• Tue, December 31, 2024

by: WJBK

Michigan defense pressures Milroe all day, Wolverines beat No. 11 Alabama 19-13 in ReliaQuest Bowl

A year removed from winning the national championship, Michigan finished its first season under Sherrone Moore with a victory setting the tone for a bright future.

by: Covers

Flames vs Canucks Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight's NHL Game

Get the latest Flames vs. Canucks predictions ahead of Tuesday's Western Conference clash. Free NHL picks and predictions for December 31.

by: MSN

Winnebago rings in the New Year with a sobriety powwow

The city held its sobriety powwow, where members of the tribe of all ages came together to celebrate sobriety in the community and in the New Year. Organizers say it's been goin

by: MSN

Vote: Who should be Texas high school Athlete of the Week? (12/30/2024)

Which Texas high school athlete had the best week? Each week, SBLive scoured the Lone Star State for the top winter sports like basketball, wrestling, soccer and swimming during the week of Dec. 23-28.

by: MSN

Joe Burrow gives three-word verdict on his chances of winning NFL MVP

Alongside Bills quarterback Josh Allen, Ravens star Lamar Jackson and Eagles running back Saquon Barkley, Bengals quarterback Burrow is among the betting favorites to be named MVP.

by: MSN

Underdog Ohio State QB on 2025 starting battle against 5-star Julian Sayin: 'I can win it'

The Ohio State Buckeyes are already set to lose Will Howard, Air Noland, and Devin Brown to the NFL and transfer portal, so the thought of losing another quarterback would create another roster need.

by: MSN

Barcelona transfer plans for January 2025 window: Top targets, what they need, who is leaving, contracts latest

Barcelona's January transfer plans focus on registering key players, filling squad gaps, and navigating tricky contract situations.

by: MSN

Cowboys 2024 rookie report: Rookie class did very little in Week 17

The final road game of the 2024 season for the Dallas Cowboys had an end result that was an embarrassing defeat against the Philadelphia Eagles. Injuries played a part but so did poor performances. But how did the rookies do during the Week 17 loss?

by: MSN

Torricelli Simpkins hopes his journey to South Carolina proves why 'this is the place to be'

He didn't come from a big-name program or have a five-star rating to his name. He was just a good football player who flew under the radar and right into South Carolina's lap. Torricelli Simpkins III's road to this point was one less common than most.

by: MSN

College Football Playoff: The biggest names look ahead to the quarterfinals

The stars of college football have spent time with their loved ones, eaten their Christmas meals and opened their presents, but it's now time to get back to the action.
  • Wed, January 1, 2025

by: Firstpost

FIDE World Blitz Chess Championship 2024: India's R Vaishali wins bronze; Carlsen, Nepomniachtchi share title

India's R Vaishali won bronze at the FIDE World Blitz Championship in the women's section. Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi shared the title in the open section after three consecutive draws in sudden death.

by: ESPN

Footy, hoops, and rugger - Sports to look forward to in 2025 for African fans

It's 2025, and African sports fans have plenty to be excited about across multiple sports, from football (both kinds), to the NBA, BAL, college sports, cricket, the Springboks rugby team, and more.

by: Richmond

Broken nose helped fix Spiders' defensive problems

The University of Richmond continues to seek consistent offense, but its defense came through in Tuesday's win over George Washington.

by: worldathletics

10 things to look forward to in 2025

Four World Athletics Series events take place this year, including the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 25 in September

by: Outlookindia

Copa Del Rey 2024-25 Third Round Guide: Live Streaming, Fixtures, Schedule - All You Need To Know

Here are the live streaming, schedule and other details for the upcoming Copa del Rey 2024-25 third round fixtures

by: WholeHogSports

Arkansas men's basketball looking ahead to loaded SEC slate

FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas men's basketball coach John Calipari shook hands with longtime friend Greg Kampe after the Razorbacks beat Oakland 92-62 on Monday at Bud Walton Arena and began thinking ahead. The Razorbacks (11-2) had just finished their nonconference slate and are now staring down SEC play.

by: Olympics

Milano Cortina 2026: What are the main Olympic qualifiers that take place in 2025?

Don't let the lack of an Olympic Games fool you, 2025 is still a busy year for athletes looking to qualify for the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026. Read on to learn more.

by: MSN

Ten Arab sportsmen to watch in 2025 including Mohamed Salah and Djamel Sedjati

X At 32, Egypt's favourite son Mohamed Salah is somehow still getting better. His numbers with Liverpool this season have shattered records, with the "Egyptian King" showing zero signs of slowing down.

by: MSN

2025 Detroit Lions New Year's Resolutions

The Detroit Lions organization, and its fans, enjoyed an exceptional year in 2024. When the calendar turned, fans were treated to two playoff wins in January. Though the season ended with a heartbreaking loss in the NFC Championship game,

by: MSN

Best Fits For Khaman Maluach Among Lottery Teams

Khaman Maluach has been one of the big names at Duke, along with the projected first pick Cooper Flagg. Maluach has also been a top name among center prospects due to his athleticism and defensive potential.

by: MSN

Viktor Hovland comes off a 4-month break in search of his swing and breaks a toe in Hawaii

Viktor Hovland will have been away from competition for 122 days when he tees it up at The Sentry on Thursday. It's the longest break of his professional career, and the Norwegian star was excited to get going.

by: MSN

Colorado Suffers Setback as Loadholt, Dancy Depart

Colorado Buffaloes fans are witnessing a major shake-up in their coaching staff as Phil Loadholt and Vincent Dancy, key contributors to the program's recent resurgence, have taken positions at Mississippi State.

by: MSN

Prep Chatter: Cheesehead Invitational wrestling tournament welcomes new teams from out of state

Cheesehead Invitational starts Friday in Kaukauna; Freedom, Appleton North boys basketball teams off to strong starts.

by: MSN

Men's WorldTour 2025 - Comprehensive team-by-team guide

The off-season is over and the 2025 campaign is upon us. Who will punch above their weight? Who will struggle for results? And who will even be in the WorldTour in 2026? Indeed, relegation is one of the themes of the season,

by: MSN

Former Springbok breaks all-time Premiership record with Sale Sharks

The 31-year-old has racked up well over 130 appearances for the Premiership side since his arrival from the Durban-based Sharks and in June last year, he opted to extend his contr

by: MSN

Top 3 College Basketball Odds, Picks & Predictions: Wednesday (1/1)

The 2024-25 college basketball season rolls on and we have an intriguing Wednesday slate of games to wager on as you ring in the new year. Our top men's college basketball bets today feature a couple of ACC matchups between Stanford vs.

by: MSN

Best DFS sleepers and expert value picks for today's College Football Playoff quarterfinals at DraftKings, FanDuel and Underdog

The College Football Playoff rolls on today, Jan. 1, and we've got DFS sleepers and expert value picks for all three quarterfinal games at DraftKings, FanDuel and Underdog.

by: MSN

Ruben Amorim writes off one Man Utd star in 'key' transfer decision as 'not credible competition'

Ruben Amorim has reportedly written off one Manchester United star as he has made a 'key' transfer decision ahead of a major rebuild at Old Trafford.

by: MSN

Legends, Laps, and Legacy: The Speed Kings of Motorsport

Discover the thrilling tales of racing legends who left tire marks on history. From the roaring circuits of Le Mans to the high-octane world of NASCAR, these drivers not only dominated the track but also became cultural icons,

by: MSN

World Darts Championship 2025 schedule, results, prize money, TV channel and odds

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Liverpool signing and Mohamed Salah contract call - 4 things that will definitely happen in 2025

Arne Slot can definitely pick up his first trophy in 2025. Here is what else to look out for from a Liverpool perspective including a decision on Mohamed Salah.

by: MSN

Which Big Country high school teams are poised to contend for state championships in 2025?

Read more about Big Country teams poised to contend for state championships in football, softball, boys basketball, baseball and girls soccer in 2025.

by: MSN

FAANG Stocks: Strong Performance in 2024 Sets the Stage for 2025

Apple (AAPL), Amazon (AMZN), Netflix (NFLX), and Alphabet (GOOGL)—remain crucial players in driving the tech sector forward. After a strong performance in 2024, these companies are expected to continue shaping the market.
  • Thu, January 2, 2025

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Liverpool set to rival Real Madrid and Man Utd for 'lightning quick' player as release clause revealed

Liverpool, Real Madrid and Manchester United are set to compete for the signing of one highly-rated La Liga player.

by: kathmandupost

The NPL juggernaut, unleashed

Legendary cricketer Brian Lara's arrival for NPL and his helicopter visit to the Everest base region hit the headlines globally. Each NPL team could have up to six foreign players, with only four making up the playing 11.

by: Forbes

Five Women's Soccer Stories To Follow In 2025

promises to be a year of continuing growth in the world of women's soccer with some blockbuster events lined up.

by: MSN

Holiday hoops tournaments provide valuable lessons and experiences

Scheduling three basketball games in three consecutive days is certainly a challenge even against normal competition. Playing against strong squads from out of the area made what the Columbia girls' basketball team set out to do Friday through Sunday significant.

by: MSN

Anthony Santander Predicted To Remain In The AL East After $82,000,000 Offer

It's a new year for baseball, and Anthony Santander has yet to find a home. The Orioles star proved to be a top slugger after a career-high 44 home runs. Santander hit more home runs than Juan Soto in 2024,

by: MSN

'System failed me': Parag Patil shares journey from international athlete to cab driver

Financial difficulties kept Patil from becoming a full-time athlete. He emphasised need to support senior athletes like him. His story went viral after being shared by a passenger.

by: MSN

Returning all-rounder Wiaan Mulder finally feels 'worthy' in a Proteas shirt

Before suffering a series-ending injury in the first Test against Sri Lanka in Durban, Wiaan Mulder was one of the first players on Shukri Conrad's Proteas Test teamsheet. Mulder had established himself as South Africa's premier all-rounder after coming back in to the Test side against the West Indies in August.

by: MSN

Can't-miss indoor track meets across N.J. for week of Jan. 1

The 2024-25 indoor track season is now in full swing and athletes are preparing to gear up and hit their stride as the new year approaches. Here are the biggest meets of the week in indoor track and some key storylines to watch in all of those competitions.

by: MSN

Here comes PremFlix? Premier League CEO Richard Masters says it's 'obvious' TV broadcasting may now change - with revolutionary Netflix-style streaming channel in the works

Premier League CEO Richard Masters has admitted that the landscape for Premier League broadcasting will 'obviously' have to change in the near future.

by: MSN

Dakota Ditcheva undecided on plans for 2025 but PFL needs to 'come up with something to challenge me'

Dakota Ditcheva admits she's undecided on returning for another PFL season or possibly focusing on one-off super fights but more than anything she's putting the pressure back on the promotion to find her worthwhile opposition.

by: MSN

Paige VanZant Set for MMA Comeback in New Global Fight League

Paige VanZant is preparing for a return to MMA, joining the roster of the newly established Global Fight League (GFL). Scheduled to kick off in 2025, the league introduces a fresh twist to the sport with its team-based format and a range of benefits designed to prioritize fighters.

by: MSN

The Statsies: Soucy-Juulsen pairing struggle in Canucks' loss vs. Flames

Ushering in the New Year on a fitting note. The Vancouver Canucks certainly let the ball drop on New Year's Eve, losing 3-1 to the Calgary Flames in the Saddledome.

by: MSN

Who is Beau Webster, Tasmanian all-rounder who replaces struggling Mitchell Marsh for Australia's fifth Test vs India?

Beau Webster is set to take Mitchell Marsh's place as Australia's all-rounder when they face India in the fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

by: MSN

Bayern Alumni: Philipp Lahm feels Bayern Munich can reach Champions League final

Bayern Munich already had two hiccups in the Champions League this season with losses to Aston Villa and Barcelona, but they have turned their fortunes around and are currently just outside of an automatic qualification spot in the competition's table with the new format.

by: MSN

'Sinulog sa Lalawigan' merges with Grand Parade starting this year

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College Football Playoff: The biggest names look ahead to the quarterfinals

The stars of college football have spent time with their loved ones, eaten their Christmas meals and opened their presents, but it's now time to get back to the action.
The article from MSN discusses the upcoming College Football Playoff quarterfinals, focusing on key players and teams as they prepare for the semifinals. Michigan, Washington, Texas, and Alabama are highlighted as the teams advancing to the playoffs. Michigan's quarterback J.J. McCarthy and running back Blake Corum are noted for their pivotal roles in Michigan's undefeated season. Washington's quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is praised for his exceptional performance, leading the Huskies to an undefeated record. Texas, with quarterback Quinn Ewers, is mentioned for their strong showing against Oklahoma State in the Big 12 Championship. Alabama, under the leadership of coach Nick Saban, secured their spot with a dramatic SEC Championship win over Georgia, with quarterback Jalen Milroe stepping up significantly. The article also touches on the excitement and anticipation surrounding these matchups, with insights from coaches and players about their strategies and expectations for the playoffs.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/college-sports/college-football-playoff-the-biggest-names-look-ahead-to-the-quarterfinals/ar-AA1wKWAI

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