Sports briefs

October 26, 2011

COLLEGES

A person with knowledge of the Big 12's discussions told The Associated Press that no decision has been made to add West Virginia to the conference, Louisville is still a candidate to replace Missouri and no decision about expansion is expected before next week. West Virginia appeared to be the choice of the Big 12 presidents after a Monday board of directors' meeting.

SOCCERRed Bulls top Dallas, reach semis

Joel Lindpere scored in the 61st minute and the Red Bulls withstood a late charge to hold off host FC Dallas, 2-0, in an MLS wild-card playoff match.

The Red Bulls will face the Los Angeles Galaxy in the semifinals. Game 1 of the two-game aggregate-goal series is Sunday in Carson, Calif.

Frank Rost made eight saves for the shutout. Thierry Henry scored in the 96th minute to complete the scoring.

COURTS

Mayweather acquitted

A judge has found boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. not guilty on misdemeanor charges accusing him of threatening two homeowner association security guards outside his Las Vegas home

TENNISWozniacki will be No. 1

Maria Sharapova pulled out of the WTA Championships in Istanbul with a sore ankle, which ensured Caroline Wozniacki will finish the year with the No. 1 ranking. -- AP