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Source: ESPN.com | 6 Sep 2008 | 9:29 am

Capello wants respect from club bosses

England coach Fabio Capello has called on club managers "to respect me" and to stop publicly criticising the performances of the national side.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 6 Sep 2008 | 9:17 am

Terry keen to win back support

John Terry says there is a fear of failure in the England camp and a tense atmosphere, but he is determined to win back the country's support.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 6 Sep 2008 | 9:17 am

Capello aiming to kick-start England football team

Fabio Capello heads into England's first World Cup qualifier against Andorra on Saturday with his reputation on the line. After five friendlies gave Capello a crash course in
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Sep 2008 | 9:09 am

Capello aiming to kick-start spluttering England (AFP)

England's Italian coach Fabio Capello listens during a press conference at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys in Barcelona in Barcelona, September 5. Capello heads into England's first World Cup qualifier against Andorra on Saturday with his reputation on the line.(AFP/Josep Lago)AFP - Fabio Capello heads into England's first World Cup qualifier against Andorra on Saturday with his reputation on the line.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Sep 2008 | 9:08 am

Myers, Phillies beat Mets in key NL East tilt (AP)

Philadelphia Phillies' Brett Myers delivers against the New York Mets in the fifth inning of their baseball game at Shea Stadium in New York, Friday, Sept. 5, 2008. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)AP - Brett Myers and Derek Lowe kicked off two big weekend series in the National League with dominant pitching performances.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Sep 2008 | 8:26 am

Serena Williams, Jankovic reach US Open final (AP)

Serena Williams, of the United States, reacts after defeating Dinara Safina, of Russia, in two sets in their semifinal match at the U.S. Open tennis tournament in New York, Friday, Sept. 5, 2008. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)AP - Her place in the final secure, Serena Williams briskly walked off center court and headed toward the locker room. In a hallway, she was intercepted by three of her fans who wanted a picture.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Sep 2008 | 8:25 am

Myers pitches Phillies past Mets

Myers buzzed through the New York Mets' lineup, pitching eight terrific innings and leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 3-0 victory Friday night that cut their NL East deficit to two...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Sep 2008 | 8:14 am

Ethier, Dodgers win to cut D'backs' NL West lead (AP)

Los Angeles Dodgers' Andre Ethier follows through for a solo home run as Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Chris Snyder, left, looks on during the first inning of their Major League Baseball game, Friday, Sept. 5, 2008, in Los Angeles.  (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)AP - Andre Ethier went 5-for-5 and drove in a career-high five runs, Derek Lowe held Arizona to two hits over eight innings and the Los Angeles Dodgers cut the Diamondbacks' NL West lead to a half-game with a 7-0 victory Friday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:35 am

Ethier's 5 hits get Dodgers closer to NL West lead

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Source: ESPN.com | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:30 am

Morrow nearly makes history for Mariners

Morrow's bid to become only the second pitcher in modern history to throw a no-hitter in his first major league start ended when pinch-hitter Wilson Betemit doubled with two outs in the...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:27 am

Myers, Phillies blank Mets to cut NL East deficit to 2

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Source: ESPN.com | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:20 am

The script in Ohio features a Vested interest

Buckeyes play today, but in Columbus, focus is on next week: Ohio State vs. USC, Tressel vs. Carroll.

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- The old football coach flashes a look of incredulity, wincing, like you just don't understood.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:00 am

How the Top 25 teams fared

A look at the results of The Times' Top 25 football teams this week:
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:00 am

Bruins safety Bret Lockett eager to get back into game

He moves back to first-team defense after sitting out the win over Tennessee because of academic reasons.

UCLA strong safety Bret Lockett watched from the sidelines Monday as the Bruins beat Tennessee and tried to be involved. He was limited to offering advice.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:00 am

LPGA suspends rule requiring players to speak English

The revised policy may still include fines and other measures. A multi-ethnic coalition denounced the changes and demanded an apology from the LPGA. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:00 am

Corona Santiago's Brandon Connette shows composure

The junior quarterback is learning on the job and has plenty of potential. If all goes according to plan, 6-foot-3...
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Dodgers cut it closer

Derek Lowe gives up two hits in eight innings and Andre Ethier goes five for five, just missing the cycle. Derek...
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This win is simply par for the course

Big, big series, and they certainly don't have those around here very often.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:00 am

Serena Williams, Jelena Jankovic make it a Super Six for U.S. Open

They will play for women's title, and the men's semifinals are also full of intrigue.

NEW YORK -- What the U.S. Open lacks in charm, it often counterbalances with gravitas, true again this promising tennis weekend.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:00 am

Elena Dementieva comes undone in U.S. Open semifinal

The Russian had shown great resolve in the tournament, but her game deserted her against Jelena Jankovic. NEW YORK -- Kerplunk Kerplunk...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:00 am

Angels are knocked down for the count

Angels starter Dustin Moseley, subbing for injured Jered Weaver, pays the price for falling behind batters, and little else goes right for Angels in one-sided loss to White Sox. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:00 am

This win is simply par for the course

Big, big series, and they certainly don't have those around here very often.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:00 am

Bruins safety Bret Lockett eager to get back into game

He moves back to first-team defense after sitting out the win over Tennessee because of academic reasons. UCLA strong safety Bret Lockett...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:00 am

Candace Parker's 17 points not enough for Sparks

Sparks' winning streak is ended at four by San Antonio Silver Stars. SAN ANTONIO -- Edwige Lawson-Wade scored...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:00 am

The script in Ohio features a Vested interest

Buckeyes play today, but in Columbus, focus is on next week: Ohio State vs. USC, Tressel vs. Carroll. Sept. 13...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:00 am

USC coaches head off to recruit; players take a break

With a week off before Ohio State, Trojans coaches fan out to watch prospective players. The team, led by Mark Sanchez, scrimmages before taking a weekend to relax.

After delivering a star-making performance in top-ranked USC's opener against Virginia, quarterback Mark Sanchez is eager to keep the momentum going.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:00 am

Dodgers cut it closer

Derek Lowe gives up two hits in eight innings and Andre Ethier goes five for five, just missing the cycle.

Derek Lowe was asked by Joe Torre to match Dan Haren.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:00 am

Angels are knocked down for the count

Angels starter Dustin Moseley, subbing for injured Jered Weaver, pays the price for falling behind batters, and little else goes right for Angels in one-sided loss to White Sox.

CHICAGO -- The Angels' magic number to clinch the American League West championship was reduced to five Friday night, thanks in no part to the Angels.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:00 am

Elena Dementieva comes undone in U.S. Open semifinal

The Russian had shown great resolve in the tournament, but her game deserted her against Jelena Jankovic.

NEW YORK -- Kerplunk Kerplunk .
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:00 am

Lakers' Andrew Bynum says he's '100%' after knee injury

The 20-year-old center declares himself fit and says he wishes the season started tomorrow.

The smile is back on his face, the sparkle is back in his eyes and, most important, the bounce is back in his step.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:00 am

USC will watch Ohio State-Ohio game for quarterback clues

The Buckeyes could alternate Todd Boeckman and Terrelle Pryor, two quarterbacks with contrasting styles, when they meet the Trojans on Sept. 13.

USC coaches and players will watch Ohio State's game against cross-state rival Ohio University today with an eye on the quarterback situation.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 7:00 am

L.P.G.A. Will Revise Its Policy on English

Bowing to a torrent of criticism, the L.P.G.A. Tour on Friday dropped plans to suspend players who were not conversant in English.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 6:59 am

Taking Aim at Title and Top Spot

With a fiercely executed 6-3, 6-2 semifinal victory over Dinara Safina, Serena Williams advanced to the United States Open final.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 6:59 am

Dodgers blank Diamondbacks to close gap

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The Los Angeles Dodgers pulled to within one-half game of the National League West lead on Friday with a 7-0 victory over the division-leading Arizona Diamondbacks.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Sep 2008 | 6:46 am

Flushing Meadows Journal: A Tennis Washout at 30, but Still Chasing and Volleying

Since chronic back injuries forced him to retire as a player at age 30, Justin Gimelstob has been juggling on-air gigs with CBS, the Tennis Channel and tennis.com.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 6:35 am

Mariners 3, Yankees 1: Mariners’ Morrow Dominates Yankees in 1st Start

Seattle’s Brandon Morrow overwhelmed the Yankees, allowing a run and a hit while striking out eight with three walks.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 6:31 am

Beijing Paralympics set to start

Thousands of athletes, officials and spectators are making final preparations for the Paralympic Games, which begin at 1300 BST.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Sep 2008 | 6:24 am

For Paralympians Around World, Assistance Varies

Every nation has a different method of financing its national-team athletes for the Olympics and the Paralympics through health-care systems and sports programs.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 6:23 am

Olajuwon, Ewing lead seven into Hall of Fame

Hakeem Olajuwon, Patrick Ewing and Pat Riley were enshrined into the Basketball Hall of Fame on Friday night, but it was inductee Dick Vitale who, as expected, stole the show.
Source: ESPN.com | 6 Sep 2008 | 6:14 am

Olajuwon and Ewing inducted into Hall of Fame (Reuters)

Patrick Ewing (L) and Hakeem Olajuwon share a laugh during an induction news conference at the Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts, September 5, 2008. (Jessica Rinaldi/Reuters)Reuters - Hakeem Olajuwon and Patrick Ewing were among seven new members inducted into the basketball Hall of Fame on Friday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Sep 2008 | 6:03 am

Olajuwon and Ewing inducted into Hall of Fame

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Hakeem Olajuwon and Patrick Ewing were among seven new members inducted into the basketball Hall of Fame on Friday.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Sep 2008 | 6:03 am

Ted Keith: Phillies continue riding Myers' hot hand

After slumping in the bigs then wallowing in the minors, Brett Myers has rejoined The Show just in time to lead the Phils' NL East charge, writes Ted Keith.
Source: SI.com | 6 Sep 2008 | 6:02 am

Baseball roundup: Friday's action on the diamonds

The Chicago Cubs are suddenly in danger of extending their World Series drought to 101 years. Jay Bruce hit his first career grand slam and Toronto native Joey Votto added a two-run...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Sep 2008 | 5:55 am

Paralympic Athletes Add Equality to Their Goals

Many Paralympians criticize the U.S. Olympic program for giving them fewer benefits than Olympians receive.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 5:38 am

Bills: T Peters to end holdout, report for Week 1

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Source: SI.com | 6 Sep 2008 | 5:35 am

Times Plans to Combine Sections of the Paper

The New York Times will reduce the number of sections printed in the New York metropolitan area, in a move to save money on production.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 5:21 am

Talking Business: Leaving Boardroom for Skybox

When you think about it, the sports business in this country is dominated by self-made men looking for mountains to conquer.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 5:18 am

Earthquake rattles Bay area during Giants' game

A light earthquake has rattled the San Francisco Bay area and was felt during the Giants' game with the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night. Many felt the temblor _ with a preliminary...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Sep 2008 | 5:16 am

Reports: Arthur, Chalmers apologize, deny pot use

Darrell Arthur apologized for his role in an incident at the NBA's rookie transition program earlier this week, but denied ever using marijuana, the Memphis Commercial Appeal reported.
Source: ESPN.com | 6 Sep 2008 | 5:16 am

Pirates' Duke snaps 9-game skid, beats Giants

Zach Duke pitched a six-hitter to snap a career-worst nine-game skid and the Pittsburgh Pirates ran their winning streak in San Francisco to seven with a 7-0 victory over the Giants on...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Sep 2008 | 5:13 am

Duke finally gets back on track

Zach Duke pitched a six-hitter to snap a career-worst nine-game skid and the Pittsburgh Pirates ran their winning streak in San Francisco to seven with a 7-0 victory over the Giants on...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Sep 2008 | 5:07 am

Yankees Have Yet to Honor Ruth in His House’s Final Season

In the weeks leading up to the final game at the house that Ruth built, a granddaughter of Babe Ruth questions whether the franchise has properly honored his memory.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 5:07 am

Roundup: Running Into Wind, Bolt Wins 100 Meters in Brussels

Usain Bolt rallied against the cold, the wind and Asafa Powell to win the 100 meters in 9.77 seconds Friday at the Van Damme Memorial track meet in Brussels.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Sep 2008 | 5:07 am

Pirates 7, Giants 0


Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Sep 2008 | 4:59 am

AL home run leader Quentin breaks wrist (AP)

Chicago White Sox's Carlos Quentin breaks his bat as he grounds out into a game-ending double play in the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Cleveland Indians, Monday, Sept. 1, 2008, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)AP - American League home run leader Carlos Quentin has a broken right wrist stemming from his own temper, and the Chicago White Sox left fielder will have surgery Monday that could sideline him for the rest of the season.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Sep 2008 | 3:41 am

Quentin breaks wrist hitting own bat; surgery's set

American League home run leader Carlos Quentin has a broken wrist, and the Chicago White Sox left fielder will have surgery Monday that could sideline him for the rest of the season.
Source: ESPN.com | 6 Sep 2008 | 3:33 am

Halladay solid as Blue Jays run win streak to six

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Source: ESPN.com | 6 Sep 2008 | 3:22 am

Serena, Jankovic cruise to Open final

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Source: SI.com | 6 Sep 2008 | 3:03 am

Villegas' 65 gives him lead at BMW Championship (AP)

Camilo Villegas, of Colombia, lines up putt on the second hole during the first round of the BMW Championship golf tournament Friday, Sept. 5, 2008, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)AP - Camilo Villegas and Steve Stricker were excited to be playing golf Friday for different reasons, and it showed during a soggy start to the BMW Championship.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Sep 2008 | 2:45 am

Myers, Dobbs lead Phillies past Mets in opener (AP)

Philadelphia Phillies Brett Myers delivers a pitch against the New York Mets in the first inning their baseball game at Shea Stadium in New York, Friday, Sept. 5, 2008. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)AP - Brett Myers buzzed through the New York Mets' lineup, pitching eight dominant innings and leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 3-0 victory Friday night that cut their NL East deficit to two games.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Sep 2008 | 2:16 am

Davis leads Ball State over Navy 35-23 (AP)

AP - Nate Davis passed for 326 yards and four touchdowns and Ball State's defense repeatedly came up with big stops in the second half in a 35-23 victory over Navy on Friday night.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Sep 2008 | 2:06 am

Villegas takes slim lead after first round

Camilo Villegas and Steve Stricker were excited to be playing golf Friday for different reasons, and it showed during a soggy start to the BMW Championship.
Source: ESPN.com | 6 Sep 2008 | 1:51 am

Quentin's broken wrist may curtail MVP season

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Source: SI.com | 6 Sep 2008 | 12:39 am

Lakers' Bynum says he's '100 percent' healthy

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Source: SI.com | 6 Sep 2008 | 12:37 am

Two-time champ Serena beats Safina to reach US Open final (AFP)

Serena Williams of the US celebrates her victory during the women's semis at the US Open tennis tournament in New York. Two-time winner Williams advanced to her first US Open final in six years, breezing past Russian Dinara Safina 6-3, 6-2 at the Arthur Ashe Stadium on Friday.(AFP/Don Emmert)AFP - Two-time winner Serena Williams advanced to her first US Open final in six years, breezing past Russian Dinara Safina 6-3, 6-2 at the Arthur Ashe Stadium.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Sep 2008 | 12:18 am

Kiwanuka: Samuels plays 'dirty'

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Source: SI.com | 6 Sep 2008 | 12:08 am

NASCAR moves both races to Sunday in Richmond

Anticipating strong winds and possible flooding in the Richmond area from Tropical Storm Hanna, Saturday night's Sprint Cup race was postponed until Sunday at 1 p.m.
Source: ESPN.com | 6 Sep 2008 | 12:02 am

Fast times at Brussels: Bolt beats Powell in 100m

Three-time Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt beat fellow Jamaican Asafa Powell to win the 100 meters at the Van Damme Memorial on Friday.
Source: ESPN.com | 5 Sep 2008 | 11:38 pm

Villegas races to St Louis lead

Colombia's Camilo Villegas leads by one shot after the rain-hit first round of the BMW Championship in St Louis.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Sep 2008 | 10:55 pm

Rain threatens Murray semi-final

US Open organisers are preparing for major weather disruption as Britain's Andy Murray waits to take on Rafael Nadal on "Super Saturday" in New York.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Sep 2008 | 10:35 pm

LPGA scraps English 'exam' plans

The LPGA Tour decides not to pursue plans to threaten its players with suspension if they cannot speak English by 2009.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Sep 2008 | 10:28 pm

Serena to face Jankovic in final

Serena Williams and Jelena Jankovic will meet in the US Open final after coming through their semis in straight sets.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Sep 2008 | 10:25 pm

U.S. game makes soccer king in baseball-crazy Cuba

Light on talent and with little soccer tradition, Cuba almost certainly won't make the 2010 World Cup. That makes Saturday night's qualifier against the United States, with its political overtones, the highlight of the Cubans' qualifying campaign. The United States, ranked 28th in the world and trying to earn a spot in its sixth straight World Cup, is making its first trip to the communist-run island since a 5-2 exhibition loss in 1947. "Cuba-U.S.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 5 Sep 2008 | 10:20 pm

Historic clash takes spotlight from U.S. coach Bradley

TRECKER: While the U.S. trip to Cuba for WC qualifying is historic, the focus should be on Bob Bradley's roster.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 5 Sep 2008 | 10:19 pm

Bolt defeats Powell in Brussels

Usain Bolt wins the 100m at the Van Damme Memorial meeting while 800m runner Pamela Jelimo clinches the Golden League's entire $1m jackpot.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Sep 2008 | 9:28 pm

Dunga, players unhappy with president's criticism

Brazil's Dunga and his players were not happy to hear the Brazilian President complain about the team.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 5 Sep 2008 | 9:00 pm

Capello orders Rooney to start scoring for England

Fabio Capello has placed pressure on England striker Wayne Rooney to score against Andorra on Saturday.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 5 Sep 2008 | 8:30 pm

NI fans beaten by 'security men'

Two Northern Ireland soccer fans are knocked unconscious by baton-wielding security men in Slovakia.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Sep 2008 | 8:19 pm

Michael Lombardi: Three stats that will define winning teams

If you want to win the Super Bowl, you need to dominate three stats.
Source: SI.com | 5 Sep 2008 | 6:49 pm

Shearer cool on Newcastle vacancy

Alan Shearer appears to rule himself out of the vacant manager's job at Newcastle, calling the club's structure "strange".
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Sep 2008 | 6:26 pm

Hammers bring in Uruguayan Lopez

Managerless West Ham confirm the signing of Uruguayan international left-back Walter Lopez.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Sep 2008 | 6:18 pm

Jon Heyman: Cubs' title chances dealt a blow

Injuries deal huge blow to Cubs' title chances and other news.
Source: SI.com | 5 Sep 2008 | 5:46 pm

Wenger backs Capello to succeed

Arsene Wenger confident Fabio Capello will oversee a flying start to England's World Cup qualifying campaign.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 5 Sep 2008 | 5:44 pm

Does the buck stop here for international football?

WEBSTER: With the transfer window now closed, can international football still compete with club football?
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 5 Sep 2008 | 5:23 pm

England has one eye on Croatia

England's targets for Saturday's World Cup qualifier against Andorra are simple — avoid embarrassment, injuries and suspensions ahead of Wednesday's qualifier with Croatia in Zagreb.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 5 Sep 2008 | 4:58 pm

Sprinter Jones leaves jail

US sprinter Marion Jones leaves prison after serving a six-month sentence for lying about steroid use and involvement in a drugs fraud case.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Sep 2008 | 4:44 pm