Ryan Giggs wasn't offered a job, or should I say "a gig" (sorry, that pun was too easy) on Jose Mourinho's coaching staff that he would have been interested in. As the Mourinho regime commenced, Giggs then made his own personal Brexit from Manchester United after his 29 years of service with the club. … [Read more...] about United Icon Ryan Giggs Reported Front-Runner for Swansea City Job
Archives for December 2016
Firmino Starting XI Spot Never in Doubt Despite Drink Driving Charge
Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino was never doubt for today's match against Stoke City, despite his being charged with drink driving. Liverpool beat Stoke 4-1 at home tonight, and LFC Manager Jurgen Klopp said that Firmino's spot in the starting XI was never in doubt. … [Read more...] about Firmino Starting XI Spot Never in Doubt Despite Drink Driving Charge
Gary Cahill Hopes Chelsea Can Break League Win Streak Record
While Chelsea FC Manager Antonio Conte doesn't really embrace discussing the team's current winning streak, and the chance to make history, Blues Defender Gary Cahill does. On Boxing Day, Chelsea beat Bournemouth 3-0 to set a new club milestone for consecutive wins. This was their 12th victory in a row and if they win the next two, they’ll tie 2001-2002 Arsenal (the Gunners … [Read more...] about Gary Cahill Hopes Chelsea Can Break League Win Streak Record
Northwestern Football Players Talk New York City Tourism
As much as sports matters to the city of New York, the city offers so much that goes far above and beyond athletics. History, culture, fine amenities, and more await you in the Big Apple, making a sporting event seem like just an after thought. Make no mistake about it though this is a business trip for Northwestern football. They claim to play, and to beat the #23 Pittsburgh … [Read more...] about Northwestern Football Players Talk New York City Tourism
Pinstripe Bowl Preview: #23 Pitt Panthers vs Northwestern Wildcats
As the title theme of Hamilton tells us “in New York you can be a new man, in New York you can be a new man, in New York, New York! Just you wait!” Thus, if you’re a member of the Northwestern Wildcats (6-6) or the #23 Pittsburgh Panthers (8-4), this is your chance to rebrand your 2016. The Pinstripe Bowl, in the house that George/Jeter Built, provides an opportunity for … [Read more...] about Pinstripe Bowl Preview: #23 Pitt Panthers vs Northwestern Wildcats
Purdue PF Caleb Swanigan Will Win B1G Player of the Year
Purdue Boilermakers power forward Caleb Swanigan plays his home games at the address 900 John Wooden Drive. Depending on what Mackey Arena entrance he takes on a given day, he might pass the John Wooden statue. Thus it's only fitting that he could also take home the Wooden Award this April. The Wooden and the Naismith awards are the two honors going to the nation's best … [Read more...] about Purdue PF Caleb Swanigan Will Win B1G Player of the Year
Buffalo Bills Fire Head Coach Rex Ryan and His Brother Too
(UPDATE: Another Rex Ryan regime at an AFC East team has ended with his dismissal. Rex Ryan was canned, along with brother, this morning. Anthony Lynn was promoted to interim Head Coach on Tuesday December 27th) … [Read more...] about Buffalo Bills Fire Head Coach Rex Ryan and His Brother Too
Antonio Conte Talks Breaking Chelsea FC Club Consecutive Wins Record
It's been a season of records at Chelsea FC, and there's probably still a few more to come. In the preseason, the Blues broke the all time Chelsea attendance record in their summer exhibition loss to Real Madrid at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Michigan. That was back in July. Today saw another major mark fall as Chelsea beat Bournemouth 3-0 to set a new club milestone … [Read more...] about Antonio Conte Talks Breaking Chelsea FC Club Consecutive Wins Record