Hafeez wants Pakistan team to enjoy India series
Pakistan captain Muhammad Hafeez refusing to buckle under pressure of playing away from home in the lion's den against arch rivals India. The eagerly awaited bilateral series begins with a Twenty20...
View ArticleMurali backs Herath to bring Sri Lanka victory at MCG
Spin great Muttiah Muralitharan has heaped more pressure on Australia's under-fire Nathan Lyon ahead of the second Test against Sri Lanka, saying the struggling off-spinner cannot even take wickets...
View ArticleBenitez demands more after Chelsea smash eight
Rafael Benitez was still scribbling notes towards the end of Chelsea's 8-0 rout of Aston Villa on Sunday and after the game, the Spaniard said there was plenty of room for improvement. As Chelsea made...
View ArticleLanka aim to attack weakened Australia in Boxing Day Test
A last-gasp victory over Sri Lanka in Hobart gave Australia a sorely needed boost after disappointment against South Africa, but a mounting injury toll has tempered the hosts' Christmas cheer in the...
View ArticleTable-topping Man United face testing nine days
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson has presided over enough festive fixtures to know rotation is the key as he prepares for a busy period starting with the visit of Newcastle United in the Premier...
View ArticleAli Rashid Al Raihe claims HH The President’s Cup
Champion Trainer Ali Rashid Al Raihe made a flying start to the season saddling Alazeyab to win the Listed 1400m HH The President’s Cup, the only Thoroughbred race at Abu Dhabi on Sunday evening. Only...
View ArticleVan Persie has made same impact as Cantona, says Ferguson
Robin van Persie's impact at Manchester United has been similar to the stunning transformation brought about by the signing of Eric Cantona, according to manager Alex Ferguson. Dutch striker Van Persie...
View ArticleReal Madrid coach Jose Mourinho under pressure for surprise dropping of...
Real Madrid President Florentino Perez's confounded expression upon hearing that his team's veteran goalkeeper Iker Casillas wasn't in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Malaga showed just...
View ArticleEverton to appeal over Gibson red card
Everton announced on Monday that they will appeal against Darron Gibson's sending off in Saturday's 2-1 win at West Ham. Former Manchester United midfielder Gibson was dismissed by referee Anthony...
View ArticleInter defender Chivu snubs calls for Romania return
Inter Milan defender Cristian Chivu has refused to come out of international retirement to help Romania in next year's 2014 World Cup qualifiers. "I was clear and concise two years ago and I do not...
View ArticleBenitez needs goals to keep flowing at resurgent Chelsea to win over fans,...
Chelsea's free-scoring form is slowly chipping away at the enmity toward new manager Rafa Benitez from the club's fans. An 8-0 demolition of Wigan on Sunday showcased Chelsea's attacking prowess, and...
View ArticleRodgers won't let new signings dictate roles
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers insists the players he brings to Anfield during the January transfer window will not be allowed to dictate the roles they fill in his team. Rodgers is believed to be...
View ArticleWilliams won't face action after Van Persie row
Swansea defender Ashley Williams will not face a Football Association charge after Manchester United boss Alex Ferguson slammed the Wales star for kicking the ball into Robin van Persie's head....
View ArticlePakistan-India cricket tour hit by coverage dispute
Pakistan's first cricket tour to India in five years faced a media blackout Monday after international news agencies, including AFP, suspended coverage over a decision to bar their photo counterparts....
View ArticleWasim, Waqar salute 'special' Tendulkar
Famed Pakistan pace duo Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis on Monday, paid rich tribute to Indian batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar, labelling him "the greatest batsman of this era". Tendulkar, 39, announced...
View ArticleAbu Dhabi return for fit-again Nadal
Spanish tennis star Rafael Nadal will make his much-anticipated return from a knee injury at an Abu Dhabi exhibition tournament starting December 27, he announced via social networks on Tuesday. "Can't...
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India and Pakistan renew rivalry with 'Friendship' series
Whenever India and Pakistan play a cricket match, there is no shortage of drama to whet the appetite of their passionate followers on either side of the divide. Emotions run high in the days and...
View ArticleRodgers backs Liverpool to cope with Stoke
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers is sure his team can cope with Stoke's physicality as he prepares for Wednesday's trip to the Britannia Stadium. The Reds are finishing 2012 strongly, with a run of...
View ArticleBenitez eyes title push with resurgent Chelsea
Rafael Benitez believes Chelsea are showing signs they are capable of mounting a title challenge as the Blues prepare to face Norwich at Carrow Road on Wednesday. Benitez's side gave their best...
View ArticleCity can still overhaul Man United, says Barry
Gareth Barry is confident Manchester City will be able to chase down Manchester United at the top of the table as the champions prepare to face Sunderland on Wednesday. Roberto Mancini's team have...
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