- Wednesday, 22 February 2012
Women make history
Tonia Couch and Sarah Barrow claimed Great Britain’s first ever women’s international diving medal after snatching bronze in the platform synchro at the FINA World Cup tonight.
Mulgrew and Forrest take Celtic 20 points clear
Celtic 2 Dunfermline 0
Charlie Mulgrew celebrated his first Scotland call-up with a wonderful strike against Dunfermline at Parkhead which helped take Celtic 20 points clear of Rangers at the top of the Clydesdale Bank Premier League.
Mancini ready to welcome back Tevez
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini tonight said he had “no problem” with Carlos Tevez and the striker could be considered for selection in “two or three weeks”.
McDowell bows out in Tuscon
Graeme McDowell was the first player to tee off in the Accenture Match Play Championship in Tucson today – and the first player to make his exit.
Donal Óg as hungry as ever
Cork captain Donal Óg Cusack says he is as hungry as ever for success with the Rebels as he sets out on his 17th senior inter-county campaign this weekend.
City power past Porto
Man City 4 FC Porto 0 (agg: 6-1)
Manchester City produced a strong finish to power into the last 16 of the Europa League at the expense of 10-man holders Porto tonight.West Ham's Morrison fined over homophobic tweet
West Ham midfielder Ravel Morrison has been fined £7,000 (€8,270) by the Football Association in response to a homophobic remark made on Twitter.
Vinny back in business
Cousin Vinny made a winning return from almost two years on the sidelines in the Festival Free Upgrade Offer Ends Today Hurdle at Punchestown.
Ferguson would love all-Manchester final
Alex Ferguson would love to set up a classic European final with Manchester City.
McDermott commits to Royals
Reading manager Brian McDermott today signed a new three-and-a-half-year contract in a move which looks to have ended Wolves’ chances of taking him to Molineux.
D'Arcy: Time for talk is over
Gordon D’Arcy has demanded his Ireland team-mates reward the loyalty shown in them by management and supporters.
Ivanovic: Blues must stick together
Branislav Ivanovic has urged his Chelsea team-mates to put their personal grievances aside and follow Andre Villas-Boas’ orders to the letter.
Wolves manager search goes on
Wolves continue to be frustrated in their bid to replace sacked manager Mick McCarthy with hopes of securing the services of Alan Curbishley and Brian McDermott having faded, it is understood.
Cadbury stretch U21 Football sponsorship another three years
Kraft Foods have announced the renewal of the Cadbury sponsorship of the GAA U21 Football Championship for another three years.
Rooney to miss Ajax clash
Alex Ferguson has confirmed Wayne Rooney will miss Manchester United’s Europa League clash with Ajax tomorrow after picking up a throat infection.
O'Brien stars in Ireland win
Kevin O’Brien top-scored for Ireland as they cruised to a six-wicket win over Kenya in their first Twenty20 international at Mombasa.
Grandouet still in Champion frame
Champion Hurdle contender Grandouet could still make the Cheltenham Festival after undergoing a successful operation last night.
Munster without big names for Cardiff clash
A combination of international commitment and injuries has resulted in a relatively inexperienced 28-man squad for Munster’s RaboDirect PRO 12 fixture in Thomond Park against Cardiff on Friday (7.05pm).
Cabaye ready for Magpies return
Newcastle midfielder Yohan Cabaye is champing at the bit to make his return against Wolves on Saturday after being out of action for nearly a month.
Four changes for Italy
Italy coach Jacques Brunel has made four changes to face Ireland in Saturday’s RBS Six Nations match at the Aviva Stadium.
Breeders' Cup Mile winner passes away
Cherished racehorse and stallion Royal Academy died today at the age of 25.
Defensive boost for Gunners
Arsenal’s defensive ranks could be boosted by the return of Carl Jenkinson for this weekend’s north London derby against Tottenham.
Rooney absent from United training
Wayne Rooney was the only significant absentee from the open portion of training ahead of Manchester United’s Europa League last-32 decider against Ajax at Old Trafford tomorrow.
Rangers accept McKay offer
Rangers have accepted an offer for Matt McKay from South Korean club Busan I’Park.
RSPCA brand whip changes a 'black day' for racing
Yesterday’s decision by the British Horseracing Authority to make changes to the whip rules has drawn an unimpressed reaction from the RSPCA.
Munster yet to comment on McGahan exit 'rumours'
Munster have yet to confirm Tony McGahan's departure at the end of the season.
No Cheltenham duty for Super
Donald McCain has ruled out the possibility of impressive Ascot winner Super Duty making a trip to next month’s Cheltenham Festival.
De Sousa joins Godolphin
Silvestre De Sousa has signed an agreement to become part of Sheikh Mohammed’s Godolphin operation.
London 2012 announces third chance to get Olympic tickets
People who missed out on Olympic tickets in the first two rounds are to get an exclusive 24-hour chance to buy when sales reopen in April.
Deans to adopt safe approach for Cooper
Australia coach Robbie Deans has backed Quade Cooper to make a full recovery from knee surgery, but concedes the enigmatic fly-half is unlikely to feature in the June Tests against Scotland and Wales.
Delph doubtful for the season
Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish admits it is unlikely midfielder Fabian Delph will play again this season after suffering an ankle injury during his loan spell at Leeds.
Zola: Blues must sort out problems quickly
Former Chelsea forward Gianfranco Zola has warned his “fragile” former team they are running out of time to turn around their stuttering season.
Canning shoulder injury threatens league campaign
Hurler Joe Canning could miss could miss the bulk of Galway's league campaign with a shoulder injury.
McGahan to leave Munster at end of season
Munster coach Tony McGahan will leave the province at the end of the season.
Haye wait goes on for German police
German detectives must sit and wait for up to a fortnight as their pursuit of David Haye is held up by red tape following Saturday’s brawl in Munich.
Kidney wary of improving Italy
Ireland coach Declan Kidney insists Italy are no longer easy pickings in the latter stages of matches.
Terry faces six-week lay-off
Andre Villas-Boas is hoping John Terry could return to action within a month but admitted the Chelsea captain could be out for up to six weeks.