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Torres to hang boots after match against Iniesta, Villa
- August 25, 2019
Iniesta , who came to the Japanese league a few months before Torres and is a close friend, told journalists on Wednesday that Torres has been a leading figure in the sport. Torres , who scored over 100 goals for Atletico in two spells, made his Spain debut in 2003, and got the victor in the Euro 2008 final against Germany , before helping them win their first World Cup in 2010 and retain the Euro title in 2012. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
Iniesta , who came to the Japanese league a few months before Torres and is a close friend, told journalists on Wednesday that Torres has been a leading figure in the sport. Torres , who scored over 100 goals for Atletico in two spells, made his Spain debut in 2003, and got the victor in the Euro 2008 final against Germany , before helping them win their first World Cup in 2010 and retain the Euro title in 2012. (more...)
England sound warning with massive win over Ireland
- August 25, 2019
We have to make sure it stays that way and build forward". But we still have to accept we weren't almost good enough today and we've got to be a lot better the next time out'. New Zealand-born Aki admitted Schmidt dished out some home truths in the post-match dressing-room debrief - but insisted the dejected players hardly needed any telling. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
We have to make sure it stays that way and build forward". But we still have to accept we weren't almost good enough today and we've got to be a lot better the next time out'. New Zealand-born Aki admitted Schmidt dished out some home truths in the post-match dressing-room debrief - but insisted the dejected players hardly needed any telling. (more...)
Steve Smith set to return for Australia after concussion
- August 25, 2019
England were set an implausible 359 to square the series as they look to avoid Australia retaining the urn. They were sunk inside 28 overs for England's third-lowest Ashes score on home turf and the eighth worst overall. Somehow Denly was still there. Australia's 179 became the lowest first-innings score to yield a lead of 100 or more . The rest of the world's Test sides have done so five times between them in the same period. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
England were set an implausible 359 to square the series as they look to avoid Australia retaining the urn. They were sunk inside 28 overs for England's third-lowest Ashes score on home turf and the eighth worst overall. Somehow Denly was still there. Australia's 179 became the lowest first-innings score to yield a lead of 100 or more . The rest of the world's Test sides have done so five times between them in the same period. (more...)
Cheika names Pocock, uncapped Petaia in World Cup squad
- August 25, 2019
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has confirmed his 31-man squad for the Rugby World Cup in Japan. Backs: Adam Ashley-Cooper, Kurtley Beale, Bernard Foley, Will Genia, Dane Haylett-Petty, Reece Hodge, Samu Kerevi, Marika Koroibete, Tevita Kuridrani, Christian Lealiifano, James O'Connor, Jordan Petaia, Matt To'omua, Nic White. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has confirmed his 31-man squad for the Rugby World Cup in Japan. Backs: Adam Ashley-Cooper, Kurtley Beale, Bernard Foley, Will Genia, Dane Haylett-Petty, Reece Hodge, Samu Kerevi, Marika Koroibete, Tevita Kuridrani, Christian Lealiifano, James O'Connor, Jordan Petaia, Matt To'omua, Nic White. (more...)
Babe Laufenberg's son Luke dies of cancer at 21
- August 25, 2019
Luke was diagnosed with Burkitt lymphoma in 2017, according to ESPN. Luke starred at wide receiver for Liberty Christian High School in Argyle, Texas, and spent the 2016 season as a redshirt tight end at Texas A&M . He was declared cancer-free in May 2018 before experiencing further complications this past spring. How's my dad doing? "You'd walk into the room and he'd just light up, whatever was going on". (more...)
- August 25, 2019
Luke was diagnosed with Burkitt lymphoma in 2017, according to ESPN. Luke starred at wide receiver for Liberty Christian High School in Argyle, Texas, and spent the 2016 season as a redshirt tight end at Texas A&M . He was declared cancer-free in May 2018 before experiencing further complications this past spring. How's my dad doing? "You'd walk into the room and he'd just light up, whatever was going on". (more...)
Oakland Raiders: Players with rising stock, falling stock after Preseason Week 3
- August 25, 2019
The stadium normally hosts the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League, and the previous Thursday had hosted a CFL game before reconfiguring the field to NFL specifications. "I'm not going to make a big deal about the field". We like the field. Shepherd continued to wow the Packers with tremendous sideline grabs and strong hands along with fundamentally sound special teams play (I think we can forgive him for the holding penalty). (more...)
- August 25, 2019
The stadium normally hosts the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League, and the previous Thursday had hosted a CFL game before reconfiguring the field to NFL specifications. "I'm not going to make a big deal about the field". We like the field. Shepherd continued to wow the Packers with tremendous sideline grabs and strong hands along with fundamentally sound special teams play (I think we can forgive him for the holding penalty). (more...)
Midfielder John McGinn signs new five-year contract at Villa Park
- August 25, 2019
Elmohamady has had a wonderful career at the Premier League since he joined Sunderland in 2010. But we did it past year. "[The] Premier League is always a big league, the best league in the world so the main target for us this year is to just finish as high as we can in the table". (more...)
- August 25, 2019
Elmohamady has had a wonderful career at the Premier League since he joined Sunderland in 2010. But we did it past year. "[The] Premier League is always a big league, the best league in the world so the main target for us this year is to just finish as high as we can in the table". (more...)
MLB Bans Players From Participating In Venezuela Winter League
- August 25, 2019
Major League Baseball will not give permission for players to participate in the upcoming Venezuelan Professional Baseball League (LVBP) season, three sources close to the Venezuelan league said on Thursday, attributing the move to US sanctions. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
Major League Baseball will not give permission for players to participate in the upcoming Venezuelan Professional Baseball League (LVBP) season, three sources close to the Venezuelan league said on Thursday, attributing the move to US sanctions. (more...)
Jurgen Klopp praises Reds star after win over Arsenal
- August 25, 2019
Liverpool opened up a three-point gap at the top of the Premier League with a 3-1 win over Arsenal which highlighted why the chasing pack are still so far behind them and Manchester City. "We've reduced the difference from previous year (Arsenal lost 5-1 at Anfield in December 2018), but at the moment it's not enough". Emery said: "It was not all we wanted to do in the match because we wanted to keep the ball more, but their pressing was very strong". (more...)
- August 25, 2019
Liverpool opened up a three-point gap at the top of the Premier League with a 3-1 win over Arsenal which highlighted why the chasing pack are still so far behind them and Manchester City. "We've reduced the difference from previous year (Arsenal lost 5-1 at Anfield in December 2018), but at the moment it's not enough". Emery said: "It was not all we wanted to do in the match because we wanted to keep the ball more, but their pressing was very strong". (more...)
Colts QB Andrew Luck is retiring from the NFL
- August 25, 2019
This is the last thing Andrew Luck will remember you for. One thing was clear: The endless barrage of injuries stripped away his joy for the game and prompted him to walk away so he could enjoy the life he wants. "I love this team". And as part of this team, as a member of this team and because of how I feel, I know that I am unable to pour my heart and soul into this position, which would not only sell myself short but the team in the end, as well. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
This is the last thing Andrew Luck will remember you for. One thing was clear: The endless barrage of injuries stripped away his joy for the game and prompted him to walk away so he could enjoy the life he wants. "I love this team". And as part of this team, as a member of this team and because of how I feel, I know that I am unable to pour my heart and soul into this position, which would not only sell myself short but the team in the end, as well. (more...)
Colts Fans Boo Andrew Luck At Preseason Game After Retirement News
- August 25, 2019
Luck's retirement comes at a tough time for the Colts. He cited the lack of progress with his leg injury, which initially was described as a calf strain but later was said to be a high ankle injury. Luck has battled multiple injuries over the past several seasons, most notably a lingering shoulder injury that started in 2015. Luck, who turns 30 in September, won NFL Comeback Player of the Year for his performance last season. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
Luck's retirement comes at a tough time for the Colts. He cited the lack of progress with his leg injury, which initially was described as a calf strain but later was said to be a high ankle injury. Luck has battled multiple injuries over the past several seasons, most notably a lingering shoulder injury that started in 2015. Luck, who turns 30 in September, won NFL Comeback Player of the Year for his performance last season. (more...)
Giants rookie QB Daniel Jones has another strong performance vs Bengals
- August 25, 2019
He's steadily getting better every time he takes the field. He clearly left the possibility open that Jones could get the start against the Cowboys. The Giants have faced criticism since April for selecting the former Duke quarterback with the sixth overall pick, but Shurmur went on to question Jones' critics. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
He's steadily getting better every time he takes the field. He clearly left the possibility open that Jones could get the start against the Cowboys. The Giants have faced criticism since April for selecting the former Duke quarterback with the sixth overall pick, but Shurmur went on to question Jones' critics. (more...)
Mexican authorities arrest Minnesota man charged with killing parents
- August 25, 2019
Dylan Bennett, 22, faces two counts of second-degree murder in connection with the fatal shootings of his parents Barry and Carol Bennett in Long Prairie, Minn. Investigators said Carol Bennett's credit and debit cards were used in Wisconsin, Illinois and OH, and that Dylan Bennett allegedly withdrew "a large sum of cash" from his parents' Long Prairie bank account. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
Dylan Bennett, 22, faces two counts of second-degree murder in connection with the fatal shootings of his parents Barry and Carol Bennett in Long Prairie, Minn. Investigators said Carol Bennett's credit and debit cards were used in Wisconsin, Illinois and OH, and that Dylan Bennett allegedly withdrew "a large sum of cash" from his parents' Long Prairie bank account. (more...)
Colts now turn to Jacoby Brissett as starting QB
- August 25, 2019
He has yet to make an appearance this preseason while dealing with a lingering lower leg issue - one that started out with a calf injury though morphed into an ankle issue. 1 pick in the 2012 draft out of Stanford. The Colts will not play New England during the 2019 regular season. Chiefs superhero quarterback Patrick Mahomes and friends repel Indianapolis Colts QB Andrew Luck in the National Football League playoffs. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
He has yet to make an appearance this preseason while dealing with a lingering lower leg issue - one that started out with a calf injury though morphed into an ankle issue. 1 pick in the 2012 draft out of Stanford. The Colts will not play New England during the 2019 regular season. Chiefs superhero quarterback Patrick Mahomes and friends repel Indianapolis Colts QB Andrew Luck in the National Football League playoffs. (more...)
Christian Eriksen unfazed by Tottenham exit talk, says Mauricio Pochettino
- August 25, 2019
He has been heavily linked by the Spanish media with a move to Real Madrid before the European transfer window closes on Sep. 2. He said: "It's not the best situation for him [Eriksen] and for everyone". Wanyama is no longer a key member of the Tottenham squad and the club have been looking to find a buyer for the midfielder all summer. He admits that the midfielder has been unlucky with injuries but conceded that other players have stepped up to take his place in the team. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
He has been heavily linked by the Spanish media with a move to Real Madrid before the European transfer window closes on Sep. 2. He said: "It's not the best situation for him [Eriksen] and for everyone". Wanyama is no longer a key member of the Tottenham squad and the club have been looking to find a buyer for the midfielder all summer. He admits that the midfielder has been unlucky with injuries but conceded that other players have stepped up to take his place in the team. (more...)
Pep Guardiola admits he thought David Silva would suffer at Manchester City
- August 25, 2019
Silva will leave City with an array of honours which already includes four league titles, four League Cups and two FA Cups. "For the fans, for me, it's a privilege what he has done for this club - players like him have helped this club establish themselves in the Premier League and in Europe". (more...)
- August 25, 2019
Silva will leave City with an array of honours which already includes four league titles, four League Cups and two FA Cups. "For the fans, for me, it's a privilege what he has done for this club - players like him have helped this club establish themselves in the Premier League and in Europe". (more...)
Multiple people struck by lightning at PGA Tour Championship
- August 25, 2019
ET. This video shows a slo-mo version of the strike. Fans had been asked to seek shelter when play was stopped, and all players had been removed from the course. The statement added the injuries "do not appear to be life-threatening". The championship has been suspended for the day and is set to resume on Sunday at 8 a.m. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
ET. This video shows a slo-mo version of the strike. Fans had been asked to seek shelter when play was stopped, and all players had been removed from the course. The statement added the injuries "do not appear to be life-threatening". The championship has been suspended for the day and is set to resume on Sunday at 8 a.m. (more...)
Anderlecht player-manager Kompany hands over matchday coaching duties
- August 25, 2019
Anderlecht are now sitting 13th in league after their opening four games, picking up just two points after draws against Mouscron and Mechelen. Vincent Kompany will concentrate on playing football for Anderlecht and will no longer be player-manager during match days. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
Anderlecht are now sitting 13th in league after their opening four games, picking up just two points after draws against Mouscron and Mechelen. Vincent Kompany will concentrate on playing football for Anderlecht and will no longer be player-manager during match days. (more...)
Manchester United show familiar failings in defeat to Crystal Palace
- August 25, 2019
Manchester United have announced their team and substitutes to play host to Roy Hodgson's Crystal Palace outfit at Old Trafford this afternoon . The now-Inter striker split opinion among United supporters, but he averaged a goal every two games and no other player boasts a similar ratio. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
Manchester United have announced their team and substitutes to play host to Roy Hodgson's Crystal Palace outfit at Old Trafford this afternoon . The now-Inter striker split opinion among United supporters, but he averaged a goal every two games and no other player boasts a similar ratio. (more...)
Watford's Deeney undergoes knee surgery
- August 24, 2019
Our live coverage lets you follow all the key moments as they happen. "We need to play every game as a final and, after that, we shall see where we finish". There are always tough games and hard teams to beat. Watford captain Troy Deeney has undergone successful "minor" knee surgery and will be out of action for "several weeks" while he recovers, the club has confirmed. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
Our live coverage lets you follow all the key moments as they happen. "We need to play every game as a final and, after that, we shall see where we finish". There are always tough games and hard teams to beat. Watford captain Troy Deeney has undergone successful "minor" knee surgery and will be out of action for "several weeks" while he recovers, the club has confirmed. (more...)
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