On Monday, The Irish Sun reported UFC star Conor McGregor and boxing’s biggest star, Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather , had finally reached an agreement to fight. After months of intense negotiations, representatives for the Notorious have thrashed out a money-spinning contract with ‘Money’ Mayweather’s camp in recent days.
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Fired for Venus Williams remark, ex-commentator sues ESPN
Doug Adler, a tennis commentator dropped by ESPN for a remark about Venus Williams during the Australian Open, sued the sports network Tuesday for wrongful termination Fired for Venus Williams remark, ex-commentator sues ESPN Doug Adler, a tennis commentator dropped by ESPN for a remark about Venus Williams during the Australian Open, sued the sports network Tuesday for wrongful termination Check out this story on lakecountrynow.com: http://usat.ly/2lgJMoD Serena Williams beat her sister Venus in straight sets to win the Australian Open and now stands alone as the all-time leader in women’s Grand Slam titles in the Open Era.
NSAC would ‘certainly’ approve Floyd Mayweather-Conor McGregor bout
… of a mega fight for months. Nevada State Athletic Commission Executive Director Bob Bennett told USA TODAY Sports on Tuesday evening that he doesn’t “anticipate any issues” in regards to the sanctioning of the possible Mayweather-McGregor bout. …
Qualifier King upsets Tomic in first round of Memphis Open
Darian King, a qualifier from Barbados, knocked off No. 5 seed Bernard Tomic 6-4, 6-4 on Tuesday in the first round of the Memphis Open.
Floyd Mayweather curbs Conor McGregor enthusiasm
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Barcelona got crushed because PSG completely eviscerated their midfield
Barcelona walked into the Parc des Princes as heavy favorites to topple Paris Saint-Germain and put one foot into the Champions League quarterfinals. Instead, they left in shambles, having been completely torn apart by PSG, 4-0, and left to wonder what happened to their midfield.
Bayern, Arsenal seek to lift domestic gloom
Berlin: Bayern Munich and Arsenal meet in their big-name Champions League round of 16 first leg on Wednesday, both hoping European success will help lift mid-season gloom on their domestic fronts. Bayern are on track for a record-extending fifth consecutive title with a seven-point lead thanks to their 2-0 win over Ingolstadt on Saturday.
Fired for Venus Williams remark, ex-commentator sues ESPN
A tennis commentator dropped by ESPN for a remark about Venus Williams during the Australian Open has sued the sports network for wrongful termination. Former tennis pro Doug Adler maintains he was describing Williams’ aggressive style last month as “guerrilla” tactics and not comparing her with a “gorilla.”
Jesus out with broken foot
Gabriel Jesus celebrates after scoring Manchester City’s winner against Swansea City at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester on February 5. Photo: AFP Manchester City’s Brazilian goal-scoring sensation Gabriel Jesus has broken a foot, the club said Tuesday, sparking fears he may miss the rest of the season. The 19-year-old striker, who has scored three goals in five games since joining City in January, suffered a “fractured metatarsal” bone against Bournemouth on Monday.
Many US Olympic hopefuls getting first looks at Pyeongchang
… figure skating and curling either have held or are currently contesting international events there, and other sports – alpine skiing, nordic skiing, bobsled, skeleton and biathlon included – are will do so in the next few weeks. “It’s kind of …
Many US Olympic hopefuls getting first looks at Pyeongchang
… figure skating and curling either have held or are currently contesting international events there, and other sports – alpine skiing, nordic skiing, bobsled, skeleton and biathlon included – are will do so in the next few weeks. “It’s kind of …
Man City striker Jesus suffers fractured metatarsal
Manchester City can confirm Gabriel Jesus suffered a fractured metatarsal during the 2-0 win over Bournemouth on Monday night. The 19-year-old was withdrawn from action after 15 minutes of the game and assessed by the Club’s medical staff.
Man City striker Jesus suffers fractured metatarsal
Manchester City can confirm Gabriel Jesus suffered a fractured metatarsal during the 2-0 win over Bournemouth on Monday night. The 19-year-old was withdrawn from action after 15 minutes of the game and assessed by the Club’s medical staff.
Gabriel Jesus sidelined for Man City
The 19-year-old Brazil striker limped out of City’s Premier League win at Bournemouth on Monday after just 15 minutes and underwent tests on Tuesday morning. The club are unsure how long the player will be sidelined but there are fears he could be out for up to three months.
Gabriel Jesus sidelined for Man City
The 19-year-old Brazil striker limped out of City’s Premier League win at Bournemouth on Monday after just 15 minutes and underwent tests on Tuesday morning. The club are unsure how long the player will be sidelined but there are fears he could be out for up to three months.
Ronaldo to carry the load for Madrid against Napoli
With Gareth Bale not fully fit and Karim Benzema still struggling, it will be Cristiano Ronaldo again carrying the load for Real Madrid in the Champions League. And that shouldn’t be a problem for the defending champions – Ronaldo has scored in every last 16 game he has played with Madrid the last five seasons, with 14 goals in total.
Ronaldo to carry the load for Madrid against Napoli
With Gareth Bale not fully fit and Karim Benzema still struggling, it will be Cristiano Ronaldo again carrying the load for Real Madrid in the Champions League. And that shouldn’t be a problem for the defending champions – Ronaldo has scored in every last 16 game he has played with Madrid the last five seasons, with 14 goals in total.
Man City’s Gabriel Jesus is out for the season and it’s great …
… squad – with 5 more players expected shortly. Unfortunately, the big mid-season update is nowhere to be seen from EA Sports, despite several leaks suggesting which players from the Premier League, Bundesliga, La Liga, Seria A and more could be in …
Man City’s Gabriel Jesus is out for the season and it’s great …
… squad – with 5 more players expected shortly. Unfortunately, the big mid-season update is nowhere to be seen from EA Sports, despite several leaks suggesting which players from the Premier League, Bundesliga, La Liga, Seria A and more could be in …
John Stones warns Chelsea: There’s no reason Man City can’t wi…
Man City closed the gap to Antonio Conte’s league leaders to eight points last night with victory over Bournemouth . CHARLIE NICHOLAS has run the rule over some of Manchester City’s players who are tipped for a summer transfer.
John Stones warns Chelsea: There’s no reason Man City can’t wi…
Man City closed the gap to Antonio Conte’s league leaders to eight points last night with victory over Bournemouth . CHARLIE NICHOLAS has run the rule over some of Manchester City’s players who are tipped for a summer transfer.
Bournemouth’s Harry Arter thanks Pep Guardiola for heartwarming gesture
Bournemouth midfielder Harry Arter has thanked Pep Guardiola for the “unbelievable touch” of wishing him luck with the birth of his child, which is due later this week. In December 2015, before Guardiola had accepted a job in English football, Arter and his partner Rachel’s daughter Renee was delivered stillborn.
Hornets linked with move for Huddersfield Town attacker Kachunga
The 24-year-old has been one of the Terriers’ star players this season with the side third in the Championship. Kachunga has scored ten goals this season and his form in a wide attacking role has reportedly attracted the interest of the Hornets.
Video: Liverpool 2-0 Spurs – the moments you didn’t see
Think you’ve watched all there is to see from Saturday’s 2-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur? Think again. Our latest ‘Inside Anfield’ video feature takes you behind the scenes at Anfield, on a night when Liverpool bounced back into form in emphatic fashion.
Former Rangers striker Kris Boyd backs Billy Davies for Ibrox vacancy
FORMER Rangers striker Kris Boyd has given his backing to Billy Davies for the vacant manager’s job at Ibrox. The resignation of Mark Warburton, assistant David Weir and head of recruitment Frank McParland was announced by the club on Friday evening and Davies is among the bookies’ favourites to take over.
Pep Guardiola targets Premier League leaders Chelsea as Man City climb to second
Pep Guardiola refused to rule out the prospect of Manchester City catching Chelsea after they moved up to second and within eight points of the Premier League leaders with a 2-0 win at Bournemouth. The Spaniard’s team impressed throughout at the Vitality Stadium with their intensity, ball retention and creativity as Raheem Sterling’s first-half finish and an own goal from Tyrone Mings secured victory.
Slaven Bilic has been charged by the FA over an incident during West Ham’s game with West Brom
West Ham manager Slaven Bilic has been charged with improper conduct for his behaviour during Saturday’s draw against West Brom, the Football Association has announced. Bilic was sent off by referee Michael Oliver after he angrily threw down a television microphone following West Brom’s late equaliser, which made it 2-2.
Pick my opponent, Pacquiao asks fans
Manny Pacquiao on Monday asked his legions of Twitter followers to choose his opponent after announcing his next world title defence will be in the United Arab Emirates. “See you in UAE for my next fight.
St Johnstone boss Tommy Wright dismisses speculation linking him with Rangers vacancy
Boss Tommy Wright’s focus remains solely on St Johnstone as he finds himself among the leading contenders for the Rangers job. Former Gers manager Alex McLeish appears to be the front runner for the post which became vacant on Friday night when the Ibrox club announced they had accepted the resignation of Mark Warburton and his management team, although the Englishman has denied standing down.
Partick Thistle make it to the quarter-finals – a Scottish Cup run at last for the Jags
Managers seduced by the pot of gold offered by Champions League qualification or maintaining Premier League status tend to field shadow teams in the early stages of the competition. Thistle match winner Adam Barton has direct experience of cup competitions south of the border in his days with clubs including Coventry and Portsmouth and he is delighted that the status of the William Hill Scottish Cup remains undiminished.
Tommy Burns would be proud of a Celtic team more entertaining than his and which can’t stop winning
IT is some 21 years since Tommy Burns’s Celtic team played football of the Gods, scored spectacular goals, would rather have died than go into any match with a negative set-up and lost just the one league game all season. Some of the stuff played over that campaign by, among others, Paul McStay, Jackie McNamara, John Collins, Andy Thom and Pierre van Hooijdonk lives long in the memory.
Rumour Mill: Rangers eye Stuart Webber, Ross Wilson | ‘No Celtic…
Rangers linked with Huddersfield guru and Southampton recruitment chief; James Forrest plays down talk of a domestic treble and Gers fans call for Senderos contract to be torn up James Forrest has refuted claims that Celtic are eyeing a domestic treble after the Parkhead side put six past Inverness Caledonian Thistle in the Scottish Cup. “So far we’ve won the League Cup and have done really well in the league,” said Forrest.
Petr Cech will not leave Arsenal in the summer
Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech will not be leaving the north London outfit in the summer transfer window, according to his agent. Cech has come under scrutiny for his performances recently and was at fault for gifting Cesc Fabregas a goal at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea ran out comfortable 3-1 winners on February 4. Joe Hart, Jordan Pickford and Guillaume Hubert have been linked with a move to Arsene Wenger’s side, while Wojciech Szczesny is expected back at Arsenal in the summer after his loan deal with Roma finishes.
Grigor Dimitrov and Alexander Zverev Lead Mid-February’s Winners and Losers
There are two versions of world No. 7 Marin Cilic . At his best, “Champion Cilic” is a powerful ball striker and one of the best players on fast surfaces like Wimbledon.
US beat Germany to advance to Fed Cup semifinals
CoCo Vandeweghe won the final 10 games to beat Germany’s Andrea Petkovic 3-6, 6-4, 6-0 on Sunday and give the United States an insurmountable 3-0 advantage in their Fed Cup quarterfinal match. The U.S. will host defending champion Czech Republic in the semifinal to be played April 22-23 at a site to be announced.
La Liga Table 2017 Week 22: Standings and Final Scores After Sunday
Antoine Griezmann scored a late winner to send Atletico Madrid back into the top four of La Liga on Sunday. Griezmann and Yannick Ferreira Carrasco both netted late on to help Atleti come from 2-1 behind to beat Celta Vigo 3-2 at the Vicente Calderon Stadium.
Zacks Investment Research Lowers MSG Networks Inc. (MSG) to Hold
According to Zacks, “The Madison Square Garden Company is involved in the sports, entertainment and media industries. The company’s business segment consists of MSG Sports, MSG Media and MSG Entertainment.
Nice fight back to draw at Rennes but title ambitions fade
Valentin Eysseric scored a late equaliser for OGC Nice as they battled back from two down to salvage a 2-2 draw at Rennes on Sunday but it was not enough to prevent the title hopefuls losing ground on Ligue 1 leaders Monaco. Eysseric broke past the home side’s defence in the 81st minute and sped away before finishing calmly past Benoit Costil to rescue a point.
US Tennis apologizes for Nazi-era anthem at Fed Cup match
Germany’s Andrea Petkovic hits to Uniuted States’ Alison Riske in a Fed Cup tennis quarterfinal in Lahaina, Hawaii, Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017. The United States Tennis Association has apologized after an outdated version of the German national anthem that later became associated with the Nazi regime was performed before a Fed Cup match in Hawaii.
VfL Wolfburg’s 600th home goal was one of the crispiest volleys you’ll see today
VfL Wolfsburg beat TSG Hoffenheim 2-1 on Sunday to secure a vital three points in the battle to avoid relegation. Maximilian Arnold’s equalizing goal in the 50th minute set the stage for their comeback, and it also marked the 600th home goal scored in the club’s history.