Dunga says victory against Ivory Coast shows Brazil has the maturity to go all the way at WCup

Dunga sees Brazil with maturity in Ivory Coast win

JOHANNESBURG – The bruising win over Ivory Coast could help Brazil in the second round of the World Cup.
The five-time champions played well in their 3-1 victory Sunday, advancing to the last 16 with a game to spare in Group G. But the physical match could have …. Source  : Dunga says victory against Ivory Coast shows Brazil has the maturity to go all the way at WCup.

Rajeev Ram Loses To Andy Roddick

LONDON (GaeaTimes.com)- Andy Roddick registered a stunning victory against fellow American Rajeev Ram in the All England Club to proceed into the second round of this year’s Wimbledon championship. The three-time Wimbledon runner-up beat Rajeev Ram by 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 after the game unfolded at the Court No.1 of the All England Club for …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Rajeev Ram Loses To Andy Roddick.

Paraguay, Chile and Uruguay join giants in flying flag for South America at World Cup

Good start for South America at World Cup
JOHANNESBURG – Normally Brazil and Argentina fly the flag for South America at the World Cup. This year, their smaller neighbors are joining in.

Between them, Brazil and Argentina have won the competition seven times – and few would bet against them adding to the tally this year after …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Paraguay, Chile and Uruguay join giants in flying flag for South America at World Cup.

Eighth placed Massa hopeful of winning F1 crown

LONDON – Ferrari’s ace driver Felipe Massa has not given up on winning the F1 championship even though he is placed eighth in the standings.

He is pinning his hopes on the design updates Ferrari will introduce at Sunday’s European Grand Prix in Valencia.

Massa believes a new exhaust system that will boost the F10’s … Read more »»».

‘Hand of God’ cheat Maradona calls for ‘fair play’ at World Cup

CAPE TOWN – Argentina coach Diego Maradona, infamous for the 1986 ‘Hand of God’ goal, has called for more fair play at the World Cup in South Africa.

Maradona had left England fans furious 24 years ago, but he now claims that he wants to see the game played by the book.

“We all want fair …. Source  : ‘Hand of God’ cheat Maradona calls for ‘fair play’ at World Cup.

Ex-players blast PCB for dumping Younis for England tour

KARACHI – Former Pakistani cricketers have expressed anger over former captain Younis Khan’s exclusion from the 17-man Test squad bound for England.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has given no reason for excluding 33-year-old Younis despite his indefinite ban for disciplinary offences having being overturned.

Former chief selector Iqbal Qasim said Younis was being …. Source article  : Ex-players blast PCB for dumping Younis for England tour.

England’s formula for World Cup success is E = c2 x (m + (F + p x A)/a)

LONDON – A professor has come up with a formula to help England beat Slovenia and go on to win the World Cup 2010.

Professor Goran Peskir’s equation even takes into account the new ball, The Sun reports.

It is: E = c2 x (m + (F + p x A)/a).

In it E = England …. Source article  : England’s formula for World Cup success is E = c2 x (m + (F + p x A)/a).

Capello tells Terry: I am boss of England team

LONDON – England coach Fabio Capello has reminded John Terry that he is in charge of the team, after the former skipper apologised for his press conference blunder.

Capello reacted after Terry suggested Chelsea teammate Joe Cole should play in Wednesday’s crucial World Cup match against Slovenia.

Terry claimed that Cole and Wayne Rooney were … Read more »»».

French players are imbeciles, says coach Domenech

LONDON – French coach Raymond Domenech, who is facing a players revolt and may have to pick a team without some of his big names, has labeled his stars “imbeciles” before their do-or-die clash with South Africa.

French players had revolted since Nicolas Anelka was sent home for blasting Domenech during half time of the …. Original source  : French players are imbeciles, says coach Domenech.

Proteas restrict Windies in Basseterre Test

BASSETERRE – South Africa has restricted the West Indies to a three-run first innings lead in the second Test being played here. The match appeared to be heading for a draw at the end of the fourth day’s play on Monday.

Fast bowler Morne Morkel finished with 4-116 from 34.1 overs, as West Indies were dismissed …. Source article  : Proteas restrict Windies in Basseterre Test.

Portugal scores 7 in rout of North Korea at World Cup; Spain and Chile win in Group H

Portugal scores 7 on NKorea at WCup, Spain wins

JOHANNESBURG – Forget the Iberian scoring slump. Spain put up two goals at the World Cup – and Portugal went five better.
After being shut out and heavily doubted in their openers, the Portuguese and Spaniards were dominant Monday. Portugal routed North Korea 7-0, knocking the Asian team … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Portugal scores 7 in rout of North Korea at World Cup; Spain and Chile win in Group H.

We are already winners: South African president

PRETORIA – South African President Jacob Zuma has wished his country’s soccer World Cup team ahead of their crucial final Group A match against France Tuesday, saying “come what may, we are already winners”.

“South Africans are already winners. We won May 15, 2004, when the announcement was made, declaring us as the hosts. The …. Source article  : We are already winners: South African president.

Looking good: Venus Williams dons Tina Turner outfit for 1st-round win at Wimbledon

Venus Williams looking good at Wimbledon
WIMBLEDON, England – Venus Williams took the Wimbledon stage in a Tina Turner dress and quickly found her groove.
Williams’ latest tennis outfit won’t cause the international stir created by her French Open corset, but it was eye-catching: a white dress with a skirt that might set a Grand …. Read the original article  : here.

England camp full of tension ahead of ‘do-or-die’ Slovenia tie: Ferguson

LONDON – Ahead of their must win game against Slovenia to reach the knockout stage, the England camp at the 2010 World Cup is full of tension after their dismal start in the first two matches.

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson spoke to ace striker Wayne Rooney, and said: “Sometimes the expectation can be debilitating. … Read : England camp full of tension ahead of ‘do-or-die’ Slovenia tie: Ferguson.

Villa’s brace spurs Spain to facile 2-0 win against Honduras

LONDON – Spain scored their first victory in the World Cup against Honduras with Barcelona ace David Villa scoring both the goals.

Villa kicked off his claim for the Golden Boot with both goals, but rued a second-half penalty miss that cost him a hat trick.

The win put Spain back on track in Group H … Read : Villa’s brace spurs Spain to facile 2-0 win against Honduras.

Pak-born Khawaja becomes first Muslim to represent Australia in Test cricket

SYDNEY – New South Wales left-hander Usman Khawaja has been named in the Australian Test team to face Pakistan in two Tests in England, making him first Muslim player to represent Australia.
Tasmanian pacer Ben Hilfenhaus has also been picked to play against Pakistan.
Pakistani origin Australian citizen Khawaja was born in Islamabad and …. Original source  : Pak-born Khawaja becomes first Muslim to represent Australia in Test cricket.

Reds hit 3 home runs in 10th inning, hold on for 6-4 win over A’s

Reds hit 3 HRs in 10th, hold off A’s in 6-4 win

OAKLAND, Calif. – Ramon Hernandez hit a tiebreaking leadoff home run in the 10th inning, Joey Votto and Scott Rolen added back-to-back shots and the Cincinnati Reds snapped out of their offensive slump long enough to beat the Oakland Athletics 6-4 on Monday night.
Oakland’s …. Original source  : Reds hit 3 home runs in 10th inning, hold on for 6-4 win over A’s.

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Diamondbacks 10, Yankees 4

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Upton, LaRoche, Reynolds homer off Burnett, Diamondbacks beat Yankees 10-4

Early homers lead D-backs past Burnett, Yankees

PHOENIX – Justin Upton, Adam LaRoche and Mark Reynolds homered off struggling A.J. Burnett in the first inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks went on to beat the New York Yankees 10-4 on Monday night in the opener of their three-game interleague series.
Upton, who added a three-run homer in the …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Upton, LaRoche, Reynolds homer off Burnett, Diamondbacks beat Yankees 10-4.