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Conte denies rumors of his discontent with Chelsea team
- January 28, 2018
Keeping Conte remains Chelsea's favoured option but the club's director Marina Granovskaia won't be dictated to on transfer policy and will be the victor if the 47-year-old takes her on. "But, at the same time, when you are sure about your work and that you are doing everything to improve this club - I am very relaxed and I don't have this type of worry". (more...)
- January 28, 2018
Keeping Conte remains Chelsea's favoured option but the club's director Marina Granovskaia won't be dictated to on transfer policy and will be the victor if the 47-year-old takes her on. "But, at the same time, when you are sure about your work and that you are doing everything to improve this club - I am very relaxed and I don't have this type of worry". (more...)
Valencia vs. Real Madrid 2018 live stream
- January 28, 2018
Ronaldo went up again and made it 2-0 from 12-yards out. They also drew Real Madrid 2-2 at the Bernabeu early in the season and drew Barcelona 1-1 at the Mestalla in the match that snapped that longer winning streak back in November, so it's not as though Valencia have just been beating up on minnows and failing to show up against the elite of the elite. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
Ronaldo went up again and made it 2-0 from 12-yards out. They also drew Real Madrid 2-2 at the Bernabeu early in the season and drew Barcelona 1-1 at the Mestalla in the match that snapped that longer winning streak back in November, so it's not as though Valencia have just been beating up on minnows and failing to show up against the elite of the elite. (more...)
Antonio Conte reveals several players that are out for FA Cup clash
- January 28, 2018
Midfielder Willian is out with a hamstring injury, but Cesc Fabregas may return from a similar problem. "Barkley has a lot of space for improvement, he is working with us only two weeks but for sure today I was forced to make this substitution, but he can improve a lot". (more...)
- January 28, 2018
Midfielder Willian is out with a hamstring injury, but Cesc Fabregas may return from a similar problem. "Barkley has a lot of space for improvement, he is working with us only two weeks but for sure today I was forced to make this substitution, but he can improve a lot". (more...)
WRAPUP 1-HIGHLIGHTS-Tennis-Australian Open day 12
- January 28, 2018
Chung had to retire during the second set after taking a medical time out, with Federer leading 6-1 4-1 at that point. Federer has only been extended past the two-hour mark twice in reaching his seventh final in Melbourne and even those two matches this week against unseeded Marton Fucsovics and Tomas Berdych were relatively straightforward straight-sets wins. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
Chung had to retire during the second set after taking a medical time out, with Federer leading 6-1 4-1 at that point. Federer has only been extended past the two-hour mark twice in reaching his seventh final in Melbourne and even those two matches this week against unseeded Marton Fucsovics and Tomas Berdych were relatively straightforward straight-sets wins. (more...)
The statistics that prove Chelsea must sign Edin Dzeko this month
- January 28, 2018
It has been a unusual season for Benitez's men, who are performing a lot better on the road right now; their two Premier League wins since October came at West Ham and Stoke over the festive period. Chancel Mbemba will return "soon", while Florian Lejeune could return from an ankle injury. But Benitez believes Newcastle should have been ready to act earlier and says a 31-day window is partly to blame. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
It has been a unusual season for Benitez's men, who are performing a lot better on the road right now; their two Premier League wins since October came at West Ham and Stoke over the festive period. Chancel Mbemba will return "soon", while Florian Lejeune could return from an ankle injury. But Benitez believes Newcastle should have been ready to act earlier and says a 31-day window is partly to blame. (more...)
Conte 'very happy' with current Chelsea squad but would welcome additions
- January 28, 2018
However, with the 2017-18 season increasingly looking like it will not be one to remember after last year's impressive Premier League title win, the cracks are beginning to reappear. The former Juventus and Italy manager also hinted again this week that the Blues' most recent signings had nothing to do with him which, according to the Daily Star , has left Abramovich feeling irritated. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
However, with the 2017-18 season increasingly looking like it will not be one to remember after last year's impressive Premier League title win, the cracks are beginning to reappear. The former Juventus and Italy manager also hinted again this week that the Blues' most recent signings had nothing to do with him which, according to the Daily Star , has left Abramovich feeling irritated. (more...)
Arsenal enhance Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang bid to £50.9m
- January 28, 2018
It had been suggested that Giroud could go to Dortmund on a loan deal if Aubameyang was sold to Arsenal, with the Bundesliga giants not willing to let the Gabon striker leave without a replacement having been brought in. "We will try but we are not close to signing anybody". "I say get over there mate". Wenger says France worldwide Giroud, who was linked with Borussia Dortmund this week but is likely to stay, is set to be in contention for the game after recovering from his hamstring ... (more...)
- January 28, 2018
It had been suggested that Giroud could go to Dortmund on a loan deal if Aubameyang was sold to Arsenal, with the Bundesliga giants not willing to let the Gabon striker leave without a replacement having been brought in. "We will try but we are not close to signing anybody". "I say get over there mate". Wenger says France worldwide Giroud, who was linked with Borussia Dortmund this week but is likely to stay, is set to be in contention for the game after recovering from his hamstring ... (more...)
Cilic joins elite group by reaching Australian Open final
- January 28, 2018
It's much more important to find a way to win matches when it's ugly. "There's nothing better than winning best-of-five-set matches in tennis tournaments". If he recovers from a hip problem and decides it is really wise to travel to Marbella on Monday for the tie on clay, Edmund will be back in action next Friday. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
It's much more important to find a way to win matches when it's ugly. "There's nothing better than winning best-of-five-set matches in tennis tournaments". If he recovers from a hip problem and decides it is really wise to travel to Marbella on Monday for the tie on clay, Edmund will be back in action next Friday. (more...)
Carmelo Anthony becomes 21st National Basketball Association player to score 25000 points
- January 28, 2018
Anthony moved to within one point of the 25,000 point mark with a 13-foot jumper just over a minute prior to the free throws. "Congratulations to Carmelo on joining the 25,000-point club and for his remarkable scoring ability and consistency over 15 seasons", commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement issued through the National Basketball Association. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
Anthony moved to within one point of the 25,000 point mark with a 13-foot jumper just over a minute prior to the free throws. "Congratulations to Carmelo on joining the 25,000-point club and for his remarkable scoring ability and consistency over 15 seasons", commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement issued through the National Basketball Association. (more...)
Arsenal boosted as Wenger makes bold statement on future of Ozil
- January 28, 2018
It was expected Ozil would leave the club this month in a cut-price deal or at the end of the season, with Manchester United previously interested. Hopefully, we will manage to do that very soon . "I am not close enough to be optimistic but not far enough to be pessimistic ". "But after that, contract negotiations are what they are ". While there have been rumors of him penning a new deal at the club, Arsene Wenger is positive about Ozil's decision. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
It was expected Ozil would leave the club this month in a cut-price deal or at the end of the season, with Manchester United previously interested. Hopefully, we will manage to do that very soon . "I am not close enough to be optimistic but not far enough to be pessimistic ". "But after that, contract negotiations are what they are ". While there have been rumors of him penning a new deal at the club, Arsene Wenger is positive about Ozil's decision. (more...)
Freshmen showdown/Sexton, Young face off as Alabama hosts Oklahoma — COLLEGE BASKETBALL
- January 28, 2018
Collin Sexton , whose matchup with Oklahoma star freshman Trae Young attracted much of the pre-game attention, delivered a solid, disciplined performance, leading the Crimson Tide with 18 points. "This wasn't anything new", Young said. "I've seen every type of defense". They just did a lot of different defenses throughout the game and threw different things at me. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
Collin Sexton , whose matchup with Oklahoma star freshman Trae Young attracted much of the pre-game attention, delivered a solid, disciplined performance, leading the Crimson Tide with 18 points. "This wasn't anything new", Young said. "I've seen every type of defense". They just did a lot of different defenses throughout the game and threw different things at me. (more...)
Pochettino 'massively committed' to Spurs but does not dismiss Real possibility
- January 28, 2018
That is the problem. "It is a very unstable situation". His fee could rise to a club-record £42m with add-ons however, and the 21-year-old has taken to Premier League football well. Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino believes some of the youth players are too comfortable, after loaning out Georges-Kevin N'Koudou to Burnley. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
That is the problem. "It is a very unstable situation". His fee could rise to a club-record £42m with add-ons however, and the 21-year-old has taken to Premier League football well. Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino believes some of the youth players are too comfortable, after loaning out Georges-Kevin N'Koudou to Burnley. (more...)
Eagles QB Carson Wentz showing progress during ACL rehab
- January 28, 2018
He didn't really have a preseason either since he was dealing with an (elbow) injury. "The timetable stuff, I wish I knew just as much as you guys wish you knew ", he said Friday. "I'm aiming for Week 1", Wentz told reporters as his teammates continue preparations for Super Bowl 52. Wentz said he won't alter his playing style as a result of the injury. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
He didn't really have a preseason either since he was dealing with an (elbow) injury. "The timetable stuff, I wish I knew just as much as you guys wish you knew ", he said Friday. "I'm aiming for Week 1", Wentz told reporters as his teammates continue preparations for Super Bowl 52. Wentz said he won't alter his playing style as a result of the injury. (more...)
Roger Federer Enters Final of Australian Open 2018
- January 28, 2018
He was aiming to be the youngest major finalist since Juan Martin del Potro won the title at the 2009 U.S. Open. It wasn't how Federer expected to advance. But it took a toll. I think he strives for more. I can play, like, more comfortable on the court with the great players like Roger. "I really hurt. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
He was aiming to be the youngest major finalist since Juan Martin del Potro won the title at the 2009 U.S. Open. It wasn't how Federer expected to advance. But it took a toll. I think he strives for more. I can play, like, more comfortable on the court with the great players like Roger. "I really hurt. (more...)
Conte happy at Chelsea, despite speculation
- January 28, 2018
He will want to challenge for the Champions League but the club have to match that ambition as well . The Italian said: "I can tell that I continue to work very hard for this club, for the players, for our fans". Tiemoue Bakayoko, who impressed at Monaco past year arrived for £40 million and has failed to make an impact while Antonio Rudiger has been an unmitigated disaster almost every time he has started. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
He will want to challenge for the Champions League but the club have to match that ambition as well . The Italian said: "I can tell that I continue to work very hard for this club, for the players, for our fans". Tiemoue Bakayoko, who impressed at Monaco past year arrived for £40 million and has failed to make an impact while Antonio Rudiger has been an unmitigated disaster almost every time he has started. (more...)
Mix Diskerud's Manchester City move is not all that it seems
- January 28, 2018
The Premier League leaders are yet to make an official announcement for the 27-year-old, while New York City have also kept quiet. He never really established himself with NY, and joined IFK Goteborg on loan for much of 2017. Diskerud, a member of the New York City squad since they entered Major League Soccer in 2015, is now surplus to requirements with the American franchise. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
The Premier League leaders are yet to make an official announcement for the 27-year-old, while New York City have also kept quiet. He never really established himself with NY, and joined IFK Goteborg on loan for much of 2017. Diskerud, a member of the New York City squad since they entered Major League Soccer in 2015, is now surplus to requirements with the American franchise. (more...)
Olivier Giroud Arsenal exit hinges on other transfers, says Arsene Wenger
- January 28, 2018
Arsenal have already had two bids rejected for the Gabon global striker and are even prepared to let Giroud move to Dortmund on loan to help get the deal over the line before next Wednesday's transfer deadline. I have consistent exchange with him. " We speak about it a lot ". Ozil joined Arsenal from Real Madrid in 2013 and has gone on to become one of the club's most important players, featuring in over 130 Premier League matches over the past four-and-a-half seasons. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
Arsenal have already had two bids rejected for the Gabon global striker and are even prepared to let Giroud move to Dortmund on loan to help get the deal over the line before next Wednesday's transfer deadline. I have consistent exchange with him. " We speak about it a lot ". Ozil joined Arsenal from Real Madrid in 2013 and has gone on to become one of the club's most important players, featuring in over 130 Premier League matches over the past four-and-a-half seasons. (more...)
Grizzlies' Mike Conley (heel) to undergo season-ending surgery
- January 28, 2018
Wallace added in the email that the team is committed to competing the rest of the season, although it is clear that they understand the reality in Memphis is now fully on rebuilding for the future. The Grizzlies made the announcement shortly after New Orleans Pelicans center DeMarcus Cousins sustained an injury to his left Achilles tendon. Conley had been participating in 3-on-3 scrimmages this month until the continued pain and soreness led to the decision to undergo surgery. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
Wallace added in the email that the team is committed to competing the rest of the season, although it is clear that they understand the reality in Memphis is now fully on rebuilding for the future. The Grizzlies made the announcement shortly after New Orleans Pelicans center DeMarcus Cousins sustained an injury to his left Achilles tendon. Conley had been participating in 3-on-3 scrimmages this month until the continued pain and soreness led to the decision to undergo surgery. (more...)
Liverpool boss Klopp: Transfers? Everything's open - enjoy the rumours!
- January 28, 2018
His injuries have caught up with him rendering Sturridge to no longer be the same player that he once was. Raggy is out. He was really ill and lost a few kilos. "I was captain for many years". On Thursday, we relayed a claim from Gazzetta dello Sport that Eder's failed transfer to Crystal Palace was now standing in the way of the England worldwide moving to Milan, but that could change. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
His injuries have caught up with him rendering Sturridge to no longer be the same player that he once was. Raggy is out. He was really ill and lost a few kilos. "I was captain for many years". On Thursday, we relayed a claim from Gazzetta dello Sport that Eder's failed transfer to Crystal Palace was now standing in the way of the England worldwide moving to Milan, but that could change. (more...)
Federer advances as Chung has to retire
- January 28, 2018
Roger Federer says he has nothing to improve in his stellar game as he closes in on a 20th Grand Slam title at the Australian Open. "The first set was kind of normal.I guess I was too focused (to notice the injury)". Federer, somewhat unusually, opted to receive first at the beginning of Friday's semi-final and immediately took advantage by breaking Chung. "We will see a fresh and ready Marin this time around". (more...)
- January 28, 2018
Roger Federer says he has nothing to improve in his stellar game as he closes in on a 20th Grand Slam title at the Australian Open. "The first set was kind of normal.I guess I was too focused (to notice the injury)". Federer, somewhat unusually, opted to receive first at the beginning of Friday's semi-final and immediately took advantage by breaking Chung. "We will see a fresh and ready Marin this time around". (more...)
Chelsea take into account transfer for Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud
- January 28, 2018
Borussia Dortmund were also keen on the striker being included in a potential deal for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang but the Gunners rejected the move. When asked whether Giroud would be leaving the club, he replied: "No". "I have a consistent exchange with Olivier Giroud and we speak about the situation a lot". " Olivier has played many games in the Europa League and he has come on in the Premier League and scored some important goals for us". (more...)
- January 28, 2018
Borussia Dortmund were also keen on the striker being included in a potential deal for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang but the Gunners rejected the move. When asked whether Giroud would be leaving the club, he replied: "No". "I have a consistent exchange with Olivier Giroud and we speak about the situation a lot". " Olivier has played many games in the Europa League and he has come on in the Premier League and scored some important goals for us". (more...)
Liverpool have been knocked out of the FA Cup by West Brom
- January 28, 2018
Klopp's men had plenty of the ball in the second period and Salah gave them some hope 12 minutes from time , but West Brom held on for a first win in 10 against the Merseysiders and a place in round five. The first time the VAR was used in English football was in the FA Cup third Cup game between Brighton and Crustal Palace at the Amex stadium. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
Klopp's men had plenty of the ball in the second period and Salah gave them some hope 12 minutes from time , but West Brom held on for a first win in 10 against the Merseysiders and a place in round five. The first time the VAR was used in English football was in the FA Cup third Cup game between Brighton and Crustal Palace at the Amex stadium. (more...)
Gunmen kill at least 14 in Brazil club
- January 28, 2018
Eyewitnesses told the Globo TV network that three cars full of armed men arrived at the dance club around 12.30 am on Saturday and fired rounds into the front of the building for at least half-an-hour before fleeing. Local media reported that the shootout was a clash between members of two rival drug trafficking gangs. On January 7, a war between drug gangs already claimed four lives in the suburbs of Fortaleza. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
Eyewitnesses told the Globo TV network that three cars full of armed men arrived at the dance club around 12.30 am on Saturday and fired rounds into the front of the building for at least half-an-hour before fleeing. Local media reported that the shootout was a clash between members of two rival drug trafficking gangs. On January 7, a war between drug gangs already claimed four lives in the suburbs of Fortaleza. (more...)
Cavaliers-Pacers Recap: New Lineup Appears To Work For Cleveland Against Indiana
- January 28, 2018
Just hours before the Cleveland Cavaliers take on the Indiana Pacers on Friday night, the team learned that #Dwyane Wade will be leaving the team immediately to deal with family issues. Love bent over in the most petty way possible and handed the ball to Isaiah Thomas like he was a child. It's not pressing - Irving is averaging 24.5 points and shooting a career-high.477 from the field - but the procedure would ease some of the swelling and day-to-day pain he feels. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
Just hours before the Cleveland Cavaliers take on the Indiana Pacers on Friday night, the team learned that #Dwyane Wade will be leaving the team immediately to deal with family issues. Love bent over in the most petty way possible and handed the ball to Isaiah Thomas like he was a child. It's not pressing - Irving is averaging 24.5 points and shooting a career-high.477 from the field - but the procedure would ease some of the swelling and day-to-day pain he feels. (more...)
Isaiah Thomas denies calling out Kevin Love in heated team meeting
- January 28, 2018
Despite those facts, Thomas once again complained about the team's defense and deflected blame from himself Saturday. He never questioned the validity. Is Kevin Love fed up with the dysfunctional Cavs , or is he a master troll simply having some fun with (or at the expense of) his teammates? However, the Cavaliers are far from out of the woods yet. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
Despite those facts, Thomas once again complained about the team's defense and deflected blame from himself Saturday. He never questioned the validity. Is Kevin Love fed up with the dysfunctional Cavs , or is he a master troll simply having some fun with (or at the expense of) his teammates? However, the Cavaliers are far from out of the woods yet. (more...)
Wimbledon pain a motivation for Cilic in Melbourne final
- January 28, 2018
Cilic carried his momentum into the third set and really should have won it but Nadal showed typical powers of resistance before coming through a topsy-turvy tie-break. Cilic awaits the Friday victor between Roger Federer and the surprising 21-year-old Hyeon Chung . "The (2014) US Open was just incredible tennis that I played", he said. (more...)
- January 28, 2018
Cilic carried his momentum into the third set and really should have won it but Nadal showed typical powers of resistance before coming through a topsy-turvy tie-break. Cilic awaits the Friday victor between Roger Federer and the surprising 21-year-old Hyeon Chung . "The (2014) US Open was just incredible tennis that I played", he said. (more...)
Roger Federer through to yet another Grand Slam final
- January 27, 2018
After two weeks in Melbourne , our experts predict who will win the men's final. He had been struggling with an injury to his left foot. Tomas Berdych had two first set points in their quarterfinal before he remembered who he was. Quarter-final: defeated [1] Rafael Nadal (ESP) 3-6, 6-3, 6-7 (5-7), 6-2, 2-0 ret. The Melbourne crowd at the Rod Laver Arena booed as Chung exited the court but Federer , 36, defended his 21-year-old opponent. (more...)
- January 27, 2018
After two weeks in Melbourne , our experts predict who will win the men's final. He had been struggling with an injury to his left foot. Tomas Berdych had two first set points in their quarterfinal before he remembered who he was. Quarter-final: defeated [1] Rafael Nadal (ESP) 3-6, 6-3, 6-7 (5-7), 6-2, 2-0 ret. The Melbourne crowd at the Rod Laver Arena booed as Chung exited the court but Federer , 36, defended his 21-year-old opponent. (more...)
Federer into the final after Chung pulls out
- January 27, 2018
Hyeon Chung became the crowd favourite during his miraculous Australian Open run into the semi-finals but after being forced to retire early , he drew the ire of many fans across the country. After beating 12-time Slam-winner Novak Djokovic in straight sets, Chung - who took up the game in an attempt to improve his eyesight - said: "I hope my victory will trigger a tennis boom in South Korea". (more...)
- January 27, 2018
Hyeon Chung became the crowd favourite during his miraculous Australian Open run into the semi-finals but after being forced to retire early , he drew the ire of many fans across the country. After beating 12-time Slam-winner Novak Djokovic in straight sets, Chung - who took up the game in an attempt to improve his eyesight - said: "I hope my victory will trigger a tennis boom in South Korea". (more...)
DISH Network (DISH) Getting Somewhat Positive News Coverage, Study Shows
- January 27, 2018
MA ended last trade at 58.76 a share and the price is up more than 3.23% so far this year. Sealed Air Corporation (NYSE:SEE) has declined 6.94% since January 25, 2017 and is downtrending. It also reduced Sears Holdings Corp (NASDAQ:SHLD) stake by 296,909 shares and now owns 433,091 shares. At&T Inc (Call) (NYSE:T) was raised too. Eleven analysts have issued estimates for DISH Network's earnings, with the highest EPS estimate coming in at $0.74 and the lowest estimate coming in at $0.46. (more...)
- January 27, 2018
MA ended last trade at 58.76 a share and the price is up more than 3.23% so far this year. Sealed Air Corporation (NYSE:SEE) has declined 6.94% since January 25, 2017 and is downtrending. It also reduced Sears Holdings Corp (NASDAQ:SHLD) stake by 296,909 shares and now owns 433,091 shares. At&T Inc (Call) (NYSE:T) was raised too. Eleven analysts have issued estimates for DISH Network's earnings, with the highest EPS estimate coming in at $0.74 and the lowest estimate coming in at $0.46. (more...)
Toronto broke visitor records in 2017, 43.7 million visitors spent $8.8 billion
- January 27, 2018
The city saw 28,200,000 same-day visitors and 15,530,000 overnight visitors. Nearly 3 million tourists were overnight visitors from the U.S. The next most popular starting points were, in order, China, United Kingdom and India. "Of our American visitors here this year more than 70 per cent arrived by plane and that's a dramatic shift from 50/50 before the year 2000", Weir said. (more...)
- January 27, 2018
The city saw 28,200,000 same-day visitors and 15,530,000 overnight visitors. Nearly 3 million tourists were overnight visitors from the U.S. The next most popular starting points were, in order, China, United Kingdom and India. "Of our American visitors here this year more than 70 per cent arrived by plane and that's a dramatic shift from 50/50 before the year 2000", Weir said. (more...)
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