Sidney Crosby's golden goal in overtime settled one of the most gripping hockey games in history as Canada beat USA 3-2 to win the gold medal. In doing so, Canada set a new record with the most golds ever for a host nation at the Winter Olympics - 14.
Leading 2-1 heading into the final seconds of the third period, Canada were within touching distance of the gold, only for Zach Parise to level with 24 seconds left.
But Crosby had the final say, firing home the winning goal from Jarome Iginla's pass to provide the perfect ending for Canadian fans.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Soccer: Rooney left on bench for Carling Cup final
Aston Villa's hopes of lifting the Carling Cup received a timely boost an hour before kick off when Sir Alex Ferguson only named Wayne Rooney as a substitute.
The United boss preferred Dimitar Berbatov and Michael Owen up front - no doubt to the relief of Martin O'Neill, Richard Dunne and company.
The United boss preferred Dimitar Berbatov and Michael Owen up front - no doubt to the relief of Martin O'Neill, Richard Dunne and company.
Soccer: Saha earns surprise Les Bleus recall
After all the injury problems that have affected Louis Saha over the past five years, it is hard for anyone to begrudge him his recall to the French national team for Wednesday's friendly with Spain.
When he is 100%, Saha remains a top class goalscorer with the pace and power to trouble the best defences - as he did against Chelsea this month. Sadly, injuries have popped up far too frequently for his liking, hurting his chances of making his mark.
This week, though, he has a chance to enter the running for a World Cup berth. He is a latecomer to the race to get to South Africa this summer but, if he can reproduce his Everton form on Wednesday, he might just sneak into the squad.
It is for an opportunity like this that Saha went through the countless rehab programs to overcome injury and this opening is a deserved reward for his determination to continue performing at the highest level.
When he is 100%, Saha remains a top class goalscorer with the pace and power to trouble the best defences - as he did against Chelsea this month. Sadly, injuries have popped up far too frequently for his liking, hurting his chances of making his mark.
This week, though, he has a chance to enter the running for a World Cup berth. He is a latecomer to the race to get to South Africa this summer but, if he can reproduce his Everton form on Wednesday, he might just sneak into the squad.
It is for an opportunity like this that Saha went through the countless rehab programs to overcome injury and this opening is a deserved reward for his determination to continue performing at the highest level.
Soccer: Capello forced to test supporting cast against Egypt
England's friendly against Egypt on Wednesday was supposed to give Fabio Capello the chance to put his favoured XI through their paces ahead of the summer and iron out any kinks. Instead, he finds himself testing out some of his reserves.
It is in defence that Capello is particularly short-staffed, with Ashley Cole and new captain Rio Ferdinand injured. In addition, Wayne Bridge has put himself out of the reckoning in the wake of the Terry scandal.
So while Wayne Rooney, Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard should all be fit - and the latter will wear the armband against the talented Egyptians - there are question marks elsewhere. Leighton Baines and Stephen Warnock seem the likeliest players to cash in at left back while Wes Brown or Matthew Upson will fill in at centre back alongside Terry.
Then there is Aaron Lennon, who continues to be bothered by injury. He may well not be fit enough to take his place on the right flank and Theo Walcott is equally injury-dogged at present, leaving the door open for David Beckham or James Milner to start on Wednesday.
Having won three straight African Cup of Nations titles, Egypt will provide a stern challenge so, though it was hardly the original plan, Capello will at least learn more about his supporting cast this week.
It is in defence that Capello is particularly short-staffed, with Ashley Cole and new captain Rio Ferdinand injured. In addition, Wayne Bridge has put himself out of the reckoning in the wake of the Terry scandal.
So while Wayne Rooney, Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard should all be fit - and the latter will wear the armband against the talented Egyptians - there are question marks elsewhere. Leighton Baines and Stephen Warnock seem the likeliest players to cash in at left back while Wes Brown or Matthew Upson will fill in at centre back alongside Terry.
Then there is Aaron Lennon, who continues to be bothered by injury. He may well not be fit enough to take his place on the right flank and Theo Walcott is equally injury-dogged at present, leaving the door open for David Beckham or James Milner to start on Wednesday.
Having won three straight African Cup of Nations titles, Egypt will provide a stern challenge so, though it was hardly the original plan, Capello will at least learn more about his supporting cast this week.
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Cricket: Run fest in India-South Africa series
Fans of high-scoring ODIs were treated to some pulsating action in the recent series between India and South Africa.
The Indians won the series 2-1, sealing it by winning the first two games. In the second match, India won handsomely on the back of Sachin Tendulkar's record-breaking double hundred. His 200 not out came off a mere 147 deliveries.
But South Africa hit back for a consolation win thanks to centuries from Jacques Kallis and AB de Villiers, with the latter needing just 59 balls for his unbeaten 102.
For once, supporters will have been saddened that it was not a seven-game series.
The Indians won the series 2-1, sealing it by winning the first two games. In the second match, India won handsomely on the back of Sachin Tendulkar's record-breaking double hundred. His 200 not out came off a mere 147 deliveries.
But South Africa hit back for a consolation win thanks to centuries from Jacques Kallis and AB de Villiers, with the latter needing just 59 balls for his unbeaten 102.
For once, supporters will have been saddened that it was not a seven-game series.
Soccer: Carling Cup final
Manchester United are rightly heavy favorites to lift the Carling Cup on Sunday, even if they are missing the likes of Ryan Giggs and Rio Ferdinand.
With Wayne Rooney in sparkling form, United are eyeing up a Treble and the Carling Cup presents the chance to bag the first piece of silverware of the season.
But Aston Villa cannot be underestimated. They have taken four points from United during the current campaign and possess the attacking outlets to test the Red Devils defence.
That being said, United should have too much on the day. Look for Rooney to get on the scoresheet and Sir Alex Ferguson's side to win 2-0.
With Wayne Rooney in sparkling form, United are eyeing up a Treble and the Carling Cup presents the chance to bag the first piece of silverware of the season.
But Aston Villa cannot be underestimated. They have taken four points from United during the current campaign and possess the attacking outlets to test the Red Devils defence.
That being said, United should have too much on the day. Look for Rooney to get on the scoresheet and Sir Alex Ferguson's side to win 2-0.
NBA: Celtics wobbling
The Boston Celtics have major issues to address in the final six weeks of the regular season - and their struggles were highlighted on Saturday with an embarrassing 104-96 loss at home to the New Jersey Nets.
After fading badly in the second half in a loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday, Boston faltered again when facing the team with the worst record in the NBA.
For the Nets, it was a huge morale boost. Brook Lopez led the way with 25 points while Devin Harris added 23 and Courtney Lee had 21.
But for the Celtics it should have been a wake up call. Unless they step up a few gears, they will be blown away by the Cavs, Magic and Hawks in the playoffs.
After fading badly in the second half in a loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday, Boston faltered again when facing the team with the worst record in the NBA.
For the Nets, it was a huge morale boost. Brook Lopez led the way with 25 points while Devin Harris added 23 and Courtney Lee had 21.
But for the Celtics it should have been a wake up call. Unless they step up a few gears, they will be blown away by the Cavs, Magic and Hawks in the playoffs.
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