England's Jonny Bairstow in action in the fifth ODI against Australia on June 24, 2018
Busy Bairstow happy to keep on battling against burn-out
Bairstow has been a star performer in one-day cricket for his country.
Oct 4, 17:00
Gerard Deulofeu celebrates with Lionel Messi after scoring during the La Liga game between Barcelona and Malaga on October 21, 2017
Gerard Deulofeu set to return for Watford
The former Everton and Barcelona winger has not featured because of injury.
Oct 4, 16:54
England manager Gareth Southgate consoles Marcus Rashford following his side's World Cup semi-final defeat to Croatia on July 11, 2018
Southgate looking to make further progress with England after signing new deal
The 48-year-old was appointed in 2016 and took the national team to the last four of the World Cup.
Oct 4, 16:41
Birmingham City manager Garry Monk pictured on July 28, 2018
Birmingham boss Garry Monk hit with one-match touchline ban
The club have appealed against the red card shown to midfielder Maikel Kieftenbeld.
Oct 4, 16:28
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
Gareth Southgate still waiting for news on Declan Rice’s international future
Defender has options with England and Republic of Ireland.
Oct 4, 16:19
Kyel Reid in action for Preston North End at the Pre Season Friendly between Motherwell and Preston North End at the City Stadium on July 24th, 2015 in Livingston, Scotland.
Man charged over coin-throwing incident during Livingston-Rangers match
Linesmen Calum Spence needed treatment for a wound to the back of his head.
Oct 4, 15:28
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
Gareth Southgate happy to hand a chance to ‘exciting’ players
England welcome fresh faces into squad for Nations League games.
Oct 4, 15:26
West Ham United's Declan Rice in action against Swansea City on March 3, 2018
Arter and Keane have moved on from row, says Republic boss O’Neill
Arter opted to miss the September fixtures against Wales and Poland following the incident.
Oct 4, 15:18
Rangers manager Steven Gerrard pictured on September 2, 2018
Adam Hammill: Boss Oran Kearney persuaded me to join St Mirren
Hammill had been without a club since leaving Barnsley in May.
Oct 4, 15:03
England manager Gareth Southgate consoles Marcus Rashford following his side's World Cup semi-final defeat to Croatia on July 11, 2018
Southgate deserves his new England contract, says Burnley boss Dyche
James Tarkowski has been included in Southgate’s latest squad but Joe Hart missed out.
Oct 4, 15:02
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
Hull takeover a long way off, says head coach Nigel Adkins
Reports have linked former owner Paul Duffen with a purchase of the Sky Bet Championship outfit.
Oct 4, 14:42
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
Tom Cairney has ability to play for England if he wishes, says Slavisa Jokanovic
The Fulham midfielder has only ever represented Scotland in friendlies so could switch allegiances.
Oct 4, 14:36
Carlos Sanchez in Uruguay training on June 24, 2018
West Ham midfielder Sanchez faces knee surgery and lengthy absence
The Colombia international was hurt in the Carabao Cup win over Macclesfield.
Oct 4, 14:32
Murray Davidson of St Johnstone is stretchered off during the Scottish League Cup Quarter final between Rangers and St Johnstoneat Ibrox Stadium on October 28, 2014
Celtic close to hitting top gear, says St Johnstone boss Tommy Wright
The Hoops have endured their worst start to a league season for 20 years.
Oct 4, 14:28
Barry Douglas of Dundee United in action during The William Hill Scottish Cup Semi Final between Dundee United and Celtic at Hampden Park on April 14, 2013
Leeds defender Barry Douglas ruled out of action with a hamstring injury
Douglas will miss clash with Brentford but could return after the international break.
Oct 4, 14:22
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Dad-to-be Max Whitlock sets sights on third world gymnastics title
Whitlock and his wife, Leah, are expecting their first child in February.
Oct 4, 14:16
England manager Gareth Southgate watches on during his side's international friendly with Switzerland on September 11, 2018
A closer look at the less familiar faces in Gareth Southgate’s England squad
There were a number of left-field selections for this month’s Nations League encounters.
Oct 4, 13:59
Claude Puel in charge of Leicester City on December 9, 2017
Foxes boss Puel welcomes James Maddison’s England call-up
Maddison has only made seven Premier League appearances.
Oct 4, 13:43
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
Gareth Southgate calls for Sancho, Mount and Maddison as England reward trio
The selection of the young attacking midfielders offers a glimpse into the future of the Three Lions.
Oct 4, 13:32
England manager Gareth Southgate watches on during his side's international friendly with Switzerland on September 11, 2018
Take a look at Gareth Southgate’s England record
Southgate has overseen 15 wins since being appointed interim boss in September 2016.
Oct 4, 13:30
England manager Gareth Southgate watches on during his side's international friendly with Switzerland on September 11, 2018
New deal, new challenges – what the future holds for Gareth Southgate
The former under-21 boss is under contract until the 2022 World Cup.
Oct 4, 13:22
England manager Gareth Southgate consoles Marcus Rashford following his side's World Cup semi-final defeat to Croatia on July 11, 2018
The highs and lows of Gareth Southgate’s football career
The former defender captained Crystal Palace to the Division One title, but missed a penalty in the Euro 96 semi-final against Germany.
Oct 4, 13:13
England manager Gareth Southgate consoles Marcus Rashford following his side's World Cup semi-final defeat to Croatia on July 11, 2018
Southgate set to join England’s long-serving managers with new deal
The former under-21 coach has agreed a contract through to 2022.
Oct 4, 13:10
England manager Gareth Southgate consoles Marcus Rashford following his side's World Cup semi-final defeat to Croatia on July 11, 2018
Portugal coach defends Ronaldo over rape allegation
Juventus superstar has reportedly reached an agreement excusing him from international duties until 2019, according to reports in Portugal.
Oct 4, 13:09
England manager Gareth Southgate watches on during his side's international friendly with Switzerland on September 11, 2018
Gareth Southgate thrilled to land extended England deal after World Cup run
Southgate was appointed England manager in 2016.
Oct 4, 13:01
England manager Gareth Southgate consoles Marcus Rashford following his side's World Cup semi-final defeat to Croatia on July 11, 2018
Brentford boss Dean Smith not interested in Aston Villa vacancy
The 47-year-old is an Aston Villa fan.
Oct 4, 13:01
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured on September 18, 2018
Reds must be ready for Manchester City test, warns Jurgen Klopp
Liverpool lost 1-0 against Napoli in the Champions League.
Oct 4, 13:00
Brooks Koepka lines up a putt on the on the fifth hole during the first round of the Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands on June 21, 2018
Spectator hit by wayward Tyrrell Hatton shot at Alfred Dunhill Links
The incident comes less than a week after a woman suffered a serious eye injury after being struck by a tee shot from Brooks Koepka in the Ryder Cup.
Oct 4, 12:57
Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek celebrates scoring against AEK Athens in a Champions League match in September 2018
Gareth Bale injury boost as Wales name squad for Spain and Republic matches
The 29-year-old striker missed Real Madrid’s Champions League defeat on Tuesday.
Oct 4, 12:57
Phil Jones and Jose Mourinho after the EFL Cup third-round game between Manchester United and Derby County on September 25, 2018
Paul Ince: Time running out for Mourinho at Man Utd
United are enduring their worst start to a league campaign in 29 years.
Oct 4, 11:30
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
Lionel Messi’s astonishing numbers
The Argentinian scored a brace in Barcelona’s win over Tottenham on Wednesday night.
Oct 4, 11:23
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
Jose Mourinho set for breakfast grill at early Manchester United briefing
Will the Special One serve up Special K for reporters?
Oct 4, 11:21
Celta Vigo's Jonny Castro vies with Atletico Madrid's Yannick Ferreira Carrasco on January 20, 2016
Wolves defender Otto named in Spain squad
The 24-year-old full-back is yet to earn a full cap.
Oct 4, 10:58
West Ham United's Declan Rice in action against Swansea City on March 3, 2018
Harry Arter back with Republic after Roy Keane row
Arter opted to miss the September fixtures against Wales and Poland following the incident.
Oct 4, 10:43
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Bairstow and co primed for testing series in Sri Lanka
First ODI will be played on October 10.
Oct 4, 09:42
Lewis Hamilton at the British GP on July 7, 2018
Bottas admits Mercedes team orders could continue in Japan
The Finn was told to move aside for team-mate Hamilton in Russia.
Oct 4, 09:36
Harry Winks in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur on December 16, 2017
Winks ‘proud’ of Tottenham fightback, but says defeat ‘tough to take’
Spurs scored twice in the second half against Barcelona, but could not recover from a disappointing first 45 minutes.
Oct 4, 09:25
Harry Winks in action for Tottenham Hotspur on December 13, 2017
Bournemouth postpone plans to build new stadium
The capacity at the Vitality Stadium is the lowest in the Premier League.
Oct 4, 09:25
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
In Pictures: In pictures: Lionel Messi’s Champions League goals against British opposition
The Argentinian scored twice against Tottenham.
Oct 4, 09:06
Brighton & Hove Albion manager Chris Hughton pictured on July 14, 2018
Hughton welcomes Izquierdo return for Hammers clash
Colombian scored in both of Brighton’s wins over the east Londoners last season.
Oct 4, 09:02
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