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Some of the sports stories The Associated Press is covering Tuesday. A full Sports Digest will be sent by about 3 p.m. All times EST:- NEW YORK -- U.S. Soccer Federation President Sunil Gulati discusses the decision to fire national coach Jurgen Klinsmann. Los Angeles Galaxy coach Bruce Arena is the leading contender to take over. Conference call at 2 p.m.- There is much on the line this weekend in college football -- from playoff implications to divisional titles to the Hesiman Trophy to plain ol bragging rights.- After almost all of the top contenders won, no dramatic shifts are expected when the latest College Football Playoff rankings are released. Announcement about 7:15 p.m.- SEATTLE -- For Washingtons Chris Petersen, college footballs most unassuming star coach, Seattle is the perfect place to build a powerhouse program on a foundation of well-ordered priorities.- COLUMBUS, Ohio -- When Ohio States offense was rattling over speed bumps a month ago, quarterback J.T. Barrett insisted everything would come together. Turned out he was right. The Buckeyes are peaking at just the right time.- FRISCO, Texas -- Unlike fellow rookie sensation Dak Prescott, Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott brought the burden of expectations as the fourth overall draft pick. The NFL rushing leader has met them, and then some.- INDIANAPOLIS -- The Colts believe they can win with a backup quarterback Thursday night. A year ago, when Andrew Luck missed nine games, Indianapolis went 6-3. But the Colts know it wont be easy getting Scott Tolzien up to speed.- PITTSBURGH -- The Steelers had eight sacks in a win over Cleveland and suspect theyve unlocked their long dormant pass rush. Next up is a trip to Indianapolis on Thanksgiving.- College basketball offers a week full of good matchups in holiday tournaments, led by the Maui Invitational (North Carolina, Oregon, Wisconsin) and the Battle 4 Atlantis in the Bahamas (Louisville, Baylor, Michigan State).- STORRS, Conn. -- The No. 2 UConn women look to extend their winning streak to 79 games, playing at home against Dayton. Game starts 7 p.m.- LAS VEGAS -- The NHLs newest team finally gets a name. The owner is expected to choose Desert Knights during a fan event on the Strip. But Silver Knights and Golden Knights are also possibilities for the expansion franchise.- LOS ANGELES -- Russell Westbrook is back in his hometown when the Oklahoma City Thunder face the revitalized Los Angeles Lakers. Game starts 10:30 p.m.- GENEVA -- Cristiano Ronaldo is coming home when Real Madrid plays at Sporting Lisbon in the Champions League. Madrid needs only to draw to reach the round of 16. Three other group leaders -- Sevilla, Monaco, Leicester -- can also advance.- ZAGREB, Croatia -- Led by Juan Martin del Potro, Argentina plays for the Davis Cup title this weekend against a Croatia team featuring Marin Cilic.Alvin Kamara Womens Jersey . Note: The Calgary Flames announced Tuesday that Sean Monahan would not be made available to Canadas World Junior team. TreQuan Smith Womens Jersey . But when it comes to determining if Raymond will find a place on the Leafs roster when training camp concludes in a week, well, that decision will ultimately fall to the head coach. http://www.authenticsaintssportsonline.com/saints-thomas-morstead-gold-jersey/ . Wilson hit Schenn from behind during Tuesday nights game in Philadelphia, earning a five-minute major for charging and a game misconduct. He has a phone hearing with the department of player safety, which limits any potential suspension to five or fewer games. Ted Ginn Jr Jersey . Ivanovic was leading 7-5, 1-0 when Hantuchova withdrew after falling 0-40 behind in the second game. The match started slowly for Ivanovic, who surrendered her first two serves as Hantuchova took a 5-3 lead. Wil Lutz Jersey . Aaron Harrison scored a 22 points for Kentucky (6-1), which has won four in a row following a Nov. 12 loss to current No. 1 Michigan State. Julius Randle overcame a scoreless first half and added his sixth double-double in as many games with 14 points and 10 rebounds.David Unsworth and Joe Royle will take charge of Everton as they finish their season at home to Norwich on Sunday.The Toffees are on the search for a new permanent manager following the sacking of Roberto Martinez on Thursday.Although they reached the semi-finals of the FA Cup and Capital One Cup, the Toffees have picked up only four points since March 5 and the 3-0 loss to Sunderland on Wednesday stretched their dismal run of form to just one win in 10 matches in all competitions. They will now look to finish a disappointing league campaign on a high against the team they relegated on Wednesday by losing to Sunderland.The Canaries are heading back to the Championship along with Newcastle and Aston Villa, and manager Alex Neil expects changes in the summer. Alex Neil wants to stay as Norwichs manager but admits its not his decision after they were relegated There will have to come a certain amount of freshness. A lot of players have been here for a number of years and that carries its own problems at times, he said.Weve got the basis of a really good squad. Looking at the squad weve got, how we wouldve hoped to have performed, I dont think we hit those heights and ultimately thats where weve got to.Team newsTim Howard will make a final appearance in goal for Everton before leaving after 10 years to return home to the United States, where he will join the Colorado Rapids.Captain Phil Jagielka has returned to training following a hamstring injury while full-back Seamus Coleman will have a late fitness test on a similar problem. Tim Howard will play his last game for Everton Norwich could be unchanged as they will still be without midfielder Jonny Howson (knee), defender Timm Klose (knee) and midfielder Alex Tettey (ankle).Opta statsSix of the last eight meetings between Everton and Norwich City in all competitions have ended as draws.ddddddddddddNorwich have won just one of the last 11 Premier League meetings against Everton (W1 D6 L4). Norwich beat Watford in midweek, but were relegated after Evertons loss Norwichs last win at Goodison Park (in 1993) saw Efan Ekoku become the first player to score four goals in a Premier League match as the Canaries ran out 5-1 winners.Even if Everton win this game, this will be their lowest total for points at home in a single Premier League season (currently on 20, previous low of 25 in 1996/97).Midfielder Gareth Barry has made more Premier League starts than any other player, 572, one more than David James. Who is the favourite to replace Roberto Martinez? Norwich have now been relegated from the Premier League a joint-high four times, level with Crystal Palace.The Canaries have kept a league-low five clean sheets in the top-flight this season.Mersons predictionThe players havent looked like they have been playing for Roberto Martinez recently and now he is gone. Now the players will run around and look like they are making an effort.The last few weeks they have been absolutely atrocious. Norwich will be deflated after their relegation and Everton will turn it on.PAUL PREDICTS: 3-0 (16/1 with Sky Bet)BettingEverton will look to end their disappointing season on a high when then take on relegated Norwich and Sky Bet make the Toffies 3/4 to get the win.Norwich, who will be looking to rebuild in the Championship next term, have been priced up at 16/5 to get the victory at Goodison Park while the draw is 29/10.Sky Sports pundit Jamie Redknapp expects Everton to emerge 2-0 winners after sacking manager Roberto Martinez in midweek and punters can get 9/1 about that exact result. orts pundit Jamie Redknapp expects Everton to emerge