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Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s Book is Teammate’s Airline Reading Material

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Traveling somewhere this week? Or maybe later this holiday season? Do you have your reading material for the airplane/train/bus ready? Now imagine your book is the autobiography of your co-worker, who's on the same company flight with you. Manchester United defender Timothy Fosu-Mensah is currently reading "I am Zlatan," the autobiography of Red Devils striker Zlatan … [Read more...] about Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s Book is Teammate’s Airline Reading Material

Northwestern Football: Austin Carr vs Other Biletnikoff Finalists

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Northwestern football player and graduate student Austin Carr is up for two national season awards. He's a finalist for the Burlsworth Trophy, which honors the nation's greatest former walk-on. Much more importantly, the B1G's leading receiver is one of three finalists for the Biletnikoff Award, which goes to the nation's most Outstanding Receiver. Here's how he stacks up … [Read more...] about Northwestern Football: Austin Carr vs Other Biletnikoff Finalists

Inevitable Aroldis Chapman Deal Domino Falls After Jorge Soler Trade

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All the dominoes are falling in the Chicago Cubs hot stove, but there will still likely be more to come yet. It's also having ripple effects on the south side of town, as the White Sox have been extremely active. You knew the Jon Jay signing would lead to at least Cubs outfielder, if not two, being shipped out of town. We're still awaiting the departure of Dexter Fowler to … [Read more...] about Inevitable Aroldis Chapman Deal Domino Falls After Jorge Soler Trade

Fellaini, Depay, Schneiderlin All Drawing January Loan Move Interest

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The last remaining advocates of Marouane Fellaini within the Manchester United fan base likely jumped ship on Sunday. I can't imagine there are too many hold outs left, but what happened this past weekend will no doubt force the last dead-enders to abandon that cause. United fans would love to see Fellaini jettisoned. Remember the vitriol for Tom Cleverley? … [Read more...] about Fellaini, Depay, Schneiderlin All Drawing January Loan Move Interest

Jose Mourinho Rips Icy, Frozen Pitch Conditions in Europa League

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Manchester United travel to war torn Ukraine to take on FC Zorya, with the home team moving the match over serious security issues. However, the sociopolitical climate isn't the only kind of climate having adverse effects on this tie. Heading to this part of the world to play a UEFA Europa League match in December means having to deal with the wintry elements, as that issue is … [Read more...] about Jose Mourinho Rips Icy, Frozen Pitch Conditions in Europa League

MUFC Unavailable List: Smalling, Shaw, Carrick, Valencia and More

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Manchester United have revealed their travel roster for their UEFA Europa League tie at FC Zorya, and a lot of notable names were left out. The still injured defender duo of Chris Smalling and Luke Shaw will not be available, as expected. However, the Thursday night clash will also see Michael Carrick, Antonio Valencia and Matteo Darmian left out as the trio are getting some … [Read more...] about MUFC Unavailable List: Smalling, Shaw, Carrick, Valencia and More

Jose Mourinho is Not on the Hot Seat at United, Claim Reports

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While Manchester United Manager Jose Mourinho made a lot of great points during his postgame media opportunities Sunday, results are still results. While Mourinho's rhetoric relating to the style versus substance debate has a lot of merit, he still seems to be ignoring the "you are your record," cliche. It's a cliche because the saying is still entirely true. The Red Devils … [Read more...] about Jose Mourinho is Not on the Hot Seat at United, Claim Reports

Henrikh Mkhitaryan Says Blame Him, not Jose Mourinho for Slow Start

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When Manchester United routed West Ham United last week 4-1, ousting the Hammers from the EFL Cup, it was kind of an arrival for attacking midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan. The previous Sunday, United played to a 1-1 draw against the very same team in Premier League competition, and like the midweek clash, also at Old Trafford, it was a Red Devils domination. The difference is … [Read more...] about Henrikh Mkhitaryan Says Blame Him, not Jose Mourinho for Slow Start