Nov
2008
Articles from 30th Nov 2008
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Yakubu blow for Toffees
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
Everton striker Ayegbeni Yakubu has been ruled out for the rest of the season after rupturing his Achilles. Read
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Gunners throw title race open
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
Robin van Persie struck twice as Arsenal came from behind to beat Chelsea 2-1 at Stamford Bridge and breathe fresh life into their title bid. Read
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Pompey edge Fratton thriller
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
Portsmouth blew a two-goal lead again at Fratton Park but finally clinched Tony Adams' first home win thanks to a rare Sean Davis goal to beat Blackburn 3-2. Read
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Pienaar strike condemns Spurs
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
David Moyes marked his 300th game as Everton boss with a 1-0 Barclays Premier League victory over Tottenham courtesy of Steven Pienaar's deflected winner. Read
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Honours even in pulsating derby
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
Goalkeeper Peter Enckelman produced a string of brilliant saves to help Cardiff claim a point after a pulsating south Wales derby against Swansea finished a 2-2 draw with both sides reduced to 10 men. Read
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ICC press for England return
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
International Cricket Council chief executive Haroon Lorgat has urged England to return to India for next month's two-Test series. Read
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Ronaldo sees red in derby win
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
Wayne Rooney's 100th goal in club football earned 10-man United a 1-0 Manchester derby win after Cristiano Ronaldo had been sent off against City. Read
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Reds desperate to avoid slip-ups
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
With Steven Gerrard talking of his "hunger" for the league title and boss Rafael Benitez close to agreeing a new contract, West Ham could find this is not the time to be trying to end a 45-year wait for a win at Anfield. Read
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Histon handed Swansea clash
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
Histon's stunning victory over Leeds on Sunday afternoon did not bring them the FA Cup third-round rewards they were hoping for. Read
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Histon humble Leeds
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
Blue Square Premier promotion chasers Histon have won the biggest match in their history with a 1-0 victory over Leeds putting them into the draw for the FA Cup third round. Read
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Roberts on course for England
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
The Wales medical team have revealed Jamie Roberts could be fit for the opening RBS 6 Nations clash against England at the Millennium Stadium on February 14 despite a freak skull fracture. Read
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Morris prepared for players to refuse
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
England and Wales Cricket Board managing director Hugh Morris insisted England will be going back to India if it is deemed safe to do so - but admitted it may not be a first-choice side. Read
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Swedes clinch World Cup crown
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
Robert Karlsson and Henrik Stenson combined to produce a scintillating performance in the final-round foursomes to capture the Omega Mission Hills World Cup for Sweden. Read
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Cole dig at Gunners style
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
Chelsea midfielder Joe Cole has told Arsenal their fancy football means nothing without medals. Read
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Brown blasts penalty decision
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
Hull manager Phil Brown believes his side were robbed of another Barclays Premier League away win after fellow new boys Stoke levelled through a late penalty in the 1-1 result. Read
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Bruce praises 'fantastic' Kirkland
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
Wigan manager Steve Bruce has given an insight into Chris Kirkland's training regime, which he believes will help the goalkeeper reclaim the England number one jersey. Read
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Haddin heroics put Australia in charge
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
Brad Haddin's maiden Test century handed Australia a 230 run lead over New Zealand at stumps on the third day of the second Test at Adelaide Oval. Read
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Southgate happy with derby point
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate was a satisfied man despite seeing his side held at home by derby rivals Newcastle. Read
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O'Neill defends Villa stalemate
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill insisted his side had not been guilty of "choking" as they missed out on the chance to move into third spot in the Barclays Premier League. Read
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Keane lacking vote of self-confidence
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
Sunderland boss Roy Keane takes full responsibility for his side's slump into the relegation zone after admitting he cannot be certain he will wake up on Sunday convinced he is still the best man for the job. Read
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Haddin puts Australia in control
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
Brad Haddin's maiden Test century guided Australia to 535 all out and a first innings lead of 265 over New Zealand on the third day of the second Test at Adelaide Oval. Read
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Johnson puts brave face on England loss
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
Martin Johnson refused to dismiss England as a "lost cause" as the curtain was brought down on a tortuous autumn with a record 32-6 defeat by New Zealand. Read
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Howley hails Welsh spirit
Nov 30 2008 | National Sport
Jamie Roberts' willingness to play 10 minutes of the first half with a fractured skull typified the bravery shown by Wales in Saturday's thrilling victory over Australia, according to Wales backs coach Rob Howley. Read
