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Manchester United still in EPL title race: Nemanja Matic

December 17, 2017

West Brom should fight hard and that should ensure that a low scoring game is the result. Meanwhile wingers Matt Phillips (hamstring) and Nacer Chadli (hip) will miss out the match while defender Craig Dawson is still missing with a knee problem but closing in on a return within the nest couple of weeks.

Steven Adams in concussion protocol, will miss Knicks game Sunday (AEDT)

December 17, 2017

Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams has been placed in the league's concussion protocol and will not play Saturday against the New York Knicks , it was announced. The team said Adams will be re-evaluated Sunday. Our models project Adams for averages of 11.5 points, 7.7 rebounds, 1.1 assists, and 1.3 blocks over 29.0 minutes per game remaining this season.

Injury means Kompany misses City's date with Tottenham

December 17, 2017

United have won 12 of their 17 Premier League matches this season, but now trail City by 11 points due to Pep Guardiola's side making a record-breaking start to the campaign. Given City's flawless form and the talent of a Spurs side capable of beating anyone, we might have to prepare to watch what could be the best match of the season so far.

Lindsey Vonn Rebounds From Back Injury To Claim 78th World Cup Win

December 17, 2017

Heavy snowfall in the past two days meant that the Oreiller-Killy course was shorter than normal. Vonn started sixth and gained significant time through the middle and bottom sections, nearly losing balance near the end. Moritz in Switzerland and completed the race in obvious pain in 24th place. But for Vonn this proved a momentous day, with Elisabeth Goergl the only older Super-G victor when she took gold on the same course three years ago, beating the American by 244 days.

UFC on Fox 26 results | Santiago Ponzinibbio defeats Mike Perry

December 17, 2017

In typical Perry fashion, he was the aggressor with Ponzinibbio opting to circle on the outside, looking for counter strikes while kicking away at the legs during the early going. A victory over Ponzinibbio on Saturday night would see him rewarded with a top-15 ranking at welterweight and a potential showdown with Liverpool's emerging star, Darren Till , at some point in 2018.

CSU players suspended, will sit first half at New Mexico Bowl

December 17, 2017

The next series, Anthony Hawkins intercepted Litton in Marshall territory, but the Rams went backwards on four plays, turning the ball over on downs to the Herd in CSU territory. The Herd was hoping the return of wideout Tyre Brady would make a difference, and it did, as he collected a deep ball down the sideline from quarterback Chase Litton and blazed 76 yards for the game's first score.

Phil Taylor keeps dream alive after real scare

December 17, 2017

The end may come quickly for Phil "The Power" Taylor, at London's Alexandra Palace. There was a lot of pressure on me, but to get through Chris Dobey ... Taylor, hunting a 17th world title before retiring, took a 2-0 lead but then saw Dobey come back to 2-1 and have the darts to level, which would have seen him have the advantage going into the decider.

Leonard Fournette seems like a good fortune teller

December 17, 2017

Fournette has rushed for 923 yards and 8 touchdowns while adding 213 yards and 1 touchdown through the air this season. The injury kept Fournette on the sideline for the second straight day of practice Thursday, perhaps suggesting that it's more than a minor concern for the star rookie.

Oklahoma Upsets No. 3 Wichita State, 91-83

December 17, 2017

Sixteen of Manek's 21 points came in the first half , helping the Sooners open up a double-digit lead. It was the Sooners' first true road game of the season and their second straight win over a ranked team, having defeated No. Landry Shamet added 17 points and Frankamp finished with 14 points for Wichita State. The win improved OU's all-time record against Wichita State to 5-2, and 4-0 in games played in Wichita.

Phil Taylor beats Chris Dobey in first round of World Darts Championship

December 17, 2017

Christchurch's Bernie Smith then plays his own preliminary qualifier on Thursday (NZT). "I've been a little bit bitter and I'm gutted that I can't play what I can, and that's what's killing me really". Taylor sprang back to hit double 16 to level it up and then looked more assured as he finished things off in the final leg. And Taylor revealed it is "killing" him that he can not compete to the same level that once saw him dominant the world.

Women Accuse Russell Simmons of Rape, Sexual Assault

December 17, 2017

In that November statement , Simmons said he would "commit myself to continuing my personal growth, spiritual learning and above all to listening". Simmons denied the allegations Wednesday and again on Thursday, writing on Instagram that "I will prove without any doubt that I am innocent of all rape charges".

Fans flock to Cure Bowl at Camping World Stadium

December 17, 2017

Georgia State (7-5) racked up 419 yards to win the first bowl game in the program's eight-year history. He was a tight end with the Panthers during the program's first two seasons in existence. Get Breaking News alerts from the Gwinnett Daily Post delivered to your email. Ryan Nuss turned that turnover into a 39-yard field goal to knot the score at 10-10 early in the second.

Caldwell-Pope missed game because of travel restrictions

December 17, 2017

Caldwell-Pope was originally cited for operating a vehicle while intoxicated but pleaded guilty in May to the lesser charge of allowing someone to operate his vehicle while under the influence, which carried a 12-month probation. After Walton, Caldwell-Pope took time to speak with reporters and provide further details on his updated situation. Caldwell-Pope said that the restrictions would not have any impact on practice time.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. Indiana Hoosiers ATS Preview 12/16/17

December 17, 2017

The 18th ranked Fighting Irish of Notre Dame (8-2) are set to face-off against the Hoosiers of IN (5-5) at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, December 16th. Notre Dame will go head-to-head with IN for the 72nd time. Now, Colson is a seasoned veteran and was named the ACC's Preseason Player of the Year. Colson is a force in the paint who is averaging just shy of a double-double with 19.5 points and 9.6 rebounds.

Real Madrid win five trophies in a calendar year for first time

December 17, 2017

It is a record-equalling third Club World Cup win for Real, who also triumphed in 2014, matching Barcelona's achievement. "I watched Alfredo di Stefano from when I was a kid, he is the successor to him". That's all we're anxious about, ' he told the. The first-choice goalkeeper was forced off only six minutes into the second half but performed heroics to keep Real out during the opening period.

Worldwide comeback at 34 makes no sense: Dwayne Bravo

December 17, 2017

While the absence of Ambris was telegraphed, the Windies were further set back with fellow Test squad member, 21-year-old seamer Joseph, now sidelined with a back injury, and 36-year-old Samuels out because of an injury to his right ring finger.

Interpol 'cancels red corner notice on Zakir Naik'

December 17, 2017

The Interpol's panel that decides on these notices said that the objective of serving a red corner notice was to facilitate a country to seek the extradition of an accused charged for an offence, not a suspect merely under investigation. The channel was banned by the government previous year. The National Investigation Agency had in November filed a chargesheet against Naik, accusing him of promoting enmity between religious groups through his speeches and inciting youths to take up terror ...

Predicted Newcastle starting line-up against Arsenal

December 17, 2017

Arsenal were the victors the last time these two sides met, with Laurent Koscielny scoring the only goal in the match midway through the second half. From his passing range including long sprayed diagonals and quick intricate passes to what he's best known for in taking on defences and opening up the play he is ready to be a Premier League regular again.

Reggie Bush admits his National Football League career is likely over

December 17, 2017

The former Heisman Trophy victor officially called it quits during a recent live TV broadcast, hanging up his cleats after playing for 11 seasons and splitting time between the New Orleans Saints, Detroit Lions , Miami Dolphins, San Francisco 49ers and Buffalo Bills.

Steelers' RB Le'Veon Bell tops fan Pro Bowl voting

December 17, 2017

However, Shazier won't be able to play in the game because he's still recovering from a devastating injury that he suffered on December 4 against the Bengals . Le'Veon Bell may not be having his best season from a statistical standpoint, but the Steelers running back garnered the most fan votes for the 2018 Pro Bowl.

NFL Week 15: Ravens Vs. Browns By The Numbers

December 17, 2017

Harbaugh is 17-2 in his career against Cleveland, but the Ravens' past four visits have all been decided by 6 points or fewer. It's the playoffs or bust, and the journey begins in Cleveland. "He knows there are some things he has to fix, and he is trying". Flacco has been able to connect with both downfield, balancing the offense with running back Alex Collins , who is fourth in the National Football League in yards per carry (5.1).

Digging Up the Facts on Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (FIS)

December 16, 2017

AXA increased its stake in shares of Fidelity National Information Servcs by 155.8% in the third quarter. Mid Amer Apt Cmntys Inc now has $12.05B valuation. Putnam Invs Ltd Com reported 2.79 million shares or 0.56% of all its holdings. The price-to-book ratio of 3.1 for Fidelity National Information Services, Inc.

Neymar, Mbappe score as leader PSG wins 4-1 at Rennes

December 16, 2017

PSG then proceeded to dominate and doubled their lead on 17 minutes as Neymar produce a sublime outside of the boot pass to Mbappe to fire home. Firmin Mubele pulled a goal back for Rennes early in the second half, but the task of completing the turnaround became tougher when captain Benjamin Andre was sent off shortly after the hour mark.

CC Sabathia Returning To Yankees On One-Year

December 16, 2017

Despite a brief trip to the disabled list in August, the six-time All Star surprised many with a comeback season in 2017, winning 14 games to go along with a 3.69 ERA and 120 strikeouts in 148.2 innings pitched. Sabathia, one of the most clutch pitchers in baseball and an influential locker-room presence, is apparently too important for the Yankees to lose.

Cimarex Energy Co (XEC) Stake Has Lifted by Sir Capital Management Lp

December 16, 2017

The S&P 500 rose 0.2 per cent to 2,668 in morning trading in NY, led by a 0.6 per cent gain for industrial stocks and a 0.5 per cent rise for the healthcare sector. Calamos Advisors LLC now owns 25,006 shares of the oil and gas producer's stock worth $2,351,000 after acquiring an additional 6,757 shares during the last quarter.

Camellia Bowl 2017: Middle Tennessee vs

December 16, 2017

Arkansas State Red Wolves quarterback Justice Hansen (15) throws against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln on September 2, 2017. "What we accomplished this year with everything we've gone through, from who we played to the injury situation to a couple of close losses, I'm just so happy and proud of this team".

Southampton manager Pellegrino: Chelsea can help us respond

December 16, 2017

Fans will hope that Wednesday was a blip as before the team had been doing well with a 4-1 win against Everton, a superb display at Manchester City, despite losing 2-1, a good performance at Bournemouth and another draw with Arsenal , who relied on an 88th minute equaliser to take a point from St.

Florida announces it has hired former Tennessee assistant

December 16, 2017

Warren is the fifth on-field assistant to be hired by Mullen at Florida, joining Billy Gonzales , John Hevesy , Brian Johnson and defensive coordinator Todd Grantham . Warren graduated from the Air Force Academy in 1999 with a bachelor's degree in human factors engineering and earned his MBA from Georgia College and State University in 2003.

'Virat Kohli best across formats, Steve Smith best in Tests'

December 16, 2017

Smith and Marsh built an unbeaten 301-run stand on Day 3 as Australia reached 549/4 at stumps. With his first double century at home, he became the first captain to score an Ashes Test double ton since Allan Border did so in 1993. Steve Smith , Joe Root and Virat Kohli are generally considered the best batsmen of this age. Smith's 17th boundary brought up his 1,000th run for the year, emulating former Australia opener Matthew Hayden by achieving the feat in four consecutive years.

Murty: Four wins is nothing in the history of Rangers

December 16, 2017

If the Rangers caretaker boss keeps plodding along at this rate, this dysfunctional Ibrox board under Dave King is only going to take one course. Murty and Rangers were fortunate in winning 2-1 against Hibernian at Easter Road in midweek but you could nearly hear the joy of the Rangers directors: "He's lucky as well!" There are four matches...

Troy Kicks Off First Bowl Game of the Season Against North Texas

December 16, 2017

Troy comes in with the better record at 10-2 and the superior resume, having beaten LSU in Baton Rouge, La., earlier in the season. Odds Shark gives Troy a 7 point spread in the New Orleans Bowl with the over/under set at 61.5. The Mean Green enter the R&L Carriers New Orleans Bowl averaging 35.9 points and 467.0 yards per game, but have given up 33.8 points and 431.2 yards per contest.

Series win at stake for both India and Sri Lanka

December 16, 2017

India have won five out of six ODIs they've played at this stadium and on the individual milestone front, Dhoni needs 102 more to become the fourth Indian to reach 10,000 runs in one-day global cricket. We have some plans for Rohit and now it is up to our bowlers to execute those plans. Sri Lanka: Thisara Perera (c), Upul Tharanga, Angelo Mathews , Suranga Lakmal , Lahiru Thirimanne, Nuwan Pradeep, Niroshan Dickwella (wk), Danushka Gunathilaka, Sachith Pathirana, Akila Dananjaya, ...

United's Bailly ruled out for three months

December 16, 2017

When asked on Wednesday why Mkhitaryan had not been in his plans recently, Mourinho said: "I can only have six [outfield] players on the bench and I try to have some balance on the bench - I had two defenders and [Daley] Blind who can play in different areas".

Ex-wife of Lorenzen Wright charged with first-degree murder

December 16, 2017

Lorenzen Wright's mother, Deborah Marion , told the Commercial-Appeal that she was informed by police that Wright-Robinson would also be charged with first-degree murder. The two have six children together. The cellphone call ended at that point. But dispatchers didn't alert patrol officers or commanders because they couldn't confirm it came from their jurisdiction.

Giancarlo Stanton disses Marlins organization in farewell Instagram post

December 16, 2017

On his Instagram account, Stanton expressed many emotions in leaving Miami for NY, but in the process referred to the Marlins organization when saying, "I've always tried to be as professional as possible during the unprofessional, circus times there!" "They're young, and they're in a good position to win for a long time, and I lost for a long time".

Pochettino challenges Spurs to keep top-four berth

December 16, 2017

They're also on the longest winning streak (14 straight wins) in Premier League history. "When I was a player, sometimes you would say, "in the tunnel we will talk" and you stay calm during the moment on the pitch... The postmatch fracas at Old Trafford has raised questions about the plans and Pochettino admitted that it can be hard to stay calm behind the scenes and away from the cameras.

Tottenham 2-0 Brighton: Mauricio Pochettino wants win at Man City

December 16, 2017

I'm so motivated and so happy that we are going to play a team at their best. "I am so happy with the recent victories, three in a row". Having recently welcomed Victor Wanyama back to training, and with Erik Lamela to make his first start for the club since.

West Ham United boss David Moyes feeling 'positive energy' after improved results

December 16, 2017

BRIAN DEAR has been hugely impressed with West Ham United's new-found defensive resolve, but the one-time Hammers frontman insisted that his former club now need to push on, starting this Saturday at bogey team, Stoke City . Stoke defender Kurt Zouma will miss the visit of West Ham because of a hamstring injury that forced his substitution in midweek. It is a must-win game for both sides as they fight to avoid relegation.

Carson Wentz Injury: Eagles Confirm QB Tore ACL, Ending MVP Candidate's Season

December 16, 2017

The journeyman signal-caller replaced Wentz in the third quarter Sunday and played OK. Otherwise, it could be an interesting final three games for the Eagles since Nick Foles is far from the effective quarterback when compared to Wentz, and has had numerous opportunities to show off his skills over the years, only to disappoint for the most part.

Wenger says Man City must respect Arsenal's Invincibles

December 16, 2017

Their tally of 49 points from 17 matches is also unrivalled, and is 10 points more than what Wenger's side could muster at the same stage during their historic 2003/04 campaign. They are now on a 15 game winning streak, with the only team able to take points off them this season was Everton, who achieved a very respectable 1-1 draw at the Etihad stadium back in August.

Russell Simmons Creates '#NotMe' Hashtag on Instagram Response to Rape Accusations

December 16, 2017

In light of the new allegations, Simmons has published a fresh denial. The women said they chose to come forward and tell their stories after dozens of victims publicly detailed alleged sexual abuse they suffered at the hands of disgraced filmmaker Harvey Weinstein .

Pep Guardiola ready to say sorry to Man Utd for derby celebrations

December 16, 2017

Guardiola explained that he wants his City players to enjoy their victories. "Of course we can [win]. We did it with extra happiness [but] in the locker room". Before Sunday's meeting, the Portuguese suggested that City's players were prone to diving and tactical fouls to gain an advantage. Mourinho believes that decision from referee Michael Oliver cost his side the match and pointed to a similar incident last season, when Claudio Bravo escaped punishment for a lunge on Wayne Rooney ...

Walker's City move could tempt other Spurs players - Pochettino

December 16, 2017

Meanwhile, Guardiola revealed captain Vincent Kompany was unlikely to be fit to face Spurs at Etihad Stadium. Manchester City were criticised in some quarters when they splashed a world record fee for a full-back when they spent £50million to lure the England global away from White Hart Lane last summer.

Phil Thompson: 'Liverpool must learn from collapse at Bournemouth last season'

December 16, 2017

We have bad memories of our last trip there though, as we lead 3-1 with 20 minutes to go and then capitulated to lose 4-3 after some catastrophic goalkeeping by Loris Karius . "With that strength comes an offensive mentality, whereas when Jose Mourinho gets in front he's not frightened to put Marouane Fellaini on to help them defend set-pieces".

Wenger asked about Man Utd interest, as he ends Mesut Ozil uncertainty

December 16, 2017

But time is fast running out for Wenger to agree to a new contract with Ozil , who will undoubtedly receive a lot of interest from rival clubs when the January transfer window opens in roughly three weeks time. As for Wilshere (who started his first Premier League game for Arsenal in 577 days at West Ham on Wednesday) and his future at Arsenal , Wenger stated that contract talks will begin soon with the academy product who has suffered mightily with injuries over the past few years.

Red Wings beat Maple Leafs 3-1 for much-needed win

December 16, 2017

Curtis McElhinney stopped 26 shots for Toronto. The Red Wings have six short-handed goals after scoring just three times short-handed last season. C Auston Matthews sat out his third straight game Thursday with a lower-body injury. NOTES: Toronto played its fifth game in a seven-day stretch. Zach Hyman blossomed in his final season in the NCAA when he scored 22 goals for the University of MI in 2014-15, and his college linemate figured it won't be long before something similar happens in ...

Rampant Leicester Look To Keep The Goals Flowing Against Crystal Palace

December 16, 2017

For Leicester, Puel finds himself without Robert Huth and Matty James, but other than them the Frenchman has a fully fit squad to choose from. Leicester manager Claude Puel: "I think this team [Crystal Palace] have come back with quality and good results".

Will play Friday, sit Saturday

December 16, 2017

It's just a matter of when Leonard starts playing full-time minutes and Kyle Anderson 's eventual return. The Rockets beat the Spurs for just the third time in their last 12 meetings. "We can get better offensively and defensively, but right now, it's just about piling up wins". It's all about building. It means nothing if you're not playing the right way.

League issues $64693 in fines from Seahawks-Jaguars game

December 16, 2017

One play later, Seahawks defensive lineman Quinton Jefferson was also ejected after getting flagged for unnecessary roughness. Three other Seahawks players were fined, including Quinton Jefferson and Sheldon Richardson for unnecessary roughness.

Zidane admits to admiration of Salah as Madrid rumours swirl

December 16, 2017

Zidane said: "I don't agree with the criticism". 'Everyone can have their opinion, he had a good game . Zidane refused to confirm or deny that his team would pursue the attacker, but the Frenchman was full of praise for a player that signed a five-year contract with Liverpool upon his arrival from Roma during the summer.