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Rashford can be as good as Ronaldo, says Solskjaer
- December 11, 2019
Notably, United who needed a push, were helped by the forward in their resurgence of late. Notably, he is just 22 and there are signs of him progressing. With a youth force in attack, the future for United looks promising. "It's very easy to compare the two of them", Solskjaer said. Both with skills, body shape, attitude, attributes - everything. (more...)
- December 11, 2019
Notably, United who needed a push, were helped by the forward in their resurgence of late. Notably, he is just 22 and there are signs of him progressing. With a youth force in attack, the future for United looks promising. "It's very easy to compare the two of them", Solskjaer said. Both with skills, body shape, attitude, attributes - everything. (more...)
Ted Simmons earns Hall of Fame selection
- December 11, 2019
Among the members of the 16-member committee were George Brett, Rod Carew, Dennis Eckersley, Eddie Murray, Ozzie Smith, Robin Yount, Sandy Alderson, Dave Dombrowski, Walt Jocketty, Doug Melvin and Terry Ryan. Over Simmons' 13 seasons with the Cardinals, five seasons with the Brewers, and three seasons with the Braves, he accumulated eight All-Star appearances. (more...)
- December 11, 2019
Among the members of the 16-member committee were George Brett, Rod Carew, Dennis Eckersley, Eddie Murray, Ozzie Smith, Robin Yount, Sandy Alderson, Dave Dombrowski, Walt Jocketty, Doug Melvin and Terry Ryan. Over Simmons' 13 seasons with the Cardinals, five seasons with the Brewers, and three seasons with the Braves, he accumulated eight All-Star appearances. (more...)
Jets won't discipline Bell for bowling after flu absence
- December 11, 2019
Bell missed the final two days of practice with the Jets as he was dealing with the illness and was even sent home by head coach Adam Gase on Friday. Gase acknowledged at a press conference Tuesday that Bell's bowling trip was a questionable decision given his health status. I understand that. That's why I'm always trying to stay patient. (more...)
- December 11, 2019
Bell missed the final two days of practice with the Jets as he was dealing with the illness and was even sent home by head coach Adam Gase on Friday. Gase acknowledged at a press conference Tuesday that Bell's bowling trip was a questionable decision given his health status. I understand that. That's why I'm always trying to stay patient. (more...)
Lankan cricketers arrive in Pakistan amid tight security
- December 11, 2019
For Sri Lanka , Suranga Lakmal will miss the series after originally being part of the squad, after contracting dengue. None of the players in the current Pakistan squad have ever played a Test match in Pakistan . On the cricketing front, Pakistan are beset by poor results; they have lost their last seven completed matches across formats, culminating in a wretched 2-0 Test series defeat to Australia, where Pakistan failed to make the hosts bat twice in either Test. (more...)
- December 11, 2019
For Sri Lanka , Suranga Lakmal will miss the series after originally being part of the squad, after contracting dengue. None of the players in the current Pakistan squad have ever played a Test match in Pakistan . On the cricketing front, Pakistan are beset by poor results; they have lost their last seven completed matches across formats, culminating in a wretched 2-0 Test series defeat to Australia, where Pakistan failed to make the hosts bat twice in either Test. (more...)
Napoli Sack Manager Carlo Ancelotti After Weeks of Behind-the-Scenes Unrest
- December 11, 2019
Ancelotti's dismissal had been widely predicted by the Italian media who said Napoli had lined up Gennaro Gattuso, fired by AC Milan at the end of last season, as his replacement. I don't know anything about contact with other coaches, we just focused on the game. "The situation here is that the team has not been able to express its full value, but there were no clashes, aside from isolated incidents that happen everywhere". (more...)
- December 11, 2019
Ancelotti's dismissal had been widely predicted by the Italian media who said Napoli had lined up Gennaro Gattuso, fired by AC Milan at the end of last season, as his replacement. I don't know anything about contact with other coaches, we just focused on the game. "The situation here is that the team has not been able to express its full value, but there were no clashes, aside from isolated incidents that happen everywhere". (more...)
Fati makes history as Nerazzurri drop into Europa League
- December 11, 2019
But it was Fati who stole the show just a minute after coming off the bench, exchanging passes with Suarez on the edge of the area before arrowing a low shot in off the post. Griezmann was replaced by Luis Suarez but Inter pressed again with Lukaku the focal point, although he was wasteful once more when played in by the superb Martinez. (more...)
- December 11, 2019
But it was Fati who stole the show just a minute after coming off the bench, exchanging passes with Suarez on the edge of the area before arrowing a low shot in off the post. Griezmann was replaced by Luis Suarez but Inter pressed again with Lukaku the focal point, although he was wasteful once more when played in by the superb Martinez. (more...)
Atlanta WR Calvin Ridley out for the season with an abdominal injury
- December 11, 2019
Thank you for all of your prayers and well wishes. Despite this injury, Ridley has had a great sophomore season. Ryan, who entered the game needing 34 yards to hit the milestone, reached 50,000 following a 14-yard pass to Russell Gage in the first quarter. (more...)
- December 11, 2019
Thank you for all of your prayers and well wishes. Despite this injury, Ridley has had a great sophomore season. Ryan, who entered the game needing 34 yards to hit the milestone, reached 50,000 following a 14-yard pass to Russell Gage in the first quarter. (more...)
Dallas Stars dismiss coach over ‘unprofessional conduct’
- December 10, 2019
Montgomery is the second National Hockey League coach to be ousted for inappropriate behavior in less than a month. On Nov. 29, Bill Peters resigned as Calgary Flames head coach amid allegations of racial slurs and physical abuse of players in previous jobs. (more...)
- December 10, 2019
Montgomery is the second National Hockey League coach to be ousted for inappropriate behavior in less than a month. On Nov. 29, Bill Peters resigned as Calgary Flames head coach amid allegations of racial slurs and physical abuse of players in previous jobs. (more...)
Manchester City and Chelsea to compete for Dutch national football player
- December 10, 2019
But the Spaniard also admitted that "when an incredible opportunity arrives in January for the next four, five or six years, maybe we can think about it". Meanwhile, the Blues are also said to be keen on Leicester City full-back, Ben Chilwell. Sky Sports brings you the latest news from the transfer market in January with the return of three shows. (more...)
- December 10, 2019
But the Spaniard also admitted that "when an incredible opportunity arrives in January for the next four, five or six years, maybe we can think about it". Meanwhile, the Blues are also said to be keen on Leicester City full-back, Ben Chilwell. Sky Sports brings you the latest news from the transfer market in January with the return of three shows. (more...)
Mauritius Open: Rasmus Hojgaard wins maiden European Tour title after three-man play-off
- December 10, 2019
Hojgaard then turned on the style when playing the 18th a further three times, twice recording birdies to match Rozner - as Paratore was eliminated - and then sealing victory with a wonderful eagle. The Belgian had earlier recovered from a double bogey six at the 11th to make birdies at the 14th and 16th, before he fell out of a share of the lead with a dropped shot at the 17th after he found a hard lie in the bunker. (more...)
- December 10, 2019
Hojgaard then turned on the style when playing the 18th a further three times, twice recording birdies to match Rozner - as Paratore was eliminated - and then sealing victory with a wonderful eagle. The Belgian had earlier recovered from a double bogey six at the 11th to make birdies at the 14th and 16th, before he fell out of a share of the lead with a dropped shot at the 17th after he found a hard lie in the bunker. (more...)
Arsenal have held talks with Marcelino, Spaniard wants the job
- December 10, 2019
If the Gunners were to offer Sousa the job, he could leave Les Girondins at any point, given he has just a £2.5million buy-out clause in his contract. With multiple Europa League's to his name in Spain and titles in France with Paris Saint-Germain he obviously speaks the game well. In his first outing as Everton's coach, the former striker guided the Blues to an emphatic 3-1 victory over Premier League giants Chelsea in front of a roaring home crowd. (more...)
- December 10, 2019
If the Gunners were to offer Sousa the job, he could leave Les Girondins at any point, given he has just a £2.5million buy-out clause in his contract. With multiple Europa League's to his name in Spain and titles in France with Paris Saint-Germain he obviously speaks the game well. In his first outing as Everton's coach, the former striker guided the Blues to an emphatic 3-1 victory over Premier League giants Chelsea in front of a roaring home crowd. (more...)
USA soccer star Megan Rapinoe named Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of Year
- December 10, 2019
Rapinoe rocketed to household fame this year, taking home the Golden Boot and Golden Ball from the World Cup as top scorer and best player, as the USA retained the trophy and on the way became advocates for gender pay equity in sport. Rapinoe and her teammates were busing to their training grounds in the western outskirts of Paris on June 26, in advance of a quarterfinal against France, when Donald Trump fired his Twitter salvo. (more...)
- December 10, 2019
Rapinoe rocketed to household fame this year, taking home the Golden Boot and Golden Ball from the World Cup as top scorer and best player, as the USA retained the trophy and on the way became advocates for gender pay equity in sport. Rapinoe and her teammates were busing to their training grounds in the western outskirts of Paris on June 26, in advance of a quarterfinal against France, when Donald Trump fired his Twitter salvo. (more...)
Florida State presents Norvell as new coach
- December 10, 2019
Memphis has named Ryan Silverfield as the Tigers' interim coach, and athletic director Laird Veatch will oversee the search to replace Mike Norvell after he was introduced as Florida State's new coach. Memphis placed a player on the AP All-America first team after both the 2017 (receiver Anthony Miller) and 2018 (Darrell Henderson) seasons. His offense became known for its explosiveness, leading to big plays. (more...)
- December 10, 2019
Memphis has named Ryan Silverfield as the Tigers' interim coach, and athletic director Laird Veatch will oversee the search to replace Mike Norvell after he was introduced as Florida State's new coach. Memphis placed a player on the AP All-America first team after both the 2017 (receiver Anthony Miller) and 2018 (Darrell Henderson) seasons. His offense became known for its explosiveness, leading to big plays. (more...)
Malaysia adds 8 gold to total SEA Games haul
- December 10, 2019
And Le Tu Chinh defended her 2017 100m title, beating Filipina sprinter Kristina Marie Knott in a reversal of Saturday night's 200m result. At the time of writing, the scoresheet at the SEA Games 2019 Men's football final read 2-0 in favour of Vietnam, as it nearly looks game over for their rivals Indonesia. (more...)
- December 10, 2019
And Le Tu Chinh defended her 2017 100m title, beating Filipina sprinter Kristina Marie Knott in a reversal of Saturday night's 200m result. At the time of writing, the scoresheet at the SEA Games 2019 Men's football final read 2-0 in favour of Vietnam, as it nearly looks game over for their rivals Indonesia. (more...)
Russian Federation 'angry' after doping ban
- December 10, 2019
In a separate statement, Russia's Minister of Sport Pavel Kolobkov said Moscow did everything the WADA demanded although the agency was "constantly increasing demands". "The fact that all these decisions are being repeated, and often against athletes who have already been punished, not to mention other points, gives an idea that it is the continuation of the anti-Russian hysteria that has become chronic", he said. (more...)
- December 10, 2019
In a separate statement, Russia's Minister of Sport Pavel Kolobkov said Moscow did everything the WADA demanded although the agency was "constantly increasing demands". "The fact that all these decisions are being repeated, and often against athletes who have already been punished, not to mention other points, gives an idea that it is the continuation of the anti-Russian hysteria that has become chronic", he said. (more...)
Man Utd defender Lindelof: Solskjaer urges us to be fearless
- December 10, 2019
Under pressure, and with just the keeper to beat, the Scot chests the ball under control and lifts it sublimely over Grace Moloney's head and into the corner of the net. He added: "We have to stamp it out". "And that's where we have to get Paul Pogba back - he's the one who can unlock the door". At around 6.55pm on Saturday, police were called to a report of a supporter making alleged racist gestures and sounds towards players during the Manchester derby, which United won 2-1. (more...)
- December 10, 2019
Under pressure, and with just the keeper to beat, the Scot chests the ball under control and lifts it sublimely over Grace Moloney's head and into the corner of the net. He added: "We have to stamp it out". "And that's where we have to get Paul Pogba back - he's the one who can unlock the door". At around 6.55pm on Saturday, police were called to a report of a supporter making alleged racist gestures and sounds towards players during the Manchester derby, which United won 2-1. (more...)
Jones wins 2019 Emirates Australian Open
- December 10, 2019
Matt Jones moved a step closer to winning the Australian Open for a second time after extending his lead to three strokes at the end of the third round. The Open will be held July 16-19, 2020, as it returns to Royal St. George's for the first time since 2011. "It's unbelievable, if there is a Major that I would like to win is (The Open)", said Jones, who played at Royal Troon in 2016 and Carnoustie in 2018. (more...)
- December 10, 2019
Matt Jones moved a step closer to winning the Australian Open for a second time after extending his lead to three strokes at the end of the third round. The Open will be held July 16-19, 2020, as it returns to Royal St. George's for the first time since 2011. "It's unbelievable, if there is a Major that I would like to win is (The Open)", said Jones, who played at Royal Troon in 2016 and Carnoustie in 2018. (more...)
Missouri to hire Eli Drinkwitz as new head football coach
- December 10, 2019
Our news partners at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch report Mizzou will hire the Appalachian State coach to succeed Barry Odom , who was sacked November 30. Mizzou fired Barry Odom after a 6-6 season. Eli Drinkwitz is expected to be confirmed Tuesday as the new head coach at Missouri, but Appalachian State isn't waiting for the official word. (more...)
- December 10, 2019
Our news partners at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch report Mizzou will hire the Appalachian State coach to succeed Barry Odom , who was sacked November 30. Mizzou fired Barry Odom after a 6-6 season. Eli Drinkwitz is expected to be confirmed Tuesday as the new head coach at Missouri, but Appalachian State isn't waiting for the official word. (more...)
No. 3 Clemson, No. 22 Virginia square off for ACC title
- December 10, 2019
Possibly ok to be No. 1? "I think so. But, hopefully, in a couple of weeks we'll get a chance to prove it", he said. Lawrence and Higgins, the game's MVP, headed that list against the Cavaliers. The Cavaliers played without leading receiver and the ACC's top kick returner in Joe Reed due to injury. Perkins believed the loss confirmed Virginia easy methods to transfer up within the ACC. (more...)
- December 10, 2019
Possibly ok to be No. 1? "I think so. But, hopefully, in a couple of weeks we'll get a chance to prove it", he said. Lawrence and Higgins, the game's MVP, headed that list against the Cavaliers. The Cavaliers played without leading receiver and the ACC's top kick returner in Joe Reed due to injury. Perkins believed the loss confirmed Virginia easy methods to transfer up within the ACC. (more...)
Tigers to play Ohio State in Fiesta Bowl
- December 10, 2019
Bowl season kicks off on Friday, Dec. 20 and will run through the national title game on Monday, Jan. 13. LSU will play Oklahoma and Ohio State will face defending national champion Clemson in the College Football Playoff. This will be the Buckeyes' ninth Fiesta Bowl appearance and seventh since 2003. Clemson's only win against those teams was its 62-17 victory Saturday against Virginia. (more...)
- December 10, 2019
Bowl season kicks off on Friday, Dec. 20 and will run through the national title game on Monday, Jan. 13. LSU will play Oklahoma and Ohio State will face defending national champion Clemson in the College Football Playoff. This will be the Buckeyes' ninth Fiesta Bowl appearance and seventh since 2003. Clemson's only win against those teams was its 62-17 victory Saturday against Virginia. (more...)
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