World Cup 2018: Who will win the FIFA Golden Ball?

There are fewer than 16 days left until the World Cup 2018 kicks off. Thirty-two teams will fight for the right to be called World Champions. Along with teams battling on the pitch for five weeks, the tournament will see more than 700 players taking part.

Each World Cup tournament names a Player of the Tournament at its conclusion. The award, also known as the FIFA Golden Ball, goes to the most valuable player for his team at the event.

The Golden Ball has been given out at the World Cup since 1982, when it was officially given its name. ...

NBA Finals Prediction

For the fourth consecutive season the Golden State Warriors face the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Finals. The Warriors have won two of the last three. Can they make it three of four or will LeBron James find a way to lead the Cavaliers to even the score?

The Warriors made their way through the Western Conference playoffs defeating San Antonio in five, New Orleans in five and Houston in seven. Cleveland took down Indiana in seven, Toronto in five and Boston in seven. Golden State got the best of Cleveland in head-to-head play this season, taking both contests.

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World Cup 2018: Who will win the Golden Boot award?

There are now fewer than 21 days until the World Cup 2018 kicks off. Thirty-two teams are primed and ready to battle it out for five weeks in Russia. Only one will emerge as the Jules Rimet trophy winner.

While betting on the World Cup 2018 winner is always a popular wager pre-tournament, choosing the event’s top scorer is too. The Golden Boot doesn’t always go to the world’s best player. To date, Lionel Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo have ever won the award.

In fact, the trophy has gone to players many wouldn’t have expected to win it ...

NHL: Stanley Cup Finals Prediction

The Stanley Cup Finals have arrived and there is history in the making. Can the Vegas Golden Knights take home the Stanley Cup in their first season? The Washington Capitals stand in their way. So what can we expect from this series? The fearless prediction is below.

Vegas Golden Knights versus Washington Capitals

Washington enters coming off a win over the Tampa Bay Lightning in seven games in the Eastern Conference Finals. The Capitals are 12-7 in the post season. They are +24 on the Power Ranking Indicator and “average down” status on the Team Strength Oscillator. Vegas got past ...

MLB Predictions: May 25-27

As we head into the final weekend of May, the MLB season is certainly in full swing. Here’s some of the more intriguing match ups for May 25-27. Note all information is for games played through Tuesday, May 22.

Los Angeles Angels versus New York Yankees

The Angles enter this series in the middle of the pack in the AL West, while the Yankees are battling the Red Sox for honors in the AL East. The Angels are +10 on the Power Ranking Indicator compared to +29 for the Yankees. Similarly, the Yankees are “burning hot” on the Team Strength ...

World Cup 2018: What should you know?

There are 23 days and counting until World Cup 2018 kicks off in Russia. On June 14, 32 teams will begin the biggest sports event in the world. It will take five weeks, but one team will be left standing as world champions. Here’s what you should know.

Teams Thirty-two nations make up the World Cup 2018. There have been 20 World Cups played previously and only eight nations have ever won the tournament. Brazil have won the most World Cups with five, while Germany and Italy have four each.

Brazil are the World Cup 2018 favorites and ...

FA Cup Preview: Manchester United vs. Chelsea

The Emirates FA Cup final kicks off on Saturday with Manchester United taking on Chelsea at the hallowed ground of Wembley Stadium. Manchester United is aiming for its 13th FA Cup triumph. If the Red Devils can lift the cup, the club will equal rivals Arsenal for the most FA Cup wins in the tournament’s history.

FA Cup team news

Chelsea go into the fixture with doubt hanging over manager Antonio Conte’s head. The Blues romped to the English Premier League title in 2016-17. However, this year saw the side slide to a fifth place finish. Questions were ...

MLB Predictions: May 18 – 20

The Major League Baseball season has reached the quarter point. Numerous tight races are developing. Here’s what’s in store for the weekend of May 18 – 20.

Los Angles Dodgers versus Washington Nationals

The Dodgers continue to struggle to stay out of the basement in the NL West, while the Nationals are battling the Phillies and Braves for honors in the NL East. On opposite ends of the spectrum, Washington is +23 on the Power Ranking Indicator, while Los Angeles is +2. Furthermore, the Nationals are “burning hot” versus “dead” on the Team Strength Oscillator. On Friday, Ross Stripling goes ...

PGA Golf: Who is the favorite to win the 2018 US Open

The 2018 US Open tees off on June 14 from Shinnecock Hills on Long Island, New York. The tournament will be played at the course for the fifth time in its history.

Although there are still four PGA tournaments to go before the US Open begins, the golf world has already turned its attention to the event. The US Open has been called the toughest major golf tournament to win. This is due to the large field of 156 players and the variety of skill levels involved.

The field at the US Open is made up of both professional ...

NHL Western Conference Finals Prediction

The NHL post season is down to the final four teams. So who will come out on top in the Western Conference Finals? Check out the prediction below.

Winnipeg Jets versus Vegas Golden Knights

Winnipeg enters the Western Conference Finals after a hard fought seven-game series against the Nashville Predators. Vegas continues their remarkable run, disposing of the San Jose Sharks in six games. The Golden Knights holds a +28 to +27 edge on the Power Ranking Indicator. Neither team is fairing exceptionally well on the Team Strength Oscillator with Vegas at “average up” and Winnipeg at “average down”. Winnipeg ...