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MANILA. — The Philippine Catholic church yesterday defended boxing hero Manny Pacquiao for his opposition to gay marriage, saying he was only quoting the Bible. But Father Jerome Secillano also said…
Sturm makes history
BERLIN. — Felix Sturm has left his future open after making history as the first German boxer to win world titles five times following his points win over Russia’s Fedor…
McCaw wants flag change
AUCKLAND. — Rugby World Cup-winning All Blacks captain Richie McCaw entered the contentious New Zealand flag debate yesterday saying he is in favour of change. In a Facebook post, McCaw said…
Charles replaces Bravo
KINGSTON. — Johnson Charles was called-up on Saturday to replace Darren Bravo in the West Indies cricket squad for the World Twenty20 after the experienced batsman had become the third…
Chelsea thrash City in FA Cup
Chelsea punished Manuel Pellegrini’s controversial decision to field a remarkably inexperienced team as Eden Hazard inspired a 5-1 demolition of Manchester City in the FA Cup fifth round yesterday. With City…
Gunners in mean mood for Barca
LONDON. – Arsene Wenger accepted his Arsenal side must be more ruthless against Barcelona than they were against Hull when the Champions League soccer holders arrive at the Emirates Stadium…
Mourinho rejects Inter Milan return, opts for Old Trafford
LONDON. – Jose Mourinho has rejected an opportunity to return to Inter Milan telling the Italian club’s officials that he is hoping to soon become Manchester United’s new boss. Since leaving…
Catalans on a roll
MADRID. – Barcelona moved nine points clear at the top of the Spanish La Liga soccer table thanks to first-half goals from Luis Suarez and Neymar despite an unconvincing display…
Reading stun Wes Brom
LONDON. – Championship strugglers Reading spiced up an otherwise dull afternoon in the FA Cup fifth round with a shock 3-1 victory over English Premier League soccer side West Bromwich…
Carrick upbeat ahead of FA Cup game
MANCHESTER. – Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick has rejected suggestions the club’s lengthy injury list can be used as an excuse for failure in their FA Cup fifth round visit…