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Pollard stars as South Africa win Rugby Championship

August 12, 2019

A life long Manchester United and South Africa sports fan, he has been in love with sport since his first kick of a ball and tries to be a part of any sport in any way he can! Santiago Cordero gave Argentina the lead with a second-minute try before Mbongeni Mbonambi went over in the 13th minute for South Africa .

Rashford grabs brace as United put four past Lampard's Chelsea

August 12, 2019

We were clearly the better team for 45 or even 60 minutes but we made individual errors that led to four goals from five shots. "Coming into half-time we were a bit lucky". "I can't drag people out of the medical room, whether they're experienced or not", said Lampard after his first competitive game as Chelsea boss. "There's a reality check for us all".

Van Dijk backs Adrian to cover for injured Alisson

August 12, 2019

Liverpool FC will take on Chelsea FC in the Uefa Super Cup in Istanbul on Wednesday night before the Reds take on Southampton in their next Premier League fixture on Saturday 15 August. Adrian was unable to keep a clean sheet in his first appearance for Liverpool , as Teemu Pukki managed to grab a goal for the Canaries early in the second half.

Springboks celebrate winning Rugby Championship for first time after dismantling Pumas

August 12, 2019

Fly-half Pollard notched two tries and kicked three conversions and five penalties in a bonus-point victory for South Africa , who led 24-13 at half-time. The opening half then became a goal-kicking battle between playmakers Pollard and Sanchez with the South Africa kicking three penalties and converting his try in the final minute of the half.

Liverpool's Van Dijk backs Adrian to cover for injured Alisson

August 12, 2019

Liverpool, who were beaten by City in the Community Shield last weekend, commenced their Premier League campaign with a 4-1 victory against Norwich at Anfield. Youngster Caoimhin Kelleher is only just returning to action after sustaining a hand injury. After Alisson Becker limped out of Liverpool's opening Premier League game of the season with a calf injury, new signing Adrian looks set to make a high profile debut for the club in next Wednesday's UEFA Super Cup clash against ...

Prime Minister slams Cricket Australia's 'mystifying' transgender policy

August 12, 2019

Prime Minister Scott Morrison during question time in the House of Representatives at Parliament House on July 4, 2019 in Canberra, Australia . "Our dedication to a fair and inclusive sport across worldwide and domestic competitions sees the policy strike a balance between the opportunity to participate and ensuring fair competition".

'Complete and utter you-know-what', DeChambeau hits back at slow play critics

August 12, 2019

Fellow PGA Tour players were among those weighing in after a video showed DeChambeau taking more than two minutes to make a putt. Koepka has been outspoken about slow play for the last few months, taking his complaints public after several slow rounds, including most recently at The Open when he called out J.B.

Daniil Medvedev Destroys Dominic Thiem to Reach Semifinals of Montreal Open 2019

August 12, 2019

Khachanov and Medvedev are 1-1 in their rivalry, having played each other in Moscow last season and in 2017 at the NextGen final in Milan. The match will be hard. Thiem will rest before next week's Cincinnati Masters, the last major tune-up before the U.S. Open starts on Aug 26. The Austrian hit only four winners against thirteen unforced errors.

Five-star freshman Alabama RB expected to miss season

August 12, 2019

By all accounts, the 6-foot and 214-pound Sanders had been impressing during the first week of preseason camp while working with the first- and second-team offense, usually as either the third or fourth running back in the rotation. As of now, Brian Robinson looks to be Harris' top backup. His role will grow considerably this season. "Probably the guy that is most concerning that they have to do some research on (from the scrimmage) is Josh McMillon", Saban said.

England replace Moeen Ali with Jack Leach for second Ashes Test

August 12, 2019

His second-innings bowling display was particularly concerning, with Moeen offering neither control nor persistent wicket-taking on a wearing pitch favouring spinners and even bowling a couple of head-high beamers. "There has been a focus on his supposed weakness against left-arm spin", he said. England will be without Anderson, with Jofra Archer set to replace the Ashes veteran in the England XI and make his Test debut - a month after bowling the Super Over in the World Cup final win over ...

Everton manager praises ‘fantastic’ Alex Iwobi

August 12, 2019

Everton added another key piece to its Top Six hunt with the addition of Nigerian winger Alex Iwobi from Arsenal. "In this moment our squad is deeper than last season". It was not just our club that had an interest in Zaha. It is understood that Zaha has been left furious by the decision, with the player disappointed that the south London club are blocking the transfer despite having agreed last summer to accept any "reasonable offers" they received.

Windies pick spinner Cornwall for India

August 12, 2019

Virat Kohli produced yet another masterclass in one-day worldwide cricket when he slammed his 42nd ODI hundred against the West Indies in Port of Spain on Sunday. The 30-year-old is now only behind legendary Sachin Tendulkar, who has an astounding 18,426 runs to his name in the 50-over format. "We believe he can provide an attacking option to our bowling attack with his sharp turn and extra bounce".

Nadal to meet Medvedev for Montreal title after Monfils injury

August 12, 2019

Young Russians Daniil Medvedev and Karen Khachanov , earmarked to be future Grand Slam winners, meet in the semi-finals of the ATP Masters 1000 in Montreal on Saturday, August 10. Both have had ups and downs already in their career and are working on reviving their year in time for the US Open . I was unfortunate in March, a little bit again in July.

Andy Murray to return to singles at Cincinnati Open

August 11, 2019

The 32-year-old three-time Grand Slam champion has not played singles since losing in the Australian Open first round in January to Spain's Roberto Bautista Agut , after which he had hip resurfacing surgery in a bid to salvage his career.

Four Things We Learned from Day 6 of the Rogers Cup

August 11, 2019

Andreescu, who has dealt with several injury setbacks in her young career, looked to be in trouble when she gingerly returned to the court from a medical timeout late in the second set with her right thigh heavily taped and her movement hampered.

Blue Jays refuse to fold vs. Yankees

August 11, 2019

Dustin Garneau drove in two runs with a double in a five-run eighth inning as the A's pulled away. That set the stage for Law. The Yankees lost for the first time in 12 games this season when using an opener, with starter Chad Green pitching a scoreless inning.

Niners DE Bosa, CB Verrett to get MRIs on ankles

August 11, 2019

Although initial reports indicated that it was only a mild ankle sprain, it appears the injury could be a bit more significant than expected. Injuries are unfortunately the norm for him. "It's a significant ankle sprain and there's that dreaded high ankle sprain - he doesn't have a full-blown one - but it has some components of that", Lynch said.

Pep Guardiola Eyes Immediate Improvement Despite Five-Star Display at West Ham

August 11, 2019

The Belgian charged forward and fed the marauding Sterling to his left by giving the England global the simplest of chances to open his account for the season. "In the first half we were sloppy in our passes, we were not precise". "We didn't have the rhythm but that is normal in the first game". "We came out in the second half with a high tempo, pressed well", said Kane.

Tebow done for season with cut hand

August 11, 2019

The 2007 Heisman Trophy victor at Florida, Tebow appeared in 35 National Football League games with the Denver Broncos (2010-11) and New York Jets (2012) and passed for 2,422 yards, 17 touchdowns and nine interceptions. Those talks were quickly squashed after Tebow got off to a slow start. What's next for Tim Tebow? Though even with a good season, Tebow's Major League Baseball chances took a hit thanks to the Mets' recent surge into the postseason picture .

Barrett sees red for All Blacks in Australia Test

August 11, 2019

The hulking lock was given his marching orders by referee Jerome Garces shortly before the end of the first half, after he was deemed to have shoulder charged Wallabies star Michael Hooper in the back of the head and neck. "At the same time, I'm extremely proud of the way they hung in". "And Australia wanted to play footy, they wanted to play fast". The win opens the door for the Australians to bring home the Bledisloe Cup after 17 years away, but to do so they must crack their first win ...

Game 116: Royals at Red Sox lineups and notes

August 10, 2019

Ryan O'Hearn also homered for Kansas City, which had lost eight in a row to the Red Sox - its longest slump ever against Boston. Our bullpen basically has been fine", Dombrowski said on NESN's 'Red Sox First Pitch .' "And late in the game, Workman did a good job yesterday closing the game, Eovaldi gave up the home run, Barnes, I think is a little bit exhausted probably right now after the number of pitches he had thrown, but all-in-all he has pitched very well for us all year.

Senegal star Ismaila Sarr completes club-record switch to

August 10, 2019

The 21-year-old has 18 goals from 77 matches in total for Rennes, whom he joined after one season with French club Metz, where he scored five goals in 33 games. Moreover, the Senegal worldwide helped his team finish on the second spot in the AFCON.Sarr played 77 times over two years at Roazhon Park, scoring 18 goals.

Andy Carroll confirms Newcastle return with three word message on Twitter

August 10, 2019

Former England striker Andy Carroll has rejoined his boyhood club Newcastle United , eight and a half years after leaving them to join Liverpool in a then British record transfer. Those wounds have been re-opened in recent months following Rafael Benitez's departure as manager, and replacement Bruce faces a battle to persuade supporters there is cause for hope with some planning to boycott Sunday's opening fixture against Arsenal.

Colin Kaepernick Posts Workout Video Saying He's Working Towards NFL Return

August 10, 2019

In February , he settled a collusion grievance with the NFL. And while it was not one of the brightest moments, this has not stopped him from keeping himself in shape. Kaepernick led the 49ers to consecutive NFC championship games in 2012-2013 and was 4-2 in the playoffs. After that, it has been a rollercoaster ride for the 6-foot-4 quarterback - yet another point to be considered by teams in need of another quarterback.

Neymar left out of season opening squad for PSG

August 10, 2019

The Brazilian was dropped from the squad for PSG's Ligue 1 opener against Nimes, with sporting director Leonardo confirming talks with an unnamed club have progressed further than before. "I don't want to talk about James today", Ancelotti stated. "Discussions are more advanced than before, but that does not mean that there is an agreement".

Wilfried Zaha Told To Expect Fans' Backlash Against Everton

August 10, 2019

Personally, I will wish Iwobi the very best of luck and hope it works out for him at Goodison Park, he never moaned, he accepted whatever role he was ever asked to play, even when out of position and he did try his best whenever he put on the Arsenal shirt.

Philippe Coutinho WILL NOT return to Premier League this summer

August 10, 2019

Speaking following a pre-season game against Napoli, Valverde said , "we do not know what will happen, but Philippe is a player who is with us". We'll see if he plays a few minutes on Saturday. Sky Sports reported earlier this week that Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino had called the Brazilian to try and convince him to join the London club.

Tiger Withdraws From Northern Trust

August 10, 2019

Woods withdrew three days prior to the start of the Arnold Palmer Invitational in March with a neck strain, but this is the first time since the 2017 Dubai Desert Classic on the European Tour that he has withdrawn during an event. "But unfortunately I'm still unable to compete". "I've said in the past, years ago, he just would have continued to play through all of this". Hideki Matsuyama (No.

Serena Williams advances to Rogers Cup semifinals

August 10, 2019

Williams will next face qualifier Marie Bouzkova, who advanced when Wimbledon champion and holder Simona Halep retired from their match with a left Achilles problem after dropping the first set 6-4. Many fails hailed it as the best match that Williams has played in her comeback. "I'd say more or less tennis grandma", Williams said about herself after the straight sets win against Osaka.

Barty upset at Rogers Cup, could lose No. 1 ranking

August 10, 2019

Barty fell to Sofia Kenin 6-7 (5-7) 6-3 6-4 in Toronto in just under two hours on Tuesday, marking the American's first victory over a top-five WTA player. When is the US Open? Stephens will now try to regroup with the US Open fast approaching, as will Barty - who insisted after her defeat "it's not panic stations".

Giants DFA 2B Panik in wake of Gennett trade

August 10, 2019

I am forever grateful for the Giants taking the chance on me and allowing me to live out my life long dream. The native New Yorker and St. John's product is hitting.235/.310/.317 with three home runs and 27 RBIs in 103 games. Farhan Zaidi, the team's president of baseball operations, called Panik "a winning ballplayer", and one of his personal favorites. Panik was a first-round selection of the Giants in 2011, and batted.305 as a rookie in 2014.

Serena Williams, Rafael Nadal Advance to Rogers Cup Quarterfinals

August 10, 2019

For a guy who doesn't like to play in the wind, Rafael Nadal sure made a good impersonation of someone who prefers a gust here and there during his record-breaking performance on Thursday. Rafael Nadal and Fabio Fognini meet in the quarterfinals of the 2019 tennis Rogers Cup . In the other quarter-final, Gael Monfils will play Roberto Bautista Agut after they defeated Hubert Hurkacz and Richard Gasquet respectively in straight sets.

Rain plays spoilsport as Gayle misses history bid against India

August 10, 2019

The Indian cricket team faced off against the West Indies in the first of three ODI matches. Wet patches on the field earlier in the day had delayed the game's restart, and in anticipation of the ground not being ready by 4pm - the cut-off time for a 20-over-a-side shootout - umpires Nigel Duguid and Adrian Holdstock called off the match.

American Kenin sweeps past Svitolina for women's last four at Rogers Cup

August 10, 2019

Instead, the home-nation heroine advanced to a Saturday matchup against American Sofia Kenin , who defeated Ukraine sixth seed Elina Svitolina 7-6 (7/2), 6-4. Kenin got 73 percent of her first serves in play and saved nine of her 11 break points. Pliskova beat Kontaveit in two sets after taking three against American Alison Riske on Wednesday.

Reds dominate UEFA Champions League awards shortlists with five nominees

August 10, 2019

The Defender of the Year will be picked from Trent Alexander-Arnold ( Liverpool ), Virgil van Dijk ( Liverpool ) and Matthijs de Ligt (Ajax/Juventus). Midfielders: Frenkie de Jong ( Ajax , now Barcelona), Christian Eriksen (Tottenham), Jordan Henderson ( Liverpool ). UEFA has published the list of players voted for in each position here.

Durant -- Warriors not to blame for Achilles injury

August 10, 2019

The now-Brooklyn Nets star opened up about the events leading up to the ruptured Achilles he suffered in the first half of Game 5. Kevin Durant spoke to the media for the first time in almost two months as he sat down with Chris Haynes of Yahoo! Durant had 11 points in just 12 minutes before leaving the game with an Achilles injury.

Trump on Kaepernick NFL comeback: 'Only if he's good enough'

August 10, 2019

That case was resolved earlier this year . Kaepernick also signed a deal with Nike last summer in which he received his own branded clothing. Trump, who famously criticized Kaepernick for his decision to kneel during the national anthem to protest social injustice, implied that if the former signal-caller is good enough to play, he should be signed.

Antonio Brown Upset About His Helmet, Files Grievance With NFL

August 10, 2019

The helmet, which Brown wore during his time with the Pittsburgh Steelers is no longer NOCSAEW certified and that caused Brown to leave an OTA day in frustration after he asked for his old helmet and was told he couldn't have it. That's the only part of the Brown foot saga that is concrete thus far, because the timeline for his return from the injury itself sure isn't. Brown is considered arguably the best receiver in football, and has caught over 100 balls for over 1,000 yards in each of ...

Anthony Joshua vs. Andy Ruiz Jr. rematch official

August 10, 2019

The decision to take the fight to Saudi Arabia comes as a surprise. Ruiz, a huge underdog, overcame a third-round knockdown that night, dropped Joshua four times and won by seventh-round TKO to pull off boxing's biggest upset since Hasim Rahman knocked out Lennox Lewis in their April 2001 heavyweight title fight in South Africa.

5 veteran quarterbacks Eagles should consider after Nate Sudfeld injury

August 09, 2019

After Nick Foles departed for the Jacksonville Jaguars , the preseason was supposed to be Sudfeld's time to shine, and prove he does have what it takes to be the reliable backup quarterback Philadelphia needs behind Wentz. Sudfeld threw a 75-yard touchdown pass to Marken Michel and finished 10 of 18 for 177 yards. Isaiah Mack was penalized 15 yards for roughing the passer.

Miami Dolphins' Kenny Stills insists Stephen Ross criticism isn't political

August 09, 2019

I don't have any hard feelings toward him. The 27-year-old Stills, a New Orleans Saints draft pick in 2013 who has been with the Dolphins since 2015, said he was disappointed but not surprised to learn Ross' decision to raise money for Trump.

Transfer Deadline day: Real Madrid battle Barcelona, begin Neymar talk

August 09, 2019

Problems in and away from football have affected the 27-year-old since winning a second Ligue 1 title in April. Neymar vehemently denied the allegation and judge Ana Paula Vieira de Moraes this week closed the case after investigators at a Sao Paulo police station and public prosecutors concluded there was insufficient evidence.

Carmelo Anthony Rejected From Team USA Over Fears of Being a 'Distraction'

August 09, 2019

In an interview with Sports Illustrated , USA Basketball Managing Director Jerry Colangelo said that Anthony expressed interest in playing but Team USA chose to go with another group. He was a very good worldwide player. I understand why the request was made. "I think that has to be done in the ( NBA )". He also was named the 2016 USA Basketball Co-Male Athlete of the Year.

Manuel Pellegrini stays strong at West Ham

August 09, 2019

Manchester City's Leroy Sane damaged the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee in City's Community Shield victory over Liverpool August 4, 2019, and will undergo surgery next week. The Citizens have won each of their last eight games against West Ham in all competitions. So will this game begin another season of domestic dominance by Manchester City? "The quality in his teams and the quality of the players up front, they've got many good players".

Kemba Walker, Team USA Unbothered by Superstar Departures: 'This is Our Chance'

August 09, 2019

The US team will then play the Czech Republic the day afterwards. "A year ago didn't finish how we wanted, so it makes guys hungry and excited for next season". "Right now, for me, I'm trying to grow as a player ... taking those precautions", Smart said, per Chris Forsberg of NBC Sports Boston . And given Irving's importance to the Celtics over the last two seasons, it's easy to assume or hope that Walker is going to be a plug and play replacement for Irving.

Ashes 2019: Harris points finger at Anderson over fitness call

August 09, 2019

England's World Cup hero Jofra Archer is set to make his Test debut at Lord's in the injury-enforced absence of Jimmy Anderson but, as Wednesday showed, it will be no like-for-like replacement. "No fitness test in between has him playing". Anderson apologised to his team-mates in the dressing room and has been ruled out of the second Test at Lord's which begins on August 14, but Gough has little sympathy for England's all-time leading wicket-taker.

Chelsea Accept Arsenal Bid for David Luiz

August 09, 2019

It came after he failed to train with Chelsea on Wednesday after a reported fallout with staff. This transfer definitely is a fan splitter, anyone looking on social media will see how divided the Arsenal faithful are. "A big, big part", he said. Brazil worldwide Luiz, who also won the Europa League (2013, 2019), spent two years at Paris St-Germain where he played under Arsenal manager Unai Emery after joining the French club in 2014 before returning to Stamford Bridge.

Ryder Cup golfer Thorbjorn Olesen charged with sexual assault

August 09, 2019

According to the Independent and the Sun, Olesen-a five-time European Tour victor and member of the 2018 Ryder Cup team-allegedly molested a woman who was asleep on a ride from Memphis to London . Police were waiting for the five-time European Tour victor when the aircraft landed at Heathrow. The European Tour has suspended Ryder Cup golfer Thorbjorn Olesen pending the investigation into his arrest on charges of being drunk on an aircraft and assaulting a female passenger while ...

Duke Johnson traded by Browns: Did they get enough in return?

August 09, 2019

According to NFL.com , in return for Johnson the Browns will receive a conditional fourth-round pick in the 2020 draft that could become a third-round choice. Forget most of what you thought you knew about the Texans' running back situation. The key question though, with Johnson now aboard, is how long Miller will remain in the fold.

'God help Indian cricket', say Ganguly, Harbhajan on conflict of interest notice

August 09, 2019

To say that Dravid's "interests are conflicted" and putting a question mark against his credibility will only end up in forcing him to deviate from the task at hand: help improve Indian cricket. But according to reports Dravid and India Cements had mutually chose to stall their association till the time the 46-year-old is the director of NCA.

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