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
Coronavirus: Istiklol come from behind to retain Super Cup in Tajikistan
Campaign bucks the worldwide trend and gets under way despite global coronavirus pandemic.
Apr 4, 18:54
Tottenham Hotspur defender Toby Alderweireld pictured in December 2019
Coronavirus latest: What sports stars got up to in lockdown on April 4
Tottenham's Toby Alderweireld surprised NHS worker and Spurs super fan Tayla Porter with a video call.
Apr 4, 18:51
Kobe Bryant on his last Lakers appearance in April 2016
Kobe Bryant inducted into Basketball Hall of Fame
Recognition for five-time NBA champion, as well as Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett.
Apr 4, 18:49
Jamie Carragher pictured in December 2018
Jamie Carragher, Stan Collymore slam Liverpool for furloughing non-playing staff
Former players unimpressed by Premier League leaders' move.
Apr 4, 16:52
General view of Inverness Caledonian Thistle's Caledonian Stadium from 2011
Coronavirus latest: Inverness in "rescue mode" as they furlough players
The promotion-chasing Ladbrokes Championship club said they are planning to ensure every employee will still receive their full wage.
Apr 4, 16:51
General view inside Liverpool's Anfield from April 2018
Liverpool become fifth Premier League club to furlough non-playing staff
Newcastle, Tottenham, Bournemouth and Norwich had already turned to the government's job retention scheme.
Apr 4, 16:49
Republic of Ireland boss Mick McCarthy pictured on November 18, 2019
Stephen Kenny replaces Mick McCarthy as Ireland manager
Stephen steps up from Under-21 role with immediate effect.
Apr 4, 16:48
General view inside Liverpool's Anfield from April 2018
Coronavirus latest: Timeline of sport's response on Saturday, April 4
The latest updates from the sporting world during the pandemic.
Apr 4, 16:46
General view inside Liverpool's Anfield from April 2018
Coronavirus latest: Liverpool put some of their non-playing staff on furlough
Around 200 staff are understood to be effected.
Apr 4, 14:47
Burnley manager Sean Dyche before the match on December 14, 2019
Coronavirus: Burnley warn Premier League clubs could lose up to £100m each
Australia cricket coach Justin Langer backed plans to play behind closed doors while Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty has changed his training regime.
Apr 4, 14:45
Bernie Ecclestone pictured on September 27, 2019
Bernie Ecclestone: '2020 F1 season should be cancelled'
A minimum of eight races are needed for the championship to be valid and the former F1 chief does not think that will be possible.
Apr 4, 14:45
Adam Peaty poses with his gold medal on July 24, 2019
Coronavirus latest: Adam Peaty adapting fitness schedule during lockdown
The Olympic gold medallist is doing gym work, running and cycling.
Apr 4, 13:11
Justin Langer pictured on August 14, 2019
Justin Langer talks up value of behind-closed-doors cricket
The Australia coach says they would provide entertainment for cricket fans watching on TV or listening on radio.
Apr 4, 13:11
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Sporting film of the day to help you through lockdown: Lagaan
The film depicts a group of villagers in India who take on their British Commonwealth rulers at cricket to settle a row over taxes.
Apr 4, 13:10
Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder peers at the action on February 1, 2020
Chris Wilder insists players and managers will "do the right thing" with pay cuts
The Sheffield United boss says footballers have a 'huge conscience' and calls for a united front on decisions about fighting coronavirus.
Apr 4, 13:09
Jason Kenny pictured in February 2019
British Cycling chief: Tokyo 2020 postponement can boost GB medal haul
Performance director Stephen Park believes Britain's riders can take advantage of the Games being delayed for a year.
Apr 4, 11:18
Harry Kane in Spurs training on March 9, 2020
Five players who could be back to full fitness when Premier League resumes
A look at the players who may be able to play a bigger role due to the enforced break in the season.
Apr 4, 11:17
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Coronavirus latest: Surfing faces up to crisis after riding crest of Olympic wave
Instead of training for the forthcoming British Championships in Thurso, multiple national champion Luke Dillon is cooped up at his home in Cornwall.
Apr 4, 11:15
Danny Rose pictured ahead of Newcastle United's Premier League clash with Norwich City on February 1, 2020
Danny Rose: 'Players have no problem taking wage cut for coronavirus fight'
Danny Rose says he would have 'no problem' contributing some of his wages to those fighting coronavirus.
Apr 4, 11:14
England captain Bobby Moore on shoulders of teammates holding aloft the Jules Rimet trophy in 1966
A look back on England's iconic 1966 World Cup win
In 1966, Bobby Moore lifted the Jules Rimet Trophy on home soil.
Apr 4, 11:12
Thomas Bach, President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) attends a news conference after an Executive Board meeting in Lausanne, Switzerland, March 4, 2020
Hundreds of drugs cheats set to benefit from Olympic Games delay
WADA president Witold Banka says drug bans are determined by a set time and not what competitions athletes might miss.
Apr 4, 08:59
Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
FIFA raises age limit at postponed Tokyo Olympics to 24
The men's tournament will kick off before the July 23, 2021 opening ceremony.
Apr 4, 07:46
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Roger Hutton takes over as Yorkshire as chairman
Hutton succeeds Robin Smith who stepped down at the club's recent annual general meeting.
Apr 4, 07:42
Aston Villa assistant Ray Wilkins watches on during a pre-season friendly with Swindon Town in July 2015
Remembering Chelsea, Manchester United and England star Ray Wilkins
The midfielder won 84 caps.
Apr 4, 07:41
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte poses with the FA Cup on May 19, 2018
On this day: Chelsea appoint Antonio Conte as manager
The Italian enjoyed success before leaving the club.
Apr 4, 07:40
Anthony Yarde pictured in March 2020
Anthony Yarde's grandmother dies of coronavirus just days after father's death
Anthony Yarde's father, who the boxer said had been "fit with no health issues", died last Friday.
Apr 3, 20:04
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp growls with excitement on March 7, 2020
UEFA lifts Saturday 3pm blackout to pave way for TV games behind closed doors
The move would appear to be another step towards matches being played in empty stadiums.
Apr 3, 20:03
Trent Alexander-Arnold in action during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool on January 11, 2020
Trent Alexander-Arnold loses to Manchester City eSports player
Liverpool and England right-back loses to Manchester City eSports player Pessoa.
Apr 3, 20:02
Jenson Button pictured in May 2017
Jenson Button joins roster for second Virtual Grand Prix
Jenson Button will join a host of current F1 drivers in the second virtual Grand Prix.
Apr 3, 20:01
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LPGA chief refusing to rush return to action
The next five LPGA Tour events have been postponed or cancelled.
Apr 3, 18:48
A woman wearing a mask walks by the Emirates Stadium after manager Mikel Arteta tested positive for coronavirus and their Premier League match against Brighton on Saturday has been cancelled on March 13, 2020
Julian Knight: 'Matches played behind closed doors can still bring joy'
No restart date has been set for professional football in England.
Apr 3, 18:47
Joe Root in action for England on January 27, 2020
Coronavirus latest: England cricketers to make £500k contribution to good causes
Centrally-contracted members of the women's team have announced a voluntary reduction in their salary for April, May and June.
Apr 3, 18:46
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LTA announces £20m support package for those "most severely affected" in tennis
Around £20million made available.
Apr 3, 17:46
Hansi Flick in charge of Bayern Munich on November 6, 2019
Bayern Munich boss Hansi Flick signs permanent deal until 2023
Hansi Flick was a player at Bayern for five years.
Apr 3, 17:46
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
Key points from Premier League statement including wages, future of season
The Premier League confirmed it will not resume at the start of next month.
Apr 3, 17:45
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp growls with excitement on March 7, 2020
Coronavirus latest: The key questions on the impact on football
The calendar has been decimated around the world.
Apr 3, 17:44
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
Coronavirus latest: Timeline of sport's response on Friday, April 3
The Tour de Suisse has been cancelled, while the 2020 U.S. Women's Open has been pushed back.
Apr 3, 17:43
Amir Khan after a low blow shot from Terence Crawford on April 21, 2019
Amir Khan denies retirement reports as he eyes Manny Pacquiao, Kell Brook fights
The 33-year-old says he has a "couple of fights" left in him before he hangs up his gloves.
Apr 3, 17:43
Anthony Joshua celebrates on December 7, 2019
Anthony Joshua world title bout with Kubrat Pulev postponed
Coronavirus pandemic means London bout will not take place in June.
Apr 3, 16:03
Liverpool's Jordan Henderson celebrates after the match on January 23, 2020
Coronavirus latest: Premier League players set for 30% wage cuts
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson helped organise what is a collective, league-wide effort.
Apr 3, 15:41
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