Wycombe Wanderers's Darly Horgan shoots during the Championship clash with Stoke City on December 2, 2020
Supporters "over the moon" as stadiums reopen in England
Six clubs were allowed up to 2,000 supporters on Wednesday night.
Dec 3, 08:09
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane pictured in November 2020
Thursday's papers: Zinedine Zidane, Dele Alli, Houssem Aouar
Maurico Pochettino has been linked to the manager's job at Real Madrid but may prefer PSG, according to the rumour mill.
Dec 3, 08:06
Luton Town manager Nathan Jones pictured in October 2020
Nathan Jones "emotional" at reaction of Luton Town supporters
It was the first time supporters had been in Kenilworth Road since Nathan Jones returned as manager.
Dec 3, 00:01
Blackburn Rovers manager Tony Mowbray pictured on October 17, 2020
Tony Mowbray: 'We must improve to be challengers'
Rovers are unbeaten in six and sit ninth in the Sky Bet Championship, just four points off the summit.
Dec 3, 00:00
Watford manager Vladimir Ivic pictured in November 2020
Vladimir Ivic: 'Our away form simply must improve'
The Hornets have notched up only one away win in the Championship.
Dec 2, 23:59
Charlton boss Lee Bowyer on June 20, 2020
Lee Bowyer calls for Charlton Athletic fans to be "more positive"
The Addicks slipped to a 1-0 defeat to MK Dons.
Dec 2, 23:48
Reading manager Veljko Paunovic pictured in October 2020
Veljko Paunovic refuses to complain about officials
Reading had two convincing penalty shouts rejected.
Dec 2, 23:47
Chelsea's Olivier Giroud celebrates scoring against Sevilla on December 2, 2020
Frank Lampard lavishes praise on Olivier Giroud
Olivier Giroud grabbed his chance as he scored four in the Blues' rout of Sevilla.
Dec 2, 23:46
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured on November 7, 2020
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer remains confident Manchester United will progress in Champions League
The Red Devils need to avoid defeat in Germany next week to go through.
Dec 2, 23:45
Stoke City manager Michael O'Neill pictured in October 2020
Michael O'Neill welcomes return of supporters
It was the first time Wycombe fans had been able to watch their side in the second tier.
Dec 2, 22:53
Middlesbrough manager Neil Warnock pictured on November 7, 2020
Neil Warnock hails Duncan Watmore for two-goal showing
Recent free agent signing Duncan Watmore is only signed until January.
Dec 2, 22:28
Luton Town's George Moncur celebrates scoring against Norwich City in the Championship on December 2, 2020
Championship leaders Norwich City lose to Luton Town in front of 1000 supporters
The Hatters ran out comfortable winners in front of 1,000 fans at Kenilworth Road.
Dec 2, 22:17
Chelsea's Olivier Giroud celebrates scoring against Sevilla on December 2, 2020
Olivier Giroud nets four as Chelsea thump Sevilla
The Blues sealed top spot with their win in Spain.
Dec 2, 22:16
England's Ben Stokes celebrates after his match-winning display against West Indies on July 20, 2020
Ben Stokes: 'Sky is the limit for England'
England are already world champions in the 50-over format.
Dec 2, 22:13
Paris Saint-Germain's Marquinhos celebrates scoring against Manchester United in the Champions League on December 2, 2020
Man United's Champions League hopes dented with defeat to Paris Saint-Germain
The Red Devils now need a point in Leipzig to reach the last 16.
Dec 2, 22:12
Blackburn Rovers manager Tony Mowbray pictured on October 17, 2020
Adam Armstrong hits late winner as Blackburn Rovers overcome Millwall
Millwall thought they had done enough to take a hard-fought point.
Dec 2, 22:06
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
Sheffield Wednesday hold Reading to draw despite red card
The Owls had Liam Shaw sent off after half an hour.
Dec 2, 22:03
Watford manager Vladimir Ivic pictured in November 2020
Watford, Nottingham Forest play out goalless draw
Chris Hughton's side looked the more likely to break the deadlock.
Dec 2, 22:01
Wycombe Wanderers's Darly Horgan shoots during the Championship clash with Stoke City on December 2, 2020
Nick Powell scores winner as Stoke overcome Wycombe Wanderers
The 1,000 supporters spread around the stadium saw the Chairboys in Championship action for the very first time.
Dec 2, 21:59
Wycombe Wanderers's Darly Horgan shoots during the Championship clash with Stoke City on December 2, 2020
Football fans offer their views on return to stadiums
Supporters were present at six EFL games on Wednesday as some clubs were finally able to open their turnstiles to a limited number of spectators.
Dec 2, 21:57
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
Sean Hoare: 'We can have no excuses on Molde's artificial pitch'
The Irish side have travelled to Norway for the penultimate game of their Europa League campaign after four straight defeats.
Dec 2, 21:17
Middlesbrough's Duncan Watmore celebrates scoring against Swansea City on December 2, 2020
Duncan Watmore nets brace as Middlesbrough overcome Swansea City
Warnock turned 72 on Tuesday and watched his side return to winning ways on Wednesday.
Dec 2, 21:12
John Higgins pictured in January 2016
John Higgins hails Zhou Yuelong after UK Championship clash
The 22-year-old beat John Higgins 6-2.
Dec 2, 21:10
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on November 8, 2020
Manchester City slam Porto over "ill-judged" criticism
Porto have criticised City manager Pep Guardiola, midfielder Fernandinho and referenced a year-old racism case involving Bernardo Silva.
Dec 2, 20:00
Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers pictured on November 22, 2020
Brendan Rodgers to rest key individuals against Zorya Luhansk
Kasper Schmeichel, Jonny Evans, Youri Tielemans and Jamie Vardy have remained in the midlands.
Dec 2, 19:59
Raul Jimenez lies unconscious during the game between Arsenal and Wolves on November 29, 2020
Raul Jimenez making "excellent progress" after surgery
Raul Jimenez received lengthy treatment on the pitch after a sickening clash of heads with Arsenal defender David Luiz.
Dec 2, 19:58
LASK Linz manager Dominik Thalhammer pictured on November 26, 2020
Dominik Thalhammer determined to overcome Tottenham Hotspur
A point for Tottenham in Austria will see them through to the Europa League knock-out phase.
Dec 2, 18:30
Rangers goalkeeper Allan McGregor pictured in December 2018
Allan McGregor calls for calm ahead of Standard Liege clash
Steven Gerrard's side are unbeaten this season.
Dec 2, 18:16
Tyson Fury in action on February 22, 2020
Tyson Fury to stay on SPOTY shortlist despite calling to be removed
Tyson Fury is one of six athletes in the running to win the award.
Dec 2, 18:15
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Wednesday's sporting social: All Mariah wants for Xmas is Jof not to be scrooge
The best of the day's social media posts from the sporting world.
Dec 2, 18:14
Billy Joe Saunders pictured in May 2019
Billy Joe Saunders: 'Bad diet could cost me'
Billy Joe Saunders has not fought for 13 months.
Dec 2, 16:55
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Large-scale sporting pilot events under "active discussion"
Sports venues in tiers one and two of the new regionalised system are able to welcome spectators from Wednesday.
Dec 2, 16:13
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Spectators return to Ludlow after six months behind closed doors
Crowds bring atmosphere back to English tracks.
Dec 2, 16:11
Celtic's Christopher Jullien celebrates scoring their first goal on December 8, 2019
Christopher Jullien 'feels pain' for Celtic stalwarts amid struggles
Celtic have won just two of their last 10 matches in all competitions and sit 11 points behind Rangers at the top of the Premiership.
Dec 2, 16:09
Tottenham Hotspur's Gareth Bale in action against Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League on November 1, 2020
Ben Davies: 'Gareth Bale will star for Tottenham Hotspur again'
Gareth Bale has scored once in seven appearances since rejoining Spurs on loan from Real Madrid.
Dec 2, 16:07
Ireland scrum-half Conor Murray in action against England during the Six Nations on February 2, 2019
Conor Murray: 'Scotland will be relishing Ireland clash'
The Dublin clash will decide who finishes third in the Autumn Nations Cup.
Dec 2, 16:06
Wales head coach Wayne Pivac pictured in October 2020
Wayne Pivac makes nine changes for Italy fixture
Wales complete Autumn Nations Cup campaign against Italy.
Dec 2, 16:05
Andy Sullivan of England plays a shot during the second round of the South African Open at Glendower Golf Club on January 9, 2015
Andy Sullivan cards 61 in Dubai to lead the pack
The 34-year-old needed to birdie his final two holes to break the 60 barrier.
Dec 2, 14:44
Bath's Anthony Watson in action on January 4, 2020
Anthony Watson: 'England are motivated to secure more silverware'
Eddie Jones' men are keen to add to the Six Nations title.
Dec 2, 14:43
Mick Schumacher pictured ahead of the Eifel Grand Prix on October 9, 2020
Mick Schumacher "overwhelmed" to be racing in Formula One
Michael Schumacher signed a multi-year agreement with American team Haas.
Dec 2, 14:41
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