Southampton confirm Maya Yoshida loan exit

Southampton have announced that central defender Maya Yoshida has joined Italian side Sampdoria on loan for the remainder of the 2019-20 campaign. The 31-year-old has turned out for the Saints since 2012, making close to 200 appearances for the ...

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FIFA'S LATEST LETTER REVEALS HOW NFA's GANG UP DESTROYED MY CAREER –Etim Esin

Former Super Eagles star, Etim Esin, has for the umpteenth time expressed his disappointment of not making it to the 1994 FIFA World Cup in the USA. In an exclusive interview with CHARLES OGUNDIYA, the enfante terrible also expressed disappointments ...

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Naby Keita can be Liverpool creator-in-chief but must prove one thing to Jurgen Klopp

Amid the screaming headlines of Liverpool going nineteen points clear at the Premier League's summit, there was an almost silent subplot that passed unnoticed at the London Stadium. Naby Keita, fresh from shaking off a groin injury, made his first ...

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Chiefs offer nothing but superlatives for former Rams receiver Sammy Watkins

A year after watching the Rams play in the Super Bowl, receiver Sammy Watkins finally gets his chance to do the same. Watkins left the Rams after the 2017 season to sign a massive free-agent contract with the Kansas City Chiefs. His performance last ...

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Ighalo makes shock move to Man Utd in climax to quiet January window

United looked set to miss out on cover for the injured Marcus Rashford when interest in Josh King was rebuffed by Bournemouth, but Ighalo, 30, will join on loan for the rest of the season from Chinese side Shanghai Shenhua. The Red Devils were also ...

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Wigan Athletic complete late swoop for Premier League trio

Wigan Athletic have announced the loan signings of Brighton duo Leon Balogun and Jan Mlakar, as well securing a temporary deal for Bournemouth winger Alex Dobre. The Latics had previously had a quiet January window, with only midfielder Kieran ...

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Letters: Remembering the incomparable Kobe Bryant

I can't bring 20,000 fans to their feet in an instant. I can't carry a whole team on my back and will them to an NBA championship. I can't tear my Achilles and walk to the line and sink two free throws. If an immortal can be taken so young, what chance do any of ...

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Frank Lampard: Chelsea boss says Blues are 'underdogs' for top-four finish due to lack of signings

Chelsea are "probably the underdogs" to finish in the top four this season due to a lack of singings in January, according to boss Frank Lampard. The Blues were allowed to sign players during the January transfer window after their Fifa transfer ban was ...

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Championship deadline day RECAP: Luton Town club captain leaves fans crestfallen with free agent exit, plus ALL the ...

Stick with our live blog to stay updated on when every deal in the division goes through, fan reaction, and gossip throughout the day. Be sure to click 'Refresh' for the latest updates. Championship deadline day: LIVE. Last updated: Friday, 31 January, 2020, ...

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Frank Lampard says Chelsea are now 'underdogs' in top-four race after disappointing transfer window

Frank Lampard could not hide his disappointment at Chelsea's transfer window and says the club are no longer favourites to finish in the top four despite being six points clear. The west London club had been expected to have a busy January window, having ...

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Leon Balogun and Jan Mlakar join Wigan Athletic on loan

Albion defender Leon Balogun and striker Jan Mlakar have joined Wigan Athletic on loan until the end of the season. Balogun has not played in the Premier League this season. Albion boss Graham Potter said: “I'd like to thank Leon for his professionalism ...

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Eight things we learned from Bruno's first day

With so much new information to take in on our new signing over the past 24 hours, we've rounded up everything you may have missed… SPEAKING TO CRISTIANO Bruno revealed in our exclusive interview that he had a brief chat with ex-Red Cristiano ...

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NBA Daily: Guards Channeling Their Inner Mamba

The NBA in 2020 is defined by deep-shooting point guards and increasingly-common unicorns, but its history is marked by shooting guards earning singular nicknames. Jerry West became The Logo. Michael Jordan rose to be the GOAT. Kobe Bryant is ...

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January transfer window learnings: Man Utd need big impact from Bruno Fernandes and more

The January transfer window always prompts plenty of excitement among fans, but for those working behind the scenes at Premier League clubs, it is regarded as an increasingly difficult period in which to do business. The consensus is that there is little value ...

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Arteta hoping Arsenal will be more "unpredictable" for rest of season

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta hopes the club's January additions can help make them more unpredictable, but warned the loan pair of Pablo Mari and Cedric Soares they must fight to guarantee a long-term future at the Emirates. The Spaniard declared himself ...

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HIGHLIGHTS-Soccer-January transfer deadline day moves

Jan 31 (Reuters) - Latest news and highlights from Europe's top football leagues on transfer deadline day (all times GMT):. 22:51. Premier League Aston Villa brought in Spanish forward Borja Baston from Championship (second-tier) club Swansea City on a ...

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Colts: Don't sleep on Parris Campbell in his second season

Parris Campbell is part of this story: Despite flashing some talent and providing ample hope for the future, the Indianapolis Colts' 2019 season was rocky. After going 10-6 in 2018, the team saw former superstar quarterback Andrew Luck retire ahead of this ...

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Carli Lloyd kicks a field goal in Super Bowl commercial, and the message goes beyond just her NFL dreams

USWNT star Carli Lloyd will take center stage in a Secret deodorant ad set to air during Super Bowl LIV. Carli Lloyd kick. AP Photo/Matt Rourke. In the ad, Lloyd drills a game-winning field goal in front of a stadium full of fans, driving home a message that she ...

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Delay shouldn't translate to denial for Iwobi under Ancelotti

The playmaker's teammates have had a head start under the Italian manager, but the Nigerian's skillset ought to earn him a place in the side soon. Alex Iwobi's injury a few days to Christmas was hurtful for two reasons: it came against old club Arsenal, where ...

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Ex-Georgia Tech star Josh Okogie among Rising Stars

Former Georgia Tech star Josh Okogie has been named to play in the Rising Stars Challenge at the NBA's All-Star weekend for the second year in a row. The announcement was made Friday. The game will be played Feb. 14 in Chicago, two days before the ...

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4th T20I: Shardul Thakur Does a Shami As India Beat New Zealand in Super Over

WELLINGTON — Team India made it two in a row as they beat New Zealand in the Super Over after the fourth T20I between the two teams ended in a tie at the Sky Stadium on Jan. 31. Chasing 14, K.L. Rahul started with a six off Tim Southee and that very ...

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Odion Ighalo: Manchester United sign Nigeria striker on loan until end of season

Manchester United have signed former Watford striker Odion Ighalo from Shanghai Shenhua on loan until the end of the season. The deal to bring the 30-year-old Nigeria international to Old Trafford contains no option to buy. Ighalo, who is still in China but is ...

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Credit Andy Reid's parents for Chiefs coach's creative plays

MIAMI — Andy Reid is often asked how he comes up with the wild plays that have become a hallmark of the Kansas City Chiefs. His son provided the best explanation yet this week. Big Reid was was born to parents, Britt Reid explained, who imparted in him ...

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Israel Adesanya: 'I'll make it look easy' against Yoel Romero at UFC 248

It remains to be seen if Yoel Romero will present the toughest challenge of Israel Adesanya's career, but the UFC middleweight champion isn't convinced. Adesanya (18-0) has heard all the talk about Romero (13-4), the Cuban powerhouse who will attempt to ...

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Kyle Shanahan recalls Super Bowl-like importance of first 49ers win

MIAMI, Fla. -- Kyle Shanahan's tenure as 49ers head coach didn't get off to an ideal start. The 49ers opened the 2017 season 0-9, but finished strong, going 6-1 down the stretch. Shanahan and general manager John Lynch have talked a lot about the journey ...

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Transfer news live: Chelsea push for Dries Mertens, Cedric Soares to Arsenal, Emre Can deal done

Hello and welcome to the football.london transfer blog for Thursday January 30th. The January transfer window closes tomorrow night, so what business can we expect to see from clubs across the Premier League? Arsenal have signed Pablo Mari, and are ...

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Moses is adapting well at Inter – Conte

Johnny Edward. Inter Milan manager Antonio Conte is delighted to see Victor Moses adapt well to Nerazzurri pattern, Sports Extra reports. Inter earned a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Fiorentina at the San Siro on Wednesday. Moses, who recently joined Inter ...

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Cleveland Browns: Will Joe Woods keep 4-3 defense in 2020?

The Cleveland Browns are expected to officially announce the hiring of 49ers assistant Joe Woods after the Super Bowl. So, will use use a 4-3, or 3-4 base? An interesting tidbit to come out of Super Bowl week involving the Cleveland Browns, was that 49ers ...

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Liverpool's £58m January transfer deadline day that will never be repeated

If ever a day was designed to epitomise the weirdest and (occasionally) most wonderful excesses of the modern game, it's transfer deadline day. It is easy to assume deadline day is a completely artificial construct of the Premier League era but in fact it's been ...

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Good to see Super Falcons making big moves

The Super Falcons are still the top team in African women's football even if they are no longer totally dominant. But they are still a long way from being one of the world's top sides. From available evidence, the key to being competitive for national teams is to ...

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Bruno Fernandes on FIFA 20: How Manchester United's new €55m signing rates

Manchester United have completed their first signing of the January 2020 transfer window, with the club confirming that midfielder Bruno Fernandes as completed a permanent move from Sporting CP. The Portuguese midfielder will cost €55million (£46.56m), ...

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Chiefs can't get enough of Patrick Mahomes magic: 'Crazy stuff'

MIAMI — They speak with reverence and awe at the recollection of all the eye-popping, jaw-breaking plays that no quarterback is supposed to make, that in truth no quarterback has ever made. Others have had howitzers for arms, but who throws no-look ...

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NFLPA reps discuss 17-game season, say there's more work to be done on new agreement

MIAMI — Players in leadership positions of the NFL Players Association met Thursday to consider the proposed new collective bargaining agreement with the league, which would include a 17-game regular season. Eric Winston, the former offensive lineman ...

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Tennis commentators weigh in on Ash Barty's response to losing in the Australian Open semi-finals

Ash Barty rides speed bumps better than anyone in tennis but some commentators have questioned her upbeat attitude after her latest loss, and criticised the 23-year-old's decision to bring her 11-week-old niece into a post-match press conference. The world ...

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Sources: Barca get €30m deal for Braga youngster Francisco Trincao

Barcelona have struck a deal with S.C. Braga to sign young forward Francisco Trincao in a deal worth around €30 million, multiple sources have told ESPN. - Transfer Grades: All the big moves rated - When does the transfer window close? - All major ...

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Arsenal 'turned down chance to sign Dries Mertens'

Arsenal reportedly turned down the chance to sign Napoli attacker Dries Mertens in the early stages of the January transfer window. The Belgium international, who will see his contract in Naples expire at the end of the season, continues to be strongly linked ...

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Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Man Utd ready to sell Pogba after signing Fernandes

Inter have re-entered the race for Olivier Giroud and hope to beat a host of clubs to the Chelsea forward's signature before the transfer deadline, according to Calciomercato. The France international is keen to leave Stamford Bridge to secure more first-team ...

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Emre Can To End Juventus Nightmare With $25 Million Borussia Dortmund Transfer?

It should have been a step in the right direction for Emre Can, but the German midfielder's move to Juventus in 2018 turned out to be an absolute disaster, will a loan move to Borussia Dortmund reignite his career? The 'will he, won't he?' saga that ...

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West Ham want striker, midfielder and right-back as club plot busy transfer deadline day

The stakes over the next 48 hours could not be higher. West Ham 's transfer business ahead of tonight's transfer deadline will be pivotal to their Premier League fate. Chairman David Sullivan has already tied up a deal worth up to £20.7m for Czech Republic ...

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FOX NEWS: Male onesies being sold online sparks humor: 'Who asked for this?'

Male onesies being sold online sparks humor: 'Who asked for this?'



The only thing better than a onesie is an adult onesie for men.

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Watch Australia women's T20I cricket Tri-Series live

This women's T20I cricket tri-series will be a key part of preparations ahead of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup. The Australians are the dominant team in all forms of women's cricket. So a women's T20I cricket series in front of their home fans will show ...

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Chargers' Russell Okung says health, safety a priority over 17th game

MIAMI -- A 17-game NFL season is not a slam dunk for the players union, which expressed concern during a press conference Thursday at the Miami Beach Convention Center. The NFL and the NFLPA have negotiated a new Collective Bargaining ...

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RANDALL THE HANDLE: Which team to pick in Super Bowl LIV

49ers (15-3) vs. Chiefs (14-4). LINE: KANSAS CITY by 1½. THE CASE FOR THE CHIEFS. Speed kills. If that axiom is true, the Chiefs are lethal assassins. Leading the way is fleet-footed WR Tyreek Hill. The diminutive speedster has emerged as one of the ...

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Nemanja Matic delivers brutally honest assessment of Manchester United targets

Nemanja Matic has delivered a brutally honest assessment of Manchester United's status - and told them to expect more difficult times if they stick to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's youth drive. The Serbia international insists supporters deserve more than they've ...

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Edinson Cavani: Inter Miami hold talks over Paris Saint-Germain striker

Inter Miami have held discussions over a proposed deal to sign Paris Saint-Germain striker Edinson Cavani. Cavani, PSG's all-time leading goalscorer, is out of contract at the Ligue 1 club at the end of the season, meaning he will be available on a free ...

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Utah WR Terrell Perriman arrested for alleged kidnapping, rape

Utah wide receiver Terrell Perriman has been arrested on suspicion of kidnapping and raping a 17-year-old girl. Perriman, a redshirt freshman from Miami, has not been charged but was booked Thursday at Salt Lake County jail for suspicion of rape, ...

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Dominic Thiem outslugs No. 1 Rafael Nadal in Australian Open quarterfinals

MELBOURNE, Australia — Outplayed at his own brand of physical tennis for much of the match, Rafael Nadal finally claimed a set to try to start a comeback against Dominic Thiem. Nadal marked the moment by hopping in a crouch at the baseline and ...

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Why Kyle Shanahan's 'difficult' reputation surprised 49ers players

When Kyle Shanahan was the offensive coordinator of the Atlanta Falcons and interviewed for head coaching opportunities around the NFL, word spread that he was difficult to deal with. The 49ers Insider Podcast. On Friday before traveling to Miami for Super ...

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Man Utd need a striker who 'will break his nose to score' - Solskjaer

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes the club needs more goalscorers willing to break their nose or toe to score. The Red Devils claimed a 1-0 win over Manchester City in their Carabao Cup semi-final second leg on Wednesday - a ...

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Admiral Muskwe: Swindon Town sign Leicester City forward on loan

The Zimbabwe international has left the Foxes to link up with Richie Wellens' League One promotion hopefuls. Swindon Town have confirmed the signing of Admiral Muskwe from Leicester City on loan until the end of the season, subject to Football League ...

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Man City reaches League Cup final despite loss to United

MANCHESTER, England — Pep Guardiola slumped to his haunches in the technical area and put his head in his hands after seeing his Manchester City players squander yet another clear-cut opportunity. With a few minutes remaining in a one-sided, ...

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Papers: Real Madrid and Tottenham set for talks over Gareth Bale return

All the top stories and transfer rumours from the back pages of Thursday's national newspapers... DAILY MAIL. Tottenham and Real Madrid will enter talks over a sensational return for Gareth Bale - but the Wales star would have to agree to a massive pay cut.

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How Kobe Bryant changed the sneaker world

Michael Jordan was professional basketball's first signature shoe king, but Kobe Bryant was arguably his heir apparent, as crucial and challenging to the brand he represented — Nike — as he famously was with his Lakers teammates on the court.

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A 17-Year-Old Aussie Cricket Gun Has Been Attacked By A Monkey In South Africa

One of Australia's most promising up-and-coming cricketers is on his way home from an on-going tour of South Africa, after being injured in a, get this, rogue monkey attack. 17-year-old Jake Fraser-McGurk (editor's note: great name) was in South Africa as ...

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Will Bruno Fernandes make his debut against Wolves?

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was asked if potential new signing Bruno Fernandes could make his debut at the weekend against Wolves, providing the move goes ahead as hoped. The Sporting Lisbon captain is set to discuss personal ...

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Kawhi Leonard unsure on continuing LA helicopter commutes

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. -- When Kawhi Leonard decided to return to the Los Angeles area to play for the LA Clippers, he turned to a mentor and friend in Kobe Bryant for advice. Leonard says that conversation included asking Bryant about getting around.

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Super Bowl 2020: Vince Lombardi, the story behind the name on NFL's biggest prize

There is a name that resonates with American football fans across generations. When Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers meet in the Super Bowl on Sunday, the very prize on offer carries it. The Vince Lombardi Trophy. Lombardi was a five-time ...

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Kobe Bryant, Amy Bockerstette and the impact both have had on US Open champion Gary Woodland

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Gary Woodland was practicing at TPC Scottsdale on Sunday when the news of Kobe Bryant's death broke. At first he tried to figure out if it was real, then a wave of emotion swept over him. Part of the reason: Woodland is himself a father ...

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Man City vs Manchester United highlights and reaction as Nemanja Matic scores and sent off

Man City have secured their place in Carabao Cup final despite falling to a 1-0 defeat to Manchester United in their semi-final second leg on Wednesday night at the Etihad Stadium. Pep Guardiola's side possessed a 3-1 lead from the first encounter three ...

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Spurs sign $52 million Eriksen replacement – he'll even wear the same number

Tottenham have signed winger Steven Bergwijn from PSV Eindhoven for a reported £27m ($A52m) on a five-and-a-half-year deal. The 22-year-old had a medical in London on Tuesday as Spurs looked to add another attacking player who predominantly ...

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Pep Guardiola denounces supporters after allegations of missiles and Munich air disaster chants

Meanwhile, United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has branded Nemanja Matic's second-half red card 'a joke'. By Mike McGrath at The Etihad 29 January 2020 • 11:48pm. Premium. Pep Guardiola the manager of Manchester City looks on during the Carabao ...

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Raza shines as Chevrons take control

SIKANDAR RAZA recorded the second-best bowling figures in a Test innings by a Zimbabwean to put the hosts in total control of second Test at Harare Sports Club yesterday. Prince Masvaure and Regis Chakabva then took the Chevrons comfortably through ...

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How Los Angeles Lakers are coping with loss of Kobe Bryant

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — The lights shined on Kobe Bryant's two jersey numbers in the corner of the Lakers' practice facility. Literally and figuratively, Bryant's name has cast a looming shadow over the Lakers in recent days. Four days after Bryant, his ...

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Chikeluba Ofoedu preserves Maccabi Tel Aviv's unbeaten Ligat HaAl run

The Nigerian scored his seventh league goal of the season as the Yellow Ones picked an away point at Hapoel Beer Sheva. Maccabi Tel Aviv have now gone 21 games without defeat courtesy of Chikeluba Ofoedu's goal in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus ...

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Kortney Hause admits Aston Villa resorted to the "dirty side of the game"

Kortney Hause has revealed Aston Villa resorted to "the dirty side of the game" to help clinch their place in the Carabao Cup final. Villa boss Dean Smith said his side were "very aggressive" in Tuesday night's 2-1 semi-final second-leg win over Leicester at ...

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Kobe Bryant's 'Mamba Army' Fans Were as Relentless as He Was

The mention of Kobe Bryant could instantly start a fight, whether in a bar with friends or a in far-flung corner of the internet. In the 2000s, fans angrily discussed whether Bryant, the Lakers superstar guard, was as good as the man he had modeled his game ...

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Kroos sets up Real Madrid win at Real Zaragoza with 8/10 performance

Raphael Varane, Lucas Vazquez, Vinicius Junior and Karim Benzema were all on the scoresheet as Real Madrid won 4-0 at Real Zaragoza on Wednesday to progress to the Copa del Rey quarterfinals. Varane had the ball in the back of the net with just six ...

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Australian Open 2020 results today LIVE: Roger Federer vs Novak Djokovic, Simona Halep vs Garbine Muguruza

Welcome back to the Evening Standard's live coverage of the 2020 Australian Open. A mouth-watering semi-final clash awaits as Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic battle it out for a place in the final. There is another heavyweight clash as Simona Halep ...

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Bruno Fernandes arrives at Lowry hotel ahead of completing Man Utd transfer on Thursday

Bruno Fernandes and his party have been spotted arriving at the Lowry hotel as he closing in on completing his transfer to Manchester United. By Ben Pringle. 23:05, Wed, Jan 29, 2020 | UPDATED: 23:07, Wed, Jan 29, 2020. Share. Video Player is loading.

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Ferdinand to host Guinness Night Football in Lagos

Former England international, Rio Ferdinand, has been chosen to host the Guinness Night Football Pan-African extravaganza scheduled to hold on January 31, the organisers of the event have informed The PUNCH. The former Manchester United defender ...

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Dani Ceballos unhappy with Mikel Arteta after talks over role at Arsenal

Dani Ceballos is reportedly unhappy with Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta over his plans for the midfielder and remains open to leaving the north London club before the window closes. The Real Madrid loanee made his first appearance under Arteta in ...

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Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Barcelona move for Ajax star Tadic

Germany star still wants to leave Manchester City. Leroy Sane is having second thoughts about joining Bayern Munich in the summer, Bild and Welt report. Bayern tried to sign the Germany international last season and are reportedly planning on making a ...

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FOX NEWS: Florida day care worker fired after mom finds note written on toddler's belly

Florida day care worker fired after mom finds note written on toddler's belly



Heather Chisum said she was "furious" over the "out of diapers" note.

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Blais to return to Blues' lineup in Calgary; Sundqvist out with lower-body injury

As one St. Louis Blues player returns a lengthy absence on Tuesday night, another will be out of the lineup due to injury. The team announced prior to Tuesday night's game against the Calgary Flames that forward Sammy Blais will return from a 28-game ...

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Cubs sign outfielder Steven Souza Jr. to a one-year deal

CHICAGO – In a perfect world, one of the outfielders acquired late in the 2019 season by the Cubs would be making his way back to the club for 2020. But Nick Castellanos is off to division rival Cincinnati on a four-year, $64 million deal as the Cubs continued ...

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'NFF Has Overcome Olympic Disappointment'

The 1st Vice President, Nigeria Football Federation, Seyi Akinwunmi, says he is at a loss over the failure of the U-23 men's national team and the Super Falcons to qualify for this year's Olympics in Japan, admitting his disappointment, while also adding that ...

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NOC Inaugurates Commissions

The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has concluded plans to formally inaugurate its various Commissions tomorrow in Lagos. The composition of the commissions in line with the provisions of the International Olympic Charter and NOC Statutes. Also, these ...

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After donating kidney to daughter, Sam Madison cherishes Super Bowl opportunity as Chiefs assistant coach

MIAMI — In a perfect world, Sam Madison says, he might be in his third year as an NFL coach, not his first. Things happened, he says, causing other things — more accurately, just about everything — to be put on hold. To know how Madison ended up in not ...

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AC Milan's Suso closes in on Sevilla transfer

The Spanish winger is set to return to his home nation on a temporary deal that could become permanent. AC Milan midfielder Suso is close to joining Sevilla on a loan deal with an option for the La Liga side to buy the Spaniard in the future. The 26-year-old ...

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'Citizen of the world': Bryant promoted basketball globally

ROME — At a Lakers preseason game in Beijing in 2013, the arena rang out with chants of “Kobe! Kobe!” — despite the injured superstar not even having suited up. From Los Angeles to Italy, Asia and beyond, Kobe Bryant was bigger than just a basketball ...

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Jack Grealish: 'Aston Villa playmaker should be in next England squad'

Jack Grealish was the central figure in a battle of loyalties between the Republic of Ireland and England before finally settling on his international future - now is the time for Gareth Southgate to give him the chance to show what all the fuss was about. It was as ...

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Barcelona 'end interest in Rodrigo Moreno'

Newly-appointed boss Quique Setien is keen to find a short-term replacement for Luis Suarez, who is sidelined until May with a knee injury. Earlier on Tuesday, it was claimed that Barcelona were prepared to sign Sporting Lisbon midfielder Bruno Fernandes ...

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U-17 W'Cup qualifier: Flamingos to face Guinea

Johnny Edward. Nigeria's Flamingos will face Guinea in the first round of the Confederation of African Football qualifiers for the U-17 Women's World Cup India 2020, Sports Extra reports. The Flamingos, who drew bye from the preliminary stage, are away to ...

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Aribo massive for Rangers – Defoe

Ebenezer Bajela. Glasgow Rangers striker, Jermain Defoe, has described Super Eagles midfielder, Joe Aribo, as an integral part of the Gers' squad, as he hailed his adaptation to his new role as a number 10. Defoe is impressed with how Aribo has embraced ...

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Controversial Nike Vaporflys to escape ban but running shoe rules will tighten

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FOX NEWS: Viral TikTok video shows men playing cards while waiting at Florida intersection

Viral TikTok video shows men playing cards while waiting at Florida intersection



What better thing to do while waiting for the traffic light than to play a game of cards?

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer: Paul Pogba Is 'Desperate' to Make Manchester United Return

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said that midfielder Paul Pogba is desperate to make his Manchester United return after undergoing ankle surgery at the start of January. The Manchester United boss told reporters that the midfielder is looking forward to getting back ...

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How the NBA, Los Angeles Lakers could honor Kobe Bryant - this season and beyond

A Kobe Bryant statue outside of Staples Center is a given. It will happen and an announcement could come soon because Los Angeles Lakers protocol is to unveil a statue when a former Lakers player enters the Hall of Fame. In his first year of Hall eligibility, ...

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Alexis Lafreniere suspended 3 games after head shot

Alexis Lafreniere, expected to be the No. 1 overall pick in June's NHL draft, was suspended for three games Tuesday by the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League. Lafreniere, 18, who plays forward for Rimouski Oceanic, delivered a head shot on Quebec ...

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Kobe Bryant, Philly Guy

PHILADELPHIA — The scorer's clock in a suburban gym was to be set at 33 seconds on Tuesday night, in honor of the jersey Kobe Bryant wore in high school, and to tick silently to zero before a hushed crowd. His birthplace of Philadelphia appeared as ...

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David Moyes wants West Ham to sign younger players with resale value

David Moyes has said ...

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Laurent Duvernay-Tardif: The first medical doctor playing in the NFL is in Super Bowl LIV

Miami (CNN) This doctor has one of the most important jobs in Super Bowl LIV, but he's not part of the team's medical staff. Instead, Laurent Duvernay-Tardif, who earned his doctor of medicine degree from McGill University in Canada in 2018, plays right ...

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Liverpool team news: Predicted 4-3-3 line up vs West Ham – Sadio Mane replacement

Liverpool are expected to be without Sadio Mane when they return to Premier League action against West Ham on Wednesday (7.45pm). By Ben Pringle. PUBLISHED: 06:15, Tue, Jan 28, 2020. Share. Video Player is loading. Play Video. Play. Mute.

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How Diogo Dalot can push into Manchester United starting XI

Man Utd full back Diogo Dalot impressed vs Tranmere in a more advanced role and he would serve a purpose there for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Share. By. Charlotte Duncker. 06:00, 28 JAN 2020. Sportopinion. Diogo Dalot celebrates after scoring vs Tranmere.

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Liverpool have had psychological advantage over Manchester City all season but must maintain focus

Liverpool play their game in hand at West Ham on Wednesday and it's another opportunity to put more psychological pressure on Manchester City. West Ham have had a couple of bad results recently after a decent start when David Moyes initially came back ...

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Transfer: Man Utd ask Alexis Sanchez to return from Inter Milan

Manchester United are ready to give Alexis Sanchez another chance to prove himself at the club, according to the Daily Star. Sanchez joined Serie A club Inter Milan on a season-long loan during the summer, after a miserable 18 months at Old Trafford.

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EPL: Jesus reacts as Guardiola takes penalty duties away from him

Manchester City striker, Gabriel Jesus, has vowed to reclaim penalty duties, after being axed by manager Pep Guardiola following a series of misses. Jesus' failure against Sheffield United was his third of the season. Guardiola then appointed Ilkay Gundogan ...

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FA Cup fifth round: Man Utd, Arsenal, City discover opponents [Full draw]

The draw for the fifth round of the FA Cup was conducted Monday evening. Holders Manchester City face Sheffield United at the Etihad Stadium, while Arsenal who won 2-1 at Bournemouth, will travel to Portsmouth. Manchester United play either ...

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Obodo survives multiple crashes

Former Super Eagles midfielder, Christian Obodo has revealed he escaped death after surviving two autos crash this Month. Obodo, 35, told brila.net in an exclusive interview that both accidents occurred while he was on a family visit from Italy. The former ...

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Access Bank supporting marathon to boost tourism, GDP

With the 2020 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon fast approaching, the headline sponsor and Africa's largest bank in terms of retail size, Access Bank Plc, has , once again explained that its sponsorship of the race is geared towards improving the economic ...

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Man City transfer news LIVE Mendy and Laporte latest and early Manchester United team news

All the latest Manchester City transfer rumours, injury latest and breaking news ahead of the Man Utd match. Share. By. Liam Corless. Updated 19:43, 27 JAN 2020. Sport. Click for Sound. Video Player is loading. Play Video. Play. Mute. Current Time 0:00.

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Manchester United 'compete with Tottenham for Monaco striker' and more transfer rumours

Today's bout of transfer gossip sees Man Utd linked with a Monaco striker and former Liverpool FC midfielder Emre Can. Share. By. Daniel Murphy. 04:00, 28 JAN 2020. Sport. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Jose Mourinho are said to be competing for the transfer ...

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Relentless ATK reaped the rewards against NorthEast United

ATK are back on top of the table as they continue their pursuit for the Asian Champions League group stage berth... The 15,101 spectators present at the Salt Lake Stadium on Monday knew what was in store for them right from the off. Withing minutes into the ...

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Nicol warns Maddison against Man Utd move: Look what they did to Pogba!

Nicol believes the Leicester City star could stagnate his career at Old Trafford, in a similar vein to Paul Pogba. The Reds legendary defender told ESPN FC: "Under normal circumstances this would be kind of a no brainer, somebody like him, playing at a ...

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Aston Villa set to play £8.5m signing Mbwana Samatta against Leicester

Rodgers could risk ...

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Man City trounce Fulham to ease into FA Cup fifth round

Manchester City took advantage of Tim Ream's early sending off to ease into the FA Cup fifth round with a comfortable 4-0 win over Fulham. The Fulham captain was dismissed after just six minutes at the Etihad Stadium, effectively ending any hopes the ...

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NOC to inaugurate commissions in Lagos

The Nigeria Olympic Committee has concluded plans to inaugurate it's various Commissions on Wednesday in Lagos. The composition of the commissions is in line with the provisions of the International Olympic Charter and NOC Statutes, a statement from ...

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Manchester United making plans to keep Alexis Sanchez after Inter loan ends

Manchester United have told Alexis Sanchez that he will be expected back at Carrington in the summer, according to reports. The 31-year-old is currently spending the season on load at Inter, although his campaign has been severely disrupted after ...

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Snow maintains Sigona lead after Round Two

... • Another home player, Professional Golfers of Kenya captain, CJ Wangai, returned a round score of 1-under, 71, to ascend to T11, on a gross score of 5-over par, 149. • A total of 21 golfers including one amateur, made the cut, which was set at 8-over par ...

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Jurgen Klopp facing Naby Keita headache as Takumi Minamino poses Liverpool question

Liverpool were in command of their FA Cup Fourth Round match against Shrewsbury Town on Sunday before letting a two-goal lead slip for the contest to end in a draw. A well-worked and excellently taken goal from Curtis Jones in the first half was all that ...

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NOGIG 2020: ExxonMobil, NNPC, PTI begin on winning note

he defending champions, ExxonMobil, NNPC and PTI football teams recorded impressive wins yesterday in the opening day matches of the preliminaries of the Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry Games being played at the Legacy Pitch, National Stadium, Lagos.

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Man United want Alexis Sanchez back from Inter loan next season - sources

Manchester United are ready to offer Alexis Sanchez a chance to revive his Old Trafford career in the summer, sources have told ESPN. Sanchez is spending the season on loan at Inter Milan but the Italian side do not have an option to buy and the Chilean ...

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Deadline Day countdown: 10 transfers that could still happen

There have been just 22 new signings across 12 Premier League clubs so far during the January transfer window. But, with the final week now in full swing, we anticipate things hotting up ahead of the 11pm deadline on Friday. There are plenty of big names ...

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Wakaso shares his emotions with a fan after Alaves exit

The Ghanaian midfielder was moved by the love shown towards him as he has departed the Mendizorroza for China. Mubarak Wakaso says he will try his best to make a young fan of Alaves happy in what was a very emotional video posted on social media.

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Super-sub Balwant Singh sends NorthEast United packing with a stoppage time winner

Balwant Singh's winner at the dying embers of the match propelled ATK to a narrow 1-0 win over NorthEast United in an Indian Super League (ISL) clash at the Salt Lake stadium on Monday evening. The Indian striker broke the deadlock with a header from a ...

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Chikwelu's brace sinks Espanyol

Monica Iheakam. Super Falcons midfielder, Rita Chikwelu has continued her scintillating form in the Spanish women league, netting a brace in Madrid Ladies 1-3 away win against Espanyol yesterday. The goals scored in the 12th and 80th minutes of ...

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Rangers keep CAF Confed Cup hope alive

Nigeria's Rangers International of Enugu yesterday picked a vital win against hosts, Pyramid FC in Cairo, Egypt, just as they kept hope alive in the ongoing CAF Confederations Cup. The Enugu-based team now placed third behind Pyramids and Al Masry with ...

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Liverpool held 2-2 by 3rd-tier Shrewsbury in FA Cup shocker

The sight of Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino entering as substitutes late in the second half really summed up Liverpool's desperation in its FA Cup match against supposed pushovers from the third tier on Sunday. Even the two superstar forwards ...

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For Decades, Kobe Bryant Defined the Los Angeles Lakers. He Shaped Their Future, Too.

The last time Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant played an N.B.A. game, he went out shooting. It was Apr. 13, 2016, and Bryant scored 60 points, much to the delight of the Staples Center crowd, which included the actor Jack Nicholson and the rapper ...

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Ons Jabeur becomes first Arab woman to make Australian Open singles quarter-finals

If you were to suggest to Ons Jabeur she has become a trailblazer as a result of her exploits at the Australian Open, it seems it would be a title that would sit comfortably with the 25-year-old. Key points: Ons Jabeur is the first Arab woman to make the ...

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Chelsea news: Edinson Cavani decision, Ruben Loftus-Cheek warning, key message for Frank Lampard

Chelsea fans are hoping for a busy final week of the January transfer window after the Blues progressed to the fifth round of the FA Cup with victory at Hull City. Share. Comments. By. Robert Warlow. 04:00, 27 JAN 2020. Chelsea. Edinson Cavani of PSG has ...

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Man Utd give troubled season much-needed boost with FA Cup thrashing of Tranmere

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side smoothed over a few issues with a comprehensive 6-0 win over the League One side at Prenton Park. Share. Comments. Andy Dunn. By. Andy Dunn. 03:57, 27 JAN 2020. Sportopinion. Click for Sound. Video Player is loading.

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Elber predicts bright future for Nigeria football

Brazilian legend and Bayern Munich ambassador Giovane Elber has expressed satisfaction with the performance of 20 grassroots' coaches drawn from six area councils of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) who had a one-day special coaching clinic on ...

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Kobe Bryant's Brilliant and Complicated Legacy

Kobe Bryant, who made the leap directly from high school to a glittering 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers that established him as one of basketball's all-time greats, was among nine people killed in a helicopter crash on Sunday north of Los Angeles ...

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England boss Gareth Southgate the 'leading contender' to replace Ole Gunner Solskjaer at Manchester United

And it appears Manchester United have set their sights on him with the team still stuttering under misfiring boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. That and more in another edition of Rumour Mill! Watch LIVE coverage of La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A, Ligue 1 and EFL ...

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Defoe to join Rangers on permanent deal

The Ibrox gaffer has been thrilled with what Defoe has brought to his Rangers side in the previous year since arriving on-loan from AFC Bournemouth - and now when that deal expires, he'll become a permanent Gers player in the summer. The 37-year-old ...

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Aribo reveals Rangers debt to 'Uncle' Defoe

Johnny Edward. Joe Aribo has lifted the lid on Jermain Defoe's dressing room influence and revealed the veteran striker has been nicknamed “Uncle”. The 37-year-old goal-grabber is set to make his loan deal from Premier League side Bournemouth ...

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FA Cup review: Liverpool have themselves to blame for replay; Man United get it right!

Nick Miller looks back on all the weekend's FA Cup matches (stream live in the U.S. on ESPN+). Here are the top takeaways from this past weekend's action. Jump to: Liverpool only have themselves to blame | Man United get it right | Pep should lay off City ...

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Ngige, Snow share the lead at Sigona

•Ngige carded a first nine total of 35 having holed birdies at the par-3, third and the par-5, ninth; with his only dropped shot on the first nine coming at the par-4, first. •Meanwhile, Snow carded a first nine total of 36, having holed birdies at the par-4, second and ...

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New Zealand v India: Black Caps on the cusp of worst losing streak in eight years

New format, new opponents, same results. After losing the first two matches of their Twenty20 series against India, the Black Caps have now suffered five defeats in a row across all formats – their worst run since 2016. If they lose their sixth straight match at ...

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Leishman rallies to win Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Marc Leishman couldn't miss whether it was for birdie for par, racing from four shots behind with a 7-under 65 and winning the Farmers Insurance Open when Jon Rahm couldn't match his eagle putt from three years ago. Leishman ran off ...

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Kobe Bryant, Lakers legend, dies in helicopter crash at 41 years old

Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash on Sunday morning in Calabasas, the NBA confirmed. The legendary Los Angeles Lakers star was 41 years old. Bryant's daughter, Gianna, 13, also tragically died in the crash. Authorities confirmed that all nine ...

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Tiger Woods calls Kobe Bryant's death 'one of the most shocking, tragic days'

SAN DIEGO -- While competing in the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines on Sunday, a shaken and subdued Tiger Woods was unaware that Kobe Bryant had died. The news of Bryant's reported death broke while Woods played the front nine, and his ...

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Tranmere Rovers 0-6 Manchester United: ​Maguire and Lingard strike as Solskjaer's men run riot

Diogo Dalot scored his first goal for Manchester United and there were rare strikes from Harry Maguire and Jesse Lingard as the Red Devils routed Tranmere Rovers 6-0 to reach the fifth round of the FA Cup. A goal glut and a morale-boosting victory was just ...

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Kobe Bryant Was Basketball's Great Storyteller

On Saturday night, in a game against the Philadelphia 76ers, the Los Angeles Lakers' LeBron James scored a driving layup with 7:23 left in the third quarter, giving him 33,644 points in his career—two more than Kobe Bryant, and good for third place on the ...

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Rangers defeat to Hearts hands title initiative to Celtic

One result, two ends of the table rocked and altered. Tynecastle always should be a place that Rangers and Celtic approach with respect and trepidation, a venue liable to trip them up no matter how confident they are when heading east. Rangers had not lost ...

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Tiger Woods Wraps Up Solid 2020 Farmers Insurance Open with Final-Round 70

Tiger Woods remains tied at 82 with Sam Snead on the all-time PGA Tour wins list after shooting a 70 Sunday afternoon to finish the 2020 Farmers Insurance Open nine under par and six shots off the current leader at Torrey Pines in San Diego. The 15-time ...

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Bruno Fernandes: Manchester United short of Sporting Lisbon valuation

Manchester United are still short of Sporting Lisbon's valuation of Bruno Fernandes, with talks continuing between the two clubs. On Thursday the two sides were as much as £10m apart in their valuation with United willing to pay £42m having initially agreed ...

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ISL: Hugo Boumous Rescues FC Goa With Late Strike Against Kerala Blasters

The victory sends Goa to the top of the Hero ISL table while Kerala stay eight with 14 points from as many games. Published: January 26, 2020 8:22 AM IST. By India.com Sports Desk Email Edited by Aditya Bhattacharya Email · Facebook share · Twitter share ...

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Why Sunday matters so much to Tiger Woods even if he doesn't win

SAN DIEGO -- It has been seven years since Tiger Woods last won at Torrey Pines, and the results since that eighth professional victory on the shores of the Pacific have been mixed; he has never been in contention coming down the final nine holes. Sunday ...

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Chelsea survive late scare to advance

Premier League pedigree counts for a good deal, enough to overcame the club in the middle of the Championship. But this being Chelsea, pedigree was no guarantee of control, and their command over a spirited Hull City veered off track late on. Goals from ...

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Caf Champions League wrap: Raja Casablanca, Esperance proceed, AS Vita out

Raja Casablanca and defending champions Esperance will progress into the Caf Champions League quarter-finals after a 2-2 Group D draw at Stade Olympique de Rades. The Moroccans almost snatched an away win but substitute Fedi Ben Choug levelled ...

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Farmers Insurance Open 2020: Jon Rahm Surges, Takes Lead Entering Final Round

The 2020 Farmers Insurance Open's third round embodied moving day at Torrey Pines in San Diego on Saturday. While 36-hole leader Ryan Palmer logged a one-under and only dropped one spot to second place, Jon Rahm and Rory McIlroy each ...

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Leicester City hit last cup goal at Griffin Park to break Brentford hearts

If Brentford do make the Premier League the competition will miss out on something when it comes to Griffin Park, a tight and homely arena redolent of football's past that would have brought something different to the party. But the top flight would gain a team ...

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Timo Werner and four other players Liverpool are 'tipped to sign'

Liverpool have already completed the signing of Takumi Minamino from Red Bull Salzburg this month. And despite a more than impressive start to the season, Jurgen Klopp's side are still the subject of plenty of speculation around transfers. But how likely are ...

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New Zealand vs India 2nd T20 Live Stream: How to Watch in USA

The Black Caps of New Zealand will host India's Men in Blue at Eden Park in Auckland for the second of five T20 matches. The match (starts early Sunday morning/late Saturday night at 1:50 a.m. ET) won't be on TV in the United States, but anyone in the US ...

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Zidane defends Bale amid injury criticism

Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane has launched a strong defence of Gareth Bale following criticism of his latest injury. Bale limped out of Wednesday's 3-1 Copa del Rey victory at Unionistas, in which he scored the opening goal, with an ankle knock which ...

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Spurs boss Mourinho unhappy over Eriksen transfer saga

SOUTHAMPTON, Jan 26 ― Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho appeared to take a swipe at Inter Milan as the Italian club struggle to complete their protracted move for Christian Eriksen. Mourinho left Eriksen out of his matchday squad for yesterday's 1-1 ...

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Antonio Conte beware: Victor Moses is a Trojan horse

The Nigeria international reunites with the manager who revived him at Chelsea, but he may become the stick with which critics beat the Inter boss. Finally, with an announcement that had been somewhat spoiled by Romelu Lukaku embracing the well-worn ...

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I'm sexy despite being a wrestler — Adekuoroye, Commonwealth gold medallist

Freestyle wrestler and gold medallist at the 2014 Commonwealth Games, Odunayo Adekuoroye, speaks to Mobola Sadiq about her career, challenges facing female wrestlers, marriage and other issues. What can you tell us about your childhood? I am from a ...

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'Who wants to go there?' Top talents are snubbing chance to join shambolic Manchester United

Manchester United have suffered plenty of humblings on the pitch this season but their worst defeat was by Borussia Dortmund, a side they have not played. Dortmund beat them, of course, in the race to sign Erling Haaland, the 19-year-old who on Friday ...

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Iheanacho earns the praise of Coach Rodgers

Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho earned the praise of Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers after his goal booked the club's place in the FA Cup fifth round. The Foxes kept their hopes of a cup double alive as the Nigerian scored the only goal of the game in ...

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer needs to be ruthless at Tranmere or he's gambling with Man Utd job

Manchester United boss will be gambling with his future if he picks weakened team at Prenton Park - and players will be feeling the pressure. Share. Comments. Robbie Fowler. By. Robbie Fowler. 23:37, 25 JAN 2020; Updated 23:42, 25 JAN 2020.

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Manchester United hope to complete stunning Bruno Fernandes transfer after shock twist

Manchester United still believe they can sign Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's top January transfer target Bruno Fernandes after Sporting Lisbon lowered their demands. Solskjaer is believed to be desperate to bring Portuguese star Fernandes to Old Trafford this ...

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Leicester boss Rodgers happy with workmanlike win at Brentford

Kelechi Iheanacho's fourth-minute strike, following excellent play from Dennis Praet and James Justin, secured City's place in the fifth round of the competition at Griffin Park. "That was the objective of today," Rodgers told LCFC TV. "It was always going to be a ...

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FIXTURE FOCUS | St Étienne 2-1 Nîmes – 25/1/20

Saint-Étienne ran out 2-1 winners over Nîmes on an action packed night, as they secured their maiden Ligue 1 victory of 2020. A Wahbi Khazri brace was enough for Saint-Étienne to secure the points at Stade Geoffroy-Guichard, as they held off a late scare ...

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Barcelona are set to challenge Inter for Giroud's signature (Independent)

Barcelona are set to challenge Inter for Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud's signature, according to a report from today's paper edition of the British newspaper Independent. The report details how the Catalan club are looking for a low-cost reinforcement this ...

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Rory McIlroy in contention to reclaim world No 1 spot at Torrey Pines with Tiger Woods within striking distance

Rory McIlroy has yet to taste victory on his first start in a season in 13 years as a professional. With the world No 1 position on the line, this could be the perfect time to redress that anomaly. Certainly the 30-year-old will have a shot at the win at the Farmers ...

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Ex-NBA star Deng vows to build basketball in South Sudan

JUBA, Jan. 25 (Xinhua) -- Former NBA star Luol Deng has vowed to take basketball in his country of birth into another level following some impressive performances at the recently concluded FIBA Afro Basketball Pre-Qualifiers. Despite failing to host Kenya in ...

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From Man City unknown to history-maker in Brazil - How Pablo Mari made it to Arsenal

The Spanish defender has arrived in London to put the finishing touches on a move to Emirates Stadium. When he signed for Flamengo in the summer of 2019, Pablo Mari thought he had found a club where he could finally settle down. After what had been a ...

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FOX NEWS: Woman celebrates 50-pound weight loss with pics at hotel where she felt her 'lowest,' goes viral

Woman celebrates 50-pound weight loss with pics at hotel where she felt her 'lowest,' goes viral



A woman has gone viral after sharing her incredible weight loss journey.

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Report: Trevor Story Agrees to Two-Year Deal With Rockies

Rockies All-Star shortstop Trevor Story has agreed to a two-year, $27.5 million contract with the club, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan. Story and the Rockies were previously $750K apart in salary arbitration figures. Interestingly, the deal is not a contract ...

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Woods recovers from 4-putt on No. 1 to shoot 71 in Farmers

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Tiger Woods' last putt of the day was so much better than his first three. Woods four-putted No. 1 on Torrey Pines South on Friday, an inauspicious start to his second round at the Farmers Insurance Open. Playing on a course that has ...

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Osigwe wants Eagles call up

Kelvin Ekerete. SC Kriens goalkeeper, Sebastian Osigwe, says he is open to a call up from Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr, and he is ready to play for Nigeria any time is is called. Osigwe has impressed this season starting 15 out of 18 games for Kriens in ...

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Alejandra Jimenez fails post-fight drug test, Golden Boy to seek return of belts to Franchon Crews-Dezurn

Alejandra Jimenez' story was a brilliant one. A 32-year-old single mother who used to fight as a heavyweight, she went all the way down to the super middleweight division for a Jan. 11 fight with Franchon Crews-Dezurn, and in a spirited, highly entertaining ...

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Sources: Rockies, Trevor Story agree to 2-year, $27.5M deal

Shortstop Trevor Story and the Colorado Rockies are in agreement on a two-year, $27.5 million contract, sources familiar with the deal told ESPN's Jeff Passan. The dealt buys out the final two years of arbitration for Story, who will reach free agency at 29 in ...

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Alejandra Jimenez fails drug test, putting super middleweight titles in doubt

Alejandra Jimenez, who won the WBC and WBO super middleweight titles by defeating Franchon Crews-Dezurn on Jan. 11, tested positive for a banned substance, the WBC announced Friday. The WBC said an "A" Sample from a drug test administered by ...

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Onazi in mixed feelings after Trabzonspor defeat

Kelvin Ekerete. Midfielder, Ogenyi Onazi, has expressed mixed feeling after making his home debut for Denizlispor in a 4-2 penalty loss to Trabzonspor on Thursday in a Turkish Cup round of 16 second leg fixture. The game ended 2-0, taking the scoreline to ...

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Jed York, 49ers' leadership team taking entire organization to Super Bowl

SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- With his team ever closer to getting back to the NFL's mountaintop, San Francisco 49ers CEO Jed York took some time Friday to reflect on the series of events that helped his once-moribund franchise return to prominence. "I made an ...

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The agent of Jovic has received the call from a major in Europe

Luka Jovic is not having the expected adaptation in the Real Madrid Y Leonardo, sports director of PSG, has contacted Fali Ramadani, agent of the Serbian footballer, to negotiate a possible transfer. Zidane He hardly has the footballer who would not see with ...

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Sources: Arsenal near deal for Flamengo's Spanish defender Pablo Mari

Flamengo's Spanish defender Pablo Mari is nearing a deal to join Arsenal pending a medical, sources have told ESPN Brasil. According to the report, the 26-year-old Mari travelled to London on Friday, where he will be on the verge of joining the Premier ...

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Shrewsbury Town Vs Liverpool: How Jürgen Klopp's Reds Could Line-Up In The FA Cup Clash

Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp is expected to ring the changes when the Reds take on Sky Bet League One side Shrewsbury Town on Sunday in the FA Cup fourth round. On the back of the 2-1 victory over Wolves, the World Champions travel to New ...

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Wang Qiang, Fresh From Upsetting Serena, Now Believes She Belongs

MELBOURNE, Australia — Wang Qiang says she lost so quickly to Serena Williams in the United States Open quarterfinals last year that it hardly left a mark: 6-1, 6-0, 44 minutes. “A really tough match, you'll always remember,” Wang said in an interview with ...

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49ers' Jimmy Garoppolo using outside criticism as Super Bowl 54 fuel

SANTA CLARA — Richard Sherman is known for calling out critics on social media, his recent “discussion” with Darrelle Revis on Twitter being a perfect case in point. 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, on the other hand, seems unfazed by critics but ...

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Inter Milan 'reignite Olivier Giroud interest'

The Italian giants had allegedly dropped their interest in the France international to pursue a move for Napoli's Fernando Llorente before the end of the January transfer window. However, according to Sky in Italy, a loan approach for the former Tottenham ...

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Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Eriksen set to complete €20m Inter move

Former Manchester City and Arsenal defender Bacary Sagna is in talks with Nantes, L'Equipe reports. A free agent after his contract with the Montreal Impact expired, the 36-year-old could make a return to his homeland.

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Dimitar Berbatov sends Arsenal, Tottenham and Chelsea transfer warning to Manchester United

The Red Devils are on the look out for reinforcements in the last week of the transfer window with names such as Bruno Fernandes linked with a move to Old Trafford. Share. Comments. By. Amie Wilson. 23:30, 24 JAN 2020. Premier League. (Image: Jan ...

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More to come from Burnley striker Wood as he joins elite Premier League group

And Chris Wood joined them on Wednesday night at Old Trafford. Chris Wood. Mo Salah, Harry Kane, Sergio Aguero, Jamie Vardy, Raheem Sterling, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Sadio Mane, Marcus Rashford, Roberto Firmino, Alexandre Lacazette, Son ...

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Odion Ighalo, Slimani on Manchester United's radar

Nigeria's international, Odion Ighalo is on the radar of Manchester United to solve their goals problem in the absence of Marcus Rashford following long-term injury lay-off. Also, Algeria's international, Islam Slimani is also being looked at. United want to ...

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Trades Play Big Role in Building of Super Bowl-Bound 49ers

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Most executives preach the importance of building through the draft. Splashy free agent signings each March generate lots of headlines. When it came to building the San Francisco 49ers into a Super Bowl team, coach Kyle ...

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Impact has Orji Okwonkwo on board for 2020

Nigerian midfielder Orji Okwonkwo has rejoined the Montreal Impact on loan from Italian club Bologna FC 1909 for the 2020 season, the Major League Soccer club announced on Friday. With the loan, Montreal will have the option to exercise a permanent ...

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Anthony Smith-Glover Teixeira to headline UFC Fight Night card in April

Former light heavyweight title challengers Anthony Smith and Glover Teixeira will headline UFC Fight Night on April 25, it was announced Friday. The event will take place in Smith's home state of Nebraska, inside Lincoln's Pinnacle Bank Arena.

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Manchester United's season could get stuck in the Tranmere mud as Rovers eye Cup upset

Micky Mellon has witnessed the magic of the FA Cup this week and says the boggy pitch at Prenton Park will be no excuse for Manchester United should his Tranmere Rovers team produce another giant-killing act on Sunday. Mellon masterminded Thursday ...

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Quique Setien Praises 'Extraordinary' Rodrigo Amid Barcelona Transfer Rumours

Barcelona manager Quique Setien described Valencia striker Rodrigo as "extraordinary" on Friday amid speculation the Catalan giants want to sign the Spain international in the January transfer window. Setien spoke to reporters (h/t Marca) about the ...

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While Cavani heads for exit, PSG hope to tie down breakthrough star

The Uruguayan is out of contract at the season's end and is reportedly determined to join Atletico Madrid having been relegated to the role of rarely-used substitute in Thomas Tuchel's team. Chelsea manager Frank Lampard has also admitted an interest in ...

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INSIDER: Arsenal scouts in Brazil looking for unknown gems

The former Ituano FC forward has scored 10 goals across all competitions since joining Arsenal in 2019. And English South American expert Tim Vickery told Sky Sports News that clubs across Europe are looking for more talent like him: ''The way the market ...

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Man Utd board put Mauricio Pochettino on three-man shortlist to replace Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Manchester United chiefs have put former Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino on a three-man shortlist to replace struggling manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, according to reports. Red Devils hero Solskjaer is fighting to save his job at Old Trafford, with ...

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Jose Ramirez-Viktor Postol likely canceled over Wuhan virus concerns

All signs point to Jose Ramirez's February 1st title defense against Viktor Postol in Haikou, China needing a new date and location. The Athletic reports that the fight has been canceled due to concerns over the Wuhan coronavirus outbreak that's killed 17 ...

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Hearn Expects To Finalize Joshua-Pulev in Coming Weeks

Eddie Hearn, promoter for IBF, IBO, WBA, WBO heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua, is expecting to finalize a deal for a mandatory fight with Kubrat Pulev. Pulev is the mandatory challenger under the IBF, while there is also a mandatory due to Oleksandr ...

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Garoppolo Gets 49ers to Super Bowl With Handoffs Not Throws

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Maybe it was fitting that Jimmy Garoppolo did his best Bob Griese impersonation in the victory that sent the San Francisco 49ers to Griese's old stomping grounds in Miami for the Super Bowl. Perhaps no quarterback since the former ...

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Bradley shares lead at Torrey Pines

It's easy to predict the 18-hole leaderboard at Torrey Pines. All the pacesetters are from the easier North Course which hosts one of the first two rounds while you'll do well to spot (SC) next to anyone in the top ten. However, the unlikely figure of Denmark's ...

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Dare Gives NFF Deadline on Movement to New Secretariat

Olawale Ajimotokan in Abuja. Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mr Sunday Dare, has ordered the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to put into functional use the refurbished Sunday Dankaro House, to serve as the new NFF Secretariat office within ...

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Rafael Nadal Is Closing In on His 20th Slam. He Isn't Counting.

MELBOURNE, Australia — One more major title, just one, and Rafael Nadal will share the most prestigious record in modern men's tennis with Roger Federer. But Nadal is panther-quick to assure you that he is not ripping forehands in practice or drifting off to ...

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Hector Bellerin: What Arsenal fans don't know about Gabriel Martinelli

Hector Bellerin has revealed that Gabriel Martinelli is the ultimate professional and that the young forward turns up to Arsenal training early every day. Martinelli has earned plenty of praise for his strong performances in recent weeks after he impressed ...

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Liverpool rise to every challenge presented to them, be it Mane's injury or Traore's trickery

WOLVERHAMPTON, England -- It seemed to have all the ingredients for an upset. A bitingly cold night, mist swirling in the floodlights. An atmospheric old stadium, packed to the rafters, the home fans in riotous good voice from first minute to last.

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Mum's the word as Ronaldo fires Juventus into Italian Cup semifinals

Juventus coach Maurizio Sarri complimented Cristiano Ronaldo's mother as the Portuguese star extended his scoring streak in a 3-1 win over Roma to advance to the Italian Cup semifinals on Wednesday. The Portuguese star picked up a Gonzalo Higuain ...

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Three things we learned from the Premier League

London (AFP) - Liverpool took another giant leap towards a first league title for three decades with a late winner at Wolves as Manchester United's season sunk to a new low as they were beaten by Burnley. AFP sports looks at three things we learned from a ...

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Gareth Bale set to miss Real Madrid's trip to Real Valladolid with ankle injury

Gareth Bale is expected to miss Real Madrid's trip to Real Valladolid in LaLiga on Sunday after picking up an ankle injury on Wednesday night. The Welsh winger returned to the starting line-up and scored the opening goal as Los Blancos beat Unionistas de ...

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BMF Champ Jorge Masvidal's Chilling Warning to UFC Star

UFC” BMF” champion Jorge Masvidal didn't mince words when talking to Heavy about potentially facing UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman next. “I don't know which Kumaru's going to (read) this,” Masvidal said. “But to whichever one does (read) it, ...

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Moses seals Inter loan deal

'Tosin Oluwalowo. Former Super Eagles forward, Victor Moses, has joined Serie A side Inter Milan on a loan deal. The Italian side announced Moses' capture from Chelsea with an option of a permanent purchase on Thursday. Moses moved from Chelsea, ...

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Ashleigh Barty vs Elena Rybakina: Australian Open tennis live scores, blog

Local hope Ash Barty is first on court today to begin the Australian Open third round against Elena Rybakina. Join The Roar for live scores and commentary from 11am (AEDT). After stumbling in her first set of the tournament, Barty has been in fine form, ...

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Zion Williamson Feels 'Fine' After Pelicans Debut in Return from Knee Injury

Exhale, New Orleans. Pelicans rookie and top overall pick Zion Williamson is "fine" following his NBA regular-season debut Wednesday night. "He is fine, really," head coach Alvin Gentry said Thursday, per ESPN's Andrew Lopez. "Practiced today and ...

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Today at the U19 World Cup: West Indies and Australia secure quarter-finals after dramatic England loss

Australia secured their place in the Super League quarter-finals after a last-minute cameo from tail-ender Connor Sully sealed a two-wicket victory over England, whose second loss in as many fixtures at the tournament has ruled them out of contention for the ...

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Three things we learned from the Premier League

London (AFP). Liverpool took another giant leap towards a first league title for three decades with a late winner at Wolves as Manchester United's season sunk to a new low as they were beaten by Burnley. AFP sports looks at three things we learned from a ...

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Wolves 1-2 Liverpool: Jürgen Klopp's reaction

Jürgen Klopp spoke of his satisfaction after Liverpool came out on top in a 'really tough game' against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Thursday. Roberto Firmino's emphatic 84th-minute strike saw the Reds edge a tight contest at Molineux, after Raul Jimenez ...

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Bruno Fernandes 'annoyed' at Manchester United and Sporting Lisbon over failed transfer

Bruno Fernandes has been left 'annoyed' at both Manchester United and Sporting Lisbon over his failed January transfer move – but is still hoping to make the switch to Old Trafford. Portuguese midfielder Fernandes has emerged as the Red Devils' top target ...

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Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang 'open to Barcelona move'

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is reportedly open to a move to Barcelona, with Quique Setien's side identifying the Gabonese striker as the ideal replacement for Luis Suarez. The former Borussia Dortmund striker has scored 57 goals in 91 appearances for ...

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'This isn't good enough': Solskjaer's Man United loses again

LONDON (AP) — Ole Gunnar Solskjaer knows how badly he's doing at Manchester United. However, the manager can't seem to find any solutions. “When you're at Man United there's always going to be criticism,” Solskjaer said after a 2-0 loss to Burnley on ...

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'You start out at 0-0': John Millman eyes repeat upset against Roger Federer

John Millman is ...

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Why some NFL coaches, execs think Chiefs will blow out 49ers in Super Bowl 54

Super Bowl LIV will feature a stark contrast in styles. The 49ers are known for their punishing defense, while the Kansas City Chiefs have earned their reputation as the NFL's most exciting offense. When the two square off in Miami on Feb. 2, chances are the ...

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Copa Del Rey 2020 Results: Winners and Losers from Round of 32

Barcelona needed a stoppage-time winner from Antoine Griezmann to beat UD Ibiza 2-1 in the Copa del Rey on Wednesday and secure their place in the next round. The Frenchman scored twice as Barca came from behind to advance and spare new ...

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Canada thumped by South Africa in second game at U-19 Cricket World Cup

POTCHEFSTROOM, South Africa — Benjamin Calitz hit 63 in a losing cause Wednesday as Canada lost to South Africa by 150 runs at the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup. Batting first, South Africa (1-1) set Canada a huge victory target by collecting 349 ...

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Dani Ceballos pleads with Real Madrid to END his loan spell at Arsenal

It's often said that nobody wants to move a few months before a major international tournament, but there will be exceptions when a player isn't playing enough and wants one final chance to force their way into the squad. Dani Ceballos was heralded as a big ...

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Manchester United lose 2-0 to Burnley - pundits and fans react

Manchester United's latest defeat has seen the atmosphere turn "toxic" at Old Trafford, says former midfielder Darren Fletcher. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's team were booed off the pitch after a 2-0 home defeat by Burnley left them six points off a Champions ...

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Edmen Shahbazyan vs Derek Brunson added to UFC 248 on March 7 in Las Vegas

An intriguing Middleweight bout has been added to the upcoming UFC 248 pay-per-view (PPV) event — set to go down on March 7 in Las Vegas, Nevada — as Derek Brunson has been booked to tango against Edmen Shahbazyan. Related ...

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Wolves defender Willy Boly could make return from injury against Liverpool

Wolves defender Willy Boly could face Liverpool after making a swift recovery from a fractured ankle. The centre-back has been sidelined since suffering the injury in training in October. But he has made a rapid comeback and should be joined in the squad on ...

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NFF Inaugurates Delta State FA Normalization Committee Despite Fuludu's Grudges

Members of the Delta State F A Normalization Committee and NFF officials. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Thursday, inaugurated a four – man Normalization Committee that will manage football affairs in Delta State and also set up mechanism and ...

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Solskjaer begs for time after Man Utd hit new low

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pleaded for time to get Manchester United back on track after the beleaguered boss and his under-performing stars were booed off and labelled an "embarrassment" following Wednesday's 2-0 defeat against Burnley. Manchester United ...

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Chelsea launch loan bid for Cavani - Paper Round

Chelsea negotiate with PSG for Edinson Cavani, Tottenham look to Spain for a Harry Kane replacement and Manchester City could lose another centre-back. It's Thursday's Paper Round... Chelsea refuse to submit to PSG's Cavani demands.

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's message to Manchester United fans over anti Ed Woodward and Glazer chanting

Man Utd supporters were vocal again during the match and directed their anger towards Ed Woodward and the Glazers. Share. By. Samuel Luckhurst. 23:47, 22 JAN 2020. Sport. Empty seats are seen around Old Trafford. Publisher Splash Image ...

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Australian Open results today LIVE: Rafael Nadal, Halep, Zverev and Pliskova in action on Day 4

Welcome back to the Evening Standard's live coverage of the 2020 Australian Open. Rafael Nadal is in action today as the Spanish legend continues his quest for a 20th Grand Slam title. The fourth seed will face Federico Delbonis last on Rod Laver, with ...

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Five favourites to be Mauricio Pochettino's next club

Mauricio Pochettino remains in the managerial wilderness following his shock sacking at Tottenham earlier this season, though the Argentine is likely to feature highly on the shortlists of any leading club seeking a change in coach. Linked with a host of the ...

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Jamie Vardy injury: Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers allays fears of major injury

Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers has allayed fears over striker Jamie Vardy's injury sustained in City's 4-1 thumping of West Ham at the King Power Stadium. Leading 1-0 on the back of Harvey Barnes' 23rd-minute tap-in and after losing midfielder Nampalys ...

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Jamie Vardy: Brendan Rodgers hopeful injury "not too serious"

Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers hopes striker Jamie Vardy's injury is "not too serious" after confirming it is "not his hamstring". Vardy, the current top scorer in the Premier League with 17 goals, was substituted before half-time in Wednesday's 4-1 win ...

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Álvaro Odriozola: More Than A Short-Term Solution For Bayern?

After much speculation, Bayern Munich have become active on the transfer market after all. On Wednesday, the club announced the acquisition of right-back Álvaro Odriozola. The 24-year-old Spaniard, with a market value of $22.8 million, joins Bayern ...

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Jose Mourinho: 'Harry Winks will be out for weeks, not months'

Tottenham head coach Jose Mourinho revealed Harry Winks is set to be out for "weeks not months" after picking up an ankle injury in the 2-1 win over Norwich. The England midfielder limped off in the second half at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium after a ...

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EPL: Dani Ceballos Next Move After Chelsea Draw Revealed

Real Madrid loanee Dani Ceballos has dropped a transfer hint that suggests that he won't be at Arsenal beyond this season. Dani Ceballos signed for Arsenal on loan this summer after he was declared surplus to requirements at Real Madrid and the ...

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EPL: Arsenal Say No To Transfer Proposal

According to Catalan news publication SPORT, Premier League giants Arsenal have said NO to the transfer proposal from Spanish La Liga club Barcelona. The Spanish champions want to take leading scorer Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang on a short-term loan ...

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'Embarrassing' Man Utd suffer fresh woe, Spurs boost top four bid

London (AFP) - Manchester United were labelled an "embarrassment" as pressure mounted on Ole Gunnar Solskjaer following Burnley's shock 2-0 victory, while Tottenham boosted their top four prospects with a 2-1 win over Norwich on Wednesday.

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Jordan Henderson hailed by Jurgen Klopp for his role as Liverpool captain

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has hailed club captain Jordan Henderson before their trip to play Wolves. Share. Comments. By. Chris McKennaFootball and Boxing Reporter. 22:30, 22 JAN 2020. Sport. Jordan Henderson has been singled out for praise by ...

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Arteta's Arsenal showed character at Chelsea, a trait long dormant in the Gunners

LONDON -- On the face of it, Mikel Arteta has made an unimpressive start to life as Arsenal manager. Tuesday's 2-2 draw at Chelsea left him with just one win in six Premier League games since taking charge last month, and the club he described as the ...

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Premier League Winners and Losers After Tuesday's Updated Week 24 EPL Table

Returning defenders starred on the first night of Week 24 of the 2019/20 Premier League season. Aymeric Laporte started his first game since August, helping Manchester City keep a clean sheet during a 1-0 win over Sheffield United. Laporte's endeavours ...

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Guardiola jokes goalkeeper Ederson to handle Manchester City's penalty woes

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said that he'll consider making a switch in the team's designated penalty taker role after striker Gabriel Jesus' latest missed chance. Brazilian star Jesus saw his first-half penalty saved by goalkeeper Dean Henderson ...

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Timo Werner transfer makes so much sense for Liverpool in two very different ways

The RB Leipzig striker has been heavily linked with a possible summer move to Liverpool in recent days. Here's why we reckon he's the perfect fit. Share. Comments. By. Joel RabinowitzStaff Writer. 01:00, 22 JAN 2020. Liverpool FC News. Timo Werner has ...

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Man City month that could seal Liverpool Premier League title

Chants of 'we're gonna win the league' boomed from the Kop after Mohammed Salah ensured Liverpool's victory over Manchester United on Sunday. The Reds are 13 points clear of rivals Manchester City (with two games in hand following City's victory over ...

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NOGIG 2020: Champions Chevron, NLNG clash

Preliminaries of the football event of the 2020 Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry Games will kick-off January 27 at the Legacy Pitch, National Stadium, Lagos with defending champions ExxonMobil taking on NLNG in the opening match. The match is expected to ...

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Lagos residents rush 'free for all' Access Bank marathon forms

Enthusiastic runners in their hundreds on Monday thronged the marathon village, Teslim Balogun Stadium, Surulere on Monday for the forms to enable them participate in this year's Access Bank Lagos Marathon. In a related development, organizers of the ...

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Wilfred Ndidi astounds Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers on his swift comeback from injury

Wilfred Ndidi has been hailed as "a machine" by Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers following the midfielder's amazing recovery from knee surgery. Rodgers suggested earlier this month that the Nigeria international would be sidelined for up to six weeks ...

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hits back at Arsenal legend Ian Wright over Marcus Rashford injury criticism

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hit back at Ian Wright after the Arsenal legend blamed the Manchester United manager for Marcus Rashford's injury setback. Wright claimed Solskjaer had put his own needs above his player's – a decision that has left Rashford out of ...

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49ers' Mike Person, Ben Garland take unique paths to Super Bowl starts

SANTA CLARA -- The last time the 49ers advanced to the Super Bowl, their 2011 draft class played a key role in the club's success. Aldon Smith and Colin Kaepernick are no longer around, but the 49ers still have one starter remaining from that draft class of ...

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Aymeric Laporte: Defender 'best left-sided centre-back in the world' - Pep Guardiola

Pep Guardiola says Aymeric Laporte is the "best left-sided central defender in the world" after he returned from injury to help Manchester City beat Sheffield United. The 25-year-old was making his first start for 143 days after suffering a knee injury in August.

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Arsenal fights back for draw on wild night in Premier League

Wins might still be in short supply for Mikel Arteta in Arsenal's worst league campaign in a quarter of a century, yet some fighting spirit appears to have returned under the new manager. Just ask Chelsea. On a night of late goals in the Premier League, Arsenal ...

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Kodjia Moves To Qatar

Ivory Coast international, Jonathan Kodjia has completed his move to Qatar's Stars League side Al Gharafa. The towering marksman has joined the club from English Premier League outfit from Aston Villa. Al Gharafa have reportedly paid £2.5million for ...

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ROAD TO QATAR 2022: Zambia Drawn Against Tunisia, Mauritania and Equatorial Guinea

Zambia has been drawn in Group B in the race for the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup Group Stage qualifiers. The Chipolopolo boys will compete with Tunisia, Mauritania and Equatorial Guinea. Only the top team will qualify to the final round which will comprise ...

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Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Man Utd contact Milan over Piatek

A Manchester United scout was present to watch Moussa Dembele and Boubakary Soumare play for Lyon in the Coupe de Ligue on Tuesday night - according to France Football News. Dembele was among the scorers as the two sides played out a 2-2 draw, ...

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Warriors drawn in Group G . . . Zim to face Uganda, South Africa and Ethiopia

Robson Sharuko, Harare Bureau. TWENTY years after their battle ended in mayhem at the National Sports Stadium, claiming 13 lives of Zimbabwean football fans in a stampede, the Warriors and Bafana Bafana will again clash in a World Cup qualifier.

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2022 W'Cup qualifiers: Eagles get easy draw

'Tosin Oluwalowo. The Super Eagles have been handed an easy draw for the CAF 2022 World Cup in Qatar. At the draw ceremony held at the Nile Ritz-Carlton Cairo, Egypt on Tuesday, the Eagles were drawn in Group C alongside Cape Verde, Central ...

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We missed Laporte a lot – Pep Guardiola welcomes return of key Man City defender

Pep Guardiola welcomed the return of Aymeric Laporte after Manchester City edged a tough contest against Sheffield United 1-0 at Bramall Lane. Substitute Sergio Aguero tapped in from Kevin De Bruyne's sublime cross – the Belgian's 15th assist of the ...

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EPL Table: Tuesday's Week 24 Results, Scores and 2020 Premier League Standings

Chelsea and Arsenal shared a dramatic 2-2 Premier League draw on Tuesday at Stamford Bridge, with the Gunners scoring a late equaliser after being reduced to 10 men. Manchester City continue to chase leaders Liverpool after a slim 1-0 victory at ...

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Barcelona target Arsenal's Aubameyang, Valencia's Rodrigo in January - sources

Barcelona are monitoring Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Rodrigo Moreno sources have told ESPN, but they are also considering other attacking options because they are aware both Arsenal and Valencia will be unwilling to sell during the January transfer ...

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Solskjaer hits back after criticism over Rashford injury

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has strongly defended himself against claims he put himself first with his ill-fated decision to play Marcus Rashford against Wolves in the FA Cup. Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford could be out for ...

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Three things learned: Chelsea v. Arsenal

LONDON — 10-man Arsenal fought back twice to draw 2-2 at London rivals Chelsea on Tuesday in a wild encounter at Stamford Bridge. [ MORE: Premier League schedule ]. Jorginho gave Chelsea the lead from the penalty spot after David Luiz was sent off ...

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Jordan Spieth eager for solid start to 2020, end to lackluster play

SAN DIEGO -- Jordan Spieth didn't like watching many of his friends play the Presidents Cup last month at Royal Melbourne, a golf course he enjoys. What he didn't like so much was being at home and not participating. "For me personally, it really sucked,'' ...

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How Deep the Chiefs' Love for Patrick Mahomes Went Before the 2017 Draft

One more game to go … • With the Patrick Mahomes hype set to shift into overdrive, allow me to kick things off with a story on how deep the Chiefs' work on him ahead of the 2017 draft went. It was, in fact, right after the 2016 draft—12 months before Kansas ...

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Qatar 2022 World Cup draws: Eagles fear no foes, Chukwueze boasts

Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze has said the team will be ready to confront any opponents as the draw for 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers takes place today in Cairo. Nigeria, seeded in Pot 1, is likely to face tough opponents including Burkina Faso, ...

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Report: Dolphins' Jim Caldwell Will Not Return to Coaching Staff in 2020

The Miami Dolphins and assistant head coach/quarterbacks coach Jim Caldwell are parting ways, ESPN's Cameron Wolfe reported Monday. Adam Beasley @AdamHBeasley. Dolphins formally announce their new staff. Will have a full story, with perspective ...

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Cardinals owner, amid Nolan Arenado trade rumors, says team is not actively looking to make impact deal

By the standards of reigning division champions, the St. Louis Cardinals have had an uncommonly quiet winter. Right now, their notable moves include bringing in Korean lefty Kwang-hyun Kim as a swing man and re-upping with backup catcher Matt Wieters.

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Transfer rumor roundup: Werner prefers Liverpool, Bentaleb to Newcastle

Names both familiar and unfamiliar continue to be linked with moves to the Premier League as the January transfer window heats up. [ MORE: Premier League schedule ]. Earlier we posted about Edinson Cavani and Mbwana Samatta, but a younger prolific ...

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Conor's next opponent? Masvidal, Bisping, McGregor's camp weigh in

Editor's note: Watch the replay of this week's Ariel Helwani's MMA Show here. Trying to determine who Conor McGregor will fight next is one of the hottest talking points in all of sports. Even before McGregor stopped Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone in 40 seconds ...

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How Nigeria's cricket team 'shocked the world'

Debutants Nigeria are set to face England at the Under-19 cricket World Cup, but as Janine Anthony reports from Lagos, cricket is still very much a minority sport in the West African country. The players knelt down, praised God and some even cried after the ...

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West Ham United-Leicester City Preview

Looking to shake out of their first true funk of the season, overachieving Leicester City try to bounce back Wednesday at home versus West Ham United. The Foxes (14-3-6) continue to be the primary surprise package of 2019-20 along with promoted Sheffield ...

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Burnley 2-1 Leicester City: Vardy penalty miss proves costly as Clarets end losing streak

Burnley came from behind to end a four-match Premier League losing streak, with Jamie Vardy's penalty miss costing Leicester City. Jamie Vardy missed a penalty as Burnley came from behind to beat Leicester City 2-1 at Turf Moor and condemn the Foxes to ...

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The next Kaka? More promising than Rodrygo? - The expert's lowdown on Real Madrid new boy Reinier

Real Madrid lifted the lid on the worst-kept secret in world football on Monday when they confirmed the signing of Flamengo talent Reinier Jesus for a reported €30million. In completing the long-reported deal, Los Blancos bolstered an already impressive ...

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Super Bowl 54: Five key 49ers-Chiefs matchups that could decide winner

The matchup is set. And what a great matchup it is. The 49ers will face the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIV in Miami on Sunday, Feb. 2, and all eyes will be on Chiefs star quarterback Patrick Mahomes. On the other side, nobody seems quite sure where ...

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Moses'll Return To Chelsea -Lampard

Chelsea Manager, Frank Lampard has confirmed that former Super Eagles forward Victor Moses will return to Stamford Bridge after the expiration of his loan deal at Fenerbahce. Lampard was speaking to the press about the club's various transfer activities, ...

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Chelsea's Signing Of Rivers Indigene Excites Father

Chelsea Football Club of London has signed 16- year-old indigene of Rivers State who was born in Norway, Bryant Fiabema. Speaking with the Father of Fiabema, Dr. Mina Fiabema in an exclusive interview with Tidesports, last Saturday, he said his son ...

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'Ronaldo Solves Problems For Juventus'

Maurizio Sarri hailed “champion” Cristiano Ronaldo after his brace saw Juventus to a precious 2-1 Serie A home win against Parma. Ronaldo scored in either half to clinch victory on Sunday, capitalising on title rivals Inter's failure to beat Lecce earlier in the ...

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Novak Djokovic proves human in first-round victory at Australian Open

MELBOURNE, Australia — Novak Djokovic did something he hadn't in 14 years: He dropped a set in a first-round match at the Australian Open. That didn't bother him, though. He actually looked upon the challenge he faced Monday night under the closed ...

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Australian Open: No tears this time as Coco Gauff sees off idol Venus Williams again

The reaction of both Coco Gauff and the Australian Open crowd after her first-round victory over Venus Williams yesterday summed up how quickly expectations of the 15-year-old American have shifted. When Gauff defeated Williams, the seven-times ...

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Olympic qualifiers: NBF proposes Jan 25 for camping

Kelvin Ekerete. Secretary of the Nigeria Boxing Federation, Sunny Obot, says the body has proposed January 25 for camp opening ahead of the Africa Olympic Qualification Tournament. The tournament is scheduled for Dakar, Senegal from February 20 to 29 ...

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U19 Cricket World Cup: Australia's next spin king Tanveer Sangha stars

Legspinner Tanveer Sangha was the hero of the day as Australia's under-19s bounced back from Saturday's Cricket World Cup defeat by West Indies with a 10-wicket win over Nigeria. After winning the toss and electing to bat, Nigeria were blown away for 61 ...

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Australia beat Nigeria in ICC U-19 W'Cup opener

Solape Lawal-Solarin. The Junior Yellow Greens, as Nigeria's U-19 cricket national team are fondly called, began their World Cup adventure on a sour note, losing by 10 wickets against three-time champions, Australia, in their Group B encounter at the ...

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2022 W'Cup qualifiers: Eagles may face I'Coast, Bafana

•Draw ceremony holds in Cairo today. 'Tosin Oluwalowo. The draws for the qualifying matches for 2022 World Cup in Qatar will take place at the Nile Ritz-Carlton Cairo, Egypt on Tuesday (today). The Super Eagles are seeded in the first pot as one of the top ...

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Simple formula does the trick for Chiefs in AFC title game win over Titans

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Chiefs advanced to their first Super Bowl in 50 years by doing things decidedly their way. They let Patrick Mahomes and their potent offense wing the ball all over the field, never worrying for a moment that they were ...

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Mbappe dreams of 'Champions League, Euro 2020 and Olympic treble'

Kylian Mbappe says he is dreaming of helping Paris Saint-Germain win a first Champions League trophy this year, as well as leading France to the title at Euro 2020 and the Olympic Games in Tokyo. Kylian Mbappe has scored 21 goals in 22 appearances for ...

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Australian Open LIVE - Konta in action

Djokovic is safely into the third round. The third set was one to forget for the defending champion but he played some excellent tennis at times here. Struff will have been happy to win a few games on the Djokovic serve but he was second best for a lot of this ...

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49ers running back Tevin Coleman carted off after injuring shoulder

SANTA CLARA, Calif. - San Francisco 49ers running back Tevin Coleman departed Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers with a shoulder injury and will not return to the game. With 9:33 left in the second quarter, Coleman took a run off left tackle for ...

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Premier League review: Any club actually want a Champions League spot?

Another weekend of Premier League action is in the books. Aside from Liverpool's near-certain march to the title, here are some other reactions. JUMP TO: Teams suffering Anfield awe? | Blades are bossin' | City and their CB problem | Credit to Steve Bruce ...

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Continental League Will Boost Basketball in Africa, Says Fall

Femi Solaja. The President of Basketball African League (BAL), Amadou Gallo Fall, has urged all stakeholders in the continent to rally round the maiden edition of the league as a step towards the giant leap of the game in Africa. The league, expected to ...

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Nwakaeme, Simon hit sixth goals in Europe

Johnny Edward and Kelvin Ekerete. ENGLAND. Kelechi Iheanacho, Wilfred Ndidi (Leicester City). Leicester City striker Kelechi Iheanacho was introduced in the 74th minute for Ayoze Perez as the Foxes suffered a 2-1 loss at Burnley in Sunday's Premier ...

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EPL: Highest goal scorers in Premier League unveiled [Top 24]

Following the conclusion of the English Premier League, EPL, Match Day 23 fixtures on Sunday, where Liverpool defeated Manchester United 2-0, below are the highest goal scorers chasing the golden boot in the English top-flight league. Leicester City ...

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NPFL: Plateau go top, Enyimba, Akwa lose

Kelvin Ekerete. Plateau United returned to the top of the Nigeria Professional Football League table after their comfortable win over bottom-placed Adamawa United as the league recorded four goalless draws on match day 16 Sports Extra reports.

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Messi gives Setién winning start with Barcelona

BARCELONA, Spain — Quique Setién had Lionel Messi to thank for ensuring he made a winning start as Barcelona's new coach. The club's all-time leading scorer finally broke down a stubborn Granada after the visitors were reduced to 10 men to secure a ...

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Inter demand pre-medical tests to sign Moses

Johnny Edward. Inter will demand fitness test results from Fenerbahce and Chelsea before signing former Nigeria international, Victor Moses. Antonio Conte is eager to land the 29-year-old this January transfer window to bolster his squad, but there are few ...

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Yusuff eyes UFC world title

Johnny Edward. Nigerian fighter Sodiq Yusuff, has promised to follow in the footsteps of compatriots Israel Adesanya and Kamaru Usman and become an Ultimate Fighting Championship world titleholder. Yusuff stated this after emerging winner in his fight ...

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Porzingis goes through full practice Sunday, hopeful of playing Tuesday against Clippers

After joyfully going through Sunday's entire practice session at the Lympo practice facilities, Dallas Mavericks forward Kristaps Porzingis was bouncing around like a kid in a candy store. That's because Porzingis knows that barring a last-minute unforeseen ...

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Nantes coach hails Simon after Lyon loss

Johnny Edward. Nantes coach Christian Gourcuff has praised Moses Simon for his goal and two assists in Nantes' 4-3 defeat to Lyon in Saturday's last-32 clash at the Stade de la Beaujoire, Sports Extra reports. Simon provided the assists for Nantes' first and ...

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Mahomes' feet, arms, lift Chiefs to Super Bowl over Titans

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Arrowhead Stadium rocked to Whitney Houston's “I Want To Dance With Somebody.'' Kansas City fans' half-century wait to boogie in the Super Bowl is over — in great part due to their quarterback's magical feet, not to mention his ...

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Alan Pardew and Chris Powell hailed as relegation Ghostbusters

It is 4pm on Saturday in the offices at the Cars Jeans Stadium in Den Haag, little over 24 hours before kick-off in Alan Pardew's first game as manager of an overseas club. The mood is calm, the air filled with anticipation. Pardew, dressed in the black tracksuit ...

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'Cavani has asked to leave' - Leonardo reveals Atletico Madrid target wants out of PSG

The Uruguay international could be on his way out of the Parc de Princes, with the Ligue 1 club unsure of his future in France. Edinson Cavani has asked to leave Paris Saint-Germain this transfer window, the club's sporting director Leonardo has revealed, ...

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The look on Steve Smith's face said it all — Australia's selection blunder was obvious

The look on Steve Smith's face said it all. Caught in the deep for 131 from 132 balls, he cursed himself as he trudged towards his congratulatory teammates. NZL v IND Brought to you by bet365. Watch every KFC Big Bash League match LIVE or On-Demand ...

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Lakers' Kyle Kuzma taking pride in getting more defensive

HOUSTON — Once the book is out, it's hard to change. For a long time, the book on Kyle Kuzma has been that he doesn't defend. It wasn't hard to detect a little bit of fire behind Kuzma's words Saturday night as he talked about a key adjustment that had him ...

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Lakers know they can trust Kyle Kuzma for more than just offense

At halftime of Saturday's game in Houston, the Lakers needed to figure something out defensively. Russell Westbrook was becoming too much of a problem, and the Lakers were sending the Rockets stars to the free-throw line far too frequently. They needed a ...

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Watch Alisson's brilliant assist to Mo Salah to seal Liverpool win

Mo Salah's 93rd-minute goal in a 2-0 win over Manchester United on Sunday at Anfield didn't mean much to the result. After all, the Reds were seconds away from a victory that moved the Premier League leaders 16 points clear (with a game in hand) of ...

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Sir Alex Ferguson praises three 'exceptional' Man United youngsters

Sir Alex Ferguson has admitted that he has been thrilled by the performances of Brandon Williams, Mason Greenwood and Scott McTominay for Manchester United this season. The Red Devils are looking to break back into the top four this season under Ole ...

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La Liga Table 2020 Week 20: Standings and Final Scores After Sunday

Barcelona beat Granada 1-0 on Sunday in new manager Quique Setien's first game in charge of the Spanish champions. Lionel Messi scored the only goal of the match at the Camp Nou to send the defending champions back to the top of the table. Elsewhere ...

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The Liebke Ratings: India vs Australia, third ODI

With the India v Australia series locked at one match apiece, the sides headed to Bengaluru for a match variously described as 'the epic decider' and 'hmm? Is that on tonight?' Here are the ratings for the Third ODI between India and Australia. Cricket

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Back from UFC 246, Kristaps Porzingis targets Tuesday as his return when Mavs meet Clippers

Dallas Mavericks forward Kristaps Porzingis, who has missed the last 10 games because of right knee soreness, said he is targeting a return to the lineup on Tuesday against the LA Clippers. Editor's Picks. 2020 NBA trade deadline: Latest news, grades and ...

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Thomas Tuchel opens door to Edinson Cavani exit amid Manchester United links

Paris Saint-Germain manager Thomas Tuchel opened the door to Edinson Cavani leaving the Ligue 1 leaders in January, amid rumours linking him to Manchester United. United were reportedly offered the chance to sign the Uruguay international in the ...

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AFC Championship: Everything you need to know about Titans vs. Chiefs

The Tennessee Titans travel to the Kansas City Chiefs for the AFC Championship Game on Sunday (3:05 p.m. ET, CBS). Matchup rating: 84.9 | Spread: KC -7.5 (53). What to watch for: Titans running back Derrick Henry isn't the only storyline in this game, but ...

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Antonio Brown Gets Dropped By His Lawyer Over Not Paying Legal Bills

Nobody seems to want to be around Antonio Brown these days. The free agent wide receiver faced more bad news this week after his lawyer dropped him amid a nasty battle with his baby mama Chelsie Kyriss. According to court documents obtained by The ...

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Manny Pacquiao Can Redeem Career Of Boxer Who Almost Beat Floyd Mayweather

A former champ who almost beat Floyd Mayweather Jr. would only return to fight Manny Pacquiao. Marcos “Chino” Maidana has been retired for almost five years. However, he revealed that he would be willing to step inside the ring again only to face the ...

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49ers mailbag: Dante Pettis awaits next opportunity to make difference

Who will it be next? Who will be the unexpected player who ends up in a significant role for the 49ers on Sunday in the NFC Championship Game? The 49ers play the Green Bay Packers on Sunday at Levi's Stadium with a trip to Super Bowl LIV on the line.

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Tyler Adams makes another RB Leipzig start as German club widens Bundesliga lead

Tyler Adams has started back-to-back matches for RB Leipzig for the first time since May 2019, and it comes as the German club moves five points clear atop the Bundesliga table. The former New York Red Bulls Homegrown midfielder had been out injured ...

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Ex-Texas Tech QB Jett Duffey transferring to Central Michigan

Former Texas Tech quarterback Jett Duffey will transfer to Central Michigan, he confirmed in a text message to ESPN's Adam Rittenberg. Duffey started the final eight games of the season in 2019 for the Red Raiders, after starting quarterback Alan Bowman ...

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Man Utd 'edging closer to appointing Lille's Campos as director of football'

Manchester United are edging towards appointing Luis Campos as the club's new director of football, according to The Sun. United's executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward has spent 18 months looking for the right man, who now appears to be the ...

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Chiefs-Titans Keys & Matchups: Can Chiefs Continue Postseason Revenge Tour?

The Chiefs face another failure foe in Sunday's AFC Championship game, and it's another opportunity to vanquish a playoff team that beat them during the regular season. Tennessee topped Kansas City 35-32 at Nashville in Week 10, but the Titans' ...

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