Gregor Townsend in charge of Scotland on March 10, 2018
Scotland boss Townsend gives Russell and Hastings Six Nations challenge
The Dark Blues head coach will experiment with dual playmakers at Murrayfield on Saturday.
Nov 21, 14:54
Manu Tuilagi during an England training session on November 7, 2018
Tuilagi faces make-or-break training session to prove fitness for Wallabies game
A groin problem has prevented the Leicester centre from playing in the opening three Quilter Internationals.
Nov 21, 14:42
Exasperated Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola at a press conference on October 1, 2018
Manchester City boss Guardiola formally warned over referee comments
Guardiola escaped a charge because of the nature of his comments and the fact this was a first offence.
Nov 21, 13:45
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5 talking points ahead of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Max Verstappen and Esteban Ocon will be thrown together in Thursday's intriguing pre-race press conference for the Abu Dhabi race.
Nov 21, 13:10
A calm and composed Neil Lennon in charge of Hibs in April 2018
5 contenders for the Republic of Ireland manager’s job
The search was launched after the departures of Martin O’Neill and Roy Keane.
Nov 21, 13:07
James Forrest completes his hattrick for Scotland on November 20, 2018
A closer look at four recent hat-tricks for Scotland
It was only the fourth Scotland treble to have been registered since Colin Stein scored four in the 8-0 World Cup qualifying win over Cyprus in 1969.
Nov 21, 12:34
James Forrest completes his hattrick for Scotland on November 20, 2018
Fixating on Forrest a recipe for disaster against Celtic, says Martin Canning
The Scotland star has scored 12 times in 11 games for club and country.
Nov 21, 12:27
Dominic Solanke in action for England under-21s on October 11, 2018
Focus on England's Young Lions ahead of Euro 2019 draw
England Under-21s qualified for Euro 2019 unbeaten and topped Group Four.
Nov 21, 12:00
Claudio Ranieri pictured in November 2018
Claudio's firsts: Ranieri's significant managerial debuts
Claudio Ranieri takes charge of Fulham for the first time on Saturday, against Southampton.
Nov 21, 11:49
Martin O'Neill in charge of the Republic of Ireland on September 6, 2018
O'Neill and Keane leave Ireland roles in wake of woeful Nations League campaign
Ireland reached the Euro 2016 finals under Martin O'Neill and assistant Roy Keane.
Nov 21, 11:41
Neymar in action for Brazil on November 20, 2018
Neymar plays down injury fears ahead of Champions League clash with Liverpool
The forward suffered a groin problem playing for Brazil against Cameroon.
Nov 21, 10:47
Stuart Broad in action for England on September 8, 2018
Broad and Bairstow return for England
Record wicket-taker Anderson will make way for his longstanding new-ball partner.
Nov 21, 10:14
Wales manager Ryan Giggs ahead of the UEFA Nations League match against Denmark on September 9, 2018
Allen insists Wales are well placed for Euro qualifiers despite defeats
The Dragons have ended 2018 on a low with back-to-back defeats against Denmark and Albania.
Nov 21, 10:01
Gareth Thomas pictured in 2012
France to wear rainbow laces against Fiji in show of support for Gareth Thomas
The former Wales captain was the victim of a homophobic assault in Cardiff last week.
Nov 21, 09:32
Stuart Broad in action for England on September 8, 2018
Stuart Broad to replace James Anderson for England's third Test in Colombo
Broad will make his first Test appearance on the tour of Sri Lanka as England aim to complete a series whitewash.
Nov 21, 08:15
Frenkie de Jong in action for Ajax on July 19, 2018
Football rumours from the media
Rashford, Eriksen and Rabiot all feature in Wednesday's papers.
Nov 21, 06:20
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Samu served rugby apprenticeship during single season in Cornwall
The rising Australia star was an 18-year-old when he played for St Ives RFC.
Nov 21, 06:01
Washington Wizards' John Wall in action against Chicago Bulls on October 12, 2013
Washington Wizards rally for late win against Los Angeles Clippers
There were also wins for the Raptors, Trail Blazers and Nets.
Nov 21, 04:11
Argentina players celebrate after scoring against Mexico in a friendly on November 21, 2018
They will give fans a lot of joy: Icardi and Dybala praised after debut goals
Messi was absent for Argentina in Mendoza.
Nov 21, 04:01
Argentina players celebrate after scoring against Mexico in a friendly on November 21, 2018
Icardi and Dybala lead Argentina to another 2-0 win over Mexico
Argentina beat Mexico by the same scoreline last week.
Nov 21, 03:15
France manager Didier Deschamps on March 19, 2018
France's Deschamps pleased to end year on positive note after win over Uruguay
France missed out on qualifying for the Nations League finals.
Nov 21, 01:31
Roberto Mancini in charge of Italy on September 7, 2018
Result was more than deserved, says Italy's Mancini after 1-0 win over USA
The coach was pleased to see his side get a goal in the friendly.
Nov 21, 01:00
Phil Mickelson during the final round of The Masters on April 12, 2015
Mickelson v Woods: Multimillion-dollar prize pot creates pressure for us
Phil Mickelson said the showdown will be a unique experience for the golf viewer.
Nov 21, 00:19
Brazil's Philippe Coutinho celebrates scoring their first goal in the match against Switzerland on June 17, 2018
Tite praises impact of Richarlison after Everton forward scores winner
Brazil defeated Cameroon 1-0 in a friendly in Milton Keynes.
Nov 20, 23:47
Scotland manager Alex McLeish pictured on October 11, 2018
Scotland's Nations League victory over Israel felt perfect to McLeish
The manager saved special praise for hat-trick hero James Forrest.
Nov 20, 23:23
Wales manager Ryan Giggs ahead of the UEFA Nations League match against Denmark on September 9, 2018
Giggs accuses players of complacency after embarrassing defeat to Albania
The Dragons manager has lost five of his nine games in charge.
Nov 20, 22:38
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge celebrates scoring during his side's EFL Cup clash with Chelsea on September 26, 2018
Sturridge gets more time to respond to FA misconduct charge
Liverpool striker stresses he "categorically has never gambled on football"
Nov 20, 22:32
General view outside Arsenal's Emirates Stadium on August 12, 2018
Managing director Venkatesham says Arsenal can afford to remain competitive
The Gunners have missed out on the Champions League for the last two seasons.
Nov 20, 22:31
John Stones adopts the pose during the Nations League group game between England and Croatia on November 18, 2018
FA 'keen to keep cut non-homegrown allocation to 13 players per club'
Governing body wants English talent to flourish.
Nov 20, 22:31
Danny Welbeck celebrates scoring during the Europa League group game between Sporting Lisbon and Arsenal on October 25, 2018
Danny Welbeck injury may force Arsenal into January market – Raul Sanllehi
Welbeck underwent two operations after suffering a broken ankle in a recent Europa League clash with Sporting Lisbon.
Nov 20, 22:31
Olivier Giroud celebrates scoring a penalty for France on November 20, 2018
Giroud penalty sees France edge past Uruguay
The victory came at a cost as Kylian Mbappe suffered a shoulder injury.
Nov 20, 22:20
Matteo Politano celebrates scoring for Italy with teammate Stefano Sensi on November 20, 2018
Politano earns Italy victory over USA with late winner
The on-loan Inter Milan winger settled the friendly international 1-0 in his country's favour.
Nov 20, 22:12
James Forrest completes his hattrick for Scotland on November 20, 2018
James Forrest nets Nations League hat-trick as Scotland seal Euro 2020 play-off
Celtic winger Forrest notched twice before the interval before grabbing a third in the 64th minute.
Nov 20, 21:58
James Forrest completes his hattrick for Scotland on November 20, 2018
Forrest seals Scotland victory with hat-trick against Israel
The Celtic winger continued his fine run of scoring form in his side's 3-2 Nations League win at Hampden Park.
Nov 20, 21:53
Neymar in action for Brazil on November 20, 2018
Neymar could be PSG injury doubt against Liverpool after Brazil friendly injury
PSG's £200million playmaker suffered an apparent groin problem and was replaced after eight minutes, to boos from a record Stadium MK crowd.
Nov 20, 21:38
Wales manager Ryan Giggs ahead of the UEFA Nations League match against Denmark on September 9, 2018
Wales slip to embarrassing defeat in Albania
Ryan Giggs ended his first year in charge having lost five of his nine games.
Nov 20, 21:15
Rangers' Borna Barisic receives treatment on September 20, 2018
Barisic could be back in Rangers squad against Livingston
The left-back has been out with a calf problem since September.
Nov 20, 20:59
Dominic Solanke in action for England under-21s on October 11, 2018
Watch Dominic Solanke's 'swanky' backheel chip for England U21s
The inventive finish was the 21-year-old's fourth goal in two games for the Young Lions.
Nov 20, 19:58
Manu Tuilagi during an England training session on November 7, 2018
Manu Tuilagi remains in contention to face Australia
Tuilagi has been retained in a squad of 26 players.
Nov 20, 18:49
Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward pictured in November 2017
Manchester United to play Leeds in pre-season game in Australia
The old rivals will meet in Perth to prepare for the 2019/20 season.
Nov 20, 18:38
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