Captain Fabregas ruled out of Carling Cup final February 24, 2011 ARSENAL captain Cesc Fabregas faces a race to be fit for next month’s emotional homecoming Champions League clash at Barcelona after admitting defeat in his quest to play in Sunday’s Carling Cup final. Fabregas was last night ruled out of leading the Gunners at Wembley as they go in search of a first trophy for [...]
Tresco a fan of Pietersen promotion February 24, 2011 FORMER England opener Marcus Trescothick believes the decision to promote Kevin Pietersen to the top of the or der could be a masterstroke, but wouldn’t be surprised if it took until the knockout stages of the World Cup for KP to master the role. Pietersen made an uncharacteristically sluggish 39 from 61 balls against Holland [...]
Liverpool and City progress in Europe February 24, 2011 A LATE Dirk Kuyt header booked Liverpool’s place in the last 16 of the Europa League as the Reds overcame a stubborn Sparta Prague at Anfield. Kuyt guided in an 86th minute Raul Meireles corner as the home side finally converted one of their chances. Meanwhile, Manchester City also made it through to the last [...]
Redknapp: Bale could be fit for Milan clash February 24, 2011 TOTTENHAM winger Gareth Bale could make his comeback against AC?Milan in the Champions League, according to his manager Harry Redknapp. Bale has missed the last month with a back injury but could have recovered by the time the Serie A leaders come to town on 9 March. Redknapp said: “He’s back in training today so [...]
Big test for England centres February 24, 2011 FRANCE boss Marc Lievremont has aimed a few shots across the bows by accusing the English of arrogance ahead of tomorrow RBS 6 Nations match, but the players know that’s all just hype. They’re also accustomed to it; whenever they pull on the shirt and no matter who they’re playing the opposition want to rip [...]
South Africa on the march February 24, 2011 CRICKET: South Africa got their World Cup campaign off to a winning start with a crushing seven-wicket win over West Indies in Delhi. Leg-spinner Imran Tahir took 4-41 on debut, while AB de Villiers scored an unbeaten century as the Proteas reached their victory target of 223 with over seven overs to spare.
Westwood and McIlroy are out February 24, 2011 GOLF: World No1 Lee Westwood and Rory McIlroy were both beaten at the WGC Match Play. Westwood lost by one hole to Nick Watney, while McIlroy lost 8&7 to American Ben Crane.
Cipriani to be investigated February 24, 2011 RUGBY UNION: Former Wasps fly-half Danny Cipriani is to be investigated by his club, Melbourne Rebels, after an alleged incident in a nightclub. “We are looking into it and will speak to Danny today but we won’t be making any statement about it before the game [against ACT Brumbies today],” said a Rebels spokesman.
WIN AND A PRAYER February 23, 2011 ARSENAL1 vs STOKE 0 ARSENAL captain Cesc Fabregas last night vowed to win his race to be fit for Sunday’s Carling Cup final after injuries to him and Theo Walcott soured a victory over Stoke that lifted the Gunners to within one point of Premier League leaders Manchester United. Fabregas (right) was taken off with [...]
Fergie seeks home comfort February 23, 2011 MARSEILLE 0 vs MANCHESTER UTD 0 MANCHESTER UNITED manager Sir Alex Ferguson hopes home advantage will have a decisive say in the outcome of his side’s delicately poised last 16 Champions League tie against Marseille. The French champions managed to avoid the concession of an away goal but failed to force United goalkeeper Edwin van [...]