Brazil beat Poland in volleyball tournament

Defending champions Brazil powered past Poland for their third straight win to remain unbeaten in volleyball's World Grand Champions Cup on Saturday. After struggling to overcome Cuba in
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Nov 2009 | 2:43 am

Wenger puts brave face on Van Persie loss (AFP)

Arsene Wenger has shrugged off claims that the loss of Robin van Persie, seen here in October 2009, will fundamentally undermine Arsenal chances of closing the gap on Premier League leaders Chelsea.(AFP/File/Carl de Souza)AFP - Arsene Wenger has shrugged off claims that the loss of Robin van Persie will fundamentally undermine Arsenal chances of closing the gap on Premier League leaders Chelsea.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Nov 2009 | 2:27 am

Syracuse runs away from No. 6 North Carolina (AP)

Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim yells instructions to his players during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against North Carolina, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at Madison Square Garden in New York. Syracuse won 87-71. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)AP - Jim Boeheim has always made a point of telling the media not to get too caught up in runs because basketball, especially on the college level, is a game of runs.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Nov 2009 | 2:26 am

Carter's 26 lead Magic over struggling Celtics

Vince Carter scored 26 points, Rashard Lewis had 16 points and 10 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic beat the Boston Celtics 83-78 on Friday night.
Source: ESPN.com | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:11 am

Martin's 4 TDs run No. 6 Boise St. over Utah St.

Doug Martin ran for 121 yards and four touchdowns and No. 6 Boise State remained unbeaten and in BCS contention with a 52-21 victory over Utah State on Friday night.
Source: ESPN.com | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:10 am

Victories coming at a high price for Lakers owner Jerry Buss

The team has the highest payroll in the NBA, with $91.3 million in player salaries and $21.4 million in luxury taxes.

The team has the highest payroll in the NBA, with $91.3 million in player salaries and $21.4 million in luxury taxes.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Things get better for Bruins on court, worse off it

UCLA overcomes slow start to beat Cal State Bakersfield, 75-64, for its first win of the season, but starting forward Nikola Dragovic is suspended after being charged with felony assault. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

UFC in need of a compelling fight

The organization has been plagued by injury, illness and suspect judging decisions. Tito Ortiz and Forrest Griffin will headline Saturday's event in Las Vegas. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Clippers come up big against Nuggets

Butler scores 27 points in a reserve role and helps hold off Denver late with a key three-point shot. Butler scores...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Ralph Lawler and Michael Smith suspended for comments

Clippers announcers were pulled from Friday night's broadcast after on-air exchange about Memphis' Hamed Haddadi.

Ralph Lawler hadn't missed a Clippers broadcast in 25 years. Not for a cold or flu or even a kidney stone attack. He's been at the microphone for every dreary Clippers loss and the occasional uplifting victory.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

USC in the Sugar Bowl? Not such a sweet possibility

The Times' college football writer gives the answers to readers' questions. The Times' college football writer takes time out (he gets...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Stanley Havili ready to move forward

The Trojans fullback didn't want to talk after the 55-21 loss at Stanford last weekend. He foresees a strong finish to the season for USC and himself. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Victories coming at a high price for Lakers owner Jerry Buss

The team has the highest payroll in the NBA, with $91.3 million in player salaries and $21.4 million in luxury taxes. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

USC in the Sugar Bowl? Not such a sweet possibility

The Times' college football writer gives the answers to readers' questions.

The Times' college football writer takes time out (he gets two per half) each Friday during the season to answer questions.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Bruins want to experience the joy of six

Rick Neuheisel's team is 5-5 and needs one win in its last two games, including Saturday's against Arizona State, to be bowl eligible. Doing so would eradicate a significant 'barrier,' the coach says.

UCLA Coach Rick Neuheisel calls it a "barrier." Former UCLA coach Karl Dorrell would call it just another season.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Things get better for Bruins on court, worse off it

UCLA overcomes slow start to beat Cal State Bakersfield, 75-64, for its first win of the season, but starting forward Nikola Dragovic is suspended after being charged with felony assault.

UCLA overcomes slow start to beat Cal State Bakersfield, 75-64, for its first win of the season, but starting forward Nikola Dragovic is suspended after being charged with felony assault.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Scott Niedermayer's friendly gesture prompts fight

Fans throw punches after the Ducks defenseman tries to give his hockey stick to a young girl. The Ducks know how...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Not to stick a (Space) needle in MLS' balloon, but is it sound?

First-year success in Seattle, site of Sunday's MLS Cup between the Galaxy and Real Salt Lake, is encouraging for Commissioner Don Garber and his league. But beneath surface there are troubling signs.

The MLS Cup logo gleams from up high, freshly painted atop the Space Needle, along with the logos of the Galaxy and Real Salt Lake.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Ralph Lawler and Michael Smith suspended for comments

Clippers announcers were pulled from Friday night's broadcast after on-air exchange about Memphis' Hamed Haddadi. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Bruins could be in position to consider the (bowl) possibilities

A victory over Arizona State on Saturday would take UCLA to 6-5 heading into the season finale against USC, potentially opening up postseason vistas for the Bruins.

Bowled over?



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Scott Niedermayer's friendly gesture prompts fight

Fans throw punches after the Ducks defenseman tries to give his hockey stick to a young girl.

The Ducks know how to fight on the ice. And by Friday it was apparent some Ducks fans can fight too.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Clippers come up big against Nuggets

Butler scores 27 points in a reserve role and helps hold off Denver late with a key three-point shot.

Butler scores 27 points in a reserve role and helps hold off Denver late with a key three-point shot.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Stanley Havili ready to move forward

The Trojans fullback didn't want to talk after the 55-21 loss at Stanford last weekend. He foresees a strong finish to the season for USC and himself.

USC fullback Stanley Havili moved a chair into his dressing stall and sat with his back to teammates and reporters after last week's embarrassing loss to Stanford at the Coliseum.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Bruins could be in position to consider the (bowl) possibilities

A victory over Arizona State on Saturday would take UCLA to 6-5 heading into the season finale against USC, potentially opening up postseason vistas for the Bruins. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Italy's Molinari takes Dunlop Phoenix golf lead

Edoardo Molinari of Italy hit a two-under-par 69 to snatch the lead after the third round in the Dunlop Phoenix men's golf tournament on Saturday. Starting the day one stroke off the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Nov 2009 | 12:56 am

Thornton-to-Heatley connection befuddles Flyers

Dany Heatley scored three times, Joe Thornton recorded his 600th NHL assist, and the San Jose Sharks beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3 on Friday night.
Source: ESPN.com | 21 Nov 2009 | 12:52 am

NHL roundup: Friday's action on the ice

Down by a goal late in the game, the potent Washington Capitals threw everything they had against the Montreal Canadiens. Somehow, Carey Price made sure his team got out with a rare road...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Nov 2009 | 12:32 am

NBA roundup: Friday's action on the courts

The Toronto Raptors snapped their three-game skid Friday night, while the Miami Heat kept on stumbling. Chris Bosh had 29 points and 12 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani had 24 points and 10...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Nov 2009 | 12:30 am

Sagging Rangers Aren’t Ready to Look at Standings

After a 7-1 start, the Rangers have lost 9 of 13, the Devils have passed them in the Eastern Conference and the Islanders are on their heels.



Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Nov 2009 | 12:17 am

Tour Unlikely to Pursue Case Against Agassi

In his autobiography, Andre Agassi admits using crystal meth in 1997 and then lying to tennis antidoping authorities about it.



Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Nov 2009 | 12:17 am

Raids Expose Soccer Fixing Across Europe

German law enforcement officials arrested 17 on Friday in connection with what was described as the biggest match-fixing scandal yet uncovered in European soccer.



Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Nov 2009 | 12:17 am

Judge’s Ruling Keeps Alive Lawsuit Over Seat Licenses

A longtime season-ticket holder has sued the Giants and the Jets, alleging that they violated antitrust and consumer fraud laws.



Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Nov 2009 | 12:17 am

Dominance of Texas Is Harder to Define in a Softer Big 12

The question of how good the Longhorns are may linger until they are truly tested, which may be in the B.C.S. title game.



Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Nov 2009 | 12:17 am

Far From Field, Lawyer’s Blog Is Player in N.F.L.

Mike Florio started his blog as a sideline to his law practice, but it has grown into a leading source of information about the N.F.L.



Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Nov 2009 | 12:17 am

N.B.A. Roundup: Carter Soars, Lifting Magic Over the Celtics

LeBron James scored a season-high 40 points as the Cleveland Cavaliers rallied on the road to beat the Indiana Pacers, 105-95, on Friday night.



Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Nov 2009 | 12:17 am

Men’s College Basketball Roundup: Syracuse Shows Off New Talent in Win

The junior transfer Wes Johnson and the freshman Brandon Triche helped lead the unranked Orange to an 87-71 victory over No. 6 North Carolina in Madsion Square Garden.



Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Nov 2009 | 12:16 am

LeBron drops 40 as Cavs pull away from Pacers

INDIANAPOLIS(AP) Cleveland's offense was stagnant, and the Indiana Pacers had turned a five-point halftime deficit into a five-point lead entering the fourth quarter.



Source: SI.com | 21 Nov 2009 | 12:06 am

Carter's big 4th quarter carries Magic past Celtics

BOSTON(AP) Kevin Garnett missed last season's playoff series against Orlando with a knee injury. Rasheed Wallace signed with Boston after it was over.



Source: SI.com | 21 Nov 2009 | 12:06 am

No. 6 Boise St. rips Utah St. to stay in BCS chase

LOGAN, Utah(AP) Doug Martin ran for 121 yards and four touchdowns and No. 6 Boise State remained unbeaten and in BCS contention with a 52-21 victory over Utah State on Friday night.



Source: SI.com | 21 Nov 2009 | 12:06 am

Hawks soar to league-best 11-2 on Smith's tip-in

ATLANTA(AP) Josh Smith spent most of the fourth quarter cheering on his teammates from the bench.



Source: SI.com | 21 Nov 2009 | 12:06 am

Martin leads Boise State in blowout (AP)

Boise State runningback Doug Martin (22) heads for the endzone for a touchdown as he is pursued by Utah State defender Quinn Garner (37) during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game at Romney Stadium, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, in Logan, Utah.  (AP Photo/Colin E. Braley)AP - Kellen Moore didn't need to throw his usual three touchdown passes.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Nov 2009 | 12:05 am

Clips' broadcasters suspended for Haddadi remarks (AP)

AP - Clippers longtime play-by-play announcer Ralph Lawler and color analyst Michael Smith were suspended one game by the Fox Sports Prime Ticket cable network for their comments about Memphis center Hamed Haddadi.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Nov 2009 | 12:03 am

Heatley hat-trick helps Sharks take down Flyers

SAN JOSE, California (Reuters) - Dany Heatley bagged his second hat-trick of the season to inspire the Pacific Division-leading San Jose Sharks to a 6-3 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Nov 2009 | 11:35 pm

Butler leads Clips to 106-99 win over Nuggets (AP)

Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan dunks the ball as members of the Denver Nuggets, from left, Kenyon Martin, J.R. Smith Nene Hilario of Brazil, Chauncey Billups (1) and Carmelo Anthony (15) look on along with Los Angeles Clippers Al Thornton (12) during the first half of their NBA basketball game, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)AP - Reserve forward Rasual Butler scored 27 points, Al Thornton added 18 and the Los Angeles Clippers withstood an early scoring spree from Carmelo Anthony to beat the Denver Nuggets 106-99 on Friday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Nov 2009 | 11:34 pm

Butler leads Clips to 106-99 win over Nuggets

Reserve forward Rasual Butler scored 27 points, Al Thornton added 18 and the Los Angeles Clippers withstood an early scoring barrage from Carmelo Anthony to beat the Denver Nuggets 106-99...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Nov 2009 | 11:30 pm

Pondexter leads No. 14 Huskies (AP)

Washington forward Quincy Pondexter (20) shoots during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against San Jose State, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at Hec Edmundson Pavilion in Seattle. (AP Photo/Joe Nicholson)AP - Quincy Pondexter set a career high for the second consecutive game with 30 points, including 13 in a row to begin the second half, and had a career-best 15 rebounds in No. 14 Washington's 80-70 victory over San Jose State on Friday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Nov 2009 | 11:28 pm

Friday's NHL Roundup

Down by a goal late in the game, the potent Washington Capitals threw everything they had against the Montreal Canadiens. Somehow, Carey Price made sure his team got out with a rare road...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Nov 2009 | 11:28 pm

Michigan-Ohio State and more Saturday Storylines

Does The Game still matter? Ohio State has locked up a Rose Bowl berth, while Michigan is trying to salvage its season. Mallory Rubin breaks down all of Saturday's key matchups.



Source: SI.com | 20 Nov 2009 | 11:27 pm

This Time, Soccer Stirs Egyptian Riot, Not Bread

History has proven there are two subjects that will move Egyptians into the streets in riotous numbers, crashing windows, battling each other and defying an army of club-wielding riot police.



Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Nov 2009 | 11:24 pm

Pondexter leads No. 14 Huskies

Quincy Pondexter set a career high for the second consecutive game with 30 points, including 13 in a row to begin the second half, and had a career-best 15 rebounds in No. 14 Washington's...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Nov 2009 | 11:23 pm

In New Jersey Twins, a New Generation of Runner

New Jersey’s 16-year-old Rosa twins are the favorites to go 1-2 in Saturday’s New Jersey State Meet of Champions, and also to become America’s next best long-distance hopefuls.



Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Nov 2009 | 11:23 pm

Martin leads Boise State in blowout

Doug Martin ran for 121 yards and four touchdowns and No. 6 Boise State remained unbeaten and in BCS contention with a 52-21 victory over Utah State on Friday night. Jeremy Avery added...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Nov 2009 | 11:15 pm

Ellis leads Warriors over Blazers

Monta Ellis scored a season-high 34 points and had eight assists, Anthony Morrow added 23 points, and the Golden State Warriors beat the Portland Trail Blazers 108-94 on Friday night to...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Nov 2009 | 11:08 pm

Heatley's hat trick leads Sharks past Flyers (AP)

San Jose Sharks' Dany Heatley, right, shoots as  Philadelphia Flyers' Matt Carle blocks in the first period of an NHL hockey game, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, in San Jose, Calif. Flyers goalie Ray Emery is at left. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)AP - Dany Heatley scored three times, Joe Thornton recorded his 600th NHL assist, and the San Jose Sharks beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3 on Friday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Nov 2009 | 11:07 pm

Seth Davis: Syracuse will go as far as the once-reluctant Johnson carries it

Syracuse ripped No. 6 Carolina 87-71 in the 2K Sports Classic final, but to fulfill their potential, the Orange will need more big games from their new go-to scorer, writes Seth Davis.



Source: SI.com | 20 Nov 2009 | 10:28 pm

Out of synch

The Celtics had the Orlando Magic where they wanted them last night. Their big guns and newcomers were ready to go, not worn down by a long season, simply motivated to make up for last season’s Game...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pm

Sprint Cup: Jimmie Johnson will chase fourth straight title from pole

Jimmie Johnson will go for his fourth straight Cup title from the pole.
Source: ESPN.com | 20 Nov 2009 | 9:52 pm

Clerc urges French caution prior to Samoa test (AFP)

France's rugby union national team hooker Guilhem Guirado (left) vies with winger Vincent Clerc during a training session, on November 18, in Marcoussis, south of Paris, as part of the preparation for the upcoming test match against Samoa on November 21 and New Zeland on November 28.(AFP/File/Thomas Coex)AFP - France wing Vincent Clerc has warned his team-mates that they cannot afford to under-estimate Samoa prior to the clash between the sides at the Stade de France here on Saturday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Nov 2009 | 9:52 pm

Packers Havner fined $5K for late hit vs. Cowboys (AP)

AP - Green Bay Packers tight end Spencer Havner has been fined $5,000 for a late hit out of bounds during last week's 17-7 victory over the Dallas Cowboys.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Nov 2009 | 9:50 pm

Magic win 4th straight, beating Boston 83-78 (AP)

Boston Celtics' Kevin Garnett (5) and Orlando Magic's Dwight Howard (12) reach for a rebound in the first quarter of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, in Boston. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)AP - Vince Carter scored 26 points, Rashard Lewis had 16 points and 10 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic beat the Boston Celtics 83-78 on Friday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Nov 2009 | 9:04 pm

Cuse cruises past No. 4 UNC for 2K Sports title

Brandon Triche and Arinze Onuaku combined for 13 points in Syracuse's 22-1 run to open the second half and the Orange went on to a 87-71 victory over North Carolina (No. 4 ESPN/USA Today, No. 6 AP) in the championship game of the 2K Sports Classic.
Source: ESPN.com | 20 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm

Steady Fisher ushers No. 6 Villanova by Dayton

Corey Fisher scored 18 points to lead Villanova past Dayton 71-65 on Friday in the second round of the Puerto Rico Tip-Off.
Source: ESPN.com | 20 Nov 2009 | 8:45 pm

Giants LB Pierce out indefinitely with neck injury

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- New York Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce is out indefinitely after an MRI exam surprisingly revealed a bulging disk in his neck.



Source: SI.com | 20 Nov 2009 | 7:58 pm

New York Giants LB Antonio Pierce out indefinitely with neck injury

Giants middle linebacker Antonio Pierce is out indefinitely after an MRI revealed a bulging disk in his neck, according to the team's medical staff.
Source: ESPN.com | 20 Nov 2009 | 7:54 pm

Death of New Orleans Saints QB Drew Brees' mother ruled suicide

The death of the mother of New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has been ruled a suicide.
Source: ESPN.com | 20 Nov 2009 | 7:35 pm

McMahon: The Thierry Henry incident

Our Bobby McMahon shares his thoughts about Thierry Henry's act of 'cheating' which put France in the Cup.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Nov 2009 | 6:58 pm

Real Salt Lake embracing overlooked role

Goalkeeper Nick Rimando just finished rattling off all the players and qualities that make the Los Angeles Galaxy such a difficult opponent for Real Salt Lake in Sunday's MLS Cup final. Then Real midfielder Kyle Beckerman spoke and in three sentences summed up the position of a team that understands why it's being overlooked in favor of the big names that accompany the Galaxy. "We came here to win. We think we can win.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Nov 2009 | 6:42 pm

Houston Rockets tell Tracy McGrady his return will have to wait

Tracy McGrady says he is ready to play. The Houston Rockets say he'll have to wait.
Source: ESPN.com | 20 Nov 2009 | 6:34 pm

Beckham has bone bruise but expects to play

Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder David Beckham says he'll need an injection in his right ankle to reduce pain and allow him to play in Sunday's MLS final against Real Salt Lake. Beckham has a bone bruise in his ankle that's been bothering him for some time. He said on Friday after Los Angeles finished training at Qwest Field that the combination of the injury and the artificial surface at the stadium won't keep him from playing for his first title since joining the Galaxy.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Nov 2009 | 6:06 pm

Michael Jordan thankful, but says others just as worthy of jersey retirement

If the NBA were to retire Michael Jordan's No. 23 league-wide, the newly inducted Hall of Famer says there are several more players just as worthy of the distinction.
Source: ESPN.com | 20 Nov 2009 | 5:44 pm

Foster going nowhere - Ferguson

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson denies reports of out-of-favour goalkeeper Ben Foster leaving Old Trafford in January.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Nov 2009 | 4:47 pm

Cudicini 'to miss rest of season'

Tottenham goalkeeper Carlo Cudicini leaves hospital after undergoing wrist and pelvic surgery, but is unlikely to play again this season.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Nov 2009 | 4:34 pm

Death of Brees' mother ruled a suicide

GRANBY, Colo. (AP) -- The death of the mother of New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has been ruled a suicide.



Source: SI.com | 20 Nov 2009 | 4:19 pm

Galaxy star power faces RSL grit in MLS Cup final

TRECKER: Sunday's MLS Cup final pits the stars in L.A. against the underdogs from Salt Lake. Who will win?
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Nov 2009 | 3:54 pm

Ancelotti: Blues crew so solid at back

Carlo Ancelotti insists Chelsea possess the best defense in the world and that will be key to winning the title.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Nov 2009 | 3:45 pm

Del Potro to play at Queen's, improve grass game

U.S. Open champion Juan Martin Del Potro will play at next year's Queen's Club tournament in an effort to improve his grasscourt game ahead of Wimbledon.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 20 Nov 2009 | 3:34 pm

Nadal in 'perfect shape' for season-ending tourney

All the involuntary rest because of injuries gives Rafael Nadal a good feeling heading into the season-ending ATP World Tour Finals.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 20 Nov 2009 | 3:26 pm

FIFA: No replay for France-Ireland World Cup qualifier

FIFA have ruled out the possibility of replaying the disputed World Cup qualifier between France and Ireland.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Nov 2009 | 3:25 pm

Predictions for Michigan-Ohio St. and more

My picks for Ohio St.-Michigan & the rest of Saturday's top games



Source: SI.com | 20 Nov 2009 | 3:05 pm

England v New Zealand (Sat)

England face the daunting task of taking on New Zealand as they attempt to get their uninspiring autumn campaign back on track on Saturday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Nov 2009 | 2:46 pm

ATP: No sanction for retired Agassi in doping case

The ATP Tour will not reopen a doping case against Andre Agassi even though he admitted to lying about using crystal meth in 1997.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 20 Nov 2009 | 2:38 pm

France reject Irish replay hopes

The French Football Federation turns down the Republic of Ireland's request for a replay of their controversial World Cup play-off game.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Nov 2009 | 1:51 pm

Roy Keane says Irish defending to blame, not Henry

Former Ireland captain Roy Keane has blamed the national team's poor defending rather than Thierry Henry's hand ball for the Irish failing to qualify for the World Cup. France striker Henry has been condemned for a deliberate hand ball that set up his team's tying goal in a qualifying draw that sent the French rather than the Irish to next year's World Cup.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Nov 2009 | 1:18 pm

Barcelona says Abidal, Toure have swine flu

Barcelona confirmed that Eric Abidal and Yaya Toure have swine flu and could be out for the next three games.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Nov 2009 | 12:50 pm

ATP chief rules out Agassi probe

There will be no new investigation into Andre Agassi's positive drugs test in 1997, the governing body of men's tennis confirms.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Nov 2009 | 12:30 pm

Knicks decide against signing free-agent Iverson

GREENBURGH, N.Y. (AP) -- The New York Knicks have decided not to pursue Allen Iverson.



Source: SI.com | 20 Nov 2009 | 12:23 pm

Barcelona duo contract swine flu

Barcelona players Yaya Toure and Eric Abidal are put in isolation after contracting swine.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Nov 2009 | 12:18 pm

Henry says France-Ireland game should be replayed

Thierry Henry says the "fairest solution" is to replay the France-Ireland World Cup playoff after he set up the deciding goal with a hand ball. Henry issued a statement Friday admitting he handled the ball and felt embarrassed at how France qualified for the World Cup at the expense of Ireland. But Henry said the hand ball was an "instinctive reaction" and denied cheating. Henry says the fairest solution would be to replay the game, but acknowledged it is not in his control.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Nov 2009 | 12:13 pm

Fifa issues world ban to Iraqi FA

Fifa suspends the Irag Football Association from competitive matches following governmental interference.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Nov 2009 | 11:52 am

Benitez backs placenta treatment

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez becomes the latest manager to send players to a controversial clinic in Serbia that uses horse placenta to treat injuries.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Nov 2009 | 11:05 am

European match-fix probe targets 200 games

About 200 football ties are under investigation in what one Uefa official calls Europe's biggest match-fixing scandal.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Nov 2009 | 10:29 am

Ireland v Fiji (Sat)

Ireland may have made eight changes team for Saturday's clash with Fiji at the RDS but the Pacific Islanders still face a massive task in Dublin.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Nov 2009 | 9:55 am