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Accam eyeing MLS Cup in final season with Chicago Fire

Chicago Fire attacker David Accam is eyeing a big feat as he enters his final year with the Major League Soccer outfit. The Ghanaian joined the Men in Red in 2015, and having won back-to back Most Valuable Player of the Season accolades, he has become a top transfer target for a host of European clubs.

Steelers’ Joey Porter to plead guilty to fracas citations

Pittsburgh Steelers assistant coach Joey Porter plans to plead guilty to a disorderly conduct citation stemming from a dispute with a bar bouncer and a police officer last month. Porter’s defense attorney, Robert Del Greco , tells The Associated Press that Porter will plead guilty in City Court on Tuesday afternoon.

Why did Ricky Slade pick Penn State? The answer, a scouting report, and more from C.D. Hylton head coach Tony Lilly

Tony Lilly was a second-team All-American in Florida and played in the NFL for four seasons, netting nine interceptions. He’s also coached a number of FBS prospects, including Ohio State lineman Matthew Burrell, Virginia Tech 1,000-yard rusher Travon McMillian, Connecticut linebacker E.J. Levenberry, and current Penn State offensive lineman Chasz Wright.

Manchester City v Monaco Betting: Why backing goals at both ends looks a strong selection

With both teams looking stronger in attack than at the back this season, Al Hain-Cole expects plenty of goalmouth action at the Etihad Stadium Manchester City will be hoping to put one foot in the Champions League quarter-finals when they welcome Monaco to the Etihad Stadium for Tuesday’s last 16 clash. Pep Guardiola’s men were held to a 0-0 FA Cup draw by Championship side Huddersfield Town at the weekend but are 3/5 favourites with bet365 to take control of this tie with a first-leg victory.

Valencia v Real Madrid Betting: Action packed affair expected for Zidane’s free-scoring side

Los Blancos last six league visits to Mestalla have seen 31 goals scored and we our Spanish tipster is expecting another goal-filled encounter Real Madrid travel to Valencia for the rearranged league game they had originally been scheduled to play when they were at the Club World Cup in December. Zinedine Zidane’s men were top of La Liga when they went off to the tournament in Japan two months ago and they remain at the summit, with this game potentially hugely significant in the title race.

Rooney returns to Manchester United training

The club captain is closing in on a return to fitness as the Red Devils return to Europa League action ahead of Sunday’s EFL Cup final The United captain has been out with what manager Jose Mourinho described as “a small muscular injury”, missing the last-32 first leg against the Ligue 1 side as well as an FA Cup win at Blackburn Rovers. Mourinho had suggested Rooney would not be available to face Saint-Etienne as he had not trained with the first team, while he remains a doubt for the EFL Cup final against Southampton on Sunday.

Cristiano Ronaldo poses with his Bugatti Veyron

The Portuguese has been spending some quality time with one of his prized possessions and is not afraid to show it to the world Cristiano Ronaldo has taken time out from Real Madrid’s title challenge to show off one of his favourite toys, a Bugatti Veyron. The 32-year-old posted a picture of himself on Instagram posing alongside the car which he splashed out on after winning Euro 2016 with Portugal last summer.

Zidane: Barcelona are not in crisis

The Frenchman has played down the Catalans’ recent poor form and has also given updates on the futures of Isco, Pepe and James Rodriguez Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane insists rivals Barcelona are not in crisis after a Champions League thrashing by PSG was followed by an unconvincing win over struggling Leganes. The Catalan giants’ hopes of winning the European Cup look over after being beaten 4-0 in the first leg by Unai Emery’s men while they struggled to respond at the weekend needing a late penalty to win 2-1.

Lippi backs Allegri for Juventus stay

The Italian has been linked with a move away from Turin at the end of the season but is being tipped to remain at the club Former Juventus head coach Marcello Lippi has backed Massimiliano Allegri to remain in charge of the Serie A champions, despite speculation regarding his future. Allegri has clashed with a number of his own players in recent weeks, while he has also been linked to the Arsenal manager’s job as Arsene Wenger’s potential successor.

Scholes tells Man Utd: Give Carrick a new deal

The former United midfielder has insisted that his old team-mate should be kept on for another year beyond the 2016-17 campaign Paul Scholes says he wouldn’t hesitate offering Michael Carrick a new one-year contract at Manchester United if he was the man in charge at the club. Carrick was given a one-year deal by United last summer in one of Jose Mourinho’s first decisions upon taking over from Louis van Gaal at Ol Trafford.

AFC Cup 2017: Club Valencia 1-1 Mohun Bagan – The Mariners come home with a valuable away goal

A quick strike from Darryl Duffy was canceled out by a penalty after Subhasish Bose was adjudged to have handled the ball… Mohun Bagan returned home with a point after a 1-1 draw in their 2017 AFC Cup South Zone play-off with Maldives’ side, Club Valencia at Male. The Mariners had the lead through Darryl Duffy but Godfrey West Omodu struck from the penalty spot in the 72nd minute to earn both teams a point a piece.

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain: This is what Alexis Sanchez thought a…

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger surprisingly opted to throw on his superstar striker in the 74th minute on Monday, when Arsenal were 2-0 up in their FA Cup clash with the non-League side. It was a risk for the 20-goal hitman on the plastic 3G pitch at Gander Green Lane and Oxlade-Chamberlain confessed the tie left the Chile ace wide-eyed.

Real Madrid ace determined to leave: Chelsea and Man United keen

Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo recently claimed Chelsea, Manchester United, Manchester City and Arsenal are all keen on the 24-year-old. 50. David Luiz – Luiz’s return to Chelsea came as one of the biggest surprises of the 2016 summer window Speaking after Real beat Espanyol at the weekend, Isco told beIN Sports : “I’m calm.

On cusp of playoff spot, Islanders head on long road trip

After climbing back into the playoff race with nearly unbeatable play at home the last month, the New York Islanders will need to quickly find a way to win on the road to preserve their postseason hopes On cusp of playoff spot, Islanders head on long road trip After climbing back into the playoff race with nearly unbeatable play at home the last month, the New York Islanders will need to quickly find a way to win on the road to preserve their postseason hopes Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2lpFbyv New York Islanders right wing Ryan Strome reacts after scoring a goal during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the New Jersey Devils, Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017, in New York.

Sport24.co.za | Penalty! Read now …

The internet is a tangled ‘web’ and stories can pass you by in seconds. Here are 10 soccer articles you may have missed on Monday, February 20. 1. After nearly four months without a head coach, Orlando Pirates have finally revealed the name of their next mentor.

Sport24.co.za | Death overs still shaky for Proteas

That South Africa won both of their most recent ODI fixtures nevertheless, speaks volumes for their general proficiency and imperiousness at present they are, in fact, on a SA record-equalling roll of 12 victories on the trot in the format. But with the bigger picture of June’s ICC Champions Trophy in mind, the Proteas’ main strategists will be acutely aware that they leaked too many runs either in or toward the death overs, first against Sri Lanka at Centurion, bowling second, and then against New Zealand at Hamilton bowling first.

Quiz: Name the Liverpool team that stunned Barca on this day

A decade ago today, Liverpool visited Barcelona in the Champions League and returned home victorious. But can you remember who represented the Reds on that unforgettable evening at the Camp Nou? A Barca team containing the likes of Lionel Messi, Ronaldinho and Xavi started the game in a fashion befitting their status as European champions and deservedly took the lead through Deco’s 14th-minute header.

Ankiel says he drank vodka before starts to tame anxiety

In this May 10, 2001, file photo, St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Rick Ankiel pitches during the second inning against the Pittsburgh Piartes at Busch Stadium in St. Louis. Ankiel said Monday, Feb. 21, 2017, that he drank vodka before his first two starts in 2001 to quell anxiety after throwing five wild pitches in one inning during the previous season’s playoffs.

U.S. ski team leans on superstars in Olympics

Dressed as comic book superheroes, American skiers were often merely mortal at the last world championships before the 2018 Olympics. A tally of three medals – one of each color, all won by female superstars – surely did not rise above expectations from an 11-event program that ended Sunday in the sun-soaked Swiss Alps.

Swimmers urge to take the plunge for fundraiser

Ryedale Swim and Fitness Centre in Pickering is among 600 venues nationally hosting Swimathon to help raise vital funds for Marie Curie, one of the UK’s leading charity for people living with a terminal illness and their families. Now in its 30th year, Swimathon will take place across the weekend of April 7 to 9. Swimmers can challenge themselves to distances 5k, 2.5k or 1.5k, entering individual or in teams.

Sutton switch focus to avoiding relegation after Arsenal end FA Cup run

Sutton chairman Bruce Elliott has said the club must focus on avoiding relegation from the National League after the “wonderful distraction” of a run to the FA Cup fifth round. Arsenal brought Sutton’s fairytale run to an end with a 2-0 win on the plastic pitch at Gander Green Lane through goals from Lucas Perez and Theo Walcott, but it was not a night anyone at the club would forget in a hurry.

Jacobs Feels Golovkin’s Hype is Built on Calculated Matchmaking

Daniel “The Miracle Man” Jacobs is convinced that he will not require a miracle to beat Gennady “GGG” Golovkin , who holds the WBC, WBA, IBO, IBF middleweight titles. Jacobs believes that he will be the first serious test for Kazakhstan’s dangerous puncher when they meet on March 18 at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

BMC polls: Sachin Tendulkar casts his vote6 min ago

Mumbai [India], Feb.21 : Former Indian cricketer and Rajya Sabha MP Sachin Tendulkar today cast his vote, along with his wife Anjali, at a polling booth in Mumbai along with his wife to cast their votes in Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections. After giving his vote, the Master Blaster urged the nation to come and cast vote if they wanted to bring change.

Savouring Sea UrchinDemystifying the shellfish.A sea urchin’s spiny…

The stillness of a misty February morning is broken by a splash as diver Tony Mulhall plunges into the frigid waters off British Columbia’s North Coast. Fighting bone-chilling temperatures, strong currents, and the all-too-real possibility of kelp entanglement, he swims down to the rocks below in search of Strongylocentrotus droebachiensis and Strongylocentrotus franciscanus -green and red sea urchin.

Re: Lost in the Shuffle?

With Patrick Patterson injured, and Bebe, Pascal Siakam and Jared Sullinger all having their issues in recent weeks, it’s opened the door for Jakob Poeltl to establish himself as a rotation player in the NBA. He’s grabbed that opportunity by the horns, delivering two solid starts, despite losing both games, and then working as the lone big man on the floor in a masterful fourth quarter comeback against Charlotte surrounded by guards.

Angels’ Espinosa eager for Orange County homecoming in trade

” Growing up three miles from Angel Stadium, Danny Espinosa got to watch all the heroes of the 2002 Anaheim Angels championship team: Troy Percival, Garret Anderson, Tim Salmon and Darin Erstad, among others. Espinosa got the break most players only dream about when the Washington Nationals traded him in the offseason to the Los Angeles Angels, where he’s slated to be the team’s everyday second baseman.