Alan Shearer for Newcastle
A look at five occasions when top-flight reputations counted for nothing in relegation fight
Alan Shearer took Newcastle into the second tier during a short and ill-fated managerial reign at St James' Park in 2009.
Dec 20, 13:02
 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on November 8, 2020
Pep Guardiola: 'John Stones is back to his best'
Pep Guardiola believes the 26-year-old deserves plenty of praise for his form so far this season.
Dec 20, 13:00
 Rangers manager Steven Gerrard pictured on November 22, 2020
Steven Gerrard: 'No date on Nikola Katic return'
The defender suffered a serious knee injury back in pre-season when he ruptured his cruciate ligament.
Dec 20, 12:18
 Chelsea striker Timo Werner scores from the penalty spot against Rennes on November 4, 2020
Timo Werner: 'I underestimated Premier League test'
Star striker Timo Werner has now gone eight games without a goal in all competitions for Chelsea.
Dec 20, 12:17
 Dominic Calvert-Lewin carries the match ball after scoring a hat-trick against West Ham United in the EFL Cup on September 30, 2020
Dominic Calvert-Lewin: 'I am learning how to be nasty'
The 2-1 victory over Arsenal made it three wins in a week.
Dec 20, 11:49
 Bernd Leno pictured for Arsenal in October 2020
Bernd Leno: 'We cannot feel sorry for ourselves'
The Gunners' defeat at Everton means they have lost eight Premier League games this season.
Dec 20, 11:48
 Manchester United defender Victor Lindelof pictured in July 2020
Victor Lindelof is playing through the pain barrier
Victor Lindelof admitted he struggled at the start of the season due to the unusually brief pre-season.
Dec 20, 11:48
 Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson pictured in September 2020
Jordan Henderson: 'We can still improve'
The Reds extended their unbeaten run in the Premier League to 10 games with the thrashing of Crystal Palace.
Dec 20, 11:19
 England's Ollie Pope celebrates his century on January 17, 2020
England's Ollie Pope back in the nets
The Surrey batsman had surgery after dislocating his shoulder in the third and final Test against Pakistan in August.
Dec 20, 11:19
 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
Stuart Kettlewell wishes Ross County successor all the best
The 36-year-old was sacked following a 2-0 defeat to Hamilton on Saturday.
Dec 20, 11:17
 Dundee United boss Micky Mellon pictured on August 22, 2020
Micky Mellon: 'We were rewarded for our adventure'
Mellon made offensive changes at the start of the second half.
Dec 20, 11:17
 St Mirren boss Jim Goodwin pictured on August 9, 2020
Jim Goodwin: 'We are now getting the best out of Kyle McAllister'
The winger came off the bench to inspire his team's come-from-behind 3-2 victory over St Johnstone.
Dec 20, 11:15
 Burnley's Nick Pope in action against Sheffield United in the Premier League on July 5, 2020
Sean Dyche: 'Nick Pope must remain focused on club form'
Nick Pope has kept clean sheets in five of his last six matches for the Clarets and England.
Dec 20, 11:14
 Derby County manager Wayne Rooney pictured in December 2020
Wayne Rooney's foundation makes £30,000 donation to help fund Childline on December 25
The former England captain's foundation has given £75,000 overall.
Dec 20, 10:00
 Newcastle United's Callum Wilson celebrates scoring against Everton in the Premier League on November 1, 2020
Steve Bruce lavishes praise on Callum Wilson
The striker scored his eighth goal of the season from the penalty spot.
Dec 20, 09:59
 Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen in action against Denver Broncos on December 19, 2020
NFL roundup: Josh Allen stars as Buffalo Bills comfortably overcome Denver Broncos
The Bills dominated the Denver Broncos 48-19.
Dec 20, 08:33
 Canelo Alvarez and Callum Smith pictured during their fight on December 19, 2020
Canelo Alvarez overcomes Callum Smith courtesy of dominant display
The 30-year-old last tasted defeat against Floyd Mayweather Jr in 2013.
Dec 20, 08:29
 Fulham manager Scott Parker pictured on November 22, 2020
Scott Parker fumes at penalty decision in loss to Newcastle United
The visitors had defender Joachim Andersen sent off before Callum Wilson slotted home the resulting spot-kick.
Dec 20, 08:27
 England's Eoin Morgan pictured against Pakistan on August 30, 2020
On This Day: Eoin Morgan named England ODI captain
The move spelled the end of Alastair Cook's international white-ball career.
Dec 20, 08:25
 A general shot on the snooker World Championship trophy
Jack Lisowski advances to World Grand Prix final with win over Mark Selby
Jack Lisowski had opened up a 5-1 lead before Mark Selby reduced the deficit to one frame.
Dec 19, 23:59
 Michael van Gerwen in action in March 2016
Michael van Gerwen eases to opening win at PDC World Championship
World number one Michael van Gerwen was runner-up to Peter Wright in last year's showpiece event.
Dec 19, 23:56
 Lionel Messi is congratulated for his record-equalling 643rd goal for Barcelona on December 19, 2020
European roundup: Messi equals Pele record, Lyon go top of Ligue 1
The Argentina playmaker was on target just before half-time.
Dec 19, 23:53
 Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder pictured on November 22, 2020
Chris Wilder reveals good luck message from Sir Geoffrey Boycott
Chris Wilder, whose side are bottom of the Premier League, says he has also had phonecalls from new West Brom boss Sam Allardyce and Burnley's Sean Dyche.
Dec 19, 22:45
 Manchester United's Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring against Sheffield United in the Premier League on December 17, 2020
Man United's Marcus Rashford pays tribute to academy coaches
The 23-year-old grew up just five miles away from Old Trafford.
Dec 19, 22:44
 West Ham United manager David Moyes celebrates in October 2020
David Moyes relaxed over West Ham contract situation
The former Manchester United and Everton boss sees his current deal with the Hammers run out next summer.
Dec 19, 22:43
 Sam Allardyce pictured on June 8, 2018
West Brom boss Sam Allardyce admits relegation would "kill" him
West Brom are the 66-year-old's eighth top-flight club.
Dec 19, 22:34
 Watford manager Vladimir Ivic pictured in November 2020
Vladimir Ivic sacked by Watford
The Hornets decide on a change after a 2-0 defeat at Huddersfield.
Dec 19, 22:16
 Newcastle United's Callum Wilson celebrates scoring against Fulham on December 19, 2020
Callum Wilson penalty sees Newcastle rescue a point against Fulham
Matt Ritchie's own goal had given the visitors a half-time lead.
Dec 19, 22:15
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on November 8, 2020
Aston Villa boss Dean Smith wary of West Brom new manager bounce
Villa go to the Hawthorns on Sunday looking for a second derby win of the season.
Dec 19, 22:12
 Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta looks dejected during his side's Premier League defeat to Burnley on December 13, 2020
Mikel Arteta "very encouraged" by Arsenal players despite poor form
The Gunners have lost five times in that sequence.
Dec 19, 21:39
 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
Elite sport to continue behind closed doors in tier 4
Plans to meet at Christmas were torn up by new tighter rules but sporting fixtures will continue behind closed doors.
Dec 19, 19:51
 Yerry Mina celebrates scoring for Everton against Arsenal in the Premier League on December 19, 2020
Arsenal lose again as Everton move up to second
The win lifted the Toffees into second place behind Liverpool.
Dec 19, 19:50
 Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman pictured in October 2020
Ronald Koeman admits Barcelona "not good enough" in Valencia draw
Lionel Messi's landmark 643rd goal for the club was not enough to secure victory over Valencia.
Dec 19, 19:40
 Middlesbrough manager Neil Warnock pictured on November 7, 2020
Neil Warnock: 'Middlesbrough are a joy to watch'
A number of players were picked out for praise in the convincing 4-1 win at Birmingham.
Dec 19, 18:49
 Jordan Henderson celebrates scoring for Liverpool against Crystal Palace in the Premier League on December 19, 2020
Saturday's sporting social: Robertson not biggest fan of Firmino's celebration
We look at some of the best examples from December 19.
Dec 19, 18:45
 Rangers manager Steven Gerrard pictured on November 22, 2020
Steven Gerrard: 'Rangers passed Motherwell test with flying colours'
Rangers came from behind to beat Motherwell.
Dec 19, 18:44
 Reading manager Veljko Paunovic pictured in October 2020
Veljko Paunovic rues "horrendous" start as Reading lose to Brentford
Mathias Jensen and a Bryan Mbeumo brace gave the Bees a three-goal cushion before the break.
Dec 19, 18:42
 Nottingham Forest manager Chris Hughton pictured on October 20, 2020
Forest boss Chris Hughton lavishes praise on Alex Mighten
The 18-year-old grabbed an equaliser against Millwall.
Dec 19, 18:41
 Swansea City manager Steve Cooper pictured on November 3, 2020
Steve Cooper says Swansea had a "really good vibe" in Barnsley win
Steve Cooper's side were beaten by Derby in midweek but bounced back to beat Barnsley.
Dec 19, 18:39
 Bournemouth manager Jason Tindall pictured on November 7, 2020
Jason Tindall hails Asmir Begovic after fifth successive clean sheet
The Cherries goalkeeper made two fine saves to deny Luton, but Jason Tindall's men lost ground in the race for promotion.
Dec 19, 18:37
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