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The jinx is in: MLB on FOX tries their best to ruin Rangers season
The jinx is in: MLB on FOX tries their best to ruin Rangers season
Rangers fans will not be happy to see this graphic made by MLB Fox Sports.
2023-10-18 03:20
Kadarius Toney rues Week 1 blunders, but will Chiefs Kingdom ever forget?
Kadarius Toney rues Week 1 blunders, but will Chiefs Kingdom ever forget?
Chiefs wide receiver Kadarius Toney is giving no excuses for his pitiful Week 1 performance against the Lions.
2023-09-18 00:47
Riley leads Memorial by one after late birdie spree
Riley leads Memorial by one after late birdie spree
Davis Riley birdied three of his last four holes to seize the lead after Thursday's opening round of the PGA Memorial tournament, where last-hole setbacks...
2023-06-02 07:20
'Double bounce? That's life', says Rune after French Open flashpoint
'Double bounce? That's life', says Rune after French Open flashpoint
World number six Holger Rune reached a second successive French Open quarter-final on Monday in a rollercoaster five-set win over Francisco Cerundolo, shrugging off a controversial incident...
2023-06-06 03:57
Germany faces call to rethink sports system after World Cup-winning basketball team defies rankings
Germany faces call to rethink sports system after World Cup-winning basketball team defies rankings
Some are calling for a rethink in government funding less than a week after Germany won the Basketball World Cup
2023-09-15 19:16
Cristiano Ronaldo’s second-half brace inspires Al Nassr victory over Al-Okhdood
Cristiano Ronaldo’s second-half brace inspires Al Nassr victory over Al-Okhdood
Cristiano Ronaldo scored a stunning 40-yard lob as part of a quick-fire second-half double to help Al Nassr beat Al-Okhdood 3-0 in the Saudi Pro League. The Portugal star chested down a loose ball and expertly lofted home from distance in the 80th minute after opposition goalkeeper Paulo Vitor raced out to clear the initial danger. Ronaldo’s eye-catching finish was his 15th goal of the season and came just three minutes after he had doubled his side’s lead. The 38-year-old’s first of the evening was a powerful finish from a tight angle following a fine touch to kill a dropping ball. Victory for second-placed Al Nassr was their 11th from 14 games this term to move them a point behind leaders Al-Hilal. Midfielder Sami Al Naji opened the scoring at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh by slotting the ball home in the 13th minute before former Manchester United and Real Madrid forward Ronaldo took centre stage. Read More Everton points penalty ‘draconian’ and ‘too harsh’ say Premier League protesters Australia see off Finland to reach Davis Cup final for second-successive year Neil Robertson not worried by slide down rankings ahead of UK Championship
2023-11-25 04:57
Even wasteful Wolves showed Spurs’ sudden problems – Ange Postecoglou needs a quick fix
Even wasteful Wolves showed Spurs’ sudden problems – Ange Postecoglou needs a quick fix
Two minutes: that’s how long it took for Tottenham Hotspur to ease a first few lingering nerves that a decimated defence might make them a less-effective team, following that wild and wacky defeat to Chelsea last time out. It wasn’t the end of them by any means, but it gave Spurs both an early lift and something to fight for. And 88 minutes: that’s how long Ange Postecoglou had to observe and realise that – despite his makeshift team’s obvious effort, desire and willingness to go above and beyond – there just wasn’t the cohesion and balance needed to keep out the best attacks in the Premier League. And that was before Wolverhampton Wanderers’ late turnaround. Brennan Johnson it was who scored early, tapping in after a typically fast-flowing move down the right flank but Spurs rarely threatened thereafter and it was a very different type of performance for the majority of the rest of the game. Even so, they still led until just when the injury time board was being raised; a magnificent first touch and volley from Pablo Sarabia later, matters were levelled. And with the latest of late sucker-punches, Mario Lemina slid in to send the home fans delirious, six minutes past the 90, for Wolves 2-1 Tottenham. In between, a whole lot happened to give Postecoglou both reason for optimism and pause for thought. While the back line was very much a restructured one, the attack was merely the same, but different: James Maddison’s injury meant his scheming and invention was replaced by Pape Sarr moving slightly higher up, a ferocious runner into the channels and still a hard-working operative in deeper areas. But without Maddison as that connection, and perhaps without the left-wing thrust from deep of full-back Destiny Udogie, Spurs found it a lot more difficult to break out of their defensive shape, a lot more difficult to maintain possession high upfield. Their intermittent threat, when it came, was of the counter-attacking variety, mainly through Dejan Kulusevski’s ball-carrying, and rarely with the weight of numbers to make a telling final difference. At the other end of the pitch was where the real tale was told, where Postecoglou’s real lessons to take from the match were. Eric Dier was making his first league start of the season, recalled at centre-back, alongside Ben Davies – just a second start for him. Both played well, is the starting point of any assessment. But the issue is that they played well individually: recovery challenges, last-ditch clearances, a couple of vital interceptions of low crosses and cut-backs. There was not, as would perhaps be expected given their minimal gametime this term, any semblance of cohesion, of understanding, of partnership. That has been the big plus at the back this term for Spurs, the rapid way in which Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven have filled in for each other, complemented each other’s skillsets and coped with attacks between them. Here instead – and add in a switched-to-left-back Emerson Royal under the same headings – it was all about each defender desperately trying to be that last man, get that last touch, make that last block to protect the fragile lead. There shouldn’t be any blame headed to Dier or Davies for that, as both reasonably did as much as they could, but Spurs’ lack of cohesion saw them exposed and exploited time after time by a very progressive – and very wasteful – Wolves attack. The hosts averaged fewer than 12 shots per game in the Premier League this season; they had surpassed that tally well before the hour mark here. But a combination of wayward strikes, those aforementioned blocks and frankly odd decision-making meant Guglielmo Vicario was nowhere near as tested as he might have been. In the end, it took shots number 16 and 17 to beat the Italian, and to beat Spurs. But as harsh as that late turnaround in scoreline might feel at the final whistle, the truth is a more ruthless and prolific team, one who averages more than Wolves’ 1.3 goals per game this season perhaps, would have had the points sewn up far earlier. Postecoglou can take solace in the heart and effort, and the fact that a third of Romero’s ban is over, plus the entirety of Udogie’s. But had Spurs held out, the truth of the game wouldn’t have been any different to the boss, they’d just have more points at the end of it. Van de Ven in defence and Maddison in attack have been core components of both recovery and intricacy in Spurs’ play this season, and neither have obvious replacements. Work lies ahead over the international break to ensure Tottenham’s early season promise doesn’t fade away entirely in the aftermath of that damaging defeat to Chelsea. Read More Wolves vs Spurs LIVE: Latest Premier League updates Football fan convicted of racially abusing Rio Ferdinand Wolves vs Newcastle United LIVE: Latest Premier League updates Malmo v Elfsborg is the Swedish title decider you (probably) haven’t heard about Chelsea’s downward spiral offers stark warning to Man City Chelsea will be fighting for titles sooner rather than later, says Pep Guardiola
2023-11-11 23:59
Justin Fields throws Bears coaching staff under the bus for early season struggles
Justin Fields throws Bears coaching staff under the bus for early season struggles
Find out why Justin Fields believes coaching has held him back this season. Read his honest remarks about the Bears' performance.
2023-09-21 02:19
Victor Osimhen reveals the two Premier League shirts he had growing up
Victor Osimhen reveals the two Premier League shirts he had growing up
Napoli striker Victor Osimhen has named the two Premier League shirts he owned growing up.
2023-11-14 03:21
‘So good’: Lionesses sing ‘Sweet Caroline’ in pitch celebration as they reach World Cup final
‘So good’: Lionesses sing ‘Sweet Caroline’ in pitch celebration as they reach World Cup final
The England Lionesses celebrated their emphatic win against Australia in the Women’s World Cup semi-final with a sing-along to Sweet Caroline on the pitch. The players can be seen hugging one another, jumping up and down, and singing the classic hit, which has symbolised the team’s rise to success in recent years. The Lionesses roared to a 3-1 victory against the home nation on Wednesday with goals from Ella Toone, Lauren Hemp, and Alessia Russo. England will now play Spain in the final on Sunday.
2023-08-16 21:15
Woodruff, Lewis among 63 new free agents as 19 players reach deals and teams make flurry of trades
Woodruff, Lewis among 63 new free agents as 19 players reach deals and teams make flurry of trades
Starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff was cut loose by Milwaukee and former AL Rookie of the Year Kyle Lewis by Arizona, among 63 players who became free agents when their teams declined to offer 2024 contracts
2023-11-18 11:46
NBA rumors: Dillon Brooks' free agency goals are still laughably large
NBA rumors: Dillon Brooks' free agency goals are still laughably large
Dillon Brooks had a terrible postseason and saw his reputation take a hit. But he certainly hasn't lowered his expectations for his next contract.According to Marc Stein, Dillion Brooks' contract goals haven't wavered despite his postseason struggles — the role player wants ...
2023-06-26 23:56