The scoring prowess of Leicester City forward Jamie Vardy has attracted the big boys of the Premier League. There's been rumored interest from Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal. Gunners boss Arsene Wenger even compared Vardy to Alexis Sanchez, and then compared both players to lions. Vardy has tied Ruud van Nistelroy's Premier League record for consecutive games with a … [Read more...] about Van Gaal responds to Jamie Vardy transfer rumors
Archives for November 2015
#10 Michigan Football vs #8 Ohio St THE GAME Preview, Prediction
Back in the summer, who would have guessed that Michigan football would actually be favored over the big, bad Buckeyes. They're not heavy favorites though and the line could still move a lot between now and kickoff. The spread actually doesn't matter all that much in THE GAME anyway. Weird stuff happens in rivalry clashes. … [Read more...] about #10 Michigan Football vs #8 Ohio St THE GAME Preview, Prediction
#6 Notre Dame Football Preview, Prediction vs #9 Stanford
"Never Say Never Again" is to the James Bond franchise what Notre Dame football is to the ACC; really part of it, but technically not so. This is very important, because Baylor and TCU were shut out of the playoff last season, and the Big 12 doesn't have a conference championship game. This year, if Notre Dame football finishes 11-1, but ends up behind a couple 12-1 teams in … [Read more...] about #6 Notre Dame Football Preview, Prediction vs #9 Stanford
Johnny Manziel comes from old money; affecting his motivation?
The Cleveland Browns are probably done with Quarterback Johnny Manziel, and if so, maybe no other NFL team takes a chance on him. Manziel has gotten better on the field lately, and the Browns did the right thing by promoting him to the starting role recently. Then look what happened once Manziel assumed the QB1 role- more boozing, more trouble. … [Read more...] about Johnny Manziel comes from old money; affecting his motivation?
Man United loan James Wilson to Brighton
Youngster James Wilson will be leaving Old Trafford this season. Yet, in spite of the depleted resources in attack, and the severe issues with trying to score. Today, it was officially announced that he would be loaned to Championship side Brighton & Hove Albion. Here's the Tweet from United's official account. … [Read more...] about Man United loan James Wilson to Brighton
Alexei Lalas rips Manchester United: “Camelot is Truly Dead”
FOX Commentator Alexei Lalas gave a spirited and brutally honest assessment of what's happened to Manchester United this season under the Louis Van Gaal philosophy. If Paul Scholes heard this, or hears this, he'll no doubt be nodding and smiling in agreement. "Till the end we were not so good anymore, we were afraid to play the ball." Today's UEFA Champions League post … [Read more...] about Alexei Lalas rips Manchester United: “Camelot is Truly Dead”
Man United have 53% chance of reaching UCL knockout round
Louis Van Gaal: "Till the end we were not so good anymore, we were afraid to play the ball." That's what the Manchester United Manager said near the beginning of his post game interview. His side drew 0-0, and the result was every bit as boring as it sounds. The second half was so dull that United's own home fans booed them loudly and boisterously. … [Read more...] about Man United have 53% chance of reaching UCL knockout round
Should Bill Cubit Remain Illini Football Coach? (Vote Here)
Answering the question "Should Bill Cubit return as Illinois Fighting Illini Football Coach in 2016?" is complicated. Most fans are against it. His record on the field does not warrant it, although he has opportunities directly in front of him to change that. From both a business and logistical perspective, it makes a ton of sense. The players themselves wholeheartedly support … [Read more...] about Should Bill Cubit Remain Illini Football Coach? (Vote Here)