In summarizing the Chicago Bears consistent recent ineptitude, the legendary Dick Butkus concluded: “It’s embarrassing. I don’t give a damn (about) the draft or whatever; there’s no reason we should be in this situation, one of the best franchises.” … [Read more...] about Forbes: Chicago Bears 16th Most Valuable Team in the World, Cubs #18
Archives for July 2017
Forbes Names Manchester United Richest Football Club in the World
Real Madrid, Manchester United and Barcelona, comprise a triumvirate of the three biggest football/soccer brands on Earth. The three clubs consistently compete with one another to be the richest and most powerful football club in the world. The rivalry to maintain alpha dog status is currently taking place in Los Angeles, where both United and Real have set up shop for the … [Read more...] about Forbes Names Manchester United Richest Football Club in the World
Real Madrid and Man United Squabbling Over Hotel, Training Facilities
There won't be much friendliness in the Real Madrid vs. Manchester United preseason friendly on July 23rd. The August 8th Super Cup meeting could be filled with acrimony as well. The two clubs, despite being in different countries and leagues, have a very natural rivalry, given how they consistently compete with one another to be the richest and most powerful football club in … [Read more...] about Real Madrid and Man United Squabbling Over Hotel, Training Facilities
Illini Basketball: 1989 vs 2005, Breaking Down the Hypothetical Matchup
In the past half-century and change, Illini basketball has produced two once-in-a-generation level teams. While three teams achieved a #1 seed in the NCAA Tournament, the 2001 side did not reach the Final Four, like 2005 and the 1989 squads did. The '01 group was special, reaching the Elite 8, but they're not in the same class as the '89 and '05 teams, who were borderline … [Read more...] about Illini Basketball: 1989 vs 2005, Breaking Down the Hypothetical Matchup
Luke Shaw Given Another Chance to Impress Jose Mourinho, Win Place
Luke Shaw has had a rough go of it at Manchester United. Old Trafford gave him the richest contract for a teenager in English history when they brought him up from Southampton in the summer of 2014, and thus expectations were sky high. Luke Shaw battled fitness concerns early on, and then a series of injuries as his Red Devils career progressed. His commitment and dedication … [Read more...] about Luke Shaw Given Another Chance to Impress Jose Mourinho, Win Place
Jurgen Klopp on Summer Transfer Window: “we have time”
Liverpool Manager Jurgen Klopp attempted to reassure the supporters of his club that are feeling anxiety about the lack of summer transfer window activity thus far. Liverpool Football Club broke their internal transfer fee record when they signed winger Mohamed Salah from AS Roma. They also signed Dominic Solake, who was out of contract at Chelsea. Beyond those two deals, … [Read more...] about Jurgen Klopp on Summer Transfer Window: “we have time”
Julia Roberts Visits Manchester United Training Camp at UCLA
Julia Roberts, the legendary Hollywood actress and producer, stopped by Manchester United training camp in Westwood, California this week. United are in southern California training at the University of California-Los Angeles' Drake Stadium for their preseason exhibition tour of the United States. Roberts, who also took in the Red Devils 1-1 home draw with West Ham and a … [Read more...] about Julia Roberts Visits Manchester United Training Camp at UCLA
Michael Carrick to Captain Manchester United in 2017-18
With Wayne Rooney headed back to Everton, the Manchester United captaincy was an open position. The current Vice-Captain, midfielder Michael Carrick, will now assume the position in what could be his final season. Carrick played last season on a one year deal, and in May signed a new one-season contract that will keep him at Old Trafford until 2018. Michael Carrick scored in … [Read more...] about Michael Carrick to Captain Manchester United in 2017-18
Olivier Giroud Admits His Arsenal FC Days Might Be Over
Arsenal FC striker Olivier Giroud was refreshingly candid about his future during a preseason exhibition tour media opportunity. Typically, most of what gets said during these sort of preseason press conferences is cliche and boiler plate, but Giroud instead put it all out there. He's been linked with a move to several clubs, including Everton, West Ham United, Marseille and … [Read more...] about Olivier Giroud Admits His Arsenal FC Days Might Be Over
2017-18 Arsenal Third Kit Unveiled in Sydney, Australia (Photos)
The 2017-18 Arsenal third kit was unveiled today in Sydney, Australia and the backdrop was eye-catching. The sleek new black shirt isn't too shabby either. The Gunners are currently down under for their summer preseason exhibition tour, and on Wednesday they revealed they'll be back in black in '17-'18 on their third shirt. The unveil was done in spectacular fashion, with … [Read more...] about 2017-18 Arsenal Third Kit Unveiled in Sydney, Australia (Photos)