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Sports News1 . AP sources: Woods likely to return at Masters (AP)

FILE - In this April 14, 2002, file photo, Tiger Woods, left, adjusts the 2002 Masters Green Jacket he received from Augusta National Golf Club chairman William W.'Hootie' Johnson, as Johnson applauds at the Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Ga. Woods intends to remain out of golf at least until the Masters, two people with knowledge of his plans have told The Associated Press on Thursday, march 11, 2010. The two people, who spoke on condition of anonymity because only Woods is supposed to release such information, say he is likely to play first at Augusta National in April.  (AP Photo/Doug Mills, File)AP - Tiger Woods intends to remain out of golf at least until the Masters, two people with knowledge of his plans told The Associated Press on Thursday.


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2 . Butler's 3 lifts West Virginia in Big East tourney (AP)

West Virginia's Da'Sean Butler, center, goes to the basket between Cincinnati's Cashmere Wright, left, and Lance Stephenson in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the quarterfinals of the Big East tournament, Thursday, March 11, 2010, in New York. (AP Photo/Henny Ray Abrams)AP - Da'Sean Butler took an inbounds pass and banked in a 3-pointer from the head of the key at the buzzer to give No. 7 West Virginia a 54-51 victory over Cincinnati on Thursday night in the quarterfinals of the Big East tournament.


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3 . Marquette hangs on to beat No. 10 Villanova 80-76 (AP)

Marquette's Lazar Hayward (32) looks to pass away from Villanova's Corey Fisher (10) during the first half of a quarterfinal round NCAA college basketball game at the Big East Conference Championships Thursday, March 11, 2010  in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)AP - Lazar Hayward gave Marquette the lead for good with a 3-pointer with 1:51 to play, then added the clinching free throws with 3.2 seconds left, and the Golden Eagles went on to another close win, 80-76 over No. 10 Villanova on Thursday in the Big East tournament quarterfinals.


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4 . Schwartzel takes lead at Doral (AP)

Charl Schwartzel, of South Africa, tees-off at the ninth hole during the first round at the CA Championship golf tournament in Doral, Fla., Thursday, March 11, 2010. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz)AP - Five birdies were enough to put Charl Schwartzel among the leaders at the CA Championship. No mistakes is what put in the lead alone Thursday on a rough-and-tumble day at Doral.


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5 . Football Hall of Famer, TV star Olsen dies at 69 (AP)

** CORRECTS DATE OF DEATH TO EARLY THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 2010, NOT WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10, 2010 **  FILE - This June 22, 2001, file photo shows Pro Football Hall of Famer and former television actor Merlin Olsen speaking in Urbandale, Iowa. Olsen died early Thursday, March 11, 2010, at a Los Angeles hospital. He was 69. (AP Photo/Steve Pope, File)AP - Hall of Famer Merlin Olsen, who helped form one of the NFL's greatest defensive lines before embarking on a successful career in television, died Thursday after a battle with cancer. He was 69.


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6 . Tomlinson leaves Vikings, headed to Jets (AP)

FILE - In this Jan. 3, 2010, file photo, San Diego Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson carries the ball during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins in San Diego. The Minnesota Vikings wined and dined LaDainian Tomlinson on Wednesday night, then spent much of Thursday, March 11, 2010, meeting with the star running back in hopes of pairing him with Adrian Peterson in what would be a big-name backfield. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy, File)AP - The Minnesota Vikings wined and dined LaDainian Tomlinson on Wednesday night, then spent much of Thursday meeting with the star running back in hopes of pairing him with Adrian Peterson in what would be a big-name backfield.


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7 . NFL panel finds some injuries more common on turf (AP) AP - An NFL panel found that certain serious knee and ankle injuries happen more often in games played on the most popular brand of artificial turf than on grass.Show This Article

8 . Cuddyer homers to lead Twins past Orioles (AP)

Minnesota Twins' Michael Cuddyer hits a home run off a pitch by Baltimore Orioles' Kevin Millwood in the second inning of a spring training baseball game in Fort Myers, Fla., Thursday, March 11, 2010. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)AP - Michael Cuddyer homered, reigning AL MVP Joe Mauer had two hits and the Minnesota Twins beat the Baltimore Orioles 8-3 on Thursday night.


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9 . Blazers rally to beat Warriors 110-105 (AP)

Portland Trail Blazers' Brandon Roy saves a ball from going out of bounds as coach Nate McMillan watches behind him during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Golden State Warriors Thursday, March 11, 2010, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)AP - Brandon Roy scored 41 points, Andre Miller added 15 points and seven assists and the Portland Trail Blazers overcame a 13-point deficit in the fourth quarter to beat the Golden State Warriors 110-105 on Thursday night.


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10 . Harden paces UC Davis by Cal State Fullerton 68-65 (AP)

Cal State Fullerton forward Aaron Thompson, left, and UC Davis guard Ryan Sypkens (32) grapple for the ball in the first half of an NCAA Big West tournament basketball game in Anaheim, Calif., Thursday, March 11, 2010.  (AP Photo/Reed Saxon)AP - Joe Harden had 20 points and nine rebounds to lead UC Davis to a 68-65 victory over Cal State Fullerton in the second round of the Big West Conference tournament Thursday night.


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11 . Juve in Europa League boxseat, Liverpool crash at Lille (AFP)

Juventus' French forward David Trezeguet celebrates after scoring against Fulham during their UEFA Europa League round of 16 football match at Olympic stadium in Turin. Juve won 3-1.(AFP/Damien Meyer)AFP - Juventus assumed command of their Europa League last-16 tie against Fulham with a 3-1 first-leg win on Thursday, after beleaguered English giants Liverpool were beaten at Lille.


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12 . Boonen wins Tirreno-Adriatico second stage (AFP)

Belgian Tom Boonen of Quick Step, seen here in February 2010, won the second stage of the Tirreno-Adriatico on Thursday after a 165-kilometre ride from Rosignano to Montecatini Terme.(AFP/File/Karim Jaafar)AFP - Belgian Tom Boonen of Quick Step won the second stage of the Tirreno-Adriatico on Thursday after a 165-kilometre ride from Rosignano to Montecatini Terme.


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13 . Sharks rally to beat Predators 8-5 (AP)

Nashville Predators center Colin Wilson celebrates after scoring against the San Jose Sharks during the second period of an NHL hockey game in San Jose, Calif., Thursday, March 11, 2010. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)AP - Joe Pavelski capped a four-point third period with the tiebreaking goal after a scintillating spin move that rallied the San Jose Sharks to an 8-5 victory over the Nashville Predators on Thursday night.


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14 . Federer, Nadal return to action in desert (AFP)

World number one Roger Federer (pictured in January) faces a potentially difficult path to the final of the Indian Wells hardcourt tournament, the season's first prestigious ATP Masters 1000 event. The top-seeded Swiss is seeded to meet seventh-seeded American Andy Roddick in the quarter-finals and last year's runner-up, Andy Murray of Britain, in the semi-finals.(AFP/Pool/File/Martin Philbey)AFP - World number one Roger Federer faces a potentially difficult path to the final of the Indian Wells hardcourt tournament, the season's first prestigious ATP Masters 1000 event.


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15 . Rain suspends play at Puerto Rico Open (AP) AP - Heavy rain forced the suspension of first-round play Thursday in the PGA Tour's Puerto Rico Open.Show This Article

16 . UFC to show upcoming events in movie theaters (AP) AP - The UFC is headed to the big screen.Show This Article

17 . Pacquiao has perfect game plan for Clottey (AFP)

Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao listens to his trainer Freddie Roach (L) before a practice session at the Wild Card Boxing Club in Hollywood, California, in 2009. Pacquiao puts his World Boxing Organization title on the line Saturday against Ghana's Joshua Clottey as they headline the first fight card at Cowboys Stadium.(AFP/File/Gabriel Bouys)AFP - Filipino superstar Manny Pacquiao puts his World Boxing Organization title on the line Saturday against Ghana's Joshua Clottey as they headline the first fight card at Cowboys Stadium.


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18 . Patrick sets NASCAR aside, refocuses on IRL (AP) AP - Danica Patrick's stint in NASCAR is receding into her rearview mirror — for now.Show This Article

19 . Vonn crashes, will still ski for overall title (AP)

Lindsey Vonn of the United States powers past a gate during the first run of an alpine ski, Women's World cup giant slalom, in Garmisch Partenkirchen, Germany, Thursday, March 11, 2010. (AP Photo/Elvis Piazzi)AP - Lindsey Vonn crashed and bruised her right knee during the World Cup giant slalom Thursday, but is expected to compete Friday in the super-G in an attempt to win her third straight overall title.


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NBA
 
MSN Video: What's Hot1 . The Circle BoardWhat's better than your average skate deck? How bout 360 degrees of them?Show This Article

2 . Monkeys Work In RestaurantA tavern in Japan has employed the services of two macaque monkeys as waiters.Show This Article

3 . What to do when your unemployment endsWhat should you do if your unemployment ends and you still haven't found a job?Show This Article

4 . Nuns Playing PoolThey have the gift.Show This Article

5 . Big, Angry Bird on the LooseA fugitive bird is recaptured by its owner, but he doesn't go quietly.Show This Article

6 . Beard PainterPaintbrushes are for amateurs.Show This Article

7 . Men's Fashion: How To Wear JeansCelebrity fashion stylist Chris Benns shows you how to wear jeans and how to choose the perfect pair.Show This Article

8 . Fishing BloopersMore great bloopers from that entertaining fishing host Bill Dance!Show This Article

9 . Yankees win World SeriesCharlie Manuel and Joe Girardi talk after the Yankees' 7-3 World Series victory in Game 6. Hear their thoughts on the series, how the Yankees were able to get it done and much more.Show This Article

10 . Victoria's Secret Angel Boot CampHave you ever wanted to know what it would really be like to live with 10 gorgeous models in an uber-swank Manhattan penthouse? ET's got your exclusive tour of the Victoria's Secret Angel Boot Camp!Show This Article


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Baseball
 
1 . Mets’ Jose Reyes Could Start Season on Disabled ListMets shortstop Jose Reyes is likely to start the season on the disabled list, missing two to eight weeks, his agent said on Thursday.

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2 . Tigers’ Cabrera Trying to Put Personal Problems Behind HimDetroit’s Miguel Cabrera finished fourth in voting for the American League M.V.P. last season, but was also dogged by off-the-field issues.

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3 . After Tearing Down Their Roster, Indians Try to RebuildCleveland nearly reached the World Series in 2007. Now, after swapping many stars for prospects, the Indians are looking to construct a championship team.

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4 . Sandy Alderson to Review Baseball’s Troubled Dominican PipelineSandy Alderson, a longtime baseball executive, is looking into a feeder system in which performance-enhancing drug use and age fraud are commonplace.

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5 . Mets’ Blackley Battles A.D.D., and Fights for Baseball FutureTravis Blackley, a relief pitcher from Australia who is trying to earn a spot on the Mets’ roster, has attention deficit disorder.

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6 . Before Yankees-Tigers, Old Teammates to SeeCurtis Granderson and Johnny Damon, among those who switched teams in the off-season, exchanged greetings Wednesday.

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7 . Alex Rodriguez Working on Timing of Meeting With InvestigatorsAlex Rodriguez said on Wednesday that his lawyers were working on scheduling an interview with federal authorities investigating the Canadian doctor, Anthony Galea.

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8 . Mets Reiterate That Reyes Has Elevated Thyroid LevelsThe team tried to head off any confusion Jose Reyes’s remarks to ESPN Deportes about inflammation in his throat might have caused.

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9 . Roundup: No. 1 Pick Strasburg Has Strong Spring Debut for NationalsStephen Strasburg, who signed a four-year, $15.1 million contract with Washington, allowed two hits in his spring-training debut on Tuesday.

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10 . Rusty Johan Santana Passes His First Test for MetsThe Mets’ ace allowed four runs and six hits against Houston, but he reported no problems with his surgically cleaned left elbow.

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11 . Cervelli’s Latest Concussion Has Yankees’ AttentionThe Yankees backup catcher said he was feeling “sensational” as he recovers from his second concussion since November.

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12 . Willie Davis Is Dead at 69; Was Snider’s Successor Mr. Davis, known for his blazing speed, led the National League in triples twice and set a record of three stolen bases in a World Series game.

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13 . Red Sox to Cubs, Kevin Millar Embraces Another ChallengeKevin Millar was with Boston when it won its first World Series in 86 years. Can he help the Chicago Cubs end their long drought?

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14 . Mets’ Reyes Gets Encouraging News From SpecialistsDoctors must now determine a course of treatment for the Mets shortstop that will get him back on the field relatively soon.

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15 . Rodriguez Says Attention Isn’t FrustratingAlex Rodriguez said that although federal investigators want to meet with him about his ties to a Canadian doctor under investigation, he was at ease.

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16 . Garciaparra Comes Back to Red Sox to RetireNomar Garciaparra signed a one-day contract with his former team Wednesday, then announced he’s ending his 14-year career. Garciaparra will become an analyst for ESPN.

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17 . Sports of The Times: Phillies Looked Past Cliff Lee and Roy Halladay at Top of RotationHaving Cliff Lee and Roy Halladay as the No. 1 and 2 starters was tempting, but the Phillies say they had to look beyond 2010.

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18 . Sports Business: Lots of Memories, and Debris, at Old Yankee StadiumSo much has been destroyed that it’s hard to feel even a tingle of fuzzy nostalgia for the house that Ruth built and the city is razing.

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19 . Sports of The Times: Rollins Puts Away His Crystal BallJimmy Rollins’s decision to tone down the verbal part of his game coincides with Philadelphia’s arrival as a recent World Series champion and consistent contender.

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Rugby
 
1 . SIX NATIONS 2010: Don't play like machines! Matt Dawson, Dick Best and Josh Lewsey give their verdict on Martin Johnson's faltering team
England travel to Edinburgh on Friday afternoon ahead of Saturday's Calcutta Cup showdown with Scotland at Murrayfield knowing that their RBS Six Nations campaign is on a knife-edge.
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2 . Jonny Wilkinson: Murrayfield misery has made me stronger
These days Jonny Wilkinson is being forced to confront criticism and evidence of his own limitations on a regular basis.
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3 . Thom Evans plans morale-boosting visit to Scotland team
Stricken Thom Evans is planning a morale-boosting visit to the Scotland team on the eve of their vital Calcutta Cup showdown against England.
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4 . England boss Johnson takes leap of faith after banking on Armitage
Martin Johnson displayed a ruthless streak by dropping Lewis Moody for clash with Scotland — and Delon Armitage fears he could be next if he doesn’t raise his game on Saturday.
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5 . Wales lock Davies: Fans helped me cope with death of my mum
Wales lock Bradley Davies has spoken for the first time about the emotion surrounding his call-up for his full Six Nations debut.
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6 . Lee Byrne warns Ireland that Wales will end their Triple Crown hopes
Wales full back Lee Byrne is gunning for Ireland and second place in the RBS Six Nations. The 29-year-old insists they have nothing to fear at Croke Park.
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7 . France name Mathieu Bastareaud on the bench for clash with Italy
Mathieu Bastareaud will be on the bench when France continue their bid for an RBS 6 Nations grand slam against Italy on Sunday.
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8 . England starlet Ben Youngs looks to go one better than dad with Scotland win
Rookie scrum-half Ben Youngs admitted no one could have been more surprised than him to discover he was on the England bench for Saturday's Calcutta Cup showdown.
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9 . Scotland's Robinson accuses England of American Football-style cheating
Scotland coach Andy Robinson yesterday accused England of cheating by using American Football-style ‘blockers’ to open up defences.
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10 . 'Springbok' Hendre Fourie follows Kiwi three into England fold
England added yet another name to their burgeoning overseas contingent as Leeds flanker Hendre Fourie was called into Martin Johnson's squad, along with a raft of other players.
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11 . Worsley replaces Moody as Johnson prepares for Murrayfield clash
Joe Worsley has been handed an England recall for this weekend's Calcutta Cup match against Scotland at Murrayfield.
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12 . Wales boss Gatland urges Delve not join Danny Down Under
Warren Gatland has told No 8 Gareth Delve to shelve thoughts of joining Danny Cipriani at the Melbourne Rebels and to push instead for a place in Wales’ World Cup squad.
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13 . Error-strewn Jonny Wilkinson is facing the end, warns rugby great Stransky
Jonny Wilkinson has lost his aura as the man who won the Cup for and his game is becoming strewn with errors. That is the view of Joel Stransky, former Springbok stand-off.
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14 . England 16 Ireland 20: Johnno up for ruck after ref lets Ireland off the hook
Martin Johnson was unable to restrain his anger at the referee’s failure to punish illegal Irish tactics which stopped England scoring a winning try late in the game.
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15 . Italy 12 England 17 - Johnson's side freeze as troops revert to ping-pong
England maintained their winning start to this season's RBS Six Nations, but that is the sum total of the good news. This was the day when fear seized Martin Johnson's team.
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16 . England 30 Wales 17: One small step for Haskell, one giant leap for England
Standing in the same gym where he had addressed his team’s autumnal disasters, Martin Johnson considered the triumph in the same measured manner.
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17 . Leicester flanker Lewis Moody to join Bath after 14 years at Welford Road
Lewis Moody will leave Leicester in the summer after signing a three-year deal with Guinness Premiership rivals Bath. He had been linked with a move to France.
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18 . Leicester 33 Gloucester 11: Flood washes away the hurt of England
Toby Flood has returned to the England camp, buoyed by guiding Leicester to their latest Welford Road demolition, this time over Gloucester.
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19 . Sale 10 Leeds 19: Faultless fly-half Thomas inspires memorable victory
Ceiron Thomas guided Leeds to their first ever win over Sale Sharks. The fly-half's poise and faultless kicking ensured a morale-boosting win at Edgeley Park.
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20 . JPR Williams banned from driving after breath test coin ploy fails
Former Wales rugby union star JPR Williams put coins in his mouth to try to trick a breath test when he was arrested for drink-driving, a court heard today.
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21 . Benetton Treviso and Aironi Rugby move to Magners League agreed
The Magners League will be expanded to 12 teams next season to include two Italian 'super sides'. The Welsh, Irish and Scottish unions agreed unanimously.
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22 . RBS Daily Mail Real Rugby Heroes: Matthew's passion a winner
Not many will have heard of Matthew Robinson-Jayes but thanks to this remarkable young man and his ilk, rugby continues to win converts and prosper in our schools.
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23 . Daily Mail/RBS U15 Vase semi-finals: Lymm power to final against Brighton
Lymm High School, who have already put the U18 Vase and U15 Cup in their trophy cabinet, are ready to rumble again at Twickenham in the U15 Vase final on March 31.
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24 . Daily Mail/RBS U18 Vase: Norwich and Sandbach weather storm to reach final
Norwich and Sandbach played with steel and adventure to outmanouevre the heavy brigades in the U18 Vase semi-finals yesterday and set up a tantalising final.
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Football
 
1 . Wenger determined to keep Roma target Gallas as Arsenal plan talks
Arsene Wenger will sit down next week with William Gallas in an attempt to thrash out a new contract. Roma are keen to sign the France defender on a free transfer.
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2 . United fans urge Schmeichel and Cantona to join green and gold protest
Manchester United's green and gold anti-Glazer movement has called on the club's former greats to follow the lead of David Beckham and join their campaign to oust the club's owners.
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3 . Are Roo having a laugh? United star says receding hairline key to success
Wayne Rooney believes his receding hairline has contributed to his prolific season. The United man is adamant he is not feeling the weight of expectation ahead of the World Cup.
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4 . Wenger feels Arsenal keeper Lukasz Fabianski saved by Porto rout
Arsenal's thumping 5-0 win over Porto has saved Lukasz Fabianski from a professional disaster that could have led to 'long-term mental consequences', according to Wenger.
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5 . Portsmouth players offer to pay wages of axed training ground staff
Portsmouth's kind-hearted players are preparing to dip into their own pockets in a bid to keep up to eight members of the training ground staff in work until the end of the season.
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6 . United join rivals City in race to sign Nigeria midfielder Ramon Azeez
Manchester City are to rival Manchester United’s move for Nigeria U17 midfielder Ramon Azeez. United are also monitoring Brazilian midfielder Roberto Firminio.
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7 . Drogba named African Footballer of the Year for the second time
Didier Drogba has been crowned African Footballer of the Year for 2009. The Ivory Coast striker saw off competition from Chelsea team-mate Michael Essien of Ghana.
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8 . Lille 1 Liverpool 0: It goes from bad to worse for Rafa Benitez as Eden Hazard makes mincemeat of Reds in Europa League
Liverpool are facing a Europa League demise to go with their Champions League torment after a late winner from midfielder Eden Hazard left their hopes of a quarter-final place hanging by a thread.
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9 . Man Utd 4 AC 0 (agg 7-2): Wayne's nod to greatness as Italians are crushed
There were protests and there were prizes. A gold star for Rooney; a green and gold scarf for Beckham. And yet another appearance in the Champions League quarter-finals.
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10 . Arsenal 5 Porto 0 (agg 6-2): Bendtner leads massacre as top Gunners cruise
Two goals from close range. One from the penalty spot. It was a relatively simple hat-trick even if the bookies were giving odds of 40-1 against it happening.
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11 . Sunderland 4 Bolton 0: Bent treble takes the heat off boss Bruce
Darren Bent scored his first Sunderland hat-trick and Fraizer Campbell ended his long wait for a first Premier League goal for the club to end a run of 14 winless games.
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12 . Burnley 1 Stoke 1: Stalemate does little to ease Laws' relegation fears
David Nugent salvaged a point for struggling Burnley at Turf Moor with his sixth goal for the club. He headed home in the 52nd minute after Martin Paterson delivered a superb cross.
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13 . Red Knights step up Manchester United takeover bid after David Beckham dons green and gold protest scarf
The battle for control of Manchester United has taken another twist following confirmation that a leading global investment bank has agreed to advise on a possible acquisition of the Old Trafford outfit by the Red Knights group.
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14 . Jim Magilton sues former club Ipswich Town for £350,000 in lost wages
Former boss Jim Magilton has issued a High Court writ against Ipswich for more than £350,000 following his dismissal last April after almost three years in charge.
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15 . Fabregas needs a miracle to shake off hamstring injury in time for Hull clash
Arsene Wenger accepts it will take a miracle for Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas to be fit for Saturday's trip to Hull. The midfielder limped off against Burnley last weekend.
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16 . Donovan heading home to Los Angeles after loving life as an Everton loan star
On-loan forward Landon Donovan believes his short-term spell with Everton has been a success as he prepares for his final match with the club this weekend.
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17 . Nottingham Forest and Derby fined £45,000 for fiery clash at Pride Park
Derby and Nottingham Forest have been fined a total of £45,000 each for failing to control their players earlier this season. The charge relates the the Championship fixture at Pride Park on January 30.
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18 . I'll get my money back, insists Pompey owner Chainrai despite £80m debt
Hong Kong businessman Balram Chainrai, who took control of Portsmouth after the club defaulted on loans from him, insists he will get his money back.
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19 . Capello Q&A: England manager on Rooney, shootouts and split loyalties
Sportsmail listened in as Fabio Capello discussed England's World Cup hopes. Speaking at the Laureus Sports Awards in Abu Dhabi, here's what the England coach had to say...
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20 . Reading 4 Derby 1: Robbie Savage ends up in goal for 10-man County
Robbie Savage ended up in goal on the night his former Manchester United youth team-mate David Beckham returned to Old Trafford.
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21 . Palace 0 Bristol C 1: Iwelumo's wonder volley leaves Hart's men broken
A moment of magic from Chris Iwelumo gave Bristol City just a second win from 11 games as they eased their relegation fears, leaving Crystal Palace in deep trouble.
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22 . Peterborough 1 Sheff Utd 0: Posh triumph through Mackail-Smith's strike
Craig Mackail-Smith scored the only goal of a drab game as rock-bottom Peterborough put a further dent in Sheffield United's Coca-Cola Championship play-off bid.
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23 . Watford 0 Swansea 1: Shefki Kuqi strike nets big win for Swans
Shefki Kuqi's early header gave Swansea an important win against Watford at Vicarage Road which had ramifications at both ends of the Coca-Cola Championship table
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24 . Ipswich 2 Cardiff 0: Murphy pair cheers up grumpy boss Keane
Ipswich boss Roy Keane says he is still Mr Grumpy, even after transforming the fortunes of Sunderland's Daryl Murphy after the striker scored twice to secure the win.
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25 . Martin Samuel: Wigan's first ever win over Liverpool... so, how's that for history then, Javier Mascherano?
History is more or less bunk, said Ford and, deep down, Mascherano must agree.
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26 . Jamie Redknapp's Weekend Watch: Theo Walcott needs more than pace
Theo Walcott’s a very easy target, but I maintain that he will become a top footballer. He needs more variation to his wing play when facing a full back who can match him for speed.
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27 . DES KELLY: The latest Fathers 4 Justice hero, is a real comic character
Everyone has an embarrassing Dad story. And Shaun Wright-Phillips must be burning in shame after his father made a fool of himself in front of all the other parents.
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28 . VIDEO: Chelsea defender John Terry hoaxed (nearly) into Bridge apology
Two cheeky autograph hunters have tried - and failed - to get John Terry to apologise to Wayne Bridge. The pranksters approached the Chelsea skipper at England's training camp.
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29 . Our duty of care: How can football avoid another injury like Ramsey's?
With the game still in shock over the horror injury to Aaron Ramsey, Sportsmail asked top figures in the game what can be done to avoid another casualty...
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30 . Graham Poll: Eight horror tackles...but only one ref gave right punishment
Even if training means that referees' detection rates improve it won't prevent ugly tackles. There needs to be a change in refereeing styles to afford players the protection they deserve.
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31 . IVAN SPECK: Keith Alexander enriched the game that he so dearly loved
After the tragic death of Keith Alexander, Sportsmail's Ivan Speck pays his personal tribute to an honest and caring man who worked wonders on a shoestring.
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32 . CHRIS WADDLE EXCLUSIVE: Leaving Theo Walcott at home is a no-brainer
Ex-England winger, with more than 62 international caps to his name, Chris Waddle reveals why he would not take the Arsenal ace to the World Cup in South Africa this summer.
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33 . Graham Poll - The Official Line: Why Stoke City are just not a dirty team
Plenty of accusations have been laid at Stoke's door and the tag of being a dirty side resurfaced against Arsenal last weekend. But against Chelsea they were disciplined, not dirty.
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34 . Scarves and flags left in honour of Sir Bobby distributed to Africa
A gesture by Sir Bobby Robson's family shows we still have a Beautiful Game. When Sir Bobby died last summer, fans set up impromptu shines at his former clubs.
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35 . MARTIN SAMUEL: How can so many broken legs be down to chance?
Arsene Wenger believes players are told to get at Arsenal by roughing them up, and the evidence, while circumstantial, suggests he has a point.
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36 . Jeff Powell: My top 100 players who made the World Cup finals great
Jeff Powell has reported on 11 World Cups. And as Wednesday's match at Wembley marks 100 days to the start of the next tournament, he lists his top 100 World Cup players...
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37 . PAUL McGRATH: 'I'd hold my breath so they could not smell the drink'
Thrown out by Fergie, football's ultimate hell raiser - and former Manchester United and Aston Villa defender -Paul McGrath came back to haunt him
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38 . Madjid Bougherra is close to Rangers recall: Algerian defender set for Cup clash
Rangers are set to welcome back influential defender Madjid Bougherra for the Scottish Cup quarter-final showdown with Dundee United at Ibrox on Sunday.
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39 . Kilmarnock 0 Rangers 2: Whittaker and Miller secures away win for Smith
Steven Whittaker's impressive goalscoring form continued as Rangers restored their 13-point advantage at the top of the Clydesdale Bank Premier League.
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40 . Celtic boss defends Aiden McGeady over Old Firm ref bias claims
Tony Mowbray attempted to defuse Celtic’s ongoing war with the SFA - by claiming Aiden McGeady never intended to question the impartiality of Old Firm referee Dougie McDonald.
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Sport News
 
1 . It wasn't a head-butt: JohnsonMitchell Johnson is annoyed. Australia's pace spearhead admits he did the wrong thing by getting involved in a physical clash with New Zealand's Scott Styris, but he's adamant it wasn't a head butt.Show This Article

2 . Fevola almost in clearThe AFL appears unlikely to sanction Brendan Fevola over the Lara Bingle nude photo saga with Bingle's camp frustrating the AFL's efforts to conduct a proper investigation.Show This Article

3 . Vics enter final with big winVictoria will enter next week's Sheffield Shield final on the back of a crushing win over Tasmania in their last-round game at the MCG.Show This Article

4 . Pressure's on Sydney FC: HerbertWith his side enjoying a great run of form, Wellington Phoenix manager Ricki Herbert tells Australian Football Weekly his team have nothing to lose in the A-League preliminary final.Show This Article

5 . WA defeat QLD, Vics to host finalVictoria will host Queensland in the Sheffield Shield final after Luke Ronchi and Nathan Coulter-Nile combined to lead Western Australia to a three-wicket win over the Bulls.Show This Article

6 . Q&A with Greg AlexanderThe countdown is over ... the 2010 NRL premiership season is here. Greg Alexander put his neck on the block with his predicted ladder - and you sure grilled him.Show This Article

7 . V8s to chase Grand Slam richesV8 Supercar racing will offer one of the richest prizes in Australian sport, with a $2 million bonus for any driver who can win the newly-created Grand Slam in a single season.Show This Article

8 . Dangers lurking for fancied EelsWhile 2009 was a do-no-wrong Cinderella season for Parramatta, the Eels head into 2010 burdened by the weight of expectation - and the fear of joining an unenviable list of underachievers.Show This Article

9 . Allenby makes strong startAustralian Robert Allenby made a lightning start at the WGC-CA Championship only to collapse on the final four holes of his first round.Show This Article

10 . Cole sidelined for Phoenix clashSydney FC will again be without Socceroos defender Shannon Cole for Saturday night's A-League preliminary final against Wellington Phoenix at the Sydney Football Stadium.Show This Article


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English Premier League
 
1 . Nugent makes valuable pointA second-half header from David Nugent has handed Burnley their first point in five matches as the home side came from behind to force a 1-1 draw with Stoke City at Turf Moor.Show This Article

2 . Portsmouth administration acceptedTroubled Barlclays Premier League club Portsmouth received a boost in their attempt to avoid liquidation as the British tax authority accepted the team's move into administration.Show This Article

3 . Fabregas to miss Hull clashArsenal captain Cesc Fabregas is set to miss the Barclays Premier League clash at Hull City with a hamstring injury.Show This Article

4 . Portsmouth sack 85 staffCash-strapped Portsmouth have made 85 members of staff redundant but club administrator Andrew Andronikou says that no players, who comprise many of Pompey's biggest earners, had been sacked.Show This Article

5 . Bent inspires Sunderland winDarren Bent served up a priceless hat-trick as Sunderland finally ended their wait for a Premier League victory at the 15th attempt with a 4-0 drubbing of Bolton Wanderers.Show This Article

6 . Birmingham grab vital away winPortsmouth remain four points adrift at the foot of the Barclays Premier League as Birmingham City gained revenge on their FA Cup conquerors with a 2-1 win at Fratton Park.Show This Article

7 . Portsmouth's FA Cup spot 'safe'Andrew Andronikou, the administrator of crisis club Portsmouth, says there is no danger of the side being kicked out of this season's FA Cup.Show This Article

8 . Wigan stun hapless LiverpoolHugo Rodallega scored the only goal of the game as Wigan Athletic dented Liverpool's Champions League hope with a 1-0 victory at the DW Stadium.Show This Article

9 . Arteta brace stuns HullEverton have pushed Hull City deeper into the relegation mire as midfielder Mikel Arteta's double inspired a 5-1 rout at Goodison Park.Show This Article

10 . Carragher may leave LiverpoolLong-serving Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher insists he would have no qualms about playing for another club if he is forced to leave Anfield.Show This Article


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NHL
 
MSN Video: What's Hot1 . The Circle BoardWhat's better than your average skate deck? How bout 360 degrees of them?Show This Article

2 . Monkeys Work In RestaurantA tavern in Japan has employed the services of two macaque monkeys as waiters.Show This Article

3 . What to do when your unemployment endsWhat should you do if your unemployment ends and you still haven't found a job?Show This Article

4 . Nuns Playing PoolThey have the gift.Show This Article

5 . Big, Angry Bird on the LooseA fugitive bird is recaptured by its owner, but he doesn't go quietly.Show This Article

6 . Beard PainterPaintbrushes are for amateurs.Show This Article

7 . Men's Fashion: How To Wear JeansCelebrity fashion stylist Chris Benns shows you how to wear jeans and how to choose the perfect pair.Show This Article

8 . Fishing BloopersMore great bloopers from that entertaining fishing host Bill Dance!Show This Article

9 . Yankees win World SeriesCharlie Manuel and Joe Girardi talk after the Yankees' 7-3 World Series victory in Game 6. Hear their thoughts on the series, how the Yankees were able to get it done and much more.Show This Article

10 . Victoria's Secret Angel Boot CampHave you ever wanted to know what it would really be like to live with 10 gorgeous models in an uber-swank Manhattan penthouse? ET's got your exclusive tour of the Victoria's Secret Angel Boot Camp!Show This Article

               
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Golf
 
Read the latest golf news, comment and analysis from the US and European golf tours, and the build-up for golf's premier event - the Ryder Cup in 2010.1 . Tiger Woods turns to former adviser to President Bush for new image Tiger Woods reportedly hiring a former White House press secretary to handle assimilation back into fold. Show This Article

2 . Tiger Woods' potential return not enough to distract Ian Poulter at CA Championship Englishman focused on winning the CA Championship, despite rumours that Tiger Woods is set to return. Show This Article

3 . Tiger Woods working again with swing coach Hank Haney Tiger Woods's return has moved a step closer after it emerged that he has resumed work with his swing coach, Hank Haney. Show This Article

4 . Paul Casey draws on Seve's magic going into CA Championship Paul Casey says Seve Ballesteros' buccaneering style lies behind English golfers success. Show This Article

5 . Phil Mickelson loses right to use his 'rule-breaking' wedge Phil Mickelson will no longer be allowed to use the 20-year-old Ping wedge that caused so much consternation at Farmers Insurance Open. Show This Article

6 . Noh Seung-yul wins in Malaysia to become second-youngest winner on European Tour South Korean teenager wins Malaysian Open to become second-youngest winner on the European Tour. Show This Article

7 . Europe's elite follow in Seve Ballesteros's footsteps at Honda Classic A conquistador called Seve Ballesteros played golf tournaments in America and changed the world. Show This Article

8 . Tiger Woods turns down $75m sponsorship offer from bookmaker Paddy Power Tiger Woods has turned down a $75 million sponsorship offer from Irish bookmaker Paddy Power. Show This Article

9 . Camillo Villegas secures share of Honda Classic lead with Anthony Kim Camillo Villegas recorded a second successive 66 to secure a share of the lead at eight-under with Anthony Kim. Show This Article

10 . Tiger Woods will return in time for the Masters, believes Jack Nicklaus Jack Nicklaus suspects Tiger Woods will be itching to play at Augusta and is likely to take his place in the field. Show This Article

11 . Tiger Woods' caddie claims he would have 'blown whistle' on affairs had he known Steve Williams has said he knew nothing about Tiger Woods' extramarital affairs and was angry with him over the scandal. Show This Article

12 . John Daly hits back at golf writer on Twitter John Daly posts Florida newspapaer writer's mobile number on Twitter after his PGA Tour disciplinary file is written about. Show This Article

13 . Padraig Harrington still tortured by doubts ahead of Honda Classic Padraig Harrington sounds as if he needs a session in the psychiatrist's chair ahead of this week's Honda Classic. Show This Article

14 . Practice doesn't make perfect for Laura Davies Laura Davies has offered the most powerful antidote to Padraig Harrington's habit of obsessive practising. Show This Article

15 . John Daly's PGA record sheet revealing fines and suspensions is made public In 18 years as a professional the 'wild thing' has paid nearly $100,000 in fines and been suspended five times. Show This Article

16 . Tiger Woods and the Ryder Cup nightmare What would the US captain do if Woods failed to qualify automatically? Show This Article

17 . Tiger Woods dropped by Gatorade Energy drink company are third major sponsor to pull the plug on Tiger Woods following revelations about his private life. Show This Article

18 . Ian Poulter charges into Phoenix Open contention with a 63 A second-round charge has put Ian Poulter close to the top in the Phoenix Open. Show This Article

    
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