[ad_1] Pictures of Manchester United’s potential third kit for the 2018/19 season have been leaked online – and it could well be made from plastic. The Old Trafford club have reportedly joined the drive to reduce the amount of waste going into the oceans by using recycled plastic in their new shirts. Footyheadlines.com claim Adidas…
[ad_1] A Hockey Hall of Famer, a four-time Grey Cup champion, a two-time Olympic silver medallist and a six-time Paralympian are among this year’s class of eight inductees to Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. Leading the way is Dave Keon, who had a knack for scoring big goals at big moments and won four Stanley Cups…
[ad_1] The Dutchman has been out of work since being sacked by Manchester United in 2016. Van Gaal though has claimed he has been made an offer he cannot refuse. Van Gaal told Ziggo Sport: “I still get a lot of offers. I have now received an offer that I actually can not refuse. “But…
[ad_1] New rules for female athletes with high natural testosterone levels which could force two-time Olympic 800-metre champion Caster Semenya to stop running middle-distance races. From Nov. 1, the IAAF will limit entry for all international events from 400m through the mile to women with testosterone levels below a specified level. Women with elevated testosterone…
[ad_1] England have played at the new £757m Wembley since 2007, with showpiece occasions including the FA Cup final also held at the venue. The FA have committed to pumping £500m into developing the grassroots game though, with 100s of 3G and 4G pitches to be built across the country. It seems as though Khan’s…
[ad_1] Nadal has not lost a clay-court match since Dominic Thiem beat him in Rome back in May 2017. He has not even lost a set in that time or been taken as far as 5-5, such has been his dominance on the surface. He opened his Barcelona Open campaign – where he is already…
[ad_1] Jose Mourinho and his players are gearing up to take on Arsenal this weekend as they look to secure a second place finish. The Red Devils are three points clear of Liverpool with a game in hand ahead of the Gunners’ visit to Old Trafford. Anthony Martial, Michael Carrick and Daley Blind were all…
[ad_1] Late last week, Nurmagomedov, the new ruler of the lightweight division, revealed that his team were in talks with the UFC brass about a potential mega-fight with McGregor, saying: “We’re talking, but if it takes too long, I don’t want to do that. “If he wants to fight this year, then we can fight.…
[ad_1] Olivier Giroud is set to maintain his spot in the Chelsea starting XI after a string of fine performances since his January move from Chelsea. Giroud stepped off the bench to score twice as Chelsea came from behind to beat Southampton in their Premier League clash earlier this month. The Frenchman then impressed in…
[ad_1] That’s the view of Sky Sports pundit Neil Reynolds, who explained to Express Sport why the quarterback is likely to pad up again this year. Brady’s future is in doubt after hinting that he may step away from the game in the offseason. WHO DO THE PATRIOTS FACE IN 2018? FULL SCHEDULE REVEALED The…
[ad_1] Wagner has established a burgeoning reputation as one of Europe’s most promising coaches during his time at the John Smith’s Stadium. And he’ll be eager to deliver on that as Huddersfield look to defy their doubters by securing Premier League survival. Wagner’s exploits in west Yorkshire have seen him linked with a return to…
[ad_1] Joshua recorded his 21st career victory in March, beating Joseph Parker to add the WBO belt to his WBA and IBF straps. Wilder holds the only remaining major belt – the WBC strap – and says that last night he sent Joshua’s team an email offering them £35million guaranteed and a 50:50 split of…
[ad_1] Nagelsmann became the Bundesliga’s youngest ever manager in 2016 when he was chosen as Huub Stevens’ replacement at Hoffenheim. And he’s since forged a reputation as one of the world’s most promising coaches by guiding them into the European places. Nagelsmann has been touted as a potential successor for departing Arsenal boss Wenger, who…
[ad_1] Leonard’s future is uncertain after not appearing in the playoffs. Spurs were dumped out by the Golden State Warriors 4-1 in the first round. And Leonard was unused in suspicious circumstances with rumours rumbling on that he will leave the team with the LA Lakers heavily linked. But Mark Heisler, from Orange County Register,…
[ad_1] Liverpool took a huge step towards the Champions League final with an emphatic 5-2 victory over Roma at Anfield on Tuesday. Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino both scored twice while Sadio Mane also found the back of the net in the rout. However, the Senegalese international has given Liverpool an injury scare after he…
[ad_1] Federer, 36, has won eight major doubles titles – the last of which came 10 years ago. That was at the Beijing Olympics where Federer partnered Stan Warwinka to win gold for Switzerland. The Swiss now carefully manages his schedule and even misses large portions of the singles season to preserve his body. But…
[ad_1] Salah has been in incredible form since moving to Anfield last summer and scored his 42nd and 43rd goals of the season when Liverpool faced Roma this week. The Egyptian’s form has led to him being touted as a Real target, with Florentino Perez expected to make wholesale changes to Zinedine Zidane’s underperforming squad.…
[ad_1] McTominay has been on the books at United since 2002 and followed in the footsteps of team-mates Jesse Lingard and Marcus Rashford by graduating from the club’s youth academy. The 21-year-old has racked up 24 appearances in all competitions since making his senior debut against Arsenal last season. Mourinho has talked up McTominay this…
[ad_1] Gerrard is currently a youth coach at Liverpool having hung up his boots after a year in Los Angeles in 2016. And the Scottish Sun report that the Rangers board have held talks with Gerrard and are close to appointing him as their new manager. It would be a huge gamble for both parties…
[ad_1] That’s according to Sky Sports pundit Craig Bellamy, who claims United cast aside their identity when the Portuguese replaced Louis van Gaal. Manchester United are currently second in the Premier League and will take on Mourinho’s old side Chelsea in next month’s FA Cup final. They’ve been accused of adopting defensive tactics during Mourinho’s…
[ad_1] That’s according to La Liga expert Guillem Balague, who says the Spanish media will be incentivised to do so by Real. Salah has enjoyed a remarkable season and his brace against Roma on Tuesday night helped Liverpool put one foot in the Champions League final. His form under Jurgen Klopp has seen him heavily…
[ad_1] LeBron lit it up once again for the Cleveland Cavaliers with a 44-point return, adding 10 rebounds and eight assists, as Tyronn Lue’s team a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven series. The 33-year-old forward’s accuracy from the free-throw line was as crucial as the buzzer-beater he sunk from beyond the three-point line to secure…
[ad_1] Wenger will step down after nearly 22 in charge this summer as Arsenal look to go in another direction. Wenger yesterday admitted the timing of his departure wasn’t down to him before a scrambled statement on Arsenal’s Twitter page claimed he was in fact leaving by his own accord. But Wenger has said he…
[ad_1] There is no hiding place in professional sport. Nor should there be. If your day job is to entertain the public, criticism comes with the territory and judgment follows every performance. The record books will show that Toronto FC came up short against Chivas of Guadalajara. Agonizingly short, but short nonetheless, losing 4-2 on penalties (3-3…
[ad_1] The Reds are in an excellent position to book a showpiece showdown with either Bayern or back-to-back champions Real Madrid. That’s because they hammered Roma 5-2 in the first leg of their semi-final on Tuesday night. They led 5-0 by the 68th minute before a late lapse in concentration allowed the Italians to rescue…
[ad_1] Calgary’s Kevin Koe rebounded with a 6-5 victory over Kurt Balderston of Grand Prairie, Alta., on Day 2 of the Champions Cup in Calgary on Wednesday. Koe, who was the runner-up at the 2017 event, fell behind 4-2 after five ends, but rallied by scoring four points in the final three frames to cap…
[ad_1] The iconic Gunners boss will end a spell at the helm spanning 22 years since arriving from Japan in 1996 this summer, it was announced just last week. The process to begin the Frenchman – who has led Arsenal to three league titles and seven FA Cups – is underway with the North London club…
[ad_1] There was a literal dark cloud hanging over Toronto on Wednesday. A heaviness. It’s been a heavy week in a city still trying to make sense of Monday’s horrific van rampage that left 10 people dead. Rained poured down all day and really never stopped. It would have been easy for the spirit of an already depleted…
[ad_1] Juventus and Bayern Munich are both rumoured to be interested in the 24-year-old. Can is out of contract at Liverpool in the summer and all reports suggest he will leave Anfield. And Italian outlet Tuttosport report that the German international will make his decision within the next few days. Juventus are rumoured to be…
[ad_1] Just like in 2013, Boston scored 4 unanswered goals to advance to the 2nd round and send the Toronto Maple Leafs packing [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] Salah, who was crowned PFA Player of the Year last Sunday, still has four years left to run on the existing £90,000-a-week Liverpool deal he signed when he joined from Roma last summer. The Egyptian winger produced a mesmerising display in the 5-2 win over his former club in the first leg of the…
[ad_1] As the visiting team at TD Garden in Boston, you never want to hear the tune Dirty Water by the Standells in the handshake line after a playoff series. That’s the Boston Bruins’ victory song, and for the second time in five years, this was the song playing on the public address system Wednesday after a hard-fought, seven-game series between…
[ad_1] Ronaldo failed to score in Munich, the first time this season that the Portuguese star hasn’t netted in a Champions League match. But he did set a new record by being part of a winning team. The 2-1 victory, sealed by goals from Marcelo and Marco Asensio, was Ronaldo’s 99th in the European Cup.…
[ad_1] Toronto FC has lost the CONCACAF Champions League final. Jozy Altidore and Sebastian Giovinco both scored in regulation time as Toronto FC beat Guadalajara Chivas 2-1 in the second leg of the final. That win tied the series, forcing penalty kicks. Chivas was ultimately triumphant 4-2 in kicks. More coming. [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] Mookie Betts led off the game with a home run and added a two-run shot in the seventh inning to power the Boston Red Sox to a 4-3 win over the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday night at Rogers Centre. Betts took the third pitch from Toronto starter Aaron Sanchez over the wall and…
[ad_1] The Toronto Maple Leafs have been eliminated from the Stanley Cup playoffs. Jake DeBrusk scored twice as the Boston Bruins stormed back to defeat Toronto 7-4 in Game 7 and advance to the second round of the playoffs. The Bruins led the series 3-1 before back-to-back Leafs wins forced Game 7. Boston will take…
[ad_1] Moscow have acted quickly ahead of the World Cup by slapping an alcohol ban Russian authorities have implemented the plan to stop fan troubles this summer Pubs and restaurants cannot sell alcohol on the day before and day of matches Supermarkets and off-licences have also been struck by the prohibition By Jonathan Spencer For…
[ad_1] The Toronto Raptors are one win away from the Eastern Conference semifinals. DeMar DeRozan scored 32 points as Toronto pulled away over the final few minutes to beat the Wizards 108-98 on Wednesday. The Raptors will take a 3-2 lead in their seven-game series back to Washington for Friday’s Game 6. Kyle Lowry finished…
[ad_1] Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain will miss out on the remainder of Liverpool’s season The England midfielder sustained an injury during Liverpool’s 5-2 win over Roma The 24-year-old looked set for a place in Gareth Southgate’s World Cup squad Oxlade-Chamberlain has sustained significant damage to his knee ligaments By Dominic King for MailOnline Published: 13:00 EDT, 25…
[ad_1] NBA playoff teams are beginning to discover where their fate lies in the 2017/18 season, with several teams on the verge of progressing from Round 1 of the post-season. Oklahoma City Thunder are in serious danger of crashing out of the tournament at the hands of Utah Jazz – and Paul George’s future is…
[ad_1] This was the 25th European Cup meeting between these two titans, more than any other fixture, and Real edged ahead to 12 wins against 11 after the forward’s 57th-minute goal. It was a feather in the cap for Real boss Zinedine Zidane, who brought Asensio on at half-time and got one over opposite number…
[ad_1] That is the opinion of BT Sport pundit and former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard. Cristiano Ronaldo is Real Madrid’s all-time leading goalscorer and has once again had a stunning season. But Gerrard believes centre-back Ramos is equally as vital in Real producing their best football. Ramos missed the Champions League quarter-final second-leg loss to…
[ad_1] However, with derby rivals Celtic aiming to claim a historic back-to-back clean sweep of domestic trophies against Graeme Murty’s men at Parkhead on Sunday, he fears the fact signings are already being lined up – both McGregor and Arfield will arrive for medicals later this week – may deter some candidates from considering taking…
[ad_1] Alderweireld is reportedly attracting attention from Barcelona, Chelsea and Manchester United as Tottenham refuse to meet his £150,000-a-week demands. The Belgium international is under contract until the summer of 2019 but Spurs have an option to extend his deal for a further year. That, however, would trigger a £25million release clause, which would make…
[ad_1] Manchester United goalkeeper De Gea has been a long-standing target for Real Madrid and came close to signing in the summer of 2015, but a faulty fax machine on deadline day prevented a move. Real are set for an overhaul at the end of the season and current shot-stopper Keylor Navas looks likely to…
[ad_1] The Pittsburgh Penguins will be without centre Evgeni Malkin and forward Carl Hagelin when the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions open their Eastern Conference semifinal series Thursday night in Washington. Coach Mike Sullivan said Wednesday that Malkin and Hagelin will be scratched from the lineup because of injuries. Malkin, who led the Penguins in goals…
[ad_1] For all the undoubted qualities of Kevin De Bruyne, looking back on the morning after Salah’s sensational performance against Roma, it is hard to imagine his coronation by the PFA in London last Sunday was ever in doubt. With that trophy only just in the cabinet at home, the Egyptian striker has now been…
[ad_1] The Golden Knights just keep on winning, and Rob Pizzo compares their first season in the NHL to that of other recent expansion teams. [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] The Arsenal manager, however, plays for much higher stakes than that and it is not so much the next few games that worry him as what lies beyond. “I am a bit like a guy who plays Russian Roulette every week and suddenly has no gun anymore,” he said. “I don’t know now how…
[ad_1] Winnipeg Jets scoring machine Patrik Laine didn’t dress for practice Wednesday, but head coach Paul Maurice says the 20-year-old will be ready to go for Game 1 of the team’s second-round playoff series against the Predators. “Patty didn’t miss anything,” Maurice said after the Jets practice, adding he expects Laine will play Friday. “He’ll be fine.” Maurice said…
[ad_1] Champions League semi-finalists Roma could be forced to sell Nainggolan in the summer transfer window to relax Financial Fair Play concerns. The Sun claim Arsenal are set to leap to the front of the queue for his signature, despite the fact he turns 30 next month. Arsene Wenger – who will leave the Gunners…
[ad_1] Real Madrid substitute Marco Asensio scored a second-half winner on Wednesday to end Bayern Munich’s unbeaten record at home this season and give his side a 2-1 win in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal. Joshua Kimmich had put the home side in front, but Marcelo equalized before the interval. Asensio came…
[ad_1] Bayern Munich raced into a 1-0 lead early on in the Champions League semi-final first-leg clash at the Allianz Arena. Right-back Joshua Kimmich scored the goal after a blistering counter attack. But Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard, who was working as a pundit for the game, was not impressed by three Real Madrid stars’ roles…
[ad_1] James Rodriguez is currently in the middle of a two-season long loan period from Los Blancos and has helped fire Bayern Munich to the Bundesliga title. The Colombia international moved to the Allianz Arena on a two-year loan last summer, with Bayern holding a non-obligatory option to buy the attacking midfielder. But reports in…
[ad_1] Liverpool have one foot in the final in Kiev after their 5-2 semi-final first-leg win over Roma last night. It could have been a much more comfortable lead for Jurgen Klopp’s side if they did not concede two late away goals at Anfield. Bayern Munich hosted Real Madrid in the other semi-final’s first leg…
[ad_1] Real Madrid and Bayern Munich meet in tonight’s blockbuster Champions League semi-final clash. The two sides, both giants of the European game, meet each other in the first leg of their eagerly-anticipated last four tie at the Allianz Arena. Holders Real Madrid, who are bidding for a 13th European crown and a third in…
[ad_1] That is the opinion of legendary Chelsea midfielder turned BT Sport pundit Frank Lampard. Ronaldo and Messi have both broken countless goalscoring records during their time in La Liga. They are both the record goalscorers for their respective clubs, with Messi’s tally of 547 way ahead of Ronaldo’s 448. However, Ronaldo’s Real Madrid goals…
[ad_1] It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s a Beech 77 Skipper. The Nashville Predators have taken their love of smashing cars one step further ahead of their NHL playoff series against the Winnipeg Jets. The matchup has already received plenty of hype but now they’re preparing to smash an airplane outside of Bridgestone Arena. Smash Car…
[ad_1] The Real Madrid forward is busy preparing for tonight’s Champions League semi-final as Real Madrid play Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena. But it seems the Portuguese superstar still found time to send a gift to Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford. Earlier today, Rashford took to Twitter to share a picture of the gift he…
[ad_1] PFA Player of the Year Salah is attracting plenty of interest as a result of his incredible form since joining Liverpool from Roma for around £37million last summer. According to Spanish publication Diario Gol, a host of clubs have tabled proposals to the Egyptian forward including former club Chelsea, Manchester City and Manchester United.…
[ad_1] Oxlade-Chamberlain will miss the remainder of the season for Liverpool and also this summer’s World Cup in Russia with a knee ligament injury. The midfielder was substituted early in the Reds’ 5-2 Champions League semi-final first-leg win over Roma last night. Liverpool released a statement this evening confirming the news but are yet to…
[ad_1] The Pittsburgh Penguins will be without centre Evgeni Malkin and forward Carl Hagelin when the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions open their Eastern Conference semifinal series Thursday night in Washington. Coach Mike Sullivan said Wednesday that Malkin and Hagelin will be scratched from the lineup because of injuries. Malkin, who led the Penguins in goals…
[ad_1] Liverpool star Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has been dealt a cruel blow after his injury in the Champions League semi-final clash against Roma was confirmed to be ligament damage. The England international has already informed Gareth Southgate that he will miss the summer tournament in Russia. Oxlade-Chamberlain was expected to play a part in Southgate’s starting…
[ad_1] Meagan Duhamel and Eric Radford, who teamed up for two pairs world championship titles and three Olympic medals over their careers, have officially announced their retirement from competitive figure skating. The 32-year-old Duhamel, from Lively, Ont., and 33-year-old Radford, from Balmertown, Ont., made the announcement in a Skate Canada release Wednesday. They had previously…
[ad_1] Liverpool have confirmed that Oxlade-Chamberlain sustained knee ligament damage in yesterday’s 5-2 Champions League semi-final win against Roma. The England international was carried off on a stretcher and will be unavailable for Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate this summer. A statement from the club read: “Liverpool FC can confirm Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain’s 2017-18 season is…
[ad_1] COMING UP LIVE CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie is in Calgary today to make an announcement at 11 a.m. Watch the announcement live at 11 a.m. CBC News · Posted: Apr 25, 2018 10:46 AM MT | Last Updated: April 25 CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie is making an announcement at 11 a.m. in Calgary. 0:00…
[ad_1] It is a heavyweight clash in the second Champions League semi-final as Bayern Munich face Real Madrid. The Spanish giants are hoping to win the competition for the third year in a row. They survived the scare of their lives against Juventus in the quarter-finals to progress. Zinedine Zidane needs to win the competition…
[ad_1] The Wolfpack’s new addition paid immediate dividends for the team in his first game. [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] Liverpool beat Roma 5-2 in the semi-final first-leg clash at Anfield last night. However, the Reds will be disappointed they let in two late away goals after racing into a 5-0 lead. Lovren was at fault for Roma’s first goal through Edin Dzeko after misjudging Radja Nainggolan’s pass. Nicol admits Liverpool are strong favourites…
[ad_1] Wrestling is considered one of the oldest sports, but those involved are trailblazers in terms of creating gender parity in a male dominated arena. We take a look at all sides in the upcoming documentary #CBCSweatEquity, coming soon to cbcsports.ca [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] Liverpool ran out 5-2 winners in the semi-final first-leg clash at Anfield last night. The hosts raced into a 5-0 lead before two goals in the final 10 minutes gave Roma a glimmer of hope in the tie. Souness admits it is very unlikely the Serie A side will repeat their quarter-final feat, where…
[ad_1] Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred said Tuesday that Rogers Centre is in need of an update. The downtown stadium has been the Toronto Blue Jays’ home since June 1989. “The stadium when it was built was a great building, one of our best,” Manfred said. “I think given the passage of time, the…
[ad_1] Wenger will leave Arsenal in the summer after almost 22 years in north London. Former Barcelona manager Luis Enrique is the favourite to replace the Frenchman, with ex-Gunners captain Mikel Arteta also in the running. But Campbell would like to see a dream pairing of two of Arsenal’s greatest players – Patrick Vieira and…
[ad_1] Video Masai Ujiri, the Toronto Raptors general manager, wanted to show support to the victims of Monday afternoon’s van attack Posted: Apr 25, 2018 9:41 AM ET | Last Updated: April 25 Masai Ujiri, the Toronto Raptors general manager, wanted to show support to the victims of Monday afternoon’s van attack 0:54 Report Typo…
[ad_1] FIFA 18 gamers are just hours away from getting their hands on a new set of in-form Team of the Week players after the latest squad was announced this afternoon. Chelsea full-back Victor Moses and Arsenal frontman Alexandre Lacazette are the only Premier League representatives in a diverse line-up this week. Moses played an…
[ad_1] Sidney Crosby has faced the Washington Capitals three times in the playoffs. All three times the Pittsburgh captain has led his team to victory. And all three times the Penguins used the win as the springboard to a raucous mid-June parade with the Stanley Cup in tow. Still, Crosby sounded like a cautious investor…
[ad_1] Pictures from Arsenal training this morning appeared to show Bellerin and Lacazette having a coming together at London Colney. The players were preparing for tomorrow’s Europa League semi-final against Atletico Madrid but Bellerin has responded to those claims on Twitter. Replying to a news story by the Daily Mail, Bellerin tweeted: “It’s called banter…
[ad_1] Toronto FC was 4,000 kilometres away in Mexico Monday when a rented van plowed into pedestrians with deadly results. But coach Greg Vanney said the horrific attack was deeply felt by his team in Mexico as it prepared for Wednesday’s return leg of the CONCACAF Champions League final with CD Guadalajara, known as Chivas. “I think…
[ad_1] Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham have all been linked with moves for Sessegnon when the transfer window reopens this summer. The 17-year-old has enjoyed a fine season for Fulham, scoring 15 goals from 46 goals and sparking hope the Cottagers could secure Premier League promotion. Manchester United are primed to invest in a left-back…
[ad_1] Canadian teenaged basketball stars R.J. Barrett and Andrew Nembhard have been almost inseparable over the course of their promising basketball careers. They played together in grade school, rose up the ranks of the Canadian national program, attended basketball camps in the U.S., and put together a perfect 35-0 record at Florida’s Monteverde Academy in their final high-school season en…
[ad_1] Wenger has a contract until 2019 but announced on Friday that he would be leaving Arsenal a year early. When asked why he was departing now, he said: “The timing was not really my decision. For the rest, I have spoken about it already.” The Frenchman was then asked for his thoughts about Arsenal…
[ad_1] What we have left in the West are four franchises seeking their first Stanley Cup championship in the Presidents’ Trophy-winning Nashville Predators, Winnipeg Jets, San Jose Sharks and the expansion Vegas Golden Knights. This is only the third time that the final four teams in a conference were chasing their first NHL championship. The other times…
[ad_1] Paul Pogba was one of several first-team stars spotted arriving for training at Carrington on Wednesday morning ahead of their meeting with Arsenal. Jose Mourinho’s side are back in Premier League action this Sunday after successfully booking their spot in the FA Cup final after a 2-1 win over Tottenham last time out. Pogba…
[ad_1] Ginobili’s San Antonio Spurs team exited the NBA playoffs after they were beaten 99-91 last night by Kerr’s Warriors to complete a 4-1 first-round series defeat. Ginobili will turn 41 at the start of next season and is understood to be considering retirement. The Argentine has had a memorable career with four NBA championships…
[ad_1] REAL MADRID NEWS LIVE: Latest gossip and build-up to Bayern Munich clash Wednesday, April 25 – Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid kick off 7.45pm Ronaldo message to Rashford 12:10: Cristiano Ronaldo has sent Marcus Rashford a signed shirt. Manchester United youngster Rashford showed a picture of Ronaldo, holding a Real Madrid No 7 shirt,…
[ad_1] Salah propelled Liverpool to the cusp of the Champions League final with a brace in a 5-2 thumping of Roma last night. His Anfield masterclass means the Egypt international has now hit 43 goals across all competitions – more than Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar. Real Madrid are interested in prising Salah away…
[ad_1] Manchester United signed Zaha from Crystal Palace in January 2013 with the forward moving to Old Trafford as Sir Alex Ferguson’s final signing. However, the Ivory Coast international failed to hit the heights many expected with Moyes and Van Gaal both giving him precious few opportunities. Zaha toiled at Manchester United but has managed to…
[ad_1] Kane has been in stunning form again this season and Real Madrid are monitoring his situation at Tottenham. Kane, Premier League golden boot winner for the last two seasons, has 37 goals for the season despite missing a month with an injury. He will spearhead England’s hopes at this summer’s World Cup and he…
[ad_1] Liverpool bought Salah for around £34million before the start of the season, with bonuses and add-ons promised. Roma had been reluctant to sell but eventually agreed to the deal. That decision came back to haunt them last night as the Egyptian starred in Liverpool’s 5-2 Champions League semi-final first-leg thrashing of the Rome club.…
[ad_1] Federer will return to the top of the ATP world rankings next week unless Nadal wins in Barcelona. The Swiss is the all-time record holder for time spent at No 1, having ruled the world for nearly six years in total over his career. Nadal meanwhile has only spent 171 weeks at the top,…
[ad_1] Vieira is being strongly linked with the manager’s job at Arsenal after Arsene Wenger announced he would be stepping down from his position. Luis Enrique is understood to be the front-runner for Wenger’s position but the hiring of a club legend like Vieira could galvanise the fans. And the Frenchman, who made 371 appearances…
[ad_1] Mohamed Salah inspired Liverpool to an emphatic 5-2 victory in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final clash at Anfield last night. The Egypt international scored twice in 10 minutes to put Liverpool into a 2-0 lead in the first-half. Salah’s first strike came when he curled a stunning shot into the top…
[ad_1] Liverpool are cruising through to the Champions League final after Salah inspired a 5-2 win over Roma last night. The Egypt international now has a stunning 43 goals for the campaign following his arrival from the Serie A giants back in the summer. Liverpool face a fight to keep Salah out of the clutches…
[ad_1] Liverpool seized the advantage in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final with a 5-2 victory over Roma at Anfield. Mohamed Salah was on target twice and also provided two assists as the Reds ran riot, with Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane also scoring. Salah is the main focus of the back pages…
[ad_1] Liverpool sold Coutinho to Barcelona for a huge £142million back in January, with the player paying £10m out of his own pocket to get the deal done. However, the Reds are coping without the Brazil international with Mohamed Salah daring fans to dream of Champions League glory. Salah bagged a brace and provided two…
[ad_1] Transfer news LIVE updates: Follow the latest news and gossip Tottenham playing hardball 08.30: Tottenham want £40m AND Luke Shaw for Danny Rose this summer, according to reports. Rose is on Manchester United’s radar as Jose Mourinho looks to bolster his defence. A new left-back is one of his priority signings and Rose has…
[ad_1] Oxlade-Chamberlain suffered the blow during a duel with Aleksandar Kolarov in the first half of Liverpool’s 5-2 win over Roma last night. The England midfielder was stretchered off by the medical team after several minutes of treatment on the pitch. And amid the delight over the win, Klopp’s thoughts were with the 24-year-old as…
[ad_1] Manchester United are tipped to offload Martial at the end of the season. The France international has struggled for game time since the January arrival of Alexis Sanchez. And with manager Jose Mourinho expected to dip into the transfer market again this summer, Martial looks like the one destined to be sacrificed. A move…
[ad_1] GETTY Conor McGregor, former UFC lightweight champion Over the last few months, the former UFC lightweight champion has found himself making headlines for all the wrong reasons Earlier this month, McGregor landed himself in a world of trouble by throwing a dolley through the window of a bus carrying his fellow fighters at the…
[ad_1] Real travel to Munich tonight for the first leg of their Champions League semi-final (7.45pm). Los Blancos have won Europe’s premier cup competition for the past two seasons, while Bayern last tasted success in 2013. Bookies have Real Madrid as favourites going into the two legs, with Cristiano Ronaldo in sparkling form. The Portuguese…
[ad_1] That is the view of former Chelsea striker-turned-pundit Tony Cascarino. Salah produced a mesmerising display as he scored a double and set up two in Liverpool’s 5-2 win in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final tie against Roma last night at Anfield. The Egyptian winger, who was crowned PFA Player of the…
[ad_1] Liverpool ran out 5-2 winners against Roma in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final tie last night. Salah and Firmino both grabbed a double, and while the Reds suffered a mini wobble at the end at Anfield, they remain favourites to reach the final in Kiev next month. Salah was irrepressible once…
[ad_1] That is the damning verdict of Sky Sports pundit Gordon Strachan. After almost 22 years at the helm, Arsene Wenger announced last Friday that he will be stepping down as Arsenal boss at the end of the season despite having a year left to run on his contract. A number of candidates have been…
[ad_1] Harry Kane has seen his price drop ahead of the final few weeks of Fantasy Premier League action – but will you pick him up for the home stretch? The Tottenham superstar has lacked goals in recent weeks and fallen out of the frame to claim the Premier League Golden Boot with Mohamed Salah…
[ad_1] Winnipeg’s Jason Gunnlaugson toppled Calgary’s Kevin Koe 6-3 on Tuesday to open the Champions Cup, the seventh and final event on the Grand Slam of Curling tour, in Calgary. The two teams were tied 3-3 through four ends, but Gunnlaughson scored two in the fifth and added a single in the sixth to put…
[ad_1] The Swedish striker showed his extreme athleticism for LA Galaxy in their recent game against Atlanta United. The 36-year-old stretched his leg high into the air to hook a through-ball forward. Paul Pogba hit back at his former Old Trafford team mate with a video of himself on Instagram performing a high kick on…
[ad_1] Manager Wenger is departing this summer following almost 22 years at the helm. Vieira has been talked about as a potential replacement for Wenger, having spent nine years at the club in his playing days. Now the 41-year-old is managing New York City but he answered with a firm “no” when asked if he…
[ad_1] Jose Mourinho is set to be heavily bankrolled again by Manchester United in the summer to close the gap on Premier League champions Manchester City next season. Besides the need to strengthen midfield with Michael Carrick retiring, Mourinho has identified left-back as an area he wants greater quality. With Luke Shaw and Daley Blind…
[ad_1] Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons shined again in front of rapper Meek Mill, and the dominant duo ushered the nightmares-into-dreams Process of the Philadelphia 76ers into the second round with a 104-91 win over the Miami Heat on Tuesday night. The 76ers, winners of 10 games just two seasons ago, are in the second…
[ad_1] Curtis Granderson hit a solo shot off Craig Kimbrel in the 10th inning to give the Toronto Blue Jays a 4-3 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night at Rogers Centre. Granderson belted a 2-0 pitch for a no-doubt shot to deep right field. It was his third homer of the season…
[ad_1] James hits free agency this summer and it is no secret that the underperforming and inconsistent Cavs could see their best player walk away from his home town for the second time in his career. Speaking on this week’s edition of The Lowe Post podcast, Cavs insider Brian Windhorst said the team’s shoddy performance…
[ad_1] The Warriors missed the chance to sweep San Antonio at the weekend after the Spurs secured an emotional victory in Game 4. Gregg Popovich wasn’t present having been given time to grieve after his wife passed away last week and Manu Ginobili rolled back the clock with a breathtaking performance off the bench. But…
[ad_1] The Reds got off to the perfect start when Salah netted twice in the first half to send them on their way. Sadio Mane grabbed the third before Roberto Firmino scored twice to seemingly put Liverpool out of sight. But after going five goals to the good, Klopp’s men conceded two late goals. Edin…
[ad_1] Thunder have it all to do as they trail 3-1 going into Game 5 of the series. Westbrook added to Thunder’s woes when he got himself in foul trouble after an ugly confrontation with Jazz centre Rudy Gobert. The incident took place with just under eight minutes of the game remaining. For his part…
[ad_1] GETTY Mohamed Salah scored twice as Liverpool beat Roma 5-2 But they will also pack irresistible momentum after scarcely credible five-goal blitz inspired by the talismanic Mo Salah put them in the box seat for a trip to their first final since 2007. There have been some exhilarating nights here at Anfield down the…
[ad_1] Hearn described the move as a “disadvantage” for Brook, who has recently moved up to the light-middleweight 154lb division after struggling for years to make the welterweight limit. But stablemate Billy Joe Saunders, who has been training alongside Brook in recent months at Dominic Ingle’s Wincobank Gym suggested not even the weight would cure…
[ad_1] Oxlade-Chamberlain was stretchered off the pitch after just 18 minutes of the first leg of Liverpool’s Champions League semi-final tie against Roma at Anfield. The England international appeared to jar his knee after a collision with Aleksandar Kolarov and he was replaced by Georginio Wijnaldum. Despite the early blow, Liverpool were rampant for nearly…
[ad_1] The Spaniard has returned to the top of the world rankings in recent weeks after Roger Federer’s shock slip up in Miami. Nadal himself has been out injured recently. But the 31-year-old proved he is back to his best by winning the Monte Carlo Masters on Sunday. Djokovic, meanwhile, has struggled since his return…
[ad_1] That’s the view of pundit Robbie Savage. Liverpool were in cruise control when they went 5-0 up after 68 minutes in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final tie against the Serie A giants. Salah, who was crowned PFA Player of the Year on Sunday, took his tally to 43 goals in all…
[ad_1] Mohamed Salah produced two world-class finishes and set up goals for Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino to lead Liverpool to a 5-2 win over former club Roma on Tuesday, leaving the English team in sight of the Champions League final. Salah’s display was as exquisite as Roma’s defending was naive, with Liverpool scoring all…
[ad_1] Liverpool ran out 5-2 winners in the Champions League semi-final first-leg clash at Anfield. However, it could have been so much better for Jurgen Klopp’s side. Liverpool conceded two goals inside the last 10 minutes to give Roma a glimmer of hope going into the second leg in Rome next Wednesday. Edin Dzeko scored…
[ad_1] Liverpool took a 5-0 lead at Anfield before two late Roma goals, giving the Serie A side a chance in the Italian capital next week. But Roma have experience of coming back from three goals down in this year’s Champions League. They progressed to the last four having battled back from 4-1 down against…
[ad_1] Liverpool were leading by two goals at the half-time break thanks to Mohamed Salah’s brace before Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino (2) got in on the act. However, Roma have a slither of hope ahead of the second leg thanks to Edin Dzeko and Diego Perotti’s late goals. Monchi said: “I still have faith…
[ad_1] Mohamed Salah fired Liverpool into a two-goal lead by the half-time break before Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino got in on the act as fans began to dream of the final. However, Edin Dzeko made the most of slack defending in the 81st minute to pull one back before Diego Perotti fired home a…
[ad_1] Salah scored twice and assisted another two in Liverpool’s 5-2 Champions League semi-final first-leg win over Roma tonight. The Egyptian has now scored 43 goals in all competitions for the Reds, second behind Ian Rush’s all-time record of 47 in a season for the club. Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand put aside his bias…
[ad_1] That can’t be said for the Liverpool fans watching the Champions League semi-final in his native Egypt however. Mohamed Salah gave the Reds the lead on 35 minutes with a stunning strike after picking the ball up on the edge of the box. The Egypt international whipped in a curled effort beyond goalkeeper Alisson…
[ad_1] That is according to BT Sport pundit and legendary Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard. The Reds raced into a 5-0 lead at Anfield in the first-leg clash. Goals from Mohamed Salah, Roberto Firmino (both two) and Sadio Mane put Jurgen Klopp’s side into dreamland. But two goals inside the last 10 minutes from the visitors…
[ad_1] Liverpool went into half time of the Champions League semi-final first-leg clash 2-0 up at Anfield. Salah continued his amazing run of form by scoring his 42nd and 43rd goals in all competitions this season. The Egyptian first curled a stunner past Roma goalkeeper Alisson before chipping the Brazilian when put through on goal…
[ad_1] Liverpool fans had plenty to celebrate at Anfield tonight after a terrific performance against Roma in the Champions League semi-finals. Not only did their team click into top gear and destroy their opponents, but fans were treated to a comical flag display from an embarrassed linesman. The assistant’s flag came loose from its handle,…
[ad_1] You certainly could have forgiven the Toronto Maple Leafs if they didn’t really feel like playing a hockey game Monday night. And fans inside the arena were in anything but a festive mood. But the players were on the ice and there wasn’t an empty seat in the house. Really, what else could they do? Toronto…
[ad_1] Footage captured by BBC News sports editor Dan Roan showed ugly scenes in the lead up to kick off. Roan tweeted the video with the caption: “Unpleasant scenes outside Anfield a few mins ago, one L’pool fan injured.” The clip shows one man in a blue coat being set upon by an angry mob…
[ad_1] The Toronto Maple Leafs’ season has come down to one game, and head coach Mike Babcock says they should embrace it. The Leafs defeated the Boston Bruins 3-1 on Monday night to tie their best-of-seven opening round series at three games apiece. The deciding game will be played Wednesday in Boston at 7:30 p.m.…
[ad_1] The Reds play host to the Serie A giants in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final at Anfield this evening. But it seems scenes on the streets of Merseyside have soured with reports of Liverpool fans being attacked by the visitors. And as home fans welcomed the team buses to the stadium,…
[ad_1] Raptors president Masai Ujiri made a plea for Torontonians to “come together and support one another” in the wake of the horrific van attack that killed 10 and left 15 injured. Ujiri addressed the media after practice Tuesday, offering his condolences, urging people not to be afraid and asking them “to believe in our…
[ad_1] That is the opinion of BT Sport pundit and former Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard. Liverpool overcame Premier League champions Manchester City in the Champions League quarter-final. The tie was all but over after the first leg on Merseyside, with the Reds running out 3-0 winners. Lampard believes a repeat of that Anfield performance could…
[ad_1] The Pittsburgh Penguins began preparations Tuesday for their third consecutive second-round playoff series against Washington with two key forwards not on the ice. Penguins head coach Mike Sullivan was already minus centre Evgeni Malkin for Sunday’s Game 6 against Philadelphia when his linemate, Carl Hagelin, went down after taking a hit from Flyers captain…
[ad_1] Salah faces former club Roma for the first time since moving to Liverpool for around £37million last summer but is unlikely to receive a warm welcome from his pals. “He’s a great player and a good friend, we often speak on the phone,” Manolas told UEFA.com. “I congratulate him for what he’s done this…
[ad_1] Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool are preparing to take on Roma in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final clash this evening. Liverpool dispatched United’s rivals Manchester City in the quarter-finals 5-1 on aggregate. FOLLOW LIVERPOOL vs ROMA LIVE! That included the Reds scoring three goals in 19 minutes in the first leg to put…
[ad_1] Liverpool and Roma go head-to-head in tonight’s Champions League semi-final first leg at Anfield. The Merseyside club are fighting to reach their first Champions League final since 2007. Mohamed Salah, who was crowned PFA Player of the Year on Sunday, has scored 41 goals in all competitions since arriving from Roma and is looking…
[ad_1] We could all use a diversion right now, so let’s talk about the extraordinary Wednesday on tap for Toronto sports fans. It’s hard to imagine a bigger night for any sports town. The marquee attraction is Game 7 of the suddenly thrilling Leafs-Bruins series, but there’s also a pivotal Raptors playoff contest and the deciding leg of Toronto FC’s Champions…
[ad_1] Wenger will leave Arsenal in the summer after almost 22 years in north London. But could he be replaced by one of the greatest players he had during his time at the club? Vieira is the current manager of Major League Soccer side New York City, so has some experience. Henry is the assistant…
[ad_1] Reports in Spain earlier this month suggested that Liverpool have promised Salah they will listen to offers if he guides them to Champions League glory. According to Don Balon, Real Madrid have caught wind of the pact from the Egypt international’s camp but that is not putting club president Florentino Perez off his pursuit.…
[ad_1] That is the verdict of ex-Newcastle goalkeeper turned Sky Sports pundit Shay Given. Arteta is reportedly the preferred choice of Arsenal chief executive Ivan Gazidis to take over from Arsene Wenger, who will leave in the summer. Arteta spent five years at Arsenal between 2011 and 2016, with two of them as club captain.…
[ad_1] That is the opinion of Sky Sports pundit and former Premier League goalkeeper Shay Given. Salah has had a dream debut campaign for Liverpool since joining from Roma last summer. The Egyptian has scored 41 goals in all competitions for the Reds, with 31 of those coming in the Premier League. His form has…
[ad_1] Wenger will leave Arsenal in the summer after almost 22 years at the club. And the Gunners are not leaving it long before they find the Frenchman’s successor. Sky Sports claim talks will begin with a number of potential replacements in the next few days. “Arsenal are not wasting any time in their search…
[ad_1] In a little over a month’s time, South Carolina native Thompson will lock horns with Till in the main event of UFC Fight Night 130, which takes place at The Echo Arena in Liverpool. Liverpool native Till enters the bout fresh off his first-round demolition job of Donald Cerrone, the biggest win of his…
[ad_1] Alisson has been linked with a move to Liverpool in recent months. The Brazilian has shone between the sticks for Roma this season since becoming No 1. The 25-year-old even keeps Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson out of the Brazil side. Former Premier League star Shay Given is a huge fan of Alisson and expects…
[ad_1] Canada coach Bev Priestman was preparing her team for a game Sunday against Costa Rica when CONCACAF pulled the plug on its 2018 Women’s Under-17 Championship following violence in Managua, Nicaragua. The Canadians had blanked Bermuda 3-0 Friday in their first game of the tournament. “It happened so quickly,” Priestman said late Monday from…
[ad_1] That is according to De Gea’s team-mate Ander Herrera. De Gea has enjoyed another impressive season for Manchester United with 17 clean sheets in 34 games and catalogue of stunning saves. On Sunday, he was named in the PFA team of the year for the fifth time. The 27-year-old, who has an FA Cup…
[ad_1] That’s according to executive director Toto Wolff, who says F1’s unpredictability is “exciting” going into this weekend’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Mercedes travel to Baku having failed to pick up a race win so far this term, with rival drivers Sebastian Vettel and Daniel Ricciardo coming out on top to date. Lewis Hamilton and Valtteri…
[ad_1] The 23-year-old has been linked with a move away from Arsenal after an indifferent season at right-back. Manchester United are understood to be monitoring his situation while Barcelona, who he left in 2011 to join Arsenal’s academy, remain in the market. Bellerin currently wears the number 24 shirt with the number two unoccupied since…
[ad_1] John Moonlight, a mainstay of Canadian rugby since 2009, has retired from the sport. The physically imposing forward served as captain of the sevens team, helping guide Canada to gold medals at the 2011 and 2015 Pan American Games as well as the country’s first win on the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series last year…
[ad_1] Leeds United have not been far off controversy over the past two decades and the club appear to have made another bold decision today. They have confirmed they will play two friendly matches in Myanmar on May 9 and May 11 – just days after their Championship season ends. But the news has been…
[ad_1] Bryan Habana will always be remembered for his blistering pace. The former wing, who played much of his career in South Africa before moving to Toulon in 2013, will hang up his boots at the end of the season. Habana, 34, is credited as one of the best rugby players South Africa has ever…
[ad_1] United have produced mixed form during the 2017/18 campaign and the FA Cup is their only hope of securing silverware. But they’ve beaten Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City and Tottenham since February to show signs of serious progress ahead of next season. Jose Mourinho has now been praised by De Gea for his role in…
[ad_1] Nadal began the year as world No 1 but lost the title after Roger Federer won the Australian Open and Rotterdam Open to become the oldest man to reach the summit. But after losing early in Miami, Federer slipped back to second in the rankings with Nadal again taking top spot. Heading into the…
[ad_1] Arsenal have sounded out Enrique as they hunt a replacement for Wenger, who will leave after 22 years in charge. The Frenchman is stepping down at the Emirates after a season that has seen the Gunners flounder in the Premier League. Enrique has been out of work since leaving Barcelona, and Arsenal chiefs are…
[ad_1] The Indians will be looking to lift themselves away from the bottom of the table after a disappointing start to the season. They find themselves second bottom with just one win from five games. The Sunrisers meanwhile are fourth with three wins from five. IPL 2018 TV channel Sky Sports announced in January that…
[ad_1] Neymar looks set to leave PSG this summer with the Brazil international regretting his decision to quit Barcelona back in the summer. The 25-year-old quit the club to escape Messi’s shadow and, with Barca unlikely to bring him back, Real Madrid and Manchester United have emerged as suitors. Spanish outlet Don Balon say Neymar…
[ad_1] The World Snooker Championship is back at the Crucible with Ronnie O’Sullivan eyeing the title. O’Sullivan navigated his way into the second round after a nervy clash with Stephen Maguire. The five-time world champion faces stiff competition to win in Sheffield, with John Higgins and Ding Junhui going strong. Mark Selby is already out,…
[ad_1] The 33-year-old has enjoyed a glittering club and international career with eight La Liga titles, four Champions League wins, a World Cup and two European Championships. And speaking after Saturday’s 5-0 Copa del Rey final win over Sevilla, Iniesta revealed he would make an announcement on his future imminently. He said: I will say…
[ad_1] Nadal, 31, will play at the Barcelona Open this week – an ATP Tour event worth 500 points. It’s one of 13 ATP 500 tournaments on the circuit with the Rotterdam Open, Queen’s and the Halle Open all ranked at the same level of importance. Nadal is clearly relishing the prospect of playing in…
[ad_1] Mohamed Salah and his Liverpool team-mates arrived at the club’s training ground this morning to undergo final preparations ahead of the Reds’ Champions League clash with Roma. The Egyptian winger looked in good spirits during training yesterday after scooping the PFA Player of the Year award at the weekend, and the 25-year-old still had…
[ad_1] That’s according to team principal Christian Horner, who says Carlos Sainz is the “most obvious” option to replace the Aussie driver. Ricciardo is under contract at Red Bull until the end of the current F1 campaign and has been offered a new deal. He’s making the Milton Keynes-based team sweat on his decision though…
[ad_1] Roma arrived in Liverpool on Monday ahead of the semi-final this evening. And after a look around the stadium where they will take on Jurgen Klopp’s side, the Italian side were then taken to the Hillsborough memorial. Roma players joined Liverpool club chaplain Bill Bygroves where he explained what happened to the 96 supporters…
[ad_1] Mohamed Salah has enjoyed a stellar season since arriving at Liverpool in the summer, scoring 41 goals across all competitions. The Egyptian’s performances have earned him the PFA Player of the Year award, while the 25-year-old currently leads the race for the Premier League Golden Boot. However, Salah is not the best performing player…
[ad_1] Arsenal sold Adebayor to Manchester City nine years ago after the Togo international had burned his bridges in north London. However, speaking to journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, Adebayor has now revealed he nearly joined AC Milan the previous year. “Milan, I was close in 2008. I would have liked to play with legends like…
[ad_1] Hartley has been suffering from the after effects of concussion ever since England’s final Six Nations clash with Ireland. As Express Sport exclusively revealed earlier this month, the England captain will not be on the summer tour of South Africa. The decision has been made to leave the hooker at home. But Hartley, 32,…
[ad_1] Barcelona are bracing themselves for bids for Ter Stegen with Manchester United and Bayern Munich both emerging as potential suitors. The Germany international has been in fine form this season, helping the La Liga giants to the brink of the league title. However, Spanish outlet Don Balon claim Messi is fearful Barcelona could lose…
[ad_1] Verstappen has had a tough beginning to the year with incidents in each of the first three races. In the last race in China, Verstappen hit Sebastian Vettel as he attempted an overtake and was handed a ten second time penalty, costing him a place on the podium. And the Dutchman has received criticism…
[ad_1] Norris is regarded as one of the brightest rising talents in the world of motorsport and is part of the McLaren young driver programme. He’s made a promising a promising start to his F2 title challenge, which will bolster his claims to securing a seat on next year’s F1 grid. Success at that level…
[ad_1] Ancelotti has been mooted as a viable option for Arsenal as the club seek a successor to long-term servant Wenger. Wenger confirmed he will leave the club at the end of the season and the search for a new boss has already begun. But it appears as though the Italian is not interested in…
[ad_1] Liverpool star Salah is on Real Madrid’s agenda as they target the La Liga and Champions League titles next term. Reports have previously claimed Manchester United are also keen to secure his signature with Jose Mourinho full of admiration for the player he sold at Chelsea in 2016. And Spanish outlet Diario Gol have…
[ad_1] After emerging at Swiss side FC Basel, Salah moved to Chelsea for £11million in January 2014 aged 21. The Egyptian scored two goals in 11 games but the following season he played in just three league games before joining Fiorentina in February 2015. Salah rediscovered his form at Fiorentina and then moved to Roma,…
[ad_1] Liverpool host Roma at Anfield tonight in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final. Jurgen Klopp’s side are desperate to secure their place in the Champions League final for the first time since 2007 where they lost to AC Milan. However, while Henderson knows Liverpool can take inspiration from the title-winning side of…
[ad_1] Real Madrid face Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Wednesday night aiming to secure a first-leg lead. Los Blancos travel to the Allianz Arena fuelled with hope given Ronaldo’s stunning resurgence in 2018. The 33-year-old has bagged a huge 28 goals from 19 games so far this year. Bale, meanwhile, has toiled for…
[ad_1] Rousey made her WWE debut at WrestleMania as she teamed up with Kurt Angle to beat Triple H and Stephanie McMahon. And she’s been helping out her new friends in the promotion by getting involved on RAW. Rousey stormed the ring last night to help Natalya from being attacked by Mickie James. Natalya sustained…
[ad_1] That’s the verdict of Sky Sports pundit Charlie Nicholas, who’s questioned Arsene Wenger’s decision not to start Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang ahead of the Frenchman against West Ham last weekend. Lacazette joined Arsenal last July in a then-club-record deal worth an initial £46.5m, with a further £6.1m potentially due in add-ons. But that move only came…
[ad_1] That’s the verdict of Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville, despite his belief that Jurgen Klopp’s side will be knocked out of the competition over two legs. Liverpool welcome Roma to Anfield tonight off the back of a seven-match unbeaten run which stretches back to last month’s defeat to Manchester United. And they’ll be eager…
[ad_1] Salah joined Liverpool last summer from Roma in a deal worth around £34.3million. And the Egyptian has enjoyed a season to remember with 31 goals in 33 Premier League games. In all competitions, Salah has netted 41 times including goals in both legs of Liverpool’s 5-1 aggregate win over Man City in the Champions…
[ad_1] That is the sensational claim coming out of Italy today, which reports Ricciardo wants a £36million, two-year contract at whichever team he ends up at next season. The Australian is currently in talks with Red Bull over extending his stay at the UK-based team. But Ricciardo will not hang around for long if team…
[ad_1] Liverpool star Salah will spearhead the Reds’ attack against Roma in the Champions League this evening. The Egypt forward goes into the match fresh from winning the prestigious PFA Player of the Year award. Liverpool’s hitman has bagged a huge 41 goals so far this season and goes up against a Roma side who…
[ad_1] Jorginho has enjoyed an impressive season for the Serie A title chasing Napoli. And his displays have alerted Manchester City and Manchester United, who are both keen to strengthen their midfield in the summer. With Fernandinho turning 33, City are keen to sign competition for the Brazilian while at United, Michael Carrick is retiring…
[ad_1] The Liverpool manager claimed leaving the European Union could cause economic problems and insisted the Brussels club was still the “best idea”. Klopp pointed out that he was not the “right person” to speak about Britain’s decision to leave the EU but was clear that Brexit was not the right path for the UK.…
[ad_1] That’s the verdict of former Manchester United star Gary Neville, who’s been forced to explain why the Gunners should target the Atletico Madrid boss. Arsenal are currently considering their managerial options after Wenger announced he will end his nigh-on 22-year tenure in the summer. And a whole host of big names have been tipped…
[ad_1] That’s the view of Sky Sports pundit, and Reds legend, Phil Thompson. Liverpool host Roma in the first leg of the semi-finals tonight (7.45pm) having dispatched Manchester City in the last eight. Roma saw off Barcelona on away goals, netting four times against the Catalan giants across the two legs. And Thompson knows being…
[ad_1] That’s according to the Serie A giants’ chairman James Pallotta, who insists he is intent on keeping hold of the Brazilian. Alisson has forged a reputation as one of the top goalkeepers in Europe while playing for Roma over the past couple of seasons. And he’s been heavily linked with a move away from…
[ad_1] Transfer news live updates: Follow the latest transfer gossip Salah urged to quit Liverpool 07.55: Mido has urged Mohamed Salah to immeditately quit Liverpool for Real Madrid or Barcelona. Salah has been a revelation for the Reds this season with 31 Premier League goals and has been linked with the Spanish giants. And Mida…
[ad_1] That’s the suggestion of former pro-turned-Sky Sports pundit Henri Leconte. Nadal claimed an 11th Monte Carlo Masters title at the weekend by beating Kei Nishikori in Monaco. And that sets the 31-year-old up for another strong clay-court season, as he looks to continue his dominance at another clay tournament – the Barcelona Open –…
[ad_1] Manchester City stars dominate the list of top 15 in-form Fantasy Premier League players right now, coming off the back of their thumping 5-0 win over Swansea City. The Premier League champions are showing no signs of slowing down despite the title being already wrapped up, and FPL bosses should look to exploit their…
[ad_1] Manchester United’s blockbuster duo Pogba and Sanchez has failed to hit the heights many expect at Old Trafford. Express Sport understands Pogba’s future is far from certain with the France international repeatedly clashing with Mourinho this season. Sanchez, meanwhile, has bagged just three goals since his January move from Arsenal. And Spanish outlet Don…
[ad_1] Bale appears likely to leave Real Madrid in the summer with his time at the Bernabeu marked by injuries. Although he has scored 14 goals in 33 appearances, the Welshman looks set to be one of a number of faces that Zinedine Zidane looks set to dispense with. Manchester United have been long-standing admirers…
[ad_1] That’s according to Reds captain Jordan Henderson who is set to lead his side out at Anfield tonight (7.45pm). Liverpool are in the last four of the competition having knocked out Manchester City in the quarter-finals. Roma battled back from three goals down to dispatch Barcelona in the last round. And it’s because of…
[ad_1] That’s the word from Diario Gol, who state that Los Blancos captain Sergio Ramos has declared Benzema must not start in their crunch Champions League semi-final first leg in Germany. Benzema has scored just once in his last 10 matches in all competitions and has scored just nine goals in 39 appearances this season…
[ad_1] Those are the thoughts of Sky Sports pundit Charlie Nicholas. After securing back-to-back Champions League titles, Real Madrid are widely fancied to lift Europe’s most prestigious competition for the third successive year. With Ronaldo in mesmerising form, Los Blancos will take some stopping. The Portuguese superstar has a good record against Bayern, having scored…
[ad_1] The Egyptian was crowned the PFA Player of the Year on Sunday after receiving a massive 82 per cent of the vote to see off Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne. Salah, in just his first season at Liverpool, has hit 41 goals in all competitions including a joint-club-record 31 in the Premier League. The…
[ad_1] That’s the opinion of NBA analyst and former Utah Jazz and Phoenix Suns guard Raja Bell. LeBron played 46 minutes of the Cavs’ Game 4 win over the Indiana Pacers in their playoffs first-round series, posting 32 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists. But Bell believes the three-time champion is being let down by…
[ad_1] Roma travel to Liverpool for the first leg of their Champions League semi-final later today (7.45pm). The Serie A giants face the daunting challenge of trying to keep the Reds’ front three quiet and they will run into Salah again, who they sold to the Anfield outfit for £37million last season. Salah has been…
[ad_1] The PSG full-back left Barcelona for Juventus in 2016 and moved to the French capital last summer. However he has now stated that he would return back to Spain tomorrow if contacted. Alves won 23 titles with Barcelona, including three Champions Leagues. He has won league titles at both Juventus and PSG, but success…
[ad_1] That’s according to BBC Sport pundit and former Reds defender Stephen Warnock. There were fears that Liverpool’s season could fall apart at the seams when Brazilian playmaker Coutinho left Anfield to join Barcelona for £142million in January. But Jurgen Klopp’s side have instead gone up a gear since then, inspired by their electric front three of…
[ad_1] Liverpool host Roma tonight (7.45pm) in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final. Roma staged one of the competition’s greatest comebacks in the quarter-finals when they overturned a 4-1 deficit against Barcelona to progress to the last four on away goals. Liverpool on the other hand had little trouble against Manchester City, with…
[ad_1] Stones has dropped down the defensive pecking order at Manchester City. The arrival of Aymeric Laporte in January means Stones is now Pep Guardiola’s fourth choice in central defence. And The Sun report the Spaniard is willing to let Stones depart this summer, though he would rather the former Everton man stay. Stones is…
[ad_1] That’s the view of Bayern defender Jerome Boateng, who believes the key to stopping Ronaldo is to close down his space. Cristiano Ronaldo has 15 Champions League goals this season and has scored in each of Real Madrid’s ten games in the competition. Madrid travel to Munich tomorrow night for the first leg of…
[ad_1] Boston Bruins head coach Bruce Cassidy isn’t sweating a Game 7 against the Toronto Maple Leafs, even if the pressure to not blow a 3-1 series lead lingers. He’s confident because his best players have been there before. “It’s Game 7, Bruins won the Cup in 2011 and went through it three times,” said…
[ad_1] That’s the view of Giroud’s team mate Eden Hazard who helped the Frenchman bag the opener as Chelsea beat Southampton in the semi-final on Sunday. It was Giroud’s third goal in three matches with the forward bagging two, again against the Saints, in the Premier League eight days previously. Giroud is unbeaten at Wembley…
[ad_1] That’s according to ESPN pundit Stephen A. Smith. The Cavs routed the Pacers 4-0 at the same stage of the post-season last year but are tied 2-2 this time around. James has managed 130 points across their four meetings with Indiana this year having notched a triple-double in Game 1 and reached double figures…
[ad_1] Following the announcement on Friday that Arsene Wenger would be leaving Arsenal after 22 years in charge at the end of the season, work has begun to find his successor. A handful of candidates are in the frame including former Gunners midfielder Mikel Arteta, Juventus boss Massimiliano Allegri and Monaco coach Leonardo Jardim. But…
[ad_1] Where would the Toronto Maple Leafs be without Mitch Marner and goalie Fredrik Andersen? The talented Marner bailed out his teammates with a quick-release, game-winning backhand goal with six minutes and 35 seconds remaining in the second period to push the Maple Leafs to a 3-1 victory at home against the Boston Bruins on Monday. Andersen was once again terrific in goal…
[ad_1] That is the verdict of Daily Telegraph tennis journalist Simon Briggs. Nadal, who clinched the Monte Carlo Masters title for an 11th time on Sunday, is eyeing another triumph at Roland Garros – a venue where he has had unparalleled success. The 16-time Grand Slam champion is the undisputed king of the red dirt…
[ad_1] Alex Ovechkin scored twice and Braden Holtby had 35 saves as the Washington Capitals advanced to the Eastern Conference semifinals with a 6-3 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets in Game 6 on Monday night. The Capitals will next face Pittsburgh in the second round of the playoffs for a third straight year. The…
[ad_1] Joe Rogan makes Conor McGregor claim UFC commentator Joe Rogan reckons Conor McGregor’s actions outside of the cage, including his antics at the UFC 223 media day, could tarnish his legacy. “The thing that really gets me is that Conor is an exceptional world championship fighter and all this other stuff, the b******t is…
[ad_1] Frederik Andersen made 32 saves as the Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Boston Bruins 3-1 to tie their first-round playoff series 3-3 on Monday night. William Nylander, Mitch Marner and Tomas Plekanec, into an empty net, scored for the Leafs, who trailed the Eastern Conference quarterfinal 3-1 before winning two straight to force Game…
[ad_1] That’s the view of ESPN NFL analyst Bill Polian, who believes the Patriots coaches need to give Brady as much leeway as possible. Brady would be 41 when the new season began and reports suggest he is considering retiring. WHO DO NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS FACE THIS SEASON? FULL SCHEDULE REVEALED That’s despite stating he…
[ad_1] Walcott kept his feet in a crowded penalty area to score with his side’s only shot on target of the night, and perhaps give Allardyce something to smile about in the fans who have repeatedly called for him to go. His five months at Goodison Park have been little fun, and his long-term position…
[ad_1] The Bulgarian only last faced world No 1 Nadal last week in the Monte Carlo Masters and lost at the semi-final stage. But going into the Barcelona Open, where he could meet Nadal again if both players reach the final, Dimitrov has revealed he relishes the high level of competition. Dimitrov – ranked No…
[ad_1] After preventing Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez from scoring during their remarkable second-leg comeback against Barcelona in the last round, the Italians are claiming they are not losing any sleep over facing their former striker, despite his sensational 41-goal season for Liverpool City will certainly have recurring nightmares over Salah, who scored in all…
[ad_1] GETTY Liverpool beat Roma in Rome in the European Cup final in 1984 Alan Kennedy can still remember the deep, clawing feeling of dread as he walked to the penalty spot to take the kick which secured Liverpool’s fourth European Cup in eight years. He recalled how he had taken a practice penalty in…
[ad_1] Some hitched hope to the 1984 final as a portent while others pointed to the more recent 5-1 win over Manchester City in the last round to fuel belief. Throughout, however, Jurgen Klopp has been consistently looked the other way. For him the inspiration has always been the future and about what his current…
[ad_1] The Cowboys disappointed in 2017 with last season’s Superbowl contenders ending with a 9-7 record and failing to reach the playoffs. The season was marred by the Ezekiel Elliott fiasco with the running back finally handed a suspension towards the end of the season. The Cowboys will hope he comes back fully focused. A…
[ad_1] Roads are closed around the Air Canada Centre and there will be more security inside the arena for Monday’s NHL playoff game between the Maple Leafs and Bruins in response to a deadly incident involving a van and pedestrians in north Toronto. Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment issued a release announcing the additional security…
[ad_1] The morning after the Toronto Raptors’ late-game meltdown against the Washington Wizards, DeMar DeRozan was still taking the blame. DeRozan scored 35 points but was kicking himself for the shots he forced down the stretch, as the Raptors gave up a late eight-point lead in their 106-98 loss to Washington. The Raptors host the…
[ad_1] Tyler Myers knows he’s about to take part in a marquee playoff matchup that will send one very good team home for the summer. The Winnipeg defenceman just hopes it’s not his Jets. Winnipeg takes on the Nashville Predators in the NHL’s best-of-seven Western Conference semifinal, a second-round clash that pits the top two…
[ad_1] That is the verdict of Daily Telegraph tennis correspondent Simon Briggs. Nadal lifted his 11th Monte Carlo Masters title on Sunday with an emphatic straight-sets win over Kei Nishikori. The Spaniard is in action this week at the Barcelona Open where he is also aiming to clinch his 11th crown. While the 31-year-old has…
[ad_1] The Reds have been heavily linked with Barcelona goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen in recent months. And the Dutchman is likely to be keen on a move to the Premier League after spending the entire season as Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s understudy. Cillessen has only featured in the Copa del Rey this season but is still being…
[ad_1] Walcott kept his feet in a crowded penalty area to score with his side’s only shot on target of the night, and perhaps give Allardyce something to smile about in the fans who have repeatedly called for him to go. His five months at Goodison Park have been little fun, and his long-term position…
[ad_1] Walcott has paid tribute to Arsene Wenger who will leave Arsenal at the end of the season after almost 22 years at the club. The Englishman played for the Gunners for 12 years from 2006 up until this January, scoring 108 goals. Allardyce brought the 29-year-old to Everton for a fee of around £20million.…
[ad_1] Wilder’s version of the heavyweight title is the last piece of the puzzle on Joshua’s quest to become the first undisputed champion of the division since Lennox Lewis in 1990. After defeating Joseph Parker in Cardiff last month, AJ added the WBO strap to his IBF, WBA and IBO titles, needing just 21 professional…
[ad_1] But the Liverpool manager warned the Italians they do so at their peril with the Egyptian ready to punish them if he gets a sight of goal. Salah has eight Champions League goals and 41 in all competitions since switching Roma for Liverpool last summer. And Klopp is predicting the reunion can bring out…
[ad_1] The Hoops can make it seven titles in a row with a win over the Light Blues at Parkhead this weekend. Rangers may be sitting in second spot but Brown believes the best of the rest have been Hibs – who defeated the Hoops last weekend to put the title champagne temporarily on ice.…
[ad_1] Victory in the Old Firm meeting at Parkhead will see the Hoops clinch their seventh league championship in a row. Amoruso was captain of the Gers side who lifted the title at Celtic Park in 1999 – the last time the flag was won in a Glasgow derby. He said: “It is frustrating for…
[ad_1] Simmons was drafted last season but suffered a serious foot injury during the summer of September 2016 and was promptly shut down for the year to ensure the broken bone healed correctly. The 21-year-old Australian, who was selected as the number one pick by the Sixers in 2016, has been phenomenal this year, averaging…
[ad_1] That is the opinion of ESPN FC pundit and former Liverpool defender Steve Nicol. Salah has had a debut season to remember at Anfield, scoring 41 goals in all competitions. The Egyptian leads the charts in the Premier League as well with 31, five more than Tottenham’s Harry Kane. De Bruyne was instrumental in…
[ad_1] De Bruyne was the favourite with the bookies to land the end-of-season gong for most of the campaign. However, Salah’s stunning debut season at Liverpool, where he has scored 41 goals in all competitions, meant he came away with the trophy. ESPN FC pundit Alejandro Moreno says there should be no arguments that Salah…
[ad_1] The Arsenal boss will step down this summer after nearly 22 years in charge. Wenger announced his decision on Friday and sparked the club into a hunt for his successor. Among them is young German Nagelsmann, 30, of Hoffenheim. But he insists he is focussing on his current job in the Bundesliga. “I don’t…
[ad_1] The Minnesota Wild have split with general manager Chuck Fletcher after nine seasons with only two playoff series wins. Wild owner Craig Leipold met with Fletcher on Monday to tell him the club was not renewing his contract. He then addressed the players. The Wild have six straight post-season appearances, matching the longest-running streak…
[ad_1] The Chelsea boss is expected to leave Stamford Bridge at the end of the season after failing to match the heights of his debut campaign. Conte claimed he was homesick late last year, and has done little to disguise the fact he is finding life tough in London. After a poor start to the…
[ad_1] Only three times in English top-flight history have a team gone unbeaten away from home throughout a season. Amazingly two of those occasions were from Arsene Wenger’s Arsenal in 2001/02 and 2003/04, the latter being the infamous Invincibles campaign, with Preston way back in 1888/89 the only other side to complete the feat. That…
[ad_1] The former Athletic Bilbao boss has enjoyed a near-perfect debut season at the Catalan side. Despite their shock Champions League exit to Roma, Barcelona have already secured the Copa del Rey trophy and still remain unbeaten in La Liga. The Spanish title could be theirs next week if results go their way. But according…
[ad_1] It’s about as good a start as Canada’s Laura Crocker and Kirk Muyres could have imagined: a 12-0 win over Ireland to begin the mixed doubles curling world championship. Since then, the duo hasn’t slowed down. Crocker and Muyres are rolling along in Sweden, sitting atop the Group E standings (tied with South Korea)…
[ad_1] Salah was named the PFA Player of the Year last night after a stunning debut season with Liverpool. The Egypt star has scored 31 in the Premier League and has helped fire Liverpool into the Champions League semi-finals. But has been linked with a quick exit to one of the La Liga giants and…
[ad_1] Phil Jagielka carried the robot onto the pitch at Goodison Park as the teams came out. The virtual mascot sported a sign with the club badge and had ‘I AM TODAYS MASCOT’ written on the front. It was the first use of a virtual mascot in football and had fans asking what was going…
[ad_1] Anelka joined Arsenal at just 17 years of age in February 1997 and was instrumental to their double-winning campaign the following season. He left the club after just two years, joining Real Madrid for £22.3million which many fans believed paid for the Gunners’ new training ground in London Colney. Anelka played for five other…
[ad_1] Andre De Grasse is healthy, fit and ready to race for the first time in nine months, though he cautions fans not to expect an immediate return to his 2016 Olympic form. The Canadian sprint star, forced to withdraw from the world track and field championships last August with a Grade 2 strain of…
[ad_1] Arsene Wenger won the Premier League three times in his first seven seasons in charge of Arsenal. They went the entire season unbeaten in winning the title in 2004. But a move to the Emirates Stadium from Highbury two years later saw a restriction on the money the club could spend on transfer fees…
[ad_1] GETTY Everton vs Newcastle: Premier League latest score, news and updates Everton and Newcastle go head-to-head at Goodison Park. Newcastle’s shock 2-1 win over Arsenal last weekend was their fourth successive Premier League victory and moved the Magpies to 10th in the table on 41 points. Sam Allardyce’s Everton are sitting in ninth place…
[ad_1] The Gunners legend spent nine successful years in north London, captaining the side through some of their best times in recent years. Vieira moved into coaching after calling time on his playing career in 2011. After a spell with Manchester City’s youth setup, the Frenchman took over at New York City. And Vieira is…
[ad_1] The Spaniard will arrive at this week’s Barcelona Open full of confidence after his impressive Monte Carlo Masters win. Nadal has now won 31 Masters events in total, with 11 of his wins coming in Monaco. Another victory later this week will see him equal that record at the Barcelona event. And Nadal admits…
[ad_1] Belgium boss Martinez knows his assistant manager Henry better than most having worked with him for almost two years. With Arsenal announcing Arsene Wenger will leave in the summer, a whole host of names have been linked with the job. Henry has refused to rule himself out of the running despite not having any…
[ad_1] The Bolton man looked as good as ever during his sensationally-brief appearance in the ring, flooring the Canadian inside 30 seconds before ending the fight with ruthless precision less than 10 seconds later. Speaking to FightHype.com, former two-weight world champion Paulie Malignaggi claimed Khan was the fastest man he had ever faced. “He still…
[ad_1] Ronaldo was put out by Real Madrid’s failure to acknowledge him as the best player in the world by failing to open talks over a new deal. And Guillem Balague now says the 33-year-old WILL be given fresh terms. Ronaldo currently earns less than both Lionel Messi and Neymar, and while his new deal…
[ad_1] Bellew outlasted Haye in a gruelling battle at London’s O2 Arena last March, securing an 11th-round stoppage win over his injured rival in one of the biggest shocks of the year. The rematch, which was delayed from its original December date after Haye suffered a freak bicep injury during training, looks set to go…
[ad_1] Everton and Newcastle go head-to-head at Goodison Park. Newcastle’s shock 2-1 win over Arsenal last weekend was their fourth successive Premier League victory and moved the Magpies to 10th in the table on 41 points. Sam Allardyce’s Everton are sitting in ninth place in the table, one point better off than the promoted Toon,…
[ad_1] The Real Madrid star has frequently been linked with a return to Old Trafford since leaving for the Spanish capital in 2009. Ronaldo is reaching the end of his career but is still showing his class each week, with 42 goals to his name this season. United, on the other hand, were severely lacking…
[ad_1] Tuchel was one of the favourites with the bookies immediately after Arsenal announced Arsene Wenger would be leaving last Friday. However, the former Borussia Dortmund manager’s odds have lengthened in the last few days. Tuchel is heavily linked with the Paris Saint-Germain job, with their manager Unai Emery set to leave at the end…
[ad_1] Wenger will leave Arsenal at the end of the season after almost 22 years at the club. Arteta spent five years as a player with the Gunners before retiring in 2016. He has been part of Pep Guardiola’s backroom staff at Manchester City for the last two seasons. And Sky Sports claims Gazidis wants…
[ad_1] Arsenal news LIVE updates: All the latest from the Emirates Monday April 23 Luis Enrique gamble Luis Enrique has been backed off the boards to replace Arsene Wenger as Arsenal manager, according to the bookmakers. Wenger, 68, announced last week that he will stand down at the end of the season following a spell…
[ad_1] Benitez has guided Newcastle to 10th in the Premier League and safety from relegation. Newcastle are already above the 40-point mark with five games to play and are 12 points ahead of third-bottom Southampton. Parlour reckons he would fit the bill at Arsenal with Arsene Wenger stepping down in the summer, but doubts if…
[ad_1] Brook was ringside at the Echo Arena in Liverpool as he watched Khan’s scintillating return to action, flooring the Canadian inside 30 seconds before finishing him off against the ropes less than 10 seconds later. The Sheffield fighter, who has been desperate for a shot at Khan for years, climbed into the ring to…
[ad_1] The duo have been linked with a move to the Spanish capital for a number of years, with Los Blancos famously missing out on the former due to a fax machine error in 2015. De Gea’s stunning form at United has meant talk of a Madrid move has never truly gone away. While Courtois’…
[ad_1] The 1970 French Open doubles champion insists the sport will outlast its two heavyweights. Nadal and Federer retuned to the top of the rankings last season and swept up all four Grand Slams between them. Federer won the first of this season in Australia and Nadal is back on form at the start of…
[ad_1] Allegri is one of the favourites to replace Wenger, who will leave Arsenal in the summer. The Juventus boss has a battle to win his fourth straight Serie A title this season after Sunday’s late 1-0 loss to fellow contenders Napoli. Sky Italy reporter Valentina Fass claims Allegri’s future in Turin will depend on…
[ad_1] The Spaniard proved he is still the king of the clay court with an impressive 6-3, 6-2 victory over Kei Nishikori in Monaco on Sunday. The win topped what was a solid week for Nadal, who did not drop a single set as he eased past Aljaz Bedene, Karen Khachanov, Dominic Thiem and Grigor…
[ad_1] Barcelona transfer news LIVE updates: All the latest from the Nou Camp Monday April 23 Lionel Messi tells Neymar to join Red Devils – claims Lionel Messi has reportedly told Neymar to snub a move to Real Madrid and join Manchester United instead. Neymar, 26, remains close to the Barcelona forward despite quitting the…
[ad_1] That is the opinion of Belgium manager Roberto Martinez. Salah pipped De Bruyne to the end-of-season award on Sunday night. Salah has had a stunning debut campaign at Liverpool, scoring 31 goals in the Premier League and 41 in all competitions. But De Bruyne has been instrumental in Manchester City’s Premier League title win…
[ad_1] Manchester United transfer news LIVE updates: All the latest from Old Trafford Monday April 23 Lionel Messi tells Neymar to join Red Devils – claims Lionel Messi has reportedly told Neymar to snub a move to Real Madrid and join Manchester United instead. Neymar, 26, remains close to the Barcelona forward despite quitting the…
[ad_1] As Canada’s Laura Crocker and Kirk Muyres slide over the ice at the world mixed doubles curling championship this week in Sweden, they’re doing so with Humboldt Broncos patches over their left knees. It’s a small gesture — but one Muyres had to do after the horrific bus crash killing 16 members of the…
[ad_1] Arsene Wenger will leave Arsenal in the summer after almost 22 years in north London. The club announced Wenger’s departure with a statement from the Frenchman on their website last Friday. Henry says his first reaction to hearing the news was wondering who will be the replacement. And he cannot understand why there has…
[ad_1] The Calgary Flames will hold a 1 p.m. ET news conference today where they are expected to hire a new head coach. The team has been linked to former Carolina Hurricanes coach Bill Peters since firing Glen Gulutzan and his staff last week. Peters, a native of Three Hills, Alta., resigned from the Hurricanes last week. CBC Sports will…
[ad_1] Wenger will leave Arsenal in the summer after almost 22 years at the club. Ahead of the Gunners’ 4-1 win over West Ham yesterday, former Manchester United defender Gary Neville said he would be shocked if the club do not know who will be their next manager. “I would expect next week there to…
[ad_1] Stephenson has built a reputation for being the kind of player to try and provoke an opponent and he tried his best to irritate Cleveland yesterday. Indiana went in to Game 4 holding a 2-1 advantage in the series with the Cavaliers struggling. And in another tight game it looked as though the Pacers…
[ad_1] The Gunners manager has decided to call time on his tenure in north London after 22 years at the helm. Wenger will leave Arsenal at the end of the season after guiding the club to three league titles, seven FA Cups and one Champions League final. The Frenchman has endured a large amount of…
[ad_1] Enrique is the favourite with the bookies to replace Arsene Wenger, who will leave Arsenal in the summer. The Spaniard has been out of a job since leaving Barcelona at the end of last season. He won nine major trophies in his three years in charge at the Nou Camp, including the Champions League…
[ad_1] Chelsea booked their place in the FA Cup final against Manchester United by bagging a 2-0 victory over Southampton at Wembley. After a goalless first half, it took just 30 seconds after the re-start for Chelsea to break the deadlock thanks to Olivier Giroud’s brilliant solo goal. The Frenchman recieved the ball from Eden…
[ad_1] Chelsea booked their place in the FA Cup final against Manchester United yesterday by securing a 2-0 win over Southampton at Wembley. Olivier Giroud fired Chelsea in front less than a minute after the break before substitute Alvaro Morata doubled their lead with 10 minutes to go. But during the day as cameras were…
[ad_1] Salah had plenty of doubters when he returned to the Premier League last summer following a previous sorry stint at Chelsea. But he’s cast those aside to forge a reputation as one of the world’s most potent attacking talents this season. Salah has scored 41 times this term and is now six goals short…
[ad_1] Prior to the first leg at Anfield against City, the away side’s bus was targeted with bottles and other missiles. Liverpool quickly condemned the actions and they were charged by UEFA with acts of damage and crowd disturbances. The damage done to City’s bus was so considerable, the Premier League leaders were forced to…
[ad_1] Elneny was forced in the first half of Arsenal’s 4-1 win over West Brom after landing awkwardly following a challenge with Mark Noble. After the match, Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger expressed his concern that the midfielder could be out for an extended period. “Unfortunately it doesn’t look too good,” Wenger said. “He has an X-ray,…
[ad_1] Liverpool star Salah won the PFA Player of the Year award in London last night, pipping Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne to the prize. The Egypt international has taken the Premier League by storm this season, bagging a huge 41 goals to propel the Reds towards a top four finish and Champions League final.…
[ad_1] The Palace today confirmed the Duchess of Cambridge has given birth to a baby son. The news broke at lunch time on Monday and, as expected, caused a frenzy of Twitter. But the birth of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s third child was not the most talked about subject on the social channels…
[ad_1] It’s a difficult time to be a Canadian rugby fan. The women’s sevens team — after years of success that included an Olympic bronze medal in 2016 — has come up short at both the Commonwealth Games and the recent World Series tournament in Kitakyushu, Japan. The men’s sevens squad, on the other hand, is still trying…
[ad_1] United are on course to secure second place in the Premier League and have an FA Cup final against Chelsea to look forward to as well. Mourinho has been tipped to heavily invest in his squad once again though in order to compete with the likes of Manchester City and Europe’s elite. A whole…
[ad_1] That’s the controversial opinion of American sports analyst Chris Broussard, who suggests Simmons is a better all-round point guard than Irving. The Philadelphia 76ers are arguably one of the most exciting teams to watch in this year’s playoffs. Their inexperienced roster have taken a 3-1 lead over the Miami Heat with the likes of…
[ad_1] Former Chelsea flop Salah returned to the Premier League last summer in a deal worth an initial £37m from Roma. And he’s consigned his sorry stint at Stamford Bridge to distant memory by playing a starring role under Klopp this season. Salah’s 41 goals in all competitions have seem his transfer valuation rocket, with…
[ad_1] London Marathon organizers say a 29-year-old man died after collapsing near the end of Sunday’s race in the hottest conditions ever seen for the event. Matt Campbell, a chef from northwest England who was a contestant on a reality TV cooking show last year, collapsed after 36.2 kilometers. Organizers say “although he received immediate…
[ad_1] The Red Devils booked their place in the FA Cup final on Saturday with a 2-1 win over Tottenham at Wembley. Dele Alli had fired Spurs ahead after 11 minutes however, Alexis Sanchez was quick to put Jose Mourinho’s side back on level terms 13 minutes later. And it was Ander Herrera’s thundering second-half…
[ad_1] Ferguson quit Manchester United five years ago with the Red Devils floundering in the time since. David Moyes succeeded him in the Old Trafford hotseat but the Scot was axed just 10 months into a six-year deal. Louis van Gaal has since come and gone and now, with Jose Mourinho at the helm, the…
[ad_1] Garth Crooks has revealed his Team of the Week in his regular column, and Manchester United really caught the BBC Sport pundit’s eye this time around. Jose Mourinho’s side beat Tottenham 2-1 thanks to goals from Alexis Sanchez and Ander Herrera to secure their place in the FA Cup final. Four United players make…
[ad_1] Arsene Wenger kicked off the weekend’s action with the huge news that he will be stepping down as Arsenal manager at the end of the season. Following this, Tottenham and Southampton crashed out of the FA Cup which sets up a final meeting between Chelsea and Manchester United in May. Elsewhere, Manchester City romped…
[ad_1] Mercedes have dominated F1 in the last four years, winning the drivers and constructors championship by a comfortable margin. But they have made a slow start to this season, with Hamilton and Valtteri Bottas failing to win any of the first three races. And Hamilton’s frustration has got the better of him, criticising his…
[ad_1] Liverpool face a fight to keep Salah out of Real Madrid’s clutches with the La Liga side eyeing a deal. The Egypt star is the toast of the Premier League having hit a huge 41 goals across all competitions. A huge 31 of those have come in the top flight, meaning just one more…
[ad_1] Markovic was signed by Liverpool in the summer of 2014 as Brendan Rodgers spent the cash Barcelona had handed over for Luis Suarez. But the winger has failed to live up to the £20m fee that Benfica received for him and he is currently on loan at Anderlecht, following previous stints at Fenerbahce, Sporting…
[ad_1] Navas took over from Real Madrid legend Iker Casillas in 2015 and has won La Liga, two Champions League titles, the UEFA Super Cup twice and the Club World Cup on three occasions. But despite Navas’ accomplishments, Madrid have been consistently linked with replacements for the Costa Rican. President Florentino Perez has been frustrated…
[ad_1] The Serbian has been drawn in the same quarter as Rafael Nadal which could see them go head-to-head in the last eight. Djokovic is in Barcelona for the first time in 12 years, entering as a wildcard after the momentum and confidence gained from his wins in Monte Carlo – which snapped a three-game…
[ad_1] Liverpool are set to rotate starting XI following the disappointing performance against West Broom on Saturday. Jordan Henderson featured in the 2-2 draw and is now available to face Roma, having been suspended for the quarter-final second leg against Manchester City. Meanwhile, Roberto Firmino, Andrew Robertson, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Dejan Lovren and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain are…
[ad_1] Michael Jordan is widely viewed as the leading contender for that title after a career which saw him win the NBA title and Finals MVP six times, a 14-time All-Star and a transcending global figure. LeBron James is considered to be the biggest threat to Jordan’s throne as he continues to break records in…
[ad_1] That’s the verdict of Mido, who’s admitted he never expected to see a fellow Egyptian handed the PFA Player of the Year award. Salah joined Liverpool from their Champions League semi-finals opponents Roma last summer in a deal worth an initial £37m. And he’s now just six strikes shy of matching Ian Rush’s record…
[ad_1] Liverpool star Salah was named PFA Player of the Year after a stunning first season at Anfield. The Egypt international has blitzed an outstanding 41 goals across all competitions following his move from Roma last summer. The Liverpool star brought club captain Henderson with him to the bash. And James Carroll, who works for…
[ad_1] Manchester United ensured their place in the FA Cup final on Saturday with a 2-1 win over Tottenham at Wembley. Dele Alli had fired Spurs ahead after 11 minutes however, Alexis Sanchez put United back on level terms 13 minutes later. It was Ander Herrera’s thundering second-half strike which sent United into a record-equalling…
[ad_1] Wenger announced last Friday that he will bring an end to his 22-year spell with the Gunners at the end of the season. And a whole host of top managers have been tipped to take the veteran Frenchman’s place in the Arsenal dugout. Rodgers, who is currently in charge of Celtic, is one of…
[ad_1] Mohamed Salah was the headline winner at the Professional Footballers’ Association awards last night, scooping the prestigious Player of the Year award. The Liverpool winger saw off competition from Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne to pick up the accolade, having scored 41 goals in his first year at Anfield. It did not take long…
[ad_1] Real Madrid are primed to sell Bale this summer with Manchester United currently leading the race for his signature. Despite Jose Mourinho’s insistence to the contrary, Express Sport understands the Red Devils want Bale to sign for them at the end of the season. Real Madrid are likely to sell Bale with the Wales…
[ad_1] Salah continues to be linked with a Liverpool exit with interest growing over at Real Madrid. The La Liga giants are primed to overhaul their squad following a disappointing season. Salah, who has struck 41 times for Liverpool following his move from Roma, could make the move. Liverpool are, however, likely to be tough…
[ad_1] GETTY F1 news featuring Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen Hamilton nearing contract agreement Lewis Hamilton has dropped his strongest hint yet that he will sign a new contract at Mercedes. The Brit’s current deal is due to expire at the end of 2018 and the team are keen to tie him down as soon…
[ad_1] Ex-Liverpool midfielder and pundit Jamie Redknapp has revealed his Team of the Week from the latest Premier League fixtures, with just one club filling all 11 positions. Manchester City completely dominate Redknapp’s XI following their 5-0 win over Swansea City on Sunday. Raheem Sterling, David Silva, Kevin de Bruyne, Bernardo Silva and Gabriel Jesus…
[ad_1] Liverpool and Roma face off in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final at Anfield tomorrow night. Salah is expected to start for the Reds against his old side, who he left back in the summer in a £34million transfer deal. The Liverpool star has hit 41 goals across all competitions, sparking hope…
[ad_1] Manchester United are said to be keen on landing a left-back this summer. Luke Shaw has been tipped to leave the club and manager Jose Mourinho will dip into the transfer market at the end of the season. Kurzawa, 25, has caught the eye of a number of clubs this season due to his…
[ad_1] Khan made a sensational return to the ring on Saturday night, knocking out Phil Lo Greco in the first round. Attention now turns to who his next opponent could be, but the British boxer has also spoken about the current heavyweight division. Joshua defeated Joseph Parker earlier this month to continue his rise to…
[ad_1] Ozil has experienced mixed form this season but reiterated his commitment to the Gunners cause by signing a new deal in January. The playmaker sat out of Sunday afternoon’s 4-1 win over West Ham though and that has put his involvement against Atletico in doubt. Speaking after the victory over the Hammers, departing Arsenal…
[ad_1] Manchester United star Herrera impressed at the weekend, scoring the winner as the Red Devils beat Tottenham 2-1 at Wembley. However, it was not just his goalscoring heroics that caught the eye. The Manchester United midfielder was a prominent figure in midfield, shining alongside Paul Pogba and Nemanja Matic to shackle the likes of…
[ad_1] Keita will join Liverpool in the summer after they agreed a deal with Leipzig to sign the Guinea star one year early. The Reds agreed to pay Keita’s £48m release clause and an additional premium but the midfielder was allowed to remain at Leipzig for the 2017/18 season. But the German side have struggled…
[ad_1] At least that’s the warning Egypt boss Hector Cuper has sent to the winger in the wake of his PFA Player of the Year award win. Salah has forged a reputation as one of world football’s most dangerous attacking talents by plundering 41 goals for Liverpool this season. And he’ll be hoping to build…
[ad_1] Mohamed Salah was the big winner at the Professional Footballers’ Association awards last night, scooping the Player of the Year award. The Liverpool winger saw off competition from Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne to pick up the accolade, having scored 41 goals in his first year at Anfield. The Egyptian is leading the race…
[ad_1] On Sunday, Nadal won the Monte Carlo Masters for a stunning 11th time by beating Japan’s Kei Nishikori. And this week, the world No 1 heads to Barcelona where he has reached the final 10 times and won on each occasion. Norman, a former world No 2, has coached the likes of Stan Wawrinka,…
[ad_1] Following Arsene Wenger’s announcement that he will leave at the end of the season after 22 years in charge, speculation is rife over who could replace the Frenchman. Former Barcelona boss Luis Enrique is among the favourites along with Patrick Vieira, Carlo Ancelotti and Massimiliano Allegri. Last September, Simeone extended his contract with Atletico…
[ad_1] PSG star Neymar is wanted by Real Madrid with the La Liga giants prepared to bid big to lure him away from the Parc des Princes. The Brazil international only moved from Barcelona last August but supposedly regrets his decision to hastily leave the Nou Camp. And Spanish website Diario Gol say Neymar is…
[ad_1] That’s the verdict of the Danny Ings, who’s paid tribute to the Egyptian amid his PFA Player of the Year award win. Salah has enjoyed a remarkable season since joining Liverpool from Roma last summer, scoring 41 goals in all competitions to date. And his form under Jurgen Klopp has consigned his frustrating spell…
[ad_1] Salah left Strootman behind last summer when he swapped the Stadio Olimpico for Anfield in a deal worth an initial £37m. And he’s enjoyed a sensational start to life at Liverpool, scoring 41 goals in all competitions to date. Salah’s goalscoring prowess has come as a surprise to some given his reputation for being…
[ad_1] Liverpool bagged Salah from Roma last summer for just £34million up front, with the Egypt star since scoring a huge 41 goals across all competitions. The 25-year-old retuned to the Premier League just two years after a troublesome spell at Chelsea, where he found game time tough to come by under Jose Mourinho. Some…
[ad_1] The former Arsenal chief executive has remained close to the Frenchman since bringing him to the Premier League 22 years ago – and he has revealed on an interview with Sky Sports that a number of clubs have already tried to get to the 68-year-old through him. “He will have no shortage of offers,”…
[ad_1] Stootman was thought to be on United’s radar during David Moyes and Louis van Gaal’s spells in Manchester. However, a pair of serious knee injuries help put paid to the Dutchman’s chances of heading to the Premier League. Roma stuck by Strootman during his injury nightmare and he repaid their faith in him last…
[ad_1] Manchester United star Pogba could be sold this summer with Mourinho taking the France international on. The 25-year-old, who cost the club a huge £89million when he signed in 2016, impressed in the Red Devils’ 2-1 FA Cup win over Tottenham on Saturday. However, there is a feeling Pogba could yet end his Manchester…
[ad_1] Real Madrid have made Liverpool star Salah a top target with the summer transfer window creeping closer. The Egypt international took his goal tally for the season to 41 with a deft chip in the Reds’ 2-2 draw with West Brom on Saturday. Salah is primed to start for Liverpool in their Champions League…
[ad_1] The Scot has not played since losing in the quarter-finals of Wimbledon to Sam Querrey last July having struggled with a hip injury which required surgery in January. Murray has since kept details of his comeback to a minimum, refusing to name a specific timeline by which he is aiming to be back out…
[ad_1] That’s the sensational claim from Garth Crooks, who hailed the Arsenal manager in his BBC Sport Team of the Week column following the earth-shattering news of Wenger’s departure at the end of the season. The Frenchman will end a 22-year tenure in North London despite having a year left on his contract. That’s with…
[ad_1] Nadal claimed the 54th title of his career on his favoured red surface in Monte Carlo on Sunday when he beat Kei Nishikori to remain world No 1. The 31-year-old now looks to retain another title as he travels to his homeland for the Barcelona Open. But there, he has admitted the returning Djokovic…
[ad_1] The Cavs tied up their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series at 2-2 in Indiana with LeBron once again crucial. James posted up excellent numbers once again with 32 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists – moving just nine behind Michael Jordan’s record of 109 post-season game with 30+ points. But he was helped by…
[ad_1] The Reds let a 2-0 lead at the Hawthorns slip away on Saturday after goals from Jake Livermore and Salomon Rondon cancelled out earlier efforts from Ings and Mohamed Salah. The Egyptian winger scored his 41st goal of the season – his 31st in the Premier League, making him the joint-all-time top goalscorer in…
[ad_1] The two have had a long-running conflict and James allowed Stephenson’s antics to get the better of him with six minutes of the fourth quarter left to go. Stephenson made the most of a light shove during a time-out to earn LeBron a technical foul which the Pacers made use of to take a…
[ad_1] Those are the thoughts of BBC pundit Martin Keown. Chelsea booked their place at Wembley’s showpiece event after a 2-0 victory over Southampton yesterday in the last four. Olivier Giroud produced a mesmerising piece of skill when he slalomed past a few defenders before slotting his effort home after latching onto a great flick…
[ad_1] Premier League champions Manchester City showed no sign of slowing down with a brutal 5-0 demolition of Swansea at the Etihad on Sunday. They have stepped up their game massively in 2017/18, far surpassing their points total at the same stage last season. City are not the only team to record a massive improvement…
[ad_1] That is the verdict of Barcelona legend Rivaldo. Despite a prolific debut campaign in which he has scored 27 goals in all competitions, Neymar appears to have his heart set on leaving the Parc des Princes at the end of the season. At present, he is currently recovering from a broken foot and he…
[ad_1] Salah walked off with the PFA Player of the Year award after an outstanding debut campaign for Liverpool in which he has scored 41 goals in all competitions. With 31 strikes to his name in the Premier League, the Egyptian is one away from scoring the most in a single 38-game season in England’s…
[ad_1] That’s what Garth Crooks says, despite hailing his display in their FA Cup semi-final win over Tottenham. The much-maligned French midfielder set up Alexis Sanchez’s opening goal when he bundled Moussa Dembele off the ball and fired a pinpoint cross in for Alexis Sanchez to head beyond Michel Vorm and draw United level. Ander…
[ad_1] Real Madrid are expected to carry out a significant overhaul of their squad after being dethroned by La Liga champions elect Barcelona. Zinedine Zidane is expected to make a serious splash in the window and this could pave the exit for the likes of Gareth Bale, Karim Benzema and Keylor Navas. Los Blancos have…
[ad_1] That’s the suggestion of BBC pundit Martin Keown. Hazard was back to his blistering best at Wembley Stadium, helping to set up Olivier Giroud for the opening goal with a magnificent mid-air first touch and pass into the box to find the Frenchman. Alvaro Morata later took just three minutes off of the bench…
[ad_1] The Serbian has looked shot of confidence of late since his return from an elbow injury, a three-match losing streak marking his worst run of form since the end of 2007. But having changed up his backroom team, reuniting with Marian Vajda with whom he won all of his 12 Grand Slams, Djokovic was…
[ad_1] Salah notched up his 31st league goal of the campaign in Liverpool’s 2-2 draw away to West Brom on Saturday. The Egyptian, who cost £36.9million when he joined from Roma last summer, walked away with the PFA Player of the Year after beating Kevin De Bruyne and Harry Kane to the award. His fabulous…
[ad_1] Chelsea booked their place in next month’s final at Wembley with a 2-0 victory over Southampton yesterday. Giroud set the Blues on their way to victory with a bit of Lionel Messi-esque skill as he slalomed between three Saints players after collecting an Eden Hazard knock down before slotting home. Alvaro Morata sealed the…
[ad_1] The world No 1 overcame Kei Nishikori of Japan 6-3, 6-2 for an 11th success in the principality of Monaco. The Spaniard has suffered from injury problems in recent months but earned his 31st Masters title in the first event which he has completed in 2018, having retired at the Australian Open and withdrawn…
[ad_1] Canada won the team show jumping competition at the Longines Nations’ Cup in Coapexpan, Mexico on Sunday. The Nations’ Cup in Coapexpan was the second of three qualifying events in the North and Central America and Caribbean League for the Longines Nations’ Cup final. [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] Khabib Nurmagomedov reveals Conor McGregor fight negotiations New UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov has revealed the wheels for a fight with Conor McGregor are well and truly in motion. “We’re talking, but if it takes too long, I don’t want to do that,” Nurmagomedov said during a Q&A in Russia when asked about a…
[ad_1] Mattias Ekholm ignited the offence early with the first goal by a Nashville defenceman in the series, Pekka Rinne stopped 22 shots and the top-seeded Predators advanced to the second round with a 5-0 victory over the Colorado Avalanche in Game 6 on Sunday night. Austin Watson , Filip Forsberg , Nick Bonino and…
[ad_1] The Toronto Raptors saw their playoff series lead disappear on Sunday. Bradley Beal scored 31 points, while John Wall had 27, and the Washington Wizards beat Toronto 106-98 to tie their opening-round Eastern Conference series at two games apiece. DeMar DeRozan had 35 points to top Toronto, but it wasn’t be enough. Kyle Lowry…
[ad_1] Mohamed Salah has been voted player of the year by his fellow professionals in English soccer in recognition of an incredible scoring return to the Premier League with Liverpool. The Egypt forward collected the Professional Footballers’ Association award at a ceremony in London on Sunday, two days before Liverpool’s Champions League semifinal first leg…
[ad_1] This Cleveland side are in serious trouble. They are 2-1 down heading into Game 4 in Indiana. LeBron James has been sensational through the three games for the Cavaliers but his support cast have not been able to raise their levels. Kevin Love picked up an injury in the last game but is expected…
[ad_1] GETTY Chelsea will face Manchester United in the FA Cup final on May 19 At Wembley, Olivier Giroud, one of old master Arsene Wenger’s best pupils, was showing Chelsea just how much they should thank him for crossing London in January to say hello and join the cause. The France striker, a spearhead for…
[ad_1] Nishikori was bidding to claim his first Masters 1000 title, but Nadal proved too strong – running out a 6-3, 6-2 winner in 93 minutes to clinch his 11th Monte Carlo crown. After returning to the ATP Tour this year following problems with his wrist, Nishikori did well to reach the final after playing…
[ad_1] A fight between McGregor and the undefeated Nurmagomedov has been high on many mixed martial arts fans’ wish list for nearly two years. That’s due to the Dagestan native’s wrestling-heavy style, which many believe is McGregor’s kryptonite. The desire for McGregor vs Nurmagomedov to be booked reached fever pitch earlier this month following the…
[ad_1] Connor Hellebuyck’s back-to-back shutouts in Games 4 and 5 highlighted the Winnipeg Jets’ impressive opening round of the Stanley Cup playoffs in which they eliminated the Minnesota Wild in five games. Now, as the Jets take some time to rest and prepare for the second round, Hellebuyck’s emergence as an elite goaltender has come…
[ad_1] The Everton boss goes up against the Newcastle chief again on Monday when the sides meet at Goodison Park. The pair never shied away from their rivalry when Benitez was in charge at Liverpool and Allardyce at Bolton, with Allardyce writing in his autobiography that the 2005 Champions League win had “nowt to do…
[ad_1] Manu Ginobili scored 10 of his 16 points in the fourth quarter of what could have been his final home game with the Spurs, and San Antonio beat the Golden State Warriors 103-90 on Sunday to avoid a series sweep as coach Gregg Popovich remained out following the death of his wife. LaMarcus Aldridge had 22 points and 10 rebounds…
[ad_1] The first date on Arsene Wenger’s farewell tour showed just how much damage has been done by the vanity of this extra season in charge. It is a terrible indictment of the short-sightedness of modern football fans that the first convincing chant of “There’s only one Arsene Wenger” did not come until the game…
[ad_1] Fury announced his long-awaited comeback to the sport earlier this month, bringing to an end more than two-and-a-half-years of exile from the heavyweight division. And the self-styled Gyspy King has wasted no time in ruffling a few feathers on his return, promising to return to the top of the tree and reclaim his world…
[ad_1] The Liverpool defender starred for the Reds at West Brom despite the Baggies fighting back from 2-0 down to claim an unlikely draw. And the £75m Dutchman is now eyeing glory in Tuesday’s Champions League semi-final first leg at home to Roma after admitting such showpiece occasions have arrived earlier than expected following his…
[ad_1] Nadal powered to a straight sets 6-3, 6-2 victory over Kei Nishikori in 93 minutes to lift a record breaking 11th Monte Carlo Masters title. After making his return to the ATP Tour this week, Nadal proved he is an indomitable force on clay and his win against the Japanese star ensured he is…
[ad_1] Salah, who has scored 41 goals in 46 appearances since joining Liverpool from Roma for around £37million last summer, pipped Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne to the award. Tottenham striker Harry Kane, Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea, and De Bruyne’s team-mates Leroy Sane and David Silva were also nominated for the gong. Salah…
[ad_1] Jake Guentzel scored four straight goals to help send the two-time defending Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh Penguins into the next round with an 8-5 win over the Philadelphia Flyers in Game 6 on Sunday. The Penguins play the winner of the Washington-Columbus series in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Washington leads that series 3-2. Sean…
[ad_1] The outgoing Arsenal manager wants no part in the selection of his successor, and said it would be “emotionally difficult” for him to manage anywhere else in the Premier League. However, he reiterated his feeling that he still was not finished as a manager and refused to rule out another job in England completely.…
[ad_1] Pogba was dropped for Manchester United’s Champions League games against Sevilla earlier in the season amid reports they were involved in a training ground bust-up. The £89million man has repeatedly been criticised by Mourinho during a testing campaign but he insists all is well off the pitch. “I have no problem with him, and…
[ad_1] The Manchester City boss said before the game he would look at their last five fixtures of the season for an indication as to how they will respond when they bid for back-to-back championships next season. On this spectacular evidence, he needn’t worry. City looked just as hungry as they have been all season…
[ad_1] GETTY Jose Mourinho’s faith paid off as Alexis Sanchez impressed at Wembley The Chile striker was the last player to emerge from a stadium he must wish he could play in every week. Sanchez had underlined the old sporting maxim that while form is temporary, class is permanent by stepping up to the plate…
[ad_1] The Manchester United boss says he has made a rod for his own back after winning at least one trophy in all but two of the past 15 seasons since becoming Porto boss in 2002. Asked how important it is for United to finish the season with some silverware after failing to keep pace…
[ad_1] And despite admitting he was not at his best at Wembley, the England captain insists his dip is not down to his fitness after his hasty return from an ankle injury. Kane’s bigger concern is how Spurs can step up to the plate in the games that matter. Under Maurcio Pochettino they have now…
[ad_1] Vancouver Canucks right-winger Brock Boeser, New York Islanders centre Mathew Barzal and Arizona Coyotes centre Clayton Keller were named the three finalists for the Calder Memorial Trophy on Sunday by the NHL. The Calder Trophy is awarded “to the player selected as the most proficient in his first year of competition.” Boeser, the 23rd…
[ad_1] Luis Severino pitched three-hit ball over seven innings, prized prospect Gleyber Torres went 0 for 4 in his big league debut and the youthful New York Yankees beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-1 on Sunday. Didi Gregorius homered, No. 9 batter Austin Romine laced a two-run double and rookie Miguel Andujar had a career-high…
[ad_1] The beaming Matchroom boss was asked his thoughts on DiBella’s extraordinary rant earlier this week, in which he labelled Hearn a “motherf*****” and a “fool” over his $12.5m [£8.8m] offer to WBC champion Wilder. “I don’t know what Lou DiBella has got to do with Deontay Wilder and the discussions,” Hearn told FightHype.com. “[He]…
[ad_1] Jake Gardiner and his teammates from the Toronto Maple Leafs have learned to keep their composure. The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Boston Bruins 4-3 in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference quarter-final series on Saturday. Toronto held a 4-1 lead 11:55 into the second period and hung on to cut Boston’s advantage in…
[ad_1] Ohtani has been struggling with a blister on his hand picked up against the Oakland Athletics earlier this month. The 23-year-old two-way phenom was withdrawn after just two innings on his next start – the 10-1 defeat against the Boston Red Sox. The Angels let slip that Ohtani would pitch in the second game…
[ad_1] Canada’s Sarah Pavan and Melissa Humana-Paredes won gold at the Xiamen Open, defeating USA’s Brittany Hochevar and Kelly Claes, 2-0 (21-19, 21-14) on Sunday. Pavan, Kitchener, Ont., and Humana-Paredes, from Toronto, entered Xiamen on a high after winning gold during this month’s Commonwealth Games. “We are beyond proud to stand atop the podium in back-to-back events,” said Humana-Paredes.…
[ad_1] Eugenie Bouchard of Westmount, Que., outlasted Lesia Tsurenko 4-6, 6-2, 7-6 (5), to give Canada a 2-1 lead over Ukraine in a best-of-five Fed Cup World Group II playoff on Sunday. The two hours 46-minute marathon left both players barely able to remain standing in the third set, but Tsuranko looked to be the…
[ad_1] Salah has been heavily linked with a move to Real Madrid by Spanish media and Diario Gol claim he has emerged as club president Florentino Perez’s top target. According to Diario Gol, who are renowned for their outlandish transfer claim, Perez is ready to offer Liverpool a deal worth £123million (€140m) plus midfielder Dani…
[ad_1] Marc-Andre Fleury never believed the expansion Vegas Golden Knights were a team built just for the future, and that losing would be acceptable because it was the inaugural season. On Sept. 13, the three-time Stanley Cup goaltender said: “It’s not something I accept. Every guy here wants to win. We know where we’re at,…
[ad_1] Curry has been out of action since late March, suffering an MCL sprain in his left knee following an accidental collision with centre JaVale McGee. The Warriors were left sweating on his fitness ahead of the postseason as they look to secure their third championship in four years, with the prognosis for his return…
[ad_1] Nick Rawsthorne scored the go-ahead try and the Toronto Wolfpack survived a furious comeback from the Barrow Raiders to win 16-12 in the Ladbrokes Challenge Cup on Sunday. Gareth O’Brien and Bob Beswick scored the other tries for Toronto, while Ryan Brierley was 2-for-3 on conversion kicks. The referees also waived off two potential tries for the…
[ad_1] It is the biggest game of the Serie A season so far tonight as Juventus play Napoli in a crunch title clash. Juventus lead the table and have a four-point buffer to Napoli in second with five games left to play. One of the two sides will be crowned Serie A champions at the…
[ad_1] The end-of-season awards ceremonies will kick off tonight with the PFA Player of the Year set to be announced. One of either Kevin De Bruyne or Mohamed Salah is a certainty to win the main award, with varying attributes going in their favour. De Bruyne has wowed the crowds with his technical prowess and…
[ad_1] Valverde faces an uncertain future at the Nou Camp following Barcelona’s shock Champions League exit against Roma in the quarter-finals. Catalan-based publication Mundo Deportivo suggested before the Copa del Rey final that he would be axed if they lost to Sevilla in the showpiece. Don Balon have furthered the story and claim Barcelona bigwigs…
[ad_1] The PFA awards take place tonight with several young contenders challenging for the PFA Young Player of the Year award. Harry Kane is the favourite for the award, but he could face some stiff competition from a trio of Manchester City stars. Kane qualifies for the award as he was 23 at the official…
[ad_1] Wenger will leave Arsenal at the end of the season after almost 22 years at the club. Enrique is the favourite with the bookies to take on the job at the Emirates. The Spaniard has been out of management since leaving Barcelona at the end of last season. Smith says Enrique would be perfect…
[ad_1] The Irish duo are preparing their ranks ahead of this week’s eagerly-anticipated Punchestown Festival. Mullins has a strong quartet heading to the BoyleSports Champion Chase on the opening day. Douvan, Min, Un De Sceaux and Ballycasey, who all failed to win at the Cheltenham Festival last month, will all line up for the 61-year-old…
[ad_1] Arsene Wenger has been praised by fans across the country after announcing his decision to leave Arsenal – but surprisingly Chelsea fans are also singing his praises. Wenger allowed Olivier Giroud to depart the Emirates in search of first team football, and his goal for Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-finals has elevated his…
[ad_1] Chelsea raced out of the traps after a goalless first half thanks to a stunning goal from Giroud before Alvaro Morata made sure of their spot in the FA Cup final. “We played a good first half but couldn’t finish the job and put it in the back of the net,” he said. “The…
[ad_1] Chelsea beat Southampton 2-0 with a confident display at Wembley to book their place in the FA Cup final against Manchester United. Olivier Giroud scored the opening goal with a delicate dribble through the Saints’ defence, before his substitute replacement Alvaro Morata doubled the lead with his first touch. Giroud was influential throughout the…
[ad_1] The Bolton fighter displayed lightning-fast hands to dispatch of Lo Greco with unexpected ferocity at the Echo Arena in Liverpool last night, flooring the 33-year-old inside 30 seconds with a dizzying combination. A dazed Lo Greco made it back to his feet looking bewildered by Khan’s agility but he was soon put to sleep…
[ad_1] That is according to BT Sport pundit and Chelsea’s all-time top goalscorer Frank Lampard. Olivier Giroud gave the Blues the lead with a stunning solo effort straight after half time. Southampton thought they had equalised with 15 minutes remaining through top-scorer Charlie Austin. But referee Martin Atkinson deemed Austin to have fouled Chelsea goalkeeper…
[ad_1] Ronnie O’Sullivan made a surprise start in his bid to win a sixth World Championship on Saturday as he found himself 6-3 down to Stephen Maguire. But he remarkably won seven out of eight frames on Sunday to squeeze past his opponent 10-7 into the next round. But O’Sullivan was far from impressed with…
[ad_1] That is the verdict of BT Sport pundit and former Tottenham midfielder Jermaine Jenas. Giroud opened the scoring for Chelsea in the opening minute of the second half of the semi-final clash at Wembley. After being found in the box by Eden Hazard, Giroud twisted and turned past a number of Southampton defenders before…
[ad_1] That is the opinion of Chelsea legend and BT Sport pundit Frank Lampard. Lampard was impressed with Hazard in the FA Cup semi-final clash against Southampton today. The Belgian was instrumental in the few chances Chelsea had in the goalless first half at Wembley. And within a minute of the second half starting Hazard…
[ad_1] Morata joined Chelsea from Real Madrid last summer tasked with replacing Diego Costa. He started well, scoring seven goals in his first eight appearances in all competitions, but has since struggled. The Spaniard has regularly been left out of the side since the turn of the year, with January signing Olivier Giroud preferred. But…
[ad_1] Arsenal got the Arsene Wenger farewell celebrations underway with a resounding 4-1 victory over West Ham – but who impressed as the Gunners quality shone through? Alexandre Lacazette started ahead of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and seized his chance with two goals to secure the win. The Frenchman endeavoured throughout the game with limited service but…
[ad_1] That is the opinion of BT Sport pundit and former England and Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard. Giroud was given the nod by Conte for the clash at Wembley. The Frenchman started alongside Morata in the 2-1 win over Burnley on Thursday but Conte switched back to playing just one striker against the Saints. Morata…
[ad_1] According to Diario Gol, Manchester United chiefs have discovered that De Gea recently held talks with Real Madrid president Florentino Perez. Old Trafford top brass reportedly reacted to the development by slapping an £88million (€100m) price tag on the Spain international. De Gea is a long-term target for Real Madrid, who are looking to…
[ad_1] Rafael Nadal won a record 31st Masters title after beating Kei Nishikori 6-3, 6-2 in the Monte Carlo Masters final on Sunday. Nadal also became the first male tennis player in the Open era to win the same title 11 times — 13 years after his first title here. It gave him a 76th…
[ad_1] Mumbai Indians are still hurting from their narrow defeat to Chennai Super Kings ahead of today’s clash with Rajasthan Royals. That’s according to coach Robin Singh, who said: “It is not a matter of concern because we were on the course of winning three matches consecutively. “The one-wicket defeat against Chennai Super Kings still…
[ad_1] Arsenal star Mohamed Elneny has given fans a major injury scare during the Gunners clash with West Ham after being stretched off at the Emirates. Elneny crumpled to the floor after a challenge from Mark Noble, and caused a lengthy delay as he received treatment. The Egyptian star was visibly devastated by the incident…
[ad_1] The former heavyweight champion is a huge tennis fan, along with his 9-year-old daughter Milan. Tyson has been keeping an eye on the major tournaments this year, which Federer dominated at the start of 2018. The Swiss star won the Australian Open and Rotterdam Open, before coming second at the Indian Wells Masters. Since…
[ad_1] Police chiefs have warned England fans not to sing provocative songs or display the national flag at the World Cup because it may encourage violence. Fears that clashes could break out among supporters at the tournament in Russia this summer have grown after the Salisbury poisoning in March. Moscow and London began a tit-for-tat…
[ad_1] The hottest-ever London Marathon featured a Kenyan double as Eliud Kipchoge swept to a third victory in front of Buckingham Palace joining Vivian Cheruiyot who won the women’s race on Sunday. The 33-year-old Kipchoge ran the 42.2-kilometre course in two hours four minutes, 27 seconds to add to the Olympic champion’s wins in the British capital in 2015…
[ad_1] Manchester United may sell Martial this summer with the France star yet to prove himself to Jose Mourinho. The forward, who signed from Monaco in 2015, has blown hot and cold this season. FOLLOW CHELSEA vs SOUTHAMPTON LIVE! Up until January, Martial’s future was assured but United’s deal for Alexis Sanchez has seen his…
[ad_1] This offseason is set to be one of the most active trade windows and free agency markets for several years. Both LeBron James and Paul George could become unrestricted free agents but in the past few weeks there has been a new addition to the trade rumours. Leonard’s decision to continue his rehab despite…
[ad_1] The attacker has enjoyed a terrific season at Old Trafford, with only Romelu Lukaku outscoring him this term. Lingard only signed a new four-year deal at United last season after an impressive first season under Jose Mourinho. That form saw his wages rise to around £75,000-a-week. But the contract included ‘pay increases clauses’, according…
[ad_1] Wenger will leave Arsenal in the summer after almost 22 years at the club. In the past Henry has refused to rule him out of the running for the job, saying he would not back down from a challenge. And he once again reiterated that stance today ahead of Arsenal’s clash with West Ham.…
[ad_1] The Belgian’s 16 Premier League goals didn’t help fire the Red Devils to the league title this season. But Manchester City’s dominance, rather than United’s poor performances, saw them wrap up the trophy with one month to spare. Jose Mourinho knows what it takes to win the Premier League, as he has mentioned on…
[ad_1] PSG star Neymar quit Barcelona back in the summer, becoming the world’s most-expensive footballer in a £200million transfer. However, speculation is mounting that the 25-year-old will move to one of Manchester United or Real Madrid at the end of the season. Some reports have claimed Neymar is keen to move to United so he…
[ad_1] Southampton take on Chelsea in the semi-final at Wembley as they aim to take their minds off a relegation battle in the Premier League. Hughes’ name is already in FA Cup folkore, winning the trophy four times, while he also managed Blackburn to the last four twice in three years, and his iconic semi-final…
[ad_1] Arsenal superstar Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been dropped for the Gunners’ clash with West Ham at the Emirates this afternoon. The explosive front man has been in fine form since signing for the club in Janaury, and is ineligible for Arsenal’s huge Europa League clash with Atletico Madrid on Thursday. He was expected to start…
[ad_1] Liverpool are in the mix to sign the two players with Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal also attentive to their situations. Jurgen Klopp has not broke the bank during his time with the Reds, instead pursuing deals he views as good value for money. And website Anfield Edition claim Liverpool are on the verge…
[ad_1] REUTERS Arsenal vs West Ham: Premier League latest score, news and updates Arsenal welcome London rivals West Ham to the Emirates Stadium. Arsene Wenger announced on Friday that he will step down from his role at the Premier League club at the end of the season after almost 22 years at the helm. Wenger,…
[ad_1] The Egyptian has scored 41 goals this season, silencing all doubters after his debut spell in England while at Chelsea. Salah’s extraordinary campaign has seen him already beat Suarez, Owen and Fernando Torres’ scoring records for a single season at Anfield. And the former Real Madrid striker believes the 25-year-old is putting former Liverpool…
[ad_1] Arsenal announced on Friday Arsene Wenger will be leaving the club at the end of the season. But Manchester United legend Neville thinks a decision was actually made at the end of LAST season. He says the two-year contract Wenger signed last summer was a “shield” as the club prepared for life after the…
[ad_1] Chelsea face Southampton today in the FA Cup semi-final as they bid to try and salvage their season. They have endured a dismal defence to their Premier League crown and are likely to finish out of the top four, meaning they will miss out on qualifying for the Champions League next season. One of…
[ad_1] Rafael Nadal is bidding to win the Monte Carlo Masters for an incredible 11th time. The world No 1 has already seen off Aljaz Bedene, Karen Khachanov, Dominic Thiem and Grigor Dimitrov in the Monaco sunshine this week. Standing in his way today is Japanese star Nishikori, who came from a set down to…
[ad_1] Arsenal will say goodbye to Wenger at the end of the season with the Frenchman confirming his imminent exit on Friday. The 68-year-old will leave the club after 22 years and Express Sport understands Juventus’ Max Allegri is the standout name to replace him. However, a bombshell report from the Daily Mail suggests Arsenal…
[ad_1] Arsenal announced on Friday their long-serving manager will be leaving in the summer. Wenger has been under severe scrutiny from a large section of the Gunners support for a number of years. FOLLOW ARSENAL vs WEST HAM LIVE! Despite that, he signed a new two-year contract at the end of last season. However, another…
[ad_1] REUTERS Arsenal vs West Ham: Premier League latest score, news and updates Arsenal welcome London rivals West Ham to the Emirates Stadium. Arsene Wenger announced on Friday that he will step down from his role at the Premier League club at the end of the season after almost 22 years at the helm. Wenger,…
[ad_1] MotoGP’s third race of the season comes from Austin, Texas this weekend. The Grand Prix of the Americas sees the very best in moto racing come together for a blistering showdown under the Texas sun. It’s still early in the season but we’ve already had controversy, most recently between Marc Marquez and Valentino Rossi.…
[ad_1] That is the opinion of BBC Sport pundit and former Tottenham midfielder Jermaine Jenas. Wenger will leave Arsenal in the summer after almost 22 years at the club. The Frenchman has received plenty of criticism from Arsenal fans, with many believing it is far too long since they won the Premier League – their…
[ad_1] The clay court king is asserting his authority on the orange surface yet again, and looks a good bet to win the Monte Carlo Masters later today. Nadal has already seen off Aljaz Bedene, Karen Khachanov, Dominic Thiem and Grigor Dimitrov in the Monaco sunshine this week. And the Spaniard just has to beat…
[ad_1] Wenger will leave Arsenal at the end of the season after almost 22 years in north London. The Frenchman has received severe criticism this term from fans after yet another disappointing campaign in the Premier League. The Gunners will finish outside the top four for a second successive season and see their Champions League…
[ad_1] The Brit is aiming to win the 26.2 mile race for the first time as he bids to stop Kenya’s dominance in the event. Eliud Kipchoge and Daniel Wanjiru have won the race in recent years. And the duo, along with Guye Adola, Abel Kirui, Kenenisa Bekele, Bedan Karoki, Tola Kitata and Lawrence Cherono…
[ad_1] Sunday, April 22 Transfer news LIVE: All the latest gossip from the Premier League Salah promise Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has reportedly agreed to only join Real Madrid he fires the club to Champions League glory this season. Liverpool have insisted Salah is not for sale, with the Merseyside giants hesitant to lose another…
[ad_1] Nadal is king on clay having won his last 34 sets on the surface and is gunning for a record 11th title at the Monte Carlo Masters. The Spaniard won an incredible eight titles on the bounce at the Monte Carlo Country Club from 2005 to 2012 and has only ever lost once in…
[ad_1] Manchester United are through to a fourth cup final in two years after a 2-1 victory over Tottenham at Wembley. The win was a much-needed boost for Mourinho, who has come under fire in recent months. Shaw was nowhere to be seen against Spurs with United instead choosing to deploy Ashley Young at left-back.…
[ad_1] The Catalan outfit forgot all about their shock Champions League exit by easily brushing aside Sevilla 5-0 on Saturday evening. Barcelona were in fine form from the very first whistle, with Messi, Iniesta and Luis Suarez running riot in the first half. Iniesta has been heavily linked with a move to China in recent…
[ad_1] But Manchester United will embarrass Liverpool, Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham plaudits if they win the FA Cup this season. The Red Devils will return to Wembley next month after beating Spurs 2-1 in their semi-final clash on Saturday. Dele Alli prodded Tottenham in front before goals from Alexis Sanchez and Ander Herrera saw United…
[ad_1] Mo Farah made a name for himself in the 5,000m and 10,000m distances but now wants a new challenge in marathon running. Farah has run in the London Marathon once before, finishing an underwhelming eighth in 2014, after suffering an injury midway through the race. The 35-year-old claimed after the 2014 contest that he…
[ad_1] Barcelona star Dembele could leave the club having failed to live up to the billing following his £120million move from Borussia Dortmund in the summer. Manchester United and Chelsea have emerged as potential suitors, with Liverpool and Arsenal also keen to lure him away from Catalonia. However, Spanish outlet Don Balon claim Dembele has…
[ad_1] Inflated transfer fees, astronomical contracts and the lure of living abroad all contribute to players moving around several times during their careers. It is incredibly rare to find an individual committed to one club for an extended period of time, but there are a select group of loyal servants who have stayed at the…
[ad_1] Utah took a 2-1 lead in their NBA playoffs first round series against OKC last night, thanks in large part to Rubio. The Spaniard finished with 26 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists to record his first ever NBA playoffs triple-double. His achievement was heightened by the fact it came against the triple-double king,…
[ad_1] Manchester United could sell Martial this summer with the France international’s future up in the air. The 22-year-old has endured an inconsistent signing with his poor form coinciding with Alexis Sanchez’s January arrival. Arsenal and Chelsea have emerged as potential suitors with La Liga duo Real Madrid and Barcelona also linked. And the Times…
[ad_1] Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings kicks off this afternoon, with SRH sweating on the fitness of opening batsman Shikhar Dhawan. Dhawan missed practice on Saturday having injured his elbow and to maximise his chances of facing CSK today. SRH’s team mentor VVS Laxman said: “Today he has not come for practice. We’ve given…
[ad_1] Barcelona won the Copa del Rey final yesterday, thumping Sevilla 5-0 with Messi among the goals. Luis Suarez (2), Andres iniesta and Philippe Coutinho also got on the scoresheet to ensure the Catalan giants scoop the title. Real Madrid players watched on at home after Leganes sent them tumbling out of the tournament back…
[ad_1] Liverpool forward Salah is on Real Madrid’s radar with the summer transfer window edging closer. The La Liga giants are eying the 25-year-old as they plan to offload Gareth Bale and Karim Benzema at the end of the season. Liverpool have always insisted Salah is not for sale despite Real Madrid, and Barcelona, both…
[ad_1] Manchester United ensured Tottenham’s wait for a trophy stretch into a 10th year with a 2-1 victory over the north London side at Wembley. Pogba went into the game under pressure with the France international supposedly set to be sold at the end of the season. However, the 25-year-old starred as Manchester United rallied,…
[ad_1] Real Madrid want to sign PSG star Neymar when the transfer window reopens at the end of the season. The Brazil international only moved to the Ligue 1 giants last summer from Barcelona. However, Neymar is supposedly already hellbent on leaving PSG having been disappointed by the standard of football in France. Ronaldo, meanwhile,…
[ad_1] A host of current and former sport stars will join the thousands running the London Marathon today. For some, it’s their first time running the 26.2miles. For others, they’ve felt the pain and glory before. Former sprinter Iwan Thomas was meant to be running but pulled out this week due to injury. Here, Express…
[ad_1] Kaepernick was the first NFL star to protest during the US national anthem hen he sat, and later kneeled, before preseason matches in 2016. Kaepernick was at the San Francisco 49ers at the time though opted out of his contract in March 2017. The quarterback’s protests, with many other stars following suit, remain hugely…
[ad_1] The Barcelona legend signed a contract for life earlier this season at Camp Nou. However he can leave at the end of each campaign should he decide to. Reports suggest Iniesta has received an offer to play in China and is set to leave Barcelona this summer. The Spanish midfielder netted Barca’s fourth goal…
[ad_1] That’s the view of Hammers boss David Moyes who takes his side to the Emirates this afternoon (1.30pm). It is the first Arsenal game since Wenger announced he would step down from his role at the end of the season. Wenger has been Arsenal manager for almost 22 years and resigns having won three…
[ad_1] That’s the view of Blues boss Antonio Conte who takes his side to Wembley today for a semi-final clash with the Saints (3.00pm). Chelsea came from 2-0 down last weekend to beat Southampton thanks to a brace from Olivier Giroud and an Eden Hazard strike. Conte’s side made it back-to-back Premier League wins on…
[ad_1] The La Liga leaders were desperate to win the competition to show their Champions League defeat to Roma has had no impact on their mindset. This is the view of manager Ernesto Valverde who saw his side blitz their way to Spain’s domestic cup. A brace from Luis Suarez, as well as strikes from…
[ad_1] Kathy Baker scored a try in extra time as Ireland topped Canada 24-19 in a consolation Challenge Trophy semifinal Sunday at the women’s HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series. Canada, which failed to advance to the Cup quarterfinals for the first time, will play Japan for 11th place later Sunday. The Canadian team was dealt…
[ad_1] Sevilla centre-half Clement Lenglet is wanted by Manchester United, though Barcelona are also interested in the 22-year-old. The Sun report that United have sent scouts to Spain to watch Lenglet with Mourinho looking to improve his back line. Mourinho has reportedly grown restless with his defenders, with the back five that started against Tottenham…
[ad_1] Modric has shone for Real Madrid since moving to the Spanish capital from Tottenham in 2012. His Los Blancos contract runs until 2020 when the central midfielder would be 34 years of age. Ibrahimovic joined LA Galaxy last month after leaving Manchester United. And Modric has not ruled out doing the same. “You never…
[ad_1] Suarez scored twice in the first half as Barcelona thrashed Sevilla 5-0 in the Copa del Rey final on Saturday. Lionel Messi, Andres Iniesta and Philippe Coutinho were also on the scoresheet. Barca are runaway leaders in La Liga and are expected to complete the domestic double in the coming weeks. But the Spanish…
[ad_1] Wenger signed Sanchez for Arsenal from Barcelona in 2014 and he shone during his four years at the Emirates. The Chilean left Arsenal in January to join Manchester United and netted the opener for the Red Devils in yesterday’s FA Cup semi-final against Tottenham. United went on to win that match 2-1 to secure…
[ad_1] A’s lefty Sean Manaea pitched the first no-hitter against Boston in 25 years, with an overturned call preserving the gem Saturday night in Oakland’s 3-0 win over the sizzling Red Sox. Manaea struck out 10, walked two and threw 108 pitches to finish off Oakland’s first no-no since Dallas Braden tossed a perfect game…
[ad_1] Conor McGregor vs Khabib Nurmagomedov predicted UFC light-heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier believes Conor McGregor would suffer an emphatic defeat if he were to fight Khabib Nurmagomedov. “He’ll fight Conor McGregor,” the UFC light heavyweight champion said. “It’s going to happen. “I think because of the finances, it will be the most viable fight for…
[ad_1] Tyler Bozak and James van Riemsdyk each had a goal and an assist, Frederik Andersen made 42 saves, and the Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Boston Bruins 4-3 on Saturday to force a sixth game in their first-round playoff series. Connor Brown and Andreas Johnsson also scored for the Leafs, who still trail the…
[ad_1] The 50,000 runners taking part have been urged to go slower than planned and avoid fancy dress costumes with temperatures forecast to peak at 23C – the hottest day in the race’s history. 22.2C in 1996 and 2007 is currently the record. In an email sent to all entrants, the London Marathon medical director,…
[ad_1] The Bolton man blew Lo Greco away with ease, flooring him with a lightning quick one-two within 30 seconds before finishing the Canadian off in style. Speaking in the ring after the fight, Khan spoke about the possibility of facing Kell Brook, who climbed into the ring to confront the 31-year-old. “This is where…
[ad_1] The pair clash in the showpiece event with Spaniard Nadal looking for his 11th Monte Carlo title. Indeed, Nadal has won his last 34 sets on clay and is yet to drop a set at this year’s championship. HOW HAVE THE PAIR MADE IT TO THE FINAL? FULL RESULTS HERE But Nishikori has recently…
[ad_1] Keeler was the underdog heading into the fight, priced at 2/1 with the bookies, but boxed rings around Irishman Cummings, the 4/11 favourite. However, the 30-year-old overstepped the mark in the second round, appearing to whack Cummings after the bell. He finished off the round strongly, pinning a panicked Cummings against the ropes as…
[ad_1] While Amir Khan vs Phil Lo Creco kicks off in Merseyside this evening, Frampton is looking to dazzle in front of his home crowd in Belfast. Four-weight champion Donaire will provide tougher competition than his previous win as he recorded victory over Horacio Garcia. With the WBO world featherweight title on the line and…
[ad_1] Nadal beat Grigor Dimitrov 6-4 6-1 while Nishikori progressed past Alexander Zverev. Nadal knows that if he doesn’t win Sunday’s final then Roger Federer will return to the top spot in the world rankings. The Spaniard is in fine form, having won 34 straight sets on clay. It is the sixth time Rafael Nadal…
[ad_1] Defending AFC Champion Patriots will play in five US-televised games, including three Sunday night games, one Thursday night game and one Monday night game. In addition to playing each of the other AFC East opponents twice, this season the Patriots will play one game against each of the AFC South and NFC North teams.…
[ad_1] Former world champion Amir Khan won his first fight in two years by stopping Phil Lo Greco in 39 seconds on Saturday. Fighting in a British home ring for the first time in five years, Khan sent Lo Greco to the canvas inside 30 seconds. Moments later, he pinned the Toronto native against the…
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[ad_1] Vieira has been linked with the Arsenal job after Arsene Wenger stunned the world of football by announcing his decision to quit the Emirates at the end of the season. Gunners’ golden boy Thierry Henry, who is currently Belgium assistant coach, is also in the frame to replace his old boss. But Manchester City…
[ad_1] Ben Simmons had the first playoff triple-double by a rookie in nearly 40 years, JJ Redick scored 24 points and the Philadelphia 76ers outlasted the Miami Heat 106-102 on Saturday to move within a victory of the second round. The 76ers lead the Eastern Conference series 3-1 and can close out the Heat when…
[ad_1] According to former Chelsea striker Chris Sutton the FA Cup semi final clash is crucial for both clubs as they bid to ‘save’ their season – and their futures. If Chelsea lose it could signal an early exit for under fire coach Antonio Conte, he claims. Southampton, Sutton contends, have only the FA Cup…
[ad_1] Nikita Kucherov and the Tampa Bay Lightning are moving on in the Stanley Cup playoffs. Kucherov scored his 27th career post-season goal and Andrei Vasilevskiy stopped 26 shots as the top seed in the Eastern Conference beat the New Jersey Devils 3-1 on Saturday to end the first-round series in five games. Mikhail Sergachev…
[ad_1] The 17 year-old who was last weekend named Championship Player of the Season has been touted for a spot in Gareth Southgate’s World Cup squad. Tottenham and Liverpool started sending scouts to watch him in action at the start of last season and Mauricio Pochettino is known to be a big fan. But the…
[ad_1] Nicklas Backstrom scored his second goal of the game 11:53 into overtime to give the Washington Capitals a 4-3 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday and a 3-2 lead in the first-round playoff series. Only one team was taking the series lead.<a href=”https://twitter.com/backstrom19?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw”>@backstrom19</a> made sure it was the <a href=”https://twitter.com/Capitals?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw”>@Capitals</a>. <a href=”https://twitter.com/hashtag/StanleyCup?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw”>#StanleyCup</a> <a href=”https://t.co/BRrhIWpoRJ”>pic.twitter.com/BRrhIWpoRJ</a>…
[ad_1] A City walkover was not an option, he insisted. What turned out to be such an explosive first leg would be the decider, he forecast. The rest, as we now know, is history. So when his old team take on Roma in next week’s semi-final first leg Garcia will be harking back to a…
[ad_1] The Toronto Raptors’ second unit was so strong in the regular season that the team ran a tongue-in-cheek social media campaign suggesting their entire “bench mob” win the NBA’s sixth man of the year award. But the second unit that could once be counted on to maintain leads, and even close out games if…
[ad_1] GETTY Arsene Wenger announced this week that we will leave Arsenal at the end of the season He was alone amid the tumult. He was Arsene Wenger. He didn’t need to speak to understand his fame and status in the world of football. The scene was at a World Cup, the melting pot of…
[ad_1] Barcelona became the first team in 85 years to win four straight Copa del Rey titles after blowing away Sevilla 5-0 in the final on Saturday. Luis Suarez scored twice, and Lionel Messi, Andres Iniesta, and Philippe Coutinho also made the scoresheet for Barcelona’s record-extending 30th Copa triumph, and sixth in the last decade.…
[ad_1] That’s when the departing Arsenal boss wants their vocal support to help his Gunners beat Atletico Madrid en route to what he hopes will be his first – and possibly last – triumph in Europe. Wenger knows a convincing win over the Spaniards in the Europa League semi-final first leg is crucial to making…
[ad_1] Mauro Manotas and Leonardo scored goals in the match’s first seven minutes to set the tone, and Romell Quioto added a goal and two assists as the Houston Dynamo rolled past defending MLS champion Toronto FC 5-1 on Saturday afternoon at BBVA Compass Stadium in downtown Houston. The Dynamo’s win was tempered a bit…
[ad_1] GETTY Alexis Sanchez inspired Manchester United to victory over Tottenham Hotspur The little striker from Chile was back to his dazzling best with a superb goal that turned the tide in favour of United, and then his magic feet provided the assist for Ander Herrera to lash home the winner. Before the game many…
[ad_1] Aaron Judge hit an early homer off respected Twitter rival Marcus Stroman, then scored on a disputed play during a seven-run burst in the sixth inning that sent the New York Yankees over the Toronto Blue Jays 9-1 Saturday. Judge put the Yankees up 2-0 with his sixth homer, a two-run drive in the…
[ad_1] And for £37 million the Kop boss got what will prove to be the bargain buy of the season after a dynamic debut campaign which is fast making serious history. Salah’s 31 Premier League goals have already rocketed the price on his head as he incredibly equalled a 38-game record held by Alan Shearer,…
[ad_1] White Sox reliever Danny Farquhar suffered a brain hemorrhage while in the dugout during a game Friday night, and is in stable but critical condition. Farquhar passed out in the sixth inning, and was helped by team medical personnel and on-site EMTs. He regained consciousness before he was taken to a hospital by ambulance.…
[ad_1] The Jackal is aiming to continue rebuilding his career after losing his WBA world title to Leo Santa Cruz in January last year. Frampton joined forces with new trainer Jamie Moore after his acrimonious departure from father-and-son Barry and Shane McGuigan’s Cyclone Promotions last year. He triumphed in a difficult 10-rounder against Horacio Garcia…
[ad_1] The 21-year-old produced fireworks in front of an energetic crowd at the Echo Arena in Liverpool, blasting welterweight journeyman Truman out in style. Benn showed an improvement on his previous performance, cracking Truman with a powerful left hook before firing a fight-ending uppercut through the 33-year-old’s guard to send him crashing to the canvas.…
[ad_1] Salah faces former club Roma for the first time on Tuesday since moving to Liverpool for around £38million last summer. The Egypt international has scored 41 goals in 46 appearances for the Reds and will spearhead their bid to reach the Champions League final. Roma right-back Bruno Peres has revealed team-mate Kostas Manolas regularly…
[ad_1] Lesia Tsurenko defeated injury-replacement Bianca Andreescu of Mississauga, Ont. — who was forced to retire in the third set with an injury — to give Ukraine a 1-0 lead over Canada with a 4-6, 6-3, 4-0 victory in a Fed Cup World Group II playoff on Saturday. Eugenie Bouchard of Westmount, Que., is to face…
[ad_1] Chelsea take on Southampton in the FA Cup semi-final in their last shot at silverware after a disappointing season. The Blues showed steel to beat high-flying Burnley 2-1 during the week and will be desperate to end the campaign on a high, with Manchester United waiting in the final. Antonio Conte has several issues…
[ad_1] Carlos Vela scored from the penalty spot in the 83rd minute as expansion-side Los Angeles FC overcame an Ignacio Piatti hat trick to defeat the 10-man Montreal Impact 5-3 at Saputo Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Los Angeles (4-2-0) scored four unanswered second-half goals for their second consecutive victory. Montreal (2-5-0) has lost three straight.…
[ad_1] United have attracted criticism for failing to progress beyond the Champions League last 16 and struggling to keep pace with Manchester City in the Premier League. The FA Cup is the Red Devils’ only hope of silverware this term and Mourinho would have faced questions over his future had they failed to beat Tottenham.…
[ad_1] Manchester United secured their place in the FA Cup final with a 2-1 victory over Tottenham at Wembley. Former Arsenal star Alexis Sanchez produced a big display and scored against his old rivals Spurs to cancel out Dele Alli’s opener. Ander Herrera bagged the winner after a terrific performance, with several other stars also…
[ad_1] Centre Patrice Bergeron is “optimistic” he can play Saturday when the Boston Bruins face the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 5 of their first-round series. Bergeron missed the Bruins’ 3-1 Game 4 victory on Thursday with an undisclosed injury. The Bruins lead the series 3-1 lead and can advance with a victory. If Toronto…
[ad_1] That was the verdict of BBC Sport pundit and legendary England striker Alan Shearer. Tottenham raced into a 1-0 lead after just 10 minutes, with Dele Alli stabbing home from close range. Spurs were dominating the game and easily could have added to their lead with a better final ball. United came back, equalising…