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Championship: Rooney's struggling Birmingham visit CoventryFollow live text as Wayne Rooney's out-of-sorts Birmingham City visit near neighbours Coventry City in the Championship.
European Champions Cup: Glasgow v Northampton - radio & textRadio and text commentary as Glasgow Warriors take on Northampton Saints in the European Champions Cup, plus text updates of Clermont v Edinburgh.
Women used to 'systemic misogyny' in football - HayesChelsea manager Emma Hayes says women are "routinely used to dealing with systemic misogyny and bullying" in football.
We need LIV's Rahm - McIlroy's Ryder Cup U-turnEurope will need to "rewrite the rules" for Ryder Cup eligibility following Jon Rahm's move to LIV Golf, says Rory McIlroy.
FIA inquiry into Wolff 'unacceptable' - HamiltonLewis Hamilton says the actions of Formula 1's governing body have been "unacceptable" in launching an inquiry into Toto and Susie Wolff.
Penalty! - Defender handles ball while high-fiving keeperA spot-kick was awarded in the Saudi Pro League when Al Fateh defender Fahad Al Harbi tried to high-five his goalkeeper, but handled the ball instead.
Sutton's Premier League predictions v Vigil star Dougray ScottBBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Vigil star Dougray Scott for this weekend's Premier League predictions.
Hodgson 'bitterly regrets' remarks about Palace fansCrystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson regrets calling the club's supporters "spoiled" after they booed his players off the pitch during the week.
Bills coach apologises for 9/11 team talk referenceBuffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott apologises for referencing the 9/11 hijackers in a team meeting in 2019.
Watch: Raith Rovers v Partick Thistle in Scottish ChampionshipWatch live BBC Scotland coverage as second-top Raith Rovers host third-placed Partick Thistle in the Scottish Championship.
Man City poor run a reality check - GuardiolaPep Guardiola believes the current winless streak is a valuable reality check for his Manchester City squad.
NFL coach 'regrets' 9/11 team talk referenceBuffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott apologises for referencing the 9/11 hijackers in a team meeting in 2019, whilst trying to stress the importance of communication.
Russians to compete at Paris Olympics as neutralsRussian and Belarusian athletes will be allowed to participate in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games as neutrals, the IOC confirms.
'Rahm's seismic LIV switch leaves golf deeply fractured'The landscape of men's professional golf is fundamentally shifting with Jon Rahm's switch to LIV Golf, writes Iain Carter.
Saudi World Cup sportswashing claims 'very shallow'Sports Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Faisal defends Saudi Arabia's right to host the 2034 World Cup in exclusive interview with BBC sports editor Dan Roan.
Essex players victims of racist abuse - reportFormer Essex players were victims of "racist abuse and discriminatory treatment", a report has concluded.
Ten Hag & Maguire win November Premier League awardsManchester United boss Erik ten Hag wins Premier League manager of the month while Harry Maguire wins the player award for November.
Fan jailed for racially abusing Rio FerdinandJamie Arnold made racist gestures to the former defender at Wolves' Molineux stadium in May 2021.
‘It's not a facade – Billam-Smith truly is a gentleman’In his BBC Sport column, Viddal Riley discusses cruiserweight champion Chris Billam-Smith's first world title defence and maps out his own route to world honours.
One at the back? Chelsea to open gap? - WSL previewCould Everton be forced to play one at the back? Will Chelsea open a gap on Arsenal at the top of the league? BBC Sport picks out three things to look out for in the WSL this weekend.
The art of the winger & why Arsenal pair stand outFormer Arsenal star Theo Walcott explains why Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli are the modern-day wingers he loves to watch.
'In the genes' - Ditcheva explains special KO powerBritain's Dakota Ditcheva looks to extend her impressive record of eight finishes in nine fights when she faces Valentina Scatizzi in the PFL Europe finals in Dublin on Friday.
Scott claims first European short course titleDuncan Scott claims his first European short course title as he sets a British record in a dominant men's 200m individual medley victory in Romania.
Mac Allister injury 'doesn't look good' - KloppJurgen Klopp says Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister's injury "doesn't look good" but is not serious.
GB's Stoecker wins Skeleton World Cup goldGreat Britain's Tabby Stoecker secures a women's Skeleton World Cup gold medal in France on just her second start.
The day brilliant Berbatov hit five for Man UtdBBC Sport looks back at Dimitar Berbatov's five-goal display in Manchester United's 7-1 win against Blackburn Rovers in the Premier League in 2010.
Consistent Gordon a strong midfield optionAn injury to Bryan Mbeumo means a change in midfield might be needed to your fantasy football team and Alistair Bruce-Ball gives you some tips for gameweek 16.
Tuilagi has a 'few more years in him' - SandersonManu Tuilagi has a "few more years in him", says Sale Sharks head coach Alex Sanderson ahead of the Investec Champions Cup clash with Stade Francais.
Lamb out of England Test squad with back injuryMaia Bouchier and Kirstie Gordon have been called up to England's squad for the one-off Test against India, with Emma Lamb suffering a back injury.
Arteta says he won't stop showing emotion despite banMikel Arteta says he does not know how to stop showing emotion after he received a third yellow card of the season during Arsenal's late win at Luton.
Panthers 'courage' needed after tragedy - CarusoDefenceman Mike Caruso says it has taken "a lot of courage" for the Nottingham Panthers to return to the ice following the death of team-mate Adam Johnson.
Man Utd open to Casemiro, Varane and Sancho offers - Friday's gossipManchester United listen to offers for Casemiro, Spurs eye Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite, Arsenal keen on Joao Palhinha, plus more.
Henry scores twice as Patriots end losing streakWatch highlights as the New England Patriots snap a five-game losing streak to beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 21-18, thanks to two touchdowns from tight end Hunter Henry.
Raya or Ramsdale? The conundrum still facing ArsenalGary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards weigh up the pros and cons of having two top goalkeepers in one squad.
Advent calendar day eight: England women win Grand Slam deciderEngland seal a Six Nations Grand Slam at Twickenham, holding on for a 38-33 victory against France.
Tottenham lacked conviction - PostecoglouTottenham manager Ange Postecoglou says his team "lacked conviction" in their 2-1 defeat by West Ham, the fifth game in a row Spurs have dropped points from a winning position.
Win at Spurs is huge for West Ham - MoyesWest Ham manager David Moyes says his team's 2-1 win at Tottenham is "huge" and praises the way the Hammers counter-attacked.
Dyche hails Everton 'mentality' after crucial winEverton manager Sean Dyche says his players' mentality is "growing" after a 3-0 win over Newcastle sees the Toffees climb out of the Premier League's relegation zone.
Champions Cup guide: Can anyone stop La Rochelle?The European Champions Cup kicks off on Friday with La Rochelle chasing a third title in a row - who might stop them and who are the stars to watch?
Tottenham sign 123-cap China midfielder WangTottenham sign China midfielder Wang Shuang from Racing Louisville on a deal running to 2026.
GB women lose 8-0 to Dutch but Walker shines as men winGreat Britain's women suffer their heaviest FIH Pro League defeat with an 8-0 loss to the Netherlands while GB's men beat the Dutch 3-2.
Blackpool feel 'disrespected' by 'incompetent' FABlackpool boss Neil Critchley calls the Football Association "incompetent" after their FA Cup second-round tie was postponed at short notice.
Snoop Dogg & an ex-Wolves midfielder - meet Malaysia's 'Invincibles'Former Wolves midfielder Hong Wan has moved from the Premier League to Malaysia's 'Invincibles' Johor Darul Ta'zim.
Returning Osaka targets place at Paris OlympicsFormer world number one Naomi Osaka is targeting the 2024 Paris Olympics and further Grand Slam crowns as she prepares to return to action.
Captain Farrell returns for Saracens against BullsOwen Farrell returns to captain Saracens in their Investec Champions Cup game against the Bulls on Saturday.
BBC and ITV announce Euro 2024 match picksThe BBC will show England's first two group games at Euro 2024 and ITV will broadcast the opening match between Germany and Scotland.
Who is your World Sport Star of the Year?Pick from a shortlist of six for this year's BBC World Sport Star of the Year award.
Williamson's ACL recovery 'not the easiest journey'England captain Leah Williamson says recovering from an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury has "not been the easiest journey".
Lions to play in Ireland for first time in 2025The British and Irish Lions will play in Ireland for the first time in 2025 when they face Argentina at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin ahead of their tour to Australia.
Fifteen finalists named for BBC Unsung Hero awardFifteen national regional winners are in contention to be crowned the 2023 BBC Sports Personality Unsung Hero of the Year.
Glasgow & Edinburgh ready for European campaignsGlasgow and Edinburgh both kick off their European adventures on Friday, but have swapped competitions from last season.
Captain Farrell returns for Saracens against BullsOwen Farrell returns to captain Saracens in their Investec Champions Cup game against the Bulls on Saturday.
European Champions Cup: Glasgow v Northampton - radio & textRadio and text commentary as Glasgow Warriors take on Northampton Saints in the European Champions Cup, plus text updates of Clermont v Edinburgh.
Davies yet to make Swansea decision - PostecoglouTottenham manager Ange Postecoglou says assistant Chris Davies has yet to decide whether he should become Swansea City's new head coach.
Watch: Carrick Rangers v CrusadersLive coverage of Carrick Rangers against Crusaders from Taylors Avenue, plus live text and in-play clips of Larne v Glenavon and Newry v Ballymena.
'If I didn't have my stroke, would I be playing for England?’As he lay in a hospital bed recovering from a stroke, Matt Crossen was prepared for the physical battle to return to the football pitch. The mental challenge was more of a surprise.
Cursed? The story of the 72-year-old hex that haunts MayoIn 1951, a celebratory trophy parade is said to have crossed paths with a funeral procession. Whether true or not, their meeting hangs over Mayo's Gaelic football team.
Glory and fury - Liverpool, Boston and a tale of two teamsOwner John Henry has ended title droughts on both sides of the Atlantic, but neither Liverpool or Boston Red Sox fans are entirely happy with the direction he is taking their teams.
From bidding for Bale to selling team bus - the fall of Chinese Super LeagueOnce it was China, not Saudi Arabia, on a multi-million pound recruitment drive to buy in the world's best football talent. In just a few years though, the Chinese Super League's big-money plans have imploded.
England's pioneer who died with a tale untoldThere was little fanfare when Frank Soo passed away in 1991, but his story as the first non-white England international has emerged from obscurity since.
The remote retreats shaping men and medal prospectsAnthony Mullally lifted the biggest prize in northern hemisphere rugby league, but his emptiness on doing so led him to a life far from the bright lights and big stage.
A rivalry heated by history - the significance of Morocco's win over SpainWhen Morocco beat Spain at last year's World Cup, it was a result that struck at the core of a long, complicated relationship between the two countries.
Chelsea manager Emma Hayes says women are "routinely used to dealing with systemic misogyny and bullying" in football.
BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Vigil star Dougray Scott for this weekend's Premier League predictions.
Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson regrets calling the club's supporters "spoiled" after they booed his players off the pitch during the week.
Jurgen Klopp says Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister's injury "doesn't look good" but is not serious.
Mikel Arteta says he does not know how to stop showing emotion after he received a third yellow card of the season during Arsenal's late win at Luton.
Could Everton be forced to play one at the back? Will Chelsea open a gap on Arsenal at the top of the league? BBC Sport picks out three things to look out for in the WSL this weekend.
Pep Guardiola believes the current winless streak is a valuable reality check for his Manchester City squad.
Jamie Arnold made racist gestures to the former defender at Wolves' Molineux stadium in May 2021.
A spot-kick was awarded in the Saudi Pro League when Al Fateh defender Fahad Al Harbi tried to high-five his goalkeeper, but handled the ball instead.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola apologises to Kalvin Phillips when asked if the player will leave in January because of a lack of playing time.
The Football News Show asks if Arsenal are better prepared this season to last the distance in the title race.
Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards weigh up the pros and cons of having two top goalkeepers in one squad.
Chelsea women's manager Emma Hayes says women are used to "systemic misogyny", following comments made by ex-footballer Joey Barton on X criticising women working in the men's game.
BBC Sport looks back at Dimitar Berbatov's five-goal display in Manchester United's 7-1 win against Blackburn Rovers in the Premier League in 2010.
BBC Sport teases a Football Focus piece in which Arsenal defender and England captain Leah Williamson takes on a new challenge away from the pitch.
Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou says his assistant coach Chris Davies - who Swansea City want as their new boss - is an "outstanding individual".
Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou says his team "lacked conviction" in their 2-1 defeat by West Ham, the fifth game in a row Spurs have dropped points from a winning position.
West Ham manager David Moyes says his team's 2-1 win at Tottenham is "huge" and praises the way the Hammers counter-attacked.
Everton manager Sean Dyche says his players' mentality is "growing" after a 3-0 win over Newcastle sees the Toffees climb out of the Premier League's relegation zone.
Nottingham Forest boss Steve Cooper says he is not dwelling on speculation over his future following his side's 5-0 defeat at Fulham in the Premier League.
Owen Farrell returns to captain Saracens in their Investec Champions Cup game against the Bulls on Saturday.
England and Bristol prop Ellis Genge will miss a number of weeks due to a hamstring injury.
England wing Henry Arundell will start at full-back for Racing 92 when they host Harlequins on Saturday in their opening Investec Champions Cup game.
The European Champions Cup kicks off on Friday with La Rochelle chasing a third title in a row - who might stop them and who are the stars to watch?
The Welsh regions kick off their European Champions Cup and Challenge Cup campaigns this weekend.
Fly-half Finn Russell will start for Bath in their opening Investec Champions Cup game against Ulster on Saturday.
Fiji centre Semi Radradra will make his Lyon debut on his return to Ashton Gate Stadium in the Investec Champions Cup.
Ireland hooker Dan Sheehan will make his 50th Leinster appearance in Sunday's Investec Champions Cup opener with reigning champions La Rochelle.
Ireland will face world champions South Africa in a two-Test series tour next summer.
Manu Tuilagi returns from injury to start Sale Sharks' Investec Champions Cup game against Stade Francais on Sunday.
Leicester Tigers head coach Dan McKellar makes three changes to the starting side that thrashed Newcastle for their opening Investec Champions Cup game against Stormers.
After a heavy defeat by Bath, Exeter coach Rob Baxter makes six changes for their opening Investec Champions Cup game on Saturday against Toulon.
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Manu Tuilagi has a "few more years in him", says Sale Sharks head coach Alex Sanderson ahead of the Investec Champions Cup clash with Stade Francais.
Harlequins flanker Emily Robinson is banned for five weeks for headbutting a Saracens player after a 31-0 league defeat.
Essex players victims of racist abuse - reportFormer Essex players were victims of "racist abuse and discriminatory treatment", a report has concluded.
Lamb out of England Test squad with back injuryMaia Bouchier and Kirstie Gordon have been called up to England's squad for the one-off Test against India, with Emma Lamb suffering a back injury.
Everyone entitled to an opinion - WarnerAustralia batter David Warner plays down criticism from former team-mate Mitchell Johnson as he prepares to bring an end to his Test career.
Middlesex batter Robson signs two-year extensionFormer England opener Sam Robson signs a two year contract extension at Middlesex.
Turner among four handed new Hampshire contractsEngland fast-bowling prospect John Turner, Fletcha Middleton, Tom Prest and Toby Albert all sign new contracts at Hampshire.
Ex-New Zealand batter Vincent's life ban revisedFormer New Zealand batter Lou Vincent can be involved in domestic cricket again after his life ban for match-fixing is revised.
'It was time to put in a performance' - ButtlerEngland captain Jos Buttler says he is "getting back to the player that I know I am" after his unbeaten 58 in a six-wicket win over West Indies.
Zimbabwe seal last-ball win over Ireland in T20 thrillerZimbabwe hold off a fightback from Ireland to secure a dramatic, last-ball victory in their T20 series opener in Harare.
Advent calendar day seven: Wood bowls Khawaja with 95mph ballEngland's Mark Wood removes Australia's Usman Khawaja for 13 with an incredible 95mph ball on day one of the third Ashes Test at Headingley.
Bangladesh v New Zealand - day three scorecardLatest scorecard from the second Test between Bangladesh and New Zealand in Mirpur.
Somerset sign Australian all-rounder SutherlandAustralian all-rounder Will Sutherland agrees to join Somerset in 2024.
Smith appointed new Northamptonshire batting coachNorthamptonshire appoint former all-rounder Greg Smith as their new batting coach, replacing namesake Ben Smith.
England win T20 series opener against IndiaEngland produce a convincing performance to beat India by 38 runs in the opening game of their T20 series.
Stumped podcast: The WBBL final - will Adelaide Strikers dominate?The Adelaide Strikers have won 11 of 14 matches and face the Brisbane Heat in the final.
Tailenders podcast: Mattchin The MindreaderMattchin shows off his cricketing mindreader skills.
No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Kate's ready for India, Alex had a journey to forget and Kumar Dharmasena has a perfume out...Kate and Alex preview England Women's tour, plus an umpire has released a fragrance!
Stumped podcast: Australia captain Cummins is a 'special human being'Pat Cummins' former teammate Trent Copeland gives us insight into the Australia captain
BBC pundits pick their favourite Ashes momentsBBC pundits pick their favourite moments from this year's incredible Ashes series.
Bairstow controversially stumped by CareyEngland's Jonny Bairstow is controversially stumped by Australia's wicket-keeper Alex Carey on day five of the second Test at Lord's.
Broad clashes with Aussies over Bairstow dismissalWatch Stuart Broad clash with Australia players following Jonny Bairstow's controversial stumping during England's 43-run defeat in the second Ashes Test at Lord's.
Starc catch overturned - but was TV umpire right?Mitchell Starc takes a catch at fine leg but grounds the ball as he lands and Ben Duckett is given not out, much to the annoyance of TMS commentator Glenn McGrath.
Did Broad's bail switching lead to Labuschagne wicket?Joe Root's brilliant catch ends Marnus Labuschagne's innings on nine - but did Stuart Broad's switching of the bails play a part?
Broad switches bails again before removing MurphyStuart Broad switches the bails at the bowler's end and immediately has Todd Murphy caught behind on a thrilling day five of the fifth Ashes Test at The Oval.
Wood bowls Khawaja with 95mph ballEngland's Mark Wood removes Australia's Usman Khawaja for 13 with an incredible 95mph ball on day one of the third Ashes Test at Headingley.
Broad hits his last ball in Test cricket for sixStuart Broad hits his last ball in Tests for a six on day four of the fifth Ashes match, which will be his final game of cricket.
Protestors disrupt Ashes Test at Lord'sProtesters wearing Just Stop Oil T-shirts briefly disrupt the first morning of the second Ashes Test, with one carried off the Lord's ground by England wicketkeeper Jonny Bairstow.
'Oh no!' Stokes drops catch during celebrationEngland are denied the wicket of Steve Smith after Ben Stokes drops his catch as he celebrates on day five of the fifth Ashes Test at The Oval.
Forthcoming international cricket toursDetails of forthcoming international cricket tours between ICC full members for which fixtures have been announced.
County ins and outsWith the 2023 county season over, stay up to date with the latest player signings and speculation for 2024 from all the counties.
ICC Test, ODI and T20 rankingsOfficial team and player rankings for men and women's Tests, one-day internationals and Twenty20 matches.
Former world number one Naomi Osaka is targeting the 2024 Paris Olympics and further Grand Slam crowns as she prepares to return to action.
Britain's Emma Raducanu will make her comeback to the tennis tour in Auckland in the first week of January.
Briton Jack Draper is raising awareness of Alzheimer's disease after describing the "devastating" effect the condition has had on his grandmother.
Rafael Nadal receives a direct entry to the Australian Open after nearly a year out, while Nick Kyrgios looks set to miss the tournament in January because of injury.
Former Australian Open champion Caroline Wozniacki will play in her second Grand Slam since coming out of retirement in August.
Serbia's Hamad Medjedovic becomes the sixth winner of the Next Gen ATP Finals with victory in Saudi Arabia.
Former world number one Rafael Nadal will return to tennis at the Brisbane International after nearly a year out with injury.
After taking its first steps into staging professional tennis, Saudi Arabia is now eyeing a deal for the WTA finals.
Nick Kyrgios says he is "very thankful" to Andy Murray for helping him with his mental health struggles.
Jannik Sinner beats Alex de Minaur in straight sets to secure Italy's first Davis Cup title for 47 years.
Great Britain's men are awarded a wildcard for next year's Davis Cup, while the women will enter the qualifying round of the Billie Jean King Cup.
Novak Djokovic tells a group of British fans to "shut up" after Serbia knocked Great Britain out of the Davis Cup quarter-finals.
Novak Djokovic says the Davis Cup knockout phase "has to travel" as he prepares for Serbia's quarter-final against Britain in Spain.
BBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller looks at the Davis Cup format and whether a return to traditional home and away ties would work.
