England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
A closer look at the numbers behind Joe Root's stellar run of form
England's captain has been leading by example in 2021.
Feb 6, 13:22
Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers reacts on January 24, 2021
Brendan Rodgers remains coy over Leicester's Champions League chances
Leicester are third in the Premier League ahead of Sunday's trip to Wolves.
Feb 6, 13:21
A general shot of Rangers' Ibrox Stadium on November 22, 2020
Jamie Hamilton believes Accies can shock Rangers again
The 18-year-old missed Hamilton's eight-goal loss after he tested positive for coronavirus.
Feb 6, 12:34
Leicester City forward Jamie Vardy pictured on November 8, 2020
Nuno Espirito Santo: 'Leicester are not a one-man team'
Brendan Rodgers revealed Jamie Vardy is now fit for the short trip to Molineux.
Feb 6, 12:34
England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
England take control of first Test against India
Joe Root followed up on scores of 228 and 186 in Sri Lanka.
Feb 6, 12:32
Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane receives treatment for an injury suffered in January 2021
Jose Mourinho urges Tottenham forwards to fill Harry Kane's boots
England captain Harry Kane is sidelined with an ankle injury and is likely to miss a third game in succession.
Feb 6, 12:32
Rangers manager Steven Gerrard pictured on January 2, 2021
Steven Gerrard credits Rangers' "variety" for goalscoring form
The Premiership leaders top the scoring charts but the Gers boss is impressed with the number of players on target.
Feb 6, 12:30
Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder pictured on January 2, 2021
Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder frustrated at ignored transfer requests
The bottom-of-the-table Blades made no additions in the transfer window despite the manager's recommendations.
Feb 6, 11:30
Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson pictured on January 2, 2020
Roy Hodgson plays down Crystal Palace's chances of top-half finish
The Eagles beat Leeds 4-1 at Selhurst Park earlier this season.
Feb 6, 10:08
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel pictured on January 31, 2021
Thomas Tuchel "cannot care less" about Chelsea's position in the table
The new Chelsea manager says he 'cannot care less' about results elsewhere as his resurgent side prepare to face Sheffield United.
Feb 6, 10:07
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on January 23, 2021
Pep Guardiola expects Liverpool to be "more aggressive than ever"
Manchester City take on the reigning champions whose unbeaten home record has been ended by back-to-back losses to Burnley and Brighton.
Feb 6, 09:22
Leeds United's Pablo Hernandez pictured in February 2020
Marcelo Bielsa: 'Pablo Hernandez has a big part to play for Leeds'
The playmaker has started only two games in the Premier League this season.
Feb 6, 09:21
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of the match on February 23, 2020
Andy Farrell urges Ireland to make a statement of intent against Wales
The Irish are seeking a first Six Nations win in Cardiff since 2013.
Feb 6, 09:20
England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
Joe Root hits double century on 100th Test appearance
The England captain led his side to 454 for four at tea on day two against India, with Ben Stokes adding a belligerent 82.
Feb 6, 09:19
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured on January 4, 2021
Jurgen Klopp hopes normal service will resume in Liverpool's midfield
Fabinho and Jordan Henderson have been filling in for Virgil Van Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez and Joel Matip.
Feb 6, 09:18
Dan Evans pictured in September 2020
Dan Evans advances to third ATP Tour final
The British number one defeated Jeremy Chardy 6-2 6-2 and will take on Felix Auger-Aliassime for the trophy on Sunday.
Feb 6, 09:16
Serena Williams pictured at the French Open on September 28, 2020
Serena Williams "super confident" about Australian Open despite injury
Serena Williams withdrew from the Yarra Valley Classic on Friday citing the injury.
Feb 6, 09:15
Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers reacts on January 24, 2021
Brendan Rodgers: 'Concussion substitutes are a good step forward'
Two permanent substitutions can now be made in the event of head injuries until the end of the season.
Feb 6, 09:14
Alastair Cook pictured in September 2018
On This Day: Sir Alastair Cook steps down as England captain
The opening batsman led his country in a record 59 Tests.
Feb 6, 09:13
Brooklyn Nets power forward Kevin Durant drives with the ball against Toronto Raptors power forward Pascal Siakam on February 6, 2021
NBA roundup: Durant ordered out of game as Nets lose to Raptors
The Brooklyn star was ordered out of the game in the third quarter, sparking controversy.
Feb 6, 09:12
Joe Root in action for England on January 27, 2020
Joe Root, Ben Stokes pile pressure on India
Joe Root passed 150 for the third Test in a row as the visitors built a formidable first innings score.
Feb 6, 07:57
Swansea City manager Steve Cooper pictured on January 9, 2021
Steve Cooper insists Swansea are "nowhere near the end"
Swansea were 2-0 winners in the Sky Bet Championship with goals from Andre Ayew and Conor Hourihane.
Feb 5, 23:49
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Francesca Jones aspiring to be the Beyonce of tennis
Francesca Jones will make her grand slam debut against Shelby Rogers in Melbourne.
Feb 5, 22:52
Manchester City defenders Nathan Ake and Ruben Dias pictured against Arsenal on October 17, 2020
Joleon Lescott hails Ruben Dias's immediate impact at Man City
The Portugal centre-back's impact has been immediate with a much more defensively resilient City emerging as strong Premier League title favourites.
Feb 5, 22:49
Arsenal's Nicolas Pepe celebrates scoring against Sheffield United on June 28, 2020
Mikel Arteta believes Wolves performance was Nicolas Pepe's best
The club-record signing has struggled to make a lasting impression at the Emirates Stadium following his £72million arrival.
Feb 5, 22:48
Manchester United's Paul Pogba celebrates scoring against Fulham in the Premier League on January 20, 2021
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer keeping "open dialogue" with Paul Pogba over future
The 27-year-old has been subject of regular speculation ever since returning to Old Trafford from Juventus in 2016.
Feb 5, 22:46
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured on January 4, 2021
Jurgen Klopp thinks empty Anfield could make a difference against Man City
Pep Guardiola is winless in four Premier League visits to Anfield.
Feb 5, 22:45
Adam Webster pictured on August 17, 2019
Graham Potter: 'There is more to come from Adam Webster'
Adam Webster put in a commanding display as the Seagulls grabbed a shock 1-0 win at champions Liverpool on Wednesday night.
Feb 5, 22:43
Liverpool forward Takumi Minamino pictured in January 2021
Ralph Hasenhuttl: 'Takumi Minamino is a very special player'
The 26-year-old found his opportunities to start matches limited under Jurgen Klopp.
Feb 5, 22:42
Fulham manager Scott Parker pictured on January 9, 2021
Scott Parker sees a "constant belief" within Fulham team
The Cottagers have won just twice all season and sit 18th in the table, eight points from safety.
Feb 5, 22:41
Leicester City's Youri Tielemans celebrates scoring against Everton in the Premier League on January 27, 2021
Brendan Rodgers "very keen" to agree new Youri Tielemans contract
The midfielder is currently contracted to the Foxes until 2023.
Feb 5, 22:36
Swansea City's Andre Ayew celebrates scoring against Norwich City in the Championship on February 5, 2021
Swansea close the gap on leaders Norwich with comfortable victory
Andre Ayew and Conor Hourihane struck for the Welsh side.
Feb 5, 22:33
Kingsley Coman celebrates scoring for Bayern Munich against Hertha Berlin in the Bundesliga on February 5, 2021
European roundup: Bayern go 10 points clear, Inter rise to the summit
Kingsley Coman's deflected effort earned his side a 1-0 victory.
Feb 5, 22:25
England's Ben Youngs pictured in October 2020
Ben Youngs warn Scotland to prepare for "wave of white shirts" at Twickenham
While England's attack has rarely ignited over the past year, their ferocious defence has been a pillar of strength.
Feb 5, 22:22
Jonathan Davies in action for Wales on March 16, 2019
Jonathan Davies set to miss Wales' first two Six Nations matches
The centre has an ankle issue.
Feb 5, 22:21
Prince Harry pictured on November 8, 2019
Duke of Sussex hails "passion and enjoyment" of sport in troubled times
Harry was speaking ahead of England's clash with Scotland on Saturday.
Feb 5, 22:19
Hearts manager Robbie Neilson pictured on October 31, 2020
Hearts go 12 points clear with narrow win at Ayr
The striker netted from the penalty spot three minutes into the second half.
Feb 5, 22:18
Scotland's Stuart Hogg pictured in February 2020
Stuart Hogg calls on Scotland to make history against England
Scotland fought back from 31-0 down to draw 38-38 at Twickenham in 2019.
Feb 5, 20:05
Bayern Munich celebrate winning the Champions League on August 23, 2020
Proposals for new-look Champions League 'a cause for strong concern'
The members of the European Leagues group met on Friday to discuss the proposals.
Feb 5, 18:32
England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
Friday's sporting social: Jackie Weaver and Joe Root dominate the internet
Neil Warnock had plenty to offer and Sir Mo Farah was out doing his thing.
Feb 5, 18:31
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