Anthony Joshua celebrates on December 7, 2019
Self-proclaimed "good psychopath" Anthony Joshua relishing Pulev battle
Spice has been added to Saturday's world heavyweight title fight at just the right time.
Dec 11, 22:53
Manchester United's Paul Pogba celebrates scoring against RB Leipzig in the Champions League on December 9, 2020
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer praises Paul Pogba's "hunger and appetite"
Paul Pogba's agent Mino Raiola spoke on the eve of the crunch Champions League clash at RB Leipzig about his client's unhappiness.
Dec 11, 22:51
Danny Ings celebrates scoring for Southampton against Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League on December 7, 2020
Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl insists Danny Ings is not irreplaceable
The former Liverpool frontman has proven himself a key member of Ralph Hasenhuttl's squad.
Dec 11, 22:50
West Bromwich Albion manager Slaven Bilic pictured in November 2020
Slaven Bilic claims VAR has not been fair to West Brom
The West Brom manager claims most decisions are going against his team as they battle for Premier League survival.
Dec 11, 22:49
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard pictured on November 4, 2020
Frank Lampard talks up Carlo Ancelotti ahead of Everton showdown
The current Blues boss faces his former Chelsea manager when he takes his side to Everton on Saturday.
Dec 11, 22:48
Raul Jimenez lies unconscious during the game between Arsenal and Wolves on November 29, 2020
Nuno Espirito Santo believes Raul Jimenez has a "desire to return"
Raul Jimenez had surgery on a fractured skull and is now recovering.
Dec 11, 22:47
Leicester City's Demarai Gray pictured in June 2020
Brendan Rodgers admits Demarai Gray likely to leave Leicester
Demarai Gray helped Leicester win the league but has struggled under Brendan Rodgers.
Dec 11, 22:47
Premier League manager Graham Potter pictured in November 2020
Brighton boss Graham Potter insists VAR was not going to solve all problems
The Seagulls have seen both sides of interventions from Stockley Park this season.
Dec 11, 22:46
Potty mouth Kevin De Bruyne in action for Manchester City on November 21, 2020
Kevin De Bruyne: 'Manchester United cannot be underestimated'
United are under pressure having been eliminated from the Champions League in midweek.
Dec 11, 22:44
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain celebrates opening the scoring for Liverpool on February 1, 2020
Jurgen Klopp: 'Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is a difference-maker'
The England international is poised to make his first appearance in a matchday squad at Fulham.
Dec 11, 22:44
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Bill Sweeney does not fear RFU bankruptcy over concussion lawsuits
World Cup winner Steve Thompson is among a group of former players suffering early-onset dementia symptoms in their early 40s preparing lawsuits.
Dec 11, 22:12
Angelo Ogbonna celebrates scoring for West Ham United against Leeds United in the Premier League on December 11, 2020
Angelo Ogbonna header propels West Ham to victory at Leeds
Tomas Soucek and Angelo Ogbonna both scored from set-pieces as the Hammers won at Elland Road.
Dec 11, 22:11
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Ayr and Raith Rovers play out goalless stalemate
Raith Rovers looked the most likely to make the breakthrough but Ayr hit the crossbar late on.
Dec 11, 22:08
Istanbul Basaksehir assistant coach Pierre Webo pictured in December 2020
Istanbul Basaksehir coach Pierre Webo breaks silence after racism scandal
Pierre Webo alleges fourth official Sebastian Coltescu referred to him by the colour of his skin.
Dec 11, 20:46
Bordeaux Begles' Santiago Cordero celebrates after scoring their first try against Northampton in the Champions Cup on December 11, 2020
Northampton lose to Bordeaux in Champions Cup opener
Northampton have now lost 11 consecutive matches.
Dec 11, 20:32
John McGinn celebrates scoring for Aston Villa on September 28, 2019
John McGinn: 'Easy choice to sign new Aston Villa deal'
The Scotland international has been a key player for Villa since joining from Hibernian in 2018.
Dec 11, 20:03
General view inside Everton's Goodison Park on November 3, 2018
Everton announce record losses of £140m amid coronavirus pandemic
Everton revealed the cost of Covid-19 amounted to an unforeseen loss of £67.3m.
Dec 11, 20:02
Raul Jimenez lies unconscious during the game between Arsenal and Wolves on November 29, 2020
Friday's sporting social: Jimenez returns to Wolves and Bednarek the Barista
Harry Kane also showed off Grenfell Athletic's latest shirt.
Dec 11, 19:06
General view of McDiarmid Park, home to St Johnstone, from 2015
Team News: Michael O'Halloran doubtful for Livingston clash after Scott Brown run-in
St Johnstone host Livingston on Saturday.
Dec 11, 18:36
Tannadice Park, the home of Dundee United
Team News: Coronavirus-hit Dundee United depleted for Rangers showdown
Only some of the nine players who were instructed to self-isolate are back with the Tangerines squad.
Dec 11, 18:15
Hamilton Academical manager Brian Rice pictured in August 2020
Team News: Hamilton's Hakeem Odoffin suspended for Hibernian encounter
Accies also confirmed this week that striker Marios Ogkmpoe would be out until the new year after suffering a knee injury.
Dec 11, 18:14
Ryan Christie in action for Celtic on December 29, 2019
Team News: Celtic's Ryan Christie returns from suspension for Kilmarnock clash
Kilmarnock defender Clevid Dikamona is suspended.
Dec 11, 18:12
Anthony Joshua celebrates on December 7, 2019
Anthony Joshua will not take the knee ahead of Pulev bout
The world heavyweight champion attended a Black Lives Matter march in June.
Dec 11, 18:11
General view of Fir Park, home of Motherwell, from November 2011
Team News: Devante Cole returns to Motherwell squad for St Mirren clash
The forward has trained for two days following a hamstring issue but might have to start on the bench.
Dec 11, 18:10
General view of Aberdeen's Pittodrie Stadium from 2008
Team News: Aberdeen's Mikey Devlin set for lengthy spell on the sidelines
Lewis Ferguson is suspended for Aberdeen following his red card against St Mirren.
Dec 11, 18:09
Dundee United boss Micky Mellon pictured on August 22, 2020
Micky Mellon defends Dundee United protocols after coronavirus outbreak
Micky Mellon emerged from a 14-day isolation on Friday after three members of staff tested positive - Stevie Frail, coach Dave Bowman, and a physio.
Dec 11, 18:08
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Bahrain Grand Prix on November 29, 2020
Lewis Hamilton insists he has nothing to prove following F1 return
The world champion missed the Sakhir Grand Prix due to coronavirus.
Dec 11, 17:26
General view of Rugby Park, home to Kilmarnock, from 2011
Stuart Findlay draws on early days at Celtic ahead of weekend showdown
Celtic secured only their third victory in 13 games during Thursday's Europa League dead rubber against Lille ahead of Sunday's clash with Kilmarnock.
Dec 11, 16:57
Tony Watt during a Scotland training session in March 2016
Motherwell's Tony Watt heaps praise on "relentless" Stephen Robinson
Tony Watt has established himself as Motherwell's main striker after signing three contracts at Fir Park this year.
Dec 11, 16:55
Hamilton Academical manager Brian Rice pictured in August 2020
Hamilton boss Brian Rice confident fringe players will grasp opportunity
Accies have lost main striker Marios Ogkmpoe to a knee injury which requires surgery and will keep him out until the new year.
Dec 11, 16:53
General view of Almondvale Stadium, home to Livingston, from 2005
Jack Fitzwater: 'Livingston have gone up a level'
Following the shock resignation of manager Gary Holt, Livi have beaten Ayr 4-0 in the cup and recorded a 2-0 Premiership victory over Dundee United.
Dec 11, 16:52
General view of Aberdeen's Pittodrie Stadium from 2008
Aberdeen's Ross McCrorie opens up on "horrendous" self-isolation period
The Aberdeen midfielder had also tested positive in April.
Dec 11, 16:51
James Rodriguez celebrates scoring for Everton on September 19, 2020
Team News: James Rodriguez misses out for Everton against Chelsea
Christian Pulisic has shaken off a hamstring twinge to be fit for the trip to Goodison Park.
Dec 11, 15:49
Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder pictured on November 22, 2020
Sheffield United hope to welcome trio back for Southampton game
Enda Stevens, Ethan Ampadu and Lys Mousset are all back in training.
Dec 11, 15:48
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Bill Sweeney: 'RFU yet to receive legal contact over negligence claims'
Steve Thompson is among a group of ex-players suffering early-onset dementia symptoms in their early 40s.
Dec 11, 15:47
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on November 8, 2020
Pep Guardiola prepared to face "best version" of Man United
The Manchester derby takes place on Saturday evening.
Dec 11, 15:46
James Rodriguez celebrates scoring for Everton on September 19, 2020
Carlo Ancelotti confident Everton can cope without James Rodriguez
The 29-year-old sustained a calf injury in last weekend's draw with Burnley and has not trained all week.
Dec 11, 15:45
Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl pictured in November 2020
Ralph Hasenhuttl: 'Sheffield United must not be underestimated'
The Blades prop up the rest of the Premier League.
Dec 11, 15:44
Jonny Evans in action for Leicester City on November 22, 2020
Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers optimistic over new Jonny Evans deal
Jonny Evans has been at Leicester since joining from West Brom in 2018.
Dec 11, 15:43
Hibernian manager Jack Ross pictured in October 2020
Hibernian manager Jack Ross pours cold water over Celtic links
The Easter Road boss has been identified as a potential replacement for Neil Lennon if the Parkhead board decided to dispense with him.
Dec 11, 15:35
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