Michael Owen has delivered tactical advice to Harry Kane and England manager Thomas Tuchel, with the former Three Lions striker telling GOAL why the “best finisher in the world” needs to heed advice when it comes to doing his “job”. As the ultimate team player Kane is happy to drop wide and deep, but that…
Some days, it feels like the Toronto Maple Leafs are trying to juggle with one hand tied behind their back. Injuries, depth issues, and a blue line held together with tape have forced the team to get creative. And with the trade deadline three weeks away, every decision—big or small—feels like it carries extra weight….
Some weeks, it feels like the Vancouver Canucks are trying to keep a leaky boat afloat with a few buckets of water and a prayer. Between underperforming stars, draft picks in limbo, and prospects either excelling or quietly raising eyebrows, there almost always seem to be issues. As the NHL season winds toward the trade…
A familiar face isn’t included in Alexi Lalas’ current top-five power rankings of U.S. men’s national team players. But there is a good reason for that. Christian Pulisic, who is expected to be a key player for the USA at this summer’s World Cup, has recently been hobbled by injuries after a strong first half…
Canada ended Day 3 of men’s Olympic hockey with a resounding 5-1 win over Switzerland. With the win, Canada has secured the top spot in Group A with just one game left against France on Feb. 15. Heading into the game, both teams were coming off blowout wins, with Switzerland taking down France 4-0 and…
GLENDALE, Ariz. — Alex Vesia closed his eyes, turned his head to the side and paused for a moment to compose himself Friday morning as he prepared to speak publicly for the first time since the loss of his newborn daughter during last year’s World Series. “Bear with me,” the Dodgers reliever said before looking…
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, William Nylander comments on his rumored injury, the Utah Mammoth could shake up the trade market at center, an insider looks at Bobby McMann‘s real value at the deadline, and Connor McDavid and Macklin Celebrini are already sparking lighthearted speculation after the Olympics. Nylander Eyes Olympic Gold Despite Injury William…
This season, MLB players will be tapping their cap to signal that they’re challenging a pitch call with the Automated Ball-Strike Challenge System. However, Atlanta Braves left-hander Chris Sale won’t be among the players doing so. “I will never challenge a pitch,” Sale said Friday when asked about the ABS Challenge System. “I’m not an…
When you think of Jamaica, you also often think of Bob Marley. Decades after his passing, the music legend and humanitarian continues to be an embodiment of the country’s music, style, and culture. It’s therefore no surprise that Jamaica’s newest kit collection celebrates both Marley’s life and the rich musical tradition of the island nation. …
The New York Rangers have struggled to develop their top forward prospects since announcing that they were beginning to rebuild during the 2018-19 season. Those struggles have led them to once again make major changes this season as they traded star winger Artemi Panarin to the Los Angeles Kings. The trade creates an opportunity for…
