Yankees vs. Nationals in D.C. will open 2020 MLB season

Yankees vs. Nationals to open the 2020 season? Yes, please. Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports It was noted earlier this week that the New York Yankees were likely going to take part in the opening of the 2020 MLB season. That’s now all but confirmed. At the very least, if the season does get going amid the ongoing … Continue reading Yankees vs. Nationals in D.C. will open 2020 MLB season Continue Reading →

Courage, Thorns kneel during national anthem ahead of NWSL Challenge Cup opener

Thorns and Courage players took a knee during the playing of the national anthem. Chris Nicoll-USA  The National Women’s Soccer League is the first professional sports league in the United States to return to action, and players made a powerful statement before the first match between the Portland Thorns and North Carolina Courage on Saturday. During … Continue reading Courage, Thorns kneel during national anthem ahead of NWSL Challenge Cup opener Continue Reading →

June 28 in sports history: Muhammad Ali’s most Supreme victory

On June 28, 1971, Muhammad Ali had a famous victory — but in the Supreme Court, not a boxing ring. Here’s a look back at notable sports news on June 28 through the years: 1971: The United States was falling deeper into the unwinnable Vietnam War. The military lowered its qualification standards in 1965 to cast … Continue reading June 28 in sports history: Muhammad Ali’s most Supreme victory Continue Reading →

Nagelsmann bullish about prospect of RB Leipzig winning Champions League

Julian Nagelsmann during RB Leipzig’s final Bundesliga game Julian Nagelsmann has urged his RB Leipzig players to seize their “big chance” to win the Champions League.   Die Roten Bullen confirmed their place in next year’s Champions League and a third-place finish in the Bundesliga with a 2-1 win at Augsburg thanks to two goals … Continue reading Nagelsmann bullish about prospect of RB Leipzig winning Champions League Continue Reading →

Solskjaer praises ‘magnificent’ Maguire after FA Cup winner

Manchester United celebrate Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hailed Harry Maguire’s “magnificent” contribution for Manchester United after the defender’s winner against Norwich City. Maguire tucked away a close-range winner in the 118th minute as United recorded a 2-1 win at Carrow Road on Saturday to reach the FA Cup semi-finals. An £80million signing from Leicester City last … Continue reading Solskjaer praises ‘magnificent’ Maguire after FA Cup winner Continue Reading →

Murray believes revised ATP Tour schedule is ‘not safe’

Brit Andy Murray Andy Murray believes the revised ATP Tour schedule is unsafe for players. The season is due to restart in August after being suspended in March due to the coronavirus pandemic. It is shaping as a busy period with two tournaments ahead of the US Open before players are due to head to … Continue reading Murray believes revised ATP Tour schedule is ‘not safe’ Continue Reading →

I don’t consider a player’s price tag – Setien defends benching Griezmann

Barcelona forward Antoine Griezmann Barcelona coach Quique Setien said he had no interest in a player’s price tag when choosing his team after starting Antoine Griezmann on the bench against Celta Vigo. Griezmann, a €120million signing from Atletico Madrid last year, was introduced late as Barca were held to a 2-2 draw in Vigo on … Continue reading I don’t consider a player’s price tag – Setien defends benching Griezmann Continue Reading →

Saul calls for Atletico to continue run after fourth straight win

Atletico Madrid celebrate Saul Niguez urged Atletico Madrid to continue their good run of form after a 2-1 win over Deportivo Alaves in LaLiga on Saturday. Atletico consolidated third spot in the table courtesy of their fourth straight win as Saul and Diego Costa, the latter via the penalty spot, scored at the Wanda Metropolitano. … Continue reading Saul calls for Atletico to continue run after fourth straight win Continue Reading →

Real Reason why Vince McMahon has cancelled Liv Morgan’s singles push revealed

Vince McMahon and Liv Morgan. Liv Morgan was widely expected to be the next big singles Superstar in the women’s division when she was brought back at the end of December last year. However, things haven’t gone in Morgan’s favour as WWE seems to have nixed her push and the storyline direction is possibly heading towards … Continue reading Real Reason why Vince McMahon has cancelled Liv Morgan’s singles push revealed Continue Reading →