NEW YORK, Nov. 20, 2009 (Reuters) New York Giants middle linebacker Antonio Pierce will be sidelined indefinitely with a bulging disc in his neck, the team said on Friday. ... > full story
SEATTLE, Nov. 20, 2009 (Reuters) David Beckham and the L.A Galaxy are hogging the attention for Sunday's MLS Cup final but opponents Real Salt Lake expect to benefit from a backlash from supporters in Seattle. ... > full story
SEATTLE, Nov. 20, 2009 (Reuters) L.A Galaxy's turnaround from worst to best in Major League Soccer, which could be completed with a win in Sunday's MLS Cup final, has been largely due to David Beckham's change in attitude, captain Landon Donovan said Friday. ... > full story
HAVANA, Nov. 20, 2009 (Reuters) There were hugs and handshakes all around on Friday as teams of older U.S. and Cuban softball players ended a "friendship" tournament they hope will set an example for their respective governments. ... > full story
CHICAGO, Nov. 20, 2009 (Reuters) Reliever John Grabow signed a two-year $7.5 million deal with the Chicago Cubs on Friday, adding an experienced arm to a young bullpen. ... > full story
TORONTO, Nov. 20, 2009 (Reuters) Dallas Stars forward James Neal has been suspended for two games for a dangerous hit against Derek Dorsett of the Columbus Blue Jackets, the NHL said Friday. ... > full story
PARIS, Nov. 20, 2009 (Reuters) The French Football Federation (FFF) has ruled out a replay of their controversial World Cup playoff against Ireland, saying on Friday world governing body FIFA's decision that the result should stand was final. ... > full story
BERNE, Nov. 20, 2009 (Reuters) Asian champions Iraq have been suspended from international soccer because of political interference in the country's Football Association, world governing body FIFA said on Friday. ... > full story
LONDON, Nov. 20, 2009 (Reuters) Roger Federer held court in a swish hotel on the banks of the River Thames on Friday and left nobody in any doubt he was determined to become only the second male player to reclaim the year-end number one spot. ... > full story
MONTE CARLO, Nov. 20, 2009 (Reuters) A hammer throw challenge event will be introduced next year to provide worldwide competition for athletes whose specialty is not part of the new Diamond League. ... > full story
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