Azeem Rafiq
MP claims Yorkshire's timing of Azeem Rafiq statement release left 'a bad taste'
The county put out a summary of findings barely 15 minutes after England's Test against India was called off.
Sep 11, 17:53
 Azeem Rafiq
Yorkshire accused of 'lack of genuine contrition' by MPs over Azeem Rafiq racism
The former Yorkshire player says the county are institutionally racist.
Sep 10, 17:05
 Azeem Rafiq
MPs urge Yorkshire to publish report into Azeem Rafiq's racism allegations
The Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee has called on the county to hasten the process of publishing the independent report.
Sep 8, 11:46
 A general shot of Wembley Stadium in May 2020
FA chief: 'England yobs brought shame to the whole country'
FA chief executive Mark Bullingham wrote to Julian Knight MP, the chair of the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee.
Jul 19, 19:35
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Senior Met officer: 'Police operation did not fail before Euro final'
The FA is reviewing the security breaches which occurred.
Jul 14, 16:40
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Sports minister calls for more funding into head injuries research
Sports minister Nigel Huddleston gave evidence to the DCMS committee inquiry on Tuesday.
May 25, 11:57
 Conor McGregor strikes Dustin Poirier in a lightweight fight during the UFC 257 event on January 23, 2021
BBC decision to broadcast martial arts questioned by MP
The sport has been criticised by the boss of a brain injury charity.
Mar 12, 13:22
 Premier League chief executive Richard Masters pictured in July 2020
Premier League chief calls on clubs to practice safe celebrations
Top-flight players have faced criticism this week for hugging and kissing following breakthroughs.
Jan 15, 18:05
 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on January 10, 2021
Pep Guardiola: 'Footballers cannot be blamed for coronavirus surge'
Manchester City's players, among others, faced criticism this week for how they celebrated their goal against Brighton.
Jan 15, 15:42
 West Bromwich Albion manager Sam Allardyce reacts on January 9, 2021
Sam Allardyce questions goal celebration guidelines
Premier League managers and captains are attending virtual meetings to discuss new protocols over goal celebrations.
Jan 14, 18:22
 Chelsea manager Frank Lampard pictured on January 9, 2021
Frank Lampard: 'It will be hard to stop players celebrating goals'
Footballers' behaviour is in the spotlight amid a worsening of the coronavirus pandemic.
Jan 14, 16:43
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Footballers slammed for breaching coronavirus protocols to celebrate goals
Manchester City and Fulham players crowded together after scoring in their respective matches on Wednesday night.
Jan 14, 10:37
 Forest Green Rovers chairman Dale Vince pictured in November 2019
Dale Vince praises Premier League and criticises Government over rescue package
The leagues announced a deal worth £250million had been agreed on Thursday to protect EFL clubs suffering financial losses due to the pandemic.
Dec 3, 15:04
 Rick Parry pictured in October 2019
MPs "losing patience" over Premier League, EFL rescue package
The Government says it expects the Premier League to provide financial assistance to EFL clubs.
Nov 20, 10:35
 Rick Parry pictured in October 2019
Julian Knight calls for regular updates on Premier League, EFL bailout talks
EFL chairman Rick Parry hopes a deal can be agreed by the end of the month.
Nov 11, 00:05
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
MPs urge English football's governing bodies to "put the squabbling aside"
Julian Knight, chairman of the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport select committee, told the Commons that 10 to 15 lower-rung clubs could collapse.
Nov 5, 12:36
 A general golf shot from the 2016 British Open at Royal Troon
Golf courses and tennis courts to shut despite FA Cup go-ahead
Ten non-elite clubs will be involved in the FA Cup first round this weekend.
Nov 2, 14:14
 Arsenal celebrate winning the 2019-20 FA Cup final
FA Cup first-round matches to go ahead despite new lockdown
The ties will be played under elite protocols.
Nov 2, 13:11
 A woman wearing a mask walks by the Emirates Stadium after manager Mikel Arteta tested positive for coronavirus and their Premier League match against Brighton on Saturday has been cancelled on March 13, 2020
Government urged to rethink closure of sports facilities in England lockdown
Stricter measures are set to come into force from Thursday.
Nov 2, 12:38
 Generic tennis image
LTA chief wants more Government funding to help save indoor tennis centres
Able-bodied adults in England in areas under increased restrictions are not allowed to play tennis indoors with anyone from a different household.
Oct 28, 08:35
 A woman wearing a mask walks by the Emirates Stadium after manager Mikel Arteta tested positive for coronavirus and their Premier League match against Brighton on Saturday has been cancelled on March 13, 2020
Plans to let fans back into English sporting venues put on hold
It was hoped stadiums would be allowed to welcome back more spectators from October 1.
Sep 22, 09:33
 Stuart Dallas in action for Northern Ireland on October 10, 2019
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on July 23
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the sports world.
Jul 23, 22:39
 A general shot of Wigan Athletic's DW Stadium take on July 1, 2020
MPs warn that up to 15 clubs could go bust due to coronavirus
Sport has been severely impacted at recreational and professional levels by the coronavirus pandemic.
Jul 22, 23:50
 Former Wigan Athletic owner Dave Whelan pictured in April 2018
Dave Whelan "cannot promise anything" as Wigan Athletic fight for suvival
The Championship side face a 12-point deduction.
Jul 1, 15:50
 Former Wigan Athletic owner Dave Whelan pictured in April 2018
Former owner Dave Whelan hoping to help Wigan after club enters administration
Athletic face a 12-point deduction.
Jul 1, 15:12
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