Tinashe Chakwana: The next ‘Jermain Defoe’?

Sport – The Standard Tinashe Chakwana: The next ‘Jermain Defoe’? “He plays off the shoulder, comes short, and gets it in to his feet, a little bit like Jermain Defoe. He can be a good finisher when he’s on it.” The post Tinashe Chakwana: The next ‘Jermain Defoe’? appeared first on The Standard. more info... ...

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Red Óg Murphy signs contract with AFL’s North Melbourne

Sport: : BreakingNews.ie Red Óg Murphy signs contract with AFL’s North Melbourne North Melbourne have confirmed the signature of Sligo teenager, Red Óg Murphy on a Category B rookie contract, bringing the number of players signed by AFL clubs in the off-season to seven. more info... ...

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Kylian Mbappe and Adrien Rabiot benched as punishment by Thomas Tuchel as Paris Saint-Germain beat Marseille

The Independent - Football Kylian Mbappe and Adrien Rabiot benched as punishment by Thomas Tuchel as Paris Saint-Germain beat Marseille The striker came on to score his 10th league goal in seven appearances after the pair were disciplined for turning up late to a pre-match briefing more info... ...

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Emery facing ‘big decision’ between Leno and Cech for Palace clash

Sport: : BreakingNews.ie Emery facing ‘big decision’ between Leno and Cech for Palace clash Cech is fit again after a hamstring injury but Leno has performed well in his absence. more info... ...

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Boca Juniors' Colombian midfielder Wilmar Barrios a target for Real Madrid

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Trump, meet mirror: Until he owns up to his role in creating an unhealthy political climate, we're sunk

Football - New York Daily News Trump, meet mirror: Until he owns up to his role in creating an unhealthy political climate, we're sunk As more opponents of President Trump found bombs in their mail, as CNN staff returned to the New York workplace from which they were evacuated, the President returned to banging the “fake news” drum, blaming the news media for “a very big part of the Anger we see today in our society.” The nastiest,... more info... ...

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Darikwa desires to speak Shona

Sport – The Standard Darikwa desires to speak Shona Just two competitive appearances for England-born Zimbabwe Warriors defender Tendayi Darikwa and he is already a cult-hero among local football fans. The post Darikwa desires to speak Shona appeared first on The Standard. more info... ...

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Some don't deserve to play at the Camp Nou

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Fire returns inside Mourinho at Man United

Football – Inquirer Sports Fire returns inside Mourinho at Man United MANCHESTER, England — The fire is back inside Jose Mourinho. Two weeks ago, the Manchester United manager was swearing in front of a television camera . Two days ago, he was involved in a touchline fracas at the end of a Premier League game. And on Monday, he was expressing a desire for a long […] The post Fire returns inside Mourinho at Man United appeared first...

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The new college try: City steps up for indebted students

Football - New York Daily News The new college try: City steps up for indebted students There are times to ridicule Mayor de Blasio’s lawyers for going to court to show up the big, bad Trump administration — like the embarrassing flop of a symbolic lawsuit that sought restitution from Big Oil for the havoc wrought by Hurricane Sandy. But the Manhattan state court case filed Thursday... more info... ...

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Lionel Messi breaks right arm, out for about three weeks

Sportsnet.ca Lionel Messi breaks right arm, out for about three weeks BARCELONA, Spain — Lionel Messi broke his right forearm on Saturday and will be sidelined for about three weeks, a major setback for him and Barcelona right before some important games. Messi will miss playing Inter Milan in the Champions League on Wednesday, and the Clasico against Real Madrid next weekend. He’ll miss three others, including the return game against Inter. ...

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Cristiano Ronaldo: The social media king

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Debate now, Andrew: One-on-one with Molinaro is ideal, but something is better than nothing

Football - New York Daily News Debate now, Andrew: One-on-one with Molinaro is ideal, but something is better than nothing With two and a half weeks until Election Day, New Yorkers are again victimized by the quadrennial kabuki debate dance. Enjoying a huge polling and fundraising advantage over his Republican rival, Gov. Cuomo looks content to run out the clock, using his huge campaign war chest to overwhelm the airwaves... more info... ...

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The origins of LaLiga

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Kjaer surprised by LaLiga-leading Sevilla as Machin´s men remain grounded

Soccerway.com Kjaer surprised by LaLiga-leading Sevilla as Machin´s men remain grounded Speaking to Omnisport, Simon Kjaer said Sevilla's place atop the table was a surprise following their slow start to the season. more info... ...

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Ibrahimovic surprises Thai soccer team rescued from cave

Sportsnet.ca Ibrahimovic surprises Thai soccer team rescued from cave Remember the Thai boys soccer team that was rescued from a cave back in July? They made their first appearance on studio TV on The Ellen DeGeneres Show and got to meet one of their idols in the process. Speaking to DeGeneres, the “Wild Boars” team recounted their experience of being trapped in the cave for 18 days, how they stayed calm during the ordeal and whether they remember...

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Usain Bolt fumes over drug test notice

Football – Inquirer Sports Usain Bolt fumes over drug test notice Sprint legend Usain Bolt says he’s stunned after being handed a drug testing notice despite retiring from athletics and having no professional contract as he bids to launch a football career in Australia. The 100m world record-holder quit athletics last year and is yet to be offered a deal by Australia’s Central Coast Mariners, where […] The post Usain Bolt fumes over...

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I’m not in need of a rest, claims Kane despite England goal drought

Sport: : BreakingNews.ie I’m not in need of a rest, claims Kane despite England goal drought The striker’s last international goal came in the World Cup last-16 meeting with Colombia. more info... ...

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Usain Bolt scores 2 goals in first A-League trial start

Football – Inquirer Sports Usain Bolt scores 2 goals in first A-League trial start SYDNEY — Usain Bolt scored twice in his first start for the Central Coast Mariners in an A-League trial match on Friday before being substituted with about 15 minutes remaining. The retired eight-time Olympic gold medalist sprinter is trying to secure a place with the Mariners for this season, which begins for the Mariners on […] The post Usain Bolt...

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Israel are no mugs, Scotland coach Alex McLeish tells angry supporters after Uefa Nations League defeat

The Independent - Football Israel are no mugs, Scotland coach Alex McLeish tells angry supporters after Uefa Nations League defeat Kieran Tierney's own goal ensured a humiliating defeat in Haifa for McLeish's men, who led through Charlie Mulgrew more info... ...

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Attorney: Ronaldo rape report documents altered, fabricated

Football – Inquirer Sports Attorney: Ronaldo rape report documents altered, fabricated LAS VEGAS— Cristiano Ronaldo’s new Las Vegas criminal defense lawyer went on the attack Wednesday, saying documents cited in media reports about a rape claim against the soccer star were “complete fabrications” and the encounter was consensual. In a statement , attorney Peter S. Christiansen blamed reports about the 2009 encounter on electronic data...

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Rooney calls on Man United players to ‘stand up’

Football – Inquirer Sports Rooney calls on Man United players to ‘stand up’ Wayne Rooney has called on Manchester United’s players to stand up and be counted, saying that manager Jose Mourinho is an easy target for the club’s troubles. United battled back from two goals down to beat Newcastle 3-2 at the weekend but are languishing in eighth place in the Premier League, seven points off top […] The post Rooney calls on Man United players...

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DeMbare’s fall from grace

Sport – The Standard DeMbare’s fall from grace SOCIAL media has been abuzz with mock 2019 fixtures for struggling football giants Dynamos where they are pitted against teams such as Chegutu Pirates, Bindura United, Karoi United, One Commando […] The post DeMbare’s fall from grace appeared first on The Standard. more info... ...

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PSG vs Lyon: Kylian Mbappe 'should have scored more' despite four-goal haul

The Independent - Football PSG vs Lyon: Kylian Mbappe 'should have scored more' despite four-goal haul The 19-year-old France striker blew Lyon away - scoring four times between the 61st and 74th minutes - as PSG romped to a 5-0 win more info... ...

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Jose Mourinho reveals text message reassured him of his Manchester United job before Newcastle win

The Independent - Football Jose Mourinho reveals text message reassured him of his Manchester United job before Newcastle win Mourinho said he received the message of support before Saturday's comeback win more info... ...

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Tuchel and PSG wary of ´extraordinary´ Lyon

Soccerway.com Tuchel and PSG wary of ´extraordinary´ Lyon Lyon have beaten Marseille and Manchester City this season, meaning Paris Saint-Germain coach Thomas Tuchel is taking nothing for granted. more info... ...

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Jose Mourinho press conference - LIVE: Manchester United manager previews Newcastle clash

The Independent - Football Jose Mourinho press conference - LIVE: Manchester United manager previews Newcastle clash Mourinho is expected to discuss his future, his post-Valencia comments and Newcastle's visit more info... ...

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Ronaldo denies hotel sex attack, calls rape ‘abominable’

Football – Inquirer Sports Ronaldo denies hotel sex attack, calls rape ‘abominable’ Cristiano Ronaldo on Wednesday denied accusations by a former American model that he raped her in a Las Vegas hotel in 2009 and said his conscience is clear. Ronaldo’s denial came as lawyers for his accuser said they had obtained damning correspondence between the footballer and his legal team. The case has threatened the reputation […] The post Ronaldo...

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Football rumours from the media: PSG join chase for Man United midfielder Pogba

Sport: : BreakingNews.ie Football rumours from the media: PSG join chase for Man United midfielder Pogba PSG want Pogba but the Ligue 1 club could be losing one of their midfielders. more info... ...

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Hodgson defends ‘aggrieved’ Sakho after collision costs Palace a point

Sport: : BreakingNews.ie Hodgson defends ‘aggrieved’ Sakho after collision costs Palace a point Palace boss Roy Hodgson insisted Mamadou Sakho had unintentionally elbowed Jefferson Lerma. more info... ...

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VAR in spotlight again, this time for not working in France

Football – Inquirer Sports VAR in spotlight again, this time for not working in France PARIS — The video assistant referee system has been much talked about since being used at the World Cup earlier this year — praised by some for spotting fouls, criticized by others for slowing down matches. On Sunday, VAR attracted attention for another reason altogether: it stopped working during the 1-1 draw between Rennes and […] The post VAR...

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