It was during the first half that he kept Louisville alive, just as another non-starter, Michigan's Spike Albrecht, was blistering from the floor.

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The winger broke through in each half to keep alive Bath's hopes of reaching the knock-out phase.

BBC: Glasgow Warriors 19-25 Bath

The Gunners needed to make an early impact after the break, but it was Chelsea who almost extended their lead when Drogba's cross found Malouda, whose half-hit shot was turned towards goal by Lampard, but Almunia was alive to the danger.

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Ah Van then kicked four second-half penalties to add to his conversion before the break as Bradford kept alive their hopes of a top eight finish.

BBC: Leeds Rhinos 12-18 Bradford Bulls

Chelsea's 2-0 victory at Liverpool earlier in the day meant United had to beat Sunderland to keep their title hopes realistically alive and they did so, thanks to a first-half Nani strike after spurning several other opportunities.

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