Chelsea looking to widen gap on rivals

Tottenham faces long odds in trying to end 24-year jinx at Stamford Bridge

Wigan aims to shock Man City again

An immediate return to the Premier League remains Wigan Athletic's priority, but the FA Cup holder is determined to repeat last year's stunning final win over Manchester City when they meet in Sunday's last-eight clash.

Inter boss hints at purge to solidify club's 'foundation'

Inter Milan owner and president Erick Thohir hailed the capture of Manchester United captain Nemanja Vidic but hinted on Thursday the club's rebuilding could continue with a summer purge of ageing stock.

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Nadal still haunted by Open loss

Rafael Nadal launches his Indian Wells ATP Masters title defence still feeling the sting of his loss to Stanislas Wawrinka in the Australian Open final.

Park enjoying view from the top

Life looks pretty good to Park In-bee from her lofty perch as the world No 1 women's golfer - and the talented South Korean doesn't see the view changing any time soon.

Feng Heads China's list of olympic hopes

China's world No 7-ranked Feng Shanshan headlines a provisional squad of 15 female golfers for the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.

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Dramatic qualifying makes for happy host

China squeaked into the final 2015 Asian Cup qualifying spot in nerve-wracking style on Wednesday, dropping a 3-1 decision to Iraq but edging out Lebanon on goal differential.

Young lions draw Hodgson's praise

England manager Roy Hodgson drew encouragement from his younger players' performances after seeing his side edge Denmark 1-0 in its final game before he selects his World Cup squad.

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Germany's close call brings out boo-birds

Head coach Joachim Loew admitted Germany must improve if it is to challenge for the World Cup title after its fortuitous 1-0 win over Chile in a match which the visiting side dominated.