THE L: Short for “elevated,” as within the CTA’s elevated commuter rail system; additionally oddly refers to that system when it’s not elevated — at avenue degree or a subway. THE THIRD RAIL: 1. High-voltage electrified monitor that powers L trains. 2. A subject fraught with peril if mentioned in public, equivalent to race and faith. CTA BUS: Mass transit car that doesn't include a public toilet, although many riders appear to suppose it does.
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Cavani and Jonas make hay again
Edinson Cavani scores Paris's 2500th Ligue 1 goal Cavani's double makes it 15 goals in 14 club outings this term Jonas scores in eighth consecutive Liga game for Benfica CSKA Moskva fail to score for sixth time in eight games in all competitions Bas Dost hits fourth goal in two games in Sporting CP victory MAKE YOUR FANTASY CHANGES BY 20:45CET ON TUESDAY Group AArsenal Tula 1-0 CSKA MoskvaBenficaUEFA.com - News
UEFA Europa League third qualifying round guide
Three former European champions are among the sides who begin their seasons this evening as the UEFA Europa League third qualifying round kicks off with AC Milan, Marseille and PSV Eindhoven entering the fray.That trio – plus Crvena zvezda, continental champions in 1990/91 who started this term in the second qualifying round – have all tasted success in Europe's top competition and will be aiming to add the UEFA Europa League to their trophy cabinet.
Isaiah Thomas ‘Would Love’ To Be With Celtics Long Term, Win Championships
Isaiah Thomas wants to remain a member of the Boston Celtics, that much is clear. During the NBA’s Eastern Conference finals, it became clear the Celtics were at least one player away from seriously contending with the Cleveland Cavaliers, and a discussion about whether the Celtics should build around their All-Star point guard began to materialize. But Thomas’ desire is to hoist a banner as a member of the Celtics. “Boston’s changed my career, changed my life,” Thomas told the media Friday, per The Boston Globe’s Gary Washburn. “I would love to be here long term and win championships here. “But as you guys know it’s a ... NESN.com
Latvia bring Starkovs back for third term
Aleksandrs Starkovs has returned to take charge of Latvia for a third time, replacing his former national team forward Marians Pahars.The 61-year-old Starkovs steered Latvia to the finals of UEFA EURO 2004 – the Baltic side's greatest achievement – and he enjoyed a second spell in the post from 2007 to 2013 following a stint with Spartak Moskva. His third coming begins with Latvia fifth in Group B of the European Qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup, two points ahead of Andorra, with European champions Portugal their next opponents on 9 June. "It's a major honour to take charge of the
Arsenal dig deep, Barcelona and Monaco cruise
SUNDAY Eibar 0-4 Barcelona (Denis Suárez 31, Messi 50, Luis Suárez 68, Neymar 90+1)An apparent ankle injury for Sergio Busquets was the only negative for Barcelona as they posted a fourth successive victory in all competitions to return within two points of Liga top dogs Real Madrid, who hold a game in hand. Luis Suárez and Lionel Messi both struck their 15th league goals this term, Messi grabbing his 12th in 12 matches in all competitions. ©Getty Images< ... UEFA.com - News
Cebanu’s sixth term in Moldova
Pavel Cebanu has been re-elected as Football Association of Moldova (FAM) president for a sixth four-year term.The election took place during the association's congress in Chișinău, and Cebanu, president since 1997, was confirmed in office unanimously by delegates."I want to thank the delegates for their support," said 61-year-old Cebanu."During all of these years throughout my presidency, I have felt a great responsibility for Moldovan football.""We will continue to pay major attention to grassroots football, and it is very important to foster a winning mentality among the new generation of players," he added. "We will also pay special attention to our national tea... UEFA.com - News