Daniel Stendel in charge of Barnsley on March 23, 2019
Hearts boss Stendel dismisses return to Germany as reason for loss to Hibs
The Jam Tarts boss returned to Germany and gave his side Christmas Day off.
Dec 26, 16:16
Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho on December 26, 2019
Ndombele did not want to play against Brighton - Mourinho
The France international has only just recovered from a groin injury.
Dec 26, 16:12
England's Sam Curran celebrates taking the wicket of South Africa's Rassie van der Dussen with teammates on December 26, 2019
Curran leads the way with four-wicket haul as England battle Centurion heat
Stuart Broad weighs in with three wickets as South Africa close day one of the first Test on 277 for nine.
Dec 26, 15:55
Jack Clarke in action for Leeds United on April 19, 2019
Jack Clarke to return early from Leeds loan
Tottenham have recalled the youngster, who they signed in the summer and loaned back to Elland Road.
Dec 26, 15:45
Kristoffer Ajer in action for Celtic on September 19, 2019
Lennon lashes out at Dons chief's criticism of Ajer
Dave Cormack accused the Celtic player of 'feigning injury' when Aberdeen's Sam Cosgrove was sent off at Parkhead.
Dec 26, 15:18
Martin Boyle in action for Hibernian in January 2015
Boyle and Hibs add to Hearts' woes in derby
The Australian's two goals earned the visitors victory.
Dec 26, 14:36
Tottenham Hotspur's Dele Alli celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on December 26, 2019
Tottenham come from behind to beat Brighton & Hove Albion
Tottenham had equalised through Harry Kane after Adam Webster gave the Seagulls the lead.
Dec 26, 14:32
Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho on December 26, 2019
Mourinho reveals his dog died over Christmas
Tottenham faced Brighton on Boxing Day.
Dec 26, 13:34
General view of Celtic Park from 2015
Celtic announce the death of former captain Duncan MacKay
The right-back played 236 times for the Hoops.
Dec 26, 13:34
Wasps director of rugby Dai Young pictured in 2016
Dai Young insists every game is big for struggling Wasps
Wasps need to start picking up points after a slow start to the league campaign.
Dec 26, 13:13
South Africa's Quinton de Kock in action on December 26, 2019
De Kock leads South Africa fightback after lunch in Centurion
South Africa 187 for five at Tea.
Dec 26, 13:02
Fallon Sherrock pictured in January 2016
Fallon Sherrock - the trailblazer taking the darts world by storm
The 25-year-old is the first woman to win a game at the PDC World Championship.
Dec 26, 12:00
Wolverhampton Wanderers' Rui Patricio celebrates after Raul Jimenez scores their first goal on November 7, 2019
Rui Patricio relishing the battle against 'one of the best' Manchester City
The Molineux clash launches a spell of four games in nine days for Wolves.
Dec 26, 11:27
England's James Anderson celebrates taking the wicket of South Africa's Dean Elgar, caught by England's Jos Buttler with Ben Stokes and teammates on December 26, 2019
Anderson and England quick off the mark in Centurion
Pace bowler gets the first of three scalps for the tourists on the first morning of the first Test.
Dec 26, 10:16
England's James Anderson celebrates taking the wicket of South Africa's Dean Elgar, caught by England's Jos Buttler with Ben Stokes and teammates on December 26, 2019
Anderson marks 150th Test with first-ball breakthrough for England
Curran weighs in with the wicket of Markram.
Dec 26, 09:43
Ederson warms up for Man City on November 6, 2019
Manchester City's Ederson insists players leave rivalries on the pitch
The goalkeeper has Brazilian friends at Premier League title rivals Liverpool.
Dec 26, 09:00
Liam Williams during a Wales training session on January 31, 2019
Williams returning to Scarlets
Wales star will end his stint with Saracens at the end of this season.
Dec 26, 08:54
Ben Stokes in action for England on November 30, 2019
Stokes lines up for England against South Africa, as Root opts to field
All-rounder commits to match in Centurion after his father responds to treatment.
Dec 26, 07:45
Toronto Raptors forward Kawhi Leonard (2) reacts after making a basket against the Philadelphia 76ers in game seven of the second round of the 2019 NBA Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena on May 13, 2019
Leonard to the fore as Clippers finish with a flourish against Lakers
There were also wins for the Sixers and Warriors.
Dec 26, 06:06
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on December 26, 2019
Arteta is big fan of troubled Arsenal midfielder Xhaka
The Switzerland international had a public bust-up with Gunners fans.
Dec 25, 22:30
Aston Villa manager Dean Smith watches his side beaten by Wolves on November 10, 2019
Smith grateful for support of Villa fans and owners
Villa have lost their last four Premier League games.
Dec 25, 22:30
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp before the match on December 7, 2019
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp labels playing two games in three days 'a crime'
Jurgen Klopp says his side playing on Boxing Day and December 29 this year is 'like a holiday'.
Dec 25, 22:30
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard on November 9, 2019
Frank Lampard lauds 'low-maintenance' Chelsea star Willian
The Brazil winger scored twice in Sunday's 2-0 Premier League derby win at Tottenham.
Dec 25, 22:30
Watford boss Nigel Pearson pictured during the Premier League clash against Manchester United on December 22, 2019
Watford boss Pearson ready to make changes for festive fixtures
Nigel Pearson admits being at the wrong end of the table is not good for your health.
Dec 25, 22:30
Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers pictured on December 8, 2019
Premier League title is what Liverpool want most, says Brendan Rodgers
Leicester are 10 points behind Liverpool in the title race.
Dec 25, 22:30
Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho pictured on December 4, 2019
Jose Mourinho says Spurs will not be 'kings of the market' in January
The Tottenham boss might make a move in the upcoming transfer window if midfielder Christian Eriksen is sold.
Dec 25, 22:30
Newcastle boss Steve Bruce gives instructions on November 30, 2019
All write now: Bruce hopes to create a new chapter at Newcastle
The former defender returns to Old Trafford on Boxing Day as Magpies boss.
Dec 25, 22:30
James Anderson in action on day one of the First Test of the Ashes on August 1, 2019
Anderson's enthusiasm shows no sign of waning as he reaches landmark
The England fast bowler will reach 150 Test appearances against South Africa.
Dec 25, 18:00
Ben Stokes in action for England on November 30, 2019
Stokes could face South Africa in Boxing Day Test after resuming training
The England all-rounder had been at his ill father's bedside but Ged Stokes is in a stable condition.
Dec 25, 09:53
England celebrate winning the Cricket World Cup on July 14, 2019
Top 10 British sporting moments of the decade
There has been plenty of sporting success in the last 10 years in British sport.
Dec 25, 08:00
Ben Stokes pictured on September 18, 2019
Stokes due to return to England training with father in stable condition
The all-rounder's father Ged is in intensive care in a Johannesburg hospital.
Dec 25, 07:26
Generic image of a locker room
The best sporting photographs of the decade
Here is the PA news agency's selection of the pictures of the decade.
Dec 25, 07:00
Mario Mandzukic celebrates scoring for Juventus on December 22, 2018
Mario Mandzukic joins Qatari club Al-Duhail
Al-Duhail announced the signing on their official website.
Dec 24, 19:58
Sam Cosgrove in action for Aberdeen on December 2, 2018
Sam Cosgrove to miss Aberdeen's clash with Livingston through suspension
Craig Bryson and Greg Leigh have both been ruled out for two months following tests.
Dec 24, 19:05
Sam Cosgrove in action for Aberdeen on December 2, 2018
Aberdeen striker Sam Cosgrove loses appeal against Celtic red card
The forward will now miss the Boxing Day clash against Livingston and Sunday's trip to face Hearts at Tynecastle.
Dec 24, 19:01
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe pictured on December 7, 2019
Howe plays down value of experience
Bournemouth's 11-year managerial veteran goes up against Arsenal's rookie boss Mikel Arteta on Boxing Day.
Dec 24, 17:32
Chelsea's Cesar Azpilicueta reacts after his goal is disallowed following a referral to VAR on November 5, 2019
Chelsea captain Azpilicueta facing late fitness test for Saints clash
Shane Long could miss the whole Christmas schedule for Southampton.
Dec 24, 16:18
Shane Long celebrates scoring for Southampton on April 23, 2019
Shane Long struggling with knee injury ahead of Southampton's clash with Chelsea
Saints boss Ralph Hasenhuttl has confirmed Shane Long could miss the Boxing Day game.
Dec 24, 16:12
Victor Camarasa celebrates scoring for Cardiff City on December 29, 2018
Camarasa and Sakho return but Palace still hit by injuries
West Ham goalkeepers Lukasz Fabianski and David Martin are both battling muscle injuries ahead of the London showdown.
Dec 24, 16:10
John McGinn celebrates scoring for Aston Villa on September 28, 2019
Team News: Villa without injured McGinn for Norwich clash
The Scotland international faces up to three months on the sidelines.
Dec 24, 15:47
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