General view of Fir Park, home of Motherwell, from November 2011
Stephen Craigan believes Hamilton defeat sped up Motherwell's manager search
Keith Lasley was in caretaker charge for the 3-0 loss to Lanarkshire rivals Hamilton.
Jan 5, 20:46
General view of Manchester City's Etihad Stadium taken September 2018
An in-depth look at Colin Bell's life and career
Colin Bell made 492 appearances in 13 seasons at City.
Jan 5, 19:44
General view of Manchester City's Etihad Stadium taken September 2018
Former Manchester City midfielder Colin Bell dies aged 74
Colin Bell made 492 appearances and scored 152 goals for City during his 13-year stay.
Jan 5, 19:42
Celtic manager Neil Lennon pictured on January 2, 2021
Neil Lennon defends controversial Celtic trip to Dubai
The First Minister feels some photographs she has seen suggest the squad might not be complying with social-distancing guidelines.
Jan 5, 19:40
Ruben Vinagre celebrates scoring for Wolves in the Europa League on July 25, 2019
Ruben Vinagre joins Famalicao on loan from Wolves
The 21-year-old will head back to his native Portugal.
Jan 5, 18:42
West Ham's Declan Rice on January 1, 2021
Tuesday's sporting social: Rice quick on the draw and KP on safari
Elsewhere, footballers urged people to stay positive as lockdown rules return and Eddie Hearn celebrated an award.
Jan 5, 18:41
James Rodriguez celebrates scoring for Everton on September 19, 2020
James Rodriguez: 'I knew I could be trusted at Everton'
The 29-year-old was reunited with his former Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti at Goodison Park.
Jan 5, 18:40
Celtic's Callum McGregor pictured during a pre-season friendly on July 21, 2020
Celtic's Callum McGregor defends controversial Dubai trip
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has questioned the warm-weather training camp.
Jan 5, 18:40
General view of Almondvale Stadium, home to Livingston, from 2005
Gavin Reilly joins Livingston on 18-month deal
Gavin Reilly has signed an 18-month deal after Carlisle allowed him to move on.
Jan 5, 18:39
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured on January 4, 2021
A comparison between Liverpool and Manchester United's penalty records
Liverpool have been awarded 30 penalties since Jurgen Klopp took charge.
Jan 5, 18:38
General view of Burnley's Turf Moor taken April 2018
Alan Pace promises to "act differently" after Burnley takeover
Pace has met manager Sean Dyche and has promised to support him in the transfer market.
Jan 5, 18:37
Boris Johnson appears at PMQs on December 9, 2020
Chiefs call on Government to view sport as "solution" not problem
Golf and tennis are among the outdoor sports to be shut down in England.
Jan 5, 18:35
Manchester United striker Edinson Cavani celebrates scoring against Southampton in the Premier League on November 29, 2020
FA criticised by CONMEBOL over Edinson Cavani ban
The striker was banned for three games by the Football Association for a discriminatory social media post.
Jan 5, 18:35
Rangers chairman Dave King pictured in May 2018
Rangers fan group Club 1872 purchases first shares from Dave King
The organisation has paid £250,000 to purchase 1.25million shares from Dave King.
Jan 5, 18:33
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino reacts on November 9, 2019
PSG boss Mauricio Pochettino: 'Tottenham is still in my heart'
The 48-year-old left Spurs in November 2019, just over five months after guiding them to the Champions League final.
Jan 5, 16:53
Leicester City's Andy King pictured on January 6, 2019
Andy King signs for Belgian side OH Leuven
Leuven currently lie sixth in the Belgian top flight.
Jan 5, 16:52
Kieran Trippier in action for Atletico Madrid on September 28, 2019
Kieran Trippier told friend to "lump on" bet over Atletico Madrid transfer
The FA's independent regulatory commission has published written reasons for the full-back's 10-week ban, which has been suspended pending an appeal.
Jan 5, 16:51
Nicola Sturgeon pictured in March 2020
Nicola Sturgeon says Celtic have questions to answer over Dubai trip
The First Minister said 'there are things there that should be looked into'.
Jan 5, 16:49
Kevin De Bruyne warms up for Manchester City on December 26, 2020
Pep Guardiola confident Kevin De Bruyne will sign new Man City deal
The Belgian is currently contracted to City until 2023.
Jan 5, 16:49
Oliver Dowden pictured in March 2020
Government to provide £4.6bn grants to health and leisure sector
Officials have stressed the need to protect "the physical and mental wellbeing of people across the UK" in light of the new national lockdowns.
Jan 5, 16:47
Manchester United forward Anthony Martial scored a penalty during the derby against Manchester City on November 11, 2018
A look at previous EFL Cup semi-finals between Man United and Man City
Wednesday's clash will be the fourth semi-final meeting in the competition - and the winner has always gone on to lift the trophy.
Jan 5, 16:46
A woman wearing a mask walks by the Emirates Stadium after manager Mikel Arteta tested positive for coronavirus and their Premier League match against Brighton on Saturday has been cancelled on March 13, 2020
Premier League returns record-high 40 positive coronavirus tests
Three top-flight games were postponed over the festive period.
Jan 5, 16:44
England head coach Eddie Jones pictured during training on November 11, 2020
Lions could play South Africa series on home soil
Playing this summer's tour behind closed doors in South Africa or postponing it until 2022 are also being considered.
Jan 5, 16:43
Lando Norris pictured on March 12, 2020
Lando Norris tests positive for coronavirus
The team announced the 21-year-old had lost his sense of taste and smell during a break in Dubai.
Jan 5, 15:17
Bruno Fernandes in action for Manchester United on December 2, 2020
An in-depth comparison between Bruno Fernandes and Kevin De Bruyne
The midfield maestros will go head-to-head at Old Trafford, with a place in the Carabao Cup final at stake.
Jan 5, 14:25
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured on January 4, 2021
A look at the reasons behind Liverpool's difficult spell
The loss came on the back of draws against struggling West Brom and Newcastle.
Jan 5, 14:23
Manchester United striker Edinson Cavani celebrates scoring against Southampton in the Premier League on November 29, 2020
Team News: Man United's Edinson Cavani suspended for EFL Cup semi-final
Kyle Walker and Gabriel Jesus could return for Manchester City.
Jan 5, 14:22
Kazaiah Sterling in action for Southend against Exeter City in October 2020
Kazaiah Sterling returns to Tottenham after Southend loan spell
A groin injury limited Kazaiah Sterling's game time during his last month at Roots Hall.
Jan 5, 14:20
Stevie Ward pictured for Leeds Rhinos in February 2019
Leeds captain Stevie Ward retires aged 27 due to concussions
The loose forward has called on the sport to become more proactive in how it protects players.
Jan 5, 14:17
England's Moeen Ali pictured in action on September 1, 2020
England squad awaiting results of coronavirus testing in Sri Lanka
All-rounder Moeen Ali is in quarantine after testing positive for Covid-19.
Jan 5, 12:55
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured on January 4, 2021
Jurgen Klopp admits he "gets angry" when Liverpool come up short
The Reds are winless in three Premier League games.
Jan 5, 12:54
A general shot of Wigan Athletic's DW Stadium take on July 1, 2020
Wigan's prospective takeover collapses after Spanish bidder reduces offer
A bid was accepted in September after the Latics entered administration in July.
Jan 5, 12:53
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured on January 1, 2021
The big talking points ahead of Wednesday's Manchester derby
Local rivalries renewed with a Wembley place at stake.
Jan 5, 12:43
Cardiff City manager Neil Harris pictured in October 2020
Cardiff manager Neil Harris receives one-match touchline ban
The Bluebirds boss was sent off towards the end of a 2-1 defeat on December 29.
Jan 5, 12:43
Boris Johnson appears at a press conference on October 31, 2020 to announce a second lockdown in England
Government urged to provide financial support to health and leisure industry
The industry must be prioritised or "we risk widespread business failure that will have major health impacts for a generation", says ukactive.
Jan 5, 11:57
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured on January 1, 2021
Solskjaer insists Man Utd have "no excuses" ahead of EFL Cup semi-final
The Red Devils take on Manchester City on Wednesday night.
Jan 5, 11:56
Generic tennis image
Australian Open organisers finalising preparations for player arrivals
The hard work appeared to have been done when Tennis Australia announced last month that the tournament would start on February 8.
Jan 5, 11:55
West Bromwich Albion striker Karlan Grant celebrates scoring against Brighton & Hove Albion on October 26, 2020
West Brom's Karlan Grant sidelined for up to six weeks
The 23-year-old sustained the injury in training last week.
Jan 5, 11:53
Jordan Archer in action for Millwall on December 2, 2018
Former Millwall goalkeeper Jordan Archer signs for Middlesbrough
Archer made four appearances for Motherwell after signing a short-term contract with them in October.
Jan 5, 11:08
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured on January 1, 2021
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says EFL Cup win would be "very big step" for Man United
United take on Manchester City on Wednesday in the fourth semi-final during Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's reign.
Jan 5, 11:07
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