Share this: [embedded content] The CONCACAF Gold Cup rarely is rarely a straight-forward affair, and the 2017 edition of the tournament will fit the bill. Twelve teams from North and Central America and the Caribbean will contend for the regional soccer title this month in the 2017 Gold Cup. The United States will host the bi-annual tournament, looking to reclaim the CONCACAF throne from Mexico and secure the right to play for a spot in the 2021 FIFA Confederations Cup. NESN.com’s Marcus O’Mard and Marc DiBenedetto preview the 2017 Gold Cup and examine whether the USA, Mexico or a surprise team will win the tournament in this week’s episode of “NESN Soccer Show,” which you can watch in the above video. Thumbnail photo via Isaiah
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Kenley Jansen Blasts Dodgers Fans For Not Voting Players To All-Star Game
The Los Angeles Dodgers are one of the best teams in Major League Baseball, but they won’t have any starters on the field for the 2017 All-Star Game. And Kenley Jansen has something to say to Dodgers fans about that. The Los Angeles closer will be at the All-Star Game in Miami on July 11, along with starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw, shortstop Corey Seager and outfielder/first baseman Cody Bellinger. Third baseman Justin Turner and starter Alex Wood also could make the team as injury replacements, but Jansen is pretty ticked off that none of them will be starting. “I’ll say it loud and clear again: It’s the Dodger fans’ fault,” Jansen said, p... NESN.com
Snap shot: Spain’s stars of Jerusalem
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
Champions League starts: Road to Kyiv begins in Yerevan
The 2017/18 UEFA Champions League season begins on Tuesday when the first qualifying round kicks off.Just 24 days on from Real Madrid lifting the trophy in Cardiff, and with little under 11 months to go to the 2018 final in Kyiv, action begins at 17:00CET when Armenia's Alashkert welcome FC Santa Coloma to Yerevan. When these teams met last season a 0-0 draw in Andorra was followed by a 3-0 win for Alashkert. Later on, four teams make their UEFA Champions League debuts as Gibraltar's Europa travel to The New Saints, FCI Talllinn of Estonia go to Hibernians and Víkingur, who
U.S. Grand Prix Schedule Changed To Accommodate Justin Timberlake Concert
Share this: Justin Timberlake will perform in Austin, Texas on Saturday night following the United States Grand Prix, but not without a little schedule shifting. While there usually is a two-hour break following the FP3 session, there now will be a four-hour space before the 4 p.m. local time qualifying race precedes the “JT” concert. According to motorsport.com, the change is in hopes that more people will stay for the concert, as well as for music fans to maybe take in some racing before going to the show. Mechanics and race teams are complaining about the time change because it will make them change their routine and create a longer work day. The teams also are worried that this could cause the Formula One to
NBA Rumors: Cavs, T-Wolves Enter Jimmy Butler Trade Talks With Bulls
Share this: The entire NBA might be interesting in trading for Chicago Bulls superstar Jimmy Butler by the end of the week. ESPN’s Marc Stein and The Vertical’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported Monday a few new teams who’ve entered the fray to acquire Butler, including the Cleveland Cavaliers. Sources: Chicago’s price for Jimmy Butler remains elevated, but Minnesota has assets and interest. Sides made preliminary contact this week. — Adrian Wojnarowski (@WojVerticalNBA) June 19, 2017 The Cavaliers, per league sources, have been working today on assembling multi-team trade scenarios to try to acquire Chicago's Jimmy Butler — Marc Stein (@ESPNSteinLine) June 19, 2017 The Cavs obviously have to rope in at least one more team to provide the assets Chicago would surely demand but, sources say, are trying. —
Red Sox Notes: Boston Makes Statement With Series Win Over Astros
Share this: The Boston Red Sox have had an up-and-down season thus far, but a successful weekend trip to Houston has the Sox riding high. Boston took two of three games from the Major League Baseball-best Astros, capped off by a gritty 6-5 win Sunday night at Minute Maid Park. The Father’s Day victory, especially, showed signs of what the Red Sox are capable of. They received a mediocre performance out of starter David Price, and the bullpen wasn’t as strong as it has been of late. Even Craig Kimbrel veered from his dominant self with a shaky ninth inning. But thanks to timely hitting and strong defense, Boston overcame its faults to earn one of its most impressive victories of the 2017 season. And