Thursday, December 23, 2010

Internazionale confirm Rafael Benítez's departure

• Agreement reached over termination of coach's contract

• 'Inter thank Benítez for his work,' says official statement

Internazionale have confirmed the departure of Rafael Benítez after an agreement was reached over the termination of his...


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Terry: We can't cope with injury crisis

• Chelsea have slumped to fourth after dismal league run

• Problems have coincided with injuries to key players

John Terry has admitted Chelsea no longer have the squad to deal with their recent injury and suspension problems, as they battle...


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Wenger mocks Nani over title claims

• 'He must be 1,600 times more intelligent than me'

• Arsenal manager 'disappointed' David Dein overlooked by FA

Arsène Wenger has offered a sarcastic response to Nani's claims that Arsenal are not contenders for the Premier League title.

Nani,...


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United confirm Van der Sar will retire at end of season

• Sir Alex Ferguson confirms goalkeeper's plan to retire

• Holland international Van der Sar turned 40 in October

The Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar will retire at the end of the season, Sir Alex Ferguson has confirmed.

The news...


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Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Manchester Utd 1-0 Arsenal

The familiarity of the result was even more significant than the victory that put Manchester United two points clear in the Premier League with a game in hand. Arsenal were unable to disentangle themselves from the clichés that are as accurate as...


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In pictures - Manchester United v Arsenal

All the best images from Old Trafford where Manchester United were looking to extend their unbeaten run and knock Arsenal off the top of the Premier League table


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Hodgson wants more from Reds

Liverpool boss Roy Hodgson has revealed his anger with the Reds' display against Newcastle.


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Reds chief backing Roy

Liverpool chairman Tom Werner has voiced his support of Roy Hodgson but knows results must improve.


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Monday, December 13, 2010

Manchester United play host to Chilean miners

Thirty-three men rescued from Chilean mine visit Old Trafford and enjoy a kickabout ahead of Arsenal match

They came, they had a kickabout and they cheered – and the crowd at Old Trafford cheered back when the Chilean miners at the centre of this...


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Furious Tevez slams City with relationship 'beyond repair'

• Carlos Tevez first asked for move in August

• Argentinian reiterates desire to leave Eastlands

Carlos Tevez's relationship with Manchester City was at the point of no return tonight after he revealed he had wanted to leave since the summer and...


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Messi on song as Barcelona thrash Real Sociedad

• David Villa, Andrés Iniesta and Bojan Krkic score in 5-0 win

• Cristiano Ronaldo on scoresheet in Real Madrid's 3-1 victory

Lionel Messi scored twice as Barcelona thrashed Real Sociedad 5-0 to stay top of La Liga after a ninth straight victory....


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Sunday, December 12, 2010

City reject Tevez's transfer request

• City confirm Argentinian striker wants to leave

• Club says they are 'disappointed' with Tevez's agent

Manchester City have rejected a transfer request from Carlos Tevez, after the Argentinian striker informed the club of his desire to leave....


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Wednesday, December 8, 2010

Sepp Blatter hits out at 'bad losers' of England over World Cup defeat

• 'I was surprised by all the complaining after the defeat'

• Fifa president rejects corruption claims: 'We are clean'

The Fifa president Sepp Blatter has rejected allegations of corruption within the world governing body after Russia and Qatar won...


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Russia and Qatar not the only ones rubbing their hands after Zurich

• Nicolas Sarkozy pressured Michel Platini to back Qatar bid

• Qatar invests €400m in German company Hochtief

As fans still puzzle over Fifa's decision to hand World Cups to Russia and Qatar last week, Nicolas Sarkozy's pressure on Michel Platini...


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Monday, December 6, 2010

Ashley wields axe as Hughton is sacked by Newcastle United

• Club said Hughton lacked 'managerial experience'

• Led team back into Premier League having won Championship

Newcastle United have sacked Chris Hughton as their manager, the club confirmed this afternoon.

Speculation regarding Hughton's future...


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Razzak secures comfortable win

Bangladesh 246 for 7 (Shakib 73, Mushfiqur 63, Utseya 4-38) beat Zimbabwe 181 (Utseya 67, Razzak 4-14, Shafiul 4-43) by 65 runs

Mid-way through an overcast morning, Bangladesh were in a familiar predicament: the top-order had failed and Shakib Al...


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Friday, December 3, 2010

BBC under fire after World Cup bid fails

BBC News website 'inundated by comments' on Fifa decision, many blaming corporation for England's World Cup bid failure

The BBC is facing a backlash after England's failed 2018 World Cup bid, with its news website "inundated by comments" posted at a...


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Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Zimbabwe overcome dogged Shakib

"Zimbabwe 209 (Chakabva 45, Razzak 4-41) beat Bangladesh 200 (Shakib 63, Mpofu 3-25) by nine runs

Zimbabwe overcame a stubborn Shakib Al Hasan to..."


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Tuesday, November 30, 2010

West Ham 4-0 Manchester United

"If this was the evening the manager labelled "Avram Can't" by the sceptical Upton Park faithful convinced them that, indeed, he can, it may also have..."


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Danny Wilson stands in for Liverpool as Jamie Carragher faces surgery

"• Vice-captain out for three months with dislocated shoulder

• Eighteen-year-old to start against Steaua Bucharest

Roy Hodgson will ask the..."


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The Ashes 2010: Andy Flower faces quarterly cancer checks for two years

"England's team manager says he was happy to leave the players and staff to it after his surprise surgery in Brisbane

Andy Flower has spoken for the..."


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Fifa report backs England and US World Cup bids as most profitable

"• Confidential study backs England 2018 and USA 2022 bids

• Both would deliver more profit to Fifa than competitors

World Cups held in England and..."


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IOC to investigate Fifa vice president

"• International Olympic Committee react to Panorama

• Longstanding IOC member alleged to have received bribes

The International Olympic Committee..."


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Monday, November 29, 2010

Mourinho magnanimous after defeat

"• El Clásico defeat was heaviest of my career, says Mourinho

• 'We played very, very badly and they were fantastic'

Real Madrid departed Camp Nou..."


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Panorama exposés: From Jason Ferguson to the Glazers

"Panorama have a history of looking into football-related matters

Father and Son 2004

The programme claimed Sir Alex Ferguson's son Jason had..."


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Carragher awaits verdict on operation

"• Influential defender may be out for longer than six weeks

• But Steven Gerrard could return earlier than expected

Jamie Carragher will discover..."


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BBC accuses three Fifa men of taking bribes in $100m scandal

"• England 2018 bid crisis deepened by Panorama claims

• Fresh allegations against Jack Warner over World Cup tickets

Three of the Fifa executive..."


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Saturday, November 27, 2010

Butterworth replaces Flower in Zimbabwe squad

"Zimbabwe have included the uncapped Ryan Butterworth in their ODI squad for the tour to Bangladesh, after his impressive performances in the recent..."


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Friday, October 29, 2010

Henry slams 'unwarranted' rumours

"• Henry denies Liverpool will sell top players in January

• 'Our clear focus will be to improve the club,' he says

The Liverpool co-owner John W..."


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Football transfer rumours: Oscar Cardozo to Liverpool?

"Today's flim-flam is closing in on the truth, kind of

The Sun reports the news that Roy Hodgson has shouted "HANDS OFF FERGIE!" at Sir Alex Ferguson..."


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Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Hodgeson should change his tactics.

Hodgeson have been employing the same tactic but its proving not to work. I mean whats the wisdom of playing Tores alone upfront when he is not performing well. We have seen this week in week out and its not working. He looks marooned upfront where he is really struggling for rythm. Its completely ubsurd to continue with this formation. On the Evertone match the midfielders looked a distant off Tores and they never passed the ball upfront with the exception of Gerard they were always passing backwards instead of forward. For God's sake how can the coach say this was our best so far. Is this arogance from the man who is to change our destiny. We were outmatched tactically by Evertone. No width and we were done. He should partner Tores with either Ngog or Babel upfront. Have either Gerard or Raul play as holding. Cole should just be behind the strikers. Milan and Maxi suporting Joe Cole in midfield. Strive to pass the ball upfront and create space for Tores and Babel. Things should just change.

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Saturday, October 16, 2010

Primera Liga round-up

"Real Madrid moved ominously to the top of the table on Saturday with an emphatic win on the road."


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Serie A round-up

"AC Milan moved to the top of the Serie A standings on Saturday with a comprehensive win on home soil."


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Thursday, October 14, 2010

Liverpool saga.

I am so disgusted by the actions of Tom and Hicks. They are now stalling everything just like what they have been doing in the past 4years. They never had Liverpool at heart, all they where after was money and nothing else. I am realy angry now, thought would wake up to good news but only bad news. It realy never rains for my beloved Liverpool. Its now very critical whoever will be taking over must know that Liverpool is an institution with suport all over the world. Judge Jordan sitting in a kangaroo court deciding a case that is thousands of miles away. UK is not a colony of Texas. What jurisdiction does an american court have over a foreign country. This is an insult to Her Majesty The Queen. Its slap in the face 4 UK. Kicks of a dying horse. Shame on you 'learned judge', shame on you tom and hicks. For sure this is breathtaking arogance. Its a shame

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Saturday, October 2, 2010

Grant Flower set for comeback

"Grant Flower, the 39-year-old batsman, has made a shock international return more than six years after he last played for Zimbabwe, being named in the..."


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Thursday, September 30, 2010

Europe and US ready for Ryder Cup

"Lee Westwood and Martin Kaymer will open Europe's Ryder Cup challenge against the United States pair of Phil Mickelson and Dustin Johnson at Celtic..."


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Liverpool scrape draw in Utrecht

"Liverpool live a charmed life as they earn a hard-fought draw at Utrecht in a Europa League Group K tie."


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Man City fight back to hold Juventus

"Man City come from behind to secure a hard-fought 1-1 draw with Juve in an entertaining Europa League encounter at Eastlands."


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Ireland clinch consolation victory

"Ireland 244 (Mooney 55, Porterfield 46, Rainsford 5-36) beat Zimbabwe 224 (Williams 74, S Masakadza 45*, K O'Brien 3-27) by 20 runs

Scorecard

John..."


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Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Taylor and Chigumbura seal series win

"Zimbabwe 239 for 7 (Taylor 71, Taibu 41, K O'Brien 2-33) beat Ireland 238 for 9 (K O'Brien 73*, Stirling 52, Utseya 2-37) by three wickets

Elton..."


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Semenya pulls out of Delhi Games

"South African athlete Caster Semenya will miss the Commonwealth Games because of a back injury."


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Champions League round-up

"European giants Real Madrid and Bayern Munich leave it late to secure vital victories in the Champions League, while AC Milan and Ajax draw 1-1 in..."


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How to: Nokia Social and the march into 2011

"One of the challenges of the 2010 and 2011 smartphone is that being online is not just about email and web anymore. There's a complete social..."


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Sunday, September 26, 2010

Rainsford seals last-ball win

"Zimbabwe 206 for 8 (Taibu 62, Chigumbura 41, Dockrell 3-27) beat Ireland 200 (Wilson 69, White 47, Rainsford 4-23) by two wickets

Scorecard

Ed..."


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Zimbabwe Cricket offers to forfeit Scotland game

"Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has offered to forfeit Zimbabwe XI's ICC Intercontinental Cup match against Scotland, and consequently the chance for a place in..."


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Rooney heads growing list of injury concerns for United

"• Ankle problem is a concern, admits assistant Mike Phelan

• Giggs and Ferdinand also doubts for trip to Valencia

Manchester United's match against..."


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Mourinho risks everything on gamble

"Real Madrid manager has put his formidable reputation on the line at an institution that demands the impossible

For every Brian Clough who is run out..."


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Hodgson understands fans' protest

"Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson says he "cannot criticise" the fans who staged a protest against the club's owners after the 2-2 draw with Sunderland."


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Primera Liga round-up

"Hercules upset Sevilla in Spain's top-flight action, while Almeria, Espanyol, Mallorca and Getafe all won."


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Saturday, September 18, 2010

England-Pakistan series goes on amid ICC inquiry into scoring patterns

"• England-Pakistan ODI series expected to continue

• ECB says no England players involved in allegations

The Pakistan Cricket Board reacted..."


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Liverpool can win the title, says Dalglish

"Anfield legend makes a bold prediction that goes against the tide of despondency at Liverpool

Kenny Dalglish has a confession to make. He can..."


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Ronaldo strikes to give Madrid victory at Sociedad

"Cristiano Ronaldo scored with a deflected free-kick to earn Real Madrid a battling 2-1 victory at promoted Real Sociedad and send José Mourinho's side..."


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Sunderland 1-1 Arsenal

"Arsenal missed the chance to go top of the table in dramatic fashion last night when the Premier League's latest last-gasp finish denied them with..."


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Jenson Button keeps his cool as fight for F1 title intensifies | Paul Weaver

"Champion Jenson Button has avoided the errors that have blighted his rivals' quest for his crown

In Formula One they call them "the flyaways". It is..."


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France beat Argentina for place in Davis Cup final

"• Llodra and Clement clinch win with doubles victory

• Llodra and Monfils had singles wins to set up 3-0 score

Michael Llodra and Arnaud Clément's..."


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Rafael Nadal pumps it up but fading Roger Federer remains grand master | Paul Hayward

"With his fluidity and skill the Swiss has transcended our sense of what seemed possible in the athletic age

The idea was born in a column by..."


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Pakistan cricket team face fresh spot-fixing investigation

"International Cricket Council following up allegations that scoring pattern in one-day match against England was prearranged

The International..."


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Ancelotti burdened by worries for father

"• Manager will be present for game against Blackpool

• 'It's difficult, emotionally, when it's your father'

Carlo Ancelotti intends to return to..."


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Ferguson needs a new young crop

"Manchester United have the look of a club in decline, like Liverpool after their glory years in the 70s and 80s

The Americans have long held that a..."


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Hicks plans for the return of unpopular son to Anfield

"• Fans' hate-figure part of bid to keep control of club

• No buyer imminent as owners seek profit on sale

Tom Hicks's last-ditch attempt to retain..."


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'I'm proud to be in this great generation'

"After reaching the pinnacle of international football, the Spain forward has domestic success in his sights

David Villa has been the coming man in..."


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'Chelsea have had it easy,' says Manchester United's Sir Alex Ferguson

"• United manager puts Chelsea's perfect start down to fixture list

• Ferguson admits 'silly mistakes' have cost United vital points

Sir Alex..."


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Fernando Torres has become a tarnished talisman for Liverpool | Andy Hunter

"The Spanish striker's troubles with fitness and form threaten to dominate Liverpool's season

Roy Hodgson has played Fernando Torres only five times..."


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Harry Redknapp accuses Arsène Wenger of double standards

"• Arsenal manager too sensitive over tackling in England

• 'It's his opinion but we don't all have to agree with him

Harry Redknapp has rejected..."


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Friendship put to the test by rivalry

"• Managers pay each other compliments before big match

• Relationship marks stark change from Rafael Benítez era

It was an unusual sight: the first..."


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Allardyce: 'I'm more suited to Inter or Real Madrid'

"• Rovers' Sam Allardyce 'not suited to Bolton or Blackburn'

• Says he and Mark Hughes were treated badly at big clubs

Sam Allardyce has said that he..."


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Vidic to retain Man Utd captaincy

"Serbia defender Nemanja Vidic will remain as Manchester United captain for the rest of the season, Old Trafford boss Sir Alex Ferguson confirms."


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Hicks to target Liverpool buyout

"Liverpool co-owner Tom Hicks could succeed in a bid to gain sole control of the Premier League club."


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Fergie declined Cole chance

"Sir Alex Ferguson has revealed Manchester United were offered the opportunity to hold talks with Joe Cole over the summer."


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Lampard still not ready

"Carlo Ancelotti will resist the urge to throw Frank Lampard into Premier League action this weekend."


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Hargreaves close to return

"The surgeon who operated on Owen Hargreaves' troublesome knees believes he is closing on a return."


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Thursday, September 16, 2010

Cole inspires Liverpool victory

"Joe Cole scores his first goal for Liverpool and David Ngog nets twice to earn their side a convincing win over Steaua Bucharest."


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Rafael Nadal on top of the world after 'incredible' season

"• Nadal guaranteed to end year ranked at No1

• 'One of my best ever seasons, if not the best'

Rafael Nadal is guaranteed to end the year on top of..."


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McLaren rue errors after Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton lose ground

"• Button finishes second behind Fernando Alonso at Monza

• Team principal blames Hamilton aggression for crash

McLaren left Italy tonight cursing..."


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Nick Heidfeld replaces Pedro de la Rosa at Sauber

"• German brought in for final five races of Formula One season

• 'I am surprised by decision,' says De la Rosa

Nick Heidfeld will replace Pedro de..."


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McLaren's Lewis Hamilton knows he cannot afford any more big mistakes

"• Briton anxious to avoid repeat of Italian grand prix

• The 2008 world champion stays positive

Lewis Hamilton knows he cannot afford another DNF..."


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Salzburg 0-2 Man City

"It felt like the night David Silva announced his arrival at Manchester City and perhaps also a defining moment in the re‑emergence of Jô, the maligned..."


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Bruce demands inquiry into blades

"• Manager fears firm pitches and blades are dangerous

• Antonio Valencia and Fraizer Campbell seriously hurt in blades

Steve Bruce has called for a..."


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Liverpool 4-1 Steaua Bucharest

"No Steven Gerrard, no Fernando Torres and the threat of Tom Hicks still hovering over ruinous debt offered an apocalyptic vision of the future for..."


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Juventus rocked by Lech Poznan's injury-time equaliser

"• Artjoms Rudnevs scores a hat-trick to earn Polish side a point

• Holders Atlético Madrid beaten by Greek side Aris Salonika

Having overturned a..."


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Shearer thought he had Newcastle manager's job

"• Former England striker had talks with owner Mike Ashley

• 'I sat down with the guys and we had agreed everything'

Alan Shearer has revealed he..."


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Barça can afford to wait for Fábregas

"The midfielder looked revitalised against Braga and staying at Arsenal could lead to him becoming an even better player

When a team are 5-0 up a..."


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Europa League: Liverpool v Steaua Bucharest and Salzburg v Manchester City

"We bring you the action from Anfield and Austria as Liverpool and Manchester City kick off their Europa League campaigns"


Click here (http://www.guardian.co.uk/football/gallery/2010/sep/17/europa-league-liverpool-manchester-city) to read the full story

Wenger under attack from Coyle

"• Coyle accuses Arsenal manager of duplicity

• Allardyce claims Wenger manipulates the media

Arsène Wenger must be getting used to criticism from..."


Click here (http://www.guardian.co.uk/football/2010/sep/17/arsene-wenger-owen-coyle-sam-allardyce) to read the full story

Cricketer to face charge in latest betting scandal

"Former Essex fast bowler Mervyn Westfield charged with conspiracy to defraud for allegedly playing badly on purpose

A former Essex fast bowler will..."


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Monday, September 6, 2010

India looks to legalise betting on sport after spot-fixing scandal

"• Government keen to control illegal bookmakers

• Move recommended by trial court in New Delhi

The Indian government is considering a move to..."


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Pakistan captain claims Yasir Hameed has the 'mind of a 15-year-old'

"• Shahid Afridi attacks Test opener over new allegations

• 'You can expect anything from Hameed,' says Afridi

Pakistan's one-day captain, Shahid..."


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Pakistan betting scandal: Yasir Hameed denies making match-fixing claims

"• Batsman videoed in tabloid sting calling team-mates 'crooks'

• Hameed claims he was only repeating newspaper allegations

Pakistan's batsman Yasir..."


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Miguel Angel Jiménez secures European Masters title at 22nd attempt

"• Italy's Edoardo Molinari pushes hard for second

• 17-year-old Matteo Manassero earns Tour card

Five of Colin Montgomerie's Ryder Cup team have won..."


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Japanese Moto2 rider Shoya Tomizawa dies after San Marino crash

"• Nothing else matters, said Valentino Rossi

• Crash involved Alex De Angelis and Scott Redding

Shoya Tomizawa, the Japanese Moto2 rider, has died..."


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Andy Murray exits US Open as Stanislas Wawrinka proves too strong

"• Swiss No2 triumphs 6-7, 7-6, 6-3, 6-3 in nearly four hours

• Sam Querrey is his opponent in the fourth round

An attack of the blues swept over..."


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Maria Sharapova ensures there is no Hollywood ending for Beatrice Capra

"• Oliver Golding cautioned for throwing his racket

• Ana Ivanovic gone in less than 60 minutes

All of a sudden, women's tennis is a game for..."


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US Open 2010: Kim Clijsters and Venus Williams advance in New York

"• Clijsters beat Ana Ivanovic 6-2, 6-1 in less than an hour

• Venus Williams beat Shahar Peer 7-6 (7-3), 6-3

Kim Clijsters extended her winning..."


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Torres feeling strong

"Fernando Torres insists people will see the best of him this season after an injury-plagued last 12 months."


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Sunday, September 5, 2010

Ireland deny pressure over Zimbabwe trip

"Warren Deutrom, Cricket Ireland's chief executive, has denied that the Irish cricket team were placed under any undue pressure to travel to Zimbabwe..."


Click here (http://m.cricinfo.com/s/2497/NewsV3?storyNo=475715&allinOne=true) to read the full story

Scotland's refusal to tour an insult - Campbell

"Zimbabwe's chairman of selectors, Alistair Campbell, has criticised the UK government's advice against visiting the country and Cricket Scotland's..."


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Saturday, September 4, 2010

United omit duo from European squad

"• England midfielder goes back to knee specialist

• Portuguese striker needs more work on training ground

Manchester United have omitted Owen..."


Click here (http://www.guardian.co.uk/football/2010/sep/04/bebe-alex-ferguson-manchester-united) to read the full story

Pakistan betting scandal: Sri Lanka player under ICC spotlight

"• Team-mates voice suspicions to possible bookmaker link

• Paul Collingwood urges players to fight corruption in the game

• Pakistan trio face 23..."


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Indian judge alleges betting rings are supporting terrorism

"Senior member of the Indian judiciary has alleged that police are allowing links between organised crime and the sport to flourish

South Asian..."


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Pakistan cricket scandal: Yasir Hameed makes new match-fixing claims

"Opening batsman claims team-mates involved in fixing 'almost every match', according to News of the World

Pakistan Test opener Yasir Hameed claimed..."


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Hart and Cahill bring love to England

"Younger players, free from fear, have flooded Fabio Capello's England with a wave of much-needed optimism

England could start against Switzerland on..."


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Switzerland put faith in youthful blend

"A new emphasis on young multi-cultural talent is beginning to bear fruit for England's next opponents

With Italy, Germany, and France hugging their..."


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Said & Done: Meet Sepp's new rival

"Fifa's fresh start; the summer's best investment; model news; plus chairman of the week

New dawn

Man of the week: Chung Mong-joon – Sepp's new main..."


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More French woe highlights Blanc's task

"France's new manager problems mounted at the Stade de France, with injuries, suspensions and a fourth straight defeat

France continue to be European..."


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Dani Pedrosa takes pole for San Marino grand prix

"• Pedrosa replicates speed in practice to start in first

• Lorenzo, Stoner, Rossi and Spies make up front five

Spain's Dani Pedrosa took pole..."


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US Open tennis: the best of the action from day five

"Check out the best images from Andy Murray's second round match against Dustin Brown and the best of the day's other matches"


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Federer sails through in New York

"Five-time champion Roger Federer cruises into the fourth round of the US Open with a straight sets win over Paul-Henri Mathieu."


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Australia edge Boks in thriller

"Australia edge a classic Tri-Nations encounter in Bloemfontein, a last-ditch penalty from Kurtley Beale settling the outcome in favour of the..."


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Gerrard - A rebuilding process

"Steven Gerrard says England went some way to rebuilding their confidence after beating Bulgaria 4-0."


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Theo - Roo relished free role

"Theo Walcott says England team-mate Wayne Rooney relished playing in a free role against Bulgaria."


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Torres rediscovering rhythm

"Fernando Torres believes his rhythm and confidence are returning after scoring twice for Spain."


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Campbell insulted by Scotland snub

Zimbabwe are smarting over the British government's advice to Scotland that
they should not travel to Harare for their Inter-Continental Cup fixture in
October.

Campbell said: "We have 10 Englishmen playing cricket and coaching in
Zimbabwe, including our national coach Alan Butcher, and apart from anything
else the decision is an insult to them."

But in a cautiously worded statement Bvute said that sport was a great
healer and "strained relations will eventually be restored for the common
good".

Those strained relations are primarily with England, Australia and New
Zealand, while Zimbabwe gets its main (and majority) support from India,
Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and to some extent South Africa and West
Indies, helping to maintain their status as a full ICC member.

After consultations with the International Cricket Council and with Indian
and Sri Lankan authorities in June during a triangular series, it was agreed
that Zimbabwe could make a return to Test

cricket next May or June.

That series could be against Bangladesh in Harare and Bulawayo and would end
Zimbabwe's six-year Test exile.

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Friday, September 3, 2010

Cyprus stun Portugal in 4-4 draw as Spain, Holland and Germany win

"• Portuguese held at home after blowing 4-2 lead in Guimaraes

• Van Nistelrooy marks return for Dutch with goal in San Marino

Group A

Miroslav..."


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Revitalised Wayne Rooney emerges from his own shadow | Paul Hayward

"So bad in South Africa, so good again at Wembley – Capello's talisman showed the appetite to help rebuild his side's reputation

Over the dying summer..."


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France 0-1 Belarus

"France, under their new coach, Laurent Blanc, failed to shrug off their old ways as they slumped to an embarrassing 1-0 home defeat against Belarus in..."


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'Souness knocked Liverpool off the top'

"Jamie Carragher's passion for Liverpool is undimmed after 14 years – now he's trying to help recover their class and dignity

Jamie Carragher owns two..."


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Slovenia 0-1 Northern Ireland

"Northern Ireland got off to a fine start in their Euro 2012 qualifying campaign last night by defeating Slovenia, who reached the World Cup finals..."


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Andy Murray primed for US Open charge after beating Dustin Brown

"• Andy Murray advances with 7-5, 6-3, 6-0 win

• Jamaican Brown impresses but Scot hits top form

On his way to Arthur Ashe Court, Dustin Brown walks..."


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Spain coast to Liechtenstein win

"Spain began the defence of their European Championship crown with a convincing 4-0 win over Liechtenstein."


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Houllier in Villa frame

"Sky Sports News understands Gerard Houllier has been interviewed for the vacant manager's job at Aston Villa."


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Feisty Coltart 'boots' ZTA out of football

HARARE - Sports minister David Coltart has ordered the Zimbabwe Football
Association (Zifa) to cut ties with non-sports actors such as the Zimbabwe
Tourism Authority (ZTA), in the aftermath of the Brazil/Zimbabwe friendly
match debacle, marked by allegations of shady commercial arrangements.


The minister's letter, coming after spirited attempts by Harare businessman
Phillip Chiyangwa to promote a high-profile international friendly between
Zimbabwe and World Cup quarter finalists Ghana, effectively shuts out
non-football agents from involvement in the game.

Zifa, still reeling from salacious allegations over the misappropriation of
funds as caused by suspended chief executive Henrietta Rushwaya's conduct
and exposed by Kentaro's cash demands after the ZTA-organised match, has
been given a hand by Coltart's intervention, as it seeks to clean up its
act.

"I have raised similar concerns in the past with Zifa. The last Zifa board
on a number of occasions sidelined the SRC (Sports and Recreation
Commission), which was very unhealthy for sports," Coltart told the Daily
News.

"There was a very close relationship between Zifa and the ZTA, which I found
unusual," the feisty minister said.

Crucially, Coltart argues that Zifa needs to forge "closer ties" with
associations such as the SRC instead of "loose alliances" with
non-commissioned organisations like the ZTA and individual promoters,
including Chiyangwa.

"I had deep concerns about the way Zifa was run. In this regard, I wrote to
Mr (Cuthbert) Dube (Zifa board president) to say we need to have a special
indaba to look into the financing of football. Zifa have replied, saying
they are happy to have a preliminary meeting with us. I hope this will open
a new chapter in our relationship with Zifa," he said.

Kentaro, a Switzerland-based sports management firm also representing Brazil's
Samba Boys, worked with the government in staging the historic match, but it
is now threatening to sue Zifa over unpaid "gate takings" and television
rights revenue totaling US$650 000.

While Dube claimed he had not seen Coltart's letter, attempts to secure
Karikoga Kaseke on the latest development were fruitless.As Coltart and
Dube's new board rails at Rushwaya, and Kaseke's ZTA, other regulatory
bodies such as the Public Works ministry and SRC are also coming hard on the
beleaguered football governing body with demands for unpaid dues.

In a July 28 letter, George Mlilo, the Public Works permanent secretary,
issued a "formal demand" to his Tourism and Hospitality counterpart
Sylvester Maunganidze for a US$10 000 stadium hire fee, while the SRC is
also baying for its mandatory six percent of gate takings from the match.

In the dispatch, sources said, the SRC quotes a figure of US$650 000 as
total revenue from the match.

While the new Zifa board is distancing itself from the June 2
Brazil-Warriors fiasco and Kaseke's ZTA is accusing Kentaro of tampering
with the "final contract" over match rights, the flurry of demand letters
and Zifa's inability to pay the SRC funds, for instance, also strengthens
fears of the mishandling of such by the characters involved.

Also on July 28, Dube's board told Kentaro by letter that Rushwaya did not
represent Zifa when she entered into the controversy-ridden contract with
them.

US Open 2010 in pictures

"All the best images from the action at Flushing Meadows"


Click here (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/gallery/2010/sep/03/us-open-2010) to read the full story

US Open 2010: Order of play, Friday

"• Andy Murray v Dustin Brown is third up in Arthur Ashe Stadium

• Follows Hantuchova v Dementieva and Kvitova v Clijsters

Order of play for Friday..."


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Mascherano mocked contract ideals

"Charles N'Zogbia's failed transfer and Robinho's departure show that players have all the power

Fifty years ago a young Lancastrian working on..."


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'Nothing wrong with Chelsea's old boys'

"• Frank Lampard says Chelsea have moved on from last season

• 'Older you get, more you appreciate what you have got'

Frank Lampard has hit back at..."


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Mum's the word for Jamie Carragher ahead of Anfield testimonial

"• Paula Carragher to visit stadium for only second time

• Defender leads Liverpool XI v Everton to mark 14-year career

Jamie Carragher may have..."


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Pakistan match-fixing investigation will take months to complete – ICC

"• Suspended players face life ban if found guilty of corruption

• They face interviews by ICC once police have spoken with them

The fate of the..."


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Cricket anti-corruption chief denies failures over Pakistan betting scandal

"Comments came as cricketers Salman Butt, Mohammad Asif and Mohammad Amir were being questioned by police

The head of the International Cricket..."


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Pakistan cricketers re-interviewed by police

"Butt, Asif and Amir interviewed by Metropolitan police for second time over allegations of bowling no-balls at Lord's

The three Pakistan cricketers..."


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ICC's suspension of Pakistan players is 'wrong' – leading diplomat

"• Asif, Amir and Butt banned by governing body last night

• High Commissioner accuses ICC of 'playing to public gallery'

The Pakistan high..."


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Thursday, September 2, 2010

Three Pakistan players suspended by ICC and charged under anti-corruption code

"Captain and two bowlers protest their innocence as players are to be interviewed by police under caution

The three Pakistan cricketers at the centre..."


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Premier League managers offer to help Fabio Capello revitalise England

"• LMA writes formal offer of assistance to England manager

• Ferguson, Wenger and Hodgson could be part of think-tank

Several Premier League..."


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David Beckham plans LA Galaxy comeback next weekend

"• Beckham hopes to face Columbus Crew on 11 September

• Midfielder almost recovered from achilles tendon injury

David Beckham hopes to make his..."


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Jamie Carragher close to agreeing new deal with Liverpool

"• Defender has held constructive talks with club's hierarchy

• 32-year-old does not expect to earn England recall

Jamie Carragher has confirmed he..."


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Serena Williams reveals details of her serious foot injury

"• American explains freak tendon injury in Munich in July

• Williams had 12 stitches in her right foot

Serena Williams has broken a three-month..."


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Nikolay Davydenko and Marin Cilic fall but Roger Federer marches on

"• Kei Nishikori beats Cilic, Richard Gasquet sinks Davydenko

• The favourite Roger Federer untroubled by Andreas Beck

The early exits of the ninth..."


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Benayoun inspires Israel win

"Yossi Benayoun fired a hat-trick as Israel beat Malta 3-1 their opening Euro 2012 qualifying match."


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Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Premier League squad lists in full

"Here are the full squad lists for the 20 Premier League clubs with their homegrown players in bold

Arsenal

1 Almunia, Manuel

2 Arshavin, Andrey

3..."


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Van Bommel chosen as Holland captain

"• He is the right age and position to do it, says Van Marwijk

• Four changes to World Cup final team expected

The Holland coach, Bert van Marwijk,..."


Click here (http://www.guardian.co.uk/football/2010/sep/01/holland-mark-van-bommel-captain) to read the full story

US Open tennis: Day 3 action

"We bring you the best images from day 3 at Flushing Meadow as Andy Murray continues his quest to land his first Grand Slam title"


Click here (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/gallery/2010/sep/01/us-open-2010) to read the full story

Ferdinand fit to play - Solskjaer

"Rio Ferdinand is ready to play for the Manchester United first team, according to reserves boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer."


Click here (http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/sport2/hi/football/teams/m/man_utd/8960796.stm) to read the full story

Zlatan has another dig at Pep

"Zlatan Ibrahimovic has labelled his former boss at Barcelona, Pep Guardiola, as a 'small time' coach."


Click here (http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,11095_6353189,00.html) to read the full story

Van der Vaart's Spurs switch given the all-clear ... at last

"• Premier League ratify transfer after assessing documentation

• Spurs moved for Van der Vaart only two hours before deadline

Rafael van der Vaart's..."


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Mourinho hits back at early-season criticisms

"• Coach says critics of Real's slow start are unreasonable

• Real were held 0-0 by Real Mallorca while Barcelona won

José Mourinho says he is the..."


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Ballack to resume as Germany captain

"• Injured Ballack told he will retain captaincy when he recovers

• Will not be fit in time for Germany's game against Belgium

Michael Ballack will..."


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Uefa bans vuvuzelas from European competition

"• Governing body says horns are 'not appropriate in Europe'

• Vuvuzelas became the soundtrack to South Africa 2010

Uefa has banned fans from taking..."


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Torres demands new regime at Anfield

"• Forward says Liverpool risk falling behind main rivals

• Club needs owners 'who can make us a competitive side'

Fernando Torres says it is..."


Click here (http://www.guardian.co.uk/football/2010/sep/01/liverpool-fernando-torres-new-owners)

Caroline Wozniacki eases into US Open second round

"• No1 seed beats American Chelsey Gullickson 6-1 6-1

• Fourth seed Jelena Jankovic scrapes past Simona Halep

Caroline Wozniacki, the top seed, made..."


Click here (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2010/sep/01/caroline-wozniacki-us-open-tennis) to read the full story

Essien eyes CL glory

"Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien has set his sights on lifting the Champions League trophy this season."


Click here (http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,11095_6352783,00.html) to read the full story

Vidic relishing skipper role

"Manchester United defender Nemanja Vidic is enjoying the responsibility of wearing the captain's armband."


Click here (http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,11095_6352750,00.html) to read the full story

Konchesky targets silverware

"New Liverpool signing Paul Konchesky has targeted silverware this season on his arrival at Anfield."


Click here (http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,11095_6352249,00.html) to read the full story

United fail to hit season ticket target

"• David Gill insists sales figure is still 'pretty good'

• 'The bare facts are that the club is in good financial shape'

Manchester United failed to..."


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Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Tony Blair asked Alex Ferguson's advice on Gordon Brown

"Manchester United manager told prime minister if his best player wouldn't do what he wanted he'd chuck him out

Of all the conversations revealed in..."


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Tottenham in late £8m bid to sign Van der Vaart from Real

"• Player available after £18m move to Bayern fell through

• Spurs are offering £8m for the Holland midfielder

Tottenham Hotspur hope to discover..."


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City pay for expensive taste and waste

"Those Eastlands spendthrifts break the trend of a new realism as the Premier League transfer window closes

More compelling than Manchester City's..."


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Liverpool lose out in attempt to sign Cole

"• Liverpool remain reliant on injury-prone Fernando Torres

• Sunderland swoop for Ghana's World Cup star Asamoah Gyan

Sunderland made the biggest..."


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MacDonald heads five-man shortlist for Villa job

"• Caretaker has players' support as club begins interviews

• Timing of Fulham appointment counts against Mark Hughes

Aston Villa have compiled a..."


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US Open: Wednesday's order of play

"• Andy Murray begins campaign against Lukas Lacko

• Venus Williams, Kim Clijsters and Andy Roddick also play

(Show courts, all times local, -5 hours..."


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US Open: Roger Federer's nutmeg adds spice to his statement of intent

"Roger Federer's winner against Brian Dabul underlines a great champion's desire to prove himself again, says John McEnroe

If a tennis tournament can..."


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Sunderland break bank to snap up Gyan

"• Gyan joins from Rennes for fee 'in excess of £13m'

• Ghana forward signs four-year contract with Sunderland

Sunderland have confirmed the signing..."


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Djokovic survives scare against Troicki

"• Serb recovers to fight back from two sets down

• Keothavong to reassess her future after early exit

Novak Djokovic had to fight muscle- sapping..."


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The Spin | Pakistan match-fixing scandal: sinister, extraordinary and heartbreaking | Rob Smyth

"We thought that this summer would belong to Mohammad Amir and Mohammad Asif, but for what they would do with the ball

Where were you? Cricket's..."


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Roger Federer produces another magic moment at US Open

"• Shot mirrors winner against Djokovic in 2009 semi-final

• 'You could see from my reaction that I couldn't believe it'

Roger Federer progressed to..."


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Insua set for Gala loan

"Emiliano Insua looks set to move to Galatasaray according to statements on his Twitter page."


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Scotland reverse decision to tour Zimbabwe

"Scotland have reversed their decision to tour Zimbabwe for an Intercontinental Cup fixture in October, following advice from the Scottish government..."


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Bernie Ecclestone's Formula One architect is off on the wrong track | Richard Williams

"There are good reasons why Spa has become a favourite of recent generations of grand prix drivers

The majestic circuit of Spa-Francorchamps looked..."


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Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button happy to be treated equally at McLaren

"• Hamilton denies needing special help from McLaren to win title

• Button does not feel his chances will suffer because of rivalry

Lewis Hamilton..."


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Pakistan want evidence before suspending 'spot-fixing' players

"• Pakistan want evidence before taking action against trio

• Amir, Asif and Butt could be allowed to play against England

Gary Payne

The Pakistan..."


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Roy Hodgson wants quality striker to take pressure off Fernando Torres

"• Another forward would be icing on cake, says manager

• David Ngog and Ryan Babel will be sufficient if we fail

Roy Hodgson said he would not be..."


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US Open: Tuesday's order of play

"• Rafael Nadal and Caroline Wozniacki in action

• Britain's Anne Keothavong also plays

(Selected courts, all times local, -5 hours from BST)

Arthur..."


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Live - Transfer deadline day

"A busy day of last-gasp deals is expected with the summer transfer window slamming shut at 1800 BST on Tuesday."


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Clijsters up and running

"Kim Clijsters opened the defence of her US Open title with a straight-sets win over Greta Arn."


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Monday, August 30, 2010

Berlusconi: Milan may bid for Robinho

"• Berlusconi considers pairing Robinho with Ibrahimovic

• Borriello may leave after striker's arrival from Barcelona

The Milan owner, Silvio..."


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Sunday, August 29, 2010

Google, Facebook and Apple among 11 companies targeted in patent lawsuit by ex-Microsoft founder

"Company headed by ex-Microsoft founder Paul Allen claims patents relating to e-commerce and search held by Interval Licensing have been..."


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Mallorca 0-0 Real Madrid

"When Jose Mourinho appealed for time at Real Madrid, few seemed willing to accept that he might actually need it – but on this showing he was right...."


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Sunderland 1-0 Manchester City

"Roberto Mancini had reason to regret not bringing his famous blue and white woolly scarf to a cold and windy Wearside on an afternoon which offered a..."


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Liverpool 1-0 West Brom

"Spanish interest in Fernando Torres is an irritation to Roy Hodgson right now as Vicente Del Bosque attempts to haul Liverpool's match-winner off to..."


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Meireles: I am no Mascherano clone

"• Raul Meireles arrives at Liverpool in £11.5m switch

• Roy Hodgson 'key' to move to England from Porto

Raul Meireles has insisted he is not a..."


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Sebastian Vettel continues to mix the brilliant and best forgotten | Richard Williams

"The talented young German driver will not become world champion until he learns to control his emotions

Sebastian Vettel will become world champion..."


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Lewis Hamilton wins Belgian grand prix as Jenson Button crashes out

"• Hamilton back as F1 drivers' championship leader

• Accident-prone Sebastian Vettel crashes into Jenson Button

There was thunder, rain, spectacular..."


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Scotland Decline to Tour Zim

"Failure to honour the fixture would cost Scotland any hope of a place in the tournament final, but the paper reports that discussions are underway..."


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Saturday, August 28, 2010

Premier League - Liverpool sign Meireles - Yahoo! Eurosport

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Premier League - Liverpool sign Meireles
http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/29082010/58/premier-league-liverpool-sign-meireles.html

Pakistan embroiled in no-ball betting scandal against England

"• A 35-year-old man has been arrested over allegations

• Scotland Yard visit the Pakistan team hotel in London

Pakistan lost 14 wickets in a day at..."


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Snaptu: Pakistan on the brink as England's Graeme Swann shows no mercy

"• Off-spinner takes 4-12 in eight overs on extraordinary day

• Pakistan, following on, lie six wickets from series defeat

There was no way back for..."


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South Africa 44-31 Australia

"South Africa move to second place in the Tri-Nations after coming from behind to beat Australia in a thrilling match in Pretoria."


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Serie A round-up

"Genoa took an early lead in the Serie A table, while Roma were held to a shock draw by newcomers Cesena."


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Primera Liga round-up

"Valencia opened their 2010/11 Primera Liga campaign on Saturday with a convincing win on the road."


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ICC to inspect pitches for World Cup

"The ICC's pitch consultant, Andy Atkinson, will be visiting India in early September to inspect six out of the eight venues in the country for the..."


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Gay wraps up Diamond League title

"Tyson Gay wraps up the 100m Diamond League title with victory in the final meeting of the season in Brussels as Caster Semenya finishes third in the..."


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Blackburn snap up striker Benjani

"Blackburn Rovers sign former Manchester City striker Benjani Mwaruwari on a one-year deal."


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Atletico stun Inter in Super Cup

"Atletico Madrid secure the European Super Cup with a 2-0 victory over Champions League holders Inter Milan."


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Konchesky set for Reds medical

"Sky Sports Sources understand Fulham's Paul Konchesky will undergo a medical at Liverpool this weekend."


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Premier League - Transfers: Meireles in Liverpool to sign deal - Yahoo! Eurosport

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Premier League - Transfers: Meireles in Liverpool to sign deal
http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/28082010/58/premier-league-transfers-meireles-liverpool-sign-deal.html

Friday, August 27, 2010

Barcelona and Madrid prepare for duel

"Barcelona will again look to rely on graduates of their academy to repel the threat of Real Madrid in the coming La Liga season

A tiny stone..."


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Ferguson angry at criticism of Scholes

"• Oldest feud in football management resumes

• Ferguson fumes at Bébé reports

Sir Alex Ferguson's improved relationship with Arsène Wenger reverted..."


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Grant admits Parker may join Spurs

"• Lucrative offer for midfielder may tempt Upton Park board

• Striker Victor Obinna arrives on loan from Internazionale

Avram Grant is confident..."


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Tiger Woods slips back into the pack at the Barclays as Jason Day leads

"• World No1 loses lead with two-over second round of 73

• Harrington returns to form with 68 but McIlroy struggles

Tiger Woods faded to four shots..."


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Ryder Cup selection debate rages at Johnnie Walker Championship

"• Paul McGinley 'disappointed' with Padraig Harrington

• Edoardo Molinari moves within three shots of the lead

The Ryder Cup rumour mill continued..."


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Fernando Alonso relaxed and sensing a 'perfect moment' with Ferrari | Richard Williams

"The Spanish driver has never been happier and still believes he can win the Formula One world championship this season

This is a good time to be a..."


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Belgian grand prix crucial for Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton

"• Spa circuit may give McLaren edge in championship race

• We could win this weekend, says Lewis Hamilton

Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton admit..."


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Tetchy Roger Federer convinced he can win US Open for a sixth time

"Roger Federer, the 16-time grand slam champion, is not without flaws but has avoided the temptations of his friend Tiger Woods

It is safe to say..."


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Liverpool move fast to sign £10.7m Meireles from Porto

"• Roy Hodgson acts quickly to sign 27-year-old midfielder

• Portuguese seen as ideal replacement for Javier Mascherano

Liverpool have moved quickly..."


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Manchester City to face Juventus in Europa League

"• Manchester City drawn with Serie A club for group stage

• Liverpool in group with Napoli and Steaua Bucharest

Manchester City have been grouped..."


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Benjani set to join Blackburn Rovers

"• Free agent has trained with Sam Allardyce's side

• We think he will be OK to play for us, says manager

The former Manchester City and Portsmouth..."


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Liverpool agree Mascherano Barça deal

"• Fee believed to be close to Liverpool's £25m valuation

• Argentina midfielder to sign four-year contract

Javier Mascherano's long-awaited transfer..."


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La Liga 2010-11 season preview

"Sid Lowe looks at whether José Mourinho and Madrid can dethrone champions Barça

Sid Lowe

Christian Bennett"


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Tiger Woods shoots best round of the year in The Barclays

"• Tiger Woods cards 65 to share lead at Barclays tournament

• Vaughan Taylor is joint leader with world No1 in New Jersey

Tiger Woods put his..."


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Adebayor hints at City exit

"Emmanuel Adebayor is prepared to quit Manchester City due to his limited first-team opportunities."


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Thursday, August 26, 2010

Premier League may ban player loans

"• Chief executive twice tried to outlaw loans

• Moves were overruled by clubs

Suspicions that Manchester City might be stockpiling players in order..."


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Wright-Phillips and Boyata strike to ease Manchester City through

"Manchester City's place in tomorrow's Europa League draw was secured without even a flicker of concern. Roberto Mancini's team have still to concede a..."


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Kuyt ends Inter speculation by pledging future to Liverpool

"• 'My future is at Liverpool,' says Kuyt after win in Turkey

• Roy Hodgson hopes to complete signing of Paul Konchesky

Dirk Kuyt pledged his..."


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Aston Villa 2-3 Rapid Vienna (agg 3-4)

""Your nightmare returns" proclaimed the banner held aloft by the Rapid Vienna supporters beforehand, and so it proved as Aston Villa were knocked out..."


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Jenson Button warns Eau Rouge will be even tougher challenge at Spa

"• Heavier fuel loads increase risks at 180mph corner

• Belgian circuit better suited to the McLarens

Jenson Button believes "big balls" will be..."


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Michael Schumacher sorry for putting squeeze on Rubens Barrichello

"• German sends SMS to former Ferrari team-mate

• I accepted it, life goes on, says Barrichello

Michael Schumacher has apologised to Rubens..."


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Murray faces tricky test before Nadal

"• Scot to play Lukas Lacko in first round of US Open

• Petra Martic first up for Elena Baltatcha

Andy Murray will have to beat Rafael Nadal in the..."


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Woods tied for lead at FedEx Cup

"Tiger Woods shares the lead after round one of The Barclays, the first event of the US Tour's FedEx Cup, as he bids to earn a US Ryder Cup wildcard..."


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'Joke' Mascherano offer rejected

"An Inter Milan offer for Argentine Javier Mascherano is summarily dismissed by Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson."


Click here (http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/sport2/hi/football/teams/l/liverpool/8938241.stm) to read the full story

Platini voices England 2018 fears

"Uefa president Michel Platini warns the Football Association that delaying naming a new chairman could damage England's 2018 World Cup bid."


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Hodgson laughs off Inter bid

"Liverpool boss Roy Hodgson has described Inter's bid for Javier Mascherano as 'tongue-in-cheek'."


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Champions League draw

"Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham and Rangers now know who they will face in the UEFA Champions League group stage."


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Zimbabwe commit to Pakistan

"Zimbabwe continue to offer the likeliest possibility of international cricket returning to Pakistan, with the board indicating its willingness to help..."


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Ireland's Zimbabwe tour confirmed

Ireland's trip to Zimbabwe has been confirmed, and in addition to the
Intercontinental Cup match against Zimbabwe XI, three one-day internationals
between the senior national teams have been arranged. All of the games will
take place in Harare, with the four-day fixture starting on Monday September
20. The ODIs follow on September 26, 27 and 30.

Zimbabwe withdrew from Test cricket in 2006 and were subsequently admitted
to the Intercontinental Cup on the understanding that Zimbabwe XI's four
home games would be played at neutral venues. But along with the relative
political stability in the country, Zimbabwe Cricket has worked hard to
improve its structures after divisive squabbling between players and
administrators had wrecked cricket in the country.

There had been some speculation as to whether Ireland would make the trip at
all, and for a time there had been a possibility that the Intercontinental
Cup fixture would take place in South Africa. But both Kenya and Afghanistan
recently played their Intercontinental Cup matches in the country, and
Zimbabwe also hosted Sri Lanka and India in a one-day tri-series in June
this year, so the pressure on Ireland to make the trip was always going to
be immense. Now that their tour has been confirmed, it is almost certain
that Scotland - who are scheduled to play Zimbabwe XI in the middle of
October - will also make the trip.

Zimbabwe XI are currently in third place behind Afghanistan and Scotland in
the Intercontinental Cup having drawn against Afghanistan and beaten Kenya,
Netherlands and Canada. Ireland are fifth on the points table after draws
against Scotland and Kenya and a loss to Afghanistan at Dambulla.

Bring on Real Madrid and Inter, says Crouch after Spurs stroll

"• 'We want massive games,' says England striker after hat-trick

• Gareth Bale too much for Young Boys in 4-0 victory

Peter Crouch said he wanted to..."


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Michael Owen to play for Liverpool in Jamie Carragher's testimonial

"• Man Utd striker will line-up alongside former team-mates

• Owen uncertain about reaction from Anfield crowd

Michael Owen is to pull on the colours..."


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Joe Cole and Ryan Babel have points to prove for Liverpool

"• European tie against Trabzonspor offers duo chance to shine

• Roy Hodgson forced to leave leading names at home

Three points against West Bromwich..."


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Sheikh Mansour puts £500m into City

"• Support of club's owner may exceed £650m over two years

• Net expenditure on players' transfers totals around £300m

Sheikh Mansour has been forced..."


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Hodgson accuses Inter over Kuyt move

"• Hodgson says former manager agreed not to raid Anfield

• Benítez signed an agreement when he left, Hodgson adds

Roy Hodgson has accused Rafael..."


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Argentina may need to alter approach

"There is a prevalent sense that playing the right way is more important than adopting a more 'European' approach

Coming out of El Monumental on..."


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Webb: I should have sent off De Jong

"England's World Cup final referee said he did not have a good view of the incident and was not prepared to take a guess

When Howard Webb took the..."


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'I never hit him', says Tiger Woods's ex-wife Elin Nordegren

"• Elin Nordegren went 'through hell' after news of infidelity

• World No1 will eventually be forgiven by his former wife

Tiger Woods's ex-wife Elin..."


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Cameroon: Angry Roger Milla bangs FA doors

"Cameroon's emblematic footballer, roving ambassador and honorary President of Cameroon Football Federation, FECAFOOT, Roger Milla, slammed the doors..."


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Scots defer Zimbabwe trip choice

"Cricket Scotland will not make a decision on whether to play in Zimbabwe until next week."


Click here (http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/sport2/hi/cricket/counties/scotland/8941119.stm) to read the full story

Ibrahimovic could join AC Milan

"Barcelona striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic may be on his way back to Italy, according to AC Milan vice-president Adriano Galliani."


Click here (http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/sport2/hi/football/europe/8944842.stm) to read the full story

Hodgson sets Mascherano deadline

"Roy Hodgson says he expects to know before Sunday whether Javier Mascherano will remain a Liverpool player."


Click here (http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/sport2/hi/football/teams/l/liverpool/8938241.stm) to read the full story

India beat Kiwis to reach final

"India cruise to a 105-run win against New Zealand to reach the final of the tri-series, where they will play Sri Lanka on Sunday."


Click here (http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/sport2/hi/cricket/8944533.stm) to read the full story

Fresh start for Woods after split

"Struggling world number one Tiger Woods is set to begin his defence of the FedEx Cup in the first tournament since his recent divorce was confirmed."


Click here (http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/sport2/hi/golf/8943485.stm) to read the full story

Semenya picked for Commonwealths

"Women's world 800m champion Caster Semenya is included in South Africa's squad for the Commonwealth Games."


Click here (http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/sport2/hi/athletics/8943282.stm) to read the full story

Reds confirm Konchesky talks

"Liverpool boss Roy Hodgson has confirmed he has spoken to Fulham regarding a move for Paul Konchesky."


Click here (http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,11095_6337674,00.html) to read the full story

Champions League round-up

"Ajax, Auxerre, FC Copenhagen and MSK Zilina qualified for the UEFA Champions League group phase."


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Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Michael Klein re-emerges as key figure behind the scenes at Liverpool

"• Klein group set to earn up to £260,000 in fees

• Fans worried by proximity of Klein to Tom Hicks

Michael Klein seems to have re-emerged as a key..."


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Sir Alex Ferguson's 'instinct' in signing Bebé looks to be off mark

"• Striker rejected from reserve team fixture with Manchester City

• Ferguson and United expect improved fitness and confidence

When Manchester..."


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Juventus agree £13.1m fee to make Alberto Aquilani's loan permanent

"• 26-year-old leaves Liverpool for Serie A on loan

• Agreement in place to make the move permanent

The Liverpool midfielder Alberto Aquilani has..."


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Romance or reality for Argentina?

"There is a prevalent sense that playing the right way is more important than adopting a more 'European' approach

Coming out of El Monumental on..."


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Michael Schumacher plays down chances ahead of Belgium grand prix

"• Seven-time Formula One champion has 10-place grid penalty

• 'It will be difficult to expect special things from the race'

Michael Schumacher has..."


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Lewis Hamilton hopes McLaren get some Spa relief at Belgian grand prix

"• Hamilton optimistic that car's potential can be unlocked

• Sebastian Vettel confident of Red Bull success in Spa

Lewis Hamilton heads to Spa this..."


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Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Barcelona prepare to up Mascherano bid

"• Liverpool want €26m for their wantaway midfielder

• Catalans may offer Alexander Hleb and Martin Cáceres

Barcelona were tonight preparing a..."


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New hope for Reds takeover

"Keith Harris claims an overseas buyer has completed due diligence for a potential takeover of Liverpool."


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Monday, August 23, 2010

Roy Hodgson vents anger at Javier Mascherano for skipping defeat

"• Player's transfer stance frustrates Liverpool manager

• City inflict heavy loss to makes matters worse

Daniel Taylor Eastlands

Roy Hodgson..."


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Tiger Woods announces divorce: 'Our marriage is irretrievably broken'

"Elin Nordegren stands to secure up to $750m as part of divorce settlement after five years of marriage beset by golfer's affairs

This time last year,..."


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Manchester City risk Champions League ban by spending big | Digger

"• Clubs must not have aggregate losses of more than €45m

• City recorded £87m turnover and spent £126m on players

Digger's repeated requests over..."


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Liverpool keen on PSV's Toivonen

PSV Eindhoven say Liverpool have been in touch over the possibility of signing their striker Ola Toivonen.
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Zonal Marking comes to guardian.co.uk

"This week we use chalkboards to look at Thomas Vermaelen's passing, Bolton's approach play, Tim Cahill's tackling and Theo Walcott's finishing

It was..."


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