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Salah and Mane to be on Liverpool's American tour Klopp confirms

July 10, 2018

He was making fairly routine saves but then suddenly dropped one into his goal in scenes that were reminiscent of his display in Kiev around six weeks ago. "In terms of game time I think I only started eight games last season, but I think it was a learning experience to be able to go to probably the second-best league in Europe in the Bundesliga, and making my debut against Bayern Munich".

Raptors have ‘generated buzz’ in Kawhi Leonard trade market

July 10, 2018

Both the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers frequently have been identified as potential landing spots for the star forward, while the Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics have garnered some chatter as well. Furthermore, Raptors HQ stressed that the Toronto Raptors "don't have the trade juice" to swing a deal for Kawhi Leonard , as adding someone like Lowry who is in the "back end" of his prime years might not make much sense.

Thierry Henry's 'heart will be split' by World Cup semifinal

July 10, 2018

The victor will face either Croatia or England , who play on Wednesday, in Moscow´s Luzhniki Stadium on Sunday. Belgium offers multiple threats, including the speed and trickery of forward Eden Hazard and the strength and finishing of striker Romelu Lukaku , who has scored four goals in Russian Federation.

West Ham signs Wilshere from Arsenal

July 10, 2018

The England global put pen-to-paper with the Hammers and will fly out to Switzerland to link up with Manuel Pellegrini's squad at their pre-season training camp in Bad Ragaz. The England global signs for The Hammers on a free transfer after his Arsenal contract expired earlier this month, and leaves the North Londoners after 10 years playing for the senior side.

Arsenal complete move for Sampdoria midfielder Lucas Torreira

July 10, 2018

Arsenal has been linked with Uruguay worldwide Lucas Torreira for about four weeks now but the gunners have finally completed the deal after many weeks of waiting but the Arsenal supporters today finally received the good news after the North Londoners posted on all their social networks the arrival of the defensive midfielder.

Cristiano Ronaldo leaves Real Madrid for Juventus

July 10, 2018

Outgoing Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo says that he has "enormous gratitude" for the club as he outlines his reasons for joining Juventus. While part of Los Blancos , Ronaldo won four Champions League titles, two La Liga championships, two Spanish Cups, and three FIFA Club World Cups.

Federer, Serena Williams sweep into Wimbledon quarterfinals

July 10, 2018

During his Wimbledon fourth-round victory over Adrian Mannarino on Monday, with the ball having already been called out, Federer played a stroke that was more akin to cricket than tennis. Like a year ago, I received the information that they can't reschedule my match on the other court because of the tickets that are presold. Shapovalov's Wimbledon ended in the second round.

Projecting Final Matchup Before 1st Semi-Final Game

July 10, 2018

The semi-final also represents a financial mismatch between the riches of England's Premier League and Croatian football. "We have always said we would it take one game at a time but we can go on and create our own history". Yet it is England's creative, dynamic and intelligent midfield that will need to be on the top of its game against Croatia . Belgium has never been to the final of a World Cup , but that's exactly what they look poised to do as the highest-ranked team (No.

New Orleans Family Says Goodbye To Son In Unique Way

July 10, 2018

And so, many find comfort in focusing their thoughts on who they were and what they stood for. Photos of a wake are going viral after a New Orleans family staged their loved one's corpse in an upright position so it looked like he was playing a video game.

Modric reveals Croatia biggest concern ahead of England clash

July 10, 2018

To that point, we had been allowing Spain to play their game, passing the ball like we all... The squad fly out to the Russian capital, Moscow, on Tuesday afternoon for their first World Cup semi-final in 28 years. "We are just going to stick with what we have been doing all the way through". It's important that we do our best on the pitch. England have a clean bill of health for their World Cup semi-final against Croatia after all 23 players trained on Tuesday.

Rohit Sharma's Ton, Hardik Pandya's Four-Wicket Haul Powers India to Victory

July 10, 2018

The 24-year-old returned career-best figures of 4/38. A lucky top-edge for four took Rohit to his fifty off 28 balls, while Virat Kohli took his time settling in. Buttler and Roy scored 73/0 in six overs with both in-form batters smacking 10 fours and four sixes in the process. For India , Siddarth Kaul came back into the mix in place of injured Bhuvneshwar Kumar, while Deepak Chahar was handed his global debut at the expense of Kuldeep Yadav who was dropped.

Croatia search for missing sparks ahead of England clash

July 10, 2018

A passionate fan of Neymar Jr. and the Brazilian football team, Ahmed had the opportunity to meet his idol and favourite football team in action. "They're bulls***. We have to play our own game regardless of who is in the stands". Ivan Rakitic, so often a key man for Barcelona, was not almost as influential as at club level, while in defence, Russia's Mario Fernandes beat more highly rated defenders to head home a late equaliser.

France take on Belgium for a place in the final

July 10, 2018

He awarded France a penalty kick after a video review of a tackle from behind by Joshua Risdon on Antoine Griezmann , who converted for a 1-0 lead. "With Belgium , Croatia and England this World Cup has been the World Cup of the outsider and Belgium is clearly an outsider". Yannick Ferreira-Carrasco and Thorgan Hazard could be alternatives to replace Meunier.

Rockets Determined to Sign Carmelo Anthony

July 10, 2018

Carmelo Anthony is now being pursued by the Houston Rockets . Many teams have been rumored to be interested, with the Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets on top of the list. The 34-year-old posted career lows in points (16.2 per game), shot attempts (15.0) assists (1.3) and minutes (32.1) in 78 games (all starts) last season while playing primarily power forward instead of small forward.

Eight boys rescued from Thai cave recovering — Sunglasses and chocolates

July 10, 2018

Rescue operations chief Narongsak Osottanakorn described Sunday's initial rescue bid as "D-Day" when it was launched, and there were fears that any one of many potential pitfalls could prove deadly. The boys also have a TV in their hospital room, but can't watch it yet for the sake of their mental health . They said they were still waiting for a medic and three SEALs who had stayed with the boys in their dark refuge deep inside the cave complex to come out.

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal on course for inevitable conclusion

July 10, 2018

In what turned out to be a playful Twitter banter between Wimbledon and ICC, Australia batsman Steve Smith was displaced as the world's best batsman by the world's no 1 ranked tennis player. The Frenchman was not embarrassed in the third set either as Federer settled for a single break of serve to close out the match. The 32-year-old is yet to drop a set in this summer's tournament, having also defeated Dudi Sela, Mikhail Kukushkin and Alex de Minaur in straight sets.

Gianluigi Buffon insists he 'wouldn't be surprised' if Cristiano Ronaldo joins Juventus

July 10, 2018

With the club yet to agree any deal for his potential replacement, supporters will be concerned as to how they are expected to challenge Barcelona for the title next season without a marquee signing filling his boots. "No, if anything bothers me it's the goals he scored against me a year ago", Buffon responded when asked if he was annoyed that he won't be at Juventus next term.

Bertens storms through to Wimbledon quarter-finals against Pliskova

July 10, 2018

Garbine Muguruza, Maria Sharapova , Simona Halep , Petra Kvitova, Venus Williams , Caroline Wozniacki and Sloane Stephens have all been eliminated already. Ominiously for the other seven women left in the draw, the 23-time Grand Slam champion, who missed Wimbledon a year ago but won the title on her previous two visits, insists there is still plenty of room for improvement.

Barcelona Confirm Paulinho Loan Deal To Guangzhou Evergrande

July 10, 2018

At global level, Paulinho has made 55 appearances for Brazil, scoring 13 goals. The player spent nearly three years with the Chinese Super League club in his first spell, playing nearly 100 games with the giants and lifting back-to-back CSL titles.

Vettel wins British Grand Prix as Hamilton recovers to 2nd

July 10, 2018

Add to that an eight-point lead in the drivers' championship and a 20-point lead in the constructors' championship, and Ferrari was understandably smitten with the 233rd win of its long and illustrious history. Mercedes have expressed frustration with the Ferrari drivers' errors but, speaking on Sunday evening, Toto Wolff said he had no complaints with the way stewards were applying the rulebook.

Betting guide for both semifinal matches, France-Belgium and Croatia-England

July 10, 2018

Kane recalls with affection the buzz from watching past tournaments, dreaming one day of pulling on the England jersey. Harry Kane , meanwhile, believes England's World Cup heroes can inspire a generation - just like he was as a young fan.

Croatia ready for England in spite of extended matches

July 10, 2018

There was more drama yesterday when Federation Internationale de Football Association announced that it was investigating Vida after he had posting a clip dedicating the victory to Ukraine. Under the former Real Madrid and Spain defender, who had little previous coaching experience, 2010 winners Spain lost on penalties to Russian Federation in the last 16.

Brazil exit saddest moment of my career - Neymar

July 10, 2018

France welcome back Blaise Matuidi, who returns after serving a suspension of his own during his side's 2-0 win against Uruguay in the quarter-finals. The 2018 World Cup was fortunate to be served up on the second night by the Iberico Clasico - a 3-3 tie between Spain and Portugal, featuring a hat trick by Cristiano Ronaldo .

England fans celebrate Sweden win, but some take it too far

July 09, 2018

We are a young side, but we're an experienced young side, as daft as that sounds. They advanced to the quarter-finals after a dramatic win over Colombia, which tied the game just seconds before it ended. "But, you know, we are progressing really well". Seaman added: 'Some of the criticism he got for the goal (against Belgium) when he went with the top hand was a little bit unjust, I just thought it was questionable but that was about it.

Rafael Nadal Holds off Mikhail Kukushkin in Straight Sets at Wimbledon 2018

July 09, 2018

But Nadal has already given Spain plenty to be proud of this summer with an 11th French Open title last month, and the 32-year-old is aiming to justify his status as the world number one in London . Edmund was pleased to wrap up the win in less than two hours and now hopes England could put away Colombia in the World Cup last 16 later on Tuesday.

Fabregas, Morata report for Chelsea FC pre-season training

July 09, 2018

It's claimed that confidence is growing we will complete a deal to take Sarri from Napoli and appoint him as our new manager this week - potentially on Wednesday. Fellow Italian Maurizio Sarri has been the main man in the frame to succeed his fellow countryman, although Sky Sports Italy have reported that negotiations between Napoli and Chelsea regarding Sarri's appointment as Conte's potential replacement are in 'deadlock'.

Federer, Serena aim to advance on Wimbledon’s ‘Manic Monday’

July 09, 2018

Eight-time champion Federer will be playing in his 53rd Grand Slam last-eight when he tackles either Gael Monfils of France or Kevin Anderson, the eighth-seeded South African. When Mannarino found himself 0-40 at the start of the second set, the Centre Court crowd, normally one of the most pro-Federer anywhere in the world, began roaring for the Frenchman in the desperate hope a tennis match might break out.

England fan suspected of smashing up ambulance following Sweden win identified

July 09, 2018

The driver can be heard asking the man 'Why are you doing this?' as the shirtless man carried on, his face covered with black sunglasses and a black t-shirt. A spokesman for the Met said there had not been a spike in call-outs, despite the hysteria following England's victory over Sweden. Of course, there were some fans who took things a bit too far.

Jack Wilshere signs for West Ham United

July 09, 2018

That resulted in a number of clubs - both home and overseas - being linked with a move for the 26-year-old, but it soon became apparent that the Londoner was strongly considering a short move across the capital. "Manuel and I identified him as a target as soon as we joined the club and we are delighted to have succeeded in securing Jack's signature above a number of other teams".

Belgium winger Eden Hazard prepares for France clash with fresh trim

July 09, 2018

Each semi-final nation has a talismanic star among the favourites for the accolade in the form of Mbappe, Hazard, Harry Kane and Luka Modric, of France , Belgium , England and Croatia, respectively, yet while much was made of Mbappe's showing against Argentina, the fanfare was little more muted for Hazard's against Brazil .

Aussies record scrappy 5-wkt win over Zimbabwe in tri-series

July 09, 2018

The Man from Mardan, who made his name with a scintillating century in the ICC Champions Trophy final against India past year, was at it again in the Tri-nation T20 series decider against Australia on Sunday with his brilliant 91 on 46 balls.

General BREAKING: Hierro leaves Spain coaching role 5 hours ago

July 09, 2018

The Spanish Football Federation were not immediately available for comment. Hierro, 50, has chose to "seek new horizons", according to the Spanish football federation (RFEF). " The Federation want to highlight the professional and human values of an extraordinary athlete to whom we wish the best of fortunes". Former Barcelona coach Luis Enrique is to be named as the new Spain coach, according to widespread reports in the Spanish media on Monday.

I Gave Nabil Fekir Liverpool Opportunity - Lyon Supremo On Star's Future

July 09, 2018

Olympique Lyon management insist securing Yassin Fekir to a new contract has nothing to do with older brother Nabil. Lyon manager Bruno Genesio has conceded that the club are still at risk of losing star man Nabil Fekir before the transfer window closes for business.

Kings rookie Marvin Bagley III injured in summer league game

July 09, 2018

Sacramento Kings rookie Marvin Bagley III suffered an injury to his right hip and groin in the team's 71-63 loss to the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Las Vegas Summer League, the Kings announced Saturday. "This agreement reflects a commitment from both parties to the Phoenix community, the state of Arizona and Suns fans worldwide". Booker has 4,120 career points and eclipsed the 4,000-point mark on March 2, 2018, at the age of 21 years, 123 days old.

Vettel wins, Hamilton second despite Raikkonen clash

July 09, 2018

When Hamilton and Mercedes' comments were put to Vettel and Raikkonen in the post-race press conference, the duo ruled out any malice. He had brought it down to 2.4s when Marcus Ericsson lost the rear of his auto when he turned into the first corner with DRS still open and flew across the gravel and nose-first into the tyres.

Joe Root dropped as England lose series to India

July 09, 2018

Thereafter, skipper Virat Kohli (43) and Rohit shared an 89-run partnership for the third wicket. In the next ball, Roy brought up his fifty in style, slapping Chahal for a six over long-on. However, India slowly brought themselves back into the match. England left Joe Root off their side to make room for Ben Stokes who had a month off with a hamstring injury.

A look at what's ahead in the World Cup

July 09, 2018

At this juncture, England are dreaming, and they have a good reason to. It seems the English clamour for its football team to win the World Cup has reached the ears of their semi-final opponents. Vedran Corluka was deep into his umpteenth interview of the night when the Croatia defender was asked if Luka Modric , his country's captain and conductor, might have a chance of winning the Ballon d'Or this year.

Phil Mickelson says $10M match with Tiger Woods in works

July 09, 2018

And also, it's for $10 million. One thing is for sure though, once this marquee match between two long-time heated rivals is set, it will be must-watch entertainment. "We're at the tail end of our careers [and] we both know that". Both Mickelson, 48, and Woods, 42, have found their games again after some struggles in the past few years.

England Fans Invaded An IKEA After Beating Sweden At The World Cup

July 09, 2018

Main roads in London are blockaded by a heaving red and white army this morning, after England knocked Sweden out of the FIFA World Cup and booked a place in the semi-final. "It means so much to us all, we're really proud and honoured to wear the shirt and to reach a semi-final". Also, how to recover from adversity. Congratulations to both the team and the coach.

Sebastian Vettel Wrecks Lewis Hamilton's Home Party With Stunning Ferrari Win

July 09, 2018

The British Grand Prix is rarely known for its heat but blistering sun and track temperatures surpassing 50 degrees celsius helped produce a fascinating tussle on Sunday, Sebastian Vettel coming out on top. 15 laps to go, and Bottas is in the lead. The German four-time champion seized the lead at the start and fought back after losing the initiative during two safety vehicle periods to register his second win at Silverstone and the 51st of his career.

Untroubled Federer into Wimbledon last 16

July 08, 2018

Milos Raonic's match against Dennis Novak was suspended due to fading light in the third set, with Raonic leading 7-6 (5), 4-6, 6-5. The Canadian split the first two sets with Australian qualifier Dennis Novak and was up 6-5 in the third set before darkness halted play on Friday night.

English all-rounder makes his way into T20I squad for India series

July 08, 2018

In terms of rankings, a 2-0 series' lead will allow India to close the gap with second-placed Australia, while a 3-0 whitewash will help it leap to second behind top-ranked Pakistan. Siddharth Kaul was the man who gave India the breakthrough by bowling Buttler over. His replacement Umesh Yadav has provided wickets (four in two matches) in the powerplays, but he has also been taken for runs at the same time.

Former Navy SEAL: Thailand Cave Rescue Is Like 'Climbing Mount Everest'

July 08, 2018

Narongsak Osatanakorn said , according to news reports . "If we can get out, please can you bring me to eat at the pan-fried pork restaurant?" one of the boys wrote in a letter published on the Thai Navy SEALs' Facebook page . Sources in the diving team and the Thai navy confirmed the first two boys were freed late on Sunday afternoon and were airlifted to Chiang Rai city, about 50 miles away.

Brazil's World Cup misery continues at the hands of Belgium

July 08, 2018

Football fans watching the World Cup quarterfinal match between Brazil and Belgium have expressed their pleasure at an usual abundance of afro haircuts among the players in both teams. It's quite another when those people are actively hiding you from the organization that's paying you $20 million per year to play for them. "The World Cup is just like that, especially in the quarter-finals - that is when the tournament really begins".

England fans trash an Ikea following win over Sweden

July 08, 2018

Goals in each half from Harry Maguire and Dele Alli clinched victory for Gareth Southgate's men in their first quarter-final in the competition since 2006, while goalkeeper Jordan Pickford produced a hat-trick of stunning saves to maintain his clean sheet.

England good enough to win the World Cup, says Janne Andersson

July 08, 2018

Completely ignoring the fact that the bloke who took charge of England's last game was called "Mark", many were concerned with how Swedish Bjorn Kuipers's first name sounded, regardless of the fact he is very much Dutch. Unfortunately, the quarterfinal against a talented, young England side that has a nation beginning to believe proved a bridge too far. The World Cup fever has gripped Formula One as well, as we prepare for the British Grand Prix this weekend.

Euphoric Croatia aiming to party like it's 1998 against Russian Federation

July 08, 2018

Croatia have beaten hosts Russian Federation 4-3 in a penalty shootout to advance to a Fifa World Cup semifinal against England . But with five minutes to go before the end of extra time Mario Fernandes scored to force penalties. "We've played two times 120 minutes in six days and, of course, this will leave a mark on you", Modric said. The match had ended 2-2 after extra-time after Mario Fernandes' late equalizer for Sbornaya.

'I was shaking through the emotion' of Silverstone pole - Hamilton

July 08, 2018

I was shaking through the emotion, through the adrenaline rush was way above the limit that I had experienced before, which is kind of insane for my 76th. Hamilton, who is chasing a fifth successive home win, saw his lead in the Drivers Championship vanish in Austria last weekend after a series of mishaps.

Caroline doesn't feel less pressure after Slam breakthrough, says Piotr Wozniacki

July 08, 2018

After the match, though, Wozniacki denied that the flying bugs had any impact in her loss, CNN reported. And one of the tournament's favorites, Wozniacki, learned it the hard way, as she was visibly irritated by the bugs during her second-round match against Russia's Ekaterina Makarova .

Below-par Brazil star still makes Tite happy

July 08, 2018

They have good players in all department led by the brilliance of EdHazardard and Kevin De Bryune with an experienced defensive backing. The places seven to 12 are filled with six stars, who have all reached 33.3km/h, with one Brazilian , though not Neymar or Willan, among them.

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