The NBA and NBPA announced today that they will honor the life and legacy of 11-time NBA champion and civil rights pioneer Bill Russell by permanently retiring his uniform number , 6, during the tournament. Bill Russell’s No. 6 jersey will be retired across the NBA – NBA.com: NBA Communications
As long as the NBA exists, Bill Russell’s No. 6 will never be reissued to a new player. Bill Russell is the third athlete to have his number retired in the entire league – SBNation.com
West Seattle Blog… | WEST SEATTLE BRIDGE: SDOT announces September 18 reopening date
Mediocre Sounders in the mediocre half. Power Ranking Averages – Week 24 (8/11/22) – RSL Soapbox
Defiance are so anchored at number 1 MLS NEXT Pro Top 5 Rankings: Week 20 | MLSNEXTPro.com
One goal. Zero goals. Two goals. Two goals. Four goals. Fourteen goals. Wait, 14 goals? This cannot be right. Let me check again. Why Brandon Vazquez should be on the USA’s World Cup roster | MLSoccer.com
The Secondary Transfer Window ended pretty much as it began for LAFC: Bookended by big signings. Denis Bouanga signing: LAFC avoids getting “complacent” with third DP | MLSoccer.com
With a tip of the cap to the great Zach Lowe, here’s my own version of his “Annual NBA Rankings” column, MLS style. Ranking of all 28 MLS teams by level at the All-Star break | MLSoccer.com
Major League Soccer has released the findings of an independent investigation into the handling by the Vancouver Whitecaps organization of allegations of misconduct brought by members of the Whitecaps women’s team against former coach Bob Birarda in 2008 and former coach Hubert Busby, Jr. in 2011. MLS and Vancouver Whitecaps Statements on Whitecaps investigation findings | MLSoccer.com
Your USL Championship weekend viewing guide. USL Championship Run for the Playoffs – August 12-14
The valuations of the NWSL have risen in recent months, but Angel City is at its level, having raised its Series A round with a valuation of $100 million. NWSL Valuations Rise on Angel City’s $100 Million Coattails – Sportico.com
With the likes of Marta, Shannon Boxx, Aly Wagner, Camile Abily and more, Sol’s incredible talent has formed lasting bonds. Before Angel City, there was LA Sol: A super team with a short and beautiful history – The Athletic
Gotham FC, OL Reign’s next opponent, announced on Thursday that Scott Parkinson has been relieved of his duties as head coach. Scott Parkinson out as head coach of Gotham FC | Pro Soccer Wire
With Ventura Alvarado in Juarez and Jozy Altidore on loan to Puebla, Charles Boehm wonders why there aren’t as many USMNT players in Liga MX anymore. What happened to the Liga MX connection with the USMNT? | US soccer players
A federal judge has given preliminary approval to an equal payment of $24M between the U.S. Soccer and the US women’s national team. Federal judge grants preliminary approval to equal $24M settlement between US Soccer and US women’s national team
Leeds United manager Jesse Marsch said his experience in the United States will help the team prepare to excel during a heat wave. Jesse Marsch: My US experience will help Leeds handle heatwave games | ESPN
The renovation of Camp Nou in Barcelona will start this fall and bring in $200 million a year once completed. Barcelona Stadium Project hopes to follow Cowboys, SoFi Example – Sportico.com
Barcelona sold another 24.5% of Barca Studios to Orpheus Media for €100 million to record all new signings for the opening of LaLiga. Barcelona initiates the fourth financial lever to register new signings
Former Real Madrid left-back Fabio Coentrao has been handed a one-match ban and fine of €850 — a year after he retired to become a fisherman. Ex-Real Madrid star Fabio Coentrao fined, suspended – a year after retiring to become a fisherman | ESPN
The sides are close to agreeing on extending the current deal until 2029. Clubs will also be available to sell five matches on pay-per-view. SPFL and Sky discuss new £29.5m TV deal to show 60 Premiership matches | Scottish Premiership | The Guardian
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag says he expects Marcus Rashford to stay at the club this season. Rashford: Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag looks forward to staying at the club – BBC Sport
Marcus Rashford attracted interest from Paris Saint-Germain; The Manchester United striker has one year left on his contract at Old Trafford but United have the option to extend it by another year; PSG boss Christophe Galtier admits he wants a new striker. Marcus Rashford: Paris Saint-Germain unlikely to pursue transfer interest in Manchester United striker | Transfer Center News | Sky Sports
BBC Sport’s Simon Stone looks at Nottingham Forest’s journey as their City Ground prepares for the return of Premier League football. Nottingham Forest: Top-flight football returns to the City Ground after a 23-year absence – BBC Sport
Barnsley are trying to end a new shirt front sponsorship deal with a cryptocurrency site following an investigation into discriminatory and abusive social media posts. Barnsley seek to end shirt sponsorship deal with cryptocurrency site | Barnsley | The Guardian
Qatar v. Ecuador will kick off the 2022 FIFA World Cup™ on November 20
Morocco part company with national team coach Vahid Halilhodzic just three months before the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. World Cup 2022: Morocco part ways with coach Vahid Halilhodzic ahead of Qatar final – BBC Sport
Dundee United manager Jack Ross apologized to the traveling fans after they were subjected to a 7-0 Europa Conference League qualifying defeat by AZ Alkmaar. Ross apologizes after Dundee United’s record defeat by AZ Alkmaar | European Conference League | The Guardian
Raheem Sterling has said that his unwillingness to accept a lack of game time at Manchester City led him to move to Chelsea this summer. Chelsea’s Raheem Sterling on Man City exit: I didn’t want to accept a lack of game time | ESPN
Don’t be killed by clerks, be the clerks who kill. This is another Background for 5th edition D&D. “I’m not even supposed to be here today” — add Clerk background to D&D | Full Moon Storytelling
Friday
11:30 AM – Freiburg vs Borussia Dortmund – Bundesliga – ESPN+
12:00 PM – Osasuna vs Sevilla – La Liga – ESPN+
5:30 PM – Houston Dash vs. Racing Louisville FC – NWSL – Paramount+
7:00 PM – Tijuana vs. Puebla – Liga MX – ESPN+
Saturday
4:30 AM – Aston Villa vs Everton – Premier League – USA Network, Universo
7:00 AM – Manchester City vs AFC Bournemouth – USA Network, Universo
7:00 AM – Premier League Match Four – Peacock
9:30 AM – Brentford vs Manchester United – Premier League – NBC
12:00 PM – Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano – La Liga – ABC
MLS from 3:00 PM to 7:30 PM on ESPN+.
5:00 PM – North Carolina Courage vs. Kansas City Current – NWSL – Paramount+
7:30 PM – San Diego Wave vs. Orlando Pride – NWSL – Paramount+
U-20 Women’s World Cup on FS2, Telemundo, and Unvierso from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
All Day Games from La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A, and Liga MX on ESPN+, Paramount+, and TUDN.
Sunday
6:00 AM – Nottingham Forest vs. West Ham United – Premier League – USA Network, Telemundo
8:30 AM – Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur – Premier League – USA Network, Telemundo
12:00 PM – OL Reign vs. NJ/NY Gotham FC – Fox13+, Paramount+
5:00 PM – Angel City SC vs. Chicago Red Stars – CBS Sports Network
6:00 PM – Nashville SC vs. Minnesota United – MLS – FS1
7:00 PM – Sounders FC vs. Real Salt Lake – MLS – Fox13+. Amazon Prime
U-20 Women’s World Cup on FS1, FS2, Telemundo, and Unvierso from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
MLS Next Pro on the MLS Next Pro site from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM but Defiance does not play.
All Day Games from the Australian Cup, La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A, Belgian First Division, Argentine Primera División, Brasileirão, and Liga MX on ESPN+, Paramount+, and TUDN.
Who is Man United new signing?
| Name | Club | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Amad Diallo | Atalanta | Permanent |
| Facundo Pellistri | Penarol | Permanent |
| Alex Telles | Porto | Permanent |
| Donny van de Beek | Ajax | Permanent |
Did Manchester United sign any new players this season? Manchester United have confirmed the £56.7m signing of Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez on a five-year contract. United paid €57.37m (£48.3m) for the Argentina international, with an additional €10m (£8.4m) in add-ons agreed between the two clubs.
Where is Rashford going?
Is Marcus Rashford leaving? Report: Marcus Rashford Tells Friends He Wants To Leave Manchester United Marcus Rashford has reportedly told an inner circle of friends that he wants to leave Manchester United this summer. Rashford has come under fire in recent months due to his poor form for United under Ralf Rangnick.
Whats going on with Rashford?
Euro 2020 agony and shoulder surgery Rashford played through the pain barrier for the majority of last season after rupturing a muscle in his left shoulder in November 2020.
Why is rashford not playing?
The Old Trafford-raised academy graduate has started just 10 Premier League games this season and has not completed a 90-minute outing for the Red Devils in 2022. He has played just 936 minutes of top-flight football in total this term, with a shoulder problem delaying the start of the current campaign.
Is Marcus Rashford OK?
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has admitted that Marcus Rashford is unlikely to be available until mid-October as the forward continues to recover from shoulder surgery.
Is Rashford going to play for Man Utd?
Marcus Rashford is delighted to say he feels fresh and energized for the new Manchester United season, after enjoying the summer break and a positive first week with Erik ten Hag.
Will rashford stay at Man U?
Fabrizio Romano has been talking about all things Manchester United on Saturday and confirmed that along with Donny Van De Beek, Marcus Rashford will stay with United this summer to work under Erik Ten Hag.
Is rashford injured?
Marcus Rashford is fighting to be fit for Manchester United’s heavyweight Premier League clash with Liverpool at Old Trafford after being ruled out with an injury against Atalanta.
Is Rashford ready to play?
English international Marcus Rashford is ready for a “new start” at Man Utd under the guidance of new manager Erik ten Hag. The 24-year-old started last season late after recovering from shoulder surgery but hit three goals in his first four games back in the team.
What team is Rashford playing for now? Manchester United kick off Australia tour with 4-1 win Marcus Rashford enjoying ‘new start’ at Manchester United Marcus Rashford said he is enjoying a new start at Manchester United under manager new Erik ten hag.
Who is the latest Chelsea signing?
Chelsea confirmed the acquisitions of Raheem Sterling from Manchester City and the club’s long-term target Kalidou Koulibaly from Napoli while on pre-season they quickly completed the signings of Gabriel Slonina, Carney Chukwuemeka and Marc Cucurella .
Who is Chelsea’s new signing? On August 4, Chelsea announced the signing of youngster Carney Chukwuemeka from Aston Villa. The 18-year-old midfielder completed his surprise move to Stamford Bridge after a reported fee of £20m ($24.4m) was agreed between the clubs. The England youth international has signed a six-year contract.
Why is Rashford not playing?
The Old Trafford-raised academy graduate has started just 10 Premier League games this season and has not completed a 90-minute outing for the Red Devils in 2022. He has played just 936 minutes of top-flight football in total this term, with a shoulder problem delaying the start of the current campaign.
Why didn’t Rashford start today? Out with bronchitis Rashford will miss Saturday’s trip to Brighton due to illness and bronchitis, according to interim manager Ralf Rangnick.
What is Rashford’s problem?
Marcus Rashford used social media to address a situation that occurred after Manchester United’s defeat in the Champions League against Atletico Madrid at Old Trafford. The Reds striker reported that he was verbally abused as he left the stadium, revealing that he has recently been receiving abuse and trolls online.
Why is Rangnick leaving United?
Ralf Rangnick will not remain in his advisory role with Manchester United next season. The German, who took over as United’s interim manager in November, says he made the decision due to the demands of his new role as manager of Austria.
How long was Rashford injured for?
Marcus Rashford: Man Utd striker to undergo shoulder operation, out for around 12 weeks – The Athletic.
Why is Marcus Rashford dropping from England?
Rashford was included in the starting squad for November’s World Cup qualifiers against Albania and San Marino only to withdraw in order to “concentrate on regaining full fitness”.
Has Marcus Rashford left the England team?
Manchester United duo Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho have been left out of the England squad, while Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi has earned his first call-up.
Why is Rashford not playing in World Cup?
“Others need the breaks, they need a longer recovery between games to be at their best.” Rashford has not played for England since missing his penalty in the Euro 2020 final against Italy. England kick off their World Cup campaign with a game against Iran on November 21.