Gareth Thomas pictured in 2012
Former Wales captain Gareth Thomas victim of homophobic assault in Cardiff
The former Wales captain was the victim of a hate crime, but the incident was dealt with by way of restorative justice.
Nov 18, 20:03
Michael Obafemi in action for Southampton on January 21, 2018
5 talking points as the Republic of Ireland take on Denmark in Aarhus
Ireland are desperate to bring an end to a dreadful run of form in their final Nations League fixture.
Nov 18, 19:27
Declan Rice in action for West Ham United in the EFL Cup on August 28, 2018
O'Neill angrily defends his handling of Declan Rice situation
Teenager Michael Obafemi could win his first cap in Denmark.
Nov 18, 19:24
Corry Evans scores for Northern Ireland on November 18, 2018
Northern Ireland suffer last-gasp heartbreak as Austria inflict more misery in Belfast
Corry Evans' goal had looked set to earn the hosts a point, but Austria struck at the death to seal a 2-1 win.
Nov 18, 19:11
Condoleezza Rice pictured in September 2018
Cleveland Browns quash rumours linking Condoleezza Rice with head coach role
The former US Secretary of State was reported to have been lined up for an interview.
Nov 18, 19:08
Gareth Southgate watches on during the Nations League group game between England and Croatia on November 18, 2018
Southgate proud to end memorable year on a high
Wembley was roaring as England came back to beat Croatia and reach the Nations League finals.
Nov 18, 18:16
Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic reacts during the match against Argentina on June 21, 2018
Croatia boss Dalic backs England for success
Croatia boss Dalic backs England for success
Nov 18, 18:08
Harry Kane scores the winner during the Nations League group game between England and Croatia on November 18, 2018
Kane hails ‘special’ England win as captain eyes chance to end trophy wait
The striker stabbed home a late winner as England came from behind to beat Croatia at Wembley.
Nov 18, 17:47
Croatia's Luka Modric before the match against Iceland on June 26, 2018
5 things we learned from England’s Nations League win over Croatia
Jesse Lingard and Harry Kane scored late on to earn a 2-1 victory for the Three Lions that puts them into the Nations League Finals.
Nov 18, 16:35
Denmark manager Age Hareide on November 14, 2017
Remember the good days: Denmark boss Hareide offers advice to Ireland’s O’Neill
Ireland have won only once in eight attempts in 2018.
Nov 18, 16:29
Harry Kane scores the winner during the Nations League group game between England and Croatia on November 18, 2018
Kane comes up with a winner to seal Nations League Finals place
England come from behind to qualify for the concluding stages of UEFA’s newest international tournament.
Nov 18, 16:07
Jordan Spieth hands Danny Willett his green jacket at The Masters on April 10, 2016
Danny Willett wins DP World Tour Championship
Willett had not tasted victory since winning his first major title at Augusta National in April 2016.
Nov 18, 14:48
Ryan Christie in action for Celtic in May 2016
Scotland buzzing with confidence after win in Albania, says Christie
The 4-0 success on Saturday means a win over Israel on Tuesday will earn Scotland a qualification play-off berth.
Nov 18, 14:24
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Ireland boosted by chase of top-ranked New Zealand – Luke McGrath
Joe Schmidt’s men toppled back-to-back world champions New Zealand 16-9 in Dublin on Saturday.
Nov 18, 12:15
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
Why England’s kindness made their coach a proud man at the Homeless World Cup
‘We’re not here to win this tournament, we’re here to give the young people a positive experience and for them to see how great their lives can be.’
Nov 18, 12:06
Maro Itoje in action for England on November 10, 2018
Maro Itoje: England fightback driven by fear of Japan humbling
England took control through Mark Wilson’s touch down just before the final quarter arrived.
Nov 18, 12:00
Italy's Francesco Molinari celebrates with the Claret Jug after winning the 147th Open Championship on July 22, 2018
Francesco Molinari wins European Tour’s Race to Dubai
Molinari’s status as European number one was confirmed at the DP World Tour Championship as soon as Tommy Fleetwood was unable to claim victory.
Nov 18, 11:52
Andy Farrell, the England backs coach looks on during the England training session held at West Park Leeds Rugby Club on October 23, 2013
Hansen surprised England ever let Andy Farrell leave
The defence coach masterminded Ireland’s rearguard action in Dublin.
Nov 18, 11:48
Wales manager Ryan Giggs ahead of the UEFA Nations League match against Denmark on September 9, 2018
Manchester City teenager Rabbi Matondo called up for Wales
The 18-year-old forward is one of the Premier League champions’ fastest players.
Nov 18, 11:47
Steve Hansen the head coach of New Zealand acknowledges the fans ahead of the 2015 Rugby World Cup Final match between New Zealand and Australia at Twickenham Stadium on October 31, 2015
Hansen’s next move could see Schmidt join New Zealand coaching set-up
The All Blacks head coach is to make an announcement before Christmas.
Nov 18, 11:14
Rory Best of Ulster is tackled by Romain Taofifenua of Toulon during the European Rugby Champions Cup Pool 3 game at the Kingspan stadium on October 25, 2014
Josh Van Der Flier: Ireland showed New Zealand they will not be bullied
Ireland toppled back-to-back world champions New Zealand 16-9 at the Aviva Stadium.
Nov 18, 10:12
Germany manager Joachim Low on March 27, 2018
Joachim Low will give young players chance to shine in European Championship qualifiers
Holland’s 2-0 victory over world champions France on Friday confirmed Germany’s demotion from Group 1 of League A in the Nations League.
Nov 18, 09:38
Cleveland Cavaliers' Jordan Clarkson and Charlotte Hornets' Kemba Walker in action on November 13, 2018
Kemba Walker’s 60-point haul not enough to prevent Charlotte losing to Philadelphia
The Philadelphia 76ers still came out winners at the Spectrum Centre.
Nov 18, 08:40
Joe Root celebrates reaching a century for England on November 16, 2018
Joe Root endures sleepless night before leading England to victory
Root’s men wrapped up victory by 57 runs in Kandy.
Nov 18, 07:41
Chris Gunter in action during the EFL Cup game between Reading and Millwall on August 22, 2017
Gunter hoping Bale can help make record-breaking night a family occasion
The Reading defender tied Neville Southall on 92 caps in Friday’s 2-1 defeat to Denmark.
Nov 18, 07:24
Jack Leach in action for England on November 17, 2018
England claim rare series win with 57-run victory over Sri Lanka
England’s previous win in Australia came in 2001.
Nov 18, 05:37
Portugal manager Fernando Santos on May 28, 2018
Santos felt Portugal deserved draw that secured Nations League progression
Portugal have reached the Nations League finals.
Nov 17, 23:49
Scotland manager Alex McLeish pictured on October 11, 2018
Alex McLeish wants to hear Hampden roar for Nations League decider
Scotland host Israel in a winner-takes-all clash on Tuesday.
Nov 17, 23:23
Harry Kane celebrates after scoring his second goal of the night in Tottenham Hotspur's win against PSV Eindhoven on November 6, 2018
Harry Kane has sights set on Wayne Rooney’s England record
Kane has not scored in seven games for his country.
Nov 17, 22:45
England manager Gareth Southgate watches on during his side's international friendly with Switzerland on September 11, 2018
Southgate will let England’s football do the talking at Wembley
Croatia’s players have been outspoken ahead of their Nations League decider.
Nov 17, 22:45
Fulham's Timothy Fosu-Mensah challenges Tottenham Hotspur's Harry Kane on August 18, 2018
Claudio Ranieri excited about challenge that lies ahead at Fulham
The 67-year-old has taken over from Slavisa Jokanovic.
Nov 17, 22:30
Steve Hansen the head coach of New Zealand acknowledges the fans ahead of the 2015 Rugby World Cup Final match between New Zealand and Australia at Twickenham Stadium on October 31, 2015
All Blacks boss Hansen calls Ireland World Cup favourites
He also said they are now number one team in the world.
Nov 17, 22:15
Roger Federer in action at the ATP Finals on November 13, 2018
Alexander Zverev says sorry after controversial win over Roger Federer
The German will face Novak Djokovic on Sunday seeking to win the ATP Finals title.
Nov 17, 22:09
Ciro Immobile and Andrea Barzagli during the Coppa Italia final between Juventus and Lazio on May 17, 2017
Portugal seal Nations League Finals spot after Italy stalemate
It proved a frustrating evening for Roberto Mancini’s side.
Nov 17, 22:02
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Ireland’s greatest ever victories
Ireland beat New Zealand at home for the first time on Saturday.
Nov 17, 21:54
Scotland manager Alex McLeish pictured on October 11, 2018
Scotland ease to Nations League win over Albania
Ryan Fraser and James Forrest grab their first international goals as the visitors make the most of their numerical advantage.
Nov 17, 21:50
Greig Laidlaw of Scotland passes the ball during the international friendly match against Japan on June 18, 2016
Scotland are not far off world’s rugby elite – captain Greig Laidlaw
The skipper was left to curse missed opportunities as the Dark Blues were edged out 26-20.
Nov 17, 21:22
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Ireland beat New Zealand in Dublin thriller
Stockdale’s try helped the hosts to a 16-9 victory over the world number one All Blacks.
Nov 17, 21:12
Peter Horne of Scotland looks on during the RBS Six Nations match between France and Scotland at Stade de France on February 7, 2015
Scotland show spirit as South Africa scrape to victory
Handre Pollard finished with 13 points as the Springboks held on.
Nov 17, 19:23
England's Eddie Jones pictured on November 10, 2018
Eddie Jones urges England players to learn from narrow Japan victory
The Red Rose were 15-10 behind at the interval but managed to fight back to beat the Brave Blossoms.
Nov 17, 18:42
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