Nadal playing in Davis Cup final opener
Associated PressRafael Nadal will play Tomas Berdych in the opening match of the Davis Cup when Spain tries to defend its title against the Czech Republic.
Story | Conversation | December 03, 2009La Liga: Real Madrid sweat on Kaka fitness
ReutersReal Madrid could be without playmaker Kaka for the La Liga visit of mid-table Almeria on Saturday, with the Brazilian struggling to overcome a nagging groin injury.The setback comes as coach Manuel Pellegrini looks to build on Real's positive display despite a 1-0 defeat against leaders Barcelona on Sunday.
Story | Conversation | December 03, 2009La Liga: Henry stars as Barca go five points clear
Thierry Henry, on the day FIFA announced they had opened proceedings against him for his infamous handball, helped Barcelona open up a five-point lead at the top of the Primera Division with a solid 2-0 victory over bottom club Xerez.
Story | December 03, 2009Stepanek's custom job making a racket
Sandra Harwitt, Special to ESPN.comEven a master craftsman is no better than his tools, which is why Radek Stepanek turned his back on an endorsement deal to play with a custom-made model for nothing. His reward is in the results.
Story | Conversation | December 03, 2009The Soccernet Quiniela - Week Three - Five stages of grief
Eduardo AlvarezIt was another tough week for Eduardo Alvarez in his Soccernet Quiniela
Story | Conversation | December 03, 2009Serie A: Racist chanting could halt Juventus match
ReutersInter Milan's game at faltering Juventus on Saturday could be stopped if home fans again racially abuse visiting striker Mario Balotelli although the 19-year-old is unlikely to start for the Serie A leaders.
Story | Conversation | December 03, 2009Xerez president quits after receiving threats
ReutersThe president of La Liga basement club Xerez, Carlos de Osma, has stepped down after threats were made against him and his family.
Story | Conversation | December 03, 2009Draw of Davis Cup still brings out best
Bonnie D. Ford, ESPN.comDespite its midmarket venues and scheduling quirks, nothing brings out the national loyalties and exceptional tennis of today's top players like Davis Cup competition.
Story | Conversation | December 02, 2009Lionel Messi Completes Quest for the Golden Ball
SportsCenter...the Ballon d'Or as France Football magazine's European club player of the year. The elusive Barcelona forward was a near-unanimous pick, rolling over Cristiano Golden Boy Ronaldo by a record 240 point...
Blog | December 02, 2009BATE Borisov 1-2 Benfica
...sprang to life as Benfica forged ahead through Saviola.Cesar Peixoto provided the assist for the former Barcelona and Real Madrid man, who steered in a left-foot shot from close range for his fourth...
Story | December 02, 2009Giveth With One, Taketh with Another
Andrew Warshaw in Cape TownThierry Henry's damaged reputation took another severe battering in Cape Town on Wednesday, but have FIFA missed a trick by making an example of the Barcelona and former Arsenal striker and opening an investigation into his infamous handball?
Story | Conversation | December 02, 2009Write off Rafa now? No chance
James Martin, TENNIS.com...gone MIA. From January to May, Nadal won five titles -- the Australian Open, Indian Wells, Monte Carlo, Barcelona and the Italian Open -- and reached the finals of two other events. He seemed unstoppable and indefatigable...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 01, 2009Xerez v Barcelona: Preview
Barcelona will be keen to avoid a case of `after the Lord Mayor's show' when they travel...
Preview | December 01, 2009Laporta believes Yaya Toure will stay at Barcelona
Soccernet staffBarcelona president Joan Laporta has told Yaya Toure he will not be allowed to leave the club despite his lack of playing time.
Story | Conversation | December 01, 2009Barcelona handed difficult draw in Copa del Rey
Barcelona were handed arguably the toughest possible route to retaining their Copa del Rey title after being paired against 2007 winners Sevilla for the last 16 before then potentially meeting 2008 winners Valencia in the quarter-finals.
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