1 month ago
The brass at La Liga giants Real Madrid are ready to offer a significant salary increase to midfield standout Jude Bellingham. This comes as Florentino Pérez and co. prepare to ramp up efforts to tie the Englishman down for the long-term.
Bellingham is for his part of course fresh off a superb opening to the new campaign. After lighting up the World Cup with Thomas Tuchel's England, the former Borussia Dortmund man was quickly afforded a central berth in the setup of new Real Madrid boss José Mourinho.
And Bellingham has since responded with a string of fine performances, giving rise to four direct goal contributions in four La Liga appearances.
Widespread confirmation has in turn surfaced over recent days that the Bernabéu hierarchy are ready to afford their all-action engine room star a new contract.
And as alluded to above, on Friday, further insight into the situation has been provided. The info comes courtesy of Blancos journalist Jorge C Picon, who reports:
#bellingham #real #comes #jude
Bellingham is for his part of course fresh off a superb opening to the new campaign. After lighting up the World Cup with Thomas Tuchel's England, the former Borussia Dortmund man was quickly afforded a central berth in the setup of new Real Madrid boss José Mourinho.
And Bellingham has since responded with a string of fine performances, giving rise to four direct goal contributions in four La Liga appearances.
Widespread confirmation has in turn surfaced over recent days that the Bernabéu hierarchy are ready to afford their all-action engine room star a new contract.
And as alluded to above, on Friday, further insight into the situation has been provided. The info comes courtesy of Blancos journalist Jorge C Picon, who reports:
#bellingham #real #comes #jude
1 month ago
Lil Yachty only needed to last five minutes with Baron Corbin in the opening match on WWE Sunday Night's Main Event. If he did, he would earn Trick Williams an instant shot at the United States Championship. In an entertaining iteration of Beat the Clock, Yachty accomplished his mission and Trick made good on the opportunity the award-winning rapper afforded him. Williams regained his U.S. ***** le. That's kayfabe, but how well did Yachty perform in this role? Let's talk Sunday Night's Main Event.
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#yachty #corbin #main #match
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#yachty #corbin #main #match
1 month ago
Pittsburg football coach Charlie Ramirez couldn't have been more complimentary about the St. John Bosco-Bellflower juggernaut program his Pirates will host Friday in a showdown of state-ranked teams - Sports Illustrated has the Braves No. 2 and Pittsburg No. 9.
His judgment was largely based on a Week 4 2024 road trip the Pirates made to the four-time state and two-time national champion. He used terms like "first-rate" and "classy" when describing the treatment Bosco coach Jason Negro and director of football operations Jessie Christensen afforded the Pirates.
"We're going to make sure that we give them proper welcoming and acknowledgement for them making this journey up here," he said. "We're going to throw out our orange (team color) carpet and try to extend them all the same courtesy."
Right down to the scoreboard.
It's doubtful Pittsburg will be able to hand Bosco an identical - even similar - defeat as the Braves beat the Pirates 35-14 that season, but they'll surely give it the old college try.
#pirates #pittsburg #time
His judgment was largely based on a Week 4 2024 road trip the Pirates made to the four-time state and two-time national champion. He used terms like "first-rate" and "classy" when describing the treatment Bosco coach Jason Negro and director of football operations Jessie Christensen afforded the Pirates.
"We're going to make sure that we give them proper welcoming and acknowledgement for them making this journey up here," he said. "We're going to throw out our orange (team color) carpet and try to extend them all the same courtesy."
Right down to the scoreboard.
It's doubtful Pittsburg will be able to hand Bosco an identical - even similar - defeat as the Braves beat the Pirates 35-14 that season, but they'll surely give it the old college try.
#pirates #pittsburg #time
1 month ago
Let's face it, by the time the third preseason game rolls around, most of the battles have been fought, debates have taken place, and roster decisions have been made. With final rosters due on August 30, teams have no time to waste whittling down from 90 to 53.
The Dallas Cowboys are certainly no exception. Unlike most teams coming off losing seasons, Dallas has most of the roster spots written in stone. Very few spots are up for grabs, so for those operating on the periphery, margins are razor thin and mistakes cannot be afforded.
It's these handful of players who stood out in all the wrong ways in the Cowboys' 27-24 loss to the New Orleans Saints on Friday night. While Jaishawn Barham, Camden Brown and Joe Milton III all performed admirably, far too many others wilted under the pressure.
Cowboys Nation almost universally joined the Trigg bandwagon from the jump. An above-the-rim tight end from Baylor was Dallas' prized rookie undrafted free agent this year. With so much potential to work with, character concerns and blocking deficiencies could be overlooked, provided he dazzled with ball skills.
Sadly, Trigg did not dazzle. While he showed a willingness to block, he wasn't particularly good at it on Friday against the Saints. To make matters worse, Trigg struggled to catch the ball making his place on the Cowboys final 53 a longshot.
#saints #teams
The Dallas Cowboys are certainly no exception. Unlike most teams coming off losing seasons, Dallas has most of the roster spots written in stone. Very few spots are up for grabs, so for those operating on the periphery, margins are razor thin and mistakes cannot be afforded.
It's these handful of players who stood out in all the wrong ways in the Cowboys' 27-24 loss to the New Orleans Saints on Friday night. While Jaishawn Barham, Camden Brown and Joe Milton III all performed admirably, far too many others wilted under the pressure.
Cowboys Nation almost universally joined the Trigg bandwagon from the jump. An above-the-rim tight end from Baylor was Dallas' prized rookie undrafted free agent this year. With so much potential to work with, character concerns and blocking deficiencies could be overlooked, provided he dazzled with ball skills.
Sadly, Trigg did not dazzle. While he showed a willingness to block, he wasn't particularly good at it on Friday against the Saints. To make matters worse, Trigg struggled to catch the ball making his place on the Cowboys final 53 a longshot.
#saints #teams
2 months ago
When Nvidia (NVDA) reports its must-read earnings on Wednesday evening, it will confront this frustrating reality.
Strong earnings reports haven't been too kind to Nvidia's stock of late.
Nvidia stock has fallen in response to earnings in six of the past eight quarters, including the last four, per Yahoo Finance AlphaSpace ****** ysis.
The reality is that the market is positioned for the company to post something great and for CEO Jensen Huang to sound super bullish on the earnings call.
The market also knows there is minimal downside risk to Nvidia's growing investment portfolio, given the rising valuations (see Anthropic (ANTH.PVT), for example) being afforded to most privately held names in artificial intelligence.
#nvda
Strong earnings reports haven't been too kind to Nvidia's stock of late.
Nvidia stock has fallen in response to earnings in six of the past eight quarters, including the last four, per Yahoo Finance AlphaSpace ****** ysis.
The reality is that the market is positioned for the company to post something great and for CEO Jensen Huang to sound super bullish on the earnings call.
The market also knows there is minimal downside risk to Nvidia's growing investment portfolio, given the rising valuations (see Anthropic (ANTH.PVT), for example) being afforded to most privately held names in artificial intelligence.
#nvda
2 months ago
Atlético Madrid star Julián Alvarez has early this week dropped a fresh hint regarding his eagerness to take his talents to La Liga rivals Barcelona before the summer is out.
This of course comes fresh off a harrowing evening for the Argentine on Sunday.
Afforded a place on the bench for Atlético's league meeting with Villarreal, Alvarez found himself the target of a heavy and incessant round of boos, whistles and jeers on the part of the Metropolitano crowd.
After the attacker announced his desire to move on earlier this summer, the Rojiblancos faithful made crystal clear that they have not forgiven Alvarez in any way, shape or form.
Safe to say, then, that the 26-year-old's latest activity on social media is unlikely to go down overly well, either…
#madrid #liga #afforded
This of course comes fresh off a harrowing evening for the Argentine on Sunday.
Afforded a place on the bench for Atlético's league meeting with Villarreal, Alvarez found himself the target of a heavy and incessant round of boos, whistles and jeers on the part of the Metropolitano crowd.
After the attacker announced his desire to move on earlier this summer, the Rojiblancos faithful made crystal clear that they have not forgiven Alvarez in any way, shape or form.
Safe to say, then, that the 26-year-old's latest activity on social media is unlikely to go down overly well, either…
#madrid #liga #afforded
2 months ago
When Nvidia (NVDA) reports its must-read earnings on Wednesday evening, it will confront this frustrating reality.
Strong earnings reports haven't been too kind to Nvidia's stock of late.
Nvidia stock has fallen in response to earnings in six of the past eight quarters, including the last four, per Yahoo Finance AlphaSpace ****** ysis.
The reality is that the market is positioned for the company to post something great and for CEO Jensen Huang to sound super bullish on the earnings call.
The market also knows there is minimal downside risk to Nvidia's growing investment portfolio, given the rising valuations (see Anthropic (ANTH.PVT), for example) being afforded to most privately held names in artificial intelligence.
#finance
Strong earnings reports haven't been too kind to Nvidia's stock of late.
Nvidia stock has fallen in response to earnings in six of the past eight quarters, including the last four, per Yahoo Finance AlphaSpace ****** ysis.
The reality is that the market is positioned for the company to post something great and for CEO Jensen Huang to sound super bullish on the earnings call.
The market also knows there is minimal downside risk to Nvidia's growing investment portfolio, given the rising valuations (see Anthropic (ANTH.PVT), for example) being afforded to most privately held names in artificial intelligence.
#finance
2 months ago
When Nvidia (NVDA) reports its must read earnings report on Wednesday evening, it will be confronting this frustrating reality.
Strong earnings reports haven't been too kind to Nvidia's stock of late!
Nvidia shares have fallen in response to earnings in six of the past eight quarters including the last four, per Yahoo Finance AlphaSpace ***** ysis.
The reality is that the market is positioned for the company to post something great and for CEO Jensen Huang to sound super bullish on the earnings call.
The market also knows there is minimal downside risk to Nvidia's growing investment portfolio, given the rising valuations (see Anthropic (ANTH.PVT), for example) being afforded to most privately held names in artificial intelligence.
#strong
Strong earnings reports haven't been too kind to Nvidia's stock of late!
Nvidia shares have fallen in response to earnings in six of the past eight quarters including the last four, per Yahoo Finance AlphaSpace ***** ysis.
The reality is that the market is positioned for the company to post something great and for CEO Jensen Huang to sound super bullish on the earnings call.
The market also knows there is minimal downside risk to Nvidia's growing investment portfolio, given the rising valuations (see Anthropic (ANTH.PVT), for example) being afforded to most privately held names in artificial intelligence.
#strong
2 months ago
Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) has an attractive 6.4% dividend yield. That compares to 1% for the S&P 500 index (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) and 1.4% for the average pharmaceutical stock. Despite the outsize yield, the company is sticking by the dividend payment. That's great, but why is the yield so high? An examination of the business through 2030 will explain the problem.
From a big picture perspective, Pfizer sells pharmaceuticals. Only the drugs it sells don't appear out of thin air. It has to develop them or buy them before it can market them. That's an expensive, often time-consuming, and difficult process. This is why drug companies are afforded a limited, patent-protected window of exclusivity to sell their drugs. Drug companies like Pfizer can generate substantial revenue from patent-protected drugs.
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There's just one small problem: revenues tend to fall dramatically after a drug loses patent protections. Complicating this is that developing new drugs doesn't follow a set timeline, unlike patent expirations. So sometimes there's a mismatch that puts pressure on a company's top and bottom lines.
That's what Pfizer is dealing with right now. In 2027, oncology drugs Ibrance and Xtandi are set to lose patent protection. In 2028, the cardiovascular drug Eliquis will lose patent protection. Pfizer is working hard to find drugs to replace revenue lost from these patent expirations, but investors are clearly worried that it won't be able to. It doesn't help any that the company suffered a material black eye when it had to drop its internally developed GLP-1 weight-loss drug candidate in 2025.
#pfizer #drug #yield
From a big picture perspective, Pfizer sells pharmaceuticals. Only the drugs it sells don't appear out of thin air. It has to develop them or buy them before it can market them. That's an expensive, often time-consuming, and difficult process. This is why drug companies are afforded a limited, patent-protected window of exclusivity to sell their drugs. Drug companies like Pfizer can generate substantial revenue from patent-protected drugs.
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There's just one small problem: revenues tend to fall dramatically after a drug loses patent protections. Complicating this is that developing new drugs doesn't follow a set timeline, unlike patent expirations. So sometimes there's a mismatch that puts pressure on a company's top and bottom lines.
That's what Pfizer is dealing with right now. In 2027, oncology drugs Ibrance and Xtandi are set to lose patent protection. In 2028, the cardiovascular drug Eliquis will lose patent protection. Pfizer is working hard to find drugs to replace revenue lost from these patent expirations, but investors are clearly worried that it won't be able to. It doesn't help any that the company suffered a material black eye when it had to drop its internally developed GLP-1 weight-loss drug candidate in 2025.
#pfizer #drug #yield
2 months ago
No. 2 for No. 1.
Fernando Mendoza pro debut came and went without any issues in Week 1 of the NFL preseason. On Aug. 20, the Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback was afforded the opportunity for an encore performance in preseason Week 2.
The No. 1 overall pick's second game for the silver-and-black is now in the history books, meaning the reviews are starting to trickle in. How did he play? Do the Raiders have a quarterback competition brewing that they aren't aware of?
In a sentence: Welcome to the NFL, rook.
MORE: Fernando Mendoza's Raiders debut proved Kirk Cousins' value – and that's OK
#preseason #mendoza #kirk
Fernando Mendoza pro debut came and went without any issues in Week 1 of the NFL preseason. On Aug. 20, the Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback was afforded the opportunity for an encore performance in preseason Week 2.
The No. 1 overall pick's second game for the silver-and-black is now in the history books, meaning the reviews are starting to trickle in. How did he play? Do the Raiders have a quarterback competition brewing that they aren't aware of?
In a sentence: Welcome to the NFL, rook.
MORE: Fernando Mendoza's Raiders debut proved Kirk Cousins' value – and that's OK
#preseason #mendoza #kirk
2 months ago
A fresh round of footage, showcasing the talents of Real Madrid summer signing Yan Diomandé at the club's training base, has come to the fore online this week.
This comes as the Ivorian continues to turn heads with his exploits at Valdebebas…
Youngster Diomandé of course sealed his long-awaited big-money Real Madrid switch earlier this month, after the brass at the Bernabéu agreed to meet the considerable demands of their counterparts at German outfit RB Leipzig.
The 19-year-old has since gone on to link up with his new teammates in Spain's capital, ahead of playing what is expected to be a leading role under José Mourinho over the season ahead.
And though they have not yet been afforded the chance to watch him in competitive action in Blancos colours, the understanding is that Diomandé has already made quite the impression on all behind the scenes at Valdebebas.
#ahead #ivorian #bernab
This comes as the Ivorian continues to turn heads with his exploits at Valdebebas…
Youngster Diomandé of course sealed his long-awaited big-money Real Madrid switch earlier this month, after the brass at the Bernabéu agreed to meet the considerable demands of their counterparts at German outfit RB Leipzig.
The 19-year-old has since gone on to link up with his new teammates in Spain's capital, ahead of playing what is expected to be a leading role under José Mourinho over the season ahead.
And though they have not yet been afforded the chance to watch him in competitive action in Blancos colours, the understanding is that Diomandé has already made quite the impression on all behind the scenes at Valdebebas.
#ahead #ivorian #bernab
2 months ago
An up-and-coming member of the goalkeeper ranks at La Liga giants Real Madrid was on Sunday rewarded with his first-ever senior appearance in the club's colours.
The player in question? Illia Voloshyn.
Voloshyn, for those not familiar with his name, is a 19-year-old shot-stopper, who has long been held in high regard in Spain's capital.
The youngster is best known for his towering stature, standing at over two metres tall. He spent this past season plying his trade with Real Madrid C, and caught the eye of incoming first-team boss José Mourinho along the way.
Voloshyn, in turn, was recently afforded a call-up to senior training for pre-season at Valdebebas. And as alluded to above, on Sunday, as much culminated in a debut appearance for the talented Ukrainian.
#real #sunday
The player in question? Illia Voloshyn.
Voloshyn, for those not familiar with his name, is a 19-year-old shot-stopper, who has long been held in high regard in Spain's capital.
The youngster is best known for his towering stature, standing at over two metres tall. He spent this past season plying his trade with Real Madrid C, and caught the eye of incoming first-team boss José Mourinho along the way.
Voloshyn, in turn, was recently afforded a call-up to senior training for pre-season at Valdebebas. And as alluded to above, on Sunday, as much culminated in a debut appearance for the talented Ukrainian.
#real #sunday
2 months ago
Why Fever's Stephanie White might have the 'toughest job in professional sports' originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Stephanie White was greeted with applause Friday night before the Indiana Fever defeated the Dallas Wings at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
It was a marked departure from White's reception in the Fever's win over the New York Liberty on Tuesday, before which White had delivered a fiery speech defending her players from a number of recent controversies.
White arguably has the toughest job in the WNBA. In a span of three years, the Fever has transformed from an afterthought into a contender whose entire regular-season schedule has been broadcast on national television.
Indiana's trajectory as a franchise, for better and for worse, changed when it was afforded the chance to draft Caitlin Clark. Since she returned to the Fever in 2025, White has had to navigate Clark's superstardom while keeping All-Stars Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell engaged, and eliminating distractions prompted by Sophie Cunningham's clumsy comments about transgender participation in women's sports.
#sporting #preferred
Stephanie White was greeted with applause Friday night before the Indiana Fever defeated the Dallas Wings at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
It was a marked departure from White's reception in the Fever's win over the New York Liberty on Tuesday, before which White had delivered a fiery speech defending her players from a number of recent controversies.
White arguably has the toughest job in the WNBA. In a span of three years, the Fever has transformed from an afterthought into a contender whose entire regular-season schedule has been broadcast on national television.
Indiana's trajectory as a franchise, for better and for worse, changed when it was afforded the chance to draft Caitlin Clark. Since she returned to the Fever in 2025, White has had to navigate Clark's superstardom while keeping All-Stars Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell engaged, and eliminating distractions prompted by Sophie Cunningham's clumsy comments about transgender participation in women's sports.
#sporting #preferred
2 months ago
A leading member of the midfield ranks at La Liga giants Real Madrid is expected to be afforded a starting berth in the club's season opener next weekend.
The Blancos star in question? Aurélien Tchouaméni.
Midfielder Tchouaméni is for his part fresh off a return to base in Spain's capital this week. After being afforded an extended break following his exploits with France at the World Cup, the former Monaco man is now at the direct disposal of new boss José Mourinho.
Tchouaméni, nevertheless, has to date been considered something of a doubt to play his part in Real Madrid's first fixture of the new campaign, against Espanyol on August 22nd.
The 26-year-old picked up a fitness problem during the World Cup, which, added to his late return to Valdebebas, led to suggestions that the likes of Eduardo Camavinga or Arda Güler could start in his place at the RCDE stadium.
#return
The Blancos star in question? Aurélien Tchouaméni.
Midfielder Tchouaméni is for his part fresh off a return to base in Spain's capital this week. After being afforded an extended break following his exploits with France at the World Cup, the former Monaco man is now at the direct disposal of new boss José Mourinho.
Tchouaméni, nevertheless, has to date been considered something of a doubt to play his part in Real Madrid's first fixture of the new campaign, against Espanyol on August 22nd.
The 26-year-old picked up a fitness problem during the World Cup, which, added to his late return to Valdebebas, led to suggestions that the likes of Eduardo Camavinga or Arda Güler could start in his place at the RCDE stadium.
#return
2 months ago
La Liga giants Real Madrid have late this week been forced to contend with a fresh setback on the personnel front. This comes amid the understanding that youngster Endrick has picked up a fitness problem.
Real Madrid are of course currently in the thick of preparations for the fast-approaching new campaign.
With all of the club's World Cup stars and summer signings alike now back at Valdebebas, José Mourinho and his staff have this week been afforded the opportunity to put their collective ideas across to the entirety of Los Blancos' star-studded ranks for the first time.
The aforementioned Endrick is amongst this group, eyeing something of a breakout season in Spain's capital following a productive loan stint in France with Lyon earlier this year.
As alluded to above, though, on Friday, the Brazilian has seen these plans dealt a minor setback. As per a report from Real Madrid insider Melchor Ruiz of COPE:
#real #madrid #blancos
Real Madrid are of course currently in the thick of preparations for the fast-approaching new campaign.
With all of the club's World Cup stars and summer signings alike now back at Valdebebas, José Mourinho and his staff have this week been afforded the opportunity to put their collective ideas across to the entirety of Los Blancos' star-studded ranks for the first time.
The aforementioned Endrick is amongst this group, eyeing something of a breakout season in Spain's capital following a productive loan stint in France with Lyon earlier this year.
As alluded to above, though, on Friday, the Brazilian has seen these plans dealt a minor setback. As per a report from Real Madrid insider Melchor Ruiz of COPE:
#real #madrid #blancos
2 months ago
Little League International's disqualification of a Tulsa team in the Southwest Region was upheld by a Texas judge on Tuesday, prohibiting the team from playing in Tuesday's championship game for a berth in the Little League Baseball World Series.
Little League Baseball on Monday determined that a player was ineligible and removed Tulsa National from the region, deeming its previous game a forfeit. Later Monday, parents of players on the team filed, and were granted, a temporary restraining order from the 414th District Court in McLennan County, Texas, allowing Tulsa to play for the ***** le against West Texas on Tuesday night.
But Little League Baseball then asked the court to vacate the order, which the 414th District Court did Tuesday afternoon, not long before the scheduled first pitch in Waco, Texas.
"We appreciate the Court's timely and considered decision to vacate the Temporary Restraining Order," Little League Baseball said in a statement, "allowing enforcement of the Tournament Committee's decision to remove Tulsa National Little League from the Southwest Region Tournament and declare its previous game a forfeit.
"The decision upholds our commitment to a fair and equitable experience for all children based on our Official Rules, Regulations, and Operating Policies," the organization's statement added. "We empathize with the children of Tulsa National Little League and the likely disappointment this decision has caused. We recognize how memorable the Little League experience is for all children and the critical role that parents and adult volunteers are entrusted with to ensure that every child is cared for, treated fairly, and afforded a safe and positive experience."
#league #tulsa #tuesday #decision
Little League Baseball on Monday determined that a player was ineligible and removed Tulsa National from the region, deeming its previous game a forfeit. Later Monday, parents of players on the team filed, and were granted, a temporary restraining order from the 414th District Court in McLennan County, Texas, allowing Tulsa to play for the ***** le against West Texas on Tuesday night.
But Little League Baseball then asked the court to vacate the order, which the 414th District Court did Tuesday afternoon, not long before the scheduled first pitch in Waco, Texas.
"We appreciate the Court's timely and considered decision to vacate the Temporary Restraining Order," Little League Baseball said in a statement, "allowing enforcement of the Tournament Committee's decision to remove Tulsa National Little League from the Southwest Region Tournament and declare its previous game a forfeit.
"The decision upholds our commitment to a fair and equitable experience for all children based on our Official Rules, Regulations, and Operating Policies," the organization's statement added. "We empathize with the children of Tulsa National Little League and the likely disappointment this decision has caused. We recognize how memorable the Little League experience is for all children and the critical role that parents and adult volunteers are entrusted with to ensure that every child is cared for, treated fairly, and afforded a safe and positive experience."
#league #tulsa #tuesday #decision
2 months ago
A pair of Spanish clubs have on Tuesday closed a loan agreement for the season ahead. This comes amid confirmation that Carlos Domínguez has swapped Celta Vigo for Real Oviedo.
Stopper Domínguez is for his part a product of the academy setup at the aforementioned Celta, a club with whom he has spent the entirety of his playing career to date.
After building a solid reputation for himself at senior level over the years prior, however, last season, the 25-year-old was forced to contend with a major drop-off in prominence in Galicia.
All told, Domínguez was afforded just eight appearances across the length of the La Liga campaign.
Speculation had therefore begun to mount over recent weeks that the central defender could be farmed out on loan by Celta Vigo, to secure more regular playing time in 2026/27.
#vigo #season #carlos #real
Stopper Domínguez is for his part a product of the academy setup at the aforementioned Celta, a club with whom he has spent the entirety of his playing career to date.
After building a solid reputation for himself at senior level over the years prior, however, last season, the 25-year-old was forced to contend with a major drop-off in prominence in Galicia.
All told, Domínguez was afforded just eight appearances across the length of the La Liga campaign.
Speculation had therefore begun to mount over recent weeks that the central defender could be farmed out on loan by Celta Vigo, to secure more regular playing time in 2026/27.
#vigo #season #carlos #real
2 months ago
The countdown is on for the Prince of Wales' firstborn son, Prince George, who will be attending Eton College this September. The 13-year-old royal will become a pupil at the prestigious institution in a matter of weeks, and the private school has already started preparing for their new royal addition. Fresh photographs taken from outside the school show that new 'No photography' signs have been put up on fences outside to ensure the media and members of the public do not invade the privacy of pupils.
We know that the Prince and Princess of Wales are keen to keep Prince George, and his siblings, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, shielded from the limelight as much as possible. Although they accompany the couple on special royal occasions and a handful of engagements, privacy is very important to them and they want their children to have a relatively 'normal' upbringing.
New No Photography signs have been put up by Eton College outside some parts of the famous Boarding School in Eton, Windsor, Berkshire. (Alamy Stock Photo)
When Prince William attended Eton College, a deal was struck with the press that they would be afforded arranged shoots with William if they left him alone the rest of the time, and this could well be a similar set-up for Prince George. The Prince of Wales has previously said that he "really enjoyed being able to go about Eton as just another student."
Prince William signs in on his first day at Eton College watched by his parents, he Prince and Princess of Wales and brother, Prince Harry on September 06, 1995 in Windsor, England. (Anwar Hussein)
#princess
We know that the Prince and Princess of Wales are keen to keep Prince George, and his siblings, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, shielded from the limelight as much as possible. Although they accompany the couple on special royal occasions and a handful of engagements, privacy is very important to them and they want their children to have a relatively 'normal' upbringing.
New No Photography signs have been put up by Eton College outside some parts of the famous Boarding School in Eton, Windsor, Berkshire. (Alamy Stock Photo)
When Prince William attended Eton College, a deal was struck with the press that they would be afforded arranged shoots with William if they left him alone the rest of the time, and this could well be a similar set-up for Prince George. The Prince of Wales has previously said that he "really enjoyed being able to go about Eton as just another student."
Prince William signs in on his first day at Eton College watched by his parents, he Prince and Princess of Wales and brother, Prince Harry on September 06, 1995 in Windsor, England. (Anwar Hussein)
#princess
2 months ago
Two of the Premier League's leading clubs, namely Manchester United and Chelsea, have set their sights on the signature of Real Madrid star Endrick.
This of course comes amid a fresh round of speculation linking the Brazilian with a move away from Spain's capital.
After a productive loan spell in France with Lyon over the 2nd half of last season, the expectation was that Endrick would be afforded a fresh chance to prove his talents in the colours of Real Madrid in 2026/27.
Los Blancos' recent signing of Carlos Espí, however, has seen the 20-year-old's situation thrown into doubt once more. Amid suggestions that the Santiago Bernabéu brass are open to a new loan deal, a number of clubs, in turn, have been tipped to launch an ****** ault on Endrick's signature.
And as alluded to above, this weekend, a pair of top Premier League sides are understood to have entered the fray. As per a report from Fichajes, citing TEAMtalk:
#madrid
This of course comes amid a fresh round of speculation linking the Brazilian with a move away from Spain's capital.
After a productive loan spell in France with Lyon over the 2nd half of last season, the expectation was that Endrick would be afforded a fresh chance to prove his talents in the colours of Real Madrid in 2026/27.
Los Blancos' recent signing of Carlos Espí, however, has seen the 20-year-old's situation thrown into doubt once more. Amid suggestions that the Santiago Bernabéu brass are open to a new loan deal, a number of clubs, in turn, have been tipped to launch an ****** ault on Endrick's signature.
And as alluded to above, this weekend, a pair of top Premier League sides are understood to have entered the fray. As per a report from Fichajes, citing TEAMtalk:
#madrid
2 months ago
SpaceX (SPCX) stock continues to lose altitude. But for this brief moment in time, the decline has nothing to do with a post-IPO hangover.
The stock is down 11% in early trading on Wednesday to $111 — light-years removed from the record high of about $225 — as investors were rattled by **** eX's planned capital expenditures.
The harsh reaction is not unlike the one afforded to other tech names this earnings season, such as Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL), which promised that big-time money will be spent on advancing AI initiatives.
The Yahoo Finance AlphaSpace stat of the morning reflects a rough estimate of how much **** eX said it would spend in 2026.
#time
The stock is down 11% in early trading on Wednesday to $111 — light-years removed from the record high of about $225 — as investors were rattled by **** eX's planned capital expenditures.
The harsh reaction is not unlike the one afforded to other tech names this earnings season, such as Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL), which promised that big-time money will be spent on advancing AI initiatives.
The Yahoo Finance AlphaSpace stat of the morning reflects a rough estimate of how much **** eX said it would spend in 2026.
#time
2 months ago
SpaceX (SPCX) stock continues to lose altitude. But for this brief moment in time, the decline has nothing to do with a post-IPO hangover.
The stock is down 11% in early trading on Wednesday to $111 — light-years removed from the record high of about $225 — as investors were rattled by ******* eX's planned capital expenditures.
The harsh reaction is not unlike the one afforded to other tech names this earnings season, such as Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL), which promised that big-time money will be spent on advancing AI initiatives.
The Yahoo Finance AlphaSpace stat of the morning reflects a rough estimate of how much ******* eX said it would spend in 2026.
Total capital expenditures for ******* eX in the second quarter were $18.4 billion, well above ******* yst estimates of around $6 billion. Commentary by executives on the earnings call indicated that third and fourth quarter capex could each remain at similar levels as that of the second quarter, implying full-year capex of about $65 billion. Wall Street was modeling for $50 billion in capital expenditures for ******* eX this year.
#Stock
The stock is down 11% in early trading on Wednesday to $111 — light-years removed from the record high of about $225 — as investors were rattled by ******* eX's planned capital expenditures.
The harsh reaction is not unlike the one afforded to other tech names this earnings season, such as Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL), which promised that big-time money will be spent on advancing AI initiatives.
The Yahoo Finance AlphaSpace stat of the morning reflects a rough estimate of how much ******* eX said it would spend in 2026.
Total capital expenditures for ******* eX in the second quarter were $18.4 billion, well above ******* yst estimates of around $6 billion. Commentary by executives on the earnings call indicated that third and fourth quarter capex could each remain at similar levels as that of the second quarter, implying full-year capex of about $65 billion. Wall Street was modeling for $50 billion in capital expenditures for ******* eX this year.
#Stock
2 months ago
One of Dortmund's will-they-won't-they transfers of the summer appears to be going ahead at long last. Per Fabrizio Romano, Dortmund wing-back Yan Couto is set to move to Italy this summer on loan to Como.
Couto joined Dortmund initially on loan from Manchester City in the fall of 2024, with a purchase obligation exercised in the summer of 2026. Across two seasons for BVB, Couto played 62 matches, scoring three goals and **** isting a further three.
These numbers only tell a half story. In his second season, Couto played a mere 997 minutes in the league, falling behind Julian Ryerson in the pecking order at right wing-back. One might think Couto would be perfectly suited to Niko Kovac's five-back system, but unfortunately for Couto, Ryerson's crossing prowess this season made him impossible to leave off the team sheet.
I, for one, am very disappointed to see Couto go in what will likely prove to be a permanent departure. Couto took an enormous leap of faith moving to Dortmund, a completely foreign country and league, and embraced the club with open arms. BVB repaid him, in my opinion, with limited minutes and little reward for the good moments he showed in black and yellow. It always felt as though Couto was an afterthought on the team-sheet despite his impressive CV and potential to bring a different element to the squad, with some time to settle into a role. Dortmund gave Raphaël Guerreiro seven seasons to be a poor defender with tremendous creative ability—I'm not sure why Couto couldn't be afforded just one.
Couto is only 24, and with the buy option seemingly non-obligatory, we may yet see Yan Couto in black and yellow again. Unfortunately, BVB has likely left a poor taste in the Brazilian's mouth, and I wouldn't blame him for leaving it in the past.
#summer #loan #played
Couto joined Dortmund initially on loan from Manchester City in the fall of 2024, with a purchase obligation exercised in the summer of 2026. Across two seasons for BVB, Couto played 62 matches, scoring three goals and **** isting a further three.
These numbers only tell a half story. In his second season, Couto played a mere 997 minutes in the league, falling behind Julian Ryerson in the pecking order at right wing-back. One might think Couto would be perfectly suited to Niko Kovac's five-back system, but unfortunately for Couto, Ryerson's crossing prowess this season made him impossible to leave off the team sheet.
I, for one, am very disappointed to see Couto go in what will likely prove to be a permanent departure. Couto took an enormous leap of faith moving to Dortmund, a completely foreign country and league, and embraced the club with open arms. BVB repaid him, in my opinion, with limited minutes and little reward for the good moments he showed in black and yellow. It always felt as though Couto was an afterthought on the team-sheet despite his impressive CV and potential to bring a different element to the squad, with some time to settle into a role. Dortmund gave Raphaël Guerreiro seven seasons to be a poor defender with tremendous creative ability—I'm not sure why Couto couldn't be afforded just one.
Couto is only 24, and with the buy option seemingly non-obligatory, we may yet see Yan Couto in black and yellow again. Unfortunately, BVB has likely left a poor taste in the Brazilian's mouth, and I wouldn't blame him for leaving it in the past.
#summer #loan #played
2 months ago
Former UFC ****** le challenger Anthony Smith was arrested Monday in Nebraska and charged with three felonies.
While Smith has not spoken publicly since then, his manager, Brian Butler of SuckerPunch Entertainment, shared a pair of statements Friday, asking the public to withhold judgment at this time.
One such statement was from himself. The other was from Smith's wife, the alleged victim in the case, according to the Sarpy County (Neb.) attorney's office.
"We are aware of the reports concerning Anthony Smith's recent arrest," Butler wrote in a statement shared with MMA Junkie that was also posted on his Instagram. "At this time, it would be inappropriate to comment on the allegations or speculate regarding facts that have yet to be fully established. Like every individual, Anthony is entitled to the presumption of innocence and the due process protections afforded under our justice system. We respectfully ask that people avoid rushing to judgment based solely on initial reports, as they often do not reflect the complete facts or context.
"Our thoughts are with Anthony and his family as they navigate this difficult and deeply personal matter. We ask that their privacy be respected while the legal process runs its course. Out of respect for the ongoing proceedings, we will have no further comment at this time."
#shared #statement
While Smith has not spoken publicly since then, his manager, Brian Butler of SuckerPunch Entertainment, shared a pair of statements Friday, asking the public to withhold judgment at this time.
One such statement was from himself. The other was from Smith's wife, the alleged victim in the case, according to the Sarpy County (Neb.) attorney's office.
"We are aware of the reports concerning Anthony Smith's recent arrest," Butler wrote in a statement shared with MMA Junkie that was also posted on his Instagram. "At this time, it would be inappropriate to comment on the allegations or speculate regarding facts that have yet to be fully established. Like every individual, Anthony is entitled to the presumption of innocence and the due process protections afforded under our justice system. We respectfully ask that people avoid rushing to judgment based solely on initial reports, as they often do not reflect the complete facts or context.
"Our thoughts are with Anthony and his family as they navigate this difficult and deeply personal matter. We ask that their privacy be respected while the legal process runs its course. Out of respect for the ongoing proceedings, we will have no further comment at this time."
#shared #statement
2 months ago
La Liga giants Real Madrid have afforded a glimmer of hope to Premier League champions ******* nal amid their ongoing pursuit of Blancos star Vinícius Jr.
This comes amid confirmation that the board in Spain's capital have no intention of improving their contract offer to the attacker.
Wide-man Vinícius' current Real Madrid terms are due to expire in the summer of 2027. The two parties have sat down for negotiations over an extension on multiple occasions, but each time, have failed to reach a final agreement.
The player is understood to be seeking an increase to his already massive salary. Florentino Pérez and co, however, are of the opinion that the proposal currently on the table is more than sufficient.
For this reason, ******* nal, named as surprise summer suitors for Vinícius over the last couple of weeks, maintain hope of pulling off a groundbreaking deal for the 26-year-old.
#madrid #amid
This comes amid confirmation that the board in Spain's capital have no intention of improving their contract offer to the attacker.
Wide-man Vinícius' current Real Madrid terms are due to expire in the summer of 2027. The two parties have sat down for negotiations over an extension on multiple occasions, but each time, have failed to reach a final agreement.
The player is understood to be seeking an increase to his already massive salary. Florentino Pérez and co, however, are of the opinion that the proposal currently on the table is more than sufficient.
For this reason, ******* nal, named as surprise summer suitors for Vinícius over the last couple of weeks, maintain hope of pulling off a groundbreaking deal for the 26-year-old.
#madrid #amid
2 months ago
The New York Jets placed veteran edge rusher Joseph Ossai on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list to start training camp, the team confirmed.
Ossai will be ineligible to practice at camp until he passes a physical and gets activated off the list. It adds a bit more pressure for rookie No. 2 overall pick David Bailey to hit the ground running at camp.
Jets general manager Darren Mougey signed Ossai to a three-year contract worth $34.5 million in free agency this offseason. Indications are Ossai is working through a minor undisclosed injury and won't be sidelined for long. For however long Ossai remains on the PUP, it could mean additional reps with the first-team defense for Bailey.
The Jets selected Bailey at No. 2 overall in the 2026 NFL draft to help transform a pass rush that finished 31st in sacks last year with just 26 quarterback takedowns. Bailey was an outstanding college pass rusher who simply needs to defend the run with better mechanics before becoming the all-around playmaker he's capable of being.
Hopefully Ossai is activated off the PUP sooner rather than later. The Jets are counting on his veteran experience to help them field an upgraded defensive line unit this coming season. Until then, Bailey could be afforded more opportunities to shine at training camp.
#bailey
Ossai will be ineligible to practice at camp until he passes a physical and gets activated off the list. It adds a bit more pressure for rookie No. 2 overall pick David Bailey to hit the ground running at camp.
Jets general manager Darren Mougey signed Ossai to a three-year contract worth $34.5 million in free agency this offseason. Indications are Ossai is working through a minor undisclosed injury and won't be sidelined for long. For however long Ossai remains on the PUP, it could mean additional reps with the first-team defense for Bailey.
The Jets selected Bailey at No. 2 overall in the 2026 NFL draft to help transform a pass rush that finished 31st in sacks last year with just 26 quarterback takedowns. Bailey was an outstanding college pass rusher who simply needs to defend the run with better mechanics before becoming the all-around playmaker he's capable of being.
Hopefully Ossai is activated off the PUP sooner rather than later. The Jets are counting on his veteran experience to help them field an upgraded defensive line unit this coming season. Until then, Bailey could be afforded more opportunities to shine at training camp.
#bailey
3 months ago
Uefa will hold an emergency meeting on Thursday, where the prospect of boycotting the World Cup will be discussed as leverage against Gianni Infantino's controversial plan to privatise the tournament.
Next steps with the European Union will also be raised, as the European Commission scrutinises whether Infantino's project contravenes protections that are afforded as regards competition law.
Fifa's plan has provoked fury in most of the European game, to the point that an alliance of all major stakeholders is gaining strength.
Bodies including the Football ******* ociation, European Leagues, European Football Clubs, the Union of European Clubs, the Football Supporters ******* ociation and Football Supporters Europe have already released strident statements, mostly condemning the lack of proper process, but with some going much further and demanding drastic change at the top of the game.
Figures within the national ******* ociations and Uefa's structure are most infuriated by the unilateral nature in which Infantino has come up with the plan as well as the very prospect of privatisation, and how it has been presented to federations with a limited timeframe of 53 days before what amounts to a binary vote amid the "bribery" of those who agree being guaranteed higher returns.
#plan #union #prospect #uefa
Next steps with the European Union will also be raised, as the European Commission scrutinises whether Infantino's project contravenes protections that are afforded as regards competition law.
Fifa's plan has provoked fury in most of the European game, to the point that an alliance of all major stakeholders is gaining strength.
Bodies including the Football ******* ociation, European Leagues, European Football Clubs, the Union of European Clubs, the Football Supporters ******* ociation and Football Supporters Europe have already released strident statements, mostly condemning the lack of proper process, but with some going much further and demanding drastic change at the top of the game.
Figures within the national ******* ociations and Uefa's structure are most infuriated by the unilateral nature in which Infantino has come up with the plan as well as the very prospect of privatisation, and how it has been presented to federations with a limited timeframe of 53 days before what amounts to a binary vote amid the "bribery" of those who agree being guaranteed higher returns.
#plan #union #prospect #uefa
3 months ago
Josh Hart responds to Draymond Green calling out Jalen Brunson and the Knicks originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Jalen Brunson made headlines when he took a pay cut worth $100,000,000 with the New York Knicks. It ended up being successful because that was the key to the Knicks being able to sign players like Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby to bigger contracts.
Considering they were crucial to winning the championship, just like Brunson, it was worth it. Some people were not big fans of this, including Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green, because he thinks the Knicks could have afforded it anyway.
It is not surprising that Green has been vocal about Brunson taking a pay cut. He has always been an advocate of players getting the most out of the teams that pay them, but Brunson was a different story. He had no issues with taking a pay cut, but it seems Green has an issue.
Most of the NBA world, including the players are used to hearing Draymond talk about the latest topics in the league. Considering he also has a part-time career as a member of the NBA media through podcasts and TV shows, it is nearly impossible not to hear from him.
#draymond #jalen #worth #like
Jalen Brunson made headlines when he took a pay cut worth $100,000,000 with the New York Knicks. It ended up being successful because that was the key to the Knicks being able to sign players like Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby to bigger contracts.
Considering they were crucial to winning the championship, just like Brunson, it was worth it. Some people were not big fans of this, including Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green, because he thinks the Knicks could have afforded it anyway.
It is not surprising that Green has been vocal about Brunson taking a pay cut. He has always been an advocate of players getting the most out of the teams that pay them, but Brunson was a different story. He had no issues with taking a pay cut, but it seems Green has an issue.
Most of the NBA world, including the players are used to hearing Draymond talk about the latest topics in the league. Considering he also has a part-time career as a member of the NBA media through podcasts and TV shows, it is nearly impossible not to hear from him.
#draymond #jalen #worth #like
3 months ago
A trio of up-and-coming young talents at La Liga giants Barcelona have turned the heads of the club's coaching staff with their performances in pre-season.
Hansi Flick and co. are of course currently hard at work, amid early preparations for the fast-approaching 2026/27 campaign.
Barca have to date been forced to make do without a whole host of their leading stars in training, owing to their respective efforts at this summer's World Cup.
This has opened the door for a number of youngsters to step up, afforded the chance to impress with sights on a first-team berth next season.
And as alluded to above, amid these efforts, three such starlets have already done enough to catch the eye…
#season
Hansi Flick and co. are of course currently hard at work, amid early preparations for the fast-approaching 2026/27 campaign.
Barca have to date been forced to make do without a whole host of their leading stars in training, owing to their respective efforts at this summer's World Cup.
This has opened the door for a number of youngsters to step up, afforded the chance to impress with sights on a first-team berth next season.
And as alluded to above, amid these efforts, three such starlets have already done enough to catch the eye…
#season
3 months ago
The new coaching staff at La Liga giants Real Madrid have been left taken aback by the efforts of one member of the club's midfield ranks across pre-season to date.
The Blancos star in question? Arda Güler.
Midfielder Arda for his part returned to base in Spain's capital to report for pre-season training earlier this week. Afforded an extra week of rest following his exploits with his native Türkiye at the World Cup, the 21-year-old took his place under the watch of José Mourinho for the first time.
And safe to say, Arda has since gone on to make his presence very much felt at Valdebebas… As per a report from Diario AS, the engine room starlet has returned full of intent and vigour with a view to the campaign ahead:
'The coaching staff is surprised. Arda Güler has returned from his vacation not only eager to impress, but also in excellent physical condition. So much so that some key members of the team didn't hesitate to openly praise him: "Güler is flying!" was heard at Valdebebas.'
#arda #valdebebas #Coaching #liga
The Blancos star in question? Arda Güler.
Midfielder Arda for his part returned to base in Spain's capital to report for pre-season training earlier this week. Afforded an extra week of rest following his exploits with his native Türkiye at the World Cup, the 21-year-old took his place under the watch of José Mourinho for the first time.
And safe to say, Arda has since gone on to make his presence very much felt at Valdebebas… As per a report from Diario AS, the engine room starlet has returned full of intent and vigour with a view to the campaign ahead:
'The coaching staff is surprised. Arda Güler has returned from his vacation not only eager to impress, but also in excellent physical condition. So much so that some key members of the team didn't hesitate to openly praise him: "Güler is flying!" was heard at Valdebebas.'
#arda #valdebebas #Coaching #liga
3 months ago
A trio of players from the first-team ranks at La Liga giants Real Madrid have been afforded places in the official Team of the Tournament for the 2026 World Cup.
The latest edition of the biggest showcase in international football was of course brought to a close this past weekend.
When all was said and done following a summer packed with goals, quality and memorable moments, it was Spain who emerged triumphant courtesy of an extra-time victory over Argentina.
Three members of Luis de la Fuente's squad, in turn, have been named in FIFA's Team of the Tournament, namely Pedro Porro, Rodri, and Real Madrid's Marc Cucurella.
Moving further up the pitch, Blancos standout Jude Bellingham is also recognised for his efforts, with teammate and Golden Boot winner Kylian Mbappé joining Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland in a star-studded front three.
#team #tournament
The latest edition of the biggest showcase in international football was of course brought to a close this past weekend.
When all was said and done following a summer packed with goals, quality and memorable moments, it was Spain who emerged triumphant courtesy of an extra-time victory over Argentina.
Three members of Luis de la Fuente's squad, in turn, have been named in FIFA's Team of the Tournament, namely Pedro Porro, Rodri, and Real Madrid's Marc Cucurella.
Moving further up the pitch, Blancos standout Jude Bellingham is also recognised for his efforts, with teammate and Golden Boot winner Kylian Mbappé joining Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland in a star-studded front three.
#team #tournament
