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EFL ignores breakaway threat to sign £595million broadcast deal with Sky
Provisionally agreed last September, the deal has not pleased many Championship clubs, some of whom threatened to leave the league.
Nov 19, 19:48
Scotland manager Gordon Strachan reacts during the UEFA EURO 2016 qualifier between Scotland and Poland at Hampden Park on October 08, 2015 in Glasgow, Scotland.
Israel boss Herzog wants to see fight from his side against Scotland
Scotland need to win the game to secure top spot.
Nov 19, 19:40
Ireland's Iain Henderson wins a lineout in February 2018
Henderson reassured by Ireland's victory over the All Blacks
Saturday's 16-9 victory over New Zealand was a major statement as the countdown to next year's World Cup continues.
Nov 19, 18:45
Roberto Mancini in charge of Italy on September 7, 2018
Mancini set to give crop of young players a chance as Italy face USA
The Italians have been struggling to score goals.
Nov 19, 18:44
Trevor Bayliss pictured in May 2016
England laying the framework for more overseas success, says Bayliss
Australian coach is confident there will be plenty more overseas Test series triumphs to come from this team.
Nov 19, 18:00
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
England’s Jordan Nobbs could miss World Cup after suffering knee ligament injury
The Arsenal midfielder suffered the injury against Everton on Sunday.
Nov 19, 17:36
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Dawn Astle urges players to back call to replace Gordon Taylor as PFA boss
But former PFA chairman Pat Nevin says Gordon Taylor’s contribution to the players’ union should not be overlooked just because of his high salary.
Nov 19, 17:23
Aberdeen's Graeme Shinnie reacts with Scott McKenna during their Europa League qualifying clash with Burnley on July 26, 2018
McKenna: Albania performance gives us confidence ahead of Israel
Alex McLeish’s side need to win on Tuesday.
Nov 19, 16:35
Kylian Mbappe in action for PSG on September 29, 2018
World Cup winner Kylian Mbappe desperate to end memorable year on a high
World champions France host Uruguay in their final fixture of 2018.
Nov 19, 16:31
Glenn Murray of Bournemouth celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Barclays Premier League match between A.F.C. Bournemouth and Watford at Vitality Stadium on October 3, 2015 in Bournemouth, United Kingdom.
Cherries defender Smith faces up to three months out with knee injury
The Bournemouth full-back was stretchered off in the defeat to Newcastle before the international break.
Nov 19, 16:18
Scotland manager Alex McLeish pictured on October 11, 2018
Scotland confidence ‘very high’ heading into crunch Israel clash
Alex McLeish’s men need to beat Israel to secure a play-off spot for Euro 2020.
Nov 19, 15:58
England's Kasey Palmer celebrates scoring on September 5, 2017
Calvert-Lewin not fazed by Euro 2019 pressure
The draw for Euro 2019 takes place in Italy on Friday.
Nov 19, 15:56
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
Maddox a doubt for Cheltenham’s cup replay with Ebbsfleet
The midfielder, on loan from Chelsea, picked up an ankle injury in Town’s 3-0 win at Notts County on Saturday.
Nov 19, 15:15
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
West Ham resolve capacity dispute
Capacity to increase at the London Stadium.
Nov 19, 14:36
England's Eddie Jones pictured on November 10, 2018
Hughes set to make England return against Australia after completing ban
The Wasps forward has missed all three autumn internationals to date.
Nov 19, 13:53
Jordan Spieth hands Danny Willett his green jacket at The Masters on April 10, 2016
Danny Willett pleased to be back on an upwards curve after Dubai win
Former Masters champion made a welcome return to form.
Nov 19, 13:32
Alexander Zverev celebrates winning the ATP Finals on November 18, 2018
The lowdown on London tennis champion Alexander Zverev
The 21-year-old German won the ATP Finals at the weekend.
Nov 19, 13:24
Jonny Castro in action for Spain on October 18, 2018
Wolves defender Jonny Otto out for up to six weeks
The 24-year-old suffered a knee injury playing for Spain.
Nov 19, 12:51
Ron Gourlay pictured in 2014
Ron Gourlay steps down as Reading chief executive
Gourlay was appointed in July 2017
Nov 19, 12:24
Gareth Southgate watches on during the Nations League group game between England and Croatia on November 18, 2018
Southgate wants England to keep improving to make nation proud
A 2-1 win over Croatia took the team into the Nations League Finals in Portugal next summer.
Nov 19, 12:00
Raymond van Barneveld in action in March 2016
Van Barneveld to quit playing darts at end of 2019 season
The 51-year-old Dutchman has won the world championship five times.
Nov 19, 11:41
Nathan Hughes during an England training session on November 16, 2018
Hughes set to make England return against Australia
The Wasps forward has been serving a six-week ban.
Nov 19, 11:39
England's Fabian Delph is pictured before the World Cup semi-final with Croatia on July 11, 2018
Delph sees endless possibilities for England team
Gareth Southgate's men are headed for Nations League finals.
Nov 19, 11:01
Retired US sprinter Michael Johnson speaks on the second day of the Doha Goals summit in the Qatari capital on December 11, 2013
Johnson uses Olympic mindset to help recovery from stroke
The 51-year-old former sprint champion admitted he was initially angry when he discovered what had happened to him.
Nov 19, 10:33
Frenkie de Jong in action for Ajax on July 19, 2018
Football rumours from the media
Kerem Demirbay, Falcao and Frenkie De Jong make headlines in Monday’s papers.
Nov 19, 06:19
Harry Kane scores the winner during the Nations League group game between England and Croatia on November 18, 2018
The sporting weekend in pictures
England clinched a dramatic Wembley win over Croatia while Ireland's rugby stars made history against the All Blacks.
Nov 19, 05:01
Gareth Southgate watches on during the Nations League group game between England and Croatia on November 18, 2018
What's next for England now they have qualified for the Nations League Finals?
Harry Kane's goal sent Gareth Southgate's side through.
Nov 19, 05:01
Gareth Southgate watches on during the Nations League group game between England and Croatia on November 18, 2018
'We've improved every step' – England boss Southgate reflects on memorable year
England sealed their place in the Nations League Finals thanks to a late fightback against Croatia.
Nov 19, 04:31
Corry Evans scores for Northern Ireland on November 18, 2018
Evans: Northern Ireland will be a better team for Nations League campaign
Michael O'Neill's men suffered relegation to League C.
Nov 19, 04:31
Seamus Coleman in action for Ireland on November 15, 2018
Republic hoping to draw inspiration from rugby team's heroics against All Blacks
Martin O'Neill's side go into the clash with Denmark having won only once in the eight games
Nov 19, 04:31
LeBron James dunks for the LA Lakers on November 18, 2018
LeBron James scores 51 points to lead Los Angeles Lakers past Miami Heat
There were also wins for the Magic, Spurs and Grizzlies.
Nov 19, 03:41
Drew Brees in action for New Orleans Saints on November 18, 2018
Philadelphia Eagles suffer crushing 48-7 defeat against New Orleans Saints
The Saints scored highly for the third week in a row.
Nov 19, 02:15
Ireland's Jacob Stockdale celebrates on November 17, 2018
Ireland ace Stockdale still trying to comprehend rapid rise
The Ulster wing scored the only try of the game as Ireland defeated world champions New Zealand.
Nov 19, 01:01
Luis Enrique in charge of Spain on October 8, 2018
Enrique says Spain ‘looking good’ despite missing out on Nations League finals
England finished first in the group as Spain faltered after making a strong start.
Nov 18, 23:43
West Ham's Marko Arnautovic wheels away in celebration after scoring during his side's Premier League clash with Manchester United on September 29, 2018
Arnautovic refuses to discuss West Ham exit rumours
The Hammers forward set up Austria's winning goal against Northern Ireland.
Nov 18, 23:27
Washington Redskins' Alex Smith breaks his leg on November 18, 2018
Washington Redskins' Alex Smith suffers serious injury in Houston Texans defeat
The Texans made it seven straight NFL wins.
Nov 18, 23:21
Spain's Brais Mendez celebrates on November 18, 2018
Brais Mendez's debut goal gives Spain friendly win over Bosnia
The Celta Vigo youngster made the breakthrough late on after Alvaro Morata missed three good chances to score.
Nov 18, 22:02
England's Eddie Jones pictured on November 10, 2018
Jones ready to renew acquaintances with Cheika in Wallabies showdown
Jones and Cheika’s friendship extends back many years.
Nov 18, 22:00
Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland on October 12, 2018
Michael O'Neill urges Northern Ireland to forget the Nations League
O'Neill's side conceded a last-minute winner to Austria to finish the Nations League without a single point.
Nov 18, 21:19
Alexander Zverev celebrates winning the ATP Finals on November 18, 2018
Zverev stuns Djokovic to win ATP Finals
The German claimed a 6-4 6-3 win at London's O2.
Nov 18, 20:25
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