Connor Jennings in action for Tranmere Rovers on December 17, 2018
Jennings fires Tranmere past Southport
The first match had ended 1-1.
Dec 17, 22:10
Francesco Acerbi in action for Lazio on August 4, 2018
Lazio denied draw against Atalanta by VAR
Duvan Zapata's first-minute goal proved decisive.
Dec 17, 22:05
Derby County manager Frank Lampard pictured on December 17, 2018
Derby denied penalty as east midlands clash ends in stalemate
Joe Lolley hit the bar late on in an even game at Pride Park.
Dec 17, 21:51
Raheem Sterling celebrates with Sergio Aguero and Bernardo Silva after opening the scoring for Manchester City against Brighton & Hove Albion on September 29, 2018
Talking points after the Champions League last-16 draw
Liverpool will face Bayern Munich, Manchester City were paired with Schalke, while Tottenham will play Borussia Dortmund.
Dec 17, 18:35
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
Dundee remain confident despite Kilmarnock defeat, says Woods
It ended a four-game unbeaten run.
Dec 17, 18:33
Samuel Saiz in action for Leeds United on August 31, 2018
Samuel Saiz leaving Leeds for Getafe
Saiz will not be returning to Yorkshire before his stint with high-flying Getafe begins.
Dec 17, 18:31
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Everton on September 23, 2018
The major talking points in the Europa League knockout stages
The remaining British teams now know who they will face in February.
Dec 17, 18:16
Anthony Martial in action for Manchester United on November 3, 2018
Manchester United trigger one-year extension to Anthony Martial's contract
His contract was due to expire in the summer.
Dec 17, 18:05
Jose Mourinho reacts to the Reds going back ahead during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester United on December 16, 2018
FA accepts decision to clear Jose Mourinho of using foul language
The Manchester United manager was filmed in animated mood after the Red Devils rallied to beat Newcastle in October.
Dec 17, 17:55
Nick Pope during an England training session on June 13, 2018
Burnley goalkeeper Nick Pope returns to action after lengthy shoulder injury
England international Pope played 90 minutes at Sheffield United on Monday.
Dec 17, 17:48
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
Devlin to visit foot specialist in London as Aberdeen absence continues
Gary Mackay-Steven is also injured.
Dec 17, 17:20
Tracey Neville pictured in 2015
Tracey Neville targeting more England Netball success at 2019 World Cup
The Vitality Roses won their first major title at the Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast in April.
Dec 17, 17:18
Father Christmas pictured at The Hawthorns in December 2016
5 classic Boxing Day encounters
There was great festive entertainment in 2007 at Stamford Bridge.
Dec 17, 17:11
Jesse Lingard during a Manchester United training session on November 26, 2018
Paul Ince: Too many United players 'not fit to wear the shirt'
Mourinho's sixth-placed side are 19 points behind Liverpool and 11 points off fourth position.
Dec 17, 17:06
Rangers manager Steven Gerrard pictured on November 29, 2018
McCrorie says finishing 2018 at the top of the table would be 'huge' for Rangers
Manager Steven Gerrard claimed he was not interested in Rangers' new position following their win against Hamilton.
Dec 17, 16:26
Aleksandar Mitrovic celebrates equalising during the Premier League game between Fulham and Watford on September 22, 2018
Aleksandar Mitrovic named Serbian Player of the Year
The striker has scored seven Premier League goals this season.
Dec 17, 16:18
Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers gives orders on December 13, 2018
Brendan Rodgers reveals he spent time honing his coaching skills at Valencia
The Hoops were paired with Marcelino Garcia Toral's side in the last 32.
Dec 17, 15:53
Muhamed Besic in action for Middlesbrough on October 2, 2018
Muhamed Besic aiming to emulate Middlesbrough heroes in Carabao Cup
Boro lifted the trophy at the Millennium Stadium in 2004.
Dec 17, 15:44
Unai Emery goes cray on December 2, 2018
UEFA reschedules Arsenal's Europa League home leg against BATE Borisov
The initial date and kick-off time and drawn criticism from Arsenal fans and supporters' groups.
Dec 17, 15:29
Christian Fuchs channels Liza Minnelli in October 2018
Christian Fuchs targets Carabao Cup success before Leicester farewell
Leicester lost in the Carabao Cup quarter finals to Manchester City last season.
Dec 17, 15:24
PSG manager Thomas Tuchel watches the action on December 5, 2018
PSG boss Thomas Tuchel relishing Champions League clash with Manchester United
The Red Devils will take on the Ligue 1 runaway leaders.
Dec 17, 14:56
Hector Bellerin in action for Arsenal in the Europa League on April 26, 2018
Arsenal supporters' groups round on UEFA over Europa League scheduling decision
The Gunners will face BATE Borisov in a 5pm kick-off at the Emirates Stadium.
Dec 17, 14:33
Zlatan Ibrahimovic in action for LA Galaxy on September 30, 2018
Zlatan Ibrahimovic hints at LA Galaxy stay
The 37-year-old has been linked with a move back to Europe.
Dec 17, 14:00
Gareth Bale in action for Real Madrid on October 6, 2018
Jetting out to more glory? Watch Real Madrid's Club World Cup preparations
The Spanish giants have won the last two editions of the global event.
Dec 17, 13:49
Gary Neville pictured on October 20, 2017
Manchester United's struggles – what they said
United are sixth in the Premier League table, 19 points behind leaders Liverpool and 11 off fourth place.
Dec 17, 12:43
Casey Stoney in action for England in October 2015
Women's football stands at tipping point ahead of 2019 World Cup – Casey Stoney
The Lionesses head to France as one of the tournament favourites.
Dec 17, 12:38
Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt on November 10, 2018
Best convinced Schmidt would lead Lions to South Africa tour triumph
The Ireland coach is taking a break from rugby after the 2019 World Cup.
Dec 17, 12:38
Kevin De Bruyne in action for Manchester City on August 12, 2018
PSG test for Mourinho and Man Utd while England takes on Germany three times
The French side unbeaten in their own domestic division this season.
Dec 17, 12:02
Antonio Rudiger in action for Chelsea on November 4, 2018
Antonio Rudiger sees no reason to seek a new contract at Chelsea
The defender is a regular in the Blues defence.
Dec 17, 12:01
Xherdan Shaqiri gets his second and the home side's third during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester United on December 16, 2018
Shaqiri says he is 'in a good way' but hopes best is yet to come
The midfielder scored twice as Liverpool beat Manchester United.
Dec 17, 12:01
Leicester Tigers' interim head coach Geordan Murphy pictured on October 28, 2018
How did the Leicester Tigers lose their bite so badly?
Heavyweights are on a horror run of form.
Dec 17, 11:44
Manchester United's Ashley Young celebrates after opening the scoring against Fulham on December 8, 2018
Manchester United disappointed and deflated after Liverpool loss – Ashley Young
The Premier League table does not make for pretty reading for those connected to the Old Trafford giants.
Dec 17, 10:59
Unai Emery gives orders during the Premier League game between Southampton and Arsenal on December 16, 2018
Unai Emery admits transfer business in January will be difficult
The Gunners are struggling with injuries in defence.
Dec 17, 10:54
Pep Guardiola gesticulates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester City on December 8, 2018
Cup progress more important than rest for Man City boss Guardiola
The holders take on Leicester in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday.
Dec 17, 10:18
Virat Kohli during the second day of the second Test between England and India on August 2, 2018
Rival captains clash as Paine says of Kohli: 'You can't like him as a bloke'
Sledging is back on the agenda in Perth.
Dec 17, 09:12
Jose Mourinho reacts to the Reds going back ahead during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester United on December 16, 2018
How have Manchester United got into such a mess and can it be fixed?
Seven key questions as to the situation at Old Trafford as Jose Mourinho's side lose again.
Dec 17, 08:49
Nikola Jokic passes to Denver Nuggets teammate Mason Plumlee on December 16, 2018
Nikola Jokic inspires Denver Nuggets victory over Toronto Raptors
There were also wins for the Sixers, Wizards and Pacers.
Dec 17, 06:36
Barcelona's Luis Suarez in action against Levante on December 16, 2018.
Football rumours from the media
Suarez, Oxford and Pereira are all the talk of Monday's papers.
Dec 17, 06:13
Geraint Thomas pictured in August 2018
The sporting weekend in pictures
Geraint Thomas, Xherdan Shaqiri and Katie Taylor were among the weekend's big winners.
Dec 17, 05:01
Jurgen Klopp and Jose Mourinho pictured together in March 2018
Klopp: We are not focused on Manchester City, only on Liverpool
Jose Mourinho feels Manchester United will be stronger in the second half of the season.
Dec 17, 04:31
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