Brian Rice pictured at Hibs in 2009
Brian Rice backs youngster Lewis Smith to break into first team
The 19-year-old scored in the Betfred Cup win over Clyde.
Jul 18, 10:44
Trevor Bayliss pictured on Auguist 17, 2018
World Cup-winning coach Trevor Bayliss to take charge of IPL team
Sunrisers Hyderabad is Trevor's choice after forthcoming Ashes series.
Jul 18, 10:44
Rory McIlroy in the rough at The Open on July 17, 2019
Open favourite Rory McIlroy shoots quadruple-bogey on opening hole
The Northern Irishman suffered a nightmare start at Royal Portrush.
Jul 18, 10:42
Graeme McDowell pictured in March 2019
McDowell got Open hopes back on course by 'facing demons of mortality'
The former US Open champion had fallen to 259th in the world.
Jul 18, 09:50
Josh Vela pictured in December 2017
Josh Vela joins Hibernian from Bolton Wanderers
The midfielder arrives in Edinburgh from troubled Bolton.
Jul 18, 09:50
Chris Froome pictured in July 2018
Chris Froome welcomes decision to award him 2011 Vuelta a Espana victory
It is Froome's seventh title from one of cycling's three-week races.
Jul 18, 09:33
Steve Bruce in charge of Sheffield Wednesday on February 12, 2019
Steve Bruce takes charge of first Newcastle United training session
The 58-year-old flew straight to Shanghai after signing his deal.
Jul 18, 09:32
Northern Ireland's Darren Clarke during the first round on July 18, 2019
Home favourite Darren Clarke takes surprise lead at Open
Clarke's playing partner James Sugrue was just one shot behind him on Thursday morning.
Jul 18, 08:19
Netherlands defender Matthijs de Ligt scores against England in the UEFA Nations League semi-final on June 6, 2019
Matthijs de Ligt: An in-depth look at the new Juventus signing
The teenager starred in Ajax's run to the Champions League semi-finals this season.
Jul 18, 08:16
Ajax captain Matthijs de Ligt pictured in March 2019
Matthijs de Ligt completes £68m Juventus move
Juve spent 75 million euros to bring the highly-rated centre-back to the Allianz Stadium.
Jul 18, 07:54
Northern Ireland's Darren Clarke during the first round on July 18, 2019
The Open is under way - and Darren Clarke feels right at home
The 2011 winner gets a birdie at the first.
Jul 18, 06:18
Neymar in action for PSG on January 23, 2019
Thursday's papers: Neymar, Paul Pogba, Wilfried Zaha
Zinedine Zidane is reportedly looking to sell five players to pay for Paul Pogba.
Jul 18, 05:10
Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood pictured in May 2019
Solskjaer will nurture Mason Greenwood's 'frightening' ability, says Rashford
Greenwood scored his first senior goal for Manchester United during their pre-season tour.
Jul 18, 05:00
Celtic boss Neil Lennon pictured on May 19, 2019
Celtic's Bolingoli admits his defending needs more work
The left-back said he was at fault for Sarajevo's goal in Celtic's 2-1 win over the Bosnians.
Jul 18, 03:31
Northern Ireland's Darren Clarke during the first round on July 18, 2019
The Open day one: Darren Clarke with the honour of opening tee shot
Reigning Open champion Franceso Molinari will launch his defence at 9.58am.
Jul 18, 03:30
General view of St Mirren Park from 2009
Goodwin admits defeat in bid to sign Verheydt
The St Mirren manager had been hoping to bring in the Dutch striker.
Jul 17, 21:57
Nigeria's Odion Ighalo celebrates scoring their first goal against Tunisia on July 17, 2019
Ighalo on target to earn Nigeria third place
The former Watford striker is the tournament's five-goal top scorer ahead of Friday's final.
Jul 17, 21:50
Leigh Griffiths celebrates scoring for Celtic in the Europa League on August 30, 2018
Neil Lennon backs Leigh Griffiths to make 'significant contribution' for Celtic
Griffiths returned on Wednesday having not played a competitive game since December last year after taking time out to deal with personal issues.
Jul 17, 21:38
Brian Rice pictured at Hibs in 2009
Rice lauds academy graduate Smith following victory over Clyde
The 19-year-old netted in the 3-1 win in the Betfred Cup.
Jul 17, 21:36
General view of Huddersfield Town's John Smith's Stadium taken May 2018
FA contacts Huddersfield over sponsor's logo on new kit
The Terriers wore the strip in a 3-1 friendly win at Rochdale.
Jul 17, 21:25
Brian Rice pictured at Hibs in 2009
Teenager Smith on target as Hamilton win at Clyde
Scott McMann and Blair Alston also found the net for the visitors.
Jul 17, 21:19
Alastair Cook pictured in September 2018
Alastair Cook watched World Cup win in 'disbelief' with Essex teammates
England beat New Zealand in dramatic circumstances on Sunday to lift the Cricket World Cup.
Jul 17, 21:08
General view of St Mirren Park from 2009
Late Djorkaeff penalty sees St Mirren edge out Edinburgh City in Betfred Cup
Saints needed to bounce back after suffering defeat to Dunfermline in their previous tie.
Jul 17, 20:51
Leigh Griffiths celebrates scoring for Celtic in the Europa League on August 30, 2018
Leigh Griffiths makes comeback as Celtic cruise past Sarajevo
Griffiths was given a huge ovation as he came on for his first competitive appearance since December last year.
Jul 17, 20:50
Jean Michael Seri in action for Ivory Coast at the 2019 Africa Cup on Nations
Jean Michael Seri closing in on Galatasaray loan
The Ivory Coast international has failed to live up to expectations at Craven Cottage.
Jul 17, 19:54
Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany lifts the 2018-19 Premier League trophy
Guardiola will let players choose new captain
The retirement of Vincent Kompany has left Manchester City without an on-field leader.
Jul 17, 18:41
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes pictured on December 2, 2018
Dons must try and make light work of Finns - Derek McInnes
The Dons hold a 2-1 lead going into the second leg of their Europa League qualifier against RoPS Rovaniemi.
Jul 17, 18:34
Geraint Thomas in action at the Tour de France on July 7, 2019
Tour de France leader Alaphilippe tips Thomas to defend crown
The Frenchman's lead is expected to come under threat in the coming days.
Jul 17, 18:04
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Jack Taylor and Benny Howell bat Gloucestershire into strong position
Jack Taylor and Benny Howell bat Gloucestershire into strong position
Jul 17, 17:53
Tracey Neville pictured in 2015
Neville believes England are ready for South Africa test
The Roses defeated Trinidad and Tobago 72-46.
Jul 17, 17:36
Norwich City youngster Max Aarons in action in December 2018
Max Aarons commits to Norwich with five-year contract
Aarons helped Norwich win the Sky Bet Championship last season.
Jul 17, 17:28
Jason Roy in action for England on June 30, 2019
Smith backs Roy to use World Cup triumph as ideal launchpad for Test debut
The England batsman has been selected to play against Ireland ahead of facing Australia in the Ashes.
Jul 17, 17:00
Jason Roy in action for England on June 30, 2019
Jason Roy's blistering one-day form earns him a chance at Test level
England have been searching for a solution to their opening conundrum in recent years.
Jul 17, 16:35
General view of Bolton Wanderers' University of Bolton Stadium taken 2016
Bolton players 'in need of support' after not being paid for 20 weeks
The club has been forced to call off its pre-season friendly at Chester.
Jul 17, 16:29
Manchester City winger Leroy Sane in action during the Premier League clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers on January 14, 2019
Guardiola confirms Sane to remain at City despite Bayern interest
Sane was one of the stand-out players as Manchester City beat West Ham 4-1 in a pre-season friendly in Shanghai.
Jul 17, 16:23
Kieran Trippier pictured in Tottenham Hotspur training ahead of the 2019 Champions League final
Kieran Trippier quits Spurs for Atletico Madrid
The full-back could be followed out of Tottenham by Danny Rose.
Jul 17, 16:22
Lotto Soudal rider Caleb Ewan of Australia celebrates winning the stage on the podium on July 17, 2019
Caleb Ewan claims first career Tour de France stage win
Yellow jersey holder Julian Alaphilippe and defending champion Geraint Thomas finished safely in the pack.
Jul 17, 16:20
David Nugent in action for Derby County on December 26, 2017
Preston North End snap up David Nugent after Derby County release
The 34-year-old also played for Bury, Portsmouth, Leicester, and Middlesbrough.
Jul 17, 15:40
Hoffenheim forward Joelinton pictured in December 2018
Hoffenheim confirm Joelinton Premier League talks amid Newcastle interest
The Magpies are understood to have been monitoring the Brazilian for some time.
Jul 17, 15:39
Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood pictured in May 2019
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer heaps praise on "natural" Mason Greenwood after Leeds win
17-year-old Mason Greenwood scored his first senior goal for Manchester United in a 4-0 pre-season friendly defeat of Leeds.
Jul 17, 15:37
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