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Spain tops FIFA world rankings; US is No. 24 (AP)
European champion Spain remained No. 1 in FIFA's rankings Wednesday, followed by Germany, Italy and the Netherlands. The United States dropped to No. 24, tops in its regional group. England advanced to No. 10 among the world's soccer elite, moving up four places. Coach Fabio Capello's team fell from the top 10 in July after failing to qualify for the European Championship.
Ronaldo: £80m? It's because I'm worth it
Cristiano Ronaldo believes that the £80million Real Madrid paid for him is a "fair price" and he is more than comfortable with being the most expensive player in the world.
Hunger still burns for Federer
(AFP)
AFP - Roger Federer can win a record 15th Grand Slam title on Sunday, and reclaim the world number one spot, but he insisted on Saturday that his hunger for the sport and its silverware remains undiminished.
Tour tracker: 96th edition of race begins
Stage 1 of the 96th Tour de France, a 9.6-mile time trial in Monaco.
Bulgaria hopes to secure F1 race in 2011
(AP)
AP - Bulgaria is hoping to strike a deal that would allow the Balkan country to host a Formula One grand prix in 2011.
Federer ready for historic final - BBC Sport
guardian.co.uk Federer ready for historic final BBC Sport World number two Roger Federer will try to set a new landmark for men's tennis when he takes on American Andy Roddick in the Wimbledon final on Sunday. The 27-year-old Swiss hopes to win a sixth Wimbledon title and so break Pete ... US-SPORTS Summary Washington Post Williams sisters will face off in Wimbledon final ESPN Disappointment,..
US opens Gold Cup play against Grenada - Boston Herald
Goal.com US opens Gold Cup play against Grenada Boston Herald Sigi Schmid's coaching legacy reaches deep into the United States men's national soccer team, which opens CONCACAF Gold Cup play against Grenada today at Qwest Field. Five of the 30 players on the USA roster have ... Still riding high, US preps for Grenada MLS - Major League Soccer Bradley, US soccer try to sustain success in G..
Live text - Tour de France - BBC Sport
Times Online Live text - Tour de France BBC Sport To get involved use 606 or text us your views & comments on 81111. (Not all contributions can be used) By Paul Fletcher 1415 BST: So, here we go. The waiting is finally over as the 2009 Tour de France opens with a 15.5 km time trial around the famous ... Sastre assails Armstrong Boston Globe Tour de France to begin in Monaco Los Angeles Times Spec..
Bernie Ecclestone of Formula One ripped for controversial remarks
Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone faced criticism from politicians and Jewish groups Saturday after being quoted as saying that Adolf Hitler "got things done."
Injured France keeper Landreau out for six months (Reuters)
France goalkeeper Mickael Landreau, who only joined Lille on Monday, has torn the cruciate ligament in his right knee and will be out for at least six months.
Rollins's Strange Slump Leaves the Phillies Cold - New York Times
New York Times Rollins's Strange Slump Leaves the Phillies Cold New York Times Tom Mihalek/AP Jimmy Rollins has struggled this year, but on Friday, he was 2 for 5 with two runs batted in during against the Mets. By BEN SHPIGEL PHILADELPHIA — On opening night, Jimmy Rollins was 1 for 4. His average stood at .250, and it has not ... Fans want big deal; Mets' Minaya doubts he will make one Y..
Williams sisters will face off in Wimbledon final - ESPN
Telegraph.co.uk Williams sisters will face off in Wimbledon final ESPN Venus and Serena Williams have won seven of the nine Wimbledon titles this decade, with the older sibling owning five. Their roads to the final could not have been more different. Serena, on the precipice of defeat, clawed her way back versus Elena ... Americans taking Wimbledon by storm Los Angeles Times Williams Sisters Have..
Is Roger Federer the greatest? - BBC Sport
Times Online Is Roger Federer the greatest? BBC Sport Roger Federer is now just one game away from winning an historic 15th Grand Slam title of his career. If he defeats Andy Roddick in Sunday's Wimbledon Men's Singles final he will move clear of Pete Sampras in the record books. ... Williams sisters will face off in Wimbledon final ESPN Disappointment, but the British Are Used to It New ..
Given a key break, the Mariners ruin Wakefield's record-setting start - Boston Globe
Globe and Mail Given a key break, the Mariners ruin Wakefield's record-setting start Boston Globe After the Red Sox skulked into their clubhouse, his keepsake night turned sour, Tim Wakefield resumed his wait. He has pitched in the majors for 17 years and, as of last night, made more starts for the Red Sox than any pitcher in ... Mariners prevail in 11 behind Johnson MLB.com Wakefield Struggl..
Milan chief admits interest in Huntelaar, Fabiano
AC Milan are targeting Real Madrid striker Klaas Jan Huntelaar and Sevilla's Luis Fabiano, chief executive Adriano Galliani told reporters late on Friday.
Determined Owen: Injuries are part of past
New Manchester United striker Michael Owen insists he is fighting fit and his injury-plagued past should not be a concern to fans of his new club.
Dalglish return to Anfield all but confirmed
Kenny Dalglish's mooted return to Liverpool looks to be happening, with manager Rafael Benitez instrumental in the Scot's appointment at Anfield.
Benzema mixed over the leaving of Lyon
Outgoing Lyon striker Karim Benzema has confessed to mixed feelings over his impending move to Real Madrid.
Fans share mixed emotions about Manny - MLB.com
Globe and Mail Fans share mixed emotions about Manny MLB.com SAN DIEGO -- Raucous supporters chanting "Manny! Manny! Manny!" battled for prominence over a heavy contingent of booing fans when Dodgers outfielder Manny Ramirez first stepped to the plate Friday against the Padres at PETCO ... Dodgers' Ramirez hitless in return from suspension The Associated Press Ramirez Returns, but Dodgers Don..
Woods takes command at Congressional - SI.com
New York Daily News Woods takes command at Congressional SI.com BETHESDA, Md. (AP) -Tiger Woods finished signing for the lowest 36-hole score ever at Congressional Country Club and was met by a couple of AT&T National officials wanting to know his plans for the afternoon. "I'm done,'' Woods said, indicating that he ... Woods is halfway home at the AT&T National Tournament New York Dai..
Sisters Venus and Serena Williams are on tap to clash in the ... - New York Daily News
Los Angeles Times Sisters Venus and Serena Williams are on tap to clash in the ... New York Daily News Sisters Serena and Venus Williams are set to meet at Centre Court for the Wimbledon finals. WIMBLEDON - So here we go again today with another final on Centre Court, Serena Williams vs. Venus Williams: The selfish, volatile kid sister against the ... Americans taking Wimbledon by storm Los Angel..
Manny begins trek toward regaining form - MLB.com
Los Angeles Times Manny begins trek toward regaining form MLB.com SAN DIEGO -- A journey of 100 at-bats begins with a single at-bat, and for Manny Ramirez on Friday night that at-bat came in the first inning of his return engagement at PETCO Park. After sitting 50 games for an infraction ... Dodgers win in Manny's return FOXSports.com Ramirez Returns, but Dodgers Don't Need Him New York T..
Real Salt Lake Gets Late Equalizer Against San Jose (Goal.com)
Fans were treated to fireworks during and after the match match.
Sastre assails Armstrong - Boston Globe
Telegraph.co.uk Sastre assails Armstrong Boston Globe The singular focus of the Tour de France this season was established when Lance Armstrong announced last fall he would be returning to the race he has won seven times. And that focus hasn't changed as the participants prepare to log their first mile ... Special to The Washington Post Washington Post Tour de France to begin in Monaco Los An..
Spoiled rotten - Boston Globe
Globe and Mail Spoiled rotten Boston Globe After the Red Sox skulked into their clubhouse, his keepsake night turned sour, Tim Wakefield resumed his wait. He has pitched in the majors for 17 years and, as of last night, made more starts for the Red Sox than any pitcher in ... Mariners prevail in 11 behind Johnson MLB.com Still worthy of a starring role Boston Herald Mariners-Red Sox Preview Sport..
Fans need to rethink celebrating Manny's return
It's not a glitzy return. In his first game since his 50-game suspension, Manny Ramirez goes 0 for 3 with a walk in the Dodgers' 6-3 win over the Padres. Scott Miller wonders why fans are giving Manny a hero's welcome.
Instant replay: Tigers 11, Twins 9 (16 innings) - Detroit Free Press
The Associated Press Instant replay: Tigers 11, Twins 9 (16 innings) Detroit Free Press WHAT HAPPENED: After Minnesota tied game with a five-run sixth off Zach Miner, there was no more scoring until the 14th, when each team scored once. In the 16th, Placido Polanco got his second ... Tigers-Twins Preview SportingNews.com 16 is anything but sweet for Twins Minneapolis Star Tribune Polanco pushes D..
Woods takes lead at Congressional - Detroit Free Press
Washington Post Woods takes lead at Congressional Detroit Free Press Tiger Woods lived up to his hopes of being a "greedy host" when he salvaged his round during a shaky stretch in the middle and shot four-under 66 to take a one-shot lead Friday at his AT&T National with the lowest 36-hole score ever at Congressional ... Woods sets course mark with a hit-or-miss round Philadelphia Inquirer The wo..
Though hitless, Manny injects spark into LA - MLB.com
Seattle Post Intelligencer Though hitless, Manny injects spark into LA MLB.com SAN DIEGO -- Rafael Furcal, back in the leadoff spot despite sporting the lowest on-base percentage in the lineup, had four hits Friday. Russell Martin, with one RBI over the previous five weeks, had one in each of his first ... Ramirez Returns, but Dodgers Don't Need Him New York Times Manny Ramirez returns, but c..
Tigers get by Twins after 5-hour, 16-inning epic
Placido Polanco hit a pair of extra-inning RBI singles, the second giving the Detroit Tigers the lead for good in an 11-9 victory over the Minnesota Twins in 16 innings Friday night.
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