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
Serie A monkey posters branded "sick joke"
The Italian league launched a trio of controversial paintings on Monday.
Dec 16, 22:19
Crystal Palace's Wilfried Zaha celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on December 16, 2019
Wilfried Zaha rescues Crystal Palace draw against rivals Brighton
Wilfried Zaha's third goal of the season rescued a point for Crystal Palace at home to Brighton.
Dec 16, 22:18
Celtic's Scott Brown celebrates winning the Scottish League Cup Final with teammates on December 8, 2019
Greg Stewart delighted as Rangers draw Braga in Europa League
Rangers have already overcome Portuguese opposition in this season's competition.
Dec 16, 18:53
General view of Fir Park, home of Motherwell, from November 2011
Motherwell post financial loss after gate receipts drop 50%
Motherwell announce loss after gate receipts fall
Dec 16, 18:49
Nir Bitton during a Celtic training session on November 7, 2018
Nir Bitton pens new Celtic deal to 2023
The Israel international has extended his stay until the summer of 2023.
Dec 16, 18:35
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
Serie A criticised after putting monkeys on anti-racism posters
Artist Simone Fugazzotto painting has been criticised.
Dec 16, 18:31
Celtic manager Neil Lennon pictured on November 28, 2019
Neil Lennon: 'No doubt a Scottish club can make a European final again'
Neil Lennon played in the 2003 UEFA Cup final when Celtic lost to Porto.
Dec 16, 18:10
England head coach Chris Silverwood before the press conference on October 10, 2019
Silverwood backing Archer to step up in South Africa
Jofra Archer struggled for wickets in New Zealand but England's head coach is not concerned.
Dec 16, 18:09
Celtic's James Forrest pictured on August 13, 2019
Celtic fined over fans letting off flares inside Stadio Olimpico
The Scottish champions won the game
Dec 16, 17:49
Oxford United manager Karl Robinson is a busy man in October 2018
Robinson: 'Oxford cup game with Man City can provide fitting tribute to Jim Smith'
Robinson: Oxford clash with Man City can provide fitting tribute to Jim Smith
Dec 16, 16:55
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp before the match on December 7, 2019
Jurgen Klopp tips Liverpool youngsters to spring a cup upset
The Reds will field a young, inexperienced side for their Carabao Cup quarter-final tie at Aston Villa.
Dec 16, 16:52
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring against Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on October 27, 2019
Champions League: A game by game look at the last-16 ties
Madrid and Germany are the destinations for the four English teams.
Dec 16, 16:37
Jayden Stockley celebrates scoring for Preston North End on December 14, 2019
David Baldwin named as EFL's new chief executive
He replaces Shaun Harvey, who stepped down from the post at the end of last season.
Dec 16, 14:17
Conor Hourihane celebrates scoring for Aston Villa on November 25, 2019
Hourihane facing late fitness test ahead of Villa's cup clash with Liverpool
The midfielder missed the Premier League defeat at Sheffield United.
Dec 16, 13:58
Harry Maguire warms up for Manchester United on December 7, 2019
Harry Maguire heaps praise on "special talent" Mason Greenwood
The 18-year-old rescued a point for United against Everton on Sunday.
Dec 16, 13:52
Everton interim manager Duncan Ferguson celebrates their first goal on December 7, 2019
Duncan Ferguson to remain in charge of Everton for EFL Cup game
Duncan Ferguson will lead Everton for a third successive match since the sacking of Marco Silva.
Dec 16, 13:12
Mohamed Salah celebrates opening the scoring for Liverpool against Watford on December 14, 2019
World chess champion Carlsen moves top of fantasy football rankings
Magnus Carlsen has been world chess champ since 2013, but can he conquer the fantasy football world too?
Dec 16, 12:58
Arsenal's Nicolas Pepe pictured on November 6, 2019
Nicolas Pepe: 'Arsenal players need to wake up quickly'
Manchester City assistant was at Arsenal on Sunday and could be set for a permanent return.
Dec 16, 12:56
Ben Stokes in action for England on August 23, 2019
Ben Stokes: "2019 will be very hard to top"
The England all-rounder won the public vote for the prestigious BBC prize in Aberdeen on Sunday night.
Dec 16, 12:54
Daniel James in action for Manchester United on October 27, 2019
United to face Brugge, Arsenal draw Olympiacos in Europa League round of 32
Celtic will take on FC Copenhagen, Rangers have been drawn to face Braga, while Wolves will meet Espanyol.
Dec 16, 12:52
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South Africa name six uncapped players in squad to face England
The Proteas have named a 17-man squad for the first two Tests.
Dec 16, 12:49
Wales backs coach Rob Howley pictured in November 2017
Ex-Wales assistant Rob Howley handed 18-month ban from rugby
The former Wales assistant coach was handed an 18-month ban with nine suspended.
Dec 16, 12:44
Jan Vertonghen celebrates sticking one in on December 15, 2019
Jan Vertonghen credits Jose Mourinho for bringing "fighting mentality back"
Tottenham have won five of Jose Mourinho's seven games in charge.
Dec 16, 12:34
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson lifts the Champions League trophy on June 1, 2019
Liverpool draw Atletico Madrid, Man City to face Real Madrid in Champions League
Manchester City will take on Spanish giants Real Madrid.
Dec 16, 11:49
Gary Lineker pictured in April 2017
BBC insist Gary Lineker did not know Ben Stokes had won SPOTY in advance
Presenter mistakenly announced cricketer as award winner ahead of the result.
Dec 16, 09:05
Liverpool's Neco Williams pictured in October 2019
Neco Williams: 'Making Liverpool first-team squad a dream come true'
The 18-year-old made his bow in October's dramatic Carabao Cup tie at home to Arsenal.
Dec 16, 09:03
Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring for Man City on December 15, 2019
The sporting weekend in pictures
The stand-out images from the sporting weekend.
Dec 16, 08:57
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer celebrates during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Manchester United on December 7, 2019
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer insists Man Utd remain "on the right track"
Sunday's draw with Everton has done nothing to diminish Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's hopes for his side.
Dec 16, 08:55
Arsenal interim manager Freddie Ljungberg pictured on December 5, 2019
Freddie Ljungberg urges Arsenal to make swift managerial appointment
Arsenal have won just one of their last 12 games in all competitions.
Dec 16, 08:54
Alfredo Morelos in action for Rangers on October 3, 2019
Ryan Jack confident Alfredo Morelos will "bounce back" from Motherwell red card
The Colombian scored Rangers' second goal before he was given his marching orders for gesturing to the home fans.
Dec 16, 08:52
Celtic's Jeremie Frimpong celebrates winning the Scottish League Cup after the match on December 8, 2019
Neil Lennon heaps praise on "outstanding talent" Jeremie Frimpong
Celtic moved two points clear of Rangers at the top of the Ladbrokes Premiership.
Dec 16, 08:50
Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho pictured on December 4, 2019
Jose Mourinho: 'No-one will want Tottenham in Champions League draw'
Spurs, along with Liverpool, Manchester City and Chelsea, will find out their opponents for the last 16 on Monday.
Dec 16, 08:49
Bayern Munich's Philippe Coutinho celebrates scoring their third goal against Koln on September 21, 2019
Monday's papers: Philippe Coutinho, Olivier Giroud, Nuno Espirito Santo
Philippe Coutinho's Bayern Munich teammates are begging bosses to bring the Brazilian on-board permanently.
Dec 16, 08:47
Brooklyn Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie (8) goes up for a dunk against Philadelphia 76ers forward Tobias Harris (12) during the second half at Barclays Center on December 16, 2019
NBA roundup: Spencer Dinwiddie stars as Brooklyn Nets end 76ers' winning run
Spencer Dinwiddie registered 24 points.
Dec 16, 08:43
Buffalo Bills tight end Tyler Kroft (81) celebrates his touchdown with running back Devin Singletary (26) and offensive guard Quinton Spain (67) against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the fourth quarter at Heinz Field on December 16, 2019
NFL roundup: Buffalo Bills clinch playoff spot with win over Pittsburgh Steelers
Josh Allen connected with Tyler Kroft late in the fourth quarter against Pittsburgh.
Dec 16, 08:39
Karim Benzema in action for Real Madrid on December 15, 2019
European Roundup: Benzema equaliser leaves Madrid level with Barca
Inter Milan and Juventus are level in Serie A but Borussia Monchengladbach lost top spot of the Bundesliga.
Dec 16, 03:52
Thibaut Courtois in action for Real Madrid on September 26, 2018
Zidane gives Courtois credit after Madrid save draw
Thibaut Courtois' header helped set up Real's last-gasp equaliser.
Dec 16, 03:49
Jeff Smith in action during the BDO Lakeside World Professional Darts Championships on January 10, 2015
Women's champ Mikuru Suzuki denied PDC history in sudden-death decider
Mikuru Suzuki almost made history while last year's runner-up Michael Smith crashed out.
Dec 16, 03:44
Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers pictured on December 8, 2019
Brendan Rodgers: "Our feet are very firmly on the ground"
Leicester are 10 points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool.
Dec 16, 03:43
Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson before the match on December 3, 2019
Graham Potter hails "legend" Roy Hodgson
The Crystal Palace manager enjoyed success with Halmstad and Malmo.
Dec 16, 03:41
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