FIFA HQ pictured in September 2017
FIFA end plans to expand 2022 World Cup from 32 to 48 teams
The world governing body had considered expanding the event to 48 teams.
May 22, 21:14
 Thomas Bach pictured on May 22, 2019
IOC confirms boxing at Tokyo 2020 Olympics
AIBA has been banned from helping to organise the sport's participation in the Japanese capital following an inquiry committee report.
May 22, 17:42
 Scott Sinclair in action for Celtic on December 2, 2018
Scott Sinclair sets sights on completing triple treble with Celtic
The Celtic winger has been delighted by a one-year extension clause in his contract being triggered by the club.
May 22, 17:38
 England's Joe Root celebrates a half century on May 19, 2019
Joe Root promises smarter batting approach at World Cup
The England captain has tried to emulate his big-hitting teammates in recent matches.
May 22, 17:36
 Former Australia captain Steve Smith in action during his side's Test match with South Africa on March 25, 2018
Steve Smith marks Australia return with half-century
Khawaja was struck on the jaw by a steepling delivery in a World Cup warm-up match against the West Indies.
May 22, 17:35
 Carlton Morris pictured in March 2018
Carlton Morris extends Norwich City deal, joins Rotherham United on loan
Morris had a short loan spell with the Millers from January 2017.
May 22, 17:33
 Alex Hales during an England nets session on October 3, 2018
Alex Hales: 'England deserve to win World Cup'
The 30-year-old was due to be part of the 15-man squad named on Tuesday.
May 22, 17:29
 Joe Clarke pictured in 2016
Olympic champion Joe Clarke: 'Making Tokyo 2020 not guaraneteed'
The K1 gold medal has never been successfully defended at the Olympics.
May 22, 17:28
 Generic cricket image
Somerset retain top spot with victory over Warwickshire
Lancashire made it three wins from three with a six-wicket win over Worcestershire.
May 22, 17:25
 Ricky Sbragia pictured in 2009
Manchester United Under-23s boss Ricky Sbragia leaves Old Trafford
The Scot returned to the club in 2017 to lead the Under-23s.
May 22, 17:23
 Karen Bardsley pictured in May 2019
Karen Bardsley signs new Manchester City contract
The England goalkeeper will remain with the club until the end of the 2020-21 season.
May 22, 17:21
 Kieran Tierney in action for Celtic on April 14, 2019
Celtic full-back Kieran Tierney passed fit for Scottish Cup final
The defender will undergo an operation on a double hernia next week.
May 22, 17:16
 Aiden McGeady in action for Sunderland on April 22, 2019
Jack Ross: 'Aiden McGeady has a chance of making playoff final'
Sunderland face Charlton in the League One play-off final.
May 22, 17:15
 Arsenal Managing Director Vinai Venkatesham pictured in January 2019
Arsenal chief confident of landing top transfer targets
Unai Emery's squad are currently preparing for next week's Europa League final against Chelsea.
May 22, 17:13
 Curious Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri on April 18, 2019
Maurizio Sarri: 'Sack me now if Europa League final determines Chelsea fate'
Sarri says he will meet with the Chelsea hierarchy after the clash with Arsenal.
May 22, 14:33
 Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Spanish Grand Prix on May 12, 2019
Lewis Hamilton withdrawn from Monaco GP press duties due to Niki Lauda death
The Briton paid an emotional tribute to Lauda on social media following his death aged 70.
May 22, 14:19
 John Souttar celebrates scoring for Hearts on April 13, 2019
John Souttar: 'Scottish Cup glory would cap off recovery from administration'
Hearts take on Celtic in the final at Hampden on Saturday.
May 22, 14:18
 England's Joe Root celebrates a half century on May 19, 2019
Ben Stokes: 'Joe Root is England's rock'
Root averaged 50.75 runs during the ODI series against Pakistan.
May 22, 14:17
 Former Australia captain Steve Smith in action during his side's Test match with South Africa on March 25, 2018
Steve Smith, David Warner return to Australia duty in World Cup warm-up match
The pair were each banned for 12 months for their part in the ball-tampering scandal.
May 22, 14:16
 Rudi Garcia pictured on May 12, 2019
Rudi Garcia steps down as Marseille manager
The 55-year-old led OM to last year's Europa League final.
May 22, 14:14
 Curious Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri on April 18, 2019
Maurizio Sarri to discuss Chelsea future after Europa League final
The Italian has two years remaining on his contract at Stamford Bridge.
May 22, 14:12
 Sean Longstaff in action for Newcastle United on July 24, 2018
Manchester United 'lining up £20m bid for Sean Longstaff'
The Newcastle midfielder is wanted as part of Solskjaer's summer overhaul at Old Trafford.
May 22, 12:20
 Manchester City's Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring their fifth goal against Watford on May 18, 2019
Raheem Sterling calls for talks with FA over harsher racism punishments
The Manchester City striker believes the FA and Premier League are not doing enough to stamp racist abuse out of the game.
May 22, 12:20
 Heather Watson in action in Nottingham on June 12, 2018
Katie Swan, Heather Watson close in on French Open qualification
Swan claimed her second career victory over a played ranked in the top 100.
May 22, 11:30
 Luca Connell in action for Bolton Wanderers on April 22, 2019
Luca Connell "confused" by Republic of Ireland call-up
The teenager made 15 appearances for Bolton last season.
May 22, 11:28
 Robbie Neilson pictured in January 2018
Peter Pawlett: 'Dundee United belong in Premiership'
United face St Mirren over two legs this week.
May 22, 11:27
 Niki Lauda pictured on March 20, 2018
Monaco Grand Prix: Five talking points as F1 remembers Niki Lauda
The world of Formula One will be remembering Niki Lauda in Monaco this weekend following his death on Monday.
May 22, 11:25
 Henrikh Mkhitaryan grabs a quick equaliser during the Premier League game between Southampton and Arsenal on December 16, 2018
Amnesty accuses Azerbaijan of hiding human rights abuse behind football
Baku is preparing to host the Europa League final between Arsenal and Chelsea.
May 22, 11:23
 England's Joe Root celebrates a half century on May 19, 2019
Joe Root: 'England deserve status as World Cup favourites'
Root believes England have unprecedented strength in depth heading into the tournament.
May 22, 11:21
 General view of St Mirren Park from 2009
Kyle Magennis: 'Premiership survival would be massive for St Mirren'
Saints face Dundee United in the first leg of their relegation play-off on Thursday.
May 22, 11:20
 Bolton owner Ken Anderson pictured in October 2018
Bolton Wanderers winding-up petition suspended after administration
Bolton still owes more than £1million to HMRC.
May 22, 11:18
 Brighton manager Chris Hughton pictured on May 5, 2019
Chris Hughton: 'I was hugely surprised by Brighton & Hove Albion dismissal'
The manager was sacked a day after the season ended.
May 22, 10:09
 Pat Lam pictured in May 2019
Bristol head coach Pat Lam becomes new director of rugby
Lam will see his title change from head coach to director of rugby.
May 22, 10:06
 Thorgan Hazard pictured in November 2018
Borussia Dortmund complete Thorgan Hazard signing
Hazard scored 40 goals in 176 appearances during his five years with Borussia Moenchengladbach.
May 22, 10:03
 Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (7) shoots against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center on February 6, 2019.
Raptors level finals series against Bucks
The Raptors levelled the Eastern Conference finals series at 2-2.
May 22, 07:43
 Eden Hazard gives the thumbs-up on May 12, 2019
Christian Pulisic hopeful of playing with Eden Hazard for Chelsea next season
The United States international will arrive at Stamford Bridge this summer after spending the second half of the season on loan at Borussia Dortmund.
May 22, 06:30
 Daniel James celebrates scoring for Swansea City on April 2, 2019
Wednesday Papers: Daniel James, Marko Arnautovic, Hakim Ziyech
Daniel Sturridge and Daniel James are among the names on Wednesday's back pages.
May 22, 06:22
 Republic of Ireland manager Mick McCarthy pictured on March 22, 2019
Republic of Ireland boss Mick McCarthy wary of "all work and no play"
Robbie Keane will be the manager's key ally.
May 22, 06:16
 Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech claps supporters after his side's Premier League defeat to Manchester City on August 12, 2018
Petr Cech ignoring reports of Chelsea return ahead of Europa League final
The veteran goalkeeper has been linked with a move back to Stamford Bridge.
May 22, 06:13
 Henrikh Mkhitaryan in action for Arsenal on August 12, 2018
Arsenal to meet with UEFA over Henrikh Mkhitaryan absence in Europa League final
The Armenian's safety is a concern because of the dispute between his country and Azerbaijan.
May 22, 06:12
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