At the November international break, Leeds United sit ninth in the Premier League table. So they are very "mid" as the kids like to say, in every sense of the word, right now. However, mid is obviously a lot better than terrible. Leeds is on the first page of the standings, and they only have three injury concerns right now: Mateo Joseph, Anton Stach and Gabriel Gudmundsson. … [Read more...] about Leeds United Injury Updates: Mateo Joseph, Anton Stach, Gabriel Gudmundsson
Pochettino Gets Emotional in Discussing Move from USMNT to Manchester United
Both US Soccer and Manchester United made it official today- Mauricio Pochettino will depart as head coach of the U.S. Men’s National Team at the conclusion of the current camp. He will do so to become the next head coach of Manchester United. Pochettino and his staff will the lead the USMNT for two final matches, both of which against Haiti. The first match is tomorrow, with … [Read more...] about Pochettino Gets Emotional in Discussing Move from USMNT to Manchester United
Illinois Fighting Illini at #4 UCLA Bruins Preview, FYIs, Stats
The #4 UCLA Bruins lead the Big Ten West, the Big Ten Far West. Over the years, their series with the Illinois Fighting Illini has produced some truly Big Ten West scores: 1991 John Hancock Bowl- UCLA 6, Illinois 3, 2003 in Pasadena- UCLA 6, Illinois 3, 2011 Kraft Fight Hunger Bowl Illinois 20, UCLA 14 (this game was much more Big Ten Westy than that final score … [Read more...] about Illinois Fighting Illini at #4 UCLA Bruins Preview, FYIs, Stats
Midterm Results, Anger About Decline of College Football Mirrors Each Other
Eventually, monetization becomes exploitation. Customer/consumer loyalty can be tested; but only to a certain point. There is nothing wrong with being a capitalist, and trying to make as much money as you can, but when that is all you care about...eventually you get cooked. You have seen that with both the sport of college football and the Republican Party/MAGA cult. Most … [Read more...] about Midterm Results, Anger About Decline of College Football Mirrors Each Other
Best Online Shooters for Sports Fans: 6 Games Worth Trying
The final whistle doesn't have to end your night. A good first-person shooter delivers the same tension, timing and teamwork, with a mouse or controller in your hands. These six online picks cover tactical, hero and battle royale formats on PC and console. Each maps to a sports mindset. … [Read more...] about Best Online Shooters for Sports Fans: 6 Games Worth Trying
Real Madrid Injury Updates: Aurelien Tchouameni, Rodrygo, Ferland Mendy, Raul Asencio
The La Liga title race is on. Real Madrid are only three points behind FC Barcelona, in the race for the Spanish top flight. Madrid are looking pretty good on the continent too; with their UCL standing level (although behind on goal differential) with current holders and table toppers Paris Saint-Germain. Meanwhile their injury crisis has certainly lessened, as the list of … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Injury Updates: Aurelien Tchouameni, Rodrygo, Ferland Mendy, Raul Asencio
Barcelona Injury Updates: Lamine Yamal, Rodri, Xavi Espart, Jules Kounde, Dani Olmo
FC Barcelona sit top of the La Liga table this international break, although their lead has shrunk to just three points. Arch-rival Real Madrid are charging hard on their heels. Barcelona scored a nice, 2-1 win at Atletico Madrid this past weekend, and their next match will be Nov 22, when Villarreal comes to visit. Let's take a look at the injury list, and speculate on who … [Read more...] about Barcelona Injury Updates: Lamine Yamal, Rodri, Xavi Espart, Jules Kounde, Dani Olmo
Mauricio Pochettino Expected to be Named Next Manchester United Manager
When the next edition of the Northwest England derby occurs, Nov 22 at Anfield, Manchester United will have a new manager on the touchline. And that new head coach will be Mauricio Pochettino, according to multiple sources. So Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola will have a new adversary to match wits with a week from Sunday. Carrick was officially sacked by United this morning, … [Read more...] about Mauricio Pochettino Expected to be Named Next Manchester United Manager
Ayden Hector on How Defensive Backs Read the Quarterback
Photo by Anushka Srivastav on Unsplash Every passing play asks the defense one question, and fast: where is the ball going? A defensive back can usually find the answer before the throw, in the quarterback's feet, shoulders and eyes. … [Read more...] about Ayden Hector on How Defensive Backs Read the Quarterback
England vs Australia Head-to-Head Records Across Formats
England and Australia have one of cricket’s most recognisable rivalries, but their head-to-head story differs sharply between Tests, ODIs and T20Is. Test meetings are defined by the Ashes and long series momentum, while the ODI record shows Australia holding a clear historical advantage. T20I comparisons require more care because the format has a shorter shared history and … [Read more...] about England vs Australia Head-to-Head Records Across Formats