Manchester United midfielder and Vice Captain Michael Carrick signed a one-year contract extension this June. It's possible that this will be his final seaon at Old Trafford. Carrick has told Sky Sports that 2016-17 might be his final year at the Theatre of Dfeams. He concedes he may have to accept that his future lies elsewhere. "There's always a chance of that, isn't there?" … [Read more...] about Could be Final Season for Michael Carrick at Man United
Juan Mata Thinks Paul Pogba, Zlatan Ibramovic are Adjusting Well
What's the latest news surrounding the world's biggest club? Here's what the internet has been talking about today pertaining to Manchester United. Juan Mata is one of United's most important players both on and off the pitch because he speaks his mind and conveys leadership. Since he moved over from Chelsea in January of 2014, Mata has been a guy who often addresses the the … [Read more...] about Juan Mata Thinks Paul Pogba, Zlatan Ibramovic are Adjusting Well
Liverpool Legend Steven Gerrard Officially Leaving Los Angeles
Update: Steven Gerrard will not return to the LA Galaxy after his contract expires next month, the MLS club confirmed on Tuesday. (ESPN FC) Liverpool FC icon Steven Gerrard has already done the "European star goes to the football world's retirement home in America" routine as the former midfielder is now with the L.A. Galaxy in Major League Soccer. He is reportedly still … [Read more...] about Liverpool Legend Steven Gerrard Officially Leaving Los Angeles
Purdue-Villanova Basketball Game Was More Entertaining than Most in November
Like every other sport and/or league, NCAA Division I college basketball is a world of haves and have nots. Unlike other sports and leagues, the gap between the elites and the also-rans is wider than you can ever imagine. Even though it's only November, top tier college basketball is still top tier college basketball. Your defending national championships, the #4 Villanova … [Read more...] about Purdue-Villanova Basketball Game Was More Entertaining than Most in November
Chelsea FC Icon Frank Lampard Leaving New York City FC
Chelsea FC icon Frank Lampard has already done the "European star goes to the football world's retirement home in America" routine. Today, he announced the end to this portion of his career. The 38-year-old Lampard is done at New York City FC and on his way to the next step in his journey, wherever and whatever that may be. "As my time at NYCFC comes to an end I would like … [Read more...] about Chelsea FC Icon Frank Lampard Leaving New York City FC
Illini Basketball Fans, How to Survive the Recruiting News Cycle
Recruiting news is the drug of choice possible for college basketball fanatics. It's the hardest drug available in the sports media world too. Illini basketball fans know this truth as well as any fanbase; perhaps even more so. Now more than ever blue chip freshmen have major influence on whether a team rises for falls. It also doesn't help that Illinois is coming off the … [Read more...] about Illini Basketball Fans, How to Survive the Recruiting News Cycle
Liverpool FC Reunion with Steven Gerrard and Brendan Rodgers at Celtic?
Could their be a Liverpool FC reunion going on at Celtic FC? We already have one of the major key figures from the Reds' Premier League runner-up season of 2013-14, Manager Brendan Rodgers, at the Scotland football power. Now we might be seeing that team's most iconic star, midfielder Steven Gerrard, potentially joining him at Celtic Park. … [Read more...] about Liverpool FC Reunion with Steven Gerrard and Brendan Rodgers at Celtic?
Arsenal FC Man Alex Iwobi Makes Brilliant Play (Video)
We still have a ways to go yet, November 19th to be exact, until Arsenal are back in action. They'll visit Old Trafford to take on Manchester United next Saturday. In the meantime, here's a video showing a Gunners player doing something on the football pitch that you just cannot miss. It's a thing of beauty. … [Read more...] about Arsenal FC Man Alex Iwobi Makes Brilliant Play (Video)
Jake Arrieta Hurt Himself as well as Fanbase with Hostile Tweet
UPDATE: Jake Arrieta explains the Tweet in his own words. We can debate until we're Cubbie blue in the face what Chicago Cubs Pitcher Jake Arrieta truly meant with his bizarre, hostile Tweet. All we know for sure is: … [Read more...] about Jake Arrieta Hurt Himself as well as Fanbase with Hostile Tweet
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has Truly Inspired Jesse Lingard
Manchester United Forward Jesse Lingard expressed just how much veteran striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has had a positive influence on him. In addition to scoring goals, the biggest and best thing Ibrahimovic can do at United is make a positive impact on the younger guys on the Red Devils roster. It appears that the Swede's potential to be a leader and mentor is indeed shining … [Read more...] about Zlatan Ibrahimovic has Truly Inspired Jesse Lingard