Manchester United forward Alexis Sanchez in action against Leicester City on February 3, 2019
Friday Papers: Alexis Sanchez, Marcus Rashford, Dani Ceballos
Marcus Rashford, Nicolo Zaniolo and Alexis Sanchez make up the back-page gossip on Friday.
Apr 26, 06:02
Manchester City midfielder Fernandinho goes down injury during the derby against Manchester United on April 24, 2019
Fernandinho: Man City compete "like animals"
City returned to the top of the table with a vital victory over rivals Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Apr 26, 06:00
Michael van Gerwen in action in March 2016
James Wade holds Michael Van Gerwen to draw in Birmingham
Three of the four matches ended in draws.
Apr 26, 05:53
Zinedine Zidane ahead of Real Madrid's La Liga fixture with Celta Vigo on March 16, 2019.
Zinedine Zidane: "We played well and deserved a lot more"
The Madrid boss thought his team did enough to win the match.
Apr 26, 05:50
Pablo Zabaleta in action for West Ham United in a friendly on July 14, 2018
Pablo Zabaleta confident Pep Guardiola will stay at Man City
The former City full-back hopes to go into management himself one day.
Apr 26, 05:46
Trevor Sinclair pictured in November 2015
Trevor Sinclair urges players to stay on the field in face of racism
The ex-England winger wants tougher sanctions against racism and more diversity throughout the game but does not think walking off is the answer.
Apr 25, 20:45
Rangers boss Steven Gerrard pictured in December 2018
Steven Gerrard watches on as Rangers beat Celtic in Youth Cup final
Rangers beat Celtic in Youth Cup final
Apr 25, 20:41
Mo Farah finishes third at the London Marathon on April 22, 2018
Haile Gebrselassie accuses Sir Mo Farah of holding "grudge"
Farah said he was the victim of an alleged robbery at Gebrselassie's hotel while the Ethiopian claims Farah has a "grudge" against him.
Apr 25, 20:09
James Forrest in action for Celtic in the Champions League on July 18, 2018
James Forrest urges Celtic to pay fitting tribute to club icon Billy McNeill
'Lisbon Lion' McNeill died earlier this week following a battle with dementia.
Apr 25, 20:06
Elise Christie pictured in March 2019
Elise Christie reveals two-year battle with depression and anxiety
The Scottish speed skater is targeting medals at the 2022 Winter Games.
Apr 25, 20:04
A frustrated Marco Silva in charge of Everton on March 9, 2019
Marco Silva claims Everton deserve more credit for Manchester United rout
As Everton celebrated a 4-0 win, the focus was all on opponents Manchester United.
Apr 25, 20:00
Mo Farah finishes third at the London Marathon on April 22, 2018
Mo Farah coach accuses Haile Gebrselassie of lying as war of words escalates
Briton's coach disputes Ethiopian's version of events in hotel.
Apr 25, 19:55
Curious Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri on April 18, 2019
Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri hit by FA fine after Burnley dismissal
The 60-year-old was frustrated by Burnley's approach to the game and was eventually sent off in stoppage time.
Apr 25, 19:55
Willian celebrates getting the second for Chelsea against Dynamo Kiev on March 7, 2019
Willian has kickabout with 11-year-old Chelsea fan
Daniel McGee from Co Tyrone, Northern Ireland, got a big surprise after travelling for his first Blues game.
Apr 25, 19:51
Ali Carter in action in November 2015
Ali Carter into second round of World Championship
The 39-year-old had to come through qualifying to reach the Crucible.
Apr 25, 19:49
Ralph Hasenhuttl in charge of Southampton on April 23, 2019
Ralph Hasenhuttl: 'Southampton in fantastic situation for survival'
The Saints edged closer to top-flight safety with a point at Watford.
Apr 25, 19:48
General view of St Mirren Park from 2009
Oran Kearney urges St Mirren to build on Livingston win
The Buddies are now six points above rock-bottom Dundee after defeating Livingston last weekend.
Apr 25, 19:44
Brighton manager Chris Hughton on April 23, 2019
Chris Hughton still confident Brighton & Hove Albion will avoid relegation
Albion's last top-flight goal came on March 9.
Apr 25, 19:40
Former Celtic captain Billy McNeill pictured in 2006
Neil Lennon calls on Celtic to retire Billy McNeill number
Former Hoops captain McNeill died earlier this week.
Apr 25, 19:34
Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Chinese Grand Prix on April 14, 2019
Lewis Hamilton: 'Charles Leclerc could rebel against being Ferrari number two'
The five-time world champion says being asked to play a supporting role goes against the core values of racing drivers.
Apr 25, 19:33
Unimpressed Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured on April 21, 2019
Jurgen Klopp: 'I will not give Ole Gunnar Solskjaer any advice'
Anfield club are seeing their rivals struggle
Apr 25, 19:30
Manchester City players celebrate scoring their second goal against Manchester United on April 24, 2019
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp "expected" Manchester City derby win
Manchester City's 2-0 win at Old Trafford on Wednesday was a potentially decisive result.
Apr 25, 19:27
Huddersfield Town manager Jan Siewert reacts emotionally during their Premier League match with Arsenal on February 9, 2019.
Jan Siewert: 'Jurgen Klopp one of the best managers in the world'
The Terriers will take on title challengers Liverpool on Friday night.
Apr 25, 19:25
Ryan Babel equalises for Fulham against Liverpool on March 17, 2019
Scott Parker: 'I will not hold Ryan Babel back from leaving'
The Cottagers are preparing for life back in the Championship next season.
Apr 25, 14:51
Mohamed Salah arrives at the Time 100 event in New York on April 23, 2019
Jurgen Klopp praises "smart" and "influential" Mohamed Salah
The Egypt international was named as one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people of 2019
Apr 25, 14:47
Mo Farah finishes third at the London Marathon on April 22, 2018
Haile Gebrselassie claims Sir Mo Farah 'punched and kicked' husband and wife
The pair are involved in an unsavoury public dispute.
Apr 25, 13:24
Brian Rice pictured at Hibs in 2009
Brian Rice warns Marios Ogkmpoe he is not guaranteed sporting spot
The big striker grabbed his first goal after an 11-month knee injury lay-off against Motherwell.
Apr 25, 13:23
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
An interview with a former Fantasy Premier League champ
Ben Crabtree won the prestigious title in 2017, but has struggled to reproduce that form.
Apr 25, 13:23
Unimpressed Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured on April 21, 2019
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer: 'Manchester United can still finish in top four'
United lie sixth, three points off the top four.
Apr 25, 13:22
England's Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring against Czech Republic on March 22, 2019
PFA plans to show government extent of racist abuse in football
The PFA's #Enough campaign urged players to stay off social media for 24 hours.
Apr 25, 13:22
Anthony Watson pictured in March 2018
Bath winger Anthony Watson to return from 13-month absence against Sale
The England international has not played since last season's Six Nations.
Apr 25, 13:21
Jim McIntyre in charge of Ross County in March 2016
Jim McIntyre: "It's hard to stay upbeat and confident"
Dundee are six points adrift at the foot of the Ladbrokes Premiership table with just four matches left of the season.
Apr 25, 13:20
General view of Charlton Athletic's The Valley from August 2015
Charlton takeover almost complete
Addicks owner Roland Duchatelet has wanted to sell the club since the end of 2017.
Apr 25, 13:19
Sam Billings during an England nets session in June 2017
Sam Billings adds to England's injury concerns
The 27-year-old was forced off the field after hurting himself against Glamorgan.
Apr 25, 13:18
Ryan Babel equalises for Fulham against Liverpool on March 17, 2019
The players you should consider for your FPL run-in
Everton have been solid in defence.
Apr 25, 13:18
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp watches on on March 17, 2019
Jurgen Klopp "calm" after Man City gain edge in title race
City hold a one-point lead over Liverpool with three games left.
Apr 25, 13:17
Son Heung-min in action for Spurs on April 23, 2019
Son confident Tottenham can cope without him in Champions League semi-final
The South Korea forward will miss the first leg of the Champions League semi-final through suspension.
Apr 25, 13:16
Sokratis Papastathopoulos sees red for Arsenal during their Europa League clash with Rennes on March 7, 2019
Sokratis: 'Arsenal not out of top-four race'
The Gunners round off their campaign with games against Leicester, Brighton and Burnley.
Apr 25, 13:16
James Tavernier in action for Rangers on May 5, 2018
Rangers skipper James Tavernier receives racist abuse on social media
The defender shared an image of the abuse on Instagram.
Apr 25, 13:15
Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez watches his side take on Wolves on February 11, 2019
The saga surrounding Rafael Benitez at Newcastle - key questions
The 59-year-old has secured a third successive Premier League season for the Magpies.
Apr 25, 10:49
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