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2016

Boxer Muhammad Ali dies

In 1984 Ali was diagnosed with Parkinson's syndrome, which his doctors attributed to boxing-related brain injuries. As his condition worsened, Ali made limited public appearances and was cared for by his family until his death on June 3, 2016, in Scottsdale, Arizona.

2013

Jose Mourinho rejoins Chelsea as manager

In June 2013, Chelsea appointed Mourinho as manager for the 2nd time, on a 4-year contract. Mourinho was officially confirmed as Chelsea manager for the second time at a press conference held at Stamford Bridge.

2002

Brazil’s Rivaldo earns the scorn of the football world

Near the end of the match, with the ball out of play, Turkish defender Hakan Ünsal kicked a ball towards Rivaldo, who was waiting at the corner flag. The ball struck his thigh, but Rivaldo fell to the ground clutching his face. The referee sent the Turkish player off with a second yellow card.

1999

Karl Malone wins the Maurice Podoloff trophy

After voting of the National Basketball Association's Karl Malone won the Maurice Podoloff Trophy and became the most valuable player for the second time in three years. Malone received 827 points and 44 first-place votes. He become the 9th player in league history to win the MVP award twice.

1993

Marty McSorley gets penalized

The Kings reached the 1993 Stanley Cup Finals against the Montreal Canadiens, but in Game 2 with the Kings up 2–1, McSorley was caught with an illegal stick, contributing to the Canadiens game-tying goal. Montreal ending up winning that game in overtime and ultimately took the series in 5 games.

1986

Tennis player Rafael Nadal is born

Rafael Nadal is Spanish tennis player who is popularly known among his extensive fan following. He has 14 wins at the Grand Slam singles and an Olympic gold medal. Known for his topspin heavy shots and endurance, he won a record 10 career French Open championships.

1892

England football club Liverpool F.C. is founded

Liverpool Football Club is a professional football club in Liverpool, England. Founded in 1892, the club joined the Football League the following year and has played at Anfield since its formation. Liverpool established itself as a major force in English and European football in the 1970s and 1980s.

Anniversaries of the (in)famous

born 1936

Colin Meads

born 1986

Rafael Nadal

died 2016

Muhammad Ali

born 1992

Mario Götze