Stuart Broad celebrates the early wicket of David Warner on day one of the First Test of the Ashes on August 1, 2019
Stuart Broad bags early wickets to leave Australia three down by lunch
Australia reached 83 for three at lunch.
Aug 1, 13:02
General view of St Mirren Park from 2009
Sam Foley joins St Mirren on free transfer
Foley becomes Jim Goodwin's second signing in 48 hours.
Aug 1, 11:04
Newcastle United goalkeeper Freddie Woodman pictured during an FA Cup tie in January 2019
Freddie Woodman signs Newcastle extension, joins Swansea on loan
The keeper will spend next season in the Championship.
Aug 1, 11:03
Marvelous Nakamba pictured in December 2018
Aston Villa make Marvelous Nakamba second signing of day
The Premier League newcomers signed Heaton and Nakamba on Thursday.
Aug 1, 11:02
David Warner is first off on day one of the First Test of the Ashes on August 1, 2019
Australia's David Warner out for two at Edgbaston
Opener had a rocky time in the middle.
Aug 1, 10:35
Australia captain Tim Paine pictured before the 2019 Ashes opener on July 31, 2019
2019 Ashes series gets underway
Warner and Bancroft opened the batting for the tourists in Birmingham.
Aug 1, 10:33
Australia captain Tim Paine pictured before the 2019 Ashes opener on July 31, 2019
Australia choose to bat first in Ashes opener, Mitchelll Starc out
The five-Test series starts at Edgbaston.
Aug 1, 10:02
Stewart Downing celebrates making it three during the Championship game between Middlesbrough and Sheffield United on August 7, 2018
Race for Premier League sees released players paying the price
Players released by Sky Bet Championship clubs was at a six-year high this summer.
Aug 1, 09:35
General view of Oldham Athletic's Boundary Park from 2015
Oldham Athletic sign Tomas Egert on one-year deal from Burton Albion
The 25-year-old Czech has agreed a one-year deal.
Aug 1, 09:33
Arnaut Danjuma pictured in October 2018
Bournemouth complete Arnaut Danjuma signing
The 22-year-old is the Cherries' fourth summer signing.
Aug 1, 09:32
Naomi Osaka in action at Wimbledon on July 1, 2019
Naomi Osaka reflects on "rough" few months since Australian Open win
Osaka was emotional after losing in the first round of Wimbledon.
Aug 1, 08:59
Burnley goalkeeper Tom Heaton in action during the EFL Cup in 2018
Aston Villa complete signing of Burnley goalkeeper Tom Heaton
The experienced stopper is the latest new arrival at Villa Park this summer.
Aug 1, 08:51
Israel Folau pictured during an Australia training session in November 2018
Israel Folau starts legal action after being fired for anti-gay social media posts
The 30-year-old Christian says his contract termination was an unlawful act of religious discrimination.
Aug 1, 07:54
Matt Jarvis in action for Norwich City in February 2016
Matt Jarvis admits feeling "lonely" after Norwich release
Former England winger Jarvis is training with first club Gillingham as he looks to find a new side.
Aug 1, 07:42
Jamie Murray in action on September 15, 2018
Murray brothers into doubles quarter-finals in Washington
Former world number one Andy Murray had hip resurfacing surgery earlier this year.
Aug 1, 07:37
Ivory Coast's Wilfried Zaha celebrates scoring their first goal against Mali on July 8, 2019
Thursday Papers: Wilfried Zaha, Paulo Dybala, Axel Tuanzebe
Zaha, Dybala and Lihadji are all being talked about in Thursday's papers.
Aug 1, 07:14
Katherine Brunt of England celebrates the wicket of Rachael Haynes of Australia on July 31, 2019
England beat Australia by 17 runs in final Ashes T20
Australia had already secured victory in the points-based series.
Jul 31, 21:41
Mike Brown during England training on February 19, 2019
Mike Brown opens up on intense England World Cup preparations
Players have been losing considerable weight due to the tough conditions in Italy.
Jul 31, 21:39
Gareth Bale in action for Real Madrid on July 27, 2019
Zinedine Zidane: 'Gareth Bale must remember Real Madrid responsibilities'
The Welshman missed Real's trip to Germany after his proposed move to China fell through.
Jul 31, 21:38
Lille's Nicolas Pepe celebrates scoring against Nice on February 1, 2019
Lille president confirms imminent Nicolas Pepe to Arsenal move
The 24-year-old is on the verge of completing a move to the Emirates Stadium.
Jul 31, 19:28
Ryan Kent in action for Liverpool on July 28, 2019
Steven Gerrard admits defeat in Ryan Kent pursuit
Klopp insists Kent will only leave Liverpool on a permanent deal.
Jul 31, 19:17
Wolves manager Nuno Espirito Santo pictured on July 25, 2019
Nuno Espirito Santo warns Wolves against complacency in Europa League
Wolves are leading 2-0 from the first leg at Molineux last week.
Jul 31, 19:17
Justin Holbrook pictured in July 2019
Justin Holbrook backing himself to succeed at struggling Gold Coast Titans
The St Helens head coach will leave the Super League club at the end of the season.
Jul 31, 19:15
Jurgen Klopp celebrates winning the Champions League with Liverpool on June 1, 2019
Liverpool dominate shortlist for 2019 Best FIFA awards
Reds boss Jurgen Klopp and Spurs counterpart Mauricio Pochettino are among the nominees for the men's coach award.
Jul 31, 19:14
England captain Joe Root pictured before the 2019 Ashes opener on July 31, 2019
Ashes: What to look out for on day one at Edgbaston
England are looking to regain the urn after a 4-0 defeat in Australia.
Jul 31, 19:14
Tiger Woods pictured on July 19, 2019
Tiger Woods commits to play at PGA Tour play-off openers
The American could play his way into the season-ending Tour Championship.
Jul 31, 17:56
Karen Carney pictured on June 14, 2019
Karen Carney: 'England need to improve mentality and fitness'
The 31-year-old represented her country at four World Cups.
Jul 31, 17:45
Joe Root is dismissed on July 24, 2019
Joe Root looking to "lead from the front" against Australia
The England captain will move up the batting order to number three.
Jul 31, 17:37
Brad Smith in action for Bournemouth in February 2017
Bournemouth's Brad Smith to stay with Seattle Sounders until October
The former Liverpool defender originally joined the MLS club last August.
Jul 31, 17:21
Ki-Jana Hoever in action during the FA Cup third-round game between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Liverpool on January 7, 2019
Ki-Jana Hoever signs first professional deal with Liverpool
The Dutchman has agreed terms on his first professional contract.
Jul 31, 17:20
Toni Duggan pictured in November 2018
Toni Duggan joins Atletico Madrid Women on two-year deal
The 28-year-old played for England at this summer's Women's World Cup.
Jul 31, 17:19
David Brooks celebrates scoring for Bournemouth on April 13, 2019
David Brooks to miss first three months of new season
The 22-year-old will miss Wales' next three Euro 2020 qualifiers.
Jul 31, 17:18
General view of Bury's Gigg Lane from 2014
High Court dismisses Bury winding-up petition
The Shakers' opening game against MK Dons has been postponed because of their financial problems.
Jul 31, 17:17
Fernando Forestieri in action for Sheffield Wednesday on October 3, 2018
Fernando Forestieri "devastated" by six-game ban for racist language
Forestieri was found to have used racist language towards Mansfield defender Krystian Pearce in a friendly last summer.
Jul 31, 15:28
General view of McDiarmid Park, home to St Johnstone, from 2015
St Johnstone snap up goalkeeper Max Johnstone
The 20-year-old is the second stopper signed this summer by the club.
Jul 31, 15:27
England captain Joe Root pictured before the 2019 Ashes opener on July 31, 2019
Ashes: Five talking points ahead of first Test
Here, PA looks at the key issues heading into the opener.
Jul 31, 15:26
Australia captain Tim Paine pictured before the 2019 Ashes opener on July 31, 2019
Tim Paine accepts Australia will be judged by on-field behaviour
Thursday's first Ashes Test could mark the first time Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft all play together since 'Sandpapergate'.
Jul 31, 15:15
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes pictured on December 2, 2018
Derek McInnes hopeful Europa League progress will aid transfer chances
Aberdeen have a player shortage at the back.
Jul 31, 15:15
General view of Fir Park, home of Motherwell, from November 2011
Motherwell captain Peter Hartley not taking starting place for granted
The skipper has spent much of 2019 on the bench.
Jul 31, 15:14
Celtic manager Neil Lennon as Nomme Kalju coach Roman Kozhukhovskyi looks on on July 24, 2019
Celtic's Marian Shved "very happy" with debut goal
The 22-year-old was signed last season but immediately loaned back to his former club Karpaty Lviv.
Jul 31, 15:13
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