Oriol Riera has revealed he turned down an enticing three-year contract in Spain to remain with Western Sydney for another season in the A-League. Marquee striker Riera was one of the few bright sparks in an otherwise forgettable campaign for the Wanderers….
The Yankees thought they had a fearsome three-headed monster from the right side of the plate when they acquired Giancarlo Stanton from Miami last December. Teamed with Gary Sanchez and Aaron Judge, the trio was expected to wreak havoc on opposing pitchers….
WWE are set to go ahead with their Crown Jewel pay-per-view on November 2. The pay-per-view was plunged into doubt when it was removed from their official website’s calendar of events. It comes amid pressure from the United States government over events…
The Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers are two of the fastest rising teams in the league. Now that LeBron James is playing for the Los Angeles Lakers, both teams are expected to engage in a tough battle for Eastern Conference supremacy…
The ACT government remain financially committed to Canberra's A-League bid despite speculation expansion could be delayed 12 months following a Football Federation board upheaval. FFA chairman Steven Lowy and his fellow directors will vacate their positions at the governing body's annual general meeting next month….
Matildas teenage superstar Ellie Carpenter admits she had "a lot of offers" from rival clubs but decided to re-sign with Canberra United because of one person. Second-year coach Heather Garriock. Carpenter, 18, was one of the most sought after players in the…
Abu Dhabi: An unexpectedly green Abu Dhabi wicket left Jon Holland looking vulnerable as Australia toyed with the possibility of playing three quicks in the second Test against Pakistan. The Sheikh Zayed Stadium is not known for being kind to bowlers, let…
BOSTON — Who’s the wise guy who flipped the script? This American League Championship Series was supposed to be over. The Boston Red Sox, with their flawed bullpen, weren’t supposed to be more than a little speed bump on the Houston Astros’ path…
Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski are in their ninth season together. Their on-field chemistry has unquestionably played a key role in the Patriots’ success the past decade. We saw that chemistry in action on Sunday – well, to some degree. With the…
Australia's desperation in Dubai will be on the minds of batsmen around the country on Tuesday, when the Sheffield Shield season starts in Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth. Defending champions Queensland host Tasmania at the Gabba, where Joe Burns and Jackson Bird are…
If it wasn’t for idealism, Kuwait coach Romeo Jozak would not be opposing the Socceroos on Tuesday morning, but overseeing them. Four years ago, the Croatian coach was one of the two final candidates in the running for the vacant technical director…
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. – They are not cute little underdogs anymore. They are not feisty, not daring, not building for a better tomorrow. The Indianapolis Colts are a team that drops passes and fumbles the football and throws stupid interceptions. They are…
Patrick Baumann, the secretary general of basketball's world governing body (FIBA) who was seen as a potential International Olympic Committee president, has died. Baumann is thought to have suffered a heart attack while attending the Youth Olympics in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He…
TALLADEGA, Ala. — In a sports easily perceived as individual, teamwork for more than 500 miles around Talladega Superspeedway was the crucial factor in Aric Almirola’s win Sunday in the 1000Bulbs.com 500. He and his Stewart-Haas racing teammates — pole winner-Kurt Busch,…
LOS ANGELES – This was not the way it was supposed to be. Jhoulys Chacín was not expected to be the Milwaukee Brewers’ ace. When general manager David Stearns signed the veteran right-hander to a two-year, $15.5 million free-agent contract four days…
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (18), seen here in last week’s game, was carted off the field after a tackle Sunday. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File) Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp was carted off the field during the second…
Fernando Hierro, one of the great men of world football, senses it too – believing that England can follow Spain out of the wilderness and win a major trophy before long. Hierro, who stepped in at the 11th hour to coach Spain…
The Three Lions boss reckons the Prem started too early after the World Cup compared to their Euro rivals. Southgate, whose side reached the semi-finals did not leave until July 15, was stunned the new season started on August 10 before all…
The Jets honored their 1968 Super Bowl-winning team Sunday, 50 years after they defeated the Colts in Super Bowl III. Then Joe Namath and Co. watched the current Jets go out and get their own victory over the Colts. This 42-34 win…
Dan Sarginson revealed how the Wigan coaching staff helped him take to the field at Old Trafford following the recent death of his younger brother. DJ and radio presenter Adam Sarginson died suddenly while in Norway last month, with the news affecting…
Coming into the 2018 college football season, University of Texas quarterback Shane Buechele was the most experienced returning quarterback in the Big 12. In 2016, Buechele had broken the Texas freshman passing records held by NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Bobby Layne….
The Miami Dolphins were a yard away. It ended up not costing them the game, but a fumble late in overtime nearly led to a disastrous finish for the Dolphins, who eventually beat the Chicago Bears 31-28 on Jason Sanders' game-winning field goal. After a…
Khalil Mack, an outside linebacker for the Chicago Bears, has only been in the NFL for a few years, but became the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history when he was traded to the Bears by the Oakland Raiders in September 2018….
The Warriors were trailing by ten points and thought they were back in the game when DTH van der Merwe scrambled over for a try. However, the referee had already blown for a penalty before the winger touched down. The Scots did…
Andreas Herzog's side beat Scotland 2-1 and will now look to earn revenge for a 1-0 loss in Albania last month. What time is kick-off? THIS Nations League clash is set for Sunday, October 14. Kick-off is at 7.45pm. When the sides…
His beloved club Brighton confirmed the news this evening after reports earlier today said the Football Italia announcer was "seriously ill". Albion chief executive Paul Barber commented, “So many of us here at the club knew Peter well. He was a hugely…
Two of the most talented players in the NFL are now up for grabs. There have been a lot of rumors swirling around the league as the NFL trading deadline inches ever closer in 2018, but now, there is some proof. A…
Fans are making their NFL Week 6 picks, and by a small majority, the books are with the Jacksonville Jaguars beating the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. Experts have given their NFL Week 6 picks, and by a very large majority, they are…
WWE cancelling “Crown Jewel” could have huge implications in big fashion. Less than 24 hours after WWE revealed they would be moving ahead with Crown Jewel in early November, it now appears as if minds have been changed. Reports are now coming…
Michael Schumacher’s former boss at Ferrari Jean Todt has revealed he visits the stricken German champion twice a month. Updates on Schumacher’s health have been far and few between since he hit his head on a rock while skiing with his then…
