The Illinois Fighting Illini vs the Duke Blue Devils- yes, what a Final Four matchup we have on our hands in Detroit, on this early April Saturday night. Oh, sorry, no, this is football, not men's basketball. But last year's match-up on the gridiron was an entertaining one, and this year's edition should be compelling as well. Illinois beat Duke, at their place, last season, … [Read more...] about Illinois Fighting Illini vs Duke Blue Devils Game Preview, Prediction
Arch Manning Gets Shot at Redemption vs #1 Ohio State
Arch Manning did not have the game that he wanted in last season's opener at Ohio State. He averaged a meager 5.7 yards per pass, on his way to a dismal QBR of 61.5 as his then #1 Longhorns fell 14-7 at then #3 Ohio State. However, Manning greatly improved as the season went on, and he finished 2025 with some very stellar statistical numbers. No comes the rematch (actually … [Read more...] about Arch Manning Gets Shot at Redemption vs #1 Ohio State
Bayern Munich Team News vs Bodo/Glimt: Serge Gnabry, Jamal Musiala
Bayern Munich could welcome Serge Gnabry back into the fold on Thursday night, when they stage their Champions League opener against Bodø/Glimt. Gnabry is back in full training, and is expected to make the matchday squad for the midweek continental competition. After several months on the sidelines, due to a serious adductor injury, this is a major milestone for the 31-year-old … [Read more...] about Bayern Munich Team News vs Bodo/Glimt: Serge Gnabry, Jamal Musiala
Manchester United Predicted XI vs Sabah: Potential Starts for Yoro, Dorgu, Sesko, Heaven
Despite what manager Michael Carrick has said in press conferences, Manchester United got a massive break from the schedule makers, both domestically and in Europe. Their first two Premier League fixtures were against newly promoted sides and their first Champions League contest is at home to a side that very few people have even heard of, in Sabah FK. That statement might … [Read more...] about Manchester United Predicted XI vs Sabah: Potential Starts for Yoro, Dorgu, Sesko, Heaven
Manchester United Team News vs Sabah: Marcus Rashford, Carlos Baleba, Amad Diallo
Marcus Rashford could miss out when Manchester United hosts Sabah Futbol Klubu on Thursday night. Also known as Sabah FK, Sabah FC, or simply just Sabah, they're a Masazir, Azerbaijan based club that plays in the Azerbaijan Premier League, which is the highest tier of Azerbaijani football pyramid. We feel we need to mention all this because most football observers and … [Read more...] about Manchester United Team News vs Sabah: Marcus Rashford, Carlos Baleba, Amad Diallo
Barcelona Team News vs Feyenoord: Eric Garcia, Jesse Bisiwu
FC Barcelona manager Hansi Flick is riding high, thus far this season, as his side sits top of the La Liga table. The Catalan club has won all four of their fixtures on the young season, and now they'll look to carry their winning ways over to the Champions League. The defending champions of the Spanish top flight only have four potential absentees, in total, to contend with … [Read more...] about Barcelona Team News vs Feyenoord: Eric Garcia, Jesse Bisiwu
Chelsea Predicted XI vs Leeds: Possible First Start for Geovany Quenda
Sandwiched in between league fixtures for Chelsea FC is a third round Carabao Cup clash at home to Leeds United. Chelsea suffered a London derby defeat to Arsenal yesterday, and they'll take on Hull City at home on Saturday. Manager Xabi Alonso is almost certain to freshen up his side, in a few different positions. And with that we predict a first ever start for summer signing … [Read more...] about Chelsea Predicted XI vs Leeds: Possible First Start for Geovany Quenda
Chelsea Team News vs Leeds United: Moises Caicedo, Marco Palestra
Chelsea FC have a pretty fit squad right now, and that's a great thing, as fixture congestion is already here. Chelsea fell, 2-1, to Arsenal yesterday but there is little time to stew on that as a League Cup tie comes this Wednesday, at home to Leeds United. Jordan Henderson remains out, as he recovers from his wrist injury. Moises Caicedo and Marco Palestra (both with … [Read more...] about Chelsea Team News vs Leeds United: Moises Caicedo, Marco Palestra
Liverpool Team News, Predicted XI vs Atletico Madrid (Champions League)
The UEFA Champions League is here in earnest, with the preliminary phases now behind us. It's always a special time for Liverpool FC and their supporters, given their rich history in the continental competition. The quest for European Cup/UCL title #7 begins on Wednesday, with a visit from Atletico Madrid. Heading into this midweek European clash, the team news/injury situation … [Read more...] about Liverpool Team News, Predicted XI vs Atletico Madrid (Champions League)
Michigan Wolverines Among Most Hated Teams, Polls Show
With the Michigan Wolverines in the national title game, for the first time ever, we re-examine this piece from 2014. Because after all, being hated is a compliment in its own way. You know the old adage- being talked about badly is better than not being talked about. There must be a lot of Ohio transplants living in Las Vegas. Maybe some Ohio State and Michigan State alumni … [Read more...] about Michigan Wolverines Among Most Hated Teams, Polls Show