Although Roberto Martinez’s outfit Toffees outfit weren’t quite expected to set the Premier League alight in triumphant style this season, Everton have nonetheless proven somewhat of a disappointment throughout the campaign so far.
The team currently reside in the bottom half of the table without any signs of immediate improvement. Roberto Martinez’s starting XI looks partially void of ideas and creativity, and with the likes of Leicester City, West Ham and Southampton maintaining a strong presence in the top half of the table it remains hard to envisage just where Everton will end up this season.
However, in light of the recent capture of Oumar Niasse this January, the Toffees find themselves with a potential light at the end of the tunnel.
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The Senegalese international arrives on the back of some fine goal-scoring form with Lokomotiv Moscow, so could he eventually prove to be the man to restore some much needed positivity at Goodison Park this term.
Well, if the 25-year-old’s most recent performances with his now former employees are to offer anything to go, it seems Everton could have landed a real gem on their hands in the shape of Niasse, despite his sizeable £13.5million transfer fee.
When it comes to taking on defenders with relative ease in and around the opposition’s penalty box, displaying an impressive range of finishing in one-on-one situations, and simply spinning his counterparts inside the final third with effective turn of pace, this is a player who has certainly failed to disappoint throughout the 2015/16 campaign thus far.
Oumar Niasse seems to like taking on a somewhat daring approach whenever offered the chance to impress in front of his respective fan-base. The 25-year-old striker clearly knows how to find the back of the net in explosive style. But what is perhaps more significant about Niasse’s overall game in general is the fact that he rarely looks short of confidence when played through in front of goal, and seemingly isn’t scared of taking on the impossible either.
Everton therefore look to have found themselves on the end of a very promising January deal. The Goodison Park faithful have arguably been crying out for a fresh new striker to come in and do the business at their club for quite some time now, for although Romelu Lukaku has admittedly been in fine form this season, the Toffees simply can’t rely upon the big Belgian striker alone to make things happen inside the final third for their side.
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The recently acquired Senegalese international would theoretically provide Lukaku with the perfect strike-partner to work alongside in the forward department for Everton this season.
Niasse seems capable of reading all the knock-downs that will likely come his way at Goodison Park, his pace and power inside the final third could create a lot more room for Lukaku to weave his magic in front of goal, and although both players won’t necessarily start up top in every single starting XI put together by Roberto Martinez this season, the potential on offer between Niasse and Lukaku really could open some significant doors for Everton.
So although Oumar Niasse probably won’t go down as the signing of the season, Everton look to have improved upon their fortunes across the rest of the upcoming campaign with the 25-year-old Senegalese star.
Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior has been confirmed as the United Nations Human Rights Champion as he continues his fight against racism in sport.
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The Brazilian attacker announced on social media that he has teamed up with the United Nations and will work to expand anti-racism education. The 23-year-old called for sports to have "zero tolerance" policies towards racial discrimination and reporting mechanisms for victims of abuse.
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"For me, this specific year has been a stark reminder that we still have a long journey ahead to eliminate bigotry from sports and society," he wrote. "I believe that anti-racism education must be at the heart of our efforts to advance equality and human rights everywhere. That’s why I’m very happy to announce my new role as United Nations #HumanRights Champion. A role that I’ll take on with pride, excitement and responsibility. Let's make sports a true model of inclusivity, free of racism & discrimination. It's our moment to stand united."
He added in the video: "We are here today to renew our commitment to protect human rights for all. Throughout history, racism and discrimination have denied opportunities to so many, even in sports. It is time for all of us to stand together against racism. Sports must have zero tolerance for racial discrimination. That means every institution should have reporting mechanisms in place and tackle discrimination without reservations. Victims should be supported, not victimised further."
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Vinicius has been the victim of racist abuse during matches many times since joining Real Madrid. He has spoken out about the issue on social media, even going head-to-head with La Liga president Javier Tebas on one occasion. Vinicius said that La Liga "belongs to racist", sparking some pushback from Tebas. The Madrid hero said in October that he is going to continue his fight to end racism in Spain, saying: "I know that I can change some things. So that those who come in the next few years do not go through this, so that children can have peace of mind in the future. For them I will do everything I can."
GOAL's guide to watch every Xtreme Football League game live and on-demand this season
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ESPN+
ESPN+ hold the exclusive rights to live stream all XFL games across 2024.
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You can access ESPN+ via Hulu with their Trio Bundle that also gives access to Disney+
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The XFL has been a bit of a phantom football league over the years, with a rocky history following its first inception in 2001. 2023 has seen the first successful season of the XFL, and we can’t wait to see what the 2024 season will bring.
A minor football league with allot of promise, Arlington Renegades cinched the first championship from DC defenders during the 2023 XFL season final. Meanwhile, a stunning performance by Quarter back Jordan Ta’amu last season saw him cinch XFL’s Offensive player of the year.
We’re cautiously optimistic that the XFL will continue to be an anticipated regular in our calendar, with plenty more games to come if you're a football fan. So, keep reading for our guide to watch and live streaming the XFL and re-watching all the best touchdowns from the 2023 season.
What TV channels have the rights to the XFL?
Coverage of the XFL in the United States is split across ESPN, ABC and FX. The easiest way to catch the action will be through ESPN+ who will simulcast all matches from the moment the season gets underway on February 18 2024.
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Why ESPN+?
ESPN+ is a must have for anyone wanting every XFL game, as each match will air on ESPN+ live and on-demand. Fans will also get to enjoy it's other great features, such as extensive sports archives, is bringing out a new tennis documentary called “Player 54: Chasing the XFL dream”, a nine-part docuseries following the XFL through the ups and downs of the 2023 season.
Subscriptions and pricingMonthly – $9.99/moAnnual – $99.99/yrDisney Bundle (comes with Hulu and Disney+) – $12.99/mo
The Disney bundle is the best value for money, as you get ESPN+ content with Disney and Hulu on top for only $3 extra, which gives you plenty of additional entertainment.However, if you're wanting to keep your subscriptions lean and sports focussed, you can have all your XFL content for only $9.99/mo.
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Why Hulu?
Hulu+Live TV is a streaming service that includes your must have XFL channels and services, that's ESPN and ESPN2, ESPN+, FX, as well as ABC. That’s all your nationally broadcast XFL games and an impressive amount of additional live sports coverage on top. With ESPN+ included in subscription, you have full access to the ESPN+ archives, hundreds of hours of historic sports content and playbacks if you want to watch game highlights.
Base packageHulu (With Ads) + Live TV, Disney+ (With Ads) and ESPN+ (With Ads) for $69.99/month.
The service has unlimited cloud storage, so you never have to miss the action. It also allows you to stream on up to 2 screens simultaneously and is compatible with plenty of TV systems, including iOS, Android, Roku, Fire TV & Fire Stick, Apple TV (4th gen), Chromecast, Xbox One & Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, Samsung (select TV models), LG (select TV models), and Nintendo Switch.
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Why Sling TV
Sling is one of the best value internet streaming providers on the market. So, if you’re on a wanting XFL channels as part of a budget friendly TV subscription, it’s worth considering.
Sling Orange ($40/mo) – ½ price on the first month for new users
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Sling Orange + Blue($55/mo)
Orange is Sling TV’s sports package. It provides a slimmed down channel line-up; however, it features ESPN and ESPN2 which gives you a good amount of XFL coverage. For access to FX and ABC as well, you’ll need a combined orange and blue subscription for $55/mo. Combined subscription gets you all the must have broadcast networks for live XFL coverage.
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Why DirecTV?
DirectTV is a premium service provider, that offers both a satellite and DirecTV stream service for anyone wanting to cable cut. All four DirecTV subscriptions feature the must have broadcast networks for XFL coverage, that’s ESPN, ESPN2, ABC and FX.
You will have all the live XFL content you need to watch your favorite teams with the Entertainment package, however if you want maximum sports and entertainment channels in your line-up, it’s worth browsing DirectTV’s higher subscriptions.
The variety of regional sports networks available through the DirecTV stream or satellite service is also extensive which makes it a great option if you’re a fan of local teams across sports. To find what regional networks will be available in your area, just type in your ZIP code to receive your Local Regional Sports Network Information.
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Clubs in the English top flight have until June 23 to tie down players to short-term deals if they want to finish the 2019-20 season
The coronavirus pandemic threw football into chaos this year.
While the Premier League season has now resumed, clubs and players alike face an uncertain future.
The financial ramifications of the disruption are yet to be truly seen but, in the short term, players up and down the country find themselves with decisions to make.
Most player contracts in the Premier League end on June 30 of a given year, but the 2019-20 season is now expected to run until late July. For clubs playing in Europe, fixtures may continue until the end of August.
The Premier League has set a deadline of June 23 for players to agree short-term contract extensions in order to play until the end of the season.
Some have already taken up this option – David Silva at Manchester City and Liverpool’s Adam Lallana among them – but plenty of players are still set to be without a club on July 1.
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Willian – Chelsea
Brazil international Willian has played more than 300 times for Chelsea since joining in 2013, winning two Premier League titles after the Blues hijacked a proposed move to Tottenham.
However, his future has been up in the air for some time now and he has been linked with a number of clubs during the 2019-20 season.
Manchester United and Arsenal have both been linked, with the 31-year-old still a useful player for any club looking to add strength in depth.
Barcelona were also rumoured to be considering a move during the January transfer window but for now, he is believed to be open to signing a temporary contract to finish the season with Chelsea.
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Ryan Fraser – Bournemouth
Fraser’s decision not to agree a short-term contract extension has left Bournemouth staring down the barrel of relegation as the final stretch of the season looms.
He notched seven goals and 14 assists in the Premier League last season, though he has scored only once in the current campaign.
The Cherries restart the season in 18th. Simon Francis, Andrew Surman, Artur Boruc and Charlie Daniels have all agreed to short-term deals, but Fraser will depart for free.
Arsenal and Tottenham have both been linked with his signature.
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Jan Vertonghen – Tottenham
Contrasting reports around Vertonghen’s immediate future mean it is currently unclear whether or not he will still be a Tottenham player come July 1.
The 33-year-old has been at Spurs since 2012, one of the key figures in their progression under Mauricio Pochettino.
His experience also means he will be a wanted man if he does leave on a free transfer.
Fellow defender Japhet Tanganga, who made his debut earlier this season, is also out of contract but had reportedly been in talks over a new deal before Covid-19 struck.
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David Luiz – Arsenal
Arsenal are looking to reshape their squad on a budget under Mikel Arteta, and it remains to be seen whether Luiz will be part of the rebuild.
He may well have already played his last game for the Gunners, having been sent off in a disaster-class performance against Manchester City in their first game back.
Luiz has shown signs of being keen on another year at the Emirates Stadium but, after an unconvincing season, some fans would doubtless be content to see him go.
The defender’s agent, Kia Joorabchian, has said his future will be decided before the June 23 deadline.
Ex-jogador da base do Fluminense, Euller acionou o clube no Tribunal Regional do Trabalho da Primeira Região (TRT-1) cobrando o valor de R$ 121.015,44. Na última sexta-feira, o jogador entrou na Justiça para que o Tricolor pague os valores atrasados. O clube ainda não foi notificado e terá o período necessário para que se defenda nos autos do processo.
De acordo com o pedido de Euller, há a cobrança de salário, indenização de dobra com terço constitucional, décimo terceiro com proporcional, férias proporcionais, recolhimento de FGTS, gratificações e multas. O processo foi distribuído para a 75ª Vara do Trabalho do Rio do TRT-1, da juíza titular Cissa de Almeida Biasoli, que ainda não se manifestou. A primeira audiência entre as partes na Justiça foi marcada para o dia 25 de março deste ano.
Natural de Cuiabá, no Mato Grosso, Euller, hoje com 24 anos, foi emprestado algumas vezes pelo Fluminense durante a formação nas categorias de base. Ele já defendeu equipes como o STK Samorin, da Eslováquia, o FC Lahti, da Finlândia, e outros times brasileiros como o Batatais, o Volta Redonda e o Londrina.
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Na zona de rebaixamento do Campeonato Brasileiro, o CSA continua a sua preparação para encarar o Fortaleza na 33ª rodada do torneio nacional, na Arena Castelão.
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No treino desta quarta-feira, o atacante Bustamante sentiu um problema físico. No começo da atividade, ele acusou uma forte dor na virilha e precisou deixar o campo amparado por integrantes do DM.
Com a ausência de Jonatan Gómez, Bustamante seria o substituto imediato para formar dupla com Ricardo Bueno, mas com esse possível quadro de lesão, a expectativa é que Bruno Alves fique com a vaga.
Após 32 partidas disputadas, o CSA está na 18ª colocação, com 29 pontos, seis a menos que o Cruzeiro, primeiro time fora do Z4.
One point separates Sunrisers Hyderabad from Royal Challengers Bangalore, and while defeat will not rule out either side’s progress into the playoffs, it will certainly complicate it
The Preview by Karthik Krishnaswamy14-May-2015Match factsFriday, May 15, 2015 Start time 2000 local (1430 GMT)2:45
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Big pictureOne point separates Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bangalore, who both occupy the middle portion of an exceedingly amorphous table, and who both have two games left to play. Neither absolutely win two out of two to reach the playoffs, but life will become rather more complicated for the team that loses their meeting on Friday.Going by form, this is a hard-to-predict clash that promises excitement. Sunrisers are on a three-match winning streak, and Royal Challengers have won five of their last seven completed games. On paper, Royal Challengers possess the better of two menacing top orders and Sunrisers the better of two mediocre middle orders, and while Mitchell Starc is form bowler of the IPL and the most obvious wicket-taking threat from either side, Sunrisers perhaps possess the deeper bowling attack with more experience of the conditions in Hyderabad. Both teams prefer batting first.Given the stage of the season, the result of the game may well hinge on the bigger names. In a match full of them, who will step up and make the decisive intervention?Form guideSunrisers Hyderabad WWWLW (last five completed matches, most recent first) Royal Challengers Bangalore LWWLWWatch out forThe last three times Royal Challengers have batted first, they’ve posted totals of 200, 226 and 235. They’ve not been nearly as dangerous while chasing, though. They’ve lost two of their last three games while batting second, and the other one – a rain-shortened game against Kolkata Knight Riders – could have gone either way. Sunrisers, meanwhile, have batted first in their last three matches and won all of them, but have only won one match out of five while chasing. The toss, therefore, might play a vital role.Bangalore’s struggles while chasing have coincided with their top three getting out relatively early. The new-ball contest that pits Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Trent Boult/Dale Steyn against Chris Gayle and Virat Kohli could prove an important sub-plot in the narrative of the game.Stats and trivia Chris Gayle needs 13 runs to get to 400 runs for the season. If he does so, Royal Challengers will have three batsmen – AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli are the others – in the 400 club. At this point, no other team has more than one representative. Moises Henriques tops Sunrisers’ batting averages – with 219 runs at 43.80 – and also has their best economy rate – 6.57 – among bowlers who have sent down more than 10 overs.
West Indies batsman Darren Bravo has been ruled out of the 2015 World Cup due to a low-grade tear to his left hamstring
ESPNcricinfo staff27-Feb-2015West Indies batsman Darren Bravo has been ruled out of the World Cup due to a low-grade tear to his left hamstring.*Johnson Charles, the opening batsman who last played international cricket in March 2014, has been approved by the ICC as his replacement. He averages 28.96 with two centuries and two fifties in his 30 ODIs, but recently smashed 177 off 124 balls against Barbados in the Nagico Super50 and 151 against the same opponents in the Regional four-day tournament.Bravo suffered the injury while completing a quick single during West Indies’ win over Pakistan in Christchurch last week. The injury had ruled him out of the side’s matches against Zimbabwe and South Africa, but he was expected to make a comeback against India in Sydney on March 6. A team source, however, revealed on Thursday that the batsman was still unable to run and was taking longer than expected to recover.After missing the South Africa tour because of personal issues, Bravo returned for the World Cup with mixed results. He scored two ducks in four innings, including one in a warm-up game, and was on 49 when he retired hurt in the match against Pakistan.*This story has been updated with the news of Johnson Charles replacing Darren Bravo on February 28
Gerald Corbett, a cricket enthusiast and high-powered businessman, will be the next chairman of MCC, subject to approval by club members at the annual general meeting on May 6.He faces the challenging task of repairing relationships between the MCC committee and members after a prolonged dispute over rebuilding plans for Lord’s. His first month in office next October will will coincide with the rebuilding of the Warner Stand, the first of several redevelopment projects.Corbett, who will succeed Oliver Stocken on October 1, and who has been an MCC Member since 1995, certainly has a penchant for business. He has served on the board of twelve different public companies, six of them as chairman. He is currently chairman of Britvic, the soft drinks company; Betfair, the international betting exchange; and Numis, a stockbroking and investment banking businessThe MCC committee confirmed the appointment, following a recommendation from a working group led by Mike Griffith, a trustee and past president. The group was supported in the final interviews by MCC president David Morgan. Spencer Stuart, an executive search consulting firm, also assisted in the shortlist. With so many chairmanships behind him, he was not overly difficult to find.Morgan said: “Mr Corbett emerged as the unanimous choice to succeed Oliver Stocken. His track record of leading large and diverse organisations is impressive, and he will bring with him direct experience in the finance, property, consumer goods and charitable sectors, which will be of great benefit to everyone at the club.”Corbett’s first visit to Lord’s, he said, was as a spectator in the 1963 Gillette Cup final. “MCC is the Home of Cricket, a national institution and a wonderful brand. All the experience I have I will bring to bear helping it meet the challenges of an ever-changing world.”He becomes the fifth person to hold the unpaid post following its creation in 2000 and can serve a maximum of two three-year periods.
Darren Bravo has been found guilty of a Level 1 breach of the ICC Code of Conduct for verbally offending the opposition batsmen during the fourth and final day’s play in the second Test against Bangladesh
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Darren Bravo, the West Indies batsman, has been found guilty of a Level 1 breach of the ICC Code of Conduct for verbally offending the opposition batsmen during the fourth and final day’s play in the second Test against Bangladesh in St Lucia.Bravo was found to have breached Article 2.1.8 of the code, which relates to “…Where the facts of the alleged incident are not adequately or clearly covered by any of the above offences, conduct that either : (a) is contrary to the spirit of the game; or (b) brings the game into disrepute.”An ICC release stated that Bravo had been warned on several occasions not to approach and verbally offend the opposition batsmen and repeatedly failed to heed the umpires’ instructions.Bravo disputed the offence and a formal hearing was then conducted by match referee Roshan Mahanama, with the charge having initially been brought by on-field umpires Steve Davis, Richard Illingworth, third umpire Marais Erasmus and fourth umpire Peter Nero. Mahanama found Bravo guilty and issued a fine of 30% of his match fee.”The umpires felt that the player’s behaviour brought the game into disrepute and he was reminded of his responsibilities to extend respect at all times to both his opponent and to match officials,” Mahanama said.