Drogba's mum was a huge fan of Yugoslav strongman TitoOctober 7th, 2009 LONDON - Yugoslav leader Marshal Tito's fighting spirit and bravery enthused football star Didier Drogba's mother Clotilde so much that she dubbed her son Tito. Clotilde wanted to instill those leadership values in her son when she gave him the nickname, reports The Sun.
MLS commissioner says Beckham in talks to return to LA Galaxy after another Milan loanOctober 3rd, 2009 MLS chief says Beckham may return after Milan loanLONDON — David Beckham is in talks with the Los Angeles Galaxy about going to AC Milan on another loan and then returning to Major League Soccer again. The 34-year-old midfielder must join a European club on loan in January to be considered for England coach Fabio Capello's squad for June's World Cup.
Torres says he respects Liverpool fans too much to join Man UOctober 2nd, 2009 LONDON - The UK Premier League's top scorer, Fernando Torres has said that he would never join Manchester United out of respect for the Liverpool fans. The Spanish hitman admits he is already thinking about staying at Anfield for life, reports The Sun.
Salgado wants Becks to join BlackburnSeptember 15th, 2009 LONDON - Spaniard Michael Salgado has said that he will try to lure David Beckham to join him at Blackburn. The pair forged a close friendship during their time at Real Madrid and have stayed in touch since leaving the Bernabeu.
Former Broncos great Floyd Little says he had given up quest for Hall of Fame considerationAugust 27th, 2009 Little had given up on Hall of Fame considerationENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Former Broncos running back Floyd Little says he had given up hope of ever making it on the Pro Football Hall of Fame ballot.
Michigan plans to use 3 QBs in its opener, including speedy freshman who doesn't tie his lacesAugust 23rd, 2009 Michigan's Rodriguez plans to play 3 QBs in openerANN ARBOR, Mich. — Michigan quarterback Denard Robinson was lounging on the turf when a couple reporters approached, asking for the story behind the fact that he doesn't tie the laces of his cleats.
Teary-eyed Tyson still coping with his daughter's demiseAugust 14th, 2009 LONDON - Boxing legend Mike Tyson is still battling to stop himself from crying over the death of his four-year-old daughter three months ago. "I am working with dealing with it.
Adebayor set to sign for Manchester CityJuly 18th, 2009 LONDON - Arsenal striker Emmanuel Adebayor flew to Manchester for a medical at Manchester City and is expected to sign a 25 million pounds deal with the Eastlands club. The 25-year-old will join the star-studded attack that has the likes of Carlos Tevez, Robinho and Roque Santa Cruz.
Michael Owen to join Man UJuly 3rd, 2009 LONDON - Out of contract striker Michael Owen has agreed to join Manchester United on a 50 per cent pay cut. United boss Alex Ferguson contacted Owen, 29, on Tuesday and offered him 50,000-pounds-a-week to join the champions - plus huge bonuses depending on appearances and goals.
Berbatov's arrival convinced me to leave Man U: TevezJune 27th, 2009 LONDON - The arrival of Bulgarian football star Dimitar Berbatov at Old Trafford convinced Argentine football star Carlo Tevez to switch his allegiance from Manchester United to Manchester City. "Ever since Berbatov was signed, I felt like I was being left aside.
Man U's Fergie could have signed French star Ribery for freeJune 17th, 2009 LONDON - Manchester United coach Alex Ferguson could have signed French star Franck Ribery for nothing four years ago. Now, Ribery, who plays for Bayern Munich, commands a price that is as good, if not better than the 80-million pounds Manchester United will get for Portuguese winger Ronaldo, who moves to Real Madrid.
Coach Ancelotti begs Man U's Tevez to join ChelseaJune 16th, 2009 LONDON - Manchester United's Carlos Tevez was on holiday in Buenos Aires, and was in a state of shock after receiving a telephone call from coach Carlo Ancelotti begging him to join Chelsea FC. Tevez said he was impressed that the Blues boss had called him personally on Sunday night, and therefore, rumors are in circulation that Chelsea, not Manchester City, are favourites to steal his signature.
Knee injury could keep Nadal out of WimbledonJune 7th, 2009 LONDON/MANACOR - A dmaged right knee could keep Spanish tennis player Rafael Nadal out of this year's Wimbledon, The Telegraph reports. Toni Nadal, the reigning Wimbledon champion's uncle and coach, said the 23-year-old had a damaged right knee and was doubtful for the Grand Slam which starts on June 22.
OT Jon Jansen says he will sign 1-year contract with Lions if he passes physical MondayMay 30th, 2009 Jansen says he's set to join Lions after physicalDETROIT — Jon Jansen's search for a new team lasted less than a day. Jansen said Friday, the same day the offensive tackle was cut by the Washington Redskins, he will sign a one-year contract with the Detroit Lions if he passes a physical.
Real Madrid's Perez claims Ronaldo will join club soonMay 30th, 2009 MADRID - Real Madrid presidential candidate Florentino Perez has hinted that Portuguese and Manchester United star striker Cristiano Ronaldo will join the Spanish football club this summer
According to The Sun, Ronaldo's switch to Real Madrid has edged closer after Perez claimed that 'an agreement' is already in place for Manchester United winger. Ronaldo had already told close friends he would be leaving Old Trafford before next season.
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