The Edmonton Eskimos returned to the practice field on Saturday following their bye week. The team has lost three straight games after a 33-17 defeat to the Calgary Stampeders in the Labour Day rematch a week ago. Defensive tackle Almondo Sewell said the break came at a good time. “It was pretty good today,” Sewell said. “I think that everybody […]

The drive for five is complete, and even Jim Gavin could afford a smile at full-time. The Round Towers man has led the team to where no side has gone before. Since he took over, his captain Stephen Cluxton has been a constant between the sticks, and he reserved special praise for the Parnells man. “That’s the result of hundreds […]

SAUL “CANELO” ALVEREZ is stepping up two weight divisions to fight Sergey Kovalev on November 2 in Las Vegas. The 29-year-old, who holds titles at 160lbs, will try to become a champion in his fourth weight class when he moves up to light heavyweight. Golden Boy Promotions announced the showdown this weekend. Canelo heads into the clash on the back […]

ARSENAL travel to Vicarage Road to face Watford, looking to get back to winning ways and heap more misery on them in the Premier League. Defeat to Liverpool and draw against Tottenham means the Gunners are on a two-game winless run, but face bottom side Hornets – who replaced manager Javi Gracia with Quique Sanchez Flores after three defeats from […]

NEYMAR did not enjoy a welcoming reception on his return to action for Paris Saint-Germain. The Brazilian has been sidelined with injuries so far this season – but was booed by the PSG supporters as he was announced at Parc des Princes, only to score the winner late on. Matters turned worse as ultras unfurled a banner with a cruel […]

IT was a good Saturday for United as they ground out a 1-0 victory over Leicester. With Ole Gunnar Solskjaer under a bit of pressure going into the game, Marcus Rashford's early penalty was enough to give the home side all three points at Old Trafford. Follow us here for ALL of the latest United news and updates… FULL TIME: […]

OLE GUNNAR SOLSKJAER has indicated he is ready to throw youngsters Mason Greenwood, Tahith Chong and Angel Gomes into the Manchester United team today. The Old Trafford chief is having to combat a crippling injury crisis. The Red Devils are without Paul Pogba, Anthony Martial, Luke Shaw, Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Diogo Dalot so all three kids could play a part […]

SPURS are back in action as they welcome Crystal Palace to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. After defeat to Newcastle here last time out and a North London derby stalemate, Mauricio Pochettino's side will be hopeful of picking up a valuable three points. But the Eagles will be buoyant and eager for another top-6 scalp having already gone to Old Trafford […]

The message delivered by David Quinn throughout his rookie NHL head coaching season was loud. A year later, it is clear Quinn’s approach will have to be more nuanced, for more will be expected of him and the Rangers this time around. Make no mistake. While overseeing development of the Yoots of Broadway was an important component of Quinn’s assignment […]

HOPE POWELL fears the buzz from the Women’s World Cup will vanish — and hit attendances. The Women’s Super League saw a record crowd of 31,213 at last week’s opener between Manchester City and United at the Etihad. But Brighton boss Powell is worried the support will die out. Ahead of her side’s home clash with Chelsea tomorrow, she said: […]