Ben Chilwell in action for Leicester on February 1, 2020
Friday's papers: Ben Chilwell, Kieran Tierney, Virgil van Dijk
Ben Chilwell and Kieran Tierney are making headlines on Friday.
Jun 5, 06:09
Jonny Clayton pictured in 2015
Nathan Aspinall, Jonny Clayton through as Rob Cross crashes out in semi-finals
There were straight shoot-outs in the final two round-robin matches.
Jun 5, 05:53
Mark Selby pictured in January 2016
Mark Selby dumped out of Championship League as in-form Liang Wenbo progresses
Day four of the Championship League saw three-time World Champion Mark Selby lose out.
Jun 5, 05:52
Joe Calzaghe celebrates beating Rick Thornberry in 1999
On this day: Joe Calzaghe retains WBO super-middleweight title
The Welshman laboured to victory over Rick Thornberry.
Jun 5, 05:52
Novak Djokovic at the French Open on June 3, 2019
On this day: Novak Djokovic completes career Grand Slam
The Serbian came from a set down to beat Andy Murray in the French Open final.
Jun 5, 05:47
England's Ben Stokes celebrates his century on January 17, 2020
England cricket highlights return to BBC television for first time since 1998
Televised Test action returns to the station for the first time since 1998.
Jun 4, 22:03
Bill Sweeney pictured in February 2018
RFU chief Bill Sweeney insists that any Six Nations changes will be temporary
A home-and-away format is one of several options under consideration if the autumn internationals cannot go ahead as planned.
Jun 4, 21:16
LeBron James in action for the Lakers on March 8, 2020
NBA approves 2019-20 restart for the end of July
Each of the 22 returning teams will play eight "seeding games" and will be combined with the regular-season results to complete the play-offs.
Jun 4, 20:43
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
MLS clubs given green light to start training
The American league has been suspended since March.
Jun 4, 20:35
Tereza Martincova pictured in August 2019
Tereza Martincova advances into final of LiveScore Cup in Prague
Two wins prove enough for world number 133.
Jun 4, 20:34
Salford Red Devils coach Ian Watson on October 7, 2019
Salford sign hooker Andy Ackers from Toronto Wolfpack
The 26-year-old has linked up again with Red Devils head coach Ian Watson, who he worked with at Swinton.
Jun 4, 18:24
Manchester United's Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring their second goal with Jesse Lingard on December 28, 2019
Rashford provides more support for children - what sports stars did on Thursday
Everton and England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford continued to prepare for the Premier League's imminent return with training drills with his father.
Jun 4, 17:58
Daniel Levy pictured in the Spurs stands on December 23, 2019
Coronavirus latest: Neutral PL venues agreed as GB boxers return to training
Neutral venues will be used to help finish the Premier League season, while the door opens for some of GB's elite boxers.
Jun 4, 17:58
Chris Brunt celebrates scoring for West Bromwich Albion on December 29, 2018
Chris Brunt to leave West Bromwich Albion after 13 years
Chris Brunt joined West Brom from Sheffield Wednesday in 2007.
Jun 4, 16:50
Liverpool's Adam Lallana in action with Everton's Richarlison in the FA Cup on January 5, 2020
Project Restart: What was agreed in Thursday's meeting over Premier League return?
Premier League clubs discussed a number of issues when they gathered remotely on Thursday.
Jun 4, 16:49
Dan Evans in action at the Australian Open on January 20, 2020
British number one Dan Evans: 'I hated myself during 12-month drug ban'
The 30-year-old has turned things around since his return to the game and currently sits at a career-high 28 in the rankings.
Jun 4, 16:49
Rotherham chairman Tony Stewart pictured in 2014
Rotherham chairman believes 15 League One clubs will vote to end season
A meeting is set for Tuesday.
Jun 4, 16:46
Rory Burns in action for England on December 29, 2019
England opener Rory Burns expecting "stiff test" from West Indies
A three-match series between the teams will take place in July, subject to final approval from the Government.
Jun 4, 16:44
Liverpool's Joe Gomez in action with Everton's Dominic Calvert-Lewin in the FA Cup on January 5, 2020
Project Restart: Premier League clubs agree in principle to neutral venue plan
Games could be moved at the request of emergency services or in the event of a localised lockdown.
Jun 4, 16:43
Daniel Levy pictured in the Spurs stands on December 23, 2019
Tottenham Hotspur take out £175m loan to help survive coronavirus crisis
Spurs qualified for a Covid Corporate Financing Facility.
Jun 4, 16:41
Lauren Price pictured in July 2019
Elite GB boxers to resume training under strict protocols in Sheffield next week
Returning boxers, who will be accompanied by four coaches and sport science staff, will be required to socially distance at all times.
Jun 4, 16:40
General view of Aberdeen's Pittodrie Stadium from 2008
Scottish Championship clubs aiming to play full season from October
Additional midweek games late in the campaign would allow the division to offset a later than normal start.
Jun 4, 16:37
Odsonne Edouard celebrates scoring for Celtic on August 22, 2019
Celtic's Odsonne Edouard "frustrated" to miss out on 30-goal target
Odsonne Edouard had scored 23 goals before the Premiership season was cancelled.
Jun 4, 16:37
England head coach Eddie Jones pictured in March 2020
Six Nations 2021 to be played on a home-and-away basis?
RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney is making contingency plans if the usual calendar cannot go ahead.
Jun 4, 16:35
 New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) reacts after a touchdown throw in the third quarter against the Indianapolis Colts at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on December 17, 2019
Drew Brees apologises after backlash to criticism of NFL kneeling protests
Drew Brees suggested kneeling during the national anthem would be "disrespecting the flag" of the United States.
Jun 4, 16:34
Rafael Nadal in action at the Australian Open on January 27, 2020
Rafael Nadal unwilling to travel abroad for tennis tournaments
The Spaniard feels the time to come back is when all players worldwide can travel.
Jun 4, 13:15
Generic cricket image
Richard Gleeson's remarkable rise: From cleaning maggots to England hopeful
The 32-year-old did not play first-class cricket until he was 27.
Jun 4, 13:14
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
SFA chief looking for every level of Scottish football to return ASAP
The governing body has approved the return of training for Premiership clubs from June 11.
Jun 4, 13:12
Dennis Bergkamp for Arsenal
PFA Players' Player of the Year 1998: Dennis Bergkamp
The Dutch forward helped Arsenal to the league ad FA Cup double in the 1997-98 campaign.
Jun 4, 13:11
Ryan Giggs pictured in 2008
PFA Players' Player of the Year 2009: Ryan Giggs
Ryan Giggs made a club record 963 appearances for United.
Jun 4, 13:11
England's Joe Root celebrates reaching his half century on January 26, 2020
Peter Moores hails Joe Root's determination to continue improving
The former England head coach is relishing working with England's Test captain again.
Jun 4, 13:09
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured on February 29, 2020
Project Restart: Premier League clubs to be allowed five subs per game
Changes to rules will cater for increased workload.
Jun 4, 13:07
Oliver Dowden pictured in March 2020
Oliver Dowden tells football to "look after itself"
Former DCMS chair Damian Collins says there are only a few weeks to save professional football as we know it in England.
Jun 4, 10:54
Dan Carter pictured in June 2018
All Blacks legend Dan Carter returns to New Zealand domestic rugby
The 38-year-old fly-half, capped 112 times by New Zealand, was a free agent.
Jun 4, 10:54
Ben Te'o pictured in May 2019
England's Ben Te'o switches back to rugby league with Brisbane Broncos
Ben Te'o missed out on England selection for the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
Jun 4, 10:09
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
Out-of-contract Kelvin Mellor believes salary cap would help to protect players
The 29-year-old has been released by Bradford.
Jun 4, 08:20
Charlton Athletic striker Lyle Taylor pictured in August 2019
Lyle Taylor reveals reason behind refusing to play for Charlton
The 30-year-old striker fears an injury during the resumption could end hopes of playing at a higher level.
Jun 4, 08:19
General view of Ibrox Stadium, home to Rangers, from May 2015
Rangers chief hints at "small crowds" when Scottish league resumes in August
Locked-out fans will have access to virtual season tickets.
Jun 4, 07:51
Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho pictured in February 2020
Thursday's papers: Jadon Sancho, Man Utd trio, Neymar
Jadon Sancho and Chris Smalling feature in today's football transfer gossip.
Jun 4, 07:50
Famalicao players celebrate after scoring against Porto on June 3, 2020
Porto suffer shock defeat to Famalicao on return to action
The home side regained the lead ahead after Jesus Corona equalised in the 74th minute.
Jun 4, 07:47
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