Phil Foden celebrates scoring late on for Manchester City on October 1, 2019
Guardiola backs Foden to step up for Man City
The 19-year-old is set to start against Dinamo Zagreb.
Dec 10, 20:11
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
Obituary: Jim Smith, the lower league wing-back who went on to fly as a manager
Jim Smith managed 1,465 matches for an array of clubs.
Dec 10, 20:10
Liverpool's Naby Keita celebrates scoring their first goal with Roberto Firmino and teammates on December 10, 2019
Quickfire Liverpool double sees holders through to last 16 of Champions League
Naby Keita also on target in 2-0 win in Austria.
Dec 10, 20:02
General view of Queens Park Rangers' Loftus Road taken May 2015
Former QPR, Derby and Birmingham boss Jim Smith dies, aged 79
Jim Smith made his mark as a manager including leading Birmingham into the First Division and taking Oxford into the top flight.
Dec 10, 19:38
Vitor Pereira pictured in 2016
Vitor Pereira rules himself out of Everton job
The Toffees are looking for a new manager after bringing Marco Silva's 18-month reign to an end.
Dec 10, 19:35
Pakistan's Azhar Ali pictured in May 2018
Azhar Ali delighted to see Test cricket return to Pakistan
Sri Lanka were the last tourists to play Test cricket in Pakistan in 2009.
Dec 10, 18:00
Ronnie O'Sullivan pictured in February 2016
Ronnie O'Sullivan refuses to alter "die early or kill early" style
Ronnie O'Sullivan fought back from 2-0 and 3-1 down to clinch a 4-3 victory over Dominic Dale.
Dec 10, 17:57
Shane Sutton pictured in June 2014
Shane Sutton accused of using Coke can of urine to cover up doping offence
Shane Sutton has denied taking banned drugs during his cycling career.
Dec 10, 17:54
General view of Macclesfield Town's Moss Rose from 2014
Businessman Joe Sealey agrees deal to buy cash-strapped Macclesfield
Joe Sealey is the son of former Manchester United goalkeeper Les.
Dec 10, 17:53
Daniel Stendel in charge of Barnsley on March 23, 2019
Hearts deny owing Barnsley compensation for manager Daniel Stendel
Daniel Stendel was sacked by Barnsley in October.
Dec 10, 17:53
John Stones sits injured for Man City on December 7, 2019
John Stones ruled out of Dinamo Zagreb clash through injury
The England defender limped out of Manchester City's derby defeat on Saturday.
Dec 10, 17:52
Great Britain's Dina Asher-Smith celebrates after winning gold on October 2, 2019
Dina Asher-Smith: 'World title does not guarantee Olympic success'
The 24-year-old triumphed in the 200 metres at the World Championships.
Dec 10, 14:35
Mark Cavendish pictured in October 2018
Bahrain-McLaren boss Rod Ellingworth sets Tour de France glory as top target
Ellingworth is excited by the chance to harness the potential of McLaren both in developing equipment and riders.
Dec 10, 14:34
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
Ben Stokes backs "gem" Rory Burns to enjoy bright England future
Ben Stokes has backed the Surrey opener to enjoy a long and successful Test career.
Dec 10, 14:33
Callum McGregor in Champions League qualifying action for Celtic in August 2019
Callum McGregor warns Celtic that Cluj clash is no "free hit"
The Hoops have already secured top spot in Group E and a place in the Europa League last 32.
Dec 10, 14:31
Russia's immortal president Vladimir Putin pictured alongside the World Cup on June 13, 2018
Vladimir Putin hints at Russia appeal against four-year WADA ban
Russia has been sanctioned after laboratory data was found to have been manipulated.
Dec 10, 14:30
Daniel Stendel in charge of Barnsley on March 23, 2019
Daniel Stendel responds to Barnsley statement as severance row rages on
The Tykes announced on Monday they would be launching legal action against the Jambos after failing to reach a compensation agreement.
Dec 10, 14:28
Jesse Lingard in action for Manchester United on September 25, 2019
Jesse Lingard confident he is back on "right path" after dip in form
The attacker has impressed in Manchester United's recent wins over Tottenham and Manchester City.
Dec 10, 14:26
Arsenal interim manager Freddie Ljungberg pictured on December 5, 2019
Bernd Leno: 'Freddie Ljungberg doing a very good job as interim'
The Gunners scored three goals in nine second-half minutes to triumph at the London Stadium.
Dec 10, 14:25
West Ham United manager Manuel Pellegrini reacts on December 4, 2019
West Ham to sack Manuel Pellegrini if they lose to Southampton?
The Hammers sit just one point above the relegation zone following a dire run of form.
Dec 10, 14:24
Rory McIlroy in action at the PGA Championship on September 21, 2019
Rory McIlroy: 'Saudi Arabia event does not excite me'
The Northern Irishman has joined Tiger Woods in opting not to play at the Saudi International in January.
Dec 10, 08:57
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) takes a shot between Orlando Magic guard Terrence Ross (8) and forward Aaron Gordon (00) in the second quarter at Fiserv Forum on December 10, 2019
NBA roundup: Milwaukee Bucks march on with 15th straight win
The Milwaukee Bucks recorded their 15th straight win against Orlando.
Dec 10, 08:54
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz (86) celebrates his touchdown catch with tight end Dallas Goedert (88) during the fourth quarter against the New York Giants at Lincoln Financial Field on December 10, 2019
Eagles keep playoff hopes alive with overtime win against Giants
Philadelphia secured the win in overtime.
Dec 10, 08:52
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer celebrates during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Manchester United on December 7, 2019
Tuesday's papers: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Scott McTominay, Chris Smalling
Other clubs have come calling but Scott McTominay is Manchester United's man.
Dec 10, 06:52
West Ham United's Ryan Fredericks in action with Arsenal's Gabriel Martinelli in the Premier League on December 9, 2019
Freddie Ljungberg: 'Gabriel Martinelli plays with no fear'
Nicolas Pepe's work-rate was praised after his decisive display for Arsenal in the win over West Ham.
Dec 10, 06:48
West Ham United manager Manuel Pellegrini with Arsenal interim manager Freddie Ljungberg on December 9, 2019
In Focus: Ljungberg vs. Pellegrini as Arsenal defeat West Ham
Freddie Ljungberg sealed a maiden win in charge of Arsenal after an improved second-half display at West Ham.
Dec 9, 23:31
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp before the match on December 7, 2019
Jurgen Klopp expecting "difficult" test to reach Champions League knockout stages
Liverpool's Champions League title is under threat against Red Bull Salzburg on Tuesday.
Dec 9, 23:24
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp before the match on December 7, 2019
Jurgen Klopp confident over Liverpool's Champions League chances
The club are currently in the middle of a run of eight matches in 26 days in December.
Dec 9, 20:55
Liverpool skipper Jordan Henderson on December 7, 2019
Liverpool skipper Jordan Henderson calls for tougher punishments for racist abuse
Several of the weekend's Premier League games were marred by abusive behaviour from spectators.
Dec 9, 20:45
General view of Fir Park, home of Motherwell, from November 2011
David Turnbull "not setting targets" in injury recovery
The midfielder underwent knee surgery after a move to Celtic fell through.
Dec 9, 20:36
Nottingham Forest striker Daryl Murphy celebrates with teammates after scoring during his side's EFL Cup clash with Newcastle United on August 29, 2018
Daryl Murphy admits serving ban for cocaine use last year
The striker tested positive for cocaine after "a bad decision while on a night out".
Dec 9, 20:00
Inter Milan coach Antonio Conte reacts on November 5, 2019
Antonio Conte: 'Inter must take on Barcelona with no regrets'
Italian club chasing victory over Barcelona for last-16 place.
Dec 9, 19:45
Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez watches his side take on Wolves on February 11, 2019
Rafael Benitez rules out Everton, Arsenal jobs
The former Liverpool and Real Madrid boss is currently in charge of Dalian Yifang in China.
Dec 9, 19:40
Newcastle boss Steve Bruce gives instructions on November 30, 2019
Newcastle give away free half-season tickets in ballot
An early Christmas present for Newcastle fans.
Dec 9, 19:39
Leicester City defender Jonny Evans pictured in October 2019
Jonny Evans says Leicester have "real incentive" to chase down Liverpool for title
The Foxes have won eight straight games, a club record in the top flight.
Dec 9, 19:04
Mark Cavendish pictured in October 2018
Cavendish "full of confidence" after joining Bahrain-McLaren
The 30-time Tour de France stage winner has joined the newly-branded team.
Dec 9, 18:54
Celtic manager Neil Lennon pictured on November 28, 2019
Neil Lennon admits Celtic players were "in tears" after cup game
Neil Lennon's side lifted their 10th consecutive domestic trophy by beating Rangers at Hampden Park.
Dec 9, 18:53
Runners make their way through Canary Wharf during the Virgin Money London Marathon on April 26, 2015
Russia accused of getting off lightly with four-year ban
Russia has been banned from events including the Olympics and football World Cup, but athletes not tainted by doping can compete as neutrals.
Dec 9, 18:30
A bedraggled Craig Shakespeare in December 2017
Shakespeare appointed assistant to head coach at Watford
Former Leicester boss Craig Shakespeare has reunited with new Watford head coach Nigel Pearson.
Dec 9, 18:00
Kalvin Phillips in action for Leeds United on October 23, 2019
Kalvin Phillips to return for Leeds for Hull clash
Kalvin Phillips sat out Leeds' win at Huddersfield on Saturday through suspension.
Dec 9, 16:45
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