In his dreams Rice Norris is purchasing pianos. It’s been two nights in a row, and Rice doesn’t even know how to play. He never plunked through “Chopsticks” as a kid or sat through a single lesson, but as of this morning, early, before the alarm, he has a baby grand and an upright, and…
Lost in Kinsale
And why shouldn’t I go to Kinsale? says Jan as we cross over the River Liffey for the third, maybe the fourth time, muddling our way out of Dublin in our wee rental car. What occurred there was years ago, says she. I don’t ever think about it. I’m just saying we don’t have to…
Kovac responds to Pavard to Bayern Munich rumours
The World Cup winner has been linked with a move to the German champions, but their new coach has kept quiet about a possible summer move Niko Kovac refused to comment on transfer speculation linking Bayern Munich with World Cup-winning defender Benjamin Pavard, but he does expect to be able to call upon the services of…
Bayern Munich boss Kovac planning for Boateng stay
The Germany international has attracted interest from several elite clubs this summer, but his coach believes he will opt to remain Bayern Munich boss Niko Kovac expects Jerome Boateng to stay with the Bundesliga giants, but acknowledged the defender could still move away before the end of August. Boateng played the entire 90 minutes off…
Pulisic: Rivalry with Sancho can fire Dortmund to Bundesliga glory
The young duo prepare to do battle at Wembley Stadium on Thursday, after doing so in training at the Bundesliga table toppers Dortmund Few know as much about Jadon Sancho’s talent as Christian Pulisic, as the pair do battle for a starting spot at a Borussia Dortmund side taking Germany by storm under Lucian Favre this…
Pulisic to Chelsea: Why Sarri has brought in Dortmund wonderkid
The Blues have made a big-money move for a player who is no longer first-choice at BVB but the American winger should be worth the investment Paying £58 million (€64m/$73m) for a player who has made just one Bundesliga start over the past three months might seem like a remarkable decision, but that is exactly what Chelsea have…
Robben: I will leave Bayern at end of the season
Click:wps官网下载 The Dutchman is ready to call time on a career with the Bundesliga outfit that has lasted a decade Arjen Robben has confirmed he will leave Bayern Munich at the end of this season, ending a 10-year association with the Bundesliga champions. Robben moved to the Allianz Arena in August 2009 after finding himself…
'Racism no issue in Germany team' – Muller blames media for Ozil debacle
The midfielder’s international retirement has prompted heated debates, and his former team-mate insists racism is not an issue in the team Thomas Muller is adamant racism has never been a problem in Germany’s national team despite Mesut Ozil’s perceived persecution, with the Bayern Munich forward also having a pop at the “hypocritical” media. Ozil announced…
Reiss Nelson showing Arsenal his world-class potential at Hoffenheim
The Bundesliga Rookie of the Month has been one of the shining lights in Germany this season, prompting calls for his loan spell to be cut short Six Bundesliga goals in just seven appearances: it’s the kind of form that you’d expect to see from a seasoned professional or top striker playing for Bayern Munich…
'It will not be long' – Werder Bremen hints at imminent debut for Sargent
The 18-year-old U.S. international has been impressing with the club’s U-23 side, and could be in line for a senior bow soon Werder Bremen sporting director Thomas Schaaf says teenage striker Josh Sargent will likely make his senior debut soon. Sargent signed with Bremen in February when he turned 18, but was not eligible to play…