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Gareth Bale’s Future At Real Madrid Still Unclear - Chris Coleman
In what may yet prove a decisive factor in Bale's decision to stay or go, Zidane memorably departed the club only a matter of days after lifting his third Champions League triumph in Kiev. Chris Coleman is not sure if Gareth Bale will still be at Real Madrid next season, but believes the 28-year-old has played his part in the club's success. [Full Article...]
Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe on Manchester United radar
During Sunday's big game, Griezmann made an L-shaped hand gesture, put it on his forehead and then trotted side to side along Croatia's goal line. Here are a few views of Griezmann's "epic" celebratory emote. Whilst I'm not surprised to see a Fortnite emote in a soccer game (although this is the World Cup final), it was a little surprising to see it in such a crucial moment. [Full Article...]
Donald Trump nearly alone in view of Russian Federation meddling
The president also said he's intrigued by Putin's idea of involving Russian investigators with the Mueller probe, perhaps sending special counsel investigators to Russia to investigate the 12 GRU agents accused by the Justice Department of hacking the Democratic National Committee and Hillary Clinton's campaign. [Full Article...]
French fans give hero's welcome to 'Les Bleus' World Cup champions
Captain Hugo Lloris led the celebrations on the fabled boulevard after touching down back in the French capital around 5pm local time, with the squad invited to a special reception by President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee. Sports Minister Flessel told Europe-1 radio that the World Cup victory allowed France's youth - like those in the poor suburbs where numerous players grew up - "to dare to b... [Full Article...]
Usain Bolt poised for surprise trial with Aussie football club
A Football Federal Australia spokesman told the BBC that it would not assist in funding Bolt's trial. A leading Aussie football commentator says the A-League's pursuit of Usain Bolt could "reduce the league to a sideshow". FFA has a pot of $3 million, provided by Fox Sports, to spend on marquee players for the upcoming season. "The Club can confirm that it has been in negotiations with the Oly... [Full Article...]
'Utterly ridiculous': Vladimir Putin rejects claims of Russian influence in 2016 election
And while he denied ordering the election interference, he did, for the first time, acknowledge he had a preference in the 2016 race. The summit comes days after the U.S. sanctions, aware that the U.S. Congress would never allow such action. "The disagreements between our two countries are well-known and President Putin and I discussed them at length today", Trump said. [Full Article...]
Owen Black set to compete in 2018 MLB Jr. Home Run Derby
According to The Athletic's Matt Gelb , Hoskins is requesting Phillies minor-league infielder coordinator Chris Truby to throw to him. Milwaukee Brewers breakout first baseman Jesus Aguilar and Chicago Cubs sluggers Kyle Schwarber and Javier Baez will all feature prominently in the Home Run Derby . [Full Article...]
MLB Home Run Derby: Participants, Format, Odds & More
Schwarber has put up an impressive first half of the season with 17 home runs, 39 runs batted in as well as 3 stolen bases. No reason, really. He socks dingers and I enjoy watching him play. It's the Home Run Derby , and Major League Baseball wasn't going to stop that moment from unfolding just to spark a massive controversy over a pointless home run exhibition. [Full Article...]