John Terry during happier times for Aston Villa on May 15, 2018
Terry’s eager to learn but reckons he is four or five years off being a manager
The former Chelsea and England captain announced his retirement from playing on October 7.
Oct 16, 14:05
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Wayne Bennett says there is plenty of competition for places in England squad
England take on France and then New Zealand.
Oct 16, 13:50
Moeen Ali reacts after being hit on the head during day one of the fourth Test between England and Pakistan on August 11, 2016
Tom Curran in line to replace departed Dawson as England add extra pace
Tom Curran is set to get the nod ahead of Mark Wood in the attack.
Oct 16, 13:32
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho reacts during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United on October 6, 2018
FA charges Jose Mourinho for touchline comments after Newcastle win
The Manchester United manager apparently made the comments in Portuguese directly into a TV camera as he left the Old Trafford pitch.
Oct 16, 13:19
Ali Carter in action against Mark Selby during the second round of The Dafabet World Snooker Championship at Crucible Theatre on April 25, 2014
Five Ronnie O’Sullivan snooker controversies
The 42-year-old was critical of Crawley’s K2 Leisure Centre as it prepares to host the English Open
Oct 16, 12:27
Marcos Alonso and Leo Jaba in action during the Europa League group game between PAOK and Chelsea on September 20, 2018
Spain skipper Sergio Ramos talks up England after Seville showing
Spain lost a competitive match on home soil for the first time in 15 years.
Oct 16, 12:17
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Impressive Konta dismantles Mertens’ serve watched by potential new coach
Konta beat a top-20 opponent for just the fifth time this season.
Oct 16, 12:12
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Wales call up uncapped Jonah Holmes and Luke Morgan for autumn internationals
Wales face Test matches next month against Scotland, Australia, Tonga and South Africa.
Oct 16, 12:09
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Billy Vunipola’s injury woes
The England number eight will miss the autumn Test series with a broken arm.
Oct 16, 12:01
England's Luke Shaw lies on the pitch after sustaining an injury during the UEFA Nations League match against Spain on September 8, 2018
Gareth Southgate: England’s stunning Spain win can be catalyst
England produced a thrilling first-half display of free-flowing football normally associated with Spain.
Oct 16, 11:34
Birmingham City's David Davis applauds fans after the match against Aston Villa on April 23, 2017
Nicolai Brock-Madsen back at Birmingham
The striker failed to score for St Mirren.
Oct 16, 11:20
Tammy Abraham in action for Chelsea on August 7, 2018
Tammy Abraham tips John Terry to make a big impact at Aston Villa
Abraham and Terry were teammates at Chelsea together.
Oct 16, 11:16
England's Marcus Rashford celebrates with Harry Kane and Kieran Trippier after scoring their first goal in the UEFA Nations League game against Spain on September 8, 2018
England’s victory over Spain sets the benchmark – Kieran Trippier
Gareth Southgate’s side stunned Spain in a 3-2 Nations League victory that will live long in the memory.
Oct 16, 11:00
Fans of Northern Ireland during the Euro 2016 Group C match against Ukraine on June 16, 2016
Michael O’Neill impressed with Gavin Whyte despite glaring miss in Bosnia
Northern Ireland hit the woodwork twice.
Oct 16, 11:00
Wout Weghorst talks to Netherlands boss Ronald Koeman on March 23, 2018
Van Dijk has been playing with two broken ribs, claims Holland boss Koeman
Liverpool are also sweating on the fitness of Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane and Naby Keita ahead of the weekend trip to Huddersfield.
Oct 16, 10:35
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
Watch: Raheem Sterling’s best goals for Manchester City
The forward is a prolific scorer for his club.
Oct 16, 10:14
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 memorable England away wins
Gareth Southgate's men inflicted a rare defeat on Spain with a 3-2 win in Seville on Monday night.
Oct 16, 10:11
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5 things you may not know about Joe Denly
The Kent batsman scored 828 runs in Division 2 last season with an average of 34.5.
Oct 16, 09:44
Usain Bolt in action for Central Coast Mariners on August 31, 2018
Australian anti-doping authority defends Bolt drug test request
The former athletics star is on trial with A-League club Central Coast Mariners as he seeks to launch a professional football career.
Oct 16, 09:03
Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring during the Nations League game between Spain and England on October 15, 2018
Sterling’s England goal drought
The forward netted his first international goals in three years during Monday’s win over Spain.
Oct 16, 08:18
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
Football rumours from the media
Luke Shaw, Vincent Kompany and Toby Alderweireld fuel the back-page gossip on Tuesday.
Oct 16, 05:26
West Bromwich Albion's James McClean in action against Tottenham Hotspur on May 5, 2018
O’Neill praises commitment to Republic cause of James McClean
The midfielder wanted to play in Wales with a broken wrist.
Oct 16, 03:30
England manager Gareth Southgate watches on during his side's international friendly with Switzerland on September 11, 2018
Gareth Southgate praises ‘courageous’ England team after memorable win in Spain
The manager said the bravery of the players pleased him the most.
Oct 16, 03:30
Ben Davies in action for Wales in the Nations League on September 9, 2018
Ben Davies ready for ‘intense’ Republic of Ireland clash
Ireland skipper Seamus Coleman suffered serious injury when the two countries last met in Dublin.
Oct 16, 03:30
Spain captain Sergio Ramos celebrates with Rodri and Alvaro Morata after scoring during his side's international friendly with Wales on October 11, 2018
Gareth Southgate ‘extremely proud’ after memorable England win in Spain
Raheem Sterling scored twice and Marcus Rashford once in a stunning first half performance.
Oct 15, 22:40
Robert Prosinecki celebrates scoring for Croatia on July 11, 1998.
Michael O’Neill envious of Edin Dzeko’s talents as Bosnia beat Northern Ireland
The former Manchester City striker bagged a brace as the visitors were made to pay for errors at both ends of the pitch.
Oct 15, 22:30
John Terry during happier times for Aston Villa on May 15, 2018
Smith insists it was his call to appoint Terry as Villa assistant
Smith will work with Terry and Richard O’Kelly at Villa Park.
Oct 15, 21:30
Gary Caldwell in charge of Wigan Athletic in July 2016
Low on a high with appointment of Caldwell
Low on a high with appointment of Caldwell
Oct 15, 21:29
Edin Dzeko in action during the Coppa Italia game between Lazio and Roma on March 1, 2017
Dzeko double leaves Northern Ireland to rue wasted chances
Gavin Whyte missed a gilt-edged chance for the visitors.
Oct 15, 20:48
Harry Winks celebrates during the Nations League game between Spain and England on October 15, 2018
Harry Winks keeps things ticking over for England on memorable night in Seville
The Spurs midfielder did not catch the eye but was solid in the centre of the park.
Oct 15, 20:46
Ali Carter in action against Mark Selby during the second round of The Dafabet World Snooker Championship at Crucible Theatre on April 25, 2014
A hellhole with a whiff of urine – O'Sullivan unimpressed by English Open venue
World Snooker said feedback from other players had been 'overwhelmingly positive'.
Oct 15, 19:08
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk in action during his side's Premier League clash with West Ham United on August 12, 2018
Liverpool boosted by Van Dijk injury update
The defender has been a crucial part of their fine start to the season.
Oct 15, 19:01
Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on September 29, 2018
'Brazil v Argentina is never a friendly' – rivals set for Saudi Arabia clash
Argentina will be without a host of star names, including Lionel Messi and Sergio Aguero.
Oct 15, 19:01
Aaron Ramsey in action for Arsenal on August 25, 2018
Giggs wants young players to shine in absence of star duo Bale and Ramsey
The Dragons will top their Nations League group with a Dublin victory.
Oct 15, 18:41
Barcelona midfielder Philippe Coutinho celebrates with Lionel Messi after scoring the opening goal in his side's Champions League clash with Tottenham Hotspur on October 3, 2018
Goals, red cards and Messi magic – 5 memorable Brazil v Argentina meetings
The Barcelona star scored a hat-trick in a 4-3 win for Argentina in a 2012 friendly.
Oct 15, 18:13
Gary Caldwell in charge of Wigan Athletic in July 2016
Gary Caldwell named Partick Thistle boss
The former Scotland international replaces Alan Archibald.
Oct 15, 17:17
Chris Woakes in action on day one of the fourth Test between South Africa and England on January 22, 2016
Denly gets another chance with England as Dawson heads home with injury
The Kent all-rounder was recently called up to the Test squad.
Oct 15, 17:14
Germany's Marco Reus in action in the World Cup game against Sweden on June 23, 2018
Low convinced Germany have learned from their Nations League humbling by Holland
Die Mannschaft were beaten 3-0 by Holland in Amsterdam and now face the world champions.
Oct 15, 16:57
Ali Carter in action against Mark Selby during the second round of The Dafabet World Snooker Championship at Crucible Theatre on April 25, 2014
A hellhole that stinks of urine – O’Sullivan unimpressed by English Open venue
The 42-year-old won his opening match against Kurt Maflin 4-1.
Oct 15, 16:42
Leeds United's Tom Pearce celebrates scoring their first goal against Barnsley on April 21, 2018
Leeds defender Jansson charged over ref comments
The Swede criticised referee Jeremy Simpson following the 1-1 draw with Brentford.
Oct 15, 16:14
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