Tammy Abraham takes an unsuccessful penalty during the Super Cup final between Chelsea and Liverpool on August 14, 2019
Frank Lampard: 'I always believed in Tammy Abraham'
The striker is top scorer in the Premier League.
Sep 16, 16:28
Paul Heckingbottom in charge of Leeds United on April 13, 2018
Crunch time for under-fire Paul Heckingbottom, Craig Levein in Edinburgh derby
Both sides have endured poor starts to the season.
Sep 16, 16:26
Steve Smith in action for Australia on September 13, 2019
The Ashes: A look back at the series in stats
New highs reached as England and Australia produced a thrilling show.
Sep 16, 16:17
Mark Cavendish pictured in October 2018
Mark Cavendish outlines plans to try for 2020 Olympics
The 34-year-old won omnium silver at the Rio Games three years ago.
Sep 16, 16:14
Ireland full-back Rob Kearney pictured in March 2018
Rob Kearney now a fitness doubt for Ireland
The full-back has a calf injury.
Sep 16, 16:09
Divock Origi goes down injured during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Newcastle United on September 14, 2019
Divock Origi misses out on Liverpool trip to Napoli with injury
The striker has an ankle problem.
Sep 16, 16:04
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp on August 31, 2019
Liverpool's potential Club World Cup opponents confirmed
The Reds are guaranteed a passage to the last four of the competition.
Sep 16, 16:02
Valencia coach Albert Celades gestures on September 14, 2019
In Focus: Chelsea's Champions League opponents Valencia
The LaLiga side sacked manager Marcelino last week.
Sep 16, 16:01
David de Gea in action for Manchester United on November 3, 2018
David de Gea signs new deal: Manchester United's five best ever goalkeepers
David de Gea has committed his future to the club.
Sep 16, 15:54
David de Gea in action for Manchester United on December 30, 2018
David de Gea's value to Manchester United: The numbers
The Spanish goalkeeper has signed a new contract to 2023.
Sep 16, 15:53
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson lifts the Champions League trophy on June 1, 2019
The Champions League returns - the key talking points
Liverpool beat Tottenham in last season's final.
Sep 16, 15:49
Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea reacts after making a mistake in his side's Premier League clash with Arsenal on March 10, 2019
David de Gea signs new four-year Manchester United deal
The Spaniard has been at Old Trafford since 2011.
Sep 16, 14:30
Joe Root celebrates with teammates after taking a catch to dismiss Australia's Josh Hazlewood to give England victory in the fifth test on September 15, 2019
England and Australia squads share a beer after the Ashes
The picture was shared by England's head of team communications on Twitter.
Sep 16, 12:23
Stirling Moss pictured in May 2015
Lewis Hamilton pays tribute to "living legend" Stirling Moss ahead of 90th birthday
World Championship leader describes Sir Stirling as "a living legend."
Sep 16, 12:21
David Warner is dismissed on September 15, 2019
Justin Langer: 'Stuart Broad got into David Warner's head'
Australia opener Warner averaged just 9.5 from 10 innings against England during this summer's Ashes series.
Sep 16, 12:16
Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe pictured on September 15, 2019
Eddie Howe: 'Bournemouth will only get stronger'
The Cherries defeated Everton on Sunday.
Sep 16, 12:13
General view of Sheffield United's Bramall Lane taken April 2017
Kevin McCabe forced to sell 50% stake in Sheffield United
A High Court judge ruled he and his family must sell their 50 per cent stake in the club to Prince Abdullah.
Sep 16, 11:53
Scotland's Stuart McInally pictured in February 2018
Scotland squad training with shampoo-soaked balls
A thunderstorm is forecast during their World Cup opener with Ireland.
Sep 16, 11:51
Catriona Matthew pictured on September 12, 2019
Laura Davies backs Catriona Matthew to lead Europe again in 2021
The Scot led her side to Solheim Cup glory on Sunday.
Sep 16, 11:43
Carlo Ancelotti in charge of Napoli on August 4, 2018
In Focus: Liverpool's Champions League opponents Napoli
The Partenopei have finished runners up in Italy in three of the last four seasons.
Sep 16, 11:41
Joe Root mounts Ben Stokes after the wicket of Steve Smith falls on September 15, 2019
After the dust has settled on the Ashes, what next for England?
Finding Trevor Bayliss' replacement and securing a World Cup double will be top of England's agenda.
Sep 16, 11:38
Mateusz Klich celebrates scoring for Leeds United on September 15, 2019
Barnsley, Leeds launch joint investigation over crowd trouble
The ugly scenes took place during the latter stages of the derby at Oakwell.
Sep 16, 11:34
A frustrated Sokratis Papastathopoulos during the Premier League game between Watford and Arsenal on September 15, 2019
Arsenal defender Sokratis: "I cost the game for the team"
The defender was at fault for Watford's first goal in the 2-2 draw.
Sep 16, 11:33
Serge Aurier warms up for Spurs on September 14, 2019
Serge Aurier "happy to stay" with Tottenham Hotspur
The right-back was keen to leave during the last transfer window.
Sep 16, 11:29
Jofra Archer in action for England on September 13, 2019
Joe Root: 'Jofra Archer is something special'
Archer picked up 22 Australian wickets in four Ashes Tests.
Sep 16, 09:12
George North in action for Wales on February 1, 2019
Thousands turn out to watch Wales training session in Kitakyushu
Former captain Ryan Jones could not believe the scenes.
Sep 16, 09:11
A bloodied Tyson Fury in action on September 14, 2019
Warren: 'Fury's reputation in USA not affected'
The 31-year-old Mancunian battled through nine rounds with blood continually running into his eye to take a unanimous points decision in Las Vegas.
Sep 16, 08:16
England coach Trevor Bayliss on September 8, 2019
Have England gone backwards in Tests under Trevor Bayliss?
England enjoyed World Cup glory in July but failed to regain the Ashes.
Sep 16, 08:13
Conor McGregor pictured in August 2017
Conor McGregor hints at UFC return in Dublin in December
The 31-year-old sent out a cryptic tweet suggesting December 14 as the big day.
Sep 16, 07:12
David Denton pictured for Bath Rugby in April 2016
David Denton 'relieved' to retire from rugby
The Scotland forward has been through an 11-month concussion battle.
Sep 16, 07:05
Ireland's Robbie Henshaw pictured in February 2019
Robbie Henshaw "very, very unlikely" to be fit for World Cup opener
Henshaw has a hamstring problem.
Sep 16, 07:04
Virgil van Dijk in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Newcastle United on September 14, 2019
Monday Papers: Virgil van Dijk, Toni Kroos, Christian Eriksen
Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk and boss Jurgen Klopp are reported targets for Spanish giants Barcelona and Real Madrid.
Sep 16, 05:28
Andy Murray pictured on August 12, 2019
Britain draw Switzerland, Belgium in tough ATP Cup group
Andy Murray will lead the British team thanks to his protected ranking.
Sep 16, 05:18
Bundee Aki during an Ireland training session on March 18, 2018
Bundee Aki shrugs off criticism of him representing Ireland
The New Zealand-born centre qualified on residency grounds in 2017 and has been an Ireland mainstay ever since.
Sep 16, 05:17
Joe Root celebrates with teammates after taking a catch to dismiss Australia's Josh Hazlewood to give England victory in the fifth test on September 15, 2019
The weekend in pictures: The Ashes, Norwich City, Solheim Cup
Europe won the Solheim Cup after beating the United States 14.5-13.5 at Gleneagles.
Sep 16, 05:11
David Denton pictured for Bath Rugby in April 2016
David Denton forced to retire from rugby due to concussion troubles
The 29-year-old has won 42 caps for Scotland.
Sep 16, 05:10
Chelsea's Tammy Abraham celebrates scoring against Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League on September 14, 2019.
Tammy Abraham open to idea of playing for Nigeria over England
The 21-year-old has two senior England caps to his name.
Sep 16, 05:06
Cristiano Ronaldo in action for Juventus on April 27, 2019
Cristiano Ronaldo breaks down in tears during Piers Morgan interview
The Juventus star's father did not see many of his achievements.
Sep 16, 05:04
Suzann Pettersen reacts at the Solheim Cup on September 15, 2019
Catriona Matthew pays tribute to retiring Solheim Cup hero Suzann Pettersen
The Norwegian held her nerve to win the trophy.
Sep 16, 05:02
Warren Gatland pictured in August 2019
Wales training with 'wet balls and baby oil' ahead of World Cup opener
Humid conditions are anticipated throughout the tournament in Japan.
Sep 15, 21:52
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