Hussain, Subhan seal Pakistan's spot in U-19 Asia Cup semi-final
In a virtual knockout, it was Pakistan who prevailed over UAE to book their place in the semi-final of the U-19 Asia Cup. On Tuesday, Pakistan opted to bat first, and six of their top…
Hughes 124 drives NSW to 284 on opening day
ScorecardFile photo - Ben Rohrer endured the second new ball to see New South Wales to safety•Getty ImagesA firm century by Daniel Hughes and a dogged contribution from Ben Rohrer drove New South Wales to…
The TEN World Cup starlets set to have the Premier League scouts flocking
Only 10 more days to go until the biggest event in football begins and engulfs a month of our lives (a worthwhile one though wouldn’t you say?). The World Cup is a stage not only…
Officials consider vuvuzela ban
World Cup organising chief Danny Jordaan has revealed that vuvuzelas could be banned from matches following complaints from players, broadcasters and supporters. The trumpet-like instrument has been one of the main talking points from the…
Have Spain been forced to compromise their ideals?
Vicente Del Bosque warned of the influence that Inter Milan’s victory against Barcelona in this year’s Champions League semi final would have for his own players at the World Cup. His own admission has become…
MLS Soccer is still fighting a losing battle
For a while, World Cup fever gripped the US as Bob Bradley’s men produced a number of thrilling performances which had the nation at the edge of their seats. From Wall Street to Wal-Mart, soccer…
Redknapp hints at sale to raise funds
Harry Redknapp has hinted that Robbie Keane may be sacrificed this summer in order to raise transfer funds. The Tottenham boss has been clearly frustrated at the club’s failure to secure any new signings and…
Joseph Yobo makes Everton loan exit
Everton have allowed defender Joseph Yobo to join Fenerbahce on a season-long loan. The Nigeria international captain was one of the longest serving players at Goodison Park but had seen starting opportunities become limited in…
What to do with Wellington Silva?
A young starlet will arrive at Arsenal in January, his name is Wellington Silva. Arsenal already own 65% of the 17 year-old Brazilian who is currently playing for Fluminense, but FIFA rules dictate that a…
Everton will never push on while this persists
Everton have been here before – utter bemusement. This is the same group of players that beat Chelsea and both sides of Manchester at the back end of last season. Five games into this term…