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Alexis Sanchez completes move from Arsenal to Manchester City?

June 16, 2017

Meanwhile, the Mirror claims that Alexis is anxious that Arsenal will block the move he wants - to Manchester City - despite the Blues being willing to trump Bayern Munich's offer with a £50 million bid. "If you want to compete with the likes of [Manchester] City, Chelsea, [Manchester] United, whoever it is going to be next year, then you have got to keep your best players".

Confirmed: Milan Sign Striker Linked With Real Madrid & Man Utd

June 16, 2017

That comes after he started Portugal's 3-0 win against Latvia on Friday, scoring in the 67th minute. This is published unedited from the IANS feed . The fee for the sought-after striker, who scored 21 goals for Porto last season, could rise to 40million euros (£35million), Porto said on their website.

Virgil van Dijk to Liverpool "Not Over Yet" Says Former Red

June 16, 2017

Liverpool made a decision to end their interest in Saints defender Van Dijk after they reported the Reds' transfer conduct. "I don't see that one as over yet, and I think for Liverpool it would be a brilliant signing", Redknapp said .

Aww! Virat Kohli says Anushka Sharma is lucky for him, watch video

June 16, 2017

Virat shared that he was happy to know that Anushka was there with him to share the happiest moment. Yuvraj Singh married Bollywood actor Hazel Keech in a grand ceremony past year. Firstly, when he was named the captain of the Indian team in the Tests and secondly, when in the limited overs. While one was a moment during an worldwide cricket game in Mohali when Kohli shared a candid moment with Anushka, the other was when he was announced Test match captain.

Warriors undecided on whether to visit White House

June 16, 2017

The team issued the statement following multiple reports that the Warriors had voted unanimously against making a White House trip. It's fair to note that Golden State visited the White House in 2015 when President Barack Obama was still in office, so it's clear where the line is being drawn.

Ryan Blaney makes late push at Pocono, earns first career win

June 16, 2017

Darrell Wallace Jr . drives through the garage area during practice for Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series Pocono 400 auto race, Friday, June 9, 2017 , in Long Pond, Pa . With 20 laps remaining in the race, No. 5 Kasey Kahne got into the wall which brought out the second caution of the race. Harvick would reel in and hound the rear bumper of leader Ryan Blaney over the closing laps, but could not make the race winning pass.

Qatar Airways CEO: US 'fueling' fire of Gulf crisis

June 16, 2017

Qatar is a partner of the United Kingdom in the fight against terrorism but they urgently need to do more to address support for extremist groups, building on the steps they have already taken to tackle funding to those groups. Air space has been closed, major airline offices and news networks have been shut and Qataris were given 14 days to leave the UAE, while diplomats had 48 hours.

Panthers new coach Bob Boughner says team's future is bright

June 16, 2017

Boughner becomes their fifth coach since 2011. Since retiring as a player, he was an owner, president and head coach of the Windsor Spitfires in the OHL, guiding his club to consecutive Memorial Cup championships in 2009 and 2010. "All the years I've been in the business interviewing coaches, firing coaches, meeting coaches, Bob was the most prepared". The Panthers announced the hiring Monday, June 12, 2017.

No locals taken on first day of Major League Baseball draft

June 16, 2017

He's also 10-3 with 2.34 ERA and 140 strikeouts and 33 walks in 104 innings on the mound. The San Diego Padres took left-handed pitcher MacKenzie Gore of Whiteville (N.C.) High School with the third pick. Brandon Finnegan has been the most notable pitcher to skyrocket from the college ranks to the majors in recent years, pitching for TCU in the College World Series in June and then reaching the major leagues with the Royals by September and pitching in the real World Series by October.

Wounded Lions look to Farrell against Crusaders

June 16, 2017

Taulupe Faletau and Irish duo Sean O'Brien and Peter O'Mahony take up roles in the loose forward trio, while destructive Irish tighthead Tadhg Furlong will be joined by Jamie George and Mako Vunipola in the front row. "It would be disappointing to lose back-to-back matches", Gatland said. Scrumhalf Conor Murray makes his first appearance of the tour and is partnered by flyhalf Owen Farrell, who gets his first start after a cameo off the bench in the tour opener against the Provincial ...

Donnarumma will not renew Milan contract

June 16, 2017

Donnarumma has been hot properly since he became the second-youngest goalkeeper to play in Serie A when he made his Milan debut at just 16-years-old. Donnarumma has been linked with a move to Manchester United this summer, with the Red Devils expected to enter the market for a new goalkeeper if they sell David de Gea to Real Madrid .

Nishikori rallies from set down to make quarters

June 16, 2017

I think he's been struggling a little bit since the beginning of the year, but he's in the semi-final. While Nishikori has no recollection about the victory, Murray had no problems remembering the match. Earlier, third-seeded Simona Halep and fifth-seeded Elina Svitolina advanced and will face each other in the quarterfinals. The women also continue moving toward the semi-finals, in the absence of Williams and Sharapova, and with many of her rivals grasping for their best form, Halep was ...

Dodgers' Yasiel Puig suspended one game for obscene gesture

June 16, 2017

Hammel (3-6) allowed one run over 6 2/3 innings to beat the Giants for the first time in 12 starts. "I left it in a spot where he can hit it pretty well". More importantly for the Dodgers, they moved into a tie atop the National League West after the Rockies lost in Pittsburgh for the second straight night.

Penguins beat Predators 4-1, take 2-0 lead

June 16, 2017

Coming from down three to tie a Stanley Cup Final game is insane, but keeping the other team shot-less while scoring those three goals in 30 plus minutes? Matt Murray played spectacularly at times through the first two periods, buying his teammates enough time to find their footing and get to Rinne.

Separatists like Mirwaiz are expected to make such remarks: Ahir

June 16, 2017

Separatist Mirwaiz Umer Farooq cheered the Pakistan cricket team when it defeated England in the semi-finals of the ICC Championship Trophy on Wednesday. Pakistan won the game against England by 8 wickets to book a berth in the finals. Chasing a paltry score of 212, Pakistan crossed the line for the loss of two wickets and with 12.5 overs to spare.

Another Appeals Court Rejects Trump's Travel Ban

June 16, 2017

However, the appeals court vacated part of the injunction in order to allow the government to conduct internal reviews on vetting. The 4th Circuit had earlier ruled against the ban but on different grounds, insisting it violated the First Amendment by being "directed at a single religious group".

Conte doesn't want me at Chelsea: Costa

June 16, 2017

The 28-year-old indicated in the aftermath of Chelsea's 1-2 loss to Arsenal in the FA Cup final last month that he would resist any prospect of a move to China before next year's World Cup. Costa insisted Spain knew they were in for a hard match against Macedonia on Sunday, with David Silva also on target as the visitors moved into a two-goal lead before Stefan Ristovski's second-half strike for the hosts threatened a comeback.

Rohan Bopanna wins first-ever Major, bags French Open mixed doubles title

June 16, 2017

When Murray beat Wawrinka this time previous year to reach his first French Open final, it was probably his best performance on a clay court. Third seed Stan Wawrinka of Switzerland beat Gael Monfils to move into the last eight, and will now face seventh seed Marin Cilic .

Soccer fans pay tribute to attacks victims

June 16, 2017

England took the lead through Kane in the ninth minute, but France were in front by the break following goals from Samuel Umtiti and Djibril Sidibe . France could've had several more goals but contented themselves with one, scored by Dembele after lovely work from Lemar and Pogba. He picked out Kane lurking near the back post for an easy finish.

Rafael Nadal wins French Open title for 10th time

June 16, 2017

In just three sets, Nadal played his way into history, becoming the only person to win 10 titles at the same venue in the Open era. Nadal cruised in straight sets, winning 6-2, 6-3, 6-1. As expected, Rafael Nadal has once again emerged victorious in France. Wawrinka won their previous grand slam final meeting at the 2014 Australian Open , but Nadal, after a three-year wait for his 10th taste of glory at Roland Garros, was not to be stopped this time.

Palestinian lawmakers from Hamas say Abbas halted salaries

June 16, 2017

The proposed resolution, submitted by a long-time party activist, stated that "Israelis and Palestinians deserve to live in peace and security", and cited a July, 2016 State Department declaration that opposed settlement activity. According to the HRW, Israeli troops killed well over 2,000 Palestinian civilians in the last three Gaza conflicts (2008-09, 2012 and 2014) alone. "Some amount to war crimes, including the targeting of apparent civilian structures", the group said.

Celtic enter race to sign Manchester United star

June 16, 2017

He featured in only six Bundesliga games on loan at Borussia Dortmund in 2015/16 before failing to net even a single league goal during a season-long spell at Sunderland as they finished bottom of the table. The Serie A side have apparently been monitoring the player very closely and are prepared to offer him the chance to end his Old Trafford nightmare.

Canadian GP: Lewis Hamilton cruises to sixth win in Montreal

June 16, 2017

Valtteri Bottas made it a Mercedes one-two as the team proved a cut above all weekend while the Red Bull of Daniel Ricciardo made it three podiums on-the-spin as he came home in third place. There was no stone left unturned: aero, mechanical balance, set-up work, the tyres themselves, the way the drivers drove the auto. "But we gave them a lap yesterday they couldn't answer to, and then today I think they just had a bit of a messier race".

Ostapenko: 'Enjoy the match, fight until last point' | Wins Roland Garros 2017

June 16, 2017

I would like to thank my team and my family, and all my friends who came to support me. "I think I played OK". "It was always my goal to win a Grand Slam title, now I want to win them all", she said. "I don't know anybody that loves their country more than she does", he says. Vondrousova, beaten in the semi-finals by Ostapenko as she went on to claim the 2014 junior Wimbledon crown, is being hailed as a rising star in the mould of Navratilova.

Scalise in critical condition

June 16, 2017

Scalise was among five people wounded when a shooter sprayed rifle fire at congressional Republicans practicing on a diamond in Alexandria. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais). Donald Trump and his wife Melania visited top Republican congressman Steve Scalise , recuperating at a hospital after being shot by a rifle-wielding critic of the president who sprayed bullets on USA lawmakers practising for an annual baseball game in a Washington suburb.

Manchester United miss out as Antoine Griezmann commits to Atletico Madrid

June 16, 2017

The striker had recently spoken of his desire to win titles and the ban will not help that ambition, but speaking on French television show Telefoot , Griezmann said that rather than persuading him to leave, the decision makes him more determined to stay.

Rafael Nadal wins men's French Open final

June 16, 2017

His thumping 6-2 6-3 6-1 victory over Stan Wawrinka meant he won the title without dropping a set during the whole tournament for the third time in his career having previously repeated the feat in 2008 and 2010. Your only chance to take the fight Wawrinka lost early in the match, when you missed your first and only break point of the match. That may sound like a lot, but considering the new world No.

Davidson's slam powers White Sox over Orioles

June 16, 2017

Since a surprisingly strong April, Davidson hasn't had anything to offer the White Sox except the occasional homer. "Manny hit a ball and tried to push it (and was) barely out at second", Showalter said. "When he gets a pitch he can handle, he's able to drive it out of the ballpark". He hit it pretty well. Asher allowed six runs on six hits with a pair of walks and a strikeout in five innings to bring his ERA to 5.05.

Champions Chelsea face Burnley opener

June 16, 2017

Manchester United begin at home to West Ham , 2016 champions Leicester visit Arsenal, while Liverpool go to Watford. Tottenham's first Premier League match at Wembley sees Chelsea provide the opposition, in the pick of the following weekend's fixtures.

Blimp goes down at US Open in Wisconsin

June 16, 2017

Open, was operated by Airsign , a Florida-based company, to display advertising, Airsign sales manager Catherine Walsh said. American Rickie Fowler tamed Erin Hills to claim the first-round lead at the US Open on Thursday, making the so-called toughest test in golf look easy with a record-equalling display while the big guns failed to fire.

Warriors unanimously decline White House visit, per reports

June 16, 2017

Fresh off its second National Basketball Association championship in three years, Golden State Warriors officials declined to say Tuesday whether the team would visit the White House if invited. Warriors Coach Steve Kerr has been openly critical of President Donald Trump , especially the President's proposed travel ban to six Muslim-majority nations.

Nadal Wins 10th French Open, Makes Tennis History

June 16, 2017

Rafael Nadal celebrates with the trophy and his Uncle Toni. It was his most one-sided final win since allowing Federer just four games in the 2008 final. "That's big for me but I will need a few days to really see that". "It's always been an honor to play against you", Wawrinka told Nadal as he addressed the crowd.

LeBron James says he never played for a 'super team.' Really?

June 16, 2017

The Warriors have been dubbed a super team with the addition of Durant. Several media outlets, including CNBC and the New York Daily News , reported that the Warriors plan to skip the visit per a unanimous team vote. I'm working every day, seeing how I can be the best teammate, the best player I can be. "So, this is the culmination of a year where they grew together and learned each other's games and got better and better all year, and it was just phenomenal to be part of".

Congressional Baseball Game set for fundraising record, following shooting

June 16, 2017

Investigators studying Wednesday's attack at a suburban Virginia park said shooter James Hodgkinson had obtained his rifle and handgun from licensed firearms dealers. Separately, Republicans also met behind closed doors before leaving Washington for the week. Pence also visited the officer Thursday morning. "It's been much more hard than people even thought at the time", Trump said of the treatment of Scalise, the No.

Battered Lions opt for new captain Jones

June 16, 2017

Gatland's side are without injured skipper Sam Warburton, who has a slight ankle strain, as well as Wales duo Ross Moriarty (back) and Dan Biggar (head). Boss Scott Robertson has rejected as mere "hype" suggestions the Lions' defeat to the Blues sets them up for a miserable run in New Zealand. "It was another proud moment for me, and for the players themselves and club, to get that result tonight".

Warburton: I am a big doubt for the first Test

June 16, 2017

That is the style with which they are most comfortable and I'm sure the Lions will not be deviating much from it. "I've learnt from experience that it takes me at least two games and then the third game I'll probably be playing some good rugby", he said.

Blimp at US Open deflated, caught fire

June 16, 2017

Airsign officials later refuted eyewitness accounts suggesting the pilot had parachuted from the aircraft, saying he remained on board throughout the ordeal. The crash occurred shortly before 11 a.m., reports said. Aerial video from a television news helicopter showed pieces of the flattened blimp on the field along with charred metal and grass.

FSU Scheduled for Saturday Night

June 16, 2017

Scalise, a Republican who represents Louisiana, was shot and critically wounded along with three other people while practicing for the baseball game at a park in Alexandria, Va.by James Hodgkinson on Wednesday morning. If LSU wins, the Tigers will play Monday night against the victor of Cal State-Fullerton and Oregon State. If it loses, then it will face the loser of that game in an elimination game on Tuesday at 7 p.m.

Klay Thompson Invites Fan with Autographed Toaster to Warriors Parade

June 16, 2017

According to the San Francisco Chronicle , Reyes' toaster dates back to 2013, when he received it as a Christmas gift. He then chose to start getting it autographed by Golden State players. When he shared the story and some hilarious pictures on the National Basketball Association subreddit, Reyes quickly became an internet legend. The Golden State Warriors may have gotten some weird form of good luck from a toaster that their forward Klay Thompson signed a few months ago, and they may have ...

Rafael Nadal Next Opponent

June 16, 2017

Djokovic hugged Schwartzman at the net and joined in the applause for the Argentine player, ranked No. 41 in the world. I'm playing [well], with a lot of confidence. Thiem offered that he will try to make some changes."I have to change something compared to the last matches ", Thiem said . "I have a feeling that I have played well up to now", Nadal said ominously after thumping Basilashvili.

London fire: Theresa May orders public inquiry into blaze

June 16, 2017

The refurbishment work complied with "all required building control, fire regulation and health and safety standards", according to Rydon Group Ltd., Forest Row, which handled the project. "It had completely spread within half an hour". The blaze has led to outrage after repeated alleged oversights in fire safety with residents saying they had warned authorities for years that the flats would be potential death traps if a blaze broke out.

Aaron Judge Hits Longest Home Run of the Season

June 16, 2017

With the game tied up 3-3 in the top of the 8th, Judge crushed another home run to give the Yankees the 5-3 lead they would not relinquish. He hit another in the seventh that was, in its own way, awesome: a laser that seemed to defy gravity all the way until it went over the fence in right center 401 feet away.

Pilot injured when blimp goes down at US Open in Wisconsin

June 16, 2017

Open. Fowler had a one-shot lead over Paul Casey and Xander Schauffele. World No.5 Jordan Spieth, the 2015 US Open victor at then rookie host Chambers Bay, shot 73 while defending champion Dustin Johnson carded a dismal 75. "The scoring was so good this morning". The U.S. Golf Association says the pilot is being treated for unknown injuries after the blimp caught fire and went down about half a mile from the Erin Hills golf course on Thursday.

Hamilton Drives To Dominant Win In Canada, Vettel Fourth

June 16, 2017

Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton (44) of Great Britain. More crucially, it saw Hamilton - now a six time victor in Montreal - slash his deficit in the standings to Ferrari rival Vettel to just 12 points. The reigning champions were back in the game, the fight with Ferrari still very much on. Unfortunately for Ferrari the extent of the damage became apparent too late to take advantage of what would have been a free pit stop under the safety vehicle, leaving the German to fight his way ...

Lions need to show attacking prowess, says Gatland

June 16, 2017

The tourists lacked intensity, incision and accuracy, and Scotland full-back Stuart Hogg butchered two near dead-cert tries by fluffing the scoring pass - first miscuing his effort to Anthony Watson , then failing to ship on at all with fellow Scotland and Glasgow team-mate Tommy Seymour awaiting a walk-in.

Harry Redknapp: Birmingham have made John Terry 'a good offer'

June 16, 2017

He said that he expects to sign about five players on free transfers and Terry, whom he has long admired, fits that criterion. Following a narrow escape from relegation from the Championship last season, Redknapp and Birmingham are eager to add experience and depth back into the club as they look to challenge for promotion next season.

Bruce Lee shows off martial arts skills in rare footage

June 16, 2017

The footage was captured during the 1967 Longbeach International Karate Championships and features Lee (on the left to start) and Ted Wong fighting in full protective gear. If not for those rules I can guarantee you that Bruce would have fought bare-knuckled. That didn't stop Lee from cleaning the mats with him, and it's nothing like numerous ridiculous martial arts demonstrations you're used to where a master tosses his students around.

Blimp crashes at US Open golf tournament

June 16, 2017

Making his first appearance in the U.S. Open is Xander Schauffele, who finds himself tied wth Casey after a bogey-free 66. Opening with the back nine, Fowler played that nine in a sublime 32, 4 under par. On the golf course, there was only a barrage of birdies. J.B Holmes and Lee Westwood joined Lovemark at 3 under. Nicklaus went on to win at 8 under.

Unseeded Jelena Ostapenko crowned champion

June 16, 2017

Open. "It's fantastic", said Ostapenko. And yes, she was trying to become the first woman in nearly four decades to make a Grand Slam title the first tour-level triumph of her career. She has worked tirelessly with Cahill recently to rectify that problem and the worry now would be that a defeat like this in the French Open final would set her back emotionally and mentally.

Roma : Serie A club confirm Di Francesco as new coach

June 16, 2017

But Di Francesco, a former midfielder with Roma , has been a long-time target for the capital club and, according to reports, could be officially appointed on Wednesday. "I am extremely happy to be able to return to Roma , to coach a club that has always meant a lot to me", said Di Francesco, who will make his Champions League coaching debut next season, via the Associated Press .

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