Danny Welbeck celebrates scoring during the Europa League group game between Sporting Lisbon and Arsenal on October 25, 2018
Arsenal announce Danny Welbeck has had two successful operations on his ankle
Welbeck faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines.
Nov 12, 23:16
Kasper Schmeichel in action for Leicester City on October 22, 2018
Giggs hopes Schmeichel can focus on football on return to Cardiff
Wales and Denmark meet in a crunch Nations League clash in Cardiff on Friday.
Nov 12, 22:31
Xherdan Shaqiri celebrates during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Southampton on September 22, 2018
I understood reasons for Belgrade omission, says Liverpool star Shaqiri
The Switzerland international was on target in the 2-0 Premier League win over Fulham.
Nov 12, 22:31
Jonny Evans in action for the doomed West Bromwich Albion on January 27, 2018
Northern Ireland's Jonny Evans says he still thinks of Roy Keane during games
The defender played for the Republic's assistant manager at Sunderland.
Nov 12, 22:31
Sam Billings during an England nets session on November 22, 2015
Kent captaincy gave Sam Billings new lease of life after England frustrations
The wicketkeeper-batsman has struggled to secure a regular place at international level.
Nov 12, 22:00
Ben Foakes celebrates reaching a century for England against Sri Lanka on November 7, 2018
Ben Foakes to remain as England wicketkeeper for second Test against Sri Lanka
Jonny Bairstow could be in line for a Test return after recovering from an ankle injury, but only as a specialist batsman.
Nov 12, 22:00
Novak Djokovic in action at the Rogers Cup in August 2018
Djokovic makes short work of Isner to open ATP Finals with victory
In Monday's other match Alexander Zverev defeated Marin Cilic.
Nov 12, 21:45
Wayne Rooney appears for DC United against the Vanncouver Whitecaps on July 14, 2018
Wayne Rooney links up with England squad one final time
The former captain is part of a 27-man group to face the United States on Thursday.
Nov 12, 21:01
Zlatan Ibrahimovic in action for LA Galaxy on September 30, 2018
Zlatan Ibrahimovic named MLS Newcomer of the Year
The 37-year-old scored 22 goals and had 10 assists in the 27 games he played for LA Galaxy.
Nov 12, 20:49
Southend's Mark Phillips and Rochdale's Terry Cornell battle for the ball on November 24, 2012
West Ham reinstate suspended academy coach
The club investigated Mark Phillips’ social media posts after he went to an event organised by the Democratic Football Lads Alliance (DFLA).
Nov 12, 18:37
Ryan Christie in action for Celtic in May 2016
Ryan Christie grateful to Brendan Rodgers for guiding his Celtic career
The midfielder has signed a new contract with the club.
Nov 12, 18:28
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
5 things to look out for in the Nations League
Spain and France are among those who could seal their qualification.
Nov 12, 18:11
Marin Cilic in action at the US Open on September 5, 2018
Zverev defeats Cilic to open ATP Finals campaign with victory
The German needed two tie-breaks as he triumphed at the O2 Arena.
Nov 12, 17:52
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Coles found it weird facing old pal Shields
The All Blacks front-rower had to put friendship aside when he came up against England at Twickenham.
Nov 12, 17:35
Max Verstappen pictured after the Austrian GP on July 1, 2018
Horner defends Verstappen over Ocon incident in Brazil
The Red Bull team principal said there was no room for 'robots' in Formula One.
Nov 12, 17:09
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
Five features of the Premier League season so far
Eden Hazard has shone for Chelsea.
Nov 12, 16:43
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Murray is right to miss Ireland’s clash with All Blacks, says Sexton
The scrum-half injured his neck on his country’s tour to Australia during the summer.
Nov 12, 16:42
City players argue with Anthony Taylor after Fabian Delph is sent off during the FA Cup game between Wigan Athletic and Manchester City on February 19, 2018
FA seeks Guardiola explanation over referee comments
The City manger spoke about Anthony Taylor before he took charge of the Manchester derby.
Nov 12, 15:50
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
Five of Max Verstappen’s previous bust-ups
The Red Bull driver is no stranger to confrontations with his fellow drivers.
Nov 12, 15:34
West Bromwich Albion's James McClean in action against Tottenham Hotspur on May 5, 2018
Martin O’Neill plans talks with James McClean ahead of Northern Ireland clash
The Republic of Ireland midfielder has received the backing of skipper Seamus Coleman over his decision not to wear a Remembrance Day poppy.
Nov 12, 15:22
Reiss Nelson in action for Arsenal in pre-season on July 26, 2018
5 young English players who are enjoying their football in Europe
The 18-year-old forward has lit up the Bundesliga alongside Jadon Sancho.
Nov 12, 13:59
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Murray ruled out of Ireland’s New Zealand test
The Six Nations Grand Slam winner face the back-to-back world champions.
Nov 12, 13:40
General view of Burnley's Turf Moor taken April 2018
Stone takes charge of Burnley Under-23s
The former England international replaces Michael Duff.
Nov 12, 13:11
City players celebrate their equaliser during the Champions League quarter-final between Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City on April 6, 2016
Nasri closing in on Premier League return
The midfielder has not played in almost a year.
Nov 12, 13:09
Tony Bellew at the UK premiere of 'Creed' on January 12, 2016
A closer look at Tony Bellew’s career as he hangs up his gloves
Bellew delayed his retirement plans to challenge Usyk but the Ukrainian prevailed by an eighth-round knockout.
Nov 12, 13:03
Ruben Loftus-Cheek is joined in celebration by his Chelsea teammates after netting in the 3-1 win over BATE Borisov on October 25, 2018
Rudiger: I told ‘diving’ Bernard to get up – then he ‘hit me with his forehead’
The Chelsea defender was furious to receive a yellow card for his clash with the Everton player.
Nov 12, 12:38
Everton midfielder Gylfi Sigurdsson celebrates scoring during his side's EFL Cup clash with Rotherham on August 29, 2018
Injured Sigurdsson pulls out of Iceland squad
The Everton star hurt his ankle in his side’s goalless draw with Chelsea.
Nov 12, 12:25
John Bateman and Gareth Widdop of England tackle Roger Tuivasa-Sheck of New Zealand during the match between England and New Zealand at the DW Stadium on November 14, 2015
John Bateman would jump at the chance of representing England mid-season
Bateman is leaving Wigan for the NRL.
Nov 12, 12:05
Virgil van Dijk fouls Leroy Sane in Liverpool's goalless Premier League draw with Manchester City on October 7, 2018
Liverpool can do little to affect Manchester City’s progress – Virgil Van Dijk
Last season Pep Guardiola’s side dropped just 14 points over the whole campaign.
Nov 12, 12:00
Danny Welbeck celebrates scoring during the Europa League group game between Sporting Lisbon and Arsenal on October 25, 2018
Injured Welbeck still ‘a big part of our team’, says Arsenal keeper Leno
The forward spoke with the squad ahead of Sunday’s draw with Wolves at the Emirates Stadium.
Nov 12, 12:00
Alvaro Morata and Eden Hazard celebrate during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Crystal Palace on November 4, 2018
I’m tired, but I’m happy, says Chelsea star Hazard
The Belgian played 90 minutes for the first time since October 20 in the goalless draw with Everton.
Nov 12, 11:37
Bernardo Silva celebrates the third during the Champions League group game between Shakhtar Donetsk and Manchester City on October 23, 2018
Manchester City dealt Manchester United damaging title blow – Bernardo Silva
City opened up a 12-point lead over their neighbours with a deserved 3-1 derby win at the Etihad Stadium.
Nov 12, 11:19
England batsman Jos Buttler celebrates his maiden Test ton against India on August 21, 2018
Buttler: Flexible batting order a big strength for England
The vice-captain is one of the players who could be promoted to number three for the second Test against Sri Lanka.
Nov 12, 10:47
Victor Lindelof in action for Manchester United on December 30, 2017
We should have capitalised on City nerves, says United defender Lindelof
The Swede felt the visitors could have pushed more for an equaliser after Anthony Martial had made it 2-1 at the Etihad.
Nov 12, 10:36
Oleksandr Usyk celebrates his victory on November 10, 2018
What next for Oleksandr Usyk?
Usyk was unfazed by the hostile reception he faced at the Manchester Arena.
Nov 12, 09:01
Ilkay Gundogan in action for Manchester City on September 19, 2018
Five of the best team goals after Ilkay Gundogan's effort in the Manchester derby
The City midfielder finished a 44-pass move.
Nov 12, 08:53
LeBron James in action for the LA Lakers on November 11, 2018
James leads the way as Lakers edge out Hawks
The LA Lakers beat the Atlanta Hawks 107-106.
Nov 12, 07:22
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Brees inspires Saints to eighth straight win, but Brady has game to forget
The Saints beat the Bengals 51-14.
Nov 12, 06:58
Paul Pogba in action for Manchester United during his side's Premier League clash with Everton on October 28, 2018
Football rumours from the media
Juventus could offer United a choice of three players to secure a deal for Pogba, according to reports.
Nov 12, 06:40
Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha pictured on August 7, 2016
The sporting weekend in pictures
Leicester played their first game at the King Power Stadium since the death of their owner, while Tony Bellew was knocked out by Oleksandr Usyk.
Nov 12, 05:01
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