We're currently on another international break, which usually means a snooze fest in regards to actual on-the-pitch action. However, there is still a lot of news to cover off-the-pitch, so let's take a spin through the latest news and notes items. … [Read more...] about Man United News: Jose Mourinho, Romelu Lukaku, Andreas Pereira
Aaron Rodgers’ return could be key as Green Bay face Minnesota
By Joseph Plunkett The Green Bay Packers will host the Minnesota Vikings on September 16 aiming to prove that they are genuine contenders for an NFL play-off berth this season. … [Read more...] about Aaron Rodgers’ return could be key as Green Bay face Minnesota
Nemanja Matic Believes Jose Mourinho’s Conflict with the Media is Good
Manchester United midfielder Nemanja Matic believes that manager Jose Mourinho has a method to his madness with the media. Mourinho has recently taken his contentious relationship with the media up to Trumpian levels (to match the Trumpesque braggadocio, narcissism and actor-observer bias that he's been showcasing lately as well). … [Read more...] about Nemanja Matic Believes Jose Mourinho’s Conflict with the Media is Good
White Sox Ken “Hawk” Harrelson: worst announcer in all of sports? (video)
(re-post from 5-7-12 as Hawk Harrelson now finishes his career and unjustifiably gets the "retirement bounce") Who's the biggest dead weight connected to the Chicago White Sox: Gordon Beckham? Brent Morel? How about Ken "Hawk"Harrelson who gave us 63 seconds of dead air Friday night on the game's most pivotal play. Yes, over a minute of silence as the game's critical home … [Read more...] about White Sox Ken “Hawk” Harrelson: worst announcer in all of sports? (video)
Chelsea FC News: Hazard, Courtois, Nnamudi, Willian, Pedro, Sarri
This past weekend saw the summer transfer window close in Europe. The first four games of the Premier League season are now in the books, and only Chelsea, Liverpool and Watford have taken all three points from their first quartet of matches. The Blues head into the international break in second place, due to being one goal behind the Reds in the goal differential … [Read more...] about Chelsea FC News: Hazard, Courtois, Nnamudi, Willian, Pedro, Sarri
Eden Hazard Relishes Chelsea Sleeper Role in Premier League Title Race
Chelsea is not considered a front-runner in the Premier League title race, and that's just fine with Blues forward Eden Hazard. Right now, the pundits, fans, observers and bookies all see a two horse race right now between Liverpool and Manchester City. That's just fine with the 27-year-old Belgian, who has two goals and two assists on the young season, in helping the Blues … [Read more...] about Eden Hazard Relishes Chelsea Sleeper Role in Premier League Title Race
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Opening Delayed Again, May Not Open Until 2019
Today saw Tottenham Hotspur football club announce that the opening of their new stadium at White Hart Lane is delayed yet again! In announcing that their November fixtures will be staged at Wembley Stadium, instead of at the new 62,000 capacity venue, the club confirmed that their new home, originally scheduled to host Liverpool in league action on Sept 15, won't be ready … [Read more...] about Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Opening Delayed Again, May Not Open Until 2019
Jurgen Klopp Explains Why Fabinho Hasn’t Made Liverpool Debut Yet
Liverpool's signing of Monaco man Fabinho generated a lot of excitement within the fan base this summer. Fabinho was one of the four players LFC added this preseason, comprising a blockbuster summer transfer window. Anfield won the window, and now heading into the international break, they're leading the league. Four games in, we have yet to see Fabinho in action though. He … [Read more...] about Jurgen Klopp Explains Why Fabinho Hasn’t Made Liverpool Debut Yet
AVP Beach Volleyball Championships Bring California, Hawaii Culture to Chicago
The AVP Gold Series Championships of beach volleyball brought a Hawaii or perhaps California type feel to Chicago this Labor Day weekend. Hawaii and California are two states where the Pacific Ocean coastline, specifically the beach culture, has a tremendous impact on shaping the way of life. The laid back Pacific beach zeitgeist, which celebrates everything that we (in … [Read more...] about AVP Beach Volleyball Championships Bring California, Hawaii Culture to Chicago
Marcus Rashford Gets Three Match Ban for Head-butting Phil Bardsley (GIF)
While wearing pink, Marcus Rashford saw red. The Manchester United forward butted heads, literally, with Burnley FC defender Phil Bardsley, and got himself sent off. The altercation left United reduced to 10 men, but they were able to see out result anyway, winning 2-0 at the Turf Moor. Backed by a brace from Romelu Lukaku, United evened up their record at two wins and two … [Read more...] about Marcus Rashford Gets Three Match Ban for Head-butting Phil Bardsley (GIF)