Malky Mackay pictured in November 2017
New Ross County boss Malky Mackay determined to look forward
Malky Mackay apologised in 2014 for sending text messages he admitted were "disrespectful of other cultures".
May 26, 13:08
A general shot of Rangers' Ibrox Stadium on November 22, 2020
John Bennett: 'Rangers can be financially self-sufficient within 18 months'
Vice-chairman John Bennett hopes the days of the club going cap in hand to investors will soon be over after Rangers romped to their 55th league title.
May 26, 13:06
Nick Pope warms up for Burnley on March 13, 2021
Nick Pope undergoes "successful" knee operation
The 29-year-old missed out on a place in Gareth Southgate's provisional England squad for Euro 2020 due to the left knee injury.
May 26, 12:48
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
Gdansk mayor condemns attack on Manchester United fans
The attack reportedly left three individuals with minor injuries.
May 26, 12:48
Former international cricketer Glenn McGrath is pictured during a photocall at the Honourable Artillery Company on June 29, 2015
A look at some freak injuries in sport
Ben Foakes has joined the list of bizarre sporting injuries after slipping on a sock.
May 26, 12:47
Ben Foakes during an England nets session on February 8, 2019
Ben Foakes ruled out of New Zealand Test series
Haseeb Hameed and Sam Billings have been called up to the squad.
May 26, 12:47
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
London 2012 stars may return when Hege Riise names Tokyo squad
An 18-strong group plus a four-player standby list for the Games will be confirmed on Thursday.
May 26, 12:47
Malky Mackay pictured in November 2017
Malky Mackay takes over at Ross County
The 49-year-old stepped down as Scottish Football Association performance director last November.
May 26, 12:46
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel pictured on April 10, 2021
Manchester City vs. Chelsea: The latest all-English duel in Europe
Here the PA news agency takes a look at some other memorable ties in the competition between top-flight teams from England.
May 26, 12:46
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured in February 2021
Manchester City going in search of elusive European title
Pep Guardiola and Thomas Tuchel will go head to head in the Champions League final.
May 26, 12:45
Manchester City's Sergio Aguero is thrown in the air by teammates as they celebrate winning the Premier League after his last match at the Etihad Stadium as a Manchester City player on May 23, 2021
A look at some key dates in Manchester City's journey
The club are in the Champions League final 22 years after escaping Division Two.
May 26, 12:45
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 look at Chelsea's past European finals
The Blues will be looking to win their second Champions League crown this weekend.
May 26, 12:44
Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough pictured on September 7, 2020
Ian Baraclough selects mix of youth and experience in Northern Ireland squad
Teenagers Sam McClelland and Conor Bradley have been included in a 25-man squad.
May 26, 09:35
Daniel Dubois pictured on July 13, 2019
Daniel Dubois ready to return after recovering from eye injury
The Londoner faces Bogdan Dinu on June 5 in Telford.
May 26, 09:17
England's Jofra Archer in action against India on March 18, 2021
Jofra Archer starts "intensive rehabilitation" after elbow surgery
The fast bowler has gone under the knife after managing varying degrees of pain in his right elbow for around 18 months.
May 26, 09:16
Real Madrid's Sergio Ramos has a stretch on January 14, 2021
A team of stars set to miss out on Euro 2020
Injury, poor form and manager preference have accounted for several big names when selections have been made.
May 26, 09:16
Renowned heterosexual Israel Folau scores for Catalans Dragons on February 15, 2020
Israel Folau's attempt to play in Australia blocked
The Dragons were shocked to discover an attempt by Israel Folau to sign for his local club Southport Tigers despite still being contracted to them.
May 26, 09:15
Oliver Dowden pictured in March 2020
Edgbaston Test to welcome around 18,000 fans each day
The stadium will be 70 per cent full for England's second Test against the Black Caps in mid-June after being selected for a Government pilot event.
May 26, 09:14
Golden State Warriors point-guard Stephen Curry in action during the NBA match against the Los Angeles Clippers on November 4, 2015
NBA roundup: Los Angeles Lakers rally late to level first-round series
The Californians had to hold off their resurgent hosts in the second half.
May 26, 07:19
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on May 6, 2021
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hopes to use Europa League as launchpad
Manchester United take on Villarreal in Wednesday's final but captain Harry Maguire is unlikely to be fit.
May 26, 07:17
Barcelona midfielder Philippe Coutinho pictured in October 2020
Wednesday's paper talk: Emiliano Buendia, Philippe Coutinho, Lucas Torreira
Has the time come for Ruben Neves to leave the side he pushed into the Premier League?
May 26, 07:16
England coach Trevor Bayliss on September 8, 2019
On This Day: Trevor Bayliss appointed as England head coach
Trevor Bayliss' crowning glory was the 2019 World Cup triumph.
May 26, 07:15
Michael van Gerwen in action in March 2016
Michael van Gerwen secures spot in Premier League play-offs
The Dutchman beat Gary Anderson 8-4 on Tuesday.
May 25, 22:06
England's Phil Foden in action against Iceland in the UEFA Nations League on November 18, 2020
Gareth Southgate hails Pep Guardiola's management of Phil Foden
Phil Foden has been a key part of Manchester City's successful season.
May 25, 22:02
Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold celebrates scoring against Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on January 28, 2021
Gareth Southgate hints at Trent Alexander-Arnold midfield role
The Liverpool defender is one of four right-backs named in Gareth Southgate's provisional England squad for Euro 2020.
May 25, 22:02
Fernandinho in action for Manchester City in January 2021
Fernandinho: 'Man City have reached new heights'
City take on Chelsea for European club football's biggest prize in Porto on Saturday.
May 25, 21:37
General view of Dens Park, home to Dundee, from 2013
Charlie Adam: 'Promotion with Dundee is what dreams are made of'
The Dens Park side have followed Hearts in reclaiming their place in the Scottish Premiership.
May 25, 21:36
General view of Dens Park, home to Dundee, from 2013
John Nelms urges Dundee to follow St Johnstone's example
The Dens Park side are set to return to the Scottish Premiership next season after getting the better of Kilmarnock in the play-offs.
May 25, 21:35
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez pictured in September 2019
UEFA opens disciplinary proceedings against Barca, Real Madrid and Juventus
The three clubs were the only ones of 12 original breakaway clubs who did not subsequently renounce the competition.
May 25, 20:16
Chelsea's Cesar Azpilicueta leaves the field in tears on August 1, 2020
Chelsea successfully appeal Azpilicueta red card in Villa clash
The defender appeared to lash out at Villa midfielder Jack Grealish.
May 25, 20:15
England manager Gareth Southgate pictured on March 25, 2021
How have England's 33-man squad fared in league action this season?
Injury doubts over several players have played a part in the decision to select 33 men but coach Gareth Southgate has much to consider besides.
May 25, 20:14
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
FA chief: 'Online trolls must face real world consequences'
Edleen John was one of the key speakers at a virtual event on Tuesday to discuss online abuse in football.
May 25, 19:21
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IPL 'set to resume in September in United Arab Emirates'
The Times of India reports that the competition, postponed in early May, will resume with 10 double-headers in three weeks.
May 25, 19:21
Villarreal's Pau Torres pictured in March 2021
Pau Torres ignoring Man United speculation ahead of Europa League final
The Yellow Submarine are eyeing the first major trophy in their 98-year history when they take on the Old Trafford giants in Gdansk on Wednesday.
May 25, 18:29
Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe scores against Bayern Munich in the Champions League on April 7, 2021
Tuesday's sporting social: Reaction to England squad and Mbappe gets his jab
The best of the day's social media posts from the sporting world.
May 25, 18:29
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on May 6, 2021
Solskjaer hopes Europa League win would be "stepping stone" for Man United
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is looking to win his first trophy as manager of the club he enjoyed so much success with as a player.
May 25, 18:28
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Scotland's Cameron Redpath set for surgery on ruptured ACL
The 21-year-old ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee.
May 25, 18:27
St Johnstone manager Tommy Wright pictured in January 2016
Tommy Wright pays tribute to Gary Dicker after Kilmarnock departure
The Ayrshire club will play Championship football next season after defeat to Dundee in their Scottish Premiership play-off final.
May 25, 18:26
Sale's Manu Tuilagi reacts after suffering an injury against Northampton Saints on September 29, 2020
Alex Sanderson: 'Manu Tuilagi looks as strong as a bull'
Manu Tuilagi has been sidelined since September because of an Achilles injury but is on course to return for Sale on Friday.
May 25, 18:25
A general view of Olympic rings following an outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), in front of the Japan Olympics Museum in Tokyo, Japan March 24, 2020
What are the latest developments ahead of the Tokyo Olympics?
Japan's capital is still under a state of emergency and there remains strong public opposition to the Games.
May 25, 16:39
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