Obscene gesture could cost Wilshere

England midfielder Jack Wilshere could face a Football Association probe after appearing to make an obscene gesture during Arsenal's painful 6-3 loss to Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.

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Alpine Skiing

'Famous Jameis' takes Heisman

Jameis Winston left voters no choice but to give him the Heisman Trophy.

Kobe shows his old form against Cats

Kobe Bryant, who is recovering from a torn Achilles tendon and still learning to trust his legs, was back to making big shots down the stretch and helping his team win on Saturday night - although in a somewhat tentative manner.

Pierce and Garnett lift Nets

Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett share a championship with Doc Rivers and a bond that didn't break when they ended up on opposite coasts.

Aldridge leads Blazers past Rockets

LaMarcus Aldridge had 31 points and a career-high 25 rebounds, prompting Portland fans to chant "MVP! MVP!" during the Trail Blazers' 111-104 victory over the Houston Rockets on Thursday night.

Cano and Mariners finalize mega deal

Robinson Cano seemed to be next in line as the player to wear pinstripes for his entire career, all set to follow the path laid before him by mentors named Jeter, Posada and Rivera.

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Angry Brazilian players hit out over no-sex rules

The Brazilian tradition of the concentracao - sequestering teams before matches and shielding them from temptations such as sex and alcohol - is under threat as players take a stand against the late payment of wages.

Chargers stun Broncos

Peyton Manning wanted more rest. He got plenty on Thursday night thanks to Philip Rivers and a San Diego defense that slowed down Manning and handed the Broncos an unexpected and harmful loss.

2012 Heisman winner a finalist again

Johnny Manziel isn't sure if he will declare for the NFL draft next month.

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