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UEFA bans Xabi Alonso, Diego Simeone for misconduct
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has imposed one match ban each on Real Madrid midfielder, Xabi Alonso and Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone. The duo were involved in an ugly spat towards the end of last season`s Champions League final.
This is the end of an era: Xabi Alonso
Spain midfielder Xabi Alonso has admitted that his side has lost its way after being eliminated by Chile from the group stage of the FIFA World Cup, adding that it is the end of an era.
Our generation not finished yet, says Xabi Alonso
Spain midfielder Xabi Alonso said the current generation of Spanish players should not be considered as "finished" after their 1-5 loss to the Netherlands in their World Cup Group B opener.
2014 FIFA World Cup: Classy Netherlands inflict wounds on holders Spain
Robin van Persie and Arjen Robben scored twice each as the Netherlands avenged their 2010 World Cup final defeat to Spain with a record 5-1 drubbing of the defending champions on Friday.
Spain must not get frustrated by defensive teams, says Xabi Alonso
Spain must not get frustrated if they find themselves up against defensive opponents and patience will be the key to success, midfielder Xabi Alonso said as the holders prepare for their opening World Cup Group B game later on Friday.
World Cup: Spain`s dominance faces ultimate test in Brazil
Spain`s desire for glory on the international stage is as strong as ever but the champions will need something special if they are to become the first Europeans to win the World Cup in the Americas.
Battles take shine off the beautiful game
Football may be the beautiful game but the dark side of the sport has reared its head all too often at the World Cup.
Alonso blames Real attitude for title collapse
Spain midfielder Xabi Alonso has attacked Real Madrid`s attitude after his team appeared to blow their La Liga title hopes, putting leaders Atletico Madrid in pole position with two games to go.
Gareth Bale stunner delivers Cup joy for Real Madrid
Gareth Bale scored a stunning individual goal five minutes from time to win the Copa del Rey for Real Madrid as they overcame Barcelona 2-1 at the Mestalla in Valencia on Wednesday.
Alonso expecting surprises in La Liga title race
Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso believes his side still have every chance of claiming the La Liga title this year despite falling into third place with just seven games remaining.
Alonso always committed to staying at Real
Xabi Alonso was never tempted to leave Real Madrid and his main consideration before signing a new contract was whether he could play at his best after an injury-plagued start to the season, he said on Friday.
Real's Alonso agrees contract extension
Spain midfielder Xabi Alonso has agreed a two-year contract extension with Real Madrid which will keep the 32-year-old at the club until 2016.
End of Real Madrid contract may see Xabi Alonso back to Premier League
Real Madrid and Spain midfielder Xabi Alonso could reportedly be on his way back into the Premier League as he is out of contract this summer.
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Australia
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India
112
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Sri Lanka
111
4
South Africa
111
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England
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Pakistan
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New Zealand
98
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West Indies
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South Africa
124
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Australia
123
3
Pakistan
103
4
India
102
5
England
100
6
Sri Lanka
95
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New Zealand
93
8
West Indies
74
9
Zimbabwe
39
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Points
1
India
131
2
Sri Lanka
131
3
Pakistan
123
4
South Africa
121
5
Australia
112
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New Zealand
110
7
West Indies
110
8
England
96
9
Ireland
87
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Bangladesh
72
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Name & Nationality
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Novak Djokovic (SRB)
12, 860
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Rafael Nadal (ESP)
11, 670
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Roger Federer (SUI)
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Tomas Berdyc (CZE)
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David Ferrer (ESP)
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Milos Raonic (CAN)
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3, 620
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Andy Murray (GBR)
3, 150
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Serena Williams (USA)
9, 150
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6, 785
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Petra Kvitova (CZE)
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Angelique Kerber (GER)
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Eugenie Bouchard (CAN)
4, 450
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Jelena Jankovic (SRB)
3, 900
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Victoria Azarenka (BEL)
3, 683
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Nico Rosberg -German
202
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Lewis Hamilton -British
191
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Daniel Ricciardo-Australian
131
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Fernando Alonso-Spanish
115
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Valtteri Bottas -Finnish
95
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69
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60
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37
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17
8
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8
9
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2
10
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11.27
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Adam Scott (AUS)
9.28
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Henrik Stenson (SWE)
8.21
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Sergio Garcia (ESP)
7.75
5
Justin Rose (ENG)
7.45
6
Jim Furyk (USA)
6.87
7
Matt Kuchar (USA)
6.66
8
Bubba Watson (USA)
6.60
9
Phil Mickelson (USA)
6.28
10
Jason Day (AUS)
6.28
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Germany
1724
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Argentina
1606
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Netherlands
1496
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Colombia
1492
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Belgium
1401
6
Uruguay
1330
7
Brazil
1241
8
Spain
1229
9
Switzerland
1216
10
France
1202
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