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Archives for September 2016

Juan Mata Now at Home with Manchester United Says Jose Mourinho

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Remember when Jose Mourinho replaced Louis van Gaal at Manchester United and then everyone assumed Juan Mata would then be transferred out? The idea made sense; given how Mata was relegated to the bench at Mourinho's Chelsea. The midfielder's playing time was very scarce when United brought him over for a then club record £37.5 million in January 2014. … [Read more...] about Juan Mata Now at Home with Manchester United Says Jose Mourinho

Man United Injury/Fitness Report: Martial, Mkhitaryan, Rooney, Shaw

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Manchester United are very likely to take tomorrow night’s Europa League clash against Zorya Luhansk much more seriously than their last match in Europe’s consolation bracket. Against Feyenoord Rotterdam, Manager Jose Mourinho just wasn’t keyed up, and his team followed suit. The result was embarrassing, and the disinterest carried over from the mid-week defeat to the weekend … [Read more...] about Man United Injury/Fitness Report: Martial, Mkhitaryan, Rooney, Shaw

Van Gaal Knew Mourinho was Replacing Him Months Ahead of Time

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Louis van Gaal was officially sacked moments after leading Manchester United to FA Cup glory over Crystal Palace. News of his demise leaked earlier in the day. Even beyond that, the narrative of Jose Mourinho replacing him had been persistent since December. The rumors began once Chelsea axed the special one and United started dropping points with dull 0-0 draws. … [Read more...] about Van Gaal Knew Mourinho was Replacing Him Months Ahead of Time

Lovie Smith, Dwyane Wade Encourage Athlete Social Activism

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Ninety-nine times out of 100, a star athlete will think and act brand first regarding a public speaking opportunity. This is especially true when it comes to any topic even remotely sociopolitical. Pretty much every corporate brand abhors controversy and intelligent thought that challenges the status quo. They prefer homogenized press release language, the kind you … [Read more...] about Lovie Smith, Dwyane Wade Encourage Athlete Social Activism

Pat Riley Has Heartfelt E-Mail to Dwyane Wade in Drafts Folder

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Obviously, it was a bitter divorce between Dwyane Wade and the Miami Heat. However, Heat team President Pat Riley is taking steps to try and heal those wounds. Riley said Monday, Media Day for most teams around the NBA, that he composed a very heartfelt email message for Dwyane Wade and that it's currently in his "save drafts" folder. Riley said the electronic missive … [Read more...] about Pat Riley Has Heartfelt E-Mail to Dwyane Wade in Drafts Folder

Jurgen Klopp Striving to Make Memorable Football at LFC

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Liverpool FC manager Jurgen Klopp did a Facebook Live Chat Monday night, and once again his comments were very newsworthy. Everybody is doing Facebook Live chats these days, but not everybody is as interesting and entertaining as the Liverpool manager. The Reds are now considered the second most favored team to win the Premier League title behind Manchester City, but Jurgen … [Read more...] about Jurgen Klopp Striving to Make Memorable Football at LFC

Millie Bobby Brown Proudly Displays Her New Liverpool FC Kit

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The English Premier League is the world's biggest sports league; pulling in supporters from all walks of life everywhere across the globe. There are big name fans for every club, with the giant clubs attracting plenty of celebrities. Add "Stranger Things" star Millie Bobby Brown to the mix. She plays an American with telekinetic powers named 'Eleven' in the insanely popular … [Read more...] about Millie Bobby Brown Proudly Displays Her New Liverpool FC Kit

Jesse Lingard Roasts Paul Pogba, Marcus Rashford on Social Media

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It's amazing how crazy viral an internet trend can go these days; almost overnight. That's the world wide web of today; as social media has made most people and information in general instantly accessible. Manchester United winger Jesse Lingard is a great example of this basic truth, as he's partaking in the "Huh Challenge." … [Read more...] about Jesse Lingard Roasts Paul Pogba, Marcus Rashford on Social Media