No matter which numbers you cite, it all adds up to lots of drab and dull football for Manchester United. The third goal less draw this week came today as Man United managed only a 0-0 result at Crystal Palace today. Across all competitions that's 270 minutes of regulation play without scoring. Add in all the extra time sessions and it's now 325 minutes without a goal. … [Read more...] about Man United’s goalless streak by the numbers
Archives for October 2015
Diego Costa kicks Liverpool Defender Skrtel in the chest (photo)
Chelsea striker Diego Costa took the proverbial "kick 'em when they're down" to the literal level today, and he may face Football Association sanctions because of it. Costa kicked Martin Skrtel, Liverpool's best Defender in the chest while Skrtel lay down on the pitch. Costa could face sanctions by the FA over this. Take a look at the photo, and link to The Independent story … [Read more...] about Diego Costa kicks Liverpool Defender Skrtel in the chest (photo)
Van Gaal has funny take on Scholes’ critique of club (video)
Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal gave his weekly press conference today, and he was his usual, entertaining self. We say "usual" loosely, as the last few press sessions were relatively dull, especially by Van Gaal standards. Today however, was a lot of fun to watch. … [Read more...] about Van Gaal has funny take on Scholes’ critique of club (video)
Di Maria admits he never wanted to join MUFC
It's not exactly news that Angel Di Maria didn't adjust well to life at Manchester United, or living in England in general. We've also known for awhile that Di Maria didn't gel with United Manager Louis van Gaal. On transfer deadline day, Di Maria publicly blasted Van Gaal, and blamed his philosophy for why he didn't flourish at Old Trafford. Di Maria was sold to Paris … [Read more...] about Di Maria admits he never wanted to join MUFC
Jurgen Klopp gives Jose Mourinho back-handed compliment
This weekend's biggest Premier League fixture is Liverpool versus Chelsea, where the story lines are in abundance. Although the two English giants are nowhere near the top of the table, you still have plenty of intrigue in this one. On one side, you have a man who his managing just his second league game with his new club in Jurgen Klopp. … [Read more...] about Jurgen Klopp gives Jose Mourinho back-handed compliment
World Series preview with ESPN’s Jessica Mendoza (exclusive)
With game three of the 2015 World Series tonight, we previewed the Fall Classic with ESPN Baseball Tonight's ground-breaking reporter Jessica Mendoza. During this year's AL Wild Card game Mendoza became the first female analyst to ever call a nationally televised MLB postseason game. Monday, in part two of this exclusive interview we'll cover Mendoza's trail blazing and the … [Read more...] about World Series preview with ESPN’s Jessica Mendoza (exclusive)
#9 Notre Dame football Preview: vs #21 Temple
Notre Dame football is featured in the ESPN College Gameday host contest for the second time this season. Again, it's on the road, as the Fighting Irish head to Philadelphia. Gameday will originate from the Independence Mall. This marks the 27th time that GameDay has originated from a Notre Dame game site, including the once studio-based show's road debut at the Joyce Center … [Read more...] about #9 Notre Dame football Preview: vs #21 Temple
Husker legend Ndamukong Suh stars in new “Snow Day” ad (video)
A man named Suh, Nebraska Cornhuskers legend Ndamukong Suh, is one of 21 athletes who stars in a new advertisement that's breaking the internet right now. Look up "Snow Day" on Twitter right now; it's super duper trending. The ad kicks off Nike’s #GetOutHere winter training campaign. A 60-second version will air during tonight’s game between the Patriots vs. Dolphins. The … [Read more...] about Husker legend Ndamukong Suh stars in new “Snow Day” ad (video)