Chelsea favourite Hiddink wants return to club game May 31, 2011 FORMER Chelsea manager Guus Hiddink has dropped the strongest hint yet that he wants to return to Stamford Bridge – whether he stays on as Turkey coach or not. The Dutchman, whose current role may depend on the outcome of Friday’s Euro 2012 qualifier against Belgium, declared he would relish a return to the day-to-day [...]
Spectacular Scholes retires May 31, 2011 MANCHESTER UNITED’S Paul Scholes, hailed by fellow professionals as one of the finest midfielders of his generation and a rare one-club man, yesterday confirmed his retirement from the game. Scholes, whose last appearance came in Saturday’s Champions League final defeat to Barcelona, made his debut in 1994 and went on to accumulate 17 major titles, [...]
Gritty Murray into last eight May 31, 2011 BRITAIN’S Andy Murray joked he had “more pills in me than Ozzy Osbourne” after overcoming a torn ankle tendon and fighting back from the brink of defeat to reach the quarter-finals of the French Open. Murray (right) underlined his reputation as one of the game’s grittiest performers by battling from 5-2 down in the final [...]
Injury scare for Derby fave Carlton May 31, 2011 THE QUEEN’S Carlton House, the favourite for the Investec Derby, remains poised for Saturday’s Epsom classic despite an injury scare. The colt was sent for X-rays yesterday after concerns were raised following a workout on Sunday, but is still expected to take part in the world’s most famous flat race. Her Majesty’s racing manager John [...]
Hammers set to appoint Allardyce May 31, 2011 WEST HAM are expected to bring their search for a new manager to a close this week, with former Blackburn boss Sam Allardyce favourite to land the role. Allardyce, who also had spells at Bolton and Newcastle, is being tipped to sign a two-year contract at Upton Park. His first task will be to lead [...]
Flower reveals he’s only seen Dernbach bowl once May 31, 2011 ENGLAND head coach Andy Flower insists he’s happy for Surrey paceman Jade Dernbach to be part of the squad for this week’s second Test against Sri Lanka despite having seen him bowl just once in the flesh. The 25-year-old (right) replaces the injured James Anderson, who was unable to bowl in Monday’s thrilling victory over [...]
Hamilton apologises for his Ali G impersonation May 31, 2011 FORMER world champion Lewis Hamilton has apologised for his Ali G inspired response to being reprimanded twice by the Monaco stewards during Sunday’s Grand Prix. The McLaren driver, who finished sixth and remains a distant second to Sebastian Vettel in the drivers’ championship, was penalised for tangling with Ferrari’s Felipe Massa before being handed a [...]
Houllier tipped to leave Villa May 31, 2011 FOOTBALL: Aston Villa manager Gerard Houllier’s short tenure looks likely to be ended this week due to concerns over his health. The Frenchman, 63, missed the last month of the season after being admitted to hospital with heart problems. Houllier, who only joined the club in September, has since undergone further tests to determine whether [...]
Modric hints at Tottenham exit May 31, 2011 FOOTBALL: Tottenham midfielder Luka Modric has hinted the club’s failure to qualify for the Champions League could prompt him to leave. Modric, who is thought to be a target for Manchester United, said: “I’m happy at White Hart Lane, but when you experience playing in [the] Champions League, you want to keep playing in this [...]
Contador free to defend Tour May 31, 2011 CYCLING: Tour de France winner Alberto Contador is free to defend his title next month after his doping hearing at the Court of Arbitration for Sport was postponed until August. The Spaniard, who faces losing his title and a two-year ban if found guilty, tested positive for clenbuterol during last year’s Tour. Spanish cycling chiefs [...]