Rep of Ireland 'keeper David Forde before his debut on September 9, 2012
David Forde confident of World Cup qualification
Republic of Ireland goalkeeper David Forde remains confident that his side will qualify for next year's World Cup in Brazil.
Jun 12, 16:21
David Weir
David Weir looking to recruit coaches
New Sheffield United manager David Weir reveals that he wants to recruit a number of coaches at the club ahead of the new season.
Jun 12, 16:10
Gael Monfils reaches out for a backhand return to Gilles Simon during their third round match at the Australian Open on January 19, 2013
Gael Monfils withdraws from Wimbledon
Former world number seven Gael Monfils withdraws from this year's Wimbledon Championships because of personal reasons.
Jun 12, 15:52
Asmir Begovic
Asmir Begovic wants Stoke City stay
Stoke City goalkeeper Asmir Begovic confirms that he is happy to stay with the club.
Jun 12, 15:43
Hristo Stoichkov photographed on August 31, 2011
Hristo Stoichkov named CSKA Sofia manager
Bulgarian legend Hristo Stoichkov is unveiled as the new manager of CSKA Sofia.
Jun 12, 15:29
Livorno's Paulinho in action against Parma on November 19, 2006
Agent: 'Sunderland preparing Paulinho bid'
The agent of Paulinho claims that Sunderland are preparing an offer for the Livorno striker.
Jun 12, 15:18
Barcelona's forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring against AC Milan in the Champions League last 16 clash on March 12, 2013
Lionel Messi denies tax fraud allegations
Barcelona striker Lionel Messi denies claims that he and his father failed to pay €4m (£3.4m) in taxes from 2007 to 2009.
Jun 12, 15:01
James Ward
James Ward, Kyle Edmund receive Wimbledon wildcards
British pair James Ward and Kyle Edmund are among the wildcard entries for this year's Wimbledon Championships.
Jun 12, 14:48
Billy Twelvetrees for Gloucester
Billy Twelvetrees gets British and Irish Lions call
Gloucester centre Billy Twelvetrees is called up to the British and Irish Lions squad on their tour of Australia.
Jun 12, 14:33
Laura Robson
Laura Robson, Heather Watson lose in Birmingham
British duo Laura Robson and Heather Watson both suffer second-round exits at the Aegon Classic in Birmingham.
Jun 12, 14:24
Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring in his side's match with Valencia on February 3, 2013
Lionel Messi investigated for tax fraud
Barcelona striker Lionel Messi and his father are being investigated by Spanish authorities for allegedly failing to pay €4m (£3.4m) in taxes.
Jun 12, 14:13
Marin Cilic returns the ball to Nick Kyrgios during their second round match of the French Open on May 29, 2013
Marin Cilic through at Queen's Club Championships
Defending champion Marin Cilic beats fellow Croatian Ivan Dodig in straight sets to reach round three of the Queen's Club Championships.
Jun 12, 14:05
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho at his first press conference on June 10, 2013
Jose Mourinho to give loan players chance
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho insists that he will allow any players who were loaned out by the club last season to prove themselves.
Jun 12, 12:56
Miguel Veloso, Nicklas Bendtner
Nicklas Bendtner reveals transfer options
Arsenal striker Nicklas Bendtner reveals that five clubs are interested in signing him this summer.
Jun 12, 12:34
Lucas Piazon
Lucas Piazon unsure of Chelsea future
Chelsea forward Lucas Piazon admits that he does not know if he will still be at the club next season.
Jun 12, 12:19
Pakistan's Mohammad Asif leaves court on June 12, 2013
Mohammad Asif loses match-fixing appeal
Former Pakistan bowler Mohammad Asif loses his appeal over a match-fixing conviction.
Jun 12, 12:08
Birmingham City's Nathan Redmond celebrates scoring in the Championship match with Crystal Palace on March 29, 2013
Crystal Palace keen on Nathan Redmond?
Crystal Palace are understood to be interested in signing Birmingham City winger Nathan Redmond.
Jun 12, 11:53
Alastair Cook on October 24, 2012
Alastair Cook: 'Joe Root seems fine'
England captain Alastair Cook reveals that Joe Root "seems fine" following an unprovoked attack on him by Australia's David Warner.
Jun 12, 11:41
Selhurst Park
Crystal Palace reject Amido Balde speculation
Crystal Palace insist that they have not made a bid for Celtic target Amido Balde.
Jun 12, 11:22
Shalke player Julian Draxler challenges for the ball in his team's match with Greuther Fuerth on February 2, 2013
Julian Draxler admits Chelsea "dream"
Schalke 04 midfielder Julian Draxler hints that he could be interested in a move to Chelsea.
Jun 12, 11:08
Michael Essien
Michael Essien 'will play anywhere' for Chelsea
Michael Essien insists that he is happy to play in any position for Chelsea next season.
Jun 12, 10:58
Fulham's Omri Altman in action against Chelsea on March 1, 2013
Omri Altman hopes for Fulham chance
Fulham forward Omri Altman hopes to break into the first team next season following his performances for Israel at the Under-21 European Championship.
Jun 12, 10:44
Joey Barton
Joey Barton dismisses Queens Park Rangers exit rumours
QPR midfielder Joey Barton rubbishes speculation that he has demanded a move away from the club.
Jun 12, 10:32
Ricardo Carvalho
Ricardo Carvalho: 'Jose Mourinho will help Chelsea'
Former Chelsea defender Ricardo Carvalho expects Jose Mourinho to improve the club's fortunes next season.
Jun 12, 10:19
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger before the match against Bayern Munich on March 13, 2013
Agent: 'Arsenal keen on Lorenzo Melgarejo'
The agent of Lorenzo Melgarejo claims that Arsenal and Fenerbahce have made enquiries over the Benfica defender.
Jun 12, 10:06
Italy coach Devis Mangia gestures after his side score against England on June 5, 2013
Norway through with draw against Italy
Norway join Italy in the semi-finals of the Under-21 European Championship after the two sides draw 1-1 in Tel Aviv.
Jun 11, 17:55
India's Shikhar Dhawan celebrates his century during the ICC Champions Trophy against the West Indies on June 11, 2013
India through to ICC Champions Trophy semi-finals
India beat the West Indies by eight wickets at The Oval to reach the semi-finals of the ICC Champions Trophy.
Jun 11, 17:24
Sam Querrey in action against Aljaz Bedene during the AEGON Championships at The Queen's Club on June 11, 2013
Sam Querrey survives scare at Queen's Club Championships
World number 19 Sam Querrey overcomes Slovenian Aljaz Bedene in three sets in the second round of the Queen's Club Championships.
Jun 11, 17:07
Italy coach Devis Mangia gestures after his side score against England on June 5, 2013
Half-Time Report: No goals between Italy, Norway
Italy and Norway both fail to find the net in the first half of their Under-21 European Championship encounter in Israel.
Jun 11, 16:48
Jesus Navas celebrates scoring a goal for Sevilla against Mallorca.
Manchester City seal Jesus Navas signing
Manchester City complete the signing of Sevilla winger Jesus Navas for around £15m.
Jun 11, 16:47
Pedro
Pedro eager for Barcelona stay
Barcelona forward Pedro insists that he wants to stay with the Spanish champions "for a long time".
Jun 11, 16:36
Malaga's Isco Alarcon celebrates after scoring the opening goal against Porto on March 13, 2013
Isco angry with Malaga ban
Malaga playmaker Isco slams the Court of Arbitration for Sport's decision to ban the club from playing in the Europa League next season.
Jun 11, 16:24
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
English clubs track Raoul Loe?
A number of English clubs are understood keen on signing Osasuna midfielder Raoul Loe.
Jun 11, 16:12
Villa Park
Aston Villa confirm Nicklas Helenius talks
Aston Villa confirm that they are hopeful of signing Aalborg BK striker Nicklas Helenius.
Jun 11, 15:57
Liverpool's Luis Suarez scores from a free kick against Wigan on March 2, 2013
Luis Suarez: 'Real Madrid are a great club'
Liverpool striker Luis Suarez claims that Real Madrid are a "great team" amid rumours of a move to the Spanish capital.
Jun 11, 15:37
Britain's Heather Watson hits a forehand return during her match against Agnieszka Radwanska at the Australian Open tennis championship on January 18, 2013
Heather Watson beats Melinda Czink at Aegon Classic
Heather Watson is into round two of the Aegon Classic in Birmingham by beating Hungary's Melinda Czink in straight sets.
Jun 11, 15:18
Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea during the Champions League clash with Real Madrid on March 5, 2013
David de Gea excited by David Moyes arrival
Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea insists that he is looking forward to working with new manager David Moyes.
Jun 11, 15:09
Uruguay's Guillermo Varela in action against Paraguay on January 30, 2013
Manchester United complete Guillermo Varela signing
Manchester United complete the signing of Uruguayan defender Guillermo Varela on a five-year deal.
Jun 11, 14:47
Liam Bridcutt
Premier League clubs chase Liam Bridcutt?
Cardiff City and Hull City are among a number of clubs reportedly chasing Brighton midfielder Liam Bridcutt.
Jun 11, 14:45
British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland on the pitch before the match against the Barbarians on June 1, 2013
Warren Gatland pleased with British and Irish Lions harmony
British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland praises the spirit within the squad following Tuesday's emphatic 64-0 win over a Combined Country XV.
Jun 11, 14:31
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