Soccer: Leicester’s Vardy got death threats over Ranieri sacking
(Reuters) – Leicester City’s Jamie Vardy has said he was subjected to death threats and his wife targeted by aggressive motorists after allegations that he contributed to the sacking of manager Claudio Ranieri.
Ice hockey: U.S. women’s team hold productive talks in wage fight
(Reuters) – The U.S. women’s ice hockey team threatening to boycott the world championships over a wage dispute held productive talks with USA Hockey on Monday and will continue discussions this week in the hope of reaching a deal.
NFL: National Football League roundup
(The Sports Xchange) – New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady’s stolen game-worn jersey from Super Bowl LI has been recovered, the NFL confirmed Monday.
Soccer: South Africa hit by new crisis after match-fixing revelations
CAPE TOWN (Reuters) – South African soccer was embroiled in another scandal on Monday when FIFA said the national team’s World Cup qualifying win over Senegal last year was fixed, leaving the legacy of the country’s hosting of the 2010 finals in more t…
Soccer: Argentina players continue to shun reporters
BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) – Argentina’s players, who have been arriving in Buenos Aires for World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Bolivia, are sticking to a decision dating back to November not to talk to the media.
Warriors, Timberwolves to play two preseason games in China
(Reuters) – Two-times reigning Most Valuable Player Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors are headed to China for two preseason games against the Minnesota Timberwolves in October, the NBA said on Monday.
Soccer: Belgium’s Hazard ruled out of Greece qualifier
BRUSSELS (Reuters) – Belgium’s Eden Hazard has not recovered from a calf injury in time for Saturday’s World Cup qualifier with Greece in Brussels, coach Roberto Martinez told a news conference on Monday.
Tiger a hit with fans at New York book signing
NEW YORK (Reuters) – Tiger Woods has been largely absent from the golf circuit for nearly two years due to nagging back problems but the 14-times major champion can still draw a crowd.
Snow, skis and sunsets
(Reuters) – Reuters photographer Paul Hanna covered this month’s FIS Freestyle Ski and Snowboard World Championships in Spain’s Sierra Nevada mountains. Below is his account of capturing the breathtaking mid-air images.
Soccer: Man City charged with misconduct in Liverpool game
LONDON (Reuters) – Manchester City were charged with misconduct by the FA on Monday for the way their players reacted to a 50th minute penalty that saw Liverpool take the lead in Sunday’s 1-1 Premier League draw at the Etihad stadium.
