Oliver Dowden pictured in March 2020
Coronavirus latest: Premier League not given the green light to return yet
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden again stressed public safety must come first but is hopeful a plan can work.
May 8, 09:06
Kyle Walker in action for Manchester City on December 7, 2019
Kyle Walker claims he is being "harassed" after admitting breaking lockdown
Manchester City man has been in the headlines.
May 8, 07:37
Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho pictured in February 2020
Friday's papers: Jadon Sancho, Philippe Coutinho, Kalidou Koulibaly
Jadon Sancho might stay put for now, while Philippe Coutinho could be on his way to Newcastle, according to today's football gossip.
May 8, 07:35
Former Manchester United player Rio Ferdinand pictured in April 2019
Rio Ferdinand: 'Premier League cannot please everyone'
The season is currently suspended due to the coronavirus pandemic.
May 8, 07:33
Kansas City Chiefs celebrate winning the Super Bowl on February 2, 2020
NFL release 2020-21 schedule unaffected by coronavirus
While the league holds open the possibility of changes, it has scheduled a 17-week season starting on September 10.
May 8, 07:31
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On this day: Sir Jack Hobbs hits 100th hundred in first-class cricket
The England great scored his 100th first-class hundred.
May 8, 07:30
Jimmy Glass is mobbed by Carlisle teammates after his famous goal against Plymouth in 1999
On this day: Jimmy Glass scores one of the most dramatic goals in history
The on-loan goalkeeper saved the Cumbrians from relegation with the last kick of the season in 1999.
May 8, 07:27
Jeff Smith in action during the BDO Lakeside World Professional Darts Championships on January 10, 2015
Rob Cross shows battling qualities to win Group 21 after family bereavement
The 29-year-old claimed three consecutive wins on Thursday evening.
May 7, 21:54
General view of Ibrox Stadium, home to Rangers, from May 2015
Rangers director Stewart Robertson calls SPFL a "dictatorship"
Stewart Robertson also denied that calling for Neil Doncaster and Rod McKenzie to be suspended had been a mistake.
May 7, 21:43
Gary Mackay-Steven pictured for New York City FC in July 2019
Gary Mackay-Steven insists safety must come first in MLS
Scottish winger has mixed feelings about a comeback.
May 7, 21:42
Joe Root in action for England on January 27, 2020
Coronavirus latest: Timeline of sport's response on Thursday, May 7
England captain Joe Root is confident Test cricket will return in the summer.
May 7, 21:39
Justin Gaethje (blue gloves) defeats Donald Cerrone red gloves) during UFC Fight Night at Rogers Arena in September 2019
Justin Gaethje: 'People need UFC return'
Justin Gaethje faces Tony Ferguson on Saturday night.
May 7, 21:39
General view of Brighton & Hove Albion's Amex Stadium taken March 2015
Mark Roberts: 'Project Restart critics need to get a grip'
National Football Policing Lead Officer hits out after concerns raised about how the Premier League season is finished.
May 7, 21:38
General view of Ibrox Stadium, home to Rangers, from May 2015
Michael Stewart doubts Rangers will win dispute with SPFL
Stewart made his feelings known on Twitter.
May 7, 21:37
Billy Vunipola in action during the Champions Cup final on May 11, 2019
Saracens quintet apologise after breaking social distancing rules
Billy Vunipola, Alex Goode, Nick Isiekwe, Sean Maitland and Josh Ibuanokpe met up in St Albans.
May 7, 19:06
General view of Ibrox Stadium, home to Rangers, from May 2015
Rangers accuse SPFL of withholding vital information before vote
Dark Blues claim vital information was withheld.
May 7, 19:05
Sergio Aguero celebrates scoring for Man City in the EFL Cup final on March 1, 2020
Coronavirus latest: Sergio Aguero to make F1 bow as Liverpool donate clothes
Crystal Palace are also helping out.
May 7, 17:27
Mark Wood pictured in January 2020
England bowler Mark Wood happy to go into 'bio-secure' cricket bubble
The need for 'bio-secure' environments may lead to some extreme measures.
May 7, 17:27
General view of Manchester City's Etihad Stadium taken September 2018
Manchester City owners to build fourth training campus in Uruguay by 2021
CFG have completed similar projects in Manchester and for their Major League Soccer side New York City FC and A-League outfit Melbourne City.
May 7, 17:23
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Leah Dixon wins stage four of virtual Zwift Tour for All
Dixon's victory helped her Tibco-SVB team cement their position at the top of the standings.
May 7, 17:22
UFC president Dana White pictured in January 2020
Dana White insists UFC return is "as safe as it can possibly be"
UFC 249 takes place in Florida on Saturday night.
May 7, 17:21
Joe Root in action for England on January 27, 2020
Joe Root "very optimistic" England will be in Test action this summer
The ECB are busily planning a variety of models that would see England fixtures staged.
May 7, 17:17
Bayern Munich players celebrate Thomas Muller's goal against Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League on December 11, 2019
The key questions surrounding the return of Bundesliga action in Germany
Germany's top two tiers have been cleared to return to action on Saturday, May 16.
May 7, 17:16
Bayern Munich players celebrate Thomas Muller's goal against Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League on December 11, 2019
Bundesliga given green light to start again on May 16
The country's federal government approved restart plans on Wednesday.
May 7, 17:15
Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman on September 6, 2019
Holland boss Ronald Koeman feeling "fit as a fiddle" after heart surgery
The 57-year-old has previously managed Southampton and Everton.
May 7, 17:13
General view of Brighton & Hove Albion's Amex Stadium taken March 2015
Brighton chief insists it is not only teams at bottom who oppose neutral venues
Clubs have been told using eight to 10 neutral venues is the only way the season can be completed.
May 7, 14:35
Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder peers at the action on February 1, 2020
Chris Wilder to let Sheffield United players decide for themselves on restart
The Blades boss says he will listen to any player voicing safety concerns about playing when football resumes.
May 7, 14:33
General view of Brighton & Hove Albion's Amex Stadium taken March 2015
Brighton chief Paul Barber still against neutral venues plan
Between eight and 10 neutral venues have been proposed.
May 7, 13:04
Mitchelton-Scott rider Simon Yates of Britain wins the stage on July 18, 2019
Simon Yates could target rescheduled Tour de France
Simon Yates had planned to build his season around the Giro d'Italia but is now keeping his options open.
May 7, 13:03
Steve Bruce in 1994
Premier League title-winning captains: Steve Bruce
Steve Bruce skippered Manchester United to two Premier League titles.
May 7, 13:02
General view of Macclesfield Town's Moss Rose from 2014
Macclesfield drop into relegation zone after seven-point deduction
Town had admitted two misconduct charges relating to an unfulfilled fixture against Plymouth and non-payment of players.
May 7, 12:59
Mark Wood pictured in January 2020
Mark Wood up for two-month quarantine spell with England team to complete games
The ECB are planning a variety of models that would see England fixtures staged later this summer.
May 7, 12:58
General view of Ibrox Stadium, home to Rangers, from May 2015
SPFL: 'Rangers yet to provide a single shred of evidence'
The club had called for SPFL chief executive Neil Doncaster and legal adviser Rod McKenzie to be suspended.
May 7, 12:57
Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang pictured in Europa League action in February 2020
Thierry Henry admits Arsenal would miss Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang goals
The Gabonese striker has scored 49 goals in 75 appearances for the Gunners.
May 7, 12:56
General view of Fulham's Craven Cottage taken January 2018
Former Fulham vice-chairman Bill Muddyman dies aged 82
Muddyman remained heavily involved as Fulham rose to the Premier League and left his place on the board in 2003.
May 7, 12:56
Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne pictured on February 26, 2020
FIFA 20 Premier League team of the season: Who stands out?
Premier League players have been added to the icon players.
May 7, 09:43
Manchester United's Odion Ighalo pictured on February 27, 2020
Thursday's papers: Odion Ighalo, Dayot Upamecano, Man City vs. Liverpool battle
Manchester United are keen to keep Odion Ighalo, while a young French defender is attracting the interest of several clubs.
May 7, 07:41
Australia's Joe Burns pictured in 2018
Joe Burns still keen to play county cricket despite Lancashire saga
The Australian opener left Lancashire after only one match last year due to a fatigue disorder.
May 7, 07:38
Declan Kidney pictured as Ireland coach in 2013
On this day: Declan Kidney appointed Ireland head coach
The former Munster boss had big boots to fill.
May 7, 07:36
Leicester City's Wes Morgan lifts the Premier League trophy in May 2016
On this day: Leicester City lift Premier League trophy against 5,000-1 odds
The Foxes were Premier League kings under Claudio Ranieri.
May 7, 07:32
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