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Injury report: Who will, wont be playing

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Leaping LeBron, riled-up refs, jumbled jockeys and more in this week’s edition.

Jazz desperate to hold court vs. Lakers

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Utah hosts Game 6 of the Western Conference semifinals Friday night against the Los Angeles Lakers, who lead 3-2 and can wrap it up by becoming the first road team to win in the series.

Walters: Lakers best off sitting Kobe for Game 6

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Kobe Bryant may have back problems, but the Los Angeles Lakers have a spine.

Autopsy: Filly had no bone abnormalities

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Eight Belles had no pre-existing bone abnormalities that caused the filly to break down after finishing second in the Kentucky Derby.

Barkleys gambling with his reputation

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Celizic: Forgetting to pay gambling tab makes ex-NBA star look foolish, penniless.

Curran: Rondo can be Celtics savior if allowed to be

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Curran: It’s time for Celtics coach Doc Rivers to hand the keys to point guard Rajon Rondo and say, "I’m going to bed. Be home at a decent hour. And I’ll be checking for dents in the morning."

Brunker: No-brainer — Big Brown will win Preakness

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Brunker: Sometimes you just have to go with the obvious. Facing only one Kentucky Derby rival and 11 other horses whose trainers and owners are just taking a shot, Big Brown will cruise to victory in Saturday’s 133rd running of the Preakness Stakes, setting up a bid for a long-awaited Triple Crown three weeks hence.

Paterno out of hospital after dehydration scare

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Penn State coach Joe Paterno spent several hours at a hospital being treated for dehydration before returning home late Thursday.

Cavs lose Gibson with separated shoulder

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Cavaliers guard Daniel Gibson will miss Game 6 of Cleveland’s playoff against the Boston Celtics after separating his left shoulder during the second half Wednesday night.

Barkley says hell pay $400,000 gambling debt

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Charles Barkley acknowledged he owes a $400,000 gambling debt to a Las Vegas Strip casino and promised Thursday to repay it after a prosecutor said the retired NBA star faced criminal charges.

No stopping Sorenstam — Swede leads Sybase

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

The Annika Sorenstam goodbye tour got off to a great start. Two days after announcing this would be her final season on the LPGA Tour, Sorenstam shot a 5-under 67 on Thursday for a share of the first-round lead in the Sybase Classic. Two-time defending champion Lorena Ochoa was a stroke back.

Video: Fight Weekly: The economics of mixed martial arts

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

May 15: In this expansive show, we preview Pulver vs. Faber, break down the financial troubles of Elite XC and the IFL, and more! (NBC Sports)

Video: Video: Tonya talks about her new book on TODAY

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

May 15: Tonya Harding, notorious for her attack on fellow Olympic skater Nancy Kerrigan in 1994, talks about her new book “The Tonya Tapes,” in which she tells her side of the story. (Today Show)

Flyers refuse to go down to Pens without a fight

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

The Pittsburgh Penguins’ road to the Stanley Cup finals along the Pennsylvania Turnpike took an unexpected detour. The smooth ride through 12 playoff games got a bit bumpier when the Philadelphia Flyers staved off elimination from the Eastern Conference finals with a 4-2 victory Thursday night, forcing a Game 5 in Pittsburgh on Sunday.

Spurs steamroll Hornets, force Game 7

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Manu Ginobili scored 25 points, Tim Duncan added 20 points and 15 rebounds, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the New Orleans Hornets 99-80 on Thursday night to force a seventh game in the Western Conference semifinals.

Send in a question for the baseball expert

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

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Team-by-team transactions

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Daily transactions

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DETROIT TIGERS_Extended their affiliation agreement with Toledo of the IL for two years, through the 2008 season.

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At Bat blog: Chicago fans take turn for worse

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

At Bat blog: Plus, Benitez is back, Giambi's struggles and can Big Unit reach 300 wins?

Owners get tougher on drugs; maple bats next?

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

MILWAUKEE (AP) -Baseball owners unanimously ratified tougher drug testing rules Thursday, and commissioner Bud Selig said he will now turn his attention to whether maple bats have become dangerous.

Latest baseball videos

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Rotoworld: Latest player news, rumors, stats, more

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Big Payoff: 2008 key for free-agents-to-be

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Big Payoff: Free-agents-to-be face big season

Dempsters 12 Ks carry Cubs past Padres

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Pitcher helps own cause with RBI against Maddux in 4-0 victory

AL Central should get edge in interleague play

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Expert: There are big discrepencies, which could play big roles in playoff races.

Webb makes it nine wins in first nine starts

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Backed by Stephen Drew’s career-high four hits, Brandon Webb became the major leagues’ first nine-game winner and the Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Colorado Rockies 8-5 on Thursday night.

Rays drop Yanks into AL East cellar

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Kazmir pitches 6 scoreless inning as Tampa Bay (24-17) stays atop division

Khoza appeals to public

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Irvin Khoza and the LOC were celebrating the fourth anniversary of winning the bid to host the World Cup
By Billy Cooper, Sapa The 2010 World Cup finals are not for the government, Fifa or the Local Organising Committee. They are for 45 million stakeholders — all South Africans who will help create the greatest and most successful sporting event in history. That was the. . . .

Ajax boss fumes

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

By Billy Cooper, Sapa Ajax Cape Town chairman John Comitis is livid after his side drew 1-1 against neighbours in a Premiership derby at the Athlone Stadium last night. The result badly dents the Urban Warriors title hopes as they travel to the King Zwelithini Stadium in Umlazi. . . .

Ferguson fires back at Grant

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Alex Ferguson thinks his side were also hard done by refereeing decisions
By Neil Johnston, AFP MANCHESTER — Sir Alex Ferguson has brushed off Avram Grant's claims that biased refereeing helped Manchester United clinch the Premier League title at Chelsea's expense. Grant faces possibly disciplinary action from the Football. . . .

10 man Downs beat 10 man Stars

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Sapa Mamelodi Sundowns and Platinum Stars each had a player sent off in their penultimate Premiership match at the Olympia Park Stadium in Rustenburg yesterday. Sundowns won the match courtesy of an Elias Ngwepe strike in the 46th minute. ?The boys lost concentration and. . . .

Park aiming for Korean double

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Park Ji-Sung says that the Champions League final will be the biggest match of his career
By Neil Johnston, AFP MANCHESTER — Park Ji-Sung has vowed to make it a South Korean double celebration by helping Manchester United be crowned champions of Europe in Moscow next week. Park was thrilled as international team-mate Kim Dong-Jin contributed towards Zenit St. . . .

Thanda have power to stay up

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Pule Sekhukhune Thanda Royal Zulu, who meet Jomo Cosmos on Sunday when the Premier League curtain comes down, know they need to win to avoid the relegation. Jomo Cosmos have already been relegated. Thanda, third from the bottom ahead of Cosmos and Black Leopards, are two points. . . .

Sabathia whiffs 11 as Indians top Athletics 2-0

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

C.C. Sabathia pitched a five-hitter and struck out 11 in the Cleveland Indians' major league-leading seventh shutout, a 2-0 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday night.

Harvard, Brown top impressive field

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

With four of the nation's top-ranked collegiate crews in action on the Charles River, yesterday's races provided an opportunity to flex some muscle. And when the water had settled, it was Harvard and Brown that struck the most impressive poses.

Indians sweep As, scoreless streak ends

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

An unearned run against Aaron Laffey ended the scoreless streak by Cleveland Indians' starters at 44 1-3 innings but didn't interrupt their string of dominant outings.

Their weekend gig: racing gigs

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

PLYMOUTH - A cold, gray Plymouth Harbor awaited the rowers. With no wind at low tide, the water was dead calm. Michael Jenness Jr. wished it were anything but.

Angler Monroe a reel trail-blazer

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

When Ish Monroe of Clear Lake, Calif., became the first African-American professional angler to win a $100,000 Elite Bassmasters Tournament in March 2006, he shook the foundation of what is still perceived as a Southern, country-music-loving, good-ol'-boy network.

Whitewater rafting on Deefield River is a rush, even in April

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

CHARLEMONT, Mass. - There is still snow on the ground in the Berkshires in April, making the decision to climb into a raft with my wife and two children and paddle down a raging river seem a bit dubious.

McEnroe is up to old tricks

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

The tennis was not beside the point. John McEnroe defeated Aaron Krickstein, 5-7, 6-3, 10-5 (tiebreaker), yesterday at Agganis Arena to win the Champions Cup Boston, and the 49-year-old McEnroe had to get past Jim Courier and Pete Sampras to reach the title match.

De La Hoyas goal is to land rematch

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

CARSON, Calif. - The crowd had gone home mostly satisfied, and Oscar De La Hoya had a few minutes to shower and change from boxing trunks into something a bit less revealing. His job not yet finished for the night, he stood in the same ring where he beat Steve Forbes and wasted no time promoting his next act.

Tuneup no sweat for De La Hoya

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

CARSON, Calif. - Oscar De La Hoya showed he could still beat a contender. Next up is cashing in again like a champion.

Triumph, tragedy at Derby

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

LOUISVILLE, Ky. - For now, there can be no more doubters. Bad post? Not a problem - in fact, it might have helped.

As China gets heat, foreigners feel the chill

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

BEIJING - At an airport in northeast China, a young security guard recently spotted a foreign airline passenger with shaving cream in his carry-on bag. "No," he said sternly, wagging his finger like a cross schoolteacher. "No, no, no."

Brown colors the Triple Crown picture

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

LOUISVILLE, Ky. - The show will move to Maryland in two weeks and it will be different. No longer is there any uncertainty about who is the best 3-year-old horse.

Keeping score around New England

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Pros Wecal on fire Tom Wecal of Woonsocket, R.I., went out in a torrid 33 before settling for a 71 and a two-stroke victory in a New England Senior Tour tournament at Townsend Ridge CC last Thursday. Chuck Frithsen of North Reading finished second, while Rick Holcomb of Johnston, R.I., was third. The tour will host a tournament today at ...

Pro tours at a glance

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

PGA Event: AT&T Classic Site: TPC Sugarloaf (7,311 yards, par 72), Duluth, Ga. Schedule: Today-Sunday. Purse: $5.5 million. Winner's share: $990,000. FedExCup points: 25,000. Winner's share: 4,500. Television: Golf Channel (today-tomorrow, 3-6 p.m.) and Channel 4 (Saturday-Sunday, 3-6 p.m.). Last year: Zach Johnson beat Ryuji Imada with a birdie on the first hole of a playoff. The 2007 Masters champion ...

Bowyer emerges with win

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

RICHMOND - Richard Childress always tells his drivers that luck occurs when preparation meets opportunity.

This weekend on TV, radio

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SATURDAY AUTO RACING Noon - Busch Series: Arizona.Travel 200 pole qualifying, Speed 3 p.m. - Nextel Cup: Checker Auto Parts 500 final practice, ESPN2

Carson: Im not worth £10m

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Scott Carson believes that his £10 million pricetag that Liverpool are asking to let the talented keeper leave is far too steep. Aston Villa are reportedly keen to make his loan spell at Villa Park permanent.

FA foot Wembley bill

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

The FA are footing a £36.1 million bill for Wembley Stadium after a statement read that the project has cost £14.7 million in interest whilst also accruing an operating loss of £21.4 million.

Hill-Wood admits Kroenke talks

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Arsenal chairman Peter Hill-Wood has admitted that he has held positive talks with 12 percent Gunners shareholder, American Stan Kroenke. Arsenal are desperate to stave off the interest of Red and White Holdings - headed by Alisher Usmanov - who could mount a takeover of the club.

Ballack loves his new role

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Chelsea and Germany international midfielder Michael Ballack is loving life in his new role among world-class superstars at the club this season, and hopes to add the UEFA Champions League to his array of medals.

Rios new United deal delight

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Rio Ferdinand has admitted he was delighted to finally agree a deal with his club Manchester United, and revealed that he was 'desperate' to make certain that his future was at the club.

Keane expects Spurs signings

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Tottenham forward Robbie Keane believes that Spurs' boss Juande Ramos will be ready to move into the transfer market again this summer after the brilliant signing of Croatian Luka Modric from Dinamo Zagreb.

Pirlo wants Milan for good

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

AC Milan midfielder Andrea Pirlo has declared that he wants to spend the rest of his playing career at his currrent and insists that he is not at all contemplating a move away from the red and black half of the San Siro.

Panucci terms Inter favourites

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

AS Roma defender defender Cristian Panucci has downplayed his side's chances of winning the scudetto this season and says that Inter Milan are the favourites to clinch the league title in Italy this time.

Sneijder: We can conquer Europe

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Real Madrid midfielder Wesley Sneijder has stated that they can win the UEFA Champions League next season. In an interview to the Madrid based Spanish sports daily Marca, the Dutch international has enthused that the side is improving and next season they shall certainly challenge for the European crown.

Strachan pays tribute to Burns

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Gordon Strachan has paid tribute to Celtic legend Tommy Burns, who sadly passed away. Strachan held back the tears as he spoke glowingly of his relationship with the 51 year old who lost his battle with cancer early this morning.

Russian minister calls for respect

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

The Russian government has demanded the English travelling supporters of Man Utd and Chelsea 'show some respect' whilst they are visiting Moscow for the Champions League final on the 21st of May.

WTA Rome (3)

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Third round: 7-Venus Williams (U.S.) beat 10-Vera Zvonareva (Russia) 7-5 6-2; Alize Cornet (France) beat 3-Svetlana Kuznetsova (Russia) 6-2 6-4; 6-Anna Chakvetadze (Russia) beat 12-Agnieszka Radwanska (Poland) 6-4 1-6 6-1

Serie A finale marred by fan bans

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

The cities of Parma and Catania announce that no visiting fans will be allowed to attend this Sunday's crucial Serie A games after police in Rome informed their colleagues that they had information of Roma fans travelling to the city.

Adriano recalled by Brazil

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Adriano is recalled by Brazil for next month's World Cup qualifiers, only the second time he has been picked by his country since the 2006 World Cup.

San Antonio 99-80 Hornets (series tied 3-3)

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

The San Antonio Spurs crush the New Orleans Hornets 99-80 to force a deciding Game Seven in their Western Conference semi-final.

Philadelphia 4-2 Pittsburgh (series 1-3)

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

The Philadelphia Flyers score three first-period goals in a 4-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins, the win keeping the home team alive in their Eastern Conference finals.

Five share lead at Sugarloaf

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Five players are tied on six under par after a rain-affected, first round at the Atlanta Classic. Americans Jonathan Kaye, Ryan Palmer, Jonathan Byrd, Kenny Perry and Parker McLachlin all fire rounds of 66 at the TPC Sugarloaf.

Jonathan Howson steers Leeds to Wembley

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Carlisle United (0) 0 Leeds United (1) 2Agg: 2-3Two goals from Jonathan Howson sent Leeds United to Wembley for the League One play-off final where they will meet either Doncaster Rovers or Southend.

Maria Sharapova: Id quit like Justine Henin

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

World No 2 does not "blame" the Belgian for her sharp exit, writes Mark Hodgkinson.

Inter Milan caught up in Mafia row

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

With only days to go until a nail-biting end to this year's Serie A, Inter Milan was embroiled in a Mafia and drugs scandal.

Sol Campbell lives on the edge at Portsmouth

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Portsmouth's captain aims to do his talking on the Wembley pitch, writes Oliver Brown.

Simon Jones inching back to his best

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Gloucestershire 444 v WorcestershireEngland bowler celebrated his first home championship game for Worcestershire with three wickets in 29 balls in the 45 minutes that were possible between morning rain and evening murk.

Charlie Shreck takes five for Nottinghamshire

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Nottinghamshire (202 & 33-1) need 112 to beat Lancashire (113 & 233)The ECB pitch inspector refused to attack the strip on which Charlie Shreck bowled Nottinghamshire into the position from which they should win. Peter Baxter reports from Trent Bridge.

Somerset deal Sussex body blows

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Sussex (19-1) trail Somerset (557-8 dec) by 538 runsVisitors felt the strain and the pain at Taunton, their decision to insert Somerset costing them in terms of runs with some damage to body parts thrown in for good measure.

Northamptonshire fight back at Leicester

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Northamptonshire (276-3) trail Leicestershire (527) by 251 runsThe prospect of following on receded for Northamptonshire as unbeaten half-centuries from Rob White and David Sales laid new foundations after the loss of two early wickets.

Stuart Broad stands up to Brendan McCullum

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

For Stuart Broad against Brendon McCullum, read fresh-faced member of boy band versus tousle-haired rocker, says Simon Hughes.

Hat-trick gives Delhi Daredevils IPL win

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Amit Mishra saved his best till last with a stunning final-over hat-trick to lead Delhi Daredevils to a 12-run victory over Deccan Chargers.

Slump hits Hampshire against Surrey

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Hampshire (204-7) trail Surrey (278) by 74 runsHaving launched a robust response to Surrey's first innings, Hampshire squandered a position of strength with the loss of five quick wickets, , writes Kate Laven at the Rose Bowl.

Adil Rashid props up Yorkshire

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Durham (406 & 16-0) lead Yorkshire (194) by 228 runsTwo England Lions enhanced their reputations as Adil Rashid averted a disaster for Yorkshire following Graham Onions' first five-wicket haul since the equivalent fixture a year ago.

David Hemp hundred hurts Derbyshire

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Glamorgan (301-3) lead Derbyshire (289) by 12 runsThe first century for two years from David Hemp helped Glamorgan make up for lost time on a stop-start day in Cardiff.

Players prefer Champions League to England

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Gordon Taylor, the chief executive of the PFA, says the Champions League has replaced England as his members' "No 1 priority"'. Henry Winter reports.

Darren Clarke complains of rough justice

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

In the immediate aftermath of a 72, Darren Clarke criticised officialdom for the way in which the Adare Manor course was set up for the first round of the Irish Open, writes Lewine Mair.

Tartan Bearer books his place in Derby

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Tartan Bearer, the gritty winner of the totesport.com Dante Stakes, caught Sir Michael Stoute on the back foot, writes HOTSPUR (J A McGrath).

Cristiano Ronaldo hints at Real Madrid move

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Manchester United midfielder has said he would consider his Old Trafford future after the Champions League final in Moscow.

Craig Bellamy gets recall as Wales rebuild

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Craig Bellamy, the Wales captain, is set to return after seven months on the sidelines after manager John Toshack named him in his 35-strong squad for two end-of-season friendly matches.

Tommy Burns leaves us glorious memories

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Tommy Burns was a man who had that unsurpassable gift for friendship that is not the by-product of the glib compliment and the easy handshake. Roddy Forsyth pays tribute.

Dick Advocaats win an irony for Walter Smith

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Watching Dick Advocaat and Walter Smith in conversation in the City of Manchester Stadium the day before the Uefa Cup final, one could not help but be struck by abounding ironies.

Rangers may escape Uefa Cup fan sanctions

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Rangers are unlikely to be penalised for the misbehaviour of their fans in Manchester after the Uefa Cup final defeat by Zenit St Petersburg, writes Ewing Grahame.

Uefa Cup riots knock 2018 World Cup hopes

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

FA act quickly but Rangers unlikely to face sanctions after day of violence, writes Ewing Grahame.

Alex Ferguson warms to Grants mind games

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Manchester United's manager expects a carnival atmosphere at the final, despite Munich anniversary burden, writes Tim Rich.

Tom Hicks ground hitch worries Liverpool

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Renewed doubt has emerged over the ability of Liverpool co-owner Tom Hicks to fund the club's proposed new Stanley Park stadium.

Caleb Folan: Hull can cope Premier League

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Hull striker Caleb Folan is confident that his club will not be overawed if they secure top-flight football for the first time in their 104-year history.

Chelsea victory parade forced off the road

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 +0200

Chelsea were accused of denying their fans a victory parade should the club win the Champions League after becoming embroiled in a row with the local Council, writes Jeremy Wilson.