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Steve McNamara says relocating Catalans is last resort as Dragons clarify Israel Folau situation

Super League steps up fixture planning with season nine weeks away

Domenicali says F1 could reduce and rotate races in future

UK-MOTOR-F1-DOMENICALI:Domenicali says F1 could reduce and rotate races in future

F1 adopting "flexible approach" to 2021 calendar - Domenicali

Stefano Domenicali says Formula 1 is taking a "flexible approach" towards its 2021 calendar amid the ongoing pandemic and revealed alternative races are on standby if changes are required

Scottish Football RECAP: Rangers defender backed for loan, Celtic urged to consider Xavi, West Ham linked to Edouard transfer, Arsenal court former Kilmarnock and Aberdeen goalkeeper

Scottish football is rarely without talking points – but it is without a flurry of transfer activity.

2021 Giro d'Italia route to be presented on February 4

Grand Tour organisers seeking additional wildcard invitation

RB Leipzig centre-back duo linked, Rodrigo De Paul and other Liverpool transfer rumours rated

The latest Liverpool transfer rumours rated, including reported interest in RB Leipzig centre-backs Dayot Upamecano and Ibrahima Konate, scouting Rodrigo De Paul and interest in Inter Milan's Nicolo Barella.

Premier League fixtures and table — all matches by date and kick-off time

The 2020/21 Premier League season is well underway. Liverpool are hoping to defend their first title in 30 years after convincingly becoming champions of England once again back in June. Manchester City are keen to close the gap after a disappointing year with Pep Guardiola's own future up in the air. Manchester United want to kick on after reaching the Champions League again with a top-four finish to the 2019/2020 season. Chelsea and Frank...

Liverpool attacking reality is clear for Jurgen Klopp for the first time since Mohamed Salah signed

Mohamed Salah signed for Liverpool for £36.9m back in the summer of 2017 and Jurgen Klopp has reaped the rewards ever since

Solskjaer admits Mata's future at Manchester United remains uncertain

Mata's contract at Old Trafford expires in June although United do have the option to extend it for a further year. He has made 10 appearances this term with only four starts in the Premier League.

Cardiff City transfer headlines as Bluebirds learn stance on Celtic target and Peterborough chief opens on Max Watters chase

Here are all the latest transfer headlines and rumours from Cardiff City Stadium

Liam Williams makes apologetic phone call to referee as Wayne Pivac holds talks with player

The Wales and Lions player was sent off in the Scarlets' defeat to Cardiff Blues a fortnight ago and came in for criticism for comments he made after being given his marching orders

Bruce should urge Newcastle to swoop for 6 ft 4 titan, he could help save their season – opinion

Steve Bruce should urge Newcastle United to swoop in and sign Sam Cosgrove after Stoke City had the Aberdeen striker scouted recently.

Arsenal target Buendia 'accepts he must wait until summer' to leave

Buendia has been a key player in the attack for the Canaries this term who currently top the Championship at the half-way point of the season, with seven goals from 20 appearances.

Mikel Arteta edges closer to top transfer "priority" with ruthless Arsenal move

Arsenal's resurgent Premier League form, which has seen them win four of their last five games, has seen fans start to look at a potential tilt at the top-four places

Frank Lampard deserves more time at Chelsea - our writers on why Roman Abramovich needs to be patient

Tuesday’s 2-0 defeat at Leicester City turned up the pressure on Frank Lampard. Chelsea are falling behind in the race for the Champions League, and history suggests owner Roman Abramovich is not always patient when results are going badly. Lampard, as much as anyone given long career at Stamford Bridge, will be aware of that but does he deserve more time to turn things around? Standard Sport writers give their view. James Robson In an ideal...

Rangers boss Steven Gerrard not planning move for Airdrie starlet

Robert had been reported to be attracting interest from the Ibrox club, as well as Celtic and Dundee United

Imagine him & Antonio: Moyes should urge WHU to swoop for “hungry” £63m-rated maestro – opinion

David Moyes should urge West Ham United to sign Real Sociedad forward Mikel Oyarzabal in the January transfer window as he eyes a Sebastien Haller replacement.

Moyes insists he's got backing of West Ham board to sign a striker

Bournemouth's Joshua King and Adam Armstrong of Blackburn are on Moyes' radar as he attempts to replace record signing Sebastien Haller, who was sold to Ajax for £20million.

Atalanta stretch unbeaten run to nine with draw at Udinese

Atalanta stretch unbeaten run to nine with draw at Udinese

Lydiate recalled, Webb left out of Wales Six Nations squad

Rhys Webb was a notable absentee from Wales' Six Nations squad, but Dan Lydiate returns and the uncapped Josh Macleod has been included.

Ruthless Radrizzani: Leeds must make bold call on £35k-p/w man, Bielsa may be fuming - opinion

Leeds United mustn't give Gaetano Berardi a new contract amid his expiring at the end of the Premier League season.

Jurgen Klopp details how Liverpool can solve goal drought

Jurgen Klopp insists Liverpool need to be “close to perfection” this season as he bids to solve the champions’ recent goal drought. The Reds have failed to score in three consecutive Premier League games with Manchester United shutting them out last Sunday at Anfield. But the German remains relaxed and insists the goals will return, with a particular focus on being “greedy” and making good decisions, starting with Burnley at Anfield on Thursday....

Fury offered sparring ahead of Joshua showdown by Raphael Akpejiori

Tyson Fury has been invited to fly to Miami to prepare for a unification bout with Anthony Joshua, should it go ahead, by fellow heavyweight Raphael Akpejiori.

James Harden’s controversies: nightclubs, sponsors, and Khloe Kardashian

UFC 257: Dan Hardy explains how Dustin Poirier can beat Conor McGregor

On Saturday, in the main event of UFC 257 on ‘Fight Island’, Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier will go head-to-head in a rematch nearly seven years in the making. When the pair last fought one another, McGregor knocked out the American at 1:46 of the first round. That contest was scheduled as a three-round featherweight bout, while their encounter in Abu Dhabi will be a five-round lightweight clash. Former UFC welterweight Dan Hardy, a...

Rory McIlroy aiming to start year on high note

Rory McIlroy is impatient to get back into the winner’s circle as he bids for an overdue victory in the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship.

Scotland's Duncan Scott named in GB swimming team for Tokyo Olympics

Duncan Scott is among the first four swimmers to be confirmed in the Great Britain team for this summer’s re-scheduled Tokyo Olympics.

Two new ATP 250 events added to 2021 calendar

Two new ATP 250 events added to 2021 calendar

Southampton handed boost Ralph needs as "super-talented" gem could return this month - opinion

Ralph Hasenhuttl looks to have been handed an injury boost at Southampton, as it was confirmed that Moussa Djenepo could return to action this month.

Here’s how to watch the 2021 Six Nations - including fixtures, kick off times and TV channels

Why Portadown transfer business at the back may be bad for Irish League defences

Portadown manager Matthew Tipton is hoping increased competition between the posts can help unlock his side’s attacking strength.

Koeman unhappy with astroturf pitch for Spanish Cup tie

Koeman unhappy with astroturf pitch for Spanish Cup tie

Wayne Pivac Q&A: Why I've picked Rhodri Jones, recalled Dan Lydiate and believe we can win Six Nations

The Wales head coach has announced his 2021 Six Nations squad, which contained a few surprise call-ups and a notable omission

Atletico's French connection break down Simeone-Dembele language barrier

Moussa Dembele is settling into life at Atletico Madrid and Diego Simeone has offered assurances to fellow forward Joao Felix.

FIFA 21 TOTW 17 lineup confirmed featuring Paul Pogba and Thomas Muller

The FUT 21 Team of the Week 17 lineup features Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba and Bayern Munich forward Thomas Muller. Check out the full FIFA 21 TOTY 17 lineup here.

Premier League table: Latest standings today for 2020/21 EPL season

Leicester City went top of the Premier League table with a 2-0 victory over Chelsea which piles the pressure on Frank Lampard. Brendan Rodgers’ Foxes have climbed into first place - for now, at least - with a win over over Chelsea, while West Ham beat West Brom 2-1 to leapfrog Frank Lampard’s Blues on another day of top-flght drama. Wednesday offers Manchester United the opportunity to reclaim top spot as the Red Devils face Fulham in west...

Is Man City vs Aston Villa on TV tonight? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch Premier League fixture

The form of Manchester City will be pitted against the fitness of Aston Villa in an intriguing Premier League clash on Wednesday. Man City can go top with a win - which would be their sixth in a row after they beat Crystal Palace in convincing fashion on Sunday night. For Villa, though, it’s a first game since 1 January, when they lost 2-1 to Manchester United. Since then coronavirus concerns have forced a series of match postponements and the...

Dani Ceballos gives honest verdict on why Gareth Bale is struggling at Tottenham

The two players were teammates at Real Madrid before their respective moves to North London and Ceballos has provided an insight into Bale's issues

Lions hire Dan Campbell on six-year contract

Dan Campbell is the man tasked with turning around the Detroit Lions, having been given a six-year contract as their new head coach.

Klopp suffers Liverpool transfer blow as Romano drops update on “unbelievable” beast - opinion

Liverpool have been handed a significant transfer blow as target David Alaba has reportedly agreed terms with Real Madrid.

Perez 'like a dog finding a new family' at Red Bull

UK-MOTOR-F1-REDBULL-PEREZ:Perez 'like a dog finding a new family' at Red Bull

Rarely-seen £65k-p/w Everton man can be the big winner amid blow over £9m-rated target – opinion

Jean-Philippe Gbamin can benefit from Steven Nzonzi’s decision to remain at Stade Rennais for the rest of the season amid rumoured interest from Everton.

Does Bruno Fernandes go missing against the Big Six?

When you pinpoint the one catalyst of Manchester United's upturn in the past 12 months there can only be one answer: Bruno Fernandes. In his first 49 games for the club, he has a stunning 27 goals.

SailGP to host eight races in 2021-22 season

SailGP to host eight races in 2021-22 season

Everton's Ellis Simms replacement plans as loan departure leaves strikers question

Simms secured a loan move to Blackpool on Wednesday for the remainder of the season

'North West 200 will come back stronger in 2022' insists Glenn Irwin

The four-time Superbike winner was speaking after this year's event was cancelled due to ongoing Covid concerns

Bob Jungels: In the past I’ve made the mistake of doing too much

Rider takes a slimmed-down approach to his calendar as he fosters Wolfpack mentality at AG2R

Mason Mount says Chelsea players must take flak for form amid Frank Lampard sack talk

The Blues slumped to a 2-0 defeat against Leicester on Tuesday and there are suggestions Lampard's days at Stamford Bridge could be numbered

Confirmed: Aston Villa star makes loan move to Championship

The 29-year-old is desperate to play first-team football and, following Ross Barkley's return to full fitness, game-time was limited at Villa and he heads to Swansea

Arsenal's three-year transfer overhaul sheds light on £190m loss on nine stars

The club's struggles have been well documented ever since Arsene Wenger saw his glittering 22-year reign come to an emotional conclusion at the end of the 2017/18 campaign