• Mon, December 16, 2024

by: fightful

AEW Collision To Air On Rebranded USA Network In Canada

AEW Collision will air on the network on Saturdays at 8 p.m. ET.

by: The Irish Times

Our writers share their sporting highlights of the year

From Olympic medalists to heroics on the home sporting front, and a poignant evening in Dalymount Park it's been another memorable year for Irish sport

by: Ghanaweb.com

CAF releases 2025 competition calendar with AFCON draw confirmed

The Executive Committee of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the dates for various competitions in the 2025 calendar year. The final draw for the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON), to be hosted in Morocco, will take place on ...

by: Il Messaggero

Serie A Matchday 16: Lazio vs Inter Showdown at the Stadio Olimpico

The 16th matchday of Serie A will conclude tomorrow with the big match at the Olimpico between Lazio and Inter, both with 31 points, although the Nerazzurri have a game in hand (against

by: Fox Sports

'That's the mission': Seibold has eyes on the prize as Sea Eagles extend former NRL castaway

When he took over, the Brookvale-based club were in crisis in the wake of the pride jersey saga, with Des Hasler being sacked and scrutiny being heaped on the club. But now, Seibold told Code Sports he believes premierships could be on the horizon. "That is the mission," Seibold said.

by: hometownstations

It's Polar Plunge season for Special Olympics Ohio

From the middle of January through the middle of March, eight plunges will be held across the state to fundraise as friends and supporters submerge themselves in an icy body of water. The virtual, Plunge My Way option to participate in the Polar Plunge is available again this year for those unable to join us at one of our in-person events.

by: Athlon Sports

Fans Concerned Over NFL, College Football Playoff Scheduling Conflict

However, there is a major scheduling conflict with the NFL that has concerned many football fans. The two aforementioned Saturday contests are during the first-ever 12-team College Football Playoff.

by: USA Today

Lions' winning ways - and Super Bowl hopes - might be undone by avalanche of injuries

The Lions have weathered unparalleled bad luck with their injuries, but Sunday's loss to the Bills showed Detroit could be in trouble.

by: MSN

Orioles sign RHP Tomoyuki Sugano, reigning MVP from Japan

Sugano, 35, is coming off one of the best seasons of his career for the Yomiuri Giants, his team since he debuted in 2013. Sugano's 2024 season saw him post a 1.67 ERA over 24 s

by: The New York Times

Dick Van Arsdale, 81, One of First Identical Twins in the N.B.A., Dies

Star, he played for the Knicks and the Phoenix Suns. For one season, he and Tom Van Arsdale were hard-to-tell-apart teammates.

by: CBS News

Trump administration tracker shows his latest top staff picks for his 2025 term

President-elect Donald Trump has announced these picks for top White House staff positions, ambassadors and department heads to fill his incoming administration.

by: MSN

Report: Orioles agree to sign star Japanese pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano

The AL East arms race is on. Japanese pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano agreed to a one-year, $13 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles on Monday, ESPN's Jeff Passan reported.

by: MSN

Fubo's Antitrust Lawsuit Against Disney, Fox and WBD Moves Forward as Judge Denies Dismissal Bid

Fubo's antitrust lawsuit against Disney, Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) is still set to move forward as a federal judge had ruled against the mega media companies' latest bid for dismissal. On Monday,

by: MSN

College Football Transfer Portal Needs: Programs Still in the Market for a Quarterback Include Michigan, Oklahoma

With the transfer portal in full swing, several major college football programs are still looking for a starting quarterback. With top-tier talent available and competition fierce, these teams are betting that the portal can deliver the game-changing QB they need to compete in 2025.

by: MSN

Cardinals Set for Two-Way Competition at Catcher in 2025

With Willson Contreras moving positions, a pair of young St. Louis Cardinals will compete for the starting role at catcher in 2025. The players in question, Iván Herrera and Pedro Pagés, are 24 and 26,

by: MSN

Recent Tiger Safety Transfer Talks Relationships, Mizzou's System and More

The second transfer of the Tigers transfer portal cycle broke down his commitment to Missouri, as well as his quick recruiting process.

by: MSN

2026 U.S. Olympic figure skating team to be decided in St. Louis

St. Louis will host the January 2026 Prevagen U.S. Figure Skating Championships, the last event to determine the U.S. Olympic team for the Milan Cortina Games. The Enterprise Center, the home of the St.

by: MSN

Florida A&M marches to the top, nabs ESPN's 'Band of the Year' honor

Florida A&M marched home from a stadium this weekend with another trophy — but it wasn't for the football team. The Marching 100, FAMU's iconic and beloved marching band, was named a 2024 Band of the Year by ESPN.

by: MSN

Why Ashton Jeanty Missed the Heisman: Boise States Role Under Scrutiny

Despite a record-breaking season, Boise State's Ashton Jeanty fell short of the Heisman Trophy. Was the program to blame?

by: MSN

UConn Womens Basketball Faces Harsh NCAA Reality: Is Dominance a Thing of the Past?

The Huskies' early-season promise falters as Geno Auriemma confronts mounting challenges in the competitive NCAA landscape.

by: MSN

Bryson DeChambeau pokes fun at Rory McIlroy's U.S. Open collapse ahead of The Showdown

While players were warming up ahead of The Showdown pro-am, Bryson DeChambeau burned Rory MclIlroy about his U.S. Open collapse.

by: MSN

New title sponsor finally secured for Women's League Cup with Subway deal

Women's Professional Leagues (WPLL), the recently formed body that oversees English women's soccer, has today announced a new deal with international sandwich chain Subway to title sponsor the Women's League Cup competition.

by: MSN

Top 25 Minnesota high school boys basketball rankings (12/16/2024)

Minnesota high school boys basketball is finally in full swing, and High School on SI has the top 25 teams in the state ranked regardless of classifica

by: MSN

'It sounds like science fiction' - Al-Hilal on signing Cristiano Ronaldo

  • Tue, December 17, 2024

by: ClutchPoints

Notre Dame football lands Alabama DB in big transfer portal pickup

Before its CFP game against Indiana, Notre Dame landed one of the top players in the transfer portal from Alabama.

by: Game Rant

Best Cars For Sumo Remix In GTA Online

From the Coupe Enus Windsor to the Sports Ubermacht Revolter, there are plentiful top-notch cars to utilize in Sumo Remix.

by: RTE Online

Your guide to electric car prices and battery ranges for 2025

Your electric vehicle options have been multiplying for 2025, with over 100 battery-electric vehicle (BEV) models on the market from over 30 manufacturers. Many models comes with vehicle, battery, horsepower, drive and range options. We have researched the BEV options if you are looking to buy in 2025.

by: Radio Times

Sarah Storey addresses possibility of return to Dancing on Ice after injury

Dame Sarah Storey has addressed whether she could have another go at ITV competition Dancing on Ice, after having to pull out of the upcoming 2025 season due to injury.

by: astanatimes.com

Astana Celebrates Avant-garde of the Germans of Kazakhstan Award Ceremony

ASTANA—The Kazakh-German Center in Astana hosted the fourth annual Avant-garde of the Germans of Kazakhstan award ceremony on Dec. 13. The ceremony honored individuals who have made exceptional contributions to their fields and exemplify the achievements of the German community in Kazakhstan.

by: The Free Press Journal

Punit Balan Group's Baramati Power Marathon 2024: Winners Announced in 42 km, 21 km, and 10 km Categories

The second season of the Baramati Power Marathon, presented by the Punit Balan Group, was a huge success. The event, held on a pleasant morning in Baramati, featured scenic roads, enthusiastic runners, and a warm welcome at the finish line by the SRPF band. The marathon is approved by the World Athletic Association.

by: New York Sun

NBA Cup Final Faces Uphill Battle To End Slumping TV Ratings

The league's ratings have dropped 48 percent over the past 12 years. The Milwaukee Bucks and the Oklahoma City Thunder meet for the championship of the NBA Cup at Las Vegas on Tuesday with the league hoping viewership will be strong enough to quiet all the talk about declining television ratings.

by: Sports Mole

Preview: Sporting Lisbon vs. Santa Clara - prediction, team news, lineups

Sporting Lisbon experienced a significant dip in form since the departure of Ruben Amorim, losing four matches on the bounce over the last month before picking up a 3-2 win over Boavista at the weekend.

by: legit

Moroccan Football Expert Criticises CAF for Awarding Lookman POTY Ahead of Hakimi

A Moroccan football expert has criticised the Confederation of African Football's decision to name Ademola Lookman Player of the Year ahead of Hakimi Achraf.

by: USA Today

Who is in the NFL playoffs so far? Who's clinched, division winners, bracket update

There are just a few weeks left in the 2024 NFL season and the playoff picture is becoming clearer. Here are the projected postseason matchups.

by: The Daily Mirror

The Showdown: Live stream, TV channel and how to watch Rory McIlroy vs Brooks Koepka

PGA Tour stars Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler take on LIV Golf's Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka in The Showdown on Tuesday, with bragging rights and a heap of cryptocurrency on the line

by: The New York Times

Keeping up with the Macugas, America's next first family of the Winter Olympics

Sisters Lauren, Alli and Sam Macuga are all on the U.S. ski team — in three different disciplines — with sights set on the 2026 Olympics.

by: The Daily Mirror

Fallon Sherrock's net worth, relationship with fellow darts star, health battles

The Queen of the Palace Fallon Sherrock returns to Ally Pally on Tuesday evening, aiming to set up a blockbuster clash against tournament favourite Luke Littler

by: USA Today

Houston Texans vs Kansas City Chiefs picks, predictions, odds: Who wins NFL Week 16 game?

NFL Week 16 odds, picks, predictions, TV channel, streaming information for Saturday football game between Houston Texans and Kansas City Chiefs.

by: MSN

Going above and beyond: 5 teams that have surpassed expectations in the Champions League

With the newly-formatted Champions League now well underway, which five teams have surpassed what was expected of them thus far?

by: MSN

South African coaches sound alarm after tough weekend for teams in Champions Cup

South African coaches have raised alarms about demanding player schedules and travel pressures following a brutal weekend for their teams in the Champions Cup.

by: MSN

Handre Pollard thriving in 'ultimate club competition' after Champions Cup win

The Leicester Tigers scored eight tries in their 56-17 win over the Sharks in the Champions Cup clash on Saturday, making it a busy afternoon for Handre Pollard.

by: MSN

Noa-Lynn van Leuven's journey to historic World Darts Championship debut

Noa-Lynn van Leuven will become the first transgender player to compete at the World Darts Championship on Tuesday, although she wants her arrows alone to be the story. The 28-year-old booked her spot at Alexandra Palace thanks to her performances in the Women's Series and takes on Kevin Doets in her opening round contest.

by: MSN

Arizona State's 5 top targets in 2024-25 transfer portal

Arizona State football has "activated the Valley" with its epic run to the 2024 Big 12 title. Enthusiasm is flooding the desert. Now, head coach Kenny Dillingham faces an even crucial offseason. Dillingham and his coaches know that the Sun Devils must capitalize on this season.

by: MSN

Wakefield Trinity's potential 2025 line-up for Super League return after impressive recruitment drive

Wakefield Trinity are preparing for life back in Super League after completing a clean sweep of the trophies available to them in the Championship. The Trin suffered relegation from the top flight in 2023 before bouncing back in style under Daryl Powell in 2024,

by: MSN

2025 NBA Draft: What To Make Of Ace Bailey So Far

As the college season has progressed, questions have popped up about the NBA potential of Ace Bailey, the Rutgers forward who dominated his high school basketball competition in recent years. Does he pass enough?

by: MSN

Bafana target African, European and South American giants!

by: MSN

2024 LSU Gym 101 Preview

The 2025 defending SEC and national champion LSU Tigers gymnastics team is back on the Pete Maravich Assembly Center floor for the first time in over eight months for the annual Gymnastics 101 showcase meet.

by: MSN

Top 25 high school girls basketball rankings: Oklahoma power Norman makes debut (12/16/2024)

Norman, led by 5-star guard Keeley Parks (Kansas), leaps into the top 25 after beating Putnam City North to stay unbeaten.

'It sounds like science fiction' - Al-Hilal on signing Cristiano Ronaldo

Al-Hilal's CEO, Esteve Caldaza, has reacted to claims that the Saudi club could sign Cristiano Ronaldo for a showdown with Lionel Messi in the summer. Al-Hilal, the reigning Saudi Pro League champions,
The article from MSN discusses the signing of Cristiano Ronaldo by Al-Hilal, a prominent football club in Saudi Arabia. The transfer is described as sounding like "science fiction" due to its unexpected nature and the high profile of Ronaldo, who is one of the world's most famous footballers. Al-Hilal's interest in Ronaldo reflects their ambition to elevate the club's status on the global stage, leveraging his fame to boost the league's visibility and prestige. The move also aligns with Saudi Arabia's broader strategy to invest in sports as part of its Vision 2030 initiative, aiming to diversify its economy and enhance its international image through sports. The article highlights the financial aspects of the deal, the potential impact on the Saudi Pro League, and the cultural significance of bringing such a high-caliber player to the region.

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