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MVG vs Wright: Repeat or Revenge?

Michael van Gerwen will bid for a fourth PDC World Darts Championship title on New Year's Day when he faces Peter Wright in a repeat of the 2014 showpiece. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2SHQ5Cd

AJ: Wilder gone within six rounds

Anthony Joshua has revealed how he would target a ruthless early knockout win over Deontay Wilder if they finally meet in an undisputed world title fight in 2020. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2MMcz13

Harden shines as Rockets hammer Nuggets

James Harden and Russell Westbrook combined for 63 points as the host Houston Rockets hammered the Denver Nuggets 130-104 on Tuesday night. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2F8S4HL

Cricket ones to watch in 2020

Cricket will have to go some in 2020 if it is to top 2019, a year in which England won the World Cup after a truly astounding final and Ben Stokes played one of the greatest Test innings in history. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2QzYXY2

Will we live these moments in 2020?

It's only live once. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3598cDG

Lampard: Hudson-Odoi must 'do a lot more'

Frank Lampard says Callum Hudson-Odoi "needs to do a lot more" but defended the Chelsea winger amid criticism from some fans. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2QcIQAq

Smith: Aston Villa not in crisis

Aston Villa boss Dean Smith has refused to accept his team are in a "crisis" after the 3-0 defeat to relegation rivals Watford on Saturday. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/39yf9Sn

Arteta looks to build Arsenal around Ozil

New Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has suggested he is looking to build the team's structure in way to get the best from Mesut Ozil. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2MKV1md

New on SI: The Five Biggest Questions We Have Right Now About This NFL Coaching Carousel

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As we usher in the new year, the NFL remains entrenched in the latest head coaching cycle. The Browns have let both their head coach and GM go. Jacksonville appears to be staying put for the most part. Jerry Jones is still unsure what he wants to do. What does this all mean? The regular season is complete, which means the NFL coach hiring season is underway. And while you may be clutching a bottle of cheap André champagne preparing to count down to the new year and trying to forget that you bought an ungodly expensive Peloton bike that you’re never going to use for Christmas (riding a bike as an adult… pretty boring!), the rest of the NFL world is busy politicking for new, better jobs. This hiring cycle has already featured some surprises. Dan Quinn and Thomas Dimitroff are staying in Atlanta. The Jaguars’ power brokers are also back. Jerry Jones and the Cowboys are still unsure what, exactly, they want to do. It’s a fascinating period where anything can happen. As 2019 comes t...

Top trends of the decade

Manchester dominated the decade with seven league titles between the two powerhouse clubs - but what were the trends behind the successes and failures? from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2u4gyj3

Cricket quiz of the decade

Cricket has delivered plenty of highs and lows across the last decade - but how many of them do you remember? from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2QbX4lq

The Sky Sports Golf quiz of the decade

As we come to the end of another decade, it’s time to see how much you can remember from the world of golf over the past 10 years in our bumper quiz. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2MGY3I7

Giannis returns to lead Bucks past Bulls

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 23 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in his return from a back injury as the Milwaukee Bucks cruised to a 123-102 win over the host Chicago Bulls on Monday night. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2sy01U4

IFAB: ‘No current talks’ to change offside law

Football lawmakers are yet to discuss whether to change the offside law - after more than 20 goals in the Premier League have been ruled out for offside by Video Assistant Referees (VARs) this season. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2SF17bp

Clippers' Beverley sidelined by wrist injury

LA Clippers guard Patrick Beverley is likely to miss a few games because of a sprained right wrist, according to reports on Monday. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2QyepDT

NBA 'investigating Dedmon trade request'

Dewayne Dedmon just wants more playing time, but the Sacramento Kings center's request for a trade now is being investigated by the NBA, according to reports. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2u1ietC

Morelos or Edouard? Who's in team of the decade?

It has been a decade like no other in Scotland's top flight.  from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2sq9QUk

Whyte v Wallin? An 'interesting' option

Otto Wallin's promoter has confirmed the Swedish heavyweight would be interested in a fight against Dillian Whyte, with the WBC 'interim' title at stake. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/35cLBGq

Best of the sporting decade

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Cricket quiz of the decade

Cricket has delivered highs and lows aplenty over the last decade - but how many do you remember? from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2F493uK

Raiola: Pogba must play for title-winning team

Paul Pogba's agent Mino Raiola says the midfielder's "heart" is with Manchester United - but adds he needs to be playing in a side capable of winning trophies. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/37lx2Sj

Top PL performances of the decade

We've checked all 80,000 player performances in the Premier League since the start of 2010/11 to find out which one topped the decade. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/36aPfBL

Top PL players of the decade

We've checked the stats for nearly 2,000 players that have appeared in the Premier League since the start of 2010/11 to uncover the statistical champion. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2srcGsa

Top PL scorers of the decade

Which players scored the most Premier League goals this decade? Tap the cards to reveal the chart-toppers... from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2F9CUBY

PL champions of the decade

What would the Premier League table look like over the entire decade? from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2Qcmyz1

Top PL manager of the decade

Which Premier League manager won the most points this decade, and which achieved the best ratio for results? from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2szi5xd

Top PL fortresses of the decade

Which Premier League stadium has been the ultimate fortress this decade? We count down the top five before revealing the full list... from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2tZ4tLY

Why Sawyers is a special talent

West Brom suffered their first defeat in three months against Middlesbrough on Sunday, a dent to their confidence going into the game with Leeds on New Year’s Day. But there is a reason to believe they can bounce back. The game against Boro was the first time this season that Slaven Bilic had opted to rest key midfielder Romaine Sawyers. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2QrZmeM

New on SI: Matt Rhule’s Most Likely NFL Landing Spot, Josh McDaniels’s Coaching Plan, More Black Monday Notes

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Plus, the turning point for Carson Wentz and the Eagles’ offense, a quick preview of Patriots-Titans and an early top-10 mock draft! If you stick around through our nuggets, I’ll give you guys a very, VERY early mock draft. Deal? Deal. Let’s go … • I mentioned this on Twitter: the Giants have received feedback that some coaches would be lukewarm on the job based on what’s perceived as an old-school structure gone stale. The thinking there is that too many people have been in their jobs for 10, 20 or even 30 years, and that the organization needs a bit of a reset. My understanding is that Baylor coach Matt Rhule is among those who feel that way. If he’s going to land back where he was assistant offensive line coach in 2012, there’ll have to be some changes in how things are set up. • As we mentioned this morning , expect Rhule to be interviewed by least three places (New York, Dallas, Carolina), and expect that he’ll be very measured in his approach after what he went thr...

New on SI: Ranking the Current NFL Head Coach Job Openings

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If you were a potential NFL head coach looking for your next place of employment, how would you pick between the situations that are currently vacant? For the third time since 2016, Giants owner John Mara has stepped to the lectern and answered questions about the future of the franchise at a major decision point. The team’s divorce with Tom Coughlin was followed by the in-season dismissal of Ben McAdoo and long-time general manager Jerry Reese. Then came Monday, when Mara announced that he would be letting head coach Pat Shurmur go and retaining general manager Dave Gettleman. It has been a turbulent finale to a decade that began with such promise (and a stunning victory over the Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI that seemed to breathe new life into the Coughlin regime). At each turn, there seems to be a special kind of animus reserved for Mara, as if he has willed the team to this moment. On Monday especially, he continued to combat the negative effects of his notorious loyalty t...

New on SI: What the Giants Should Do After Firing Pat Shurmur

The Giants have now fired their last two head coaches—Pat Shurmur and Ben McAdoo—after just two seasons with each at the helm. What must New York do to get back on track? The Giants have now fired their last two head coaches—Pat Shurmur and Ben McAdoo—after just two seasons with each at the helm. What must New York do to get back on track?

New on SI: What We Learned From a Somewhat Quiet Black Monday in the NFL

The Giants, Browns and Redskins made news on Black Monday, but it was still a quieter firing day for most of the NFL. Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer discusses the top names to keep an eye on as teams begin filling their head coaching vacancies. The Giants, Browns and Redskins made news on Black Monday, but it was still a quieter firing day for most of the NFL. Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer discusses the top names to keep an eye on as teams begin filling their head coaching vacancies.

49ers beat Seahawks to claim No 1 seed in NFC

The San Francisco 49ers stopped the Seattle Seahawks inches from the goalline with seconds remaining as they held on to win 26-21 and claim the No 1 seed in the NFC on the final day of the regular season. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2Q7KnYu

Nishikori pulls out of Australian Open

Kei Nishikori has withdrawn from next month's Australian Open due to a right elbow injury. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2Q6REYE

'Moyes has unfinished business at West Ham'

Sky Sports News reporters Kaveh Solhekol and Alan Myers look at the events that have led to David Moyes being re-appointed West Ham boss... from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/39tjndZ

LeBron orchestrates as Lakers beat Mavs

LeBron James orchestrated the game on Sunday night to lead the Los Angeles Lakers past the banged-up Dallas Mavericks 108-95 at Staples Center. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/364lIK5

New on SI: A Familiar Culprit—a Lack of Pass Interference Review—Robbed Us of the Perfect Ending in 49ers-Seahawks

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Game No. 256 of this NFL season had it all, from a divisional title and playoff seeding on the line and a return of a familiar face to a tightly contested finish. But officials didn’t review a late possible pass interference, leaving us to wonder when they’ll get this right. Take a moment and let the dizzying euphoria of that game wear off. Seattle-San Francisco was an NFL special; a game dripping with narratives and drama; an unload-the-chamber grand finale closer to that of a reckless firework show than a football game. It bookended their 100th regular season, which should send the league soaring into the postseason fat and happy. Amid the sensory overload, it’s convenient that we’ll probably gloss over what was yet another horrendous attempt—or lack thereof—to properly legislate pass interference at the most critical moments of big games. This, despite an entire offseason devoted to ensuring that such a thing never happens again. As we creep toward the one-year anniversary of ...

Golf in 2019: Key numbers

From record-breaking moments to landmark victories, we take a look back at some of the key numbers from the past 12 months in the golfing world. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/39o2WiW

12 incoming managers with 2020 vision

As 2020 dawns, we look at the 12 incoming inter-county managers and what they can achieve in their respective counties. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2SCflK5

Cricket quotes of 2019

After a year in which England won the World Cup by "the barest of all margins", we look at some of 2019's best cricketing quotes... from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/39oDFoU

Snakebite back to his best - and under the radar

It's been a World Championship of thrills and spills - Fallon Sherrock's historic run, Raymond van Barneveld's early exit, several high-profile shocks. Can anyone stop Michael van Gerwen? Will Gerwyn Price deliver on the biggest stage of all? from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2MDBZhk

F1 in the 2010s: A decade of drama

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Old Firm talking points

Steven Gerrard gets his reward while Celtic will rue sloppy possession and the redemption of Borna Barisic continues. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/37reyQx

What next for Rangers and Celtic?

Rangers beat Celtic 2-1 as the Premiership title race heated up, but what's next for the Old Firm foes? Kris Boyd and Kris Commons have their say... from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2Q95V77

Hits and misses: Spurs undone by old failings

Addressing defensive issues remains a matter of urgency for Tottenham, signs of consistency for Manchester United and a rising talent at Everton... from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/36cRWms

New on SI: 49ers Claim NFC's No. 1 Seed After Stopping Seahawks in Wild Finish

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The NFC's No. 1 seed came down to the final seconds of the regular season and also a few inches. Vince Lombardi's famous words about football being a "game of inches" proved to be right on Sunday night. The NFC West and No. 1 seed in the NFC came down to not only the final seconds of Sunday Night Football , but also a few inches. With just seconds to play in the game, Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson hit tight end Jacob Hollister near the goal line on fourth-and-goal. But Hollister was held inches short of a game-winning touchdown by San Francisco’s Dre Greenlaw, giving the 49ers a 26-21 victory. Wilson orchestrated a final drive to get Seattle near the goal line, but he needed to finish with 234 passing yards on the night, instead of 233, to give his team a victory.  As a result of the wild finish, the 49ers (13-3) clinched the division title and locked up the NFC’s No. 1 overall seed and home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. Seattle (11-5) is ...

New on SI: NFL Playoffs Wild Card Weekend: Game Schedule, TV Channels, Start Times

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Find out the schedule for wild-card weekend action in the 2019 NFL postseason. The first weekend of the NFL postseason is officially set as eight teams will head into the wild-card round looking to start their Super Bowl run.  New England failed to get a bye for the first time in a decade but will still host a playoff game next Saturday when it plays the Tennessee Titans. Those two teams are joined by the Houston Texans, Buffalo Bills, New Orleans Saints, Philadelphia Eagles, Seattle Seahawks and Minnesota Vikings. Below is the schedule for next weekend's action: Saturday: No. 5 Buffalo at No. 4 Houston, 4:35 p.m. ET (ABC/ESPN) No. 6 Tennessee at  No. 3 New England, 8:15 p.m. ET (CBS) Sunday: No. 6 Minnesota at No. 3 New Orleans, 1:05 p.m. ET (FOX) No. 5 Seattle at No. 4 Philadelphia, 4:40 p.m. ET (NBC)

New on SI: Eagles Finally Rise Up to Win Floundering NFC East—But Do They Have a Chance in the Playoffs?

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It came down to the final week of the season, and not in an exciting way, but the NFC East finally has a champion. As Philadelphia marches into January, where do the remainder of the teams stand? Boston Scott (35) was activated off the Eagles’ practice squad when Corey Clement was placed on injured reserve in October. Hey, somebody finally won the NFC East! The state of the division has turned into something of a joke around the NFL this season, with no teams willing to rise up and take a commanding lead in the division. But heading into the final week of the season, the division was the Eagles’ to lose as they faced the Giants, with the Cowboys still having an outside chance to back into the postseason. As expected from the this division’s teams, it took until the second half for Philadelphia to turn a corner. Giants QB Daniel Jones bobbled a low snap as Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins blitzed and punched out the wet ball as DE Fletcher Cox followed the ball and recovered it ...

New on SI: NFL Coaching Rumors: Jerry Jones Declines to Comment on Jason Garrett's Status After Cowboys' Win

Check out the latest coaching news and rumors around the NFL. Dak Prescott told reporters Sunday that he'd never been disappointed after a win before, but that he felt that way after the Cowboys' 47-16 victory over the Redskins. Dallas did what it had to do on Sunday but still missed the playoffs, leading to questions about Jason Garrett's job.  Cowboys owner Jerry Jones declined to comment on Garrett's status after the game. "I have all the respect in the world for him," Jones did say , adding that he doesn't have a shareable timetable about a Garrett update. With the NFL regular season almost entirely complete, the coaching carousel is starting to heat up.  Check out the latest coaching news and rumors around the NFL:  There's been momentum related to Ron Rivera and the Redskins' job for nearly a week, and it appears the two sides are planning to move quickly after the season. Rivera is reportedly meeting with Washington on Monday for it...

New on SI: Freddie Kitchens Fired by the Browns After One Frustrating Season

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After an active offseason, notably landing WR Odell Beckham Jr., Cleveland came into the 2019 season with sky-high expectations. But the team’s 6–10 season, marred by unrest on and off the field, led the team to end Kitchens’s tenure. Freddie Kitchens went 6-10 as the Browns’ head coach. After being promoted from running backs coach to interim offensive coordinator to head coach over the course of a year, Freddie Kitchens has been fired by the Browns . The team closed out their disappointing 6–10 season with a loss to the Bengals, the worst team in the NFL this season.  Kitchens was hired to coach the running backs at the beginning of 2018, and was then elevated to offensive coordinator, his first-ever coordinator gig, just a few months later when the team fired former  head coach Hue Jackson and offensive coordinator Todd Haley .  After those coaching changes in 2018, Cleveland finished the season 5-3, and with Kitchens calling the plays in the latter half of the...

New on SI: NFL Playoff Picture: How We Got Here, Early Analysis of Upcoming Matchups

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After plenty of action in Week 17, both expected (an Eagles win) and unexpected (a Dolphins win?!), the NFL playoff slate is one game away from being set. How did this all unfold? An NFL season is hard to predict, but whether it is 2019 or ’29, one constant will hold true: Any given year hinges on the wild vacillations of Ryan Fitzpatrick. He is the gatekeeper, a niche component of the chaos theory, creating a perpetual state of disorder. The Patriots found that out the hard way, losing a 27-24 stunner at home to the going-nowhere Dolphins thanks to a late touchdown drive from the freewheeling, lushly bearded quarterback. This momentary blip, combined with Chiefs’ 31-21 win over the Chargers , cost New England a first-round bye and the No. 2 seed. It will be the first time in a decade that the Patriots will be forced to pluck their way through the wild-card round of the NFL playoffs. Elsewhere, the playoff field took shape close to the way we thought it would. The Eagles...

Browns fire head coach Kitchens

The Cleveland Browns have fired coach Freddie Kitchens after a season that didn't come close to meeting expectations. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/359iELw

Scott stars as Eagles clinch NFC East

Boston Scott scored three touchdowns as the Philadelphia Eagles clinched the NFC East with a 34-17 win over the New York Giants. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2F351mz

New on SI: 2020 NFL Draft Order: Bengals On the Clock With No. 1 Pick

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Here's the 2020 NFL draft order for the first 20 picks of this year's event. The NFL's regular season wrapped up on Sunday meaning that the top 20 picks of the 2020 NFL draft have been set. The order of the remaining 12 picks of the first round will be slotted based on playoff performance. Cincinnati entered Week 17 having already clinched the No. 1 pick in the draft, but a number of changes occurred on Sunday.  Here's the NFL draft order prior to the postseason results: Cincinnati (2-14) Washington (3-13) Detroit (3-12-1) NY Giants (4-12) Miami (5-11) LA Chargers (5-11) Carolina (5-11) Arizona (5-10-1) Jacksonville (6-10) Cleveland (6-10) NY Jets (7-9) Oakland (7-9) Indianapolis (7-9) Tampa Bay (7-9) Denver (7-9) Atlanta (7-9) Cowboys (8-8) Pittsburgh (to Miami) (8-8) Chicago (to Oakland) (8-8) LA Rams (to Jacksonville (9-7)  

New on SI: Browns Fire Freddie Kitchens After Disappointing Season

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The Browns entered the 2019 season considered to be potential Super Bowl contenders, but will instead be looking for a new head coach after Freddie Kitchens' dismissal. The Browns entered the 2019 season considered to be among potential Super Bowl contenders.  But after a 6-10 season, littered with inconsistent play and plenty of bad press, head coach Freddie Kitchens has been fired, the team announced Sunday. "I would like to thank Freddie for his dedication and efforts this past season," general manager John Dorsey said in a statement. "We are disappointed in our results and feel a change is necessary. Freddie is a good man and good football coach. We wish he and his family nothing but success."  Kitchens was in his first full season as the Browns' head coach after being  promoted this past offseason . On the field this year, the Browns' offense was in the bottom third of the league  and second-year QB Baker Mayfield failed to develop the way th...

LeBron stars as Lakers snap losing streak

LeBron James scored 21 points and matched his season-best of 16 assists while playing through a groin injury to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 128-120 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2QrOOwh

WATCH: SSN in 60 Seconds

Catch up on all the big headlines from Sky Sports News in our latest video bulletin. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2SCDTma

Doncic: Warriors trap made for easy basketball

Luka Doncic said the defense the Golden State Warriors deployed against him opened up the game for his team-mates and allowed the Dallas Mavericks to play "easy basketball". from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2F1iXNV

NBA Sundays: Thunder @ Raptors free on Sky Sports

The Oklahoma City Thunder visit the Toronto Raptors in an NBA Primetime clash and you can with the game live for free on skysports.com, the Sky Sports app and the Sky Sports YouTube channel on Sunday at 11pm. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/31EuZFP

Patriots already have playoff mentality

The New England Patriots, who last week clinched their 11th consecutive AFC East title, could opt to rest some starters on Sunday against the visiting Miami Dolphins. But they won't. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2SwECFE

Watch festive Championship live on Sky

Sky Sports are showing Championship matches live throughout Christmas and the New Year. Find out which games you can watch here... from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2r3onV2

Premier League match previews

Team news, key stats and predictions for a bumper day of Premier League action this weekend. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2Q4aAaG

South Africa vs England scorecard

The latest score from the first Test between South Africa and England at Centurion. Watch live on Sky Sports Cricket. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/361qKac

Charlie's Premier League predictions

With games coming thick and fast over the festive period, Charlie Nicholas returns with his predictions for the forthcoming Premier League fixtures... from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2EUioW2

Can Rangers end decade with Celtic Park win?

Rangers travel to Celtic in the Old Firm derby on Sunday looking for a first Parkhead win since 2010. Sky Sports News reporter Charles Paterson analyses who will strike a winter blow in the title race. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2Sx5HIH

Randolph announces retirement after 17 seasons

Two-time All-Star forward Zach Randolph announced his retirement on Saturday after 17 seasons with five teams. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/354iaGn

What went wrong for Pellegrini?

Manuel Pellegrini has been sacked by West Ham following their 2-1 loss to Leicester on Saturday, but what went wrong for him? from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2ry71Qm

Lyon leads Aussies to series win over NZ

Nathan Lyon grabbed four wickets as Australia completed a crushing 247-run victory on day four of the Boxing Day Test against New Zealand to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/37gdFKm

Darts brightest talents target last four

Three of the most talented emerging stars on planet darts will take aim at a place in the PDC World Championship when the quarter-finals get underway on Sunday. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2SAC3lH

Is the race for the Premier League over?

A successful week has put Liverpool 10 points clear with two games in hand - so is the race for the Premier League all over? from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/39l8FWH

Arteta: My Arsenal blueprint

New Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta has outlined his blueprint to winning back the fans at the Emirates as he prepares for his first home match in charge. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2ZwSwsN

VOTE: Knockout of 2019!

Vote here for the best knockout of the year! from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2F4hp5K

LeBron stars as Lakers snap losing streak

LeBron James scored 21 points and matched his season-best of 16 assists while playing through a groin injury to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 128-120 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2F8dlBb

Siddle retires from international cricket

Australian paceman Peter Siddle has announced his retirement from international cricket after a career spanning 11 years. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2ZzrLE3

New on SI: Report: Redskins Remove Bruce Allen From Head of Football Operations Role

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Washington has more than 100 losses and no playoff victories since Bruce Allen was hired as GM in 2009. Bruce Allen was hired as the Redskins' GM during the 2009 season. After 10 years, enough is apparently enough. Allen will no longer be running the team's football operations, according to JP Finlay of NBC Sports . ESPN's John Keim later confirmed the news.  According to ESPN, however, it is possible Allen will continue as the Redskins' president and help owner Dan Snyder try to get a new stadium built. His future role is not official yet and remains "somewhat unsettled." In the 10 years since Allen was hired, Washington has more than 100 losses and no playoff victories. The team has fired two head coaches during his tenure and has started more than 10 different quarterbacks.  When Allen joined the team, he was the first person hired by owner Dan Snyder to hold the GM title, a notable milestone after a decade of various front office arrangements that u...

New on SI: Marvin Jones Jr. Announces Death of Youngest Child

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Marlo, the youngest of Marvin Jones Jr.'s five children, died on Friday. Detroit Lions wide receiver Marvin Jones Jr. took to social media to announce his youngest child, Marlo, died on Friday. Marlo was six months old .  Jones wrote a tribute to his son "Marlito" in an Instagram post on Saturday. "Yesterday the Lord called home a piece of my family’s heart, Marlo," Jones  wrote . "It is hard to believe that our little angel, our fighter from day one, our son “Marlito” has unfortunately passed away and is no longer here with us." The Lions also showed support for Jones and his wife, Jazmyn, in a statement. Marlo was the youngest of Jones's five children. The wide receiver started his family  two weeks after his freshman-year Cal bowl game, when Marvin Jones III, now 10 years old, was born. After Marlo was introduced to the world earlier this year, Jones tweeted that the “Jones Starting 5 is complete!” Jones, who is on injured reserve a...

Snakey sneaks through in Ally Pally classic

Peter Wright shook off a bout of dizziness on stage to survive a furious fightback from Jeffrey de Zwaan and reach the quarter-finals of the World Darts Championship along with Gerwyn Price and Glen Durrant on Saturday night. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2Q8ASsp

McTominay to miss 'three or four weeks'

Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay is set to miss "three or four weeks" due to his knee injury, says Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2Q5gU1t

Can Rangers end decade with Celtic Park win?

Rangers travel to Celtic in the Old Firm derby on Sunday looking for a first Parkhead win since 2010. Sky Sports News reporter Charles Paterson analyses who will strike a winter blow in the title race. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2rzMknj

Durrant relishing North-East derby

Glen Durrant has secured plenty of headlines following an impressive debut season in the PDC and as 'Duzza' embarks on a North-East Derby against Chris Dobey at the World Darts Championship, he's bidding to crown a memorable 12 months in style. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2t56mX7

Grealish reflects on whirlwind 2019

Jack Grealish admits he wouldn't be at Aston Villa now if they hadn't been promoted in the summer. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2sqTXwJ

Dragic strikes late as Heat edge Pacers

Goran Dragic hit the go-ahead shot as the host Miami Heat defeated the Indiana Pacers 113-112 on Friday night. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2QsQeXo

Markram out for rest of England series

South Africa opener Aiden Markram has been ruled out for the remainder of the Test series against England with a finger injury. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2SBfqO7

Gordon set to return from knee surgery

The Houston Rockets expect guard Eric Gordon to return to action on Sunday against the New Orleans Pelicans after missing almost seven weeks following knee surgery. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2QokmTO

Fox day-to-day, Bagley to see foot specialist

Sacramento Kings point guard De'Aaron Fox doesn't have a serious back injury, but the team are still waiting for a verdict on a left foot injury sustained by forward Marvin Bagley III. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2ZBjpM7

Super League team of the decade

As the decade draws to a close, we put together a team of the standout players in each position from the past 10 years. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2Q3ZlyQ

Dragic strikes late as Heat edge Pacers

Goran Dragic hit the go-ahead shot as the host Miami Heat defeated the Indiana Pacers 113-112 on Friday night. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/351QaTT

Gordon set to return from knee surgery

The Houston Rockets expect guard Eric Gordon to return to action on Sunday against the New Orleans Pelicans after missing almost seven weeks following knee surgery. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/34ZjOct

Fox day-to-day, Bagley to see foot specialist

Sacramento Kings point guard De'Aaron Fox doesn't have a serious back injury, but the team are still waiting for a verdict on a left foot injury sustained by forward Marvin Bagley III. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2F5JcCx

New on SI: Le'Veon Bell Optimistic About Jets' Future, Committed to Rebuild

Despite New York's struggles this season, Le'Veon Bell reiterated Friday that he wants to return next season. Le'Veon Bell and the Jets (6-9) enter Week 17 three games under .500, having struggled for extended portions of the 2019 season. But despite the team's inconsistent play, Bell wants to return to New York next season.  "I wouldn't have signed here for four years if I didn't want to be here four years," he told reporters Friday. Bell signed a free agent contract worth $52.5 million over four years this past offseason, but he has had the worst statistical year of his career. Through 14 games of action, he's rushed for only 748 yards and three touchdowns, adding 425 receiving yards and a single receiving touchdown.  By comparison, in his last season with the Steelers, the Michigan State product rushed for 1,291 yards and nine touchdowns. He also recorded 85 catches for 655 yards and two scores. When Bell joined the Jets he discussed the...

Partick Thistle owner Weir passes away

Partick Thistle owner Colin Weir has passed away at the age of 71. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2QnynkN

City implosion overshadows VAR drama

Even more VAR controversy could not hog the limelight as Wolves' win over Manchester City left the champions' title hopes in further tatters. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/34ZLU7q

MVG runs riot as Anderson is knocked out

Michael van Gerwen remained on course to retain his World Darts Championship title while Gary Anderson's hopes of glory came to an end at the hands of Nathan Aspinall. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2ZvjPn7

Late Wasps try denies Bristol top spot

Bristol missed the chance to go to the top of the Gallagher Premiership as Nizaam Carr scored a last-minute try to hand Wasps a 26-21 victory at Ashton Gate. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2rxaONS

Farke: We won't sell our best players

Daniel Farke insists Norwich are under no financial pressure to sell their best players during January. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2tXOf5Y

Arteta: I need to 'convince' players

Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta says his biggest immediate challenge is to "convince" the squad of his preferred style of play. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/39jpWj2

Stokes among World Cup winners honoured

Ben Stokes is one of England's Cricket World Cup winners to have been recognised in a New Year Honours list which also includes some trailblazing figures in women's sport. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2t7s1hl

Howe: Potter has revolutionised Brighton

Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe believes Graham Potter has "revolutionised" Brighton as the two south-coast teams prepare to meet in the Premier League on Saturday. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2MuGcUD

Partick Thistle owner Weir passes away

Partick Thistle owner Colin Weir has passed away at the age of 71. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2ZsaRHt

City implosion overshadows VAR drama

Even more VAR controversy could not hog the limelight as Wolves' win over Manchester City left the champions' title hopes in further tatters. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2F4YyqV

Papers: Arteta wants Juve's Rabiot

All the top stories and transfer rumours from the back pages of Saturday's national newspapers... from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2CQmC2z

South Africa make early inroads

England stuttered to 60-2 by lunch on day two of the first Test against South Africa as they struggled to contend with the Proteas' new-ball bowlers. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2F9e9Gl

Zlatan close to AC Milan return

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is close to completing a return to AC Milan, according to Sky in Italy . from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/361gUVR

Ole: Consistency key for CL hopes

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes there is no doubt Manchester United will qualify for next season's Champions League if his side can find consistency. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2sfrie8

Henry boost for Titans ahead of Texans clash

Derrick Henry is set to hand the Tennessee Titans a welcome boost ahead of their vital Week 17 matchup with the Houston Texans. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/37aHGew

Transfer Centre LIVE! Ibra and Sancho latest

All the latest news as Zlatan Ibrahimovic nears a new club, while Liverpool reportedly join the case for in-demand Dortmund youngster Jadon Sancho. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2X9EijC

Xhaka agrees terms with Hertha Berlin

Granit Xhaka has agreed terms with Bundesliga side Hertha Berlin, according to the Arsenal midfielder's agent. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2EZ7dLL

From lanky loser to crazy golden double

"I had never been good at short course, finding my skills let me down and finding it hard to get my lanky body round the walls quickly!" from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/360TX4V

Scotland appoint Tandy as defence coach

Scotland have appointed former Ospreys' head coach Steve Tandy as their new defence coach after announcing Gregor Townsend's right-hand man Matt Taylor has been allowed to join Australia with "immediate effect". from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2EXehIU

Randle: 'Sharp' Knicks played 'complete game'

Julius Randle said the New York Knicks played "a complete game" as they handed their local rivals the Brooklyn Nets a surprising defeat. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/39jG97J

Ryan ambitious for professional programme

Dan Ryan has highlighted his ambition to create a "first-class high-performance programme" at Leeds Rhinos Netball and one that rivals the strongest in the Vitality Netball Superleague competition. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2t525Tx

England hunting last SA wicket LIVE!

Text commentary and in-play clips from the first Test at SuperSport Park in Centurion. Watch live on Sky Sports Cricket. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2Mtxt4O

Zion says he trusts Pelicans' rehab plan

Zion Williamson says he trusts the rehab plans by the New Orleans Pelicans as he returns from surgery. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2QjLJOS

LeBron could miss time with groin injury

LeBron James is a doubt for the Los Angeles Lakers game against the Portland Trail Blazers after aggravating a groin injury in the first quarter of the 111-106 loss to Los Angeles Clippers. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/34VAQrH

Will the Price be right at Ally Pally?

Gerwyn Price is eyeing up an assault on the Sid Waddell Trophy, and true to form, he will not be found wanting for belief. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2ZpxtZ6

South Africa vs England scorecard

The latest score from the first Test between South Africa and England at Centurion. Watch live on Sky Sports Cricket. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/361qKac

Golfers pay the penalty: Seven gaffes from 2019

The last year has seen a number of notable penalties and disqualifications dished out in the world of golf, some bizarre and some controversial. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2PYxZdw

Landry playing through fractured back

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry says he has been playing all season with a fracture in his lower back. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2ZqCyjX

Cahill explains decision to drop Connors

Shortly after being announced as the new Waterford hurling manager, Liam Cahill got straight to work and made some big calls. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/376ZdnQ

'The Wizard' bidding to recapture old magic

Simon Whitlock revealed that a tumultuous two years left him contemplating retirement, but 10 years on from reaching the World Championship final, 'The Wizard' believes he's recapturing the form that saw him take the Alexandra Palace by storm a decade ago. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2EYKNu5

How Hamilton reshaped F1's decade

Lewis Hamilton's sixth world title comes 11 years after his first, forming the longest arch of world championship victories in the sport's history. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/355eXXj

Will Next Gen topple the Big Three in 2020?

Can Stefanos Tsitsipas, Daniil Medvedev, Alex de Minaur, Karen Khachanov, Denis Shapovalov, Felix Auger Aliassime or Jannik Sinner ruffle the feathers of the 'Big Three' in 2020? from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/360utoD

Doncic returns to lead Mavs past Spurs

Luka Doncic scored 24 points, grabbed 10 rebounds and distributed eight assists in his return to the line-up after missing four games to help the Dallas Mavericks hold off the visiting San Antonio Spurs 102-98 on Thursday night. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/376QcLw

Top five RL moments of the decade

As the decade draws to a close, we take a closer look at the top five moments of the past 10 years in rugby league as voted for by Sky Sports' website users. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/35W1z8Z

Ederson: Liverpool rivalry left on the pitch

Ederson says Manchester City's rivalry with Liverpool is left on the pitch and does not affect his relationship with his Brazil team-mates at Anfield. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2ZtZoHd

Fraser-Pryce to run sprint double at Olympics

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce will run in both the 100m and 200m events at the Olympics in Tokyo next summer. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2ER65K0

King hoping for Royal reign

Alan King is keeping his fingers crossed Sceau Royal can make the most of Altior's absence in the Ladbrokes Desert Orchid Chase. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2PWSTcL

Tottenham vs Brighton LIVE!

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Davis: We gave that one away

Anthony Davis said the Los Angeles Lakers "gave away" victory against the LA Clippers with mistakes late in the game. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2sd7yI2

Smith fifty frustrates Black Caps

Steve Smith struck an unbeaten half-century to guide Australia to 257-4 on day one of the Boxing Day Test against New Zealand. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3502rIi

Anderson strikes with first ball of Test

James Anderson struck with the first ball of his 150th Test as England reduced South Africa to 79-3 at lunch on day one of the Boxing Day clash at Centurion. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/34X7aur

Altior misses Kempton

Altior has been ruled out of Friday's Ladbrokes Desert Orchid Chase at Kempton. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/34U5x0E

Williams to rejoin Scarlets

Wales and British and Irish Lions full-back Liam Williams is to rejoin the Scarlets from Saracens at the end of the season. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2StPvrt

WATCH: SSN in 60 Seconds

Catch up on all the big headlines from Sky Sports News in our latest video bulletin. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2PWxeS3

Arteta: I wanted Xhaka at Man City

Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta admits he is a fan of Granit Xhaka so much so the midfielder was on a list of recommended signings he handed over to Manchester City. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2rrTARZ

Jose relaxed over January transfer window

Tottenham head coach Jose Mourinho insists he is happy with his squad with the club not having to be "kings of the market" during the January transfer window. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/39ch4f5

South Africa vs England scorecard

The latest score from the first Test between South Africa and England at Centurion. Watch live on Sky Sports Cricket. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/361qKac

McIlroy: Major No 5 is close

Rory McIlroy plans to take a different approach into the majors in 2020 and reveals a potential rivalry with Brooks Koepka “sets a fire inside” him. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2StHcfh

Kawhi shines as Clippers rally to beat Lakers

Kawhi Leonard had 35 points and 12 rebounds to lead the LA Clippers to a come-from-behind 111-106 win against the Los Angeles Lakers on Christmas Day at Staples Center. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2ZpcntL

Embiid: People have forgotten who I am

Joel Embiid used a nationally-televised Christmas Day showcase to play like an MVP and lead the Philadelphia 76ers to victory over the Milwaukee Bucks. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2sjFsKY

VOTE: Best overtake of F1 2019

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The Bronzed Adonis is back!

Former world No 1 Steve Beaton has been rolling back the years at Alexandra Palace. Can the Bronzed Adonis capture the big one 24 years after winning his first world title? from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/34SfPy5

Stokes plays as England bowl LIVE!

Text commentary and in-play clips from the first Test at SuperSport Park in Centurion. Watch live on Sky Sports Cricket. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2Mtxt4O

Eoin Morgan: The Captain's World Cup

At the 2015 Cricket World Cup, Eoin Morgan was at his lowest ebb with the England side he was captaining dumped out in the group stage. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/39crVpk

British & Irish fighter of the year?

Who is the British and Irish fighter of 2019? Here are five boxers who had a year to remember... from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2QngF0u

Woods’ magical Masters win

Tiger Woods heads into the New Year as defending Masters champion, but where does his victory rank in the sport's all-time great comebacks? from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/376aViH

Stokes set to play; Woakes, Pope, Leach out

Ben Stokes is expected to play for England in the Boxing Day Test against South Africa with his father, Ged, now in a "stable condition - but Chris Woakes, Ollie Pope and Jack Leach miss out through illness. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/35ZJyqj

Greatest sports moments of the decade

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Why are the Clippers blowing late leads?

The LA Clippers have the core of a dominant team in place yet seem prone to blowing big leads late in games, often to inferior opposition. Mark Deeks examines a possible dent in the Clippers' formidable armour. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3505CA1

Neville: Commonwealth Gold a part of history

One second and one goal can change things forever and in April 2018, that goal belonged to England's Vitality Roses. Tracey Neville, who led England to victory in Australia, believes their Commonwealth Games gold was not just a dream being realised but it was a "part of history". from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2t3Lf7K

Rumble in the Jungle 2? Africa calls AJ

Anthony Joshua has been approached to fight in the African nation that staged the Rumble in the Jungle. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/371z1Lk

McIlroy's decade: Rory's verdict

Rory McIlroy has impressed on both sides of the Atlantic over the past 10 years, but how would the Northern Irishman assess his own golfing decade? from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2SpfXCB