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SPORTS.YAHOO.COMOn This Day (1st Aug 1992): Sunderland Continue To Stumble In Pre-Season With A Defeat At CarlisleIn the third of five first-team warm-up friendlies of the 1992/93 season, The Lads suffered what was viewed at the time as an embarrassing defeat at Brunton Park.There are still many fans who view a defeat, or even a draw, against lower-league opposition in pre-season games as a hugely negative outcome (look at the joy that some of our fans took in the visitors draw at Gateshead last week). However, I think such games were scrutinised even more heavily as recently as five or six years ago.So, coming off an excellent FA Cup run and final against Liverpool in May, it was seen as quite a scalp for Carlisle United. As it turned out, all it really heralded was a rather abysmal season for the Black Cats, who only avoided relegation to the Third Division thanks to results elsewhere.As quite often was the case for Sunderland, there was either no, or perhaps just one, home fixture in the build-up to the new season. This came the following week, in a match against Tottenham Hotspur to celebrate Sunderland being granted city status.As I hope most even-minded fans now accept, pre-season games are almost entirely about fitness and dont often provide much of an indication of the seasons direction. Nevertheless, it is in nobodys interest for coaches and players to be doubting themselves before the opening games, when the real battle begins.So, the 3-2 defeat at Carlisle wasnt ideal in a five-match practice run that ultimately produced three draws and two defeats.Carlisle had propped up the Football League the previous season and, of course, playing Sunderland was a big occasion. They were certainly up for the challenge, and the Cumbrians were two goals ahead by half-time thanks to strikes from George Oghani and Andy Watson.They extended their lead early in the second half from the penalty spot through Andy Barnsley in the 63rd minute, leaving The Lads clearly shell-shocked.Sunderland eventually hit back with two late goals from trialist Terry Butcher and Don Goodman. However, the travelling supporters, who made up nearly half of the 3,000 crowd, saw little cause for optimism with the new season just two weeks away.Despite local newspaper reports at the time expressing optimism for Carlisles campaign, they too would struggle, eventually finishing third from bottom of the Fourth Division.Oghani, a signing from Burnley who had only put pen to paper a few hours before kick-off, was one of seven new faces in the Carlisle side and immediately struck up an understanding with Watson.He broke the deadlock when Watson danced his way to the byline and his cross rebounded off John Kay. Oghani was on hand to stab the ball past the advancing Tony Norman.Six minutes later, David Scope beat the Sunderland offside trap before squaring for the on-rushing Watson, who hammered home Carlisles second.A somewhat bedraggled Sunderland tried to inject some energy into proceedings after the break, making three changes.However, it was local lad Gary Owers who came closest when his powerful header from a Rogan cross crashed against the crossbar.Just two minutes later, Carlisle all but put the game beyond Sunderlands reach, taking a three-goal lead from the penalty spot after Sampson handled the ball.Once again, Oghani was at the heart of the move, deftly chipping the ball over substitute goalkeeper Tim Carter. The former Goole defender could do little more than get fingertips to the ball, leaving Barnsley to make no mistake from the spot.Butcher reduced the deficit when he headed home an Owers cross and, six minutes from time, Don Goodman struck to make the scoreline slightly more respectable.All in all, though, it was a forgettable afternoon for the Black Cats.Score: Carlisle United 3-2 Sunderland AFCScorers: Oghani (34), Watson (40), Barnsley (pen 63)Butcher (65), Goodman (84)Team: Norman (46 Carter), Kay, Rogan (79 Martin Gray), Owers, Butcher, Sampson, Colquhoun, Cunningham, Byrne (46 Davenport), Armstrong (46 Brian Atkinson)Attendance: 2,960Referee: Les Norden (Cumbria)Malcolm Crosby, who had been appointed permanent manager not long before the FA Cup Final, largely due to fan pressure on then chairman Bob Murray, did not last beyond January.The final straw came with Sunderlands FA Cup exit at the hands of Sheffield Wednesday following an uncharacteristic error by goalkeeper Tony Norman, which inspired the fanzine Its An Easy One For Norman still one of my favourite fanzine titles ever.The aforementioned trialist, Terry Butcher, who had been brought in to play under Crosby, eventually took over the reins.The wider discussion about the importance of friendlies continues to be debated and, in all fairness, may never go away.However, in the current climate, under the current regime, Id like to think that most fans now see them for what they mainly are fitness exercises rather than meaningful indicators of what is to come.0 Commentarii 0 Distribuiri 106 Views 0 previzualizare
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SPORTS.YAHOO.COMSunderland AFC: The Club They Want To Stay At!While others spend their summers firefighting, Sunderland are quietly and calmly building. Stable ownership, a united dressing room and a coaching staff fully invested in the project have turned the club into one players want to join and more importantly, want to remain.In years gone by, the reality was very much the opposite; Sunderland were always the club that paid over the odds for bang average players that didnt want to live in the North East but wanted to chase the bright lights of London, or live in the mansions of Cheshire.Gone are the days of Lee Congerton, Roberto de Fanti and Jim Rodwell struggling through transfer windows under the stewardship of Ellis Short, Stewart Donald and pardon my French Charlie Methven, as well as paying over the odds for players like Modibo Diakite, Jozy Altidore, Jack Rodwell and Will Grigg.Since Kyril Louis-Dreyfus took over, bringing in Kristjaan Speakman alongside a new transfer model, focussing on bringing in young players, realising their potential and selling at a profit, the whole culture of the club has done a full 180, with a squad full of players that want to be at the club, and fewer and fewer instances of our top players searching for moves elsewhere.Whilst we had a concerning week or so given Chelseas pursuit of Granit Xhaka in June, the club showed tremendous resolve in keeping hold of the captain and of convincing him that Sunderland is the right place to be.In the past, a summer such as this wouldve seen numerous players Xhaka included pushing for moves to the so-called bigger clubs, either leaving Sunderland chasing shadows in trying replace them or being left with unhappy players stinking the place out every week (Lamine Kone ringing any bells?)Off the field, Rgis Le Bris speaks like a coach fully invested in a long-term project rather than someone passing through. Florent Ghisolfi arrived with a clear brief and has also fully embraced the challenge as well as life in the North East. The clubs aim is clear: develop talent, improve the squad and build sustainably.Another thing to look at is the way players leave the club in recent years, leaving with respect and love for the club, rather than relief. Eliezer Mayenda and Dennis Cirkin both posting very touching goodbyes on their social medias, showing the impact the club and supporters have had on both of them. Its time for me to say goodbye. and it isnt easy.Three years ago, I arrived at Sunderland as a young player with big dreams. Today, I leave with memories and emotions that I will carry with me forever.I had the privilege of wearing this shirt, sharing unforgettable moments with my teammates and experience that magical day at Wembley with all of you, when we helped bring Sunderland back where it belongs: the Premier League.I would like to thank Chairman Kyril Louis-Dreyfus. Thank you for believing in me and giving me the opportunity to join this incredible club. I will always be grateful. Thank you to my team mates, the staff and everyone who works so hard every day to make this club what it is.And finallyTo you, the supporters. From day one, you believed in me. Season after season, you stood by me. I arrived here as Eliezer. I leave as your Big Man. Ill carry that name with me forever.You have to experience Sunderland to truly understand what Sunderland Til I Die really means. As I leave this club, one thing is certain: Sunderland will always be a part of me. Thank you for everything. HAWAY THE LADS.Eliezer Mayenda. Your Big Man.These things may seem small to some people, but it matters more than many realise.Recruitment is about much more than wages and bonuses. Footballers and agents talk, and what weve done with the likes of Jobe Bellingham, developing players before finding a good move that works not only for the club but the player themselves, is a message thatll be passed around the footballing world and will convince many agents that Sunderland is the right place for their clients to play football.At Sunderland, every single person from the ownership down to the academy is united in their vision to take the club to the top and to maximise the potential of this massive footballing institution.For supporters of a certain age, this is perhaps the strangest feeling of any in recent years confidence in the people running the club.Half of us still expect the next crisis to appear around every corner, yet Sunderland keep improving, and supporting the club keeps getting better year by year. Were finally becoming what weve always had the potential to be: a well-run football club competing at the top of English and European football.A club players want to play for. A place where players want to stay in order to improve themselves and the club.A contrast to many clubs throughout football, where players push for moves and look to move on to bigger and better things. Where managers leave clubs in the lurch weeks before seasons begin and supporters and local journalists melt down at a lack of resolve to keep their best players.Sunderland are becoming the envy of many, with the phrase doing a Sunderland taking on a whole new meaning in recent years. Now we need to build and keep riding the wave of momentum, moving forward year by year until we reach the top.0 Commentarii 0 Distribuiri 109 Views 0 previzualizare
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SPORTS.YAHOO.COMRafaela has 2-run homer to spark a 5-run 7th as Red Sox rally past Dodgers, 9-4LOS ANGELES (AP) Ceddane Rafaela's go-ahead two-run homer highlighted a five-run seventh inning and the Boston Red Sox rallied after blowing an early lead to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 9-4 on Friday night in the series opener.The Red Sox led 3-0 in the third before the Dodgers scored a run in the fourth and three more in the fifth on Shohei Ohtani's two-run, two-out blast to take a 4-3 lead.Ohtani was 2 for 5 with two runs and two RBIs a night after sitting out because of lingering soreness in his left knee that has kept the two-way superstar off the mound since July 3. Dodgers reliever Cole Irvin (0-1) gave up a leadoff walk to Nick Sogard in the fifth. Rafaela followed with a 405-foot shot to left that put the Red Sox back in front, 5-4.Andruw Monasterio's two-run RBI double and Jarren Duran's RBI groundout to Irvin extended the lead to 8-4.Irvin gave up six runs and eight hits over six innings of relief with five strikeouts in his first outing in the majors since 2024. He had his Triple-A contract selected earlier in the day. Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras was hit in the helmet by a pitch from Dodgers reliever Will Klein in the third and left the game for precautionary reasons.Boston reliever Brayan Bello (3-6) got the win with three hits over four innings. Ohtanis 24th homer came off reliever Jovani Morn. The left-hander had just entered after starter Ranger Surez gave up an RBI single to Eliezer Alfonzo. Freddie Freeman went 3 for 4 and extended his hitting streak to 10 games longest by a Dodger this season with a two-out RBI single that scored Ohtani in the fourth.Up next Red Sox LHP Payton Tolle (6-6, 3.32 ERA) was set to start Saturday against Dodgers RHP Yoshinobu Yamamoto (11-6, 2.72). ___AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/MLB0 Commentarii 0 Distribuiri 28 Views 0 previzualizare
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SPORTS.YAHOO.COMEnzo Maresca knows that his Manchester City squad needs further strengtheningEnzo Maresca knows that his Manchester City squad needs further strengtheningManchester City have signed four players so far this summer. Elliot Anderson, Pierce Charles, Jeremy Monga and Mathys Detourbet have all signed for City. However, only Elliot Anderson would be considered a first team signing for the FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders. There remains work to be done in the transfer market for City to further strengthen Enzo Marescas squad for the upcoming season. Enzl Maresca has acknowledged this when he spoke yesterday ahead of Manchester Citys first preseason friendly against Inter Milan, which takes place later today.Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Manchester City remain on the lookout for further signings.Speaking yesterday, in his first pre-game press conference as Manchester City manager, Enzo Maresca confirmed that City remain in the market for further signings. Speaking on Manchester Citys plans, in terms of incoming players, Maresca explained: We are talking with Hugo and the club about some targets. It is a normal situation when the transfer window is open anything can happen. For sure, we are going to do something but we are looking at different positions.Enzo Marescas squad only needs fine-tuning in specific areas, although that could change depending on who departs the club.The areas that Manchester City are aiming to strengthen in the transfer market this summer are now well known. City needs another right-back, one or possibly two midfielders, and another winger. If they can succeed in filling those positions they will give Enzo Maresca the squad he desires to enter the 2026-27 season with. The summer transfer window isnt due to close until Monday, September 1. So there is plenty of time remaining for the FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders to find the players they need.However, Manchester Citys transfer plans may change depending on which players leave the club this summer. Depending on what happens with Rodri, City may need two midfielders. Any other positions they may need to bolster will depend on who else departs the club. It does seem that Manchester Citys squad is an unknown entity at this stage. It will likely only take shape once the summer transfer window closes.Manchester City remain in the market for reinforcements for Enzo Marescas squad. The City manager confirmed this yesterday in Hong Kong. There is still a vast amount of time remaining in the summer transfer window for this requirement to be filled. It is now a question of who the FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders will target to bolster the right-back and wing positions especially.0 Commentarii 0 Distribuiri 28 Views 0 previzualizare
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SPORTS.YAHOO.COMWWE SummerSlam 2026 Night 1: What Time Does It Start On Saturday?OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - JULY 24: Cody Rhodes and CM Punk face off during SmackDown at Oakland Arena on July 24, 2026 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Melina Pizano/WWE via Getty Images)WWE via Getty ImagesI was worried at first, but SummerSlam 2026 came together decently. All the go-home shows are in the books. All the pre-event mic work is over. It's time for two nights of professional wrestling from the premier promotion in the world in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Let's talk wrestling.Key FactsDate: Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026Start time: 6 p.m. ETVenue: U.S. Bank Stadium, MinneapolisU.S. streaming: ESPN App, ESPN Unlimited subscription requiredInternational: NetflixNight 1 main event: CM Punk vs. Cody Rhodes, Undisputed WWE ChampionshipSubscription details are on ESPN's streaming page, and the official WWE site carries card updates through Saturday.What Time Does WWE SummerSlam 2026 Night 1 Start?Night 1 begins at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, Aug. 1 from U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. That's 5 p.m. CT, 4 p.m. MT and 3 p.m. PT. Night 2 runs the same 6 p.m. ET start on Sunday.In the United States the show streams on the ESPN App and requires an ESPN Unlimited plan. International viewers get it on Netflix. Match order has not been confirmed by WWE, so the 6 p.m. ET figure is the card start rather than a guide to when any individual bout begins.WWE SummerSlam 2026 Night 1 Full CardSix matches are set for Saturday.Undisputed WWE Championship: CM Punk (c) vs. Cody RhodesHell in a Cell: Brock Lesnar vs. Oba FemiWomen's World Championship: Liv Morgan (c) vs. IYO SKYSingles: Gunther vs. Nick AldisSix-man tag: LA Knight, Solo Sikoa and Royce Keys vs. The Bloodline (Jey Uso, Jimmy Uso and Jacob Fatu)Six-woman tag: The Bella Twins and Paige vs. Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley and Lainey Reid)ESPN's Joe Tessitore revealed the two-night split on Monday, ending weeks of speculation about how the 12 matches would divide across the weekend. My full card and location breakdown covers both nights.The Two Main Events ProblemIt feels like Night 1 has two main events. Punk-Rhodes is the official headliner, and it could be epic especially if Rhodes turns heel. However, Femi-Lesnar might be the biggest non-title match in recent WWE history. That one definitely feels like a main event.Lesnar and Femi are settling a trilogy inside Hell in a Cell, which is the structural reason it carries main event weight without a belt attached. Liv Morgan's title defense against IYO SKY adds a third bout with a legitimate claim on the closing slot, since it's Morgan's first televised defense of the reign.The Match Most People Will UnderrateIf you're looking for a match that could steal the show, keep an eye on Gunther vs. Nick Aldis. I know it's been three years since Aldis wrestled and many who only pay attention to WWE may not be aware of how good he was when he was active. Aldis can work and he's an excellent storyteller in the ring. This one will be physical and Aldis might just surprise some people.Aldis makes his in-ring WWE debut here after joining the company in 2023 as SmackDown General Manager, following long runs in TNA and NWA. Gunther is the kind of opponent who rewards a technical worker, which is the argument for this being the best match on the card rather than a curiosity.This article was originally published on Forbes.com0 Commentarii 0 Distribuiri 32 Views 0 previzualizare