Extra Wallabies camps and resting stars are just realities of life in a Rugby World Cup year, Brumbies lock Sam Carter says. Most of Australia’s Wallabies players have been in Sydney for a fitness camp this week, ensuring they’re up to speed for when they return to their states despite starting preseason later than their…
Month: September 2019
Speakers solidified, registration open for 2019-20 NFCA Coaches Clinics
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The NFCA is excited to announce that registration is open for the 2019-20 NFCA Coaches Clinics and its incredible speaker lineup is solidified for year three. It features 40 elite softball minds, who will share their knowledge, drills and secrets to success this winter. “Providing relevant, cutting-edge fastpitch education is one of the…
'Defeats can tend to linger' – Lingard urges Manchester United to get over Barcelona disappointment
The midfielder knows his club must focus on three matches ahead if they are to reach next year’s Champions League Jesse Lingard knows it is essential for Manchester United to finish in the top four as they prepare for a potentially decisive run of matches. United were knocked out of the Champions League by Barcelona on…
Watch: Arzani looking sharp as he trains with Manchester City
The young Aussie is well and truly on the road to recovery After injuring his ACL on debut for Celtic, Manchester City loanee Daniel Arzani is nearing full fitness and shared footage on social media that suggests he’s still as sharp as ever on the ball. The Socceroos attacker has been sidelined since October and…
Lazio fans hang pro-Mussolini banner and racially abuse Bakayoko
The atmosphere grew ugly ahead of Wednesday night’s Coppa Italia semi-final second leg in Milan Some supporters of Lazio hung a banner honouring Benito Mussolini and chanted racial abuse at AC Milan’s Tiemoue Bakayoko ahead of Wednesday night’s Coppa Italia match. The two teams met at San Siro for the second leg of their cup semi-final, and…
'Suarez won't get a hero's welcome' – Barcelona striker warned to expect frosty reception on Liverpool return
The former Reds striker celebrated when scoring against Jurgen Klopp’s side at Camp Nou and Jamie Carragher feels bridges have been burned at Anfield Luis Suarez will not get the “hero homecoming he will be hoping for” when he returns to Anfield with Barcelona, says Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher. The Uruguayan striker spent three-and-a-half years…
Cannavaro quits as China coach after two games
The Italian decided to quit after just two matches in charge – both home losses to Thailand and Uzbekistan Fabio Cannavaro stepped down as China head coach to focus on his role with Guangzhou Evergrande Taobao, the Italy World Cup winner announced. Cannavaro decided to quit after just two matches in charge of the national…
To Baku! Aubameyang and Lacazette keep Arsenal's season alive with Mestalla masterclass
The Gunners booked their spot in the Europa League final with a 4-2 second leg win against Valencia on Thursday When Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang crashed home his third goal of the night in the final minute to seal Arsenal’s 4-2 win at Mestalla, even the Valencia fans stood and applauded. There was nothing else they could do….
NRL announce new 'Magic Round' dates after Reds-Tahs clash revealed
The NRL have announced a new set of dates for their ‘Magic Round’ after initially planning to host the fixtures on the same Saturday the Reds host the Waratahs at Suncorp Stadium. The NRL announced the “landmark” new concept at Suncorp on Sunday – each of the 16 NRL clubs slated to play at the…
Samu Kerevi wins second Pilecki Medal
Samu Kerevi has claimed back-to-back Pilecki Medals after being voted by his teammates as the Reds’ best player in 2019. Kerevi won the top award which is named after the late legendary Queensland prop Stan Pilecki, the first man to win 100 caps for the Reds. Kerevi, who captained the Reds in 2019, polled 301…