It is getting to be a biannual tradition- Manchester United sacks and then replaces their manager. Typically, the new gaffer enjoys some level of modest success for a time, but then things go south in a hurry, and when the decline kicks in, it's a very deep one. Rinse and repeat, "meet the new boss, same as the old boss," as the classic The Who song told us. Does Michael … [Read more...] about Four United Manager Candidates if Michael Carrick Gets Sacked: Conte, Howe, McKenna, Naglesmann
Rutgers Scarlet Knights at #23 Northwestern Wildcats Preview, Prediction, TV Info
In every game against an FBS opponent this season, Rutgers has given up at least 28 points. They gave up 37 or more against UMass, USC and Indiana. Northwestern Offensive Coordinator Chip Kelly must feel like a kid looking forward to Christmas Eve for this game. The Northwestern Wildcats have a high octane offense, with a three-pronged attack at tailback. The system perfectly … [Read more...] about Rutgers Scarlet Knights at #23 Northwestern Wildcats Preview, Prediction, TV Info
Oregon Ducks at Illinois Fighting Illini Preview, Prediction, TV Info
In the preseason, the Oregon Ducks at the Illinois Fighting Illini looked a lot different on paper than its does right now. In August, this felt like an eventual 11-1 or 10-2 team versus an eventual 7-5 or 6-6 side. Now this feels like 8-4 vs. 4-8. Both sides are one setback away from seeing their seasons derail. … [Read more...] about Oregon Ducks at Illinois Fighting Illini Preview, Prediction, TV Info
Aston Villa Team News vs Viking FK: Wan-Bissaka, Manzambi, Hemmings, Maatsen
Summer signing Johan Manzambi provided the only scoring when Aston Villa beat Newcastle United 1-0 this past weekend. It was his third goal in the past four games, and he's truly feeling it right now. However, he also felt a knock, and there is a small chance he might not play on Wednesday, when Viking come to town for a Champions League clash. It is more likely that he will … [Read more...] about Aston Villa Team News vs Viking FK: Wan-Bissaka, Manzambi, Hemmings, Maatsen
Arsenal Predicted XI at Bayern Munich: Madueke, Merino, Timber, Gyokeres Could All Return to First Team
No doubt what the headliner fixture is this week, in the UEFA Champions League, FC Barcelona at Paris Saint-Germain. However, the main undercard, Arsenal FC at Bayern Munich, looks like a great match on paper as well. After all, it is matchup of the two reigning champions from the English Premier League and German Bundesliga. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta obviously has a very … [Read more...] about Arsenal Predicted XI at Bayern Munich: Madueke, Merino, Timber, Gyokeres Could All Return to First Team
Arsenal at Bayern Munich Team News: Zubimendi, Kepa, Olise, Neuer, Min-jae
Arsenal will visit Bayern Munich on Wednesday night in a matchup of European heavyweights that are always looking to add more silverware to their already well-stocked trophy cases. Both teams come into this clash with a myriad of injury/fitness concerns, so let's get straight to the team news, for both sides, starting with the visitors. Spanish midfielder Martin Zubimendi has … [Read more...] about Arsenal at Bayern Munich Team News: Zubimendi, Kepa, Olise, Neuer, Min-jae
Manchester United Team News at Como: Carrick, Mainoo, Shaw, Mazraoui
We have now reached that point- Michael Carrick is most likely the next Premier League manager to be sacked, according to all the outfits who do business in these kinds of things. It's easy to understand why, given that Manchester United are off to their worst start in the league in 40 years. Today saw a score draw with Leeds United, meaning the Red Devils have only taken … [Read more...] about Manchester United Team News at Como: Carrick, Mainoo, Shaw, Mazraoui
Juju Watkins: USC Trojans Guard Set for Epic Comeback, Both On and Off the Court
JuJu Watkins is the biggest name brand individual player in women's college basketball, hands-down. The USC Trojans guard is the consensus projection to go first overall in the next WNBA Draft. Given how JuJu is coming back from an ACL injury that forced her to miss all of last season, she is far and away the leading contender to win not just all the national player of the … [Read more...] about Juju Watkins: USC Trojans Guard Set for Epic Comeback, Both On and Off the Court
Matt Painter Admits He Consumes Purdue Boilermakers Coverage
It's one of the oldest cliches in sports media- "we don't read the papers." Or "we don't hear the noise." It comes in many forms but the gist of it is basically, we don't pay attention to the media coverage of us. It's all total bs, and Purdue coach Matt Painter does not have time for that nonsense. Which is great, because reporters don't believe it whenever a player or … [Read more...] about Matt Painter Admits He Consumes Purdue Boilermakers Coverage
Build a Premier League Lineup Prediction App With ChatGPT: A Gambling Nerd Guide
The manager says a player has returned to training. A match preview suggests he could start. Last weekend’s replacement played well enough to keep his place. By Friday afternoon, you have three useful pieces of information and no clear answer about who starts on Sunday. That is a good problem for a small research app to tackle. It can organise the evidence, identify the … [Read more...] about Build a Premier League Lineup Prediction App With ChatGPT: A Gambling Nerd Guide