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FIFA rule out Irish replay

Mirror.co.uk (Free subscription) | 10 hours ago

FIFA have dashed the Republic of Ireland's hopes replaying their World Cup qualifying play-off with France.

FIFA rejects France v Ireland replay request

Reuters UK (Free subscription) | 10 hours ago

LONDON (Reuters) - Football's world governing body FIFA has confirmed that the controversial France v Ireland World Cup playoff will not be replayed.

Clanging chimes of doom

Harry's Place (Free subscription) | 9 hours ago

Some people are scary when they are angry. They may rant and rave and scream abuse. There are others who are capable of conveying a meance whilst speaking quietly, reamaing still and, otwardly at least, appearing composed. Then there’s Roy Keane. If I ever meet the man, I’ll make pretty certain my mobile phone is turned ‘OFF’. Time [...]

FIFA rule our Irish replay

Mirror.co.uk (Free subscription) | 11 hours ago

FIFA have dashed the Republic of Ireland's hopes replaying their World Cup qualifying play-off with France.

March tomorrow as Henry calls for a replay!

Slugger O'Toole (Free subscription) | 7 hours ago

There is a FAIR PLAY = REPLAY march tomorrow, from Landsdowne Road to the French Embassy, kick off 2 PM. From the Facebook site We are protesting against FIFA’s decision not to allow a replay of the France vs Ireland Qualifier. We are calling on the French Football Federation to join our calls for Fair Play to prevail. We hope at the very least we will highlight to the issue of the need for Video...

Don’t write Manchester United off yet!

SoccerLens (Free subscription) | 10 hours ago

Following their defeat to Chelsea, I read a couple of articles writing off Manchester United’s title hopes. This feels absurdly early to me, so ahead of this weekend’s Premiership matches here are 4 reasons why I reckon Manchester United will be lifting the Premier League title in May 2010. They’re not playing that well… yet Odd [...]

Another jolly bash at the IPPR

Mark Wadsworth (Free subscription) | 5 hours ago

Announced here : 07 December 2009, 10:00am - 11:30am 30-32 Southampton Street, London WC2E 7RA Speakers: Harriet Harman, MP, Minister for Women and Equality Dr Dalia Ben-Galim, ippr Samantha Smethers, Grandparents Plus* Demographic changes mean that more and more people are taking on caring responsibilities. Carers are a diverse bunch who have a variety of different needs that depend on a range of...

TV news: Oprah Winfrey to end world's top talk show in 2011

The Daily Record (Free subscription) | 7 hours ago

THE Oprah Winfrey Show, a broadcast that grew over two decades into a daytime television powerhouse and the foundation of a multibillion-dollar media empire, will end its run in 2011 after 25 seasons on the air, Winfrey's production company said.

• Oprah Winfrey to quit talkshow in 2011 - Mirror.co.uk
• World News: Oprah Winfrey brings down curtain on talk show - icWales
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Ten Reasons Why Thierry Henry Did It

Anorak News (Free subscription) | 9 hours ago

Want to know why France captain Thierry Henry used his hand to score a goal in game of FOOTball against Ireland? We bring you the Top Ten Theories...

Sean Yates 'extremely excited' to join Team Sky

The Guardian (Free subscription) | 9 hours ago

• Brailsford: 'We've been keen for a long time to get Sean' • To be part of this team is truly special, says Yates Team Sky have announced that Sean Yates will join the British outfit as sports director in the new year. The former cyclist has been sports director for Astana since 2008, after stints in a similar role at Team Discovery Channel and Team CSC. Team Sky principal Dave Brailsford...

Pas de deux

Lancaster Unity (Free subscription) | 7 hours ago

Emma Colgate, who has stepped into the breach in Thurrock after Nick Griffin, the BNP leader, decided to switch to Barking, east London, for the general election, is one of the BNP’s most hard-working councillors. Elected to Thurrock council in May 2008 she has a 100% attendance record at meetings of the full council and the general services committee. She is the sole BNP councillor there but...

Jimmy Smith Gets Six Months House Arrest For Drugs Bust

In Entertainment (Free subscription) | 8 hours ago

NFL legend Jimmy Smith, who used to play for the Jacksonville Jaguars, pleaded guilty to possession of cocaine yesterday. And according to reports from tmz.com, he was then sentenced to spend the next six months under house arrest. The former NFL star was arrested in Florida, back in April this year. The cops originally pulled him [...]

• NFL Legend Gets House Arrest for Coke Bust - TMZ

Go third and multiply

Line and Length (Free subscription) | 10 hours ago

Line & Length is not always the most optimistic of blogs (I am English after all) but I took heart from the top line given to a press release sent out by the ICC ahead of today's first one-day international....

Liverpool preview

Bitter and Blue (Free subscription) | 11 hours ago

There are going to be fixtures at various times that are considered (overwhelmingly by the media it has to be said) as a chance to 'lay down a marker'. Tomorrow's visit to Anfield will no doubt be seen as such an opportunity. Of course, the outcome of tomorrow lunchtime's game is not going to decide anything over the course of a season barely a quarter of the way in but it is a game whereby the result...

So you want to play football with your hands, Thierry?

Blaney's Blarney (Free subscription) | 8 hours ago

Thierry Henry, cheat, wants to play football against the Irish with his hands does he? Let's get him down to Croke Park and he can play some Gaelic Football* and then see how he likes using his hands then, eh? * I appreciate that this clip comprises hurling as well as football. Alas the most violent football clips are not available on YouTube...

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Athletes like Allen Iverson ill-prepared for life after celebrity

bsalmons | 16/11/2009

I spoke with Roscoe Word the other day. A standout defensive back at Jackson State in the early 1970s, Word spent his boyhood in Pine Bluff, Ark., dreaming of one day starring in the National Football League. When he was selected by the New York Jets in the third round of the 1974 Draft, Word thought he had it made. Lots of riches, fame, the good life.

Who’s Supporting Bill Belichick? More Important, What Does He Support?

bsalmons | 16/11/2009

New England Patriots lost in the favor of the Indianapolis Colts with a bold decision when there were almost two minutes remaining. Bill Belichick tried a first down that would allow the Patriots to run out the clock, holding on for a 34-28 win. Unfortunately that didn’t happen and Colts won. Who takes the blame?