Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured in December 2015
The 'Baby-Faced Assassin' and other memorable footballer nicknames
The Norwegian's super-sub status won him the nickname the 'Baby-Faced Assassin' due to his youthful looks and killer instincts in the box.
Dec 19, 10:42
 Sven-Goran Eriksson pictured in November 2013
Eriksson to Solskjaer – the Premier League's Scandinavian connection
Solskjaer has returned to Manchester United as caretaker manager.
Dec 19, 09:38
 Molde manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in October 2015.
Manchester United appoint Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as caretaker boss
Jose Mourinho's two-and-a-half year reign was brought to an abrupt end on Tuesday, having overseen the club's worst start to a Premier League season.
Dec 19, 09:37
 Molde manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in October 2015.
A look at Manchester United's new caretaker manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
Jose Mourinho was sacked on December 18, two days after a 3-1 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield.
Dec 19, 09:32
 Molde manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in October 2015.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's career in pictures
The former Manchester United striker has taken over as the club's caretaker manager until the end of the season.
Dec 19, 09:29
 Molde manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in October 2015.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's in-tray at Manchester United
A look at the key issues which need tackling at Old Trafford.
Dec 19, 09:26
 Molde manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in October 2015.
Solskjaer another Fergie old boy who has moved into management
Another former Sir Alex Ferguson player has gone into management.
Dec 19, 09:25
 Burton Albion boss Nigel Clough pictured on December 18, 2018
Nigel Clough reminded of dad's great Forest team as Burton reach semi-finals
Midfielder Jake Hesketh fired the Brewers into the last four at Middlesbrough.
Dec 19, 09:16
 Larry Nance Jr in action for Cleveland Cavaliers on December 18, 2018
Cavaliers halt Pacers run thanks to Larry Nance Jr buzzer beater
There were also wins for the Nets, Nuggets and Hawks.
Dec 19, 06:49
 Callum Wilson celebrates his equaliser during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Bournemouth on December 1, 2018
Football rumours from the media: Wilson in, Morata out at Chelsea
Rabiot, Pepe and Darlow are all being discussed in Wednesday's papers.
Dec 19, 06:12
 Kylian Mbappe in action for PSG on September 29, 2018
Kylian Mbappe's most memorable moments of his career so far
Mbappe has wasted little time in becoming unquestionably one of the brightest talents on the global stage.
Dec 19, 06:01
 Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured in December 2015
Solskjaer set to take charge at Manchester United after Mourinho sacking
The former striker is in line to return to the club where he spent 11 years as a player.
Dec 19, 04:31
 Aro Muric in action for Manchester City in July 2017
Guardiola heaps praise on keeper Muric as City book Carabao Cup semi final spot
Manchester City reached the last four as they look to defend the Carabao Cup.
Dec 19, 04:31
 Graham Dorrans in action for Rangers in May 2018
Steven Gerrard hints that Graham Dorrans could be set for January return
Dorrans damaged ankle ligaments in Pedro Caixinha's final game in charge.
Dec 19, 04:31
 Philip Rivers in action for Los Angeles Chargers on December 13, 2018
Seven Los Angeles Chargers chosen for Pro Bowl 2019
The game will take place in Florida in January.
Dec 19, 02:08
 Lewis Hamilton gives thumbs up after securing pole at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on November 25, 2018
I chose the wrong words, says Lewis Hamilton on 'slums' remark
The 33-year-old said he made a 'mistake'.
Dec 19, 01:16
 Daryl Gurney in action in December 2015
Daryl Gurney overcomes early trouble to ease past Ross Smith
The Northern Irishman finished with a match average of 100.3.
Dec 18, 23:43
 Blackpool manager Terry McPhillips pictured on October 31, 2018
McPhillips excited for Arsenal rematch
Blacpool secured a place in the third round of the FA Cup.
Dec 18, 23:18
 Jose Mourinho reacts to the Reds going back ahead during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester United on December 16, 2018
Solskjaer set for Old Trafford return as United call time on Mourinho reign
The former striker is in line to return to the club where he spent 11 years as a player.
Dec 18, 23:12
 Pep Guardiola gesticulates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester City on December 8, 2018
Pep Guardiola offers sympathy to Jose Mourinho after Manchester United departure
Guardiola continues to succeed at City but offered words of comfort to sacked rival Mourinho.
Dec 18, 23:06
 Burton Albion's Jake Hesketh celebrates on December 18, 2018
Clough stays 'realistic' after steering Burton into Carabao Cup semi-finals
The Brewers booked themselves a place in the last four with victory on Teesside.
Dec 18, 22:58
 Abderdeen manager Derek McInnes pictured on August 2, 2018
Derek McInnes delighted with Aberdeen's return to form
The Dons have closed the gap on the top three.
Dec 18, 22:44
 Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk in action during his side's Premier League clash with West Ham United on August 12, 2018
Virgil Van Dijk urges Liverpool to maintain their high standards
The Reds are looking to stay at the top.
Dec 18, 22:31
 Mauricio Pochettino applauds on December 11, 2018
Unai Emery questions why Mauricio Pochettino would consider Manchester United
Pochettino has been heavily linked with replacing Jose Mourinho at Old Trafford.
Dec 18, 22:31
 Jay Spearing scores for Blackpool on December 18, 2018
Spearing saves Blackpool blushes to set up Arsenal tie
National League side Solihull Moors pushed them close.
Dec 18, 22:31
 Mauricio Pochettino applauds on December 11, 2018
Pochettino refuses to rule out interest in Man Utd job
The Argentinian signed a new five-year deal at the London club in May.
Dec 18, 22:31
 Tiemoue Bakayoko in action for Milan in the Europa League on October 4, 2018
Tiemoue Bakayoko sees red as AC Milan are held by Bologna
France midfielder Bakayoko picked up two bookings in the space of three second-half minutes.
Dec 18, 22:07
 Andrew Considine in action for Aberdeen on December 2, 2018
Sam Cosgrove and Andrew Considine at the double as Aberdeen crush Dundee
Connor McLennan was also on target for the Dons.
Dec 18, 21:58
 Jose Mourinho reacts to the Reds going back ahead during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester United on December 16, 2018
Pogba out of order to 'dance on the grave' of sacked Mourinho, says Neville
The France midfielder has come in for strong criticism in the wake of his manager's dismissal.
Dec 18, 21:53
 Burton Albion's Jake Hesketh celebrates on December 18, 2018
Hesketh fires Burton to Carabao Cup semi-finals
The 22-year-old midfielder scored the only goal three minutes after the break.
Dec 18, 21:46
 Paul Pogba in action for Manchester United during his side's Premier League clash with Everton on October 28, 2018
Pogba can't start thinking he's bigger than Mourinho, warns Darren Fletcher
The former Manchester United midfielder said the France international had been 'totally out of order'.
Dec 18, 20:11
 Proud Real Madrid manager Santiago Solari pictured on December 1, 2018
Real Madrid boss Solari targeting Champions League defence
Los Blancos will take on Japanese side Kashima Antlers at the Club World Cup in Abu Dhabi.
Dec 18, 19:19
 Alex Ferguson pictured on his final game in charge of Manchester United on May 19, 2013
What problems have Manchester United faced since Sir Alex Ferguson's exit?
A look at United's fortunes in recent years.
Dec 18, 18:42
 Timo Werner in action for RB Leipzig in the Europa League on May 8, 2018
Niko Kovac downplays talk of Timo Werner link as Bayern Munich take on Leipzig
Werner has 10 Bundesliga goals already this term, leaving Bayern wary of the Germany striker ahead of hosting Leipzig on Wednesday.
Dec 18, 18:31
 General view of Rotherham United's New York Stadium taken March 2018
Rotherham 'aware' of incidents of racial abuse at their matches
The Championship club responded with a statement.
Dec 18, 18:13
 Generic image of a locker room
Former Wolves player Bill Slater dies aged 91
Slater lifted the FA Cup in 1960.
Dec 18, 18:07
 Zlatan Ibrahimovic in action for LA Galaxy on September 30, 2018
Zlatan Ibrahimovic extends LA Galaxy stay
The Swede is eager to add further honours to his glittering CV.
Dec 18, 18:03
 Sam Curran in action for England against Sri Lanka on November 14, 2018
Curran crowns fairytale year by fetching one million US dollars at IPL auction
The 20-year-old starred in England's 4-1 win over world number one Test side India.
Dec 18, 17:47
 A calm and composed Neil Lennon in charge of Hibs in April 2018
Hibs can fire a warning with win over Rangers, says boss Neil Lennon
The Leith side beat Celtic last time out.
Dec 18, 17:43
 Bruce Buck
‘Mindless’ minority are shaming Chelsea fans, says chairman Bruce Buck
UEFA is investigating alleged anti-Semitic chants by Chelsea supporters during last Thursday’s Europa League tie with Vidi.
Dec 18, 17:08
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