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Queen honors Marcus Rashford for child food poverty campaign

LONDON (AP) — Manchester United player Marcus Rashford has been honored by Queen Elizabeth II for a
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Queen honors Marcus Rashford for child food poverty campaign

LONDON (AP) — Manchester United player Marcus Rashford has been honored by Queen Elizabeth II for a
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Premier League goes pay-per-view with games closed for fans

LONDON (AP) — The Premier League is going pay-per-view in Britain for the first time in 13 years to broadcast some of the matches fans cannot attend due to the pandemic and to raise additional revenue for clubs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Calvert-Lewin leads trio of 1st-time England scorers v Wales

LONDON (AP) — Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Danny Ings and Conor Coady scored their first England goals in a 3-0 victory over Wales in a friendly on Thursday when international football returned to Wembley after 11 months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Calvert-Lewin leads trio of 1st-time England scorers v Wales

LONDON (AP) — Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Danny Ings and Conor Coady scored their first England goals in a 3-0 victory over Wales in a friendly on Thursday when international football returned to Wembley after 11 months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man United signs Cavani, Arsenal adds Partey on deadline day

Manchester United's search for a striker ended with the signing of veteran free agent striker Edinson Cavani, while Arsenal secured midfielder Thomas Partey from Atlético Madrid before the summer transfer window closed on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man United signs Cavani, Arsenal adds Partey on deadline day

Manchester United's search for a striker ended with the signing of veteran free agent striker Edinson Cavani, while Arsenal secured midfielder Thomas Partey from Atlético Madrid before the summer transfer window closed on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Tottenham humiliates Man United with 6-1 Premier League win

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — If anyone knows about setbacks as a Manchester United manager it's Jose Mourinho.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man U lets in 6, Liverpool concedes 7 in incredible EPL day

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — English football's biggest teams have never experienced a day like it. Liverpool and Manchester United were both comprehensively humiliated by defeats Sunday that rank among the heaviest in their history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man U lets in 6, Liverpool concedes 7 in incredible EPL day

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — English football's biggest teams have never experienced a day like it. Liverpool and Manchester United were both comprehensively humiliated by defeats Sunday that rank among the heaviest in their history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

AP Source: Man United to sign defender Telles from Porto

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United has agreed to a deal in principle with Porto to sign defender Alex Telles, a person familiar with the move said ahead of the transfer window closing on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Tottenham humiliates Man United with 6-1 Premier League win

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — If anyone knows about setbacks as a Manchester United manager it's Jose Mourinho.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Morgan awaits debut but Mewis, Heath make impact in England

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Alex Morgan's wait to regain fitness for her Tottenham debut goes on. The other American imports are already making an impact in the Women's Super League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Alex Morgan not fit enough to make Tottenham debut yet

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Alex Morgan's Tottenham debut has been delayed as she returns to action following pregnancy, with the American forward not fit enough to make the bench at Manchester City on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man City slips further behind leader Everton with Leeds draw

When the final whistle blew at a rain-swept Elland Road, with the managers soaked from head to toe, Marcelo Bielsa went over to Pep Guardiola and placed both hands on his shoulders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man City slips further behind leader Everton with Leeds draw

When the final whistle blew at a rain-swept Elland Road, with the managers soaked from head to toe, Marcelo Bielsa went over to Pep Guardiola and placed both hands on his shoulders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Alex Morgan leaving tea-cup celebrations to Spurs teammates

It took Alex Morgan a moment to wonder what all the laughter was about after a penalty was scored during a Tottenham training session.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Alex Morgan leaving tea-cup celebrations to Spurs teammates

It took Alex Morgan a moment to wonder what all the laughter was about after a penalty was scored during a Tottenham training session.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Southgate to rehabilitate Greenwood, Foden after England cut

England coach Gareth Southgate is focusing on rehabilitation as much as punishment for Mason Greenwood and Phil Foden.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Premier League asking for changes to football's handball law

LONDON (AP) — The Premier League is asking football’s lawmakers to allow more flexibility and leniency for referees assessing handballs after being told by players and managers that the current regulations are too harsh.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Premier League asking for changes to football's handball law

LONDON (AP) — The Premier League is asking football’s lawmakers to allow more flexibility and leniency for referees assessing handballs after being told by players and managers that the current regulations are too harsh.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Mourinho gets better of Lampard as Spurs beat Chelsea in Cup

LONDON (AP) — Jose Mourinho had just completed his third and final Tottenham substitution when Eric Dier sprinted off the field past him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Mourinho gets better of Lampard as Spurs beat Chelsea in Cup

LONDON (AP) — Jose Mourinho had just completed his third and final Tottenham substitution when Eric Dier sprinted off the field past him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Premier League yet to agree bailout for lower league clubs

LONDON (AP) — Premier League clubs are yet to agree to a financial bailout for England's lower-division clubs, who are struggling to cope with games being played without fans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Premier League asked by government to help struggling clubs

LONDON (AP) — The British government increased the pressure on the Premier League on Sunday to provide financial assistance for football clubs struggling financially in lower divisions, with supporters still not allowed into stadiums.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

EPL clubs see duty to help struggling lower-level sides

LONDON (AP) — Chelsea has spent more than any other English Premier League team in a summer transfer window at well over $300 million. Manchester United and Tottenham are among other sides looking to spend more on reinforcements before the window shuts in a couple of weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Christen Press honors Kobe Bryant with Man United 24 jersey

LONDON (AP) — With her usual No. 23 jersey already claimed, Christen Press had a decision to make when she joined Manchester United.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man United recruit Heath eager to play at Old Trafford again

LONDON (AP) — Stepping back inside Old Trafford this week took Tobin Heath back eight years, to one of the wildest Olympic soccer matches ever played.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

EPL warns of devastating effect of delay reopening stadiums

LONDON (AP) — Even the world's richest soccer league is worried that it can't function as normal much longer without fans in the stands.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Son nets 4 as Spurs triumph; Mane double in Liverpool win

LONDON (AP) — No fans but no shortage of goals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Mane double gives Liverpool 2-0 victory over 10-man Chelsea

LONDON (AP) — More than $250 million spent trying to catch Liverpool, and Chelsea is still far from the level of the Premier League champions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

55 goals hard to match as Lewandowski expects more rotation

Robert Lewandowski was briefly flummoxed by the question. Who does he rate as the best strikers in world football?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Bale's agent in talks with Tottenham over return from Madrid

Out of favor at Real Madrid, Gareth Bale is hoping to secure a return to Premier League club Tottenham to revitalize his career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Bale's agent in talks with Tottenham over return from Madrid

Out of favor at Real Madrid, Gareth Bale is hoping to secure a return to Premier League club Tottenham to revitalize his career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Mourinho woe, Ancelotti joy: Everton opens with win at Spurs

LONDON (AP) — Twenty years into his managerial career, Jose Mourinho recorded an unwelcome first on Sunday: Making a losing start to a league season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Calvert-Lewin nets, James shines as Everton beats Tottenham

LONDON (AP) — Dominic Calvert-Lewin produced the goal and James Rodriguez provided the spark on his debut as Everton opened its Premier League season with a 1-0 win at Tottenham on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Brazilians Willian, Gabriel deliver on debuts in Arsenal win

LONDON (AP) — Opening day glory for Arsenal, and with Brazilian duo Willian and Gabriel instantly making a difference on their debuts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

New season, still no fans: PL asks government to let them in

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Much to the Premier League's dismay, the new season will start on Saturday just as the last one finished only 48 days earlier — in empty stadiums.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

EPL denies Newcastle's claim Saudi-led takeover was rejected

LONDON (AP) — The English Premier League has contested Newcastle’s assertion that a Saudi-led takeover of the club had been rejected, saying on Thursday it could still proceed if further information on the proposed new owners is provided.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

EPL denies Newcastle's claim Saudi-led takeover was rejected

LONDON (AP) — The English Premier League has contested Newcastle’s assertion that a Saudi-led takeover of the club had been rejected, saying on Thursday it could still proceed if further information on the proposed new owners is provided.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Newcastle accuses EPL of inappropriately rejecting Saudi bid

Newcastle has accused the Premier League's leadership of acting inappropriately in rejecting a takeover bid involving a Saudi Arabian sovereign wealth fund and said it would be considering “all relevant options available."
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Newcastle accuses EPL of inappropriately rejecting Saudi bid

Newcastle has accused the Premier League's leadership of acting inappropriately in rejecting a takeover bid involving a Saudi Arabian sovereign wealth fund and said it would be considering “all relevant options available."
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Radrizzani replaces chaos with caution on Leeds' EPL return

Andrea Radrizzani is trying to redefine what “Doing a Leeds” means.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

England drops Foden, Greenwood for COVID-19 rule breaches

England players Phil Foden and Mason Greenwood were fined by Icelandic authorities and dropped from the squad on Monday for breaching coronavirus rules in Reykjavik after making their international debuts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Chelsea beats Man City 2-0 in women's Community Shield

LONDON (AP) — Millie Bright's dipping strike helped to clinch the Community Shield for Chelsea with a 2-0 victory over Manchester City on Saturday when women's football resumed in England after a six-month, pandemic-enforced absence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Harry Maguire withdrawn from England squad after conviction

LONDON (AP) — Harry Maguire was withdrawn from the England squad Tuesday by coach Gareth Southgate following his conviction for assault at a trial in Greece, hours after being selected for two upcoming matches.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

UEFA 'ready to adapt' Euros again if pandemic forces changes

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Having only just handed out the European Cup — three months later than planned — UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin is watching anxiously as the new season is already being disrupted by coronavirus cases.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

UEFA president 'not happy' with Man City overturning ban

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin said he was “not happy” that Manchester City's two-year ban from European competitions was overturned, but the governing body does not plan to appeal against the decision at the Swiss federal court.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

New carbon-plate boots give speed boost at Champions League

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Designed after deconstructing track spikes, new lightweight soccer boots featuring carbon-fiber plates have been giving players a speedy edge at the Champions League finals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Longest season ends with Bayern beating PSG for 6th Euro Cup

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Breaking the silence beating a drum, his Bayern Munich jersey replaced by a "Champions of Europe" T-shirt, Joshua Kimmich wanted to savor the scene of glory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Longest season ends with Bayern beating PSG for 6th Euro Cup

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Breaking the silence beating a drum, his Bayern Munich jersey replaced by a "Champions of Europe" T-shirt, Joshua Kimmich wanted to savor the scene of glory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Bayern celebrates CL title in darkness after beating PSG

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Beating a drum, his Bayern Munich jersey replaced by a "Champions of Europe" T-shirt, Joshua Kimmich wanted to savor the scene of glory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Bayern beats Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 to win 6th European Cup

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Kingsley Coman headed Bayern Munich to a sixth Champions League title on Sunday, scoring against boyhood club Paris Saint-Germain to seal a 1-0 victory in the first final to be played without fans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

New carbon-plate boots give speed boost at Champions League

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Designed after deconstructing track spikes, new lightweight soccer boots featuring carbon-fiber plates have been giving players a speedy edge at the Champions League finals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Shadows over Qatar's sporting project as PSG plays CL final

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — An Élysée Palace lunch a decade ago deepened the sports business bonds between Qatar and France ahead of the takeover of Paris Saint-Germain. Now the $1 billion-plus invested in the club could finally lead to European football's biggest prize being collected on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

New carbon-plate boots give speed boost at Champions League

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Designed after deconstructing track spikes, new lightweight soccer boots featuring carbon-fiber plates have been giving players a speedy edge at the Champions League finals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

425 days later, Champions League ends with PSG-Bayern final

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — After an unprecedented suspension of the competition, pandemic-enforced changes to the format and a switch of location for the final, the Champions League will conclude on Sunday — 425 days after the first game was played.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

AP Interview: Leeds owner on Bielsa's stress, one-year deals

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — In the two years since hiring Marcelo Bielsa, Leeds owner Andrea Radrizzani has gained a unique perspective on football from one of the game's most enigmatic managers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Bayern beats Lyon 3-0, to play PSG in Champions League final

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — The Champions League final will finally be a meeting of champions again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Lyon's youth takes on experience of Bayern in CL semifinal

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Having already eliminated Juventus and Manchester City, the task of overcoming the final hurdle to reach a first Champions League final suddenly seems less daunting for Lyon.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

France vs Germany semis mark Champions League power shift

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Emmanuel Macron was quick to appropriate France's unexpected Champions League prowess for political purposes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Lyon stuns Man City 3-1 to reach Champions League semifinals

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Gabriel Jesus was crouching on the field and crying. Not even the Manchester City jersey covering his face could mask the agony.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Lyon stuns Man City 3-1 to reach Champions League semifinals

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Gabriel Jesus was crouching on the field and crying. Not even the Manchester City jersey covering his face could mask the agony.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Sadness to surreal: The biggest day in Tyler Adams' career

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — A day that ended with Tyler Adams producing the biggest moment in Leipzig’s history — and his own young career — started in disappointment.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

'Rock bottom': Barca reeling after 8-2 humiliation by Bayern

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — The postmortem from Gerard Piqué was as brutal as the humiliation dished to Barcelona by Bayern Munich.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

'Rock bottom': Barca reeling after 8-2 humiliation by Bayern

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — The postmortem from Gerard Piqué was as brutal as the humiliation dished to Barcelona by Bayern Munich.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Sadness to surreal: The biggest day in Tyler Adams' career

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — A day that ended with Tyler Adams producing the biggest moment in Leipzig’s history — and his own young career — started in disappointment.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Neymar inspires late PSG recovery vs Atalanta to reach semis

LISBON (AP) — Through so many exasperating moments in front of goal — too many for the world's most expensive footballer — Neymar persevered, determined to rescue Paris Saint-Germain.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Neymar inspires late PSG recovery vs Atalanta to reach semis

LISBON (AP) — Through so many exasperating moments in front of goal — too many for the world's most expensive footballer — Neymar persevered, determined to rescue Paris Saint-Germain.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

PSG stages late comeback to oust Atalanta, reach CL semis

LISBON (AP) — After a night of frustrating misses, Neymar finally found a way to come through for Paris Saint-Germain.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Analysis: Last 8 shows why Champions League worth protecting

LISBON (AP) — Eight European teams in one country to determine who collects the biggest prize in club football.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

FIFA damage 'irreversible' over investigation into Infantino

With Gianni Infantino's running of world football being examined by a Swiss special prosecutor, FIFA's hopes of shedding the image of scandal have been derailed by its president's secret meetings with authorities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

FIFA: Infantino not reckless for taking no notes at AG talks

FIFA President Gianni Infantino was not acting criminally by taking no notes during secret talks with Switzerland's attorney general that are now part of a criminal investigation into the head of world football, a senior official at the governing body said Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

FIFA to AP: Infantino should remain president during probe

LONDON (AP) — Gianni Infantino can remain FIFA president and should not be forced from power while under criminal investigation, world football's governing body told The Associated Press on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Aubameyang goals clinch FA Cup for Arsenal, beating Chelsea

LONDON (AP) — The only time Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang looked uncertain was when it came to collecting the FA Cup.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Pulisic pain: Injury after scoring in first FA Cup final

LONDON (AP) — A dream scoring start to his first FA Cup final ended in agony for Christian Pulisic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

FIFA to AP: Infantino should remain president during probe

LONDON (AP) — Gianni Infantino can remain FIFA president and should not be forced from power while under criminal investigation, world football's governing body told The Associated Press on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Aubameyang goals clinch FA Cup for Arsenal, beating Chelsea

LONDON (AP) — The only time Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang looked uncertain was when it came to collecting the FA Cup.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Aubameyang double clinches FA Cup for Arsenal

LONDON (AP) — Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang clinched a record-extending 14th FA Cup for Arsenal on Saturday, scoring twice in a 2-1 victory against Chelsea at an empty Wembley Stadium.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Pulisic the 1st American man to score in an FA Cup final

LONDON (AP) — Christian Pulisic has become the first American man to score in an FA Cup final.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Chelsea's Pulisic the 1st American scorer in an FA Cup final

LONDON (AP) — Christian Pulisic has become the first American to score in an FA Cup final.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Irish Cup final will see fans return to a UK soccer stadium

Unable to drink beer but back chanting in a stadium again, supporters will attend competitive soccer in Britain on Friday for the first time since the country's coronavirus lockdown four months ago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Saudis' Newcastle bid ends after piracy, human rights issues

Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund withdrew its bid to buy English Premier League club Newcastle on Thursday after the process was stalled by concerns about piracy by the kingdom and human rights complaints.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Saudis' Newcastle bid ends after piracy, human rights issues

Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund withdrew its bid to buy English Premier League club Newcastle on Thursday after the process was stalled by concerns about piracy by the kingdom and human rights complaints.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Irish Cup final will see fans return to a UK soccer stadium

Unable to drink beer but back chanting in a stadium again, supporters will attend competitive soccer in Britain on Friday for the first time since the country's coronavirus lockdown four months ago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Boateng recounts pain of racist abuse to Bayern teammates

For weeks Bayern Munich players had been showing solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement at games when Jerome Boateng was approached by teammates for a deeper conversation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Boateng recounts pain of racist abuse to Bayern teammates

For weeks Bayern Munich players had been showing solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement at games when Jerome Boateng was approached by teammates for a deeper conversation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

CAS condemns Man City for conduct while overturning Euro ban

Manchester City was “strongly condemned” by a Court of Arbitration for Sport panel for obstructing the investigation into its finances that led to the club being fined €10 million ($12 million).
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man City 'strongly condemned' for obstructing case by court

Manchester City was “strongly condemned” by a Court of Arbitration for Sport panel for obstructing the investigation into its finances that led to the club being fined €10 million ($12 million).
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Longest season ends, pandemic issues linger for the EPL

Once the final whistle blew on the longest English Premier League, 352 days after it began, there was a sense of relief and grief for Dean Smith.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

EPL's longest season ends, pandemic issues linger for clubs

Once the final whistle blew on the Premier League’s longest season, 352 days after it began, there was a sense of relief and grief for Dean Smith.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Fernandes caps Man U revival with CL spot, denying Leicester

LEICESTER, England (AP) — Six months ago, when the coronavirus outbreak was a distant concern for English football, some things seemed more certain in the Premier League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

EPL's longest season ends, pandemic issues linger for clubs

Once the final whistle blew on the Premier League’s longest season, 352 days after it began, there was a sense of relief and grief for Dean Smith.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Fernandes caps Man U revival with CL spot, denying Leicester

LEICESTER, England (AP) — Six months ago, when the coronavirus outbreak was a distant concern for English football, some things seemed more certain in the Premier League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man United qualifies for Champions League, denies Leicester

LEICESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United will return to the Champions League at the expense of Leicester after winning 2-0 at the King Power Stadium on the final day of the Premier League season on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

$250M+ at stake for teams fighting relegation in EPL finale

The anguish of Leeds and Nottingham Forest provides a reminder of just what is at stake on the final day of the English Premier League for the teams fighting relegation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Prized seat at pandemic-era games as longest EPL season ends

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Long after the English Premier League trophy was handed out inside Anfield, Liverpool fans were still clambering onto the gates after midnight, setting off flares that filled the sky with a red haze.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

$250M+ at stake for teams fighting relegation in EPL finale

The anguish of Leeds and Nottingham Forest provides a reminder of just what is at stake on the final day of the English Premier League for the teams fighting relegation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Prized seat at pandemic-era games as longest EPL season ends

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Long after the English Premier League trophy was handed out inside Anfield, Liverpool fans were still clambering onto the gates after midnight, setting off flares that filled the sky with a red haze.
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Sane says he won't suffer if City lifts Euro Cup without him

In a season shaken up by the pandemic, Leroy Sane took the decision to prioritize the next one.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool beats Chelsea 5-3 before collecting PL trophy

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Fireworks on and off the field at Anfield.
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3 teams to chase 2 Champions League spots on EPL's final day

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Chelsea was too charitable as Anfield title party guests.
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Liverpool players receive Premier League trophy on Kop

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Standing on the Kop that should have been filled with Liverpool's most ardent supporters, Jordan Henderson did what no captain of the team had done before: Lift the Premier League trophy.
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3 teams to chase 2 Champions League spots on EPL's final day

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Chelsea was too charitable as Anfield title party guests.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool players receive Premier League trophy on Kop

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Standing on the Kop that should have been filled with Liverpool's most ardent supporters, Jordan Henderson did what no captain of the team had done before: Lift the Premier League trophy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool beats Chelsea 5-3 before collecting PL trophy

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Fireworks on and off the field at Anfield.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

2 England Champions League places left open until final day

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Chelsea was too hospitable as Anfield title party guests.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

4-0 rout by Man City deepens Watford's relegation concerns

WATFORD, England (AP) — As the ball rolled past him and Manchester City's score racked up, goalkeeper Ben Foster increasingly feared for Watford's Premier League survival.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

4-0 rout by Man City deepens Watford's relegation concerns

WATFORD, England (AP) — As the ball rolled past him and Manchester City's score racked up, goalkeeper Ben Foster increasingly feared for Watford's Premier League survival.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Arteta outwits Guardiola: Arsenal beats City to reach final

LONDON (AP) — Seven months after leaving Pep Guardiola's side, Mikel Arteta outwitted his mentor to ensure his first season as Arsenal manager will end with an FA Cup final.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

De Gea mistakes see Chelsea beat Man U to reach FA Cup final

LONDON (AP) — At least David De Gea was spared having a crowd inside Wembley to witness his latest mistakes in the Manchester United goal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man United's Bailly taken to hospital after clash of heads

LONDON (AP) — Manchester United defender Eric Bailly was taken to the hospital after a second clash of heads during Sunday's FA Cup semifinal loss to Chelsea.
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De Gea mistakes see Chelsea beat Man U to reach FA Cup final

LONDON (AP) — At least David De Gea was spared having a crowd inside Wembley to witness his latest mistakes in the Manchester United goal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man United's Bailly taken to hospital after clash of heads

LONDON (AP) — Manchester United defender Eric Bailly was taken to the hospital after a second clash of heads during Sunday's FA Cup semifinal loss to Chelsea.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man United's Bailly taken off after 2nd clash of heads

LONDON (AP) — Manchester United defender Eric Bailly was wheeled off on a stretcher and wearing an oxygen mask after a second clash of heads during Sunday's FA Cup semifinal against Chelsea.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Arteta outwits Guardiola: Arsenal beats City to reach final

LONDON (AP) — Seven months after leaving Pep Guardiola's side, Mikel Arteta outwitted his mentor to ensure his first season as Arsenal manager will end with an FA Cup final.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Arteta outwits Guardiola: Arsenal beats City to reach final

LONDON (AP) — Seven months after leaving Pep Guardiola's side, Mikel Arteta outwitted his mentor to ensure his first season as Arsenal manager will end with an FA Cup final.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool loses 2-1 at Arsenal, ending bid for points record

LONDON (AP) — Liverpool will have to settle for just lifting the Premier League trophy next week. It won't be accompanied by a record-breaking points total after losing 2-1 at Arsenal on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

4 games per day in group stage of 2022 World Cup in Qatar

LONDON (AP) — The 2022 World Cup will have four games every day in a 12-day group stage and matches later in the tournament that go into extra time will extend past midnight in Qatar.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool loses 2-1 at Arsenal, ending bid for points record

LONDON (AP) — Liverpool will have to settle for just lifting the Premier League trophy next week. It won't be accompanied by a record-breaking points total after losing 2-1 at Arsenal on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

4 games per day in group stage of 2022 World Cup in Qatar

LONDON (AP) — The 2022 World Cup will have four games every day in a 12-day group stage and matches later in the tournament that go into extra time will extend past midnight in Qatar.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Analysis: Man City court win after flawed UEFA prosecution

LONDON (AP) — In a season that could end with four trophies, Manchester City’s biggest victory hasn’t been secured by Kevin De Bruyne or Raheem Sterling.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Analysis: Man City court win after flawed UEFA prosecution

LONDON (AP) — In a season that could end with four trophies, Manchester City’s biggest victory hasn’t been secured by Kevin De Bruyne or Raheem Sterling.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Boy, 12, arrested after Palace player Zaha gets racist posts

LONDON (AP) — A 12-year-old boy was arrested by police after Crystal Palace player Wilfried Zaha highlighted racist abuse he received ahead of Sunday's Premier League match at Aston Villa.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Boy, 12, arrested after Palace player Zaha gets racist posts

LONDON (AP) — A 12-year-old boy was arrested by police after Crystal Palace player Wilfried Zaha highlighted racist abuse he received ahead of Sunday's Premier League match at Aston Villa.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Milan turns to Jay-Z's Roc Nation, Liverpool to revive glory

Preparing to complete a ninth Serie A campaign without winning the Scudetto, AC Milan decided returning to the pinnacle of football required a new approach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

New Euro soccer format a platform for CBS to build audience

The pandemic-enforced changes to the Champions League presented the perfect format for CBS to find to broadcast European soccer's showpiece competition earlier than planned in the United States.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Milan turns to Jay-Z's Roc Nation, Liverpool to revive glory

Preparing to complete a ninth Serie A campaign without winning the Scudetto, AC Milan decided returning to the pinnacle of football required a new approach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

New Euro soccer format a platform for CBS to build audience

The pandemic-enforced changes to the Champions League presented the perfect format for CBS to find to broadcast European soccer's showpiece competition earlier than planned in the United States.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Milan turns to Jay-Z's Roc Nation, Liverpool to revive glory

Preparing to complete a ninth Serie A campaign without winning the Scudetto, AC Milan decided returning to the pinnacle of football required a new approach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

New Euro soccer format a platform for CBS to build audience

The pandemic-enforced changes to the Champions League presented the perfect format for CBS to find to broadcast European soccer's showpiece competition earlier than planned in the United States.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

New Euro soccer format a platform for CBS to build audience

The pandemic-enforced changes to the Champions League presented the perfect format for CBS to find to broadcast European soccer's showpiece competition earlier than planned in the United States.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Milan turns to Jay-Z's Roc Nation, Liverpool to revive glory

Preparing to complete a ninth Serie A campaign without winning the Scudetto, AC Milan decided returning to the pinnacle of football required a new approach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Mourinho delighted by Lloris-Son clash during Tottenham win

LONDON (AP) — When Tottenham captain Hugo Lloris confronted Son Heung-min on the field at halftime, Jose Mourinho was far from annoyed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

2022 Qatar World Cup cuts jobs after 'efficiency exercise'

Organizers of the 2022 World Cup have become the latest Qatari state entity to make staff redundant.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Mourinho delighted by Lloris-Son clash during Tottenham win

LONDON (AP) — When Tottenham captain Hugo Lloris confronted Son Heung-min on the field at halftime, Jose Mourinho was far from annoyed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Spurs captain Lloris confronts Son during 1-0 win vs Everton

LONDON (AP) — Tottenham duo Hugo Lloris and Son Heung-min had to be separated by teammates during a confrontation at halftime of a 1-0 victory over Everton in the English Premier League on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Tottenham captain Lloris confronts Son at halftime of game

LONDON (AP) — Tottenham captain Hugo Lloris rushed to confront teammate Son Heung-min at halftime of the English Premier League match against Everton on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

2022 Qatar World Cup cuts jobs after 'efficiency exercise'

Organizers of the 2022 World Cup have become the latest Qatari state entity to make staff redundant.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

FIFA fines Arsenal over sell-on clauses for player transfers

Arsenal was fined 40,000 Swiss francs ($42,300) by FIFA and warned about its conduct regarding player transfers after the club used variable sell-on clauses that were found to give it influence over other clubs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

FIFA fines Arsenal over sell-on clauses for player transfers

Arsenal was fined 40,000 Swiss francs ($42,300) by FIFA and warned about its conduct regarding player transfers after the club used variable sell-on clauses that were found to give it influence over other clubs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Week after toasting title, Klopp hurting after rout by City

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Even a 4-0 drubbing is forgivable for Jürgen Klopp now the Premier League trophy has been sealed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool thrashed 4-0 by Man City in 1st game as champions

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — As they stepped onto the pitch, Liverpool's players were given a guard of honor from Manchester City. It was the only time they looked like Premier League champions on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Week after toasting title, Klopp hurting after rout by City

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Even a 4-0 drubbing is forgivable for Jürgen Klopp now the Premier League trophy has been sealed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool thrashed 4-0 by Man City in 1st game as champions

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — As they stepped onto the pitch, Liverpool's players were given a guard of honor from Manchester City. It was the only time they looked like Premier League champions on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

West Ham beats Chelsea 3-2 to boost EPL survival bid

LONDON (AP) — Andriy Yarmolenko boosted West Ham’s hopes of staying in the Premier League by clinching a 3-2 victory over Champions League-chasing Chelsea on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Chelsea, Leicester losses open up Champions League chase

LONDON (AP) — With Leicester and Chelsea both losing, the race for European spots is heating up in the Premier League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Chelsea, Leicester losses open up Champions League chase

LONDON (AP) — With Leicester and Chelsea both losing, the race for European spots is heating up in the Premier League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

West Ham beats Chelsea 3-2 to boost EPL survival bid

LONDON (AP) — Andriy Yarmolenko boosted West Ham’s hopes of staying in the Premier League by clinching a 3-2 victory over Champions League-chasing Chelsea on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kop joy: Liverpool fans flood Anfield, 1st title in 30 years

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — The sun had just set over Anfield — and on a 30-year wait to be champions of England again — when the fireworks started to explode into the twilight.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kop joy: Liverpool fans flood Anfield, 1st title in 30 years

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — The sun had just set over Anfield — and on a 30-year wait to be champions of England again — when the fireworks started to explode into the twilight.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Ending title drought deepens Klopp's affinity with Liverpool

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — From her doorstep opposite Anfield, Sue Humphreys has had a front row seat to the glory, grief and fall from grace at Liverpool Football Club.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kop joy: Liverpool fans flood Anfield, 1st title in 30 years

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — The sun had just set over Anfield — and on a 30-year wait to be champions of England again — when the fireworks started to explode into the twilight.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Ending title drought deepens Klopp's affinity with Liverpool

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — From her doorstep opposite Anfield, Sue Humphreys has had a front row seat to the glory, grief and fall from grace at Liverpool Football Club.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool police warn of virus threat after Anfield party

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Warning about the ongoing threat posed by the coronavirus pandemic, police have criticized Liverpool fans for partying on the streets in their thousands to celebrate the club ending its 30-year title drought.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Ending title drought deepens Klopp's affinity with Liverpool

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — From her doorstep opposite Anfield, Sue Humphreys has had a front row seat to the glory, grief and fall from grace at Liverpool Football Club.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool police warn of virus threat after Anfield party

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Warning about the ongoing threat posed by the coronavirus pandemic, police have criticized Liverpool fans for partying on the streets in their thousands to celebrate the club ending its 30-year title drought.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kop joy: Liverpool fans flood Anfield, 1st title in 30 years

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — The sun had just set over Anfield — and on a 30-year wait to be champions of England again — when the fireworks started to explode into the twilight.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kop joy: Liverpool fans flood Anfield, 1st title in 30 years

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — The sun had just set over Anfield — and on a 30-year wait to be champions of England again — when the fireworks started to explode into the twilight.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool clinches league title, ends 30-year drought

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — The 30-year wait is over. Liverpool is champion of England again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

England unclear when Neville exits with successor hired soon

England is planning to shortly appoint a new coach of the women's national team, although it's unclear when the person will start as Phil Neville is still under contract for another year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool on brink of title after beating Crystal Palace 4-0

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Liverpool is on the verge of ending its 30-year league title drought after cruising to a 4-0 victory over Crystal Palace on Wednesday with an attacking display that exemplified a dominant campaign.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kop quiet, Liverpool roars to verge of 1st title since 1990

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — For once, Liverpool's players were alone.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kop quiet, Liverpool roars to verge of 1st title since 1990

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — For once, Liverpool's players were alone.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool on brink of title after beating Crystal Palace 4-0

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Liverpool is on the verge of ending its 30-year league title drought after cruising to a 4-0 victory over Crystal Palace on Wednesday with an attacking display that exemplified a dominant campaign.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kane back scoring for Tottenham thanks to pause in season

LONDON (AP) — Harry Kane had to watch helplessly while recovering from surgery as Tottenham's Champions League qualification hopes slipped away.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kane back scoring for Tottenham thanks to pause in season

LONDON (AP) — Harry Kane had to watch helplessly while recovering from surgery as Tottenham's Champions League qualification hopes slipped away.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool held by Everton on resumed mission to seal title

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — There was no victory for Liverpool on the longest day of the year, which could mean an even longer wait to clinch the Premier League title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool held by Everton on resumed mission to seal title

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — There was no victory for Liverpool on the longest day of the year, which could mean an even longer wait to clinch the Premier League title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

AP sources: Bundesliga media cash down with Sky, DAZN deals

The growth in the value of Bundesliga broadcast rights has ended under a four-year deal secured as the media industry grapples with the economic consequences of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Faltering restart for Liverpool title charge after shutdown

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Liverpool’s title charge has been slowed by the pandemic, and its attacking ruthlessness blunted.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool held by Everton on resumed mission to seal title

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — There was no victory for Liverpool on the longest day of the year, which could mean an even longer wait to clinch the Premier League title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Faltering restart for Liverpool title charge after shutdown

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Liverpool’s title charge has been slowed by the pandemic, and its attacking ruthlessness blunted.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool held by Everton as delayed bid to seal EPL resumes

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — No win for Liverpool on the longest day of the year, and an even longer wait maybe to clinch the Premier League title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

AP sources: Bundesliga media cash down with Sky, DAZN deals

The growth in the value of Bundesliga broadcast rights has ended under a four-year deal secured as the media industry grapples with the economic consequences of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Man U make most of 5 subs to Mourinho's ire, grabbing draw

LONDON (AP) — Jose Mourinho was proved right. Just not how he wanted to be.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Man U make most of 5 subs to Mourinho's ire, grabbing draw

LONDON (AP) — Jose Mourinho was proved right. Just not how he wanted to be.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Man U make most of 5 subs to Mourinho's ire, grabbing draw

LONDON (AP) — Jose Mourinho was proved right. Just not how he wanted to be.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

After 100-day wait, English soccer returns and takes a knee

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Players kneeled in support of the Black Lives Matter movement and victims of the coronavirus were remembered as the Premier League made a somber return on Wednesday from a 100-day shutdown that deprived England of its national sport.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Man City a scene of grieving, activism as the EPL returns

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — When Manchester City scored the first goals the Premier League had seen in 100 days, only medics were in the stands to applaud.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

After 100-day wait, English soccer returns and takes a knee

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Players kneeled in support of the Black Lives Matter movement and victims of the coronavirus were remembered as the Premier League made a somber return on Wednesday from a 100-day shutdown that deprived England of its national sport.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Premier League back with doubleheader after 100-day shutdown

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Exactly 100 days after the last game, the Premier League is back.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man City a scene of grieving, activism as the EPL returns

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — When Manchester City scored the first goals the Premier League had seen in 100 days, only medics were in the stands to applaud.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man City a scene of grieving, activism as the EPL returns

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — When Manchester City scored the first goals the Premier League had seen in 100 days, only medics were in the stands to applaud.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man City beats Arsenal in muted atmosphere as PL returns

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — When Manchester City scored the first goals the Premier League had seen in 100 days, only health workers were in the stands to applaud.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

After 100-day wait, English soccer returns and takes a knee

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Players kneeled in support of the Black Lives Matter movement and victims of the coronavirus were remembered as the Premier League made a somber return on Wednesday from a 100-day shutdown that deprived England of its national sport.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Glued to the telly: Fans cheer as English soccer returns

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — English soccer's longest suspension since World War II came to an end Wednesday, bringing some relief to a nation deprived of its most popular sport during one of the world's worst coronavirus outbreaks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Glued to the telly: English soccer returns, a nation sighs

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — English soccer's longest suspension since World War II comes to an end Wednesday, bringing the country's favorite sport back to a nation that has struggled to protect its citizens during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

World Trade Organization: Saudis facilitated sports piracy

Saudi Arabia facilitated sports broadcasting piracy by blocking moves to shut it down, the World Trade Organization said in a ruling Tuesday that throws new doubts on the kingdom's takeover of English Premier League club Newcastle.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Analysis: Attempt to shame Premier League players backfired

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — A Premier League shutdown that began with the British government trying to shame stars over their wealth ended with admiration for a player's determination to ensure children won't starve.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Premier League back with doubleheader after 100-day shutdown

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Exactly 100 days after the last game, the Premier League is back.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Premier League braced for 2nd wave of virus as shutdown ends

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — With the Premier League set to resume after a 100-day shutdown, it is already making plans for what to do if a second spike of coronavirus infections prevents games being played again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Premier League back with doubleheader after 100-day shutdown

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Exactly 100 days after the last game, the Premier League is back.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Analysis: Attempt to shame Premier League players backfired

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — A Premier League shutdown that began with the British government trying to shame stars over their wealth ended with admiration for a player's determination to ensure children won't starve.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

World Trade Organization: Saudis facilitated sports piracy

Saudi Arabia facilitated sports broadcasting piracy by blocking moves to shut it down, the World Trade Organization said in a ruling Tuesday that throws new doubts on the kingdom's takeover of English Premier League club Newcastle.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Premier League braced for 2nd wave of virus as shutdown ends

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — With the Premier League set to resume after a 100-day shutdown, it is already making plans for what to do if a second spike of coronavirus infections prevents games being played again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

World Trade Organization finds Saudi links to sports piracy

The World Trade Organization has ruled Saudi Arabia failed to stop a broadcasting operation pirating sports coverage and blocked moves to shut it down in a proxy of the Gulf economic and diplomatic dispute with Qatar.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

FIFA urges 'tolerance' after Trump's anthem kneeling rebuke

FIFA appealed Monday for “tolerance, mutual respect and common sense” after U.S. President Donald Trump denounced the annulment of a policy that required soccer players to stand during the national anthem.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

How Brighton was a voice of Premier League during shutdown

When Manchester City wanted some tips ahead of the Premier League restart, the defending champions turned to a team trying to avoid relegation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Racial reckoning in boardrooms and dugouts as EPL resumes

When the time came to vote on restarting the Premier League, no black chief executives or chairmen from the English clubs were involved. There aren’t any across the 20 teams, nor in the leadership of the world’s richest league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Racial reckoning in boardrooms and dugouts as EPL resumes

When the time came to vote on restarting the Premier League, no black chief executives or chairmen from the English clubs were involved. There aren’t any across the 20 teams, nor in the leadership of the world’s richest league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

FIFA urges 'tolerance' after Trump's anthem kneeling rebuke

FIFA appealed Monday for “tolerance, mutual respect and common sense” after U.S. President Donald Trump denounced the annulment of a policy that required soccer players to stand during the national anthem.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

How Brighton was a voice of Premier League during shutdown

When Manchester City wanted some tips ahead of the Premier League restart, the defending champions turned to a team trying to avoid relegation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Norwich player tests positive for virus ahead of EPL restart

A Norwich player announced on Saturday as testing positive for the coronavirus featured in a practice game at Tottenham the previous day ahead of the English Premier League resuming.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

How Brighton was a voice of Premier League during shutdown

When Manchester City wanted some tips ahead of the Premier League restart, the defending champions turned to a team trying to avoid relegation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

'Black Lives Matter' replaces player names on EPL jerseys

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — English Premier League jerseys will feature “Black Lives Matter” instead of player names for the first 12 games after the competition's shutdown ends on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Norwich player tests positive for virus ahead of EPL restart

A Norwich player announced on Saturday as testing positive for the coronavirus featured in a practice game at Tottenham the previous day ahead of the English Premier League resuming.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Norwich player tests positive for virus ahead of EPL restart

A Norwich player announced on Saturday as testing positive for the coronavirus featured in a practice game at Tottenham the previous day ahead of the English Premier League resuming.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

'Black Lives Matter' replaces player names on EPL jerseys

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — English Premier League jerseys will feature “Black Lives Matter” instead of player names for the first 12 games after the competition's shutdown ends on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

FA Cup final named after Prince William's mental health push

The pandemic-delayed FA Cup final will be named after a mental health initiative spearheaded by Prince William.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

'Black Lives Matter' replaces player names on EPL jerseys

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — English Premier League jerseys will feature “Black Lives Matter” instead of player names for the first 12 games after the competition's shutdown ends on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

FA Cup final named after Prince William's mental health push

The pandemic-delayed FA Cup final will be named after a mental health initiative spearheaded by Prince William.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Premier League players won't need to wear masks at stadiums

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Premier League players will not need to wear face masks arriving at stadiums, in dressing rooms or on the substitutes' bench when the competition's 100-day coronavirus shutdown ends next week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

FA Cup final named after Prince William's mental health push

The pandemic-delayed FA Cup final will be named after a mental health initiative spearheaded by Prince William.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Premier League players won't need to wear masks at stadiums

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Premier League players will not need to wear face masks arriving at stadiums, in dressing rooms or on the substitutes' bench when the competition's 100-day coronavirus shutdown ends next week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Everton can host derby when Liverpool could clinch title

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Liverpool could win the Premier League at the home of city rival Everton after local authorities approved Goodison Park being used for the game rather than a neutral venue.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Everton can host derby when Liverpool could clinch title

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Liverpool could win the Premier League at the home of city rival Everton after local authorities approved Goodison Park being used for the game rather than a neutral venue.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Season scrapped, England seeks to keep gains in women's game

Runners-up when the season was paused, champions without playing again. It's little surprise Chelsea was fine with the Women’s Super League season being curtailed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Season scrapped, England seeks to keep gains in women's game

Runners-up when the season was paused, champions without playing again. It's little surprise Chelsea was fine with the Women’s Super League season being curtailed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool could end 30-year title drought at home after all

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Liverpool could end its 30-year title drought at home after all when the English Premier League resumes after the pandemic-enforced suspension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Season scrapped, England seeks to keep gains in women's game

Runners-up when the season was paused, champions without playing again. It's little surprise Chelsea was fine with the Women’s Super League season being curtailed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Season scrapped, England seeks to keep gains in women's game

Runners-up when the season was paused, champions without playing again. It's little surprise Chelsea was fine with the Women’s Super League season being curtailed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool could end 30-year title drought at home after all

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Liverpool could end its 30-year title drought at home after all when the English Premier League resumes after the pandemic-enforced suspension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool could end 30-year title drought at home after all

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Liverpool could end its 30-year title drought at home after all when the English Premier League resumes after the pandemic-enforced suspension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Bayern's Kimmich less emotional but calmer in fan-free games

The changed routines and rhythms around matches have been startling for Joshua Kimmich.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Tottenham borrows $220M; EPL clubs settle more restart plans

Premier League club Tottenham is borrowing $220 million using the Bank of England's emergency pandemic loan scheme to cope with the absence of spectators and the cancellation of two NFL games it was to stage this year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

AP Source: Germany, Portugal contenders to host CL final

Germany and Portugal are contenders to host the delayed Champions League final which is due to be moved from Istanbul, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Tottenham borrows $220M; EPL clubs settle more restart plans

Premier League club Tottenham is borrowing $220 million using the Bank of England's emergency pandemic loan scheme to cope with the absence of spectators and the cancellation of two NFL games it was to stage this year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Tottenham borrows $220M; EPL clubs agree to 5 substitutes

Premier League club Tottenham is borrowing $220 million using the Bank of England's emergency pandemic loan scheme to cope with the absence of spectators and the cancellation of two NFL games it was to stage this year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Bayern's Kimmich less emotional but calmer in fan-free games

The changed routines and rhythms around matches have been startling for Joshua Kimmich.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Infantino: Don't punish Bundesliga players for Floyd support

FIFA President Gianni Infantino stepped into the debate about Bundesliga players who protested during matches against the death of George Floyd, saying Tuesday that they should be applauded and not punished.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

AP Source: Germany, Portugal contenders to host CL final

Germany and Portugal are contenders to host the delayed Champions League final which is due to be moved from Istanbul, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

AP Source: Germany, Portugal contenders to host CL final

Germany and Portugal are contenders to host the delayed Champions League final which is due to be moved from Istanbul, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

FIFA signals support for in-game Floyd solidarity messages

FIFA urged soccer competition organizers on Monday to apply “common sense” and consider not sanctioning players demanding justice for
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Infantino: Don't punish Bundesliga players for Floyd support

FIFA President Gianni Infantino stepped into the debate about Bundesliga players who protested during matches against the death of George Floyd, saying Tuesday that they should be applauded and not punished.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

England allows Floyd justice messages by players in games

English Premier League players will be able to show solidarity with the George Floyd justice campaign during games without the prospect of facing sanctions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Analysis: Soccer out of touch suppressing on-field activism

To most watching Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho remove his jersey to reveal a handwritten “Justice for George Floyd” message on his undershirt, it was a powerful expression of activism on a soccer field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Infantino: Don't punish Bundesliga players for Floyd support

FIFA President Gianni Infantino stepped into the debate about Bundesliga players who protested during matches against the death of George Floyd, saying Tuesday that they should be applauded and not punished.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

England allows Floyd justice messages by players in games

English Premier League players will be able to show solidarity with the George Floyd justice campaign during games without the prospect of facing sanctions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

FIFA signals support for in-game Floyd solidarity messages

FIFA urged soccer competition organizers on Monday to apply “common sense” and consider not sanctioning players demanding justice for
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Premier League cleared by government to pursue June restart

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The Premier League was given government approval on Saturday to press ahead with its June 17 restart although players will have to stay apart during goal celebrations and disputes to maintain social distancing.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Analysis: Soccer out of touch suppressing on-field activism

To most watching Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho remove his jersey to reveal a handwritten “Justice for George Floyd” message on his undershirt, it was a powerful expression of activism on a soccer field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

FIFA signals support for in-game Floyd solidarity messages

FIFA urged soccer competition organizers on Monday to apply “common sense” and consider not sanctioning players demanding justice for
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Analysis: Soccer out of touch suppressing on-field activism

To most watching Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho remove his jersey to reveal a handwritten “Justice for George Floyd” message on his undershirt, it was a powerful expression of activism on a soccer field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Premier League cleared by government to pursue June restart

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The Premier League was given government approval on Saturday to press ahead with its June 17 restart although players will have to stay apart during goal celebrations and disputes to maintain social distancing.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Analysis: Soccer out of touch suppressing on-field activism

To most watching Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho remove his jersey to reveal a handwritten “Justice for George Floyd” message on his undershirt, it was a powerful expression of activism on a soccer field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Police want Liverpool's title decider in neutral stadium

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Liverpool might not win the English Premier League at Anfield after police included the leader’s key games among at least five it wants at neutral venues in a bid to prevent fans from gathering outside when the competition resumes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

UEFA mulls Champions League final host away from Istanbul

UEFA is planning to move the Champions League final away from Istanbul and is considering other locations as planning and scheduling is shaken up by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Premier League cleared by government to pursue June restart

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The Premier League was given government approval on Saturday to press ahead with its June 17 restart although players will have to stay apart during goal celebrations and disputes to maintain social distancing.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Premier League cleared by government to pursue June restart

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The Premier League was given government approval on Saturday to press ahead with its June 17 restart although players will have to stay apart during goal celebrations and disputes to maintain social distancing.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Premier League gets government approval to pursue restart

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The English Premier League was given government approval on Saturday to press ahead with its June 17 restart although players will have to stay apart during goal celebrations and disputes to maintain social distancing.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

15 fit players enough for teams when EPL resumes in pandemic

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Premier League clubs with only 15 fit players are still likely to have to play matches if the season resumes as planned next month during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Police want Liverpool's title decider in neutral stadium

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Liverpool might not win the English Premier League at Anfield after police included the leader’s key games among at least five it wants at neutral venues in a bid to prevent fans from gathering outside when the competition resumes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

UEFA mulls Champions League final host away from Istanbul

UEFA is planning to move the Champions League final away from Istanbul and is considering other locations as planning and scheduling is shaken up by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

UEFA mulls Champions League final host away from Istanbul

UEFA is planning to move the Champions League final away from Istanbul and is considering other locations as planning and scheduling is shaken up by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Police want Liverpool's title decider in neutral stadium

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Liverpool might not win the English Premier League at Anfield after police included the leader’s key games among at least five it wants at neutral venues in a bid to prevent fans from gathering outside when the competition resumes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Police want Liverpool title decider in neutral stadium

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Liverpool is unlikely to win the Premier League at Anfield after police included the leader’s key games among six it wants to be played at neutral venues in a bid to prevent fans from gathering outside when the competition resumes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Premier League plans June 17 restart after 100-day shutdown

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The Premier League plans to restart on June 17 after a 100-day shutdown caused by the coronavirus pandemic, with new staggered kickoff times to make sure every game can be shown on TV as fans are prevented from attending games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Premier League plans June 17 restart after 100-day shutdown

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The Premier League plans to restart on June 17 after a 100-day shutdown caused by the coronavirus pandemic, with new staggered kickoff times to make sure every game can be shown on TV as fans are prevented from attending games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

EPL teams approve contact training as players' fears linger

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The Premier League is on course to restart next month after clubs approved plans on Wednesday to resume contact training even as some players are concerned about taking to the field again during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

EPL teams approve contact training as players' fears linger

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The Premier League is on course to restart next month after clubs approved plans on Wednesday to resume contact training even as some players are concerned about taking to the field again during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Juve's Bernardeschi sees duty to help Italy during pandemic

The weeks without playing have given Federico Bernardeschi more time than ever to reflect on his responsibilities as a footballer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Juve's Bernardeschi sees duty to help Italy during pandemic

The weeks without playing have given Federico Bernardeschi more time than ever to reflect on his responsibilities as a footballer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

EPL clubs could play at home after police soften stance

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Premier League clubs could be allowed to complete the season at their own stadiums after police pulled back on their insistence that neutral venues were the only safe way of staging games during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

EPL clubs could play at home after police soften stance

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Premier League clubs could be allowed to complete the season at their own stadiums after police pulled back on their insistence that neutral venues were the only safe way of staging games during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

EPL clubs could play at home after police soften stance

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Premier League clubs could be allowed to complete the season at their own stadiums after police pulled back on their insistence that neutral venues were the only safe way of staging games during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

EPL clubs could play at home after police soften stance

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Premier League clubs could be allowed to complete the season at their own stadiums after police pulled back on their insistence that neutral venues were the only safe way of staging games during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

EPL to address players' fears, London mayor resists restart

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The English Premier League will seek to allay players' concerns about health risks as the government prepares to release protocols allowing a phased resumption of contact training as coronavirus restrictions are eased.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Premier League seeks to allay players' training health fears

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The Premier League will seek to allay players' concerns about health risks as the government prepares to release protocols allowing a phased resumption of contact training in the easing of coronavirus restrictions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Premier League seeks to allay players' training health fears

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The Premier League will seek to allay players' concerns about health risks as the government prepares to release protocols allowing a phased resumption of contact training in the easing of coronavirus restrictions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

EPL steps up plans to restart in neutral stadiums in June

MANCHESTER, Engalnd (AP) — The English Premier League stepped up planning on Friday to try to resume in neutral stadiums, holding separate talks with the government and its clubs to determine the necessary health measures and logistics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

EPL steps up plans to restart in neutral stadiums in June

MANCHESTER, Engalnd (AP) — The English Premier League stepped up planning on Friday to try to resume in neutral stadiums, holding separate talks with the government and its clubs to determine the necessary health measures and logistics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

EPL steps up plans to restart in neutral stadiums in June

MANCHESTER, Engalnd (AP) — The English Premier League stepped up planning on Friday to try to resume in neutral stadiums, holding separate talks with the government and its clubs to determine the necessary health measures and logistics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

EPL steps up plans to restart in neutral stadiums in June

MANCHESTER, Engalnd (AP) — The English Premier League stepped up planning on Friday to try to resume in neutral stadiums, holding separate talks with the government and its clubs to determine the necessary health measures and logistics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

EPL's Saudi piracy concerns as Newcastle takeover assessed

The English Premier League has to decide whether to approve Saudi Arabia's takeover of Newcastle while concerned that piracy of its broadcasts from the kingdom poses a “significant risk” to the competition's revenue.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

AP Interview: João Mário in lockdown limbo in Moscow

From lockdown limbo in Moscow, João Mário is trying to help fellow footballers who are struggling back home in Portugal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

AP Interview: João Mário in lockdown limbo in Moscow

From lockdown limbo in Moscow, João Mário is trying to help fellow footballers who are struggling back home in Portugal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

EPL's Saudi piracy concerns as Newcastle takeover assessed

The English Premier League has to decide whether to approve Saudi Arabia's takeover of Newcastle while concerned that piracy of its broadcasts from the kingdom poses a “significant risk” to the competition's revenue.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Across Europe, ideas differ over whether leagues can resume

England is scrambling to find a solution to the billion-pound question: How to restart the Premier League?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Across Europe, ideas differ over whether leagues can resume

England is scrambling to find a solution to the billion-pound question: How to restart the Premier League?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

After 'damaging' delay to stop sports, UK tries to restart

It will be hard to quantify just how many lives Mikel Arteta saved by contracting the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Premier League set for points-based work permits post-Brexit

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — All players from overseas seeking to join Premier League clubs are set to be subject to points-based criteria for work permits after Britain's departure from the European Union is complete.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Premier League set for points-based work permits post-Brexit

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — All players from overseas seeking to join Premier League clubs are set to be subject to points-based criteria for work permits after Britain's departure from the European Union is complete.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

English Premier League set for post-Brexit transfer criteria

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — All players from overseas seeking to join Premier League clubs are set to be subject to points-based criteria after Britain's departure from the European Union is complete.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

After 'damaging' delay to stop sports, UK tries to restart

It will be hard to quantify just how many lives Mikel Arteta saved by contracting the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

After 'damaging' delay to stop sports, UK tries to restart

It will be hard to quantify just how many lives Mikel Arteta saved by contracting the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Man United's Woodward says virus will hit transfer spending

Manchester United vice chairman Ed Woodward has told fans there will be reduced spending on players as the entire football industry deals with the financial consequences of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Man United's Woodward says virus will hit transfer spending

Manchester United vice chairman Ed Woodward has told fans there will be reduced spending on players as the entire football industry deals with the financial consequences of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

UEFA wants new formats to settle leagues that can't complete

UEFA is keener on leagues adopting new formats to determine final league places for European qualification if suspended domestic competitions cannot be completed due to government restrictions or financial concerns caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

UEFA keener on playoffs to finish suspended domestic leagues

UEFA is keener on leagues adopting new formats to determine final league places for European qualification if suspended domestic competitions cannot be completed due to government restrictions or financial concerns caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

EPL told to consider blocking Saudi Arabia buying Newcastle

The English Premier League has been asked by human rights activists and one of its major broadcast partners to consider blocking Saudi Arabia's attempt to buy Newcastle United.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

EPL told to consider blocking Saudi Arabia buying Newcastle

The English Premier League has been asked by human rights activists and one of its major broadcast partners to consider blocking Saudi Arabia's attempt to buy Newcastle United.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Amnesty complains to EPL about Saudi bid to buy Newcastle

Amnesty International has written to the English Premier League asking for a full examination of Saudi Arabia's human rights violations before it decides whether to approve the country's sovereign wealth being used to buy Newcastle.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Concern for players' mental health with soccer shut down

Socially isolated, cut off from their teammates. Worried about when they will play again. Concerned about their finances and the future of their sport.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Arsenal players, coaches agree to 12.5% pay cuts for year

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and his players agreed to reduce pay by 12.5% on Monday for the next year to help their club deal with the financial impact of the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Arsenal players, coaches agree to 12.5% pay cuts for year

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and his players agreed to reduce pay by 12.5% on Monday for the next year to help their club deal with the financial impact of the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Concern for players' mental health with soccer shut down

Socially isolated, cut off from their teammates. Worried about when they will play again. Concerned about their finances and the future of their sport.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

EPL clubs discuss June restart and completing season

English Premier League clubs on Friday discussed the coronavirus testing required and scenarios that could allow the season to resume from June at the earliest, with the aim of completing all fixtures.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

EPL clubs discuss June restart and completing season

English Premier League clubs on Friday discussed the coronavirus testing required and scenarios that could allow the season to resume from June at the earliest, with the aim of completing all fixtures.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

EPL clubs discuss June restart and completing season

English Premier League clubs on Friday discussed the coronavirus testing required and scenarios that could allow the season to resume from June at the earliest, with the aim of completing all fixtures.
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Premier League clubs discuss plans to complete season

Premier League clubs on Friday discussed how the season can be completed when the government declares it is safe for sports to resume during the
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UEFA has a plan for Champions League final in late August

UEFA is hoping the Champions League final can be played at the end of August in Istanbul, three months after the competition's showpiece was due to be staged.
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UEFA has a plan for Champions League final in late August

UEFA is hoping the Champions League final can be played at the end of August in Istanbul, three months after the competition's showpiece was due to be staged.
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FIFA braced for challenges over player contract extensions

FIFA is braced for legal challenges over the recommendation that player contracts should be extended until the seasons halted by the coronavirus
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FIFA braced for challenges over player contract extensions

FIFA is braced for legal challenges over the recommendation that player contracts should be extended until the seasons halted by the coronavirus
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FIFA VP to AP: International games could be off until 2021

Most international soccer might not be played until 2021 due to coronavirus pandemic travel restrictions and the need to give club competitions the chance to resume, a FIFA vice president said Monday.
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FIFA VP to AP: International games could be off until 2021

Most international soccer might not be played until 2021 due to coronavirus pandemic travel restrictions and the need to give club competitions the chance to resume, a FIFA vice president said Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Season on hold slows rush to recover for England's Beth Mead

Beth Mead was running around a park when she spotted Arsenal teammates at a distance.
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FIFA VP to AP: International games could be off until 2021

Most international soccer might not be played until 2021 due to coronavirus pandemic travel restrictions and the need to give club competitions the chance to resume, a FIFA vice president said Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Season on hold slows rush to recover for England's Beth Mead

Beth Mead was running around a park when she spotted Arsenal teammates at a distance.
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AP Interview: Ex-Tottenham chair Sugar on EPL financial woes

Three decades after helping to establish what became the world’s richest soccer competition, Alan Sugar assesses the financial landscape with growing concern.
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AP Interview: Ex-Tottenham chair Sugar on EPL financial woes

Three decades after helping to establish what became the world’s richest soccer competition, Alan Sugar assesses the financial landscape with growing concern.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

AP Interview: Ex-Tottenham chair Sugar on EPL financial woes

Three decades after helping to establish what became the world’s richest soccer competition, Alan Sugar assesses the financial landscape with growing concern.
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AP Interview: Ex-Tottenham chair Sugar on EPL financial woes

Three decades after helping to establish what became the world’s richest soccer competition, Alan Sugar assesses the financial landscape with growing concern.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

English soccer warned of $1B pandemic losses, clubs closing

English soccer faced warnings on Tuesday that losses caused by the coronavirus pandemic could exceed $1 billion and clubs could go out of business.
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UEFA explores financial rule changes due to pandemic impact

UEFA is exploring changes to Financial Fair Play rules as clubs grapple with the sudden loss in revenue caused by the coronavirus pandemic abruptly halting competitions across Europe.
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English soccer warned of $1B pandemic losses, clubs closing

English soccer faced warnings on Tuesday that losses caused by the coronavirus pandemic could exceed $1 billion and clubs could go out of business.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

UEFA explores financial rule changes due to pandemic impact

UEFA is exploring changes to Financial Fair Play rules as clubs grapple with the sudden loss in revenue caused by the coronavirus pandemic abruptly halting competitions across Europe.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

English soccer warned of $1B pandemic losses, clubs closing

English soccer faced warnings on Tuesday that losses caused by the coronavirus pandemic could exceed $1 billion and clubs could go out of business.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

UEFA explores financial rule changes due to pandemic impact

UEFA is exploring changes to Financial Fair Play rules as clubs grapple with the sudden loss in revenue caused by the coronavirus pandemic abruptly halting competitions across Europe.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool reverses plan to furlough staff after backlash

Apologizing to its own fans, Liverpool on Monday reversed a decision to apply its furloughed non-playing staff for the British government's job retention scheme during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

FIFA flexible to complete seasons, encourages pay-cut deals

FIFA is providing global coordination with competition organizers to provide flexibility to ensure coronavirus-derailed seasons can be completed with as little financial turmoil as possible.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool reverses plan to furlough staff after backlash

Apologizing to its own fans, Liverpool on Monday reversed a decision to apply its furloughed non-playing staff for the British government's job retention scheme during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

FIFA flexible to complete seasons, encourages pay-cut deals

FIFA is providing global coordination with competition organizers to provide flexibility to ensure coronavirus-derailed seasons can be completed with as little financial turmoil as possible.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Union: 30% pay cut for EPL players would harm health service

English Premier League players failed to reach an agreement on Saturday with clubs to take 30% pay cuts during the coronavirus pandemic, escalating a bitter public row as their union claimed the government would lose out on more than 200 million pounds (around $245 million) in tax.
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Union: 30% pay cut for EPL players would harm health service

English Premier League players failed to reach an agreement on Saturday with clubs to take 30% pay cuts during the coronavirus pandemic, escalating a bitter public row as their union claimed the government would lose out on more than 200 million pounds (around $245 million) in tax.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Union: 30% pay cut for EPL players would harm health service

English Premier League players failed to reach an agreement on Saturday with clubs to take 30% pay cuts during the coronavirus pandemic, escalating a bitter public row as their union claimed the government would lose out on more than 200 million pounds (around $245 million) in tax.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Premier League players reject 30% pay cut in standoff

English Premier League players rejected a move Saturday by clubs to cut their wages by 30% during the coronavirus pandemic, escalating a bitter public row as their union claimed the government would lose out on more than 200 million pounds (around $245 million) in tax.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Row grows as Premier League players can't agree wage cuts

English Premier League players rejected a move Saturday by clubs to cut their wages by 30% during the coronavirus pandemic, escalating a bitter public row as their union claimed the government would lose out on more than 200 million pounds (around $245 million) in tax.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

UEFA aims for July restart for leagues, wants them completed

A European plan is being formed to resume football around July and August, with domestic leagues told Thursday not to abandon competitions yet due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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UEFA postpones more soccer amid uncertainty over resumption

UEFA postponed more matches and deadlines on Wednesday without giving any firm indication on when European soccer might be able to resume as it continues to grapple with the challenge of completing competitions suspended because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Premier League stars face backlash over pay during pandemic

The request to Premier League players from British health secretary Matt Hancock was direct: “Take a pay cut.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

UEFA aims for July restart for leagues, wants them completed

A European plan is being formed to resume football around July and August, with domestic leagues told Thursday not to abandon competitions yet due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

UEFA aims for July restart for leagues, wants them completed

A European plan is being formed to resume football around July and August, with domestic leagues told Thursday not to abandon competitions yet due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

UEFA plan hopes to resume football around July, August

A European plan is being formed to resume football around July and August, with domestic leagues told Thursday not to abandon competitions yet due to the coronavirus pandemic
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Premier League stars face backlash over pay during pandemic

The request to Premier League players from British health secretary Matt Hancock was direct: “Take a pay cut.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

UEFA postpones more soccer amid uncertainty over resumption

UEFA postponed more matches and deadlines on Wednesday without giving any firm indication on when European soccer might be able to resume as it continues to grapple with the challenge of completing competitions suspended because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

UEFA postpones more soccer amid uncertainty over resumption

UEFA postponed more matches and deadlines on Wednesday without giving any firm indication on when European soccer might be able to resume as it continues to grapple with the challenge of completing competitions suspended because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

FIFA sees 'duty' to help as pandemic ravages soccer finances

As the economic consequences of the coronavirus pandemic ripple across world football, FIFA sees a "duty” to offer a lifeline from its vast cash reserves.
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FIFA sees 'duty' to help as pandemic ravages soccer finances

As the economic consequences of the coronavirus pandemic ripple across world football, FIFA sees a "duty” to offer a lifeline from its vast cash reserves.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

With $2.7B reserves, FIFA has 'duty' to aid virus-hit soccer

FIFA says it has a “duty” to use its vast financial reserves to assist a football industry ravaged by the coronavirus pandemic wiping out games and creating unexpected economic hardship in the world's biggest sport.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

With $2.7B reserves, FIFA's cash help for virus-hit soccer

FIFA is looking to tap into its vast financial reserves to assist a football industry ravaged by the coronavirus pandemic wiping out games and creating unexpected economic hardship in the world's biggest sport.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Tottenham announces salary cuts as chair's pay rise emerges

Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy says salaries for non-playing staff are being cut due to the coronavirus pandemic as the club has disclosed his pay package more than doubled to 7 million pounds ($9 million) last year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Ceferin says virus is 'biggest crisis that football faced'

LONDON (AP) — After being forced to postpone the European Championship, UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin fears football on the continent is facing its biggest crisis ever.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Ceferin says virus is 'biggest crisis that football faced'

LONDON (AP) — After being forced to postpone the European Championship, UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin fears football on the continent is facing its biggest crisis ever.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Ceferin says virus is 'biggest crisis that football faced'

LONDON (AP) — After being forced to postpone the European Championship, UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin fears football on the continent is facing its biggest crisis ever.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Q&A: UEFA President Čeferin on moving Euros to 2021

LONDON (AP) — UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin talked to The Associated Press after the decision to postpone the 2020 European Championship until 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic. Here is a transcript of the interview.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

AP source: UEFA to decide on plan to postpone Euros a year

UEFA is nearing a decision to postpone the European Championship by a year to 2021 as the continent grapples with the coronavirus pandemic, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

AP source: UEFA to decide on plan to postpone Euros a year

UEFA is nearing a decision to postpone the European Championship by a year to 2021 as the continent grapples with the coronavirus pandemic, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

AP source: UEFA to decide if it will postpone Euros a year

UEFA is nearing a decision to postpone the European Championship by a year to 2021 as the continent grapples with the outbreak of the coronavirus, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

UEFA asking governments to ensure Euro 2020 goes ahead

LONDON (AP) — UEFA is asking governments across the continent to ensure the European Championship goes ahead in three months despite the coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Arsenal-City game called off with players in self-isolation

LONDON (AP) — Members of Arsenal's playing squad went into self-isolation in a coronavirus precautionary move, forcing the postponement of the Premier League game at Manchester City later Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Arsenal-City game called off with players in self-isolation

LONDON (AP) — Members of Arsenal's playing squad went into self-isolation in a coronavirus precautionary move, forcing the postponement of the Premier League game at Manchester City later Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

UEFA asking governments to ensure Euro 2020 goes ahead

LONDON (AP) — UEFA is asking governments across the continent to ensure the European Championship goes ahead in three months despite the coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Old Trafford euphoric again as United completes derby double

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The euphoric roars as fans leaped from their Old Trafford seats took Ole Gunnar Solskjær back to the Alex Ferguson era.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Man United toasts 1st derby double over City in a decade

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United completed a Premier League derby double over Manchester City for the first time in a decade on Sunday with a 2-0 victory aided by goalkeeping blunders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Old Trafford euphoric again as United completes derby double

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The euphoric roars as fans leaped from their Old Trafford seats took Ole Gunnar Solskjær back to the Alex Ferguson era.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Man United toasts 1st derby double over City in a decade

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United completed a Premier League derby double over Manchester City for the first time in a decade on Sunday with a 2-0 victory aided by goalkeeping blunders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

No handshakes in EPL but Klopp fist-pumping again after win

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — No handshakes were allowed but Anfield saw plenty of fist pumps from Jürgen Klopp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

No handshakes in EPL but Klopp fist-pumping again after win

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — No handshakes were allowed but Anfield saw plenty of fist pumps from Jürgen Klopp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool moves 25 points clear by beating Bournemouth 2-1

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — A scare survived this time, Liverpool is three wins from glory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool charges 25 points clear by beating Bournemouth 2-1

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — A scare survived this time, Liverpool is three wins from glory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Liverpool rallies to beat Bournemouth and go 25 points ahead

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — A scare survived this time, and Liverpool moved closer to lifting the Premier League trophy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

British government to meet with sports bodies about fan bans

LONDON (AP) — British sports are stepping up preparations for events to take place without spectators as the coronavirus spreads, with the Premier League keen to find a way to complete the season as the country grapples to contain the outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

British government to meet with sports bodies about fan bans

LONDON (AP) — British sports are stepping up preparations for events to take place without spectators as the coronavirus spreads, with the Premier League keen to find a way to complete the season as the country grapples to contain the outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

UEFA seeks to dampen Euro 2020 panic over virus outbreak

AMSTERDAM (AP) — With a European Championship being staged across the continent in three months, UEFA is trying to dampen any panic about the impact of the fast-spreading virus even as uncertainty persists.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

UEFA seeks to dampen Euro 2020 panic over virus outbreak

AMSTERDAM (AP) — With a European Championship being staged across the continent in three months, UEFA is trying to dampen any panic about the impact of the fast-spreading virus even as uncertainty persists.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Man City keeps winning trophies amid bigger off-field fight

LONDON (AP) — Even as the investigations continue into how Manchester City's squad was funded, its ability to collect trophies is undisputed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Man City beats Aston Villa 2-1, wins 3rd straight League Cup

LONDON (AP) — Manchester City won the League Cup for a third consecutive season by beating Aston Villa 2-1 on Sunday, providing the club with a moment of celebration as it fights to protect its reputation off the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Man City keeps winning trophies amid bigger off-field fight

LONDON (AP) — Even as the investigations continue into how Manchester City's squad was funded, its ability to collect trophies is undisputed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Man City beats Aston Villa 2-1, wins 3rd straight League Cup

LONDON (AP) — Manchester City won the League Cup for a third consecutive season by beating Aston Villa 2-1 on Sunday, providing the club with a moment of celebration as it fights to protect its reputation off the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Infantino says 'wrong' only men deciding laws of soccer

HOLYWOOD, Northern Ireland (AP) — FIFA President Gianni Infantino acknowledged it was “wrong” that the annual laws of football meeting had only men taking the decisions on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Infantino says 'wrong' only men deciding laws of soccer

HOLYWOOD, Northern Ireland (AP) — FIFA President Gianni Infantino acknowledged it was “wrong” that the annual laws of football meeting had only men taking the decisions on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Review of soccer offside law to give advantage to attackers

HOLYWOOD, Northern Ireland (AP) — Changes to the offside law are coming to soccer that will aim to give the benefit of the doubt to attacking players when goal decisions are reviewed by video replays.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

5 Serie A games postponed in bid to contain virus outbreak

Five Serie A soccer games in Italy were postponed on Saturday in an attempt to contain the spread of a virus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Concussion substitutes could be trialed in Olympics soccer

HOLYWOOD, Northern Ireland (AP) — Concussion substitutes could be trialled in soccer at the Tokyo Olympics, FIFA President Gianni Infantino said ahead of a meeting of the game's lawmakers on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Concussion substitutes could be trialed in Olympics soccer

HOLYWOOD, Northern Ireland (AP) — Concussion substitutes could be trialled in soccer at the Tokyo Olympics, FIFA President Gianni Infantino said ahead of a meeting of the game's lawmakers on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Infantino: Soccer without fans no long-term virus solution

HOLYWOOD, Northern Ireland (AP) — Playing soccer matches in the long term without fans is unsustainable, FIFA President Gianni Infantino said on Friday as a fast-spreading new virus caused havoc with sporting events.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Gnabry, Lewandowski combine in Bayern's 3-0 win at Chelsea

LONDON (AP) — The city where Serge Gnabry's career stalled now provides the stage for him to shine.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Gnabry, Lewandowski combine in Bayern's 3-0 win at Chelsea

LONDON (AP) — The city where Serge Gnabry's career stalled now provides the stage for him to shine.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

England's women to open Euro 2021 at Old Trafford

LONDON (AP) — The 2021 Women's European Championship will open at Old Trafford featuring host England, UEFA announced on Sunday with 500 days to go until the tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

England's women to open Euro 2021 at Old Trafford

LONDON (AP) — The 2021 Women's European Championship will open at Old Trafford featuring host England, UEFA announced on Sunday with 500 days to go until the tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Champions League: Mourinho worried as Spurs lose to Leipzig

LONDON (AP) — Dele Alli showed his frustration by hurling a water bottle and shoe after being substituted. Jose Mourinho just used his words.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Champions League: Mourinho worried as Spurs lose to Leipzig

LONDON (AP) — Dele Alli showed his frustration by hurling a water bottle and shoe after being substituted. Jose Mourinho just used his words.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Leipzig beats Tottenham 1-0 in Champions League first leg

LONDON (AP) — Timo Werner led Leipzig to its first Champions League knockout stage victory, netting a penalty to seal a 1-0 victory over Tottenham in the first leg of their round-of-16 meeting on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Analysis: Man City stained by scandal, mired in uncertainty

LONDON (AP) — Manchester City is now a tainted champion.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Analysis: Man City stained by scandal, mired in uncertainty

LONDON (AP) — Manchester City is now a tainted champion.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

England retains 4 Champions League spots despite City ban

LONDON (AP) — England is still due to retain four Champions League participants next season regardless of Manchester City's ban.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

UEFA bans Man City from Champions League for 2 seasons

LONDON (AP) — English Premier League champion Manchester City was banned from the Champions League for two seasons by UEFA on Friday for “serious breaches” of spending rules and failing to cooperate with investigators in a seismic ruling against one of world football's wealthiest clubs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

UEFA bans Man City from Champions League for 2 seasons

LONDON (AP) — English Premier League champion Manchester City was banned from the Champions League for two seasons by UEFA on Friday for “serious breaches” of spending rules and failing to cooperate with investigators in a seismic ruling against one of world football's wealthiest clubs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

European soccer draws inspiration from movie to coach girls

LONDON (AP) — Nadine Kessler's journey to the top of women's soccer had its challenges.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Financial irregularities in African soccer exposed by audit

Financial irregularities across African football have been unearthed in a confidential audit of the continent’s governing body that raises concerns about the legitimacy of millions of dollars of cash payments that were distributed to executives and national associations with sparse records.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Financial irregularities in African soccer exposed by audit

Financial irregularities across African football have been unearthed in a confidential audit of the continent’s governing body that raises concerns about the legitimacy of millions of dollars of cash payments that were distributed to executives and national associations with sparse records.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Financial irregularities in African soccer exposed by audit

Financial irregularities across African football have been unearthed in a confidential audit of the continent’s governing body that raises concerns about the legitimacy of millions of dollars of cash payments that were distributed to executives and national associations with sparse records.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Trials of concussion substitutes could be coming to soccer

LONDON (AP) — Concussion substitutions could be trialed in English soccer next season after proposals were presented to the game’s lawmakers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

One deal agents can't reach in transfer window is with FIFA

LONDON (AP) — The super agents of soccer have pressing priorities beyond trading players in the January transfer window: Protecting their ability to enjoy unrestricted cuts of deals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

'This isn't good enough': Solskjaer's Man United loses again

LONDON (AP) — Ole Gunnar Solskjaer knows how badly he's doing at Manchester United. However, the manager can't seem to find any solutions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

'This isn't good enough': Solskjaer's Man United loses again

LONDON (AP) — Ole Gunnar Solskjaer knows how badly he's doing at Manchester United. However, the manager can't seem to find any solutions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

One deal agents can't reach in transfer window is with FIFA

LONDON (AP) — The super agents of soccer have pressing priorities beyond trading players in the January transfer window: Protecting their ability to enjoy unrestricted cuts of deals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

In Liverpool, Man United sees the pain and path to recovery

LONDON (AP) — A trip to Anfield is a journey into Manchester United's deepest anxieties.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO