Claudio Ranieri pictured in November 2018
Can Claudio Ranieri defy the odds again and rescue Fulham?
Whatever transpires over his time at Craven Cottage, Ranieri will approach it all with a smile.
Nov 14, 13:21
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
Marouane Fellaini has finally cut his hair
“New year, new look.”
Nov 14, 13:07
Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa pictured in August 2018
Wales forward Roberts says Leeds boss Bielsa ‘opened his eyes’ to game
The 19-year-old moved to Elland Road from West Brom for £2.5million in January.
Nov 14, 12:55
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
Armstrong still coming to terms with life in the Premier League
The Scotland midfielder has made only three starts for Southampton since his summer switch from Celtic.
Nov 14, 12:54
Claudio Ranieri pictured in November 2018
Claudio Ranieri’s managerial career in numbers
The Italian has taken over at Leicester.
Nov 14, 12:51
Sam Curran in action for England against Sri Lanka on November 14, 2018
Curran strengthens all-round credentials in Kandy
The 20-year-old left-hander made 64 as England reached a respectable 285 against Sri Lanka.
Nov 14, 12:26
Sam Curran in action for England against Sri Lanka on November 14, 2018
Curran smashes six sixes to lift England out of trouble on opening day
Buttler began England fightback with a confident 63 after early wickets tumble.
Nov 14, 12:14
Claudio Ranieri pictured in November 2018
Claudio Ranieri's Fulham in-tray
What is waiting for the former Chelsea and Leicester boss when he walks into his new job at Craven Cottage?
Nov 14, 12:05
Claudio Ranieri pictured in November 2018
Claudio Ranieri sets sights high after replacing Slavisa Jokanovic at Fulham
The Italian's first game in charge will be at home to Southampton after the international break on November 24.
Nov 14, 11:57
Charlie Austin in action for Southampton on November 10, 2018
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg: Charlie Austin's interview shows that players care
The striker's post-match rant after the weekend draw with Watford went viral.
Nov 14, 11:38
Sam Curran in action for England against Sri Lanka on November 14, 2018
Turbo-charged Curran revives flagging England with late assault
The 20-year-old struck six sixes as he put on a last-wicket stand of 60 with James Anderson.
Nov 14, 11:06
Claudio Ranieri pictured in November 2018
Claudio Ranieri's memorable quotes
The Italian gave his squad bells as a Christmas present in 2015 to remind them not to slip up in training.
Nov 14, 10:40
Stuart Broad and James Anderson celebrate taking the wicket of AB de Villiers on day three of the second Test between South Africa and England on January 4, 2016
Sri Lanka scoreboard takes familiar tone with England team
Several players were referred to by their first names.
Nov 14, 10:25
Italy's Francesco Molinari celebrates with the Claret Jug after winning the 147th Open Championship on July 22, 2018
Molinari still has unfinished business as successful year draws to a close
The Italian has won three individual events and the Ryder Cup with Team Europe in 2018.
Nov 14, 09:59
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Jos Buttler leads the way for England in Pallekele
Buttler’s counter-attack propelled England towards a good first-innings total.
Nov 14, 09:34
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
Wayne Rooney’s highs and lows with England
The former captain to return in Thursday’s friendly against the United States.
Nov 14, 09:32
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
A history of England v USA in pictures
The Three Lions host the United States in the Wayne Rooney Foundation International.
Nov 14, 09:30
Wayne Rooney playing for England in November 2014
Timeline of Wayne Rooney's international career
The former Manchester United striker will win his 120th cap against the United States.
Nov 14, 08:31
Cleveland Cavaliers' Jordan Clarkson and Charlotte Hornets' Kemba Walker in action on November 13, 2018
Clarkson leads Cleveland to victory over Charlotte
The point guard led the Cavaliers with 24 points.
Nov 14, 07:21
Jos Buttler in action for England against Sri Lanka on November 14, 2018
Buttler leads England's recovery after testing morning session
Buttler arrived at the crease with England 89 for four in the 26th over.
Nov 14, 06:54
Ousmane Dembele in action for Barcelona in September 2017
Football rumours from the media
Jurgen Klopp is reportedly planning to splash a club-record £85million for a Barcelona winger.
Nov 14, 06:32
Callum Wilson in action for Bournemouth on October 27, 2018
Callum Wilson determined to take his chance with England
No English player has bettered the striker's league tally of six Premier League goals.
Nov 14, 06:01
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Susanna Dinnage describes Premier League job as 'pinnacle of professional sport'
Richard Scudamore has run English football's top flight since 1999.
Nov 14, 04:36
Caris LeVert and Derrick Rose in action on November 12, 2018
It could've been a lot worse: Caris LeVert thanks well-wishers after foot injury
The injury was not as bad as first feared.
Nov 14, 03:26
Wayne Rooney playing for England in November 2014
Rooney realises some people don't approve of his England return
The former captain will win his 120th international cap in a friendly against the United States on Thursday.
Nov 13, 22:46
Everton's Michael Keane is stretchered off injured on August 25, 2018
Keane returns to England fold after low point during Everton struggles
The defender could win his first cap in over a year in the friendly against the United States.
Nov 13, 22:46
Roger Federer in action at the ATP Finals on November 13, 2018
Federer recovers from opening-day defeat to sweep aside Thiem
The Swiss raced to a 6-2 6-3 victory at the O2.
Nov 13, 22:08
Japan captain Michael Leitch pictured in November 2017
Leitch says Japan will not bow down to England at Twickenham
Eddie Jones, the former Japan coach, had warned the Brave Blossoms to go to the temple and pray ahead of the game.
Nov 13, 22:01
England's Eddie Jones pictured on November 10, 2018
Jones classes officials' meetings as 'waste of time' after Underhill's ruled-out try
England were denied victory over New Zealand at Twickenham on Saturday.
Nov 13, 22:01
Santiago Solari in charge of Real Madrid on November 3, 2018
Five Real Madrid managers who have also played for the club
Santiago Solari is the latest former player to take over as boss at the Bernabeu.
Nov 13, 21:30
Danny Welbeck celebrates scoring during the Europa League group game between Sporting Lisbon and Arsenal on October 25, 2018
Welbeck: I'll be back stronger than ever
The Arsenal and England international faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines.
Nov 13, 18:23
Wayne Rooney playing for England in November 2014
Rooney understands why his England return divides opinion
The former England captain wants the country's top players to be honoured in the same way in the future.
Nov 13, 18:13
Christian Eriksen celebrates scoring during the World Cup group game between Denmark and Australia on June 21, 2018
Lawrence will show no mercy to former team-mate Eriksen
The pair were great friends during their time together as youngsters in Amsterdam.
Nov 13, 18:07
Ryan Christie in action for Celtic in May 2016
Menga offered two-game ban after alleged headbutt attempt
The Angolan was caught on camera motioning his head into the face of Ryan Christie.
Nov 13, 17:44
St Mirren goalkeeper Craig Samson in action during the Clydesdale Bank Scottish Premier League match between St Mirren and Celtic at St Mirren Park on October 20, 2012
Oran Kearney backs Craig Samson's decision to retire to take coaching role
The goalkeeper is to join former St Mirren boss Jack Ross' staff at Sunderland.
Nov 13, 17:37
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Beauden Barrett expecting some surprises from Ireland
The All Blacks are wary of Schmidt's men after a 40-29 defeat in 2016.
Nov 13, 17:33
Kevin Anderson celebrates winning a point during his epic Wimbledon semi-final with John Isner on July 13, 2018
Kevin Anderson ruthlessly sweeps aside Kei Nishikori
The South African eased to a 6-0 6-1 win over the world number nine.
Nov 13, 17:24
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Discovery's Susanna Dinnage named as Premier League's new chief executive
The former boss of British Eurosport will take over from Richard Scudamore early in 2019.
Nov 13, 17:21
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Andy Farrell insists New Zealand still the world's best even if Ireland win
New Zealand will retain the world number-one ranking even if number two side Ireland win in Dublin.
Nov 13, 17:01
Wayne Rooney playing for England in November 2014
Rooney hopes England farewell starts new tradition
The former captain will win his final cap against the United States and hopes the likes of Harry Kane receive similar honours in the future.
Nov 13, 16:35
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