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Russian Federation hits back at United Kingdom, cites 2018 World Cup
- March 17, 2018
A Welsh Labour MP has called for Federation Internationale de Football Association to delay the World Cup and move it out of Russia in wake of the country using a nerve agent to attack a former spy in Britain. The warnings to travellers could further depress sales of World Cup tickets to Britons, which had already been hit by fears that Russian hooligans were planning to confront England fans. (more...)
- March 17, 2018
A Welsh Labour MP has called for Federation Internationale de Football Association to delay the World Cup and move it out of Russia in wake of the country using a nerve agent to attack a former spy in Britain. The warnings to travellers could further depress sales of World Cup tickets to Britons, which had already been hit by fears that Russian hooligans were planning to confront England fans. (more...)
England coach Jones apologises for offensive remarks
- March 17, 2018
Jones was forced to apologise on Wednesday night after footage emerged of him making offensive comments against Wales and Ireland during a corporate talk on leadership given in Japan a year ago. "The learnings we'll get from this, albeit very painful, are absolutely crucial going forward because it's about how we respond", added Jones. In his apology, released by the Rugby Football Union, Jones said: "I apologise unreservedly for any offence caused - no excuses and I shouldn't have ... (more...)
- March 17, 2018
Jones was forced to apologise on Wednesday night after footage emerged of him making offensive comments against Wales and Ireland during a corporate talk on leadership given in Japan a year ago. "The learnings we'll get from this, albeit very painful, are absolutely crucial going forward because it's about how we respond", added Jones. In his apology, released by the Rugby Football Union, Jones said: "I apologise unreservedly for any offence caused - no excuses and I shouldn't have ... (more...)
Rossi signs two year contract with Yamaha By
- March 17, 2018
Italian MotoGP great Valentino Rossi has signed a two-year contract extension that will keep him at the factory Yamaha team into his 40s. The new contract will run out in 2020, when the nine-time world champion will be almost 42. Right before the season opener at Losail, Qatar, Valentino Rossi has extended his contract with Yamaha . "I want to thank Yamaha - Lin Jarvis and Maio Meregalli in particular - for their trust in me, because the challenge is hard, being competitive until ... (more...)
- March 17, 2018
Italian MotoGP great Valentino Rossi has signed a two-year contract extension that will keep him at the factory Yamaha team into his 40s. The new contract will run out in 2020, when the nine-time world champion will be almost 42. Right before the season opener at Losail, Qatar, Valentino Rossi has extended his contract with Yamaha . "I want to thank Yamaha - Lin Jarvis and Maio Meregalli in particular - for their trust in me, because the challenge is hard, being competitive until ... (more...)
Eagles have released DE Vinny Curry
- March 17, 2018
Curry reportedly declined to take a pay cut when the team approached him a few weeks ago. The update came after Rapoport had previously reported Philadelphia was "expected to release" the defensive end, who was due $9 million this year for a team that was "up against the cap". (more...)
- March 17, 2018
Curry reportedly declined to take a pay cut when the team approached him a few weeks ago. The update came after Rapoport had previously reported Philadelphia was "expected to release" the defensive end, who was due $9 million this year for a team that was "up against the cap". (more...)
Manchester United transfer report: Juventus have 'serious' interest in Anthony Martial
- March 17, 2018
The Bianconeri have established contact with the Manchester United superstar's agents, and are set to launch the offensive for him in the summer transfer window. Rumours circulated last week that Juventus were interesting in taking Martial to Serie A. The forward has scored 11 goals in 39 appearances for Jose Mourinho's side across all competitions this season, and has been named in Didier Deschamps' France squad for their upcoming friendlies against Colombia and Russian Federation. (more...)
- March 17, 2018
The Bianconeri have established contact with the Manchester United superstar's agents, and are set to launch the offensive for him in the summer transfer window. Rumours circulated last week that Juventus were interesting in taking Martial to Serie A. The forward has scored 11 goals in 39 appearances for Jose Mourinho's side across all competitions this season, and has been named in Didier Deschamps' France squad for their upcoming friendlies against Colombia and Russian Federation. (more...)
Texans reportedly add another weapon in secondary with Mathieu signing
- March 17, 2018
Terms of the agreement were not immediately disclosed. Arizona made a decision to release Mathieu on Wednesday when the two sides couldn't come together on a restructured contract. In his first year with the Pats, he averaged five yards per carry, matching his career high. Mathieu also returns to the Gulf Coast after becoming an All-American at LSU. (more...)
- March 17, 2018
Terms of the agreement were not immediately disclosed. Arizona made a decision to release Mathieu on Wednesday when the two sides couldn't come together on a restructured contract. In his first year with the Pats, he averaged five yards per carry, matching his career high. Mathieu also returns to the Gulf Coast after becoming an All-American at LSU. (more...)
Elway says 'we got our guy' in Keenum
- March 17, 2018
Just ten days after Keenum signed a one-year tender with the Rams in 2016, they selected Jared Goff with the first overall pick in the National Football League draft. Elway lauded Keenum's renowned work ethic, his leadership and his success after going undrafted out of the University of Houston but building a strong resume with the Texans, Rams and Vikings . (more...)
- March 17, 2018
Just ten days after Keenum signed a one-year tender with the Rams in 2016, they selected Jared Goff with the first overall pick in the National Football League draft. Elway lauded Keenum's renowned work ethic, his leadership and his success after going undrafted out of the University of Houston but building a strong resume with the Texans, Rams and Vikings . (more...)
Keane criticizes Pogba after Manchester United's defeat
- March 17, 2018
Ince, though, has conceded that Pogba is leaving him with no choice but to join the critics, with his latest showing after stepping off the bench against Sevilla leaving a lot to be desired . You make up for him, nobody is helping each other. However, if the Red Devils are to save anything from their current season, they will need their star player back in his peak form. (more...)
- March 17, 2018
Ince, though, has conceded that Pogba is leaving him with no choice but to join the critics, with his latest showing after stepping off the bench against Sevilla leaving a lot to be desired . You make up for him, nobody is helping each other. However, if the Red Devils are to save anything from their current season, they will need their star player back in his peak form. (more...)
Kansas City Chiefs sign veteran QB Henne to back up Mahomes
- March 17, 2018
The 32-year-old Henne was a second-round pick of Miami in 2008, and went on to start 31 games for the Dolphins. Get the app and get the game. For his National Football League career as a whole, Henne has appeared in 67 regular-season games while throwing for 12,931 yards, 58 touchdowns and 63 interceptions. (more...)
- March 17, 2018
The 32-year-old Henne was a second-round pick of Miami in 2008, and went on to start 31 games for the Dolphins. Get the app and get the game. For his National Football League career as a whole, Henne has appeared in 67 regular-season games while throwing for 12,931 yards, 58 touchdowns and 63 interceptions. (more...)
Clyde Drexler Named BIG3 Commish After Roger Mason Firing
- March 17, 2018
As Commissioner he will help lead the BIG3's basketball operations as well as executing the league's long-term strategy on all fronts. Roger Mason Jr . After last year's inaugural season it will return this summer, featuring former players Metta World Peace , Amar'e Stoudemire , Glen "Big Baby" Davis, Nate Robinson and Baron Davis. (more...)
- March 17, 2018
As Commissioner he will help lead the BIG3's basketball operations as well as executing the league's long-term strategy on all fronts. Roger Mason Jr . After last year's inaugural season it will return this summer, featuring former players Metta World Peace , Amar'e Stoudemire , Glen "Big Baby" Davis, Nate Robinson and Baron Davis. (more...)
Detroit Lions sign 3-time Super Bowl champion RB
- March 17, 2018
Dion Lewis found a new home with the Tennessee Titans, where he'll be reunited with former Patriots cornerback Malcolm Butler, who snagged a five-year deal. The Eagles beat the Patriots, 41-33, in a game in which Blount had a game-high 14 carries and 90 yards. Blount is especially fond of Patricia. The Lions haven't had a rusher earn 100 yards in a single game since Reggie Bush in 2013 and had a running game that ranked 32nd in the National Football League last season. (more...)
- March 17, 2018
Dion Lewis found a new home with the Tennessee Titans, where he'll be reunited with former Patriots cornerback Malcolm Butler, who snagged a five-year deal. The Eagles beat the Patriots, 41-33, in a game in which Blount had a game-high 14 carries and 90 yards. Blount is especially fond of Patricia. The Lions haven't had a rusher earn 100 yards in a single game since Reggie Bush in 2013 and had a running game that ranked 32nd in the National Football League last season. (more...)
March Madness: Buffalo confident heading into matchup with Arizona
- March 17, 2018
For Arizona , DeAndre Ayton and Allonzo Trier are the players to watch. Dusan Ristic led the way for the Cats offensively with 16 points and 4 rebounds. The Orange managed to hold a modest advantage on the boards, however, outrebounding Arizona State 33-32. CJ Massinburg banked in a three to make it 70-67. (more...)
- March 17, 2018
For Arizona , DeAndre Ayton and Allonzo Trier are the players to watch. Dusan Ristic led the way for the Cats offensively with 16 points and 4 rebounds. The Orange managed to hold a modest advantage on the boards, however, outrebounding Arizona State 33-32. CJ Massinburg banked in a three to make it 70-67. (more...)
Trump calls for 'space force' as new military branch
- March 17, 2018
You can emphasize more help for the military in space without going to the massive organizational change and expense, he said . You have the Army, the Navy ...' he said, taking on a playful tone. Could the final frontier soon have its own war-fighting force? The Outer Space Treaty, which the United States signed in 1967, bars states from testing weapons and establishing military bases on the moon and other celestial bodies. (more...)
- March 17, 2018
You can emphasize more help for the military in space without going to the massive organizational change and expense, he said . You have the Army, the Navy ...' he said, taking on a playful tone. Could the final frontier soon have its own war-fighting force? The Outer Space Treaty, which the United States signed in 1967, bars states from testing weapons and establishing military bases on the moon and other celestial bodies. (more...)
TE Greg Olsen tells Carolina Panthers he's not headed for TV booth
- March 17, 2018
NFL Network's Ian Rapoport also reported that Olsen is committed to playing the 2018 season for the Panthers. The story began when New York Post's Andrew Marchand reported that Olsen was scheduled to audition on Friday to be an analyst on ESPN's Monday Night Football broadcast. (more...)
- March 17, 2018
NFL Network's Ian Rapoport also reported that Olsen is committed to playing the 2018 season for the Panthers. The story began when New York Post's Andrew Marchand reported that Olsen was scheduled to audition on Friday to be an analyst on ESPN's Monday Night Football broadcast. (more...)
Jets 'working on a deal' for QB Teddy Bridgewater
- March 17, 2018
He will sign after 4 p.m. Wednesday, the start of the new league year. McCown agreed on a one-year contract to keep him in NY, which will reportedly pay McCown $10million for the 2018 season. Now, he brings his skill set to a team with one established veteran (Jermaine Kearse) and several talented youngsters (Robby Anderson, Quincy Enunwa , ArDarius Stewart) that he can pass to, giving him a far better group than he was working with during his healthy years in Minneapolis. (more...)
- March 17, 2018
He will sign after 4 p.m. Wednesday, the start of the new league year. McCown agreed on a one-year contract to keep him in NY, which will reportedly pay McCown $10million for the 2018 season. Now, he brings his skill set to a team with one established veteran (Jermaine Kearse) and several talented youngsters (Robby Anderson, Quincy Enunwa , ArDarius Stewart) that he can pass to, giving him a far better group than he was working with during his healthy years in Minneapolis. (more...)
Bournemouth v West Brom: Alan Pardew says he expected to be sacked
- March 17, 2018
We have to keep fighting until the last moment. West Brom have only three Premier League wins to their name all season and even if there's no more than pride to play for, Pardew will require a significant change from his players. "Grzegorz has come and apologised to me on Tuesday and to my staff, which is unusual", Pardew told reporters at Friday's presser. " I said to him sometimes an apology isn't enough, so I fined him and also said I don't ever want to see it again ". (more...)
- March 17, 2018
We have to keep fighting until the last moment. West Brom have only three Premier League wins to their name all season and even if there's no more than pride to play for, Pardew will require a significant change from his players. "Grzegorz has come and apologised to me on Tuesday and to my staff, which is unusual", Pardew told reporters at Friday's presser. " I said to him sometimes an apology isn't enough, so I fined him and also said I don't ever want to see it again ". (more...)
Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic opens up about first-team return
- March 17, 2018
Jose Mourinho's team have a maximum of 11 games left should they make it to the FA Cup final. Mourinho has suggested Ibrahimovic will leave Old Trafford at the end of the current campaign. "José Mourinho? I don't care about José Mourinho since he is only focused on the results". Romanian journalist Emanuel Rosu adds that Mutu said during the TV show that Ibrahimovic now has a "cold" relationship with Mourinho. (more...)
- March 17, 2018
Jose Mourinho's team have a maximum of 11 games left should they make it to the FA Cup final. Mourinho has suggested Ibrahimovic will leave Old Trafford at the end of the current campaign. "José Mourinho? I don't care about José Mourinho since he is only focused on the results". Romanian journalist Emanuel Rosu adds that Mutu said during the TV show that Ibrahimovic now has a "cold" relationship with Mourinho. (more...)
Astros, Jose Altuve Reach Five-Year, $151M Extension
- March 17, 2018
His new contract is the largest the Astros have handed out in their history, blowing past Carlos Lee's six-year, $100-million deal signed in 2006. The 27-year-old second baseman is earning $6 million this year under the first option exercised by Houston in a deal he agreed to in 2013 that originally guaranteed $12.5 million from 2014-17. (more...)
- March 17, 2018
His new contract is the largest the Astros have handed out in their history, blowing past Carlos Lee's six-year, $100-million deal signed in 2006. The 27-year-old second baseman is earning $6 million this year under the first option exercised by Houston in a deal he agreed to in 2013 that originally guaranteed $12.5 million from 2014-17. (more...)
Del Potro advances to Indian Wells semis
- March 17, 2018
I am happy with that. I play more aggressive with my two-handed backhands, and I play more down the line. After a slow start to his season following a calf injury previous year, Raonic prevailed by serving and volleying and attacking the net against Querrey, who was playing in his first Masters 1000 quarter-final. (more...)
- March 17, 2018
I am happy with that. I play more aggressive with my two-handed backhands, and I play more down the line. After a slow start to his season following a calf injury previous year, Raonic prevailed by serving and volleying and attacking the net against Querrey, who was playing in his first Masters 1000 quarter-final. (more...)
Roy Hodgson warns of putting Wilfried Zaha under too much pressure
- March 17, 2018
Crystal Palace have lost all their last four games which makes the game against Huddersfield a crucial one as they aim to avoid the drop at the end of the season. "I think it puts a lot of pressure on him, but he was playing exceptionally well". 'I'm expecting the energy levels, the enthusiasm, and determination to be high from everybody. (more...)
- March 17, 2018
Crystal Palace have lost all their last four games which makes the game against Huddersfield a crucial one as they aim to avoid the drop at the end of the season. "I think it puts a lot of pressure on him, but he was playing exceptionally well". 'I'm expecting the energy levels, the enthusiasm, and determination to be high from everybody. (more...)
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