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Best Goal Ever? Soccer's Zlatan Ibrahimovic May Have Scored It

Sweden's striker and team captain Zlatan Ibrahimovic during Wednesday's "friendly" against England in Stockholm.

November 15, 2012 His GOALLL! for Sweden Wednesday night is getting rave reviews. Watch the video of the long-distance bicycle kick that cemented Sweden's 4-2 victory over England. Then tell us: Is it the best ever?

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Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Sweetness And Light

Dear Sports Czars: Take Your Ball And Go Home

NBA Commissioner David Stern speaks during a basketball news conference on Oct. 25. Stern announced he will retire on Feb. 1, 2014.

November 14, 2012 Many sports bosses are tarnishing their achievements by overstaying their welcome, says commentator Frank Deford.

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Lee MacPhail, Half Of Only Father-Son Duo In Baseball Hall Of Fame, Dies

Lee MacPhail in 1985.

November 9, 2012 As an executive with the New York Yankees and Baltimore Orioles, MacPhail helped build World Series champions. He also served as president of the American League. At 95, he had been the oldest living member of the Hall. That distinction now goes to former Boston Red Sox second baseman Bobby Doerr.

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No Federal Charges Against Syracuse Coach

November 9, 2012 Local prosecutors had earlier said they couldn't pursue charges related to alleged sexual abuse because the statute of limitations had passed. Federal authorities aren't saying why they have also declined to prosecute Bernie Fine. He has always said he's innocent.

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Wednesday, November 07, 2012

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Darrell Royal, Texas Football Coaching Legend, Dies

University of Texas football coach Darrell Royal during a game against Oklahoma in 1962.

November 7, 2012 His University of Texas teams won three national championships in the '60s. The coach was also famous for creating the Wishbone offense and for his "Royalisms." A fast running back, he would say, was "quicker than a hiccup."

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