Liverpool had a stellar performance in the Champions League, maintaining their unbeaten run and placing reigning champions Real Madrid in a shocking 24th position out of 36 teams. With a 2-0 victory at Anfield, the Reds showed their strength with second-half goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Cody Gakpo, while Real star Kylian Mbappe faced a setback when he had a penalty saved.
Meanwhile, Borussia Dortmund moved up to fourth after a dominant 3-0 win over Dinamo Zagreb, while Monaco failed to capitalize on their opportunity for second place, falling 3-2 to Benfica. The night also saw a thrilling comeback from PSV Eindhoven as they overturned a two-goal deficit against Shakhtar Donetsk to secure an incredible 3-2 victory by scoring three times in the final eight minutes of the match.
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In the NFL, former New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is set to join the Minnesota Vikings, according to sources familiar with the situation. While details are still being finalized, Jones will bolster the Vikings’ practice squad following his recent release from New York, where he was the No. 6 pick in the draft. The Vikings, currently sitting at a strong 9-2 record thanks to the contributions of Sam Darnold, will integrate Jones along with Nick Mullens and Brett Rypien into their quarterback lineup. Notably, the team lost first-round pick JJ McCarthy to a serious knee injury, emphasizing the importance of this addition.
In a significant move for the Golf world, LIV Golf is set to hire Scott O’Neil as its new CEO, replacing Greg Norman. O’Neil, who previously led the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils, has been advancing in the sports and entertainment sector and recently left his role at Merlin Entertainments. This transition comes as Saudi Arabia-backed LIV Golf continues to make waves in the competitive golf scene, with negotiations still ongoing with the PGA Tour over a potential investment deal.
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In college basketball, West Virginia stunned No. 3 Gonzaga with an 86-78 overtime win during Battle 4 Atlantis. Javon Small shined brightly with 31 points, securing crucial points in overtime, while Tucker DeVries contributed significantly with important free throws and a total of 16 points. Other influential performances included Braden Huff with 19 points and Khalif Battle with 16 for Gonzaga, which is now 5-1.
In volleyball, Boise State advanced to the semifinals of the Mountain West women’s volleyball tournament by overcoming Utah State, but the Broncos have not yet confirmed whether they will face San Jose State in their next match. San Jose State benefited from several forfeit wins and took second place in the tournament, while Boise State had to forfeit both regular season meetings against the Spartans.
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PSV Eindhoven’s American contingent made headlines in a thrilling Champions League encounter as they staged a stunning comeback from a two-goal deficit against Shakhtar Donetsk to end the match 3-2. With Malik Tillman scoring twice and Ricardo Pepi sealing the victory, the fans were certainly grateful for their late heroic performances.
In a shocking turn of events, Alabama A&M Schools reported that linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr. remains in stable condition after initially being announced dead. The athletic department reversed its previous statement, clarifying that reports of his death were premature based on family communications.
In matters off the field, two companies have severed ties with Conor McGregor after a jury in Ireland ruled he owes almost €250,000 to a woman who accused him of rape. Proximo Spirits, which owns the Proper No. 12 whiskey brand, and IO Interactive, a video game developer, decided to sever their association with the MMA star following the verdict.
Returning to college basketball, South Carolina coach Dawn Staley urged fans to remain calm after the No. 4 Gamecocks suffered their first loss in two seasons to UCLA. With an impressive record that included 43 consecutive victories, the team’s fall to the Bruins surprised Staley, who emphasized that there is still a way to go for the defending national champions.
This Thanksgiving weekend promises an action-packed schedule of NFL and college sports to enjoy with family and friends. From exciting clashes to important games to watch on TV, it’s a highly anticipated sporting marathon that many look forward to every year.