Belenenses are set to lock horns against Vitoria de Guimaraes in Portuguese Primeira Liga 2019-20 on Thursday in what promises to be a cracking encounter. From being in the relegation battle to emerging as one of the most in-form outfits in the league, Belenenses have come out strong in the Portuguese Liga.

Ever since the resumption of the league, Belenenses have been climbing up the points table and defeated Aves 2-0 in the last round.

Meanwhile, Vitoria have also been on a terrific run and have won their last four fixtures. On the other hand, Belenenses are also unbeaten in the last five matches.&nbsp;

With two sides approaching the match in such a rampant form, it will be interesting to see which team comes out on top on Thursday. However, as per odds, Vitoria de Guimaraes are favourite to clinch all three points.

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<h2>BEL vs VIT, My Dream11 Prediction: Primeira Liga 2019-20</h2>

Duarte, Teixeira, Koffi, Varela, Bondarenko, Hanin, Almeida (VC), Santos, Pereira, Teixeira (C), Carlos, Duarte, Edwards

BEL probable lineup vs VIT: Koffi, Varela, Santos, Carlos, Silva, Coelho, Phete, Esgaio, Show, Lica, Cassierra

VIT probable Playing XI vs BEL: Bondarenko, Hanin, Almeida, Pereira, Teixeira, Duarte, Edwards, Douglas, Sacko, Pepe, Evangelista 
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Belenenses are set to lock horns against Vitoria de Guimaraes in Portuguese Primeira Liga 2019-20 on Thursday in what promises to be a cracking encounter. From being in the relegation battle to emerging as one of the most in-form outfits in the league, Belenenses have come out strong in the Portuguese Liga.

Belenenses are set to lock horns against Vitoria de Guimaraes in Portuguese Primeira Liga 2019-20 on Thursday in what promises to be a cracking encounter. From being in the relegation battle to emerging as one of the most in-form outfits in the league, Belenenses have come out strong in the Portuguese Liga. Ever since the resumption of the league, Belenenses have been climbing up the points table and defeated Aves 2-0 in the last round. Meanwhile, Vitoria have also been on a terrific run and have won their last four fixtures. On the other hand, Belenenses are also unbeaten in the last five matches. With two sides approaching the match in such a rampant form, it will be interesting to see which team comes out on top on Thursday. However, as per odds, Vitoria de Guimaraes are favourite to clinch all three points. ALSO READ: Premier League clubs post record revenue but face COVID-19 impact - report BEL vs VIT, My Dream11 Prediction: Primeira Liga 2019-20 Duarte, Teixeira, Koffi, Varela, Bondarenko, Hanin, Almeida (VC), Santos, Pereira, Teixeira (C), Carlos, Duarte, Edwards BEL probable lineup vs VIT: Koffi, Varela, Santos, Carlos, Silva, Coelho, Phete, Esgaio, Show, Lica, Cassierra VIT probable Playing XI vs BEL: Bondarenko, Hanin, Almeida, Pereira, Teixeira, Duarte, Edwards, Douglas, Sacko, Pepe, Evangelista

BEL vs VIT, Dream11 Prediction: Best picks, fantasy football tips for Belenenses and Vitoria de Guimaraes

UEFA is set to decide the road map to conclude the 2019-20 Champions League and Europa League competitions which have been put on hold since March due to COVID-19 pandemic. UEFA in its statement, on Thursday, said that the executive committee would meet via video-conference on June 17 with the top agenda being “round of 16 onwards and related determinations” for both the top European competitions.

The Champions League final was originally slated to be played in Istanbul with the Europa League summit clash scheduled in Gdansk, Poland. However, UEFA has already confirmed that a “variety of options” were being looked in a bid to conclude the two tournaments.

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These could include playing the remaining rounds of matches in a single venue and cut the quarter-final and semis to one leg matches instead of traditional two. However, Champions League would need to complete the remaining four Champions League round of 16 matches with Atletico Madrid, Paris St Germain, Atalanta and RB Leipzig already qualified for the quarterfinals.&nbsp;

Whereas in Europa League, two round of 16 first-leg matches still needs to be played with all the second legs still pending.

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The Mayor of Madrid has already confirmed that the Spanish capital is in talks about hosting the UCL final if there is any shift.

The UEFA executive committee meeting will also discuss the schedule and venues for the EURO 2020 which was postponed until 2021. The 24-team competition will be played across 12 cities across Europe.

UEFA is set to decide the road map to conclude the 2019-20 Champions League and Europa League competitions which have been put on hold since March due to COVID-19 pandemic.

UEFA is set to decide the road map to conclude the 2019-20 Champions League and Europa League competitions which have been put on hold since March due to COVID-19 pandemic. UEFA in its statement, on Thursday, said that the executive committee would meet via video-conference on June 17 with the top agenda being “round of 16 onwards and related determinations” for both the top European competitions. The Champions League final was originally slated to be played in Istanbul with the Europa League summit clash scheduled in Gdansk, Poland. However, UEFA has already confirmed that a “variety of options” were being looked in a bid to conclude the two tournaments. ALSO READ: Premier League clubs post record revenue but face COVID-19 impact - report These could include playing the remaining rounds of matches in a single venue and cut the quarter-final and semis to one leg matches instead of traditional two. However, Champions League would need to complete the remaining four Champions League round of 16 matches with Atletico Madrid, Paris St Germain, Atalanta and RB Leipzig already qualified for the quarterfinals. Whereas in Europa League, two round of 16 first-leg matches still needs to be played with all the second legs still pending. ALSO READ: Premier League: One new coronavirus case from 1213 tests The Mayor of Madrid has already confirmed that the Spanish capital is in talks about hosting the UCL final if there is any shift. The UEFA executive committee meeting will also discuss the schedule and venues for the EURO 2020 which was postponed until 2021. The 24-team competition will be played across 12 cities across Europe.

UEFA to decide Champions League, Europa League conclusion on June 17

World number one Rory McIlroy&nbsp;says his game is as sharp as possible and he feels in a safe environment as the US&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;Tour returns to competition Thursday.

After three months idled due to the coronavirus pandemic, the four-time major champion from Northern Ireland will tee off&nbsp;without spectators at the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial in Fort Worth, Texas.

There will be face masks and gloves, social distancing, coronavirus tests and temperature-taking to create and maintain a "bubble" of safety for players.

"It really does feel safe. Everything at the course, everything that has been put in place for us, it has felt very robust, very safe," McIlroy said.

"There's sanitizer everywhere you look. I feel safe and I'd say basically everyone else that's here feels the same thing."

McIlroy says his game is as good as can be expected after such a long competition layoff.

"The thing I missed the most was the competition," McIlroy said. "I tried to play with high-caliber players and see where I measured up with them.

"I feel like my game is pretty sharp. I'm as sharp as I can be coming in here... the first couple of days here will be the real test. I'll learn a lot about myself and my game in those first couple of days."

With a spotlight on the first event since The Players Championship was halted after one round in March, McIlroy knows how crucial the week will be for golf and the emergence of sport in general from the COVID-19 outbreak.

"This week is very important. Golf will be the center of the sports world," he said. "For people to have something to watch on TV where they don't know the outcome, I think that will be a good thing."

McIlroy expects a strange atmosphere without fans lining the course, as spectators are not scheduled to attend a&nbsp;PGA&nbsp;event until next month at the Memorial tournament.

"It'll be a little eerie, you're not getting claps or feedback from good shots," McIlroy said. "At the same time, it's what we have to do. It's what we're going to have to live with for the forseeable future."

McIlroy reiterated, however, that he sees no chance of the Ryder Cup, set to be played in September at Whistling Straits, being contested if spectators cannot attend.

"It's either going to be played this year with fans or we'll be kicking it down the road," McIlroy predicted.

"I'm pretty sure they won't carry on without spectators. I don't think that (playing in such an event) would have to be an option that I would consider. I just can't see it going ahead without fans."

McIlroy said the rescheduling of events forced by the pandemic showed golf's global structure could use simplification.

"I don't know if everything being under one umbrella is the solution, but definitely fewer umbrellas is a way forward," McIlroy said.

"The more all these bodies can work together for the greater good of the game can only help everybody."

<h2>- Floyd moves 'wonderful' -</h2>

The greater good beyond golf was also on McIlroy's mind in the wake of two weeks of global protests over the police killing of George Floyd and the concern of racial injustice it has raised.

"I think everyone can be a little more tolerant and a little more educated and not as ignorant," McIlroy said. "The fact that it does seem to be this real will to change and have reform is amazing."

McIlroy called the decision to have a moment of silence and vacant tee time at 8:46 a.m. -- to symbolize the eight minutes and 46 seconds in which a police officer kneeled on Floyd's neck -- "a wonderful gesture" and noted his own golf idol was black, Tiger Woods.

"It didn't matter what color his skin was, what his beliefs were," said McIlory. "As long as we continue to give people from different backgrounds opportunities to be in golf, that can only be a good thing."

World number one Rory McIlroy says his game is as sharp as possible and he feels in a safe environment as the US PGA Tour returns to competition Thursday. After three months idled due to the coronavirus pandemic, the four-time major champion from Northern Ireland will tee off without spectators at the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial in Fort Worth, Texas.

World number one Rory McIlroy says his game is as sharp as possible and he feels in a safe environment as the US PGA Tour returns to competition Thursday. After three months idled due to the coronavirus pandemic, the four-time major champion from Northern Ireland will tee off without spectators at the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial in Fort Worth, Texas. There will be face masks and gloves, social distancing, coronavirus tests and temperature-taking to create and maintain a "bubble" of safety for players. "It really does feel safe. Everything at the course, everything that has been put in place for us, it has felt very robust, very safe," McIlroy said. "There's sanitizer everywhere you look. I feel safe and I'd say basically everyone else that's here feels the same thing." McIlroy says his game is as good as can be expected after such a long competition layoff. "The thing I missed the most was the competition," McIlroy said. "I tried to play with high-caliber players and see where I measured up with them. "I feel like my game is pretty sharp. I'm as sharp as I can be coming in here... the first couple of days here will be the real test. I'll learn a lot about myself and my game in those first couple of days." With a spotlight on the first event since The Players Championship was halted after one round in March, McIlroy knows how crucial the week will be for golf and the emergence of sport in general from the COVID-19 outbreak. "This week is very important. Golf will be the center of the sports world," he said. "For people to have something to watch on TV where they don't know the outcome, I think that will be a good thing." McIlroy expects a strange atmosphere without fans lining the course, as spectators are not scheduled to attend a PGA event until next month at the Memorial tournament. "It'll be a little eerie, you're not getting claps or feedback from good shots," McIlroy said. "At the same time, it's what we have to do. It's what we're going to have to live with for the forseeable future." McIlroy reiterated, however, that he sees no chance of the Ryder Cup, set to be played in September at Whistling Straits, being contested if spectators cannot attend. "It's either going to be played this year with fans or we'll be kicking it down the road," McIlroy predicted. "I'm pretty sure they won't carry on without spectators. I don't think that (playing in such an event) would have to be an option that I would consider. I just can't see it going ahead without fans." McIlroy said the rescheduling of events forced by the pandemic showed golf's global structure could use simplification. "I don't know if everything being under one umbrella is the solution, but definitely fewer umbrellas is a way forward," McIlroy said. "The more all these bodies can work together for the greater good of the game can only help everybody." - Floyd moves 'wonderful' - The greater good beyond golf was also on McIlroy's mind in the wake of two weeks of global protests over the police killing of George Floyd and the concern of racial injustice it has raised. "I think everyone can be a little more tolerant and a little more educated and not as ignorant," McIlroy said. "The fact that it does seem to be this real will to change and have reform is amazing." McIlroy called the decision to have a moment of silence and vacant tee time at 8:46 a.m. -- to symbolize the eight minutes and 46 seconds in which a police officer kneeled on Floyd's neck -- "a wonderful gesture" and noted his own golf idol was black, Tiger Woods. "It didn't matter what color his skin was, what his beliefs were," said McIlory. "As long as we continue to give people from different backgrounds opportunities to be in golf, that can only be a good thing."

No. 1 McIlroy feels safe and sharp in PGA Tour return

Premier League clubs enjoyed a record 5.2 billion pounds ($6.65 billion) of revenue in the 2018-19 season, according to data released by Deloitte on Thursday, but income is expected to decline in the short-term due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The English top flight reinforced its reputation as the richest soccer league in the world by posting a 7% year-on-year increase in revenue, primarily driven by UEFA distributions to the clubs.

Four English clubs featured in the finals of Europe’s two club competitions last season. Liverpool defeated Tottenham Hotspur to lift the Champions League trophy, while Chelsea thrashed Arsenal to claim the Europa League title.

The novel coronavirus outbreak, however, has disrupted the 2019-20 season for the major European leagues.

The report anticipates the Premier League to lose around 1 billion pounds in revenue this season, despite plans to restart the competition on June 17.

Almost 500 million pounds will be lost permanently due to loss of matchday revenue and rebates on broadcast and commercial deals.

The other half is expected to be deferred to the 2020-21 financial year, given almost a quarter of the season will be played beyond June 30.

“Football returning – in a safe and sensible way - is clearly important to limiting the financial impact that the pandemic has had,” Dan Jones, partner and head of the Sports Business Group at Deloitte.

“Much remains uncertain, particularly around the timing and scale of the return of fans to stadiums and the impact on commercial and broadcast partners’ wider businesses.”

The European football market as a whole generated a record 28.9 billion euros ($32.99 billion) in the 2018-19 campaign, with the big five leagues in England, Spain, Germany, France and Italy contributing 17 billion euros, a 9% increase from the previous year.

Premier League clubs enjoyed a record 5.2 billion pounds ($6.65 billion) of revenue in the 2018-19 season, according to data released by Deloitte on Thursday, but income is expected to decline in the short-term due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Premier League clubs enjoyed a record 5.2 billion pounds ($6.65 billion) of revenue in the 2018-19 season, according to data released by Deloitte on Thursday, but income is expected to decline in the short-term due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The English top flight reinforced its reputation as the richest soccer league in the world by posting a 7% year-on-year increase in revenue, primarily driven by UEFA distributions to the clubs. Four English clubs featured in the finals of Europe’s two club competitions last season. Liverpool defeated Tottenham Hotspur to lift the Champions League trophy, while Chelsea thrashed Arsenal to claim the Europa League title. The novel coronavirus outbreak, however, has disrupted the 2019-20 season for the major European leagues. The report anticipates the Premier League to lose around 1 billion pounds in revenue this season, despite plans to restart the competition on June 17. Almost 500 million pounds will be lost permanently due to loss of matchday revenue and rebates on broadcast and commercial deals. The other half is expected to be deferred to the 2020-21 financial year, given almost a quarter of the season will be played beyond June 30. “Football returning – in a safe and sensible way - is clearly important to limiting the financial impact that the pandemic has had,” Dan Jones, partner and head of the Sports Business Group at Deloitte. “Much remains uncertain, particularly around the timing and scale of the return of fans to stadiums and the impact on commercial and broadcast partners’ wider businesses.” The European football market as a whole generated a record 28.9 billion euros ($32.99 billion) in the 2018-19 campaign, with the big five leagues in England, Spain, Germany, France and Italy contributing 17 billion euros, a 9% increase from the previous year.

Premier League clubs post record revenue but face COVID-19 impact - report

The Premier League has confirmed that there was one positive COVID-19 test from the latest round of testing, six days ahead of English top-flight football’s return after as many as 1213 players and staff from 20 clubs were tested on Monday and Tuesday. This was the seventh round of Premier League’s testing programme with only one positive outcome from the latest tests.&nbsp;

There were six positive cases from round one, two from two clubs in the next round, four from two clubs in the following round and none in fourth and fifth rounds. Hence, from the twice-weekly tests, a total of 14 positive cases have been confirmed out of 7,487 tests across the division.&nbsp;

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“The Premier League can today confirm that on Monday 8 June and Tuesday 9 June, 1,213 players and club staff were tested for COVID-19,” the Premier League said in a statement on Wednesday,” the league said in a statement.

“Of these, one has tested positive. The Premier League is providing this aggregated information for the purposes of competition integrity and transparency.

“No specific details as to clubs or individuals will be provided by the League and results will be made public after each round of testing.”

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The next set of results are likely to come on Saturday with the most-watched football league moving closer to the return.

Manchester City will take on Arsenal whereas Sheffield United and Aston Villa will lock horns when Premier League restarts on June 17.

The matches will be played behind closed doors, with all safety precautions as per Premier League ‘Project Restart’ protocols.&nbsp;

 
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The Premier League has confirmed that there was one positive COVID-19 test from the latest round of testing, six days ahead of English top-flight football’s return after as many as 1213 players and staff from 20 clubs were tested on Monday and Tuesday.

The Premier League has confirmed that there was one positive COVID-19 test from the latest round of testing, six days ahead of English top-flight football’s return after as many as 1213 players and staff from 20 clubs were tested on Monday and Tuesday. This was the seventh round of Premier League’s testing programme with only one positive outcome from the latest tests. There were six positive cases from round one, two from two clubs in the next round, four from two clubs in the following round and none in fourth and fifth rounds. Hence, from the twice-weekly tests, a total of 14 positive cases have been confirmed out of 7,487 tests across the division. ALSO READ: #BlackLivesMatter: Corner flags, jerseys share out anti-racism message as Bayern advance to German Cup final “The Premier League can today confirm that on Monday 8 June and Tuesday 9 June, 1,213 players and club staff were tested for COVID-19,” the Premier League said in a statement on Wednesday,” the league said in a statement. “Of these, one has tested positive. The Premier League is providing this aggregated information for the purposes of competition integrity and transparency. “No specific details as to clubs or individuals will be provided by the League and results will be made public after each round of testing.” ALSO READ: Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury: Financial terms agreed for all-British bout, expected to bag over £100m The next set of results are likely to come on Saturday with the most-watched football league moving closer to the return. Manchester City will take on Arsenal whereas Sheffield United and Aston Villa will lock horns when Premier League restarts on June 17. The matches will be played behind closed doors, with all safety precautions as per Premier League ‘Project Restart’ protocols.

Premier League: One new coronavirus case from 1213 tests

Bayern Munich continued their run for the double after the Bundesliga leaders defeated Eintracht Frankfurt 2-1 on Wednesday in the German Cup semi-final, with both teams supporting the Black Lives Matter movement.&nbsp;

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The traditional corner flags were replaced by white flags with #BlackLivesMatter printed on it. Even the training jerseys had the same anti-racism message. While Bayern Munich switched to their traditional home kit for the match, Frankfurt had a special kit dedicated for the occasion. It was a sign of solidarity following the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis, UK.&nbsp;

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Frankfurt’s Danny da Costa equalized in the second half to nullify Ivan Perisic’s early strike at the Allianz Arena. However, Bayern’s talisman Robert Lewandowski continued his hot form to convert his 45th goal of the 2019-20 season in all competitions.&nbsp;

Bayern Munich will now face Bayer Leverkusen in the final at the Berlin’s Olympic Stadium on July 4, in what promises to be a thrilling contest.

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"We didn't always make the right decisions in the area, we should have been three or four up at half-time, which would've made our lives much easier," admitted Bayern's Thomes Mueller, whose chip set up Perisic's opening goal.

"You could feel the tiredness from both teams in the second half when it got close, the will was there and we defended well, especially against the long balls."

However, Bayern Munich will be without Lewandowski and Mueller, who are suspended. &nbsp;Bayern will also be eyeing to wrap up their eighth consecutive Bundesliga title this weekend when they face Borussia Monchengladbach and given Borussia Dortmund lose their respective match.

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"We need to rest up well and then go again on Saturday, the programme is punishing for all teams, so there is no whinging, but the tiredness is greater than the joy of reaching the final," added Mueller.&nbsp;

 
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Bayern Munich continued their run for the double after the Bundesliga leaders defeated Eintracht Frankfurt 2-1 on Wednesday in the German Cup semi-final, with both teams supporting the Black Lives Matter movement.

Bayern Munich continued their run for the double after the Bundesliga leaders defeated Eintracht Frankfurt 2-1 on Wednesday in the German Cup semi-final, with both teams supporting the Black Lives Matter movement. The traditional corner flags were replaced by white flags with #BlackLivesMatter printed on it. Even the training jerseys had the same anti-racism message. While Bayern Munich switched to their traditional home kit for the match, Frankfurt had a special kit dedicated for the occasion. It was a sign of solidarity following the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis, UK. Frankfurt’s Danny da Costa equalized in the second half to nullify Ivan Perisic’s early strike at the Allianz Arena. However, Bayern’s talisman Robert Lewandowski continued his hot form to convert his 45th goal of the 2019-20 season in all competitions. Bayern Munich will now face Bayer Leverkusen in the final at the Berlin’s Olympic Stadium on July 4, in what promises to be a thrilling contest. ALSO READ: US Soccer repeals anthem kneeling ban: official "We didn't always make the right decisions in the area, we should have been three or four up at half-time, which would've made our lives much easier," admitted Bayern's Thomes Mueller, whose chip set up Perisic's opening goal. "You could feel the tiredness from both teams in the second half when it got close, the will was there and we defended well, especially against the long balls." However, Bayern Munich will be without Lewandowski and Mueller, who are suspended. Bayern will also be eyeing to wrap up their eighth consecutive Bundesliga title this weekend when they face Borussia Monchengladbach and given Borussia Dortmund lose their respective match. "We need to rest up well and then go again on Saturday, the programme is punishing for all teams, so there is no whinging, but the tiredness is greater than the joy of reaching the final," added Mueller.

#BlackLivesMatter: Corner flags, jerseys share out anti-racism message as Bayern advance to German Cup final

New Zealand captain Sophie Devine has recommended using a smaller ball to make women’s cricket more attractive, while India’s Jemimah Rodrigues believes a shorter pitch is another innovation worth exploring.

The ball used in women’s cricket is slightly smaller and lighter than the one used in the men’s game but Devine favoured “a little trial and error” and see if that worked.

“I think if we are stuck with traditional formats, we’d be missing out on a lot of new players, new kids, new athletes to the game,” she said in an innovation webinar organised by the International Cricket Council (ICC).

“I’m probably a big fan of looking at a smaller ball, but keeping the pitch the same size, where I think pacers are going to be able to bowl quicker, spinners are going be able to turn the ball more,” the all-rounder added.

Rodrigues saw merit in a shorter pitch to speed up the game and win more fans.

“We can also be open to (a shorter pitch), try it out,” said the 19-year-old.

New Zealand captain Sophie Devine has recommended using a smaller ball to make women’s cricket more attractive, while India’s Jemimah Rodrigues believes a shorter pitch is another innovation worth exploring.

New Zealand captain Sophie Devine has recommended using a smaller ball to make women’s cricket more attractive, while India’s Jemimah Rodrigues believes a shorter pitch is another innovation worth exploring. The ball used in women’s cricket is slightly smaller and lighter than the one used in the men’s game but Devine favoured “a little trial and error” and see if that worked. “I think if we are stuck with traditional formats, we’d be missing out on a lot of new players, new kids, new athletes to the game,” she said in an innovation webinar organised by the International Cricket Council (ICC). “I’m probably a big fan of looking at a smaller ball, but keeping the pitch the same size, where I think pacers are going to be able to bowl quicker, spinners are going be able to turn the ball more,” the all-rounder added. Rodrigues saw merit in a shorter pitch to speed up the game and win more fans. “We can also be open to (a shorter pitch), try it out,” said the 19-year-old.

Cricket: Smaller ball, shorter pitch recommended to transform women's game

World heavyweight champions Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury have agreed on financial terms for a two-fight deal in what will be arguably the biggest boxing bout in the history of the United Kingdom. The negotiations over a world heavyweight title showdown between the two elite fighters began in early May with financial terms being agreed now, as per Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn.

Joshua holds the WBA, IBF, WBO and IBO belts whereas Fury is the reigning WBC champion.

“We’re making great progress,” Joshua’s promoter Hearn told Sky Sports News. “There is still a lot to overcome. We are looking at venues and dates.

“We have the Dillian Whyte mandatory which is due before this fight.

“It’s fair to say (Joshua and Fury) are in agreement regarding the financial terms of the fight.”

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Joshua defeated Mexican-American Andy Ruiz Jr in Saudi Arabia in December 2019 to won back his WBA, IBF, WBO and IBO belts. His fight against Bulgarian Kubrat Pulev on June 20 was put on hold due to COVID-19 pandemic.

“It’s official FURY VS JOSUAR AGREED FOR NEXT YEAR, I got to smash @bronzebomber first then I’ll annihilate @anthonyfjoshua #WEARESPARTANS,” wrote Fury on Twitter while posting a video.

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The all-British bout between Joshua and Fury is likely to earn more than £100million, which will make it the most lucrative bout in the UK boxing history.

The two-fight deal is now scheduled to be fought in 2021 with boxing fans eagerly waiting to see the bout for years. According to Frank Warren, co-promoter of Fury with Bob Arum reckons both the boxers could earn between £47million-£55million from each fight.

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He told ESPN: “These guys [Fury, Joshua] could get between $60-70 million each from one fight against each other, double that if there’s a rematch, in one year.”

Retired boxer Floyd Mayweather claims the most lucrative fight in the history, as of now.

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World heavyweight champions Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury have agreed on financial terms for a two-fight deal in what will be arguably the biggest boxing bout in the history of the United Kingdom.

World heavyweight champions Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury have agreed on financial terms for a two-fight deal in what will be arguably the biggest boxing bout in the history of the United Kingdom. The negotiations over a world heavyweight title showdown between the two elite fighters began in early May with financial terms being agreed now, as per Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn. Joshua holds the WBA, IBF, WBO and IBO belts whereas Fury is the reigning WBC champion. “We’re making great progress,” Joshua’s promoter Hearn told Sky Sports News. “There is still a lot to overcome. We are looking at venues and dates. “We have the Dillian Whyte mandatory which is due before this fight. “It’s fair to say (Joshua and Fury) are in agreement regarding the financial terms of the fight.” ALSO READ: US Soccer repeals anthem kneeling ban: official Joshua defeated Mexican-American Andy Ruiz Jr in Saudi Arabia in December 2019 to won back his WBA, IBF, WBO and IBO belts. His fight against Bulgarian Kubrat Pulev on June 20 was put on hold due to COVID-19 pandemic. “It’s official FURY VS JOSUAR AGREED FOR NEXT YEAR, I got to smash @bronzebomber first then I’ll annihilate @anthonyfjoshua #WEARESPARTANS,” wrote Fury on Twitter while posting a video. It’s official FURY VS JOSUAR AGREED FOR NEXT YEAR, I got to smash @bronzebomber first then I’ll annihilate @anthonyfjoshua #WEARESPARTANS MASSIVE THANKS TO DANIEL KINNERHAN FOR MAKING THIS HAPPEN.🙏🏻👍🏻 god bless pic.twitter.com/18FfVKfCax — TYSON FURY (@Tyson_Fury) June 10, 2020 × The all-British bout between Joshua and Fury is likely to earn more than £100million, which will make it the most lucrative bout in the UK boxing history. The two-fight deal is now scheduled to be fought in 2021 with boxing fans eagerly waiting to see the bout for years. According to Frank Warren, co-promoter of Fury with Bob Arum reckons both the boxers could earn between £47million-£55million from each fight. ALSO READ: Man City vs UEFA: CAS releases statement as hearing ends; verdict in July He told ESPN: “These guys [Fury, Joshua] could get between $60-70 million each from one fight against each other, double that if there’s a rematch, in one year.” Retired boxer Floyd Mayweather claims the most lucrative fight in the history, as of now.

Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury: Financial terms agreed for all-British bout, expected to bag over £100m

Swiss maestro Roger Federer has ruled himself out of the rest of 2020 tennis season after undergoing additional arthroscopic surgery on his right knee much as he did leading up to the 2017 season. The 20-time Grand Slam winner underwent the knife in February 2020, but his rehabilitation didn’t go as planned and giving a major shock to his fans, Federer won’t return to action until next year.&nbsp;

The 38-year-old took to social media as he provided an update to everyone. He confirmed that he will be back on tour at the start of 2021 season.

"Dear fans," Federer began. "I hope you are staying safe and healthy.

"A few weeks ago, having experienced a setback during my initial rehabilitation, I&nbsp;had to have an additional arthroscopic procedure on my right knee.

"Now, much like I did leading up to the 2017 season, I plan to take the necessary time to be 100 per cent ready to play at my highest level.

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"I will be missing my fans and the tour dearly but I will look forward to seeing everyone back on tour at the start of the 2021 season. All the best, Roger."

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Federer’s initial surgery took place just before the COVID-19 outbreak and as all sporting events were either cancelled or postponed, the Swiss star didn’t miss any events. Fans were eagerly waiting to see Federer step up in the US Open and French Open later in the year 2020.

However, with such a long time on the sidelines, it remains to be seen whether the veteran can regain his peak fitness and form. The world No. 4 is set to turn 39 next year.

Swiss maestro Roger Federer has ruled himself out of the rest of 2020 tennis season after undergoing additional arthroscopic surgery on his right knee much as he did leading up to the 2017 season.

Swiss maestro Roger Federer has ruled himself out of the rest of 2020 tennis season after undergoing additional arthroscopic surgery on his right knee much as he did leading up to the 2017 season. The 20-time Grand Slam winner underwent the knife in February 2020, but his rehabilitation didn’t go as planned and giving a major shock to his fans, Federer won’t return to action until next year. The 38-year-old took to social media as he provided an update to everyone. He confirmed that he will be back on tour at the start of 2021 season. "Dear fans," Federer began. "I hope you are staying safe and healthy. "A few weeks ago, having experienced a setback during my initial rehabilitation, I had to have an additional arthroscopic procedure on my right knee. "Now, much like I did leading up to the 2017 season, I plan to take the necessary time to be 100 per cent ready to play at my highest level. ALSO READ: IOC confirms protest ban remains - Report "I will be missing my fans and the tour dearly but I will look forward to seeing everyone back on tour at the start of the 2021 season. All the best, Roger." pic.twitter.com/zXnR7gAZQA — Roger Federer (@rogerfederer) June 10, 2020 × ALSO READ: Neymar faces criminal complaint for homophobia Federer’s initial surgery took place just before the COVID-19 outbreak and as all sporting events were either cancelled or postponed, the Swiss star didn’t miss any events. Fans were eagerly waiting to see Federer step up in the US Open and French Open later in the year 2020. However, with such a long time on the sidelines, it remains to be seen whether the veteran can regain his peak fitness and form. The world No. 4 is set to turn 39 next year.

Roger Federer to miss rest of 2020 season after second knee surgery

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has appointed his mentor and coaching inspiration Juan Manuel Lillo as his new assistant, the Premier League club said on Tuesday.

Lillo, 54, will take up the role vacated by Mikel Arteta, who left the Etihad Stadium to become manager at former club Arsenal.

The Spaniard joins from Qingdao Huanghai, having helped the club to the Chinese League One championship and so helping them achieve promotion to the Super League.

Lillo, who has previously managed Real Sociedad, Vissel Kobe and Real Oviedo, has worked with several world class talents during his career, including Andres Iniesta, David Villa and Yaya Toure.

He also coached Guardiola towards the end of his playing career, during their shared time in Mexico at Dorados de Sinaloa.

"My relationship with Pep goes back many years and I am thrilled to be joining him as part of this exciting team," Lilo told the club's website.

“Manchester City has enjoyed much success over recent seasons and played a brand of beautiful football we have come to expect from this club and its manager.

“It’s a pleasure to become a part of this group and I hope to make an important contribution to the club’s success going forwards.”

City will restart their campaign after the COVID-19-enforced break against Arsenal on June 17.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has appointed his mentor and coaching inspiration Juan Manuel Lillo as his new assistant, the Premier League club said on Tuesday.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has appointed his mentor and coaching inspiration Juan Manuel Lillo as his new assistant, the Premier League club said on Tuesday. Lillo, 54, will take up the role vacated by Mikel Arteta, who left the Etihad Stadium to become manager at former club Arsenal. The Spaniard joins from Qingdao Huanghai, having helped the club to the Chinese League One championship and so helping them achieve promotion to the Super League. Lillo, who has previously managed Real Sociedad, Vissel Kobe and Real Oviedo, has worked with several world class talents during his career, including Andres Iniesta, David Villa and Yaya Toure. He also coached Guardiola towards the end of his playing career, during their shared time in Mexico at Dorados de Sinaloa. "My relationship with Pep goes back many years and I am thrilled to be joining him as part of this exciting team," Lilo told the club's website. “Manchester City has enjoyed much success over recent seasons and played a brand of beautiful football we have come to expect from this club and its manager. “It’s a pleasure to become a part of this group and I hope to make an important contribution to the club’s success going forwards.” City will restart their campaign after the COVID-19-enforced break against Arsenal on June 17.

Man City boss Guardiola turns to mentor Lilo to fill Arteta void

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has confirmed that athletes are still banned from protesting at the Games after several sports moved to allow protests in the wake of George Floyd’s death in police custody, the Telegraph has reported.

Rule 50 of the Olympic Charter states “no kind of demonstration or political, religious or racial propaganda is permitted in any Olympic sites, venues or other areas.”

Athletes who breach the rule are subject to discipline on a case-by-case basis and the IOC issued guidelines in January clarifying that banned protests include taking a knee and other gestures.

The IOC told the Telegraph the guidelines were still in place and that it would not speculate on “hypothetical cases 13 months before the Olympic Games”, the newspaper said.

Floyd, a 46-year-old African-American man, died after a white Minneapolis police officer pressed his knee into Floyd’s neck for nearly nine minutes on May 25.

His death sparked worldwide protests against racial injustice, with several soccer players in Germany’s Bundesliga delivering their own messages of support during games.

World governing body FIFA, which has shown zero tolerance for players expressing their views on the field, has asked competition organisers to use “common sense” regarding protests over Floyd’s death.

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, who was widely criticised for the league’s handling of Colin Kaepernick’s kneeling protests in 2016, said on Friday the NFL had made mistakes in not listening to players and encouraged them to speak out and “peacefully protest”.

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has confirmed that athletes are still banned from protesting at the Games after several sports moved to allow protests in the wake of George Floyd’s death in police custody, the Telegraph has reported.

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has confirmed that athletes are still banned from protesting at the Games after several sports moved to allow protests in the wake of George Floyd’s death in police custody, the Telegraph has reported. Rule 50 of the Olympic Charter states “no kind of demonstration or political, religious or racial propaganda is permitted in any Olympic sites, venues or other areas.” Athletes who breach the rule are subject to discipline on a case-by-case basis and the IOC issued guidelines in January clarifying that banned protests include taking a knee and other gestures. The IOC told the Telegraph the guidelines were still in place and that it would not speculate on “hypothetical cases 13 months before the Olympic Games”, the newspaper said. Floyd, a 46-year-old African-American man, died after a white Minneapolis police officer pressed his knee into Floyd’s neck for nearly nine minutes on May 25. His death sparked worldwide protests against racial injustice, with several soccer players in Germany’s Bundesliga delivering their own messages of support during games. World governing body FIFA, which has shown zero tolerance for players expressing their views on the field, has asked competition organisers to use “common sense” regarding protests over Floyd’s death. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, who was widely criticised for the league’s handling of Colin Kaepernick’s kneeling protests in 2016, said on Friday the NFL had made mistakes in not listening to players and encouraged them to speak out and “peacefully protest”.

IOC confirms protest ban remains - Report

Manchester United’s friendly against Stoke City was cancelled at the last minute on Tuesday after the Championship club’s manager Michael O’Neill tested positive for COVID-19.

Stoke had arrived at United’s training ground for the game when they were informed of O’Neill’s positive test. The Northern Irishman had tested negative in the previous five rounds of testing, Stoke said in a statement.

“Stoke can confirm that manager O’Neill has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus following the latest round of testing on Monday (June 8),” said Stoke, who play in the second tier of English football.

“He will now follow the relevant guidance and undergo a period of isolation, whilst continuing to be in regular virtual contact with his coaching staff and players.”

Soccer in England has been suspended since mid-March due to the pandemic but the Premier League is set to restart on June 17, with the Championship following suit three days later.

United are fifth in the top flight, three points behind Chelsea, and will resume their campaign against Tottenham Hotspur on June 19.

Manchester United’s friendly against Stoke City was cancelled at the last minute on Tuesday after the Championship club’s manager Michael O’Neill tested positive for COVID-19.

Manchester United’s friendly against Stoke City was cancelled at the last minute on Tuesday after the Championship club’s manager Michael O’Neill tested positive for COVID-19. Stoke had arrived at United’s training ground for the game when they were informed of O’Neill’s positive test. The Northern Irishman had tested negative in the previous five rounds of testing, Stoke said in a statement. “Stoke can confirm that manager O’Neill has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus following the latest round of testing on Monday (June 8),” said Stoke, who play in the second tier of English football. “He will now follow the relevant guidance and undergo a period of isolation, whilst continuing to be in regular virtual contact with his coaching staff and players.” Soccer in England has been suspended since mid-March due to the pandemic but the Premier League is set to restart on June 17, with the Championship following suit three days later. United are fifth in the top flight, three points behind Chelsea, and will resume their campaign against Tottenham Hotspur on June 19.

Manchester United cancel friendly after Stoke boss tests positive for COVID-19

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