Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane pictured in November 2020
Zidane hails "phenomenal" Karim Benzema as Real Madrid overcome Eibar
The former France striker opened the scoring and had a hand in Real's other two goals against Eibar.
Dec 21, 08:58
Chris Paterson
On This Day in 2011: Scotland's Chris Paterson retires from international duty
Chris Paterson scored a record 809 points for Scotland and won more than 100 caps.
Dec 21, 08:57
England World Cup winner Nobby Stiles pictured in 2008
Repeated heading of the ball 'led to Nobby Stiles's brain damage'
The former Manchester United and England defender died aged 78 in October.
Dec 20, 23:45
AC Milan's Rafael Leao celebrates scoring against Sassuolo in Serie A on December 20, 2020
European roundup: Real Madrid win again while AC Milan's Rafael Leao creates history
Karim Benzema, Luka Modric and Lucas Vazquez struck for Zinedine Zidane's men.
Dec 20, 23:27
Real Madrid's Lucas Vazquez celebrates scoring against Eibar in La Liga on December 20, 2020
Real Madrid move level on points with La Liga leaders Atletico Madrid courtesy of win over Eibar
Karim Benzema, Luka Modric and Lucas Vazquez struck for the reigning champions.
Dec 20, 23:24
Judd Trump pictured in January 2016
Judd Trump wins World Grand Prix title
The world number one's 10-7 victory saw him become only the sixth player in snooker history to win 20 ranking titles.
Dec 20, 23:19
West Bromwich Albion manager Sam Allardyce pictured on December 20, 2020
Sam Allardyce considering captaincy change at West Bromwich Albion
Sam Allardyce lost his first game in charge of West Brom as Jake Livermore was sent off in a 3-0 defeat to Aston Villa.
Dec 20, 23:18
Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Turkish Grand Prix on November 15, 2020
A look at Lewis Hamilton's rise from humble beginnings to world star
Lewis Hamilton was on Sunday crowned BBC Sports Personality of the Year for the second time.
Dec 20, 23:17
Wolverhampton Wanderers winger Adama Traore pictured on November 8, 2020
Nuno Espirito Santo confident Adama Traore will hit top form
The Wolves player has yet to score a goal or provide an assist this campaign.
Dec 20, 23:15
West Ham United manager David Moyes celebrates in October 2020
David Moyes: 'I do not need success at West Ham United to prove my credentials'
David Moyes has overseen a strong start to the season from the Hammers but opinions about his coaching record remain mixed.
Dec 20, 23:13
Burnley manager Sean Dyche pictured in November 2020
Burnley boss Sean Dyche opens up on January plans
The Clarets have won two of their last five games with Wolves the visitors to Turf Moor on Monday.
Dec 20, 23:12
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Bahrain Grand Prix on November 29, 2020
Lewis Hamilton crowned BBC Sports Personality of the Year
The 35-year-old claimed his seventh Formula One title this year.
Dec 20, 22:26
West Bromwich Albion manager Sam Allardyce pictured on December 20, 2020
A look at Sam Allardyce's first outing as West Bromwich Albion boss
The Baggies were beaten 3-0 at home by Aston Villa.
Dec 20, 21:51
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring against Paris Saint-Germain PSG on October 20, 2020
Marcus Rashford handed award at BBC Sports Personality of the Year ceremony
The 23-year-old England forward became an MBE in October.
Dec 20, 21:48
Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes celebrates scoring against Leeds United in the Premier League on December 20, 2020
Five talking points from this weekend's Premier League action
It was all smiles for the two Merseyside clubs but a weekend of woe for the two north London sides.
Dec 20, 21:46
Aston Villa's Anwar El Ghazi celebrates scoring against West Bromwich Albion in the Premier League on December 20, 2020
Aston Villa too strong for 10-man West Bromwich Albion in Sam Allardyce's opener
Anwar El Ghazi scored twice in a comfortable derby win as Jake Livermore was sent off.
Dec 20, 21:45
Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay pictured in October 2020
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hails "physical monster" Scott McTominay
Manchester United put six past their rivals at Old Trafford, with Scott McTominay scoring twice in the opening three minutes.
Dec 20, 21:14
General view of Watford's Vicarage Road from April 2018
Watford announce Xisco Munoz as new head coach
The Hornets' fourth defeat of the league season - which left them fifth in the table - proved Vladimir Ivic's undoing.
Dec 20, 20:17
Celtic's Conor Hazard in action during the Scottish Cup final with Hearts on December 20, 2020
Conor Hazard "delighted" to play a key role for Celtic
The goalkeeper saved two shoot-out spot-kicks on his third appearance to help the Hoops retain the Scottish Cup.
Dec 20, 20:12
Celtic players and staff celebrate winning the Scottish Cup final on December 20, 2020
Five talking points from this weekend's Scottish football
Celtic's trophy streak continues, but for how much longer? Meanwhile, things look good for Hearts and Rangers.
Dec 20, 20:03
Celtic manager Neil Lennon pictured on August 22, 2020
Neil Lennon delighted to rewrite record books
The Hoops boss became the first person in Scottish football to win the domestic treble as a player and manager.
Dec 20, 20:02
Leicester City's Jamie Vardy celebrates scoring against Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on December 20, 2020
Premier League roundup: Leicester City, Manchester United both record impressive wins
In the early kick-off, Sheffield United were denied a first win of the season by a late Brighton equaliser.
Dec 20, 18:45
Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes celebrates scoring against Leeds United in the Premier League on December 20, 2020
Manchester United hit Leeds United for six in entertaining game at Old Trafford
Scott McTominay got the hosts off to a flying start with a brace inside three minutes.
Dec 20, 18:42
AC Milan's Rafael Leao celebrates scoring against Sassuolo in Serie A on December 20, 2020
European roundup: Rafael Leao creates history as AC Milan overcome Sassuolo
The Portuguese striker found the back of the net after just six seconds.
Dec 20, 18:40
Paul Gustard pictured for Harlequins in April 2019
Paul Gustard to investigate heavy loss to Racing 92
Paul Gustard demands answers after Harlequins fall flat
Dec 20, 18:36
Gary Lineker pictured in April 2017
Sunday's sporting social: Gary Lineker laughs off name error
Lineker is the host of Sports Personality of the Year.
Dec 20, 18:36
Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho pictured on September 27, 2020
Jose Mourinho refuses to blame Serge Aurier for defeat
Jose Mourinho has previously been concerned about Serge Aurier's record of conceding spot-kicks.
Dec 20, 18:34
Celtic players and staff celebrate winning the Scottish Cup final on December 20, 2020
Celtic win Scottish Cup by beating Hearts on penalties
Neil Lennon's side seemed to be cruising at half-time before Hearts took it to extra-time and penalties.
Dec 20, 18:33
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
Women's Super League roundup: Manchester United Women remain top
Leah Galton and Tobin Heath scored twice apiece in a 6-1 win while Arsenal beat Everton 4-0.
Dec 20, 18:29
Andy Murray celebrates winning his Davis Cup match on November 20, 2019
Andy Murray beats Dan Evans in 'Battle of the Brits' contest
Murray won two tight sets to triumph 7-6 (5) 6-4.
Dec 20, 16:42
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
Kyle Connell strikes as Airdrieonians overcome Falkirk
The on-loan Kilmarnock striker netted the only goal at the Falkirk Stadium to push Airdrie up to fourth in the table.
Dec 20, 16:40
Leicester City forward Jamie Vardy pictured on November 8, 2020
Premier League roundup: Leicester City move above Tottenham Hotspur in Premier League table
Brendan Rodgers gets one over his former mentor Jose Mourinho in the Premier League.
Dec 20, 16:39
Leicester City's Jamie Vardy celebrates scoring against Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on December 20, 2020
Leicester City into second courtesy of two-goal win over Tottenham
Jamie Vardy scored from the spot before Toby Alderweireld netted an own goal.
Dec 20, 16:37
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes pictured in November 22, 2020
Derek McInnes: 'We must remain grounded despite strong form'
The Hoops have two games in hand, while Rangers lead the league by 16 points.
Dec 20, 15:43
Alexander Albon pictured on February 19, 2019
Alexander Albon "hurt" to be dropped by Red Bull
Alexander Albon will serve as a reserve driver in 2021.
Dec 20, 15:42
Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder pictured on November 22, 2020
Chris Wilder frustrated by draw with Brighton & Hove Albion
Ten-man Sheffield United were pegged back by Danny Welbeck's equaliser at Brighton.
Dec 20, 15:41
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
Arsenal Women thump Everton Ladies to go second
Jordan Nobbs, Caitlin Foord, Jen Beattie and Beth Mead were on target.
Dec 20, 14:50
Brighton & Hove Albion's Danny Welbeck celebrates scoring against Sheffield United in the Premier League on December 20, 2020
Sheffield United denied first league win of season by late Danny Welbeck effort
The forward earned Brighton a point.
Dec 20, 14:33
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
Leah Galton, Tobin Heath net braces as Manchester United Women triumph
The pair both scored twice in a 6-1 win.
Dec 20, 14:29
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes pictured in November 22, 2020
Aberdeen record two-goal win over Kilmarnock
The Dons have not lost to Killie at Rugby Park in over nine years.
Dec 20, 14:27
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