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Benitez tells Chelsea to aim for second

March 29, 2013 | 11:12

Rafael Benitez insists Chelsea can still claim second place in the Premier League ahead of a trip to Southampton on Saturday that marks the start of a testing run of fixtures for the Blues.

Djokovic, Serena lead injury-hit Miami lineup

March 19, 2013 | 09:01

World number ones Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams head the fields in the WTA and ATP Masters Miami hardcourt event that begins on Tuesday, although several big names will be among the missing.

Ferrer ready to defy Nadal at French Open

June 08, 2012 | 13:54

David Ferrer says he is ready to face the toughest challenge in world tennis - going up against Rafael Nadal on the claycourts of Roland Garros at the French Open.

Djokovic, Federer, Murray into Dubai semi-finals

March 02, 2012 | 08:33

Novak Djokovic needed a piece of luck against close friend Janko Tipsarevic on Thursday before carrying his bid for a record fourth successive Dubai Open title into a semi-final clash with Andy Murray.

Thinking on the bright side

December 30, 2011 | 14:25

The Ministry of Planning and Investment forecasted around 12,000 firms will be dismantled in 2012 against 7,000 dissolved firms in 2011.

One eye on Euro 2012 as Germany host Holland

November 15, 2011 | 08:19

Germany host fellow European giants Holland in Hamburg Tuesday in a friendly which, nonetheless, could produce another classic encounter as both sides look to throw down a marker before Euro 2012.

Barca, Arsenal, AC Milan bid to ignite Euro flame

September 28, 2011 | 08:32

Champions Barcelona will be bidding to get their Champions League title defence back on track Wednesday as Arsenal and AC Milan also look to keep the dream alive in the second round of elite European matches.

French deny "uprising" reports at Rugby World Cup

September 27, 2011 | 16:00

Italy were looking to keep their World Cup hopes alive against the United States on Tuesday, while French players denied there had been an "uprising" in their camp against coach Marc Lievremont.

Turning challenges into opportunities

August 29, 2011 | 12:17

Vietnam has made significant progress in its development journey. However, the progress has resulted in new challenges such a macroeconomic instability, a dearth of infrastructure and a move towards a more knowledge-based economy.

Argentina, Brazil looking to turn up the heat at the Copa

July 05, 2011 | 08:48

The opening round of matches at the 43rd Copa America has unearthed an uncomfortable truth for hosts Argentina and perennial favourites Brazil.

A smart fight against IPR infringements

May 31, 2011 | 16:51

Nguyen Tran Tuyen, an attorney at law firm Vision & Associates, takes a closer look at current obstacles in fighting against intellectual property right (IPR) infringements in Vietnam.

Goalkeeper Cech warns title rivals of Chelsea charge

April 23, 2011 | 14:06

Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech has warned Manchester United and Arsenal that his side are ready to take advantage of any more stumbles from their Premier League title rivals.

Tottenham target more home misery for Mourinho

April 05, 2011 | 09:35

Real Madrid saw their flawless home record come to an end on the weekend and Tottenham Hotspur will hope they can become the latest side to win at the Santiago Bernabeu as they travel to Madrid on Tuesday for the first leg of their Champions League quarter final tie.

Tottenham target more home misery for Mourinho

April 04, 2011 | 14:40

Real Madrid saw their flawless home record come to an end on the weekend and Tottenham Hotspur will hope they can become the latest side to win at the Santiago Bernabeu as they travel to Madrid on Tuesday for the first leg of their Champions League quarter final tie.