Rogers: Coach may have doomed Ronda Rousey’s fight, career Many will hold Edmond Tarverdyan accountable for a failure to sharpen Rousey’s striking. Check out this story on mynorthwestnow.com: http://usat.ly/2iOF5h8 It took just seconds after Ronda Rousey was battered to defeat against Amanda Nunes on Saturday night for public scorn to turn immediately to the man who accompanied her to the octagon.
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Marco Reus: Dortmund star lined-up as Alexis Sanchez…
According to the latest gossip, Marco Reus is high on Arsenal’s priority list if Alexis Sanchez decides to leave this summer. “The Gunners are reportedly fearful that their star man will not agree terms on a new deal and will walk out on the Emirates in the near future.
Lucas Leiva: Liverpool fan favorite set for Inter Milan loan move
Liverpool fan favorite and veteran Lucas Leiva is set to undergo a medical ahead of his proposed loan move to Italian giants Inter Milan. The move is likely to close the curtains on his Liverpool career which includes over 300 games for the Reds.
Javier Hernandez: Ex-Manchester United striker on Chelsea’s radar
“Chelsea are plotting a shock move for former Manchester United striker Javier Hernandez in the January transfer window, according to German newspaper Bild . The former Manchester United striker has netted a dozen times for German club Bayer Leverkusen and Mexico’s national team in this campaign.
Scottish Gossip: Old Firm, Rangers, Celtic, Andy Murray
Rangers will reject the offer of a two-match ban made to defender Rob Kiernan for an alleged punch on St Johnstone’s Steven Anderson during Wednesday’s 1-1 draw in Perth. Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers insists going to Ibrox to face Rangers on Saturday holds no fears for his side.
Sir Andy Murray – tennis champ leads British sport New Year honours
… Olympic titles before fighting his way to the top of the world rankings. Joining Murray in being knighted in British sports was Mo Farah, who retained his 5000m and 10,000m titles at the Rio Olympics in August, becoming the first British track and …
Conte urges Courtois to reject Real Madrid to become Chelsea’s Buffon
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has urged Thibaut Courtois to emulate Gianluigi Buffon by remaining at the Stamford Bridge for the remainder of his career. Courtois, 24, has been heavily linked with a move to Real Madrid this summer and fueled speculation of a move to Spain earlier this year by saying he’d like to move to La Liga.
Jose Mourinho thinks Memphis Depay will leave Manchester United in January
Jose Mourinho has been reluctant to give Memphis Depay the chance to resurrect his Manchester United career because he is expecting him to leave in January. The 22-year-old midfielder arrived at Old Trafford from PSV Eindhoven in the summer of 2015 after finishing the previous season as the top scorer in the Eredivisie but, despite a reunion with his former national manager Louis van Gaal, Depay failed to nail down a regular spot and has fallen even further down the pecking order under Mourinho.
Sergio Aguero trains with Manchester City team-mates as he returns…
Sergio Aguero and his Manchester City team-mates enjoyed their final training session ahead of Saturday evening’s clash with Liverpool. Pep Guardiola put his side through their paces on Friday in Manchester as they gear up for the match with their title rivals.
Cillessen out for two weeks with calf injury
Jasper Cillessen will be unable to add to his four Barcelona appearances in the opening weeks of 2017 after sustaining a calf injury. The 27-year-old Netherlands international has served as back-up to number one Marc-Andre ter Stegen since moving to Camp Nou from Ajax in August, making four appearances in all competitions for the LaLiga champions.
Prandelli resigns after just three months at Valencia
“Cesare Prandelli has communicated to Valencia CF his irrevocable decision to resign from his position as coach,” the club confirmed in a statement on Friday, adding that a media conference will be held on Saturday. Prandelli guided them to just one victory in his eight league matches at the helm, with the 3-2 defeat at Real Sociedad on December 10 proving to be his last top-flight game in charge.
Schneiderlin Man Utd exit still on cards amid reports of A 13m West Brom bid
Jose Mourinho has revealed that the club have not yet received a suitable offer for the out-of-favour midfielder but suggested he is still free to go Morgan Schneiderlin could still leave Manchester United in January despite Jose Mourinho insisting he will not sanction a loan move. The France midfielder has been heavily linked with a switch to West Brom when the winter window opens, with Baggies boss Tony Pulis having confirmed on December 23 that an offer had been made.
Arsene Wenger thinks Chelsea are ‘super-favourites’ for Premier League title
Arsene Wenger admits Chelsea are the “super-favourites” for the Premier League title as they close in on the record winning run set by his Arsenal side more than a decade ago. The Blues sit six points clear at the top of the table having won their last 12 league outings to establish themselves as the team to beat in the race for the championship.
West Brom’s James McClean joined the club from Wigan in 2015
Albion have confirmed the 27-year-old has agreed an improved contract, which also includes an option for another year at The Hawthorns. He joined the Baggies from Wigan in 2015 and boss Tony Pulis believes the Republic of Ireland international has been a bargain.
Alan Curtis urges return to Swansea’s traditional style under new manager
Bayern Munich assistant Paul Clement has emerged as the favourite to succeed Bob Bradley after number one target Chris Coleman, the Wales manager and a former Swansea player, closed the door on an emotional return to his home town club. But Curtis will take charge of Saturday’s home game against Bournemouth, with Swansea 19th in the Premier League and four points from safety.
Serena wins at love again; says a yesa to engagement in poem
The tennis great announced her engagement to Alexis Ohanian on Thursday, posting a poem on Reddit that she accepted the proposal of the social news website’s co-founder. “I came home/A little late/Someone had a bag packed for me/And a carriage awaited/Destination: Rome/To escort me to my very own “charming”/Back to where our stars first collided/And now it was full circle/At the same table we first met by chance/This time he made it not by chance/But by choice/Down on one knee/He said 4 words/And I said yes.”
Chelsea: David Luiz Turns Amateur Physio, Cracks Willian’s Neck …
David Luiz has thrived in Antonio Conte’s back-three since moving back to Chelsea this summer. Full of confidence, the Brazilian defender apparently also fancies himself as a physio, judging by his neck-cracking work on team-mate Willian.
Serena wins at love again; says ‘yes’ to engagement in poem
United States’ Serena Williams is escorted to a car on her arrival at Auckland Airport in New Zealand, Friday, Dec. 30, 2016. Williams has announced her engagement to Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian.
Kiernan did not commit an assault – Warburton
Rangers manager Mark Warburton has insisted his defender Rob Kiernan has no case to answer ahead of a potential Scottish FA misconduct charge next week. St Johnstone captain Steven Anderson accused Kiernan of punching him in the ribs during Wednesday night’s 1-1 draw at McDiarmid Park.
Andy Murray is a five-time runner up at the Australian Open
World number one Andy Murray returns to the court in Abu Dhabi on Friday hoping a change of preparations can help deliver an elusive Australian Open title next month. The Scot ended the 2016 tour at the top of the ATP Rankings after claiming both the Wimbledon and Olympic crowns, and defeating previous top seed Novak Djokovic to win the year-ending ATP World Tour Finals in London.
Ronda Rousey answers questions during media day in
… California. Ronda Rousey has used her terrifying armbar to become one of the biggest stars in the UFC and the greater sports world. Rousey is 12-0 and the UFC women’s bantamweight champion. Rousey’s focus is razor-sharp as she approaches the octagon …
Carlos Tevez to earn reported 615,000-a-week at Shanghai Greenland Shenhua
Carlos Tevez has joined Chinese Super League side Shanghai Greenland Shenhua in a deal which will reportedly make him the highest paid player in the world. The former Manchester United and Manchester City striker has signed a two-year contract and, although no financial details were announced in the move from Boca Juniors, reports suggest he is set to earn A 615,000-a-week.
Spurs striker Harry Kane thinks Southampton win sends out the right message
Harry Kane believes Tottenham sent out a resounding message about their title credentials after their 4-1 thrashing of 10-man Southampton. Spurs’ victory at St Mary’s means they moved to within a point of fourth-placed Arsenal and have now won five out of their last six games in all competitions.
UFC 207 Amanda Nunes vs. Ronda Rousey: Matter Over Mind
After a yearlong hiatus from the sport, Ronda Rousey will face Amanda Nunes in an attempt to reclaim the UFC Bantamweight title in which she held for so long. The backlash of Rousey’s first MMA loss certainly hit hard.
Wales manager Chris Coleman has emerged as Swansea’s top target to succeed Bob Bradley
The Football Association of Wales is relaxed over reports that Swansea are weighing up a move for national team manager Chris Coleman, Press Association Sport understands. Coleman has emerged as Swansea’s top target as they seek to fill the gap left by Bob Bradley’s dismissal on Tuesday evening.
Boxing: Jerwin Ancajas puts world title on the line January 29 vs Mexican foe
The search continues for Manny Pacquiao’s heir. If things fall into place, that next person in line might be Jerwin Ancajas.
A-League Week 13 Odds Preview: Sydney FC vs. Brisbane Matchup Highlights Slate
Having secured the record for the most games unbeaten to start an A-League season, Sydney FC can become the first team ever to enter the New Year without a loss should they continue their remarkable run against the Brisbane Roar on Friday night at Stadium. Sydney surpassed the Adelaide side of the 2010-11 campaign in moving to 12 games without a loss with a 4-0 rout of the Reds on Boxing Day.
Former No. 1 Ana Ivanovic retires from tennis at 29
Ana Ivanovic retired from tennis at age 29 Wednesday, ending a career in which she was ranked No. 1 in 2008 but can no longer play at the highest level because of injuries.
Tottenham recovers to beat 10-man Southampton 4-1 in EPL
Tottenham Hotspur’s Harry Kane celebrates scoring his side’s second goal of the game during their English Premier League soccer match against Southampton at St Mary’s, Southampton, England, Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2016. SOUTHAMPTON, England – Tottenham recovered from conceding a goal after 69 seconds to beat 10-man Southampton 4-1 and claim a third straight win in the English Premier League on Wednesday.
Stafford Rangers boss Neil Kitching could not turn down new signing Ezekiel Agyemang
NEIL Kitching says Stafford Rangers could not turn down the chance to bring in Ezekiel Agyemang – and is looking forward to seeing the pacy striker in action. Boro made a double signing last week, bringing in Ghana-born forward Agyemang as well as midfielder Tim Sanders, who joined from Nantwich Town.
World ranking gap widens between US and Europe
World ranking gap widens between US and Europe Golf notes: World ranking gap widens between US and European tours; 12 players added to Masters field Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2hpROJt The European Tour is introducing the Rolex Series this year, which starts in late May with the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth and ends in late November with the season-ending DP World Tour Championship in Dubai. The other events that make up the Rolex Series are Irish Open and Scottish Open in successive weeks ahead of the British Open; the Italian Open in October; and then the Turkish Airlines Open and Nedbank Challenge in South Africa leading into the finale in Dubai.
Kilmarnock striker Kris Boyd says it’s time for Hearts boss Ian Cathro to do the talking
Boyd retains his stance that Cathro is out of his depth and is not capable of handling the pressure in the Tynecastle dugout. Boyd infuriated Jambos with his outspoken criticism of Cathro, whom he took his Pro Licence with but never chatted to, shortly before he replaced Robbie Neilson.
Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers tells kids – match Andy Murray’s…
Brendan Rodgers insists Scottish kids have the talent to restore the nation as a footballing force – if they accept the responsibility. The Celtic manager feels he has seen enough in his six months in Scotland to suggest there is quality in the youth ranks.
Aberdeen defender Mark Reynolds says receiving constant flak is a perk of playing for a big team
Mark Reynolds insists the flak Aberdeen took before last Friday night’s win over Motherwell was just a ‘perk’ of being one of Scotland’s top sides. The centre-back is adamant there was no panic as the Dons went through a sticky patch of only one Premiership win – a 5-1 thumping of Kilmarnock – from four games following a dismal defeat to Celtic in the Betfred Cup Final.
Motherwell star Scott McDonald won’t enjoy wonder goal until…
The Aussie striker scored a jaw-dropping overhead kick against the Dons but was left frustrated as Mark McGhee’s men succumbed to a 3-1 defeat. Scott McDonald has already filed Friday night’s wonder goal against Aberdeen into the memory bank in order to focus on Inverness tomorrow night.
A 180,000-a-week Man City ace Raheem Sterling forced to take his…
George Michael dies ‘of heart failure’ at his UK home aged just 53 as heartbroken Wham! bandmate Andrew Ridgeley pays tribute to ‘my beloved friend Yog’ and fans mourn legend’s death ‘Do you really want to hurt me? I guess you do 2016 – #ripboygeorge’: Sarah Michelle Gellar is hammered online after mixing up her 80s pop icons in wake of George Michael’s death ‘I am in deep shock. I have lost a close friend.’
Neymar says he doesn’t play for individual honours1 hour ago
Barcelona, Dec 26 : Barcelona forward Neymar said he is “not going to die” if he fails to win the FIFA Ballon d’Or and maintained that he plays the game of football to be happy, not for individual honours. In an interview published on the official La Liga website on Sunday, Neymar said he was unconcerned at not being named as one of three finalists for football’s highest individual award this year, reports Xinhua news agency.
Neymar says he doesn’t play for individual honours1 hour ago
Barcelona, Dec 26 : Barcelona forward Neymar said he is “not going to die” if he fails to win the FIFA Ballon d’Or and maintained that he plays the game of football to be happy, not for individual honours. In an interview published on the official La Liga website on Sunday, Neymar said he was unconcerned at not being named as one of three finalists for football’s highest individual award this year, reports Xinhua news agency.
Steven Gerrard: My life at Liverpool and my favourite moments
Our team of writers, and a select group of writers on fans websites, were asked to rank their favourite Reds players over the past 25 years. Ian Doyle caught up with Gerrard to look back on his Anfield career and pick some of his best moments.
Steven Gerrard: My life at Liverpool and my favourite moments
Our team of writers, and a select group of writers on fans websites, were asked to rank their favourite Reds players over the past 25 years. Ian Doyle caught up with Gerrard to look back on his Anfield career and pick some of his best moments.