James Forrest in action for Celtic on November 10, 2019
James Forrest facing further four to six weeks out with ankle injury
The Scotland winger will miss a further four to six weeks with the ankle injury.
Oct 6, 12:45
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Sale raise prospect of postponing Worcester clash amid coronavirus outbreak
Sixteen players tested positive over the weekend.
Oct 6, 12:44
Saint-Etienne defender William Saliba, on loan from Arsenal, pictured in February 2020
Arsenal defender William Saliba to join Championship club on loan?
The 19-year-old looked set to return to France on deadline day but an agreement between his former club and Arsenal did not materialise.
Oct 6, 11:34
Fans attend a pilot event during a pre-season friendly between Brighton and Chelsea at the Amex in August 2020
ECB chief says next six months are "fraught with danger" for sport
Sports clubs and governing bodies have been starved of income from spectators.
Oct 6, 10:52
Sale's Manu Tuilagi reacts after suffering an injury against Northampton Saints on September 29, 2020
Eddie Jones: England must find new attacking "focal point" without Manu Tuilagi
Sale powerhouse Manu Tuilagi faces up to six months on the sidelines after tearing his Achilles tendon.
Oct 6, 10:51
Geraint Thomas pictured in September 2020
Geraint Thomas withdraws from Giro d'Italia after fracturing pelvis
Geraint Thomas was the pre-race favourite.
Oct 6, 10:24
Josh Dasilva celebrates scoring for Brentford on July 22, 2020
Josh Dasilva pens new four-year deal with Brentford
The midfielder has made 75 appearances and scored 13 goals.
Oct 6, 10:23
Gunnersaurus vies with Dani Cabellos in February 2020
Arsenal mascot Gunnersaurus to continue matchday role once supporters return
The dinosaur mascot will continue to entertain fans upon their return to stadiums, the PA news agency understands.
Oct 6, 10:22
Watford's Danny Welbeck celebrates scoring their first goal against Swansea City on September 24, 2019
Danny Welbeck leaves Watford on free transfer
The 29-year-old joined in August 2019 following his release by Arsenal.
Oct 6, 10:21
Liverpool's Xherdan Shaqiri during the warm up before the match in November 2019
Xherdan Shaqiri becomes third Liverpool player to test positive for coronavirus
Xherdan Shaqiri follows club colleagues Thiago Alcantara and Sadio Mane in returning positive tests.
Oct 6, 10:20
Manuel Pascali of Kilmarnock during the Scottish Communities Cup Semi Final match between Ayr United and Kilmarnock at Hampden Park on January 28, 2012
Manuel Pascali reveals he rejected chance to return to Kilmarnock
The Italian made more than 200 appearances and became a fans' favourite during his spell at the club.
Oct 6, 09:40
England head coach Eddie Jones pictured in March 2020
Eddie Jones worried about losing trio of players to coronavirus
The Northampton man played against Sale last week.
Oct 6, 09:39
Hal Robson-Kanu in action for West Bromwich Albion on August 10, 2019
Hal Robson-Kanu to undergo surgery on broken arm
Hal Robson-Kanu, with three Carabao Cup goals, is the Baggies' joint top scorer this term.
Oct 6, 09:15
Hammarby's Gustav Ludwigson (l) in action with Lech Poznan's Jakub Moder (r) on September 15, 2020
Brighton bring in young Polish duo Jakub Moder, Michal Karbownik
The players have signed long-term deals but have been loaned straight back to their respective Polish clubs for the time being.
Oct 6, 07:55
David Beckham scores his famous free-kick goal for England against Greece on October 6, 2001
On this day in 2001: David Beckham scores last-gasp free kick against Greece
The Three Lions captain produced a wonderful display against Greece.
Oct 6, 07:50
Manchester City defender Eric Garcia pictured in August 2020
Tuesday's papers: Eric Garcia, Ousmane Dembele, Xherdan Shaqiri
Manchester United have reportedly already set their sights on a potential replacement for manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
Oct 6, 07:47
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes in action against New England Patriots on October 6, 2020
Patriots unable to overcome Chiefs in Cam Newton absence
Newton was ruled out after testing positive for Covid-19.
Oct 6, 07:45
Barcelona's Rafinha pictured in October 2018
Rafinha ends 14-year stay with Barcelona to join PSG
The 27-year-old heads to France from Barcelona.
Oct 6, 07:41
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek pictured in July 2020
Fulham sign "world-class" midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek on loan from Chelsea
The 24-year-old has 10 caps for England.
Oct 6, 07:40
Everton's Theo Walcott pictured in September 2020
Deadline day round-up: Manchester United announce three signings
Elsewhere, Theo Walcott returned to Southampton and Everton signed Ben Godfrey and Robin Olsen.
Oct 5, 22:40
Republic of Ireland's Callum Robinson celebrates scoring their third goal on November 14, 2019
Callum Robinson issues rallying cry to Ireland ahead of "dream" playoff tie
Ireland have had to wait since November last year for their play-off chance.
Oct 5, 22:39
AC Milan defender Diego Laxalt arrives for training in September 2020
Diego Laxalt insists his "head and heart" are at Celtic ahead of Milan reunion
The Uruguay international has signed on loan for the Scottish champions from their Europa League opponents.
Oct 5, 22:38
Wales manager Ryan Giggs pictured in September 2020
Ryan Giggs challenges Neco Williams to bounce back from online criticism
The Liverpool full-back scored the Dragons' winner against Bulgaria last month.
Oct 5, 22:36
South Africa's Bongani Zungu celebrates after scoring against Namibia on June 28, 2019
Rangers sign midfielder Bongani Zungu before transfer deadline
Gers had been linked with the 27-year-old powerhouse midfielder for much of the summer.
Oct 5, 22:36
South Africa's Bongani Zungu celebrates after scoring against Namibia on June 28, 2019
Steven Gerrard backs Bongani Zungu signing to take Rangers to next level
Gers have an option to make the 27-year-old's capture permanent next summer.
Oct 5, 22:35
Worcester Warriors director of rugby Alan Solomons pictured in 2019
Alan Solomons suggests positive Sale tests "lends credence" to cup celebrations
Sale rugby director Steve Diamond has dismissed suggestions of players partying after the cup final victory.
Oct 5, 22:32
Edinson Cavani in action for PSG on January 5, 2020
Man United steal the headlines on deadline day by signing Cavani, Telles
Edinson Cavani and Alex Telles were first-team additions at Old Trafford on a busy deadline day.
Oct 5, 22:31
Steve Diamond in charge of Sale Sharks on April 5, 2019
Sale deny claims that coronavirus outbreak was caused by partying
Sixteen players and three staff members tested positive for Covid-19.
Oct 5, 20:53
General view of Aberdeen's Pittodrie Stadium from 2008
Greg Leigh has a "big point to prove" after rejoining Aberdeen
The former Manchester City academy product has not played since fracturing his shine bone back in December.
Oct 5, 20:52
General view of McDiarmid Park, home to St Johnstone, from 2015
St Johnstone sign Israeli striker Guy Melamed
Callum Davidson is happy with his signing.
Oct 5, 20:51
Jack Wilshere in action for West Ham on October 5, 2019
Jack Wilshere hits out at lack of opportunities at West Ham following exit
The former England midfielder managed just 19 appearances for the Hammers after joining from Arsenal in 2018.
Oct 5, 20:50
Novak Djokovic celebrates winning a match at the French Open on October 5, 2020
French Open day nine: Novak Djokovic survives hitting another line judge
The story of the ninth day of action at the French Open.
Oct 5, 20:50
AC Milan defender Diego Laxalt arrives for training in September 2020
Celtic complete loan signing of AC Milan left-back Diego Laxalt
Aberdeen have re-signed left-back Greg Leigh on a short-term deal following his exit from NAC Breda.
Oct 5, 20:48
Paris Saint-Germain striker Edinson Cavani pictured in Ligue 1 action on December 11, 2019
Manchester United 'on verge of completing Edinson Cavani deal'
Chris Smalling left Old Trafford on deadline day, while Theo Walcott could return to Southampton while Everton signed Ben Godfrey from Norwich.
Oct 5, 20:30
Kilmarnock manager Alex Dyer pictured on August 22, 2020
Kilmarnock forfeit cup game against Falkirk with first team in isolation
Killie opted not to field their under-18s for the clash.
Oct 5, 18:44
General view of Almondvale Stadium, home to Livingston, from 2005
Josh Mullin returns to Livingston after proving 'irreplaceable'
Head of football operations David Martindale admitted: 'I didn't envisage Josh himself would be the one filling the void he left two years later'.
Oct 5, 18:43
Novak Djokovic celebrates winning a match at the French Open on October 5, 2020
Novak Djokovic admits "awkward deja-vu" after hitting another line judge
The Serb was sensationally disqualified from in New York last month after he hit a ball in frustration that struck a line judge in the throat.
Oct 5, 18:42
General view of Fir Park, home of Motherwell, from November 2011
Motherwell director Andrew Wilson charged over tweets criticising referee
Andrew Wilson sent messages criticising referee Bobby Madden.
Oct 5, 18:42
Gunnersaurus vies with Dani Cabellos in February 2020
Monday's sporting social: Premier League reflections and respect for mascots
Elsewhere, Ben Godfrey and Ryan Sessegnon prepared for their new challenges.
Oct 5, 18:41
St Mirren boss Jim Goodwin pictured on August 9, 2020
St Mirren "disappointed" after "reluctantly" agreeing to Kyle Magennis sale
Magennis has linked back up with Hibs boss Jack Ross.
Oct 5, 17:56
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