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Kawhi Leonard called out by former Spur Bruce Bowen
- June 25, 2018
Buford was asked about a timeline for getting Leonard's situation resolved. Speaking on Sirius XM NBA Radio on Thursday night, Bowen said: "First, it was, 'Well I was misdiagnosed.' Look here: You got $18 million this year, and you think that they're trying to rush you?" Landing Kawhi Leonard would not be easy for the Cleveland Cavaliers , as the Spurs are reportedly asking a high price for the player they had no intention to trade, but they could have an advantage over at least ... (more...)
- June 25, 2018
Buford was asked about a timeline for getting Leonard's situation resolved. Speaking on Sirius XM NBA Radio on Thursday night, Bowen said: "First, it was, 'Well I was misdiagnosed.' Look here: You got $18 million this year, and you think that they're trying to rush you?" Landing Kawhi Leonard would not be easy for the Cleveland Cavaliers , as the Spurs are reportedly asking a high price for the player they had no intention to trade, but they could have an advantage over at least ... (more...)
Javier Mascherano denies reports of mutiny in Argentina squad
- June 25, 2018
Argentina must win their final group game against Nigeria on Tuesday to stand any chance of progressing to the knockout stages, while Portugal need just a point against Iran on Monday to advance. Argentina are clinging to the hope their captain bails them out again. Mascherano made his 145th global appearance during the Croatia defeat, which left the 2014 runners-up with just one point so far having drawn with Iceland. (more...)
- June 25, 2018
Argentina must win their final group game against Nigeria on Tuesday to stand any chance of progressing to the knockout stages, while Portugal need just a point against Iran on Monday to advance. Argentina are clinging to the hope their captain bails them out again. Mascherano made his 145th global appearance during the Croatia defeat, which left the 2014 runners-up with just one point so far having drawn with Iceland. (more...)
Xherdan Shaqiri and Granit Xhaka face two-match bans for goal celebrations
- June 25, 2018
With Serbia leading 1-0 courtesy of an Aleksandar Mitrovi's fifth-minute goal, Granit Shaka drew Switzerland level via a thunderous volley in the 51st minute, then the Arsenal midfielder celebrated with the symbol. "You should always show respect". Both players pointedly celebrated scoring by making a double eagle gesture with their hands representing the Albanian flag, viewed as a symbol of defiance. (more...)
- June 25, 2018
With Serbia leading 1-0 courtesy of an Aleksandar Mitrovi's fifth-minute goal, Granit Shaka drew Switzerland level via a thunderous volley in the 51st minute, then the Arsenal midfielder celebrated with the symbol. "You should always show respect". Both players pointedly celebrated scoring by making a double eagle gesture with their hands representing the Albanian flag, viewed as a symbol of defiance. (more...)
Hernandez nets as Mexico see off South Korea
- June 25, 2018
Mexico , shock winners over Germany in their opening game, went ahead in the 26th minute when Vela sent goalkeeper Cho Hyun-woo the wrong way from the spot after Andres Guardado's cross hit the outstretched arm of Jang Hyun-soo at close range. (more...)
- June 25, 2018
Mexico , shock winners over Germany in their opening game, went ahead in the 26th minute when Vela sent goalkeeper Cho Hyun-woo the wrong way from the spot after Andres Guardado's cross hit the outstretched arm of Jang Hyun-soo at close range. (more...)
Liverpool Make €180m Bid For Real Star Asensio
- June 25, 2018
The same story says that the Reds are keen on a move for the Swedish shot-stopper, who now plays for FC Copenhagen in Denmark. Everything is possible. There are no discussions, but I believe that there is interest. It may come as no surprise that a more-than-decent-but-not-world class German player has been linked to Liverpool and Klopp - but Gotze does have history with the former Borussia Dortmund boss, playing under him at Signal Iduna Park. (more...)
- June 25, 2018
The same story says that the Reds are keen on a move for the Swedish shot-stopper, who now plays for FC Copenhagen in Denmark. Everything is possible. There are no discussions, but I believe that there is interest. It may come as no surprise that a more-than-decent-but-not-world class German player has been linked to Liverpool and Klopp - but Gotze does have history with the former Borussia Dortmund boss, playing under him at Signal Iduna Park. (more...)
Teenage soccer team feared trapped in Thai cave
- June 25, 2018
Further attempts later on Monday also failed to locate the boys, though rescue teams have found "traces" of them inside the cave, police in Mae Sai district said on their Facebook page. Park officials went about 3km into the cave on Saturday to look for the group but had to abandon the search after a heavy downpour threatened to flood the creek and block their exit, Bangkok Post reported. (more...)
- June 25, 2018
Further attempts later on Monday also failed to locate the boys, though rescue teams have found "traces" of them inside the cave, police in Mae Sai district said on their Facebook page. Park officials went about 3km into the cave on Saturday to look for the group but had to abandon the search after a heavy downpour threatened to flood the creek and block their exit, Bangkok Post reported. (more...)
Saudi Arabia vs Egypt Live Score, FIFA World Cup 2018
- June 25, 2018
But what's this? Another two top saves from El-Hadary keeps Saudi Arabia at bay. Both Saudi Arabia and Egypt are already eliminated from the 2018 World Cup after their first two Group A matches. Follow the live updates from the two Group A clashes, where Russian Federation takes on Uruguay and Egypt plays Saudi Arabia . El-Hadary has spent the largest portion of his club career with Al-Ahly with whom he won eight Egyptian Premier League titles, four Egypt Cups, four Egyptian ... (more...)
- June 25, 2018
But what's this? Another two top saves from El-Hadary keeps Saudi Arabia at bay. Both Saudi Arabia and Egypt are already eliminated from the 2018 World Cup after their first two Group A matches. Follow the live updates from the two Group A clashes, where Russian Federation takes on Uruguay and Egypt plays Saudi Arabia . El-Hadary has spent the largest portion of his club career with Al-Ahly with whom he won eight Egyptian Premier League titles, four Egypt Cups, four Egyptian ... (more...)
Swiss stars facing punishment for controversial Serbia celebrations
- June 25, 2018
The Swiss have dozens of ethnic Albanians in their national soccer program. Switzerland's manager, who is himself of Bosnian heritage, said: "You should never mix football and politics". The Swiss were trailing 1-0 soon after five minutes in the primary half when Aleksandar Mitrovic got for Serbia . Midfielder Valon Behrami, who put on a solid display against Brazil last Sunday, picked up a knock during the game, but is expected to be fit and available for selection against ... (more...)
- June 25, 2018
The Swiss have dozens of ethnic Albanians in their national soccer program. Switzerland's manager, who is himself of Bosnian heritage, said: "You should never mix football and politics". The Swiss were trailing 1-0 soon after five minutes in the primary half when Aleksandar Mitrovic got for Serbia . Midfielder Valon Behrami, who put on a solid display against Brazil last Sunday, picked up a knock during the game, but is expected to be fit and available for selection against ... (more...)
Ronaldo Better Than Messi In Normal Team - Simeone
- June 25, 2018
Despite Portugal's lack of quality players, Ronaldo has scored four goals in two games making him the highest goals scorer in the mundial so far. Simeone is Argentinian himself and his angry comments post-match in a Whatsapp message were leaked by Cadena COPE. (more...)
- June 25, 2018
Despite Portugal's lack of quality players, Ronaldo has scored four goals in two games making him the highest goals scorer in the mundial so far. Simeone is Argentinian himself and his angry comments post-match in a Whatsapp message were leaked by Cadena COPE. (more...)
ICC: Hafeez, Shah return as Pakistan name squads for Zimbabwe tour
- June 25, 2018
The tri-series, which also features Australia, begins on July 1 with the final on July 8, while the five-match ODI series begins on July 13. Rookie pacer Usman, also a left-armer, last appeared in an ODI against Sri Lanka at Sharjah past year. (more...)
- June 25, 2018
The tri-series, which also features Australia, begins on July 1 with the final on July 8, while the five-match ODI series begins on July 13. Rookie pacer Usman, also a left-armer, last appeared in an ODI against Sri Lanka at Sharjah past year. (more...)
Jordan Spieth stumbles, Rory McIlroy in hunt at PGA Travelers C'ship
- June 25, 2018
Despite missing the cut in last week's US Open at Shinnecock, Spieth remains confident after making the short trip to TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut , for today's opening round. "Walking up to 18 it was really cool". I hit one in the water a year ago. "I've just got to be a little more patient and smarter, which is what I've been working on anyway". (more...)
- June 25, 2018
Despite missing the cut in last week's US Open at Shinnecock, Spieth remains confident after making the short trip to TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut , for today's opening round. "Walking up to 18 it was really cool". I hit one in the water a year ago. "I've just got to be a little more patient and smarter, which is what I've been working on anyway". (more...)
'Furious And Upset' Maradona Calls For Meeting With Argentina Players
- June 25, 2018
According to a report from TyC Sports on Saturday, the relationship between Argentina's players and the technical staff is "broken" and the squad have demanded that Sampaoli is removed as head coach for their final group game. 'Leo is fine, ' Mascherano told a press conference via Goal. "We know if we do things right, we all will benefit from it, and if things go worse, we all will suffer for it". (more...)
- June 25, 2018
According to a report from TyC Sports on Saturday, the relationship between Argentina's players and the technical staff is "broken" and the squad have demanded that Sampaoli is removed as head coach for their final group game. 'Leo is fine, ' Mascherano told a press conference via Goal. "We know if we do things right, we all will benefit from it, and if things go worse, we all will suffer for it". (more...)
Costa Rica disappointed after Brazil defeat
- June 25, 2018
His first touch took the ball away from the defender and Coutinho raced in to poke it through the legs of Keylor Navas from six metres out and claim his second goal of the tournament. Adding to the acrimony, several Spanish media outlets reported on an audio recording of former Argentina global Diego Simeone in which he lambasts the "anarchy" in the team and says he would choose Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo over Messi, if he had the choice. (more...)
- June 25, 2018
His first touch took the ball away from the defender and Coutinho raced in to poke it through the legs of Keylor Navas from six metres out and claim his second goal of the tournament. Adding to the acrimony, several Spanish media outlets reported on an audio recording of former Argentina global Diego Simeone in which he lambasts the "anarchy" in the team and says he would choose Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo over Messi, if he had the choice. (more...)
Sampaoli strife deepens misery for Argentine coaches at World Cup
- June 25, 2018
The teams met in the qualifying campaign for Russian Federation, with each winning at home as Iceland topped the group, but Croatia's 3-0 hammering of Argentina marked them out as one of the teams to watch in Russian Federation. Petersburg is necessary for Argentina to have a chance to move on to the knockout rounds after they drew Iceland in their opener and lost to Croatia. (more...)
- June 25, 2018
The teams met in the qualifying campaign for Russian Federation, with each winning at home as Iceland topped the group, but Croatia's 3-0 hammering of Argentina marked them out as one of the teams to watch in Russian Federation. Petersburg is necessary for Argentina to have a chance to move on to the knockout rounds after they drew Iceland in their opener and lost to Croatia. (more...)
Roger Federer loses to Borna Coric in Halle Open final
- June 25, 2018
It means that he will once again exchange places with Rafael Nadal on the rankings ladder this week, dropping down to No2. Federer came back from a slow start to snatch the second set, but he has had a busy schedule over the past couple of weeks, having played nine matches in the space of 12 days. (more...)
- June 25, 2018
It means that he will once again exchange places with Rafael Nadal on the rankings ladder this week, dropping down to No2. Federer came back from a slow start to snatch the second set, but he has had a busy schedule over the past couple of weeks, having played nine matches in the space of 12 days. (more...)
Paul Pogba shrugging off criticism of France performances
- June 25, 2018
France have already qualified for the knockout stages and will top the group if they don't lose to Denmark. "It was a better season that the previous one", Pogba said. Asked if France were capable of going all the way, Pogba said: "It's possible". "Maybe it's my last World Cup , we do not know", he told reporters. (more...)
- June 25, 2018
France have already qualified for the knockout stages and will top the group if they don't lose to Denmark. "It was a better season that the previous one", Pogba said. Asked if France were capable of going all the way, Pogba said: "It's possible". "Maybe it's my last World Cup , we do not know", he told reporters. (more...)
Belgium's Romelu Lukaku did something no player has done since Diego Maradona
- June 25, 2018
And boss Martinez seemed to hint that the pair might not make it after revealing that big changes are coming. There will be opportunities for others. They are unbeaten in 20 matches, stretching back to September 2016, and are rightly regarded as one of the favourites for the World Cup . (more...)
- June 25, 2018
And boss Martinez seemed to hint that the pair might not make it after revealing that big changes are coming. There will be opportunities for others. They are unbeaten in 20 matches, stretching back to September 2016, and are rightly regarded as one of the favourites for the World Cup . (more...)
Spain, Portugal target last 16 as Russia ride momentum
- June 25, 2018
If they draw, however, because their goal difference, goal difference and goals scored will all be the same, it will come down to their fair play records - meaning whoever receives fewer cards in that match could decide it. Nigeria will be buoyed by their victory over Iceland and a win against a shambolic-looking Argentina will secure them a spot in the knockout stages. A win would take Serbia through and a draw could be enough if Switzerland lose by two. (more...)
- June 25, 2018
If they draw, however, because their goal difference, goal difference and goals scored will all be the same, it will come down to their fair play records - meaning whoever receives fewer cards in that match could decide it. Nigeria will be buoyed by their victory over Iceland and a win against a shambolic-looking Argentina will secure them a spot in the knockout stages. A win would take Serbia through and a draw could be enough if Switzerland lose by two. (more...)
Argentina star is desperate and frustrated says Mascherano
- June 25, 2018
But can birthday boy Messi deliver for his country once again? Argentina almost missed the World Cup altogether, needing a Messi hat-trick in the final qualifying match just to punch a ticket to Russian Federation. Agentina is immensely better with him than without him. Earlier, TUKO.co.kehad reported how Croatia qualified for the round of 16 at the ongoing 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russian Federation after demolishing Argentina 3-0 in their second Group D game. (more...)
- June 25, 2018
But can birthday boy Messi deliver for his country once again? Argentina almost missed the World Cup altogether, needing a Messi hat-trick in the final qualifying match just to punch a ticket to Russian Federation. Agentina is immensely better with him than without him. Earlier, TUKO.co.kehad reported how Croatia qualified for the round of 16 at the ongoing 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russian Federation after demolishing Argentina 3-0 in their second Group D game. (more...)
Buttler hundred guides England to 5-0 series sweep of Australia
- June 25, 2018
England have only ever whitewashed Zimbabwe in a five-match series before but reinforced their standing as the world's No 1 team by thrashing Australia for the second time in one-day cricket this year. England were 66 for five off 16 overs when "lunch" was taken. Moeen Ali bagged four for 46 with his off-breaks. And England were 114 for eight in the 30th over when Kane Richardson struck twice in two balls to remove ODI debutant Sam Curran and Liam Plunkett. (more...)
- June 25, 2018
England have only ever whitewashed Zimbabwe in a five-match series before but reinforced their standing as the world's No 1 team by thrashing Australia for the second time in one-day cricket this year. England were 66 for five off 16 overs when "lunch" was taken. Moeen Ali bagged four for 46 with his off-breaks. And England were 114 for eight in the 30th over when Kane Richardson struck twice in two balls to remove ODI debutant Sam Curran and Liam Plunkett. (more...)
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