Arsenal's Sead Kolasinac pictured on July 26, 2020
Arsenal's Sead Kolasinac returns positive coronavirus test
The 27-year-old is now self-isolating.
Nov 18, 15:03
England's George Ford pictured on February 20, 2020
England's George Ford wins fitness battle to face Ireland
The Leicester player missed the recent big wins over Italy and Georgia.
Nov 18, 15:01
Scotland's Blair Kinghorn in action against Wales in the Six Nations on October 31, 2020
Blair Kinghorn: 'Scotland streak is no fluke'
Gregor Townsend's side have won their last five matches.
Nov 18, 15:00
Rafael Nadal in action at the Australian Open on January 27, 2020
Australian Open facing challenges to stage tournament
Players are unlikely to be allowed to travel to Australia until the end of December at the earliest.
Nov 18, 13:14
Newcastle head coach Dean Richards pictured on November 23, 2018
Dean Richards: 'English rugby needs the Championship'
The Falcons secured promotion from the second tier in April.
Nov 18, 13:13
England's Moeen Ali pictured in action on September 1, 2020
England's Moeen Ali determined to fight for Test future
The all-rounder is hoping to start afresh and rekindle his red-ball ambitions.
Nov 18, 13:13
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
EFL clubs permitted to use five substitutes for rest of season
The new regulations come into force on November 20.
Nov 18, 13:12
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
Legal action over brain injuries in football and other sports launched
The issue of dementia among footballers is back in the spotlight.
Nov 18, 13:11
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes pictured in August 2020
Derek McInnes: 'Aberdeen youngsters must target Euro 2020 spot after Under-21 disappointment'
Scotland Under-21s missed out on a place at next year's European Championship but the seniors are heading to Euro 2020.
Nov 18, 13:10
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Petition to exempt golf courses from lockdown to be debated next week
The document has received more than 257,000 signatures.
Nov 18, 13:09
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ECB planning for return of supporters next summer
England will also play white-ball series against Sri Lanka and Pakistan.
Nov 18, 10:38
England head coach Chris Silverwood before the press conference on October 10, 2019
England to play back-to-back T20s in Karachi next October
Scheduling issues forced plans for a limited-overs tour in early 2021 to be put on hold.
Nov 18, 09:58
Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis pictured in February 2019
Premier League asked for "urgent advice" from Government after Nottingham Forest owner's coronavirus case
The request for a call came two days before English professional football was suspended due to the pandemic.
Nov 18, 08:24
Callum Smith celebrates with the belts after winning his fight against John Ryder on November 23, 2019
Liverpool's Callum Smith to take on Saul Alvarez on December 19
The contest will be staged in the United States on December 19.
Nov 18, 08:22
Celtic's Mohamed Elyounoussi celebrates scoring against Riga in the Europa League on September 24, 2020
Celtic pair expected to face Hibernian despite coronavirus scare
Mohamed Elyounoussi and Kristofer Ajer had been due to play for Norway when a team-mate tested positive.
Nov 18, 08:22
Sir Geoff Hurst scores England's fourth goal in the 1966 World Cup final
Sir Geoff Hurst supports ban on children heading footballs
The 1966 World Cup-winner said he hopes to donate his brain to dementia research after his death.
Nov 18, 08:20
Declan Rice warms up for West Ham on October 30, 2020
Wednesday's paper talk: Declan Rice, Granit Xhaka, Ousmane Dembele
Outgoings at Chelsea, Barcelona and Manchester United feature in the papers.
Nov 18, 08:19
Aston Villa midfielder Conor Hourihane pictured in June 2020
Conor Hourihane opens up on personal coronavirus struggles
The midfielder admits the pandemic is preying on players' minds.
Nov 18, 00:02
Dominic Thiem celebrates after beating Rafael Nadal at the ATP Finals on November 17, 2020
Dominic Thiem able to celebrate historic win over Rafael Nadal
The Austrian won a superb contest in two tie-breaks while Stefanos Tsitsipas battled past Andrey Rublev.
Nov 18, 00:01
Kieran Trippier in action for Atletico Madrid on September 28, 2019
Kieran Trippier admits not seeing family is "challenging and hard"
The Atletico Madrid full-back is desperate to be involved in every match for England.
Nov 17, 22:52
Phil Foden pictured on November 8, 2020
Gareth Southgate insists Phil Foden drama is dead and buried
The Manchester City midfielder had been sent home from Iceland for disciplinary reasons.
Nov 17, 22:50
Stefanos Tsitsipas reacts after beating Andrey Rublev at the ATP Finals on November 17, 2020
Stefanos Tsitsipas overcomes Andrey Rublev to set up Nadal showdown
The defending champion's victory means Dominic Thiem has qualified for the semi-finals.
Nov 17, 22:44
Jamal Musiala celebrates scoring for England Under-21s against Albania in the European qualifiers on November 17, 2020
Jamal Musiala giving Aidy Boothroyd selection headache for Euros
Jamal Musiala scored on his full England Under-21 debut on Tuesday.
Nov 17, 22:31
Ferran Torres celebrates scoring for Spain against Germany in the Nations League on November 17, 2020
Ferran Torres hits hat-trick as Spain put six past Germany
The visitors had only needed a draw to win the group.
Nov 17, 22:03
Jamal Musiala celebrates scoring for England Under-21s against Albania in the European qualifiers on November 17, 2020
Jamal Musiala scores on full debut as England Under-21s thrash Albania
Aidy Boothroyd's team now head to Euro 2021 in Hungary and Slovenia.
Nov 17, 21:35
England manager Gareth Southgate pictured on September 8, 2020
Gareth Southgate empathises with club managers over injury concerns
The England boss has to balance the pursuit of progress with the welfare of his players.
Nov 17, 19:42
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring against Paris Saint-Germain PSG on October 20, 2020
Tuesday's sporting social: Jay, Javier, Justin and Jianzi
PA look at the pick of the posts.
Nov 17, 19:40
Jack Grealish warms up for Aston Villa on October 18, 2020
Kieran Trippier talks up "fantastic" England teammate Jack Grealish
The Aston Villa captain has emerged as a key player during the current international break.
Nov 17, 19:39
Ireland's James Ryan pictured in February 2020
James Ryan compared to Ireland great Paul O'Connell
The 24-year-old lock is poised to lead out his country for the first time on Saturday.
Nov 17, 19:03
Scotland's Sam Skinner in action against Fiji in November 2019
Scotland's Sam Skinner laughs off "swagger" talk
The 25-year-old is doing his bit for Movember with some impressive bristles on his upper-lip.
Nov 17, 19:02
Rafael Nadal reacts after losing to Dominic Thiem in the ATP Finals on November 17, 2020
Dominic Thiem: 'Rafael Nadal victory one of the best in my career'
The Austrian is on the verge of a semi-final spot in London after a brilliant contest.
Nov 17, 19:00
England World Cup winner Nobby Stiles pictured in 2008
FA holds "clear and unwavering commitment" to dementia fight amid criticism
The former England and Manchester United midfielder died last month.
Nov 17, 18:59
England's Jack Willis celebrates scoring a try against Georgia in the Autumn Nations Cup on November 14, 2020
England's Jack Willis dropped for Ireland clash
The Wasps flanker marked his first cap against Georgia with a try in the Autumn Nations Cup opener.
Nov 17, 18:02
Rangers' Ryan Jack pictured in December 2018
Ryan Jack credits Steven Gerrard and Steve Clarke for Scotland success
The Rangers and Scotland winger feels both Steven Gerrard and Steve Clarke are getting the best out of him.
Nov 17, 17:16
Rafael Nadal reacts after losing to Dominic Thiem in the ATP Finals on November 17, 2020
Rafael Nadal suffers narrow defeat to Dominic Thiem
Dominic Thiem won two tie-breaks in the match at The O2.
Nov 17, 16:54
England's Jack Grealish in action against Wales in an international friendly on October 8, 2020
Gareth Southgate: 'Jack Grealish thrives under pressure'
The Aston Villa captain has emerged as a key player during the current international break.
Nov 17, 16:50
Liverpool's Jordan Henderson lifts the trophy as they celebrate after winning the Club World Cup on December 21, 2019
FIFA Club World Cup delayed until February 2021
The tournament will still be played in Qatar but has been moved from its original dates in December.
Nov 17, 16:49
Scotland manager Steve Clarke pictured on November 15, 2020
Steve Clarke warns Scotland against standing still
Scotland are out to end their Nations UEFA Nations League campaign with a win in Israel on Wednesday.
Nov 17, 16:48
Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough pictured on September 7, 2020
Ian Baraclough insists Northern Ireland unaffected by threat of relegation
Romania are expected to be handed over a walkover win by UEFA's disciplinary body - a decision which would condemn Northern Ireland to the drop.
Nov 17, 16:47
England's Harry Kane in action with Belgium's Toby Alderweireld in the UEFA Nations League on November 15, 2020
The key talking points ahead of England's final Nations League game
Gareth Southgate's side will have a four-month break after the Nations League clash on Wednesday.
Nov 17, 16:46
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