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  • Updates from Dan Campbell’s news conference: What the Detroit Lions head coach stated

    Updates from Dan Campbell’s news conference: What the Detroit Lions head coach stated

    Dan Campbell spoke Monday morning in Allen Park at his news conference for the final time of the season, after the Detroit Lions squandered homefield advantage Saturday night in the NFC playoffs in an upset 45-31 divisional round loss to the Washington Commanders at Ford Field.

    “We got to where we wanted to get to and then we did not perform,” Campbell said. “Credit Washington, they did what they needed to do and they played a good game.

    But a little bit for us, when you feel like, ‘hey you gotta bring your A game,’ I think if we bring our B game we got a chance to win that game. And we didn’t bring that.” More: Mitch Albom: A letter to the Football God

    After a franchise-best 15-2 regular season ended in a huge letdown that left fans in shock, Campbell added that he has experienced a range of emotions, from rage to feeling like he lost a family member, but he is now prepared to go on. “I can say, ‘You know what, ‘you fell man, what are you going to do about it?’” while I’m looking in the mirror.

    We’re at that point, so go ahead, man. Campbell acknowledged that he anticipates losing both coordinators, DE Aaron Glenn and OC Ben Johnson, to head coaching positions.

    “I haven’t been told anything, I’ve got a feeling, but I’m prepared to lose both,” he stated.

    If Johnson does depart, Campbell said, Goff will have “a lot of input” in choosing the next coordinator.

    “We couldn’t overcome it” and the defense was unable to “apply enough pressure” on rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels to have him make a mistake, he said, bemoaning the five turnovers versus Washington. “We might stand a chance if we just flip it over three times.

    That’s absurd, considering that we’re discussing three. Furthermore, I don’t want to diminish Washington in any way; they deserve that victory.

    We shot ourselves in the foot, though, dude. And we simply did that game, even though we haven’t done it yet.”

  • Ipswich 0–6 Manchester City: After scoring six goals at Portman Road, Pep Guardiola’s team moved up to fourth place in the Premier League.

    Ipswich 0–6 Manchester City: After scoring six goals at Portman Road, Pep Guardiola’s team moved up to fourth place in the Premier League.

    Manchester City’s resounding 6-0 victory at Portman Road propelled them into the top four, dealing Ipswich six devastating blows. Fortunately for Pep Guardiola, Phil Foden was available to offer the foundation to guarantee that City was fourth by halftime.

    City started the game in ninth place and needed a three-goal margin to move up into the top four. Just before the half-hour mark, Foden opened the score with a close-range shot.

    Foden was in and around the area once more just three minutes later (30), which allowed Mateo Kovacic to score City’s second goal.

    In a classic, avaricious manner, a third goal just before halftime virtually guaranteed all three points. There, the city was not finished.

    When Jeremy Doku broke through the Tractor Boys’ defense to add a fourth goal after the interval, Ipswich fell even more apart.

    After missing an early opportunity to open the score, Erling Haaland, who scored a hat-trick in the rematch in September, was on the sidelines of the goalmouth action.

    However, that didn’t last long because a few days after confirming his long-term future at City, he joined the action and punished a Jack Clarke error to guide home a fifth goal.

    As it appeared like City would start to rest players for their Champions League trip to Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday, James McAtee was brought in. Kevin de Bruyne was replaced by McAtee, who took advantage of the situation to score a goal of his own. For the final ten minutes of the game, Kieran McKenna’s team was chasing shadows, so the final whistle couldn’t have come any sooner. Ipswich’s loss leaves them in the bottom three.

    Most likely the best all-around performance of the season. One of our greatest shows so far this year. Maintaining player fitness is crucial as we gain momentum. I attribute it to the team’s improved camaraderie and people’s improved physical condition. “We don’t hurry when we score. We are maintaining possession, and today’s build-up play was crucial. “It taught me everything [bad spelling of form].”

    It’s nice to see me playing football again, smiling, and scoring goals.

    I want to add to that and continue. You can’t predict what might occur. Remaining in the top four is the goal.

    We are thrilled to be returning to the activities that have characterized this team over the past ten years.

    I’m really happy with the three points, but it will be extremely difficult to qualify for the Champions League the next season.We were far superior. With our level of consistency, we may not be at our best, but we are closer. The majority of them didn’t occur in the games we’ve won before.

    “You can’t play in the short spaces the way we played without the ball. Everyone who had the ball was shrewd and incredibly swift. Everybody is connected.

    If you are not connected defensively, you cannot be quick, wise, and good.Here, Ipswich defeated Chelsea, and Liam [Delap] is an outstanding scorer.

  • SportEPL: Guardiola responds to Man City’s 6-0 thumping of Ipswich Town as the team returns

    SportEPL: Guardiola responds to Man City’s 6-0 thumping of Ipswich Town as the team returns

    After Manchester City’s 6-0 Premier League victory over Ipswich Town on Sunday, manager Pep Guardiola declared his squad was back to their former glory.

    The champions’ victory puts them in the top four on the table. Erling Haaland also got on the scoresheet, and Phil Foden scored his second brace of the week and assisted on another goal

    With a much-needed victory, City climbed up to fourth place with 38 points.

    We are thrilled to be returning to the activities that have characterized this team over the past ten years. After the game, Guardiola told Sky Sports, “I’m really happy with the three points and to get into the Champions League for next season.”

    Guardiola was pleased with his team’s performance at Portman Road following a few lackluster displays over the holiday season.

    “Much better, perhaps not our greatest, but closer given our level of game consistency. “Everyone is related, and everyone with the ball was shrewd and faster.

    “If you are not connected defensively, you cannot be quick, wise, and good,” Guardiola stated.

  • In a devastating playoff loss, the Lions were outplayed and outcoached.

    In a devastating playoff loss, the Lions were outplayed and outcoached.

    The dream season for the Detroit Lions is over.The Lions saved their worst performance of the 2024 season for their most important game of the season, which is their playoff matchup with the Washington Commanders on Saturday night.

    Dan Campbell’s team gave up 45 points and committed five turnovers, four of which were caused by Jared Goff. This is the complete antithesis of winning football. Later, the Lions’ season ended in a crushing loss against the Commanders, which was a far earlier departure for Campbell & Co.

    For the Lions, who accomplished a number of franchise firsts in 2024, including winning a season-high 15 games and securing the NFC’s top seed and home-field advantage during the playoffs, it was a difficult pill to swallow. Campbell, who was clearly upset after the game, struggled to express how he felt about the unexpected defeat. The fourth-year head coach said, “It’s hard when you lose, and you lose these games, man.

    ” “It’s similar to what the athletes do. Many people are unaware of their struggles. You must get up, keep your mind focused, and do those things because your body needs to s**t. Thus, the season is long.

    Everything was in place for Campbell & Co. to make their first Super Bowl appearance. It seemed like nothing could stop the Lions from creating franchise history, especially with home field and a boisterous Ford Field crowd in their corner.

    But the Commanders and the injury bug, which had made an appearance numerous times throughout the regular season, had other ideas for Detroit.

    The Lions really lost another key defensive player less than two minutes into the divisional-round playoff game: cornerback Amik Robertson (arm injury).

    On the Commanders’ second offensive snap of the evening, Robertson was afflicted.

    The veteran defensive back was recording a tackle of Washington wide receiver Terry McLaurin when he collided with linebacker Jack Campbell during the play.

    Aaron Glenn’s defense suffered greatly on Saturday night when Robertson failed to play another down. McLaurin went on to dominate the Lions’ secondary while Robertson was out, recording four receptions, 87 yards, and a touchdown. Dyami Brown, another Commanders receiver, also put out a good effort, recording a team-high six receptions for 98 yards.

    All of it contributed to Dan Quinn’s offense’s outstanding performance, which saw them amass 481 yards and five touchdowns (Washington safety Quan Martin returned an interception for the sixth touchdown).

    And without the outstanding play of rookie sensational passer Jayden Daniels, none of it would have been possible. Throughout the evening, Daniels exploited Detroit’s secondary, throwing for 299 yards and two scores on an effective 22-of-31 passing performance. He also contributed a strong 122.9 passer rating and an impressive 91.8 QBR.

    Daniels was always given plenty of time to look around the field and go through his progressions, and the Lions never managed to record a single sack of him. Additionally, the dual-threat quarterback managed to go by Lions defenders and create a play with his legs in the few times Detroit was able to generate pressure.

    There is little doubt that Glenn’s strategy to contain Daniels, as well as the way his squad carried it out, was a complete failure.

    The unit’s undisciplined play also did Glenn no favors. Most egregiously, the defense, while backed up on its own 5-yard line, lined up with 12 men on a crucial fourth-and-2 play early in the fourth quarter. The ensuing penalty put the Commanders on Detroit’s 2-yard line, and two plays later, Washington cashed in on a 1-yard touchdown run by Brian Robinson Jr. It extended the Commanders’ lead to 10, 38-28.

  • Ipswich 0-6 Manchester City: Pep Guardiola’s side up to fourth in the Premier League after scoring six at Portman Road

    Ipswich 0-6 Manchester City: Pep Guardiola’s side up to fourth in the Premier League after scoring six at Portman Road

    Manchester City’s resounding 6-0 victory at Portman Road propelled them into the top four, dealing Ipswich six devastating blows. Fortunately for Pep Guardiola,Ipswich 0-6 Manchester City: Pep Guardiola’s side up to fourth in the Premier League after scoring six at Portman Road Phil Foden was available to offer the foundation to guarantee that City was fourth by halftime.

    City started the game in ninth place and needed a three-goal margin to move up into the top four. Just before the half-hour mark, Foden opened the score with a close-range shot.

    Foden was in and around the area once more just three minutes later (30), which allowed Mateo Kovacic to score City’s second goal.

    In a classic, avaricious manner, a third goal just before halftime virtually guaranteed all three points. There, the city was not finished

    When Jeremy Doku broke through the Tractor Boys’ defense to add a fourth goal after the interval, Ipswich fell even more apart. After missing an early opportunity to open the score, Erling Haaland, who scored a hat-trick in the rematch in September, was on the sidelines of the goalmouth action. However, that didn’t last long because a few days after confirming his long-term future at City, he joined the action and punished a Jack Clarke error to guide home a fifth goal.

    As it appeared like City would start to rest players for their Champions League trip to Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday, James McAtee was brought in. Kevin de Bruyne was replaced by McAtee, who took advantage of the situation to score a goal of his own.

    For the final ten minutes of the game, Kieran McKenna’s team was chasing shadows, so the final whistle couldn’t have come any sooner. Ipswich’s loss leaves them in the bottom three.

    Most likely the best all-around performance of the season. One of our greatest shows so far this year. Maintaining player fitness is crucial as we gain momentum. I attribute it to the team’s improved camaraderie and people’s improved physical condition. “We don’t hurry when we score. We are maintaining possession, and today’s build-up play was crucial.

    “It taught me everything [bad spelling of form].” It’s nice to see me playing football again, smiling, and scoring goals. I want to add to that and continue. You can’t predict what might occur. Remaining in the top four is the goal.

    Speaking to Sky Sports, Man City manager Pep Guardiola said:

    “We are thrilled to be returning to the activities that have characterized our team over the past ten years. I’m happy with the three points, but it will be difficult to qualify for the Champions League the next season. “We were far superior. With our level of consistency, we may not be at our best, but we are closer. The majority of these didn’t occur in our earlier victories.

    Everyone is related, and you can’t be quick, wise, and good if you are not connected defensively.

    “Ipswich beat Chelsea here, they won Spurs away. They are a good team and Liam [Delap] is a fantastic striker.

    The players saw what we are and that is the best thing.” “With the way we went without the ball, you cannot play in the short spaces.”

  • Man City 0–6 Ipswich: Delap fails to produce

    Man City 0–6 Ipswich: Delap fails to produce

    Liam Delap, the striker for Ipswich, was the subject of a lot of attention in the lead-up to this match. To keep the Tractor Boys in the battle for survival, Delap has scored eight Premier League goals this season.

    However, he and his teammates were unable to manage Manchester City, who looked back to their best.

    City’s passing and movement was as crisp as it ever was during their recent title-winning campaigns and they consistently opened up the Ipswich defence. But this is a result that will not define Ipswich’s season.While the impact on their goal difference is damaging a point will currently move them out of the bottom three. Next up is another tough test against leaders Liverpool but after that Ipswich can put all their energy into getting the results needed to ensure survival.

  • NewsA former defensive end for Alabama joins an indoor football league club

    NewsA former defensive end for Alabama joins an indoor football league club

    On Saturday, D.J. Dale, a former defensive lineman for Alabama, signed a contract with the Massachusetts Pirates of the Indoor Football League. The Buffalo Bills practice squad included Dale most recently in 2023.

    From 2019 to 2022, Dale was a player at Alabama.

    He participated in 48 Crimson Tide games. Dale recorded 11.5 tackles for loss, 5.5 sacks, and 74 tackles. During his four seasons at The Capstone, the Alabama native was a vital contributor up front for Alabama.

    Dale chose not to use his last year, which was a COVID year, after his senior season ended.

    He joined with the Bills as an undrafted free agent after going undrafted in the 2023 NFL Draft.

    Before being waived, Dale was with the Bills organization for around three months.

    He will now try to pursue a career in a different league as a professional. Observing Dale’s performance with his new crew will be fascinating.

    He might use this as a chance to establish himself and eventually make a comeback to the NFL.

  • Despite Dias’s return, City has only had two of their starting four center backs available for selection for the ninth consecutive game across all competitions due to Ake’s absence. Following the completion of their January transfers from Lens and Palmeiras, respectively, Abdukodir Khusanov and Vitor Reis will complete the team.

    Despite Dias’s return, City has only had two of their starting four center backs available for selection for the ninth consecutive game across all competitions due to Ake’s absence. Following the completion of their January transfers from Lens and Palmeiras, respectively, Abdukodir Khusanov and Vitor Reis will complete the team.

    Ruben Dias returns to the Manchester City squad for the Premier League match against Ipswich.

    Nathan Ake has been sidelined due to an injury, while Ruben Dias is back in the Manchester City starting lineup for the match against Ipswich.

    After playing despite an injury sustained in the Manchester derby last month, Dias only started exercising again this week. Despite not playing since, he is immediately included in the squad to play Ipswich.

    That might be due in large measure to Ake’s absence. Despite playing the entire game at Brentford in midweek and starting the previous five games, the Dutch defender is now hurt and will not play for Paris Saint-Germain the following week; Pep Guardiola may be questioned about the ailment.

    Despite Dias’s return, City has only had two of their starting four center backs available for selection for the ninth consecutive game across all competitions due to Ake’s absence. Following the completion of their January transfers from Lens and Palmeiras, respectively, Abdukodir Khusanov and Vitor Reis will complete the team.

  • Manchester City vs. Ipswich Town LIVE: Premier League lineups, team news, and more

    Manchester City vs. Ipswich Town LIVE: Premier League lineups, team news, and more

    Watch the Premier League match between Ipswich Town and Manchester City live today.

    The Independent will provide comprehensive coverage of another top-flight season as defending champions Manchester City attempt to win a record five straight titles by the end of 2024–2025.

    Pep Guardiola’s club will have competition from teams like Arsenal and Liverpool, but the competition for Champions League spots will be equally exciting, as more teams than ever before have their sights set on finishing in the top four. Even though Chelsea is still spending heavily, Manchester United is still rebuilding, and Tottenham and Newcastle are hoping for improvements this season, Aston Villa finished fourth last season.After being promoted last year, Southampton, Leicester City, and Ipswich Town returned to the top division, and each of them will be hoping to remain for more than a year. Watch the Premier League’s most recent live action below:

  • Man City vs. Ipswich Town: POSSIBLE LINEUPS!

    Man City vs. Ipswich Town: POSSIBLE LINEUPS!

    Ipswich Town v Man City, matchday 22, 2024/25 Premier League, 19/01/2025. AFP

    Come watch the Premier League match between Ipswich Town and Man City LIVE at Portman Road Stadium in Ipswitch, England. Kickoff is at 17:30 CET. Guardiola’s team wants to return to the European spots with a victory over lowly Ipswich.