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Coutinho saga not a distraction for Liverpool - Klopp

January 05, 2018

Negotiations will surely start at the £92m they were due to receive from Arsenal had Lemar moved to the Emirates Stadium on the last day of the transfer window. Rumours of a move to the Camp Nou were fuelled by pictures - subsequently removed - of a Barcelona shirt with Coutinho's name appearing on the website of Nike, the Catalan club's kit manufacturer, over the weekend.

Phillip Gaines: Kansas City Chiefs place cornerback on injured reserve

January 05, 2018

In 16 games, 10 of them were decided by 6 points or less. During a meaningless season finale at Denver, the Chiefs lost kick returners Akeem Hunt (broken tibia) and De'Anthony Thomas (fractured ankle), meaning they must use an unproven player or risk a kicking-game injury to game-breaking receiver Tyreek Hill, something coach Andy Reid has been loath to do.

Four Actresses Accuse 'Alias Grace' Actor Albert Schultz of Sexual Misconduct

January 05, 2018

Fellow actress Booth in her suit also recounted the parking lot scene, where "it became clear from Albert's reaction and enticement that he expected and wanted them to say, 'I would fuck Albert Schultz , ' and more importantly, make him believe it was true, with failure to do so meaning a lack of commitment".

Pep Guardiola: Kyle Walker injury shows schedule is 'killing the players'

January 05, 2018

However, Kyle Walker ended the match clutching his right thigh and Guardiola cited the injury as evidence of the demands of this time of the season. "I am so happy for them because they can score and assist and that's good for them and especially for the team". Guardiola said he may miss more matches.

How Much UCF Is Paying Out In 'National Title' Bonuses

January 05, 2018

The Knights will have a national championship parade, rings, the works. UCF will hold a national championship parade Sunday at 4:30 p.m . There is a long and storied history of college football teams declaring themselves champions. "As Orlando's Hometown Team, we're looking forward to celebrating with our community on Monday night", White said . "Thanks to the City of Orlando and Mayor Dyer for helping make this national championship celebration special for our student-athletes and fans".

James McClean's house was robbed during West Brom's game with West Ham

January 05, 2018

The Spurs match is in two days, so any long term changes we make now aren't going to affect that, but there are things David Moyes needs to consider. West Ham United's Andy Carroll (left) celebrates scoring his side's first goal of the game with team mates during the Premier League match at London Stadium.

Senior Bowl, NFLPA Bowl, East-West Shrine

January 05, 2018

The 49ers entered their Week 11 bye at 1-9, looking like they'd be one of the first teams given a crack at coaching the game, which allows staffs to get an up-close view of numerous National Football League draft's top prospects . "On both the coaching and personnel sides, the experience gives us a chance to meet these prospects and get to know them on and off the field". The Senior Bowl is created to showcase prospects for league executives, coaches and scouts prior to the NFL Combine and ...

Bihar to play in Ranji Trophy from 2018-19 season

January 05, 2018

The Supreme Court said the interim order has been passed in the interest of cricket. It was in 2001 that the then BCCI president Jagmohan Dalmia disaffiliated the Bihar Cricket Association while giving full membership to Jharkhand, which was carved out of Bihar.

Schalke Executive Hits Out at Bayern Munich Over Pursuit of Leon Goretzka

January 05, 2018

The 22-year-old Goretzka is a high-quality footballer, who has established himself as a regular first-team player both in Schalke and German National Team in recent seasons, and there is no doubt that his eventual arrival would be a major boost for Liverpool.

Tom Brady Opens Up About Prospect Of Josh McDaniels Leaving Patriots

January 05, 2018

In New England, where McDaniels began his National Football League coaching career in 2001 after a season as a grad assistant on Nick Saban's Michigan State staff, he has learned at the hip of a boss whose success in the National Football League has come on his second opportunity.

National Football League ratings have never taken a hit like this before

January 05, 2018

The drop comes after the National Football League had hoped to stem an 8 percent ratings slide from last season by experimenting with the format for television commercials and trying to speed up the game. While the audience fell, NBC's Sunday Night Football still is on pace to be the most-watched prime time show for a record seventh year in a row. New games "diluted the Sunday afternoon packages and affected the ratings", CBS Sports Chairman Sean McManus said earlier this season, according ...

Josh Rosen, Sam Darnold Declare For NFL Draft

January 05, 2018

The UCLA quarterback threw for 421 yards, three touchdowns and one interception, while Darnold threw for 264 yards, no touchdowns and a pick. In his statement, Rosen said attending UCLA was "the best decision of my life". Darnold, who projects as the likely No. 1 pick in the 2018 NFL Draft , finished his career with the Trojans having thrown 57 touchdowns compared to 22 interceptions.

LSU DC Aranda agrees to four-year, 10M deal

January 05, 2018

That annual salary is more than 85 FBS head coaches, according to The Advocate . That $2.5 million annually is also a record salary for any assistant . Texas A&M is still in the market for a defensive coordinator. Texas A&M's new offer is believed to be somewhere north of $3 million, according to an LSU source .

Magnitude 4.5 quake rattles Berkeley, San Francisco area

January 05, 2018

The United States Geological Survey reports a 4.4 quake was centered in Berkeley near Claremont Avenue at about 2:40 a.m. " How active is the Hayward Fault? ". A USGS official said the possibility of this morning's natural disaster being a foreshock to a larger quake is only about 5 percent. Nor, Sanders said, have there been reports of damage to building structures caused by the moderate quake, though "there's always the possibility that there could be some" minor structural damage.

Alabama LB Anfernee Jennings to miss CFP national title game against Georgia

January 05, 2018

Not having Jennings puts the Tide at a disadvantage versus Georgia's rushing attack; however, this team has played with a next man up mindset all year. He sustained a knee injury late in the fourth quarter against Clemson. Alabama's linebacker play was a strength in general against Clemson. Crimson Tide junior right guard Lester Cotton, who injured his knee in Monday night's Sugar Bowl , was not spotted during the portion of Wednesday's practice that was open to the media.

Bill Belichick has supposedly become 'good friends' with Roger Goodell

January 05, 2018

Together, they founded the TB12 Sports Therapy Center and wrote "The TB12 Method" in 2017 about Brady's lifestyle and training methods. For me, what stands out is how petty the Kraft-Belichick-Brady triumvirate comes off. In fact, the Patriots repeatedly offered Garoppolo four-year contract extensions, in the $17 million to $18 million range, which could go higher each year if he succeeded Brady.

India vs South Africa, 1st Test, Day 1 at Cape Town

January 05, 2018

But Sharma says India will have to get used to the conditions overseas before they can even think of such success. Opener Bhuvneshwar Kumar took a wicket in each of his first three overs as India laid waste to South Africa's top order on the opening day of the first test at Newlands on Friday.

With Isaiah Thomas Seamlessly Fitting Into Cleveland's Rotation, Who Needs Kyrie Irving?

January 05, 2018

The Cavs did exactly what they needed to do, both with regards to the game (a 127-110 win) and Thomas, as Tyronn Lue made a decision to slowly fold him into the rotation and have him play 19 minutes. In the shadow of Cleveland's dynamic duo is a backdrop showing the silhouette of a city that is the Gotham to James' Batman - and what was Irving's Robin.

Kyle Edmund suffers injury scare in defeat to Grigor Dimitrov in Brisbane

January 05, 2018

John Millman scrolled through the abuse on social media to watch a replay of his first match point against Grigor Dimitrov and confirm there wasn't much more he could do. Eight ranking places separate Edmund and Chung and the Korean showed quality as he saved six of the eight break points worked by the Briton. They served well in the opening 6 games of the third set and Edmund was the first who pushed stronger on the return, creating a break point in game 7 with a volley victor.

Juventus agree deal to sign Liverpool midfielder

January 05, 2018

Serie A Champions Juventus have been long-term admirers of the talented midfielders and are confident of him wearing the famous black and white next season after offering him a lucrative five year deal. Philippe Coutinho is also rumoured to be heading out the Anfield exit door soon, while Naby Keita is already assured of a summer arrival. Furthermore, Mourinho's desire to "get one over" Liverpool and lure the player to Old Trafford could yet prove a telling factor - and there's no ...

Kevin Durant is Ruled Out for Tonight's Game in Houston

January 05, 2018

Today's game day in the National Basketball Association consisted of two matches. ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported after the game that Houston will sign Green for the rest of the season. Eric Gordon scored 30 points for the Rockets (27-10), who dropped their seventh straight home game against Golden State. Paul had 28 points, 9 assists and 7 rebounds.

Injuries, suspensions and line-up vs Everton

January 05, 2018

Sam Allardyce's team are also in poor form and haven't won any of their last four games . Liverpool to win both halves is rated at 11/4. Liverpool legend David Fairclough has insisted that he would like to see Virgil van Dijk start against Everton in the FA Cup this evening.

Alabama Begins Practice for National Championship Game

January 05, 2018

For the game Dabo Swinney's club was held to 188 yards, 260 below their season average and failed to reach the end zone. The Bulldogs won the SEC East by going 7-1 in the conference, and the Crimson Tide finished second in the SEC West due to their loss to Auburn in the Iron Bowl.

FA asks Arsenal's Arsene Wenger to explain comments on referees

January 05, 2018

The result will likely cause more frustration for Arsene Wenger , who was hit with an FA charge after complaining about the penalty awarded to West Brom in last Sunday's 1-1 draw at The Hawthorns, though, as it means his side stay sixth in the table, five points adrift of the top four.

National Hockey League star gets chunk of beard ripped out in vicious fight

January 05, 2018

Leafs goalie Frederik Andersen, playing in his 100th game as a Leaf, stopped five of six Sharks in the shootout to overcome a giveaway in front of his net that led to Chris Tierney's game-tying goal in the second period. It was his first since November 30, a drought of 12 games. "I have no idea how it happened". "I had to stay patient", Kadri said. Matthews scored on the first shootout attempt, and Kevin Labanc kept the tiebreaker going by scoring in the bottom of the third round.

Jose Mourinho : Manager admits he loves hotel life in Manchester

January 05, 2018

Thornley is certain that the Manchester United manager has no plans to leave the club any time soon as he wants to be successful at Old Trafford and win the major trophies. The United boss came out fighting on Thursday following a report there was concern inside Old Trafford that Mourinho could walk away after two seasons, a year before his deal expires.

Nishikori to miss Australian Open due to wrist injury

January 05, 2018

The 36-year-old American featured in an exhibition match in Abu Dhabi and lost to Jelena Ostapenko, and she was non-committal on her Australian Open plans following the outing, while she turned down the offer for a wildcard to the Sydney International.

Klopp refuses to discuss Coutinho Barcelona link

January 05, 2018

Coutinho is set to become the second-most expensive footballer of all time, behind his old friend Neymar, who sealed a €222 million move to Paris Saint-Germain from Barça last summer. Klopp's reference to Nike concerned a false advertisement on the company's website on Saturday, also linked to Barcelona's official website, announcing Coutinho's arrival from Liverpool .

Arsenal forward Theo Walcott open to AC Milan loan switch?

January 05, 2018

The English winger has yet to make a league start on the campaign, with his Premier League contributions being limited to five substitution appearances and a combined 50 minutes of action. There is talk that a loan deal could well be in the mind of Theo, who will most likely do anything he can to secure more regular action in hope of forcing his way back into Gareth Southgate's England squad, although I'm not sure if playing overseas will be the best way to showcase his talent to the Three ...

Steelers LB Ryan Shazier's dad says he's progressing, regaining feeling in legs

January 05, 2018

I can't feel my legs, ' " Vernon Shazier, a Florida-based pastor, told the station while his voice filled with emotion. During a December 4 "Monday Night Football" game between the Steelers and the Bengals, Shazier got hurt making a first-quarter tackle and had to be carted off the field.

Dodgers, White Sox, and Royals Complete a Three-Team Trade

January 05, 2018

In the trade, the Dodgers received left-handed relief pitcher Scott Alexander (from the Royals ), and minor league infielder Jake Peter (from the White Sox ). The Kansas City Star reported that the Royals will save $9 million in 2018 by sending Soria to Chicago, as Kansas City will have to pay only a $1 million buyout of the $10 million Soria is owed.

Texas A&M hires Notre Dame's Mike Elko as defensive coordinator

January 05, 2018

Brown, Notre Dame's top wide receiver the last two seasons, announced he is turning pro. Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly announced the move in a social media message Thursday. But there is work to be done: The Aggies surrendered 30.7 points per game this season, and this was the fourth time in five years they allowed more than 400 yards per game.

Allardyce braced for Barkley bids in January

January 05, 2018

The England global rejected a new contract a year ago and a move to Chelsea collapsed at the last minute in August but Allardyce expects there to be further movement this month. Barkley has only six months remaining on his contract, which means a reduced price could be agreed between the clubs after Chelsea offered double the amount in the summer.

Eden Hazard Responds to Arsenal Diving Claims, Rues Chelsea Missed Chances

January 05, 2018

The Chelsea striker , who was brought in to replace Diego Costa in the summer, has now moved second in the list of players who have missed the most "big chances" in the Premier League . "When you have a lot of chances to score you must win", Conte added. In this case, it can go down. "He's very young, he must improve. He has to stay calm and continue to play this way".

Salah is new African king

January 05, 2018

Salah helped Egypt reach the World Cup and Africa Cup of Nations final in 2017. "I am delighted with our accomplishments this year and I am confident that we do well in the 2018 World Cup in Russian Federation", states Salah. Two CAF Platinum awards were presented to Ghana President Akufo Ado and Liberia's President-elect and 1995 World and African Player of the Year George Weah.

Lillard among top 10 guards in first results for All-Star voting

January 05, 2018

Durant is the top vote-getter in the Western Conference with 767,402 votes cast in his favor. In the West, Durant and New Orleans tandem Anthony Davis (393,000) and DeMarcus Cousins (356,340) led in the frontcourt while Curry and Houston's James Harden (602,040) were the top guards.

We are still miles away, says West Ham boss Moyes

January 05, 2018

A venomous strike from the midfielder caught Hugo Lloris off guard and flew into the top left corner. Son's equalizer in the 84th minute was also the result of an effort from a distance. For all their territorial domination Tottenham's end product was lacking with top scorer Harry Kane guilty of missing a gilt-edged chance from Serge Aurier's knock-down in the first half.

EPL: Manchester City's winning run ends, De Bruyne, Gabriel Jesus injured

January 03, 2018

De Bruyne was stretchered off after a strong tackle from Palace's Jason Puncheon , who was booked and was also taken off on a stretcher. Referee Jonathan Moss gave only a yellow card for the foul, which led City's medical staff to wrap De Bruyne's leg in a brace even before he was placed on the stretcher.

NTSB To Assist In Costa Rica Plane Crash Investigation

January 03, 2018

In all, 10 tourists, all United States citizens, and two local crew members died in the crash on Sunday in Guanacaste. Representatives from Cessna are expected to arrive in Costa Rica on Wednesday. citizens and two local crew members on board. "This tragedy hits our community very hard", Blake wrote. Rabbi Jonathan Blake, of the Westchester Reform Temple in Scarsdale, said in a statement posted on the temple's Facebook page that the Steinbergs were involved in philanthropy and local ...

Lakers' Brook Lopez (ankle) listed as questionable to play Wednesday against Thunder

January 03, 2018

While both Lopez and Ball have been cleared to practice, the Lakers are not practicing on Tuesday, which is customary following a back-to-back. The Lakers (11-25) lost all five games without Ball by an average of 13.2 points. Ultimately, Lakers coach Luke Walton will make the final call on Wednesday, and the coach has a habit of not sharing player status until the final possible moment.

Todd Haley injured in a fall, will return this week

January 03, 2018

Now here's where it gets a bit weird. NFL Network's Mike Garofolo reports Todd Haley's wife was involved in a "minor scuffle" shortly after midnight on January 1. Because of the injury, Haley may coach Pittsburgh's January 14 game from the booth instead of the sidelines as he usually does. Porter originally was charged with aggravated assault, simple assault, resisting arrest, public drunkenness and disorderly conduct and put on leave by the team.

Virat Kohli: I was away from cricket for something more important

January 03, 2018

Kohli and Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma , tied the knot in a private ceremony on December 11 in Italy and held their first wedding reception in Delhi recently, which was graced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. "Shikhar Dhawan's ankle is being assessed". The Proteas take on India in a three-match Test series, starting on January 5 at Newlands. If Dhawan is rendered unfit for the first Test, then in-form KL Rahul could open the batting with Murali Vijay.

Arsenal yet to receive offer from Man City for Alexis, says Wenger

January 03, 2018

Mild MCL injuries tend to heal within three to six weeks but more severe issues could take up to 12 weeks to fully fix. " Manchester City can confirm Gabriel Jesus suffered a medial collateral ligament injury during the 0-0 draw with Crystal Palace on Sunday", a statement from the club reads.

Chelsea and Manchester United receive boost in transfer pursuit of Alex Sandro

January 03, 2018

They are more likely to wait until the summer, especially as Leonardo Spinazzola is a ready-made replacement whose loan deal with Atalanta expires in June. It may not quite be on the level of the world record (for a defender) £75 million transfer of Virgil van Dijk to Anfield , but according to Italian newspaper is rather dubious reliability Tuttosport , Juventus have slapped a €60 million price tag on left wing-back Alex Sandro .

LaVar Ball Founded the NBA, According to Google

January 03, 2018

Well, he was for a little while, at least. For the time being, if users google to find out who the NBA's founder is, it turns up none other than Mr. Maybe it was because the word "founder" appears in the first paragraph of Ball's Wikipedia page, in reference to his apparel company, Big Baller Brand? National Basketball Association founder would certainly be an impressive resume line for a guy who's chief NBA-related accomplishment to date is raising a player who ranks second to last in the ...

Nairabet Preview: Southampton - Crystal Palace: Expect goals on the south coast

January 02, 2018

However, striker Charlie Austin is suspended and remains injured from Saints' pre-Christmas draw against Huddersfield Town. The south coast outfit are (1.35) to either win or draw. Crystal Palace are waiting on late fitness tests from three key players in Ruben Loftus-Cheek, James McArthur and Jeffrey Schlupp, all of whom could appear tonight.

Jon Flanagan Pleads Guilty To Assaulting His Girlfriend

January 02, 2018

The 25-year-old was arrested and charged with the offence following an incident in the early hours of 22nd December in Liverpool's city centre. Given Flanagan's guilty plea and the serious nature of the assault, though, there can be no argument for keeping him on the club's books.

Baker Mayfield and Oklahoma sprint out to a 17-point lead

January 02, 2018

It's uncertain whether Bellamy and Mayfield had words during the game, though there is a video of Mayfield yelling "It's over!" when the Sooners were up 14-7 in the second quarter. He also caught a 2-yard touchdown. Mayfield wasn't flawless - several of his throws sailed high, including one which was picked - but rallied Oklahoma after they fell behind 38-31 in the fourth, knotting the score with an 11-yard touchdown pass to Dimitri Flowers with just under nine minutes remaining in the game.

Marcell Dareus wanted to play Titans in playoffs

January 02, 2018

It's over. I can't put it any simpler than that. "I just wish I could have helped, but at the same time , I feel like I did", Dareus said, via Mike Kaye of First Coast News . Still, Dareus admitted that it's pretty special playing the Bills on Sunday. He came through with four tackles and his first sack with the team, which came on the first play of the second quarter when he overpowered Tennessee left guard Quinton Spain to corral quarterback Marcus Mariota .

Anthony Joshua blasts Tyson Fury

January 02, 2018

It's not an act with me. 'I don't respect him. Surely the biggest heavyweight fight that can be made - but Fury must first have at least one comeback fight in the new year before he can make a case for a shot at Joshua's titles. Fury still needs to get his boxing licence back before he can resume fighting with the British Boxing Board of Control set to call the heavyweight to a hearing in January.

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