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EDMONTON - This seasons dynamic turnaround by the Edmonton Eskimos has them in the CFL playoffs and in position to secure second place in the West Division with a victory tonight over the visiting B. Ryan Kent Jersey .C. Lions. Catch the game on TSN1, TSN3, TSN4, and TSN5 as the tail end of a doubleheader starting at 7pm et/4pm pt. The game can also be hear on TSN Radio 1040 at 4pm pt. The Eskimos have gone from 4-14 in 2013 to 11-5 this year, but they know that securing that home playoff date for the West semifinal will not be an easy task against the Lions and their defence. Its going to be a big challenge, said running back John White, who missed Edmontons first game against the Lions this season, a 27-20 win for B.C. in Week 1. They have one of the greatest defensive fronts we play again. And two of the best linebackers in the league (Adam Bighill and Solomon Elimimian). But Im not focused on that. Theyre just players. I dont see any numbers. What the Eskimos do see is the Lions have given up just 295 points — fewest in the CFL — and have surrendered less than 20 points in five of their last six games. The Eskimos defence, however, has given up just 313 points — tied for second best with Calgary — and have surrendered less than 20 points in four of their last six games, including a shut out of the Saskatchewan Roughriders four weeks ago. With the statistics pointing towards a low-scoring, defensive game, Edmonton offensive lineman Matt ODonnell said the direction of the game will depend on the efficiency of the Eskimos offence. It all rests of the offence, said the six-foot-11, 340-pound right guard. We have to be polished and have to play fast coming off the bye week. We have to come out and hit them fast and hit them hard. They have a good front seven. They move around a lot, have a lot of different packages, so we have to handle them physically up front. An Edmonton win, or a loss by fewer then seven points, will give the Eskimos second place. A win by the 9-7 Lions by seven points or more would keep them in the hunt for second place. Despite the importance of the game, Edmonton quarterback Mike Reilly said the team is not looking at it as a playoff-type matchup. Its a big regular season game but the loser is not going home, he said. Its a big game for a lot of reasons. Playing at home is the most important, the opportunity to secure second place and not having to worry about all the other scenarios. The Eskimos also said they werent worried about the 10 sacks the Lions recorded last week in their 28-23 win over Winnipeg. We watched the film … they got pretty lucky with 10 sacks, said ODonnell, who will be partly responsible for blocking Lions defensive end Khreem Smith — who had four of those sacks. It wont be the same thing tomorrow. Reilly agreed. I dont worry about it because they didnt play against us, he said. Every team in this league is better at some things and not so good at others. And theres going to be weeks when one team gets a lot of sacks. I have confidence in our guys, they have been playing great up front all season. Ben Woodburn Jersey . Wheeler scored at 4:58 of overtime, with Scheifele getting an assist, and the Jets beat the slumping Colorado Avalanche 2-1 on Sunday night. Joe Gomez Jersey . The Blue Jackets play Thursday night at New Jersey in their first game after the NHLs Olympic hiatus. A native of Trencin, Slovakia, Gaborik has represented his country at the 2006 and 2010 Olympics but was unable to play in Sochi because of his injury. http://www.soccerliverpoolproshop.com/c-52-alex-oxlade-chamberlain-liverpool-fc-jersey.aspx . The Opening Day starter played 53 games this season hitting .192 with nine home runs and 25 RBI. Red Sox manager John Farrell has decided to start Jose Iglesias at third base as of late instead of Middlebrooks.England got their pre-Euro 2016 preparations off to a winning start with a 2-1 victory over Turkey. But what did Roy Hodgson learn from the friendly? With the England manager needing to cut three from his group ahead of the finals, this was an opportunity for players to state their case for inclusion. Kane, Vardy star Match report of Englands 2-1 win over Turkey So who seized their chance? Who will hope for another opportunity to impress? And how will the performance affect Hodgsons tactical thoughts ahead of this summers showpiece? We take a look… Kane and Alli combination is essential Harry Kane scored his fifth England goal after being set up by Dele Alli Dele Alli set up seven of Harry Kanes Premier League goals for Tottenham this season - the joint-most productive combination between any pair of players in the division. And it took the duo just two minutes to click against Turkey, with Alli slipping a pass through the legs of his marker for Kane to slot in the opener - albeit from an offside position. Roy Hodgson felt there were lots of positives to be taken from Englands victory over Turkey but there were still things to work on Of course, both Alli and Kane have strong cases for inclusion in Roy Hodgsons starting line-up in their own right. Kane was the top scorer in the Premier League and has delivered repeatedly in the early days of his England career. Alli, too, has shone on international duty and picked up the PFA Young Player of the Year prize for his efforts with Tottenham this term. Allis assists for Kane Dele Alli has assisted Harry Kane eight times this season; more than any other player. But together they form an incisive partnership - and Hodgson must find a way to make the most of their mutual understanding. That could mean playing Alli in a more advanced midfield role, so he is closer to Kane, or by handing the pacey 20-year-old license to burst forward from a deeper position. Either way, Kane and Alli together provide a potent threat for this England side.Vardys best position is through the middle Jamie Vardy scored in his third international in a row This was just the second time Kane and Jamie Vardy had started in the same match for England and just seconds after the first whistle they almost combined to open the scoring. Kane, stepping in from the right with the ball, slipped a pass through the Turkey defence which was fractionally too heavy for Vardys run.However, Vardy spent much of the next 55 minutes wide on the left, holding his position as part of Englands attacking trio at the top of a 4-3-3. After firing Leicester City to the Premier League title with 24 goals as a central striker this season, it seemed like a waste. Rather than causing problems for Turkeys centre-backs, Vardy was restricted to showing off his less-than-impressive crossing ability. Neither of his two attempted crosses went close to finding an England player. Jamie Vardy has made a big difference to England. He worries the life out of teams. Peter Taylor A second-half tactical switch to a 4-4-2 diamond allowed Vardy to return to his central role and the Foxes forward relished the opportunity. He won a penalty - lashed wide off the post by Kane - after winning a race for a ball over the top with Mehmet Topal and twice threatened on the break late on by linking up with Kane.Vardy also kept his scoring run with England going, netting his third in three games from close range after Turkey keeper Volkan Babacan spilled Gary Cahills header. Former England caretaker boss Peter Taylor says he is an important figure tactically for Hodgson.Vardy has made a big difference to England because he always looks [to run] beyond [the opposition defence] and because he looks beyond it worries the life out of teams, Taylor told Sky Sports News HQ. They drop off and all of a sudden weve got a long pitch. If Roy plays the diamond shape you then have more bodies in that area and more space to work in to.Defensive concerns must be addressed Turkey created a number of openings against Englands defence Despite victory, there were a number of worrying moments for England as Turkey pressed for a late leveller - and, throughout, there were defensive issues Hodgson will no doubt be keen to examine.England are now three games without a clean sheet for the first time since a run of four in August 2013 and Hakan Calhanoglus opener - Turkeys first-ever goal against England - came after a catalogue of errors which saw the hosts fail to clear their lines, pick up opponents, cut out dangerous passes and hold position. England v Turkey shooting stats England Turkey Shots 15 14 Shots on target 4 4 Shots off target 10 6 Blocked shots 1 4 Hit woodwork 1 0 Turkey striker Cenk Tosun was almost a beneficiary of more slack defending at the start of the second half when he had a free header from a corner before John Stones allowed him to turn and shoot on the edge of the box. Alex Manninger Jersey. And only a superb save from Hart in injury time prevented substitute Olcay Sahan from volleying in, after England repeatedly failed to clear the ball.Both Danny Rose and Kyle Walker impressed in the full-back positions but England as a team cannot afford to present opportunities as lightly at Euro 2016.Wilshere needs 90 minutes Jack Wilshere played for 65 minutes against Turkey Jack Wilsheres inclusion in this England squad - despite only featuring in Arsenals final three games of the season - demonstrates Hodgsons faith in the midfielder and the managers desire to give him every chance possible of making the trip to France. Now it is down to Wilshere to prove he is match fit and ready to deliver for his country.The 24-year-old insisted he was 100 per cent fit after the game but was, nonetheless, withdrawn after 65 minutes. During his time on the field, Wilshere recorded a pass completion rate of 90.9 per cent, came up with a couple of key passes and one interception - as well as a yellow card for breaking down a Turkey counter-attack. You want that type of different midfield player like Jack Wilshere for your options, whether you start him or bring him on as sub. Peter Taylor All in all it was a steady if unspectacular appearance. Peter Taylor insists Wilshere remains an important option for Hodgson, though, and expects him to be included when the squad is cut to 23 on May 31. Wilshere is so different, such a clever player, he could play for Barcelona, Taylor told Sky Sports News HQ.Hes such a talented player. You want that type of different midfield player for your options, whether you start him or bring him on as sub. He did well. Id be wrapping him up in cotton wool.Sterling still struggles with his final ball Will Raheem Sterling (right) make Roy Hodgsons final Euro 2016 squad? No outfield player made more appearances in Englands Euro 2016 qualifying campaign than Raheem Sterling but, after a tough first season at Manchester City since his big-money move from Liverpool, the winger would have hoped to have made more of a mark against Turkey.There were glimpses of his strongest attributes - early on he linked up well with Alli between the lines of the visitors defence and midfield, while in the second half he skipped past a couple of challenges with a burst of pace. But Sterlings struggles with his end product were also on show. Sterling vs Turkey Sterling vs Turkey Shots 1 Total passes 16 Completed passes 10 Attempted dribbles 9 Successful dribbles 6 Attempted crosses 3 Successful crosses 1 Touches 34 The winger recorded just two assists and six goals at Premier League top-scorers City this season and two wasted, off-target crosses against Turkey were moments of frustration. Another inaccurate pass from the left flank to the edge of the penalty box sparked a threatening Turkey counter-attack.After being withdrawn on 73 minutes, Sterling will hope to get another opportunity against Australia on Friday night to remind the England supporters - and, more importantly, Hodgson and his coaching staff - of the talent he has. Also See: Vardy, Kane star for England England player ratings Wedding rules out Vardy Wilshere: Im fit and ready Cheap NFL Jerseys Wholesale Jerseys Wholesale NFL Jerseys Jerseys From China Wholesale NFL Jerseys Cheap NFL Jerseys Cheap Jerseys ' ' '