On Wednesday and Thursday, rounds one and two of the 2024 NBA Draft will take place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. The 2024 draft class is historically worse compared to years past. That bodes well for one player who’s in the draft pool. LeBron James oldest son, Bronny. After one season at USC, the 19-year-old decided he wanted to …
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Postecoglou says Slovenia moment “would hurt” Gareth Southgate
Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou believes the moment when England fans threw their cups at Gareth Southgate will hurt the Three Lions boss as the 53-year-old continues to try and fix his team’s problems. The group stage of Euro 2024 has been very underwhelming for England as the Three Lions won just one of their three games. Their performances have also …
Read More »Tosun strikes in stoppage time to send Turks to last 16 as Czechs crash out
Turkey scored in stoppage time to beat Czech Republic 2-1 and secure their place in the last 16 of euro 2024 and send the Czechs crashing out. Cenk Tosun netted in the fourth minute of time added on after Tomas Soucek had cancelled out Haskan Calhanoglu’s stunner earlier in the second half. The dramatic victory sees the Turks finish second …
Read More »Newcastle make Fikayo Tomori move as AC Milan name their price – The Guardian
According to The Guardian, Newcastle United have approached AC Milan over a potential deal for Fikayo Tomori. The former Chelsea centre-back has been linked with a possible move to Tyneside via the Italian press this month and the story has now been picked up closer to home, with Ed Aarons reporting that we’ve made contact with the Serie A giants. …
Read More »Luciano Acosta, Cucho Hernandez headline the Best of MLS for Week 17
By Justin Ruderman and Favian Renkel Welcome back to Week No. 17 of Justin and Favian’s Weekly MLS Awards where SBI staff writers Justin Ruderman and Favian Renkel bring you a glimpse at the best of each week in MLS. We had some difficult decisions to make this week as each matchday provided enough drama and quality for the entire …
Read More »West Ham’s Michail Antonio scores Jamaica’s first Copa América goal
After giving up two goals in the first half, Jamaica are showing some fight in their 2024 Copa América against Ecuador. Despite the matchup not starting the way the Reggae Boyz had hoped, they have cut the deficit in half. West Ham United striker Michail Antonio is the notable player, with Aston Villa’s Leon Bailey not part of this team. …
Read More »Georgia stun Portugal to prolong their German odyssey
June 26 – Georgia wrote history on their Euro’s debut by defeating Portugal’s second string 2-0 to claim a ticket for the last 16 of Euro 2024. On an emotional night on the Ruhr, Georgia defied football logic and the balance of power to power past Portugal with a display of self-confidence and efficiency. Willy Sagnol’s team were keenly aware …
Read More »Barcelona DNA: Eight players from La Masia in Spain’s Olympics squad
With just a month before the Paris Olympics kicks off, Spain has officially announced its squad, featuring three Barcelona stars. La Roja’s U23 manager Santi Denia has called up Fermin Lopez, Pau Cubarsi and Eric Garcia while Lamine Yamal and Alejandro Balde have both missed out. However, while only three Barcelona players were able to make the squad for Olympics, …
Read More »Round of 16 opponent predicted
England’s performance in Euro 2024 has been pretty uninspiring thus far, with a series of mixed results in the group stage. Despite a lacklustre goalless draw against Slovenia and a shaky 1-1 tie with Denmark, the Three Lions topped Group C, securing their spot in the Round of 16. Who Could England Play in the Round of 16? As the …
Read More »Chelsea’s Kendry Páez mirrors Cole Palmer’s celebration after scoring
Kendry Páez, who is signed with Chelsea, scored his first goal of the 2024 Copa América on a penalty kick after a VAR review. Moreover, the teenager mimicked the celebration of his soon-to-be teammate Cole Palmer. Ecuador is taking on Jamaica as both teams are keen for a win to secure all three points and keep their hopes of advancing …
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