St Johnstone manager Callum Davidson pictured on August 5, 2021
Callum Davidson challenges his squad to replace Ali McCann and Jason Kerr
Defender Kerr joined Wigan while midfielder McCann signed for Preston.
Sep 8, 13:28
Mercedes' Valtteri Bottas during practice on August 27, 2021
How the grid is shaping up for the 2022 Formula One season
Alex Alexander Albon, Valtteri Bottas and George Russell have made moves this week.
Sep 8, 13:10
Manchester United's Fred takes a knee before the match against Leeds United on August 14, 2021
Eight Brazilian players to be barred from playing in Premier League this weekend
The Premier League's clubs reached a collective decision not to release players for action in red-list countries.
Sep 8, 12:42
England's Joe Root celebrates after winning the match on August 28, 2021
Joe Root confirms Jos Buttler will return for England's final Test against India
Vice-captain Jos Buttler missed the 157-run defeat at the Kia Oval due to the arrival of his second child.
Sep 8, 12:26
Juventus' Cristiano Ronaldo reacts on August 22, 2021
Ahead of second Man Utd bow, a look at Cristiano Ronaldo's previous debut days
We look at how the Portugal star fared on his previous debut days
Sep 8, 12:19
Alexander Albon pictured on February 19, 2019
Alex Albon agrees deal to race for Williams next season
He will replace George Russell who is joining Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes.
Sep 8, 12:16
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Afghanistan future in doubt after Taliban say women not allowed to play cricket
The Taliban has announced a caretaker cabinet which paid homage to the old guard of the hard-line group.
Sep 8, 12:10
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MPs urge Yorkshire to publish report into Azeem Rafiq's racism allegations
The Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee has called on the county to hasten the process of publishing the independent report.
Sep 8, 11:46
Rob Baxter pictured on May 18, 2019
World 12s plans put players in difficult situation, says Exeter boss Rob Baxter
Plans have been unveiled for a new global rugby competition.
Sep 8, 11:28
Asafa Powell of Jamaica looks on after the Men's 100m Final on Day 9 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium on August 5, 2012
On this day in 2007: Jamaica's Asafa Powell sets new 100m world record
Asafa Powell clocked 9.74 seconds at the IAAF Grand Prix in Rieti, Italy.
Sep 8, 11:00
Queens Park Rangers English defender Anton Ferdinand (2-L) shakes hands with brother Manchester United's English defender Rio Ferdinand (R) after the English Premier League football match between Manchester United and Queens Park Rangers at Old Trafford i
What are they waiting for? Anton Ferdinand demands companies act over abuse
The former defender was speaking at the Home Affairs Committee inquiry into online abuse.
Sep 8, 11:00
Shane Lowry pictured during the BMW PGA Championship on October 9, 2020
Open to return to Royal Portrush in 2025 following successful hosting in 2019
The event had a popular winner in Irishman Shane Lowry two years ago, and also attracted a crowd of 237,750 throughout the week.
Sep 8, 10:37
Annoyed Glasgow Warriors head coach Dave Rennie pictured on January 19, 2019
Dave Rennie and Jonathan Humphreys to coach Barbarians for Samoa clash
Twickenham is set to stage a Barbarians double-header.
Sep 8, 10:21
Lyndon Dykes celebrates scoring for Scotland against Slovakia in the Nations League on October 11, 2020
Lyndon Dykes hails huge confidence boost for Scotland ahead of final qualifiers
Steve Clarke's side recorded an impressive away win in Austria.
Sep 8, 09:52
Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny on March 24, 2021
Andrew Omobamidele: Republic of Ireland have taken significant step forward
The 19-year-old defender shone on his senior Ireland debut.
Sep 8, 09:45
England's Eoin Morgan pictured against Pakistan on August 30, 2020
England announce Test series against New Zealand and South Africa next year
The world champion Black Caps will return for a three-match series to kick off England's home summer fixtures.
Sep 8, 09:15
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Women's football can overcome 'pointless' online abuse, says Lucy Quinn
Quinn believes greater exposure for the Women's Super League will not be universally popular but is optimistic about the future.
Sep 8, 08:00
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'Magic' - Dean Davenport delighted to see Eagles take flight at Selhurst Park
Crystal Palace Women will play at Selhurst Park for the first time since the end of 2016.
Sep 8, 08:00
Marco Asensio celebrates scoring for Real Madrid on June 18, 2020
Football rumours: Jude Bellingham and Marco Asensio in Liverpool's sights
Meanwhile, Declan Rice could be moving to one of West Ham's Premier League rivals.
Sep 8, 06:22
Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny on March 24, 2021
Republic of Ireland duo Gavin Bazunu and Andrew Omobamidele surpass expectations
The teenagers shone as Ireland fought back to snatch a point.
Sep 8, 03:30
Scotland manager Steve Clarke on June 14, 2021
Steve Clarke says Scotland have come a long way - and can get even better
Clarke's men produced an impressive away win in Austria.
Sep 8, 03:30
Leylah Fernandez celebrates at the US Open in September 2021
US Open day nine: Leylah Fernandez into last four after overcoming another seed
The runs of Botic van de Zandschulp and Carlos Alcaraz came to an end.
Sep 8, 02:38
Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny on March 24, 2021
Stephen Kenny not looking for assurances over his Republic of Ireland future
A late own goal rescued a point for Ireland against Serbia at the Aviva Stadium.
Sep 7, 22:52
Scotland manager Steve Clarke on June 14, 2021
Steve Clarke feels Scotland 'deserve more respect' after key qualification win
Steve Clarke's men won 1-0 in Austria to boost their hopes of reaching the 2022 World Cup.
Sep 7, 22:10
England manager Gareth Southgate pictured on July 11, 2021
Players will not worry who their manager is, says Gareth Southgate
The England boss does not believe his contract situation is any kind of disruption.
Sep 7, 21:45
Leylah Fernandez celebrates at the US Open in September 2021
Leylah Fernandez continues stunning US Open run by beating Elina Svitolina
The 19-year-old followed up victories over Naomi Osaka and Angelique Kerber by taking out the fifth seed.
Sep 7, 21:42
Cole Palmer celebrates scoring for England Under-21s against Kosovo Under-21s on September 7, 2021
We'll support 'real talent' Cole Palmer, says England Under-21s boss Lee Carsley
Manchester City youngster Cole Palmer was on target in the victory over Kosovo.
Sep 7, 21:30
Republic of Ireland's Shane Duffy, John Egan, James Collins and Jayson Molumby celebrate after Serbia's Nikola Milenkovic scores an own goal in World Cup Qualifying on September 7, 2021
Republic of Ireland grab draw as Sergej Milinkovic-Savic goes from hero to zero
Keeper Gavin Bazunu had kept Ireland in the game against Serbia with a string of fine saves.
Sep 7, 21:03
Scotland's Lyndon Dykes celebrates scoring their first goal against Austria in World Cup Qualifying on September 7, 2021
Lyndon Dykes keeps cool from the spot to give Scotland crucial win in Austria
Scotland's away win moved them second in World Cup qualifying Group F.
Sep 7, 21:02
Max Whitlock in action at the Tokyo Olympics on August 1, 2021
Max Whitlock looks forward to a home Commonwealth Games
The 28-year-old finds the prospect of competing in Birmingham appealing.
Sep 7, 21:00
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
Ayr self-destruct in defeat to Raith
Jonathan Afolabi and Aaron Muirhead were both sent off along with Rovers' Blaise Riley-Snow.
Sep 7, 20:32
Cole Palmer celebrates scoring for England Under-21s against Kosovo Under-21s on September 7, 2021
Cole Palmer scores debut goal as England Under-21s brush aside Kosovo
Cole Palmer and Rhian Brewster were on target as the hosts got their Group G campaign off to a winning start.
Sep 7, 20:05
Tyson Fury in action on February 22, 2020
Tyson Fury not optimistic fight against Anthony Joshua will take place
Tyson Fury would be willing to give up his title if it meant going head to head with his fellow Briton.
Sep 7, 19:25
Daniil Medvedev pictured at Wimbledon on July 3, 2021
Daniil Medvedev ends qualifier Botic van de Zandschulp's US Open run
The second seed triumphed 6-3 6-0 4-6 7-5 at Flushing Meadows.
Sep 7, 18:56
Dara O'Shea in Premier League action for West Bromwich Albion on September 26, 2020
West Brom's Dara O'Shea ruled out for up to six months with fractured ankle
The 22-year-old also suffered ligament damage.
Sep 7, 18:20
Emma Raducanu pictured at the US Open on September 6, 2021
How Emma Raducanu's start to grand slam life compares to greats of women's game
The Briton is bidding for a place in the last four of the US Open.
Sep 7, 18:17
Netherlands Women head coach Sarina Wiegman pictured in July 2019
Esme Morgan and Katie Zelem named in Sarina Wiegman's first England squad
The Lionesses' new head coach has selected 25 players for the start of their 2023 World Cup qualifying campaign.
Sep 7, 17:02
Juventus' Cristiano Ronaldo reacts on August 22, 2021
Cristiano Ronaldo trains with his Man Utd teammates - Tuesday's sporting social
Cristiano Ronaldo was back at Carrington on Tuesday.
Sep 7, 16:49
Padraig Harrington is unveiled as Team Europe's 2020 Ryder Cup captain on January 8, 2019
Padraig Harrington relishing dramatic finale in race for Ryder Cup spots
At least a dozen players are capable of forcing their way into the team at the BMW PGA Championship.
Sep 7, 16:39
Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough on March 31, 2021
5 talking points ahead of Northern Ireland's key clash with Switzerland
Ian Baraclough's side could go second in Group C.
Sep 7, 16:36
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