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Jose Mourinho: "This is now my team"
- August 14, 2017
Today was very good and he was very effective, with the first goal especially. The former Everton talisman had a fine spell at Goodison Park but the striker struggled against the Premier League big boys. Jose Mourinho has had two summer transfer windows to create a team in his image. My dedication to my job is always at the maximum, even more now than when I started, and I believe at the end of the season we will see the results. (more...)
- August 14, 2017
Today was very good and he was very effective, with the first goal especially. The former Everton talisman had a fine spell at Goodison Park but the striker struggled against the Premier League big boys. Jose Mourinho has had two summer transfer windows to create a team in his image. My dedication to my job is always at the maximum, even more now than when I started, and I believe at the end of the season we will see the results. (more...)
Atlanta Falcons RB Devonta Freeman placed in concussion protocol
- August 14, 2017
Quinn added that he's not sure Freeman will be out for the rest of the preseason, per ESPN.com. Freeman, who signed a five-year contract extension worth a reported $41.25 million last Wednesday, was forced to leave Sunday's practice. Ward, who led the Falcons in rushing with 48 yards on 11 carries and a touchdown against Miami, has worn a black - non-contact - jersey during the past two practices. (more...)
- August 14, 2017
Quinn added that he's not sure Freeman will be out for the rest of the preseason, per ESPN.com. Freeman, who signed a five-year contract extension worth a reported $41.25 million last Wednesday, was forced to leave Sunday's practice. Ward, who led the Falcons in rushing with 48 yards on 11 carries and a touchdown against Miami, has worn a black - non-contact - jersey during the past two practices. (more...)
Jose Mourinho hails Romelu Lukaku, Namanja Matic experience
- August 14, 2017
However, Mourinho was unable to match Manchester United's fifth-place finish in their final season under the Dutch coach, with the Red Devils ending up in sixth spot in the 2016-17 season. Slaven Bilic had clearly set up his side to be compact and frustrate the home side, but Mourinho's men were in a rampant mood as they laid siege to the West Ham goal. (more...)
- August 14, 2017
However, Mourinho was unable to match Manchester United's fifth-place finish in their final season under the Dutch coach, with the Red Devils ending up in sixth spot in the 2016-17 season. Slaven Bilic had clearly set up his side to be compact and frustrate the home side, but Mourinho's men were in a rampant mood as they laid siege to the West Ham goal. (more...)
India Thump Sri Lanka in Third Test to Complete Series Whitewash
- August 14, 2017
On the third day of the last Test match of the series at Pallekelle, Team India will be looking to clean sweep the series against Sri Lanka . After an early fall of wickets, Pandya and Kuldeep Yadav had stabilised the innings and helped India reach a challenging score. (more...)
- August 14, 2017
On the third day of the last Test match of the series at Pallekelle, Team India will be looking to clean sweep the series against Sri Lanka . After an early fall of wickets, Pandya and Kuldeep Yadav had stabilised the innings and helped India reach a challenging score. (more...)
United in talks with Ibrahimovic about striker staying
- August 14, 2017
Since Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement in 2013, United have been widely criticised for producing turgid, pedestrian displays devoid of attacking verve under David Moyes, Louis van Gaal and in Mourinho's maiden season in charge. Let us know your thoughts. An unusually cheerful Mourinho told Sky Sports: 'I'm happy to start! "He was a player this team needs". It turns out that goals are a lot like London buses, and the second pulled up moments later. (more...)
- August 14, 2017
Since Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement in 2013, United have been widely criticised for producing turgid, pedestrian displays devoid of attacking verve under David Moyes, Louis van Gaal and in Mourinho's maiden season in charge. Let us know your thoughts. An unusually cheerful Mourinho told Sky Sports: 'I'm happy to start! "He was a player this team needs". It turns out that goals are a lot like London buses, and the second pulled up moments later. (more...)
Barcelona defender Gerard Pique: It's tough to spend €222M
- August 14, 2017
Pique has been mocked for posting "he stays" with a picture of him and Neymar together on Barca's pre-season tour to the United States on July 23. The Spain worldwide previously claimed it was just his guess that Neymar would not leave Barca, but Pique has now altered his version of events. (more...)
- August 14, 2017
Pique has been mocked for posting "he stays" with a picture of him and Neymar together on Barca's pre-season tour to the United States on July 23. The Spain worldwide previously claimed it was just his guess that Neymar would not leave Barca, but Pique has now altered his version of events. (more...)
Out of lineup Sunday
- August 14, 2017
Velasquez - the Phillies 25-year-old righthanded starter - will be sticking around Philadelphia this week after being placed on the disabled list Friday after leaving his Thursday start with numbness, swelling and discoloration in his right middle finger. (more...)
- August 14, 2017
Velasquez - the Phillies 25-year-old righthanded starter - will be sticking around Philadelphia this week after being placed on the disabled list Friday after leaving his Thursday start with numbness, swelling and discoloration in his right middle finger. (more...)
Sanchez to miss Arsenal's EPL opener against Leicester
- August 14, 2017
Wenger claimed: " Sanchez will not be available ". "He had a scan two days ago and is out for a while". He will miss Arsenal's opening day fixture against Leicester City with an abdominal injury, with Arsene Wenger's side priced at 8/15 to win the game . (more...)
- August 14, 2017
Wenger claimed: " Sanchez will not be available ". "He had a scan two days ago and is out for a while". He will miss Arsenal's opening day fixture against Leicester City with an abdominal injury, with Arsene Wenger's side priced at 8/15 to win the game . (more...)
Jose Mourinho singles out one player for praise after Real Madrid defeat
- August 14, 2017
Leicester City's triumph two years ago has shown us that any team with the right personnel, management and good luck against injuries, can challenge for and win the title; however, for this season I believe that the victor will come from a group of seven teams which I will tag as the contenders. (more...)
- August 14, 2017
Leicester City's triumph two years ago has shown us that any team with the right personnel, management and good luck against injuries, can challenge for and win the title; however, for this season I believe that the victor will come from a group of seven teams which I will tag as the contenders. (more...)
Nemanja Matic offers Roy Keane qualities to new-look Man United
- August 14, 2017
The Portuguese coach is starting his second Premier League season in charge of the Red Devils after Mourinho was appointed as Louis van Gaal's successor last term. In the 1-1 draw in November, United had eight shots on target but only scored once, while six on target this time produced four goals . Mourinho has designs on achieving success in the league, UEFA Champions League and the domestic cups in 2017-18 and he's not shy about expressing his excitement. (more...)
- August 14, 2017
The Portuguese coach is starting his second Premier League season in charge of the Red Devils after Mourinho was appointed as Louis van Gaal's successor last term. In the 1-1 draw in November, United had eight shots on target but only scored once, while six on target this time produced four goals . Mourinho has designs on achieving success in the league, UEFA Champions League and the domestic cups in 2017-18 and he's not shy about expressing his excitement. (more...)
Louis Oosthuizen HILARIOUS reaction after PGA Champs
- August 14, 2017
Fortunately, Oosthuizen took it all in his stride and posted this hilarious video on Twitter. "Two loose shots on 10 and 11 probably cost me one, maybe two shots", Oosthuizen said. I looked down and I could see it was completely bent", he said. "I didn't hit a very good shot". "Just be patient the whole day tomorrow". His 1-under 70 Sunday, capped off by a 53-foot birdie make at the last left him two behind Justin Thomas, in a tie with Francesco Molinari and Patrick Reed at 6 under par. (more...)
- August 14, 2017
Fortunately, Oosthuizen took it all in his stride and posted this hilarious video on Twitter. "Two loose shots on 10 and 11 probably cost me one, maybe two shots", Oosthuizen said. I looked down and I could see it was completely bent", he said. "I didn't hit a very good shot". "Just be patient the whole day tomorrow". His 1-under 70 Sunday, capped off by a 53-foot birdie make at the last left him two behind Justin Thomas, in a tie with Francesco Molinari and Patrick Reed at 6 under par. (more...)
Bennett and Lynch stay seated as anthem protest spreads
- August 14, 2017
Bennett spent time with Kaepernick earlier this summer, volunteering with Know Your Rights Camp , a youth campaign funded by Kaepernick that is dedicated to "raise awareness on higher education, self-empowerment, and instruction to properly interact with law enforcement in various scenarios". (more...)
- August 14, 2017
Bennett spent time with Kaepernick earlier this summer, volunteering with Know Your Rights Camp , a youth campaign funded by Kaepernick that is dedicated to "raise awareness on higher education, self-empowerment, and instruction to properly interact with law enforcement in various scenarios". (more...)
Eight years after attack, Sri Lanka set to tour Pakistan
- August 14, 2017
Worldwide cricket could be returning to Pakistan next month after Sri Lanka Cricket ( SLC ) said that they would play at least one Twenty20 global in Lahore, but only if "the logistical and operational plans fall in place". "Once Sri Lanka have toured Pakistan, the door will be open for safe passage of other teams to Pakistan". Eight years after it suffered one of the deadliest terror attacks ever on a sports team when their team bus was attacked by terrorists in Lahore on March 3, 2009, ... (more...)
- August 14, 2017
Worldwide cricket could be returning to Pakistan next month after Sri Lanka Cricket ( SLC ) said that they would play at least one Twenty20 global in Lahore, but only if "the logistical and operational plans fall in place". "Once Sri Lanka have toured Pakistan, the door will be open for safe passage of other teams to Pakistan". Eight years after it suffered one of the deadliest terror attacks ever on a sports team when their team bus was attacked by terrorists in Lahore on March 3, 2009, ... (more...)
Real Madrid Star Suggested Ronaldo Copy Messi Celebration After Super Cup Strike
- August 14, 2017
An inspired play from Isco and Ronaldo ended with the Portuguese forward restoring Real's lead with a stunning strike in the 80th minute. The Real ace was first booked for removing his shirt to celebrate the goal which put Real ahead for the second time and only two minutes later received a second booking for diving in the area. (more...)
- August 14, 2017
An inspired play from Isco and Ronaldo ended with the Portuguese forward restoring Real's lead with a stunning strike in the 80th minute. The Real ace was first booked for removing his shirt to celebrate the goal which put Real ahead for the second time and only two minutes later received a second booking for diving in the area. (more...)
Diego Costa blasts Antonio Conte, Chelsea: 'I'm not a criminal!'
- August 14, 2017
He has done a good job [at Chelsea] and I can see that, but as a person, no. "I am waiting for Chelsea to set me free", the player told the Daily Mail . The 28-year-old Brazil-born Spain striker joined Chelsea from Atletico Madrid in July 2014 and has twice won the Premier League title during his three years at Stamford Bridge. (more...)
- August 14, 2017
He has done a good job [at Chelsea] and I can see that, but as a person, no. "I am waiting for Chelsea to set me free", the player told the Daily Mail . The 28-year-old Brazil-born Spain striker joined Chelsea from Atletico Madrid in July 2014 and has twice won the Premier League title during his three years at Stamford Bridge. (more...)
PSG not after Sanchez: Wenger
- August 14, 2017
Sanchez in particular has been the subject of intense speculation about his future amid reported interest from the big-spending duo of Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain. Undermining Wenger's quest for harmony is the uncertainty surrounding several first-team players. I don't know if it is two weeks or one more week, but he will not be available. (more...)
- August 14, 2017
Sanchez in particular has been the subject of intense speculation about his future amid reported interest from the big-spending duo of Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain. Undermining Wenger's quest for harmony is the uncertainty surrounding several first-team players. I don't know if it is two weeks or one more week, but he will not be available. (more...)
Mourinho says Man Utd still in the market for a winger
- August 14, 2017
I'll do my best. To remedy that, the Catalan has overseen a £200million turnaround of City's squad, with Ederson, Kyle Walker, Danilo and Benjamin Mendy revolutionising City's ageing back line. It was one of the costliest moves in Europe during a summer transfer window that has seen United midfielder Paul Pogba replaced as the most expensive player in football by Neymar, who joined Paris Saint-Germain for 222 million euros ($262 million). (more...)
- August 14, 2017
I'll do my best. To remedy that, the Catalan has overseen a £200million turnaround of City's squad, with Ederson, Kyle Walker, Danilo and Benjamin Mendy revolutionising City's ageing back line. It was one of the costliest moves in Europe during a summer transfer window that has seen United midfielder Paul Pogba replaced as the most expensive player in football by Neymar, who joined Paris Saint-Germain for 222 million euros ($262 million). (more...)
Cubs, Diamondbacks try to keep streaking Cardinals at bay
- August 14, 2017
He was tagged for two runs in the first and another run in the second before setting down until Schwarber and Avila greeted him with home runs to open the sixth. METS 6, PHILLIES 2: Michael Conforto and Curtis Granderson hit two-run homers and the Phillies ran themselves into trouble after Chris Flexen (2-1) loaded the bases in the fifth inning with no outs. (more...)
- August 14, 2017
He was tagged for two runs in the first and another run in the second before setting down until Schwarber and Avila greeted him with home runs to open the sixth. METS 6, PHILLIES 2: Michael Conforto and Curtis Granderson hit two-run homers and the Phillies ran themselves into trouble after Chris Flexen (2-1) loaded the bases in the fifth inning with no outs. (more...)
Justin Thomas' Birdie Putt & Chip In At PGA Championship
- August 14, 2017
The 24-year-old - whose father is a club professional and whose late grandfather was a long-time professional who qualified for the 1962 US Open - became the eighth first-time major victor since 2015. But the more I play, it's just not allowing that time to heal 100 percent. The table was set for the finish. Having already captured wins at The Masters and The U.S. (more...)
- August 14, 2017
The 24-year-old - whose father is a club professional and whose late grandfather was a long-time professional who qualified for the 1962 US Open - became the eighth first-time major victor since 2015. But the more I play, it's just not allowing that time to heal 100 percent. The table was set for the finish. Having already captured wins at The Masters and The U.S. (more...)
Wenger braced for knife-edge Arsenal season
- August 14, 2017
The Chile global has been heavily linked with a move away from the Emirates Stadium this summer with Manchester City and Paris Saint Germain interested though the Gunners are not willing to let him leave without a fight. Everyone knows the drill - when a player who is trying to leave a club then becomes 'ill" or "injured' the rumours will fly . The Egyptian has been played in the back three in preseason by manager Arsene Wenger . (more...)
- August 14, 2017
The Chile global has been heavily linked with a move away from the Emirates Stadium this summer with Manchester City and Paris Saint Germain interested though the Gunners are not willing to let him leave without a fight. Everyone knows the drill - when a player who is trying to leave a club then becomes 'ill" or "injured' the rumours will fly . The Egyptian has been played in the back three in preseason by manager Arsene Wenger . (more...)
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