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Juventus star Dybala tests positive for coronavirus

March 22, 2020

The 26-year-old Argentinian International is the third member of the Italian Serie A defending champions to have the virus, following the announcement that center-back Daniele Rugani and France World Cup victor Blaise Matuidi also tested positive.

Neymar left France because of The Coronavirus?

March 21, 2020

Thus, the Brazilians Neymar and Thiago Silva chose to leave Paris and spend the weeks of quarantine in Brazil until everything returns to normal and the clubs can return to work. Get the newest coronavirus information, details and figures from around the globe - plus important recommendation for you and your loved ones. Dutch defender Mitchel Bakker, 19, who has performed for PSG since final 12 months, additionally reportedly returned to the Netherlands to climate the pandemic.

Saints, Emmanuel Sanders agree to reported 2-year, $16M deal

March 21, 2020

New Orleans was expected to add new wideouts this offseason to address an area of need. Lining up out wide alongside Sanders will be Michael Thomas , who just set the single-season receptions record past year with 149. Sanders went on to have three consecutive 1,000-yard seasons with the Broncos and helped the team win Super Bowl 50 in 2015. The 33-year-old graduate of Southern Methodist University, Sanders spent four years playing for the Pittsburgh Steelers after they drafted him 82nd ...

Four Olympic Athletes Quarantined After Coronavirus Exposure

March 21, 2020

British discus thrower Jade Lally says the International Olympic Committee is being "insensitive" by insisting the Tokyo 2020 Games will go ahead as planned. With there now nearly 12,000 recorded COVID-19 deaths and more countries imposing strict travel restrictions and lockdown orders, it is hard for athletes to train.

National Basketball Association to pay players full salaries due April 1; uncertain after

March 21, 2020

Multiple NBA teams have been tested for COVID-19, an illness caused by a novel strain of the coronavirus , but the Timberwolves are not one of them, a team spokesperson said Thursday. "I'd say that based on what we're hearing and given the lack of testing that's available, my sense is that, especially in the NY area, that if you took nearly any random group of New Yorkers, that it'd be likely, increasingly likely, that there are gonna be some positive tests".

RB Gordon agrees to 2-year, $16M deal with Broncos

March 21, 2020

Gordon should be a nice fit with the Broncos, and it's clear he wanted to play for them. The free agent running back held out for four games during the 2019 season in hopes of getting a better contract, but the Chargers weren't biting. But there are questions about whether or not he actually turned down another team to sign in Denver. A first-round draft pick in 2015, Gordon rushed for 4,240 yards and scored 47 touchdowns in five seasons.

Tebas says Europe's leagues could be back playing by mid-May

March 21, 2020

LaLiga's chief is confident things can be wrapped up by the end of June, though he acknowledged around six weeks of competition would be required. The Premier League and three clubs from the ECA (European Club Association) make up the rest of the working party which is trying to decide how and when the games can be played based on various start dates.

Real Madrid's Jovic faces arrest if he breaks coronavirus isolation again

March 21, 2020

But Jovic is understood to be among a number of Serbian players playing overseas who have been criticised by the country's politicians for returning to the country in the last few days. When I landed in Serbia, I was once again tested and coronavirus negative. "It is very unfortunate for me that some people did their job unprofessionally and did not give me the correct instructions for how to behave in self-isolation.

Nets say they tested for COVID-19 after players, staff showed symptoms

March 21, 2020

Kevin Durant tested positive for coronavirus , Durant tells @TheAthleticNBA @Stadium . According to a team statement that was posted on their Instagram page on Tuesday (March 17), only one player has shown symptoms while the other three are asymptomatic.

Bruce Arians: Tom Brady will make everyone around him better

March 20, 2020

Brady replaces Jameis Winston as the Buccaneers' starting quarterback, with former National Football League first round draft pick Winston heading into free agency after five seasons with the Bucs. Gone is Patriots head coach Bill Bill Belichick and his tight control. The Buccaneers posted a 7-9 record in the 2019 season with former Hueytown High School standout Jameis Winston at quarterback.

Manchester United continues to pay staff despite season postponement

March 20, 2020

United further said that they have made the decision in order to reduce the financial uncertainity that might be faced by their casual workforce, and in recognition of the significant role they play in delivering services to supporters. He has partnered with FareShareUK and has been speaking to organisations about how to help ensure the most vulnerable children are reached. "No children should have to worry where their next meal is coming from", Rashford's instagram post read.

Dana White Challenges Doubters to Bet Against UFC 249 Happening

March 20, 2020

This had been a contingency plan for the promotion in regards to the latest cancelled events. "If you're a fan, if you're a media member, do you want to bet against me?" A show in Brazil last weekend was staged behind closed doors. "One thing I can tell you is that I have never backed down from fighting anyone, anywhere, and that holds true today". The only time the Irishman ventured into a boxing ring - as opposed to an octagon - the UFC star was knocked out in 10 rounds by Floyd ...

SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey Hasn't Ruled Out Spring Football Practice

March 20, 2020

A week ago, the Southeastern Conference's athletic directors and commissioner Greg Sankey met and chose to move forward with their plans to hold the men's basketball tournament in Nashville, with full fan attendance. The conference and its leaders will work diligently to ensure programs are given opportunities to be "adequately prepared" for the 2020-21 football season, he said.

Tom Brady Signs Contract with Buccaneers

March 20, 2020

As if it's not weird enough that Tom Brady is moving on from the New England Patriots after 20 years, owner Robert Kraft has a very awkward take on the divorce. turning the ball over", Arians said after the season, summing up why the Bucs, who scored a franchise-best 458 points in 2019, were unable to end their long playoff drought.

Paul Pogba's agent Mino Raiola promises Real Madrid 'great player'

March 20, 2020

It had been suggested that Manchester United's recent upturn in form had led the Frenchman to reconsider his future at the club, although a recent report indicated this is a ploy from himself and agent Mino Raiola . He has not been able to produce good performances so far this season playing only seven Premier League games before he got injured in December previous year.

Legendary footballer PK Banerjee passes away

March 20, 2020

A former East Bengal legend known for bicycle kicks recalled a game in the '70s when the team was trailing. Banerjee represented Eastern Railways throughout his career and had never played for Mohun Bagan and East Bengal. The larger-than-life character that he was in Indian football, it's hard to map PK's contribution in tangible terms. He retired as a player in 1967 after being laid low by recurring injuries.

Vanessa Bryant files to add infant daughter to Kobe's trust

March 20, 2020

So unbelievable, ' Vanessa, 39, wrote. So awesome. What a lovely tribute to my Gigi and Kobe . Kobe would never want to outshine our baby girl. Tagging the person you commissioned the tattoo and Butcher, the artist, she said 'This is really attractive'.

Pro Bowl safety, former Longhorn agrees to two-year deal with Patriots

March 20, 2020

Phillips posted an All-Pro year in 2018 - that season, he played in a career-high 16 games, and had nine passed defensed and a career-best 94 tackles. Moving outside of the potential special teams upgrade over Ebner, age is also working in Phillips' favor in a Phillips vs. Harmon debate, as Phillips is almost a year and a half younger than the Patriot-turned-Lion.

WHL cancels remainder of regular season amid COVID-19 pandemic

March 20, 2020

That means this year's four non-playoff teams are North Bay, Niagara, Sarnia and Sault Ste. The Oil Kings had played 64 of their 68 scheduled games and with the conclusion of the season, finished first in the WHL Central Division and Eastern Conference.

Tom Brady completes move to Tampa Bay Buccaneers

March 20, 2020

Clearly, Brady still has a lot left in the tank and hopes to make a deep run this upcoming season. Regardless of any additional roster moves, the signing of Tom Brady will have massive impacts on both the Buccaneers and the Patriots . go. For good measure, Brady, 42, included a picture of him signing his contract along with his social media post . Whoever ends up getting the job, though, won't just be tasked with replacing Tom Brady on the field, but with replicating the two-decade ...

Tom Brady Laid Out 3 'Conditions' For The Tampa Bay Buccaneers

March 20, 2020

Yeah, I believed I would win, but the other teams no way in heck they believed they could beat the Patriots with Tom Brady . On Wednesday, Albert Breer reported that Brady had a couple of "conditions" for his new contract. The three-time NFL MVP is expected to sign a deal worth roughly $30 million per season. While Tampa Bay will soon be able to focus on acquiring players looking to join the six-time Super Bowl victor, the team first needs to officially secure Brady's signature.

Raiders add another LB, agree with Cory Littleton on 3-year deal

March 20, 2020

Now, between Littleton and new addition Nick Kwiatkoski , they're in pretty good shape. Littleton was an unrestricted free agent for the first time in his career this offseason after sticking with the Rams previous year as a restricted free agent.

McAdam: Chris Sale to undergo Tommy John surgery

March 20, 2020

His timing, it turns out, has been less than ideal. The Boston Red Sox announced Thursday their ace will undergo ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction surgery ( Tommy John ) on his left elbow. However, after results were reviewed by both Andrews and Dr. Neal ElAttrache , the team expressed optimism that Sale would not need to undergo surgery, with both doctors suggesting rest and rehab.

Odion Ighalo’s agent breaks silence after Man United move

March 20, 2020

It was just done for me. The 29-year-old, who was part of the Atletico side that beat Liverpool 4-2 on aggregate last week to advance to the quarter-finals of the Champions League, said the Clarets was "the only club that I'd come back to England for".

Coronavirus: ATP and WTA Tours extend suspension until 7 June

March 20, 2020

Also covered by the suspension are the ATP Challenger Tour and ITF World Tennis Tour, as well as the ITF World Tennis Tour Juniors, the UNIQLO Wheelchair Tennis Tour, ITF Beach Tennis World Tour, and ITF Seniors Tour. US Open organisers are hoping the tournament can go ahead as scheduled in 2020 as they appeared to aim a dig at the French Open. The unilateral action by the French may have played a significant role in accomplishing exactly what Giudicelli said the French would not accept.

Vikings lose CB Mackensie Alexander to Bengals

March 20, 2020

Reader and Cowboys guard Xavier Su'a-Filo, officially become Bengals. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN.com, the Bengals are releasing guard John Miller . The cornerback allowed a 90.2 passer rating into his coverage in 2019. He was one of a few starters to play during the meaningless season finale against the Bears, doing so through a knee injury that required season-ending surgery after the game.

National Football League providing Game Pass for free to promote social distancing

March 20, 2020

League Pass and Game Pass are compatible with most mobile, tablet and over-the-top streaming devices. The free access is good through April 22. We've made it just more than a week without sports, after the NBA , NHL , and Major League Baseball announced they would suspend their seasons amid the new coronavirus outbreak.

The Celtics’ Marcus Smart says he has tested positive for coronavirus

March 20, 2020

Their statement did not clarify whether the positive tests were players or other team employees. The Denver Nuggets also announced that one unidentified member of their organization has tested positive. He said he has been asymptomatic and has been in isolation since being tested on Saturday. The team must now turn its attention to how it will move forward with the league's plans to resume the season this summer after the positive diagnosis, and how best to include Smart in those ...

Two LA Lakers Players Have Tested Positive For Coronavirus

March 20, 2020

It took about 10 seconds for the testing to be completed. The players were already on a 14-day self-quarantine. "Given the exposure risks from our game against the Nets on March 10th, we are following the next steps of our COVID-19 procedures and protocol that are established in consultation with various health officials, the National Basketball Association and our UCLA Health doctors", the Lakers said.

Patriots' Long-Time Special Teams Ace Set to Sign With Giants

March 20, 2020

The 6-foot, 215 pound Ebner played rugby for Team USA in the 2016 Olympics and recently became part-owner of Major League Rugby's New England Free Jacks, alongside Patrick Chung. Ebner has previously spent his entire eight-year career in New England. Ebner joined the Patriots as a sixth-round draft choice (No. 197 overall) in the 2012 NFL Draft, from Ohio State.

Canelo vs GGG 3 date targeted for September 2020

March 19, 2020

Billy Joe Saunders has "an agreement, quot; to fight Saul & # 39; Canelo & # 39; Alvarez and should get the super fight if boxing returns in the summer, promoter Eddie Hearn says". Per Pugmire, an extended postponement of Alvarez's presumed bout against Saunders might open the door for the 29-year-old to skip that fight altogether.

Los Angeles Rams release All-Pro running back Todd Gurley

March 19, 2020

ET. Gurley is a three-time 1,000-yard rusher and three-time Pro Bowl selection. He was also was named the NFL's Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2015 and a first-team All-Pro in 2017 and 2018. Instead of keeping one of their biggest stars as they move into new SoFi Stadium this season, the Rams let Gurley go. He made it through just two years of the deal.

Saints, Drew Brees Agree To Deal

March 19, 2020

Mark Heim is a sports reporter for The Alabama Media Group. Brees' 74.3% completion rate ranked second in National Football League history behind his record of 74.4% in 2018. The NFL's all-time leader in passing yards and touchdown passes was scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent on Wednesday. In this case, Brees agreed to a settlement that does not place it among the top 10 quarterbacks better paid jobs in the National Football League in terms of annual salary.

Saints Lose Out on Jamie Collins

March 19, 2020

The 6-foot-3, 255-pound Collins , whose speed and athleticism contributed to the Patriots' playing more four-linebacker packages in the regular season, helped coin the nickname "Boogeymen" for the team's defense. The 30-year-old began his career with the Patriots in 2013 before being traded to Cleveland midway through the 2016 season. On his Instagram account Tuesday, Collins thanked the Patriots and shared a slideshow of photo memories from his second stint.

MLB teams commit $30 million to support ballpark employees

March 19, 2020

Manfred said the owners were "motivated by desire to help some of the most valuable members of the baseball community". "The individual clubs will be announcing more details surrounding this support effort in their local communities". Specific details around the team-level donations are still being finalized, dependent in part on local regulations and collective bargaining agreements in some cases.

Former Ravens QB Joe Flacco released by Broncos

March 19, 2020

Flacco was set to earn $23.65 million against Denver's salary cap for the 2020 season; the Broncos free up $10.05 million by cutting him. The Broncos' offense looked completely inept with Flacco under center, though the veteran openly ripped the team's coaching staff after one loss .

Steelers To Sign FB Derek Watt

March 19, 2020

He'll join his brother, T.J. Derek, 27, was a sixth-round Bolts pick in 2016 and has played special teams as well in his National Football League career. The Steelers rarely utilized the FB position and Nix was primarily used on special teams. Derek and T.J. both starred at Pewaukee High School. Meanwhile, J.J.

DeAndre Hopkins: Claims against Bill O'Brien 'blown out of proportion'

March 19, 2020

Houston Texans coach and general manager shocked the National Football League world by trading star receiver DeAndre Hopkins . "He told me, he said, 'Michael, it was a bit of a power struggle there" because Bill O'Brien thought, Coach O'Brien thought [Hopkins] had too much influence over the locker room.

Bruce Irvin to reunite with Seattle Seahawks: ’12s, I love you’

March 19, 2020

It just isn't the player everyone is waiting for them to sign. The Seahawks also agreed to terms with free-agent offensive tackle Brandon Shell , a source confirmed to The Athletic on Wednesday afternoon. Irvin racked up 8.5 sacks and 19 quarterback hits with the Panthers in 2019, immediately making him the Seahawks most formidable pass rusher. After playing mostly outside linebacker during his time with the Seahawks, Irvin has mostly been focused on rushing the passer for the ...

Philadelphia Eagles working on trade to acquire Darius Slay from Detroit Lions

March 19, 2020

The veteran defensive back would immediately become the Eagles' top cornerback upon arrival. Slay will now be the top paid cornerback in the National Football League, just beating out Byron Jones . That's the only reasonable conclusion after Slay's posts on Twitter in reaction to the Lions signing Desmond Trufant . Will that end up working out for the Eagles? Slay, who was selected by Detroit in the second round of the 2013 NFL Draft, recorded 19 interceptions and 104 passes defended ...

Saints To Sign Malcolm Jenkins

March 19, 2020

His average of $16.7 million per year makes Slay the highest-paid cornerback in National Football League history, just ahead of Byron Jones, whose new deal with the Dolphins averages $16.5 million over five years. The team in 2017 drafted Jones in the second round and Douglas in the third but by the end of last season neither was even in Jim Schwartz's defensive rotation.

NFL Star Tom Brady to Sign $30M/Yr. Contract With Tampa Bay Buccaneers

March 19, 2020

As it turns out, attendance won't be the only thing going up for Bucs fans with Tom Brady in town. With NFL facilities closed through at least March 31, physicals and other standard procedures have become more complicated than normal. An official announcement is expected later this week. As NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported, the deal will be roughly $30 million per year. Compared to all of Tampa sports, ESPN Stats & Info noted Brady has six tiles compared to the two championships ...

Coronavirus outbreak could force National Basketball Association to permanently change schedule, Adam Silver suggests

March 19, 2020

Nearing the end of the interview, he mentioned that he knows that the players are "going stir crazy" and "want to compete". "One is, 'When can we restart and operate as we've known it, with 19,000 fans in buildings?'" Silver said . The NBA has said the shutdown will be at least 30 days, though the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has subsequently said it recommends no gatherings of more than 50 people take place before mid-May.

Mario Diaz-Balart tests positive for coronavirus

March 19, 2020

Mario Diaz -Balart (R-FL) speaks to reporters on January 12, 2016. The tweet was accompanied by an image of a full statement on the situation titled "Diaz-Balart Tests Positive for Coronavirus ". Miami Mayor Francis Suarez tested positive for the virus last week. Diaz-Balart, 58, was elected in 2002 and represents parts of Miami-Dade and Hendry counties.

European boxing Olympic qualifier suspended midway

March 19, 2020

Increasing travel restrictions meant that there were worries for teams and officials getting home after the event if it had run its course. It features around 350 male and female boxers from dozens of nations and is the first opportunity for boxers from Europe to qualify for Tokyo 2020.

Drake self-isolating after contact with COVID-19 positive Kevin Durant

March 19, 2020

National Basketball Association spokesperson Mike Bass issued a statement later Tuesday night addressing the situation. In a statement released by the team, they said that all four players who tested positive have been isolated and are under the care of team physicians.

Doubts over holding Tokyo Games as scheduled

March 19, 2020

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) said that no "drastic decisions" will be made about the Games, which get underway in Tokyo in July, and that measures are being taken to guarantee the "safety and interests of athletes, coaches and support teams".

Federation Internationale de Football Association chief Gianni Infantino proposes postponement of Club World Cup 2021

March 19, 2020

This will include ensuring appropriate global solutions are eventually found for competitions at all levels, considering the needs of all stakeholders and keeping the health of all participants as a first priority. With football grappling with a health crisis that has left around 8,200 people dead and infected over 200,000, the sport's governing body also said that it would make a donation of US$10 million (RM43.7 million) to the World Health Organization's (WHO) Covid-19 Solidarity Response ...

Isle of Man TT cancelled due to pandemic

March 19, 2020

By completing team objectives players will win special rewards that will help them progress to the next level. This event was initially set to happen from 30 May to 13 June 2020. "In these unprecedented times, this decision, taken to protect the health of the residents of the IOM , is a decision that is absolutely necessary ahead of any sporting, economic or commercial factor", says Paul Phillips, who represents the TT in the Isle of Man government.

Liverpool have most valuable squad in Europe, says study

March 19, 2020

The aggregate value of their squad is believed to be £1.28bn in the transfer market. The Reds who will not be defending their Champions League crown after being bundled out by Atletico Madrid has a value of £1.27B with league rivals Manchester City coming in second place on a value of £1.24B.

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