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How early blitz handed Liverpool commanding lead over Man City
- April 05, 2018
Jordan Henderson chalked up what was arguably the most impressive defensive performance of any team in the Champions League this season to a combination of desire on behalf of the Jürgen Klopp's side and the earth-shaking atmosphere in Anfield . (more...)
- April 05, 2018
Jordan Henderson chalked up what was arguably the most impressive defensive performance of any team in the Champions League this season to a combination of desire on behalf of the Jürgen Klopp's side and the earth-shaking atmosphere in Anfield . (more...)
Rockies agree to terms with Charlie Blackmon on 6-year deal
- April 05, 2018
His 2023 salary would increase by $2 million if he is among the top three in MVP voting from 2018-22 and by $1 million if he finishes fourth or fifth. "Chuck Nazty" set a major league record in 2017 for the most runs batted in during a single season from the leadoff position. Blackmon, 31, is coming off of a monster 2017 campaign in which he won the batting title, hitting.331/.399/.601 with 37 homers and 104 RBI. (more...)
- April 05, 2018
His 2023 salary would increase by $2 million if he is among the top three in MVP voting from 2018-22 and by $1 million if he finishes fourth or fifth. "Chuck Nazty" set a major league record in 2017 for the most runs batted in during a single season from the leadoff position. Blackmon, 31, is coming off of a monster 2017 campaign in which he won the batting title, hitting.331/.399/.601 with 37 homers and 104 RBI. (more...)
Cristiano Ronaldo: Bicycle kick against Juventus my best ever goal
- April 05, 2018
Chelsea were dispatched easily at Camp Nou last time out as Lionel Messi scored his 100th goal in the competition, while Roma edged out Shakhtar Donetsk. "What they did for me was unbelievable", Ronaldo told UEFA.com, having taken his goal tally against the Italian champions to nine in six games. Tonight, Liverpool welcome Manchester City to Anfield looking to reach the Champions League semi-finals for the first time in a decade. (more...)
- April 05, 2018
Chelsea were dispatched easily at Camp Nou last time out as Lionel Messi scored his 100th goal in the competition, while Roma edged out Shakhtar Donetsk. "What they did for me was unbelievable", Ronaldo told UEFA.com, having taken his goal tally against the Italian champions to nine in six games. Tonight, Liverpool welcome Manchester City to Anfield looking to reach the Champions League semi-finals for the first time in a decade. (more...)
Augusta National Women's Amateur Championship announced
- April 05, 2018
It was Jones who built Augusta National with Clifford Roberts, and in 1934, chose to host an annual tournament, which would become The Masters . Following the 36-hole cut, the final competitive round will take place at Augusta National Golf Club on Saturday, April 6. (more...)
- April 05, 2018
It was Jones who built Augusta National with Clifford Roberts, and in 1934, chose to host an annual tournament, which would become The Masters . Following the 36-hole cut, the final competitive round will take place at Augusta National Golf Club on Saturday, April 6. (more...)
Tony Finau injures ankle during Par-3 contest at the Masters
- April 05, 2018
Finau took another step before dropping to a knee and reaching for his ankle. But when he turned round, his left ankle gave way. The one-time PGA Tour victor who is playing in his first Masters, went to visit a medical facility afterward and said he would have the ankle checked by a doctor. (more...)
- April 05, 2018
Finau took another step before dropping to a knee and reaching for his ankle. But when he turned round, his left ankle gave way. The one-time PGA Tour victor who is playing in his first Masters, went to visit a medical facility afterward and said he would have the ankle checked by a doctor. (more...)
Liverpool apologise to Manchester City for objects hurled at team bus
- April 05, 2018
This was reminiscent of those three seasons with Bayern Munich when Guardiola won the league easily only to be eliminated in the semifinal of the Champions League . "I think it will be finely in the balance for the second leg but at Anfield I do give Liverpool the edge". "Mo said he feels good", Klopp said, "but we will have to see about that". (more...)
- April 05, 2018
This was reminiscent of those three seasons with Bayern Munich when Guardiola won the league easily only to be eliminated in the semifinal of the Champions League . "I think it will be finely in the balance for the second leg but at Anfield I do give Liverpool the edge". "Mo said he feels good", Klopp said, "but we will have to see about that". (more...)
Anthony Joshua: 'I will not be giving Deontay Wilder a bonus'
- April 05, 2018
Wilder has repeatedly spoken of his desire to face Joshua and, in a post-fight interview with Sky Sports, the Briton was asked if he had a message for his rival. Joshua said he did not condone comments Wilder is now under investigation by the WBC for after he stated he wants "a body" on his fight record. "I want Wilder. (more...)
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- April 05, 2018
Wilder has repeatedly spoken of his desire to face Joshua and, in a post-fight interview with Sky Sports, the Briton was asked if he had a message for his rival. Joshua said he did not condone comments Wilder is now under investigation by the WBC for after he stated he wants "a body" on his fight record. "I want Wilder. (more...)
Australian Rugby Claims God Will Send Gay People To "Hell"
- April 05, 2018
Unless they repent their sins and turn to God ". Australian rugby superstar Israel Folau has again caused an uproar on social media with another homophobic slur. Understandably his now deleted comment, has not gone down well. A Rugby Australia spokesperson said the organisation did not support Folau's views and they didn't reflect the views of Rugby Australia , which stands behind its 2014 Inclusion Policy. (more...)
- April 05, 2018
Unless they repent their sins and turn to God ". Australian rugby superstar Israel Folau has again caused an uproar on social media with another homophobic slur. Understandably his now deleted comment, has not gone down well. A Rugby Australia spokesperson said the organisation did not support Folau's views and they didn't reflect the views of Rugby Australia , which stands behind its 2014 Inclusion Policy. (more...)
Joanna Jedrzejczyk Says One Loss Was Not The End Of The World
- April 05, 2018
Heading into their first fight, at UFC 217 in November, Jedrzejczyk was on the verge of tying Ronda Rousey's record for the most title defenses in women's UFC history with six. the weight cut just killed my brain. I want people to see me as a human, that I was not only born for being at the top. It's the story of my life, it's part of my life and I'm enjoying this process. (more...)
- April 05, 2018
Heading into their first fight, at UFC 217 in November, Jedrzejczyk was on the verge of tying Ronda Rousey's record for the most title defenses in women's UFC history with six. the weight cut just killed my brain. I want people to see me as a human, that I was not only born for being at the top. It's the story of my life, it's part of my life and I'm enjoying this process. (more...)
Arsene Wenger delivers Alexandre Lacazette update ahead of Arsenal v CSKA Moscow
- April 05, 2018
Super happy Wenger said Lacazette is fit to start. Arsenal have been boosted by the return to fitness of Alexandre Lacazette as they attempt to reach the final four of a European competition for the first time since 2008-09. Aubameyang recently missed from the spot in Arsenal's 3-0 loss to Manchester City, and he admitted he did feel pressure when taking the first penalty. (more...)
- April 05, 2018
Super happy Wenger said Lacazette is fit to start. Arsenal have been boosted by the return to fitness of Alexandre Lacazette as they attempt to reach the final four of a European competition for the first time since 2008-09. Aubameyang recently missed from the spot in Arsenal's 3-0 loss to Manchester City, and he admitted he did feel pressure when taking the first penalty. (more...)
Masters: Tom Watson, 68, claims remarkable win in Par 3 contest
- April 05, 2018
The 28-year-old appeared to dislocate his ankle in the fall and could be seen popping it back into place before getting to his feet. Victory for Watson also ensures that the record of no player winning the Par 3 contest and the main tournament in the same year will continue, as Watson competed in his final Masters two years ago. (more...)
- April 05, 2018
The 28-year-old appeared to dislocate his ankle in the fall and could be seen popping it back into place before getting to his feet. Victory for Watson also ensures that the record of no player winning the Par 3 contest and the main tournament in the same year will continue, as Watson competed in his final Masters two years ago. (more...)
Obituaries for April 2
- April 05, 2018
Ziegler Funeral Home of Athens has been entrusted with the care of Addie Jean Wood. Ruby worked for many years at the Cozad hospital as the head cook. Wood. Visitation will be 1-2 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. She is also survived by her mother, Leola Peterson, her siblings Cheryl (Pat) Quick, Shirley (Roger) Horton, Carlton (Margot) Peterson, Karen (Richard) Quick, Becky (Ed) Cole, Peggy (Joe) Aguallo, Royal Peterson, and Wanda Blacksmith Peacock and numerous nieces and nephews. (more...)
- April 05, 2018
Ziegler Funeral Home of Athens has been entrusted with the care of Addie Jean Wood. Ruby worked for many years at the Cozad hospital as the head cook. Wood. Visitation will be 1-2 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. She is also survived by her mother, Leola Peterson, her siblings Cheryl (Pat) Quick, Shirley (Roger) Horton, Carlton (Margot) Peterson, Karen (Richard) Quick, Becky (Ed) Cole, Peggy (Joe) Aguallo, Royal Peterson, and Wanda Blacksmith Peacock and numerous nieces and nephews. (more...)
Johnny Manziel gets taste of his own medicine at Spring League practice
- April 05, 2018
While it's curious for Manziel to be pointing the finger at others given his track record, the quarterback told Patrick that he would look for a chance in the CFL if one in the National Football League doesn't materialize. "It just takes one to take a little bit of a chance", Manziel said, according to Perloff . "COMPLETELY different situation. It's all about the right fit and mine in Cleveland wasn't right. (more...)
- April 05, 2018
While it's curious for Manziel to be pointing the finger at others given his track record, the quarterback told Patrick that he would look for a chance in the CFL if one in the National Football League doesn't materialize. "It just takes one to take a little bit of a chance", Manziel said, according to Perloff . "COMPLETELY different situation. It's all about the right fit and mine in Cleveland wasn't right. (more...)
Julian Edelman helped to prevent a potential school shooting
- April 05, 2018
Belson noted Edelman contacted his assistant in Boston , who found the comment that read, "I'm going to shoot my school up watch the news". Less than two weeks after Danny Amendola left the Patriots for the Dolphins, Julian Edelman shared a picture of himself and his former teammate hanging out at the Parlor Room - a bar on Rainey Street in Austin, Texas. (more...)
- April 05, 2018
Belson noted Edelman contacted his assistant in Boston , who found the comment that read, "I'm going to shoot my school up watch the news". Less than two weeks after Danny Amendola left the Patriots for the Dolphins, Julian Edelman shared a picture of himself and his former teammate hanging out at the Parlor Room - a bar on Rainey Street in Austin, Texas. (more...)
Mohamed Salah can destroy any defence, says Liverpool teammate Virgil van Dijk
- April 04, 2018
The attacker has been in superb form himself of late, scoring another crucial goal for the Reds away at Palace on Saturday lunchtime, meaning he now has 15 goals in all competitions this campaign. I have no idea. I could have been lucky but it's part of football. Former Liverpool midfielder Murphy believes the right call was made, telling Match of the Day : "I thought the referee got this right". (more...)
- April 04, 2018
The attacker has been in superb form himself of late, scoring another crucial goal for the Reds away at Palace on Saturday lunchtime, meaning he now has 15 goals in all competitions this campaign. I have no idea. I could have been lucky but it's part of football. Former Liverpool midfielder Murphy believes the right call was made, telling Match of the Day : "I thought the referee got this right". (more...)
Dr. J: Simmons: Simmons could be a once-in-a-lifetime player
- April 04, 2018
That starts tonight in a home game against the red-hot Philadelphia 76ers . "Sometimes you have to just figure out a way to win", Tolliver said. All we know are the facts of the matter, and the facts indicate that the Jazz would have been about a 34-win team over the course of a full season if we extrapolate that 24-game sample out over a full year. (more...)
- April 04, 2018
That starts tonight in a home game against the red-hot Philadelphia 76ers . "Sometimes you have to just figure out a way to win", Tolliver said. All we know are the facts of the matter, and the facts indicate that the Jazz would have been about a 34-win team over the course of a full season if we extrapolate that 24-game sample out over a full year. (more...)
Robert Griffin III gets another chance in the NFL, signing with Ravens
- April 04, 2018
Robert Griffin III is back in the NFL after agreeing to a one-year contract with a franchise a little over 30 miles from where he had his greatest success in the league. He made the Pro Bowl and All-Rookie team in 2012, but injuries derailed his career . But Griffin suffered a knee injury at the end of that season, and it eventually led to his benching in Washington. (more...)
- April 04, 2018
Robert Griffin III is back in the NFL after agreeing to a one-year contract with a franchise a little over 30 miles from where he had his greatest success in the league. He made the Pro Bowl and All-Rookie team in 2012, but injuries derailed his career . But Griffin suffered a knee injury at the end of that season, and it eventually led to his benching in Washington. (more...)
Henderson: Salah just like Suarez for Liverpool players
- April 04, 2018
City and Liverpool have played each other 207 times since their first game in 1893 when the Citizens were called Ardwick - however, Tuesday's clash marks the first time the clubs meet in Europe. The game pits De Bruyne against Mohamed Salah , his main rival for the player of the year award. "No-one expected it but he hit the ground running and Liverpool are an attacking force with the way the front three work together but the way he did is unbelievable". (more...)
- April 04, 2018
City and Liverpool have played each other 207 times since their first game in 1893 when the Citizens were called Ardwick - however, Tuesday's clash marks the first time the clubs meet in Europe. The game pits De Bruyne against Mohamed Salah , his main rival for the player of the year award. "No-one expected it but he hit the ground running and Liverpool are an attacking force with the way the front three work together but the way he did is unbelievable". (more...)
Champion Villanova Wildcats will be celebrated with parade in Philadelphia Thursday
- April 04, 2018
She described the celebration as a big pep rally. Philadelphia police used oil and later hydraulic fluid during the Eagles' successful Super Bowl run to deter celebrating fans from climbing poles and possibly injuring themselves or others. (more...)
- April 04, 2018
She described the celebration as a big pep rally. Philadelphia police used oil and later hydraulic fluid during the Eagles' successful Super Bowl run to deter celebrating fans from climbing poles and possibly injuring themselves or others. (more...)
Arsene Wenger expects packed stadium again for Europa League
- April 04, 2018
The Gunners are now sixth in the Premier League and 13 points adrift of rivals Tottenham- who occupy the last Champions League spot. Arsene Wenger says Alexandre Lacazette is ready to start against CSKA Moscow on Thursday. "Russian teams have a good football culture". The squad appeared to be in good spirits 24 hours before the game and looked fiercely competitive as they squared off in the friendly challenge. (more...)
- April 04, 2018
The Gunners are now sixth in the Premier League and 13 points adrift of rivals Tottenham- who occupy the last Champions League spot. Arsene Wenger says Alexandre Lacazette is ready to start against CSKA Moscow on Thursday. "Russian teams have a good football culture". The squad appeared to be in good spirits 24 hours before the game and looked fiercely competitive as they squared off in the friendly challenge. (more...)
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