Football: Robinho nets Santos winner

Manchester City misfit Robinho made a winning second debut for Santos as he scored the decisive goal in a 2-1 victory against Brazilian rivals Sao Paulo on Sunday.

World governing body FIFA announce that France striker Thierry Henry will not be punished for his handball in last November’s World Cup qualification play-off against the Republic of Ireland.

The 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro will include rugby union sevens and golf as sports, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced.

Felipe Massa will not be returning to Formula One this season, his Ferrari team have officially announced. The 28-year-old Brazilian is still recovering from the horrific injuries he received in a crash at the Hungarian Grand Prix in July.

Zambia and Cameroon reach the African Nations Cup quarterfinals as a dramatic final day in Group D sees Gabon — who were top before kick-off — miss out.

Nigerian side Heartlands will take a slender lead into next Sunday’s second leg of African Champions League final after beating TP Mazembe of Congo 2-1 in their home leg.

Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao defeated defending champion Miguel Cotto on Saturday to claim the WBO welterweight title.

Brazilian legend Pele once called soccer the “beautiful game” and at its best it showcases the very pinnacle of human endeavor as nations and communities are united in the common goal of supporting their teams and heroes.

The International Olympic Committee was preparing Friday to elect a host city for the 2016 Summer Olympic Games, a prize so sought-after that presidents, sports legends and royalty have turned out to lobby for their country’s candidate city.

Local favorite Peng Shuai thrilled a vociferous home crowd as she progressed to the quarterfinals of the China Open in Beijing by beating in-form world number 15 Maria Sharapova in straight sets on Wednesday.

FIFA is warning soccer fans to beware of fraudulent online ticket sales for the 2010 World Cup as it works with international agencies to address the problem.