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Opportunity knocks for Eli Manning to take centre stage

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The New York Giants quarterback has the chance to step out of his brother Peyton's shadow with a second Super Bowl win. Read article Opportunity knocks for Eli Manning to take centre stage

Carlo Ancelotti well suited to pressures of Paris Saint-Germain

Paris Saint-Germain's Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti gestures during the French L1 football match PSG vs Toulouse on January 14, 2012 at the Parc des Princes stadium in Paris. Paris won 3-1. AFP PHOTO PATRICK KOVARIK

The former AC Milan and Chelsea manager has the experience to bring honours to the Ligue 1 leaders. Read article Carlo Ancelotti well suited to pressures of Paris Saint-Germain

Six Nations could be start a new era for Scotland and England

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Today's Calcutta Cup match will offer some fascinating pointers as to how the Six Nations will unfold. Paul Radley examines the issues to look out for at Murrayfield. Read article Six Nations could be start a new era for Scotland and England

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Dominant 1000 Guineas display indicates a bright future for Godolphin's Gamilati

The filly demonstrated her pace in winning the first classic of the season at Meydan and Godolphin must surely now be considering an effort over a longer distance.  Read article Dominant 1000 Guineas display indicates a bright future for Godolphin's Gamilati

Sultan Bargash pushes for Jazira starting spot

Al Jazira's Etisalat Cup title hopes are up.

Al Jazira coach Franky Vercauteren thrilled with his side's 4-0 win over Dubai and semi-final place in Etisalat Cup after youngster scores hat-trick. Read article Sultan Bargash pushes for Jazira starting spot

Dubai Test: Makings of a match for the Twitter generation

Sixteen wickets fall in first day’s action as DRS, which has received support from both Pakistan and England, is used to full effect. Read article Dubai Test: Makings of a match for the Twitter generation

Diego Maradona to reward players with first-team place after Wahda loss

Coach thrilled as Al Wasl come from behind to beat 10-man Wahda and keep cup hopes alive. Read article Diego Maradona to reward players with first-team place after Wahda loss

Villas-Boas unhappy with call on John Terry's captaincy

Rio Ferdinand has refused stepping in place, though the Chelsea captain will retain the armband of his club. Read article Villas-Boas unhappy with call on John Terry's captaincy

Italian job has Mancini ready for City's title tussle with United

Manchester clubs tied on points, but the pressure of holding on against the experienced rivals is easy to handle after his Serie A experience, says the coach. Read article Italian job has Mancini ready for City's title tussle with United

UAE boxer Eisa Aldah wants to give it back

The Emirati has an invitation to fight in the US but wants to have it in Dubai as his contribution to the sport. Read article UAE boxer Eisa Aldah wants to give it back

Late charge from Hitchens gives Silvestre De Sousa a double at Meydan

Victory in the Group 3 Al Shindagha Sprint wins USD $200,000 (Dh73,464) for Irish trainer, David Barron. Read article Late charge from Hitchens gives Silvestre De Sousa a double at Meydan

Rob Nicol takes four Zimbabwe wickets in big win for New Zealand

The hosts win first one-day international by 90 runs at Dunedin. Read article Rob Nicol takes four Zimbabwe wickets in big win for New Zealand

Gamilati wins UAE 1000 Guineas for Godolphin and sets sights on Newmarket

The filly will aim to follow Blue Bunting's path by winning the English equivalent of the classic race. Read article Gamilati wins UAE 1000 Guineas for Godolphin and sets sights on Newmarket

Fielders show the way as India sign off series with T20 win over Australia

Four run-outs restrict the hosts to 131 and India end seven-month drought with a eight-wicket victory. Read article Fielders show the way as India sign off series with T20 win over Australia


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Six Nations could be start a new era for Scotland and England

Today's Calcutta Cup match will offer some fascinating pointers as to how the Six Nations will unfold. Paul Radley examines the issues to look out for at Murrayfield. Read article

Carlo Ancelotti well suited to pressures of Paris Saint-Germain

The former AC Milan and Chelsea manager has the experience to bring honours to the Ligue 1 leaders. Read article

UAE boxer Eisa Aldah wants to give it back

The Emirati has an invitation to fight in the US but wants to have it in Dubai as his contribution to the sport. Read article

Villas-Boas unhappy with call on John Terry's captaincy

Rio Ferdinand has refused stepping in place, though the Chelsea captain will retain the armband of his club. Read article

Fielders show the way as India sign off series with T20 win over Australia

Four run-outs restrict the hosts to 131 and India end seven-month drought with a eight-wicket victory. Read article

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