Speaking to the media ahead of Chelsea’s trip to Spurs, Enzo Maresca was asked about two of the new faces at Stamford Bridge this season. As we’ve grown accustomed to, Chelsea signed heaps of talent in the summer window. Looking to build on last season’s top-four finish, they recruited heavily both before and after the Club World Cup. The forward areas got most of the attention, and now the Blues are stacked with attacking threat. That’s great for a multitude of reasons, but it does give Maresca some selection headaches.Compared to 18-year-old Estevao, the two new left-wingers — Alejandro Garnacho…
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Real Madrid announced earlier this week that they intend to pursue damages from UEFA for their rule in bringing down The Superleague, following a court ruling earlier this week. Barcelona are the only other side that are still part of the competition with Los Blancos.That legal action could go as high as €4.7b should Real Madrid be successful, say some sources, a figure which would change the shape of European football. Barcelona could in theory join them in that legal action, as the only other side involved in the Superleague. Should they do so, they could tackle a significant part…
The Celtics have two starters listed on the injury report ahead of their 8 p.m. Saturday game against the Rockets. Derrick White (bilateral neck stiffness) and Payton Pritchard (left ankle sprain) are both probable for the game. Jayson Tatum remains out with his Achilles injury. Pritchard and White have been consistent starters for the Celtics to open the season. The probable designation shows that they’re likely to play Saturday. Both guards have had slow shooting starts to the season as they’ll look to climb out of their respective slumpsThe Rockets have a pair of players listed for Saturday’s game in…
Barcelona face Elche on Sunday in desperate need of a result and a performance, following successive away defeats to Sevilla, and notably, Real Madrid in El Clasico. Amid an injury crisis and poor showings, Hansi Flick has aWhile Barcelona were close to equalising in the final stages against Real Madrid, they were outplayed in the first hour of the game. Any response will have to come without Pedri, and there is growing discontent within Can Barca at fitness team and their preparation of the side. Flick has drawn some conclusions from their loss to Real Madrid though, as to where…
That was the thinking behind an article Greg Swartz of Bleacher Report published on October 23, in which he named James as the No. 1 trade target of the San Antonio Spurs heading into the regular season. James has missed the first six contests of the 2025-26 campaign and is likely to remain sidelined for multiple weeks into the future due to complications from sciatica. But L.A. (4-2) has looked dangerous, with both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves dominating at various times early in the year. Los Angeles is building toward a post-James future already, as the legendary hooper will…
Barca chiefs are said to fear that the condition could be chronic – with no obvious cure.The condition causes muscles to converge in the pubic area, prompting discomfort.Club icon Lionel Messi suffered with similar issues as a young player at Barcelona.Barca chiefs are said to fear that the condition could be chronic – with no obvious cure.But the Argentine, now 38, was able to manage the condition without it hampering his performances.Speaking to Buenos Aires radio station club94.7 six years ago, Messi said: “Pubalgia is complicated.Buenos AiresBut the Argentine, now 38, was able to manage the condition without it hampering…
Erling Haaland is ready to play as Manchester City take on Bournemouth in the Premier League on Sunday. The striker’s goalscoring run came to an end last weekend in a 1-0 defeat by Aston Villa, as he failed to net in a game for the first time since AugustPep Guardiola revealed new update on fitness of in-form striker heading into the weekend Haaland thought he had rescued a point with a late equaliser, sliding in and colliding with the back post before the ball crossed the line, only to be denied by the offside flag. And that knock against the…
Hubert Davis, the head coach of the University of North Carolina (UNC) Tar Heels men’s basketball team, has made a remarkable impact both on and off the court, and his latest gesture has solidified his legacy as not only a leader in sports but also a champion for social causes. In an unprecedented move, Davis has broken records by personally donating a staggering $11.5 million, a sum that is set to make a significant difference in various pressing global issues, including food equity, climate justice, and the fight against climate change. The donation, one of the largest of its kind…
**Top Star Player Commits to UNC Basketball Over Tennessee Vols** In a major victory for the University of North Carolina (UNC) basketball program, the No. 1 ranked high school basketball recruit in America has announced his commitment to the Tar Heels over the University of Tennessee Volunteers. This move has sent shockwaves through the college basketball world, and for good reason—UNC has just secured a future superstar. The player, widely regarded as the top prospect in the class, has been the subject of intense recruitment battles between some of the best programs in the country. His decision to join…
**Memphis Tigers Announce $500 Million Renovation Project for Simmons Bank Memorial Stadium** In a momentous move for both Memphis sports and the city at large, the University of Memphis Tigers have officially approved a $500 million renovation project for Simmons Bank Memorial Stadium. This transformative development promises to usher in a new era for Memphis Tiger football and enhance the fan experience for years to come. The renovation, which is set to begin in the coming months, will breathe new life into the stadium, improving both its infrastructure and amenities. The project is expected to be completed in…