Manchester City will face Sparta Prague on Wednesday night, in UEFA Champions League group stage competition, with the strong possibility of four injury absences. Holding midfielder Rodri (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) and attacking midfielder Oscar Bobb (broken leg) are definitely ruled out while manager Pep Guardiola seems to think that neither midfield maestro Kevin De Bruyne … [Read more...] about Manchester City Team News vs Sparta Prague: Kyle Walker, Kevin de Bruyne
Bayern Munich Team News at FC Barcelona: Aleksandar Pavlovic, Jamal Musiala
Bayern Munich will be without the services of several key players on Wednesday night when they visit FC Barcelona for a highly anticipated UEFA Champions League clash. German international Aleksandar Pavlovic is the latest to join the walking wounded, after he actually broke his collarbone within the first five minutes of the 4-0 thrashing of VfB Stuttgart on … [Read more...] about Bayern Munich Team News at FC Barcelona: Aleksandar Pavlovic, Jamal Musiala
FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction vs Bayern Munich (Champions League)
(Update: Bayern Munich Starting XI Prediction now added here at the bottom) How extra special will Wednesday night be for FC Barcelona manager Hansi Flick and striker Robert Lewandowski? Flick played for Bayern Munich from 1985-1990 and managed the side from 2019-2021. As for Lewy, he scored 238 goals in 253 appearances for Bayern, during the eight years that he spent in … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction vs Bayern Munich (Champions League)
FC Barcelona Team News vs Bayern Munich: Frenkie De Jong, Dani Olmo, Gavi
So many story lines to get into when Bayern Munich visits FC Barcelona, and through our four part preview series, we will touch on all of them, but for now, let's focus on the fitness and injury situation, for both sides. Dutch midfield maestro Frenkie de Jong has returned from his long-term ankle injury, but he is yet to be involved from the jump. Is this the game he's … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Team News vs Bayern Munich: Frenkie De Jong, Dani Olmo, Gavi
Aston Villa Starting XI Prediction vs Bologna (Champions League)
Aston Villa FC welcome in Bologna FC 1909 tomorrow night for a UEFA Champions League clash that is obviously of substantial significance, but still presents a chance to do some squad rotation. It goes without saying that Unai Emery will be going all out for a win here, but with all the serious fixture congestion, it's probably the best time to swap out the guys up top, and in … [Read more...] about Aston Villa Starting XI Prediction vs Bologna (Champions League)
2025 NBA Mock Draft 10-21-24
Basketball season is officially here now, as the Big Ten hosted their annual Media Days on Wednesday October 2nd and Thursday October 3rd. And that means it's time for version 7.0 of our 2025 NBA Mock Draft, which is loaded with Big Ten players. The Big Ten hosted their Media Days at the Stephens Convention Center, which is just across the way from their headquarters. And … [Read more...] about 2025 NBA Mock Draft 10-21-24
2025 NHL Mock Draft 10-21-24
Welcome to the sixth edition of The Sports Bank's 2025 NHL Mock Draft. The Sports Bank is the only independently-owned, mom and pop shop site (at least as far as we know, but we could be wrong) that publishes a mock draft for all of the four leading North American major sports. We have made a few changes, as more additional information has come in. The final 2025 NFL mock is … [Read more...] about 2025 NHL Mock Draft 10-21-24
Coach Walz: Tim Walz Makes Pitch to NFC North, Big Ten Country
Of the four leading characters in the high-stakes, non-stop drama that is the 2024 U.S. presidential election, it is undoubtedly Tim Walz that has the best "big sports fan" vibes. His individual brand reflects his personal history, as Coach Walz. CNN political commentator Kristen Soltis Anderson, the week of the Democratic National Convention, may have said it best- "the … [Read more...] about Coach Walz: Tim Walz Makes Pitch to NFC North, Big Ten Country
Can Connor Bedard Become Better than Patrick Kane Someday?
The Chicago Blackhawks have a very long way to go in order to become relevant again, but with franchise forward Connor Bedard, there is hope. The Blackhawks are off to a rough start this season, having only taken five points from their first five games, a tally that sees them sitting sixth in the eight team Central Division. Although Connor Bedard only has one goal thus far, … [Read more...] about Can Connor Bedard Become Better than Patrick Kane Someday?
1xBet: The Official Site for Bangladeshi Sports Bettors
1xBet has established itself as a leading gambling platform globally, gaining significant traction in Bangladesh. Launched in 2007, 1xBet offers a wide range of services that cater to both novice and seasoned bettors. The platform's offerings include sports betting, casino games, live dealer experiences, and even financial betting options. Its extensive sportsbook covers a … [Read more...] about 1xBet: The Official Site for Bangladeshi Sports Bettors