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Deontay Wilder v Tyson Fury: 40 seconds of 'Bronze Bomber' shouting at you

Deontay Wilder fights Tyson Fury in Los Angeles on Saturday night, and you can expect to hear a lot of the American's favourite 'bomb squad' catchphrase. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2KK7QL6

Marouane Fellaini is finally getting the credit he deserves - Jose Mourinho

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho says Marouane Fellaini is finally getting the credit he deserves after impressing in a number of positions. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QqIE1G

Blue Jays non-tender infielder Yangervis Solarte, making him an FA

The Toronto Blue Jays have non-tendered infielder Yangervis Solarte, who will become a free agent. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2zw6Q8T

Jose Mourinho: It's unfair to compare us with past Manchester United sides

Jose Mourinho accepts Manchester United must do better but feels it is unfair to compare the current side with the glory eras of the past. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2KKX6wf

Jon Rahm & Henrik Stenson lead in Bahamas as Tiger Woods avoids penalty

Jon Rahm and Henrik Stenson lead at 10-under at the Hero World Challenge, with Tiger Woods not penalised for a controversial shot. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q857RN

Cardiff City 2-1 Wolves: Junior Hoilett stunner takes hosts out of bottom three

Junior Hoilett produces a stunning winner as Cardiff come from goal down to beat Wolves and move out of the relegation zone. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q4uJ1H

Premiership: Harlequins beat Exeter Chiefs 28-26 to end leaders' unbeaten start

Harlequins inflict a first Premiership defeat of the season on leaders Exeter in an excellent match at Twickenham Stoop. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2TV1Zqx

Solihull Moors 0-0 Blackpool: Non-league side into third-round draw

Live coverage of Friday's The FA Cup game between Solihull Moors and Blackpool. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QyxQyE

Lindsey Vonn: US skier delays planned retirement at end of World Cup season

Three-time Olympic medallist Lindsey Vonn says she has postponed her plans to retire at the end of the season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BIdaM2

Fifa looks into Afghanistan women's football abuse claims

Fifa is looking into claims that members of the Afghanistan women's team suffered sexual and physical abuse by male employees. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q6sE5k

Fury v Wilder: Greatest comeback, fighting fit, Roach, Joshua and predictions

Tyson Fury will seek to be a world champion for the second time when he faces Deontay Wilder in a bout laced with talking points. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Pc9PbR

Liverpool v Everton: Best squad I've faced in Merseyside derby - Jurgen Klopp

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says his team will face the "best-tuned" Everton squad during his reign in Sunday's Merseyside derby. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P5IYhz

Fantasy football: Tips for picking your Premier League team

With December upon us are you happy with your fantasy team or panicking about the Christmas fixture list? Here are our tips for this week. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Rjj8bI

UK Championship: Ronnie O'Sullivan to adopt all or nothing approach

Six-time UK Championship winner Ronnie O'Sullivan says he has an all-or-nothing approach for what remains of his snooker career. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q9GQec

Cameroon stripped of hosting 2019 Africa Cup of Nations

Cameroon are stripped of hosting next year's Africa Cup of Nations, says the Confederation of African Football. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FR61gI

Deontay Wilder v Tyson Fury: American fighter says Fury is 'terrified'

Deontay Wilder tells BBC Sport's Ade Adedoyin that Tyson Fury is "scared, terrified" ahead of their fight on Sunday morning in Los Angeles. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2SjNjj3

International Boxing Association under IOC investigation as Tokyo 2020 plans frozen

Olympic chiefs begin an investigation into the "governance, ethics and financial management" of amateur boxing's governing body. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zwWRQZ

Force India: Lance Stroll confirms switch from Williams

Lance Stroll will switch from Williams to Force India for the 2019 season, joining the team his billionaire father helped rescue from administration. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2SiP2Fi

Premier League predictions: Lawro v Creed II star and Everton fan Dolph Lundgren

BBC Sport football expert Mark Lawrenson takes on Creed II star and Everton fan Dolph Lundgren to predict this week's Premier League results. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2SifZZS

Barcelona: Nou Camp to host Catalans Dragons v Wigan Warriors Super League match

Barcelona's Nou Camp will host rugby league for the first time in 2019, as Catalans Dragons face Super League champion Wigan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BIaJcH

La Liga takes Spanish FA to court over battle to play Girona-Barcelona in Miami

La Liga is taking the Spanish Football Association (RFEF) to court in its fight to play Girona's home league game against Barcelona in Miami. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2raOvK8

Unai Emery: Arsenal's boss is 'football obsessive' who 'makes or breaks you'

Arsenal, undefeated in 18 matches, are being led boldly into their next era by Unai Emery. But just who is the Spanish manager? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zteWPK

Tyson Fury: Losing his beard, Christmas pies and making love to the belt

Tyson Fury tells BBC Sport why he shaved his beard, what he's most looking forward to about Christmas and why he's not bothered about the belt he could win if he beats Deontay Wilder this weekend. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PbC9Le

Alexis Sanchez: Jose Mourinho fears Man Utd forward will be out for long time

Manchester United forward Alexis Sanchez could be out for a "long time" with a hamstring injury, says manager Jose Mourinho. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zB6EVY

'Seize the opportunity' - Advice to youngsters from Afoty nominees

Watch the nominees for this year's African footballer of the year award give their advice to young players dreaming of a career in football. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BHZmS4

Sonny Bill Williams: Ring girls asked to leave by All Blacks player

Models in bikinis leave a promotional event for a charity boxing match involving Sonny Bill Williams after he says he does not want them there. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DPVwYp

Naka Drotske: South Africa World Cup winner shot during robbery in Pretoria

Former South Africa international Naka Drotske is in a critical condition in hospital after being shot during a robbery in Pretoria. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Qqt2Lj

Steph Curry: Golden State Warriors star helps young girl wear his trainers

NBA superstar Steph Curry comes to the aid of a young fan who couldn't find a pair of his basketball trainers in a girls' size. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ayt35Z

Mohamed Salah, the Liverpool superstar giving away thousands to help Egyptians

Liverpool star Mohamed Salah and BBC African Footballer of the Year nominee is placing philanthropy firmly on the map in his homeland Egypt. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2So9dlv

Isaac Success: Watford forward signs new five-year deal

Nigeria forward Isaac Success has signed a new five-year contract with Watford to keep him at the club until 2023. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2E4lzfq

African Footballer Of The Year: Mohamed Salah's beautifully crafted goal for Liverpool

Watch 'African Footballer of the Year' nominee Mohamed Salah score a beautifully crafted goal for hs Liverpool against Tottenham. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2SjopQz

Wilder v Fury: George Foreman predicts the American to win but boxing greats are split

George Foreman predicts Deontay Wilder will beat Tyson Fury on points in their heavyweight title clash but many legends of the ring disagree. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2E5jb8g

UK Championship: Mark Selby beaten by amateur James Cahill in round one

World number one Mark Selby suffers a shock 6-3 first-round defeat by 126th seed James Cahill at the UK Championship. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2TS2NMZ

Copa Libertadores: River Plate v Boca Juniors moved to Bernabeu in Madrid

The second leg of the Copa Libertadores final between Boca Juniors and River Plate is moved to the Bernabeu. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2reIhZP

Rangers 0-0 Villarreal: Steven Gerrard's side draw after Daniel Candeias red

Ten-man Rangers are left needing to win in Austria to reach the Europa League last 32 after a 0-0 draw with Villarreal. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2E2yazB

Hero World Challenge: Patrick Cantlay & Patrick Reed three ahead, Tiger Woods eight back

Patrick Cantlay and Patrick Reed lead the Hero World Challenge by three shots, with Justin Rose five back and Tiger Woods eight adrift. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QwGUUI

Chelsea 4-0 PAOK Salonika: Olivier Giroud double seals Europa League group top spot

Olivier Giroud scores twice as Chelsea see off PAOK Salonika on the evening they secure top spot in Europa League Group L. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2RlbM7B

Rosenborg 0-1 Celtic: Scott Sinclair header helps side close in on knock-out stages

Scott Sinclair's header sees Celtic close in on a place in the Europa League knock-out stages after victory over Rosenborg in Trondheim. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2RnXa7A

Vorskla Poltava 0-3 Arsenal: Unai Emery's side secure top spot in Europa League Group E

Arsenal score three first-half goals to cruise past Vorskla Poltava in Kiev and secure top spot in Europa League Group E. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2r6y5lQ

Rosenborg 0-1 Celtic: Scott Sinclair header sees Scottish champions close in on knock-out stages

Scott Sinclair's header sees Celtic close in on a place in the Europa League knock-out stages after victory over Rosenborg in Trondheim. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P93ZrF

I will work my socks off at fourth-tier Macclesfield - Campbell

Sol Campbell tells Macclesfield fans that in him they have a manager who has been "one of the best players in the world" and will "work his socks off" for the club. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2TUKkiI

Sol Campbell: Macclesfield Town manager says appointment is not a gamble

New boss Sol Campbell says in him, Macclesfield have "an international footballer" who has been "one of the best players in the world". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q3nW8D

Schalke and police investigating alleged sex attack at Bundesliga game

A female fan claims she was sexually assaulted at a Bundesliga game and then told by a steward to "watch on television if she could not handle" it. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2KHRHpI

Manchester City survey fans about safe-standing season tickets

Manchester City have asked fans if they would be willing to pay up to £580 for a safe-standing season ticket at an expanded Etihad Stadium. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FNWyH0

The Last Stand: Gundeep Anand created the UK's coolest street football tournament

Gundeep Anand talks about how he created street football tournament The Last Stand to bring people together, and how social media has helped take it to a whole new level. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Rky1KP

David de Gea: Man Utd activate one-year extension on keeper's contract

Manchester United activate the one-year extension on Spain international goalkeeper David de Gea's contract. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2E3IeIE

Mithali Raj: India batter 'deeply saddened' by claims about her

India batter Mithali Raj says she is "deeply saddened and hurt" after a claim she "threw a lot of tantrums" at the Women's World Twenty20. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P9dc3b

PSG 2-1 Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp angered by antics from home players

Before, during or after a game, there is never a dull moment when Jurgen Klopp is around - and the German was angry after Liverpool's defeat by PSG. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2SgyUnL

Barcelona v Tottenham: Mauricio Pochettino believes Spurs can win

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino believes his team can beat Barcelona to reach the last 16 of the Champions League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zuSXbi

Tyson Fury: Boxer's father on his son's lifetime of battles before Wilder fight

Tyson Fury's father, John, describes the pride he feels before his son's world heavyweight championship fight with Deontay Wilder on Saturday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2KFBZuX

Cyprus clubs gave unidentified substances to players, says Fifpro

Three footballers have serious heart conditions after being given "unidentified substances" by their Cypriot clubs, claims FifPro. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2E32k5J

Eibar: The female president & football philosophy behind Real Madrid conquerors

Introducing the female president and the football philosophy behind Real Madrid's conquerors Eibar - the smallest team in the top five European leagues. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2radj4W

Shenzhen Half Marathon: Traffic cameras catch cheats taking shortcut

Almost 250 runners in the Shenzhen half marathon are caught cheating by traffic cameras that show them taking a shortcut through bushes. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FQvNl9

World Chess Championships: How Carlsen kept his World Chess crown... after 50 hours!

After fifty hours of tense play, world number one Magnus Carlsen beat world number two Fabiano Caruana in a tie-breaker event which contained 12 drawn games. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2r9Keql

Gritty: How a NHL mascot became an internet sensation

Meet Gritty: a polarising seven-foot orange monster taking social media and the NHL by storm. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2TUxf99

Jake White: Australia cancel call with South African amid pressure on Michael Cheika

World Cup-winning former South Africa coach Jake White initiates talks with Australia - but the Wallabies cancel them. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2AyknN1

How England salvaged their year - wagging tails, record sixes, and tight finishes

From a "mega-collapse" to eight wins in a row - BBC cricket statistician Andy Zaltzman analyses how England ended 2018 on such a high. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FKU3oE

Aaron Rai: the glove-wearing British Asian taking the golf world by storm

Aaron Rai won the Hong Kong Open wearing his trademark gloves and is one of several golfers of Indian descent taking the tour by storm. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BDUM7k

Ballybrack FC: Fernando LaFuente says he has been 'watching my own death'

Fernando LaFuente says he has been "watching my own death" after a club he had played for reported he had died. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2AA4oho

Wada officials visit Russia labs after doping scandal suspension

World Anti-Doping Agency officials hold talks with Russian officials and visited a suspended Moscow anti-doping laboratory. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Rfped8

Paris St-Germain 2-1 Liverpool: Klopp's side need to improve attack to make Champions League progress - Stephen Warnock

Liverpool will need to improve going forward if they are to keep their Champions League hopes alive, says former Reds defender Stephen Warnock. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P8gvaE

Chris Smalling: Spag bol, quinoa & avocados - Manchester United star's vegan favourites

Vegan spaghetti bolognese, quinoa & porridge - Manchester United centre-back Chris Smalling chats to Football Focus about what it's like to be vegan in the dressing room. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2KG5won

Napoli's Kalidou Koulibaly: the Senegalese who could have been world champion

Former France youth Kalidou Koulibaly has no regrets about choosing Senegal above the reigning world champions. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BEa7Vt

African Footballer Of The Year: Kalidou Koulibaly's booming header for Napoli

Watch 'African Footballer of the Year' nominee and Senegal international Kalidou Koulibaly score a booming header for Napoli against Juventus. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q59gpp

Tottenham 1-0 Inter Milan: Christian Eriksen scores late winner for home team

Tottenham can still qualify for the Champions League knockout stages after a late Christian Eriksen winner against Inter Milan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2SePN22

Champions League: PSG 2-1 Liverpool

Liverpool face a nervy battle to reach the Champions League knockout stage after suffering a damaging defeat against an impressive Paris St-Germain. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2RffPCk

PSV Eindhoven 1-2 Barcelona: La Liga side top Champions League group with game to spare

Barcelona's 2-1 victory at PSV Eindhoven ensures they will reach the Champions League knockout stage as Group B winners. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2E2EnvA

Aston Villa 5-5 Nottingham Forest: Tammy Abraham scores four in 10-goal draw

Aston Villa and 10-man Nottingham Forest play out an incredible 10-goal draw as Tammy Abraham hits four for the hosts. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BFd3kv

Deontay Wilder v Tyson Fury: Press conference descends into chaos

Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder's final news conference descended into chaos as they clashed on stage three days before their heavyweight bout. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BDyT88

Atletico Madrid 2-0 Monaco: Antoine Griezmann on target as hosts progress

Antoine Griezmann scores to help Atletico Madrid beat Monaco and reach the last 16 of the Champions League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Rj1FjB

Vorskla Poltava v Arsenal: Hosts throw doubt on Arsenal game going ahead

Uefa says it is "working to ensure" Arsenal's Europa League tie with Vorskla Poltava will take place in Kiev on Thursday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2SkeNVZ

Jose Mourinho water bottle incident: No action over celebration

Jose Mourinho will face no action over throwing a crate of water bottles in celebration of Manchester United's late winner against Young Boys. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FW0KnU

AEK Athens v Ajax: Greek side charged by Uefa for crowd disturbances

Greek side AEK Athens are charged with throwing objects and crowd disturbances during Tuesday's Champions League home defeat by Ajax. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FLTMlo

Conor McGregor: UFC fighter banned from driving for six months and fined

UFC fighter Conor McGregor has been banned from driving for six months after pleading guilty to speeding. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2TUQlvG

Robbie Keane calls time on professional playing career

Former Republic of Ireland striker and record goalscorer Robbie Keane announces his retirement from professional football. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BDVIIV

Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp excited by translator's 'erotic' voice

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp compliments the translator's "erotic voice" during a pre-match press conference ahead of their Champions League clash against PSG. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ats7js

Man Utd 1-0 Young Boys: Critics should try management - Jose Mourinho

Man Utd boss Jose Mourinho is unhappy with criticism of his reaction to Marcus Rashford missing a chance during their 1-0 win over Young Boys. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2RlDIrR

Tyson Fury: Boxer's incredible weight-loss before Deontay Wilder fight

BBC Sport discovers how Tyson Fury lost 10 stone over the past 12 months, through training and a highly unconventional diet. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FMOVkd

Jose Mourinho: The bottle-throwing, stat-trashing, De Gea-loving one

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho celebrates like Kurt Cobain before launching into a spiky defence of his record after the win over Young Boys. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2AuuZfR

Cricket Australia: Earl Eddings named permanent chairman

Earl Eddings is named permanent chairman of Cricket Australia following the resignation of David Peever. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2SkdWVj

Alexander Wurz to lead all-female W Series selection programme

Ex-Formula 1 driver Alexander Wurz will lead the assessment programme the new all-female W Series will use to select competitors. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2E2DC5o

Juventus' Medhi Benatia: Moroccan was expelled by France's top academy but still made it to top

Expelled from France's top academy as a teenager, Morocco captain Medhi Benatia took the long road to the top. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FM7Awf

Kick It Out says reports of racism and homophobia continue to rise

Reports of discriminatory abuse in football increased 11% last season - a sixth successive annual rise. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BB5trc

Man Utd 1-0 Young Boys: Jose Mourinho's problems not ended by win - Chris Sutton

Manchester United are into the last 16 of the Champions League but even winning brings questions for boss Jose Mourinho, says BBC Radio 5 live’s Chris Sutton. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2r7Gndk

African Footballer Of The Year: Medhi Benatia's determined goal for Juventus against Roma

Watch African Footballer of the Year nominee and Morocco international Medhi Benatia score a determined goal for Juventus against Roma. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2r8mwus

Bayern Munich 5-1 Benfica: Robert Lewandowski passes 50 Champions League goals

Robert Lewandowski surpassed 50 Champions League goals as Bayern Munich cruised past Benfica to book their place in the knockout stages. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BAaFeH

Roma 0-2 Real Madrid: Bale goal helps holders through as group winners

Gareth Bale's goal set Real Madrid on their way to victory over Roma in the Champions League as they cemented their position at the top of Group G. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2r77ncW

Manchester United 1-0 Young Boys: Marouane Fellaini's late strike sends United through

Marouane Fellaini secured a late victory for Manchester United against Young Boys as Jose Mourinho's men qualified for the Champions League knockout stages. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BzYRJB

Lyon 2-2 Manchester City

Sergio Aguero rescues a draw in Lyon as Manchester City reach the Champions League last 16 and keep finishing top of Group F in their own hands. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QoJADB

Carabao Cup: Leicester City beat Southampton on penalties

Leicester beat Southampton 6-5 on penalties to set up a Carabao Cup quarter-final tie with Manchester City. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FENYdG

3rd strike: MGM is MLB's official gaming partner after NBA, NHL

MGM Resorts has made its third deal in four months with a major U.S. sports league, becoming Major League Baseball's official gaming partner in the U.S. and Japan. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2P7JU50

AEK Athens v Ajax: Firebomb, violence & police clashes during game

A firebomb was thrown and police clashed with Ajax supporters during the Dutch club's 2-0 Champions League win at AEK Athens. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ArAfky

Probe launched after club falsely reports player's death

An investigation is launched by the Leinster Senior League after a Dublin club falsely reports the death of one of its players. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DNJoXV

Ian Wright: Ex-England striker on troubled childhood and becoming a pro

Ian Wright opens up on his childhood, having to deal with a cruel stepfather and the teacher that changed his life. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2AuqDp9

UK Championship: Ding Junhui and Neil Robertson ease into round two

Two-time winners Ding Junhui and Neil Robertson both ease through the first round of the UK Championship in York. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2KARJ2z

Sophia Florsch: 17-year-old F3 crash driver on 'new chapter'

Sophia Florsch has left hospital after a horrific, high-speed, Formula 3 crash in the Macau Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Riz4uW

Rebuilding Giants open to dealing ace lefty Bumgarner: report

Pitcher Madison Bumgarner, a pillar of the World Series championship teams in San Francisco, could be traded by the Giants. Milwaukee, Philadelphia and Atlanta reportedly have shown interest in the four-time all-star. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2ApKaqI

River Plate v Boca Juniors: Postponed Copa Libertadores final second leg will not be held in Argentina

The postponed Copa Libertadores final second leg between River Plate and Boca Juniors will take place on 8 or 9 December but will not be held in Argentina. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P2s83b

The Prince And I: the story of the last Thai F1 driver

Alexander Albon will do well to match the life achievements of Thailand's only other F1 driver, Prince Birabongse Bhanudej Bhanubandh. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Sg8t1I

Borussia Dortmund bus attack: Sergei Wenergold jailed

Sergei Wenergold is given 14 years for attacking the Borussia Dortmund football team bus in 2017. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BAIVqh

Sol Campbell: Macclesfield Town name ex-England defender as manager

Ex-England defender Sol Campbell is named manager of Macclesfield Town, the bottom club in the English Football League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zu4XtE

Referee attacks: Keith Hackett wants life bans for players who assault officials

Assaults on referees should result in clubs being expelled from competitions and players being banned for life, says former top official Keith Hackett. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2E3B5YS

Pakistan v New Zealand: Yasir Shah takes 14 wickets in innings win for Pakistan

Yasir Shah claims the second best match figures by a Pakistan bowler as they beat New Zealand by an innings and 16 runs in the second Test. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PVNtjX

Jolyon Palmer column: My star Formula 1 drivers of the 2018 season

Jolyon Palmer picks out his top three drivers of the year, looks forward to a mouth-watering 2019 and pays tribute to a departing "legend". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DXUV7Z

Burnley 1-2 Newcastle: We must keep confidence high - Rafa Benitez

Rafael Benitez says Newcastle's 2-1 at Burnley was "almost perfect", and calls on his side to "keep the confidence high". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2r5OjvC

Burnley 1-2 Newcastle: Clarets mentality is not an issue, says Sean Dyche

Sean Dyche says mentality is not an issue with his Burnley side, but admits they "need to get results" following their 2-1 defeat to Newcastle at Turf Moor. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FFJvr5

Sam Burgess says individual egos and selfish players cost England at World Cup

Sam Burgess says "individual egos and selfish players" were to blame for England's group-stage exit from the 2015 World Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QkA5W0

European Super League: How Barcelona, Bayern Munich and basketball feature

Barcelona against Bayern Munich happens regularly every season - in basketball. But will football follow the lead? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BAusdW

UK Championship: Stuart Bingham says snooker in catch-22 over betting

Snooker is in a catch-22 situation in being sponsored by betting companies as "it would not be a sport without them", says ex-world champion Stuart Bingham. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2r5V8NF

Joe Schmidt: Out-going coach's lasting legacy on Irish rugby

Joe Schmidt's influence on Irish rugby spreads far beyond the achievements on the field and will be felt long after he returns to New Zealand. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DZyak1

Atletico Madrid's Thomas Partey: The midfielder who left Africa in secret to move to Spain

From dusty pitches in Ghana to the Europa League final, Thomas Partey has come along way on his footbaling journey. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zvSYvo

Burnley 1-2 Newcastle United: Magpies expose defensive frailties to win third successive game

Newcastle move up to 13th in the Premier League as they capitalise on Burnley's defensive frailties to record their third successive victory. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FUrLZh

Ashley Cole: LA Galaxy release former Arsenal, Chelsea and England left-back

Former England left-back Ashley Cole is released by LA Galaxy after his contract at the Major League Soccer club expires. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ScAyH1

Searching for Stroman: Fan has special encounter with Jays pitcher on Signal Hill

When Patrick Dove saw Blue Jays pitcher Marcus Stroman was visiting St. John's on Monday, he couldn't miss a chance to meet one of his favourite baseball players. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2ScFk7C

Alarm clock sparks Springbok rugby team hotel bomb scare

Suspicions were aroused by a ticking clock in a laundry bag belonging to one of the players. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2TMd658

Braves make free agent splash with Josh Donaldson, Brian McCann

The Atlanta Braves added a pair of free agents following their first division title in five years, agreeing to one-year contracts with third baseman Josh Donaldson and catcher Brian McCann. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2QqgsM6

Nathan Gorman: British heavyweight a 'big hairy baby' says next opponent Alex Leapai

Undefeated British heavyweight Nathan Gorman - the cousin of Tyson Fury - has been described as a "big hairy baby" by his next opponent Alex Leapai. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Rg0DF5

Alexander Albon signs for Toro Rosso for 2019

Red Bull junior team Toro Rosso has signed Alexander Albon, competing their line-up for 2019. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DXLF3t

Deontay Wilder v Tyson Fury: I'm a leader, king & true soldier - WBC heavyweight champion

Deontay Wilder talks to BBC Sport about who motivates him, a future career on the big screen and which legend he wants to emulate. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DK2w93

NFL week 12 review: Pittsburgh Steelers' winning streak ends at Denver Broncos

An unlikely interception from the Denver Broncos' Shelby Harris ends the Pittsburgh Steelers' winning run as records tumble in the NFL. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Qn80gG

Manchester United players earning half a million more than Manchester City rivals

Manchester United's average player wages top rivals Manchester City by half a million, according to new data. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DKGcw0

Gianluca Vialli: Former Chelsea striker and manager reveals he faced cancer

Ex Chelsea and Watford manager Gianluca Vialli, who says he is now well, hopes to inspire others with his book about living with cancer. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BykIkA

Nobody leads dressing room celebrations like Diego Maradona

Head coach Diego Maradona celebrates with his Sinaloa Dorados team after reaching the final of the Ascenso MX - the Mexican second tier. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2r4nXu9

Copa Libertadores: River Plate 'mafia' blamed for Boca Juniors bus attack

River Plate hooligans are blamed for an attack on the Boca Juniors bus before the Copa Libertadores final second leg. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Rcj1yz

Autumn Tests: Jeremy Guscott's verdict on England, Wales, Ireland & Scotland

Jeremy Guscott runs the rule over England, Wales, Ireland and Scotland and picks his team of the autumn. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Rg74YM

Pakistan bowl New Zealand out for 90 as Yasir Shah takes eight wickets

Pakistan leg-spinner Yasir Shah took a career-best eight wickets to bowl New Zealand out for 90 on the third day of the second Test in Dubai. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PU5nDD

Sophia Florsch returns to Germany and starts 'new chapter' after F3 crash

Formula 3 driver Sophia Florsch says she is starting a "new chapter" as she returns to Germany following her high-speed crash in Macau. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P4ru4X

Sri Lanka v England: Tourists hold nerve to secure series whitewash

England hold their nerve to complete a first series whitewash in Sri Lanka with victory by 42 runs in the third Test in Colombo. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ztmxxG

Andy Farrell to replace Joe Schmidt as Ireland coach after World Cup

Joe Schmidt is to stand down as Ireland coach after the 2019 World Cup and will be replaced by defence coach Andy Farrell. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2KzTMUr

Commonwealth Games 2022: ICC wants women's T20 at Birmingham Games

Cricket's world governing body submits a bid for women's Twenty20 cricket to be included at the 2022 Commonwealth Games. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P37yj8

Sadio Mane, Afoty 2018 nominee: 'Unassuming, shy and deadly in front of goal'

An Afoty nomination caps a fine 12 months for club and country for Liverpool's Senegal forward Sadio Mane. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2r0CSp8

Is Ozil’s Arsenal place in doubt and do Chelsea have a Kante conundrum?

MOTD2 pundit Matt Upson looks at how the Gunners’ new formation helped them beat Bournemouth without Mesut Ozil and examines whether the Blues should keep N'Golo Kante in his new advanced role. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2KvFVyj

Daryl Gurney beats Michael Van Gerwen in PDC Players Championship final

Northern Ireland's Daryl Gurney claims the second major title of his career with victory over Michael van Gerwen at the Players Championship. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ScYnP8

Garth Crooks' team of the week: Leroy Sane, Dele Alli, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Andre Gomes

Who showed composure and leadership? Which player is really a bit special? And who has a spring in his step again? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Bwr7wJ

Copa Libertadores: The 36 hours that shamed Argentine football

It was to be the biggest match in the world - but after River Plate fans attacked the Boca Juniors bus, the postponed Copa Libertadores final has shamed Argentina, writes Mani Djazmi. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ztNAch

World Rugby Awards: Ireland's Johnny Sexton and Joe Schmidt named player and coach of the year

Ireland cap the greatest year in their rugby history by sweeping the board at the World Rugby awards in Monte Carlo. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DGcIiO

Premier League stats: Manchester United's goals have dried up since Sir Alex Ferguson left

Man Utd's struggles in front of goal continue, plus the best of the Premier League stats. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PTaaoN

Sevilla top La Liga ahead of Barcelona after beating Real Valladolid

Sevilla go one point clear of Barcelona at the top of La Liga following victory over mid-table Real Valladolid. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zrVumy

McCarthy 'happy' with FAI's Kenny succession plan

New Republic of Ireland manager Mick McCarthy says he has no issues with the FAI's plans to replace him with Stephen Kenny after Euro 2020. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DWqejk

Copa Libertadores: Boca Juniors call for final against River plate to be delayed further

Boca Juniors have asked for Sunday's rescheduled Copa Libertadores second leg against River Plate to be delayed further. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P2i8qu

John Antwi: Ghanaian becomes top foreign scorer in Egyptian history

Ghanaian striker John Antwi hits a hat-trick for Misr Lel-Makkasa on Sunday to become the top foreign goalscorer in Egyptian history with 63 goals. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2RaDtjl

Bournemouth 1-2 Arsenal: Gunners win to move within a point of top four

Arsenal move to within one point of the top four and extend their unbeaten run to 17 games with victory at Bournemouth. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2TD75aV

Lewis Hamilton ends season with Abu Dhabi win

Lewis Hamilton ends his fifth title-winning F1 season with victory at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FCHg7F

Women's World Twenty20: England 'didn't turn up' in defeat by Australia

England women were "nowhere near their best" in their crushing loss to Australia in the World Twenty20 final, says ex-captain Charlotte Edwards. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P3tkTQ

San Francisco 49ers release Reuben Foster after domestic violence arrest

The San Francisco 49ers release linebacker Reuben Foster after he was arrested on Saturday on suspicion of domestic violence. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2SasPt6

Republic of Ireland: McCarthy named manager with Kenny taking over in 2020

Mick McCarthy is named Republic of Ireland manager but will be succeeded by Stephen Kenny after the Euro 2020 campaign. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FHtCAx

Parents face 'constant battle' to keep children off screens says new Sport England boss

The new head of Sport England tells the BBC one of his key tasks will be to help parents in the "constant battle" to get their children off screens and more active. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2KyhEI3

Aston Villa 4-2 Birmingham City: Hosts win six-goal Second City derby thriller

Aston Villa come from behind to beat Birmingham City in one of the finest Second City derbies ever played. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2RcWvFY

England 37-18 Australia: Eddie Jones refuses to criticise controversial Owen Farrell tackle

England head coach Eddie Jones refuses to criticise captain Owen Farrell for a controversial tackle after his side beat Australia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DIbeoj

Sri Lanka v England: Tourists near series whitewash after punishing hosts on day three

England move a step closer to a first series whitewash in Sri Lanka after punishing the sloppy hosts on day three of the third Test in Colombo. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2TIOytO

Australia v India: Virat Kohli's unbeaten 61 helps tourists draw T20 series

Virat Kohli's masterful unbeaten 61 helps India beat Australia by six wickets in Sydney to draw the Twenty20 series 1-1. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zplAXs

Kal Yafai defends WBA title as Denis Lebedev & Dmitry Bivol also win

Kal Yafai defends his WBA super-flyweight title for a fourth time by beating Israel Gonzalez, as Denis Lebedev and Dmitry Bivol also win. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2AjGRkW

Women's World T20: Australia thrash England by eight wickets to claim title in Antigua

Australia claim an emphatic eight-wicket victory over England to secure their fourth Women's World Twenty20 title in Antigua. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2r5yl4Q

Copa Libertadores final postponed after team bus attack

Clashes delay one of Argentina's biggest games, between Boca Juniors and River Plate. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2S8rKBW

France 21-14 Fiji: Pacific Islanders record first every victory over France

Fiji claim their first ever win over France with a surprise 21-14 victory over the 2011 World Cup runners-up at the Stade de France. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Rc1CpU

Atletico Madrid 1-1 Barcelona: Ousmane Dembele gets last-minute equaliser for Barca

Ousmane Dembele's late equaliser cancels out Diego Costa's header and keeps Barcelona top of La Liga. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P3k6a2

Abu Dhabi GP: All you need to know

Formula 1 prepares to say goodbye to Fernando Alonso, but at the same time is already moving on. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FGDWc1

Tottenham 3-1 Chelsea: Mauricio Pochettino says Spurs 'can do big things'

Tottenham Hotspur boss Mauricio Pochettino says they 'can do big things' after their impressive 3-1 win against Chelsea at Wembley. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P1xMCr

Tottenham 3-1 Chelsea: Blues played very badly - Maurizio Sarri

Maurizio Sarri says his Chelsea team played "very badly" and admits they have "problems to solve" after they were convincingly beaten 3-1 by Tottenham at Wembley. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PPfABk

Copa Libertadores final: Attack on Boca bus delays kick-off

Copa Libertadores final kick-off delayed by an hour after attack on the Boca Juniors team bus by River Plate fans. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PVxumd

Tottenham Hotspur 3-1 Chelsea

Tottenham outplay Chelsea to inflict the Blues' first Premier League defeat of the season and move above their opponents in the table. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QhDUv4

Juventus 2-0 SPAL: Cristiano Ronaldo scores 10th Juve goal in win

Cristiano Ronaldo scores his 10th Juventus goal as they beat SPAL to remain unbeaten at the top of Serie A. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2r2XA7N

Republic of Ireland: Kenny to replace McCarthy as manager in 2020

Mick McCarthy will be unveiled as Republic of Ireland boss on Sunday but he will be replaced by Stephen Kenny after the Euro 2020 finals. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PTlVeU

PSG 1-0 Toulouse: Champions win 14th consecutive Ligue 1 game

PSG warm up for their game against Liverpool by beating Toulouse to extend their record-breaking start to the Ligue 1 season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PRpaDY

Bayern Munich 3-3 Fortuna Dusseldorf: Dodi Lukebakio's hat-trick stuns champions

Dodi Lukebakio's hat-trick increases the pressure on Bayern Munich boss Niko Kovac as lowly Fortuna Dusseldorf earn a surprise draw. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Bvtpfy

Watford 0-3 Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp praises 'stubborn' Reds

Jurgen Klopp says his Liverpool team "stayed stubborn" and "had to work" for their 3-0 win over Watford at Vicarage Road. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2TJXCib

Manchester United 0-0 Crystal Palace: Jose Mourinho rues 'lack of intensity'

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says his side did not have enough intensity during their 0-0 draw with Crystal Palace. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DJ3xhx

Manchester United 0-0 Crystal Palace: Eagles frustrate Mourinho's men

Manchester United suffer more frustration as they are held to a goalless draw by a spirited Crystal Palace, and fail to win at Old Trafford for the sixth time this season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2r4ULmG

Watford 0-3 Liverpool: Mohamed Salah scores as 10-man Reds win at Vicarage Road

Mohamed Salah sets Liverpool on their way to victory over Watford to keep them within two points of Manchester City at the top of the Premier League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FO6MHw

England 37-18 Australia: Eddie Jones' men end 2018 with third win of Autumn

England pull away in the second half to beat Australia 37-18 at Twickenham and claim their third victory of the autumn. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PJKZFj

ATP and Davis Cup joint event could happen - David Haggerty

International Tennis Federation president David Haggerty is "confident" a revamped Davis Cup and the new ATP Team Cup can join forces. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QezGV4

Italy 3-66 New Zealand: All Blacks thrash hosts with 10-try rout in Rome

World champions New Zealand recover from last week's defeat by Ireland with a convincing 66-3 win against Italy in Rome. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DH7IKW

Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos 'vehemently opposed' to doping

Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos strongly denies doping after a report that he breached the rules after the 2017 Champions League final in Cardiff. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zolOxM

Lewis Hamilton: Abu Dhabi pole for British world champion

Lewis Hamilton takes his 83rd career pole position for Sunday's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DF1bjY

Hamilton Academical 0-3 Celtic: Champions move three points clear at the top

Celtic open up a three-point lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership after a comfortable victory at Hamilton Accies. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2SgtGZt

Eibar 3 Real Madrid 0: Santiago Solari's winning start ends with dismal defeat

Santiago Solari's winning start as Real Madrid coach ends with a dismal defeat at Eibar as the Basque outfit claim their first La Liga win over their opponents. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DIA7jW

Liverpool defenders Virgil van Dijk & Joe Gomez could be among best ever - Martin Keown

Football Focus' Martin Keown says Liverpool defenders Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez could become one of the best partnerships the Premier League has ever seen. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DGyovi

Mick McCarthy expected to be named as new Republic of Ireland manager

The new Republic of Ireland manager is to be announced on Sunday with former boss Mick McCarthy widely expected to be appointed for a second spell. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DHopG0

Sri Lanka v England: Tourists on top after hosts collapse on day two

England took control of the third Test with eight wickets in the final session of day two as Sri Lanka tamely collapsed in Colombo. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2r4J8MG

Women's World T20 final: England want to 'go down in history'

England captain Heather Knight says beating Australia in the World T20 final is a "chance to cement ourselves in history". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BuZ4O6

World Cup of Golf: Belgium's Thomas Pieters and Thomas Detry extend lead

Thomas Pieters and Thomas Detry extend their lead to five strokes after the third round of the World Cup of Golf. in Melbourne, Australia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P0ittP

Dan Lydiate: Wales flanker doubtful to face South Africa

Wales have a late fitness doubt over flanker Dan Lydiate for their final autumn series game against South Africa. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2R8JMnF

Phil Mickelson beats Tiger Woods on 22nd hole in $9m showdown

Phil Mickelson claims the $9m winner-takes-all prize in a dramatic duel with Tiger Woods which goes to the 22nd hole. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2AiBWR5

Premier League predictions: Lawro v Mumford & Sons

BBC Sport football expert Mark Lawrenson takes on Mumford & Sons to predict this weekend's Premier League results. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qYZEh3

Rugby World Cup: Canada beat Hong Kong to secure final place in Japan

Canada have secured the final spot at next year's Rugby World Cup in Japan after beating Hong Kong 27-10. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zlwL3e

Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos 'did not breach anti-doping rules' after Champions League final

Real Madrid deny captain Sergio Ramos broke anti-doping rules after the 2017 Champions League final in Cardiff. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qZl7q8

Didier Drogba: 'Mourinho changed my life, he is someone really special to me'

Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba feels their 2004-05 team, who won the league for the first time in 50 years, will be remembered forever. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2AfV2HK

Jose Mourinho: 'Manchester United can be in top four by end of year'

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says his side can break into the Premier League's top four by the end of December. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2KuWbQ6

Davis Cup: Borna Coric beats Jeremy Chardy to put Croatia 1-0 ahead

World number 12 Borna Coric beats Jeremy Chardy to put Croatia 1-0 up in the Davis Cup final against hosts France. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2R6Grp1

Benjamin Mendy: Manchester City defender faces three months out

Manchester City defender Benjamin Mendy faces up to three months out of action following knee surgery. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PSBEv1

Paco Alcacer: Borussia Dortmund sign Barcelona striker for £22.7m

Borussia Dortmund sign Paco Alcacer from Barcelona after activating a £22.7m option in his loan deal following his prolific start to the season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zjyCFG

Abu Dhabi GP: Valtteri Bottas fastest as Red Bull show pace

Mercedes driver Valtteri Bottas heads Red Bull's Max Verstappen in second practice at the season-closing Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2AhruJK

Women's FC Basel team not invited to club anniversary gala

The female players sold tombola tickets while the men's team had a three-course meal at the event. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PQS6vC

Glenn Hoddle: Former England boss out of hospital following cardiac arrest

Former England manager Glenn Hoddle leaves hospital following his cardiac arrest in October. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2S65bOr

Sadio Mane's Liverpool deal a statement - Jurgen Klopp

Forward Sadio Mane's new contract at Liverpool is a sign of the Anfield club's progress, says manager Jurgen Klopp. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FC7Xtb

Neymar & Kylian Mbappe could return for Paris St-Germain v Liverpool

Neymar and Kylian Mbappe will not play against Toulouse on Saturday but PSG boss Thomas Tuchel says they could face Liverpool on Wednesday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PPMphp

Sri Lanka v England: Jonny Bairstow hits sublime century on return

Jonny Bairstow hits a superb century on his England return before late wickets check the tourists' progress on day one of the third Test against Sri Lanka. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Aec6Oj

David Pocock out of England v Australia Test with neck injury

Australia back-row forward David Pocock withdraws from Saturday's Test against England with a neck injury. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2R6OQZK

Watch: Tevez hugs Boca Juniors pitch invader

Carlos Tevez steps in when a pitch invader is tackled by police during a packed-out Boca Juniors training session in Argentina. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DIhlJ8

England v Australia: Why have Wallabies lost their way?

With less than a year to go until the Rugby World Cup, can coach Michael Cheika pull Australia out of their slump? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FDm4yA

Abu Dhabi GP: Max Verstappen top in first practice

Max Verstappen leads a Red Bull one-two in first practice at the season-closing Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DVGvFt

Jose Izquierdo: Brighton forward on love for lost brother and 'the pet pig'

Jose Izquierdo opens up to BBC Sport about his fascinating career, the loss of his brother and the fame of his micro-pig Peter. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OYxNqW

Erik Guay: Canadian skier retires after team-mate breaks leg in crash

Canadian skier Erik Guay announces his immediate retirement after watching a team-mate's season end in a training crash. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2S7rLWL

N'Golo Kante: Chelsea midfielder signs new five-year deal

Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante signs a new five-year deal to keep him at the club until 2023. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P31FCE

World Cup of Golf: Belgium's Thomas Pieters and Thomas Detry join leaders

Thomas Pieters and Thomas Detry move into a share of the lead after the second round of the World Cup of Golf. in Melbourne, Australia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2r2BSka

Rafael Benitez: Does Newcastle Utd manager have St James' Park future?

Rafael Benitez's contract expires in the summer and, with little financial backing forthcoming, Guillem Balague asks whether he might leave – or even be sacked. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qZip3M

Liverpool and Egypt's Mohamed Salah: African Footballer of the Year 2018 nominee

BBC Sport profiles Egypt and Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah, a nominee for the BBC African Footballer of the Year award 2018. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zp4XuP

Women's World T20: England beat India to move into final

England cruise into the Women's World T20 final - where they will face Australia - after a dominant eight-wicket win over India in Antigua. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PLyTvo

Women's World T20: Australia beat West Indies to reach final

Australia move into the final of the Women's World T20 as they comfortably beat hosts West Indies by 71 runs. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DDgDNr

Sadio Mane: Senegal forward agrees new long-term Liverpool deal

Liverpool and Senegal forward Sadio Mane agrees terms on a new long-term deal which will keep him at Anfield until 2023. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DHABXB

Tiger Woods v Phil Mickelson: A glimpse into the future of TV golf?

Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson take part in a $9m winner-takes-all matchplay showdown on Friday - but opinion is divided on its merits. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2R1qEYC

Patrice Evra: 'Sucking the toes of the chicken was too far'

Having provoked a huge reaction on social media, Patrice Evra apologises for taking it too far when he sucked a raw chicken leg. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QgCAZn

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt to announce future next week

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt says he will reveal next week whether he will commit his long-term future to Ireland or return to his native New Zealand. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FzRANK

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix: Max Verstappen defends Esteban Ocon altercation at Brazilian Grand Prix

Max Verstappen defends his "normal response" after he shoved Esteban Ocon when the Frenchman had denied him a likely win at the Brazilian GP. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DFHvwu

Ashley Watson: Gymnast sets horizontal bar backflip record

The Great Britain gymnast from Leeds propelled himself 5.87m (19ft 3.1in) between horizontal bars. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qYRVzx

Leicester City boss Claude Puel says it is time to focus on football

Leicester City manager Claude Puel says it is time to "restore all focus on football" as they move on from the death of their owner. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2S6uLTh

England v Australia: Manu Tuilagi on bench as Jamie George starts

England centre Manu Tuilagi is set to make his long-anticipated Test return after being named on the bench to face Australia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2r2sMDX

Robert Kubica: Polish driver to make F1 comeback with Williams in 2019

Robert Kubica is to race for Williams in 2019, completing a remarkable comeback eight years after a rally accident that nearly killed him. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zl0yZE

World Cup of Golf: England's Tyrrell Hatton and Ian Poulter in joint lead

England's Tyrrell Hatton and Ian Poulter hold a share of the lead after the first round of the World Cup of Golf in Australia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FxStGU

LeBron James inspires LA Lakers in late comeback on return to Cleveland Cavaliers

LeBron James marks his return to Cleveland with 32 points and 14 rebounds as his LA Lakers side beat the Cavaliers 109-105. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DAfAOl

Fernando Alonso: The end at Ferrari & another wrong decision leads back to McLaren

In part four of our Fernando Alonso series, hell hath no fury like a Ferrari driver scorned when the prancing horse's head is turned by a new suitor. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QbgJm9

Atletico Madrid and Ghana's Thomas Partey: African Footballer of the Year 2018 nominee

BBC Sport profiles Ghana and Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey, a nominee for the BBC African Footballer of the Year award 2018. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2R1BVIv

'Planet Zlatan' - Ibrahimovic on Pogba, life in LA and his 'ugly' feet

Fresh from his debut MLS season, Zlatan Ibrahimovic opens up on his life and stellar career to BBC Radio 5 live's Football Daily. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2AeZLcn

England v Australia: Jack Nowell set to miss out, Joe Cokanasiga to come in

England wing Jack Nowell is set to be ruled out of Saturday's match against Australia at Twickenham with a hamstring injury. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2TwoPVf

Didier Drogba: Chelsea and Ivory Coast legend retires from playing

Chelsea legend Didier Drogba confirms his retirement from playing, ending "an amazing 20 years". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Kvg2it

Nicklas Bendtner: Ex-Arsenal striker drops appeal against jail sentence

Ex-Arsenal striker Nicklas Bendtner drops his appeal against a 50-day jail sentence for assaulting a taxi driver. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OYBNrz

Daniele Bracciali: Italian player gets life ban for tennis match-fixing

Former top-50 player Daniele Bracciali gets a life ban for match-fixing, while fellow Italian Potito Starace is suspended for 10 years. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DAtz6I

Olympic boxing: Wladimir Klitschko wants changes to ensure Tokyo 2020 participation

Ex-world heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko calls for changes to how boxing is organised at the Olympic Games, to protect the sport's future. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ag8fjw

Scotland v Argentina: Gregor Townsend makes eight changes

Scotland coach Gregor Townsend makes eight changes to his side to face Argentina in the final autumn Test. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2r07qax

Pep Guardiola: Man City boss warned by FA over Anthony Taylor comments

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has been warned by the FA after he spoke about referee Anthony Taylor before the Manchester derby. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DNaO0I

Roger Federer: Rafael Nadal's ex-coach says the Swiss won't win a Grand Slam in 2019

Roger Federer will not win a Grand Slam next year, according to the uncle and former coach of long-time rival Rafael Nadal. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qZyczO

F1 gossip: Kubica, Verstappen, Schumacher, Wolff, Horner

Kubica agrees Williams deal, Verstappen will be champion but 'cares about nobody', Wolff's Mercedes plea, plus more F1 gossip. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qU1U9u

Australia v India: Marcus Stoinis holds nerve to seal thrilling win

Australia hold on for a thrilling four-run victory over India in the first Twenty20 international in Brisbane. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PJno7x

O'Neill and Keane leave Republic roles

Manager Martin O'Neill and his assistant Roy Keane part company with the Republic of Ireland. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QdrILP

Tiger Woods v Phil Mickelson: Face-off aborted before pay-per-view duel

Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson's bid to "talk smack" ahead of their winners-takes-all clash in Las Vegas ends in laughs and handshakes. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FyY7Iy

Sri Lanka v England: James Anderson rested, Stuart Broad and Jonny Bairstow return

Fast bowler James Anderson will be rested for England's third Test against Sri Lanka and replaced by Stuart Broad. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2R2hsDd

Ryan Giggs: Wales boss angered by 'complacent' display in Albania

Wales manager Ryan Giggs is scathing in his criticism of his "complacent" players after a 1-0 friendly defeat in Albania. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QYbALh

Fernando Alonso: The Ferrari years and the championships that got away

In part three of our Fernando Alonso series, Ferrari offers a new lease of life and a chance to become a legend at the Italian team - but what went wrong? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2TtHgKd

Venus Williams agrees settlement in fatal Florida car crash

Tennis star Venus Williams reaches an agreement over a collision that resulted in a man's death. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2TuYHdp

France 1-0 Uruguay: Kylian Mbappe injures shoulder during France victory

Paris St-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe injures a shoulder as world champions France beat Uruguay in a friendly in Paris. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PHp69C

African Footballer of the Year 2018 nominee: Sadio Mane profile

BBC Sport profiles Senegal and Liverpool forward Sadio Mane, a nominee for the BBC African Footballer of the Year award 2018. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2S3cmXy

Scotland 3-2 Israel: James Forrest treble wins Nations League group for Alex McLeish's side

James Forrest's treble secures Scotland a Nations League play-off place as Alex McLeish's side come from behind to beat Israel. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Bo9q2e

Portugal 1-1 Poland: Relegated Poles secure top-10 spot in Nations League

Poland came from behind in Guimaraes to ensure they would be in pot one for the Euro 2020 qualifying draw. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zlRns7

Brazil 1-0 Cameroon: Neymar goes off injured as Brazil win friendly

Paris St-Germain forward Neymar lasts just six minutes as Brazil edge past Cameroon in a friendly in Milton Keynes. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Dzt50A

Albania 1-0 Wales: Humbling defeat for Giggs as Gunter breaks caps record

Wales suffer an embarrassing 1-0 friendly defeat in Albania to take the shine off Chris Gunter's record-breaking 93rd appearance. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qWl7XO

Sri Lanka v England: Jonny Bairstow has not 'accepted' playing as specialist batsman

Wicketkeeper Jonny Bairstow says he wants to regain his England place as a wicketkeeper, rather than a specialist batsman. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OWFAFP

Jordan Nobbs' injury hits England World Cup hopes - Kelly Smith

Jordan Nobbs' serious knee injury is a "big blow" to England's World Cup chances in France next year, according to record goalscorer Kelly Smith. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BlzUBk

EFL TV deal: Several Championship clubs 'concerned' by new deal

Several Championship clubs are "gravely concerned" by the EFL board's announcement it has approved a new domestic broadcasting rights deal. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ai06eL

Rangers' Adrian Beltre retires after 21 MLB seasons

Adrian Beltre of the Texas Rangers retired Tuesday after 21 seasons in a career in which he hit 477 home runs and became the first player from the Dominican Republic to have 3,000 hits. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2DzytB2

Mariners trade Canadian left-hander Paxton to Yankees

The New York Yankees hooked up with Seattle for a trade on Monday, acquiring pitcher and Ladner, B.C. native James Paxton for top pitching prospect Justus Sheffield and two other minor leaguers. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2OTgtDF

Sophia Florsch: From now on I hope it only gets better, says Formula 3 driver

Formula 3 driver Sophia Florsch says she hopes things can "only get better" having come through an 11-hour operation. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q6IFHY

Tim Cahill: Australia bid farewell to Cahill in 3-0 win over Lebanon

Australia say farewell to their record goalscorer Tim Cahill in his 108th and last appearance in 3-0 win against Lebanon at ANZ Stadium. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QZAM48

Wales v South Africa: Leigh Halfpenny ruled out of Springbok Test

Leigh Halfpenny has failed to recover from concussion and will miss Saturday's Test between Wales and South Africa. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2A9vXhx

England winger Chris Ashton set to miss out while Australia struck with stomach bug

England wing Chris Ashton is expected to be ruled out of Saturday's match with Australia, who have been struck down with a stomach bug. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QTq1QR

FFP needs to be more 'robust' & rules are 'weak' in certain areas - Ceferin

Financial fair play needs to be more "robust" and the rules are "weak" in certain areas, says Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Dz6FMU

Nations League: What have other countries made of Uefa's new competition?

It has divided opinion from the start, so what do other European nations think of the Nations League? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OSPmZa

Cleveland Cavaliers: How LeBron James' exit preceded their NBA slump

A head coach sacked, their main man injured and the NBA's worst record - is it a coincidence that Cleveland's collapse follows LeBron James' exit? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2KhFRCh

Virgil van Dijk: Netherlands defender consoles official after Germany draw

Romanian referee Ovidiu Hategan is consoled by Virgil van Dijk as Netherlands draw with Germany from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Qbquka

LA Rams 54-51 Kansas City Chiefs: Rams edge high-scoring classic

Los Angeles Rams edge a battle of two Super Bowl favourites to beat Kansas City Chiefs 54-51 in high-scoring classic. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2A5nZWB

Starting a national team in a country that doesn’t exist

Somaliland is not is not a UN recognised nation but this has not stopped four men attempting to develop a national football setup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FxUUJw

Steve Smith, David Warner & Cameron Bancroft bans not reduced

Cricket Australia says "it is not appropriate" to reduce the bans for Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft for ball-tampering. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DOoZD0

African Footballer of the Year 2018 nominee: Kalidou Koulibaly profile

BBC Sport profiles Senegal and Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly, a nominee for the BBC African Footballer of the Year award 2018. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2KjZ4TK

Joe Root has established his brand of cricket with England, says Michael Vaughan

Test captain Joe Root has stamped his "exciting" brand of cricket on the England team, former skipper Michael Vaughan says. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2KfwHWP

European Super League is a 'fiction', say Uefa boss & clubs chief

Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin and Andrea Agnelli, the chairman of the European Club Association, call a breakaway Super League "fiction". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2R1FO0c

'Drunk' Canadian curlers kicked out of tournament final

Olympic gold medallist Ryan Fry and three team mates were forced out after opponents complained. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QcT7gO

Blue Jays prospect Conine suspended 50 games for drug violation

Major League Baseball said Monday that the outfielder tested positive for ritalinic acid, a stimulant banned by its minor league drug policy. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2QVtVbT

Germany 2-2 Netherlands: Late drama as Dutch secure semi-final spot

Virgil van Dijk's late equaliser against Germany sends the Netherlands through to the semi-finals of the Nations League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qQCGbY

Nationals sign ex-Braves catcher Suzuki to 2-year deal: report

Catcher Kurt Suzuki is heading back to the Nationals after agreeing to a two-year, $10-million US free-agent contract. Suzuki played for Washington in 2012 and 2013. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2PI2tSn

Paul Gascoigne charged with sex assault on Durham train

Football legend Paul Gascoigne was arrested in Durham in August and will face court next month. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Pzwq74

Sky Sports: EFL agrees new five-year television deal worth £595m with broadcaster

The English Football League has agreed a new five-year television rights deal with Sky Sports, worth £595m. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q4JUr2

Late pitcher Halladay among new names on Hall of Fame ballot

Career saves leader Mariano Rivera and late pitcher Roy Halladay are among 20 new candidates on the Hall of Fame ballot for the Baseball Writers' Association of America, joined by 15 holdovers headed by Edgar Martinez. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2DxlVKc

Sophia Florsch: 'No fear of paralysis' for F3 driver after surgery

Formula 3 driver Sophia Florsch's surgery went "extremely well" and there is "no fear of paralysis", her team principal tells the BBC. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zhwMFa

NFL week 11 review: Philadelphia Eagles suffer record defeat as New Orleans Saints win again

New Orleans Saints make it nine wins in a row as Philadelphia Eagles suffer the worst defeat by any defending Super Bowl champions. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2KddBka

Max Verstappen: F1 hoping to reinstate Dutch GP due to 'the Max factor'

Formula 1 is hoping to reinstate the Dutch Grand Prix in the wake of the growing popularity of Red Bull driver Max Verstappen. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QZVnFH

Fernando Alonso: Lewis Hamilton, Ron Dennis & where it started to go wrong at McLaren in 2007

In the first of a five-part series looking back at Fernando Alonso's F1 career, Andrew Benson explains when it all started to go wrong at McLaren in 2007. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PEtm9V

Pakistan v New Zealand: Ajaz Patel takes five wickets as tourists win first Test by four runs

New Zealand record one of the closest wins in Test history as they beat Pakistan by four runs on day four of the first Test in Abu Dhabi. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Kfzek0

Dina Asher-Smith named in IAAF Female Athlete of the Year shortlist

British sprinter Dina Asher-Smith is included in the shortlist for the 2018 IAAF Female Athlete of the Year award. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OQUBcb

England v Australia: Danny Care dropped for Test; Manu Tuilagi in squad

England scrum-half Danny Care is dropped for Saturday's final autumn series match against Australia at Twickenham. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OS40jw

Cricket Australia to reconsider Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft bans

The bans on Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft could be reduced by Cricket Australia by the end of the week. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PzZhs1

Darts: Raymond van Barneveld to retire after 2020 PDC World Championship

Five-time world champion Raymond van Barneveld says he will retire after the 2020 World Darts Championship. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FsHNcv

Jarryd Hayne: NRL player arrested over sexual assault allegation

Australian rugby league player Jarryd Hayne is arrested by New South Wales Police over a sexual assault allegation. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2S454mz

Sophia Florsch: Formula 3 driver 'had angel on shoulder' to survive Macau Grand Prix crash

Formula 3 driver Sophia Florsch surviving the crash in which her car was "nearly a rocket" was "incredible", says her team principal. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2A79dOX

Romano Fenati: Rider banned for pulling Stefano Manzi brake lever to return

Romano Fenati, who was banned after pulling a rival's brake lever while travelling at 135mph during a race, is set to return next season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DLdgVt

Sri Lanka v England: Youngsters will like watching Joe Root's team - Michael Vaughan

Joe Root's England will be a team that "youngsters will like watching and will try and copy", says former skipper Michael Vaughan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OTwqJU

Alexander Zverev winning ATP Finals is a big moment for tennis, says Boris Becker

Alexander Zverev winning the ATP Finals is a moment which the whole tennis world has been waiting for, says Boris Becker. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qOL7oa

African Footballer of the Year 2018 nominee: Medhi Benatia profile

BBC Sport profiles Morocco and Juventus defender Medhi Benatia, a nominee for the BBC African Footballer of the Year award 2018. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QbpJrg

Michael Johnson: 'Olympic mindset' helped stroke recovery

Sprinting great Michael Johnson said he had to apply an "Olympic mindset" during his recovery from a stroke. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q40uYa

Spain 1-0 Bosnia-Herzegovina

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's International Friendlies game between Spain and Bosnia-Herzegovina. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q4R8Lx

RSM Classic: Charles Howell III ends 4,291-day wait for PGA Tour win

Charles Howell III ends an 11-year run without a PGA Tour win by claiming victory at the second play-off hole of the RSM Classic at Sea Island. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Pz1Evb

Switzerland 5-2 Belgium: Nations League comeback takes hosts into finals

Haris Seferovic scores a hat-trick as Switzerland complete a scarcely believable comeback to thrash Belgium and reach the Nations League finals. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OQ2BtZ

Women's World Twenty20: West Indies beat England by four wickets

England will play India in the Women's World Twenty20 semi-finals after narrowly losing a fluctuating final group game against West Indies. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Qc5Wby

England 2-1 Croatia: Harry Kane hails perfect end to 2018

Harry Kane says victory over Croatia was the perfect ending to a fantastic year as England reach the finals of the inaugural Uefa Nations League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FtwP6m

Alexander Zverev stuns Novak Djokovic to win ATP Finals in London

Alexander Zverev beats world number one Novak Djokovic in straight sets to win the season-ending ATP Finals. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2RYEomZ

Nations League: Northern Ireland 1-2 Austria

Valentino Lazaro's stoppage-time winner for Austria means Northern Ireland finish their Uefa Nations League campaign without a point. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QUsE54

Cleveland Browns 'want to interview Condoleezza Rice for head coach role'

Former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice is reportedly wanted by struggling NFL franchise the Cleveland Browns. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FsZ5WJ

England 2-1 Croatia: Kane seals Nations League finals spot for Southgate's side

Harry Kane comes to England's rescue as they come from a goal down to beat Croatia and earn a place in the next summer's Uefa Nations League finals. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FDmu8i

Ireland 16-9 New Zealand: Joe Schmidt dismisses 'World Cup favourites' claim

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt dismisses New Zealand counterpart Steve Hansen's claim that the Irish are now the world's number one side. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q1SQ0q

DP World Tour Championship: Danny Willett wins season-ending event

Danny Willett wins the season-ending DP World Tour Championship in Dubai - his first title since the 2016 Masters. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DI1w6p

Sophia Florsch: Formula 3 driver fractures spine in Macau Grand Prix crash

Formula 3 driver Sophia Florsch suffers a fractured spine in a crash at the Macau Grand Prix in China. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zewHC6

Race to Dubai: Francesco Molinari wins as Tommy Fleetwood misses out

Italy's Francesco Molinari wins the Race to Dubai after defending champion Tommy Fleetwood fails to win the season-ending DP World Tour Championship. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qR04Wz

Paulo Lopes: The most successful third-choice goalkeeper of all time?

Meet Paulo Lopes, a Benfica "idol" who won more trophies than he played games. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zgNDZ0

Wayne Rooney: Former England captain says ex-players struggle with Three Lions' success

Ex-England captain Wayne Rooney says some of his former team-mates "can't come to terms" with the current side's success. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2KcWHlM

Katie Ormerod: Olympic snowboarder on how a broken heel led to 'dark days'

Katie Ormerod tells BBC Sport about "dark days" in her recovery from a broken heel and how she plans to take women's snowboarding to the next level. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qQOqez

Sri Lanka v England: Moeen Ali and Jack Leach wrap up series win for tourists

Moeen Ali and Jack Leach bowl England to their first series win in Sri Lanka since 2001 with a 57-run victory in the second Test. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2RYeTCo

ATP Finals: Novak Djokovic beats Kevin Anderson to reach final

World number one Novak Djokovic puts in a ruthless display to beat Kevin Anderson and reach the final of the ATP Finals in London. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qR7R6Q

Northern Ireland Open: Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Mark Selby on final black to reach final

Ronnie O'Sullivan holds his nerve to beat world number one Mark Selby on the final black and reach the Northern Ireland Open final. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PzNMkt

Portugal into Nations League semi-finals after goalless draw at wasteful Italy

Portugal seal top spot in Group A3 and a place in the Nations League semi-finals with a hard-fought point against a wasteful Italy. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FtGRVe

Autumn International: Ireland hold nerve to earn first home win over All Blacks

Jacob Stockdale's second-half try helps Ireland earn a first ever home win over New Zealand as they clinch a 16-9 triumph. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q6ijWn

African Champions League final: View from the stands

Follow the emotions of an Esperance fan as she watches her favourites beat Al Ahly in the Champions League final. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FqtQeU

Serbia beat Montenegro to close in on promotion to Nations League second tier

Serbia closing in on promotion to the Nations League second tier after a 2-1 home win over neighbours Montenegro extended their lead in Group 4C. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Dwiwvx

Italy 7-26 Australia: Wallabies prepare for England with first autumn win

Australia beat Italy to register their first win of the autumn series before facing England at Twickenham next week. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Qbxq0Z

Scotland 20-26 South Africa: Handre Pollard scores 18 points as Springboks hold on

South Africa edge out Scotland 26-20 at Murrayfield to inflict a first home defeat on Gregor Townsend's side in a year. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qMOBYj

African Footballer Of The Year: Watch goals from our 2018 AFOTY nominees

Watch some of the best goals scored by BBC Sport's African footballer of the year nominees in 2018. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QPDlpj

BBC African Footballer of the Year 2018: Nominees named for award

Medhi Benatia, Kalidou Koulibaly, Sadio Mane, Thomas Partey and Mohamed Salah are up for the 2018 BBC African Footballer of the Year award. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DJ4IOT

England 35-15 Japan: Eddie Jones' side hold off spirited visitors

England needed a second-half fightback to overcome a spirited Japan side 35-15, in the visitors' first visit to Twickenham in 32 years. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QXkmJm

Blue Jays deal Diaz after 1 season to Astros for triple-A starter

The Toronto Blue Jays traded utility infielder Aledmys Diaz to the Houston Astros on Saturday for starting pitcher Trent Thornton. Diaz, 28, hit .263 in 130 games this past season with 18 home runs and 55 RBI. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2A0GBHh

Autumn internationals: Wales crush Tonga in record 74-24 win

Wales score 10 tries in a record win over Tonga at the Principality Stadium to take their unbeaten run to eight Tests. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Do8Bbe

ATP Finals: Roger Federer beaten by Alexander Zverev in semi-finals

Roger Federer must wait until 2019 for another chance to reach 100 career titles after semi-final defeat by Alexander Zverev at the ATP Finals. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PyL8LQ

Gary Anderson-Wesley Harms 'fartgate': We must get to bottom of it, jokes Barry Hearn

Darts chiefs will look into the farting row which has rocked the sport because "something doesn't smell right". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2RYKB2l

Sri Lanka v England: Tourists edge towards series win before rain ends day four early

England put themselves on the brink of victory in the second Test and the series against Sri Lanka before rain brings an early end to day four. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PvPaEB

ATP Finals: Roger Federer 'not thinking' about 100th title before Alexander Zverev match

Roger Federer says he is not thinking about winning his 100th singles title as he prepares to face Alexander Zverev in the ATP Finals semi-finals. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FoIB21

Zambia's Barbra Banda: The striker who is also a boxer

Barbra Banda, who will play for Zambia at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations starting on Saturday, is also a top-level boxer. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zZ3UBq

Gary Anderson & Wesley Harms deny farting accusations at Grand Slam of Darts

Wesley Harms blames his Grand Slam of Darts defeat on Gary Anderson's wind - but the Scot denies it. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DIjV2H

NI Open: Ronnie O'Sullivan and Mark Selby advance to semi-final match

Ronnie O'Sullivan and Mark Selby will meet in the semi-finals of the Northern Ireland Open in Belfast on Saturday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zgjxEM

World Series MVP Pearce re-signs with Red Sox

World Series MVP Steve Pearce is staying with the Red Sox. Boston and the first baseman agreed Friday to a $6.25 million US, one-year contract. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2DqHQ5R

Sri Lanka v England: Joe Root says Pallekele hundred could be his best

England captain Joe Root believes his 124 against Sri Lanka in Pallekele could be the best of his 15 Test centuries. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2RRE3ma

Brazil 1-0 Uruguay: Neymar penalty secures friendly win in London

A controversial Neymar penalty earns Brazil victory against Uruguay in a fiercely contested friendly at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zhr0U9

Women's World Twenty20: Anya Shrubsole hat-trick inspires England win over South Africa

England take a major step towards the Women's World T20 semi-finals with a nine-wicket win over South Africa as Anya Shrubsole takes a hat-trick. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PyJF7Z

Floyd Mayweather: Retired boxer agrees to face kickboxer Tenshin Nasukawa

Floyd Mayweather says he will face kickboxer Tenshin Nasukawa in a "boxing exhibition" in Japan on New Year's Eve. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OKiZMs

Nations League 2019: What's at stake in final week of group games?

Who can be promoted and relegated in the Nations League, can England win it and what do Scotland need to do? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qLGtY8

Netherlands 2-0 France: Dutch beat world champions to relegate Germany

The Netherlands deservedly beat France in the Uefa Nations League to end the world champions' 15-game unbeaten run and relegate Germany. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DrWUQT

Wales 1-2 Denmark: Wales lose to Denmark in Nations League

Wales miss out on promotion to the Nations League's top tier as they are beaten at home by Denmark, who win Group B4. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QNFLVw

Lionel Messi: How Barcelona's 'alien' keeps changing, 15 years after debut

Fifteen years after his Barcelona debut in a friendly, and still averaging over a goal a game, how does Lionel Messi do it? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PxHDFq

Mohamed Salah: Egypt forward scores last-minute winner against Tunisia

Mohamed Salah scores a last-minute winner as Egypt beat Tunisia 3-2 in Africa Cup of Nations qualifying. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QOoA6n

VAR - what happened next with these World Cup moments?

Can you work out how these five refereeing incidents - which could all have been referred to VAR - ended during the World Cup? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PyCXio

ATP Finals: Novak Djokovic profile

Novak Djokovic will be looking to celebrate his return to the world number one ranking with victory at the ATP Finals in London from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qRoTSw

ATP Finals: Roger Federer profile

Roger Federer is hoping to win his 100th career title at the ATP Finals in London. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FqTArM

ATP finals: Kevin Anderson profile

Wimbledon runner-up Kevin Anderson will be making his debut at the season-ending ATP Finals in London. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qRoQ9i

ATP Finals: Alexander Zverev profile

World number five Alexander Zverev has qualified for the ATP Finals in London for the second year in a row. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FqTxw6

ATP Finals: Alexander Zverev beats John Isner to set up Roger Federer semi-final

Germany's Alexander Zverev clinches his place in the ATP Finals semi-finals with a straight-set win which eliminates John Isner. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OMyjIw

RFU: Steve Brown resigns as chief executive after a year in charge

Steve Brown resigns as chief executive of the Rugby Football Union, after a little over a year in the role. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DIFqQS

Gareth Southgate: Semi-final would cap 'brilliant year' for England

England are intent on reaching another semi-final to cap off a "brilliant year", says manager Gareth Southgate. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PZU5gh

Race to Dubai: Tommy Fleetwood in contention at DP World Tour Championship

Tommy Fleetwood gives himself a chance to retain his Race to Dubai title with a second-round 67 at the DP World Tour Championship. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FzRDcm

Wayne Rooney says Harry Kane will break England goalscoring record

England's all-time leading goalscorer Wayne Rooney believes Harry Kane will break his record. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QQMRZz

England v Japan: Mark Wilson of Newcastle on his route to Test success

How hard work and an inspirational teacher propelled Newcastle forward Mark Wilson to become England's autumn break-out success. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DoKbhD

Renault appoint Thierry Koskas as ultimate boss

Renault has appointed Thierry Koskas as the ultimate boss of its Formula 1 programme. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OP5Z8a

Sri Lanka v England: Joe Root's sublime 124 puts tourists on top

England captain Joe Root hits a majestic century to put his side in a strong position to win the series against Sri Lanka on day three of the second Test. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2RZkbh2

Red Sox's Mookie Betts caps off winning year with MVP award

Boston's Mookie Betts and Milwaukee's Christian Yelich were runaway winners of the Most Valuable Player awards after the 26-year-old outfielders each led their teams to first-place finishes with dominant seasons that included batting titles. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2Fsrhcn

Belgium 2-0 Iceland: Michy Batshuayi scores twice in comfortable win

Michy Batshuayi scores twice as Belgium beat Iceland to take them three points clear at the top of their Nations League group. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2TaG12x

England 3-0 USA: Wayne Rooney farewell appearance ends in victory

Wayne Rooney's farewell appearance for England ends in a comfortable friendly victory over the United States at Wembley. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zU6U1P

Claressa Shields: Hannah Rankin ready to face Olympic champion in Kansas

Farmer's daughter Hannah Rankin is a classically-trained musician, but on Saturday she aims to become Scotland's first female world champion. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FqphBm

Croatia 3-2 Spain: Home win means England can still advance in Nations League

Croatia gain a dramatic injury-time victory over Spain in their Nations League Group A4 tie - and keep alive England's hopes of winning the tournament. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q2kt9A

Roger Federer beats Kevin Anderson to top group at ATP Finals

Roger Federer beats Kevin Anderson to secure his place in the last four of the ATP Finals for the 15th time. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Fr9lz3

Wayne Rooney: Former Man Utd striker became 'embarrassed' at Old Trafford

Wayne Rooney says he became "embarrassed" to be a Manchester United player towards the end of his time at the club. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DnPrSJ

Roberto Mancini: How former Man City boss is revolutionising Italy

Roberto Mancini is rebuilding Italy by changing their style and picking rookie players, says the Euro Leagues Podcast's James Horncastle. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2z9sy2j

Anfield attack: Roma donates £130,000 for Sean Cox care

Sean Cox "will require care for the rest of his life" after he was attacked outside Anfield. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ONOG7A

Women's World Twenty20: India beat Ireland to reach semi-finals

India beat Ireland by 52 runs in Guyana to qualify for the Women's World Twenty20 semi-finals. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Fm2erv

VAR in the Premier League: How Charlie Austin MIGHT react

BBC Sport imagines how Southampton striker Charlie Austin might react to the news that VAR will be used in the Premier League from next season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OLYvCQ

ATP Finals: Dominic Thiem beats Kei Nishikori to boost Roger Federer's hopes

Austria's Dominic Thiem maintains his hopes of reaching the ATP Finals last four with a straight-set win over Japan's Kei Nishikori. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PxczWg

Race to Dubai: Francesco Molinari leads rival Tommy Fleetwood

Francesco Molinari finishes the opening round of the DP World Tour Championship a shot ahead of Race to Dubai title rival Tommy Fleetwood. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2RQoE5s

Indian Premier League: Jos Buttler & Ben Stokes retained by Rajasthan Royals

England's Jos Buttler and Ben Stokes are retained by Rajasthan Royals for the 2019 Indian Premier League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PWgFGQ

Rory McIlroy defends leaving European Tour to focus on PGA Tour

Rory McIlroy will not let a rule preventing him from becoming a future Ryder Cup captain influence his plans to leave the European Tour next season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qOpu7h

VAR to be used in Premier League next season

Video assistant referees will be used in the Premier League next season, after the clubs agreed in principal to the move. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qPaNRy

Richard Scudamore: Departing Premier League chief to receive £5m farewell gift

Outgoing executive chairman Richard Scudamore will receive a £5m farewell bonus paid by clubs, the Premier League has confirmed. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qOWVa0

Anthony Ogogo: Boxer 'low' after sixth eye operation

Anthony Ogogo, who has not fought for two years, says he is feeling as "low as I've felt for long time" after a sixth eye operation. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Dm07kQ

ATP Cup: Team tournament confirmed for January 2020

ATP and Tennis Australia confirm the ATP Cup team event will be a curtain-raiser to the 2020 men's season from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2B8UQeY

Lewis Hamilton explains 'poor place' India comments

World champion Lewis Hamilton clarifies comments he made about India being a "poor place". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PqBsTk

Japan's cyber-security minister has 'never used a computer'

Yoshitaka Sakurada is responsible for ensuring the 2020 Olympic Games are not hacked. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qMXrVK

Sri Lanka v England: Roshen Silva's 85 gives hosts lead of 46 in second Test

Roshen Silva hits a resolute 85 to frustrate England and give Sri Lanka a lead of 46 on day two of a evenly poised second Test. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qMQYdu

England v Japan: Joe Cokanasiga to start Twickenham Test

Bath wing Joe Cokanasiga will make his England debut against Japan as Eddie Jones makes sweeping changes from the side that lost to New Zealand. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2RXq2U4

Chelsea: Fifa allegedly recommended Blues handed two-year transfer ban after signing of minors

Chelsea allegedly face the threat of a two-year transfer ban following a Fifa investigation into their signing of foreign under-18 players, including former striker Bertrand Traore. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2FoaqaK

Wayne Rooney: How do other countries say goodbye to legends?

Tears for Diego Maradona, a suited David Silva, and TV with the Sneijders - BBC Sport looks at the varied world of international farewells. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2RT5snF

Ireland v New Zealand: Crotty replaces injured Williams for All Blacks

New Zealand make one change for Saturday's game against Ireland in Dublin as Ryan Crotty replaces injured Sonny Bill Williams. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zTuL1E

LeBron James passes Wilt Chamberlain on NBA all-time scoring list in Lakers win

LeBron James becomes the fifth highest points scorer in NBA history, passing Wilt Chamberlain, as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Portland Trailblazers 126-117. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qISTQq

Wayne Rooney on England, leaving the Premier League, and life in the US

Wayne Rooney talks to Football Focus about England, leaving the Premier League, and life in the US playing for DC United. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Pq47YG

UFC at 25: Things were a lot different back at UFC 1

BBC Sport throws it back to 1993, when the first UFC numbered event featured a boxer with one glove, non-existent weight divisions and a pair of very tight pants. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2B7poO5

David McNamara: Referee ban for rock, paper, scissors kick-off 'draconian'

The decision to ban David McNamara for three weeks after he forgot his match coin is criticised by former referees' chief Keith Hackett. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PqkIf3

Snell, deGrom earn 1st career Cy Young awards

Jacob deGrom of the New York Mets has easily won the National League Cy Young Award, and Blake Snell of the Tampa Bay Rays has edged out two past winners for the American League prize. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2zUAc0b

ICC Women's World Twenty20: Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh

Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh by 25 runs in Group A at the Women's World Twenty20 in St Lucia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OJxFeE

West Ham: Samir Nasri to train with club in bid to secure permanent deal

Former Arsenal and Manchester City midfielder Samir Nasri is set to train with West Ham in a bid to secure a permanent contract. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qK3nPr

Benjamin Mendy: Man City full-back undergoes knee surgery

Manchester City full-back Benjamin Mendy has undergone surgery on the cartilage in his left knee. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2K3WjpN

Claudio Ranieri: Fulham will never give up, says new manager

Fulham will "never give up" as the Premier League's bottom side look to avoid relegation, says new manager Claudio Ranieri. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2RZJqzV

Wayne Rooney: England record goalscorer to wear number 10 shirt

England record goalscorer Wayne Rooney will wear the number 10 shirt and captain the side at some stage on his farewell appearance for the country. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2RVECeS

Japan pulls ahead late vs. MLB All-Stars to clinch exhibition series

Takuya Kai drove in the go-ahead run in the eighth inning to lead Japan over the MLB All-Stars 6-5 Wednesday and give the hosts a 4-1 lead in their six-game exhibition series. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2z7hdQj

Agnieszka Radwanska: Wimbledon finalist retires from tennis aged 29

Former world number two Agnieszka Radwanska announces her retirement from tennis at the age of 29. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QIxty0

ATP Finals: Novak Djokovic beats Alexander Zverev in group match

World number one Novak Djokovic takes a big step towards the semi-finals at the ATP Finals with a clinical victory over Alexander Zverev. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2B6SGMP

Germany 'will die' to face All Blacks: Mike Ford on new challenges in World Cup repechage

Ex-Bath coach Mike Ford says his Germany side "will die for the opportunity" to face defending champions New Zealand in next year's Rugby World Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PUMtMm

Paraplegic athlete 'forced to urinate in bottle' on flight

The Australian athlete says flyDubai could not supply him with a wheelchair on a seven-hour flight. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2B6yqeq

Lewis Hamilton: Michael Schumacher's record has never been a target

Five-time world champion Lewis Hamilton says reaching Michael Schumacher's record of seven Formula 1 world titles "has never been on his mind". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PSabZF

Reiss Nelson and Jadon Sancho: Friends not rivals

Jadon Sancho and Reiss Nelson, who have been making their mark in the Bundesliga, tell BBC Sport that their friendship motivates them, but it's not a "rivalry". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DnWhI6

John Farnworth's freestyle skills: How to do the 'around the world'

John Farnworth explains how to perform the trick 'around the world'. Watch more skills on CBBC's new show Match of the Day: Can You Kick It? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2T7UZ9o

Women's Rugby World Cup 2012: New Zealand beat Australia to host

New Zealand will host the 2021 Women's Rugby World Cup, becoming the first southern hemisphere nation to stage the event. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Td6SLm

Claudio Ranieri's most memorable Premier League quotes

Claudio Ranieri returns to the Premier League as manager of Fulham - BBC Sport looks back at his most memorable quotes from his tenure as Leicester boss. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2K3ABCa

Indian Premier League: Mitchell Starc released by Kolkata Knight Riders 'by text'

Australia bowler Mitchell Starc says he has been dropped from his contract with Indian Premier League side Kolkata Knight Riders - by text. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OD1AVX

Leicester City helicopter 'did not respond to pilot's command'

Leicester City chairman Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha died in the crash alongside four others. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2z9gj5X

Sri Lanka v England: Jos Buttler and Sam Curran put England in promising position

Jos Buttler and Sam Curran lead England out of trouble and into a promising position on day one of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Pallekele. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2B5dyUT

Moses - Wada bullying response 'insufficient'

The World Anti-Doping Agency response to claims of bullying is "insufficient on numerous levels" according to the chairman of the US Anti-Doping Agency. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OGCvJD

Fulham sack Slavisa Jokanovic and appoint Claudio Ranieri

Fulham sack manager Slavisa Jokanovic and replace him with Premier League-winning boss Claudio Ranieri. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qJr2zk

Calgary votes against Winter Olympics bid

More than 56% of residents in the Canadian city reject the idea amid high turnout. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qJRIjJ

Jadon Sancho & Reiss Nelson: 'Bundesliga has belief in young players'

Childhood friends Jadon Sancho and Reiss Nelson speak to BBC Sport in a season when they have caught the eye with their form in the Bundesliga. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2K0Ce3q

A's Melvin, Braves' Snitker win Manager of Year awards

Oakland's Bob Melvin was voted Manager of the Year for the third time, winning the American League honour after leading the Athletics to the playoffs despite the lowest opening-day payroll in the major leagues. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2TdCMXQ

ATP Finals: Could the permutations be any more complicated?

The permutations to qualify for the semi-finals of the ATP Finals are complicated - and it seems they are causing headaches on social media. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PZcXvS

Snowboarder Anna Gasser makes history by becoming first woman to land a cab triple 1260

Austrian snowboarder Anna Gasser wows the watching media by becoming the first woman to ever land a cab triple 1260 - which is three and a half full rotations. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q2i7aQ

Women's World Twenty20: Pakistan condemn Ireland to second defeat of tournament

Ireland suffer their second defeat from two games in the Women's World T20 with a 38-run loss to Pakistan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QLde32

Lewis Hamilton would prefer more F1 races at venues with 'real racing history'

Lewis Hamilton questions taking the sport to new countries and would like to see more races in places with "real racing history". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qLwlOP

Roger Federer beats Dominic Thiem to keep alive ATP Finals hopes

Roger Federer recovers from his first-match nightmare to keep alive his hopes at the ATP Finals with a comfortable victory over Dominic Thiem. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Pv1IMn

MLB to probe discrimination allegations against Mariners

Major League Baseball is investigating claims made against the Seattle Mariners by the team's recently fired training and conditioning director, who said team management had disparaged Latino players. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2Tb7EZ5

Scotland 0-1 USA: Shelley Kerr's side slip to defeat in Paisley

Scotland deliver a spirited display against world champions the United States in Paisley, but are unable to avoid a first defeat in six games. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DzPfRr

Scotland 0-1 USA: Shelley Kerr's side slip to defeat in Paisley

Scotland deliver a spirited display against world champions the United States in Paisley, but are unable to avoid a first defeat in six games. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DzPfRr

England v Japan: Touring players 'paid £13 per day'

Some Japan players are paid £13 a day while on tour, says coach Jamie Joseph before Saturday's autumn Test against England. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qHsAtP

Wayne Rooney: England striker says it will be 'strange' playing at Wembley

England's all-time leading goalscorer Wayne Rooney says it will be "strange" playing at Wembley in his farewell appearance for the country. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zOfUWd

Wayne Rooney and FA 'felt it was right' to have England farewell game

Wayne Rooney says he and the FA agreed it was "right" for him to make a farewell appearance at Wembley against the United States. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zQ6zNH

Japan secures at least split in 6-game series vs. MLB All-Stars

Ryosuke Kikuchi drove in the go-ahead run on a squeeze bunt as Japan rallied with four runs in the top of the ninth inning to beat the MLB All-Stars 5-3 and take a 3-1 lead in their six-game exhibition series on Tuesday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2RU3BiA