Four positives in latest Premier League coronavirus tests

MANCHESTER, England (Reuters) - Four players tested positive for coronavirus in the latest batch of tests conducted by the English Premier League and announced on Wednesday.

Four Premier League players and staff test positive in latest coronavirus tests

A total of four Premier League players and staff from three clubs have tested positive for coronavirus in the latest round of testing, it has been confirmed

Coronavirus: Premier League confirms four positive tests

The latest round of coronavirus testing in the Premier League has revealed four positive results.

Premier League release statement as four people from three clubs test positive for COVID-19

The results from the latest round of tests carried out by the Premier League have been released

LeBron James joins athletes voicing outrage over death of unarmed black man after arrest

(Reuters) - LeBron James was among a number of high-profile athletes who took to social media to speak out on the death of an unarmed black man seen in a video lying face down in the street while a white police officer knelt on his neck for several minutes.

NRL takes centre stage as game returns with a Covid-19 era twist

The most anticipated rugby league restart since the end of the Super League era arrives with a new look and a hint of trepidation

Phil Mickelson wants annual 'Match' with likes of Stephen Curry, Michael Jordan

Phil Mickelson says he would like to see "The Match" become an annual event with stars such as Stephen Curry, Michael Jordan, Tony Romo and Patrick Mahomes taking part.

Phil Mickelson wants annual 'Match' with likes of Stephen Curry, Michael Jordan

Phil Mickelson says he would like to see "The Match" become an annual event with stars such as Stephen Curry, Michael Jordan, Tony Romo and Patrick Mahomes taking part.

Colby Covington, American Top Team gym part ways

Colby Covington told ESPN's Ariel Helwani that he has parted ways with the American Top Team gym after a tumultuous tenure.

Colby Covington, American Top Team gym part ways

Colby Covington told ESPN's Ariel Helwani that he has parted ways with the American Top Team gym after a tumultuous tenure.

Ianis Hagi turned down other clubs to sign long-term deal at Rangers

The midfielder scored three goals in 12 games after arriving from Belgium on loan earlier this year.

Ianis Hagi turned down other clubs to sign long-term deal at Rangers

The midfielder scored three goals in 12 games after arriving from Belgium on loan earlier this year.

Ianis Hagi turned down other clubs to sign long-term deal at Rangers

The midfielder scored three goals in 12 games after arriving from Belgium on loan earlier this year.

Hagi seals permanent switch to Rangers from Genk

‘There was interest from other clubs, but my priority was always to return to Glasgow and play for Rangers,’ said the Romanian youngster.

Rangers sign Hagi on permanent deal

Ianis Hagi, who scored three goals during a loan spell at Rangers, said he shunned interest from other clubs to sign a permanent deal.

RB Salzburg boss admits transfer mistake selling Takumi Minamino for cheap

Takumi Minamino joined Liverpool from Salzburg for just £7.25million in the January transfer window after the Reds triggered the Japan international's release clause

England captain Eoin Morgan doubts T20 World Cup will go ahead in October

The tournament is scheduled to start on October 18 until November 15 in Australia.

England captain Eoin Morgan doubts T20 World Cup will go ahead in October

The tournament is scheduled to start on October 18 until November 15 in Australia.

England captain Eoin Morgan doubts T20 World Cup will go ahead in October

The tournament is scheduled to start on October 18 until November 15 in Australia.

Mark Cuban proposes plan for NBA return that includes all teams, play-in tournament

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban is intent on maintaining the integrity of the season and that includes all 30 NBA teams returning to play. 

Andy Murray targets return on British soil at his brother Jamie Murray's event

He's set to make his long-awaited return from injury next month.

Barry Hearn issues World Snooker Championship warning: 'It's then or cancelled'

'There is no flexibility whatsoever'

Street Fighter 5 gets Season 5 with 5 new fighters and 3 new stages

Capcom has announced that support for Street Fighter 5 will continue, with another whole season of content and no sign of Street Fighter 6.

NHS beats Prince's record for longest residency at London's O2 Arena

Prince previously held the record for 21 nights, but the NHS training facility has taken over.

Odion Ighalo personally intervenes during Man Utd loan talks

Ighalo is due to return to Shanghai Shenhua at the end of this week.

Ninja is hosting a Fortnite tournament series on Mixer

Competitors can stream outside of Mixer, however

ITV The Chase viewers stunned by team's 'mess of a performance'

Coral was left to face the Chaser alone

Rohr’s Eagles contract extension thrills fans

’Tosin Oluwalowo Nigerian fans have hailed the extension of the contract of Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr, by the Nigeria Football Federation. NFF President, Amaju Pinnick, announced on his...

Contract extension: NFF demands AFCON title, World Cup qualification from Rohr

NFF has made clear what it expects from Gernot Rohr in the contract extension agreement handed to him. Rohr among other requirements is...

The Scottish Motor Racing Club returns to eSports thrills

Hot on the tyre tracks of some scorching eSports Spring Championship virtual racing, the SMRC are holding two summer competitions. You can find out all about them here.

Usha’s son Vignesh forges new path

A doctor, he now has an IOC certification in sports medicine

Mirabai Chanu recommended for Khel Ratna

The Indian Weightlifting Federation (IWLF) has nominated former World champion S. Mirabai Chanu for the Arjuna Award.Also read: All efforts will go waste if Games are cancelled, says Mirabai ChanuMira

Fortnite show Ninja Battles debuts on Mixer on May 28

Tyler “Ninja” Blevins today announced Ninja Battles featuring Fortnite, a new competitive gaming series, premiering May 28 on Microsoft's Mixer.

KSW returns with lightweight title unification fight on July 11 in Warsaw, Poland

KSW will get back to business starting on July 11 in Poland with a lightweight title unification bout in the main event.

Even if the Premier League season is completed, its value to broadcasters has dropped dramatically

Premier League clubs will meet on Thursday for their most detailed discussion yet about how the next couple of months will play out. Now that they’ve all agreed ‘contact-training’ can start, we’re within touching distance of the season getting up and running again. On the table is a start date, a tentative fixtures schedule, an update on venues, the dreaded prospect of ‘curtailment, what to do if that is forced upon them and then - if there’s time - a conversation about some of the innovations that could be introduced to sex-up games played in empty stadia. Finances will also be pored over. While huge losses to the Premier League’s clubs have been widely reported during this crisis, what has largely escaped attention is the damage suffered by the league’s broadcast partners - the most senior and long-standing of which is Sky.

NASCAR Cup race in Charlotte pushed back day because of rain

CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Rain washed out the Cup Series race Wednesday night at Charlotte Motor Speedway — a slight break for NASCAR teams taxed by a grueling return to...

National Women's Soccer League announces 25-game tournament in Utah

May 27 (UPI) -- The National Women's Soccer League announced formation of a 25-game tournament Wednesday. The Olympic-style competition will be played in June and July at three stadiums in Utah and air on CBS.

Tyler 'Ninja' Blevins 'Fortnite' tournament to start Thursday

May 27 (UPI) -- Tyler "Ninja" Blevins announced Wednesday that he will host a Fortnite gaming competition, The Hollywood Reporter reported. Ninja Battles Featuring Fortnite premieres Thursday on Microsoft's Mixer platform.

Liverpool among clubs to argue against paying €384m TV rebate

Premier League’s top six liable to have to pay back broadcasters more than €30m each

All Covid-19 tests at four League of Ireland clubs return negative

FAI confirm no positive cases as Bohemians, Dundalk, Derry City or Shamrock Rovers

West Brom star sends Leeds United a Championship title warning

Even now, during the lockdown, Albion and Leeds remain six and seven points clear respectively of third placed Fulham, with nine matches still pencilled in to play

Premier League confirm four new positive tests as Aston Villa return looms

Aston Villa news - Premier League reveal latest coronavirus test results

Aston Villa discover plans for beginning of 2020-21 season - reports

Aston Villa are still fighting to remain in the top flight, as things stand

'Kill any deal' - Liverpool fans are split over major Adama Traore transfer update

Wolves transfer news includes reaction to claims Jurgen Klopp 'personally telephoned' the winger

Eoin Morgan admits it will take time for Alex Hales to heal England wounds

Hales lost his squad berth in last year’s World Cup triumph after news broke that he had failed a second test for recreational drugs.

Eoin Morgan admits it will take time for Alex Hales to heal England wounds

Hales lost his squad berth in last year’s World Cup triumph after news broke that he had failed a second test for recreational drugs.

Canadian soccer phenom Alphonso Davies sprinting toward stardom with Bayern Munich

Since leaving Vancouver, the 19-year-old Davies has turned heads and won fans at left back for Bayern Munich

Felix Auger-Aliassime returning to court at Ultimate Tennis Showdown in June

The planned event will be held without spectators at the tennis academy of Patrick Mouratoglou, the coach of Serena Williams

Football: Ramsdale's positive test for COVID-19 'shook' Bournemouth, says Howe

Bournemouth goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale's positive test for COVID-19 after his return to training has left everyone at the Premier League club ...

Nottingham Forest sanction major transfer ahead of Championship restart - reports

Nottingham Forest news: According to reports loan goalkeeper Aro Muric has been sent back to Manchester City and will play no further part in the 2019-20 campaign for the Reds

Rangers sign Ianis Hagi from Genk as attacking midfielder makes permanent transfer

RANGERS have signed Ianis Hagi on a permanent deal from Genk. The Romania international joined Steven Gerrard’s side on loan in January with an option to buy. Hagi impressed for the Light Blu…

A's soil 'lovable underdog' image, undermine future by not paying minor leaguers

Oakland turned its back on its players this week.

Empty Japan stadiums could soon hear the sound of app-lause

A new Japanese smartphone app will allow fans to send virtual cheers and jeers to sports stadiums in the hope of creating atmosphere at matches played behind closed doors due to coronavirus.

Players call MLB economic proposal `extremely disappointing'

A rookie at the major league minimum would keep about 47% of his original salary this year while multimillionaire stars Mike Trout and Gerrit Cole would lose more than 77% under a sliding-scale proposal by big league teams that players found "extremely disappointing."

Revealed: Plymouth Argyle's new home kit for the 2020/21 season

The Pilgrims' strip will be available online from Thursday

Uncertainty over next chairman as ICC denies T20 World Cup is postponed

Shashank Manohar is prepared to stay on as International Cricket Council chairman to oversee a "smooth transition" to a new leader.

Springbok Rugby World Cup winner Cheslin Kolbe’s Toulouse club take Covid-19 salary cut

South African Rugby World Cup winner Cheslin Kolbe's Toulouse have announced their squad will take a pay cut of up to 15% for next season.

Steyn v Anderson: How Jimmy always benefited

England’s far greater volume of Test cricket hugely helped James Anderson in his statistical battle with Dale Steyn, reminds Rob Houwing.

It’s official! NSAC approves UFC return to Las Vegas on May 30

UFC on ESPN 9 and UFC 250 have been cleared by NSAC, paving the way for the May 30 and June 6 fight cards (sans crowd) in "Sin City."

NWSL announces plan to return to action with 25-game tournament in June

The first American sports league to return to play in 2020 will be the National Women's Soccer League.

Blue Jackets to face Maple Leafs in NHL’s 24-team playoff format, if play resumes

The NHL will abandon the rest of the regular season and go straight into the playoffs with 24 teams instead of 16 — if it is able to resume play.

NFL clarifies proposal for rule allowing alternative to onside kicks

The NFL has clarified the rules proposal for an alternative to an onside kick, a fourth-and-15 scrimmage play from the 25-yard line of the team kicking off.

Father's mind is blown when he learns he is going to have triplets

In this video we see a woman hand her husband a folder with her pregnancy ultrasound results. The husband is in their car with his smiling adorable baby son in his lap. As the husband goes through …

Basketball Vols among highest ranked SEC team in preseason poll

Vols ranked 12th in the updated CBSSports.com pre-season poll.

Bad news for Chelsea as summer target signs for PSG

Porto and PSG have just agreed terms on a deal

5 Barcelona players with a point to prove ahead of La Liga restart

Barcelona's superstars have not met expectations in the recent past.

PUBG Mobile: Villager Esports QUME Bitcoin Cup Finals Day 1 results and overall standings

Fnatic tops the leaderboard with 72 points and 36 Kills in QUME Bitcoin Cup 2020

Mario Kart Tour adds Dixie Kong to the roster

Nintendo has been working diligently on Mario Kart Tour adding new features and new characters to try to win back users. Today, the company announced that the iconic Dixie Kong from the Donkey Kong…

Some Everton fans erupt over links with £25m ace, other Premier League sides reportedly want him

A number of Everton fans have taken to Twitter to comment on the report linking the Toffees with AC Milan midfielder Franck Kessie, a player also said to be on the radar of Arsenal, Newcastle United and Wolverhampton Wanderers. According to Tuttomercatoweb, there has been contact from Carlo Ancelotti’s Everton – who are said to […]Everton fans comment on the report linking the Toffees with Franck Kessie, a player also linked with Arsenal, Newcastle United and Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Liverpool fans react as club reportedly interested in signing Thomas Meunier

Liverpool are reportedly interested in signing Paris Saint-Germain right-back Thomas Meunier this summer as the defender looks set to see his contract expire in June – and Reds fans have responded on Twitter. Meunier, 28, is set to see his contract end in just over a month’s time and with the French campaign already being […]Liverpool supporters want club to complete reported move for Thomas Meunier, but they will have to nudge Tottenham side to do so.

Colin Cowherd Says Baker Mayfield ‘Will Be A Playoff QB’ This Year

Of all the QBs who played in the 2019 NFL season, none got as much criticism from Colin Cowherd as Baker Mayfield did.

Analyst Names 2 Teams As ‘Sleepers’ In SEC

Bud Elliott of 247Sports named his sleeper teams for the SEC East and West heading into the 2020 college football season.

‘Bang – one punch. Gone’ - The time Robbie Keane floored Edgar Davids in training

Ex Tottenham midfielder Jamie O’Hara has recalled the time former Republic of Ireland captain Robbie Keane floored new signing Edgar Davids with a punch in...

Ex-Harlequins centre tells secret behind 2012 Premiership success

Jordan Turner-Hall has been remembering the day Harlequins toppled Leicester in 2012 to win their first Premiership crown. 

Watford netminder Gomes not in favour of Premier League return

Watford goalkeeper Heurelho Gomes believes that the Premier League should only return to action w...

Pelech, Cizikas ready to go once the NHL's phase 2 restart begins

Adam Pelech and Casey Cizikas will be good to go once players resume workouts at team facilities, Islanders general manager Lou Lamoriello said on Wednesday. The news comes a day after the NHL anno…

Provisional European F1 calendar leaked; publication expected on Monday

In all probability there will be two Grands Prix of Great Britain in 2020. Formula 1 is scheduled to race the first two weekends of August at the Silverstone circuit. The condition is still that the British government relaxes the quarantine restrictions, but there is good hope for that.

Chad Johnson Trains With Antonio Brown, Stefon Diggs, & Dwayne Haskins (PICS)

(Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images) Antonio Brown still remains a free agent since his release during the 2019 season after…

Adrian Peterson expresses discontent over Trent Williams trade

Redskins veteran running back Adrian Peterson is none too pleased about the team’s biggest departure this offseason. Like any savvy veteran back, AP knows that his talents and skill set are i…

Ravens CB Marlon Humphrey Goes Viral After Running Up Gravel Mountain For His Workout (VIDEO)

The coronavirus has made athletes all over the world have to come up with different ways to keep themselves in…

'I wouldn't have been a name that leapt off the page for Irish fans'

Will Addison recently signed a new two-year deal to keep him with Ulster.

Serie A to learn season's fate in meeting with Italian government tomorrow

It is expected that the resumption of action will be greenlit, but Italy boss Roberto Mancini is among those who hopes otherwise.

The story behind the fan Twitter vote 'to decide' a Scottish club goalkeeper's fate

It’s all for a good cause.

It would be pretty strange to receive any trophy without fans: Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson

Liverpool were 25 points clear of 2019 champions Manchester City and on the verge of their first English top-flight crown for 30 years

'Country has lost one of her gems': Aamir Khan mourns demise of legendary hockey player Balbir Singh

Far Cry 5 is free for the weekend on the PC platform

Ubisoft has announced that the fifth main instalment in the Far Cry series, Far Cry 5, will be available to play for free this weekend to players all over the globe on the PC platform.

Man City evening headlines as Mendy makes vow fans will love and centre-back experiment explained

Here are the Manchester City evening headlines on Wednesday, May 27 as Benjamin Mendy makes fans a promise.

Manchester United evening headlines as Ighalo pleads for United stay and vote result confirmed

Here are the Manchester United evening headlines on Wednesday, May 27 including the latest on Odion Ighalo and the Premier League.

Gary Neville makes Paul Pogba Manchester United prediction

Paul Pogba should be available for Man United when the season gets back underway.

Lionel Messi feels 'weird' thinking about playing La Liga matches behind closed doors

Sportskoallen, sauna’s en kasino’s faaks al op 1 july iepen

Sportskoallen, sauna’s, kasino’s en sportkantines kinne mooglik op 1 july al iepen. Dat is woansdeitemiddei besletten yn it koroanakrisisberied fan it kabinet. “Mar allinnich as t…

Irish star Amber Barrett ready for relegation battle as women's Bundesliga returns

Having spent several weeks holed up in isolation in Germany, Irish striker Amber Barrett is eager to help FC Cologne reignite their battle against relegation when action in the Frauen-Bundesliga resumes on Friday.

Cummins throws weight behind IPL in October if T20 WC is postponed

Cummins throws weight behind IPL in October if T20 WC is postponed: Star Australia pacer Pat Cummins said on Wednesday that the Indian Premier League (IPL) would be a

BWF explains revamped 2020 calendar after players' criticism

BWF explains revamped 2020 calendar after players' criticism: The Badminton World Federation (BWF) strongly defended their revamped calendar for the 2020 season after it came under intense .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Arsenal Women fined £50,000 by Football Association after being found guilty of discrimination against former youth team coach

Arsenal Women FC have been fined £50,000 ($61,100) by the Football Association after being found guilty of discrimination against a former youth team coach in 2014.

TY vs CHT Dream11 Prediction : Taiyuan Vs Chunghua Telecom Best Dream 11 team for WSBL 2020 Match

TY Vs CHT Dream11 Team Overview, Match Centre And Probable Playing 5: Second place thrown wide open after Taiyuan suffer a stunning defeat yesterday.From cantering their way into second place to suffering a stunning defeat to Taipower yesterday. The set of events unravelling on Tuesday perfectly summed up Taiyuan’s sortie in the ongoing edition of WSBL with inconsistency perfectly encapsulating the side’s current sojourn.After enduring a lacklustre start to the 2020 season to punching above their weight to make massive strides and occupy second place, Taiyuan are back at doing what they do best. The club has stuttered its way to three defeats in its last five clashes, results which leave them precariously clutching at the barest of straws at the moment. And the biggest predicament for the outfit was its 64-59 defeat to bottom placed Taipower yesterday. Tasting defeat against a side which has offered nothing at all this season stood in extremely horrendous light for Taiyuan, a result which shambolically exposed…

SI vs TP Dream11 Prediction : SI Vs TP Dream11 Team San Isidro Vs Tipitapa Best Dream 11 Team for Quarter-Final 3 of Nicaragua Torneo Carlos Ulloa 2019-20

SI Vs TP Dream11 Team Overview, Match Centre And Probable Playing 5: League leaders San Isidro emerge as outright favourites in today’s quarter-finals.   They were piquant and untouchable in the league stage encounters of the Torneo Carlos Ulloa, showing a rich vein of form to sit atop of the points tally. Defeated just once in 19 games, the side showed why they are considered overwhelming favourites for the prestigious title in their two game series against NicaruguaU16 as well.A comprehensive 71-42 win in their foregone encounter saw the side seal a 2-0 win over Nicaragua U16 to extend their winning spree to seven games on the spin now. The side has been in complete control across the course of the season, stamping its authority with well-rounded and complete showings across the course of the season. And they look set to continue their reign over the league today as well when the side takes to the court for the third quarter-final. They are up against 7th placed Tipitapa, a side which although raked up a 2…

TP vs CA Dream11 Prediction : Taipower Vs Cathay Life Best Dream 11 Team for WSBL 2020

TP Vs CA Dream11 Team Overview, Match Centre And Probable Playing 5: First and fourth face off against each other in an already predetermined encounter Even before Taipower and Cathay Life take to the court today, the winner is determined from today’s forthcoming outing. This is going to be a gallop for league leaders Cathay, a fixture where they end up registering their 11th successive win in the 2020 instalment of the WSBL.Reminiscent to the foregone edition of the league, this season has once again been all about Cathay Life. Akin to last year, the side holds a 100% winning record in the marquee league this time around as well with the side mustering up its 10th win in 10 games yesterday after downing Telecom 94-69 yesterday. Where nothing has changed for Cathay for the good, unfortunately for Taipower, things have failed to improve for the worse. With a mere two wins in 10 games, the side remains slumped in last spot with the turn of the year failing to bring with it solace and jubilant news for the side…

Pitso Reveals His Solution To Lockdown Football

South Africa will move to level 3 of the nationwide lockdown next month and a decision about the 2019/20 season is expected to be communicated in the coming weeks.

Empty stadiums will ring with applause of fans now with an app to send cheers to your favourite team

Instrument maker Yamaha said its remote cheering system will let users tap buttons to deliver cheers—or boos—via speakers inside grounds.

Shuttlers to keep Tokyo Olympic badminton ranking points earned before shutdown

Shuttlers will keep ranking points they earned during the original Olympic qualification period before the novel coronavirus pandemic forced the Tokyo Games to be postponed, the Badminton World Federation said on Wednesday. The All England Open, played from March 11-15, was the final event to count towards Olympic qualification before…

Vettel to retire or take sabbatical, Carlos will not be a subservient No.2 at Ferrari, says Karun Chandhok

Formula 1 expert and former racer Karun Chandhok sees four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel taking either a sabbatical next year or walk into retirement after finding himself without a drive for

Dallas Goedert named the Philadelphia Eagles most underrated player ahead of the 2020 NFL season

Dallas Goedert is one of the young stars in the NFL but the Eagles stud tight end apparently still isn’t getting the total recognition he deserves.

Mbappe On Ronaldo & Ballon d'Or

Kylian Mbappe, whom many expect to one day take the reins at the top of world football from Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, has revealed that he does not lose any sleep over the Ballon d'Or, and why he wants to emulate the Juventus superstar.

IPL would be a great fit if T20 World Cup is delayed: Cummins

Australia's premier pacer Pat Cummins on Wednesday said that the Indian Premier League would be a "great fit" for the October window if the T20 World Cup is postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Pakistan won’t support any move where IPL is given preference over T20 World Cup, says PCB official

International Cricket Council meetings will begin on Thursday to discuss the fate of the T20 World Cup.