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)
United Supporter Group Flies Airplane Banner Protesting Ed Woodward Over Turf Moor
As had been previously planned and and announced, a group of Manchester United fans took to the skies to protest against the club's Executive Vice Chairman Ed Woodward. The supporter group, known as "A View From the Terrace," flew a banner reading “Ed Woodward – A specialist in failure” over the Turf Moor just before Burnley and United kicked off their week four Premier League … [Read more...] about United Supporter Group Flies Airplane Banner Protesting Ed Woodward Over Turf Moor
Jose Mourinho Reiterates Previous Warning About Rough Season
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho warned in the preseason that if no new summer transfer window additions arrived, the team would be in for a very rough season. Well, the club signed no new players after July 3, and sure enough ended up losing two of their first three matches. They head into the fourth clash, at Burnley FC, floundering in 13th place. They badly need a … [Read more...] about Jose Mourinho Reiterates Previous Warning About Rough Season
Eden Hazard Slams Chelsea’s Style Under Jose Mourinho, Antonio Conte
Forward Eden Hazard says he loves the style of play at Chelsea under new manager Maurizio Sarri. In the process of new praising Sarri, he also made digs at the previous two managers Antonio Conte and Jose Mourinho. When it was announced that Sarri would be coming over from Napoli this summer, Blues supporters were wary of the fact that he hadn't won a single trophy. At the … [Read more...] about Eden Hazard Slams Chelsea’s Style Under Jose Mourinho, Antonio Conte
Aaron Donald and the L.A. Rams Reach Record Breaking Deal
By Joseph Connolly Earlier this week, the L.A. Rams announced that the team had reached a record breaking agreement with defensive tackle Aaron Donald. The deal means $137 million for Donald over the next six years and carries a minimum guarantee of no less than $87 million according to sources. … [Read more...] about Aaron Donald and the L.A. Rams Reach Record Breaking Deal
Manchester City Respond Well to Dropping Points, Remain League Favorites
The reigning Premier League Champions, Manchester City, have already dropped two points this season by virtue of their draw with Wolverhampton Wolves last week. However, today's showing at home versus Newcastle United is kind of what you were looking and hoping for if you're a City supporter. The Cityzens beat Newcastle 2-1 in a match where they absolutely dominated all the … [Read more...] about Manchester City Respond Well to Dropping Points, Remain League Favorites