KP enjoys fine baptism Kevin Pietersen's first day as England Test captain proved a resounding success as South Africa were decimated at the Brit Oval.Having replaced Michael Vaughan as leader earlier in the week, 28-year-old Pietersen lost the toss but saw his team dismiss the tourists for just 194. (07/08/2008) 
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Villa swoop for Shorey Aston Villa have confirmed the signing of left-back Nicky Shorey from Reading on a three-year deal with Middlesbrough defender Luke Young expected to join him imminently.Shorey, 27, is Villa's fourth summer signing and joins former Royals team-mate Steve Sidwell and goalkeepers Brad Friedel and Brad Guzan. (07/08/2008)
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Fulham seal Johnson deal Andrew Johnson has completed his transfer from Everton to Fulham for an undisclosed fee.Johnson had been linked with a move to Craven Cottage for much of the summer, but the deal appeared to hit problems earlier this week, only for the clubs to come to an agreement on a fee, with 27-year-old Johnson signing a four-year contract. (07/08/2008)
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Ronaldo hails Fergie's human touch Cristiano Ronaldo has claimed he would love to have Sir Alex Ferguson at his side throughout his career.While the dream is unlikely to become reality given the twin effect of Ferguson's age and Ronaldo's continued desire to play for Real Madrid, it is clear the 66-year-old Manchester United boss was the key factor in the Portugal superstar remaining at Old Trafford for at least another season. (07/08/2008)
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Clattenburg backed to resume career Mark Clattenburg, one of the Barclays Premier League's most promising young referees, has been backed to make a swift return to officiating duties after being suspended pending a probe into his business affairs.The 33-year-old was pulled out of this weekend's FA Community Shield clash between Manchester United and Portsmouth following allegations he owes £60,000 as a result of a failed venture. Peter Walton will officiate at Wembley instead. (07/08/2008)
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Depor accept Newcastle's Coloccini bid Deportivo La Coruna have accepted a bid from Newcastle for Argentina defender Fabricio Coloccini.A statement on Depor's official website, www.canaldeportivo.com, confirmed the two clubs reached a verbal agreement last week and that has now been followed up with a formal written offer. Depor claim the fee could rise to 13 million euros. (07/08/2008)
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Messi's on the mark Lionel Messi emphasised his importance to Argentina, scoring one goal and setting up the winner as the South Americans kicked off their Olympic campaign with a 2-1 victory over the Ivory Coast.Just hours after Barcelona confirmed they would allow Messi to remain in Beijing for the duration of the tournament, he showed his star power to inspire Argentina at the Shanghai Stadium. (07/08/2008)
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Gavin flies home as questions begin Shattered Frankie Gavin flew home to Birmingham with his Olympic dream in tatters as British amateur boxing chiefs promised to launch a major inquiry into the circumstances surrounding his failure to make the weight.Great Britain head coach Terry Edwards insisted he took the agonising decision to pull out lightweight gold medal favourite Gavin on the eve of the Beijing draw because of serious fears for his fighter's health. (07/08/2008)
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Karlsson has the early edge Robert Karlsson of Sweden was making the early running at Oakland Hills on Thursday as the first round got under way at the 90th US PGA Championship.Karlsson, a top-10 finisher in each of the first three majors of 2008, completed his front nine in 32 and moved a further shot below par to four under with a birdie at the 11th. (07/08/2008)
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Exiles sign up Elvis London Irish have signed Samoa centre Elvis Seveali'i from Sale Sharks.The well-travelled 30-year-old, whose previous clubs also include Ospreys and Bath, was a Guinness Premiership winner with Sale in 2006. (07/08/2008)
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