Topic: FIFA World Cup
LONDON (Reuters) - A controversial goalline decision at the World Cup only served to back up what Roger Federer already suspected -- that soccer needs replay technology and tennis does not. The case for introducing technology to aid soccer referees was brought ...
Women's world tennis number one Serena Williams, who is about to defend her Wimbledon title, was incensed by the controversial decision to disallow an American goal at the football World Cup. The United States drew 2-2 with Slovenia in Johannesburg on Friday, ...
Elite tennis players gear up for Wimbledon, but World Cup soccer is on their mindsRoger Federer joked that he would install a TV screen on Centre Court so he can watch Switzerland's soccer team play in the World Cup during his first-round ...
LONDON (Reuters) - Andy Murray knows a thing or two about shouldering a nation's expectations, particularly during Wimbledon fortnight, so he was well placed to offer some sympathy to England striker Wayne Rooney Saturday. England's failure to win the World Cup since ...
Sports world moves to muzzle the constant din of the vuvuzela after World CupIt may be a must-have for every fan at the World Cup, but sports venues around the globe are trying to make sure the blare of vuvuzelas doesn't catch ...
Rafael Nadal will take advantage of his surprise Queen's exit by returning to Spain for a revitalising sunshine break before starting his bid to win Wimbledon. Nadal suffered his first defeat in 25 matches as he went down 7-6 (7/5), 6-4 to ...
Usain Bolt and Serena Williams won the 2010 Laureus sportsman and sportswoman awards on Wednesday at a ceremony in the Emirati capital of Abu Dhabi. Bolt, the Jamaican sprinter and winner of three Olympic gold medals, was named for his achievements in ...
ITF defends 110-year-old Davis Cup amid proposal for a 10-day World Cup-style tournamentThe International Tennis Federation defended its Davis Cup competition on Wednesday following a proposal by leading men's players for a World Cup-style tournament. Serbian player Novak Djokovic, who is on ...
Adverts appeared in the press this week for staff to work on England's bid to host the 2018 World Cup. The aftermath of a startling victory against Croatia may feel like perfect timing for this patriotic campaign. But the logic is the ...