A funeral service for Matt Beard, former Liverpool women's team manager, took place at Liverpool's Metropolitan Cathedral. Hundreds, including family, friends, and prominent figures from women's football, attended. Beard, known for his successful management, passed away at age 47.
Key Facts
Matt Beard was the former manager of Liverpool's women's football team.
He led the team to two Women's Super League titles in 2013 and 2014.
Beard passed away on September 20 at the age of 47.
Around 600 people attended his funeral service at Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral.
Attendees included family, former players, and notable figures from women's football like U.S. boss Emma Hayes.
Liverpool's first-team squad, manager Gareth Taylor, and several former players also attended.
Tributes were paid, highlighting Beard's impact on the women's game and his personality.
Mourners wore red or football shirts, and the service concluded with Liverpool's anthem "You'll Never Walk Alone."
The Boston Red Sox, after trading for pitcher Garrett Crochet last offseason, are considering acquiring Edward Cabrera from the Miami Marlins. Cabrera, a promising pitcher, had a strong season and could help bolster the Red Sox's starting rotation. The team is looking to strengthen its pitching lineup to compete for the American League East title.
Key Facts
The Boston Red Sox acquired Garrett Crochet last offseason.
The team might lose Lucas Giolito and needs more starting pitchers.
Edward Cabrera is a potential trade target from the Miami Marlins.
Cabrera had a 3.53 ERA in 26 starts this year.
He struck out 150 batters and showed reliability in his starts.
Cabrera is under team control through 2028.
The Red Sox hope Cabrera, Crochet, and Bello can lead them to compete for a title.
The article discusses college football betting strategies for Week 8, with a focus on the USC vs. Notre Dame game. Several key matchups for the weekend are highlighted, along with the odds and potential outcomes of these games.
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The article is part of a Newsweek Sports Betting newsletter that discusses college football and NFL games.
USC will play against Notre Dame, and the game starts at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday.
Notre Dame has already faced two losses this season against highly-ranked teams.
The USC Trojans, coached by Kliff Kingsbury, recently won against Michigan with a score of 31-13.
There are five major college football matchups featuring ranked teams this weekend, including Tennessee vs. Alabama.
The best betting suggestion presented is for Louisville to exceed its team total points.
Notre Dame's football team will play against USC, and the game's outcome could affect both teams' chances in the College Football Playoff. Notre Dame wants to win to impress the selection committee, as they have already lost two games this season.
Key Facts
Notre Dame will host USC in a game with College Football Playoff implications.
Notre Dame has won six of the last seven games against USC.
Notre Dame's victory over USC last year helped them secure a spot in the playoff.
This season, Notre Dame has already lost to Miami and Texas A&M.
As an independent team, Notre Dame does not have a conference championship to boost their playoff hopes.
ESPN analyst Heather Dinich stated Notre Dame must win against USC to stay in playoff contention.
After playing USC, Notre Dame does not have any ranked regular-season opponents, but Navy could become ranked if they continue winning.
Notre Dame is favored by 9.5 points in the matchup against USC.
The Los Angeles Rams will play against the Jacksonville Jaguars without their star wide receiver, Puka Nacua, due to an ankle sprain. Nacua is a key player for the Rams, ranking third in receiving yards this season. His absence might impact the team's performance, but the Rams will depend on other players like Davante Adams and Tutu Atwell against a Jaguars defense that has struggled with passing defense.
Key Facts
The Los Angeles Rams will face the Jacksonville Jaguars in London for Week 7.
Puka Nacua, a key player for the Rams, will not play due to an ankle sprain.
Nacua was injured in Week 6 against the Baltimore Ravens.
Nacua ranks third in receiving yards in the NFL this season.
Rams head coach Sean McVay expressed doubt about Nacua's availability earlier.
The Rams will need contributions from other players like Davante Adams and Tutu Atwell.
The Jaguars' defense has allowed the fourth most passing yards in the NFL so far this season.
The Rams are in a competitive division, tied with the San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks at a 4-2 record.
This article discusses betting odds and predictions for an NFL game between the Falcons and the 49ers. It also provides early betting picks for NFL Week 7, focusing on the 49ers' injury challenges and the Falcons' recent performance.
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The article covers NFL betting odds for the Week 7 game: Falcons vs. 49ers.
The 49ers have a record of 4-2 this season, despite facing several injuries.
Key 49ers players like George Kittle are returning from injuries, but others, like Nick Bosa and Fred Warner, are out.
The Falcons recently beat the Bills and are facing the 49ers after a short rest.
The 49ers are slight favorites at -1.5, but Atlanta is seen as having potential due to San Francisco's injuries.
The author suggests betting on the Falcons' moneyline and their team total to go over 23.5 points.
The article is part of a sports betting newsletter from Newsweek.
The Miami Dolphins are considering trading one of their players, Jaelan Phillips, before the NFL trade deadline. The Detroit Lions are mentioned as a possible team that might trade for him. Phillips could help the Lions' defense by playing alongside Aidan Hutchinson.
Key Facts
The Miami Dolphins have a current record of 1-5 in the NFL season.
The Dolphins are considering trading key players as they reassess their team strategy.
Jaelan Phillips, a defensive player known as an "edge rusher," is among the players who might be traded.
Phillips has had challenges with injuries but is effective on the field when healthy.
The Detroit Lions are identified as a potential team interested in trading for Phillips.
The Lions aim to strengthen their defense to improve their performance in stopping opposing teams.
Pairing Phillips with Aidan Hutchinson could boost the Lions' defensive capabilities.
The Miami Dolphins, with a record of 1-5, face a crucial must-win game against the Cleveland Browns. Coach Mike McDaniel emphasized that the Dolphins' defense needs to make the Browns' rookie quarterback, Dillon Gabriel, uncomfortable. The Dolphins aim to improve their performance and maintain their playoff chances.
Key Facts
The Miami Dolphins have won 1 game and lost 5 this season.
They face the Cleveland Browns in a must-win game to keep playoff hopes alive.
The Dolphins struggle defensively, allowing an average of 168.5 rushing yards per game.
Dillon Gabriel is the Browns' rookie quarterback.
Coach McDaniel wants the defense to pressure Gabriel and prevent him from getting comfortable.
The game is significant for the Dolphins to avoid potential team changes before November 4.
The Dolphins need the offensive line to protect their quarterback, Tua Tagovailoa, from the Browns' defense led by Myles Garrett.
WWE may be planning for John Cena to win the Intercontinental Championship during his farewell tour. This potential win would occur at the Survivor Series event against current champion Dominik Mysterio. Such a victory would set up a final match where Cena would face GUNTHER for the title.
Key Facts
WWE is considering having John Cena win the Intercontinental Championship.
This title match is expected to happen at the Survivor Series against Dominik Mysterio.
A win would fill the only gap in Cena's championship collection, making him a Grand Slam Champion.
Cena's final match is planned to include GUNTHER, who would challenge for the title.
The match against GUNTHER would symbolize a transition from Cena to a newer star.
Cena’s final match is set for December 13, and there's high public interest with many in line for tickets.
The Survivor Series event featuring Cena is scheduled for November 29.
The New York Jets will play the Carolina Panthers without their top receiver, Garrett Wilson, due to a knee injury. Wilson, who has performed well despite the team's 0-6 record, is expected to return in Week 8. His absence makes it challenging for the Jets as their other receivers have not been very productive.
Key Facts
The New York Jets are currently 0-6 this season.
Garrett Wilson, the team's top receiver, will miss the game against the Carolina Panthers due to a knee injury.
Wilson has 36 receptions, ranking ninth in the NFL, and four touchdowns this season.
Quarterback Justin Fields will have to rely on other Jets receivers, who have struggled so far this season.
Josh Reynolds is the next best receiver after Wilson, with only 72 yards in four games.
The Jets hope Wilson will return in Week 8 against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Tommy Fleetwood leads the DP World India Championship after two rounds, scoring an impressive eight-under-par 64. Rory McIlroy made a strong finish to stay in contention, ending the day at six-under-par. Shane Lowry and Brian Harman are close behind Fleetwood on the leaderboard.
Key Facts
Tommy Fleetwood leads the championship at twelve-under-par.
Fleetwood's round included eight birdies and no bogeys.
Rory McIlroy finished with a score of six-under after starting slowly.
Shane Lowry and Brian Harman are one shot behind Fleetwood.
Keita Nakajima from Japan is ten-under-par after two rounds.
Ben Griffin from the U.S. is four shots behind Fleetwood.
The event is taking place at Delhi Golf Club.
Shubhankar Sharma is the top Indian player at four-under-par.
The article covers an episode of "All In With Ashley," where Ashley Haas and Tyler Everett discuss NFL Week 7 matchups. They focus on games such as Jaguars vs. Rams and Buccaneers vs. Lions, and bring in guests to discuss the Eagles' season. It mentions that Newsweek may earn a commission from links in the article.
Key Facts
The article discusses an episode of the show "All In With Ashley."
Host Ashley Haas and Tyler Everett talk about NFL Week 7 matchups.
They focus on games like Jaguars vs. Rams and Buccaneers vs. Lions.
Panthers vs. Jets is another matchup mentioned.
Guests Paulie and Tony Fusco join to discuss the Eagles' season.
The Eagles currently have a 4-2 record.
Newsweek might earn affiliate commissions from certain links in the article.
The Baltimore Ravens are having a tough season with a 1-5 record. There are talks about trading veteran player Mark Andrews as the team considers changes before the trade deadline. Andrews might be moved due to the team's current position and the potential of player Isaiah Likely.
Key Facts
The Baltimore Ravens have a 1-5 record this season.
Lamar Jackson's injury has affected the team's performance.
The Ravens are in the AFC North, a competitive division.
Mark Andrews, a veteran tight end, might be traded.
Isaiah Likely is expected to take on a bigger role if Andrews leaves.
The Ravens are using trades to gain more cap space, which is the money teams can spend on player salaries.
Andrews is in the last year of his contract with the Ravens.
The Philadelphia Phillies are planning for next season with most of their team set to return, including notable players like Bryce Harper and Trea Turner. Rookie Otto Kemp, who played through a fractured knee cap, will have surgeries on his knee and shoulder. The team is considering Kemp for a regular role next year.
Key Facts
The Phillies plan to keep key players like Kyle Schwarber, Bryce Harper, and Trea Turner.
Otto Kemp played part of the season with a fractured knee cap.
Kemp will undergo surgery to repair his knee and a minor surgery on his shoulder.
The team president, Dave Dombrowski, mentioned Kemp as a potential everyday player.
Manager Rob Thomson is set to return next season.
Kemp's batting statistics for his rookie season were .234/.298/.411.
India's cricket team will start a series of one-day international (ODI) matches in Australia on Sunday. There is a lot of focus on whether star players Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will continue playing in future ODIs, as they near the end of their careers.
Key Facts
India begins an ODI series against Australia on Sunday.
Kohli and Rohit, key players, might be nearing the end of their international careers.
Both players have retired from T20 and Test cricket formats.
The 2026 T20 World Cup will be hosted by India and Pakistan.
The next 50-over World Cup will be in 2027, cohosted by South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe.
Kohli is 36 years old, and Rohit is 38, raising questions about their future in the team.
Ravindra Jadeja, another Indian player, has been dropped from the upcoming 50-overs squad.
Crowds in Australia will include many fans from local Indian communities.
WWE has hired Cyrus Kowsari as the new Senior Director of Creative Strategy to help integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into the company's storytelling process. This marks a shift in how WWE creates its storylines, using an AI platform that has encountered some initial challenges. Despite early issues, WWE believes AI will eventually play a significant role in its creative direction.
Key Facts
WWE hired Cyrus Kowsari as the Senior Director of Creative Strategy.
Kowsari will help integrate AI into WWE's storytelling process.
The AI platform being used is called Writer AI, which has been learning from WWE's existing content.
Initial AI-generated storylines included a proposal for wrestler Bobby Lashley to return with a focus on Japanese culture.
WWE's human-led storytelling has been praised, posing a contrast to the new AI approach.
Paul "Triple H" Levesque introduced Kowsari and is expected to have more political duties.
WWE hopes that AI, once refined, will have a major impact on storylines in the future.
The Pittsburgh Steelers played a close "Thursday Night Football" game against the Cincinnati Bengals, where the Bengals won 33-31. During the game, Steelers' Aaron Rodgers had a heated moment with a teammate after a touchdown celebration went awry.
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The game was held between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cincinnati Bengals.
The Bengals won the game with a score of 33-31.
Joe Flacco, the Bengals quarterback, threw for 342 yards and three touchdowns.
Aaron Rodgers, the Steelers quarterback, completed 23-of-34 passes for 249 yards and four touchdowns.
During a celebration, Steelers' offensive tackle Broderick Jones accidentally tackled Rodgers.
Rodgers reacted by pushing Jones away and expressing his frustration.
Another incident involved Rodgers disagreeing with running back Jaylen Warren over a play mistake.
The New York Mets are looking to strengthen their team after missing the playoffs. They are interested in trading for Steven Kwan, an outfielder from the Cleveland Guardians. The Mets may offer promising young players to secure Kwan, who is known for his strong defense and on-base skills.
Key Facts
The Mets missed the playoffs despite making aggressive moves last season.
They are considering a trade for Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan.
Kwan is valued for his defensive abilities and on-base skills.
Kwan has two more seasons before his current team loses control over his contract.
The Mets may offer young pitchers such as Nolan McLean, Jonah Tong, or Brandon Sproat in the trade.
Several teams, including the Philadelphia Phillies and Los Angeles Dodgers, have shown interest in Kwan.
The Cleveland Guardians are open to trading Kwan but have not faced pressure to do so due to his remaining contract duration.
Ange Postecoglou, the manager of Nottingham Forest, is facing potential job loss due to a poor start with the team, having won no matches in seven attempts. Nottingham Forest is already exploring possible replacements, considering managers with different strategies, while weighing financial implications. Potential candidates include Marco Silva and Sean Dyche.
Key Facts
Ange Postecoglou is the current head coach of Nottingham Forest.
He took over the role from Nuno Espirito Santo on September 9.
Postecoglou has not won any of the seven matches since taking charge.
Forest is considering replacing him if poor performance continues.
Marco Silva, currently at Fulham, is a potential replacement, but hiring him may involve a high financial cost.
Sean Dyche, who has previously coached Burnley and Everton, is also being considered.
The club needs a manager with a pragmatic approach to stabilize the team.
Forest's earlier decision to part ways with Nuno was due to internal tensions.
Tom Brady, a retired NFL quarterback, hinted at a new media event with a possible October 21st date. He posted a video on Instagram suggesting he might participate in another comedic roast, similar to one held earlier this year. Brady continues his involvement in media with his work at Fox Sports and a stake in the Las Vegas Raiders.
Key Facts
Tom Brady retired from the NFL after 23 seasons, holding records for most passing yards and touchdown passes.
He has signed a long-term deal with Fox Sports as an NFL analyst.
Brady also holds a minority ownership stake in the NFL team, the Las Vegas Raiders.
He teased a new media event on Instagram, possibly a second roast on October 21.
Earlier this year, Netflix hosted a roast of Tom Brady featuring comedians and celebrities.
Brady expressed regret about some parts of the previous roast, especially regarding its impact on his children.
There is no official confirmation on the date, platform, or producers for the new event.
