Football
CL Team of the Week - Messi, De Gea, Fabinho
Sports Mole selects its Champions League team of the week for matchday one, including Lionel Messi, Fabinho and three Manchester United players.
Liverpool 'to make £65m Kalidou Koulibaly bid'
A report claims that Liverpool are desperate to beat Paris Saint-Germain to the signing of Napoli's £65m-rated centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly.
Dundee United's Cammy Smith joins Ayr United on loanPreview: Mainz vs. Gladbach - prediction, team news, lineupsPreview: Reading vs. Rotherham - prediction, team news, lineupsPreview: Leipzig vs. Hertha - prediction, team news, lineupsPreview: Norwich vs. Wycombe - prediction, team news, lineupsScott Parker: 'We must keep working hard as there is no magic formula'Slaven Bilic: 'We must pick up positive result against Brighton'Team News: Lewie Coyle absent for Hull ahead of Peterborough clashGraham Potter hails Danny Welbeck ahead of possible Brighton debut
Alex Dyer criticises Maurice Ross over coronavirus commentsTeam News: QPR's Lyndon Dykes could be available to face Birmingham CityHow Barcelona could line up against Real MadridHow Real Madrid could line up against BarcelonaPreview: Lorient vs. Marseille - prediction, team news, lineupsHow Chelsea could line up against Man UnitedHakim Ziyech: 'Chelsea move came at perfect time for me'Sean Dyche: 'We are not panicking despite poor start to season'How Man United could line up against Chelsea
Rugby Union
Wayne Pivac: 'Alun Wyn Jones is an inspiration'
The lock will match the mark of New Zealand's World Cup-winning skipper Richie McCaw.
Wasps missing 11 players for Premiership final with Exeter Chiefs
Wasps' participation in the Twickenham showpiece was in jeopardy due to a number of players testing positive for coronavirus.
George Ford due to return "pretty soon" for EnglandWales captain Alun Wyn Jones to equal Richie McCaw record against FranceA closer look at the 2020 Six Nations ahead of its resumptionGregor Townsend lavishes praise on new Scotland captain Fraser BrownLions chief Calveley to keep "open dialogue" over player release for Japan clashRob Baxter fears for future of game due to coronavirus issues
Lions managing director hopes supporters will be in stadiums for 2021 South Africa tourGeorge Ford ruled out of Barbarians clash due to Achilles problemAndy Farrell: 'Jacob Stockdale can star in full-back role'Gregor Townsend supports Roy Laidlaw after Alzheimer's diagnosisGregor Townsend delighted with Finn Russell's Scotland returnFinn Russell to make Scotland return against Georgia
Tennis
Boris Becker accused of failing to sell Wimbledon trophies in order to settle debts
The German was declared bankrupt in 2017.
Dan Evans ends five-match losing streak ahead of split from coach
Dan Evans and Mark Hilton will part ways at the end of November.
French Open champion Rafael Nadal to take part in Paris Masters next monthAndrey Rublev boosts ATP Finals hopes with win in St PetersburgAndy Murray pulls out of bett1HULKS Championships due to injuryWimbledon to take place in 2021 even if fans are not allowedAndy Murray: 'I need to get back to playing my own game'
Result: Andy Murray falls to Fernando Verdasco in straight sets in CologneAndy Murray: 'Rafael Nadal's French Open haul arguably best achievement in sport'A statistical look at Rafael Nadal's French Open dominanceFive things we learned from 2020 French OpenNovak Djokovic: "I will keep on going as long as I have fuel in my legs"
Cricket
Middlesex make commitment to confront diversity issues
The Lord's-based county confronted the issue at a recent board meeting.
England announce IT20 and ODI November tour to South Africa
England's first tour since the coronavirus pandemic began will be played out amid biosecure plans agreed with the Proteas.
Tuesday's sporting social: Buttler gets iconic shirt and Foster's on his bikeJason Holder "disappointed" over Black Lives Matter response in England toursWhich IPL teams are currently the most successful?Bob Willis Trophy, County Championship to co-exist in new structureEngland skipper Eoin Morgan to take over as Kolkata Knight Riders captain
Adil Rashid signs white-ball contract extension with Yorkshire for 2021 seasonOn this day in 2006: Pakistan duo caught up in doping scandalEngland invited to Pakistan for white-ball series early next yearAdil Rashid considering England return after Chris Silverwood talksEngland's trip to South Africa in doubt due to government row
Off The Pitch
BBC secures broadcast rights to 2022 Commonwealth Games
The BBC is confirmed as the domestic broadcaster of the 2022 Commonwealth Games, due to be held in Birmingham.
UK alleges Russian cyber attacks to disrupt Tokyo Olympics
The Government and National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) say Russian military intelligence has targeted Games officials and organisers.
Wolves youngster Luke Matheson surprises parents with new carRonnie O'Sullivan wears pink nail varnish for breast cancer awarenessYoung fan "completely blown away" by Jurgen Klopp's touching letterLiverpool boss Jurgen Klopp sends heart-warming letter to young supporterGareth Bale 'could earn £21.8 million a month on OnlyFans'Sky Sports records best ratings ever on SundayMesut Ozil offers to pay full wage of Arsenal mascot Gunnersaurus
Arsenal mascot Gunnersaurus to continue matchday role once supporters returnRebekah Vardy confirmed for Dancing On IceOlympians Colin Jackson, Graham Bell join Dancing On IceWhat can the Government do to save sport amid coronavirus second wave?Sports Minister tells elite sport to look at ways to "support itself"Jose Mourinho honours dying wish of Macedonian journalist's fatherRyan Reynolds in line to join ranks of celebrity sporting owners
Formula 1
Thursday's Formula 1 news roundup: Stroll, Raikkonen, Grosjean
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest Formula 1 news on Thursday, October 22.
Romain Grosjean leaving Haas at the end of the season
The pair are leaving the team at the end of the current F1 season.
French media say Haas exit for Grosjean 'confirmed'Questions arise as Stroll admits covid infectionRed Bull eyes own engine program until 2026Alex Wurz's son could join Ferrari academyLance Stroll, Lawrence Stroll tested positive for coronavirus after Eifel Grand Prix
Wednesday's Formula 1 news roundup: Grosjean, Raikkonen, BottasCanadian driver Lance Stroll tested positive for coronavirus following Eifel Grand PrixOn This Day: Kimi Raikkonen wins Formula One world titleRacing Point already using 2020 Mercedes suspensionVettel contract will have equality clause - Heidfeld
Golf
Tiger Woods in confident mood as he builds towards Masters
The 44-year-old is happy with his game as Masters season begins in earnest.
Result: Adrian Otaegui claims four-shot victory at Scottish Championships
The Spaniard now has a professional victory in three different formats of the game.
Matt Wallace in control at Scottish Championship with three-shot leadAdrian Otaegui claims three-shot lead at Scottish ChampionshipTuesday's sporting social: Jamie Vardy, Paul Pogba take part in latest crazeResult: Martin Laird holds nerve to win first tournament in seven yearsTyrrell Hatton: 'Winning the PGA Championship is a dream come true'
Result: Tyrrell Hatton wins BMW PGA Championship at WentworthMartin Laird and Patrick Cantlay lead the way in Las VegasTyrrell Hatton to take strong lead into final round at BMW PGA ChampionshipCBD becomes the supplement of choice for athletes and golfers: PGA and Champions TourBryson DeChambeu 'appreciates' Matt Fitzpatrick's criticism
Rugby League
Rob Burrow and family celebrate at home as Leeds win Challenge Cup
The 38-year-old was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in December.
Exeter crowned kings of Europe, more Premier League drama - the weekend in pictures
Exeter Chiefs won the European Champions Cup and Leeds Rhinos took the honours in the Challenge Cup.
Luke Gale believes Leeds Rhinos Cup triumph can be catalyst for future successLuke Gale hopes Leeds Rhinos win puts a smile on Rob Burrow's faceResult: Leeds claim dramatic Challenge Cup final win over SalfordChallenge Cup final: Lee Mossop admits sleepless nights over COVID-19 fearsChallenge Cup final: Leeds Rhinos legend Rob Burrow given guest honour
Challenge Cup final: What the world looked like when Salford last went to WembleyChallenge Cup final: Five talking points ahead of Leeds vs. SalfordDan Sarginson out of Challenge Cup final due to coronavirusWigan Warriors see Catalans Dragons game postponed due to positive coronavirus testsLee Mossop, Mark Flanagan cleared to represent Salford Red Devils in Challenge Cup
Boxing
Judge to appear before BBBofC after accusation of using phone during Ritson bout
Terry O'Connor's 117-111 scorecard in favour of the British fighter has come under scrutiny.
Anthony Joshua to defend titles against Kubrat Pulev at O2 Arena on December 12
Anthony Joshua has not fought since regaining his titles from Andy Ruiz Jr.
Savannah Marshall's world title fight called offTyson Fury has "moved on" from prospect of facing Deontay WilderThe future of heavyweight boxing amid doubts over Fury-Wilder showdownSmalling bids farewell to Man Utd after sealing Roma return - Tuesday's sporting socialJose Zepeda overcomes Ivan Baranchyk in contest which produced eight knockdowns
Barry Hearn goes into isolation after testing positive for coronavirusDaniel Dubois, Joe Joyce bout will take place behind closed doors in November or DecemberPromoter Eddie Hearn tests positive for coronavirusTyson Fury insists he will fight in December despite doubt over Deontay Wilder contestJosh Taylor sets sights on Jose Ramirez fight after defence of IBF, WBA belts
Snooker
Result: Judd Trump overcomes Neil Robertson to win English Open
Judd Trump has won the last 10 ranking finals he has played in.
Result: Judd Trump books spot in English Open final
Judd Trump saw off John Higgins in his semi-final while Neil Robertson edged past Mark Selby.
Snooker roundup: World number one Judd Trump comes back to beat Louis HeathcotePeter Lines latest player forced to withdraw from English OpenRonnie O'Sullivan wears pink nail varnish for breast cancer awarenessSnooker roundup: Ronnie O'Sullivan picks up first win since World Championships Stuart Carrington forced to pull out of English Open after positive coronavirus test
Ken Doherty knocks Neil Robertson out of Championship League in Milton KeynesResult: Mark Selby beats Martin Gould for first European Masters titleResult: Martin Gould beats Judd Trump to secure spot in European Masters finalMark Davis pulls out of European Masters following cue theftRonnie O'Sullivan suffers shock loss to teenager Aaron Hill at European Masters
