Dylan Hartley during an England training session on November 23, 2018
England co-captain Dylan Hartley to miss Six Nations opener against Ireland
The hooker sustained a knee injury playing for Northampton in December.
Jan 17, 10:13
Mousa Dembele in action for Tottenham Hotspur against Manchester United on August 27, 2018
Mousa Dembele agrees Guangzhou R&F deal
Dembele spent six-and-a-half years with Tottenham.
Jan 17, 09:46
Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa on January 11, 2019
Sport's spying controversies
Eddie Jones claims England were filmed by an unidentified cameraman during training ahead of the Rugby World Cup semi-finals.
Jan 17, 08:57
James Harden in action for Houston Rockets on January 16, 2019
Harden stars again but Rockets crash to Nets loss
Brooklyn emerged victorious despite 58 points from the reigning NBA MVP.
Jan 17, 07:45
Steven Bergwijn in action for PSV in the Champions League on September 18, 2018
Football rumours from the media
Frenkie De Jong, Steven Bergwijn and Jack Clarke make up the back-page news on Thursday.
Jan 17, 06:15
Andre Agassi pictured in January 2018
I root for him: Agassi believes Djokovic can surpass Federer's grand slam record
Djokovic worked with Agassi before returning to long-time coach Marian Vajda.
Jan 17, 05:35
Elina Svitolina in action at the Australian Open on January 17, 2019
Svitolina advances to third round – but stumped over Monfils relationship quiz
Monfils was spotted in Svitolina's player box during her second-round victory at Melbourne Park.
Jan 17, 04:50
Team England's Jess Varnish at the 2014 Commonwealth Games
Jess Varnish set to give her view after losing employment tribunal
The track rider failed in a bid to be treated as an employee by British Cycling and UK Sport.
Jan 17, 04:30
Derby County manager Frank Lampard celebrates on January 16, 2019
Frank Lampard: Derby players deserved moment in spotlight
Lampard's Rams recovered from a two-goal deficit to edge past Premier League Southampton 5-3 on penalties.
Jan 17, 00:50
Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa on January 11, 2019
Frank Lampard not happy with Marcelo Bielsa's latest press conference
Bielsa went to extreme lengths to show all the detailed analysis he does on opponents.
Jan 16, 23:49
Nathan Redmond celebrates scoring for Southampton on January 5, 2019
Derby hold their nerve to beat Southampton on penalties
The Rams came from two goals down at St Mary's to take the tie into extra time and spot-kicks.
Jan 16, 22:45
Monaco coach Thierry Henry reacts on January 16, 2019
Thierry Henry: Monaco did not do enough to beat 10-man Nice
Monaco coach not happy as his side fail to pick up first home Ligue 1 win of the season.
Jan 16, 22:16
England bowler Olly Stone pictured in October 2018
Joe Root feels for Olly Stone after injury sends him home from the Caribbean
The paceman has a back problem.
Jan 16, 22:10
Stuart Broad in action for England on September 8, 2018
Stuart Broad takes hat-trick as England enjoy fine day in the Caribbean
The tourists suffered an injury blow with Olly Stone ruled out of the Tests.
Jan 16, 21:00
Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa on January 11, 2019
Marcelo Bielsa: Leeds have spied on every rival this season
Bielsa has been heavily criticised by some managers and television pundits, while retaining the full support of others.
Jan 16, 20:53
Derby County boss Frank Lampard watches on during his side's Championship clash with Leeds United on August 11, 2018
Frank Lampard refuses to address Marcelo Bielsa's latest press conference
Alan Shearer and Jermaine Jenas commented on the events.
Jan 16, 20:38
Monaco manager Thierry Henry and Nice boss Patrick Vieira during their Ligue 1 clash on January 16, 2019
Henry and Vieira share entertaining draw as Monaco held by 10-man Nice
Benoit Badiashile header earns struggling Monaco a 1-1 draw.
Jan 16, 20:17
Juventus players celebrate winning the Italian Super Cup against AC Milan on January 16, 2019
Cristiano Ronaldo nets the winner as Juventus win Italian Super Cup
The forward struck in the second half.
Jan 16, 19:49
Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde pictured on November 24, 2018
'We are up against it': Valverde to recall big guns for Levante second leg
Barcelona trail 2-1 from the first leg.
Jan 16, 19:39
Jess Varnish pictured in August 2014
Jess Varnish loses landmark legal battle with British Cycling and UK Sport
The track rider has failed in a bid to be treated as an employee, probably ending her hopes of damages for being cut from the GB team before Rio.
Jan 16, 19:31
Stuart Broad in action for England on September 8, 2018
Stuart Broad claims hat-trick as England bowlers shine in Barbados
The home side were 131 for 11 at the tea interval.
Jan 16, 19:10
General view outside Arsenal's Emirates Stadium on August 12, 2018
Arsenal defend ticket allocation for FA Cup clash against Manchester United
MUST hit out after the Gunners handed just 8.7 per cent of tickets for the January 25 meeting at the Emirates Stadium to United fans.
Jan 16, 18:54
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers on January 14, 2019
Manchester City frustrated by Checkatrade Trophy quarter-final scheduling
Requests were turned down to move the game by the English Football League, organisers of both competitions.
Jan 16, 18:49
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
Chinese commentator buys shares in Motherwell
The unlikely backer is a fan of fan-ownership.
Jan 16, 18:05
Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa on January 11, 2019
Marcelo Bielsa: Leeds have observed every rival this season
The Argentinian was adamant he has done nothing illegal.
Jan 16, 17:47
Johnny Sexton in action for Ireland on November 17, 2018
Johnny Sexton making 'good progress' ahead of Six Nations opener
The reigning World Player of the Year has been troubled by a knee tendon issue and will miss Leinster's final European Champions Cup group game.
Jan 16, 17:01
South Korea forward Son Heung-min in action during the Asian Cup clash with China on January 16, 2019
Tottenham star Son shines in South Korea's Asian Cup win against China
The forward was instrumental in his side's final group match.
Jan 16, 16:49
St Johnstone manager Tommy Wright pictured in January 2016
Liam Gordon signs new St Johnstone deal
Gordon has made nine appearances for the club this season.
Jan 16, 16:04
Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa on January 11, 2019
Leeds boss Bielsa calls Wednesday evening press conference
The Argentine admitted on Friday that he was responsible for sending a Leeds staff member to watch a Derby training session.
Jan 16, 15:53
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
Celtic is the only club I would have left Ireland for, says Damien Duff
The former winger is the new reserve team coach at Celtic.
Jan 16, 15:49
Callum Hudson-Odoi in action for Chelsea on December 26, 2018
Bayern Munich 'in talks with Chelsea' about Callum Hudson-Odoi
The German club made their interest in the teenage winger public last week.
Jan 16, 15:41
Joey Barton in charge of Fleetwood Town on September 8, 2018
Fleetwood manager Joey Barton fined by FA over referee comments
The former Newcastle, Manchester City and England midfielder spoke out after a 2-1 defeat at Bristol Rovers.
Jan 16, 15:37
Caroline Wozniacki during an Australian Open training session on January 11, 2019
Defending champion Caroline Wozniacki sets up Maria Sharapova clash in Melbourne
Wozniacki has won six of her previous meetings with Sharapova.
Jan 16, 14:57
New Golf generic
Lowry equals course record with 62 to get off to flying start in Abu Dhabi
Lowry carded 10 birdies and no bogeys in a flawless opening round.
Jan 16, 14:35
Rafael Nadal in action at the Australian Open on January 16, 2019
Highlights from day three at the Australian Open
The highlights from the third day of play at Melbourne Park.
Jan 16, 14:29
Alex de Minaur in action at the Australian Open on January 16, 2019
De Minaur set for major test against Nadal in Melbourne
Australian number one Alex De Minaur lost to the Spaniard at Wimbledon last summer.
Jan 16, 14:26
Harry Kane celebrates scoring for Tottenham Hotspur against Cardiff City on January 1, 2019.
Kane is latest star to suffer World Cup injury hangover
Several Premier League players who competed in Russia have suffered setbacks.
Jan 16, 13:46
Arsenal manager Unai Emery watches on during his side's Premier League clash with West Ham on January 12, 2019
'Friction' with players can benefit team, says Arsenal boss Emery
The Spaniard says he is prepared to have uncomfortable conversations with players.
Jan 16, 13:33
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
Steven Boyd signs new Hamilton contract
The 21-year-old forward is a graduate of the club's academy.
Jan 16, 13:31
Gregor Townsend in charge of Scotland on March 10, 2018
Townsend determined to remain upbeat as injuries take toll on Scotland
The Scotland coach has included seven uncapped players in his 39-man squad.
Jan 16, 13:17
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