New Black Cats deal for Richardson

Sunderland's Kieran Richardson has signed a new three-year contract which commits him to the Barclays Premier League club until the summer of 2013.

Red Bull team-mates go head-to-head

Mark Webber denied Red Bull team-mate Sebastian Vettel the perfect platform to launch his bid for four successive pole positions.

Murray sees off Falla

Top seed Andy Murray battled against his serve as well as Alejandro Falla, but claimed a 7-6 6-1 win to reach the semi-finals of the Farmers Classic in Los Angeles.

Hernandez nets against United

Javier Hernandez scored against his new team as Manchester United were beaten 3-2 by Chivas Guadalajara on the final game of their North American tour.

Redknapp fury at friendly schedule

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has launched a furious attack on the scheduling of England's friendly against Hungary.

Ryan's infield hit gives Cardinals' 1-0, 10-inning victory over Pirates

Brendan Ryan's broken-bat infield hit in the 10th inning drove in the game's lone run and the St.

Men run onto field carrying Mexican flags in protest of Arizona immigration law

Two men carrying Mexican flags in protest of Arizona's immigration law ran into the outfield during the seventh inning of the New York Mets' game against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday night at Citi Field.

Rams Sign Sam Bradford For $78 Million

No. 1 overall draft pick Sam Bradford agreed to a six-year, $78 million contract with the St.

Diamondbacks trade another All-Star, send RHP Edwin Jackson to White Sox for 2 young pitchers

This March 28, 2010, file photo shows Chicago White Sox starter Daniel Hudson pitching in the first inning in a spring training baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, in Glendale, Ariz.

Cowboys' Bryant out 4-6 weeks with ankle sprain

Cowboys rookie receiver Dez Bryant could miss the rest of training camp after the first-round draft pick suffered a high right ankle sprain near the end of practice Friday.

Belittled pageant winner's message to Nats pitcher Batista: 'Do not talk smack to an Iowan'

Turns out Miss Iowa really can pitch. Pageant winner Katherine Connors threw out the ceremonial first toss before Friday night's game between the Phillies and the Nationals.

Guzman approves Rangers trade

"It's not an official trade until the paperwork goes through. In 24 hours, it'll be official," Washington general manager Mike Rizzo said Friday, before the Nationals hosted the Philadelphia Phillies.

Receivers David Tyree and Ike Hilliard retire as Giants after signing 1-day contracts

This Feb. 3, 2008, file photo shows New York Giants receiver David Tyree catching a 32-yard pass in the clutches of New England Patriots safety Rodney Harrison during the fourth quarter of Super Bowl XLII in Glendale, Ariz.

Haynesworth still can't practice

Early Friday morning, the cones were lined up 25 yards apart on the field for Albert Haynesworth's conditioning test.

NJ man gets jail for vomit-assault

A 21-year-old New Jersey man was sentenced to jail Friday for vomiting on another spectator and his 11-year-old daughter in the stands at a Philadelphia Phillies game.

Finn rattles Pakistan on return

Steven Finn made a stunning return to the international stage to help England rip through Pakistan's top order on a day laden with wickets for the pace bowlers at Trent Bridge.

Robins pull off James coup

Bristol City have signed England goalkeeper David James on a one-year contract. The 39-year-old, who made three appearances at the recent World Cup, passed a medical with the npower Championship side on Friday morning.

Garrido makes Lazio switch

Javier Garrido's three-year stay at Manchester City has come to an end after the club announced he has joined Serie A giants Lazio.

Foxworth Tears ACL, Out For Season

Baltimore Ravens cornerback Domonique Foxworth will miss the season with a knee injury.

Balotelli Deal Reaches Impasse

Barclays Prem Winner 10/11 Win Outright: Man City 5/1 Click here to follow us on Twitter! Click here for our special Transfer Centre! Click here for more football headlines! Mario Balotelli's agent says the teenage striker is "anxious" to complete his protracted move to Manchester City.