Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on December 19, 2020
European roundup: Messi breaks Pele record as Juventus lose to Fiorentina
Juventus suffered a rare defeat to lose ground in the Serie A title race.
Dec 22, 23:59
Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on December 19, 2020
Messi breaks Pele's record as Barcelona sweep aside Real Valladolid
The Argentinian's second-half goal saw him overtake the landmark set by the Brazilian with Santos.
Dec 22, 23:48
Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on December 19, 2020
Lionel Messi scores 644th Barcelona goal to break Pele's record
The 33-year-old claimed the record for himself after notching Barca's third goal in their 3-0 win over Real Valladolid on Tuesday evening.
Dec 22, 23:46
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta looks deflated on December 19, 2020
Pep Guardiola: 'Sacking Mikel Arteta would be a big mistake'
The Gunners tumbled out of the Carabao Cup with a 4-1 defeat to Manchester City.
Dec 22, 23:33
Ross Barkley in action for Aston Villa on November 21, 2020
Aston Villa boss Dean Smith insists Ross Barkley must fight for his place
Ross Barkley has missed four games after suffering a hamstring injury last month.
Dec 22, 22:48
Tottenham Hotspur defender Sergio Reguilon pictured in October 2020
Sergio Reguilon desperate to help Tottenham end trophy drought
The Spanish left-back was 11 when Tottenham last won a trophy, the 2008 League Cup.
Dec 22, 22:47
Jonny Evans in action for Leicester City on November 22, 2020
Jonny Evans close to agreeing new Leicester deal
Jonny Evans joined Leicester from West Brom in 2018.
Dec 22, 22:47
West Ham United manager David Moyes celebrates in October 2020
David Moyes welcomes twice-weekly coronavirus tests in Premier League
West Ham boss Moyes had Covid-19 in September and was forced to manage his team remotely.
Dec 22, 22:46
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Montrose lose ground in title race with Peterhead draw
Title hopefuls Montrose frustrated by Peterhead.
Dec 22, 22:16
Manchester City's Riyad Mahrez celebrates scoring against Arsenal in the EFL Cup on December 22, 2020
Man City ease into EFL Cup semi-finals with dominant win at Arsenal
Pep Guardiola's side ran out 4-1 winners to reach the Carabao Cup semi-finals.
Dec 22, 22:15
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Brechin and Annan play out goalless stalemate
Brechin and Annan share points from goalless draw.
Dec 22, 21:55
Newcastle United manager Steve Bruce pictured on November 6, 2020
Newcastle boss Steve Bruce prepared for criticism after Brentford defeat
Premier League Newcastle were knocked out by Championship Brentford following a 1-0 quarter-final defeat.
Dec 22, 20:52
Brentford celebrate beating Newcastle United in the EFL Cup on December 22, 2020
Brentford edge past Newcastle to reach EFL Cup semi-finals
Josh Dasilva's second-half goal saw the Championship Bees upset their Premier League opponents.
Dec 22, 19:49
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured on June 24, 2020
Tuesday's sporting social: Ole at the wheel and players prepare for NBA return
The best of the day's social media posts from the sporting world.
Dec 22, 19:43
Conor McGregor celebrates victory on January 18, 2020
Conor McGregor's UFC return to take place in Abu Dhabi
Conor McGregor will take on lightweight rival Dustin Poirier in a rematch at UFC 257 on January 23.
Dec 22, 19:42
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Newcastle's clash with Leicester called off following Tigers coronavirus cases
A Premiership Rugby panel will now be convened to determine the allocation of points from the round four fixture.
Dec 22, 19:41
Adrian Lewis pictured in March 2016
Adrian Lewis eliminated by Danny Baggish in second round at World Championship
Adrian Lewis, who won back-to-back world titles in 2011 and 2012, paid for a slow start.
Dec 22, 18:42
Joachim Andersen pictured for Lyon in February 2020
Fulham successfully appeal against Joachim Andersen red card
The Dane was sent off for a challenge on Callum Wilson that led to a penalty in the 1-1 draw.
Dec 22, 18:40
Hibernian manager Jack Ross pictured in October 2020
Jack Ross tips Kyle Magennis to become a "big player" for Hibs
The 22-year-old joined Hibernian this summer after a long association with Saints.
Dec 22, 18:39
Andy Murray reacts after losing against Stan Wawrinka at the French Open on September 27, 2020
Andy Murray overcomes Cameron Norrie at Battle of the Brits
The former British number one won 6-4 7-6 (5) to build on his success against Dan Evans.
Dec 22, 18:38
West Ham United manager David Moyes celebrates in October 2020
David Moyes expecting quiet January transfer window for West Ham
The Hammers announced the signing of young defender Frederik Alves on Tuesday.
Dec 22, 18:38
Generic view outside of West Ham United's London Stadium from May 2018
West Ham sign Danish centre-back Frederik Alves from Silkeborg
Frederik Alves is the Hammers' first signing of the January transfer window.
Dec 22, 16:54
Hamilton Academical manager Brian Rice pictured in August 2020
Team News: Hamilton player tests positive for coronavirus ahead of Livingston clash
An unnamed player has tested positive for Covid-19 while another has been ruled out by injury.
Dec 22, 16:52
General view of Easter Road, home to Hibernian, from 2014
Hibernian have unchanged squad for St Mirren encounter
Stevie Mallan (knee), Sean Mackie (thigh), Jamie Murphy (hamstring) and Scott Allan (illness) are still missing.
Dec 22, 16:50
Tannadice Park, the home of Dundee United
Team News: Dundee United in good shape ahead of Kilmarnock game
Brandon Haunstrup is suspended for Kilmarnock.
Dec 22, 16:49
Stoke City manager Michael O'Neill pictured in October 2020
Stoke without four goalkeepers for Tottenham quarter-final
Michael O'Neill must choose between an inexperienced teenager and a veteran who has not played a league game in almost two years.
Dec 22, 16:48
John Hughes in charge of Hibernian in 2010
Brian Rice confident John Hughes will "galvanise" Ross County
Hughes was appointed Ross County boss on Monday following the dismissal of Stuart Kettlewell.
Dec 22, 16:46
General view of McDiarmid Park, home to St Johnstone, from 2015
Team News: Jason Kerr suspended for St Johnstone's clash with Rangers
The Saints defender was sent off in the 3-2 defeat by St Mirren in Paisley at the weekend.
Dec 22, 16:45
Lewis Ferguson pictured for Aberdeen in April 2019
Lewis Ferguson: 'Aberdeen move was perfect for my career'
The 21-year-old has started in every game he has played since moving from Hamilton in 2018.
Dec 22, 16:44
Kilmarnock manager Alex Dyer pictured on August 22, 2020
Alex Dyer backs himself to turn Kilmarnock's fortunes around
The Ayrshire side have lost six of their last seven Scottish Premiership games.
Dec 22, 16:43
Anthony Joshua celebrates on December 7, 2019
Anthony Joshua hints at June date for Tyson Fury showdown
The 31-year-old has confirmed talks are under way.
Dec 22, 16:42
John Hughes in charge of Hibernian in 2010
John Hughes: 'Ross County cannot afford to lose Ross Stewart'
The Staggies are four points adrift at the bottom of the Premiership.
Dec 22, 16:41
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 and EFL step up measures to tackle coronavirus spread
Top-flight players in tier four areas will be tested twice a week.
Dec 22, 16:40
Celtic players and staff celebrate winning the Scottish Cup final on December 20, 2020
Mikey Johnston backs Celtic to embark on winning run
Celtic are looking to claw back Rangers' 16-point lead at the top of the Premiership.
Dec 22, 16:39
Jake Carroll pictured in September 2018
Team News: Motherwell welcome Jake Carroll back for Aberdeen clash
The left-back is not ready to start in the Scottish Premiership though after 10 months out.
Dec 22, 16:38
Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti pictured on November22, 2020
Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti sets sights on EFL Cup glory
James Rodriguez will miss the quarter-final against Manchester United.
Dec 22, 16:37
General view of Almondvale Stadium, home to Livingston, from 2005
Jason Holt delighted to see David Martindale appointed Livingston manager
The former Hearts and Rangers midfielder extended his own contract at the club until the summer of 2023 on Friday.
Dec 22, 15:01
Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers pictured on November 22, 2020
Brendan Rodgers thinks new £100m training ground can take Leicester up a level
Leicester will train at their new training ground for the first time on Christmas Eve.
Dec 22, 15:01
Celtic manager Neil Lennon pictured on November 5, 2020
Neil Lennon says Celtic given "huge psychological lift" from cup victory
The Hoops are 16 points off leaders Rangers in the Premiership.
Dec 22, 15:00
Mesut Ozil pictured on June 25, 2020
Five Premier League players who could be looking to move on in January
The transfer window opens on January 2.
Dec 22, 14:58
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