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Arsenal Legend Thierry Henry Faces The Sack At Monaco

January 25, 2019

Henry was only appointed in October 2018 after the departure of his predecessor, Leonardo Jardim - who now looks set to make a shock return to the club. Thierry Henry is one of if not the most feared striker in Premier League history, with the former Arsenal hitman bagging 174 goals in 254 games.

Raptors forward Kawhi Leonard named a starter in National Basketball Association all-star game

January 25, 2019

Golden State's Stephen Curry and Houston's James Harden earned the guard spots in West balloting, with the Lakers' LeBron James , the Warriors' Kevin Durant and Oklahoma City's Paul George filling the frontcourt spots. And Hornets guard Kemba Walker is about to make his first All-Star start, on his home floor in Charlotte. "I'm a lover, not a fighter", Antetokounmpo said.

Kohli named captain of ICC's Test, ODI teams of the year

January 23, 2019

In reply, India started off slowly, with Rohit Sharma falling to Peter Siddle and Marcus Stoinis then sending back Shikhar Dhawan to reduce them to 59/2. He added they're representing the country at the highest level and that has its importance. MS Dhoni was the player of the series and this drew praise from the Indian captain , who said that no one as devoted to Indian cricket as the former skipper.

Chiefs rumors: Steve Spagnuolo is frontrunner to replace Bob Sutton

January 23, 2019

The 59-year-old Spagnuolo worked with Kansas City head coach Andy Reid in Philadelphia during his time with the Eagles from 1999-2006. His brother and Bills defensive coordinator, Rob Ryan , was also fired by the team. -The Chiefs did the one thing they needed to do and that is get a fresh face for the defense. The Chiefs ranked No. 28 in yards allowed in 2017 and No.

Emery gives Monchi ringing endorsement amid Arsenal sporting director links

January 23, 2019

Whilst Barcelona are gunning on all fronts, they're naturally eyeing up success in the Champions League and hoping to lure the title away from fierce rivals Real Madrid who have won it an impressive three times on the bounce. Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin will miss the remainder of the season after scans confirmed he has suffered an anterior cruciate ligament rupture, the club have said.

Sarfraz Ahmed apologises for controversial on-field taunt

January 23, 2019

With Phehlukwayo at the crease, Sarfraz was heard saying: "Abey kaale, teri ammi aaj kahaan baitheen hain?" Pakistani cricket captain Sarfraz Ahmed arrives for a practice session at the Sheikh Zayed International Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi on 1 December 2018.

Alex Cora promises even more special season ahead for Red Sox

January 23, 2019

We went when President (George) Bush honored the team, we went when President (Barack) Obama honored the team, and we look at it as a way to celebrate what the team accomplished. It's a topic that back home is huge. Dombrowski said the team has candidates at closer in Ryan Brasier , Matt Barnes and even Steven Wright , and added that he could not say right now whether the Sox will go outside for a closer.

De Jong Joins Barcelona From Ajax For $85M

January 23, 2019

All three clubs have been competing to sign De Jong , who is considered one of the brightest young talents in Europe, but reports last week claimed that Paris Saint-Germain were on the verge of completing a deal and were confident that the midfielder would reject rival offers.

Escape artist Nishikori beats Carreno Busta to reach quarters

January 23, 2019

Nishikori warmed up for the Australian Open by winning the title at Brisbane and has now reached the quarter-finals for the fourth time in Melbourne without ever going further. No. 7 seed Nishikori hit the ball anyway, which made it past Carreno Busta. There was a lot of drama towards the end of the match. The chair umpire awarded a point to Nishikori in the 5th set tiebreak when the Japanese was 5-8 down.

Novak Djokovic through in Australian Open after beating Daniil Medvedev

January 23, 2019

Because before, when he was young, I was just watching on TV but it was just something insane when he was playing Andy (Murray) or somebody for five hours and you couldn't see one down (level), it was only up. Although there was a suspicion Medvedev was putting up little fight to preserve energy for a push in the fourth, it proved to be the key to Djokovic's victory as he maintained the momentum that had swung his way.

Beirne and Henderson injury blows for Ireland ahead of opener

January 23, 2019

Connacht's Quinn Roux has been drafted in as a result. It's after Andrew Conway picked up a knock against Exeter at the weekend that will keep him sidelined from training this week. Fullback Rob Kearney and prop Jack McGrath will remain with Leinster in order to gain game-time in the PRO14 against the Scarlets on Friday. Henderson had just recovered from injury to take his place in the Ulster team that played Leicester Tigers at Welford Road last Saturday.

Danielle Collins v Angelique Kerber Winner Odds & Predictions

January 23, 2019

Kerber will now face American Danielle Collins in the fourth round after her upset win against Caroline Garcia . Kerber committed five double faults and failed to win a single point on her second serve in the set, while Collins smashed 13 winners to two.

Serena walks out at Aussie Open, then walks back in

January 23, 2019

Looking increasingly frustrated, Williams would yell at herself after mistakes or gesture as if to say, "That's NOT how I should be hitting the ball!" "She got a little bit shaky in the end, " Pliskova said. That was compounded by her appearing to turn her ankle in the process, with a double fault and unforced backhand error giving Pliskova the break - and a glimpse of hope.

Kansas City Chiefs fire defensive coordinator Sutton after AFC Championship game loss

January 23, 2019

The NFL reportedly is investigating after a Kansas City television station noticed multiple incidents of a laser pointer being directed toward New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady during the AFC championship on Sunday night. Top cornerback Kendall Fuller missed a game with a broken hand. A green beam was seen cast on to Brady's face just a play before he threw an interception to Chiefs' safety Daniel Sorensen.

Osaka tops Svitolina for 1st Australian semi; Serena next?

January 23, 2019

Williams was serving for the match at 5-1 in the third when she was called for a foot-fault, and then appeared to roll her left ankle during a point. She has complained throughout the tournament that she was making too many mistakes and 19 unforced errors to Svitolina's seven in the first set kept the Ukrainian in the match.

Bayern Munich up contract offer to Chelsea whiz Hudson-Odoi

January 23, 2019

Callum Hudson-Odoi has been hailed as an "outstanding talent" by former Germany star Michael Ballack. "You see the amount of patience a young player gets from the crowd". The Blues want Hudson-Odoi, who has made nine appearances this season and scored once, to extend his current deal, which expires in June 2020. If Chelsea won't let him move this January, he would be expected to hold out until the summer without signing a contract, when a move to Bayern would be more likely.

Brendan Rodgers confident he can get the best out of Oliver Burke

January 23, 2019

The Hoops cruised to a 3-0 win when they returned to action for the first time since the mid-season break against Airdrieonians in a Scottish Cup tie at Parkhead on Saturday. Hearts first-team coach Jon Daly hopes drawing Auchinleck Talbot can act as a portent for what happened the last time they played the Ayrshire junior outfit in the Scottish Cup .

Raonic Sweeps Aside Angry Zverev To Reach Australian Open Quarters

January 23, 2019

Raonic has been in a Wimbledon final. Raonic's Wimbledon accomplishments also include a semi-final appearance in 2014 and a quarter-finals appearance in both 2017 and 2018. "Hopefully I can make that count". "In order for me to stay out there, I had to play a little like I knew I could", said Williams, who is seeded 16th on account of all the time she took away from tennis while becoming a mother.

Miller Park rebranding with American Family Insurance

January 23, 2019

According to Matzek, information was sent to Miller Coors explaining that the naming rights are coming to an end for Miller Park . The naming rights of the stadium that is home to the Colorado Rockies "beer rivals" will instead be sold to American Family Insurance beginning with the 2021 season.

Confident Collins authors Kerber stunner Down Under

January 23, 2019

Collins is little known after playing much of her tennis in the USA college system and was making her debut in the main draw at Melbourne Park . The World No.35 broke the 2016 Australian Open champion to love in the first game of the match, setting the tone early in a 20-minute opening set bagel where she hit 13 winners to just five unforced errors.

Chelsea flop Alvaro Morata joins Atletico Madrid

January 23, 2019

But Hazard insisted his future is in no way influenced by Zidane's next career move, adding: "If he goes to Manchester tomorrow, for instance, I will not be going there". Coutinho, 26, has made 27 appearances for Barcelona this season, scoring 6 goals and assisting in 5 more. The Chelsea player signed his contract on Saturday and will be wearing a rojiblanco shirt in the coming days, according to the claims.

Phil Mickelson keeps hold of two-shot lead at Desert Classic

January 23, 2019

I get that he didn't feel confident coming down the stretch because he didn't put in the hours that give people like Mickelson confidence, but the reality is that his swing held up. "... It seemed to play out OK and I gave myself a lot of good chances". The 48-year-old Mickelson was making his first tour start since the Safeway and first competitive appearance since beating Tiger Woods in Las Vegas in November in a made-for-TV event.

Ko Ji Share Lead after Third Round of Diamond Resorts TOC

January 23, 2019

Ji finished at 14-under 270 to win by two over countrywoman Mirim Lee, who made only one bogey in her round of 68, with Nelly Korda (71) third at 11 under. Lewis tied for sixth in her first start since July, saying she was pleased not only with her game, but how well things went off the course balancing travel with an infant.

Darren McFadden Arrested For DWI At Whataburger Drive-Thru

January 22, 2019

USATSI Collin County court records show the 31-year-old was charged with driving while intoxicated and resisting arrest after being found early Monday at a Whataburger in McKinney. Given the starting job at midseason in 2015, he rushed for almost 1,100 yards in just 10 starts. McFadden signed a two-year contract with the Cowboys prior to the 2015 season and played in all 16 games that year.

India Tour of New Zealand 1st ODI broadcast channels list

January 22, 2019

He also scored 211 runs in 10 T20Is. The Indian skipper first came under light when he led the Indian side to win at the the Under-19 World Cup in Malaysia in 2008. Three India players made it to the ICC Test team of 2018 while four were included in the ODI Team where Kohli and Bumrah made it to both teams.

Kyler Murray, Oklahoma Sooners QB, enters National Football League draft

January 22, 2019

Last year, Murray was the ninth overall pick of the MLB draft, signing for the Oakland A's baseball team, (of "Moneyball" fame, amongst other accolades) with a $4.66m (£3.63m) signing-on bonus. If that happens, sending Rosen to a team such as the Patriots, where he can learn even more under the guidance of Bill Belichick and Tom Brady might be the most logical move if the Patriots are interested.

Zion Williamson on potentially sitting out: 'I came to Duke to play'

January 22, 2019

Indeed, nothing - from the atmosphere, to the No. 1 ranking for Duke in the AP poll, to the No. 1 ranking for the Cavaliers in the USA Today coaches poll, to the UMBC chants, to the intensity with which Mike Krzyzewski reacted to each play - felt like a regular season game on Saturday.

Bristol City owner wants Leeds to lose points for spying

January 22, 2019

While Leeds do not appear to have actually broken any rules, Bielsa's actions have upset many clubs. Bielsa is being investigated by football authorities for sending a member of his club's staff to spy on Derby County in its training session ahead of a match against Leeds in the second-tier League Championship last week.

Krunal Pandya hands over blank cheque to former cricketer Martin Jacob

January 22, 2019

He is now on a ventilator in a Vadodara hospital. "Due to an emergency, may I request you to kindly deposit in the bank account of Sterling Hospital". Zaheer Khan , Irfan Pathan , Yusuf Pathan and Munaf Patel have also come forward to help Martin's family. BCCI has released Rs 5 lakh from its Benevolent Fund while BCA has given Rs 3 lakh to help the Martin family with the hospital bills.

Fears that Cardiff City’s Emiliano Sala was on missing plane

January 22, 2019

A coastguard spokeswoman said: "HM Coastguard is now assisting Guernsey Coastguard with a search for a light aircraft missing off Alderney in the Channel Islands, in their search and rescue area". Sala, who has scored 12 goals for Nantes this season, was set to train with Cardiff for the first time on Tuesday morning and expected to make his debut against Arsenal next week.

Auburn Basketball: 2018-19 keys to beating Kentucky at home

January 22, 2019

Herro grabbed the lead back from the line, then Harper held onto the ball for what he hoped would be a game-winner. "I think Ashton is a great defender that will get into him and not allow him to come in transition and knock down 3s". The 5-foot-11 sophomore is averaging 18.7 points and nine assists in SEC competition and his dazzling passes are providing a reminder of why the Tigers were highly-regarded during the preseason.

Cristiano Ronaldo will likely avoid jail in guilty plea for tax evasion

January 22, 2019

His court appearance lasted about 15 minutes as the five-times world footballer of the year only needed to sign off on the previously settled agreement. The accusations didn't involve his salary from Real Madrid , his club from 2009 until joining Italian champion Juventus a year ago. It is said that the prosecutors' office was pursuing a fine of €5.7m, which Ronaldo had apparently paid, with a further interest of €1m, which makes up part of a total amount that was agreed in the ...

MLB Rumors: Yankees Trade Sonny Gray To Reds In Three-Team Deal

January 22, 2019

The extension is exected to be for three years and $30.5 million on top of the $7.5 million salary for the upcoming year and $12 million club option for 2023. That and Long's advanced development made him all the more attractive to Mariners general manager Jerry Dipoto. As for market impact, I think you have to absolutely assume this takes the Reds out of any Corey Kluber or Trevor Bauer trade talks, to the extent that's still out there, but it might push teams like the Padres and Brewers, ...

Virat Kohli sweeps all three top ICC awards

January 22, 2019

He also scored 1202 runs in 14 ODI at an average of 133.55 with 6 tons. India fought back from one down in the three-match ODI series with Australia to win the remaining two matches and pick up a superb series win that will give them big confidence coming into this clash with New Zealand .

Arsenal striker Aubameyang: Lacazette and I better together

January 22, 2019

The Chelsea manager took his seat and, instead of the usual pause before the opening question, announced that he would be speaking in his native Italian. "Why not? Sincerely, I hope so because when you have a striker like Alex near to you then he's really good to play with". It has been a hard period of late for the Germany and Mourinho believes that he is a player who has to be treated a little differently.

Australian Open: Barty fired up for Kvitova re-match

January 22, 2019

Reporter: Did it affect you, though? "What do you want me to say to that question?" And I didn't do enough with that ball. Barty has been troubling rivals with her slice backhand and unconventional style, which she describes as her own.

Rockets trade Carmelo Anthony to Chicago Bulls

January 22, 2019

According to Wojnarowski, the Lakers maintain interest in Anthony, but do not want to waive a guaranteed player to create a roster spot for him. As for the Bulls, the influx of cash in this trade is the prize, as the money can go towards paying off former head coach Fred Hoiberg's remaining contract.

Patriots, Rams to play in Super Bowl LIII

January 22, 2019

However, upon watching the replay, it shows Robey-Coleman interfering with Lewis before he had the chance to catch the ball, and that there was helmet-to-helmet contact on a defenseless receiver. A trip to the Super Bowl in just their third season back home is an awfully good way to send that process into warp speed. It was another bitter end for the Saints, who lost the previous season in the divisional round on the "Minnesota Miracle" - the Vikings' long touchdown pass on the final play of ...

Yankees Nearing Deal To Trade Sonny Gray

January 22, 2019

Gray went 15-16 in 41 games, including 34 starts, since the Yankees acquired him at the 2017 trade deadline. Gray's home and away splits last season are staggering. Looking deeper at FanGraphs, the answer is yes. Long, 23, was ranked as the sixth best prospect in the Reds organization by both Baseball America and MLB Pipeline.

Blown call, Zuerlein’s 57-yard FG send Rams to Super Bowl

January 22, 2019

Many thought the referees should have called pass interference on the play but the officials didn't make the call. It's the call everyone is talking about Monday morning; quarterback Drew Brees threw a pass to wide receiver Tommylee Lewis and Rams defensive back Nickell Robey-Coleman hit Lewis, making it impossible for him so catch the ball.

Roger Federer stunned by Stefanos Tsitsipas at Australian Open

January 22, 2019

As for the match, played in a febrile atmosphere both at Rod Laver Arena and within Melbourne Park at large, Federer conceded that Tsitsipas had earned the victory. Now, all of a sudden, the future of tennis looks bright. He has an all-court game and one of the most striking things was his comfort at the net, where he won 48 points.

Man City boss Guardiola 'demands more' after Huddersfield stroll

January 22, 2019

Whatever manager Pep Guardiola had to say to his side at half-time spurred his side on after the break and Raheem Sterling headed in a cross - arguably offside - by Leroy Sane , to double the goal tally in the 54th minute. And he believes every game improves his match fitness. It was a poor advert for the Premier League with Huddersfield , who look nearly certain to get relegated and who parted company with manager David Wagner this week , offering next to nothing as an attacking force.

Eagles players defend Carson Wentz after scathing report on QB’s ‘selfish’ ways

January 22, 2019

There is no secret to how different the Eagles seem to play as a collective unit whenever Nick Foles takes the reigns as starting quarterback. The one player Wentz has the most interaction with, Kelce, offered the strongest rebuttal yet, telling The Morning Call , that Carson is an "incredible teammate", and someone he'd "go to war with".

Sharapova crashes out of Australian Open

January 22, 2019

Barty said: "It's wonderful ... yesterday playing in Rod Laver was spine-tingling, really". "She's pretty chilled out, very easy-going, easy to hang around with". Next up for Barty is two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova - a rematch of the Sydney International final. "It's unbelievable that it's happened in Australia and is happening in Australia".

Russell Westbrook goes after Joel Embiid after hard foul

January 22, 2019

George's clutch shot capped a wild finish that included another memorable moment in the rivalry between Westbrook and Embiid. As we suggested, using Jonah Bolden as Joel Embiid's backup appears to be effectively concealing the flaws of the Sixers' subpar perimeter defense off the bench, though Bolden will at some stage need to eradicate his habit of committing bad fouls.

Kevin-Prince Boateng set for shock Barcelona move

January 21, 2019

Don't ask me about Real Madrid is just the past", he said. The Catalan giants have been on the hunt for attacking reinforcements after Munir El Haddadi completed a move to Sevilla this January. Born in Germany, the half-brother of Bayern Munich defender Jerome Boateng moved back to Serie A previous year after helping Eintracht Frankfurt win the German Cup.

Cardinals' Yadier Molina calls Cubs' Kris Bryant 'stupid player and loser'

January 21, 2019

Needless to say, Cardinals fans have been no more receptive. In a statement made to Yahoo Sports' Tim Brown , Lozano speaks about front office personnel "intentionally misleading them [writers] to try and affect negotiations through the public or are just flat out lying to them for other reasons".

Chiefs Scheduled to Play Chargers in Mexico City Next Season

January 21, 2019

The complete list of global games includes four new games in London as their Euro-expansion continues over the years. It will bring the total number of National Football League teams to have played in the United Kingdom to 31 in 28 games by the end of the 2019 season.

Angry Zverev bows out to clinical Canadian Raonic

January 21, 2019

Trailing Milos Raonic by a set and 4-1, the fourth-ranked German took out his frustration while at his chair by slamming his racket to the court eight times before casting it aside. 1 Simona Halep 6-1, 4-6, 6-4 to progress to the quarterfinals. "For me, it's about being sharp, moving well, and being efficient with my serve and this kind of thing".

Shane Lowry finishes strong to win Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship

January 21, 2019

With Lowry claiming another birdie on the final hole for a 71, he won by a single shot. If only it were that simple. A bogey by Lowry on the 11th hole gave Sterne a four-shot advantage, but the burly Irishman bounced right back with back-to-back birdies on the 12th and 13th holes.

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