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Manchester United will back Solskjaer in coronavirus-impacted transfer window
The Old Trafford club recorded revenue close to £630m last season, although that figure was already set to drop this year even before the impact of coronavirus kicked in, owing to competing in the Europa League rather than the Champions League. [Full Article...]
Kevin De Bruyne believes the Premier League campaign WILL be finished
De Bruyne said: "I'm just waiting". "The club has told us that they will appeal the decision, and they are 100 per cent convinced that they are in the right", De Bruyne said. "I think Pep said he will take his year anyway no matter what". Then his contract ends. "But I'm not going to let my decision depend on what Pep is doing", he added. [Full Article...]
Tennessee Titans' full 17-week schedule to be released next week
While the majority of the week's schedule would remain on Sundays, along with the primetime Monday and Thursday slates, some stand-alone games could be reset for Saturdays . But the Saturday plan makes a lot of sense as it would create an open TV window for the NFL. The initial schedule also won't have any Saturday games despite the idea being thrown around earlier this week. [Full Article...]
Federal judge dismisses unequal pay claim from U.S. women’s soccer team
Soccer Federation in both parts of the players' suit. The judge rejected the women's position that they ended up getting paid more than the men only because they played more games and were more successful than the men's team. That submitting brought about an uproar and led to the resignation of USSF president Carlos Cordeiro , who was changed by Cindy Parlow Cone , a former nationwide group pa... [Full Article...]
Hafthor Bjornsson Breaks World Record With 501KG Deadlift
Hafthor Bjornsson will be attempting to break United Kingdom strongman and former world's strongest man Eddie Hall's 500kg lift. I'm happy with this. "And I've made a decision to call it". Hall and Bjornsson have gone back and forth on social media in the past, and Hall has stated that the world record should not count since it is not in a competitive environment. [Full Article...]
L'étranger plutôt que le Bayern pour Werner
L'attaquant international du RB Leipzig, un temps dans la ligne de mire du Real Madrid, a en effet clairement écarté de la course tous les clubs allemands, y compris le géant bavarois. Il est également important que le respect mutuel soit là autant que possible. "C'est pour ça que j'ai choisi Leipzig à l'époque et c'est un paramètre qui comptera aussi pour mon futur club". [Full Article...]
French Cup and French League Cup could affect Europa League places
PSG were awarded the title with second-placed Olympique de Marseille securing direct access to the Champions League group phase. "If it is not possible to play in France we will play our matches overseas, subject to the best conditions for our players and the safety of all our staff". [Full Article...]
Mike Tyson Shows Off His Boxing Skills at 53
I think I'm going to box some exhibitions and get in shape. The former unified champion has not fought since being stopped by Kevin McBride 15 years ago, but has said he wants to fight again and "make some money to help some homeless and drug-affected motherf****** like me". [Full Article...]
NCAA board backs name, image and likeness compensation plan
Val Ackerman, the Big East commissioner and co-chair of the NCAA's working group, called group licensing now "unworkable" because of the lack of a bargaining agent on behalf of student athletes. That move came after California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill in September which essentially would allow student athletes to sign endorsement deals and hire agents. [Full Article...]
Saison terminée, le PSG champion — France
De son côté, Lille (4), qui espérait jusqu'au bout trouver le moyen de doubler les Bretons au classement via un mode de calcul différent, se contentera de la Ligue Europa . La décision a été prise après que le gouvernement français eut annulé les ligues de football et de rugby du pays. En bas de tableau de Domino's Ligue 2 , la situation demeure floue. [Full Article...]
Amiens : Joannin crie à l’injustice et promet de se battre
Cette décision est pour notre club, l'ensemble de nos joueurs, entraîneurs, administratifs, bénévoles et supporters extrêmement lourde de conséquences . Au lendemain de l'annonce du gouvernement de l'arrêt des championnats professionnels, la LFP a donc décidé, jeudi, de reléguer les 19e et 20e du classement (Amiens et Toulouse) en D2, actant dans le même temps la promotion de Lorient et Lens dans ... [Full Article...]
N.C. governor approves Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte
Earlier this month, NASCAR said racing would potentially return in May without fans in attendance. NASCAR for now is trying to schedule events only at tracks within driving distance to the Charlotte region so teams can get to a track, compete and return home in one day without needing air travel or hotel accommodations. [Full Article...]
Le gouvernement offre 50 euros pour la réparation d’un vélo
Concrètement pour les particuliers que nous sommes, cette aide va ressembler à un coup de pouce sous la forme d'un forfait de 50 euros pour faire réparer sa bicyclette d'occasion: changer des freins, remplacer ses vieux pneus ou avoir des lumières en état de fonctionnement. [Full Article...]
Irrfan Khan was an encouraging man — Smilie Suri
Irrfan Khan has been a known face not just in Bollywood but also in global cinema. However, he had carved out a niche for himself as an actor who could shapeshift into any role, no matter how big or small, and leave a lasting impression. [Full Article...]
Legendary Indian footballer Subimal 'Chuni' Goswami passes away
The former Indian footballer is survived by his wife Basanti and son Sudipto. Goswami was suffering from underlying ailments, including sugar, prostrate and nerve problems. He had made 46 first-class appearances for Bengal and had also captained the state side between 1962 and 1973. Goswami was conferred the Arjuna Award as well as the Padmashree. [Full Article...]
Liverpool mayor fears 'farcical' scenes if Premier League resumes
When the English top-flight was postponed on 13 March, runaway leaders Liverpool were just two wins from clinching the title. It is understood that the club wants its players to be on standby should the Premier League step up its plans, dubbed "Project Restart", to return to action. [Full Article...]
Football fraternity condoles demise of former Liverpool striker Michael Robinson
Charming man, bon viveur, told great stories. Liverpool also shared condolences with their former player's family and friends. City, Brighton , Osasuna and Barcelona were among other clubs who took to social media to pay tribute to Robinson, while world number two tennis player Rafa Nadal described him as "one who always made us happy about sport" in a message on Twitter . [Full Article...]
Former Jags' Telvin Smith Allegedly Gave Underage Girl $100 For Sex Acts
SWAT team officers and undercover detectives were spotted at Smith's house in Jacksonville before he was taken into custody, according to WJXT's Vic Micolucci . According to that report, Smith was seen in handcuffs but not arrested as a result of the November 27 police search. In his last season with the Jaguars, Smith finished with 134 tackles and two interceptions. [Full Article...]
Incertitude sur l'organisation des JO de Tokyo déjà reportés en 2021 — Coronavirus
Reportés à l'été 2021 , les JO risquent fortement d'être annulés si l'épidémie de Coronavirus n'est pas maîtrisée d'ici là. Dans ce cas, les Jeux seront supprimés. Si aucun vaccin n'est disponible, " je ne dis pas qu'ils ne devraient pas avoir lieu mais ce serait excessivement difficile ", a-t-il déclaré. Le 20 mars dernier, Kentaro Iwata , infectiologue, avait montré son inquiétude v... [Full Article...]
Ligue 1 & 2: France's top two divisions will not resume this season
There will be no sports events or festivals gathering more than 5,000 people until at least September. Professional football , rugby and other sports can not resume until the end of the summer, the premier said. French rugby union federation president Bernard Laporte said the announcement gave clubs clarity. "As since the beginning of this health crisis, the LFP will strictly follow the instru... [Full Article...]