SPORTS

Alvaro Negredo hit a hat-trick as Manchester City beat West Ham United 6-0 in the first leg of their Capital One Cup semifinal at the Etihad.

Based off past battles, Rafael Nadal has the edge with a combined 86-41 record over his top seeded foes.

The Denver Broncos host the San Diego Chargers in the second round of the 2014 NFL playoffs.

Already considered one of the most accomplished speed skaters ever, Davis hopes to extend his medal count next month in Russia.

The Swede Zlatan Ibrahimovic began his onslaught with a right-footed flick in front of the net in the 10th minute, followed by a flying deflection in the in the 39th, and a simple chip shot over Brest keeper Yohan Hartock during a fast break in the 42nd.

The San Francisco 49ers visit the Carolina Panthers in the second round of the 2014 NFL playoffs.

If Tom Thibodeau isn’t happy with the start of what could be a complete Chicago Bulls overhaul, he might not like some of the next rumored moves.

Multiple reports suggest that OKC Thunder star Kevin Durant and his fiancee, WNBA star Monica Wright, may be taking a break from their relationship.

Following the blow of Theo Walcott’s injury, Arsenal have received a welcome fitness boost.

Dennis Rodman shocked the world Wednesday after he sang “happy birthday” to North Korea’s infamous dictator Kim Jong Un during a private basketball game in Pyongyang. This was Rodman’s fourth trip to North Korea to visit Kim, whom Rodman has referred to as his “best friend.”

Arsenal have reportedly launched fresh moves to bring in a striker following Theo Walcott’s injury.

USA Hockey announced the three goaltenders for the Sochi 2014 Olympics on New Year’s Day to little surprise. Ryan Miller is back and is joined again by Jonathan Quick, with Jimmy Howard also included on the roster. Miller and Quick are expected to battle for the starting spot, as both are regarded as among the best goalies in the world.

Steve Smith, Kenan Lewis, K.J. Wright and Derek Wolfe highlight the injury report for the divisional round of the playoffs.

If L.A. keeps him through the year, $19 million automatically comes off the books, but the Lakers haven’t gone through a true rebuild in more than two decades and could keep that trend up by swapping Pau Gasol for draft picks by the February deadline.

Johnny Manziel was spotted with 20-year-old model Lauren Hanley after a "romantic sushi date" in Hollywood, according to a report.

Lionel Messi returns to the Barcelona squad to take on Getafe in the first leg of their Copa del Rey last-16 tie.

UFC fighter Ronda Rousey told WWE's CM Punk that she thought he was "sexy," but noted that she may have jinxed his "Old School Raw" match against Roman Reigns.

The Lions aren’t taking any chances and are still vetting and interviewing top assistants, including the Chargers offensive coordinator Ken Whisenhunt, Ravens offensive coordinator Jim Caldwell, and recently fired Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Munchak.

Mikaela Shiffrin is expected to earn a medal at the Winter Olympics in Sochi next month.

The future of Chelsea target Fredy Guarin remains in doubt, as the Blues continue to be linked with signings in the January transfer window.

Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao may have to wait until 2015 to fight each other.

A second-half penalty from Fabio Borini gave Sunderland a 2-1 victory over Manchester United in the first leg of their League Cup semifinal.

Tom Brady and the New England Patriots will host Andrew Luck and the Indianapolis Colts in the second round of the playoffs.

Sources claim that the FBI is investigating two members of the UTEP men's basketball team, rumored to be suspended juniors McKenzie Moore and Jalen Ragland, over their connection to a possible point-shaving scandal.

The Seattle Seahawks are heavy favorites over the New Orleans Saints in the second round of the 2014 NFL playoffs.

Liverpool continue to be linked with players to bolster the attacking talent at Brendan Rodgers’ disposal in the January transfer window.

According to the betting lines at Las Vegas casinos, the Broncos are the biggest favorites of the second round of the playoffs.

Olympic downhill champion Lindsey Vonn, one of the biggest attractions in winter sport, will miss next month's Sochi Games because she requires surgery on her injured knee.

When asked about the status of imprisoned American citizen Kenneth Bae, Dennis Rodman began to scream at CNN host Chris Cuomo.