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England hammer Australia to reach World Cup semi-final
England stormed into the World Cup semi-finals as two tries from Jonny May underpinned a record-equalling 40-16 victory over Australia at Oita Stadium.
The key questions ahead of The Hundred draft
English cricket’s new innovation, The Hundred, takes its next major stride on Sunday night as the draft for next year’s inaugural season takes place.
Levein admits Hearts’ home struggles are ‘weighing heavily on everybody’
Hearts manager Craig Levein admits their failure to win at home in the league is “weighing heavily” on the whole club.
Kosovo curling team’s incredible journey to World Mixed Championships in Aberdeen
Kosovo’s rising curling team endured a nightmare journey to Aberdeen before they could realise their dream of competing in the World Mixed Championships.
Scotland exit World Mixed Curling Championships in Aberdeen after thriller
Scotland exited the World Mixed Curling Championships last night, losing to Germany 9-7 at Curl Aberdeen.
Wilder defends Blades approach
Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder has dismissed suggestions his side have been too defensive since winning promotion to the Premier League.
Nagare believes Japan’s speed and energy can overcome South Africa’s power
Yutaka Nagare says Japan can expect face a hand-to-hand battle with South Africa on Sunday but believes the speed and energy of the Brave Blossoms might just be enough to overcome the Springboks’ brute power.
Poor record against Manchester United not significant for Klopp
Jurgen Klopp insists his – and the club’s – poor record at Old Trafford has no bearing on Sunday’s match against Manchester United.
Wales comfortable as favourites – Adams
Josh Adams says Wales know “what needs to be done” in Sunday’s World Cup quarter-final against France.
Wales deserve favouritism, says French coach
France head coach Jacques Brunel accepts that Wales are favourites to win Sunday’s World Cup quarter-final between the Six Nations rivals.
Tuchel unhappy despite PSG’s win over nine-man Nice
Paris St Germain coach Thomas Tuchel will demand improvements despite seeing his side extend their lead at the top of Ligue 1 with a 4-1 win at nine-man Nice.
Mixed feelings for Appleton after 10-man Lincoln held by Shrewsbury
Michael Appleton was left with mixed feelings after 10-man Lincoln’s 0-0 draw with Shrewsbury in Sky Bet League One.
Monk criticises officials over Cardiff’s late equaliser
Sheffield Wednesday manager Garry Monk criticised the officials after Lee Tomlin’s late free-kick ensured a 1-1 draw and prevented the Owls from moving into the Sky Bet Championship’s automatic promotion places.
Mellon hails team spirit after Tranmere fight back for point
Tranmere manager Micky Mellon saluted his side’s spirit and desire after they hit back to deservedly earn a 1-1 home draw against Southend.
It is absurd – Wolves manager Nuno critical of Christmas scheduling
Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo has criticised the scheduling of matches over the Christmas period.
Man City boss Guardiola concerned for players over revised Christmas schedule
Pep Guardiola has quipped he will have to put his Manchester City players in the fridge to cool off during their Christmas programme.
Pellegrini urges Hammers fans to have faith in Roberto
Manuel Pellegrini has urged West Ham fans to get behind stand-in goalkeeper Roberto.
Tottenham captaincy will come naturally to Kane – Pochettino
Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino expects “natural leader” Harry Kane to manage the responsibility of the captaincy without a problem.
Bruce hopes his Newcastle kids do alright in battle with Chelsea youngsters
Steve Bruce is relishing the opportunity to pitch his Newcastle kids into battle with Frank Lampard’s Chelsea youngsters.
Palace boss Hodgson hoping Benteke can build on Belgium goal
Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson is hopeful Christian Benteke’s goal for Belgium can act as a turning point for the striker, but warned he will need to score regularly for his club to win back his starting position.
If we don’t turn up we’re going home, Vunipola warns England team-mates
Billy Vunipola has stunned his England team-mates out of “fairyland” by declaring their World Cup could be over on Saturday.
Substitute Lee Tomlin snatches point for Cardiff against Sheffield Wednesday
Lee Tomlin salvaged a point for Cardiff and prevented Sheffield Wednesday moving into the Sky Bet Championship’s automatic promotion places.
Bolger sees red as Lincoln and Shrewsbury play out goalless stalemate
Cian Bolger was shown a straight red card as Lincoln and Shrewsbury played out a dour goalless draw at Sincil Bank.
Di Maria at the double as PSG put four past nine-man Nice
Angel Di Maria scored twice as Ligue 1 leaders Paris St Germain beat nine-man Nice 4-1.
Fast-finishing Bristol turn on style to crush Bath
Bristol secured the West Country bragging rights over Bath with a thumping 43-16 win before a record Ashton Gate crowd.
Mullin penalty earns Tranmere a point
An 85th-minute penalty from substitute Paul Mullin saw Tranmere come from behind to earn a 1-1 draw against Southend.
Murray reaches first semi-final in almost two and a half years
Andy Murray battled through to his first semi-final in almost two and a half years at the European Open in Antwerp.
Orient to talk to Ajax over Dutch club’s fans planning to attend game
Leyton Orient will speak to Ajax about travelling Dutch fans attending one of their home games after their plans to watch the Champions League match at Chelsea were scuppered by a UEFA sanction.
Nicolas Colsaerts soars into contention at Amundi Open de France
Former Ryder Cup player Nicolas Colsaerts is in contention for a first win since 2012 after claiming a share of the halfway lead in the Amundi Open de France.
Liverpool’s eight-point lead would be halved without VAR rulings
Liverpool return after the international break with an eight-point lead in the Premier League table – but without VAR, their advantage would have been halved.
