Paulo Dybala in action for Juventus on January 3, 2021
Monday's paper talk: Harry Kane, Paulo Dybala, Lucas Ocampos
Mauricio Pochettino is eyeing a reunion with Harry Kane, while Bristol City target Nigel Pearson.
Feb 22, 08:31
Novak Djokovic celebrates winning the Australian Open on February 21, 2021
The weekend's sporting action in pictures
Raheem Sterling's goal earned Manchester City an 18th straight win, while Naomi Osaka and Novak Djokovic were victorious in Melbourne.
Feb 22, 08:30
Rangers manager Steven Gerrard before the match in the Europa League on February 18, 2021
Five things we learned from this weekend's Scottish Premiership action
Rangers are just seven points away from ending Celtic's run of championship triumphs.
Feb 22, 08:29
Celtic manager Neil Lennon pictured on January 2, 2021
Neil Lennon blasts Celtic's "tippy-tappy football" in Ross County loss
Ross County defeated Celtic 1-0 on the back of Jordan White's header.
Feb 22, 08:28
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SFA under fire after admitting assistant referee self-isolation error
Graeme Stewart ran the line in Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Hibernian and Hamilton.
Feb 22, 08:28
Newcastle United manager Steve Bruce pictured in February 2021
Steve Bruce can take "a lot of positives" from Man United defeat
Only three points separate Newcastle and 18th-placed Fulham after defeat at Old Trafford.
Feb 22, 08:27
Shane Warne pictured in September 2016
On This Day: Shane Warne handed 12-month cricket ban for failed drugs test
The leg-spinner returned home from the World Cup in South Africa after testing positive for a banned substance.
Feb 22, 08:26
New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson dunks the ball against Boston Celtics on February 21, 2021
NBA roundup: Pelicans produce record-breaking comeback to beat Celtics
The feat marked the biggest comeback in Pelicans' history.
Feb 22, 08:24
Tiger Woods pictured during a practice round ahead of The Masters on November 11, 2020
Tiger Woods hoping to have recovered from back surgery for Masters
The 45-year-old had a microdiscectomy to relieve a pressurised disc fragment last month.
Feb 21, 23:32
Celtic manager Neil Lennon pictured on January 2, 2021
Neil Lennon: 'Loss to Ross County encapsulates our season'
Celtic sit 18 points behind Rangers with eight games left and heightens the prospect of the leaders clinching the title at Celtic Park on March 21.
Feb 21, 23:19
Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti pictured in February 2021
Carlo Ancelotti: 'Our target is to secure European football for next season'
The Italian wants the Toffees to maintain their Anfield focus in the challenges ahead.
Feb 21, 23:18
Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder pictured on February 7, 2021
Chris Wilder: 'Nobody is bothered about Sheffield United'
The Blades are 14 points adrift of safety in the Premier League after their 1-0 defeat at Fulham.
Feb 21, 23:17
Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson pictured in January 2021
Roy Hodgson: 'Crystal Palace need enormous investment to make progress'
The former England manager says getting into the top half of the division requires 'massive expenditure'
Feb 21, 23:16
Newcastle United manager Steve Bruce pictured in February 2021
Steve Bruce "quietly confident" of avoiding the drop
Fulham's upturn in fortunes has seen the gap to the 17th-placed Magpies closed to a mere three points over the last fortnight.
Feb 21, 23:15
England forward Ellen White (18) celebrates her goal against Japan during the second half of a match in the 2020 She Believes Cup soccer series at Red Bull Arena on March 8, 2020
Ellen White determined to improve under Hege Riise
England host Northern Ireland in a friendly on Tuesday.
Feb 21, 23:15
Western Storm's Heather Knight celebrates hitting the winning runs on September 1, 2019
Heather Knight cannot wait for England's return to ODI action
The series is the first since England's domestic set-up became fully professional.
Feb 21, 23:14
Ali Carter in action against Mark Selby during the second round of The Dafabet World Snooker Championship at Crucible Theatre on April 25, 2014
Jordan Brown wins Welsh Open courtesy of Ronnie O'Sullivan upset
The world number 81 won in a decider.
Feb 21, 23:13
Elliot Daly pictured for Saracens in January 2020
Elliot Daly says he is still learning from Owen Farrell
The duo also play together for Saracens.
Feb 21, 23:12
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
SFA apologises for "breakdown" in coronavirus rules over assistant referee
The officials had been in Athens to oversee a match between Panathinaikos and Olympiacos.
Feb 21, 21:45
Celtic manager Neil Lennon pictured on November 5, 2020
Ross County 1-0 Celtic: Hoops fall to shock defeat
The defeat puts Rangers on course to clinch the Scottish Premiership title at Celtic Park on March 21.
Feb 21, 21:44
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured on February 16, 2021
Five talking points from this weekend's Premier League action
Manchester City marched on, Liverpool were beaten again and Fulham kept their survival hopes alive.
Feb 21, 21:42
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured in February 2021
Pep Guardiola praises Mikel Arteta's Arsenal side
The Gunners pushed City hard.
Feb 21, 20:59
Novak Djokovic celebrates winning the Australian Open on February 21, 2021
Sunday's sporting social: West Ham United band, John Trump and Novak Djokovic's win
Jesse Lingard struck the right notes in a big win for the Hammers.
Feb 21, 20:58
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured in February 2021
A closer look at Manchester City's 18-match winning run
City had already surpassed the previous record of 14 set by Preston and Arsenal and extended their streak further with a 1-0 win at Arsenal on Sunday.
Feb 21, 20:58
Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne in action against Arsenal on February 21, 2021
Premier League roundup: Manchester City continue winning run with victory at Arsenal
City's victory restored their 10-point lead at the top of the Premier League.
Feb 21, 20:57
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Josh Bayliss receives first Scotland call-up
Scotland have confirmed they will appeal the four-match ban handed to prop Zander Fagerson.
Feb 21, 20:56
Rangers manager Steven Gerrard before the match in the Europa League on February 18, 2021
Steven Gerrard calls for Rangers to 'finish the job'
Steven Gerrard was thrilled to see his team take another huge step towards Gers' first Premiership triumph in 10 years.
Feb 21, 18:39
Inter Milan's Lautaro Martinez celebrates scoring against AC Milan in Serie A on February 21, 2021
European roundup: Lautaro Martinez hits brace as Inter Milan win Milan derby
The victory moved Antonio Conte's side four points clear at the Serie A summit.
Feb 21, 17:42
Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured in February 2021
Dean Smith vows to investigate Jack Grealish injury leak
Villa were without Jack Grealish against the Foxes due to a shin injury.
Feb 21, 17:39
Rangers manager Steven Gerrard pictured on January 2, 2021
Rangers 4-1 Dundee United: Steven Gerrard's side continue title charge
Ryan Jack seemingly suffering a recurrence of his recent injury woes as he was replaced before half-time.
Feb 21, 17:16
Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman pictured in February 2021
Ronald Koeman: 'Draw with Cadiz more disappointing than Paris Saint-Germain loss'
Barcelona were beaten 4-1 by PSG in the Champions League in midweek.
Feb 21, 16:30
Leicester City's Harvey Barnes celebrates scoring against Aston Villa in the Premier League on February 21, 2021
Aston Villa 1-2 Leicester City: Foxes boost top-four push with win at Villa Park
James Maddison and Harvey Barnes struck for Leicester as they won at Villa Park.
Feb 21, 16:28
Grimsby Town manager Michael Jolley on January 5, 2018
A look at some other short managerial reigns after Michael Jolley exit
Patience is not always a virtue among football chairmen.
Feb 21, 16:25
Grimsby Town manager Michael Jolley on January 5, 2018
Barrow sack Michael Jolley as head coach
The former Grimsby boss signed a two-and-a-half year deal in December.
Feb 21, 16:24
Naomi Osaka celebrates after beating Jennifer Brady in the Australian Open final on February 20, 2021
Five talking points from the 2021 Australian Open
Novak Djokovic and Naomi Osaka claimed the singles titles and Serena Williams is still waiting for a record-equalling 24th grand slam.
Feb 21, 16:24
Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring against Cadiz in La Liga on February 21, 2020
Barcelona 1-1 Cadiz: Lionel Messi's record-breaking appearance ends in disappointment
Alex Fernandez denied Barca at the death.
Feb 21, 15:54
Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho reacts in the Europa League on February 18, 2021
Jose Mourinho: 'No crisis at Tottenham Hotspur despite poor form'
Spurs' 2-1 defeat at West Ham was their fifth in the last six league matches.
Feb 21, 15:52
Novak Djokovic celebrates at the Australian Open on February 14, 2021
Novak Djokovic opens up on "challenging" Australian Open
Novak Djokovic made it nine victories from nine finals at the Australian Open with victory over Daniil Medvedev.
Feb 21, 15:51
England's James Anderson celebrates his 600th wicket on August 25, 2020
James Anderson understands England's rotation policy
The seamer was rested for the second Test in India.
Feb 21, 15:51
West Ham United's Jesse Lingard celebrates scoring against Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on February 21, 2021
West Ham United 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur: Hammers boost top-four hopes with win over rivals
Michail Antonio and Jesse Lingard were on the mark for the Hammers.
Feb 21, 15:00
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