Arsenal's Lukas Podolski in action against an Indonesian XI on July 14, 2013
Arsenal's Lukas Podolski, Per Mertesacker dress up as Samurai warriors
Lukas Podolski and Per Mertesacker dress up as Samurai warriors while on the Japanese leg of their pre-season tour with Arsenal.
Jul 25, 12:36
Olympic Stadium
Olympics prompt increase in volunteers for charity
A leading charity reveals that they have had an increase in volunteers since the London 2012 Games.
Jul 25, 12:27
Jags owner Shad Khan on December 23, 2012
Shahid Khan turns to yoga to deal with stress over Michael Jackson statue
Fulham's new owner Shahid Khan jokes that he has turned to yoga to help himself deal with the stress of what to do with the Michael Jackson statue at Craven Cottage.
Jul 25, 12:13
Barca defender Gerard Deulofeu in action against Mallorca on April 6, 2013
Everton's Gerard Delofeu's name spelled wrong on shirt
Everton spell Gerard Deulofeu's name wrong on a shirt being displayed at the club's official shop in Liverpool's city centre.
Jul 25, 11:58
Michael Owen celebrates his second goal against Germany on September 1, 2001
Video: Michael Owen commentates on his own goals for BT Sport
Michael Owen commentates on some of his famous goals during a promotional video for BT Sport.
Jul 25, 11:42
Usain Bolt
Usain Bolt "clean" following Asafa Powell's, Tyson Gay's drug-taking
Usain Bolt insists that he is "clean" following revelations that both Asafa Powell and Tyson Gay have tested positive for banned substances.
Jul 25, 10:57
Martin Skrtel
Liverpool's Martin Skrtel hails "special" atmosphere during Melbourne Victory win
Martin Skrtel says that it was "special" to be welcomed by a 95,000-strong crowd during Liverpool's pre-season win over Melbourne Victory yesterday.
Jul 25, 10:44
Sunderland's Wes Brown is congratulated by team mates after scoring against Spurs during the Barclays Asia Trophy on July 24, 2013
Sunderland's Wes Brown: 'I'm pleased to be back playing'
Sunderland defender Wes Brown says that it feels good to be back playing following a lengthy spell on the sidelines with injury.
Jul 25, 10:32
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England appoint Paul Deacon as assistant coach to Steve McNamara
England announce that they have appointed Paul Deacon as assistant coach to Steve McNamara.
Jul 25, 10:19
Scott Sinclair
West Bromwich Albion consider loan move for Manchester City's Scott Sinclair?
West Bromwich Albion are reportedly hopeful of signing Scott Sinclair on a season-long loan deal from Manchester City.
Jul 25, 10:09
Manchester United's Shinji Kagawa celebrates scoring his third goal against Norwich on March 2, 2013
Manchester United's David Moyes hoping for "big things" from Shinji Kagawa
David Moyes predicts that Shinji Kagawa will play a "big part" in the 2013-14 season for Manchester United.
Jul 25, 09:58
Ashley Young
Manchester United's Ashley Young welcomes competition from Wilfried Zaha
Manchester United winger Ashley Young says that he welcomes competition for his place in the team from Wilfried Zaha.
Jul 25, 09:46
Michael Chopra on April 17, 2012
Blackpool sign Michael Chopra on one-year deal
Blackpool confirm the signing of striker Michael Chopra from Ipswich Town on a one-year deal.
Jul 25, 09:38
Barcelona's Cesc Fabregas steps off the team bus on July 15, 2013
Manchester United's David Moyes: 'Cesc Fabregas pursuit still ongoing'
David Moyes says that Manchester United's bid to sign Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fabregas is "ongoing".
Jul 25, 09:29
Celtic forward Gary Hooper celebrates a goal against Dundee United on January 22, 2013
Norwich City agree fee with Celtic for Gary Hooper?
Norwich City reportedly agree a fee with Celtic for Gary Hooper, just 24 hours after it was claimed that the striker was close to joining Queens Park Rangers.
Jul 25, 09:11
Magpies striker Papiss Cisse celebrates his early goal in the game with Everton on January 2, 2013
PFA in talks with Newcastle United, Papiss Cisse over sponsor issue
PFA chief executive Gordon Taylor says that the organisation is in talks with Newcastle United and Papiss Cisse in a bid to resolve the sponsorship issue.
Jul 25, 09:05
Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring in his side's match with Valencia on February 3, 2013
Barcelona's Lionel Messi: 'The hamstring injury is behind me'
Lionel Messi says that his hamstring injury is behind him following his stint during Barcelona's defeat to Bayern Munich.
Jul 25, 08:55
New Manchester United manager David Moyes poses for pictures in the home team dug out on July 5, 2013
David Moyes accused of turning Manchester United into "Jurassic Park"
Raymond Verheijen accuses Manchester United manager David Moyes of being a "dinosaur" after pushing Robin van Persie too hard in pre-season.
Jul 25, 08:44
Atletico Mineiro's Bernard in action on February 26, 2013
Arsenal target Bernard unsure of future
Arsenal target Bernard says that he is unsure whether he will leave Atletico Mineiro this summer.
Jul 25, 08:30
Everton's Leighton Baines celebrates a goal against West Brom on January 30, 2013
Roberto Martinez: 'No offers for Leighton Baines, Marouane Fellaini'
Roberto Martinez says that there has been no firm interest made by other clubs for Everton pair Leighton Baines and Marouane Fellaini.
Jul 25, 08:18
Wayne Rooney celebrates after scoring his team's second goal from a free-kick against Chelsea in the FA Cup quarter final on March 10, 2013
Chelsea convinced of Wayne Rooney signing from Manchester United?
Chelsea are reportedly convinced that they will be able to complete the signing of Wayne Rooney from Manchester United.
Jul 25, 08:07
New Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton on March 14, 2013
Murray Walker: 'Lewis Hamilton should not have his pet dog at races'
Murray Walker believes that it is "utter madness" that Lewis Hamilton is allowed to take his dog Roscoe into the paddock during Formula 1 races.
Jul 24, 13:57
Katarina Johnson Thompson
Katarina Johnson-Thompson: 'I gave up ballet to do athletics'
Katarina Johnson-Thompson reveals that she gave up ballet after she was pushed into it by her mother Tracey.
Jul 24, 13:45
Ruud Gullit
Dutch tax authorities claim nine properties belonging to Ruud Gullit
Former Chelsea boss Ruud Gullit has nine properties claimed by the Dutch tax authorities.
Jul 24, 13:34
Generic image of a locker room
James Alexander Gordon to retire from BBC radio
James Alexander Gordon announces that he is retiring from reading the classified football results on BBC radio.
Jul 24, 13:21
Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard celebrates scoring against Aston Villa during the Premier League clash on March 31, 2013
Hillsborough survivor invited to meet Liverpool stars during pre-season tour
A Hillsborough survivor is invited to meet the Liverpool players after writing a letter to the club.
Jul 24, 13:11
James Anderson
England trio lose Jaguar challenge to Australia
England trio James Anderson, Ian Bell and Jonathan Trott lose the Jaguar challenge to Australia at a testing track in the West Midlands.
Jul 24, 13:00
Santos' Neymar prior to the start of the match against Flamingo on May 26, 2013
Neymar: 'I shave my legs, but I'm not metrosexual like David Beckham'
Barcelona star Neymar insists that he is not a metrosexual like David Beckham, despite admitted that he shaves his legs.
Jul 24, 12:47
Manchester United's Robin van Persie celebrates scoring against Aston Villa on April 22, 2013
Video: Robin van Persie, Ryan Giggs sell tomato juice in Japanese ad
Manchester United stars including Robin van Persie and Ryan Giggs feature in a Japanese advert drinking tomato juice.
Jul 24, 12:32
Florent Malouda
Florent Malouda gets Trabzonspor emblem shaved onto his head
Former Chelsea midfielder Florent Malouda has the crest of his new club Trabzonspor shaved onto his head.
Jul 24, 12:16
Papiss Cisse appeals to the linesman after having a second goal ruled out in the Europa League match against Metalist Kharkiv on February 14, 2013
Newcastle city councillor "ashamed" of Papiss Cisse's 'gambling'
Newcastle city councillor Dipu Ahad says that he is "ashamed" to see photographs alleged to be Papiss Cisse gambling in a casino.
Jul 24, 12:04
Arsenal Ladies' Laura Harvey after the FA Cup win over Bristol on May 21, 2011
BT Sport announces live matches for FA Women's Super League
BT Sport announce that they will have live coverage of the FA Women's Super League from August.
Jul 24, 11:42
Anne Keothavong
Anne Keothavong looking forward to 'exciting challenge' at BT Sport
Anne Keothavong says that she is 'excited' to begin her new role with BT Sport following her decision to retire from tennis.
Jul 24, 11:24
Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo in action against Bournemouth on July 21, 2013
Cristiano Ronaldo's shot breaks wrist of 11-year-old boy
Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo breaks a young Bournemouth fan's wrist with a wayward free kick.
Jul 24, 11:10
England's bowler James Anderson celebrates taking wicket of Australia's Chris Roders during day one of the first Ashes test on July 10, 2013
England bowler James Anderson: 'I have no sympathy for Australia'
James Anderson says that he has 'no sympathy' for Australia following their second Test defeat to England in the Ashes series.
Jul 24, 10:54
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Three Salford City Reds players suspended for brawl
Three Salford City Reds players and Catalan Dragons captain Remi Casty are banned for committing punching offences during a scuffle last week.
Jul 24, 10:45
Vincent Kompany
Manchester City's Vincent Kompany: 'We can be Premier League champions again'
Vincent Kompany believes that Manchester City can become Premier League champions again this season.
Jul 24, 10:29
Anthony Joshua
Olympic gold medallist Anthony Joshua to turn professional this week
The British Amateur Boxing Association confirm that Anthony Joshua will turn professional this week.
Jul 24, 09:49
Real Madrid's Gonzalo Higuain celebrates after scoring against Real Sociedad on May 26, 2013
Real Madrid's Gonzalo Higuain agrees £36.4m Napoli contract?
Real Madrid striker Gonzalo Higuain reportedly agrees a bumper contract at Napoli worth £36.4m.
Jul 24, 09:36
Spurs' Gareth Bale in action against Swindon on July 16, 2013
Team News: Gareth Bale left out of Tottenham Hotspur lineup to play Sunderland
Gareth Bale is omitted from Tottenham Hotspur's starting lineup, while Sunderland choose new signing Emanuele Giaccherini to start in the Asia Trophy clash.
Jul 24, 09:29
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