Liverpool is now undisputed champion of the world, Europe – and finally, after 30 long years of waiting, they are now champions of their own country. They have won many titles in-between, but the Premier League has always eluded them – until now. In the 2018/2019 season it was neck and neck with Manchester City all the way until they fell at the final hurdle – anyone betting on … [Read more...] about Liverpool FC Become Champions of the World
Archives for July 2020
Manchester United News: Woodward, Sanchez, Lingard, Giggs
Manchester United are off until a week from tonight, when they'll face LASK in the second leg of their Europa League round of 16 tie. However, this is no slow news day, with plenty of news related to the summer transfer window, so let's just dive right in. United club legend Ryan Giggs believes that manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will receive some strong backing in the window … [Read more...] about Manchester United News: Woodward, Sanchez, Lingard, Giggs
Lou Henson, Godfather of Modern Illini Athletics, Passes Away
Lou Henson was the El Pedrino, "The Godfather," of modern University of Illinois athletics. If you're a generation X or younger Illini, then you already know how Henson is the Illini legend of all legends in modern sports. Sadly, we lost the Godfather today, as he passed away at the age of 88. A private graveside service was held with family members earlier today (Wednesday) … [Read more...] about Lou Henson, Godfather of Modern Illini Athletics, Passes Away
Chelsea FC Starting XI Prediction vs Arsenal (FA Cup Final)
Olivier Giroud is one of the more intriguing storylines as we head into the London derby FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium on Saturday. The Frenchman notably proclaimed that the national stadium is his house after helping lead the Blues to a win over Manchester United in the FA Cup finale in 2018. He'll take on his former team here while riding a purple patch, having scored in … [Read more...] about Chelsea FC Starting XI Prediction vs Arsenal (FA Cup Final)
Chelsea FC Team News vs Arsenal (FA Cup Final): Kante, Willian
Two young rookie managers, looking for their first piece of silverware, will square off in a London derby FA Cup final this weekend. Yes, on Saturday evening, either Chelsea's Frank Lampard or Arsenal's Mikel Arteta, two men now leading the club with which they built their football legacy, will have a trophy to point to as tangible progress of their rebuilding project. The … [Read more...] about Chelsea FC Team News vs Arsenal (FA Cup Final): Kante, Willian
Is sports betting changing the ways games are played and watched?
From nurturing talent to sponsorships, sports betting companies are changing sports in multiple ways. As more and more people are gaining interest to place bets in sports, bookmakers are acquiring licenses for broadcasting the major competitions all across the globe. Players do not have to pay subscription fees for streaming live games. Apart from streaming, there are many more … [Read more...] about Is sports betting changing the ways games are played and watched?
Manchester United 2019-20 Premier League Season Review, Synopsis
You can look at the Manchester United 2019-20 season in any number of ways, but one should really start by dividing it into two sections: Before Bruno Fernandes and After Bruno Fernandes. United are undefeated in their last 14 league contests, and have not suffered a loss since the midfield maestro arrived from Sporting CP in the January transfer window. They are also +23 in … [Read more...] about Manchester United 2019-20 Premier League Season Review, Synopsis
How Frank Lampard Could Shape the Chelsea Attack in 20/21
It's quite clear that an already potent attack is going to become even better at Chelsea FC next season. The Blues finished third in the Premier League in both goals scored and time of possession, with rookie manager Frank Lampard getting a ton of production out of his deep and talented group of forwards. That final third gets beefed up even more this offseason, as centre … [Read more...] about How Frank Lampard Could Shape the Chelsea Attack in 20/21