Lukas Nmecha in action for Manchester City in pre-season on July 20, 2018
Manchester City's Lukas Nmecha joins Middlesbrough on loan
The 21-year-old spent the first part of the season with Bundesliga club Wolfsburg.
Jan 3, 13:27
Real Madrid's Eden Hazard limps off with an ankle injury against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on November 26, 2019.
Eden Hazard ruled out of Spanish Super Cup
The Belgium captain was injured in late November.
Jan 3, 13:25
Newcastle boss Steve Bruce gives instructions on November 30, 2019
Steve Bruce brands festive schedule "ridiculous" as injuries mount
The Magpies suffered a bruising holiday programme.
Jan 3, 13:21
Luke Matheson scores for Rochdale against Manchester United on September 25, 2019
Luke Matheson in line to start for Rochdale against Newcastle
Williams served a one-match ban in Dale's victory over Accrington.
Jan 3, 13:19
Napoli manager Carlo Ancelotti pictured on November 5, 2019
Ancelotti: 'FA Cup is a fantastic opportunity for Everton'
The Merseyside rivals meet at Anfield on Sunday.
Jan 3, 13:13
Fulham manager Scott Parker on December 7, 2019
Scott Parker facing selection dilemmas for Villa cup clash
Captain Tom Cairney and defender Steven Sessegnon are among those being assessed.
Jan 3, 13:12
General view outside Arsenal's Emirates Stadium on August 12, 2018
Lee Dixon: 'FA Cup run could build confidence at Arsenal'
The Gunners face Leeds on Monday night.
Jan 3, 13:09
Wesley Moraes celebrates scoring for Aston Villa on October 5, 2019
Dean Smith planning urgent transfer talks after Heaton, Wesley injuries
Aston Villa have lost goalkeeper Tom Heaton and striker Wesley for the rest of the season.
Jan 3, 13:06
Christian Kabasele in action for Watford in pre-season on July 27, 2019
Kabasele suspended for Watford's cup clash with Tranmere
Pearson's men face Tranmere.
Jan 3, 13:04
Paul Pogba in action for Manchester United on September 25, 2019
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer dismisses rumours of Paul Pogba row
Paul Pogba is set to be out for up to four weeks with an ankle injury and Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has tried to set the record straight.
Jan 3, 13:01
Jack Rodwell in action for Sunderland in September 2016
Jack Rodwell on verge of Sheffield United deal
The 28-year-old midfielder has been without a club since leaving Blackburn last summer.
Jan 3, 12:58
South Africa's Kagiso Rabada celebrates taking the wicket of England's Dom Sibley on January 3, 2020
Injury-hit England lose two wickets before lunch
Openers were out before lunch.
Jan 3, 10:49
Sam Surridge pictured for Swansea in September 2019
Team News: Sam Surridge in contention for Bournemouth after loan recall
The striker has recently returned from a loan spell at Swansea.
Jan 3, 10:47
Southampton's Michael Obafemi celebrates scoring their first goal with Che Adams on December 26, 2019
Team News: Michael Obafemi, Shane Long in line for Southampton returns
In-form Southampton face Huddersfield.
Jan 3, 10:45
Derby Country's Wayne Rooney celebrates after Jack Marriott scored their first goal on January 2, 2020
Phillip Cocu confirms Wayne Rooney is Derby's new permanent captain
The striker had a hand in both goals in the win over Barnsley.
Jan 3, 10:42
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp before the match on December 7, 2019
Jurgen Klopp hints at changes for injury-hit Liverpool against Everton
Liverpool's busy workload has impacted on their squad through the busiest time of year.
Jan 3, 10:39
Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) fouls Toronto Raptors guard Terence Davis (0) during the second half at American Airlines Arena on January 3, 2020
NBA roundup: Miami Heat claim low-scoring victory over Toronto Raptors
The Heat rebounded from a loss with their best defensive performance of the season.
Jan 3, 10:38
Liverpool's Naby Keita battles for the ball on October 30, 2019
Naby Keita ruled out of Merseyside derby
The midfielder was injured in the warm-up ahead of his side's 2-0 victory at Anfield.
Jan 3, 09:17
Jofra Archer in action for England on November 30, 2019
Jofra Archer ruled out of second Test with elbow injury
Opener Rory Burns was injured on Thursday and is out of the series.
Jan 3, 09:16
LA Galaxy forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic (9) celebrates following the game against Minnesota United at Allianz Field pictured in October 2019
Ibrahimovic hoping to turn around Milan's season
The club sit 11th in Serie A.
Jan 3, 09:16
Todd Cantwell celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Norwich City and Manchester City on September 14, 2019
Friday's papers: Todd Cantwell, Jack Grealish, James Maddison
Todd Cantwell is attracting interest from three of the biggest clubs in England, according to today's football gossip.
Jan 3, 09:14
Charlton boss Lee Bowyer on November 30, 2019
Lee Bowyer "over the moon" with Charlton takeover
The Addicks are only five points above the relegation zone.
Jan 2, 23:08
Derby Country's Martyn Waghorn celebrates scoring their second goal with Wayne Rooney on January 2, 2020
Wayne Rooney captains Derby to victory over Barnsley
The former England captain was instrumental in both County goals.
Jan 2, 22:08
Liverpool's Sadio Mane celebrates scoring their second goal with Roberto Firmino on January 2, 2020
Pass-masters Liverpool secure full year unbeaten with Sheffield Utd win
Liverpool maintain long-unbeaten Premier League record with home win against Sheffield United
Jan 2, 22:02
Swansea City's Yan Dhanda in action with Charlton Athletic's Ben Dempsey on January 2, 2020
Charlton lose to Swansea in first game since takeover
Yan Dhanda got the only goal of the game at the Liberty Stadium.
Jan 2, 22:01
Newcastle boss Steve Bruce gives instructions on November 30, 2019
Injury-ravaged Newcastle suffer most during punishing festive schedule
Magpies lost seven players to injury during their festive fixtures.
Jan 2, 20:59
Watford's Christian Kabasele is shown a red card by referee Andy Madley after a VAR review on January 1, 2020
Watford lose appeal against Christian Kabasele red card
The defender had initially been cautioned for bringing down Diogo Jota.
Jan 2, 20:58
England's Rory Burns walks off the pitch dejected after his wicket is taken by New Zealand's Colin de Grandhomme on November 21, 2019
Rory Burns ruled out of second Test with football injury
The opener has been diagnosed with ankle ligament damage.
Jan 2, 19:25
Team GB's Elise Christie pictured in February 2018
Elise Christie to quit social media due to her "poor mental health"
The former world champion described the extent of her illness in a series of posts on Instagram.
Jan 2, 19:24
Matt Polster in action for USA on January 28, 2018
Matt Polster set to turn down MLS interest to stay at Rangers
A number of American clubs are understood to be interested in the US international.
Jan 2, 19:23
Daryl McMahon in charge of Ebbsfleet in May 2018
Manager Daryl McMahon resigns from crisis club Macclesfield
The 36-year-old succeeded Sol Campbell as boss of the Silkmen in August.
Jan 2, 19:23
Patrick Roberts in action for Manchester City in pre-season on July 20, 2018
Middlesbrough sign Patrick Roberts on loan from Manchester City
The 22-year-old made just four appearances for the Canaries.
Jan 2, 19:22
Brighton & Hove Albion's Dan Burn walks off after sustaining an injury on January 1, 2020
Team News: Dan Burn undergoes surgery on broken collarbone
The defender has undergone surgery on his collarbone.
Jan 2, 19:21
Brighton & Hove Albion's Alireza Jahanbakhsh scores their first goal on January 1, 2020
Alireza Jahanbakhsh insists he no longer feels "lost" at Brighton
The Iran forward has scored in successive games.
Jan 2, 16:05
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on December 26, 2019
Mikel Arteta admits Calum Chambers injury could force Arsenal to sign players
Arsenal defender Calum Chambers underwent knee surgery on Thursday.
Jan 2, 16:02
Nick Kyrgios in action at the US Open on August 29, 2019
Nick Kyrgios pledges $200 for every ace to Australian bushfire relief efforts
The 24-year-old will donate money for every ace he serves during this month's tournaments.
Jan 2, 15:30
Peter Wright pictured in 2016
Peter Wright "can't wait" for first time he is introduced as world champion
The 49-year-old held back tears after sealing victory and said it had been a triumph for patience and perseverance.
Jan 2, 15:29
England's Rory Burns walks off the pitch dejected after his wicket is taken by New Zealand's Colin de Grandhomme on November 21, 2019
Rory Burns joins Jofra Archer as doubt for England second Test
The squad has just got over an illness that struck 11 players before, during or after the series opener in Centurion.
Jan 2, 15:27
Jofra Archer in action for England on November 30, 2019
England awaiting scan results on Jofra Archer elbow injury
Mark Wood is ruled out through injury.
Jan 2, 15:26
Peter Wright pictured in 2016
Five things we learned from Peter Wright's PDC World Championship triumph
Peter Wright had lost his last six finals against Van Michael van Gerwen before Wednesday's victory at Alexandra Palace.
Jan 2, 15:25
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