This was Barça’s first Liga defeat on the road since a 0-2 reverse at Celta Vigo in May. Without their talismanic captain Lionel Messi who is yet to recover from a calf injury, Barcelona looked largely bereft of ideas in attack despite handing a competitive debut to forward Antoine Griezmann at San Mamés. The new €120 million signing could have had a goal on his debut but fired wide six minutes from time....
But a hat trick in FC Dallas’ previous home league game against Real Salt Lake - Lamah’s second, third and fourth goals with the club - hinted that the 29-year-old was beginning to find his footing in Major League Soccer. Schweini: ‘Injury shouldn’t be too bad’ Saturday night he had another multi-goal performance, scoring a double to help spur FCD to a 3-1 win over Toronto FC. The goals were a relief for Lamah who, in addition to adjusting to MLS and coping with an ankle knock, has been mourning the loss of his friend Cheick Tiote....
Lamborghini’s new, quick coupe is a blend of all things the Santa’Agata, Italy-based brand is good at, while accelerating the design story of Huracán. Its looks are more muscular and refined than those of other Huracáns. Lightweighting, combined with sleek design choices give the front a more sculpted look while bolder shoulders project strength alongside optimized aerodynamics. The car’s refined 5.2-liter V10 engine is the stuff that makes hair grow on chests....
Earlier, Saul Niguez opened the scoring for Atletico Madrid with a curling effort from 25 yards out. Atletico, however, lost steam in attack after that and were happy to sit back and soak up the pressure as Barcelona tried relentlessly to find spaces to exploit in the final third. Valverde’s substitutions worked to a great extent and Barcelona got going in the final 20 minutes and Luis Suarez made sure they eked out a point with a brilliant header from a delicious cross by Sergi Roberto....
It is a clash between first and second, with bragging rights as well as the potential to be crowned league champions on the line. The Blaugrana hold an eight-point lead atop the league standings, but the Colchoneros would be desperate to reduce that deficit to five by posting a rare victory at the Camp Nou. Barcelona enter the fixture as very much the form team of the two and this coupled with the caliber of players on display within the Barca ranks means the defending La Liga champions are the favorites in the tie....
La Palma is one of the islands belonging to the Canary Islands archipelago of Spain. The Canary Islands government said that ever since Monday, “volcanic activity has fallen to almost nothing.” Some scientists are speculating that the proceeding 36 hours of silence signifies an end to the Cumbre Vieja eruption that has lasted for 87 days. Some scientists are still exercising caution toward the lack of activity. Geology expert Valentin Troll told the Associated Press that the volcano has a history of “playing a few tricks,” meaning that people should still be keeping an eye out for any dangerous behavior....
Footage of Milo the dog’s reaction to the festive spectacle at the Jones Beach Light Show in Long Island, New York, was shared to TikTok by his owners, Kayla and Ben. The clip, which has already been viewed nearly 2 million times, captures the pet’s spellbound reaction to the twinkling lights. For many watching online, the footage provided a perfect demonstration of how the holidays are as much a time for our animal friends as they are our family....
In Arsenal’s first outing since Arsene Wenger announced his impending departure, a dogged West Ham looked set to heap more frustration on the Gunners until Lacazette took centre stage. The France international struck twice in the final 10 minutes to earn himself a score of 93/100 on the Goal Pressure Index, presented by Sure and powered by Opta data, to lead the Pressure Index Team of the Week. He was joined by midfield colleague Aaron Ramsey, who made three key passes including an assist in the 4-1 victory....
The fire on September 18 at the Ponderosa Pet Resort killed 75 pets. Authorities said it is likely that the animals died from smoke inhalation and that there is “no indication the fire was intentionally set.” As pet owners grieve for their lost friends, questions about preventive measures have arisen. “If I had to choose a facility, this would definitely raise some questions, you know: Is there someone overnight? Is there a sprinkler system?...
After six consecutive All-Star seasons in Orlando, Howard was traded to Los Angeles in 2012 and viewed as a piece capable of keeping the Lakers’ championship window open for years to come. The core of Howard, Kobe Bryant, Pau Gasol and Steve Nash put LA near the top of Western Conference projections. Remember Sports Illustrated’s infamous “Now This is Going To Be Fun” cover? It was fun — for fans who hated the Lakers....
And it was thanks to a little-known NBA rule that most of the Lakers coaching staff and players didn’t even know existed. Lakers centre Robert Sacre fouled out in the 4th quarter, but despite that coach Mike D’Antoni decided to keep him on the court as he did what was best for his team. Nick Young ended up twisting his knee in first half play, Chris Kaman fouled out even before Sacre in the 4th quarter and Jordan Farmar had to leave the court a little later with cramps in his leg....
Behind superstar efforts from Anthony Davis (34 points, nine rebounds, five assists) and LeBron James (25 points, 13 rebounds, nine assists), the Lakers controlled the series opener and captured a 116-98 victory over the Heat on Wednesday night. LA shot over 45 percent from the field and nearly 40 percent from 3-point range, and the team defense was stifling throughout the contest. To make matters worse for the Heat, starting guard Goran Dragic (foot) and All-Star big man Bam Adebayo (shoulder) left Game 1 with injuries....
Julen Lopetegui’s team dominated possession, securing 78% of the ball and controlling the game from start to finish. Daniel Carvajal and Gareth Bale grabbed a goal apiece in what was a routine win for Los Blancos. Getafe rarely threatened Madrid’s goal and had to wait until injury time for their first shot on target after two wayward efforts and two blocked shots earlier in the game. The home side managed 10 shots on goal throughout the match, hitting the target three times....
MORE: Comparing contracts of Patrick Mahomes, Deshaun Watson Mahomes’ average annual salary was set at $45 million by the Chiefs, knowing that the QB market was going to get exponentially expensive. He got $63 million guaranteed at signing, but the big number was the $141.481 million in total guarantees. He also can earn up to $503 million with incentives and bonuses. Mahomes wanted to be secured in Kansas City long-term and team officials, fresh off seeing him lead the franchise to its first Super Bowl victory, didn’t mind locking in at a lucrative level for a decade after his spectacular play before age 25....
According to the report, Odom went missing shortly after an intervention attempt by wife Khloe Kardashian on Wednesday evening. The former Lakers star was allegedly thrown out of the house after refusing to participate in the intervention. As of Sunday, his whereabouts are unknown. No family members on either side have been able to get into contact with Odom since that night, and fear that he is in the midst of a drug binge, TMZ alleges....
McClanaghan, who lives in Rhode Island, is known to work with NBA superstars, boasting clients such as Derrick Rose, Kevin Durant and Kevin Love. Odom was recently linked to the Lakers and Clippers, the two teams with which he spent most of his career. He recently met with the Clippers, but coach Doc Rivers downplayed his team's interest in Odom, according to ESPN.com. For the time being, Odom is working out with McClanaghan Ryan Center on campus in Kingston, R....
Arsenal 11/1 to win the title Lacazette scored with his second touch in the Premier League – with his first touch having come from the kick-off – yet it was fellow France international Giroud who will make the headlines after sealing the three points for an Arsenal side who showed glimpses of impressive attacking quality throughout. Sanchez may have to accept the decision of Arsene Wenger to keep him until his contract expires next summer but the 90 minutes he witnessed on Friday night would have surely provided another reason as to why he wants to join Manchester City before the transfer window closes....
However, the tournament is about more than silverware for Jose Mourinho’s men: it is means to an end, as victory would secure qualification for next season’s Champions League, a competition they would otherwise likely miss out on through the Premier League. Saviour & Centurion: Ronaldo rises again Anderlecht stand most immediately in the path of the Red Devils, but Lyon are widely seen to be their biggest challengers for the trophy....
Monkeygate, 2007-08 The Indians, with renewed optimism, assembled under Anil Kumble’s leadership to take on a gallant Australian side. On the back of just one three-day warm-up game, the tourists were swiftly brought down to their knees with a 337-run defeat in the Boxing Day Test at Melbourne. The second fixture, at Sydney, is painted with a black brush in the annals of cricket’s history. Tempers frayed on either side right from the commencement of the Test, and, on Day 3, Harbhajan Singh was charged for remarks against Andrew Symonds that were apparently racist in nature....
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