Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus celebrates completing his hat-trick in the EFL Cup semi-final with Burton Albion on January 9, 2019
Easing off the throttle not in Manchester City's nature – Gabriel Jesus
City ran riot on Wednesday as they thrashed League One Burton 9-0 in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final.
Jan 10, 13:00
Crystal Palace defender Pape Souare pictured in August 2018
Souare out for two months following shoulder surgery
The Senegal full-back suffered the injury during the FA Cup tie against Grimsby.
Jan 10, 11:59
Nikola Vlasic in action for Everton in pre-season on July 26, 2018
Vlasic criticises Everton's 'awful' game under former boss Allardyce
The 21-year-old was signed by Ronald Koeman from Hadjuk Split in August 2017.
Jan 10, 11:14
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
Pilkingtoin joins Wigan after leaving Cardiff
The 30-year-old striker has won nine caps for the Republic of Ireland.
Jan 10, 10:59
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
Fredrik Brustad returns to Norway following Hamilton stint
The striker had been on a season-long loan with the Accies.
Jan 10, 10:45
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
Lewis Spence shown the door by Dundee
The midfielder was out of favour at Dens Park.
Jan 10, 10:32
Andy Murray in action during an Australian Open warm-up match on January 10, 2019
8 intriguing match-ups at the Australian Open
Eight first-round matches to grab the attention.
Jan 10, 10:29
Jermain Defoe with a pair of balls on November 10, 2018
Watch: Rangers' new recruit Jermain Defoe scores on his Tottenham debut
Former England striker has a tremendous track record for making a flying start.
Jan 10, 10:18
Dan Evans in action in April 2017
Evans and Dart advance into final round of Australian Open qualifying
Dan Evans will face Paolo Lorenzi of Italy for a place in the main draw at Melbourne Park.
Jan 10, 09:21
Giannis Antetokounmpo in action for Milwaukee Bucks on January 9, 2019
Giannis Antetokounmpo fires Milwaukee Bucks past Houston Rockets
Giannis Antetokounmpo came out on top as the Bucks faced the Rockets on the road.
Jan 10, 08:22
Andy Murray in action during an Australian Open warm-up match on January 10, 2019
Andy Murray to face Bautista Agut in Australian Open first round
Concerns about Murray's fitness grew as he struggled through a practice match against world number one Novak Djokovic at Melbourne Park on Thursday.
Jan 10, 07:58
Aaron Ramsey in action for Arsenal on January 1, 2019
Football rumours from the media
Is Aaron Ramsey leaving Arsenal after 10 years?
Jan 10, 06:55
Pep Guardiola gives orders during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on January 3, 2019
Pep Guardiola praises Manchester City's determination in 9-0 thrashing of Burton
It was a record victory in an English domestic cup semi-final.
Jan 10, 04:30
Gabriel Jesus celebrates scoring the second during the EFL Cup semi-final game between Manchester City and Burton Albion on January 9, 2019
5 heavy defeats in English football
Manchester City won the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi final against Burton 9-0 on Wednesday night.
Jan 10, 04:30
Andy Murray in action during an Australian Open warm-up match on January 10, 2019
Murray's Australian Open bid dealt a blow after match against Djokovic
Murray was trailing 6-1 4-1 when he shook hands with Djokovic.
Jan 10, 04:22
Real Madrid defender Nacho pictured in September 2018
Nacho: Win over Leganes was an opportunity to release pent-up anger
Real returned to winning ways.
Jan 9, 23:32
Pep Guardiola gives orders during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on January 3, 2019
Pep Guardiola taken aback by Manchester City annihilation of Burton
Brewers boss Nigel Clough suspected his League One side had "no chance" against the English champions.
Jan 9, 23:09
Neymar looks dejected after the final whistle during the Champions League group game between Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain on September 18, 2018
PSG crash out of Coupe de la Ligue following shock defeat to Guingamp
Guingamp converted two penalties inside the last 10 minutes to secure a famous win against the holders.
Jan 9, 22:30
Callum Hudson-Odoi in action for Chelsea on December 26, 2018
Alonso urges Hudson-Odoi to stay at Stamford Bridge
The Spanish defender believes the young prospect will not find a bigger club than Chelsea.
Jan 9, 22:30
Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus celebrates completing his hat-trick in the EFL Cup semi-final with Burton Albion on January 9, 2019
5 heavy defeats in English football
Manchester City won the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi final against Burton 9-0 on Wednesday night.
Jan 9, 22:19
Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde pictured on November 24, 2018
Valverde focused on winning another league and cup double with Barcelona
Barca won both domestic trophies during the 2017-18 campaign.
Jan 9, 19:58
General view outside Southend United's Roots Hall from 2015
Cash-strapped Southend back in trouble with HMRC over unpaid tax
The case is scheduled to be heard at the Royal Courts of Justice on February 6.
Jan 9, 18:34
Ashley Giles pictured in March 2014
Ashley Giles makes good on vow to return to the top with new ECB role
Giles has replaced Andrew Strauss and returned to the governing body after being fired in 2014.
Jan 9, 18:00
Gregg Wylde in action for Millwall in August 2016
Livingston sign former Rangers wideman Wylde on 18-month deal
The 27-year-old was released by Plymouth earlier this week.
Jan 9, 17:45
Joe Worrall in action for Rangers on December 29, 2018
Joe Worrall: Rangers' Old Firm win was 'a weight off the shoulders'
Rodgers had previously reigned supreme in Glasgow since taking over in 2016.
Jan 9, 17:43
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RFU head of medicine wants tougher sanctions for high tackles
Players are taking longer to recover from injuries, according to a new report.
Jan 9, 17:34
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
Arce and Alzate return to Brighton while defender Kerr joins Derry on loan
Centre-back Kerr joined the Seagulls from Celtic in 2017.
Jan 9, 16:15
Chelsea's Eden Hazard celebrates scoring against Watford in the Premier League on December 26, 2018.
Jenas claims Hazard has outgrown Chelsea and should move on
The Belgian playmaker has been deployed regularly as a false nine rather than in midfield.
Jan 9, 16:11
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UFC's Tom Breese eyeing top 10 in middleweight rankings by end of year
Breese made an impressive start to life at the 185lb limit as he stopped Australia's Dan Kelly.
Jan 9, 16:10
Bolton owner Ken Anderson pictured in October 2018
Bolton chairman Ken Anderson voices frustrations as Forest Green row rumbles on
Anderson fanned the flames of their on-going row, which centres on the collapsed transfer of Forest Green striker Christian Doidge to Bolton.
Jan 9, 14:30
Lewis Baker in action for Leeds United on August 21, 2018
Lewis Baker returns to Chelsea after ending season-long loan early
The midfielder was due to stay at Elland Road for the whole campaign, but has seen his deal cut short.
Jan 9, 14:28
Ayoze Perez pictured on December 22, 2018
Ayoze Perez admits 'something is wrong' at Newcastle
The Magpies have won only four games all season.
Jan 9, 14:01
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers pictured on December 29, 2018
Attacking acquisitions can finally fill void left by Dembele departure – Rodgers
The Celtic boss accepts his side have struggled to cope with the loss of Dembele, who joined Lyon last summer.
Jan 9, 13:49
Luton Town manager Nathan Jones pictured on December 2, 2018
Stoke confirm Nathan Jones as their new manager
Jones guided Luton to promotion from League Two last season.
Jan 9, 13:25
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English rugby may face significant changes over injuries – head of medicine Kemp
The overall burden of match injury now stands at the highest level since Twickenham began records in 2002.
Jan 9, 13:08
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
Iain Wilson signs new Killie contract
The midfielder has endured an injury-plagued campaign.
Jan 9, 12:53
Kasey Palmer in action for Blackburn Rovers on August 11, 2018
Chelsea's Kasey Palmer joins Bristol City on loan after Rovers recall
The 22-year-old scored three goals in a total of 17 appearances for Blackburn.
Jan 9, 12:40
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Ashley Giles focused on ensuring England succeed ahead of crucial summer
The new director of cricket is keen to carry on the work of Andrew Strauss.
Jan 9, 12:06
Toby Alderweireld in action for Tottenham Hotspur on September 2, 2018
Alderweireld happy to stay at Spurs and is staying focused
Tottenham recently triggered a year's option on the Belgium international's deal.
Jan 9, 12:00
Cameron Bancroft in action for Australia on March 25, 2018
Bancroft helps Scorchers to victory with first fifty since return from ban
The 26-year-old was playing his fourth match since returning from a ball-tampering ban.
Jan 9, 11:43
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