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American billionaire acquires £1.8b Arsenal as Usmanov sells stake
The deal with Usmanov takes Kroenke beyond the 90 per cent threshold that allows him to mount a mandatory bid for the remaining shares to gain 100 per cent of the London club. 'The financial viability of the deal must also be carefully examined, especially if the club will be purchased via a loan. Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has hit out at American billionaire Stan Kroenke's plans to take full... [Full Article...]
NCAA approves basketball rules changes: agents allowed, undrafted players can return
On the other hand, those players will be allowed to take more official visits to campuses, which the schools will pay for. If the NBA allows high school students to enter its draft, elite high school senior basketball players (as determined by US basketball) will be allowed to sign with an agent. [Full Article...]
Bournemouth: Brad Smith joins Seattle Sounders on loan
Smith joins just ahead of the MLS secondary transfer deadline, which closes at the end of the day August 8. Combined with his background, Brad's significant speed and versatility on the flanks make our team immediately better for the stretch run of the season. [Full Article...]
I haven't played well enough when it has counted, admits Rory McIlroy
My knee used to hurt a lot, but I could play around that. Yet rarely do the same critiques accompany the PGA, and Haigh said that's because "my hope and I think the plan is that the players are the story". I'm looking for 12 guys that will really accept the challenge ahead of us because it's been 25 years since we won in Europe'. Tiger Woods may just be "glad" he is back on the fairways, but... [Full Article...]
Chelsea agree to sell Thibaut Courtois to Real Madrid
Courtois , who had less than a year left on his Chelsea contract, wanted to move to Spain for personal reasons. But with the 24-year-old set to move only on loan, Real Madrid , who were so keen to keep him at the club know that he has excellent value in the market, and if he is to perform well in the Premier League, they could well ask for more than the €70 million they now rate him at. [Full Article...]
Alan Shearer And Ian Wright Make Their Premier League Predictions
Manchester City will attempt to become the first team to defend their title since the Red Devils achieved the feat in 2009. "I think we are not going to make any more signings", Guardiola said on Sky Sports . They get the ball forward quickly, it'll work for the first five to six games, and they need to get off to a flyer, but it could catch up with them after that. [Full Article...]
Results, points after Xfinity race at Watkins Glen
The 1988 NASCAR Winston Cup Series champion and current Hall of Famer has been signed to drive the GMS Racing No. 23 in the Xfinity Series at Road America in the Johnsonville 180. "He's excited about it", Chase Elliott said. It has not been an easy year. "That's what we've got to keep doing", Jones said. Busch regained the lead when the race restarted for the third and final stage when Elliott p... [Full Article...]
Thibaut Courtois asks to join Real Madrid, confirms agent
The player is understood to be keen on returning to La Liga after spending time there on loan with Atletico Madrid in the past, and is also motivated to head back to Spain , where his children now reside. "Contractually he's a Chelsea player, but he's another who had a fantastic World Cup and could play for any team in the world". Refuting claims that money is the sole reason behind his mov... [Full Article...]
Crusaders tame Lions for 9th Super title
Deprived of that platform, which is the bedrock of their game, the Lions had few other attacking ideas. Coach Scott Robertson, who performed a breakdance routine in front of his players to celebrate, has led the Crusaders to the title in each of his two years in charge. [Full Article...]
Michael Jordan responds to Donald Trump tweet
Grisham's statement came after President Trump posted a scathing tweet questioning James' intellectual capacity in response to an interview the basketball player gave to CNN which aired on Friday night. Lemon asked. "Well, in that case, I may", James said. In the interview, James said he "would never sit across" from Mr Trump, though he would talk to former president Barack Obama . [Full Article...]
Everton new boy Lucas Digne reveals Anfield snub
If Mina doesn't arrive at Everton - it won't be for a lack of effort on Digne's part. He had been linked with a departure from the club prior to the World Cup, but his performances in Russian Federation have increased his options and seen a variety of sides linked with him. [Full Article...]
Pick your Manchester United team to face Leicester City
Or they are investing massively like Liverpool , that is buying everything and everybody". The Frenchman was said to have rejoined with the squad following the hard birth his partner had that kept him out of previous pre-season fixtures. [Full Article...]
Sprint legend Usain Bolt to join Australian club for latest football trial
The eight-time Olympic gold medalist and the 100- and 200-meter world record holder has been chasing another career ambition since quitting quit track and field. The Mariners made two confirmed additions to their squad on Monday adding NPL products Jordan Murray and Josh MacDonald to their side. The Mariners said Bolt, 31, would arrive "later this month" with the aim to develop into a profession... [Full Article...]
Everton are set to sign another Brazilian attacker on a free transfer
Bernard is said to be excited to reignite his career in the Premier League, and Everton fought of competition from West Ham and Chelsea , if stories are to be believed. Bernard made his senior worldwide debut in 2012 and was in the Brazil squads which won the 2013 Confederations Cup and reached the 2014 World Cup semi-finals on home soil. [Full Article...]
L'ancien champion cycliste Jan Ullrich arrêté aux Baléares
L'ancien cycliste Jan Ullrich , seul Allemand vainqueur du Tour de France , en 1997, a été arrêté vendredi aux Baléares, soupçonné d'être entré de force chez son voisin et de l'avoir menacé, a annoncé la police espagnole samedi. Ce fait divers vient s'ajouter à des supposés problèmes d'alcool. Une séparation qui l'a éloigné de ses enfants vivant désormais en Allemagne. Une affaire qui n'est pas ... [Full Article...]
North Carolina suspends 13 football players for at least one game
UNC is a Jordan Brand sponsored program and players typically receive everything from team-inspired trainers to exclusive Air Jordan PEs, although it's unclear exactly which sneakers were sold by members of the team. He was 107-183 passing for 1,342 yards, eight touchdowns and three interceptions in 2017. Surratt's suspension changes the dynamic of the quarterback competition headed into the sea... [Full Article...]
Courtois could leave Chelsea if he is not motivated, says Sarri
Mundo Deportivo even suggest that Chelsea could sign Oblak before 5pm on Thursday, which would mean Courtois would have until the end of the month to finalise his move to the Bernabeu, with the Spanish window not closing for a further three weeks. [Full Article...]
Outside firm will head Meyer probe; expected to take 2 weeks
The University placed Meyer on adminstrative leave last week after a report surfaced that he had knowledge of a former assistant, Zach Smith , abusing his ex-wife. COLUMBUS, Ohio- A group rallied in support of the Ohio State football team and its head coach Urban Meyer Monday evening. Hamms said the rally is to show support for who Meyer is as a person and coach. [Full Article...]
Andy Murray bat Copil et fond en larmes — ATP Washington
Mais finir à 3 heures du matin n'est bon pour personne, ni pour le tournoi, ni pour les joueurs, la télé, les fans, personne", a-t-il tonné devant la presse. Une émotion qui s'explique aisément lorsqu'on sait que le sportif écossais revient de loin: en 2017, il a subit une importante opération à la hanche. [Full Article...]
Alexander Zverev bat son frère, Pouille et Isner éliminés, à Washington — Tennis
Au terme d'une énorme bataille dans lequel il avait chipé le premier set, le Russe s'est finalement incliné 5-7, 7-6 (6), 6-4. C'était lors de leur premier duel, disputé à Bâle en 2014. Par conséquent, aucune de ces informations ne peut être reproduite, modifiée, rediffusée, traduite, exploitée commercialement ou réutilisée de quelque manière que ce soit sans l'accord préalable écrit de Belga. [Full Article...]