James McPake pictured in May 2015
James McPake keen to repay faith to Dundee
A fractured knee cap suffered in a horror collision during a January 2016 Dundee derby effectively killed off his first-team career.
May 19, 10:26
Lando Norris pictured on March 12, 2020
Lando Norris pens new long-term deal with McLaren
The 21-year-old Englishman says he "couldn't imagine starting the next phase" of his career anywhere else.
May 19, 09:07
Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtic celebrates reaching the Eastern Conference semi-finals on September 12, 2020
NBA roundup: Boston Celtics secure seventh seed in Eastern Conference
The Celtics will meet the Brooklyn Nets in the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
May 19, 07:11
Harry Kane in action for Spurs on March 14, 2021
Wednesday's paper talk: Harry Kane, Willian, Robert Lewandowski
Harry Kane has been linked with a move to Manchester City, while Willian is reportedly looking to trade England for Florida.
May 19, 07:10
Runners make their way through Canary Wharf during the Virgin Money London Marathon on April 26, 2015
'Hometown Heroes' unveiled as Birmingham prepares for Commonwealth Games
The campaign celebrates and recognises the diversity of the West Midlands.
May 19, 07:09
Didier Drogba with the Champions League trophy in 2012.
On This Day: Chelsea win Champions League
The Blues beat Bayern Munich on penalties at the German side's Allianz Arena home.
May 19, 07:08
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel on May 8, 2021.
Thomas Tuchel: 'Amartey incident was not used as motivation'
The Leicester midfielder was filmed throwing the Chelsea pennant across the dressing room in Saturday's FA Cup celebrations.
May 18, 23:01
Harry Kane in action for Spurs on March 14, 2021
Solskjaer, Guardiola refuse to comment on Harry Kane speculation
City and United, along with Chelsea, have been linked with the Tottenham and England striker.
May 18, 22:44
Tyson Fury in action on February 22, 2020
Tyson Fury hints at Deontay Wilder rematch amid AJ uncertainty
An arbitration decision in America has thrown the all-British contest into doubt.
May 18, 22:44
Chelsea's N'Golo Kante goes off injured against Leicester City in the Premier League on May 18, 2021
Thomas Tuchel confirms Kante "felt his hamstring" in Leicester win
Thomas Tuchel is hopeful the key midfielder has avoided a hamstring injury.
May 18, 22:33
West Ham United manager David Moyes on May 9, 2021
David Moyes reveals progress in West Ham contract talks
David Moyes' current terms are set to expire this summer.
May 18, 22:32
Burnley manager Sean Dyche pictured on May 10, 2021
Sean Dyche: 'Staying at Burnley would not represent lack of ambition'
Sean Dyche declined to be drawn on the speculation.
May 18, 22:30
Tottenham Hotspur interim manager Ryan Mason on May 16, 2021
Ryan Mason refusing to discuss Harry Kane future
Harry Kane has reportedly told Spurs he wants to leave the club this summer in a pursuit of trophies.
May 18, 22:29
Brighton & Hove Albion's Dan Burn celebrates scoring their third goal against Manchester City in the Premier League on May 18, 2021
PL roundup: Brighton stun Man City, Chelsea get revenge on Leicester
City saw Joao Cancelo sent off after only 10 minutes, but looked in control at 2-0 up.
May 18, 22:29
 Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp celebrates after the match on May 8, 2021
Jurgen Klopp thinks "fate" is playing a part in top-four bid
His side went into last weekend knowing three victories would secure a top-four finish.
May 18, 22:28
Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson on May 8, 2021.
Crystal Palace chiefs already knew of Roy Hodgson departure
The club announced on Tuesday the long-serving boss would exit Selhurst Park this summer.
May 18, 22:27
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reacts on May 8, 2021
Pep Guardiola: 'Man City have to improve for Champions League final'
City blew a two-goal advantage to lose 3-2 on a raucous evening on the south coast.
May 18, 22:26
Brighton & Hove Albion's Dan Burn celebrates scoring their third goal against Manchester City in the Premier League on May 18, 2021
Managers welcome fans back with open arms as stadiums reopen
Manchester United and Chelsea were among those playing in front of their home crowds while Brighton celebrated the occasion in style.
May 18, 22:24
General view of Newport County's Rodney Parade from January 2019
Newport 2-0 Forest Green: Matty Dolan scores screamer in first-leg win
County won 2-0 at home to Forest Green in the first leg of their League Two play-off semi-final.
May 18, 22:24
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
Kelty Hearts 2-1 Brechin City: Hosts assume control of playoff tie
The return game is at Glebe Park on Sunday.
May 18, 21:26
Rory McIlroy pictured at the Masters on April 8, 2021
Rory McIlroy taking nothing for granted ahead of PGA Championship
The Northern Irishman won the second of his four majors at this venue nine years ago.
May 18, 21:25
Leeds United's Patrick Bamford celebrates scoring against Southampton in the Premier League on May 18, 2021
Marcelo Bielsa: 'Bamford has had a very positive campaign'
Tuesday's goal at St Mary's was Patrick Bamford's 16th of the season.
May 18, 21:24
Blackpool manager Neil Critchley looks at his watch on January 23, 2021
Neil Critchley insists Oxford playoff is not done and dusted
Blackpool won 3-0 away from home.
May 18, 21:23
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England fans face nervous wait over news of Ashes travel
The men's event is scheduled to start on December 8, with the women's tournament getting under way on January 27.
May 18, 21:22
Brighton & Hove Albion's Dan Burn celebrates scoring their third goal against Manchester City in the Premier League on May 18, 2021
The best pictures from fans' return to sporting grounds
Old Trafford and Stamford Bridge were among the Premier League grounds to welcome back fans.
May 18, 21:22
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
Airdrie 0-1 Morton: Robbie Muirhead strikes late in first leg of final
It could have been worse for the Lanarkshire side had keeper Max Currie not thwarted Reece Lyon.
May 18, 21:21
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on May 6, 2021
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer: 'Fulham draw must be a wake-up call'
Old Trafford welcomed supporters back for the first time in 436 days.
May 18, 21:21
West Ham United's Manuel Lanzini receives medical attention after sustaining an injury on May 9, 2021
Team News: West Ham without Manuel Lanzini for West Brom clash
The relegated Baggies have no new injury concerns to face West Ham.
May 18, 21:19
Real Madrid's Karim Benzema pictured in August 2020
Karim Benzema included in France squad for Euro 2020
Karim Benzema is due to stand trial in October on a charge of complicity in attempted blackmail.
May 18, 20:19
Brighton & Hove Albion's Dan Burn celebrates scoring their third goal against Manchester City in the Premier League on May 18, 2021
Brighton 3-2 Man City: Seagulls sink champions in front of fans
Almost jubilant 8,000 fans were in attendance on the south coast to see Dan Burn sweep home a 76th-minute winner.
May 18, 20:17
Leeds United's Patrick Bamford celebrates scoring against Southampton in the Premier League on May 18, 2021
Southampton 0-2 Leeds: Whites guarantee top-half finish
The victory sees Leeds move above Arsenal and Everton.
May 18, 19:16
Fulham's Joe Bryan celebrates scoring their first goal against Manchester United in the Premier League on May 18, 2021
Man United 1-1 Fulham: Cavani stunner cancelled out by Joe Bryan
Joe Bryan all too easily directed home Bobby De Cordova-Reid's cross as Fulham replied.
May 18, 19:15
Blackpool's Ellis Simms celebrates scoring their second goal against Oxford United in the League One playoffs on May 18, 2021
Oxford 0-3 Blackpool: Seasiders take giant step towards playoff final
A brace from Ellis Simms after Ollie Turton's opener gave the visitors a big victory.
May 18, 19:07
Andy Murray reacts after losing against Stan Wawrinka at the French Open on September 27, 2020
Andy Murray to begin grass-court season at Nottingham Open
The former world number one has been troubled by a groin problem.
May 18, 19:04
Harry Kane in action for Spurs on March 14, 2021
How do Harry Kane's numbers compare with his Premier League rivals?
The Tottenham player's Premier League record stands up to scrutiny.
May 18, 18:32
A general shot of Rangers' Ibrox Stadium on November 22, 2020
Scottish Government 'rejected bid for 10,000 Rangers fans inside Ibrox'
Gers chiefs made the offer last month in the hope it would convince supporters without tickets to stay away from the stadium.
May 18, 18:31
A general shot of Manchester United's Old Trafford ground and Sir Matt Busby statue after the announcement of the European Super League
Old Trafford pre-match protest fails to materialise
The match was also a potential test for security.
May 18, 18:30
Gary Neville pictured in January 2020
Tuesday's sporting social: Neville pushes for change, Cantona and Mount awarded
Gary Neville continued his push for an independent regulator in football.
May 18, 17:49
Switzerland's Roger Federer celebrates winning his match against Tennys Sandgren on January 28, 2020
Roger Federer bows out of Geneva Open to Pablo Andujar
Roger Federer was playing just his second tournament in more than 15 months.
May 18, 17:48
Jordan Spieth in action at the USPGA on May 17, 2019
Jordan Spieth not thinking about potential career grand slam
Jordan Spieth won the Masters and US Open in 2015 before adding the Open at Royal Birkdale two years later.
May 18, 17:47
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