When Manchester City host Southampton FC on Saturday it will most likely be a very lopsided affair. At least on paper, as this is truly a both ends of the table kind of clash. However, Man City are certainly in an injury crisis mode, and they have little options in the defensive midfield/middle of the park right now. The back line has a lot of injuries too, so much so that … [Read more...] about Manchester City Starting XI Prediction vs Southampton FC
Man City Team News vs Southampton: Doku, Grealish, Walker
Manchester City have seen their injury list grow, rather substantially, in the past couple weeks. It's starting to get a bit severe, as Jeremy Doku and Jack Grealish are in the infirmary too. Plus Kyle Walker seems to be more seriously injured than might have been first thought. … [Read more...] about Man City Team News vs Southampton: Doku, Grealish, Walker
Aston Villa Starting XI Prediction vs AFC Bournemouth
Aston Villa are absolutely feeling their stride right now. The Ws keep coming in the continental competition, as we saw another triumph in the UEFA Champions League this midweek. Can the Villans keep the positive momentum going in the domestic competition this weekend? AFC Bournemouth are coming up from the south coast for a Saturday mid-afternoon feature. … [Read more...] about Aston Villa Starting XI Prediction vs AFC Bournemouth
FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction at Real Madrid (El Clasico)
Gavi, Frenkie de Jong and Dani Olmo are all back to match fitness for FC Barcelona, but are they ready to feature from kick off and go the full 90 minutes at Real Madrid? Well, the first name in that trio, most likely not, as he recently recovered from a very long term injury. However, the other two members of that triad could receive an El Clasico starting assignment, … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction at Real Madrid (El Clasico)
Real Madrid Starting XI Prediction vs FC Barcelona (El Clasico)
There is no bigger match, obviously, in football than El Clasico, this weekend. It goes without saying that every time these two arch-rivals get together, it's huge! But when it's first place versus second place, like we have going on here, the magnitude just reaches another gear. So far, FC Barcelona are having the better season, and they sit higher in the table. However, … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Starting XI Prediction vs FC Barcelona (El Clasico)
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
Illini Notes: Leather Helmets, Memorial Stadium Museum, Beating Natl Champs, Playing #1
When Illinois upset Michigan last weekend, it marked the first Illini win over a reigning national champion since October 10, 1942. Back then, the Illini beat Minnesota, AP National Champions with an 8-0 record in 1941, 20-13 at home. For the Illini, it ended a 14 game losing streak against reigning national champions, and set up for a major showdown at #1 Oregon this … [Read more...] about Illini Notes: Leather Helmets, Memorial Stadium Museum, Beating Natl Champs, Playing #1
New York Liberty: First WNBA Team to Partner with CBD Company Wins Title
In February, the New York Liberty became the first WNBA franchise to partner with a CBD company. Their NBA counterpart, the Brooklyn Nets, earned the same distinction for their respective league. Last night, the New York Liberty defeated the Minnesota Lynx in the WNBA Finals, to earn the franchise's first title. Maybe the Nets, who open the season tomorrow night at the … [Read more...] about New York Liberty: First WNBA Team to Partner with CBD Company Wins Title
2025 MLB Mock Draft (Update 10-22-24)
It's time for an update! Our third edition of our 2025 MLB mock draft is here! The Sports Bank, at least as far as we know, is the only independently-owned, mom and pop shop website to publish a mock draft in all four of the major North American sports. Happy October baseball fans! In case you missed it, here is the link to our 2025 NHL mock draft. Regarding the 2025 NFL … [Read more...] about 2025 MLB Mock Draft (Update 10-22-24)
Understanding tennis odds
Are you watching a lot of tennis, but thinking about placing a bet on the game? Understanding the various odds types would be your first step before looking into specific bookmakers, finding the latest tennis betting odds or the most valuable bets. Odds aren't just random numbers, they’re a reflection of the probability of a particular outcome. By grasping the basics, you … [Read more...] about Understanding tennis odds