Tommy Makinson of St Helens pictured in August 2020
Tommy Makinson facing eight-match ban for grabbing opponent's testicles
The St Helens winger has been charged with 'other contrary behaviour' over the incident which occurred during the win over Castleford on Saturday.
Aug 17, 15:50
Luke Amos pictured for Queens Park Rangers in July 2020
Luke Amos joins QPR on permanent deal from Tottenham
The 23-year-old made his solitary appearance for Spurs off the bench at Newcastle in 2018.
Aug 17, 15:48
Manchester City midfielder David Silva pictured on July 18, 2020
David Silva to be honoured with Etihad Stadium statue by Manchester City
David Silva made 436 appearances for the club and won four Premier League titles, five League Cups and two FA Cups after signing from Valencia in 2010.
Aug 17, 15:45
Nigeria midfielder John Obi Mikel in action during the 2018 World Cup
Stoke sign former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel
The former Nigeria international spent 11 years at Stamford Bridge.
Aug 17, 15:44
West Bromwich Albion's Matheus Pereira celebrates scoring their second goal on November 27, 2019
West Brom confirm permanent deal for Matheus Pereira
Matheus Pereira helped West Brom to promotion back to the Premier League.
Aug 17, 15:43
Celtic manager Neil Lennon pictured on August 9, 2020
Neil Lennon disappointed with Celtic coronavirus charge but willing to accept it
The SPFL opened disciplinary proceedings against the club following Boli Bolingoli's actions.
Aug 17, 14:16
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on July 15, 2020
What next for Arsenal after Raul Sanllehi departure?
Mikel Arteta and Edu are now charged with making the footballing decisions at the club.
Aug 17, 14:15
A general shot of Wigan Athletic's DW Stadium take on July 1, 2020
Wigan owner enquired about administration before completing takeover
The Latics will play in League One next season after being deducted 12 points for going into administration.
Aug 17, 14:14
Simona Halep celebrates winning Wimbledon on July 13, 2019
World number two Simona Halep pulls out of US Open
The Romanian follows the likes of Rafael Nadal, Ashleigh Barty and Bianca Andreescu in pulling out.
Aug 17, 14:13
A general shot of a rain delay at the Ageas Bowl on August 17, 2020 as England take on Pakistan
England-Pakistan second Test set to resume at 3.20pm on day five
Only 96.2 overs were possible over the first four days at the Ageas Bowl.
Aug 17, 14:12
An upset Lionel Messi on July 16, 2020
Lionel Messi: What does the future hold for Barcelona's talisman?
Lionel Messi has yet to agree a new contract with Barcelona, with one year remaining on his deal.
Aug 17, 14:11
Joe Lewis in action for Aberdeen on December 2, 2018
Joe Lewis insists Aberdeen are ready for four games in 11 days
The Dons had three matches postponed after eight players were ordered to self-isolate after two of them tested positive for Covid-19.
Aug 17, 12:42
Saint-Etienne defender William Saliba, on loan from Arsenal, pictured in February 2020
Martin Keown urges Arsenal fans not to expect too much from William Saliba
William Saliba was a £27million signing from Saint-Etienne last summer.
Aug 17, 12:41
Manchester United captain Harry Maguire pictured during the Europa League semi-final against Sevilla on August 16, 2020
Harry Maguire: 'Manchester United players devastated by Europa League exit'
Manchester United became the first ever top-flight English side to lose semi-finals in three different competitions within the same season on Sunday.
Aug 17, 12:39
A shredded Lionel Messi on August 8, 2020
Lionel Messi's career highs and lows amid doubts over Barcelona future
There are question marks over Lionel Messi's future following Barca's Champions League embarrassment.
Aug 17, 12:39
James Ward-Prowse celebrates scoring for Southampton on November 30, 2019
James Ward-Prowse signs new five-year contract at Southampton
The midfielder made his Saints debut in October 2011 and has gone on to make 278 appearances.
Aug 17, 12:36
A general shot of a rain delay at the Ageas Bowl on August 17, 2020 as England take on Pakistan
Weather delays play again on day five of second Test between England, Pakistan
Only 96.2 overs have been possible so far in the match.
Aug 17, 11:05
Vincent Kompany waves during his testimonial on September 11, 2019
Vincent Kompany retires, takes over as full-time Anderlecht coach
The former Belgium defender had a glittering 11-year career at Manchester City.
Aug 17, 11:02
Lewis Hamilton celebrates after winning the Spanish Grand Prix on August 16, 2020
Alain Prost backs Lewis Hamilton to rewrite F1 history books
Hamilton is on course to match Schumacher's seven crowns this season.
Aug 17, 10:50
Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley pictured in January 2020
New bidders at "advanced stage" in talks for Newcastle United takeover
The Paris-based group is understood to have offered £280million.
Aug 17, 10:49
Joe Hart in action for Burnley on January 4, 2020
Former England number one Joe Hart undergoing medical with Tottenham Hotspur
The former England number one is undergoing a medical.
Aug 17, 10:47
Ronnie O'Sullivan pictured in 2016
Six-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan plays down I'm a Celebrity talk
'The Rocket' has no interest in eating bugs as he looks to land more titles.
Aug 17, 10:19
General view of Sheffield Wednesday's Hillsborough Stadium taken August 2018
EFL wanted 12-point Sheffield Wednesday deduction imposed for 2019-20 season
An independent panel ruled the deduction would apply for the 2020-21 season.
Aug 17, 09:40
Dai Davies pictured in 2008
Former Everton, Wales keeper Dai Davies diagnosed with cancer of the pancreas
He is his country's third most-capped goalkeeper.
Aug 17, 09:39
Ronnie O'Sullivan pictured in February 2016
Snooker's leading triple crown champions as Ronnie O'Sullivan extends lead
The Rocket's Sheffield success takes his title tally to 20.
Aug 17, 08:06
A shredded Lionel Messi on August 8, 2020
Monday's papers: Lionel Messi, Lewis Dunk, Ben Chilwell
Lionel Messi could be on his way to Manchester City, in one of the most momentous transfers of recent years.
Aug 17, 07:40
Ronnie O'Sullivan pictured in 2016
Ronnie O'Sullivan reveals he watched TV instead of practising during World Champs
Ronnie O'Sullivan's victory pulled him level with Steve Davis and Ray Reardon on six world crowns and one behind Stephen Hendry on the all-time list.
Aug 17, 07:38
Lewis Hamilton celebrates after winning the Spanish Grand Prix on August 16, 2020
Lewis Hamilton: 'Breaking Micheal Schumacher record is beyond my dreams'
The Briton broke Michael Schumacher's podium record through another win in Spain on Sunday.
Aug 17, 07:36
Rangers's Joe Aribo celebrates scoring against St Johnstone in the Scottish Premiership on August 12, 2020
Steven Gerrard optimistic over Joe Aribo fitness for Kilmarnock clash
The Light Blues playmaker was badly missed by his side as they laboured to a goalless draw at Livingston.
Aug 17, 07:35
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured on August 16, 2020
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer calls for Man Utd signings after more semi-final heartbreak
Manchester United became the first Premier League side to lose three semi-finals in one season with their defeat to Sevilla in the Europa League.
Aug 17, 07:33
French players refuse to take part in training at the 2010 World Cup after NicolasAnelka is sent home
On this day in 2010: Nicolas Anelka hit by 18-match ban after World Cup row
The striker, with Chelsea at the time, was disciplined for his part in the internal strife.
Aug 17, 07:29
Paula Radcliffe in tears after finishing the marathon at the 2008 Olympics
Picture of the day: Paula Radcliffe suffers Olympic heartache again in 2008
Paula Radcliffe's brave bid faltered after halfway when she was struck by cramp in her calves as her disrupted preparations caught up with her.
Aug 17, 07:20
Sevilla players celebrate Suso's goal against Manchester United on August 16, 2020
Wasteful Manchester United crash out as Sevilla reach Europa League final
Spanish side come from behind to sink Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men in Cologne.
Aug 16, 21:12
Sam Horsfield pictured in October 2018
Sam Horsfield claims second title in three weeks at Celtic Classic
The Englishman's win takes him inside the world's top 100 and seals his place in next month's US Open.
Aug 16, 20:52
Ronnie O'Sullivan pictured in 2016
Ronnie O'Sullivan insists he is not chasing World Championship record
'The Rocket' says he is not driven by matching Stephen Hendry's record of seven titles after latest Crucible success.
Aug 16, 20:51
Kei Nishikori in action at Wimbledon on July 2, 2019
Kei Nishikori faces US Open fitness race after positive Covid-19 test
The 30-year-old was due to play in Cincinnati.
Aug 16, 20:50
Bournemouth's Simon Francis pictured in February 2020
Out-of-contract duo Simon Francis, Andrew Surman leave Bournemouth
The pair played key roles in the club's rise to the Premier League.
Aug 16, 20:49
Rangers defender Filip Helander gets a shot away in the Scottish Premiership clash with Livingston on August 16, 2020
Scottish Premiership: Five things we learned this weekend
Rangers were held to a goalless stalemate by Livingston.
Aug 16, 19:54
Ronnie O'Sullivan pictured in 2016
Ronnie O'Sullivan credits Joe Davis as inspiration for sixth world title victory
Ronnie O'Sullivan and Joe Davis are widely regarded as the greatest players of their respective snooker eras.
Aug 16, 19:53
Ronnie O'Sullivan pictured in 2016
World Championship: Five memorable moments from 2020 tournament
John Higgins claimed the first maximum of his Crucible career.
Aug 16, 19:51
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