Players accepting Mourinho return

9:25pm Friday 24th May 2013

Chelsea's players appear to have grown used to the likelihood of Jose Mourinho returning return to the club.


Klopp laments London traffic

Jurgen Klopp believes Wembley is the perfect stadium for the Champions League final

9:25pm Friday 24th May 2013

Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp believes his side will be lucky if they manage to get to Wembley in time for kick off in Saturday's Champions League final.

Bowyer to stay on as Rovers boss

Gary Bowyer had two spells as caretaker boss at Ewood Park

9:12pm Friday 24th May 2013

Blackburn have appointed Gary Bowyer as their manager on a 12-month rolling contract.

Townsend out after betting charges

Andros Townsend has pulled out of the England Under-21 squad

7:21pm Friday 24th May 2013

Tottenham winger Andros Townsend has pulled out of the England Under-21 squad for this summer's European Championship in Israel after being charged by the Football Association with betting offences.

Muller in confident mood

Thomas Muller insists last year's final won't be playing on the minds of Bayern Munich's stars

7:13pm Friday 24th May 2013

Bayern Munich's Thomas Muller is not panicking about the prospect of more Champions League final shoot-out misery at Wembley on Saturday.

Molinari leads as Donald misses the cut

Francesco Molinari carded an impressive 68 in difficult conditions at Wentworth

7:06pm Friday 24th May 2013

Italy's Francesco Molinari set the clubhouse target on a miserable day at Wentworth as Ryder Cup team-mate Luke Donald's bid for a third successive BMW PGA Championship title came to a premature end.

Courier backing for Robson

Laura Robson, pictured, will face Caroline Wozniacki in the first round

5:22pm Friday 24th May 2013

Former French Open champion Jim Courier has tipped Laura Robson to make the second week at Roland Garros.

Djokovic out to complete Grand Slam

Novak Djokovic says the French Open is his 'number one priority this year'

5:22pm Friday 24th May 2013

Novak Djokovic is a man on a mission at the French Open - just do not mention Rafael Nadal.

Rain claims day one at Headingley

Persistent rain meant no play was possible on day one of the second Test at Headlingley

4:38pm Friday 24th May 2013

The first day of the second Investec Test between England and New Zealand has been washed out after persistent rain at Headingley.

Phelan and Steele leave United

Mike Phelan is leaving Manchester United

3:43pm Friday 24th May 2013

Manchester United are to part company with coaches Mike Phelan and Eric Steele.

Townsend charged by FA

Andros Townsend has been charged with breaching betting regulations

3:39pm Friday 24th May 2013

Tottenham player Andros Townsend has been charged with allegedly breaching betting regulations by the Football Association.

Platini warns of match-fixing mafia

Michel Platini said match-fixing is far from widespread, but it is something the game needs to stamp out completely

2:58pm Friday 24th May 2013

UEFA president Michel Platini has warned of mafia involvement in match-fixing - but his call for a Europe-wide sports police force has fallen on deaf ears.

Molinari leads the way

Francesco Molinari carded a second-round 68

2:58pm Friday 24th May 2013

Francesco Molinari set the clubhouse target on a miserable day at Wentworth as Ryder Cup team-mate Luke Donald's bid for a third successive BMW PGA Championship title came to a premature end.

UEFA offer Champions League incentive

Gianni Infantino announced that Europa League winners will qualify for the Champions League from the 2015/16 season

12:04pm Friday 24th May 2013

The Europa League winners will qualify for the Champions League from the 2015/16 season, it was confirmed at UEFA's Congress.

Henman: Murray made right decision

Tim Henman, pictured, says Andy Murray can come back 'fresh and recharged'

12:03pm Friday 24th May 2013

Tim Henman believes Andy Murray's decision to pull out of next week's French Open due to a back injury will boost his chances of claiming his first Wimbledon title later this summer.

Robson to face Wozniacki in Paris

Laura Robson has never won a main-draw match in Paris

11:28am Friday 24th May 2013

British number one Laura Robson will meet former world number one Caroline Wozniacki in the first round of the French Open.

Desailly: Gareth should Bale out

Gareth Bale scored 31 goals for club and country during the recently completed season

11:17am Friday 24th May 2013

Gareth Bale should leave Tottenham for a club that has a "culture of victory", according to Marcel Desailly.

Second Test delayed by rain

The covers remain on at Headingley

11:02am Friday 24th May 2013

The second Investec Test between England and New Zealand at Headingley has been delayed by rain.

Lydon takes on RFU role

Joe Lydon, England's new head of international player development, will report to Stuart Lancaster

10:41am Friday 24th May 2013

Joe Lydon has been appointed England's new head of international player development.

New Everton deal for Osman

Leon Osman has been at Everton since he was an apprentice, making 284 league appearances

10:32am Friday 24th May 2013

Leon Osman has signed a contract extension which will keep him at Everton until 2015.

New deal for Osman

Leon Osman has been at Everton since he was an apprentice, making 284 league appearances

9:23am Friday 24th May 2013

Leon Osman has signed a contract extension which will keep him at Everton until 2015.

Benteke won't be forced to stay at Villa

Christian Benteke has been linked to with a move away from Villa Park

8:46am Friday 24th May 2013

Striker Christian Benteke has told Aston Villa he "won't necessarily accept" it if they tell him he cannot leave the club.

Button eager to hit qualifying pace

Jenson Button was eighth quickest after the first two practice sessions around the streets of Monte Carlo (AP)

8:30am Friday 24th May 2013

Jenson Button is hoping McLaren can unlock qualifying pace ahead of Saturday's one-lap showdown around Monaco if his new-found happiness is not to be shattered.

Garcia still keen to speak to Tiger

Sergio Garcia, pictured, hopes to apologise in person after offending Tiger Woods

7:56am Friday 24th May 2013

Sergio Garcia has reiterated his desire to apologise in person to Tiger Woods after European Tour chief executive George O'Grady unwittingly reopened the racism row which has overshadowed the BMW PGA Championship.

Prince William to address UEFA

Prince William officially open UEFA's Congress in London

7:56am Friday 24th May 2013

Prince William will address UEFA's Congress in London on Friday in his role as president of the Football Association.

Donald not giving up

Luke Donald lies 12 shots off the clubhouse lead at the BMW PGA Championship

7:56am Friday 24th May 2013

Luke Donald today went into the second round of the BMW PGA Championship insisting his hopes of a third win in succession at Wentworth were not already over.

Moyes delighted by Ferdinand deal

It is anticipated there will be a testimonial for Rio Ferdinand at some stage during the summer

7:13am Friday 24th May 2013

David Moyes had no hesitation in rubber-stamping Rio Ferdinand's one-year contract extension because he believes the Manchester United defender has just had one of his best seasons ever.

Cook rallies top order

Alastair Cook, pictured, concedes Kevin Pietersen is a must-pick upon his return to fitness

7:13am Friday 24th May 2013

Alastair Cook leads England into battle against New Zealand today in the knowledge that one of his side may have to give up their Ashes dream to accommodate Kevin Pietersen.

Tipuric ready to fight for spot

Justin Tipuric, pictured, and Sam Warburton are Warren Gatland's options at openside flanker

11:35pm Thursday 23rd May 2013

Justin Tipuric hopes Sam Warburton's selection as British and Irish Lions captain will not harm his chances of earning a Test spot against Australia.

Donald's hopes disappear in the cold

Luke Donald carded a six-over 78 at Wentworth

10:30pm Thursday 23rd May 2013

South Africa's James Kingston claimed the clubhouse lead in the weather-disrupted BMW PGA Championship as Luke Donald's bid for a third straight victory suffered a potentially fatal blow.

Fergie to retire at end of season

Sir Alex Ferguson's last game in charge will be at West Brom on May 19

9:29am Wednesday 8th May 2013

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has confirmed he is to retire at the end of the season, ending his history-making spell at the club.

Okoye to join 49ers

Lawrence Okoye will join a team that reached the Super Bowl last year

7:54am Sunday 28th April 2013

British Olympian Lawrence Okoye has announced he will sign for NFL franchise the San Francisco 49ers.

Wane pained to see Richards go

Pat Richards, right, is leaving Wigan at the end of the season

6:37am Saturday 27th April 2013

Pat Richards kicked Super League leaders Wigan to a win at Hull and coach Shaun Wane admitted that he had done everything he could to try and keep the winger at the club.

Mancini: Victorious City were poor

Roberto Mancini paid tribute to opponents Wigan after Manchester City's win

6:10am Thursday 18th April 2013

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini admitted his side had been below par after labouring to a 1-0 win over Wigan at the Etihad Stadium.

Allardyce: Decision cost Hammers

Sam Allardyce was furious with the officiating for Manchester United's crucial second goal

6:10am Thursday 18th April 2013

West Ham manager Sam Allardyce believes his side were denied a "famous victory" over Barclays Premier League leaders Manchester United after Robin van Persie scored a late equaliser from an offside position.

Howley 'proud to be Welsh'

Rob Howley believes a number of Wales' players will make the Lions squad this summer

7:44am Sunday 17th March 2013

Rob Howley admitted it was the best day of his coaching life after Wales recorded an historic 30-3 victory against England at the Millennium Stadium to clinch the RBS 6 Nations title and deprive their opponents of a Grand Slam to boot.

Mall finish for Tour's UK leg

The Mall in central London will be the finish for a stage of the Tour de France

10:50am Thursday 17th January 2013

The 2014 Tour de France will aim to recreate the excitement of last year's London Olympics by having a stage finish in the Mall, it has been announced.

Uncapped duo named in England squad

Tom Youngs has been named in the England squad

10:50am Thursday 25th October 2012

Uncapped forwards Mako Vunipola and Tom Youngs have been called into the England squad for the QBE autumn internationals.

Bolton confirm Freedman as boss

Dougie Freedman has been announced as Bolton's new manager

11:33am Thursday 25th October 2012

Bolton have confirmed Dougie Freedman as their new manager.

Mancini: Ajax defeat was my fault

Roberto Mancini took responsibility for Manchester City's defeat at Ajax.

10:50am Thursday 25th October 2012

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini took the blame for his side's defeat at Ajax which left them struggling to keep their Champions League campaign alive.

Bould feels fans' frustration

Steve Bould shared Arsenal fans' frustration on Wednesday night

10:50am Thursday 25th October 2012

Arsenal assistant manager Steve Bould sympathised with disgruntled fans after Wednesday night's 2-0 Champions League defeat by Schalke at the Emirates Stadium.

Ferdinands: We want to help

Anton Ferdinand, left, and Rio Ferdinand said they want to work with the Kick it Out campaign

10:50am Thursday 25th October 2012

The Ferdinand brothers want to work with Kick it Out to make it more relevant.

Fortune 'understands frustration'

Quinton Fortune, right, said he was not surprised by Rio Ferdinand's reaction to Terry's ban

10:50am Thursday 25th October 2012

Former Manchester United midfielder Quinton Fortune says he is not surprised Rio Ferdinand reacted the way he did to John Terry's four-match ban for racially abusing Anton Ferdinand given he was suspended for eight months when he missed a drugs test.

Tour route will prove tough for Wiggins

Bradley Wiggins, left, and Chris Froome look on during the 2013 Tour de France Presentation in Paris

10:50am Thursday 25th October 2012

The route for the 2013 Tour de France was announced on Wednesday and it will not lend itself to Bradley Wiggins staking a claim for consecutive wins.

I'll be true to myself - Cook

Alastair Cook, pictured, is planning to lead England in his own way and not pretend to be Andrew Strauss

10:50am Thursday 25th October 2012

Alastair Cook is determined to be his own man as he leads England on his first tour as the official Test captain in India.

Huddersfield snap up Kopczak

Craig Kopczak has joined Huddersfield Giants

10:50am Thursday 25th October 2012

Huddersfield have announced the signing of Wales captain Craig Kopczak, who quit Bradford in controversial circumstances just before the end of the 2012 season.

Brown could skipper Scotland

Kelly Brown could take over as Scotland's captain

10:50am Thursday 25th October 2012

Kelly Brown could succeed Ross Ford as Scotland captain for the Test with New Zealand, with head coach Andy Robinson to announce his skipper next week.

Harrington lifts Grand Slam title

Padraig Harrington won the PGA Grand Slam of Golf by one shot.

10:50am Thursday 25th October 2012

Padraig Harrington stormed to a £375,000 victory in the PGA Grand Slam of Golf in Bermuda on Wednesday, his first win for two years.

Jenas set for Forest return

Jermaine Jenas

3:49pm Wednesday 26th September 2012

Tottenham midfielder Jermaine Jenas looks set to return to his first club Nottingham Forest.

Nine renovated and new businesses open on same day in St Margarets

Good day: St Margarets enjoyed a good day for business

12:28pm Friday 14th September 2012

Confidence seems to be lifting in St Margarets after nine new and refurbished businesses opened their doors on the same day.

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