Spain outclassed Italy in the 2013 U21 EURO final in Jerusalem, running out 4-2 winners to lift the trophy for the fourth time. Looking at what their starting XI from that day have gone on to achieve, it's easy to see why. With the teams meeting again in Tuesday's semis, we look at where that team are now. 1. David de GeaJoined Manchester United just after winning the U21 EURO in 2011; has since developed into one of the top goalkeepers in the world and is now Spain's undisputed No1.2. Asier IllarramendiOne of the driving forces behind Real Sociedad's march to fourth place in the
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NBA Rumors: Timberwolves Still Targeting Paul George Or Jimmy Butler
Share this: The Minnesota Timberwolves apparently are very active ahead of the 2017 NBA Draft. While much of the focus Thursday has been on the Boston Celtics’ reported pursuit of New York Knicks young star Kristaps Porzingis, the T-Wolves also reportedly are looking into acquiring a star of their own. Minnesota continues to show interest in landing Paul George or Jimmy Butler, league sources tell @TheVertical. — Adrian Wojnarowski (@WojVerticalNBA) June 22, 2017 Both the Indiana Pacers’ Paul George and Chicago Bulls’ Jimmy Butler have been popular topics in trade rumors over the past few days, and Minnesota has been one of the teams reportedly interested in the stars. The T-Wolves also reportedly are shopping the No. 7 overall pick, so it could be a very
Atlético leave it late, Higuaín stars for Juventus
Round of 16 first legs: Tuesday 14 FebruaryPARIS v BARCELONABordeaux 0-3 Paris (Cavani 6 47, Di María 40)Edinson Cavani took his recent tally to nine goals in six games as Paris won for the tenth time in eleven matches in all competitions.Alavés 0-6 Barcelona (Luis Suárez 37 67, Neymar 40, Messi 59, Alexis og 63, Rakitić 65)All three members of Barcelona's revered 'MSN' forward line were on the mark as Luis Enrique's men picked up their 12th victory in their last 16 outings in all competitions. The result was soured by Aleix Vidal suffering a dislocated ankle which ha... UEFA.com - News
Genie Bouchard Appears To Be Enjoying Bahamas Vacation During Downtime
Share this: There’s not much time for tennis stars to take vacations during the summer, so now’s as good a time as any for them to head to the tropics. One of those notable tennis players is Genie Bouchard, whose Instagram is full of pictures of the Canadian women’s tennis star enjoying some downtime in the Bahamas. Bouchard, who has been ranked as high as No. 7 in the season-ending rankings, is coming off an up-and down season after injury issues in 2015, and she’s currently No. 46 in the world. But there’s no better way to relax and recharge before preparing for January’s Australian Open than in the Bahamas. Click to see photos of Bouchard in the Bahamas >> Thumbnail photo via Eric Bolte/USA TODAY Sports ImagesInside photo via Instagram/geniebouchardH/t
Champions League stars’ extra-European exploits
ARSENALAlexis Sánchez could find no way past club-mate David Ospina as Chile held Colombia to a 0-0 draw on Thursday but – despite heavy strapping on a thigh injury – scored twice in the space of 16 second-half minutes in Monday's 3-1 win against Uruguay. Those goals moved him on to 36 international goals, one shy of Marcelo Salas's national record. Ospina subsequently warned there was "no way to stop Messi" ahead of his side's encounter with Argentina – the Barcelona man duly beating him with a superb free-kick and setting up two more goals in a 3-0 win. Mohamed Elneny, meanwhile, featured for ... UEFA.com
Ronaldo stars as France and Netherlands hit four
Group ANetherlands 4-1 BelarusQuincy Promes put the Netherlands in control with his first two international goals on 15 and 31 minutes. Aleksei Rios pulled one back right at the start of the second half but Vincent Janssen teed up Davy Klaassen for the Dutch third before getting the fourth himself with a curling finish.
Red Sox Vs. Yankees Lineup: Boston’s Stars Get Night Off After Clinching Division
Some of the Boston Red Sox’s heaviest hitters are getting a night off after helping the team clinch the American League East. The Red Sox won another division title Wednesday night despite losing to the New York Yankees 5-3 after first baseman Mark Teixeira’s walk-off grand slam. And Boston is in full playoff mode now, making sure its starters get some rest Thursday before the real hard work begins. Aaron Hill is leading off and playing third base as Brock Holt and Boston’s usual No.-1 hitter Dustin Pedroia are out of Thursday’s lineup. Deven Marrero will start at second base in Pedroia’s stead and bat last, while Travis Shaw takes over at ... NESN.com