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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.
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..
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..
Instant replay: Tigers 11, Twins 9 (16 innings) - Detroit Free Press
CharlotteObserver.com 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 ... Polanco pushes Detroit past Minnesota Los Angeles Times Three-run 16th gives Tigers victory over Twins The Associ..
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.
Report: Clemens didn't test positive in 2003
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AP - Roger Clemens' lawyer says the pitcher was not among the more than 100 players who tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs in 2003.
Reports: Turkoglu headed to Toronto Raptors - The Associated Press
MiamiHerald.com Reports: Turkoglu headed to Toronto Raptors The Associated Press TORONTO (AP) — Free agent Hedo Turkoglu will join the Toronto Raptors after spurning the Portland Trail Blazers, according to multiple reports. The 6-foot-10 forward helped Orlando to the NBA finals last season. On Friday, a person close to the Blazers ... Hedo Turkoglu to Blazers a no-go Boston Herald Turkoglu backs..
Dale Earnhardt eyes Daytona as part of much-needed turnaround
Dale Earnhardt Jr. doesn't know when he'll end his winless streak, or how long it will take to turn around his horrendous season.
Reports: Turkoglu will join Raptors (AP)
Free agent Hedo Turkoglu will join the Toronto Raptors after spurning the Portland Trail Blazers, according to multiple reports. The 6-foot-10 forward helped Orlando to the NBA finals last season. On Friday, a person close to the Blazers confirmed that Turkoglu ended contract talks with them. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because of the sensitive nature of the negotiations.
Twins put Slowey on DL with strained wrist
Minnesota Twins right-hander Kevin Slowey has been placed on the 15-day disabled list with a strained wrist following his start against the Detroit Tigers.
Reports: Turkoglu headed to Toronto Raptors
(AP)
AP - Free agent Hedo Turkoglu will join the Toronto Raptors after spurning the Portland Trail Blazers, according to multiple reports.
El Salvador Finds Finishing Touch Against Costa Rica (Goal.com)
Osael Romero's two goals helps lead El Salvador to victory in a game El Salvador manager Carlos De Los Cobos said was a must-win.
Cheers overshadow boos in Manny Ramirez's return - Los Angeles Times
Globe and Mail Cheers overshadow boos in Manny Ramirez's return Los Angeles Times Fans sitting in the left field stands at Petco Park express their opinions about Manny Ramirez, below, who returned Friday from a 50-game suspension. Many fans welcome Ramirez, who was serving a 50-game suspension for violating Major League Baseball's ... Ramirez Returns, but Dodgers Don't Need Him New Y..
Report: Roger Clemens didn't test positive in 2003
Roger Clemens' lawyer says the pitcher was not among the more than 100 players who tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs in 2003.
Polanco's RBI hit keys Detroit
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.
Polanco's RBI single helps Tigers outlast Twins in 16
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.
Padres expected to extend Black's contract
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AP - It looks like Padres manager Bud Black is going to get a contract extension.
Orioles get to Ervin Santana in his return - Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times Orioles get to Ervin Santana in his return Los Angeles Times Baltimore second baseman Brian Roberts gets around the tag of Angels catcher Jeff Mathis to score in the fourth inning of the Orioles' 6-4 victory Friday. He strikes out five, but Baltimore hitters get to him early in a 6-4 win. ... Recap: LA Angels vs. Baltimore Kansas City Star Santana feels good but results are ..
Astros-Giants Preview - SportingNews.com
Seattle Post Intelligencer Astros-Giants Preview SportingNews.com The San Francisco Giants jumped on the Houston Astros early in their series opener, setting a season high in runs by the third inning. Considering the way Tim Lincecum's been pitching, it might only take one run to win Saturday. ... The Big Sadowski goes to 2-0 San Francisco Chronicle Giants rout Astros, 13-0 Los Angeles Times ..
Roberto Mancini: Coach Juventus? Why Not (Goal.com)
Mancini would have no problems sitting on the Bianconeri bench, despite the bad rapport between the two during his Inter days.
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