Sturridge can't commit future to Liverpool 10:39 AM GMT Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge has said he cannot rule out leaving Anfield in the future. Sturridge, 26, signed for Liverpool from Chelsea in 2013 and he has since scored 43 Premier League goals from 67 appearances, although his time on Merseyside has been hampered by injuries. The England international was left on the bench for the … [Read more...]
Where to find Real Betis vs. Barcelona on TV
Where to find Real Betis vs. Barcelona on TV If you’re trying to find out how you can watch Real Betis vs. Barcelona in La Liga, you’ve come to the right place. The pivotal league match kicks off today after Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid play earlier in the day. And with all three teams in the race to try to win the Primera Liga title, here are all of the details of where you can watch it on … [Read more...]
Leicester go from sex-tape to tickertape after Bangkok orgy
Leicester go from sex-tape to tickertape after Bangkok orgy Bangkok (AFP) – A sex-tape of a racially charged orgy in a Bangkok hotel was a public relations catastrophe for Thai-owned Leicester City — but it proved an unlikely turning point in their journey to the top of the English Premier League. The offending video featured three young players including James Pearson, son of then manager Nigel … [Read more...]
Griffiths bemoans ‘disappointing’ season as title nears
Griffiths bemoans ‘disappointing’ season as title nears Glasgow (AFP) – Leigh Griffiths says it has been a disappointing season for Celtic, despite the Hoops closing in on the Scottish Premiership title. The Scotland striker has been in the form of his career and is the country’s top scorer with 38 goals. His goal-scoring exploits and match-winning performances have led to a PFA Scotland Player … [Read more...]
Vardy absence won’t stop Leicester title coronation, says Simpson
Vardy absence won’t stop Leicester title coronation, says Simpson London (AFP) – Leicester City defender Danny Simpson insists the prolonged absence of star striker Jamie Vardy won’t stop the Premier League leaders clinching the most incredible title triumph in English football history at Manchester United on Sunday. Claudio Ranieri’s side have the eyes of the world on them as they head to Old … [Read more...]
Weekly Picks: PL Predictions GW 36
Weekly Picks: PL Predictions GW 36 Don’t believe the hype. Especially if it’s yours. I’ve always thought that Roberto Martinez got away with failings that other managers would not. His affable charm and relentless positivity used to work in his favour. But after an unacceptably shabby season at Goodison, the tide has turned. Martinez teams have always flattered to deceive. They appear great on … [Read more...]
Willian may be latest taker on CSL payday
Willian may be latest taker on CSL payday 1:27 AM GMT The summer window will be opening before you know it, and rumours around the world are picking up steam. As always, Transfer Talk has its finger on the pulse when it comes to the latest gossip. See the latest deals here. TOP STORY: Willian headed for CSL payday? Chelsea midfielder Willian could be the latest player to cash in with a move to … [Read more...]
Most-watched live soccer games on US TV for weekend of April 22-25, 2016
Most-watched live soccer games on US TV for weekend of April 22-25, 2016 It was a more interesting weekend than usual in terms of soccer TV ratings as the FA Cup returned to the airwaves as Everton-Manchester United and Crystal Palace-Watford battled to try to win their way to the final. Unfortunately for most viewers, the games were pushed to FOX Sports 2, so the lackluster TV ratings were … [Read more...]
Detroit announcement shows fallacy of unfettered MLS expansion
Detroit announcement shows fallacy of unfettered MLS expansion About a year ago, I attended a convention in downtown Detroit. This meeting of about 5,000 professionals took place at various sites throughout the city and was designed to show that Detroit was back. A city of great history, musical tradition, and sporting prowess was being revitalized by aggressive private sector investment and … [Read more...]
Mexico’s Club America retain CONCACAF Champions League crown
Mexico’s Club America retain CONCACAF Champions League crown Mexican giants Club America clinched back-to-back CONCACAF Champions League crowns on Wednesday after coming from behind to beat fellow Liga MX side Tigres 2-1, sealing a 4-1 aggregate victory. America had been heavy favorites to retain their continental crown and seal their place in this year’s FIFA Club World Cup after a superb 2-0 … [Read more...]