Apr 15, 2011

Nice vs Monaco Preview


Nice goalkeeper Lionel Letizi believes the Cote d'Azur derby with fierce rivals Monaco is the most important of recent years


Coyle takes break before Cup semi


Bolton manager Owen Coyle will take time out from his side's preparations for the FA Cup semi-final against Stoke by backing St Johnstone.


Hamburg vs Hannover Preview


Hannover coach Mirko Slomka has set his sights firmly on a place in the Champions League next season.


IPL Updates: Rajasthan vs Kolkata


Kolkata Knight Riders won the toss and elected to bowl against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL clash in Jaipur.


Kaushik cleared of sexual charges


Former women's hockey coach MK Kaushik has been reportedly cleared of allegations of sexual harassment.


Kolarov tips Kompany to emulate Vidic


Aleksandar Kolarov has tipped Manchester City team-mate Vincent Kompany to be as good as Nemanja Vidic one day.


New injury could spell doom for Hargreaves


Owen Hargreaves could have played his last game for Manchester United.


NBA Playoffs 2011 First Round Preview


The NBA playoffs are here once again with 16 teams vying to be crowned champions of the world.


Sorensen back for Potters' Cup clash


Denmark goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen will be recalled for Stoke's FA Cup semi-final against Bolton on Sunday at Wembley.


Willem II sack coach Heerkes


Willem II have parted company with coach Gert Heerkes following a dismal Eredivisie campaign.


NBA: Magic vs Hawks Preview


The Orlando Magic will look to put their regular season woes against the Atlanta Hawks behind them when the NBA playoffs 2011 begins.


Ireland spinner Regan West retires


Ireland spinner Regan West has announced his retirement from international cricket after failing to overcome a shoulder injury.


NBA: Heat vs Sixers Preview


The Miami Heat are overwhelming favourites to win their NBA playoff 2011 first round series against the Philadelphia 76ers.


John Buchanan handed Black Caps role


Former Australia coach John Buchanan has been named as New Zealand's new director of cricket.


Rugby: Force deny O'Connor rumours


The Western Force have denied suggestions James O'Connor will be unveiled on Monday as the Melbourne Rebels' second massive signing.


Ireland spinner Regan West retires


Ireland spinner Regan West has announced his retirement from international cricket after failing to overcome a shoulder injury.


John Buchanan handed Black Caps role


Former Australia coach John Buchanan has been named as New Zealand's new director of cricket.


Clarke eyes return to the top


Australia captain Michael Clarke wants his teammates to make use of the long off-season break as his team prepare to get back to the top.


"We have to abide by Board's decision"


Deccan Chargers captain Kumar Sangakkara said Sri Lankans in the IPL will have to abide by their Board's decision and return home for the England tour.


Sangakkara demands winning momentum


With a 33-run win over Royal Challengers, Deccan Chargers captain Kumar Sangakkara asked his players to build winning momentum.


Liz Hurley to cheer for Warne's Royals


British actress Elizabeth Hurley is all set to cheer for her current beau and Rajasthan Royals captain Shane Warne in the Indian Premier League.


Swann laments packed schedule


England off-spinner Graeme Swann believes there is too much cricket being played and the situation needs assessing to avoid player burn-out.


"There is no grudge against India"


Sri Lanka sports minister said decision to recall players is not a reaction to India's shabby treatment of Lankan politicians at the ICC CWC final in Mumbai.


Man City not main rival - Scholes


Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes says he does not consider Manchester City to be his team's main rivals.


Service for Hillsborough disaster


Thousands of people are expected to attend a memorial service at Anfield to mark the anniversary of the 1989 Hillsborough disaster.


Walters hoping for final reward


Stoke City striker Jon Walters says reaching the FA Cup final would complete a difficult career journey.


Fulham sign Burn from Darlington


Fulham confirm the signing of Darlington defender Dan Burn on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee.


Swansea to consider Borini move


Swansea City manager Brendan Rodgers says he may offer striker Fabio Borini a permanent contract at the club.