It appeared Pead’s knee buckled on a cut at the end of a 33-yard return against the Packers on Saturday. Chris Givens returned the next kickoff early in the second quarter after the Packers took a 10-0 lead. Pead was a second-round pick in 2012 and made one start his rookie year. He appeared in 10 games last season, mostly on special teams. (GIF via SBNation)
The Italian Fire Brigade said that rescue crews were sent to work in the small town of Casamicciola Terme with reinforcements coming from Naples, CNN reported on Saturday. However, the Italian Civil Protection Department said that weather conditions are making it difficult for rescuers to find people. A video posted by Sky News showed damaged roads, destroyed houses that were swept away, and cars submerged in mud. Heavy rain and flooding caused several landslides in Casamicciola Terme, which is located 20 miles off the coast of Naples....
The attack began Sunday night with a car bomb explosion at the security perimeter of the prison. Militants then stormed the facility as guards tried to defend the prison, The New York Times reported. At least 21 people have been killed and 43 others wounded, the newspaper reported, citing Attaullah Khogyani—a spokesperson for the local government in Nangarhar. IS Khorasan Province—the Afghan affiliate of ISIS which has been fighting U....
The 25-year-old amassed 952 minutes in the fourth edition of the Indian Super League (ISL) as he played an important role in Chennaiyin FC’s title win. Of the 14 matches he started, he was substituted on 12 occasions usually after the hour mark. However, his fighting displays in the middle of the park made him a favourite of coach John Gregory. Bikramjit is one of the few players who has always been a part of the ISL play-offs since its inception....
Though there has been only three days of gap between Chenaniyin’s opener against Goa, a 3-2 reverse at home, Gregory can’t wait to get back on the field and get the team’s first points on board. “First thing you want to do after a loss is get back on the field and put it right,” he told reporters at the pre-match press conference. “Thankfully, we get our chance very quickly....
At the event, addressing the media, Sheringham said, “We had a fantastic 3-week pre-season camp in Dubai. We played three matches there. We have one more game tomorrow. We wanted to play some more matches but that is fine. We can’t wait to start ISL 2017 season.” Keane, formerly of LA Galaxy, said, “I am delighted to be here in Kolkata. I am looking forward to the new season and meeting the fans....
Delhi Dynamos are placed at the bottom of the points table with just three points from six matches. The Delhi-based outfit started their campaign with a 3-2 win over FC Pune City but thereafter lost five consecutive games on the trot, a whole new record in ISL. Reigning champions ATK too have had a rough ride so far in their title defence. They failed to register a single win in their first four games but have gained momentum after winning their last two matches....
Thursday’s encounter in the Indian Super League (ISL) hence got a lot to do about how the two Spaniards with a strikingly familiar background play their cards against each other at the Fatorda stadium in Margao, Goa. TV CHANNELS & LIVE STREAM The Star Sports Network have the exclusive broadcasting rights of the ISL. The games will be telecast with the option of English and/or Hindi commentary over their bouquet of television as well as digital platforms....
A visibly frustrated Joao de Deus lamented his team’s profligacy in front of goal which ultimately resulted in the side’s fourth loss in six games this season. “I am frustrated. We created so many chances. We should win the games because we have more chances than the opponents. My boys came here to get a different result. Let’s work hard, be patient and let us try to let this moment pass....
Leo Costa joins Lucian Goian, Gerson Vieira, Everton Santos and Rafa Jorda as the overseas signings for Mumbai City so far. The 31-year-old was a vital cog in the Mumbai-based club’s semifinal run last season and will now look to better the club’s fortunes when the league kicks off later this year. After graduating from the Esporte Clube Santo Andre Academy in 2007, Leo Costa has spent most of his career enjoying short stints with clubs in Brazil....
The 72-year-old played a mentor’s role to Rene Meulensteen earlier in his career and it is on the latter’s request that Suurbier joined the Blasters’ camp. “He was an observer and suggested a few things as and when required. We will invite him for one of the home matches this season,” informed a Kerala Blasters official. Suurbier (Standing fourth from right) For those unaware, Suurbier was part of the legendary Ajax FC team which was coached by Rinus Michels, one of the finest proponents of Total Football....
“I’m fully fit now. The two lads (Sandesh Jhingan and Nemanja Lakic-Pesic) have been brilliant at the back. I’m just looking now to obviously be more involved in the game. “I don’t think I will be playing in midfield anytime soon. The gaffer (Rene Meulensteen)has changed it around a little bit. Arata (Izumi) is a great player and has shown it in training every day. He is playing a more holding role....
Yes, the fact that the visitors played with 10-men for over 45 minutes surely helped Brown stroll his way. Deployed in the middle of the park in a defensive role alongside Siam Hanghal, the former Sunderland defender did well to spray passes across either sides of the field. He was quick to initiate attacks by spotting runs of Jackichand Singh and Chekiyot Vineeth. His defence splitting through-ball for Vineeth was one of the highlights in the first half....
In an interview given to Australian website The World Game, Paartalu said, “Once you’ve lived in India, there is nothing in life that can surprise you. Travelling to training, I see cows, goats, horses and wild dogs on the road and it’s totally normal. “Sometimes, when I arrive, there’s a cow at the entrance of our field. I’ve nicknamed him Bluey.” The midfielder’s potentially obnoxious comments are sure to have an impact on a section of Indian football fanatics....
The season four of the Indian Super League (ISL) got off to a glitzy start, albeit a bit over the top, in Kochi on Friday night with Bollywood stars Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif in attendance along with the likes of Sachin Tendulkar and Nita Ambani. However, the fare on offer after the referee blew his opening whistle was not so glamorous as the teams played out a stalemate in front of yet another packed house in the coastal city....
Skipper Henrique Sereno has now won the ISL in two consecutive seasons having clinched the title with ATK last year. “Yes, I got lucky. To win two times in a row is difficult. With my team-mates, everything was possible. All the guys are amazing. I’m very happy. “This year, we knew that our strength was the defence. We showed at in the final. For now, we have got to celebrate,” said the former FC Porto defender....
Back home in China, his selection was broadcast live on national TV as his family erupted in cheers in the BB&T Center. A crew from Chinese Central Television was in attendance to capture the moment. MORE: Best 1-2 picks in NHL Draft history | Oliver Kylington is found money for Flames at No. 60 “I don’t know, it feels like I’m a star already,” Song said. Born in Beijing, where he took up hockey at age 6, Song moved to Oakville, Ont....
The session behind closed doors came after Saturday's 3-0 road loss to the Los Angeles Kings. Captain John Tavares ordered the room locked. They stayed that way for 10 minutes, Newsday reported. Players were given a chance to speak their mind. "It was just guys talking, trying to talk some things out," Colin McDonald told Newsday. "We're just looking for anything to get us out of this." With a Board of Governors meeting beginning Monday in San Jose, it's possible Islanders brass will make changes....
