Real Madrid head into their final El Clasico warm-up sitting top of the table in La Liga. Getafe may or may not prove to be formidable challenge, ahead of the first clash with arch-rival FC Barcelona next weekend. Madrid have plenty of injury concerns right now, but they are expecting to get a couple guys back here, and then a couple more next week against Barca. Obviously, … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Predicted Starting XI at Getafe
Real Madrid Team News at Getafe: Kylian Mbappe, Franco Mastantuono, Dean Huijsen
Real Madrid got some great news, within the past 24 hours, regarding their talisman Kylian Mbappe. He's set to be available to feature at Getafe this Sunday. Mbappe left the France squad early this international window, and missed out on the clash with Iceland due to a knock on his ankle issue. However, he's actually fine. The same can almost be said for Franco Mastantuono, … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Team News at Getafe: Kylian Mbappe, Franco Mastantuono, Dean Huijsen
Chelsea Injury Updates: Cole Palmer, Reece James, Enzo Fernandez, Benoit Badiashile
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca met the media today, and he provided a ton of updates on the squad's injury/fitness situation. Some of it is not so good, and we'll start with the bad news first, in Cole Palmer. Maresca had said, prior to this past international break that Cole Palmer would return to action once the October internationals were over. Well, so much for that, as … [Read more...] about Chelsea Injury Updates: Cole Palmer, Reece James, Enzo Fernandez, Benoit Badiashile
Liverpool Predicted Starting XI vs Manchester United
What is going on with Liverpool FC right now? They headed into the October internationals on a real skid, having lost their last three, across all competitions. Maybe the home match with arch-rivals Manchester United arrives at just the right time. Liverpool have had the upper hand in this series lately, especially in the games played at Anfield. It is not a forgone … [Read more...] about Liverpool Predicted Starting XI vs Manchester United
Projected Illinois Basketball 2025-26 Depth Chart
Another Illinois basketball season begins on Sunday with a preseason scrimmage against Illinois State. One guy who almost certainly won't feature is Andrej Stojakovic, a former McDonald’s All-American and son of three-time NBA All-Star Peja Stojakovic. He is reportedly injured right now, and it's doubtful that reports will emerge between now and the weekend that he will be … [Read more...] about Projected Illinois Basketball 2025-26 Depth Chart
2026 NBA Mock Draft Version 2.0
Happy basketball talking season everybody! The Sports Bank's 2026 NBA mock draft version 2.0 is coming to you live from Big Ten Media Days in beautiful Rosemont, IL. The Sports Bank is the only independently-owned, mom and pop shop website to publish a mock draft in all four of the major North American sports, and the most popular professional women's sport. … [Read more...] about 2026 NBA Mock Draft Version 2.0
2026 NFL Mock Draft Version 9.0
Happy football season everyone! Far as we know, The Sports Bank is the only independently-owned, mom and pop shop website to publish a mock draft in all four of the major North American sports. And also in the nation's top women's professional sport. So that's five pieces of mock draft, organic content, served fresh from Chicagoland. Here is the link to our current 2026 NBA … [Read more...] about 2026 NFL Mock Draft Version 9.0
Betting on Horse Racing Online in Texas
Horse racing has a long-standing tradition in Texas, captivating enthusiasts across the state. With the advent of technology, many are turning to online platforms for a more convenient betting experience. It's important to understand the legal and strategic aspects of this activity to engage responsibly. Horse racing is a beloved sport in Texas, known for its rich history … [Read more...] about Betting on Horse Racing Online in Texas
Manchester United Predicted Starting XI at Liverpool
If Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim had a song that encapsulates his current job status, it's Elton John's "I'm Still Standing." Yes, Amorim, despite his poor record, and his stubbornness when it comes to formations and tactics in the face of all the losses, it still here. There is a lot of speculation and conjecture about how hot his seat is, but it feels like he's … [Read more...] about Manchester United Predicted Starting XI at Liverpool
United at Liverpool Team News: Ayden Heaven, Ryan Gravenberch, Ibrahima Konate
In the words of the disco era's most timeless musical artists, the Bee Gees, "Nobody gets too much heaven no more. It's much harder to come by. I'm waiting in line." Will Manchester United experience Premier League heaven by pulling off a massive upset to defeat their arch-rivals on Sunday? Will they have their 19-year-old defender, Ayden Heaven, available for this one? … [Read more...] about United at Liverpool Team News: Ayden Heaven, Ryan Gravenberch, Ibrahima Konate