Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Ireland player returns negative Covid-19 test hours after testing positive
Ireland have been beset by coronavirus issues over the last few days.
Oct 12, 19:46
Celtic's Hatem Abd Elhamed in Europa League action against Lazio's Jony on October 24, 2019
Celtic "disappointed and frustrated" after Elhamed tests positive for Covid-19
The Hoops defender has to enter a 13-day period of isolation and will miss Saturday's Old Firm clash with Rangers at Parkhead.
Oct 12, 19:01
LeBron James celebrates his fourth NBA Championship success on October 12, 2020
Monday's sporting social: Global stars celebrate Los Angeles Lakers' NBA title
LeBron James and Anthony Davis helped the Lakers to their 17th NBA title after a 4-2 series win against the Miami Heat.
Oct 12, 18:59
Watford's Craig Dawson celebrates scoring against Leicester on June 20, 2020
Craig Dawson joins West Ham United from Watford on season-long loan
Craig Dawson made 184 Premier League appearances for the Hornets.
Oct 12, 18:26
Rangers manager Steven Gerrard pictured on September 24, 2020
Steven Gerrard will not face SFA action after referee criticism case "not proved"
The Rangers manager will not face a touchline ban for Saturday's trip to Celtic Park.
Oct 12, 17:54
David Brooks in action for Bournemouth on July 26, 2020
Wales without injured David Brooks for Bulgaria match
David Brooks was a second-half substitute in Sunday's goalless draw against the Republic of Ireland in Dublin.
Oct 12, 17:53
Paul Hanlon in action for Hibernian on April 21, 2018
Hibernian defender Paul Hanlon called into Scotland squad
The Hibernian defender replaces the injured Liam Cooper for Wednesday's clash with the Czech Republic.
Oct 12, 17:52
Jordan Larmour in action for Ireland on August 24, 2019
Jordan Larmour ruled out of Ireland's remaining Six Nations games
The full-back was withdrawn injured during Leinster's PRO14 win at Benetton on Saturday.
Oct 12, 17:50
Rafael Nadal celebrates with the French Open trophy after beating Novak Djokovic on October 11, 2020
Andy Murray: 'Rafael Nadal's French Open haul arguably best achievement in sport'
Rafael Nadal defeated Novak Djokovic in dominant fashion in the final in Paris.
Oct 12, 17:49
Scotland's Finn Russell pictured on March 16, 2019
Gregor Townsend opens up on renewed relationship with Finn Russell
Finn Russell has been recalled to the Scotland squad ahead of the autumn international series after a reconciliation with his former Glasgow coach.
Oct 12, 17:47
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David Baldwin to stand down as EFL chief executive
David Baldwin was confirmed as the permanent successor to Shaun Harvey in December last year.
Oct 12, 17:45
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp watches on as his side are beaten by Aston Villa on October 4, 2020
Young fan "completely blown away" by Jurgen Klopp's touching letter
Lewis Balfe, 11, wrote to the Reds boss to explain his worries about starting a new school.
Oct 12, 17:45
Scotland manager Steve Clarke pictured on September 4, 2020
Steve Clarke puts Scotland run down to change of system
Scotland are now seven games undefeated.
Oct 12, 15:45
Southampton's Michael Obafemi celebrates scoring their first goal on August 27, 2019
Michael Obafemi challenged to prove he can hack it for club and country
The 20-year-old Southampton striker was disappointed to miss out on Stephen Kenny's squad last month.
Oct 12, 15:43
Kilmarnock manager Alex Dyer pictured on August 22, 2020
Kilmarnock set to decide if Betfred Cup tie against Dunfermline will go ahead
Manager Alex Dyer says he has six senior players available at the moment.
Oct 12, 14:18
Rafael Nadal celebrates with the French Open trophy after beating Novak Djokovic on October 11, 2020
A statistical look at Rafael Nadal's French Open dominance
Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer each have 20 grand slam men's singles titles.
Oct 12, 14:17
Rick Parry pictured in October 2019
Downing Street condemn "backroom dealing" behind Project Big Picture
The plans, if adopted, would represent the most significant changes to English football in a quarter of a century.
Oct 12, 14:16
Rob Baxter pictured on May 18, 2019
Champions Cup final: A closer look at Exeter Chiefs' remarkable rise
The success story is one of the finest to unfold in English rugby history.
Oct 12, 14:14
Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Eifel Grand Prix on October 11, 2020
Lewis Hamilton aims thinly-veiled dig at Sir Jackie Stewart
Sir Jackie Stewart said he could never regard Lewis Hamilton among F1's greatest drivers.
Oct 12, 14:12
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured on September 24, 2020
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp sends heart-warming letter to young supporter
Reds supporter Lewis Balfe was having concerns about moving to a new school.
Oct 12, 14:11
Rick Parry pictured in October 2019
Project Big Picture: A closer look at EFL chairman Rick Parry
Rick Parry has served as chief executive of the Premier League and Liverpool and is now chairman of the EFL.
Oct 12, 14:10
Finn Russell pictured for Scotland in October 2019
Finn Russell, Richie Gray back in Scotland squad for autumn internationals
Both players have been named in Gregor Townsend's 40-man squad.
Oct 12, 14:09
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich pictured in December 2015
Project Big Picture: A timeline of the Premier League's evolution
The Premier League was established in 1992.
Oct 12, 12:54
Rafael Nadal celebrates with the French Open trophy after beating Novak Djokovic on October 11, 2020
Five things we learned from 2020 French Open
Rafael Nadal and Iga Swiatek were crowned champions.
Oct 12, 12:53
Brighton and Hove Albion striker Aaron Connolly celebrates scoring against Newcastle United on September 20, 2020
Brighton striker Aaron Connolly back in Republic of Ireland squad
The 20-year-old was withdrawn hours before kick-off in Bratislava.
Oct 12, 12:53
Paul Scholes is unveiled as the new Oldham Athletic manager on February 11, 2019
Paul Scholes takes over as Salford City boss on temporary basis
The part-owner and former Manchester United star will fill in after Graham Alexander's exit.
Oct 12, 12:50
Forest Green Rovers chairman Dale Vince pictured in November 2019
Dale Vince: 'Project Big Picture could gain support if PL majority vote kept'
The Forest Green chairman believes the proposals could be viewed as a 'power grab'.
Oct 12, 11:31
Novak Djokovic celebrates after beating Stefanos Tsitsipas to reach the French Open final on October 9, 2020
Novak Djokovic: "I will keep on going as long as I have fuel in my legs"
The Serb wants to emulate Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.
Oct 12, 11:27
Pakistan head coach Mickey Arthur pictured on June 3, 2019
Sri Lanka coach Mickey Arthur "really positive" about hosting England next year
The tour was abandoned in March due to the pandemic and could be staged in January.
Oct 12, 11:08
England manager Gareth Southgate pictured on September 8, 2020
Gareth Southgate treating Denmark game like a tournament fixture
England host the Danes on Wednesday after beating Belgium 2-1 on Sunday.
Oct 12, 11:07
Wales striker Kieffer Moore in action against Finland in the UEFA Nations League on September 3, 2020
Ryan Giggs warns Kieffer Moore to wise up to European referees
The Cardiff striker has been booked twice in three Nations League games.
Oct 12, 10:45
Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough pictured on September 4, 2020
Ian Baraclough admits Northern Ireland suffered from "fear factor" against Austria
The Green and White Army were beaten at home by Austria on Sunday.
Oct 12, 10:10
Stuart Carrington pictured at the UK Championship in November 2015
Stuart Carrington forced to pull out of English Open after positive coronavirus test
Stuart Carrington withdraws in Milton Keynes after positive coronavirus test
Oct 12, 10:08
Rick Parry pictured in October 2019
EFL chief Rick Parry: 'Man Utd, Liverpool are not trying to enrich themselves'
Rick Parry and the top Premier League clubs are behind a plan which would bring about the most significant changes in English football for a generation.
Oct 12, 10:05
Dara O'Shea in Premier League action for West Bromwich Albion on September 26, 2020
West Brom defender Dara O'Shea eyes first Republic of Ireland cap
The defender was preparing for an Under-21s qualifier when he got the call.
Oct 12, 09:49
Celtic's Hatem Abd Elhamed in Europa League action against Lazio's Jony on October 24, 2019
Celtic hit with more coronavirus disruption ahead of Rangers clash
The Israel defender felt unwell after playing in his country's 2-1 defeat by the Czech Republic.
Oct 12, 09:46
Marcus Rashford scores a penalty for England against Belgium in the Nations League on October 11, 2020
Marcus Rashford: 'Victory over Belgium will do a lot for England's confidence'
The Manchester United striker scored from the penalty spot in England's come-from-behind 2-1 win.
Oct 12, 09:05
Tyson Fury in action on February 22, 2020
Tyson Fury has "moved on" from prospect of facing Deontay Wilder
Tyson Fury is also expected to face Anthony Joshua next year.
Oct 12, 09:02
Mark Palios pictured in January 2019
PFA to fund weekly coronavirus checks for EFL clubs
Experts from the Sports Grounds Safety Authority will visit EFL training and match venues.
Oct 12, 08:08
Sergio Aguero celebrates scoring for Man City in the EFL Cup final on March 1, 2020
Monday's papers: Sergio Aguero, Facundo Pellistri, Daniel Sturridge
West Ham have reportedly drawn the ire of Bournemouth after a move for Josh King.
Oct 12, 08:06
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