Stephen A. Smith Trolls Cowboys Fans After Awful Loss to Cardinals
As usual, Stephen A. Smith troll Cowboys fans after a bad loss.
2023-09-25 09:28
MLB Rumors: Blake Snell would love to sign with hometown team over Phillies
Blake Snell has indicated his preference for his next team, and it's not the Phillies.
2023-11-13 22:59
Randal Kolo Muani attempting to force PSG move by skipping Eintracht Frankfurt training
Eintracht Frankfurt have confirmed that Randal Kolo Muani has refused to train with the club in a bid to push through a move to Paris Saint-Germain.
2023-08-30 19:23
Jordan Henderson urged to speak on human rights abuses if Saudi move goes ahead
Amnesty International has called on Jordan Henderson to speak out against human rights abuses in Saudi Arabia after Liverpool agreed a deal to sell their captain to Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq. The 33-year-old has reportedly reached a verbal agreement on a contract worth £700,000 a week, with the clubs having agreed a £12million fee, the PA news agency understands. He would be joining up with former Reds teammate Steven Gerrard, who was appointed manager earlier this month. LGBT+ groups have warned the England midfielder that his reputation as an ally to the community could be irreparably damaged if he accepts the offer, having previously been a vocal proponent of inclusivity in the game. Homosexuality is illegal and punishable by death in Saudi Arabia, while the state stands accused of a host of other abuses including placing harsh restrictions on women’s rights and the right to political protest. Critics including Amnesty have claimed that the regime of Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman seeks to ‘sportswash’ the country’s international reputation by luring world football stars to the Pro League, with Karim Benzema and Cristiano Ronaldo amongst the most prominent players to have moved. “Coming shortly after Steven Gerrard’s move to Al-Ettifaq, this looks very much like more Saudi sportswashing as huge amounts of Saudi wealth continues to pour into the purchase of star players, new events and even the acquisition of entire clubs,” said Amnesty’s UK economic affairs director, Peter Frankental. “With every major signing Saudi Arabia is seemingly ratcheting up its sportswashing effort, with the overall strategy apparently one where Mohammed Bin Salman’s Saudi Arabia is increasingly associated with sport and entertainment, not repression and human rights abuse. “While Saudi sportswashing gathers pace, there’s been a sustained human rights crackdown in the country, with peaceful activists intimidated and jailed, as many as 196 people executed last year alone, and (dissident journalist) Jamal Khashoggi’s sickening murder covered up. “Jordan Henderson is of course free to play for whoever he chooses, but we would urge him to examine Saudi Arabia’s human rights record and be prepared to speak out about human rights violations in the country.” Henderson has been in Germany on Liverpool’s pre-season tour but was left out of the squad for Wednesday’s friendly against Karlsruhe. A deal is also believed to be close for midfielder Fabinho to join Pro League side Al Ittihad as the exodus of Premier League players moving to the country continues. Chelsea have sold three players this summer to Saudi clubs, with N’Golo Kante, Kalidou Koulibaly and Edouard Mendy having left west London, whilst a £30m deal was agreed on Wednesday for Manchester City’s Riyad Mahrez to join Al-Ahli for. Frankental added: “On the one hand it would be deeply concerning if sporting figures like Henderson were expected to read from a script praising Saudi Arabia as part of their contractual commitments, but the real onus is on FIFA and other sporting bodies to ensure that Saudi Arabia’s growing involvement in sport doesn’t involve human rights violations. “If, as rumoured, we end up with a Saudi bid to host the World Cup in the 2030s FIFA must rigorously assess any bid according to proper human rights criteria, and we would urge FIFA to consider Saudi Arabia’s sportswashing as part of this assessment.” Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live Gold Coast mayor says city is ready to host 2026 Commonwealth Games Amateur champion Christo Lamprecht makes bright start on his Open debut Jack Welsby says St Helens are ready for ‘biggest game of the season’
2023-07-20 19:52
Sean Payton took a shot at Bears QB Justin Fields after comeback victory
Seems like Broncos head coach Sean Payton's default setting is to disrespect other teams. Sheesh.
2023-10-03 00:51
Braves rumors: d'Arnaud trade 'unlikely', Duvall still loves ATL, Ohtani floated
All the important Atlanta Braves news having to do with Travis d'Arnaud, Adam Duvall and Shohei Ohtani is right here for you to enjoy on the absolutely finest of Sunday afternoons.So much news is popping off about the Atlanta Braves, whether that be Travis d'Arnaud on the trading block...
2023-06-26 01:28
Lionel Messi exits with apparent injury during Inter Miami match against Toronto FC
Lionel Messi's return to the pitch was short-lived after the Argentine superstar was subbed off in the 37th minute of Inter Miami's match against Toronto FC on Wednesday at DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
2023-09-21 11:22
Big 12's new members see evidence of excitement in ticket and merchandise sales and rising donations
The Big 12's four new schools are seeing the positive effects of membership in a Power Five conference
2023-09-27 02:15
Reds eliminated in game 161 during 15-6 loss to Cardinals
The Cincinnati Reds’ bid to become just the third team to make the playoffs following a 100-loss season ended in game No. 161 when they were eliminated during the seventh inning of a 15-6 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals
2023-10-01 11:27
Lions legend is all-in on the Dan Campbell era, hopes for 2023 season
Legendary Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson expresses his support for Lions head coach Dan Campbell and the 2023 Lions organization.Once upon a time, former Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson described continuing his career in Detroit as "the definition of insanity."...
2023-05-26 02:51
The Commanders season is slipping away after a loss to the Giants, their fourth in five games
After a promising start with wins over Arizona and Denver, the Washington Commanders season is a slipping away with losses in four of their last five games
2023-10-23 07:54
Olson blasts 2 HRs, Acuña has 4 hits as Strider, Braves overpower Phillies 11-4
Ronald Acuña Jr. drove in three runs with four hits, including a two-run single in Atlanta’s seven-run first inning, and the Braves beat the Philadelphia Phillies 11-4 to split the four-game series
2023-05-29 10:47
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