Ancelotti: Cole and Anelka must stay

Chelsea coach Carlo Ancelotti insists Joe Cole and Nicolas Anelka must be persuaded to sign new long-term deals and remain part of the club.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Sep 2009 | 4:26 am

Major League Soccer Roundup, Sep. 19

MLS Roundup: Beckham and the Galaxy shut out Toronto to keep their sights set on the top of the Western Conference.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Sep 2009 | 4:25 am

SA wants athletics chief 'fired'

The South African government says the man in charge of the country's athletics should lose his job for denying knowledge of gender tests conducted on runner Caster Semenya.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Sep 2009 | 4:00 am

Pressure on SA as Champions Trophy cricket rolls

The pressure will be on South Africa and off Sri Lanka when they clash at Centurion Park on Tuesday in the opening 2009 ICC Champions Trophy fixture. South Africa need the cup to confirm
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 3:51 am

Mayweather Pummels Marquez in Ring Return

Floyd Mayweather Jr. has returned to the ring in a big way with an unanimous decision over the smaller, lighter Juan Manuel Marquez.

Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 3:50 am

Huskies stun No. 3 USC 16-13 on late field goal (AP)

AP - Southern California's Stafon Johnson stayed face down on the turf. Jubilant Washington players and fans stepped over him, on their way to a riotous purple party that stretched from goal line to goal line.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Sep 2009 | 3:44 am

Gebrselassie wins Berlin marathon, misses record

World marathon record-holder Haile Gebrselassie won the Berlin marathon for the fourth time on Sunday in an official time of 2 hours 6min 08sec, but missed out on a new world record. The
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 3:40 am

Mayweather pummels Marquez in return to ring (AP)

AP - Money came back with a guarantee. Floyd Mayweather Jr. told the world he was still its best boxer despite taking 21 months off, and he backed up every boast with every jab in an impressive victory.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Sep 2009 | 3:40 am

Israel's Peer wins Guangzhou Open tennis

Israel's Shahar Peer won her first WTA singles title in three years on Sunday, overcoming Italy's Alberta Brianti 6-3, 6-4 to claim the Guangzhou Open. It was a long-awaited return to...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 3:16 am

Israel's Peer wins Guangzhou Open tennis (AFP)

AFP - Israel's Shahar Peer won her first WTA singles title in three years on Sunday, overcoming Italy's Alberta Brianti 6-3, 6-4 to claim the Guangzhou Open.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Sep 2009 | 3:16 am

Live - England v Australia

England take two early wickets as they seek to avoid a 7-0 series whitewash against Australia at the Riverside.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Sep 2009 | 3:05 am

Flames-Islanders Sums

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After Son’s Kidnapping Ordeal, Player Finds Refuge in Baseball

Rockies catcher Yorvit Torrealba, whose son was held for two days by kidnappers in Venezuela, has rediscovered his passion for the game.

Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 2:33 am

Vitor Belfort makes triumphant return to UFC

After four years of fighting for other organizations, Belfort registers a technical knockout over Rich Franklin in 3:02 in the headline bout of UFC 103.

After four years of fighting for other organizations, Belfort registers a technical knockout over Rich Franklin in 3:02 in the headline bout of UFC 103.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 2:25 am

Vitor Belfort makes triumphant return to UFC

After four years of fighting for other organizations, Belfort registers a technical knockout over Rich Franklin in 3:02 in the headline bout of UFC 103. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 2:25 am

Coyotes-Sharks Sums

Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 2:03 am

Wenger backs Eboue over handball

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger defends Emmanuel Eboue after his deliberate handball against Wigan.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Sep 2009 | 2:02 am

Keeping Score: No Head Start and Potential Dead Ends

Tony Stewart had a sensational season in Nascar’s Sprint Cup series, but none of his stats will mean much once the Chase begins Sunday.

Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:59 am

The Lions Expect Better, Even if Fans Don’t

The Lions will enter their home opener with new coaches, new uniforms and 31 new players, but what they really want is their first win since 2007.

Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:56 am

Appraisal: A Diplomat and a Reformer, but an Educator to the Core

Myles Brand, a former philosophy professor, made academic reform the centerpiece of his tenure as N.C.A.A. president.

Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:30 am

Yankees 10, Mariners 1: Sabathia Shakes Off Stinger as Yankees Blister Mariners

A liner off the chest did not keep C. C. Sabathia from winning his 18th game, and Mark Teixeira homered twice in the Yankees’ 10-1 victory.

Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:22 am

Kubel's big hit cuts Twins' Central deficit to 2

The latest ball lost in the Metrodome's deceiving roof spoiled Justin Verlander's stellar start in the eighth inning, and the Minnesota Twins rallied past the Detroit Tigers 6-2 Saturday to move within two games of the AL Central lead.
Source: ESPN.com | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:19 am

Dodgers pound Penny, Giants

LOS ANGELES(AP) Jon Garland was worried about being accepted by his new teammates after a late-season trade to the Dodgers. They're more than happy to have him now.

Source: SI.com | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:13 am

Peavy aces debut with White Sox

CHICAGO(AP) Jake Peavy 's first start with the Chicago White Sox came after a long wait, hours of rehab and a frustrating setback.

Source: SI.com | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:13 am

Florida State bursts BYU's BCS bubble

Source: SI.com | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:13 am

Twins rally past Tigers in 8th, pull within 2 games

MINNEAPOLIS(AP) The Metrodome's tricky, graying roof got another chance to torment the visiting team by gobbling up a routine fly ball.

Source: SI.com | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:13 am

Washington knocks off No. 3 USC on late FG

Source: SI.com | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:13 am

Texas avenges '08 loss to Texas Tech

Source: SI.com | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:13 am

Gators get last word with Kiffin, Vols

Source: SI.com | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:13 am

All Blacks look north in rugby World Cup launch

With the final whistle of their 2009 Tri-Nations campaign still ringing in their ears the All Blacks looked north and singled out France in particular to begin tuning up for the 2011 World...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:13 am

For Giants, Road Show Will Begin on a Big Stage

In the first of three straight games away from home, the Giants could be playing before a record crowd at the Cowboys’ new stadium.

Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:09 am

UTEP lights up New Mexico State 38-12 (AP)

AP - Donald Buckram rushed for 113 yards and two touchdowns as UTEP topped New Mexico State 38-12 on Saturday following a nearly three-hour lightning delay.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:08 am

Peavy allows three runs to win White Sox debut

Jake Peavy allowed three runs and three hits over five innings in his first start in over three months Saturday night as Chicago got a grand slam from Carlos Quentin, scored six times in the eighth and beat the Kansas City Royals 13-3.
Source: ESPN.com | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:07 am

Ancelotti unflustered by changing times at Chelsea (AFP)

AFP - If Carlo Ancelotti has been left shaken by the upheavals at Chelsea during his few ten weeks in charge, he is doing a very good job of disguising the fact.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:04 am

Florida 23, Tennessee 13: A Letdown, but Not a Loss, for Florida

After a year of trash talk from Tennessee Coach Lane Kiffin, the Vols played conservatively and the Gators unremarkably in Florida’s win.

Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:02 am

T.J. Simers: Dodgers, is home-field advantage vital? Bet the house on it

L.A.'s a different team at Dodger Stadium and needs to seize on every edge in the postseason. L.A.'s a different...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am

Trojans suffer another stunning loss

Mistakes are costly in 16-13 loss to Huskies and they might have cost USC another shot at a national title.

Mistakes are costly in 16-13 loss to Huskies and they might have cost USC another shot at a national title.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am

Compton school police open fraud probe against fired basketball coach

A detective says he will investigate whether Russell Otis, who is facing other criminal charges, submitted phony receipts to get $5,100 in travel reimbursement from the district.

A detective says he will investigate whether Russell Otis, who is facing other criminal charges, submitted phony receipts to get $5,100 in travel reimbursement from the district.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am

Andre Ethier is Ned Colletti's best work

Young outfielder has blossomed with the Dodgers after general manager insisted he be part of a trade that sent Milton Bradley to Oakland ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am

Bill Plaschke: Pete Carroll takes the blame for USC's loss, as well he should

The Trojans coach says, "It goes right on me," after a stunning 16-13 loss to the Washington Huskies.

The Trojans coach says, "It goes right on me," after a stunning 16-13 loss to the Washington Huskies.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am

Rangers get it done to beat Angels

It's not pretty, but a struggling Texas team will take a 3-2 win to gain a game in the AL West. It's not pretty,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am

Bill Dwyre: Mayweather backs up his big talk in a big way

With annihilation of Marquez, he sends a strong message that he is still in top form. With annihilation of Marquez,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am

Trojans suffer another stunning loss

Mistakes are costly in 16-13 loss to Huskies and they might have cost USC another shot at a national title. Mistakes...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am

Compton school police open fraud probe against fired basketball coach

A detective says he will investigate whether Russell Otis, who is facing other criminal charges, submitted phony receipts to get $5,100 in travel reimbursement from the district. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am

Leslie making most of final games with Sparks

The days are ticking away for the 13-year WNBA veteran, who will retire at the end of the season. And she's enjoying every minute of it. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am

Brad Penny gets ripped all around

Ex-Dodger gives up five runs in the first inning and Jon Garland takes it from there. Ex-Dodger gives up five...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am

Brad Penny gets ripped all around

Ex-Dodger gives up five runs in the first inning and Jon Garland takes it from there.

Ex-Dodger gives up five runs in the first inning and Jon Garland takes it from there.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am

T.J. Simers: Dodgers, is home-field advantage vital? Bet the house on it

L.A.'s a different team at Dodger Stadium and needs to seize on every edge in the postseason.

L.A.'s a different team at Dodger Stadium and needs to seize on every edge in the postseason.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am

Bruins improve to 3-0 with a 23-9 victory over Kansas State

Kevin Craft fills in effectively at quarterback, and defense shuts down the Wildcats.

Kevin Craft fills in effectively at quarterback, and defense shuts down the Wildcats.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am

Bill Plaschke: Pete Carroll takes the blame for USC's loss, as well he should

The Trojans coach says, "It goes right on me," after a stunning 16-13 loss to the Washington Huskies. The Trojans...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am

Kurt Streeter: Dorsey grads help the Bruins

As we march through its still young and electric season, it's hard to watch UCLA begin a single play without focusing on the team's burgeoning, bulging, increasingly effective middle.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am

Bill Dwyre: Mayweather backs up his big talk in a big way

With annihilation of Marquez, he sends a strong message that he is still in top form.

With annihilation of Marquez, he sends a strong message that he is still in top form.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am

Rangers get it done to beat Angels

It's not pretty, but a struggling Texas team will take a 3-2 win to gain a game in the AL West.

It's not pretty, but a struggling Texas team will take a 3-2 win to gain a game in the AL West.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am

Texas 34, Texas Tech 24: It Takes a Bit, but Texas Gets Its Payback Against Texas Tech

Texas disappointed early but came alive and held off pesky Texas Tech for a 34-24 victory in a sloppy start to Big 12 play.

Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 12:57 am

National Roundup: Seminoles Dim Brigham Young’s Dreams of B.C.S.

Christian Ponder threw two touchdown passes and ran for another touchdown as the Seminoles ended the No. 7 Cougars’ home winning streak.

Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Sep 2009 | 12:56 am

Blue Jackets-Predators Sums

Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 12:55 am

UNLV edges Hawaii 34-33 in final minute

Phillip Payne caught a 15-yard touchdown pass from Omar Clayton with 36 seconds left to give UNLV a 34-33 win over Hawaii on Saturday night. Clayton, who threw for a career high 340...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 12:54 am

UFC 103: Rich Franklin-Vitor Belfort entire card recap

All the UFC 103 action is recapped right here.
Source: ESPN.com | 20 Sep 2009 | 12:47 am

No. 2 Texas gets revenge against Texas Tech

Colt McCoy threw a 3-yard touchdown pass to Dan Buckner in the fourth quarter and No. 2 Texas got a measure of revenge against Texas Tech with a 34-24 win Saturday night.
Source: ESPN.com | 20 Sep 2009 | 12:35 am

UTEP lights up New Mexico State 38-12

Donald Buckram rushed for 113 yards and two touchdowns as UTEP topped New Mexico State 38-12 on Saturday following a nearly three-hour lightning delay. Jeff Moturi completed 15 of 32...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 12:34 am

Florida State runs over No. 7 Brigham Young

Christian Ponder threw for two touchdowns and ran for another as Florida State beat No. 7 BYU 54-28 Saturday, ending the Cougars' 18-game home winning streak and probably any hopes they had of a BCS berth.
Source: ESPN.com | 20 Sep 2009 | 12:31 am

Capitals-Blackhawks Sums

Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Sep 2009 | 12:27 am

Marleau scores twice in San Jose win (AP)

AP - Patrick Marleau scored a pair of goals, including the game-winner in overtime, and San Jose beat the Phoenix Coyotes 5-4 to win in the Sharks' debut of Dany Heatley on Saturday night.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Sep 2009 | 12:25 am

Floyd Mayweather Jr. beats Juan Manuel Marquez in 12 in his return

Floyd Mayweather Jr. has returned to the ring in a big way with an unanimous decision over the smaller, lighter Juan Manuel Marquez.
Source: ESPN.com | 20 Sep 2009 | 12:16 am

Mayweather pummels Marquez, improves to 40-0

Floyd Mayweather Jr. pummeled Juan Manuel Marquez for an unanimous decision Saturday night, maintaining his perfect record in his return from retirement and a 21-month absence.

Source: SI.com | 20 Sep 2009 | 12:11 am

Sunday's gossip column

Arsenal want Collison and Upson from West Ham, plus other rumours
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Sep 2009 | 12:01 am

Classy Mayweather pummels Marquez

Floyd Mayweather returns to the ring after a 21-month absence with an impressive unanimous points victory over Juan Manuel Marquez in Las Vegas.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Sep 2009 | 11:38 pm

Sabathia wins 18th, Yankees beat Mariners 10-1 (AP)

AP - CC Sabathia ignored a scary comebacker off his chest for his 18th victory, Mark Teixeira homered twice and drove in a season-high five runs and the New York Yankees resumed their cruise to the AL East title with a 10-1 win over the Seattle Mariners on Saturday night.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Sep 2009 | 11:23 pm

Kyle Busch wins Trucks; Kevin Harvick, Ron Hornaday clash

Kyle Busch held off Ron Hornaday and Kevin Harvick to win the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on Saturday.
Source: ESPN.com | 19 Sep 2009 | 11:17 pm

No. 2 Texas gets revenge against Texas Tech, 34-24 (AP)

AP - Texas fans will call it revenge. The Longhorns were more likely to describe it as relief.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Sep 2009 | 11:16 pm

No. 1 UF holds off Tennessee for 13th win in row

No. 1 Florida didn't embarrass Tennessee and its new coach, just beat them behind Tim Tebow and a stingy defense.
Source: ESPN.com | 19 Sep 2009 | 11:09 pm

No. 1 Florida holds off Kffin, Tennessee 23-13 (AP)

AP - Tennessee coach Lane Kiffin jogged to midfield, briefly shook hands with Florida's Urban Meyer and then darted toward the locker room.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Sep 2009 | 11:07 pm

Rockies create space in wild-card race with win

Troy Tulowitzki homered for a career-best fourth game in a row, Jason Giambi hit his first home run since coming to Colorado and the Rockies beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 10-4 Saturday night to open a little breathing space in the wild-card race.
Source: ESPN.com | 19 Sep 2009 | 11:06 pm

Belfort returns with TKO at UFC 103

DALLAS (AP) -- It was a return to remember for Vitor Belfort.

Source: SI.com | 19 Sep 2009 | 10:59 pm

John holds off Juarez, keeps featherweight belt (AP)

AP - Chris John retained his WBA featherweight title with an unanimous decision over Rocky Juarez on Saturday night, hanging on in the 12th round to win their second bout in seven months.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Sep 2009 | 9:45 pm

Arash Markazi: Another early-season stumble will again leave USC on outside looking in

Another Pac-10 road opener, another unbelievable loss for the Trojans, writes Arash Markazi. One week after ending the nation's longest losing streak, Washington stunned USC 16-13.

Source: SI.com | 19 Sep 2009 | 8:42 pm

Late Taylor TD rallies Va. Tech past Nebraska

Tyrod Taylor dodged several defenders and then rifled an 11-yard touchdown pass to Dyrell Roberts with 21 seconds left, rallying No. 13 Virginia Tech over No. 19 Nebraska 16-15 Saturday.
Source: ESPN.com | 19 Sep 2009 | 7:47 pm

Spanish La Liga Roundup, Sep. 19

La Liga Roundup: Lionel Messi netted twice to help leader Barcelona defeat Atletico Madrid 5-2 on Saturday.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 19 Sep 2009 | 4:30 pm

English Premier League Roundup, Sep. 19

PL Roundup: Thomas Vermaelen's double led Arsenal to a 4-0 victory over Wigan, returning the side to winning ways.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 19 Sep 2009 | 3:32 pm

Italian Serie A Roundup, Sep. 19

Serie A Roundup: Juventus made it four wins from four with a 2-0 win at home against Livorno on Saturday.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 19 Sep 2009 | 3:15 pm

Wakefield 16-25 Catalans

Catalans Dragons hold off a second-half Wakefield fightback for a surprise victory in their Super League elimination play-off.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Sep 2009 | 2:51 pm

Safarova, Czink to battle for title in Quebec City

Lucie Safarova of the Czech Republic will play for her fifth career title at the Bell Challenge and Melinda Czink of Hungary will try to win her first after their easy semifinal wins on Saturday.



Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 19 Sep 2009 | 2:00 pm

Injured Borthwick awaits rib scan

England captain Steve Borthwick faces a scan on a rib injury which could threaten his availability for the autumn Tests.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Sep 2009 | 1:20 pm

Torres inspires Liverpool victory

Fernando Torres scores twice to help Liverpool overcome battling West Ham 3-2 in an entertaining encounter.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Sep 2009 | 1:06 pm

Aston Villa 2-0 Portsmouth

James Milner and Gabriel Agbonlahor put Portsmouth to the sword to cap a vibrant Villa display.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Sep 2009 | 11:59 am

Czechs beat Croats, make first Davis Cup final in 29 years

The Czech Republic reached its first Davis Cup final in 29 years Saturday after securing an insurmountable 3-0 lead over Croatia by winning the doubles.



Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 19 Sep 2009 | 11:49 am

Millar wins Tour of Spain stage

David Millar wins the penultimate stage of the Tour of Spain, with Alejandro Valverde poised for overall victory.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Sep 2009 | 11:27 am

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 19 Sep 2009 | 9:04 am

Federer-less Switzerland drops Davis Cup doubles

With Roger Federer sitting out, Switzerland lost a doubles match to Italy in a Davis Cup playoff and had its lead cut to 2-1.



Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 19 Sep 2009 | 9:04 am

Peer wins in China, to face 1st-time finalist for title

Fifth-seeded Shahar Peer of Israel beat an injured Peng Shuai of China to advance to the final of the Guangzhou Open. Peer will face Alberta Brianti, who reached her first WTA Tour final.



Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 19 Sep 2009 | 7:44 am

Rafa: Double blow was hard to take

Rafa Benitez has revealed just how hard Liverpool were hit by the two early-season defeats which instantly halted all title talk on Merseyside.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 19 Sep 2009 | 5:35 am

Lampard wary of transformed Spurs

Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard believes Harry Redknapp has turned Tottenham into a powerful side capable of breaking the top-four domination.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 19 Sep 2009 | 3:38 am

Toure hits back in derby war of words

Kolo Toure has hit back at Sir Alex Ferguson's criticism of Manchester City, claiming the United boss is "worried" by the City revolution.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 19 Sep 2009 | 3:35 am

United won't be underdogs - Fergie

Sir Alex Ferguson has warned Carlos Tevez he is in for a big surprise if he thinks a good reception awaits him at Manchester United on Sunday.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 19 Sep 2009 | 3:35 am