Nuno Espirito Santo chose not to dwell on his time with Wolves, with full focus on maintaining Nottingham Forest’s unbeaten start to the Premier League season when his former side visits the City Ground on Saturday.
Espirito Santo spent four years at the helm in the West Midlands, helping them win promotion to the Premier League during the 2017-18 season.
But full focus for the Forest head coach turns to league action following their EFL Cup exit to Newcastle United on penalties in midweek after their 1-0 win over Southampton five days ago.
However, with the transfer window slamming shut ahead this weekend’s round of action, Espirito Santo said he is keen to bolster his squad, but would not be doing so without careful consideration.
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Brazil has withdrawn its bid to host the 2023 Women s World Cup ahead of this month s vote.
The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced the decision in a statement on Monday, with the vote to decide the hosts to be held on June 25.
It leaves three bids remaining – Australia and New Zealand, Japan and Colombia.
Brazil said the current economic situation, fuelled by the coronavirus pandemic, was one of the reasons for its withdrawal.
It added that it would also be unfavoured due to hosting several big events in recent years, including the 2014 World Cup, 2016 Olympics and 2019 Copa America.
Thus, CBF decided to withdraw the Brazilian candidacy and support Colombia in the dispute for the host of the FIFA Women s World Cup 2023, the state…
United States winger Joe Gyau will miss the remainder of 2014 due to a knee injury, national coach Jurgen Klinsmann confirmed.
Gyau collected his second international cap against Ecuador on Friday, but hobbled off with a suspected sprained left knee.
The Borussia Dortmund midfielder initially told reporters the injury was not serious following the 1-1 draw in Connecticut, but Klinsmann revealed the 22-year-old will undergo surgery.
Its unfortunately not a little minor thing he is getting surgery back in Germany and he will be out probably until January, Klinsmann said.
Unfortunately that is the result of an MRI that was taken [in Florida], he flew over to Germany and their team doctors decided to have him undergo surgery so he will be out for quite a w…
Cody Gakpo is confident he can replicate the form he showed at Euro 2024 for Liverpool in the Premier League under the guidance of Arne Slot.
Gakpo, who shared the Golden Boot with five other players at the European Championships with three goals, has failed to nail down a starting spot since his move to Anfield last year.
The Dutchman scored 16 goals across 53 appearances in all competitions last season, eight of which came in the Premier League for the Reds.
However, his performances in Germany saw him star for Ronald Koeman s side.
Gakpo s display against Romania in the last 16 saw him become the first Dutch player to score and assist in a knockout-stage game at the tournament since Frank Rijkaard in the 1992 semi-final versus Denmark.
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This NFC South clash doesn’t have the allure that it used to. The New Orleans Saints still have a chance of reaching the playoffs but their season has been derailed by injury. The Carolina Panthers are a hot mess and Matt Rhule is firmly on the hot seat.
Be sure to read our NFL picks and predictions for the Carolina Panthers vs. New Orleans Saints.
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Week 14 brings us a marquee affair between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and San Francisco 49ers. The Bucs are coming off a big comeback win over the Saints last week, and the 49ers are feeling good as winners of their last five.
In my NFL player props for Buccaneers vs. 49ers, I’m backing a Bucs star receiver to get back in a groove and fading the 49ers’ passing offense.
Also, make sure to check out Ashley Anderson’s full Buccaneers vs. 49ers betting preview.
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The Jacksonville Jaguars will look to stop a freefall in the AFC following their third loss in a row last week as they hit the highway to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday with Trevor Lawrence questionable with a concussion.
Baker Mayfield is trying to lead the Bucs to a division title and has a great passing matchup this week, but with more passing comes more scramble opportunities, and with a 10-week low on his rushing total, should bettors be backing the veteran’s legs?
I break down the NFL Week 16 odds and offer my free NFL picks for Jaguars at Buccaneers on December 24.
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Understanding the impact of weather on NFL outcomes is Football Betting 101. Yet, many handicappers forget to look to the skies before placing their NFL picks each week.
Rain, wind, sun, and snow will rear their ugly heads throughout the 2024 NFL season, each carrying its own unique influence. Luckily for us, Week 1 usually catches a break from Mother Nature.
Of the 16 matchups on the board, only two games are currently drawing a forecast that could alter the outcomes as well as the NFL Week 1 odds.
And like I’ll be doing each week of the season, I break down this week’s weather and the angles bettors should keep in mind before kickoff. Here’s the NFL Weather report for Week 1.
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Claudio Ranieri is sure of a warm welcome as he returns to a King Power dugout for the first time since February 2017. But his aim will be to upset the home crowd by plotting a win for Watford, who will arrive flushed with confidence following last Saturday’s trouncing of Manchester United. Leicester, by contrast, have been rather fragile recently and were booed off after last week’s defeat by Chelsea, but Thursday’s encouraging win in the Europa League may have restored some belief. That defence still looks jittery, however, and Brendan Rodgers will be hoping Jonny Evans is fit enough to start. Paul Doyle
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The England forward Alessia Russo has become Arsenal’s third signing of the summer having completed her move from Manchester United. The 24-year-old had interest from clubs at home and abroad but a move to north London always looked most likely. It is the culmination of months of speculation.
With Russo’s contract running down, Arsenal were heavily linked with her last summer and continued their interest in January with a world-record bid of just under £500,000. It was rejected by United who were in a title race and attempting to secure Champions League football for the first time.
The Gunners’ persistence paid off, however, with the striker turning down renewed attempts to keep her in the north-west to sign …