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Fantasy football tips: Transfer and team guide for gameweek 11

Who will be the next Pulisic or Perez? Should you keep faith with your Liverpool and Manchester United defenders? It's our fantasy football tips. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qc9K16

Union Berlin: The German fans who bleed for their club

Union Berlin have a fanbase like no other - they literally bleed for their club and helped rebuild the stadium. Football Focus went to find out more... from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PB34nJ

New Zealand v England: James Vince stars in seven-wicket win

James Vince's fluent half-century helps England begin their tour of New Zealand with a seven-wicket win in the first Twenty20. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pjLzxD

Halloween: Chris Hughes films in a haunted house for The Hundred

Earlier this month we sent cricket obsessed Love Island star Chris Hughes into a haunted house to show support for his Hundred team London Spirit - the result was spook-tacular! from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2JA5Yp5

Paris Masters: Novak Djokovic beats Kyle Edmund in third round

Kyle Edmund pushes world number one Novak Djokovic before fading to a straight-set defeat in the Paris Masters third round. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oy8y7x

Formula 1: New technical, sporting & financial rules for 2021 revealed

Plans to revolutionise Formula 1 in 2021 are revealed by the sport's bosses on the eve of this weekend's US Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oErlhK

Canadian men's baseball team edges Japan in tuneup for Olympic qualifier

Eric Wood hit a three-run double as part of a six-run second inning, and Canada and hung on to defeat world No. 1 Japan 6-5 in an exhibition baseball game Thursday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/36nDrg0

Trent Alexander-Arnold: 'Captaining Liverpool a dream'

Captaining Liverpool is something full-back Trent Alexander-Arnold has "always dreamed of" and "would love to do one day". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2WEGxbj

Rugby World Cup final: The six key battles to decide the World Cup - Matt Dawson column

South Africa's style will not work against England but I think they are going to bring something different, says World Cup winner Matt Dawson. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2JDXJIp

Ashleigh Barty reaches WTA Finals semi-finals by beating Petra Kvitova

World number one Ashleigh Barty reaches the semi-finals of the WTA Finals with a straight-set win over Czech sixth seed Petra Kvitova. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34nRoch

Warren Gatland: Wales' greatest coach, a 'scientist, crooner and rugby god'

Who is Warren Gatland? The people who know him best reveal what Wales' greatest coach is really like, on and off the field. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33eANqQ

WGC-HSBC Champions: McIlroy in contention as Li sets Shanghai pace

World number two Rory McIlroy is three shots off Haotong Li after carding a first-round 67 at the WGC-HSBC Champions tournament in Shanghai. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pwWkg3

Hertha Berlin v Dynamo Dresden: 30,000 away fans travel to German Cup tie

More than 30,000 Dynamo Dresden fans made the 125-mile journey to Hertha Berlin for a German Cup tie on Wednesday from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NvQxPG

Rugby World Cup final: England will play without fear - Eddie Jones

England head coach Eddie Jones says his side have spent four years getting ready for the World Cup final and he is sure his side will play "without any fear". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BYRSJK

Carabao Cup: Man City at Oxford in quarter-finals, Man Utd host Colchester

Holders Manchester City are drawn away against League One side Oxford United in the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34gCVhZ

Anthony Crolla on love of boxing, his fans and retirement plans

Anthony Crolla reflects on his career ahead of his 45th and final fight against Spain's Frank Urquiaga for the WBA continental lightweight title at the Manchester Arena. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Py21Vv

Tyson Fury v Braun Strowman: WWE Crown Jewel match – everything you need to know

Boxer Tyson Fury is set to make his pro-wrestling debut - we answer your questions. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2JDap2d

England v New Zealand: Banton, Brown, Parkinson - who are the new players?

BBC Sport looks at the new faces in the England team as they prepare for five Twenty20s in New Zealand starting on Friday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MZJsYL

United States Grand Prix: Lewis Hamilton aims to become world champion for sixth time

A popular circuit, great races, lots of overtaking and a world champion waiting to be crowned - BBC Sport previews the United States Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2JyszlK

Glenn Maxwell: Australia all-rounder to take break from cricket to deal with mental health issues

Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell will take a "short" break from cricket to deal with mental health issues. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2JBqS6W

Stephen Curry: Golden State Warriors guard suffers broken hand after fall

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry suffers a broken hand after falling awkwardly in his side's 121-110 home defeat by the Phoenix Suns. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/36utjSW

The Washington Nationals win World Series for the first time

The Washington Nationals are crowned World Series champions for the first time after beating the Houston Astros in the decisive seventh game. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2q6Kbyp

Stephen Strasburg named World Series MVP 7 years after infamous shutdown

Stephen Strasburg was voted MVP of the World Series following the Nationals' 6-2 win over the Houston Astros in Game 7 on Wednesday night, the first title in the 51 seasons of the Washington/Montreal Expos franchise. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/331LXPZ

Capital 'W': Nationals edge Astros in Game 7 for franchise's 1st World Series title

The Washington Nationals have defeated the Houston Astros 6-2 in Game 7 to win their first World Series in franchise history. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2qaDHOJ

Rugby World Cup final: England name team to face South Africa

England head coach Eddie Jones has named his team for Saturday's Rugby World Cup final against South Africa. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BY3Zqs

Carabao Cup: Liverpool 'not able to play' quarter-final unless fixtures change

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says his side will not be able to play their Carabao Cup quarter-final if the fixture cannot be rearranged to avoid a clash with the Fifa Club World Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2JAsNc9

Women's Champions League: Atletico Madrid 2-1 Manchester City (3-2 agg)

Toni Duggan's Atletico Madrid knock Manchester City out of the Women's Champions League at the last-16 stage. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31WmBkV

VAR: Premier League referees meet in wake of video assistant referee issues

Premier League referees meet to discuss the use of video assistant referee following recent issues. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/321Xc9A

Richard Keogh: Derby County sack captain

Derby County sack captain Richard Keogh, a month after he sustained knee ligament damage in a crash that led to the arrest of two of his team-mates. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/330Ijpb

Paris Masters: Novak Djokovic beats Corentin Moutet in second round

World number one Novak Djokovic moves into round three of the Paris Masters with a 7-6 (7-2) 6-4 win over France's Corentin Moutet. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2WpPlBs

MOTDx: Chelcee Grimes takes Andy Robertson on a tour of Liverpool

MOTDx's Chelcee Grimes takes left-back Andy Robertson on a tour of Liverpool, including her "Scouse house" to hear more about his competitive rivalry with team-mate Trent Alexander-Arnold and his expectations for Premier League glory this season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BVxBVp

Ada Hegerberg: Lyon striker breaks Women's Champions League goalscoring record

Lyon striker Ada Hegerberg has broken the Women's Champions League goalscoring record, but where does she rank among the world's best? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2WsRk8f

Celtic & Lazio both charged after Europa League game

Celtic and Lazio have both been charged by Uefa after fans sung "illicit chants" in the Europa League meeting of the sides last week. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31Ug8Hi

Rugby World Cup final: Siya Kolisi, South Africa's first black captain & legacy of 1995

South African success in Saturday's World Cup final would see their first black captain Siya Kolisi lift the trophy in a landmark moment. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NnDksh

T20 World Cup Qualifier: Scotland beat UAE to qualify for finals

Scotland secure a place at the T201 World Cup with a convincing, 90-run win over hosts United Arab Emirates in their play-off. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ws4Itp

WTA Finals: Elina Svitolina beats Simona Halep to reach semi-finals

Defending champion Elina Svitolina becomes the first player to secure a place in the semi-finals of the WTA Finals by beating Simona Halep. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34dwOuT

Shakib Al Hasan banned: Demonstrations on Bangladesh streets over all-rounder's suspension

Hundreds of people demonstrate in Bangladesh after Shakib Al Hasan was banned for two years for "failing to report corrupt approaches". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34cJxOp

England v South Africa: 'George Ford has moved out of Owen Farrell's shadow' - Paul Grayson

How England fly-half George Ford is set to take centre stage in a World Cup final alongside his boyhood friend after battling back into favour. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qX8oaL

Roger Federer pulls out of inaugural ATP Cup for 'personal reasons'

Switzerland's Roger Federer withdraws from the inaugural ATP Cup in January because of "family reasons". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32XeIwY

Olympics 2020: IOC wants to 'fully brief' Tokyo on marathon switch

The people of Tokyo deserve to be "fully briefed" on why Olympics chiefs have switched two events at next year's Games to a different city, says an IOC official. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PrpmZ4

Rugby World Cup final: 'Excited' England fans travel to Japan

BBC Sport speaks to England fans who are about to embark on their journey to Japan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/36hO6cg

Diego Maradona given hero's welcome and watches game from throne at old club Newell's

Diego Maradona is given a hero's welcome as he returns to his old club - and watches the game from a throne. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PsvwIe

Lisa Keightley: England women appoint Australian as head coach

Australian Lisa Keightley is appointed as the first full-time female head coach of the England women's team. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NsjnAJ

Carabao Cup: Young players to look out for

BBC Sport speaks to fans from Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Man Utd about one of their young players who could star this week. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32XtXpD

The Washington Nationals win game six to take World Series to a decider

The Washington Nationals force a seventh-game World Series decider by beating the Houston Astros 7-2 in game six to square the series. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Jv5uAf

Formula 1 rule changes: The Secret Aerodynamicist

Wakey, wakey - it's time to find out the shape of Formula 1's future, and just how exciting it all is. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N1wqdn

Wales v New Zealand: Owen Lane to start as one of nine changes

Warren Gatland makes nine Wales changes for Friday's World Cup bronze medal match against New Zealand from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PyEELx

Strasburg's masterpiece helps Nationals push past controversy to force Game 7

Stephen Strasburg gutted through without his best fastball to throw a five-hitter Tuesday night, and now it's on to Game 7 in the first World Series ever in which the visiting team won each of the first six games. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/330gxsX

Rugby World Cup: England fined for crossing halfway line before New Zealand match

England are fined a four-figure sum for crossing the halfway line as they lined up in a V formation to face the haka before their Rugby World Cup semi-final match against New Zealand. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34aGbeQ

Lazio v Celtic: Fans face Rome alcohol curfew amid violence fears

Celtic fans will be subject to a strict alcohol curfew when they visit Rome for the return leg of their side's Europa League match against Lazio next week. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NAiTIT

Formula 1: Lewis Hamilton backs Alex Albon and says Red Bull 'spit drivers out pretty quick'

Lewis Hamilton urges Red Bull to offer more support to Alex Albon saying the team are quick to oust their young drivers. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31WwYFx

Gareth Bale has never asked to leave Real Madrid, says boss Zinedine Zidane

Wales forward Gareth Bale has never talked about leaving Real Madrid, says boss Zinedine Zidane. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2prp5KS

Formula 1: Ferrari want to operate in 'sharpest possible manner' for 2020

Ferrari are determined to sharpen up their race management over the final four races to boost 2020 performance potential. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MWQCgj

Richard Freeman: Ex-Team Sky & British Cycling doctor to say 'I told a lot of lies'

Former British Cycling and Team Sky doctor Richard Freeman will tell a medical tribunal he "told a lot of lies" and admit he ordered banned testosterone. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/36ipj7F

Jolyon Palmer column: Rivals wrong to be too hard on Max Verstappen

Max Verstappen's legacy of occasionally racing beyond the limits in the past appears to still be at the forefront of his rivals' minds, writes Jolyon Palmer. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qWAfbf

Bulgaria fans' racism: Racist abuse of England players leads to stadium ban

Bulgaria are ordered to play two matches behind closed doors and fined for their fans' racist abuse of England players in a Euro 2020 qualifier in Sofia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34bfOp1

Granit Xhaka: Arsenal captain should apologise for reaction, says Unai Emery

Arsenal boss Unai Emery says Granit Xhaka should apologise after an angry confrontation with home fans during Sunday's draw with Crystal Palace. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PtJ6Lr

Serie A blasphemy bans: Francesco Magnanelli & Matteo Scozzarella suspended

Sassuolo's Francesco Magnanelli and Parma's Matteo Scozzarella are given one-match bans for blasphemy during Serie A matches. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2WpM70J

WTA Finals: Ashleigh Barty beaten by replacement Kiki Bertens

Kiki Bertens beats world number one Ashleigh Barty at the WTA Finals just hours after being added to the tournament as a replacement. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2WncN2l

Sonny Bill Williams: Toronto Wolfpack face competition to sign All Blacks star

Toronto face competition from "many clubs" for New Zealand's Sonny Bill Williams, says director of rugby Brian Noble. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2WpM6tH

Anthony Ogogo: Former boxer signs for All Elite Wrestling

British Olympic bronze-medal-winning boxer Anthony Ogogo signs for American wrestling company All Elite Wrestling (AEW). from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32ZLwFy

Shakib al Hasan: Bangladesh captain banned for corruption

Bangladesh Test captain Shakib al Hasan is banned for one year for "failing to report corrupt approaches". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BSNE6o

Anthony Crolla: Sparring, fighting, persevering and retiring

As Anthony Crolla gets ready to call time on his career this Saturday, BBC Sport watches his last ever sparring session. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PzhBQZ

Lionesses: Toni Duggan returns to England squad for Germany & Czech Republic friendlies

Toni Duggan returns to the England squad for international friendlies against Germany and Czech Republic. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NjYhV6

Fight Talk: Is Josh Taylor a pound-for-pound star, McGregor to train Fury?

Is Josh Taylor a pound-for-pound global star, will Conor McGregor train Tyson Fury in MMA, should David Price retire and more in this week's Fight Talk. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2WlBD2J

New Zealand v Wales: Robin McBryde relishes All Blacks challenge

Forwards coach Robin McBryde says he is glad Wales' World Cup bronze match is against deposed champions New Zealand. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NkD6Cj

New Zealand v Great Britain Lions: Joe Philbin could make debut in first Test

Great Britain head coach Wayne Bennett makes three changes to his provisional squad to face New Zealand in Auckland. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PCMe8b

Quitting work to watch football - the dream life of a superfan?

Jessica Malone quit her job to watch football and travel the world. She even named her dog after Zinedine Zidane! from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34a5YDR

Rugby World Cup final: England's Billy Vunipola welcomes Springbok challenge

England number eight Billy Vunipola responds to South Africa's vow to "fight fire with fire" in the Rugby World Cup final with "bring it on". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Wj9Vnc

Naomi Osaka pulls out of WTA Finals with shoulder injury

World number three Naomi Osaka withdraws from the WTA Finals in Shenzhen because of a shoulder injury. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pZYxAr

England v New Zealand: Tourists beaten by New Zealand XI in Twenty20 warm-up

England lost their second Twenty20 warm-up match against a New Zealand XI by eight wickets as opener Colin Munro smashes a century. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2WloDdn

England v South Africa: Can Faf de Klerk be stopped in World Cup final?

South Africa's 5ft 7in scrum-half Faf de Klerk is the man looking to bring down England, so how do Eddie Jones's side stop him? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34bEGwZ

Vlatko Andonovski: USA women's team to be led by Seattle Reign coach

FC Reign boss Vlatko Andonovski is named as the new head coach of the United States women's football team. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qSGwob

Queens Park Rangers 1-3 Brentford: Bees win third straight Championship game

Brentford beat west London rivals Queens Park Rangers to earn a third Championship victory in a row. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32SHheY

Nigel Benn comeback fight off due to shoulder injury

Nigel Benn "heartbroken" after calling off his comeback fight with Sakio Bika because of a shoulder injury. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/36eQBft

'I know what winning looks like': Cubs introduce new manager David Ross

The Chicago Cubs introduced David Ross as their 55th manager on Monday to replace Joe Maddon with their sights set on getting back to the playoffs after missing out for the first time in five years. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/36cbms3

Max Scherzer's World Series return unclear after cortisone shot

The Washington Nationals remain unsure about the health of starting pitcher Max Scherzer and catcher Kurt Suzuki heading into Game 6 of the World Series against Houston on Tuesday night. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2MTohrj

Jaap Stam: Feyenoord coach steps down after 4-0 defeat by Ajax

Jaap Stam resigns as manager of Feyenoord after a 4-0 defeat against Ajax leaves his team 12th in the Dutch top division. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32YdQs0

Pirates dismiss GM Neal Huntington after third losing season in 4 years

The Pittsburgh Pirates' front-office overhaul is complete. The team fired general manager Neal Huntington on Monday, the third high-profile dismissal following a last-place finish in the National League Central. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2Wsx8U4

Ronnie O'Sullivan suffers first defeat against Dominic Dale

Welshman Dominic Dale seals his first ever win over Ronnie O'Sullivan, while Judd Trump and Mark Selby also progress at the World Open in China. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qTfOfd

Granada: La Liga leaders compared to Leicester

Tony Adams, a small budget and a Chinese owner have all combined to put Granada top of La Liga. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32VtsfM

WTA Finals: Elina Svitolina beats Karolina Pliskova after marathon tie-break

Defending champion Elina Svitolina beats world number two Karolina Pliskova 7-6 (14-12) 6-4 at the WTA Finals. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/345Ylyn

Franck Ribery tweets apology for pushing official after Fiorentina defeat

French midfielder Franck Ribery apologises for pushing an assistant refere after Fiorentina's 2-1 defeat by Lazio. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Po8K4f

Premier League stats: Liverpool and Mohamed Salah continue to dominate Spurs

Tottenham's miserable Anfield run goes on, Arsenal stutter under Unai Emery, and how Man Utd have reached 2,000 goals. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34d7cyp

Tokyo 2020: Video umpire should 'hang his head in shame' - Jonathan Bell

Ireland miss out on a spot at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics after the video umpire made an "unacceptable" late penalty call in favour of Canada. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/36bmEwy

New Zealand v England T20: 'I couldn't lift my bowling arm,' says Adil Rashid

England's Adil Rashid says he "couldn't lift his bowling arm" before this summer's World Cup and has still not fully recovered from a shoulder injury. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32UX0ds

Tyson Fury: Deontay Wilder 'has no substance and no intellect'

Tyson Fury says WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder lacks personality and claims he has more fans in the USA than the American. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NpciAW

Roger Federer withdraws from Paris Masters to 'pace himself'

Roger Federer withdraws from the Paris Masters in order to "pace himself", a day after winning the Swiss Indoors title. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MS7Lrz

World Series: Fan holds on to beer and refuses to catch ball during Houston Astros-Washington Nationals game four

A beer-carrying fan rejects the chance to catch a home run during game four of the World Series between the Houston Astros and the Washington Nationals. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2JqnKeo

Granit Xhaka: That's not captain's behaviour - Ian Wright not happy with Arsenal midfielder

Match of the Day pundits, Mark Chapman, Ian Wright and Peter Crouch discuss Granit Xhaka's actions after he goaded booing fans. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/368wL5o

Match of the Day 2: Fans are being treated like idiots - Mark Chapman

Match of the Day pundits, Mark Chapman, Ian Wright and Peter Crouch discuss VAR and whether it isolates fans from the decisions being made by not showing the incidents at the ground. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PkVIVn

Rugby World Cup: England's Eddie Jones hits back at Wales coach Warren Gatland

Eddie Jones takes a swipe at Wales coach Warren Gatland, who questioned if England had already played their "World Cup final". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33ZWYBk

Houston Astros one win away from World Series title

The Houston Astros are closer to a second World Series title in three years after beating the Washington Nationals 7-1 in game five. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pkT9b1

Rugby World Cup: 'England could be at start of something great' - Matt Dawson column

This is not just about England possibly becoming world champions, this could be the beginning of a legacy, writes World Cup winner Matt Dawson. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Pztoif

Tiger Woods wins 82nd PGA Tour title to equal record

Tiger Woods wins the Zozo Championship in Japan to equal Sam Snead's record of 82 wins on the PGA Tour. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32TITFg

Uefa to decide Bulgaria punishment for racist abuse in England qualifier

A Uefa disciplinary panel will meet on Monday to decide Bulgaria's punishment for the racist abuse England players suffered during the Euro 2020 qualifier in Sofia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Wig1UD

Astros' Gerrit Cole looks for redemption against struggling Nationals offence

Houston right-hander Gerrit Cole, coming off his first loss since May in the World Series opener, leads his team into Sunday's pivotal Game 5 at 8:07 p.m. ET against a Washington offence that is slumping. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/344IIal

Newcastle 1-1 Wolves: Jonny earns a point for Wolves after Lascelles opener

A close-range finish from Jonny ensures Wolves fight back to earn a battling point against Newcastle at St James' Park. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Jnx5n2

Roger Federer cruises to 10th Swiss Indoors title in Basel

Roger Federer beats Australian Alex de Minaur to claim his 10th Swiss Indoors crown in Basel, his 103rd ATP title. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BPhokh

Granada go top of La Liga with 1-0 win over Real Betis

Granada take advantage of El Clasico being postponed to go top of La Liga with victory over Real Betis. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32RBZ3u

Liverpool v Tottenham: Name the Premier League players to feature for both clubs

As Liverpool prepare for a Champions League final rematch with Tottenham, can you name the 13 players who have played for both clubs in the Premier League? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pgZ29i

Rugby World Cup: Watch best moments as South Africa beat Wales

Watch the best moments in South Africa's tense 19-16 victory over Wales to reach the World Cup final. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/36akopu

WTA finals: Naomi Osaka outlasts Petra Kvitova to win gruelling opening match

Naomi Osaka beats Petra Kvitova 7-6 (7-1) 4-6 6-4 in a gruelling opening match of the WTA Finals in Shenzhen. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/3452NNS

Wales 16-19 South Africa: Springboks deserved to win - Gatland

Wales coach Warren Gatland says South Africa deserved to reach World Cup semi-final, where they will face England on Saturday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BOL29v

Rugby World Cup semi-final: Wales 16-19 South Africa

Wales fall agonisingly short of a first Rugby World Cup final as Handre Pollard's 76th-minute penalty hands the Springboks victory. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Pj12bP

Shakur Stevenson secures win over Joet Gonzalez to take title

Shakur Stevenson wins his maiden world title after beating Joet Gonzalez - his girlfriend's brother - by unanimous decision in Nevada. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31TQMcp

Bury FC: Everton chairman in £1m offer to help stricken club

The money would have come from Bill Kenwright's own fortune but was still banned by league rules. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2phytAS

Australia v Sri Lanka: David Warner scores 100 not out in 134-run T20 victory

David Warner hits his maiden Twenty20 international century as Australia demolish Sri Lanka by 134 runs. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PofI9E

England call up Ben Spencer to replace Willi Heinz in World Cup final squad

Saracens scrum-half Ben Spencer will join the England World Cup squad for Saturday's final as an injury replacement for Willi Heinz. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31QbBFZ

Mexican GP: Verstappen's comments raise eyebrows

Max Verstappen's honesty about not slowing down during qualifying appeared to be what triggered the stewards into punishing him. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2q0BYLR

WTA Elite Trophy: Aryna Sabalenka beats Kiki Bertens to win title in Zhuhai

Aryna Sabalenka secures her third title of the year with a straight-set win over Kiki Bertens in the WTA Elite Trophy final in Zhuhai. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qJhSpS

Australian MotoGP: Marc Marquez secures 11th win of the season

World champion Marc Marquez secures his 11th victory of the season at the Australian MotoGP after fellow Spaniard Maverick Vinales crashes on the last lap. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qQ1Hav

Jonny Bairstow stars as England beat New Zealand XI in first T20 warm-up

England's Jonny Bairstow scores 78 not out as they cruise to a six-wicket win over a New Zealand XI in their first Twenty20 warm-up match. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2JqlML4

Norwich City: Christoph Zimmermann visits Premier League Kicks event

Norwich City defender Christoph Zimmermann surprises fans at the Premier League Kicks event at the club's Nest facility, which aims to give young people from deprived areas a safe space to get together. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/342uC9B

Zozo Championship: Tiger Woods extends lead in Japan

Tiger Woods moves closer to a record-equalling 82nd PGA Tour victory on Sunday after taking a three-shot lead at the weather-delayed Zozo Championship in Japan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2JpzKwB

World Series: Houston Astros level with Washington Nationals after Alex Bregman grand slam

Alex Bregman's grand slam helps the Houston Astros level the best-of-seven World Series at 2-2, after thumping the Washington Nationals 8-1 in game four. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2JrFCpb

George North: 'We've earned our Rugby World Cup semi-final place'

George North admits his own form has been mixed but says Wales are in a stronger position than ever to reach a first Rugby World Cup final. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pPIpSa

Astros ride bats to even up World Series

Alex Bregman busted out of his slump with a go-ahead single in the first inning and a grand slam in the seventh, and the resurgent Astros routed the Nationals 8-1 Saturday night to tie the Series at two games apiece. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2JqGEBB

Watford 0-0 Bournemouth: Hornets' winless start goes on

Watford remain without a win from 10 league games after they are held to a goalless draw by Bournemouth at Vicarage Road. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NfOTl9

West Ham 1-1 Sheff Utd: Lys Mousset scores again as Blades hold Hammers

Lys Mousset is Sheffield United's hero for the second successive game as his second-half strike earns the Blades a point at West Ham. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Plbxv3

Rugby World Cup: New Zealand coach Steve Hansen angered by a journalist's question

New Zealand coach Steve Hansen is angered by a question about his side's attitude following their shock Rugby World Cup semi-final defeat by England. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32PPFMm

Manchester City 3-0 Aston Villa: Smith questions VAR decision for Silva goal

Aston Villa manager Dean Smith has questioned the VAR decision to let David Silva's goal stand in their 3-0 defeat by Manchester City. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34eAjS3

Manchester City 3-0 Aston Villa: Ederson is quality in every sense - Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola heaps praise on Ederson after the goalkeeper made several impressive saves in their 3-0 win over Aston Villa. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2WgTBDf

England's World Cup semi-final win over New Zealand 'the finest of their lives'

It was impossible to find an area in which England were not superior to the All Blacks, writes Tom Fordyce. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pXT8K0

Man City 3-0 Aston Villa: Champions cut Liverpool's lead to three points

Manchester City complete a routine victory over Aston Villa at Etihad Stadium to cut Liverpool's lead at the top of the Premier League to three points. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32PAAdI

Rugby World Cup: England can play better in the final - Jones

Head coach Eddie Jones believes England "can play better" in the World Cup final following his side's semi-final win over New Zealand. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2JlBZAP

Yaya Toure: Ex-Manchester City midfielder helps Qingdao Huanghai to promotion

Former Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure has helped Chinese League One side Qingdao Huanghai earn promotion to the Super League next season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/3482X7h

England 19-7 New Zealand - watch best moments as Eddie Jones' side reach World Cup final

Watch the best moments from England's 19-7 victory over New Zealand to reach their first Rugby World Cup final in 12 years. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32PbY4R

Cincinnati Bengals v LA Rams: Yung Filly plays old school games with Dalton, Mixon & Dunlap

Yung Filly plays old school games with Cincinnati Bengals trio Andy Dalton, Joe Mixon & Carlos Dunlap ahead of Sunday's match with the LA Rams at Wembley. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34a0Y2l

England 19-7 New Zealand: Eddie Jones' side beat All Blacks to reach World Cup final

England beat two-time defending champions New Zealand and reach the World Cup final for the first time in 12 years. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32PrzRY

Great Britain Rugby League Lions lose 14-6 to Tonga Invitational XIII on return

Great Britain's return to the international stage after 12 years away ends in a 14-6 defeat by a Tonga Invitational XIII. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NhQh6X

Can computers call a better game than human umpires? Major League Baseball wants to find out

Major League Baseball is testing a system that uses radar at home plate to track pitches and make precise calls on strikes and balls, gauging whether computers can call a more accurate game than humans. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2NhuITN

Zozo Championship: Tiger Woods holds two-shot lead in Japan after rain delays

Tiger Woods holds a two-shot lead at the halfway stage of the rain-affected Zozo Championship in Japan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2WfIFG0

Women's Big Bash League: Amy Jones stars in Perth Scorchers victory

England wicketkeeper Amy Jones hits a match-winning 60 not out from 49 balls as Perth Scorchers overcome Brisbane Heat in the Women's Big Bash League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pT3dbr

Most Premier League goals quiz: Which teams have scored more?

Can you score 10 out of 10 in our quiz to see which teams have scored more Premier League goals than their rivals? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33XYbce

West Ham v Sheffield United: Chris Wilder says fans should 'have a beer' despite Tevez affair

Sheffield United and West Ham fans should be able to have a beer together, says Blades manager Chris Wilder before the sides meet on Saturday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BKnEKe

UFC 244: Nate Diaz cleared over doping test

Nate Diaz's fight against Jorge Masvidal at UFC 244 is back on after the governing body said he had not failed a doping test. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33VL0IW

World Series: Houston Astros win in Washington to peg back Nationals

The Washington Nationals are pegged back in the first World Series game in the US capital since 1933, losing 4-1 to the Houston Astros in game three. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Nks7sC

Astros fight back in World Series with game win over Nationals

Jose Altuve doubled twice and scored both times, Zack Greinke repeatedly worked the team out of trouble, and the Astros defeated the Washington Nationals 4-1 Friday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2BLENmG

Swansea condemn 'shameful' Emiliano Sala image before Cardiff derby

A social media image mocking the death of Emiliano Sala is condemned as "shameful" by Swansea before Sunday's south Wales derby with Cardiff. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2WeUOek

MLB conducting wider probe of Astros after assistant GM fired

Major League Baseball is conducting a wider probe of the Houston Astros that goes beyond the assistant general manager who was fired this week for inappropriate behaviour, concerned about the team's initial denial. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/33XrQ5k

Jack Grealish: Aston Villa captain says he 'wants to play for England'

Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish says he wants to "get into the England team" following an impressive start to the Premier League season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/340xd3O

England v New Zealand: Eddie Jones says mental strength will decide semi-final

England coach Eddie Jones says the mentally stronger team will win their Rugby World Cup semi-final against New Zealand on Saturday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N9TrJO

MOTDx: Liverpool's Rhian Brewster on the lookout for talent at five-a-side tournament

Liverpool striker Rhian Brewster joins Lauren Layfield at Manchester five-a-side tournament Elevate, on the lookout for the next star of English football. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BKcUeJ

The NFL Show: When Osi Umenyiora fought Devonta Freeman

BBC NFL pundit Osi Umenyiora talks about the time he had a fight with Devonta Freeman during a training camp. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32YmHd2

Tokyo 2020: Olympic marathon move to Sapporo is final - IOC

The decision to move the marathon and race walking at next summer's Tokyo Olympics to Sapporo is final, says the IOC. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/362UkMU

Oleksandr Zinchenko: Manchester City defender has knee surgery

Ukraine international Oleksandr Zinchenko is the latest Manchester City defender out of action after having knee surgery. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NaQoBc

Liverpool win legal battle over New Balance deal

A High Court judge rules the kit supplier's marketing offer was "less favourable" than a Nike deal. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MLR3Kw

Amazing moment seven-year-old boy with cerebral palsy is able to skateboard with his mum

Watch the moment seven-year-old Joao Vicente, who has cerebral palsy, was able to skateboard for the first time with the help of his mum and a specially adapted board. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31Nnpse

Nicolas Pepe: Will late heroics help launch Arsenal career?

Arsenal's Nicolas Pepe has struggled since joining the club this summer but will his two goals against Vitoria Guimaraes help turn things around? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BHB9KA

England cannot be 'spectators' against New Zealand - Eddie Jones

England coach Eddie Jones tells BBC sports editor Dan Roan that his side cannot be "spectators" when they take on New Zealand in their World Cup semi final in Japan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PikAwT

England v New Zealand: If stars hit their peak, England will win - Matt Dawson

England will dethrone defending champions New Zealand and claim a place in the World Cup final if their key players perform to their maximum, says Matt Dawson. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2JmM1Sr

NBA: Golden State Warriors beaten by LA Clippers in new stadium

The Golden State Warriors lose to the LA Clippers in their first regular-season game at their new £1bn stadium. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MLknRm

Josh Taylor v Regis Prograis: Pundits split on Taylor-Prograis but Price can shock Chisora

BBC Sport looks ahead to Saturday's boxing at the O2 Arena as Josh Taylor fights Regis Prograis and Dereck Chisora meets David Price. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MJpYHy

MLS play-offs: Zlatan Ibrahimovic's LA Galaxy lose 5-3 to Los Angeles FC

Zlatan Ibrahimovic's LA Galaxy are knocked out of the MLS Cup play-offs by Los Angeles FC in what could be the Swede's final MLS game. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32M0Gye

David Luiz: Arsenal defender on his Rwanda gorilla adventure

Arsenal defender David Luiz tells Football Focus that he felt like "Tarzan" when visiting gorillas in the Rwandan jungle, and even teaches us what noise to make if you ever meet one. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pfLQkS

Lewis Hamilton trains with with boxing legend Chavez ahead of Mexican Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton steps into the ring to train with with boxing legend Julio Cesar Chavez ahead of the Mexican Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PbKX7I

MLB World Series: Simone Biles throws first pitch as Washington Nationals thrash Houston Astros to extend lead

The Washington Nationals have taken a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven World Series after thrashing the Houston Astros 12-3 in game two in Texas. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2W9nPbn

Danny Care and Chris Ashton discuss beating New Zealand in 2012

Former team-mates Danny Care and Chris Ashton discuss playing in England's last win over New Zealand, a 38-21 victory at Twickenham in the 2012 autumn internationals. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pbofSy

MOTDx: West Ham's Michail Antonio opens up about football's effect on his mental health

West Ham's Michail Antonio tells MOTDx's Andrew Williams how the highs and lows of his experiences in football have affected his mental health and left him in tears. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NlUhDB

Josh Hill: English teenager becomes youngest ever winner of an Official World Golf Ranking event

England's Josh Hill says he is "speechless" after winning the Al Ain Open to become the youngest male player to win an Official World Golf Ranking event. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2WcbfId

Genk 1-4 Liverpool: Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain goals 'sensational' - Jurgen Klopp

Liverpool manage Jurgen Klopp says Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's performance against Genk reflected that of the whole team, and describes the England international's goals as "sensational'. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pJWmB5

MLB umpire apologizes for tweet about assault weapon, civil war, Donald Trump

Big league umpire Rob Drake has apologized for sending a politicized tweet this week that referenced an assault weapon and criticism of President Donald Trump. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/32Gy7lL

Wales v South Africa: Jonathan Davies is fit, Leigh Halfpenny replaces Liam Williams

Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny replaces Liam Williams for Sunday's World Cup semi-final against South Africa while centre Jonathan Davies has been passed fit to start. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pPJycf

MS Dhoni: India selector MSK Prasad says team will "move on" from former captain

India legend MS Dhoni's international career could be over after the team's chief selector says they are "moving on" from the wicketkeeper. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BC4Pca

Fernando Alonso to compete at 2020 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia

Fernando Alonso will become the first Formula 1 champion to race at the Dakar Rally in January 2020. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PhJoVY

Fantasy football tips: Transfer and team guide for gameweek 10

Are Spurs worth looking at this gameweek? Time to get on the Sheffield United defence bandwagon? It's our fantasy football tips. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N2QZ7K

Renault critical of Japanese GP disqualification

Renault argue Japanese Grand Prix disqualification was disproportionate but choose not to lodge an appeal. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2p0WQCU

David Chisora v David Price: Chisora apologises for saying he will 'kill' opponent

British boxer Dereck Chisora apologises for saying he is "going to kill" opponent David Price - eight days after the death of Patrick Day. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BBFaAn

St Andrews: R&A to build women's changing facilities

Women's changing facilities are to be built in the clubhouse at St Andrew's for the first time, the Royal and Ancient Golf Club have confirmed. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/367z6Ob

Phillies to hire Joe Girardi as new manager: report

A person familiar with the deal says the Philadelphia Phillies are hiring former Yankees manager Joe Girardi to replace Gabe Kapler. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2MIggFj

Liam Williams: Wales full-back will miss World Cup semi-final with South Africa

Wales full-back Liam Williams is ruled out of Sunday's World Cup semi-final against South Africa with an ankle injury. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2W9BdMJ

Premier League begins fixture planning for 2022 World Cup season

Premier League players could face the prospect of playing games nine days before the start of the 2022 winter World Cup in Qatar. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31JEfZh

Liverpool fans miss Champions League win over Genk after travelling to Ghent

Two Liverpool fans missed their side's Champions League win over Genk on Tuesday - because they travelled to Ghent by mistake. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oY0BZL

Conor McGregor announces UFC return on 18 January 2020 - seven months after retiring

Conor McGregor says he will make his UFC return on 18 January 2020 - despite announcing his retirement from mixed martial arts earlier this year. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PhT8iD

Major League Baseball umpire probed over impeachment 'civil war threat'

Rob Drake tweeted that there would be another civil war if President Trump was impeached. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/365L0rQ

Copa Libertadores: Flamengo beat Gremio and face River Plate in final

Flamengo reach their first Copa Libertadores final in 35 years after thrashing fellow Brazilian side Gremio 5-0 in their semi-final second leg. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Pd9id9

Valentino Rossi: Italian says racing in 400th MotoGP is 'great achievement'

Valentino Rossi says appearing at his 400th MotoGP is a "great achievement" as he prepares for the Australian Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35UtOVU

England v New Zealand: George Ford recalled for Rugby World Cup semi-final

George Ford returns at fly-half as England shuffle their backline for their Rugby World Cup semi-final against New Zealand on Saturday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PgqdvI

NBA: Kyrie Irving scores 50 points on debut but Brooklyn Nets lose to Timberwolves

Kyrie Irving scores 50 points on his Brooklyn Nets debut but his side slip to a 127-126 overtime defeat by the Minnesota Timberwolves. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35Z6bLW

Zozo Championship: Tiger Woods shares first round lead

Tiger Woods recovers from a poor start to hit a stunning 64 to share the lead after the opening round of the inaugural Zozo Championship in Japan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/360pWTt

Wales v South Africa: Cheslin Kolbe ruled out for Springboks

South Africa wing Cheslin Kolbe has been ruled out of Sunday's World Cup semi-final against Wales. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32IlQgu

Chelsea performance in Ajax win is blueprint for Blues 'babies', says Frank Lampard

Frank Lampard felt his Chelsea "babies" came of age as the Blues claimed a memorable 1-0 win at Ajax in the Champions League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32Jh3vk

Fifa Club World Cup: China to host first edition of expanded tournament in 2021

China will host the new version of the Club World Cup, with Fifa president Gianni Infantino describing it as "the first real and true World Cup". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PiuM8z

World Series: Washington Nationals extend lead by thrashing Houston Astros

The Washington Nationals take a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven World Series after thrashing the Houston Astros 12-3 in game two. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BHFugI

England v New Zealand: Scott Barrett into back row as Sam Cane dropped

New Zealand spring a surprise by dropping flanker Sam Cane and picking Scott Barrett for Saturday's World Cup semi-final against England. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32MuZos

Nationals pour it on Astros in as post-season magic continues in World Series

Stephen Strasburg outdueled fellow ace Justin Verlander, overcoming a shaky start to give the Washington Nationals a 12-3 victory Wednesday night and a commanding 2-0 lead in the World Series. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2MG2Tpe

Ajax 0-1 Chelsea: Michy Batshuayi's late goal secures superb win for Blues

Michy Batshuayi climbs off the bench to score a late winner at Ajax as Chelsea stun last year's Champions League semi-finalists at the Johan Cruyff Arena. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2p4ZUxI

Partizan Belgrade v Manchester United: Savo Milosevic hopes for 'celebration of football'

Partizan Belgrade head coach Savo Milosevic hopes Thursday's Europa League match with Manchester United will be a "celebration of football". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BFWi7O

Bayern Munich 'shocked' after attacks on fans at Olympiakos youth match

Bayern Munich make an official complaint to Uefa after their Youth League match against Olympiakos was abandoned due to crowd violence. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2o7PH2W

Josh Hill: Mena Tour win aged 15 breaks Ryo Ishikawa record

England's Josh Hill wins on the Mena Tour to become the youngest player to claim an Official World Golf Ranking event. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N6paeV

Josh Taylor v Regis Prograis: American will 'get chinned in dog fight'

Josh Taylor warns Regis Prograis he will be "getting chinned" if he attempts to turn their world super-lightweight title bout into a scrap. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2W8PMA7

Barcelona v Real Madrid: La Liga considers legal action over new El Clasico date

La Liga is considering legal action after the postponed El Clasico between Barcelona and Real Madrid was rescheduled for 18 December by the Spanish Football Federation. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qw1OaT

David Beckham's Inter Miami stadium: How will rooftop bar & palm trees fit in?

David Beckham's MLS side Inter Miami have released the latest images of the club's new stadium which is set to be completed in 2022 and features its own rooftop bar and palm trees. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35Ws3aM

Nicky Butt: Ex-Manchester United player denies wife attack

Nicky Butt is accused of assaulting Shelley Butt in Hale, Greater Manchester, in April. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33Neoky

Ajax v Chelsea: Who has replaced Matthijs de Ligt and Frenkie de Jong?

Matthijs de Ligt and Frenkie de Jong left in the summer but Ajax's new-look side appears strong as they prepare to play Chelsea in the Champions League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pGUMjo

Wales v South Africa: Jenkins expects Davies and Parkes to be fit for semi-final

Wales expect centres Jonathan Davies and Hadleigh Parkes to be fit for Sunday's World Cup semi-final against South Africa. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Jdk3bR

World Series: Washington's Juan Soto shines as Nationals take 1-0 lead over Houston Astros

Juan Soto hits a massive home run as the Washington Nationals beat the Houston Astros 5-4 in the opening game of the World Series. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qB1701

Russian doping scandal: 'Russia must expect 2020 Olympics ban' - Rusada head

Russia must expect to be banned from the 2020 Olympics for inconsistencies in lab data sent to investigators, says the head of Russia's anti-doping agency. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Jexnww

Marieke Vervoort: Tribute to the Paralympian, who ended her life through euthanasia

BBC Radio 5 Live presenter Eleanor Oldroyd reflects on her time with Paralympian Marieke Vervoort, who has ended her life through euthanasia at age of 40. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MDwEa6

Prince Charles wishes Wales luck before South Africa game

The Prince of Wales meets the team before they take on South Africa in Sunday's semi-final. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33Q2iHa

Champions League: Mauricio Pochettino says Tottenham results important for confidence

Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino was pleased with the way his side played in their 5-0 win over Red Star Belgrade and labels the result "important" for their confidence. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pPDy35

Rugby World Cup - England v New Zealand: John Mitchell says 'no advantage' in spying

Speaking before the World Cup semi-final against New Zealand, England defence coach John Mitchell says he "doesn't see any advantage" in opponents spying. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MHGbxb

Champions League victory restores confidence, says Tottenham's Mauricio Pochettino

Mauricio Pochettino says Tottenham's 5-0 win over Red Star Belgrade in the Champions League helped restore confidence to his side after a mixed start to the season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P6HKX3

Copa Libertadores: River Plate lose to Boca Juniors but reach final

Defending champions River Plate reach the Copa Libertadores final with a 2-1 win on aggregate in the semi-final against city rivals Boca Juniors. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31GThie

Quiz: Can you name Chelsea's Dutch stars in the Premier League?

Chelsea face Ajax in the Champions League on Wednesday - but can you name the Dutch stars to have played for them in the Premier League? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BATOrr

World Series: Washington Nationals edge out Houston Astros in game one

The Washington Nationals win their debut World Series game, edging out the Houston Astros 5-4 in game one of the best-of-seven series in Houston. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BB00Qs

Sourav Ganguly: Can former India captain score big as cricket chief?

Sourav Ganguly takes over BCCI, India's cricket board, kicking off a new chapter in its history. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BFESbr

Sam Kerr: What does future hold for superstar striker?

Australia international Sam Kerr is one of the best strikers in the world but her future is uncertain. Is a move to Europe on the cards? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31zZi0l

Juan Soto, Nationals tag Astros' Cole to win franchise's 1st World Series game

Juan Soto homered onto the train tracks high above the left field wall and hit a two-run double as the Washington Nationals tagged Gerrit Cole and the Houston Astros 5-4 Tuesday night in the World Series opener. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2qAktSZ

Rugby World Cup: No clubhouse but there is karaoke - the club game in Japan

Japan's wonderful home support at the Rugby World Cup was met with superb performances on the field, but what state is the club game in? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P6S4y2

England v New Zealand: All Blacks prepare for semi-final kicking contest

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen is leaving nothing to chance in the World Cup semi-final against England, even the unlikely event of a kicking contest to decide the game. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BAt36A

Copa Libertadores: Flamengo fans arrested before Gremio semi-final

Police arrest 16 Flamengo fans for "threats to kill police" before the Copa Libertadores semi-final second leg against Gremio in Brazil. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2W5sviD

Oscar De La Hoya: Former boxer faces sexual assault claims

Former world champion Oscar De La Hoya is accused of sexually assaulting a woman at his home in 2017. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pDjAZr

Genk v Liverpool: Mohamed Salah returns for Champions League match

Forward Mohamed Salah returns to the Liverpool squad for Wednesday's Champions League match at Genk after recovering from an ankle problem. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MWFQW0

Mexican GP preview: Mercedes play down chances as Hamilton seeks sixth title

Mercedes say they are expecting a difficult time at this weekend's Mexican Grand Prix as Lewis Hamilton seeks to tie up the drivers' title. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2p3Bgxp

England women to face Czech Republic in international friendly in November

England women will face the Czech Republic in their last international friendly of 2019, three days after playing Germany at Wembley. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33SNpnw

Three Chelsea fans face lifetime bans for racially abusing a fellow supporter

Three Chelsea fans could face lifetime bans for racially abusing a fellow supporter at a Europa League game in April. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2J9tDfG

NBA: LA rivalry, Zion Williamson & China disputes - the big talking points before new season

Los Angeles rivalry, the state of the Warriors, Zion Williamson and disputes with China - the new NBA season starts this week. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BAABq2

Climbing World Cup: 'Spiderwoman' Aries Susanti Rahayu breaks women's speed climbing world record

Indonesia’s Aries Susanti Rahayu breaks the women’s speed climbing world record, finishing the 15-meter course in 6.995 seconds in the Climbing World Cup in China. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BzPlFo

Odell Beckham Jr: Cleveland Browns receiver fined because pants did not cover knees

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr is fined £10,000 after it was ruled his "pants failed to cover the knee area" during a game. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2JbMKWx

Bangladesh Cricket Board to meet after players go on strike

The Bangladesh Cricket Board will host an emergency directors meeting on Tuesday after players went on strike. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BzNnVK

Anthony Crolla to fight Frank Urquiaga in Manchester before retiring

Britain's Anthony Crolla will fight Frank Urquiaga for the WBA Continental Lightweight title on 2 November - his final bout before retiring. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Pa55qS

England coach Eddie Jones says pressure is on New Zealand in World Cup semi-final

Eddie Jones claims England's training session was spied on and says all the pressure is on semi-final opponents New Zealand. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33LSEW6

From Derby to Drake - Nick Nurse's journey from British basketball to NBA glory

Toronto Raptors coach Nick Nurse explains how he made it from coaching the Derby Rams to becoming the NBA championship winning coach for superstar Drake's favourite team. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pKnaAR

Mesut Ozil: What's happening with the midfielder at Arsenal?

Mesut Ozil was absent from the matchday squad again as Arsenal lost to Sheffield United, so why is the midfielder being overlooked? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2W1xwsg

Rugby World Cup semi-final: New Zealand confident Kieran Read will be fit to face England

Steve Hansen says he is "100% confident" captain All Blacks Kieran Read will be fit for the World Cup semi-final against England. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31yNT0D

Great Britain Rugby League Lions 2019: Auckland fire forces squad to evacuate base

The Great Britain Rugby League Lions squad leave Auckland early after a nearby fire leads to the evacuation of their base. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2W8bvbl

India v South Africa: Hosts wrap up series whitewash with dominant third Test win

India take the final two South Africa wickets in consecutive balls to wrap up a dominant win by an innings and 202 runs and secure a 3-0 series whitewash. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2W00oBi

Karen Carney column: Why Willian's experience is key for Chelsea

Why I think Willian's experience is key for Chelsea and how Mason Mount has impressed me - Karen Carney's latest column. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31DjdLz

Patrick Day: Mike Costello & Steve Bunce analyse boxing's search for safety answers

In the aftermath of Patrick Day's death, 5 Live Boxing looks at how the sport can be made safer and the barriers holding it back. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MD7cSq

World Series 2019: Houston Astros & Washington Nationals set for Fall Classic

Major League Baseball's World Series begins on Tuesday - with 'Fall Classic' newcomers the Washington Nationals taking on the Houston Astros. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P9iEH4

Can Love Island's Ovie Soko spin, dunk & slam under pressure before new NBA season?

Basketball player and reality TV star Ovie Soko puts his skills to the test and accepts random basketball challenges out of one of his trademark hats. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2W2m7Z8

Dementia in football: Dawn Astle 'staggered' by head trauma research

The daughter of the late Jeff Astle is "staggered" by new research into links between dementia and football. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31Ckwum

Cricket corruption: Fourth UAE player suspended in probe

The United Arab Emirates suspend a fourth player as part of an anti-corruption investigation. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Jp075Z

Women's Ballon d'Or: Bronze & White shortlisted for award

England players Lucy Bronze and Ellen White have made the 20-woman shortlist for the 2019 Women's Ballon d'Or. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2W2fINy

Ballon d'Or: Virgil van Dijk, Cristiano Ronaldo, Sadio Mane on shortlist for award

Virgil van Dijk is one of six Liverpool players to be named alongside Cristiano Ronaldo on the 30-man shortlist for the 2019 Ballon d'Or. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2JaCDBa

Rugby World Cup: Wales add Owen Lane to squad as Josh Navidi ruled out

Wales call up Cardiff Blues wing Owen Lane to the World Cup after back-row Josh Navidi is ruled out by injury. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pzYPhf

Sebastien Vahaamahina: France lock retires from Test rugby the day after red card

France lock Sebastien Vahaamahina retires from international rugby the day after his World Cup quarter-final red card against Wales. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MXObsQ

Serbia's Euro 2020 qualifier at home to Luxembourg to be played behind closed doors

Serbia are ordered to play their next Euro 2020 home qualifier against Luxembourg behind closed doors for the "racist behaviour of its supporters". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MwWpJl

India v South Africa: Dean Elgar withdraws from third Test after head injury

South Africa batsman Dean Elgar withdraws from the third Test against India after being hit on the helmet by a short-pitched delivery. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33MWH4t

Dementia in footballers three and a half times more likely than in general population

Former professional footballers are three and a half times more likely to develop dementia than people of the same age range, says new research. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BwiuBk

Andy Murray in Great Britain team for Davis Cup finals in Madrid, Kyle Edmund out

Andy Murray will represent Great Britain for the first time since 2016 after being named in the squad for next month's inaugural Davis Cup finals. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35UeOqW

Rugby World Cup: Wales into semi-finals & South Africa end Japan's World Cup run

Watch key moments from Wales' thrilling win against France and see South Africa end Japan's dream World Cup run with a 26-3 victory. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32zcV18

Rugby World Cup: England make semi-finals & All Blacks thrash Ireland

Watch the key moments from England's superb victory over Australia and Ireland's 46-14 defeat by New Zealand at the World Cup in Japan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MTcDLP

Wales back-row Navidi out of Rugby World Cup

Wales back-row Josh Navidi is out of the World Cup because of a hamstring injury. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2VZN9Am

Andy Murray jokes 'I need to get back on the road' after European Open win

Andy Murray says he will reassess his goals after a "surprise" win at the European Open, and jokes that he needs to get back on tour to stop his family growing too large. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pDnDF4

W Series: Britain's Jamie Chadwick to defend her title in 2020 Season

Britain's Jamie Chadwick will return to the female-only W Series to defend her title in 2020. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33MUlCB

Tiger Woods: World number 10's recovery from surgery 'ahead of schedule'

Fifteen-time major winner Tiger Woods says his return to full fitness is ahead of schedule as he recovers from a knee operation in August. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2VZvJDY

Rugby World Cup: England expect fully fit squad for semi-final against New Zealand

England expect to have a fully fit squad to choose from when they face New Zealand in Saturday's World Cup semi-final in Yokohama. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pB9F6E

Jaco Peyper: World Rugby investigates referee's picture with Wales fans

World Rugby is investigating after referee Jaco Peyper appeared to mock sent-off France lock Sebastien Vahaamahina in a picture with Wales fans. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2VVQwIO

Ronaldo Vieira: Sampdoria midfielder racially abused by Roma fans

Sampdoria and England Under-21s midfielder Ronaldo Vieira was the target of monkey chants from Roma fans in their 0-0 draw in Serie A. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32Bjn7G

Man Utd 1-1 Liverpool: How Ole Gunnar Solskjaer found a way to stop Reds - Darren Fletcher

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer came up with a game plan on Sunday that exposed Liverpool's weaknesses, says former Old Trafford midfielder Darren Fletcher. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qxwcC1

Premier League stats: Manchester United end Liverpool's winning run

Liverpool's Premier League winning streak is over, but was it always likely to end at Old Trafford? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MvehUQ

The Hundred draft: Southern Brave & Trent Rockets impress with picks

Which £100,000 player was a surprise pick and who were the bargain buys in The Hundred draft? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31DCBII

Romelu Lukaku scores twice as Inter Milan beat Sassuolo 4-3

Romelu Lukaku scores twice as Serie A title chasers Inter Milan survive a fightback to beat Sassuolo. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P3S3Lx

The Hundred - full list of squads

Find out who is playing for who in next summer's new competition, The Hundred. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MTV526

Rugby World Cup 2019: Wales lay 2011 ghosts to keep Warren Gatland era alive

Wales lay to rest ghosts of 2011 with a near mirror image of events against France in Auckland eight years ago, writes Dafydd Pritchard. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35MFnP7

The Hundred: Rashid Khan goes to Trent Rockets, Steve Smith and Mitchell Starc at Welsh Fire

Afghanistan spinner Rashid Khan is the first pick in the inaugural The Hundred draft, Steve Smith and Mitchell Starc go to Welsh Fire. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MWd9sl

Rugby World Cup: New Zealand are beatable, England coach Eddie Jones

England coach Eddie Jones says World Cup semi-final opponents New Zealand are beatable and have weaknesses. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31rfHUE

Belinda Bencic and Jelena Ostapenko win finals in Russia and Luxembourg

Belinda Bencic wins the Kremlin Cup, while Jelena Ostapenko claims victory in the Luxembourg Open. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Mw5xOb

Man Utd 1-1 Liverpool: Adam Lallana saves Reds' unbeaten start

Adam Lallana rescues a late point for Liverpool at Manchester United to keep them unbeaten in the Premier League - but their run of 17 league victories comes to an end. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qv1MAd

Man Utd v Liverpool - rate the players

Rate the players out of 10 as Manchester United take on Liverpool in the Premier League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2VZnUy4

Andy Murray: Briton beats Stan Wawrinka to win first title since hip surgery

Andy Murray wins his first singles title since career-saving hip surgery by beating Stan Wawrinka in the European Open final. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P7neFB

European Track Championships: Laura Kenny & Katie Archibald win madison silver

Great Britain's Laura Kenny and Katie Archibald claim silver in the women's madison on the final day of the European Track Championships. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2J6tVnC

Champions League of Darts: Gerwyn Price to play Michael van Gerwen in semi-final

Debutant Gerwyn Price will meet Michael van Gerwen in the Champions League of Darts semi-finals, as Peter Wright faces Michael Smith. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2J5ramD

Alfredo Morelos: Hearts investigate claims of racism towards Rangers striker

Hearts open an investigation after claims Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos was racially abused in Sunday's Scottish Premiership draw at Tynecastle. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35SCMmr

'Rugby World Cup semi-final week different from all others' - Matt Dawson column

The winner of England v New Zealand looks the likeliest champion, but you can't discount Wales, writes England World Cup-winner Matt Dawson. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2VZehzF

Wigan Athletic 1-0 Nottingham Forest: Jamal Lowe goal ends Reds' 10-game unbeaten run

Nottingham Forest's 10-game unbeaten run is ended as Jamal Lowe's first Wigan goal earns the Latics a third successive home win. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OZrvuR

Heart of Midlothian 1-1 Rangers: Steven Gerrard's side fail to return to Premiership summit

Rangers fall short in their attempt to return to the top of the Scottish Premiership as they are held to a draw by Hearts at Tynecastle. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MVCEKn

South Africa 26-3 Japan: Springboks through to Rugby World Cup semi-finals

South Africa end Japan's dream World Cup run to reach the semi-finals with a bruising win against the hosts. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2VZMgI1

Rugby World Cup: New Zealand's statement of intent before England semi-final

What challenge will two-time defending champions New Zealand pose England in next weekend's World Cup semi-final? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MZs596

Houston Astros reach World Series with win over New York Yankees

The Houston Astros will face the Washington Nationals in the World Series after beating the New York Yankees 6-4 to win the American League Championship. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32rCfG9

Rugby World Cup: Michael Cheika to quit as Australia coach

Australia coach Michael Cheika says he will leave his role when his contract expires at the end of the year. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33L0nUn

Haringey Borough v Yeovil: Police investigate as FA Cup tie abandoned after reports of racial abuse

Police say they are investigating after an FA Cup match between Haringey Borough and Yeovil Town was abandoned amid reports of racial abuse by fans. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MusEZI

MLS play-offs: Wayne Rooney a 'big plus' for DC United despite heavy defeat

Wayne Rooney has been hailed as a "big plus" during his time at DC United, after the former England captain played his final MLS game. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oNvDU8

Wicklow Brave dies after American Grand National fall at

Wicklow Brave, one of racing's most popular and versatile horses, has died after a fall when leading in the American Grand National. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2VXJpiR

Champions Day: Donjuan Triumphant takes emotional victory in Champions Sprint Stakes

Donjuan Triumphant, the first horse bought by the late Leicester City chairman Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha, wins in the British Champions Sprint Stakes at Ascot. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MT1MS9

Altuve blasts Astros into World Series with walk-off homer on Chapman

The Houston Astros have won the American League Championship Series. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2Mwy86f

Crystal Palace 0-2 Manchester City: Champions reduce gap to Liverpool with comfortable win

Champions Manchester City narrow the gap on Premier League leaders Liverpool with victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qnKzIJ

Celtic 6-0 Ross County: Neil Lennon's side return to top after dominant display

Celtic score four goals in nine second-half minutes as they thrashed Ross County and returned to the top of the Scottish Premiership. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2J4pBFr

European Open: Andy Murray beats Ugo Humbert to set up Stan Wawrinka final

Britain's Andy Murray produces a fine comeback to beat Ugo Humbert and reach his first ATP final for two years at the European Open. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MvlgwZ

England demolish Australia but All Blacks await in Rugby World Cup semi-finals

England impressed in their 40-16 win over Australia, but now face the test of holders New Zealand for a place in the World Cup final. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MWcNBX

Middlesbrough 0-1 West Bromwich Albion: Baggies stay top of the Championship

West Bromwich Albion stay top of the Championship table after a late Hal Robson-Kanu winner at Middlesbrough. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35Qmx9s

Haringey Borough v Yeovil Town: FA Cup tie abandoned after reports of racial abuse

Haringey and Yeovil's FA Cup fourth qualifying round match is abandoned after reports of racial abuse aimed at Haringey's goalkeeper. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pwjaUP

Tottenham 1-1 Watford: Dele Alli saves Spurs amid VAR confusion

Dele Alli rescues a point for Tottenham to deny Watford a first Premier League win of the season amid VAR confusion. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33J1Pqo

Leicester City 2-1 Burnley: Youri Tielemans winner on emotional afternoon

Leicester defeat Burnley as the club pay an emotional tribute to late chairman Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha at the King Power Stadium. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33J1QdW

Justin Morneau to miss Canada's Olympic baseball qualifier

One-time American League all-star outfielder Michael Saunders highlights Canada's roster for the upcoming WBSC Premier12 after former AL MVP Justin Morneau was forced to withdraw from the tourney due to injury. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2BrpoIk

Jadon Sancho left out of Borussia Dortmund squad

England's Jadon Sancho is left out of Borussia Dortmund's squad for Saturday's match with Borussia Monchengladbach. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qsV3qr

New Zealand 46-14 Ireland: 'We gave All Blacks a leg up' says Irish coach Schmidt

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt says Ireland were partially architects of their own downfall in their 46-14 World Cup quarter-final defeat by New Zealand. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33HZ7RY

Everton 2-0 West Ham: Toffees win to ease pressure on Marco Silva

Goals from Bernard and Gylfi Sigurdsson help Everton beat West Ham at Goodison Park to ease the pressure on Toffees boss Marco Silva. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MTer7r

The Hundred: Chris Gayle, David Warner & Steve Smith star in main draft

The Hundred main draft takes place on Sunday, with stars such as Chris Gayle, David Warner and Lasith Malinga hoping to earn a contract. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MRjO7c

Eibar 0-3 Barcelona: Champions take top spot in La Liga

Barcelona move to the summit of La Liga as goals from Antoine Griezmann, Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez earn them victory at Eibar. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35Obuhf

Rugby World Cup: Michael Cheika to wait before deciding his future after England defeat

Australia coach Michael Cheika says it is too early to decide whether he will quit after his side's defeat by England in the World Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2J4KZdQ

World Cup Nines: Australia win men's title, while New Zealand claim women's crown

Australia win the men's World Cup Nines after beating New Zealand, while their trans-Tasman rivals claim the women's crown. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32yKkZG

Hong Kong protests: NBA fans join anti-China display

Spectators at a US basketball match don t-shirts and masks in support of the Hong Kong protests. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32wTRk6

England beat Australia 40-16 to make Rugby World Cup semi-finals

England are into the World Cup semi-finals for the first time in 12 years as they ruthlessly dispatch old rivals Australia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2VVU51v

Rugby World Cup: Ireland face New Zealand as they chase first semi-final

Team news, stats and what they said as Ireland face holders New Zealand in Saturday's World Cup quarter-final in Tokyo. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MqAxPB

Artur Beterbiev stops Oleksandr Gvozdk to unify light heavyweight titles

Russia's Artur Beterbiev unifies the light heavyweight division with a 10th-round stoppage of Oleksandr Gvozdyk in Philadelphia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pEKlfV

Juan Mata's Common Goal: Should more footballers sign up?

Juan Mata has persuaded 130 people to donate 1% of their salary to charity as part of his Common Goal project - but should more football figures be involved? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Mrv8rJ

UFC Boston: Molly McCann claims third straight win with dominant victory over Diana Belbita

England's 'Meatball' Molly McCann claims a landslide decision win over Romania's Diana Belbita at UFC Fight Night in Boston, Massachusetts. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2VX78j7

Canada's Paxton outduels Verlander as Yankees force series back to Houston

DJ LeMahieu and Aaron Hicks stunned Justin Verlander with first-inning home runs, James Paxton made the early lead stand up and the New York Yankees beat Houston 4-1 Friday night, cutting the Astros' lead in the AL Championship Series to 3-2. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/35IDR09

Man Utd v Liverpool: Fans discuss Solsjkaer's future & Pogba

BBC Sport asks some football fans to play 'Manchester United Wheel of Fortune' to give their views on Paul Pogba, summer signings and whether Ole Solsjkaer should remain at the club. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MsHsYB

'A chance to get in the history books' - Solskjaer on Man Utd v Liverpool

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says his players are positive before a home game against Liverpool that offers a "chance to get in the history books". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2psz3LZ

Juan Mata: Manchester United player mobbed by fans in Manchester

Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata is mobbed as he films with Football Focus in the city, posing for selfies and speaking with supporters old and young. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35IKnUB

Baseball: Washington Nationals fans perform Baby Shark clap for Gerardo Parra

Watch fans welcome outfielder Gerardo Parra to the field with the Baby Shark clap, as the Washington Nationals beat the St Louis Cardinals to reach the World Series. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OVphwg

Rachel McKinnon: Poster girl label for transgender athletes is unfair

Transgender sprint cyclist Rachel McKinnon says there is no scientific evidence to suggest she holds an advantage over female athletes. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MsPX6f

Non-league: Basford United’s Stefan Galinski header from his own half against FC United

Watch as defender Stefan Galinski scores with a header from his own half for Basford United, who beat FC United 2-1 in the Northern Premier League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35KorZe

Patrick Day: Eddie Hearn in tears over death of boxer

An emotional Eddie Hearn says boxing has to evolve in order for it to become a safer sport following the tragic death of Patrick Day. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35BskQe

MOTDx: Reece & Craig train like the professionals at Crystal Palace

MOTDx's Reece Parkinson and Craig Mitch go training with Premier League club Crystal Palace to see if they have what it takes to make it as a top-flight professional player. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31lvmoC

Bulgaria coach Krasimir Balakov resigns following racism backlash

Krasimir Balakov resigns as Bulgaria manager four days after claiming he did not hear racist chants in England's 6-0 win in Sofia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MVPybp

Rugby World Cup: Wales full strength for France quarter-final

Backs Dan Biggar, Jonathan Davies and Hadleigh Parkes are all fit to start Wales Rugby World Cup quarter-final against France in Oita on Sunday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2VRLMDT

Honesty Cards: Burnley's Ashley Westwood & Ashley Barnes spill the beans

Ashley Westwood and Ashley Barnes reveal who does the best impression of Burnley boss Sean Dyche in the Clarets' dressing room, in this week's Honesty Cards. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33IyFru

T20 World Cup Qualifier: Scotland suffer surprise opening loss to Singapore

Scotland suffer a surprise opening defeat in their T20 World Cup Qualifier as Singapore secure a dramatic two-run victory. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32rudgx

Man Utd v Liverpool - why Reds will go to Old Trafford and win - Danny Murphy

Premier League leaders Liverpool will go to Old Trafford and beat Manchester United on Sunday, says MOTD2 pundit Danny Murphy. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33GqImr

England v Australia: Ex-team-mates Eddie Jones & Michael Cheika go head-to-head

Eddie Jones and Michael Cheika shared the same dressing room as players at Randwick; now they go head-to-head in a World Cup quarter-final. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2VTwL4H

Bulgaria police arrest five more fans over racist abuse of England players

Police in Bulgaria arrest a further five fans suspected of subjecting England players to racist abuse during a Euro 2020 qualifier in Sofia on Monday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MpvFdM

El Clasico: Barcelona v Real Madrid postponed because of fears over civil unrest

This month's El Clasico between Barcelona and Real Madrid is postponed because of fears of civil unrest. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31vjmRz

The Hundred: Jofra Archer, Joe Root and Chris Woakes play our city-based quiz

Cricket has eight brand new teams based in seven UK cities - BBC Sport tested the players on how well they know their cities. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31p2L1D

Sarfaraz Ahmed sacked as Pakistan captain in Test and T20 cricket

Pakistan sack Sarfaraz Ahmed as their Test and Twenty20 captain and replace him with Azhar Ali and Babar Azam. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Mp5mEi

Tiger Woods says he is targeting the Tokyo Olympics as 'big goal'

Tiger Woods says next year's Olympics in Tokyo are a "big goal" as he looks to add to his decorated career. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P3YUnU

Patrick Mahomes: Chiefs quarterback dislocates kneecap in win over Broncos

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after dislocating his kneecap during his side's 30-6 win over the Denver Broncos on Thursday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BoI9Mu

Fantasy football tips: Can the Canaries? Sign Alisson? Axe De Gea?

With the Premier League returning after yet another international break, who should you be signing in fantasy football? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OUEvlm

Marco Silva: Everton manager facing pivotal match against West Ham

Everton's match against West Ham at Goodison Park on Saturday could be decisive for manager Marco Silva's future, writes Phil McNulty. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35CvALc

Astros brush aside mistake-prone Yankees to move within 1 win of World Series

George Springer and Carlos Correa each hit three-run homers and the Houston Astros got another wild ace off the hook to beat the sloppy New York Yankees 8-3 Thursday night and reach the cusp of a second World Series visit in three years. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/32q9eL9

Premier League predictions: Lawro v Strictly stars Alex Scott and Neil Jones

Mark Lawrenson takes on Strictly Come Dancing stars Alex Scott and Neil Jones to make predictions for the latest round of Premier League fixtures. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IYIucF

Luol Deng: British NBA star retires after signing one-day deal with Chicago Bulls

Britain's Luol Deng retires from basketball after signing a one-day contract with Chicago Bulls to ensure he ends his playing career at the same NBA franchise at which it began. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BhMXD8

Patrick Day death: You can say 'it's boxing' but it is so hard to justify, says Eddie Hearn

Promoter Eddie Hearn breaks down in tears in paying tribute to American fighter Patrick Day and says boxing must unite to make the sport safer. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32lgKqq

Andy Murray reaches European Open quarter-finals with victory over Pablo Cuevas

Andy Murray eases into the European Open quarter-finals with a 6-4 6-3 victory over eighth seed Pablo Cuevas in Antwerp. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Jeoovt

Eric Molina: Boxer's ban extended for unauthorised sparring session

American boxer Eric Molina is given an additional one-month ban for breaching the terms of his original two-year suspension for doping. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32qICJF

Premier League: Leicester v Liverpool to kick-off at 20:00 GMT for Amazon showing

Liverpool's Premier League trip to Leicester City on Boxing Day is moved to an 20:00 GMT start so it can be televised as part of Amazon's new contract. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BlHnjc

Edo Mass: Sunweb say it is unlikely Dutch teenager will walk again

Teenager Edo Maas may never walk again after he was involved in a collision with a car during the Piccolo Lombardia, his team say. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33DJkU7

Bulgaria authorities fine and ban four fans over racist abuse of England players

Four of the fans arrested by Bulgarian police for subjecting England players to racist abuse are fined and banned. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nSYllQ

Team FFD: From honing the skills of Jadon Sancho and co to a full fledged academy

Jadon Sancho, Calum Hudson-Odoi and Tammy Abraham honed their skills on a viral internet video channel - whose founder has started an academy for talented hopefuls. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35Ry1Ka

Jeetan Patel: England appoint Warwickshire captain as spin bowling consultant

England appoint New Zealand-born Jeetan Patel as a spin bowling consultant for the Twenty20 series against New Zealand. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MI1BJ2

Rugby rehabilitation programme for Kenyan prisoners

Inmates in Kenya say playing the sport teaches them discipline and gives them hope. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qmDDvF

Atletico Madrid v Villarreal: La Liga submits request to hold fixture in Miami

La Liga asks the Spanish Football Federation for permission to hold December's match between Atletico Madrid and Villarreal in Miami. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IXUgEl

Roger Federer to play French Open in 2020

Roger Federer confirms he will again compete at Roland Garros in 2020 as he seeks to claim a 21st Grand Slam. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31qwJCi

Paul Gascoigne cleared of sex assault on train

The ex-England footballer was accused of "forcefully and sloppily" kissing a fellow passenger. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MpqZnW

The Hundred draft: Who will be first pick?

Vote on who will be first pick in The Hundred draft, and find out who BBC Sport's cricket commentators have picked as the players to watch out for. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OVTTOu

Lee Ann Walker gets 58 penalty shots for breaking new rule over caddie

Lee Ann Walker receives 58 penalty shots after unknowingly breaking a new rule that bans a caddie from lining up their player before shots. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MN5xsi

'It feels like running on trampolines' - Kipchoge & Kosgei's marathon trainers

Eliud Kipchoge and Brigid Kosgei completed their record-breaking marathons in Nike's Vaporfly trainers - coincidence or controversial? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Blq55C

Phil Parkinson: Sunderland name ex-Bolton Wanderers boss as manager

League One club Sunderland confirm former Bolton and Bradford boss Phil Parkinson as their new manager. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31hWDYU

Rugby World Cup: England v Australia - Jordan Petaia to start

Nineteen-year-old Jordan Petaia will win his third Test cap as he starts at centre in Australia's World Cup quarter-final against England on Saturday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oS9LXo

Rugby World Cup: New Zealand go with form against Ireland

Jack Goodhue and Anton Leinert-Brown are New Zealand's midfield for the World Cup quarter-final against Ireland, with Brodie Retallick also starting. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MQQRrR

Errol Spence Jr released from hospital after crash but charged with drink driving

World welterweight champion Errol Spence Jr is released from hospital but faces a charge of driving while intoxicated after a high-speed crash in Dallas. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Blcew9

Premier League: Are Arsenal, Chelsea, Spurs & Man Utd more vulnerable than ever?

With some of the big clubs struggling this season, BBC Sport statistician Chris Collinson takes a look at the reasons why. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MpC5cZ

England name team to face Australia at Rugby World Cup

England head coach Eddie Jones names his team for Saturday's World Cup quarter-final against Australia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32mNrnt

Brooks Koepka: World number one dismisses notion of McIlroy rivalry

World number one Brooks Koepka rejects the suggestion that he has a big rivalry with Rory McIlroy. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OWmfYL

FA Cup first round: Bury expulsion means bye to second round for one team

The final club left in the pot in the FA Cup first-round draw is set to receive a bye to the second round, after Bury's expulsion. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OR4REQ

Jean-Philippe Gbamin: Everton midfielder out until January

Everton's £25m summer signing Jean-Philippe Gbamin is ruled out until January after surgery on a thigh injury. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pq1udh

ALCS Game 4 postponed for rain, Yanks-Astros resume Thursday

Game 4 of the AL Championship Series scheduled for Wednesday night has been postponed because of rain in the forecast. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2OZhDkR

Luxembourg Open: Coco Gauff knocked out in first round by Anna Blinkova

Teenager Coco Gauff has been knocked out of the Luxembourg Open in the first round - just days after winning her maiden WTA title. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MjEHZw

United Arab Emirates cricket trio charged with multiple breaches of ICC anti-corruption code

Captain Mohammad Naveed is one of three UAE players to have been provisionally suspended after being charged under the ICC's anti-corruption code. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MJz5XC

GB Olympic bobsledder Joel Fearon to join Switzerland on temporary basis

British Olympic bobsledder Joel Fearon will compete for Switzerland for the 2019-20 season after the GB team agreed to release him on loan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32l3nX7

England women set for record attendance against Germany at Wembley

A record attendance for a women's football match in the UK could be set after England announce their Wembley friendly against Germany has sold out. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31ksYyj

Blue Jays to battle AL East champion Yankees in Montreal next spring

The Toronto Blue Jays will wrap up their 2020 exhibition schedule with two games against the 2019 American League East champion New York Yankees on March 23 and 24 at Olympic Stadium. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2OU00CI

Rugby World Cup: How Japan became a force to be reckoned with

As Japan prepare for a World Cup quarter-final against South Africa, BBC Sport explores how the hosts became a force to be reckoned with. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32kviXv

The Hundred: How to build a cricket team from scratch

BBC Sport explores how the eight teams competing in The Hundred have been formed - from the name of the teams to the style of their kits. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31iYOeW

English Open: Ronnie O'Sullivan beats China's Yuan Sijun in Crawley

Five-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan edges past 19-year-old Chinese player Yuan Sijun in round two of the English Open in Crawley. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nVwqBW

Rugby World Cup: Rob Herring replaces injured Sean Cronin in Ireland squad

Ulster hooker Rob Herring is called into the Ireland Rugby World Cup squad in place of the injured Sean Cronin. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BdcXzw

El Clasico: La Liga ask for Barcelona-Real Madrid game to be moved

La Liga ask for El Clasico on 26 October to be moved from Barcelona's Nou Camp stadium to Real Madrid's Bernabeu over fears of civil unrest. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2VKBXYo

Tokyo 2020: Olympic marathon and race walks moved to Sapporo over heat fears

The marathon and race walking at next summer's Tokyo Olympics are moved to Sapporo - 800km to the north - because of its cooler conditions. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MiG0YI

Memorial garden to open on Leicester City helicopter crash site

There will be a private ceremony at the garden before its unveiling on the one-year anniversary of the crash. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OTbHtE

Formula 1 reveals plan to stage Miami race at Dolphins stadium

Formula 1 says it has an agreement in principle with the owners of the Miami Dolphins NFL stadium to hold a race in the Florida city from 2021. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MKdj6e

Bulgaria v England: Police arrest four following racist abuse at Euro qualifier

Four Bulgarian football fans suspected of subjecting black England players to racist abuse are detained following police raids. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32on4xq

Racism in football: Uefa punish Lazio with partial stadium closure for fan behaviour

Uefa orders a partial closure of Lazio's stadium for the Italian club's next European home game following the racist behaviour of their fans. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33BewU5

Washington Nationals beat St Louis Cardinals to reach World Series for first time

The Washington Nationals reach baseball's World Series for the first time by beating the St Louis Cardinals 7-4. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32moSam

'Canaries are sitting ducks': the numbers that Norwich need to change - Chris Sutton's Norwich analysis

Former Norwich striker and BBC Radio 5 live pundit Chris Sutton says his old side are heading back to the Championship unless they dramatically improve defensively. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OMjvNE

Monumental 1st inning sends Nationals to 1st World Series in franchise history

Washington is heading to the World Series for the first time in 86 years after the wild-card Nationals used a seven-run first inning and Patrick Corbin's 12-strikeout performance to hold on and beat the St. Louis Cardinals 7-4 Tuesday night for a sweep of the NL Championship Series. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2Be7Lvj

Gerrit Cole stays winning as Astros take series lead over Yankees

A gritty Gerrit Cole held the New York Yankees scoreless without his sharpest stuff, Jose Altuve sparked Houston at the plate and the Astros locked down a 4-1 victory Tuesday to take a 2-1 lead in the AL Championship Series. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2VMuhol

The Hundred: Steve Smith & David Warner among most expensive players in draft

Australia pair Steve Smith and David Warner are among the most expensive players available to be drafted for the inaugural season of The Hundred. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35yX6tf

Sweden 1-1 Spain: Robert Moreno's side qualify for Euro 2020

Three-time champions Spain qualify for Euro 2020 courtesy of Rodrigo's injury-time strike in a draw in Sweden. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OPO3Ov

Bulgaria racist abuse: England wanted to make home fans 'suffer' - Henderson

England players wanted to thrash Bulgaria to make their fans "suffer" for their racist abuse, says Three Lions midfielder Jordan Henderson. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MKAjSA

Euro 2020 qualifier: Republic need win over Denmark after defeat in Switzerland

The Republic of Ireland's hopes of a Euro 2020 spot rest on next month's final home game against Denmark after a 2-0 defeat in Switzerland. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32jzl6n

David de Gea: Injured keeper a doubt for Man Utd v Liverpool

Goalkeeper David de Gea is a doubt for Manchester United's Premier League game against Liverpool on Sunday after coming off injured on Spain duty. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nPVPNl

Finland 3-0 Armenia: Teemu Pukki scores twice for hosts

Norwich striker Teemu Pukki scores twice to boost Finland's hopes of qualifying for Euro 2020 with a comfortable victory over Armenia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ITN7oo

Toni Duggan: Friendship with Kieran Trippier and hunting for roast dinners

England and Atletico Madrid forward Toni Duggan talks to BBC Sport about life in Spain, her new friendship with Kieran Trippier and hunting for roast dinners. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31i26PB

Paul Gascoigne train kiss trial: Ex-footballer breaks down in court

The ex-England footballer is accused of "forcefully and sloppily" kissing a woman on a train. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31d7lA1

Rugby World Cup: Are Tier Two nations closing the gap?

The 100-point winning margins of yesteryear are gone, so are rugby union's lesser lights starting to challenge the Rugby World Cup's established powerhouses? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MhyIok

The Hundred: Pick your dream line-up before Sunday's draft

Pick your dream line-up for The Hundred in preparation for Sunday's player draft. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33zn7qp

Bulgaria v England: 'Football family' must 'wage war on the racists' says Uefa chief

The "football family and governments" need to "wage war on the racists", says the Uefa president after the abuse of England players in Bulgaria. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OOucPG

Tour de France: Froome's bid for fifth title may conclude on La Planche des Belles Filles time trial

Briton Chris Froome's bid for a fifth Tour de France title will conclude with a time trial at La Planche des Belles Filles before the ceremonial final stage in Paris on 19 July. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35FigWG

LeBron James on NBA-China row: Morey tweet was 'misinformed'

The basketball superstar said Daryl Morey was "misinformed" when he tweeted about Hong Kong. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MfjyzR

Katarina Johnson-Thompson nominated for IAAF world athlete award

Britain's world heptathlon champion Katarina Johnson-Thompson is nominated for the IAAF World Athlete of the Year award. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32l1t8Y

England forward Billy Vunipola 'very likely' to face Australia in World Cup quarter-final

England number eight Billy Vunipola is making good progress as he targets a return from injury in the World Cup quarter-final against Australia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33BR3lx

Cenk Sahin: German club St Pauli release midfielder over pro-Turkish post

German second division club St Pauli release Turkish midfielder Cenk Sahin after he posts a message on Instagram in support of his country's military action in northern Syria. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32imtgM

Ronnie O'Sullivan: Crawley English Open venue 'still needs change'

Ronnie O'Sullivan repeats his criticism of the Crawley venue used for staging the English Open. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nQNOYu

Bulgaria v England racism: Bulgarian prime minister calls for football chief to resign

Bulgarian prime minister Boyko Borissov calls for the head of the country's football association to resign after England players were racially abused in Sofia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2VIN9ER

Bulgaria v England: Tyrone Mings heard racist abuse before warm-up

England defender Tyrone Mings says he heard racist abuse coming from the crowd before he had made it across the pitch during the warm-up ahead of their game in Bulgaria. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OQ3whs

Mitchell Marsh: Australia all-rounder to miss start of Test summer after punching wall & breaking hand

Mitchell Marsh will miss the start of Australia's Test summer after punching a wall and breaking his bowling hand. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32hFG26

Patrick Day: Charles Conwell writes emotional letter to injured opponent

Boxer Charles Conwell writes an emotional letter to his injured opponent Patrick Day as he fights for his life after their fight in Chicago. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2prx6PB

MOTDx: Challenging football boot expert Jay Mike to a classic boots quiz

Karl Braidwood challenges football boot collector Jakob Michaelsen, aka Jay Mike, to a quiz on his specialist subject - iconic football boots. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31hOu6N

Nationals cruise past Cardinals and on to doorstep of World Series

Stephen Strasburg took his turn silencing the Cardinals' struggling bats as Washington moved one win away from the city's first World Series appearance in 86 years by beating St. Louis 8-1 Monday night. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/32gFQqv

France 1-1 Turkey: World champions held in Paris

World champions France are held to a 1-1 draw by Turkey in Paris to delay their qualification for Euro 2020. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MFghsC

Racist abuse in Bulgaria-England game 'clear as day' - Tyrone Mings

England defender Tyrone Mings says he could hear the racist abuse "as clear as day" in the Euro 2020 qualifier against Bulgaria. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2VLyid0

Trans female athletes must lower testosterone levels, IAAF rules

Governing body the IAAF halves the limit on natural testosterone levels for trans female athletes. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pqOBzx

Cristiano Ronaldo scores 700th career goal in Portugal's 2-1 loss to Ukraine in Euro 2020 qualifier

Cristiano Ronaldo reaches a career landmark by scoring his 700th career goal in Portugal's Euro 2020 qualifying defeat by Ukraine. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35zD8hI

Bulgaria v England: Euro 2020 qualifier temporarily halted due to racist behaviour from fans

England's Euro 2020 qualifier with Bulgaria in Sofia is temporarily halted with fans warned about racist behaviour. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IQ60IN

Man Utd: Anthony Martial to return to training before Liverpool match

Manchester United forward Anthony Martial will return to training this week, raising hopes he could be fit to face Liverpool on Sunday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oxmM8Z

Northern Ireland: Paddy McNair scores twice in 3-2 friendly win in Prague

Two goals from Paddy McNair help Northern Ireland beat the Czech Republic 3-2 - their first away win in a friendly for 13 years. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35ydsSy

Tottenham were unable to sell the players they wanted to - Daniel Levy

Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy says the club were unable to sell all the players they wanted to in the summer. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ON7pUz

Michel Vorm rejoins Tottenham to cover for injured Hugo Lloris

Tottenham re-sign free agent Michel Vorm for the rest of the season following the injury to goalkeeper Hugo Lloris. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31fRKzA

British man dies in Sofia before England's Euro 2020 qualifier

A British man has died in Sofia before England's Euro 2020 qualifier, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office says. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35BFuN1

Zimbabwe readmitted as an ICC member after political interference ban

The ICC lifts its three-month suspension of Zimbabwe for political interference and reinstates them as a member. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2qdEXRs

Tokyo 2020: Roger Federer says his 'heart decided' to play Olympic Games

Roger Federer confirms his intention to play in next summer's Olympics in Tokyo as he chases an elusive gold medal in the men's singles. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OJKjxQ

Bundee Aki: Ireland centre's Rugby World Cup ended by three-match ban

Ireland centre Bundee Aki's World Cup is over after he is handed a three-match ban following his red card against Samoa. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MSmd1F

Biles, Kosgei and Gauff - how the female trio are lighting up sport

BBC Sport looks at how Simone Biles, Brigid Kosgei and Coco Gauff made the headlines in a record-breaking weekend. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OK2DqD

British Champions Day: Enable to miss Ascot showpiece with future unclear

Enable will not run at Ascot's British Champions Day on Saturday less than a fortnight after coming second in the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IRkzfj

Paul Gascoigne sex assault trial: Ex-footballer 'sloppily' kissed woman

The ex-footballer said he was trying to give her a "confidence boost", a sex assault trial hears. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OSkUC6

New mixed golf tournament to be hosted by Henrik Stenson and Annika Sorenstam

Men and women will compete against each other for one trophy at a new event to be hosted by Swedish golfers Henrik Stenson and Annika Sorenstam next year. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2VFW4a4

Japan deserve their history-making moment - Matt Dawson column

Japan deserve to reach the quarter-finals in what is a history-making moment, says World Cup winner Matt Dawson. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35w9qdK

Catalan Football Federation suspends matches after separatist leaders jailed

The Catalan Football Federation suspends all matches in the region after nine Catalan separatist leaders are jailed. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35u3AJT

Euro 2020: Uefa probes Turkey footballers' military salute

Players salute their nation's troops fighting in Syria during an international match with Albania. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2B8JJSe

Bulgaria v England: Can you name England team from last away meeting?

As England travel to Sofia for their latest Euro 2020 qualifier, it's time to test how well you recall the last time they played in Bulgaria. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/3299Q7D

England: Gareth Southgate on James Maddison after casino visit

England manager Gareth Southgate says he knows "pretty much everything" about his players after James Maddison was pictured in a casino. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2VGXUI0

Astros even series thanks to Carlos Correa's walk-off homer in extras

Carlos Correa hit a leadoff home run in the 11th inning and the Houston Astros won a battle of the bullpens, beating the New York Yankees 3-2 Sunday night to tie the AL Championship Series at one game apiece. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/33tZFdY

Belarus 1-2 Netherlands: Georginio Wijnaldum scores twice as Dutch close on Euro 2020 spot

Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum scores twice as Netherlands beat Belarus 2-1 to edge closer to Euro 2020 qualification. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nHekDr

Scotland 6-0 San Marino: John McGinn nets hat-trick in Euro 2020 qualifier

John McGinn scores his first career hat-trick as Scotland end a run of four defeats with a straightforward win over San Marino at a sodden Hampden. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35uF2QP

Kazakhstan 0-2 Belgium: Michy Batshuayi scores as Eden Hazard impresses

Belgium continue their flawless record in Euro 2020 qualifying with a routine 2-0 win at already-eliminated Kazakhstan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2B7b73l

Mo Farah eighth in Chicago marathon as Lawrence Cherono wins

Kenyan Lawrence Cherono wins the Chicago Marathon after a sprint finish as Britain's Mo Farah finishes eighth. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MxMDFC

Coco Gauff wins first WTA title beating Jelena Ostapenko in Linz Open final

Coco Gauff wins her first WTA title by beating former French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko 6-3 1-6 6-2 in the Linz Open final. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oCCsYp

Brigid Kosgei breaks Paula Radcliffe's women's marathon record

Brigid Kosgei claims a new women's marathon world record in Chicago, beating the time set by Britain's Paula Radcliffe in 2003. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2B8hVO3

Japan 28-21 Scotland: Gregor Townsend's side out of Rugby World Cup

Scotland crash out of the World Cup at the pool stage for only the second time after being beaten by an irrepressible Japan in Yokohama. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2M8rNNU

Brazil 1-1 Nigeria: Neymar limps off in first half

Paris Saint Germain forward Neymar limps off as Brazil are held to a 1-1 draw by Nigeria in Singapore. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35F94S6

World Gymnastics Championships: Joe Fraser wins Britain's first parallel bars gold

Britain's Joe Fraser wins his first World Gymnastics Championships gold medal with victory in the men's parallel bars. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/319DOaf

Simone Biles: Gymnast wins record 24th World Championships medal

Simone Biles becomes the most decorated gymnast in World Championships history by winning her 24th medal with gold on the balance beam. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31cYJcx

India v South Africa: Hosts secure record 11th straight home Test series win

India thrash South Africa by an innings and 137 runs in the second Test in Pune to secure a record 11th home Test series win in a row. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2VD2gzw

Ottmar Hitzfeld Stadium: What's it like to play at Europe's 'highest' football stadium?

It's so remote you can only get there by cable car but what is it like to play at Europe's 'highest' football pitch? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32egoC6

Rugby World Cup 2019: Wales book France quarter with stuttering 35-13 Uruguay win

Wales labour to a 35-13 Rugby World Cup win over Uruguay to seal top spot in Pool D and set up a quarter-final against France. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/35v39Pa

Patrick Day: Boxer in hospital after Charles Conwell fight

Patrick Day is in hospital following his super welterweight loss to Charles Conwell on the undercard of the Oleksandr Usyk-Chazz Witherspoon fight. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33qq5gL

United States 19-31 Tonga: Tongans end Rugby World Cup campaign with win

Tonga come from behind to deservedly beat the United States in their final Pool C game and earn their first win of the Rugby World Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pevMj6

Valtteri Bottas wins Japanese Grand Prix

Mercedes' Valtteri Bottas wins Japanese Grand Prix after overtaking both Ferraris at start. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/33qlzPq

Oleksandr Usyk stops Chazz Witherspoon in round seven to win heavyweight debut

Oleksandr Usyk wins his first fight at heavyweight after stopping Chazz Witherspoon in round seven in Chicago. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oC9gRh

Tyson Fury: WWE venture carries risk but huge reward in strange boxing times

The timing is not ideal but the rewards are significant and Tyson Fury can again prove his sales prowess when he enters the WWE. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/314tTmo

Fikayo Tomori: How Canada helped set 'mystery' defender on path to stardom

Chelsea defender Fikayo Tomori could make his England debut on Monday night. BBC Sport take a look at how his international future was almost very different. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MAyA2b

Astros left seeing stars as Tanaka dazzles for Yankees in Game 1

Gleyber Torres kept up his October surge with a homer and five RBIs, Masahiro Tanaka polished his playoff resume and the New York Yankees blanked the Houston Astros 7-0 Saturday night in the AL Championship Series opener. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2B3Am6y