Steven Naismith in action for Hearts on October 28, 2018
Hearts struggling with injuries ahead of Aberdeen clash
Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes will have an unchanged squad to pick from for the trip.
Sep 25, 08:35
Runners make their way through Canary Wharf during the Virgin Money London Marathon on April 26, 2015
Global Athlete calls on WADA chiefs to step down in light of fresh Russia claims
Russia has been given three weeks to provide an explanation for alleged inconsistencies in data.
Sep 25, 08:31
John Archibald pictured in August 2018
John Archibald races into the unknown in men's time trial
The British rider has been brought in after Geraint Thomas withdrew from the world championship event.
Sep 25, 08:30
Phil Neville in charge of England on July 2, 2019
Phil Neville hails "phenomenal" Jordan Nobbs after England return
The Arsenal midfielder is back in the England squad following a serious knee injury.
Sep 25, 08:29
Rangers assistant manager Gary McAllister pictured in November 2016
Gary McAllister: 'Rangers will take cup seriously'
Rangers travel to Livingston for their Betfred Cup quarter-final clash on Wednesday.
Sep 25, 08:25
General view of Hartlepool United's Victoria Park
FA asks Hartlepool, Dover for observations after allegations of racial abuse
Pools boss Craig Hignett has been charged with misconduct.
Sep 25, 08:24
Jordan Nobbs in action for England on April 6, 2018
Jordan Nobbs returns to England squad after long-term knee injury
Nobbs spent more than nine months on the sidelines.
Sep 25, 08:24
England head coach Eddie Jones reacts before the match against Tonga on September 22, 2019
Eddie Jones plays down fears over Billy Vunipola burnout
The 26-year-old has completed 761 of England's last 800 minutes.
Sep 25, 08:22
Japan captain Michael Leitch pictured in September 2019
Japan set to bench captain Michael Leitch for Ireland clash
The Brave Blossoms are ready to spring a surprise in selection.
Sep 25, 08:19
Chris Farrell pictured for Ireland against Italy in August 2019
Chris Farrell looking to show off improvement at World Cup
Farrell is pleased to be showing all sides of his game.
Sep 25, 08:15
General view of Bury's Gigg Lane from 2014
Bury to be offered lifeline by EFL Cup clubs?
The Shakers' Rescue Board is hoping for readmission to League Two in time for next season.
Sep 25, 08:10
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane pictured on September 14, 2019
Zinedine Zidane urges Real Madrid to build on Sevilla win
The 47-year-old said he wanted his side to build on their performance from the narrow victory over Sevilla.
Sep 25, 08:05
Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl pictured in September 14, 2019
Ralph Hasenhuttl hails 'unforgettable' derby win over Portsmouth
Saints claimed a 4-0 Carabao Cup win over rivals Portsmouth.
Sep 25, 08:04
Juventus coach Maurizio Sarri gestures against Atletico Madrid on September 18, 2019
Maurizio Sarri pleased with Juventus fightback in Brescia win
The 2-1 win moved Juve to the top of the Serie A table.
Sep 25, 08:02
Stoke City boss Nathan Jones pictured on September 14, 2019
Under-fire Nathan Jones takes "full responsibility" for Stoke EFL Cup exit
The Potters were knocked out 5-3 on penalties.
Sep 25, 07:53
Barcelona's Lionel Messi is attended by medical staff after sustaining an injury against Villarreal on September 24, 2019
Ernesto Valverde eases Lionel Messi injury concerns
Messi did not make it past half-time at the Nou Camp.
Sep 25, 07:51
Monaco coach Leonardo Jardim before the match against Lyon on August 9, 2019
Leonardo Jardim admits Monaco not at their best despite derby win
Aleksandr Golovin scored twice as in the 3-1 victory over Nice.
Sep 25, 07:48
Arsenal manager Unai Emery gestures during the match against Aston Villa on September 22, 2019
Unai Emery hails "perfect" Rob Holding after Arsenal return
The centre-back scored the second goal in the 5-0 Carabao Cup victory.
Sep 25, 07:45
Mario Mandzukic celebrates scoring for Juventus on December 22, 2018
Wednesday's papers: Mario Mandzukic, Ousmane Dembele, Samuel Umtiti
Mario Mandzukic, Ousmane Dembele and Ivan Rakitic are all being talked about on Wednesday.
Sep 25, 07:42
Leicester City's James Justin celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates against Luton on September 24, 2019
James Justin praises Luton fans after scoring return to former club
The full-back left Kenilworth Road in the summer but was on target as the Foxes eased to a 4-0 win in the Carabao Cup.
Sep 25, 07:38
Watford boss Quique Sanchez Flores cuts a desperate figure on September 21, 2019
Quique Sanchez Flores delighted with Watford reaction to Manchester City mauling
Danny Welbeck scored his first Watford goal in the 2-1 win.
Sep 25, 07:36
Everton's Tom Davies and Dominic Calvert-Lewin wave to fans at the end of the match against Sheffield Wednesday on September 24, 2019
Marco Silva challenges Dominic Calvert-Lewin to continue scoring form
The striker struck twice in victory at Sheffield Wednesday.
Sep 25, 07:34
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on September 21, 2019
Pep Guardiola: 'Bernardo Silva ban would be a mistake'
Anti-racism organisation Kick It Out has called on the FA to take action.
Sep 25, 07:29
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino pictured on September 24, 2019
Mauricio Pochettino accuses Spurs players of having "different agendas"
The Premier League club suffered a third-round Carabao Cup defeat by Colchester.
Sep 25, 07:28
Crawley Town's David Sesay and teammates celebrate winning the penalty shootout against Stoke on September 24, 2019
Struggling Stoke crash out of EFL Cup at League Two Crawley
The Reds were successful with all of their spot kicks in a 5-3 shoot-out win.
Sep 24, 22:54
Juventus' Miralem Pjanic celebrates scoring their second goal against Brescia on September 24, 2019
Juventus survive Brescia scare to move top of Serie A
Juve recovered from conceding Alfredo Donnarumma's early opener to move above Inter Milan in the table.
Sep 24, 22:49
Leonardo Jardim in charge of Monaco on August 4, 2018
Aleksandr Golovin brace fires Monaco to first win of season
Monaco had to wait until the seventh league match of the season to record their first win.
Sep 24, 22:44
Watford's Danny Welbeck celebrates scoring their first goal against Swansea City on September 24, 2019
Danny Welbeck opens Watford account in win over Swansea City
The Hornets edged past Championship side Swansea.
Sep 24, 22:41
Southampton's Danny Ings celebrates scoring their first goal against Portsmouth on September 24, 2019
Danny Ings scores twice as Southampton thrash Portsmouth in derby
Cedric Soares and Nathan Redmond were also on target.
Sep 24, 22:38
Arsenal's Gabriel Martinelli celebrates scoring their first goal with Calum Chambers on September 24, 2019
Arsenal youngsters thrash Nottingham Forest in EFL Cup
The Gunners claimed a comprehensive win over their Championship opposition.
Sep 24, 22:34
Leicester City's James Justin celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates against Luton on September 24, 2019
James Justin scores against former club Luton on Leicester debut
The former Hatters defender was on target as the Foxes won 4-0 in the Carabao Cup at Kenilworth Road.
Sep 24, 22:29
Everton's Tom Davies and Dominic Calvert-Lewin wave to fans at the end of the match against Sheffield Wednesday on September 24, 2019
Dominic Calvert-Lewin fires Everton past Sheffield Wednesday
The two goals fired the Toffees into the fourth round.
Sep 24, 22:21
Colchester United players celebrate after winning the penalty shootout against Tottenham Hotspur on September 24, 2019
Tottenham Hotspur dumped out of EFL Cup by League Two Colchester
The League Two side knocked the Champions League finalists out at the third-round stage.
Sep 24, 22:15
Manchester City's Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring their first goal against Preston on September 24, 2019
Manchester City begin EFL Cup defence by easing past Preston
City are bidding for a third successive Carabao Cup trophy.
Sep 24, 22:00
Alan Archibald pictured in March 2016
Archibald excited to be back at Partick in number two role
The 41-year-old is back at Firhill less than a year after being sacked as manager.
Sep 24, 17:37
Joey Carbery pictured on August 10, 2019
Joey Carbery set for Ireland start amid Johnny Sexton fitness concerns
British and Irish Lions fly-half Sexton did not train fully on Tuesday due to a thigh knock.
Sep 24, 17:36
Wales backs coach Stephen Jones before the match against Georgia on September 23, 2019
Stephen Jones: 'Late World Cup call-up has been manic'
The former fly-half travelled to Japan to take up attack coach duties with the national team after assistant coach Rob Howley returned to Wales.
Sep 24, 17:33
Gary Holt in charge of Falkirk in November 2013
Livingston boss Gary Holt determined to topple Rangers
Livingston are hoping to reach their first semi-final in 14 seasons.
Sep 24, 17:33
Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes pictured in April 2019
Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes expecting upbeat Hearts
The Jambos head into Wednesday's cup clash fresh from Sunday's comeback victory over rivals Hibernian.
Sep 24, 17:30
Runners make their way through Canary Wharf during the Virgin Money London Marathon on April 26, 2015
Russia face ban from all major sporting events over anti-doping "inconsistencies"
WADA's compliance panel chair says Russia risks being banned from a range of sporting competitions over non-compliance with the WADA code.
Sep 24, 17:29
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