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Southampton, Brighton & Hove Albion ends all square

February 01, 2018

Murray was much more precise 14 minutes later after Wesley Hoedt had clumsily tripped Solly March in the penalty area, Brighton's lone striker sending Alex McCarthy the wrong way with the resulting spot-kick. A free kick won by Sofiane Boufal was sent into the box by James Ward-Prowse and met by the heel of Jack Stephens , the ball dispatched into the far corner of the net.

West Ham Investigate Claim Of Club Policy Against Signing Africans

February 01, 2018

West Ham now has six first-team players of African descent-Cheikhou Kouyate (Senegal), Pedro Obiang (Equitorial Guinea), Arthur Masuaku (Nigeria), Joao Mario (Angolan descent, represents Portugal), Angelo Ogbanna (Nigerian descent, represents Italy) and Edimilson Fernandex (Cape Verdean descent, represents Switzerland).

Pandora Announces Restructuring Plans: Reduce Workforce, Focus on Ad-Tech & Audience Development

February 01, 2018

According to Pandora, the restructuring will shift employee resources to focus on ad-tech and audience development efforts and will combine certain roles. Pandora Media Inc., the struggling online-radio service, will expand operations in Atlanta because it's cheaper to operate there than in its home city of Oakland.

Cardinals plan to cut Adrian Peterson

February 01, 2018

Peterson, a star in his prime, came to the Cardinals midway through the season. However, for the first time, Peterson was not the featured back, instead splitting reps with veteran running back Mark Ingram and rookie sensation Alvin Kamara.

Pacers make the most of depleted Grizzlies down stretch

February 01, 2018

It was Bogdanovic's highest-scoring game since November 27 and he made several key plays down the stretch, including a key steal and score with 4:44 remaining and three free throws in the final second to seal the victory. Grizzlies center Marc Gasol missed an 11-foot jumper and the Grizzlies got the rebound. Selden drove against Cory Joseph, but the Pacers' defense swarmed him at the rim, forcing a miss.

CJ McCollum hits a high as Portland take out the Bulls

February 01, 2018

He knocked down 11 of his 14 shots and outscored the Bulls by nine points in the frame. McCollum had 50 points as Portland carried a 102-75 lead into the fourth quarter. The Blazers have won seven of their last eight games dating back to mid-January. The other player whom McCollum joined with this rare accomplishment is Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson who once scored 60 points in 29 minutes.

Proteas won't live in the moment in the ODIs … sort of

February 01, 2018

Here, we list down 3 players each to look out for in the upcoming series. "We look forward to them trying to win the World Cup again, and we will be following the final closely". "Every individual has their own plan, but when you play Test cricket it is important to analyse the situation, where the game stands at that point, and one bad shot can change the course of the game".

Chelsea giving their best: Conte

February 01, 2018

Three second-half goals gave AFC Bournemouth a shock 3-0 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge . The remarkable 3-0 defeat saw the Blues drop to fourth - behind Liverpool on goal difference - and just two points clear of rivals Tottenham following their comprehensive win against Manchester United .

Tom Brady Cuts Radio Interview Short Over Comments About Daughter

February 01, 2018

Paul, Minn. "I didn't hear too much about it". I think the important thing is you can't say yes to everything. "I've tried to come on this show for many years and showed you guys a lot of respect", Brady said, according to ESPN . "That's how I felt", he said . He said his son will be in an upcoming episode that features their summer trip to China. "It's always easy to defend our families", McCourty noted.

Celtic loan signing Charly Musonda ready to handle the hype

February 01, 2018

To be part of this football club is a very proud moment for me. Celtic also managed to capture Bain on loan from Dundee , who joined Hibernian on loan earlier this month but he hadn't featured for Neil Lennon's side. "I look forward to playing more games here". Celtic have had issues at the back this season, with injuries to both Jozo Simunovic and Dedryck Boyata leaving the Scottish champions short.

Murphy Capital Management Inc. Acquires New Position in Eaton Corporation, PLC (ETN)

February 01, 2018

The stock decreased 0.18% or $0.16 during the last trading session, reaching $88.41. It is down 0.00% since January 31, 2017 and is. It has outperformed by 16.62% the S&P500. The industrial products company reported $1.25 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, meeting the Zacks' consensus estimate of $1.25. Five research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, ten have assigned a hold rating and seven have issued a buy rating to the company's stock.

Zverev faces De Minaur in Davis Cup opener between Germany and Australia

February 01, 2018

De Minaur, 18, was rewarded with a place in the Australian team after making the semi-finals at the Brisbane International last month and the final in Sydney before going out in the first round of the Australian Open. "It's not happening", he said. The doubles and reverse singles match-ups can be changed up to an hour before they take the court on Saturday and Sunday.

Dortmund sign Batshuayi on loan from Chelsea

February 01, 2018

Borussia Dortmund have officially signed striker Michy Batshuayi from Chelsea on loan until the end of the season. Would rather not have to entertain the prospects of Chelsea tackling the second half of the season with just one striker or a having to make a last-minute emergency move for Emile Heskey.

Terry Rozier records a triple-double in his first career start

February 01, 2018

This will be Rozier's 165th National Basketball Association game and first career start as he draws the nod at point guard for a Celtics team that is without Irving and Marcus Smart (hand). "It was my (butt), it wasn't really my hip", Morris said. Despite Kanter's big day on the boards, the Knicks were outrebounded 49-44 as five Celtics had five or more rebounds.

Chelsea Land Giroud in £18m Deal

February 01, 2018

Aubameyang , who scored 98 goals in 144 Bundesliga games for Dortmund, expressed hius delight at the deal and his hope of emulating Arsenal's record goalscorer Thierry Henry . The 29-year-old German playmaker becomes the club's highest paid player on £350,000 a week in a new improved contract which will keep him at the Gunners until the summer of 2021.

Chelsea complete signing of Olivier Giroud from Arsenal

February 01, 2018

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger hinted Olivier Giroud had played his last game for the club after their 3-1 defeat to Swansea and said a move for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will be "decided" tomorrow morning. "I'm a fast player and I score goals too, like Henry a little bit". The fee for Aubameyang was identical to that paid by Manchester City for France under-21 worldwide Aymeric Laporte on Tuesday.

Team BC advances to Scotties Tournament of Hearts Championship Pool

February 01, 2018

Northern Ontario took a 6-5 lead in the eighth when Fleury left her last rock near the button for a pair. "It's disappointing because you come here and you want to play as many games as you can and now we don't get to do that, " Anderson said.

Socceroos will play ´my way´, says Van Marwijk

February 01, 2018

Australia coach Bert van Marwijk brushed aside suggestions he will follow the legacy set by Ange Postecoglou, indicating he will do things "my way". Van Marwijk guide the Socceroos through the World Cup in Russian Federation under significant time constraints, which just over four months until the world's biggest showpiece.

Celtic close to signing Dundee's Scott Bain on loan

February 01, 2018

And the Daily Record reports that Dave King has turned down an offer of nearly £7m for the striker's services. The Hoops had an initial offer of £500,000 turned down by their Scottish Premiership rivals for Hendry. "Through everything that has gone on, he maybe has come away a wee bit from what his strengths are, so it was really just a case of looking at his game, breaking his game down and highlighting what type of player he is".

Bad light halts Jason Day PGA Tour playoff at Farmers Insurance Open

February 01, 2018

It's a good feeling, a lot of positivity going around". "I'm looking forward to tomorrow, but I've got to get some rest". Tiger Woods finished his PGA Tour event of 2018 with an even-par 72. With five extra holes not enough to throw up a victor of the Farmers Insurance Open , the Australian former world No 1 faces a nervous overnight wait.

Stoke complete signing of Ndiaye from Galatasaray

February 01, 2018

Stoke City manager Paul Lambert on his transfer targets said: "We have spoken about players and there are players we think can help us, but January is a really hard month to bring the right type of people in". Ndiaye has been a full Senegal global since 2014 and was part of the most recent squad that completed the 2018 World Cup qualifying campaign in November.

Les Kiss to leave Ulster Rugby effective immediately

February 01, 2018

Ulster failed to advance from the pool stages in all three seasons of Kiss' tenure, while their Pro14 performances have not inspired confidence among supporters, with a semi-final defeat in 2016 followed by missing out on the knock-out stages altogether last season.

Suns buy out Greg Monroe contract

February 01, 2018

Monroe now is an unrestricted free agent, and you can bet several contending teams will show interest. Boston can use part of its $8.4 million disabled player exception injury to sign Monroe. Since being traded to the Suns earlier this season as part of the deal that sent Eric Bledsoe to the Milwaukee Bucks , the 27-year-old Georgetown product has not been able to see showcase his skill set and only played sporadically.

Insider FERGUSON T RITSON sold 15758 Shares Of CBRE Group, Inc. (CBG)

February 01, 2018

Corporate insiders own 1.00% of the company's stock. Glenmede Tru Na holds 1.88 million shares. CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE: CBG ) has price to earnings growth of 1.69, which is a valuation metric for determining relative trade-off among price of a stock.

Los Angeles Lakers vs Orlando Magic

February 01, 2018

Orlando Magic has rebounded from handing James Harden the NBA's first 60-point triple-double by thumping the Los Angeles Lakers . Magic: F Aaron Gordon missed a second straight game (his 11th of the season) with a strained left hip flexor.

Davy Klaassen to stay at Everton after Napoli loan move falls through

February 01, 2018

Sky in Italy claim Napoli were originally unaware that Klaassen was cup tied for the Europa League when they initiated talks for the proposed loan deal. The player continued to be snubbed by caretaker manager David Unsworth, and he's yet to play under current boss Sam Allardyce. Everton midfielder Davy Klaassen is reportedly on the verge of joining Napoli .

Rio Ferdinand claims he noticed Lucas Moura at Wembley

February 01, 2018

Lucas Moura has not started a single league game for PSG this season, so it would be easy to say Tottenham are taking a risk by paying £25m for the winger - but to do so would be to overlook the circumstances of his exclusion in the French capital.

Nor-way! Palace finally get a striker

February 01, 2018

The 22-year-old Norway global has scored 15 goals in 26 games so far this season. Sorloth, who is a senior Norway worldwide, only joined Midtylland past year, but has done enough to catch Crystal Palace's eye. Speaking of his last-minute move, Sorloth told Palace TV: 'It's a big club with ambition, a good club who takes good care of its players. Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson has rued the injury picked by Bakary Sako in their 1-1 draw with West Ham United .

Doug Pederson to have Brett Favre address Eagles before Super Bowl

February 01, 2018

He's a true gunslinger, a rocket arm, can throw it from any which angle. Favre, who was originally drafted by the Falcons , went 1-1 in Super Bowl appearances with the Packers, beating the Patriots 35-21 after the 1996 season and losing to the Broncos 31-24 the following season.

Floyd Mayweather Taunts Conor McGregor With Video Stepping Into the Cage

February 01, 2018

Last night, MI native Mayweather seemingly put the combat sports world on notice by posting a video of himself entering a cage to his Twitter and Instagram pages. The boxer posted a short video of him entering an MMA cage and the clip sparked wide-spread speculation a second fight with McGregor is happening. The video came a few months after the former five-weight champion suggested he could one day fight in the UFC .

Mets trade to LHP Smoker to Pittsburgh for SBU product

February 01, 2018

He struck out 68 over 56 1/3 innings, but walked 32. In 71 2/3 innings, the 29-year-old pitched to a 5.02 ERA with 93 strikeouts. Smoker was wildly inconsistent in the Nationals' system, and after failing to make a major league appearance by 2013, Washington allowed him to walk via free agency.

Liverpool midfielder Ovie Ejaria completes Sunderland loan move

February 01, 2018

Sky Sports News understands Ejaria will be a replacement for Didier Ndong, who completed a loan move to Watford with an obligation to buy in the summer should certain criteria be met. Having been restricted to the odd first-team outing since then, the England Under-20s World Cup victor ace will now link up with Sunderland to gain further experience in the second tier.

Sam Allardyce: 'Everton did not want Ademola Lookman to leave'

February 01, 2018

The England Under-21 global has been desperate to get some regular football but Sam Allardyce had indicated that he wanted Lookman, who arrived at Goodison Park 12 months ago for £11.5million from Charlton, to stay at the club. "We tried to persuade him not to go as it's a big challenge for his development". I hope he proves us all wrong because it's very important for him and very important for us that he goes and develops out there.

Eriksen On Target As Spurs Sink Utd

February 01, 2018

The loss meant that United's ideal start to the new year met its demise, whilst also snapping an eight-match unbeaten streak in the Premier League. United should have been more alert, based on its preparations. When the ball was played from kick off, Kane had already encroached into Man United's half and according to the rules of football the kick off should have been retaken.

Bulldogs knock off Gators in college hoops

February 01, 2018

The Bulldogs beat Florida (15-7, 6-3) for the first time since January 17, 2015, snapping a four-game losing streak in the series. Georgia (12-8, 3-5) also has had problems at times on offense and stumbled lately, losing five of its last six games.

Mariners extend protective netting at Safeco Field for 2018 season

February 01, 2018

Before, the netting stopped at the dugouts. The Mariners are one of several Major League Baseball teams to expand the protective netting for 2018 to improve fan safety. The Arizona Diamondbacks and the Tampa Bay Rays announced on Wednesday they would extend the protective netting behind the dugouts in their ballparks in time for opening day, meaning all 30 teams have made a decision to exceed the recommendations for enhanced safety issued by Commissioner Rob Manfred in December 2015.

See Super Bowl 52 on Big Screen for Free

February 01, 2018

Dick Vermeil spent seven seasons as head coach of the Eagles , which gave him plenty of time to observe how fans in Philadelphia feel about their National Football League team's players. Both of these teams are the number one seeds from their respective conferences. As much as Lewis, Amendola and Chung have enjoyed their time in New England, they aren't naive to how the Patriots deal with aging players.

PyeongChang 2018 to be biggest Winter Olympics in history

February 01, 2018

The Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang , South Korea begin on 9 February. "The ministry reportedly told the North that all events agreed upon for the success of the Olympics and Paralympics should be held without fail". Japanese Prime Minister Abe is the only leader from the four regional powers - the US, China, Japan and Russian Federation - visiting South Korea during the Winter Games.

Knicks' Baker out indefinitely with right shoulder injury

February 01, 2018

Yahoo Sports' Shams Charania passed along some information from sources who shared that a "heated verbal exchange" involving Noah and Knicks coach Jeff Hornacek had recently taken place, and that now, the franchise was looking to part ways with the 32-year-old center.

Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie says signing Nick Foles was money well spent

February 01, 2018

The Chargers faced the Eagles and the Patriots this past October, losing to both by single digits. To say there wasn't concern, at the highest levels of the Philadelphia Eagles organization, when quarterback Carson Wentz tore his ACL in Week 14 would be revisionist history.

Police to issue apology for doubting 2004 Larry Nassar accuser

February 01, 2018

The department plans to hold a press conference Wednesday about what went wrong. Randall-Gay said the apology is "not enough" because police could have prevented further abuse by reporting her complaint. He then moved his hands. He was "rubbing around" and "squeezing" her breasts. "He was so good at normalizing what he did", she said, remembering thinking that "it can't be bad what he's doing if he's doing it in front of friends and teammates".

AB de Villiers ruled out of the first three ODIs against India

February 01, 2018

India now have a host of middle order batsmen in the squad and finding the right balance will be the key in this series. Get ready to hear this a lot over the next 17 months, especially if you follow the South African team: Vision 2019. "Because in a year or so from now, you want to make sure that there is a group of guys that has spent time in the middle in pressure situations". South Africa will be aiming for a continuation of their recent dominance at home.

Manchester United signal Czech Republic teenager Matej Kovar

February 01, 2018

And they said transfer deadline day would be boring. Ha! So what do we know about young Kovar? If you do, please do enlighten us in the comments below. Kovar is the latest acquisition under United's head of academy and former player Nicky Butt, following the likes of Arnau Puigmal, Largie Ramazani and Millen Baars.

Super Bowl Odds and Lock of the Week

February 01, 2018

However, there has been some speculation as to how important he is to New England's success. "I'm thinking about the Super Bowl and trying to win the most important game of the year and it's going to take a lot to do it". Bills change DBs coach • Buffalo coach Sean McDermott continues shuffling his staff by hiring former Houston Texans defensive backs coach John Butler to replace Gill Byrd, who was sacked after a season.

Lee Camp joins Sunderland on loan

February 01, 2018

Ejaria, 20, has arrived until the end of the season from the Premier League giants. "I'm really happy because I've wanted to go out on loan for a while to get regular first-team football under my belt", he told Sunderland's website . Sunderland have completed a late double deadline day swoop with the arrivals of Ashley Fletcher and Lee Camp . Predecessor Simon Grayson did land Robbin Ruiter and Jason Steele over the summer, but neither have impressed, leading Coleman to target a ...

Arizona Diamondbacks reach deal with catcher Alex Avila

February 01, 2018

Avila returned to Detroit in 2017 after spending a season with the Chicago White Sox but was then traded to the Chicago Cubs as the Major League Baseball trade deadline approached. He was acquired by the Cubs in a trade deadline day deal. His batting averages after hitting.295 that year would go down to.243, .227, .218 and.191 the next four seasons.

Brett Favre to deliver pre-game speech to Eagles

February 01, 2018

Favre, who was originally drafted by the Falcons, went 1-1 in Super Bowl appearances with the Packers, beating the Patriots 35-21 after the 1996 season and losing to the Broncos 31-24 the following season. "Not a lot of the backup QBs have the headset on, but I wanted him talking to the coach". Although Pederson was never one to steal the spotlight as a player, he has clearly gained plenty of knowledge in the game of football to lead a team to the big stage.

Barnsley win race for Swansea striker McBurnie

February 01, 2018

But Barnsley have maintained their interest in the 21-year-old and look poised to finally secure his services at the second time of asking, despite rival competition from the likes of Sunderland and Rangers . "Then, hopefully, after helping Barnsley , I can come back to Swansea in the summer ready to push for a regular place in the Premier League next season".

Stoke sign Galatasaray's Badou Ndiaye on four-and-a-half year deal

February 01, 2018

They are a hard team to play against because of the physical aspect to their game and they go pretty direct to their front lads, but the onus is on us to make the running. Watford, playing its first league game with new coach Javi Gracia in charge, will also be relieved to have kept a rare clean sheet. "We played with more intensity and had a very good attitude, especially in the first half".

Higuain and Buffon lead Juventus past Atalanta 1-0 in Italian Cup

February 01, 2018

Midway through the first half, the video assistant referee awarded Atalanta a penalty for a handball by Medhi Benatia, but Buffon guessed correctly and lunged to his left to smother Alejandro "Papu" Gomez's spot-kick. "He had a rest for a few weeks, perhaps he needed to put his feet up, but he's back now and he's our first-choice goalkeeper". Despite beating league leaders Napoli at the San Paolo Stadium to advance to the semi-finals, Atalanta could not find a way past Juventus who ...

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