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Switzerland qualify for World Cup knockouts
- June 28, 2018
Brazil topped the group after a 2-0 win over Serbia and will play Mexico. Substitute Josip Drmic thought he had secured all three points for Switzerland with a cool 88th-minute finish before Bryan Ruiz's penalty cannoned off Yann Sommer for an unfortunate own goal to ensure a share of the spoils. (more...)
- June 28, 2018
Brazil topped the group after a 2-0 win over Serbia and will play Mexico. Substitute Josip Drmic thought he had secured all three points for Switzerland with a cool 88th-minute finish before Bryan Ruiz's penalty cannoned off Yann Sommer for an unfortunate own goal to ensure a share of the spoils. (more...)
Why UEFA banned AC Milan from Europa League
- June 28, 2018
That spending has landed the club in trouble with UEFA's financial fair play spending that has now seen them referred to the Adjudicatory Chamber of the UEFA Club Financial Control Body (CFCB) by its investigatory chamber. Sanctions for breaching the rules range from warnings and reprimands to points deductions and transfer embargoes. A year later, the value of the investment remains unaltered and the value of the squad is the third highest in Serie A . (more...)
- June 28, 2018
That spending has landed the club in trouble with UEFA's financial fair play spending that has now seen them referred to the Adjudicatory Chamber of the UEFA Club Financial Control Body (CFCB) by its investigatory chamber. Sanctions for breaching the rules range from warnings and reprimands to points deductions and transfer embargoes. A year later, the value of the investment remains unaltered and the value of the squad is the third highest in Serie A . (more...)
Serbia 0 Brazil 2
- June 28, 2018
The world's most expensive player scored the second goal in the 2-0 victory over Costa Rica in Saint Petersburg that edged Tite's side closer to qualifying for the last 16. Brazil conjured the opener from nothing when a beautifully lofted pass from Philippe Coutinho found Paulinho , who flicked the ball over Stojkovic's reach on 36 minutes to make it 1-0 at the break. (more...)
- June 28, 2018
The world's most expensive player scored the second goal in the 2-0 victory over Costa Rica in Saint Petersburg that edged Tite's side closer to qualifying for the last 16. Brazil conjured the opener from nothing when a beautifully lofted pass from Philippe Coutinho found Paulinho , who flicked the ball over Stojkovic's reach on 36 minutes to make it 1-0 at the break. (more...)
Brazil beat Serbia 2-0 to reach World Cup last 16
- June 28, 2018
Serbia defended high which made them vulnerable against the fast Brazilian attacking trio of Neymar, Jesus and Philippe Coutinho . Tite's side is now up and running at the World Cup after two stoppage-time goals from Philippe Coutinho and Neymar put a spirited Costa Rica side to the sword. (more...)
- June 28, 2018
Serbia defended high which made them vulnerable against the fast Brazilian attacking trio of Neymar, Jesus and Philippe Coutinho . Tite's side is now up and running at the World Cup after two stoppage-time goals from Philippe Coutinho and Neymar put a spirited Costa Rica side to the sword. (more...)
Man Found Dead in Walk-In Freezer at SunTrust Park
- June 28, 2018
The body of a third party contractor was discovered around 3 p.m. inside the cooler by another worker of the same company. The Braves declined comment, referring reporters to the statement from Cobb County police. "There's many avenues it could go, but at this time, we're just gathering information", explained O'Hara. General view of SunTrust Park during a rain delay before a game between the Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds . (more...)
- June 28, 2018
The body of a third party contractor was discovered around 3 p.m. inside the cooler by another worker of the same company. The Braves declined comment, referring reporters to the statement from Cobb County police. "There's many avenues it could go, but at this time, we're just gathering information", explained O'Hara. General view of SunTrust Park during a rain delay before a game between the Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds . (more...)
Egyptian coach dies after Saudi scores in World Cup match
- June 28, 2018
Egypt entered its first World Cup since 1990 with high hopes, but unfortunately lost 1-0 to Uruguay, 3-1 to Russian Federation and 2-1 to Saudi Arabia to finish bottom of their group. 'We want to apologise to all the Egyptian fans, who came to support us here in the three matches, ' Salah told beIN Sports. Liverpool striker Mohamed Salah has tendered an apology on behalf of all the Egypt national team players who have crashed out of the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russian Federation. (more...)
- June 28, 2018
Egypt entered its first World Cup since 1990 with high hopes, but unfortunately lost 1-0 to Uruguay, 3-1 to Russian Federation and 2-1 to Saudi Arabia to finish bottom of their group. 'We want to apologise to all the Egyptian fans, who came to support us here in the three matches, ' Salah told beIN Sports. Liverpool striker Mohamed Salah has tendered an apology on behalf of all the Egypt national team players who have crashed out of the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russian Federation. (more...)
Watson soars for third Travelers triumph
- June 27, 2018
Watson birdied on the 18, ending his round with a big finish. England's Casey, who shot a 62 in the third round, struggled to keep pace. Stanley is back to defend his title, and 2016 champion Billy Hurley III also will play, as he tries to match Woods and Justin Rose (2010, 2014) as two-time winners of the event. (more...)
- June 27, 2018
Watson birdied on the 18, ending his round with a big finish. England's Casey, who shot a 62 in the third round, struggled to keep pace. Stanley is back to defend his title, and 2016 champion Billy Hurley III also will play, as he tries to match Woods and Justin Rose (2010, 2014) as two-time winners of the event. (more...)
Landmark win as Novak Djokovic reaches Queen's semis, Cilic eases past Querrey
- June 27, 2018
Kyrgios, who has also beaten two-time Wimbledon champion Andy Murray in the London grasscourt tournament this week, was facing Lopez for the second time, having beaten him in a three-set quarter-final last week in Stuttgart. Will he get his hands back on the trophy or will it be Djokovic to add his name to the roll of honour? But serving a double-fault at 4-3 in the tie-break seemed to take the wind out of him, when he once would have gritted his teeth and found a way to prevail. (more...)
- June 27, 2018
Kyrgios, who has also beaten two-time Wimbledon champion Andy Murray in the London grasscourt tournament this week, was facing Lopez for the second time, having beaten him in a three-set quarter-final last week in Stuttgart. Will he get his hands back on the trophy or will it be Djokovic to add his name to the roll of honour? But serving a double-fault at 4-3 in the tie-break seemed to take the wind out of him, when he once would have gritted his teeth and found a way to prevail. (more...)
Manchester United complete £52.5m Fred signing
- June 27, 2018
And, as is customary these days, the midfielder donned a United kit for a little video for the fans. Fred is now in Russian Federation representing Brazil in the World Cup and while an ankle injury has prevented him from making an appearance, he didn't show any signs of the problem in training on Saturday. (more...)
- June 27, 2018
And, as is customary these days, the midfielder donned a United kit for a little video for the fans. Fred is now in Russian Federation representing Brazil in the World Cup and while an ankle injury has prevented him from making an appearance, he didn't show any signs of the problem in training on Saturday. (more...)
LeBron James Won't Take Traditional Free Agent Pitch Meetings
- June 27, 2018
James has until Friday to decide whether to opt in to the final year of his $100m Cavs contract but signs suggest the four-time MVP is edging towards free agency. "San Antonio, there's too much uncertainty", Kellerman added. James could re-sign with the Cavaliers on a short-term deal that allows him to weigh his future again in a year or two. (more...)
- June 27, 2018
James has until Friday to decide whether to opt in to the final year of his $100m Cavs contract but signs suggest the four-time MVP is edging towards free agency. "San Antonio, there's too much uncertainty", Kellerman added. James could re-sign with the Cavaliers on a short-term deal that allows him to weigh his future again in a year or two. (more...)
Swiss players avoid World Cup ban for eagle celebrations
- June 27, 2018
The celebration has brought political tensions in the Balkans on to the World Cup stage. In Serbia , the gesture was viewed as a provocation. Swiss foreign minister Ignazio Cassis, who has some experience reconciling Swiss identity with familial roots, defended the gestures. (more...)
- June 27, 2018
The celebration has brought political tensions in the Balkans on to the World Cup stage. In Serbia , the gesture was viewed as a provocation. Swiss foreign minister Ignazio Cassis, who has some experience reconciling Swiss identity with familial roots, defended the gestures. (more...)
Sweden blank Mexico 3-0, but both head to knockout round
- June 27, 2018
Alvarez then misplayed a cross in the six-yard box to hand Sweden a third goal, and though Mexico tried to respond, at that point they were more concerned with the result in the other match, as a Germany win would have put El Tri out of the competition. (more...)
- June 27, 2018
Alvarez then misplayed a cross in the six-yard box to hand Sweden a third goal, and though Mexico tried to respond, at that point they were more concerned with the result in the other match, as a Germany win would have put El Tri out of the competition. (more...)
Have the Celtics made another offer for Kawhi Leonard?
- June 27, 2018
This report comes as rumors continue to swirl around LeBron James' future, with ESPN saying James remains hesitant to be the first superstar to decide on the Lakers in free agency. The Lakers and Celtics aren't the only two teams to call the Spurs about Leonard. If other teams want Leonard, then they, too, have to race the Lakers for him. (more...)
- June 27, 2018
This report comes as rumors continue to swirl around LeBron James' future, with ESPN saying James remains hesitant to be the first superstar to decide on the Lakers in free agency. The Lakers and Celtics aren't the only two teams to call the Spurs about Leonard. If other teams want Leonard, then they, too, have to race the Lakers for him. (more...)
‘The Simpsons’ predicted a Mexico vs Portugal World Cup final
- June 27, 2018
They nearly predicted the events surrounding 9/11. There is also some real substance to the claim that The Simpsons has pulled off another prediction as if Mexico win the group by avoiding defeat against Sweden on Wednesday, then the two sides can not feasibly meet until the final. (more...)
- June 27, 2018
They nearly predicted the events surrounding 9/11. There is also some real substance to the claim that The Simpsons has pulled off another prediction as if Mexico win the group by avoiding defeat against Sweden on Wednesday, then the two sides can not feasibly meet until the final. (more...)
Peru coach Ricardo Gareca may quit after World Cup exit
- June 27, 2018
Appointed in January and out of a job now that their tournament is over, the coach praised his team and said the country should have its "heads up" despite finishing bottom of Group C with only one point. The Danes are now likely to face Croatia, who are leading Group D and play Iceland later on Tuesday. But the Andean nation has always produced naturally talented players and has a proud tradition of "treating the ball well", as their Argentine coach Ricardo Gareca put it, and he insisted ... (more...)
- June 27, 2018
Appointed in January and out of a job now that their tournament is over, the coach praised his team and said the country should have its "heads up" despite finishing bottom of Group C with only one point. The Danes are now likely to face Croatia, who are leading Group D and play Iceland later on Tuesday. But the Andean nation has always produced naturally talented players and has a proud tradition of "treating the ball well", as their Argentine coach Ricardo Gareca put it, and he insisted ... (more...)
Naby Keita confirmed as Liverpool's new No 8 but puts defence first
- June 27, 2018
Gerrard was at Melwood to present the shirt to Keita - as shown in the picture below. Keita will become the first player to wear the iconic No.8 shirt since Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard vacated the number following his exit in 2015 after an illustrious career at Anfield. (more...)
- June 27, 2018
Gerrard was at Melwood to present the shirt to Keita - as shown in the picture below. Keita will become the first player to wear the iconic No.8 shirt since Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard vacated the number following his exit in 2015 after an illustrious career at Anfield. (more...)
Japanese teen Nasa Hataoka gets 1st win on LPGA Tour
- June 27, 2018
With her winnings, Hataoka plans to buy a new house ... with a pool. Hataoka entered Sunday's final round at Pinnacle Country Club tied with Minjee Lee, each at 13-under. "I would try to get used to American food, go out, eat and try to get used to life in the U.S, but it's a real struggle to eat healthy", explained Nasa about past year without her mom. (more...)
- June 27, 2018
With her winnings, Hataoka plans to buy a new house ... with a pool. Hataoka entered Sunday's final round at Pinnacle Country Club tied with Minjee Lee, each at 13-under. "I would try to get used to American food, go out, eat and try to get used to life in the U.S, but it's a real struggle to eat healthy", explained Nasa about past year without her mom. (more...)
England v Belgium: Should Gareth Southgate ring the changes?
- June 27, 2018
Sammy Sadovnik calls England-Belgium on Telemundo and NBCSN, joined by Eduardo Biscayart and Diego Forlan . With that in mind, Martinez said he was unlikely to field any players who have a yellow card in case they picked up another and are disqualified from the round of 16. (more...)
- June 27, 2018
Sammy Sadovnik calls England-Belgium on Telemundo and NBCSN, joined by Eduardo Biscayart and Diego Forlan . With that in mind, Martinez said he was unlikely to field any players who have a yellow card in case they picked up another and are disqualified from the round of 16. (more...)
FIFA fines Poland for political and offensive' World Cup banner
- June 27, 2018
The match played at the Spartak Stadium on Tuesday had seen Senegal winning 2-1. The Croatian Football Association was sanctioned with a fine of CHF 13,000 [$13,170] for the involvement of Croatian fans in fights and throwing objects during the match. (more...)
- June 27, 2018
The match played at the Spartak Stadium on Tuesday had seen Senegal winning 2-1. The Croatian Football Association was sanctioned with a fine of CHF 13,000 [$13,170] for the involvement of Croatian fans in fights and throwing objects during the match. (more...)
Ireland T20I: Team India aims winning start to English summer
- June 27, 2018
Ireland was recently granted the status of a Test team . India left for Dublin on Tuesday after having a practice session in London on Monday. But before their long flight to Ireland , Kohli and his India team-mates faced a wait at the airport. Rohit Sharma, Dhoni and Karthik were part of that squad , albeit Karthik was picked ahead of Dhoni in the playing eleven for that one-off game. (more...)
- June 27, 2018
Ireland was recently granted the status of a Test team . India left for Dublin on Tuesday after having a practice session in London on Monday. But before their long flight to Ireland , Kohli and his India team-mates faced a wait at the airport. Rohit Sharma, Dhoni and Karthik were part of that squad , albeit Karthik was picked ahead of Dhoni in the playing eleven for that one-off game. (more...)
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