Match fitness is always a primary concern for footballers of all stripes at all levels, but the topic has taken on even more importance this summer as we're coming off the 2018 World Cup. The biggest event in football/soccer/futbol happens just once every four years, but it has lasting impacts into the club season. The longer a given national side advances in the tournament, … [Read more...] about Five Ways a Footballer can Improve their Performance on the Pitch
Manchester United Problems Go Well Above and Beyond Jose Mourinho
The Manchester United supporters taking their discontent for the club's Executive Vice Chairman Ed Woodward to the skies with their planned protest may be on the right track. You can debate whether or not it's time for Woodward to go just like it's debatable whether or not now is the time to sack manager Jose Mourinho. It's very possible that the time has come for both men … [Read more...] about Manchester United Problems Go Well Above and Beyond Jose Mourinho
Jose Mourinho Walks Out on Reporters; Escalates His War on Media
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho lashed out at the media last Friday and tonight he kicked his acrimony for reporters up a notch. The Portuguese manager is under a ton of pressure right now and gasoline was added to the fire with a shocking 3-0 loss at home to Tottenham Hotspur on Monday night. Have a watch of the video below (it has 2.4M+ views for a reason) as it shows … [Read more...] about Jose Mourinho Walks Out on Reporters; Escalates His War on Media
Schweinsteiger Testimonial, Bayern Trip a Highlight of Dark Chicago Fire Season
In less than a week, the Chicago Fire will visit Bayern Munich, and face the Bavarian powerhouse in the Bastian Schweinsteiger testimonial match. This friendly will no doubt serve as the lone bright spot as the Major League Soccer side plays out the string in a lost season. Their loss to the New York Red Bulls on August 11 essentially eradicated whatever was left of their … [Read more...] about Schweinsteiger Testimonial, Bayern Trip a Highlight of Dark Chicago Fire Season
Jurgen Klopp Declares Brighton Win a Wake Up Call for Liverpool
Just one more match until the first three weeks of the season are complete and Liverpool currently sit top of the the table. They are one of just three teams (Chelsea, Watford) that have taken all three points from the first three matches, with Tottenham Hotspur still having the chance to join this elite group in first place if they can win at Manchester United tonight. The … [Read more...] about Jurgen Klopp Declares Brighton Win a Wake Up Call for Liverpool
Man United News and Notes: Zidane, Schweinsteiger, Smalling, Mourinho
We're a few hours away from kickoff, as Manchester United host Tottenham Hotspur in a match the Red Devils must get a result from. For manager Jose Mourinho, Monday night's clash at Old Trafford is a major crossroads clash, not just in his time at United, but the reputation of his career overall. So let's take a spin through the latest Manchester United news, notes and other … [Read more...] about Man United News and Notes: Zidane, Schweinsteiger, Smalling, Mourinho
Father of Eden Hazard Lifts Lid on Real Madrid Transfer Saga
Eden Hazard to Real Madrid- will he or won't he? In terms of the summer transfer window, it's not just a familiar over-played song, but a tried and true "standard." We've been hearing about the Belgian possibly moving to the Santiago Bernabeu for years, but the drum beat was never as loud as it was this summer. Some outlets even referred to the 27-year-old Chelsea forward's … [Read more...] about Father of Eden Hazard Lifts Lid on Real Madrid Transfer Saga
Hugo Lloris in Line to Start vs United Tonight, Despite Drink Driving Arrest
Despite his arrest early Friday morning for drink driving, Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper and captain Hugo Lloris is still in line to start the match against Manchester United tonight. After news of the arrest broke, the club sent out a statement declaring how serious they take incidences of drunken driving, and Lloris issued a public apology. However, according to various … [Read more...] about Hugo Lloris in Line to Start vs United Tonight, Despite Drink Driving Arrest
Six Ways to Become a Competitive Table Tennis Player
By Eamon Cannent Table tennis was first played in the Olympics in 1988. Since then, the game has gained fame in all the corners of the globe. Many people assume that table tennis is an uncomplicated sport. It’s until they get in its competition that they realize that it’s a sport like any other and which requires some extra efforts. Many platforms have come up with tips that … [Read more...] about Six Ways to Become a Competitive Table Tennis Player
#12 Notre Dame Football Season Preview, Predictions, Prospectus
Last season, Notre Dame football coach Brian Kelly showed that he can handle the hot seat just fine. Kelly rebounded from a 4-8 season in 2016 to go 10-3 in 2017, and get the program's first New Year's Day bowl game win since 1994; breaking an eight game skid. The resurgence was based on many factors, but two facets certainly stood out above the rest last campaign- a vastly … [Read more...] about #12 Notre Dame Football Season Preview, Predictions, Prospectus