Nov
2009
Articles from 26th Nov 2009
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Victory for Murray
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Andy Murray claimed his second round-robin victory at the Barclays ATP World Tour Finals with an epic 6-4 6-7 (4/7) 7-6 (7/3) win over Fernando Verdasco but must wait to find out whether he goes through to the semi-finals at London's O2 Arena. Read
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Merseyside faces World Cup woe
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
The possibility of hosting a World Cup in England without a match in Liverpool came into sharp focus as 15 cities put forward their cases to stage games if the 2018 bid succeeds. Read
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Benitez: No added pressure
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Rafael Benitez insists he does not feel under added pressure following Liverpool's Champions League exit and claims his side are "better than their results". Read
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Johnson insists axe is not the answer
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Martin Johnson insisted that sacking his under-fire coaches to appease "hysterical" critics would have been the cowardly way out of a disappointing autumn campaign and bad for England's future. Read
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O'Driscoll fears Springbok backlash
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Brian O'Driscoll has scoffed at suggestions South Africa are a team in decline as Ireland target the prized scalp of the world champions at Croke Park on Saturday. Read
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Shearer defends 2018 bid
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Alan Shearer has defended the health of England's 2018 World Cup Bid on the day 15 cities submitted their applications to become host venues of the event. Read
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Hodgson agrees Fulham contract
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Roy Hodgson is on the verge of signing a contract extension with Fulham after agreeing terms. Read
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Broad ready for Newlands clash
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
England will be reinforced by Stuart Broad's pace for Friday's third one-day international at Newlands - but must wait to see whether off-spinner Graeme Swann is fit to face South Africa. Read
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Everton consider ground-share option
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Everton chief executive Robert Elstone has admitted the club would consider a ground-sharing arrangement with Liverpool after plans for a move to Kirkby were rejected by the Government. Read
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Grant to take Portsmouth job
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Avram Grant is to be appointed as the new manager of Portsmouth, the club have confirmed. Read
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Ireland overtake Argentina in World Cup
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Rory McIlroy and Graeme McDowell combined to blaze a brilliant 14-under-par 58 in the opening round fourballs at the Omega Mission Hills World Cup as Ireland opened up a commanding three shot lead over Argentina. Read
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Davis could miss rest of season
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Bolton midfielder Sean Davis could be struggling to play again this season, manager Gary Megson has admitted. Read
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Everton stadium plans rejected
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Everton's plans for a new stadium at Kirkby have been rejected by Communities and Local Government Secretary John Denham. Read
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Evans expecting gladiatorial battle
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Thom Evans felt like he had been propelled back in time to ancient Rome when he made his Scotland debut in Argentina. Read
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Kidney wary of South Africa
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Ireland coach Declan Kidney refuses to be deceived by South Africa's collapse in form. Read
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Howley calls for 'step up'
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Wales backs coach Rob Howley has described Saturday's Millennium Stadium clash against Australia as "a defining game." Read
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Broad unfazed by hostility
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Stuart Broad is well aware he is going to be targeted by South Africa on his return from injury - and he is relishing the prospect. Read
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Murray prepares for Verdasco test
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Andy Murray will bid for victory against Fernando Verdasco this afternoon hoping it will be enough to send him through to the semi-finals of the Barclays ATP World Tour Finals. Read
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Nadal targets return to form
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Rafael Nadal is determined to rediscover the form that made him the world's most feared player after crashing out of the Barclays ATP World Tour Finals at London's O2 Arena. Read
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Hodgson hands credit to Rovers
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Fulham boss Roy Hodgson believes Sam Allardyce will still be pleased with his Blackburn team when he returns from heart surgery despite getting beaten 3-0 at Craven Cottage. Read
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Moyes shrugs off quit talk
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Everton boss David Moyes batted off a suggestion he contemplating quitting after the defeat at Hull. Read
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Ancelotti hails Chelsea mentality
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Carlo Ancelotti was more than satisfied with his side's clinical victory over Porto as the Blues ensured they will finish top of Group D. Read
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Ferguson: Game will benefit youngsters
Nov 26 2009 | National Sport
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson believes his youngsters will learn from experience after their 23-match unbeaten home record in the Champions League proper came to an unexpected end with a 1-0 defeat to Besiktas. Read
