Stokes' replacement and Pope redemption? What we learnt from England Test squad
Returning captain Joe Root and England have named their 16-man squad for the opening two Tests against Pakistan - here's what we learnt from the announcement..
Bethell to miss Pakistan Test series as Pope recalled
Jacob Bethell will miss the entirety of England's upcoming Test series against Pakistan, while Ollie Pope and Brydon Carse have been named in the 16-man squad.
Why Jimenez’s Wolves return means so much to fans
The most romantic signing of the summer came early. Raul Jimenez is back at Wolves. And for the club's supporters, they are not so much welcoming back a former favourite but revis…
Rush urges Liverpool to give Iraola time to succeed
Liverpool legend Ian Rush says new boss Andoni Iraola deserves time to succeed at Anfield but should target winning silverware in his debut campaign.
Football transfer rumours: Arsenal back for £60m Konsa? Asencio to Liverpool?
Today’s rumours are prising open their war chestAston Villa struggling to hold on to their World Cup stars has become something of a theme of this transfer window and off we go ag…
Mourinho, Ferguson & search for new club - what next for Smalling?
Snubbing university, genetics testing for supplements, Sir Alex Ferguson and Jose Mourinho - Chris Smalling is not your ordinary footballer.
Alessia Russo: ‘When you join the club, you take on a part of Arsenal and the love’
The honorary Gooner’s game went up a level last season. Now, the forward wants to push on for more trophies, starting with the WSLArms hooked over the bar at the front of the bus,…
How to fix Fifa: what can be done to salvage football’s beleaguered governing body?
Gianni Infantino followed World Cup controversies with a widely scorned plan to let private investors in. Here’s how the game’s leaders can find a path forwardHow can an organisat…
'Relieved, excited, and energised!' - Parker's plans revealed after drug ban lifted
Joseph Parker is 'relieved' after a ban was lifted for a failed drug test and he will return to the ring this year, says manager David Higgins.
Podcast: Polish test for Rangers, Portuguese giants await Hearts
Rangers need a result, Hearts need a miracle? Europe's big Scottish test.
Muirhead comes out of retirement to chase another Winter Olympics gold
There have always been comebacks in sport, but some are more unexpected than others especially after a speedy and successful transition to another career.
'Show me they want me' - will World Cup hero Torres stay at Barcelona?
Ferran Torres has come under fire from Barcelona supporters after leaving the door open to a potential move away from the club.
Rangers linked with PSV winger Driouech - gossip
PSV Eindhoven linked with Rangers
Players who turned World Cup heroics into big transfers
BBC Sport looks back at some of the players whose standout performances at the World Cup earned a big transfer.
Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 17
Work out the identity of today's player in as few attempts as possible.
A wanted man - but would Liverpool's Gakpo be a good fit at Spurs?
The data behind Tottenham's interest in Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo and how he could fit into Roberto de Zerbi’s side.
Joe Ward: The unluckiest man in Irish boxing
Joe Ward had the world at his feet. He was an amateur boxing sensation, he had a golden future laid out before him. Until disaster struck, over and over again.
Banned from football at home, Afghan women's team reunite 8,000 miles away
Women in the team, which is recognised by Fifa, say football has given them freedom and independence.
Griekspoor causes huge shock by defeating top-seed Zverev
Highlights from Alexander Zverev against Tallon Griekspoor in the Canadian Open.
Everton sign midfielder Norgaard from Arsenal
Everton sign Denmark midfielder Christian Norgaard from Arsenal on a two-year contract for a reported fee of £7m.
Defender Walker 'at ease' with England retirement
Former England defender Kyle Walker says he is "at ease" with his decision to quit international football and hoped it could lead to an extended club career, similar to that enjoy…
Gianni Infantino scrambling for future in Morocco, with Colombia his next stop
Fifa president sits at match with No 2 Mattias GrafströmFlying to South America on Thursday to shore up supportGianni Infantino is continuing to fight for his future after holding…
Rockets march on after easy win while Buttler makes history in The Hundred
Trent Rockets extended their lead at the top of The Hundred table with a near-perfect performance that secured their fifth win in six games, leaving Birmingham Phoenix rooted to t…
Arsenal beaten by Real Betis in Dublin friendly
Arsenal produced a sloppy performance as they were beaten 3-1 by LaLiga side Real Betis in a pre-season friendly in Dublin.