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Japan can intercept North Korean missile headed towards Guam - defense minister

August 14, 2017

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe says he will do everything he can to protect the Japanese people as tensions escalate over North Korean plans to send missiles flying over Japan toward Guam. Interestingly, Onodera implied Japan might try to intercept North Korean missiles even if they are not directly targeted at the island of Guam, as did Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga.

Arsenal set to offer bumper contract deal to Sanchez

August 14, 2017

Manchester City , Paris Saint-Germain and other top clubs have shown an interest in Sanchez this summer, but Arsene Wenger has said time and time again that he would rather keep him until the end of his contract. "I can't tell you that at the moment", he said . "Alexis Sanchez is always a loss for us, of course". "It is a relief and I believe as well a reminder to the players that they have hurdles on the way and that we can get round it, like tonight so that is quite positive".

Larson pulls off NASCAR win after Iowa detour

August 14, 2017

Let's bring him back to win here in MI, and then I want all you fans in Knoxville to be turning your TVs on NASCAR on Sunday ". It didn't this time, either. Kyle Larson's ambitious weekend ended in triumph. "Okay, okay we're going to let him race at Knoxville". "His turn will come". After winning the sprint vehicle A Main event Wednesday, he qualified for Saturday's race but had to rely on team owner Chip Ganassi giving his blessing to return.

Cristiano Ronaldo may face 12 match ban

August 14, 2017

Ronaldo who came in as a substitute in the game had already been shown the first yellow card two minutes before the second for taking his shirt off after scoring a screamer to put his team in the lead. Real Madrid is the always favourite at home. "We played a great game, but what annoyed me was Cristiano Ronaldo's dismissal,"Zidane said ". "We are happy with the result, but the tie is not decided and we have to play on Wednesday.

Sri Lanka set to play T20I against Pakistan

August 14, 2017

We have had our security expert's visit and make an assessment, and things look positive, with things improving and especially Lahore being cleared (to host an global tie). Any tour would require government approval before the team is sent overseas. Pakistan has played most of its home global matches in the United Arab Emirates in the last eight years due to the security situation.

Real Madrid coach Zidane confirms new contract

August 14, 2017

Ronaldo gave the referee a push in the back after seeing the red card that meant he will miss Wednesday's return leg at the Santiago Bernabeu. "We played a great match". "There will always be ups and downs, but we are in such a good moment that we are enjoying it a lot", he concluded. "Their second goal really hurt us".

Latest Update On The Jarryd Hayne And Neil Henry Saga

August 14, 2017

Titans powerbrokers could not decide what course of action to take during a three-hour meeting and will reconvene at a later date. The situation escalated when board members Darryl Kelly and Trish Hogan appeared at Titans headquarters for the meeting but they could not reach a resolution.

Alan Shearer says Liverpool must sell Philippe Coutinho

August 14, 2017

The fickle nature of football I guess. Coutinho handed in a transfer request on Friday, with Barcelona having had two bids rejected for the Brazil worldwide and there have been widespread suggestions that the Catalan club will return with a third offer of £100 million.

Cubs reopen division lead with win over Diamondbacks

August 14, 2017

OUR PREDICTION: The over is 3-1-1 in Arrieta's last five starts, is 7-3 in his last 10 outings when he pitches the third game of a series, and is 17-5-1 in his last 23 starts coming off five days of rest. ANGELS 4, MARINERS 2: Parker Bridwell yielded one run and four hits in six innings, winning his fifth straight decision and extended Los Angeles' winning streak to six as the Angels moved into the second spot in the AL wild-card race.

Recuerdan a Fidel Castro en su natalicio

August 14, 2017

Fuente: Periódico Digital Centroamericano y del Caribe. Apasionado fidelista, Martínez no se da por vencido, y en la actualidad escribe y conduce en la emisora internacional Radio Habana Cuba un espacio denominado "Fidel y la Economía Mundial", que se transmite semanalmente.

EPL: Man United, West Ham Go For Showdown At Old Traford

August 14, 2017

No Zlatan Ibrahimovic, no problem for Manchester United and Jose Mourinho . United icon Clayton Blackmore told us earlier in the day that he wondered whether Lukaku might struggle to adjust to playing on the much bigger pitch at Old Trafford compared to Goodison Park.

Michael Bennett explains decision to sit during National Anthem

August 14, 2017

Bennett, Seahawks teammate Richard Sherman and several other players and analysts have publicly stated they believe Kaepernick is being blackballed by the NFL for his National Anthem protest and his candor in discussing social justice issues.

Thomas wins PGA for first career major title

August 14, 2017

Justin Thomas poses with the Wanamaker Trophy after winning the 2017 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club on August 13, 2017 in Charlotte , N.C. He followed that up by shooting a 5-under 66 in the second round and a two-under 69 in the third round.

Alexis Sanchez Out of Arsenal's EPL Opener Due to Abdominal Strain

August 14, 2017

Arsene Wenger is adamant Sanchez will not be sold, despite running the risk of losing him on a free next summer. "Of course when you have treatment on medical bench it's not easy". "We think he will not play at Stoke". "When you are not completely in or the players feel you are not completely in, it is hard to tell them we go (out to win)".

Costa: Chelsea have treated me like a criminal

August 14, 2017

Costa says the club are now demanding he return to train with the reserves. The striker confirmed that the dispute did not arise from a back injury, as was previously reported. "I am waiting for Chelsea to set me free", he said. Costa claims he is entitled to the payment, as he is being forced out by manager Antonio Conte .

Tottenham's Rose eager for trophies and big name signings

August 14, 2017

Nothing has changed in my vision or perception of him. "When you see the team so relaxed, calm and focused for the game on Sunday, I feel how can I be nervous?" "I forgive him. A major positive for Pochettino was the encouraging display of Moussa Sissoko , who has been linked with a move away from the club this summer. The England global has been playing for Spurs for the past decade and is under contract under 2021.

Oakland Raiders RB Marshawn Lynch sits during national anthem

August 14, 2017

The Cardinals led 17-3 at halftime with both the first and second offensive units scoring. One reason to be concerned: When John Brown isn't on the field, the Cardinals' receivers seem to lack another big-play option beyond Larry Fitzgerald .

Mercato - Valencia, tutto fatto per Murillo: oggi la chiusura dell'affare

August 14, 2017

La realtà comunque è che tra Kongdobia e l'Inter è rottura. Nelle scorse ore si era detto di un Luciano Spalletti pronto a rilanciare Kongdobia. Il colombiano pare essere molto vicino a trasferirsi in Spagna, mentre si tratta per il francese che ha reso noto ai nerazzurri la sua volontà di partire e non è stato convocato per l'amichevole di questa sera a Lecce contro il Betis Siviglia.

Rory McIlroy may miss the rest of 2017 due to injury

August 14, 2017

You might see me in a couple of weeks time. "Right now I can feel my left rhomboid going into spasm". "As I said, I have a good bit of time to get healthy and address a few things going forward". McIlroy said the injury is to a rhomboid muscle on the left side of his body. I felt like we took as much time as we needed to at the start of the year.

USA reclaim 4x100m world title, Britain take silver

August 14, 2017

Allyson Felix's second leg of the race helped the US women gain ground, while 100-meter world champion Tori Bowie clinched the victory on a strong anchor leg. The 31-year-old also won a bronze in the 400m and of her 16 world medals, 11 have been gold, while nine in total were won as part of the United States relay team and seven individually.

Benintendi homers twice as Red Sox drub Yankees

August 14, 2017

On the third pitch of the game, Red Sox leadoff man Eduardo Nunez blasted a 2-0 fastball from Yankees rookie Jordan Montgomery into deep center that had Hicks in a full sprint. Sale struck out 12 in seven innings, allowing one run on four hits and two walks, but his offense only provided him with two hits. Judge, who fanned three times in four at-bats, has struck out in 30 consecutive games, two short of Adam Dunn's major-league record.

Hart looking to impress Southgate

August 14, 2017

I'm trying to make my point to Gareth Southgate, they're my coaches, they're the people whose opinions I care about. They're my coaches. They're the people whose opinions I care about. The 30-year-old has 71 England caps, two Premier League trophies, an FA Cup and two League Cups to his name. "I did want a permanent move so I could set my life up, but it wasn't to be".

"Wonderful gesture" - Phil Neville thanks Chelsea for selling Matic to Man United

August 14, 2017

Matic was named in the starting eleven for Manchester United's opening Premier League fixture against West Ham on Sunday and played his part in a comprehensive 4-0 win for Jose Mourinho's men. Purposeful, powerful and a team with intent, Graeme Souness commented on Sky Sports . Chris Tom was pleasantly surprised that someone he thought would be a "bad buy runs the show" adding that Matic is a "maestro".

Pep Guardiola plans to rotate Manchester City squad

August 14, 2017

Last season sitting here after the Sunderland game you said "you are the favourites, you are the most lovely and handsome and nice guys in the league ". The introductions of Walker, Danilo and Mendy mean that this is now a doable formation for the Sky Blues, with Walker fitting the system perfectly.

LeBron James joins chorus decrying President Trump for Charlottesville response

August 14, 2017

But as clashes broke out ahead of the so-called "Unite the Right" rally Saturday morning, police declared the gathering an unlawful assembly, breaking up the event before it officially began. "It's sad what's going on in Charlottesville", James said while mocking Trump's "Make America Great Again" campaign slogan. "Flat out", LeBron tweeted .

Frank de Boer Blames 'Wrong Choices' for Opening Day Shocker Against Huddersfield

August 14, 2017

I think I have a similar style with him. "What he did over here is an inspiration to me". He was born in Africa, came to France and then to England. I thought, "This is excellent - his name is English". "It is not something we normally do, pay £11.5m for players, but he seems to be delivering the goods".

Marshawn Lynch Sits During National Anthem

August 14, 2017

Standing up for the national anthem is something very important to Del Rio, but sees it as a "non-issue" with Lynch going forward. After the game, Lynch was nowhere to be found in the locker room, so he couldn't explain why he didn't stand up.

Romelu Lukaku in spotlight as Manchester United face West Ham in opener

August 14, 2017

Manchester looks odds on favourite to see the Premier League title come back this season - but the majority of people think the title will be going to the blue half. "The only thing I know is that of course with Chelsea money I brought him to Stamford Bridge because I thought he was a player with special qualities, and since I left I always thought he could be a flawless player for us, but I didn't disturb him, I didn't disturb Chelsea".

Rudiger promises Chelsea response after shock loss

August 14, 2017

Last week, Costa's lawyer Ricardo Cardoso threatened to utilise "all possible legal mechanisms" against Chelsea and submit a formal transfer request in response to what he referred to as the "discriminatory behaviour" of head coach Antonio Conte towards his client, who was informed by text earlier this summer that his career at Stamford Bridge was over.

Mourinho hails Man United new signing Matic

August 14, 2017

A double from Romelu Lukaku and goals from Paul Pogba and substitute Anthony Martial got United's league campaign off to an emphatic and memorable start. That's why we won 4-0 against a very good team in the first game. Both Romelu Lukaku and Nemanja Matic have years and years of Premier League experience, it is easy for them compared to Victor Lindelof who needs time.

Arsenal vs. Leicester City: Time, Channel & Lineup

August 14, 2017

Two late goals , one from Aaron Ramsey and one from Olivier Giroud, brought the Gunners back from a one-goal deficit in the final 10 minutes, giving the club a positive result to start the season. But the lead was short-lived as Leicester pulled even three minutes later. Following a short corner on the left, Marc Albrighton's deep cross was headed back across goal by Harry Maguire and Okazaki leapt to nod a header past Petr Cech .

Alexis Sanchez out of Arsenal's first two Premier League games

August 14, 2017

Paris Saint-Germain are also said to be interested in bringing Sanchez to the French capital, with the Independent reporting they're poised to follow their world record-breaking move for Neymar with an £80m bid for the Arsenal number seven.

Molly Huddle Finishes in 12th Place in 5000 Meters at World Championships

August 14, 2017

Obiri left it until the final lap before she launched another attack, distancing her rival in the blink of an eye. Entering the home straight, she remained third. The Kenyans had accelerated clear with successive laps of 55 and 56 seconds following pedestrian opening. Prior to the World Championships this month, Ayana had not raced since Rio.

Vigils held across New Hampshire in solidarity with Charlottesville

August 14, 2017

Dozens more people were also injured from the incident. Two Virginia State Police officers, Lt. H. Jay Cullen and Trooper-pilot Berke M.M. Bates were also killed Saturday after a helicopter assisting with the rally crashed outside Charlottesville, killing the pilot and a trooper.

Kyle Walker-Peters sends message to Tottenham fans on Twitter

August 14, 2017

So assured was the new man that for long stretches fans struggled to notice any drop in quality on Spurs' flank and Walker-Peters was named man of the match in a comfortable Tottenham win. "I found out yesterday in training", the player said on Sunday. The England global made his debut for the Citizens in Saturday's late kickoff in the Premier League , and the 27-year-old has said that he is now "enjoying his football again".

Nolan Arenado exits Rockies game after getting hit in hand by pitch

August 14, 2017

Guerra pitched two hitless and scoreless innings, earning his first major-league win since 2014. German Marquez (9-5) lost for the first time in his past seven starts, allowing five runs in 4 1/3 innings. While his HR tied the game, it was a double from Mike Aviles in the bottom of the fourth that broke the tie. Stanton also extended his major league lead in homers, moving seven ahead of New York Yankees rookie Aaron Judge , who entered Sunday with 35.

Arsenal's Ozil says he's fit ahead of opener

August 14, 2017

He added: "I believe the quality of the game was very good". "That's what I've read in the papers and on my side I've had no contact with Paris Saint-Germain". Wantaway winger Riyad Mahrez is yet to find a new club so is in line to feature for Leicester City, though Craig Shakespeare must decide if the player would perform.

PGA Golfer Happy Gilmores Tee Shot During Second Round Of PGA Championship

August 14, 2017

Day shaved the edge of the hole from 12 feet for birdie in near-darkness a few minutes later as he signed for a 66 to be just two off the lead at the halfway stage, and the 2015 champion was thankful to Johnson for giving them a Saturday morning lie-in.

Neymar marks Paris Saint-Germain debut with a goal against Guingamp

August 14, 2017

Tthe most expensive footballer on the planet was not done there as he tapped home into an empty net with eight minutes remaining after good work from Cavani. Cavani stung the palms of Johnsson with a free-kick as PSG continued to dominate before Neymar had half-hearted appeals for a penalty waved away as he went down under minimal contact from Etienne Didot.

Antonio Callaway among 6 Gators suspended for Florida vs. MI

August 14, 2017

The other players suspended are defensive end Keivonnis Davis , defensive tackle Richerd Desir-Jones, linebacker James Houston, linebacker Ventrell Miller , defensive lineman Jordan Smith and offensive lineman Kadeem Telfort . Among those suspended is wide receiver Antonio Callaway , the Gators most unsafe offensive player. Callaway previously admitted to smoking marijuana on the night of his alleged sexual assault of a woman as part of a student conduct code hearing that ultimately ...

Dallas Cowboys vs. Los Angeles Rams

August 14, 2017

DALLAS COWBOYS GAME? NFL Network is the TV channel that will broadcast the contest nationally, and the game is set to start at 9 p.m. EDT. Then Todd Gurley had a negative three-yard run and caught a ten-yard dump off, as the team went three and out.

Raekwon McMillan leaves Dolphins preseason game with injury

August 14, 2017

Tannehill is expected to miss plenty of time, while Ajayi could be back in action next week. Quarterback Ryan Tannehill , who sustained an ACL injury on August 3, has been placed on the injured reserve list and will have season-ending surgery on his left knee soon.

Green Mile takes its toll on PGA leaders

August 14, 2017

Kevin Kisner and Thorbjorn Olesen of Denmark emerged as the top survivors on a course with some of the fastest, scariest putting surfaces the PGA Championship has ever seen. Then, he shot birdie on No. 7, a par 5. The co-leaders of the PGA Championship are on the course for the third round. Hideki Matsuyama enters the weekend in a tie for the lead at -8 with Kevin Kisner.

Giants, Nationals face off in doubleheader

August 13, 2017

Samardzija tossed in an 0-2 offering, which Harper pulled to the right side. It didn't begin until 10:06 p.m. after another extended weather delay, and it was raining when Harper lost his footing on a base that had water on it. "I don't think he has any fear", Baker said. "We're optimistic we'll see him this season". "There is a significant bone bruise when he hyperextended the knee, so although we feel like we dodged a bullet a bit here with any long-term ligament and tendon damage".

Green Bay Packers bring back long snapper Brett Goode

August 13, 2017

He was originally signed by the Jacksonville Jaguars as an undrafted free agent from the University of Arkansas in 2007. Goode is entering his 10th National Football League season. However, Lovato was released during finals cuts and the Packers re-signed Goode shortly thereafter. The veteran long-snapper will be competing against inexperienced Derek Hart for the starting job.

Marshawn Lynch Sits During Anthem In Preseason Game; Gains Online Support

August 13, 2017

Manuel added that the rest of the team supports Lynch while noting that "Beast Mode's" decision was "more of a personal thing". There isn't a specific reason why Lynch protested, but if it were parallel reasons, Charlottesville, Va. The Raiders return for another pre-season game Saturday, Aug. 19 at home against the L.A. Rams for a 7 p.m. kickoff. Lynch didn't play in the exhibition game, and, in typical Lynch style, he was gone from the locker room before reporters arrived to ask him ...

Spending big: All eyes on new boys as EPL begins

August 13, 2017

Having finished seven points behind Chelsea , Spurs have yet to make a single signing, while Walker's sale to City and a season playing their home games at Wembley adds to Pochettino's problems. Slaven Bilic's side will be keen to improve on last season , but a trip to Old Trafford to face a title contending United side will be a tough opening day assignment for The Hammers .

Arsenal To Make Alexis Sanchez Premier League's Highest-paid Player

August 13, 2017

Sources close to the player say he is increasingly resigning himself to the idea of staying at Arsenal for another season, while Guardiola is understood to also be prepared to be patient, as he believes the forward would still be able to easily slot into his team from the summer of 2018.

Manchester United squad Mourinho's favourite ever

August 13, 2017

Quite how dropping him for the league opener will help with that remains to be seen. United join Arsenal, Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur on maximum points and while West Ham offered scant resistance, the early signs suggest Mourinho's men will not end the season 24 points off the pace again.

Mane making no excuses for Liverpool´s draw at Watford

August 13, 2017

I don't expect Watford to allow Liverpool to hit them on the break and expect to see a solid Hornets performance with all-eyes on Nathaniel Chalobah, who has been nibbled at in the betting to make Gareth Southgate's squad for the World Cup in Russian Federation and is 4/1 to make the Three Lions squad from 5/1 with BetVictor.

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