PFA defend Milner request

8:24am Thursday 28th August 2008

The Professional Footballers' Association insist Newcastle midfielder James Milner has remained "professional" in his attitude after handing in a transfer request.

A-Rod powers through US opener

8:24am Thursday 28th August 2008

World number eight Andy Roddick produced a serving masterclass to begin his quest for a second US Open title with a comfortable 6-2 6-2 6-2 straight-sets victory over Fabrice Santoro on Wednesday.

Jankovic and Kuznetsova survive scares

8:24am Thursday 28th August 2008

Jelena Jankovic and Svetlana Kuznetsova both endured some tense moments before progressing to the third round of the US Open last night but former champion Lindsay Davenport progressed without being troubled.

Groin op rules out Gerrard

8:24am Thursday 28th August 2008

Steven Gerrard will miss both of England's forthcoming World Cup qualifiers after having an operation on Thursday on his troublesome groin.

Benitez praises 'amazing' Dutch ace

8:24am Thursday 28th August 2008

Rafael Benitez hailed his European lucky charm Dirk Kuyt as Liverpool scrambled their way into the Champions League group stages on Wednesday night.

Wenger thrilled with Gunners

8:24am Thursday 28th August 2008

Arsene Wenger believes Arsenal passed a "big mental test" with a comprehensive 4-0 (6-0 aggregate) demolition of Steve McClaren's FC Twente to secure a place in the draw for the Champions League group stage.

Keothavong stuns Italian seed

8:24am Thursday 28th August 2008

British number one Anne Keothavong caused a major shock at the US Open as she knocked out number 25 seed Francesca Schiavone of Italy to reach the third round.

Hodgson chases Etuhu deal

8:24am Thursday 28th August 2008

Fulham manager Roy Hodgson will try to strengthen his squad with the signing of Sunderland's Nigerian midfielder Dickson Etuhu despite a proposed swap deal with Northern Ireland striker David Healy breaking down.

Agent: Barry will stay with Villa

8:24am Thursday 28th August 2008

Gareth Barry's agent has stated the England midfielder will stay with Aston Villa rather than make a late move before the transfer window closes.

Matt adds gloss for Pietersen

8:24am Thursday 28th August 2008

Matt Prior will link up with England in London on Thursday having made the first strides towards convincing his new captain that he is the man to solve their long-term wicketkeeping problem.

Titan prisons a 'massive mistake'

Updated 7:35am Thursday 28th August 2008

Pressing ahead with plans to build three huge "Titan" prisons would be a "costly and hugely damaging mistake", the Government has been warned.

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