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Rescuers reach soccer team trapped in Thai cave for nine days

July 04, 2018

Experts have said the safest option could be to supply the 12 boys and their coach where they are and wait for the water levels to drop. The rescue mission has drawn great global support with at least eight nations sending teams to help rescue the 12 boys and their football coach trapped in the flooded Tham Luang cave, alongside hundreds of Thais working at the scene since June 23.

Colombia ambassador ‘sad’ over Sun headline ahead of England World Cup clash

July 04, 2018

Speaking with The Guardian , he said: "It's rather sad that they use such a festive and friendly environment as the World Cup to target a country and continue to stigmatise it with a completely unrelated issue". England qualified from Group G thanks to wins over Tunisia and Panama and with their place booked they fielded a second-string side in their 1-0 defeat to a similarly weakened Belgium in a odd final group game that neither side showed much desire to win.

Questions That Already Got Answered in 2018 NBA Free Agency

July 04, 2018

Having a high-priced deal isn't Anthony's fault; blame it on the New York Knicks and Phil Jackson, the ones who orchestrated that contract. Rumors swirled that George will stay with the Thunder after Westbrook flew back to Oklahoma City amid a family vacation in Hawaii to arrange the party.

England open the score against Colombia

July 04, 2018

Colombia is focused on trying to stop England at set pieces, since four of Kane's five goals so far, and six of England's eight in total, came from dead-ball situations. The South Americans vehemently protested the decision, but the penalty stood and the Tottenham man sent goalkeeper David Ospina the wrong way to hand England the lead.

Murray withdraws from Wimbledon

July 03, 2018

He will be withdrawing from the tournament, he said, as him and his team feel it's too soon to play best-of-5 set matches. While Murray looked good at times, he said on Sunday that he wasn't ready to compete in a Grand Slam event. Federer, who beat Marin Cilic in last year's final, will face Dusan Lajovic in the first round on Monday. The 19-year-old was playing at Wimbledon for the second time after being given a wild card.

Last Time England Played Colombia, Foo Fighters Played Glastonbury

July 03, 2018

This is a question that has yet to be answered - even though they are about to play in the last 16 of the World Cup . "We have an unbelievable opportunity to do something very special". England coach Gareth Southgate faced a dilemma in his country's last group-stage game against Belgium. It's pretty tricky. You have two minutes.

Colombia's Abel Aguilar ruled out against Senegal with injury

July 03, 2018

Colombia goalkeeper David Ospina says his outfit have their eyes fully set on Thursday's group decider against Senegal at the World Cup . At this cruel, unforgiving level, you have to be effective at both ends of the field and they came up agonisingly short in both regards.

Uruguay book quarter final date with France

July 03, 2018

Kylian Mbappe scored two goals in four minutes to send France charging into the World Cup quarter-finals and Lionel Messi home with a thrilling 4-3 win over Argentina . European champions Portugal qualified for the last 16 after an unconvincing group stage in which they tried to repeat the "solid defense and pace-on-the-break" strategy that won them the 2016 European Championship.

Brazil's Casemiro Suspended for World Cup Quarter-Final Clash With Belgium

July 03, 2018

Still, it was a triumph of sorts for a team that had been fairly uninspiring during Asian qualifying. The Japanese team's commitment to leaving the Rostov-on-Don stadium and the tournament itself in a courteous manner felt even more impressive, as only 15 minutes from the final whistle they were on the verge of extending their stay in Russian Federation and knocking out star-studded Belgium in the process.

Mexico coach rips 'clown' Neymar for milking injury

July 03, 2018

Here's how Twitter reacted to the encounter. The Mexico defender did seem to know what he was doing when he stood on the Brazilian's ankle on the sideline, but Neymar's agonized rolling around suggested a significant injury. Osorio said the incident halted Mexico's momentum as they chased the game following Neymar's opening goal, and that referee Gianluca Rocchi "favoured Brazil ".

Tennis star Federer leaves Nike for Japan's Uniqlo in blockbuster deal

July 03, 2018

Federer wore Nike shoes for the Wimbledon opener, and may continue to because Uniqlo doesn't make tennis shoes. Reports earlier this month suggested that the 36-year-old was preparing to end his career-long association with Nike in favour of a ten-year deal with Uniqlo after seeing his deal with the United States sportswear brand expire in March.

Super Eagles depart Russian Federation not as team after World Cup exit

July 03, 2018

If the news turns out to be true and Sampaoli steps down, here are some possible replacements who can lead Argentina back to glory. The 71-year-old Tabarez said after Saturday's match that "when you have the luck to win, you have to do it without gloating".

Chelsea reject Barcelona bid for Willian in excess of £50m

July 03, 2018

Willian , who registered 13 goals and 12 assists last season, is now at the 2018 World Cup with Brazil. Manchester United have been keeping tabs on Willian and Jose Mourinho is keen to reunite with his former Chelsea player at Old Trafford in the ongoing summer transfer window.

Watch Colombia Vs. England 2018 FIFA World Cup Live Stream

July 03, 2018

We are together, more experienced and a stronger squad of players than we were in Brazil. On Monday he said he had no feelings of revenge when Colombia meet England in Moscow's Spartak Stadium but was ready to deliver a fine performance.

Landmark LeBron sign to vanish from downtown Cleveland

July 03, 2018

LeBron is arguably the greatest basketball player of all time, but has notably less Championship wins than the likes of Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant to back that up. James joined the Lakers without there being another All-Star on the roster, indicating that he's prepared to wait to compete for a title and not be among the championship favorites next year.

Australia Breaks Records As It Trashes Zimbabwe In Third T20I

July 03, 2018

The pair set a new record (223) for the highest T20I partnership among a host of other new marks. With this effort Finch broke his own record set in 2013 when he smashed 156 against England .In reply, Zimbabwe could only manage 129/9 in their allotted 20 overs and succumbed to their second straight defeat of the series.

Real Madrid refute claim of €310 million Neymar offer

July 03, 2018

Real Madrid have denied a report that they have offered to buy Neymar from Paris Saint-Germain for a world record transfer of 310 million euros ($NZ537 million). Neymar moved to Paris for £200m from Real's domestic rivals Barcelona previous year, but amid rumours of his unhappiness in Ligue 1, talk over a switch back to Spain has gathered pace.

Key highlights: Switzerland 2-2 Costa Rica

July 03, 2018

Brazil topped the group after their 2-0 win over Serbia . Behrami has roots in Kosovo , but pushed the focus to Wednesday's match saying that it's not appropriate to focus on politics now "because we have to think about the main thing, which is playing football".

Alexis Sanchez reveals who he wants to win the World Cup

July 03, 2018

Tweets left, right and center including Liverpool posting about Simon Mignolet, who's back-up to Thibaut Courtois and hasn't played a single minute of the World Cup . And in the final seconds, a slick counter from the Red Devils ended with Chadli, also a substitute, slotting home into the net to book a quarter-final meeting with Brazil .

Hierro dodges questions on future after Spain World Cup defeat

July 03, 2018

Midfield is chock-full of quality with Atletico Madrid new boy Rodri, Valencia's Carlos Soler, Real Madrid's Dani Ceballos and Villareal's Pablo Fornals chief among the young guns that look ready to make the step-up. The 38-year-old defender diverted a crossed ball into the net with his heel as he and Ramos got tangled up. Meanwhile, Barcelona defender Gerard Pique , who conceded the penalty Russian Federation equalised with, previously stated he would retire from national team duty ...

Federer faces ID crisis in switch from Nike to Uniqlo

July 03, 2018

Uniqlo issued a statement to confirm it had signed the 36-year-old Swiss as a global brand ambassador. "But like Uniqlo, I also have a great love for life, culture and humanity", Federer said . "I assume that the RF line that we've come to know will simply go away", Andrews said. The top seed, however, hopes to retain some ties with Nike as he was still wearing the swoosh-marked footwear on Monday, since Uniqlo does not manufacture shoes.

England captain Eoin Morgan ready for India challenge

July 03, 2018

It's not just that Australia are now lacking half a first-choice team due to injury and suspension, and it's not just that India are now rated No. England would want to win it back in their home. From that point of view, I thought why can't we do it, why can't we go over and play in these conditions and get exposed to it? On that occasion we were treated to a batting collapse to rate with some of the most dramatic in England's history (and the competition for that accolade is pretty ...

Dramatic footage released of emaciated Thai boys in cave

July 03, 2018

Family members smile after hearing the news that the missing 12 boys and their soccer coach have been found , in Mae Sai , Chiang Rai province, in northern Thailand , Monday, July 2, 2018. Prime minister Prayuth Chan-ocha thanked worldwide experts and rescuers who helped the search. "The Royal Thai Government and the Thai people are grateful for this support and cooperation, and we all wish the team a safe and speedy recovery", Prayuth's office said in a statement.

England vs Colombia: Five players volunteer to take penalties in shootout scenario

July 03, 2018

Southgate told reporters: "It's pointless us even thinking about what might happen after this game". "We hope we'll be able to enjoy the game, try to play the game we have planned and try to live this dream being responsible because we know we are facing a great opportunity".

Thunder are angling for seven more seasons of Paul George

July 03, 2018

George became an unrestricted free agent on Thursday after declining his player option. The only question about George's new deal was how long it would be for, with most anticipating a two or three-year deal with a player option for the final year.

LeBron James to join Lakers for $154 million over 4 years

July 03, 2018

Now, it's time to see what kind of help the organization will give to the league's best player. While his first letter from 2010 was written in comic sans - and one that James himself said was racial - Gilbert's second attempt was much more professional and gracious.

Durant, Paul to re-sign with teams

July 03, 2018

Denver added to the huge night of spending out West when it got Will Barton to commit to staying in what will be a four-year deal that could be worth more than $50 million if he doesn't opt out a year early, and that move comes on the cusp of the Nuggets getting talented big man Nikola Jokic to stay in what will be a five-year deal worth almost $150 million.

Russian Federation parties as Spain shootout win keeps World Cup dream alive

July 03, 2018

The idea that Spain , boasting a squad bursting with winners at club and global level, could be sent home by the lowest-ranked team in the tournament would have sounded preposterous just a month ago, but as the minutes ticked by at the Luzhniki stadium it seemed ever more likely.

Murray in Wimbledon draw, faces Paire first round

July 03, 2018

The road ahead, then, is blocked with massive obstacles but if in the next couple of days Murray's hip behaves itself and he feels ready to play then the biggest hurdle of all will have been overcome. I don't think I played wonderful in the matches, but I think I've done well, considering the opponents. "I'm practicing at a high level, a high intensity every day with some of the best players in the world".

Former Australia vice-captain David Warner still in contact with Steve Smith

July 03, 2018

Toronto skipper Sammy said before Thursday's game that Smith should be allowed to rebuild his career. The interaction, his first since the remorseful press conference upon his return from South Africa , came ahead of his expected return to competitive cricket in the Northern Territory's Strike League .

This Week In Golf: Molinari Masterful In Quicken Loans National Win

July 03, 2018

The London resident, a five-time victor on the European Tour in 312 events, betters his previous best of T2 at the 2017 PGA Championship and is the first Italian-born victor on TOUR since 1947. "This entire week I've started the ball on line again and I'm starting to see it", he said. Woods, whose 79 career US PGA victories are three shy of Sam Snead's all-time record, has not won a title since the 2013 WGC Bridgestone Invitational - a drought of 1,791 days in which 114 different ...

NBA Free Agent Rumors: Julius Randle Agrees To Contract With Pelicans

July 03, 2018

The writing seemed to be on the wall regarding Randle's future with the Lakers once LeBron James agreed to a four-year, $154 million deal with the team. After starting that year with the Celtics, Rondo was traded to the Mavericks. Still, with the scoring prowess the Lakers have on their side, a point guard that can distribute the ball as well as Rondo is a pretty important addition.

Roger Federer Leaves Nike for Uniqlo

July 03, 2018

ESPN reports that 36-year-old Federer was looking to negotiate with Nike for more money before signing his deal with Uniqlo. Federer's deal with Nike expired in March, and many speculated he would renew his deal. The "RF" logo did appear on the plastic bags that cover his rackets. They are my initials. "It's very exciting also again to see what's out there, who wants to do something with me".

Serena Williams wins on Wimbledon return

July 03, 2018

It's just such great memories that I have here, which is why I wanted to bring Olympia here". On June 14, an unannounced USADA officer arrived at Williams' residence for a drug test at 8:30 a.m. Then it's OK; but I understand the frustration sometimes. "I haven't played a tremendous amount of tennis since I had the baby, and I haven't played in wind in a really long time".

Verstappen used secret tactic to win Austrian Grand Prix

July 03, 2018

Ricciardo ultimately retired from fourth in the race with an exhaust problem. Having dropped to fourth, Hamilton then had to park his auto on the 64th lap, seven short of the finish. Speaking after the race, a frustrated Ricciardo, who is off contract at the end of the season, made some snide remarks as he joked about a potential career change.

Hotel mattress blamed for Marcelo injury

July 02, 2018

Marcelo himself has also come out and assuaged reports that the injury will keep him out of the Brazil team writing the following on his Instagram account: "Thank you for your messages!" "Maybe it was the hotel's mattress, which was a bit more soft than usual".

Stunning Belgium comeback breaks Japan's hearts

July 02, 2018

And despite dominating possession, Belgium failed to create many quality chances while Japan looked risky throughout the first half on the counter-attack. The same firm offer even money (2.0 ) that Belgium win to nil, as they have done in two of their three games so far this tournament. Courtois made an fantastic save from a long-distance Keisuke Honda free kick and then gobbled up another attempt and fed Kevin De Bruyne who led the counter-attack that teed up Chadli's victor.

LeBron James: Basketball star agrees to join Los Angeles Lakers

July 02, 2018

CLEVELAND- LeBron James is already celebrating his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers . Unlike his two previous forays in free agency, James did not drag out his decision and made the announcement less than 24 hours after National Basketball Association free agency opened.

LeBron James' leap to Los Angeles is about more than just basketball

July 02, 2018

Under cover of darkness and all by himself, Magic Johnson arrived at LeBron James' Brentwood house at 9:01 p.m. on Saturday. If Magic Johnson wants to include around 3-5 first round picks and a few players off the roster, that just might be the best offer they are going to get.

Neymar shines as Brazil oust Mexico

July 02, 2018

Brazil endured a frustrating opening 45 minutes as they head into the halftime break with the score level at 0-0 against Mexico in their round of 16 tie. Then with two minutes to go in regulation, Brazil clinched their spot in the quarterfinals. The breakthrough came shortly after half-time when Willian fired in a risky cross from the left after speeding past Ayala, with Neymar sliding in behind team-mate Gabriel Jesus to poke Brazil in front.

Woods wields hot putter in second-round 65 at National

July 02, 2018

After the round, he said he putted well and felt good about the stroke, but the stats didn't quite back that up (-1.264 strokes gained putting). Streelman shot the low round of the tournament Friday with an 8-under 62, vaulting into contention after an opening-round 72.

Sokratis Papastathopoulos joins Arsenal from Borussia Dortmund

July 02, 2018

The Gunners are embracing a major summer of change having seen manager Arsene Wenger depart, with Unai Emery brought in as his replacement in the Emirates Stadium dugout. 'They have said the best about this club, that it is one big family, and of course they called me, not every day, but a lot of times, to tell me to come here.

Uruguay Trains Without Edison Cavani Ahead of Quarterfinal Clash vs France

July 02, 2018

The 19-year-old forward's electric pace caused Argentina problems all afternoon and his twin strikes helped France overturn a 2-1 deficit and set up a quarter-final date with Uruguay . Edinson Cavani is hopeful he will be fit in time to face France in the World Cup quarter finals despite coming off hurt in victory over Portugal .

Lakers Landing DeMarcus Cousins Could Be Key Step To Attracting LeBron James

July 02, 2018

FOX NBA insider Chris Broussard is predicting that a Kawhi Leonard-Sixers trade is going to happen. There was some concern that the Lakers needed to have a star in place in order to sign James . Nearly certainly, the Spurs will demand a much bigger return than the Cleveland Cavaliers received last summer, when they traded Kyrie Irving to Boston in exchange for Isaiah Thomas, Ante Zizic, Jae Crowder and the rights to the Brooklyn Nets' 2018 first-round draft pick.

LA fans, businesses prepare for impact of new Lakers star LeBron James

July 02, 2018

But after 15 years in the NBA , James didn't need much convincing nor elaborate proposals. While dethroning the Golden State Warriors will be very hard, the Lakers are heading in the right direction. We still have plenty of time to come up with a better name for his choice, but for now, the important thing is this: LeBron James is now a Los Angeles Laker .

Brazil vs. Mexico final score, recap

July 02, 2018

Brazil started slow in group play, settling for a 1-1 draw against Switzerland to start in Group E, but the team quickly ramped up to full speed. With Messi and Ronaldo having packed their bags, Neymar is the final superstar remaining the World Cup .

The plan behind turning Mbappe into the best player in the world

July 02, 2018

Mbappe became the youngest goalscorer for France at a major tournament when he scored a close-range victor to down Peru in Russian Federation 2018's group stage. Ronaldo tore out of the blocks in Russian Federation, smashing a hat-trick in his first game against Spain and he added another goal in the 1-0 win against Morocco.

All Hell Breaks Loose During Australia Vs Philippines Basketball Game

July 02, 2018

Maker, Daniel Kickert, Nathan Sobey, and Chris Goulding were all ejected for Australia. Andray Blatche , who played for the Washington Wizards and Brooklyn Nets during a nine-year National Basketball Association career and now plays for the Philippines, was also involved in the brawl and ejected.

LeBron James agrees to 4-year, $154M deal with LA Lakers

July 02, 2018

Because they own his "Bird rights" the Cavs can offer James more money than any other team - a five-year, $207 million deal. He also won a championship in Cleveland. A team who finished 11th in the Western Conference last season. The basketball star was also welcomed to LA Lakers by star footballer Zlatan Ibrahimovic on Twitter , who plays for LA Galaxy.

Jerami Grant reportedly agrees to new three-year contact with Thunder

July 02, 2018

George made the announcement at a party in Oklahoma City, where he was filmed and the video uploaded to Twitter by users. From Oklahoma City's perspective, this was quite a coup. It's unclear whether another team would be interested in such a deal, but for example Oklahoma City could deal Anthony to the Milwaukee Bucks for Matthew Dellavedova , John Henson and Tyler Zeller (whose 2018-19 salary would have to be guaranteed for the salaries to match).

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