Dec
2009
Articles from 1st Dec 2009
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No reprieve for Republic
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
FIFA secretary general Jerome Valcke has confirmed the Republic of Ireland will not be given a place at next year's World Cup in South Africa. Read
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Downing shines as Villa go through
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Stewart Downing scored on his first start for Aston Villa to help send them into the Carling Cup semi-finals after a 4-2 win at Portsmouth. Read
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Gibson fires United into last four
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Darron Gibson was the unlikely hero as holders Manchester United clinched a place in the semi-finals of the Carling Cup thanks to a 2-0 win over Tottenham. Read
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Woods cited for careless driving
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Tiger Woods was issued with a traffic citation for careless driving and a fine for 164 US dollars as Florida Highway Patrol concluded their investigation into his one-car accident in the early hours of last Friday. Read
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Drogba rules out Italy move
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Didier Drogba has no intention of leaving Chelsea for Italy despite admitting there had been past contact with both Milan clubs. Read
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Hopkins has high hopes
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Bernard Hopkins returns to the ring in his home town of Philadelphia on Wednesday night with his sights set on a heavyweight title showdown next year with Britain's David Haye. Read
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Bresnan growing into England role
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Tim Bresnan has become a sturdy fixture in England's improving one-day international team - and is more confident than ever that he can continue to grow in stature. Read
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Agent figures expected - Hughes
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Mark Hughes has defended the vast sums of money Manchester City have spent on agents over the past 12 months. Read
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Brady brands Blatter 'an embarrassment'
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Republic of Ireland assistant manager Liam Brady claimed Sepp Blatter has become a "loose cannon" and "an embarrassment to FIFA". Read
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Surrey make approach for Sussex star
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Sussex are considering their response after an approach from Surrey to speak to Rory Hamilton-Brown about becoming new captain at The Oval. Read
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City watching van der Wiel - Agent
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Holland defender Gregory van der Wiel is committed to Ajax despite being monitored by Premier League side Manchester City, according to his agent. Read
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Moyes backed amid financial troubles
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Everton owner Bill Kenwright has re-affirmed his support for boss David Moyes as the club's desperate need for cash aid from a 'sugar daddy' was underlined by their latest financial results. Read
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Selby welcomes Hearn plans
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Mark Selby has welcomed the prospect of a Barry Hearn-led snooker revolution after claiming the top players are in danger of becoming "part-time" sportsmen. Read
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Roach: Khan can grow as world champion
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Amir Khan's status as a world champion will naturally improve him as a fighter, according to his trainer Freddie Roach. Read
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Bond blow for Black Caps
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Shane Bond has been ruled out of New Zealand's final two Tests against Pakistan after suffering an abdominal tear. Read
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Flower: Boos won't affect KP
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Andy Flower is confident the boos will continue to bounce off Kevin Pietersen - even though he believes the behaviour of the South African crowds is "sad". Read
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Grant: Pressure still on in cup
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Portsmouth manager Avram Grant is refusing to treat his side's Carling Cup quarter-final home clash with Aston Villa as just a break from their Premier League relegation fight. Read
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Fletcher backs youngsters to learn
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Darren Fletcher believes one game for Manchester United is worth 10 a young player might get elsewhere as they continue their footballing education. Read
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Aguero - Future imperfect
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Argentina striker Sergio Aguero has acknowledged he may be leaving Atletico Madrid in the summer. Read
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Redknapp eyes big-four scalp
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp insists the time has come for his team to start winning on their travels against the big-four teams, starting with Manchester United in the Carling Cup quarter-final. Read
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Top award for Messi
Dec 01 2009 | National Sport
Barcelona's Lionel Messi has won the prestigious Ballon d'Or. Read
