FIFA will hold a vote in Moscow this week to pick the host for the 2026 World Cup, and it's down to two finalists- North America and Russia. Former Germany national team captain and current Chicago Fire midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger supports the United States-Canada-Mexico joint World Cup bid. "Yes, of course," Schweinsteiger responded when asked about the upcoming … [Read more...] about Bastian Schweinsteiger Supports North American 2026 World Cup Bid
Man United Transfer Talk: Gareth Bale, Victor Lindelof, Marko Arnautovic
It will continue to be a very exciting summer transfer window at Manchester United, with plenty of comings and goings. Who will be the next to join Fred and Diogo Dalot as new arrivals this summer? Who will be heading out the Old Trafford door? Let's take a spin through the latest transfer rumors and gossip making the rounds on the internet today. … [Read more...] about Man United Transfer Talk: Gareth Bale, Victor Lindelof, Marko Arnautovic
Illini Basketball: Five UI Athletics Hall of Fame Snubs
Illini basketball, on the men's side, comprised one quarter of the inaugural Illinois Athletics Hall of Fame class. That's fitting as U of I is a hoops school. As current Illini basketball coach Brad Underwood reminded the media ahead of the first ever HOF gala, Illinois was ranked the #11 hoops program of all time by the Associated Press in 2017. Although the program has … [Read more...] about Illini Basketball: Five UI Athletics Hall of Fame Snubs
Illini Football: Six UI Athletics Hall of Fame Snubs
Illini football comprised one quarter of the inaugural Illinois Athletics Hall of Fame class. Dick Butkus, Dike Eddleman, Red Grange, George Halas, George Huff, Buddy Young and Bob Zuppke were the seven representatives of the gridiron in the 28 member class. In the second class, they were joined by Jim Grabowski, Dana Howard, Alex Agase and Ray Elliot. Speaking of football, … [Read more...] about Illini Football: Six UI Athletics Hall of Fame Snubs
Let’s Get Weird, Sports Episode 1: 1904 St. Louis Olympic Marathon (AUDIO)
The Sports Bank is extremely proud to partner with the Hammer & Rails Podcast NETWORK to bring you the inaugural episode of "Let's Get Weird, Sports." What is this show exactly? Well, it's something we're very excited about as it's unlike anything else we've ever done before. As my partner Casey Bartley described, it's "A new venture in sports story telling where we dive … [Read more...] about Let’s Get Weird, Sports Episode 1: 1904 St. Louis Olympic Marathon (AUDIO)
Olivier Giroud and Matt Miazga Leave Game After Bloody Collision
There was a very scary moment tonight in the international friendly between the United States and France that resulted in a 1-1 draw. USA and Chelsea man (currently on loan with Vitesse) Matt Miazga had a nasty head to head challenge with France and Chelsea forward Olivier Giroud on an early second-half corner. The collision left both men bleeding very heavily and forced … [Read more...] about Olivier Giroud and Matt Miazga Leave Game After Bloody Collision
Liverpool Miss Out on Nabil Fekir as Lyon End Negotiations
It's never a done deal until all the paper work is signed, sealed and delivered, with the Ts crossed and the Is dotted. On Thursday, numerous media outlets all over the world reported that Liverpool and Lyon had reached an agreement for the transfer of forward Nabil Fekir. We were told the deal was worth €55m (£48.4m) in base fee plus €5m (£4.4m) in add-ons, which meant the … [Read more...] about Liverpool Miss Out on Nabil Fekir as Lyon End Negotiations
Dele Alli, Christian Eriksen Set to Sign Tottenham Contract Extensions
Tottenham Hotspurs are entering into a new era, with a stunning and massively upgraded stadium that's sure to be a game-changer for the north London side. An essential part of reaching or exceeding their big ambitions is to make sure that they have the team's nucleus locked in for the long term. Harry Kane committed his long term future to the club just yesterday, and this … [Read more...] about Dele Alli, Christian Eriksen Set to Sign Tottenham Contract Extensions
Mohamed Salah Rejects Sergio Ramos Claims, Laughs at them
A couple days ago, Real Madrid central defender and team captain Sergio Ramos hit back at all the criticism that he's received since his collision with Mohamed Salah in the Champions League final which resulted in a serious injury to the Liverpool and Egypt star. Ramos escaped punitive action for the incident, but hundreds of thousands of people signed a petition calling for … [Read more...] about Mohamed Salah Rejects Sergio Ramos Claims, Laughs at them
Roman Abramovich Reportedly Rejects Offer to Sell Chelsea FC
It's been well chronicled how Chelsea FC Owner Roman Abramovich is having serious issues trying to renew his UK Visa, and thus some uncertainty currently surrounds the club. The Russian oligarch and Vladimir Putin ally has recently gained Israeli citizenship, under the nation's Law of Return, and it is thought that this process is related to the UK working VISA … [Read more...] about Roman Abramovich Reportedly Rejects Offer to Sell Chelsea FC