Manchester City's Sergio Aguero sees a header saved against Manchester United in the EFL Cup on January 29, 2020.
Etihad atmosphere in focus as Man City beat Manchester United in derby
Here, the PA news agency sums up the issues and the atmosphere inside the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday evening.
Jan 29, 23:04
Real Madrid's Karim Benzema celebrates scoring their fourth goal on January 29, 2020
Karim Benzema ends goal drought as Real Madrid thrash Real Zaragoza
Raphael Varane, Lucas Vazquez and Vinicius Junior also struck.
Jan 29, 23:02
Bath's Anthony Watson in action on January 4, 2020
Anthony Watson admits he may never get over World Cup final defeat
England have been installed as favourites for the Guinness Six Nations.
Jan 29, 22:59
Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes pictured in April 2019
Tony Docherty: 'Derek McInnes will be spurred on by fan criticism'
Docherty fiercely defended McInnes after fans called for his departure following a goalless draw against St Mirren.
Jan 29, 22:54
Rangers striker Jermain Defoe pictured in July 2019
Jermain Defoe injury mars Rangers win over Ross County
The striker was taken off in the 62nd minute.
Jan 29, 21:55
Celtic manager Neil Lennon on October 24, 2019
Celtic extend St Johnstone dominance with comfortable win
Neil Lennon's side maintained their five-point lead at the top of the table.
Jan 29, 21:54
Liverpool's Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain celebrates scoring their second goal with Roberto Firmino on January 29, 2020
Liverpool ease past West Ham to move 19 points clear
Mohamed Salah grabbed his first goal in London since May 2018 with a penalty and Alex Oxlade-Alex Oxlade Chamberlain struck after the break.
Jan 29, 21:51
General view of St Mirren Park from 2009
Charity partnership could aid St Mirren takeover
The St Mirren Independent Supporters Trust (SMISA) is due to buy out current owner Gordon Scott in 2026, but that could now happen next year.
Jan 29, 20:10
Runners make their way through Canary Wharf during the Virgin Money London Marathon on April 26, 2015
World Indoor Championships postponed due to coronavirus
World UK Athletics said it had taken the decision to reschedule the event in Nanjing, China, following advice from the World Health Organisation.
Jan 29, 20:08
Chris Woakes in action for England on May 19, 2019
Chris Woakes hails Eoin Morgan as one of best captains he's ever had
The pair played key roles in England's World Cup triumph last summer.
Jan 29, 20:07
Israel Folau pictured in November 2018
Catalans Dragons chairman Israel Folau signing as major "coup" for rugby league
Israel Folau was sacked by Rugby Australia last May for homophobic social media posts.
Jan 29, 20:05
Everton's Mason Holgate celebrates scoring their first goal with Richarlison on October 29, 2019
Setien keen to add new Barcelona striker before Friday
Barcelona have reportedly bid for Everton forward Richarlison.
Jan 29, 20:00
Matt Targett in action for Aston Villa on July 24, 2019
FA investigate Villa pitch invasion
Thousands of Villa fans invaded the pitch following the club's dramatic win over Leicester.
Jan 29, 19:56
Bruno Fernandes in action for Sporting on January 17, 2020
New United signing Bruno Fernandes: Five things you may not know
The fee for the 25-year-old is expected to be in the region of 55million euros (£46.6million) and a further 10 million euros (£8.5million) in add-ons.
Jan 29, 19:53
Huddersfield's Kamil Grabara is stretchered off after sustaining an injury on January 28, 2020
Huddersfield keeper Grabara still in hospital
The 21-year-old was hurt in a collision with team-mate Christopher Schindler.
Jan 29, 19:52
Luke Cowan-Dickie during an England training session on March 5, 2019
Luke Cowan-Dickie leaves England training camp
Eddie Jones' second-choice hooker departed the Algarve on Tuesday night.
Jan 29, 19:49
Rafael Nadal in action at the Australian Open on January 27, 2020
Nadal plays tribute to "aggressive" Thiem after Aussie Open exit
The Austrian won three tie-breaks to set up a clash with Alexander Zverev.
Jan 29, 19:47
England bowler Jofra Archer pictured in November 2019
Jofra Archer ruled out of South Africa T20 series
The 24-year-old missed the final three Tests in South Africa due to the injury.
Jan 29, 19:46
Richarlison celebrates scoring for Everton on January 11, 2020
Everton dismiss Barcelona interest in Richarlison
The Nou Camp club have pushed hard for a deal to prise Richarlison away from Merseyside.
Jan 29, 19:45
Kyle Walker-Peters in action for Spurs on July 31, 2018
Kyle Walker-Peters completes Southampton loan move
The 22-year-old had made just five appearances for Spurs.
Jan 29, 19:41
Austria's Dominic Thiem celebrates after winning his quarter final match against Spain's Rafael Nadal on January 29, 2020
Australian Open Day 10: Thiem stuns Nadal
The story of the 10th day of action at Melbourne Park.
Jan 29, 19:40
Ipswich Town manager Paul Hurst watches on during his side's EFL Cup first-round clash with Exeter City on August 14, 2018
Paul Hurst exits Scunthorpe
Paul Hurst spent only eight months at the club.
Jan 29, 19:39
Ryan Bennett in action for Wolves on September 19, 2019
Ryan Bennett in line for imminent Wolves exit?
The defender has only started three of the Premier League club's last 20 league games.
Jan 29, 19:37
Christian Eriksen in action for Spurs on January 22, 2020
Christian Eriksen pays tribute to Spurs fans following Inter switch
The 27-year-old midfielder completed his move to Inter Milan on Tuesday.
Jan 29, 17:15
Bruno Fernandes in action for Sporting on January 17, 2020
Bruno Fernandes: What will Manchester United's new signing offer?
The 25-year-old is an attacking midfielder.
Jan 29, 17:12
Tomas Soucek pictured for Slavia Prague in December 2019
West Ham complete Tomas Soucek loan signing
The Hammers have the option to make the deal permanent in the summer.
Jan 29, 17:09
Bruno Fernandes in action for Sporting on January 17, 2020
Manchester United agree deal to sign Bruno Fernandes
The Portugal midfielder's move to Old Trafford is subject to a medical and personal terms being agreed.
Jan 29, 17:08
Flamengo's Pablo Mari pictured in October 2019
Arsenal complete Pablo Mari signing on initial loan deal
The Spanish defender featured in the Club World Cup final against Liverpool in December.
Jan 29, 14:06
Wales head coach Wayne Pivac on November 30, 2019
Jake Ball tips new Wales coach Wayne Pivac to thrive in international rugby
The Wales lock knows all about the new head coach's strengths.
Jan 29, 13:35
Austria's Dominic Thiem celebrates after winning his quarter final match against Spain's Rafael Nadal on January 29, 2020
Dominic Thiem conquers Rafael Nadal to reach semi-finals
Dominic Thiem beat Rafael Nadal for the first time at a grand slam to set up a clash with Alexander Zverev.
Jan 29, 13:34
General view inside Molineux, home to Wolverhampton Wanderers, ahead of their Europa League game with Torino on August 29, 2019
Wolves confirm loan signing of Dijon teen Enzo Loiodice
The 19-year-old has made 24 senior appearances for the French side.
Jan 29, 12:56
Aston Villa boss Dean Smith on January 21, 2020
Dean Smith hoping EFL Cup triumph will boost survival chances
Dean Smith will be the first Englishman since Harry Redknapp in 2009 to lead out a team for a League Cup final.
Jan 29, 12:39
Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers pictured in December 2019
Rodgers vows to bounce back from EFL Cup exit in league
The Foxes are third in the Premier League and host the side immediately below them in the table on Saturday.
Jan 29, 12:27
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
Hamilton boss Brian Rice provides update on transfer strategy
Rice does not want to fill his squad up just for the sake of it.
Jan 29, 12:23
Wycombe Wanderers boss Gareth Ainsworth pictured on September 7, 2019
Wycombe dedicate win to fan who died just before match
Mark Bird, 62, suffered a heart attack before Tuesday's home game against Blackpool.
Jan 29, 12:21
Steven Bergwijn in action for PSV in the Champions League on September 18, 2018
Steven Bergwijn vows to bring the goals for Spurs
The 22-year-old joined from PSV on Tuesday.
Jan 29, 12:20
Mike Ashley pictured in June 2016
Newcastle fan groups call on Mike Ashley to end "toxic relationship" and sell up
News of the proposed takeover emerged in the United States at the weekend.
Jan 29, 12:19
General view of Southend United's Roots Hall from July 2015
Southend keeper Nathan Bishop close to Man Utd move
The 20-year-old is set to join up with United's development squad.
Jan 29, 12:17
Matt Targett in action for Aston Villa on July 24, 2019
Matt Targett: "It's nice to always score late"
Villa have now scored added-time winners in successive games against Watford and Leicester.
Jan 29, 11:19
Colin Calderwood pictured in January 2017
Cambridge United axe Colin Calderwood amid poor run of form
The club have take just one point from their last six League Two games.
Jan 29, 11:16
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