Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk walks off injured during the Merseyside derby against Everton on October 17, 2020
Monday's sporting social: Van Dijk steps up recovery as Pope does a Collingwood
Virgil Van Virgil van Dijk showed he is working hard to get back to fitness.
Feb 22, 20:03
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel pictured in February 2021
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone sings Thomas Tuchel's praises
The Champions League last-16 first leg in Romania will be the first competitive meeting between the experienced coaches.
Feb 22, 18:49
Inverness CT manager John Robertson on April 13, 2019
Inverness manager John Robertson granted compassionate leave
The long-serving boss was already without number two Scott Kellacher due to a serious illness.
Feb 22, 18:48
Scotland's Duhan van der Merwe celebrates scoring their first try against England on February 6, 2021
Scotland face nervous wait over possible postponement of France game
Sunday's game has been thrown into doubt after a coronavirus outbreak among Fabien Galthie's squad.
Feb 22, 18:47
Boris Johnson appears at a press conference on October 31, 2020 to announce a second lockdown in England
What does Boris Johnson's roadmap for easing lockdown mean for sport?
Prime Minister Boris Johnson unveiled the roadmap on Monday afternoon.
Feb 22, 18:33
England's Ben Stokes celebrates after his match-winning display against West Indies on July 20, 2020
England's Ben Stokes doubts he will peak in cricket
The 29-year-old says he takes inspiration from captain Joe Root.
Feb 22, 18:32
Andy Murray reacts after losing against Stan Wawrinka at the French Open on September 27, 2020
Andy Murray admits he could not bear to watch Australian Open
Andy Murray will play his first ATP Tour event of the season at the Open Sud de France in Montpellier this week.
Feb 22, 17:22
Novak Djokovic celebrates reaching the Wimbledon semi-finals on July 10, 2019
Hope for full stadiums in time Wimbledon and European Championships
The fourth and final step of the recovery plan aims for the lifting of all restrictions on sports events from June 21 at the earliest.
Feb 22, 17:21
Chelsea's Cesar Azpilicueta leaves the field in tears on August 1, 2020
Cesar Azpilicueta: 'I have a burning desire to win the Champions League'
Chelsea and the Spanish international have not made it past the round of 16 stage since 2014.
Feb 22, 17:20
Mike Catt pictured in October 2015
Mike Catt: 'Ireland are heading in the right direction'
Andy Farrell's side became the first Irish team to lose their opening two Six Nations fixtures.
Feb 22, 16:09
Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi pictured on July 14, 2020
Thomas Tuchel praises Hudson-Odoi's reaction to substitution
He will be part of Chelsea's squad for the Champions League tie against Atletico Madrid.
Feb 22, 16:08
Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho reacts in the Europa League on February 18, 2021
A closer look at Jose Mourinho's struggles throughout his career
The Tottenham manager has seen his side lose five of their last six league games.
Feb 22, 16:05
Alexandre Lacazette celebrates scoring for Arsenal against Rapid Vienna in the Europa League on December 3, 2020
Spectators to return to venues from May 17 at the earliest
Prime Minister Boris Johnson set out a 'road map' for the easing of coronavirus restrictions.
Feb 22, 16:04
Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa pictured on February 14, 2021
Marcelo Bielsa happy to wait until the summer to decide Leeds future
Marcelo Bielsa signed a one-year extension in September after guiding the club into the Premier League.
Feb 22, 15:42
England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
Graham Thorpe urges England players to ease the pressure on Joe Root
No touring batsman accumulated more than Moeen Ali's 49 runs across two innings in the second Test.
Feb 22, 15:40
England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
The key questions surrounding the inaugural Hundred
The inaugural tournament for the 100-ball competition was postponed from 2020 to 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Feb 22, 15:39
Bayern Munich's Benjamin Pavard celebrates scoring against Tigres in the Club World Cup final on February 11, 2021
Five talking points ahead of this week's Champions League matches
Bayern and Real Madrid return to European action alongside favourites Manchester City.
Feb 22, 15:39
St Mirren boss Jim Goodwin pictured on August 9, 2020
Jim Goodwin praises St Mirren for dodging the bullets
The Paisley team are on course for a top-six finish.
Feb 22, 15:37
Hamilton Academical manager Brian Rice pictured in August 2020
Hamilton to appeal over Jamie Hamilton red card in Hibs defeat
The defender was dismissed against Hibernian on Saturday.
Feb 22, 15:36
Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl pictured in February 2021
Ralph Hasenhuttl preparing for "very intense game" against Leeds
Tuesday's rearranged clash sees Saints come up against Marcelo Bielsa's all-out attackers for the first time.
Feb 22, 14:20
General view of Celtic Park from 2015
Former Celtic defender Vidar Riseth recalls fateful 1999 Old Firm derby
The Hoops had two players sent off when Rangers clinched the 1999 title in a Parkhead derby.
Feb 22, 14:18
Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring for Manchester United against Newcastle United in the Premier League on February 21, 2021
Marcus Rashford insists Man United will not be intimidated by City
The forward scored in the win over Newcastle which kept United 10 points behind the league leaders.
Feb 22, 14:17
Newcastle United manager Steve Bruce pictured in February 2021
Steve Bruce 'in no danger of losing Newcastle job'
Both men were handed emergency missions in the midst of a crisis in recent relegation battles.
Feb 22, 14:15
Ireland players look dejected after the Six Nations clash with France on February 14, 2021
Five talking points ahead of the next round of Six Nations matches
Wales chasing Triple Crown glory against England, coronavirus-hit France host Scotland and winless pair Italy and Ireland meet in Rome.
Feb 22, 12:50
Dylan Levitt pictured for Wales in August 2020
Dylan Levitt eyes Euros place following loan move to Croatia
The five-cap midfielder made as many appearances for Wales as he did for Charlton during the first half of the campaign.
Feb 22, 12:48
Jill Scott pictured in May 2019
Jill Scott "anxious" ahead of long-awaited 150th cap for England
The Lionesses have not played since March last year with the 34-year-old midfielder stranded on 149 caps for England Women.
Feb 22, 12:47
Alexander Albon pictured on February 19, 2019
Alexander Albon refusing to give up on F1 dream
Alexander Albon will be on the bench this year after Red Bull hired Sergio Perez alongside Max Verstappen.
Feb 22, 12:46
Novak Djokovic celebrates winning the Australian Open on February 21, 2021
Novak Djokovic insists "age is just a number" after Australian Open win
The Serbian is two major titles behind Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal in the record books.
Feb 22, 12:45
Bournemouth defender Jack Simpson pictured in December 2020
Steven Gerrard: 'Jack Simpson will have to remain patient'
The deadline-day signing from Bournemouth made his debut against Dundee United on Sunday.
Feb 22, 12:44
Fleetwood Town manager Joey Barton pictured in January 2020
Bristol Rovers appoint Joey Barton as new manager
Joey Barton replaces Paul Tisdale with the Pirates.
Feb 22, 12:44
Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring for Manchester City against Arsenal in the Premier League on February 21, 2021
Raheem Sterling lavishes praise on Man City defenders
City have conceded just 15 goals in the Premier League this season and have kept 15 clean sheets.
Feb 22, 12:43
A general shot on the snooker World Championship trophy
Five things you may not know about Welsh Open winner Jordan Brown
The Northern Irishman's victory over Ronnie O'Sullivan has earned him a place in this week's Players Championship.
Feb 22, 12:42
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured on February 16, 2021
How can Liverpool arrest their alarming Premier League slump?
Liverpool are on their worst Premier League run since 2002.
Feb 22, 12:41
Boris Johnson appears at PMQs on December 9, 2020
Outdoor sports to return from March 29
Prime Minister Boris Johnson is set to announce a road map for the easing of coronavirus restrictions on Monday afternoon.
Feb 22, 11:22
Leicester City's Harvey Barnes celebrates scoring against Aston Villa in the Premier League on February 21, 2021
Leicester's Youri Tielemans hails "massive" win at Aston Villa
The Foxes remain third after their 2-1 win at Villa Park.
Feb 22, 11:21
France's Antoine Dupont scores a try against Ireland in the Six Nations on October 31, 2020
France report five more coronavirus cases ahead of Scotland match
Head coach Fabien Galthie and star scrum-half Antoine Dupont were among those already in isolation after testing positive.
Feb 22, 11:20
Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho reacts in the Europa League on February 18, 2021
Jose Mourinho: 'Spurs can get top four with a little bit of luck'
Jose Mourinho believes a favourable bounce of the ball could return his side to form.
Feb 22, 09:46
Watford manager Nigel Pearson pictured on June 25, 2020
Nigel Pearson 'set to become new Bristol City manager'
Nigel Pearson has been out of work since leaving Watford in July.
Feb 22, 09:46
General view of Bradford City's Valley Parade from November 2016
Mark Trueman and Conor Sellars handed permanent contracts at Bradford
Pair have been in interim charge.
Feb 22, 08:33
Pele wheels away in celebration after scoring in the 1970 World Cup final against Italy
New Netflix documentary highlights Pele's doubters before 1970 World Cup win
The documentary is released on Tuesday, February 23.
Feb 22, 08:32
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