Racism likely to top the agenda when Boateng meets Sepp
2013-03-23 10:23:36
It took a defiant gesture to reignite the debate on one of Italian sport's biggest demons, but the fight to rid soccer of racism in Serie A could be just beginning.
Drivers limber up for 'sauna' heat in Malaysia
2013-03-23 08:50:29
Nico Hulkenberg keeps cool by freezing his underwear, Valtteri Bottas says the climate is like a sauna, and Giedo van der Garde says the drivers drink so much water they constantly have to pee.
Italy's Balotelli upstages Neymar in Brazil draw
2013-03-22 16:32:32
Italy striker Mario Balotelli left his Brazil counterpart Neymar in the shadows as he capped an inspiring performance with a majestic goal in a 2-2 international friendly draw on Thursday.
FIFA allows Iraq to play friendlies at home
2013-03-22 15:39:56
Iraq will be allowed to play friendly matches at home again following approval from soccer's world governing body FIFA on Thursday.
FIFA asked to look into claims of wrongdoing in Indonesia
2013-03-22 14:31:07
Sunday's extraordinary congress in Jakarta that was hailed as a success by Indonesian soccer chiefs involved illegal practices and should be reconvened, a sacked official said on Wednesday.
Brazil enlists UN help to ready World Cup stadium
2013-03-21 14:02:31
Brazil's capital city, struggling to finish a new soccer stadium in time for an upcoming dress rehearsal for the 2014 World Cup, is turning to a surprising partner for help: the United Nations.
Obama picks Indiana to win NCAA basketball championship
2013-03-21 10:26:45
US President Barack Obama on Wednesday picked Indiana University to win the NCAA annual men's college basketball tournament, joining in the "March Madness" office pool craze that sweeps America every spring.
Japan Olympic Committee survey sheds light on violence
2013-03-21 10:17:23
The Japanese Olympic Committee has promised to take steps to wipe out violence among its sports federations after a survey revealed more than 10 percent of its athletes had been victims of bullying or harassment.
Dominican Republic wins World Baseball Classic
2013-03-20 16:59:56
The Dominican Republic capped off an unbeaten campaign by defeating Caribbean neighbors Puerto Rico 3-0 to win the World Baseball Classic on Tuesday.
Free medical for elite athletes causes stir
2013-03-19 16:20:44
An announcement from the Shanghai sports authority for a plan to provide free medical insurance for life to its world champion athletes has stirred wide turbulence in cyberspace on the issue of medical care and privilege.
Inter face UEFA investigation over racism allegations
2013-03-19 15:53:29
Inter Milan risk disciplinary proceedings after their fans were accused of racist behaviour during the Europa League last 16 clash at home to Tottenham Hotspur, UEFA said on Monday.
Danish Cycling Olympic medalist admits to doping
2013-03-19 10:29:02
Danmark's famed cyclist Rolf Soerensen admitted Monday that he had used blood-boosting EPO and cortisone in the 1990s.