Figo and cash for Beckham?

Real Madrid will end Barcelona's interest in David Beckham by offering Manchester United a deal that will include Luis Figo and a cash supplement to end the months of wrangling over the England captain's future.

Japan ready for Argentina

Japan coach Zico is relying on Parma midfielder Hidetoshi Nakata to centre their attacks when they challenge South American powerhouse Argentina Sunday in a tune-up match for the Confederations Cup.

Passing shots

Nine birdies take Sorenstam clear at Delaware

Annika Sorenstam underlined her status as the dominant force in the women#8217;s game by taking control of the second major of the season, the US$1.6mil LPGA Championship, with a seven-under-par 64 on Friday.

The never-ending action in Spain

At this time of year the sun never sets in St. Petersburg, and the football league never finishes in Spain.

The 'Beckham of Sweden' turns to taekwondo to revive his career

For a man once described as Sweden's answer to David Beckham, it is fair to say Magnus Hedman's career has stalled over the last few months.

Leaving synchronished swimming pay offs for 15-year-old Cai Lin

The switch to swimming has paid off for 15 year-old Khoo Cai Lin, who could soon be knocking on the doors of the national squad.

Beckham set to leave England

He may be unwanted at Old Trafford, but just about everywhere else on the planet, David Beckham has never been more in demand.

Annika on verge of major title with four-shot lead

Annika Sorenstam edged closer to a fifth major title with a one over par 72 for a four-shot lead when the rain-delayed third round of the LPGA Championship was completed yesterday.

Scotland and Germany share points as Austria fall to Moldova

Spain, the most consistent qualifiers in European football for a decade, crashed to a shock 1-0 home defeat to Greece in the last and most surprising of Saturday's 19 European Championship qualifying matches.