Domestic action resumes at Old Trafford on Wednesday, as Manchester United play their first game since the conclusion of the World Cup. The Red Devils will be in action in the round of 16 of the EFL Cup, as they welcome Burnley to the Theatre of Dreams. EFL Cup Preview It has been a relatively … Read more
PHILADELPHIA’S former lightweight contender Ivan Robinson is now 51 and taking it upon himself to make sure the Philadelphia way is passed down to future generations. For many, Philly is a fight town first and foremost and being the City of Brotherly comes second with the Liberty Bell and the Rocky steps tied for third. … Read more
Before I sat down with Leah Williamson to reflect on what has been an historic year I read back through the notes from the last time we spoke at length, a month out from the Euros. A time when she could nip out for a pint of milk in an England tracksuit and no one … Read more
The second round of the Copa del Rey continues on Thursday, as one of the front-runners for success is in action. Atletico Madrid last won this domestic competition in 2013, but they will be looking to ease through to the next round against Arenteiro this week. Copa del Rey Preview This will be a famous … Read more
50. SHANNON BRIGGS KO12 SIARHEI LIAKHOVICH November 4, 2006 THIS wasn’t even a good fight for 11 rounds and two minutes, not even close. But it scrapes the list due to the astonishing late drama. Briggs trailed by three points on two cards and a point on the other when the American had the Russian … Read more
Family members spent Christmas morning on Sunday with Pele at the Sao Paulo hospital where the legendary footballer is battling worsening cancer as well as kidney and heart problems, according to a social media post by his daughter. Fans of the player, considered by many the greatest of all time, have been expressing hope for … Read more
The Premier League resumes on Boxing Day, with a traditional round of fixtures in England’s top-flight. Two sides that will be desperate to get off to the best possible start will clash at Selhurst Park, as both Crystal Palace and Fulham will be looking for a return to winning ways. Premier League Preview Fulham have … Read more
The Premier League is back and tipster Jones Knows thinks the backdrop of the unusual schedule may bring shocks aplenty this festive period. Brentford vs Tottenham, Boxing Day 12.30pm It’s time to awake from your Premier League slumber. Wait, Brentford beat Manchester City away from home 2-1 in their last game? I’m going to need … Read more
Julen Lopetegui will take charge of Wolves for the first time in the Premier League on Boxing Day. There will be immediate pressure on the former Spain head coach, as the team from the Midlands clashed with Everton in a relegation six-pointer at Goodison Park. Premier League Preview Wolves will be looking to hit form … Read more
EACH year during the holiday season, I publish a list of what I consider to be the best books about boxing. That list, updated to accommodate recently published titles, follows. Taken together, the books offer a compelling look at the sweet science from bare-knuckle days to the present. Some of these books are now out … Read more
