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Nottingham Forest 2-1 Man Utd: Player ratings as awful Red Devils fall back into crisis

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Manchester United tumbled right back into chaos on Saturday evening with an abysmal 2-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest. With fans cautiously optimistic after the comeback win over Aston Villa, United put on an attacking disasterclass which saw them struggle to get shots on goal and they deservedly fell behind to a strike from Nicolas Dominguez after the break. A mistake from Forest goalkeeper Matt Turner handed Marcus Rashford an equaliser but parity would not last long as Morgan Gibbs-White pounced on some poor defending to secure a well-earned three points for Nuno Espirito Santo's men. How the game unfolded Dominguez saw a strike blocked inside the opening minute as Forest made a bright start to proceedings, while an uncomfortable clearance from Raphael Varane gave goalkeeper Andre Onana a huge scare when the ball ricocheted perilously across his goal line. United's first actual shot came in the 33rd minute as Aaron Wan-Bissaka's strike from outside the box was blocked and

Lions vs Cowboys Week 17 NFL Picks, Predictions & Best Bets | Pickswise 

NFL Week 17 continues with a Saturday night special between the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys. It’s a crucial contest; even though both teams have already secured playoff spots, each is in contention for the #1 seed in the NFC and Dallas is trying to chase down the Philadelphia Eagles in the East Division. Our NFL experts are 127-107-6 on their spread picks this season for +24 units. In this betting guide we have our best bets, prop picks and even a Same Game Parlay at +1248 odds! Let’s dive in.     NFL TNF Lions vs Cowboys picks Detroit Lions vs Dallas Cowboys predictions   Lions vs Cowboys best player prop bets Lions vs Cowboys touchdown scorer best bets — picks at +100 and +120 odds!       Lions vs Cowboys Same Game Parlay Don’t miss our Lions vs Cowboys Same Game Parlay at +1248 odds!  Other NFL Week 17 predictions Miami Dolphins vs Baltimore Ravens predictions   New Orleans Saints vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers predictions   Green Bay Packers vs Minnesota Vik

Heat vs Warriors Picks, Predictions & Odds Tonight - NBA

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The Warriors have caught fire in the wake of Draymond Green’s suspension, finding their rotation and reeling off five straight victories before a close loss in Denver. Tonight, they’ll return home with a chance to make a statement with a win over Miami in the latest NBA odds. Can the Heat remain tough on the road, or will they cave here against a trendy Golden State team? Let's get right into it with our in-depth NBA picks and predictions for Heat vs. Warriors on December 28. Heat vs Warriors odds Heat vs Warriors predictions Golden State’s defeat at the hands of the mighty Nuggets came in extremely close fashion on Christmas Day, and it has now managed to cover the spread in four straight contests. The strength of this Warriors team of late has lied firmly on the offensive side, where they’ve produced 119.5 points per 100 possessions over the last 10 games, ranking ninth in the league. We know exactly what this team wants to do when it has the ball, too, consi

What unwanted record will Chelsea equal if they lose to Crystal Palace in the Premier League?

Chelsea have endured a turbulent 18 months since BlueCo, a consortium led by LA Dodgers co-owner Todd Boehly, too over the club in May 2022. The Blues are already on their third permanent manager in that time, which doesn’t include Frank Lampard’s caretaker spell in charge between the start of April and the end of May. Former Tottenham Hotspur boss Mauricio Pochettino was appointed as his replacement but could see his new team equal an unwanted record in Wednesday’s Premier League Game at home to Crystal Palace, which they could then break against Luton Town on Saturday. There are any number of metrics we could use to illustrate just how bad a time Chelsea have been having lately, despite BlueCo spending over $1 billion on new players since acquiring the club. Festive football at our home! 🎄#CFC | #CheCry pic.twitter.com/kgA5kVvoRi — Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) December 27, 2023 Chelsea’s second worst Premier League season in 2022-23 The Londoners, who won the Champions Leag

Which teams have lost the most Boxing Day matches in Premier League history?

Remember when English top-flight Game s were played on Christmas Day ? Most of us don’t, but it did happen once upon time. Since a 4-2 win for Blackpool over Blackburn Rovers in 1965, no fixtures have been played on 25 December, with Boxing Day instead taking centre stage over the festive period . The first matches played the day after Christmas were held in 1957 and have been a mainstay on the English calendar ever since, becoming one of the eagerly-anticipated rounds of the season, particularly since the creation of the Premier League in 1992. For match-goers, it’s an opportunity to get together with like-minded supporters and a day out during the holidays . For armchair fans, it’s an excuse to pig out on leftover turkey, boxes of chocolate and enjoy a post-Christmas tipple in front of the television . United lead Arsenal and Liverpool for Boxing Day victories As far as clubs are concerned, Manchester United are presumably the club that most looks forward to playing on Boxing

Christmas Day (December 25th)

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Quick facts When is it? Every December 25th Tagged as Countries & Cultures Historical Interest Religion & Belief What's the hashtag? #ChristmasDay Have we missed something? Celebrated on December 25th each year, Christmas Day is a holiday that commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, who is the central figure of Christianity. It is a time for Christians around the world to come together and celebrate Jesus and the message of love, peace, and redemption that he brings. History of Christmas Day The origins of Christmas Day can be traced back to ancient times, when many cultures all over the world celebrated various winter festivals and religious holidays. In particular, the ancient Romans celebrated Saturnalia, a winter festival that honored the agricultural god Saturn and included gift-giving, feasting, and other revelries. The celebration of Christmas as we know it today, however, has its roots in the Christian tradition. According to the Christian

Time Capsule From the Triassic! 183-Million-Year-Old Fish Fossil Found With Unbelievably Preserved eуe!

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A 3D fish fossil complete with eyeball was found alongside a һoѕt of marine Animals in a farmer’s field in Gloucestershire, UK. The fossil is thought to be around 183 million years old. Image credit: Dr Dean Lomax The remarkably well-preserved prehistoric fish was ᴜпeагtһed in a farmer’s field in Gloucestershire, UK. Believed to be around 183 million years old, the 3D fish complete with eyeball was exсаⱱаted together with a range of marine Animals previously hidden beneath a field used for grazing English Longhorn cattle. “These foѕѕіɩѕ come from the Early Jurassic, specifically a time called the Toarcian,” explained fossil collectors Sally and Neville Hollingworth to IFL Science . “The clay layers exposed at this site near Stroud have yielded a ѕіɡпіfісапt number of well-preserved marine vertebrate foѕѕіɩѕ that are comparable to the famous and exquisitely preserved similar fauna of the Strawberry Bank Lagerstätte from Ilminster, Somerset – a prehistoric site of exceptional

What happens if Manchester City and Fluminense tie in the 2023 FIFA Club World Cup final?

Having already won the UEFA Champions League, the Premier League and the FA Cup, Manchester City have the opportunity to complete a near-perfect 2023 (they didn’t win the League Cup, after all…) on Friday when they take on Fluminense in the final of the FIFA Club World Cup at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Manchester City - Fluminenese: Follow the live action here! City and Fluminense chasing first Club World Cup victory Pep Guardiola’s side entered the com Pet ition at the semi- final stage where they had little trouble disposing of Japanese team Urawa Red Diamonds, running out 3-0 winners despite the absences of star duo Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne. That set up a final showdown against Copa Libertadores holders Fluminense , who saw off Egypt’s Al Ahly in the last four thanks to second-half strikes from Jhon Arias and John Kennedy. A first-time winner is guaranteed, with both clubs making their debuts in the com Pet ition. #ClubWC final on our mind! ⭐️

MotoGP working to have second US race, says Trackhouse owner

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Following the collapse of RNF Racing at the end of the 2023 MotoGP season, NASCAR outfit Trackhouse – owned by Marks and the musician Pitbull – has taken over the grid slots vacated by the Malaysian squad. Trackhouse’s arrival in MotoGP comes as the series looks to expand its presence in America. MotoGP last held multiple races in the US in 2015, when the calendar featured COTA and Indianapolis, while in 2013 there were three grand prix in the country. Since 2016, MotoGP has only had one grand prix in America and the overall interest in the series has dropped off in recent years. In an exclusive interview with Motorsport.com, Marks says Dorna Sports is working towards adding a second grand prix in America but admits the number of available circuits able to host the series is low. “America is a very big country, and having more than one grand prix would help,” Marks said. “Just the announcement and promotion of a new circuit would make MotoGP shi

Who plays NFL Thursday Night Football? Week 16 game, time, how to watch on TV, stream online

The upcoming matchup between the Los Angeles Rams and the New Orleans Saints is highly important for both teams as they aim to secure a win that will boost their chances of making it to the playoffs. The Rams have been performing well lately, with only one loss against the Baltimore Ravens in overtime. Kon Williams’ return to the starting lineup has contributed to the team’s success. How to watch Thursday Night Football? The Thursday Night Football game, played at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on December 21, kicks off at 8:15 p.m. ET/5:15 p.m. PT. You can watch the Week 16 opening duel on: TV: FOX Streaming: Amazon Prime, NFL+ Los Angeles Rams In their last game against the Washington Commanders, the Rams were led by Matthew Stafford’s impressive performance. Stafford completed 25 of 33 passes for 258 yards, with no interceptions and two touchdowns. Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua also played a significant role in the passing game. Watch Thursday Night Football live stream only

National Emo Day (December 19th)

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Quick facts When is it? Every December 19th Tagged as Music What's the hashtag? #NationalEmoDay Have we missed something? For those who love Emo music, Emo fashion and Emo culture, this is the day to celebrate – in a dark and emotional way, of course. It’s time to embrace National Emo Day. History of National Emo Day Getting its start in the 1980s, the Emo subculture and genre of music was born out of post-hardcore, alternative rock, indie rock and punk rock. The signature of Emo is the lyrics that lean particularly toward an emotional nature. Bands such as Jimmy Eat World, Fallout Boy and Weezer were some of the most well known Emo groups that broke through into a more mainstream place. Emo bands and followers often have a signature way that they dress, wearing a lot of black clothing, pale skin with heavy eye makeup, studded belts and jewelry, band tees and facial or body piercings. Today, National Emo Day is notable as a day when people show appreciatio

Erik ten Hag praises Man Utd defender's performance in Liverpool draw

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Erik ten Hag has hailed the performance of Raphael Varane in Manchester United's hard fought draw with Liverpool on Sunday. Varane has been sporadically utilised by Ten Hag throughout the 2023/24 campaign so far, with reports even suggesting that the player was keen to leave Man Utd during the upcoming January transfer window. The veteran defender was drafted back into the starting lineup on Sunday thanks to the ailment suffered by Harry Maguire during the midweek defeat to Bayern Munich, and he thoroughly impressed - racking up 15 clearances and winning 100% of his duals at Anfield. Speaking to the press after the win, Ten Hag was keen to single out Varane for praise , saying: "We know what he [Varane] is capable of, he has many such performance s and I think he did very well as the whole team in the partnership with Jonny Evans. "Both led the team from the back, also Andre Onana played a big part in it but I can mention all the players because it was a really good tea

Raúl Jiménez sent off: Why did he receive a red? How many Premier League games will he miss?

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Raúl Jiménez was sent off in the first half of Fulham’s Premier League match against Newcastle United on Saturday. The Mexican striker received his marching orders after just 22 minutes at St James’ Park. With the scoreline at 0-0, Jiménez was given a straight red card after flying into a challenge with Newcastle player Sean Longstaff, who remained on the ground for some time after the knock. The experienced striker jumped into the air and collided with the midfielder in the face, before being dismissed after the VAR review was upgraded. Full screen Raúl Jiménez after being shown a red card. SCOTT HEPPELL REUTERS Jiménez this season Before the Newcastle Game , the Mexico international had scored four goals in 15 Premier League appearances for the Craven Cottage outfit this season. Fulham had won three of their last four matches ahead of Saturday’s fixture, including consecutive 5-0 wins over Nottingham Forest and West Ham. Raúl Jiménez Fulham delantero México Statistics How many games

Will Erling Haaland play for Manchester City in the Premier League this weekend?

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Manchester City return to Premier League action this weekend when they take on Crystal Palace at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday. Due to injury, City striker Erling Haaland has missed the club’s last two Game s , the Champions League win over Red Star Belgrade in midweek (3-2) and the Premier League victory (2-1) against Luton Town last weekend . Full screen Erling Haaland. TIM KEETON EFE Guardiola provides Haaland update Speaking at his press conference, City boss Pep Guardiola said he does not expect Haaland to play against Palace as he continues to struggle with a foot injury. Guardiola admitted that the 23-year-old has been receiving treatment for the issue. “He’s been having treatment away,” said Guardiola. “He arrived today and we’ll see; the doctors will see him. “Hopefully he can Travel to Saudi after the Game and after we’ll see if he’s able to play the first Game or second.” Doubt for Palace When asked if Haaland would play against Palace, the Catalan coach continued: “I d

Instagram’s Notes will let you post short video updates

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Instagram is launching a new feature update to Notes, which will let users post short video updates as Status. Launched a year ago, Notes would previously let its users post text or emojis as statuses. The short video notes can be up to two seconds, displaying as a looping video status which will be visible to your followers or close friends for up to 24 hours. While the feature may be quite confusing with the current Stories feature, the short two-second video might not replace Stories and make room for itself. Read: Threads to run tests to make posts available on other social media platforms Lasting only 24 hours, Notes video can only be captured with the front-facing camera and not be a picture uploaded from the Photo Library. Users can access the feature by going through their inbox and tapping on their photo to access the Notes tray. Viewers will be able to now respond to Notes using audio, photos, video, gifs and stickers, previously only limited to text.