Everton boss Rafael Benitez pictured on August 7, 2021
'You always want to improve' - Rafael Benitez expects more from Everton
The Spaniard says he likes 'the team spirit and mentality' of his players.
Aug 23, 14:51
Andy Murray waves to the crowd after being knocked out of Wimbledon on July 2, 2021
Andy Murray may struggle with five-set matches at US Open, says Tim Henman
Former world number one Andy Murray pulled out of the Tokyo Olympics singles event last month with a thigh injury.
Aug 23, 14:46
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Joe Root says pain of former Yorkshire team-mate Azeem Rafiq is 'hard to see'
The England captain has urged everyone involved in cricket to make the game more inclusive.
Aug 23, 14:44
Robbie Keane pictured for Republic of Ireland
On this day in 2016: Robbie Keane announced his international retirement
Robbie Keane scored against Oman in his final game.
Aug 23, 14:27
Brian Deane of Middlesbrough holds off the challenge from Philip Neville of Manchester United during the FA Carling Premiership match against Manchester United played at Old Trafford in Manchester, England
Football has duty to look after former players with dementia, says Brian Deane
Head for Change has called for an ongoing fund to be established to support the care of ex-professionals.
Aug 23, 14:15
Wolves' Adama Traore lathers up on February 27, 2021
Tottenham interested in Wolves winger Adama Traore but are yet to make a move
Spurs boss Nuno Espirito Santo is an admirer of the 25-year-old.
Aug 23, 14:08
A general golf shot from the 2016 British Open at Royal Troon
Leona Maguire 'humbled' to become first Irish player to compete in Solheim Cup
Catriona Matthew also selected AIG Women's Open contenders Madelene Sagstrom and Nanna Koerstz Madsen for the biennial contest against the United States.
Aug 23, 14:00
Brighton & Hove Albion's Neal Maupay celebrates scoring their second goal against Watford in the Premier League on August 21, 2021
Brighton buoyed by Neal Maupay's swift recovery from shoulder injury
The Frenchman, hurt in the weekend win over Watford, could be fit for Saturday's meeting with Everton.
Aug 23, 13:57
Joe Root in action for England in August 2021
Joe Root remains upbeat despite Mark Wood joining England's lengthy injury list
The Durham quick misses the third Test against India, starting at Headingley on Wednesday, due to a shoulder injury.
Aug 23, 13:50
Brandon Williams in action for Manchester United in the Europa League on February 25, 2021
Manchester United defender Brandon Williams joins Norwich on season-long loan
The full-back could be in contention to make his debut in the Carabao Cup tie against Bournemouth.
Aug 23, 13:48
Charlotte Edwards pictured in August 2015
ECB hoping to 'migrate' new audiences from The Hundred to other formats
The inaugural event wrapped up at Lord's at the weekend with a double-header of men's and women's finals.
Aug 23, 13:48
Duncan Scott poses with his silver medal on July 30, 2021
Duncan Scott setting sights higher after record-breaking Tokyo Olympics
The 24-year-old Scot became the first Briton to win four medals at a single Games.
Aug 23, 12:04
Arsenal's Granit Xhaka and Ben White look dejected after Brentford's Christian Norgaard scored their second goal on August 13, 2021
Arsenal motivated by criticism after two opening defeats - Granit Xhaka
The Gunners lost 2-0 at home to Chelsea on Sunday.
Aug 23, 11:48
Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo pictured in action on August 22, 2021
Where next for Cristiano Ronaldo if he leaves Juventus?
The likes of Paris St Germain and Manchester City are possible destinations.
Aug 23, 11:37
Medal winner Ellie Simmonds pictured in 2016
Ellie Simmonds and John Stubbs to be GB flagbearers for opening ceremony
The Tokyo Paralympics curtain raiser takes place on Tuesday.
Aug 23, 11:30
Tymal Mills poses for a portrait during the Sussex County Cricket Photocall at BrightonandHoveJobs.com County Ground on April 9, 2015
Tymal Mills surprised at being namechecked by Eoin Morgan after Hundred success
Tymal Mills will now shift his attentions towards helping Sussex in the Vitality Blast.
Aug 23, 11:20
Tottenham Hotspur's Oliver Skipp pictured in July 2020
Tottenham midfielder Oliver Skipp hopes to have caught Gareth Southgate's eye
The England manager was at Molineux to see Spurs beat Wolves 1-0 on Sunday.
Aug 23, 11:00
Manchester City midfielder David Silva in action during the Premier League clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers on January 14, 2019
Man City to install statues of Vincent Kompany and David Silva outside ground
A sculpture of Sergio Aguero is set to be added next year.
Aug 23, 10:01
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Chef de mission Penny Briscoe says ParalympicsGB mood is 'extraordinary'
The Games get under way with the opening ceremony on Tuesday.
Aug 23, 09:58
Arsenal's Granit Xhaka and Ben White look dejected after Brentford's Christian Norgaard scored their second goal on August 13, 2021
Two games into the new season and Arsenal's problems are already mounting
The Gunners have lost their opening two matches and have players missing through injury and illness.
Aug 23, 09:55
Mark Wood pictured in January 2020
Injury rules Mark Wood out of England's third Test against India
England have seen their pace attack further depleted by Mark Wood's setback.
Aug 23, 09:36
Tottenham Hotspur's Harry Kane pictured on August 22, 2021
Nuno Espirito Santo hails 'amazing' Spurs fans following Harry Kane reception
Harry Kane returned to the Tottenham side as a second-half substitute in the win over Wolves.
Aug 23, 09:24
Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba pictured in action against Leeds United in the Premier League on August 14, 2021
Paul Pogba frustrated by Manchester United's draw at Southampton
Mason Greenwood cancelled out Che Adams' strike deflected in off Fred.
Aug 23, 09:00
England's Kalvin Phillips in action against Croatia at Euro 2020 on June 13, 2021
Kalvin Phillips targets World Cup glory after starring for England at Euro 2020
The Three Lions resume their World Cup qualifiers with three matches early next month.
Aug 23, 08:00
A general golf shot from the 2016 British Open at Royal Troon
Leona Maguire handed wild card to become first Irish Solheim Cup player
Catriona Matthew also selected AIG Women's Open contenders Madelene Sagstrom and Nanna Koerstz Madsen.
Aug 23, 07:31
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Refugee Paralympic Team want to send 'message of hope' to people of Afghanistan
Thousands of Afghans have scrambled to leave their home nation after the Taliban seized back control.
Aug 23, 06:47
Tottenham Hotspur's Harry Kane pictured on August 22, 2021
Football rumours: Manchester City prepare final offer for Harry Kane
Tottenham are looking to offload Tanguy Ndombele.
Aug 23, 06:18
Vincent Kompany waves during his testimonial on September 11, 2019
Manchester City to unveil statues of David Silva and Vincent Kompany
A third statue - of Sergio Aguero - is set to join them next year.
Aug 23, 05:30
Solly March in action for Brighton on August 12, 2019
Solly March signs new Brighton deal
The 27-year-old has made 188 league appearances for the Seagulls.
Aug 23, 05:06
Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring against Arsenal in the Premier League on August 22, 2021
The sporting weekend in pictures
The Oval Invincibles won the Women's Hundred, while the Southern Brave took the men's version.
Aug 23, 04:00
Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo pictured in action on August 22, 2021
Ronaldo and Bale catch the eye but neither Juventus nor Real Madrid manage a win
Nice's home match with Marseille in Ligue 1 was abandoned after home fans entered the pitch.
Aug 22, 22:29
Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers gives instructions to his players on August 7, 2021
Brendan Rodgers says star players opting to stay is sign of Leicester's progress
Harvey Barnes signed a new four-year contract with the Foxes this week.
Aug 22, 21:30
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on August 3, 2021
Pep Guardiola still unsure whether Manchester City will buy striker this summer
With Sergio Aguero leaving for Barcelona at the end of his contract, City are light on options up front.
Aug 22, 21:30
Crystal Palace manager Patrick Vieira pictured in July 2021
Conor Gallagher chose Palace loan for chance to learn from Patrick Vieira
The 21-year-old Chelsea midfielder picked the Eagles ahead of Leeds.
Aug 22, 21:30
West Ham United manager David Moyes applauds the fans at the end of the match on August 7, 2021
David Moyes backs Michail Antonio to break West Ham goalscoring record
Michail Antonio is currently level with former Hammers favourite Paolo Di Canio on 47 Premier League goals.
Aug 22, 21:30
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta reacts on August 13, 2021
Graeme Souness predicts 'painful trip' ahead for Mikel Arteta's Arsenal
Former Gunners defender Sol Campbell questioned if the bite had left his old club.
Aug 22, 19:44
Anna Nordqvist of Sweden plays her tee shot at the par 4, 2nd hole during the final round of the 2015 KPMG Women's PGA Championship on the West Course at Westchester Country Club on June 14, 2015
Anna Nordqvist lands third major title with Carnoustie victory
The Swede prevailed in a dramatic finale to the AIG Women's Open.
Aug 22, 19:19
Arsenal's Pablo Mari in action with Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku in the Premier League on August 22, 2021
5 things we learned from this weekend's Premier League action
Romelu Lukaku did not need long to score his first goal after returning to Chelsea.
Aug 22, 18:35
Anna Nordqvist of Sweden plays her tee shot at the par 4, 2nd hole during the final round of the 2015 KPMG Women's PGA Championship on the West Course at Westchester Country Club on June 14, 2015
Sweden's Anna Nordqvist triumphs at AIG Women's Open to clinch third major title
The 34-year-old finished a shot ahead of compatriot Madelene Sagstrom, England's Georgia Hall and American Lizette Salas.
Aug 22, 18:10
Cristiano Ronaldo in action for Portugal in June 2021
Cristiano Ronaldo on the bench as Juventus start their Serie A campaign
Italy's top flight action started this weekend.
Aug 22, 17:50
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