West Bromwich Albion manager Sam Allardyce pictured on March 4, 2021
Sam Allardyce criticises Premier League over fixture scheduling
West Brom are nine points from safety with time running out.
Apr 23, 13:28
Graham Alexander, now in charge of Motherwell, pictured in September 2020
Graham Alexander tips "intelligent" Motherwell to adapt to rotation
Absences have forced Graham Alexander's hand ahead of the Scottish Cup quarter-final against Hibernian.
Apr 23, 12:41
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and co-owners Joel Glazer and Avram Glazer in April 2019
Man United fans ask Glazer family to loosen grip on club
The Old Trafford giants were controversially taken over by the Glazer family in 2005.
Apr 23, 11:57
Greg Inglis pictured in November 2016
Steve Price insists Greg Inglis will "add value" to Warrington
The 2013 World Cup winner has been conspicuous by his absence for the opening three rounds of Super League and the Challenge Cup win over Swinton.
Apr 23, 11:55
Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa pictured on February 27, 2021
Marcelo Bielsa knows importance of Man United clash "perfectly"
The first Premier League match between the sides in 16 years ended in a thumping 6-2 defeat for Leeds at Old Trafford in December.
Apr 23, 11:54
Joelinton celebrates scoring for Newcastle United against Crystal Palace in the Premier League on November 27, 2020
Steve Bruce: 'Joelinton needs to develop a selfish mentality'
The £40million Brazilian has scored in his last two games at St James' Park.
Apr 23, 11:53
Arsenal Ladies head coach Joe Montemurro pictured in October 2019
Joe Montemurro: 'Women's European Super League was a sketchy afterthought'
The short-lived breakaway project announced on Sunday night also included proposals for a new women's competition.
Apr 23, 11:52
Norwich City's Emiliano Buendia celebrates scoring against Brentford in the Championship on March 3, 2021
Grant Holt urges Norwich to keep hold of Emi Buendia and Todd Cantwell
The Canaries secured promotion back to the top flight at the first attempt.
Apr 23, 11:51
A general shot of Wembley Stadium in May 2020
Wembley to host Dublin's Euro 2020 last-16 match on June 29
The decisions were taken by UEFA's executive committee following a meeting on Friday morning.
Apr 23, 11:50
Rangers captain James Tavernier pictured in August 2020
James Tavernier offers to play up front to solve Rangers dilemma
The club captain jokingly said he would take his turn in attack if it means young defender Nathan Patterson can get a regular start.
Apr 23, 11:49
Sheffield United caretaker manager Paul Heckingbottom pictured on March 14, 2021
Paul Heckingbottom refuses to 'give away' debuts to young players
The Blades' relegation was confirmed by last weekend's defeat against Wolves.
Apr 23, 11:48
Ronnie O'Sullivan pictured in 2016
Ronnie O'Sullivan staring at elimination in World Championship
Anthony McGill will take a 10-6 advantage into Friday evening's conclusion of their best-of-25 clash.
Apr 23, 11:47
Tottenham Hotspur interim manager Ryan Mason pictured on April 21, 2021
Hugo Lloris: 'Ryan Mason is ready to manage Tottenham'
Ryan Mason, 29, became the youngest boss in Premier League history when he was appointed as Spurs' interim head coach.
Apr 23, 11:46
Crystal Palace's Mamadou Sakho looks dejected as he leaves the pitch after being shown a red card on December 3, 2019
Crystal Palace receive triple injury boost before Leicester clash
The French defender has struggled with injuries in recent seasons and he is set to leave this summer, the PA news agency understands.
Apr 23, 11:06
Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on February 13, 2021
Aston Villa remain without Jack Grealish for West Brom clash
Wesley has been sidelined for more than 18 months since rupturing knee ligaments.
Apr 23, 11:05
Tottenham Hotspur interim manager Ryan Mason pictured on April 21, 2021
Five talking points ahead of Sunday's EFL Cup final
Spurs are aiming to end a 13-year wait for silverware while City are chasing a fourth successive League Cup.
Apr 23, 11:04
Tottenham Hotspur's Gareth Bale celebrates scoring against Southampton in the Premier League on April 21, 2021
Harry Redknapp: 'Tottenham will see the best of Gareth Bale'
Gareth Bale started and scored in Spurs' midweek win over Southampton, their first match since Jose Mourinho's sacking.
Apr 23, 11:03
Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold celebrates scoring against Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on January 28, 2021
FPL tips: Trent Alexander-Arnold back in favour?
After the Super League collapsed, this week's top picks are battling for Champions League football, England places or top-flight survival.
Apr 23, 10:20
A Tottenham Hotspur fan holds an anti Super League banner outside the Tottenham Hotspur Training Centre as twelve of Europe's top football clubs launch a breakaway Super League
Super League financial backer admits it "misjudged" fan reaction
The American investment bank had committed start-up capital for the controversial competition.
Apr 23, 10:13
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Chloe Rollie hails "massively important" heightened coverage of women's game
The 25-year-old is one of nine professional or semi-professional players in the Scotland set-up.
Apr 23, 09:34
Brighton & Hove Albion manager Graham Potter pictured on February 27, 2021
Graham Potter insists Sheffield United cannot be underestimated
The Blades' Premier League survival hopes were finally extinguished last weekend.
Apr 23, 09:32
Dallas Mavericks center Kristaps Porzingis dunks past Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis on April 23, 2021
NBA roundup: Anthony Davis returns as Lakers lose to Mavericks
The victory came at a cost, however, with the hosts losing Kristaps Porzingis to a left ankle sprain in the third quarter.
Apr 23, 07:31
Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho pictured on February 13, 2021
Friday's paper talk: Jadon Sancho, Bruno Fernandes, Tammy Abraham
A casualty of the collapsing European Super League could pave the way for the return of an England international.
Apr 23, 07:30
Ronaldo scores for Real Madrid against Manchester United in the Champions League on April 23, 2003
On This Day: Ronaldo hat-trick sinks Man United in Champions League
An impressive display from the Brazilian ensured Real Madrid reached the semi-finals.
Apr 23, 07:29
Atletico Madrid's Angel Correa celebrates scoring against Huesca on April 22, 2021
European roundup: Atletico Madrid return to the top of La Liga
Lionel Messi struck twice as Barcelona thrashed Getafe.
Apr 22, 22:27
Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers pictured on March 3, 2021
Brendan Rodgers: 'We must focus on Champions League qualification'
Leicester are third in the Premier League after victory over West Brom.
Apr 22, 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
Review of English football will look at three key aspects
Tracey Crouch's examination of the national game will consider ways to give supporters a greater say in the way their clubs are run.
Apr 22, 22:23
Bournemouth manager Jonathan Woodgate pictured on February 20, 2021
Jonathan Woodgate: 'Tottenham Hotspur need trophies to keep Harry Kane'
Spurs have not won a trophy since Jonathan Woodgate claimed the winning goal in the 2008 League Cup final.
Apr 22, 21:41
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
Mark O'Hara eyeing trip to Hampden with Motherwell
Well warmed up for Saturday's quarter-final clash with a 1-0 win at Hamilton which guaranteed their Scottish Premiership status for another year.
Apr 22, 21:40
Liam Craig in action for St Johnstone in December 2015
Liam Craig: 'We must be even better against Rangers in Scottish Cup'
Saints and Rangers meet again at Ibrox on Sunday with a Scottish Cup semi-final spot up for grabs.
Apr 22, 21:39
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
Brian Easton: 'We will continue to fight for survival'
Accies were beaten by Motherwell on Wednesday while rivals Kilmarnock beat Dundee United.
Apr 22, 21:39
Celtic striker Leigh Griffiths pictured in September 2020
Callum McGregor talks up Leigh Griffiths for Scotland
Leigh Griffiths' header earned Celtic a draw at Aberdeen in midweek.
Apr 22, 21:38
Leicester City's Kelechi Iheanacho celebrates scoring against West Bromwich Albion in the Premier League on April 22, 2021
Leicester City 3-0 West Bromwich Albion: Jamie Vardy ends goal drought in Foxes win
The Foxes are four points ahead of West Ham in the race for the Champions League.
Apr 22, 21:30
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Cricket roundup: Joe Root out cheaply as Sussex seize upper hand against Yorkshire
Yorkshire were dismissed for 150 having been 60 without loss.
Apr 22, 19:26
Tottenham Hotspur interim manager Ryan Mason pictured on April 21, 2021
Thursday's sporting social: Birthday celebrations and Ryan Mason delight
Ryan Mason won his first game as Tottenham interim manager.
Apr 22, 19:26
Rafa Cabrera-Bello of Spain waves to the crowd after his birdie on the 16th hole during the second round of the Commercial Bank Qatar Masters at Doha Golf Club on January 23, 2014
Rafa Cabrera-Bello makes excellent start on home soil
The 36-year-old ended the first round at Meloneras Golf just two shots off the lead.
Apr 22, 19:22
A general shot of Rangers' Ibrox Stadium on November 22, 2020
Rangers criticise 'inconsistent' SFA process
Nathan Patterson, Calvin Bassey, Bongani Zungu, Brian Kinnear and Dapo Mebude will serve four-game bans for breaching lockdown rules.
Apr 22, 17:03
Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti pictured on March 1, 2021
Carlo Ancelotti: 'I thought European Super League was a joke'
The six Premier League clubs involved all received a hostile response to the controversial plans from their own fans.
Apr 22, 17:02
Calvin Bassey pictured for Rangers in August 2020
Rangers fail in appeal against suspensions handed to five players
Nathan Patterson, Calvin Bassey, Bongani Zungu, Brian Kinnear and Dapo Mebude will serve four-game bans.
Apr 22, 17:01
Gordon Taylor arrives for a meeting to discuss racism in football at 10 Downing Street on February 22, 2012
Gordon Taylor to give evidence to concussion inquiry
The union boss has been criticised over a perceived lack of action to protect players.
Apr 22, 16:05
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