Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish will be out for another "few weeks" after suffering a setback in his recovery from injury, says head coach Dean Smith.

Bristol De Mai heads a maximum field of 40 in the Randox Grand National - but the strongly-fancied Secret Reprieve is only a second reserve at this…

Kevin De Bruyne has signed a two-year contract extension with Manchester City, keeping him at the club until 2025.

Coventry City have confirmed they have been put under a transfer embargo for "purely administrative" reasons.

Hideki Matsuyama overcame a nervy start and a pressure-induced back-nine stutter to become the first Japanese player to win a men's major with a one-shot…

Atletico Madrid returned to the top of La Liga with a 1-1 draw away to Real Betis on Sunday but did so at the expense of losing yet more players to…

A support group that campaigned tirelessly for justice in the wake of the Hillsborough tragedy has disbanded with its former chairman saying it was…

Amir Khan says a fight against Conor Benn would not "make sense" without a world title at stake after being called out by the British welterweight…

Henry de Bromhead was still on cloud nine on Sunday morning after saddling the one-two in Saturday's Randox Grand National at Aintree.

Conor Benn could be ready for a British battle against Amir Khan after his blistering stoppage victory over Samuel Vargas, says promoter Eddie Hearn.

Justin Rose is confident he can reel in third-round leader Hideki Matsuyama, but he knows he needs a better performance on the final day to claim a…

Hideki Matsuyama took a big step towards becoming the first Asian winner of The Masters after opening up a four-stroke lead during a weather-affected…

Conor Benn blasted aside Samuel Vargas after just one minute and 22 seconds of a whirlwind stoppage victory and then called out Amir Khan.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic set up two first-half goals but was sent off for dissent as his AC Milan side earned a 3-1 win at Parma in Serie A on Saturday.

Rachael Blackmore made history at Aintree as she became the first female jockey to win the Grand National on Minella Times.

Next Saturday's 3pm kick-offs in the EFL will be moved to avoid clashing with the funeral of the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip.

St Helens' reward for their Betfred Challenge Cup win over holders Leeds is a quarter-final with Leigh or Huddersfield.

The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, has died at the age of 99.

We round-up Saturday's third-round action in the Challenge Cup, which included St Helens seeing off holders Leeds Rhinos and last year's runners-up…

Harry Kane is expected to tell Tottenham he wants to leave if they fail to qualify for the Champions League next season.

There are five horses on Alex Hammond's shortlist for Saturday's Randox Grand National - including a 50/1 chance.

Conor Benn is defined by the success and glory of his father but now has a son of his own. The legend Nigel Benn is now 'grandad'. And Conor, buoyed…

Justin Rose needed another back-nine fightback to retain his lead at the halfway stage of The Masters as Dustin Johnson and Rory McIlroy both crashed…

Jonny Clayton leads the Premier League after victory over Gary Anderson on the final night of the first phase, but just three points separate the top…

Plans to stage Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury at Wembley have received a boost after the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan pledged his support to promoter Eddie…

When England take to the pitch against France, it will be a chance for the team to prove their credentials against top opposition ahead of a major…

There is no evidence to prove Cadiz's Juan Cala used racist language towards Valencia's Mouctar Diakhaby, a La Liga investigation has concluded.

The 2021 Indian Premier League season gets under way on Friday. Here's everything you need to know about the eight teams battling it out for the title...

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hailed "exceptional" duo Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford after Manchester United moved into pole position to reach the Europa…

Some golfers can go through their entire careers without making a hole-in-one, but Tommy Fleetwood celebrated his second ace in as many events during…

Anthony Joshua vs Tyson could be staged in the Middle East despite extreme weather conditions in July, with indoor venues already prepared, says promoter…

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal did not "switch off" when conceding a late equaliser against Slavia Prague, but made a "bad decision" in giving away the…

Ellen White has described England Women interim boss Hege Riise as "very forward-thinking" in terms of her playing philosophy.

Justin Rose delivered a remarkable burst of scoring to recover from a slow start and open up a four-shot lead after the opening round of the 85th Masters.

Jose de Sousa fired the Premier League's second nine-darter in as many nights on his way to a draw with Nathan Aspinall, as he also equalled the record…

Rory McIlroy's tough start to the 85th Masters was also painful for his dad, who was hit in the leg by a stray shot from his son on the seventh hole.

Rangers have become the first club in Scotland to boycott all social media channels in response to online abuse and discrimination.

Debbie Hewitt has agreed in principle to take over as the new FA chair.

Birmingham City have joined Swansea City players and staff in boycotting social media for one week following a spate of "abhorrent" racial abuse on…

Birmingham insist they are committed to their women's team after the players raised a series of complaints with the board.

Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury have "multiple" offers to stage their world title fight and promoter Eddie Hearn is "confident as ever" about finalising…

Clan Des Obeaux made it third time lucky in the Betway Bowl Chase at Aintree with a superb performance.

Conor Benn has called opponent Samuel Vargas a "stepping stone" and intends to beat him more comprehensively than Amir Khan could.

Swansea City players and staff are to boycott social media for one week following a spate of "abhorrent" racial abuse on platforms.

Sarah Hunter is in line to earn her 124th England cap on her first international match in 13 months when the Red Roses face Italy in the Six Nations…

Mauricio Pochettino praised his players' "sacrifice" to stun Bayern Munich but said they must perform better than their second-leg showing against…

Glen Kamara says he has faced a barrage of racist abuse on social media since his clash with Slavia Plague defender Ondrej Kudela.

Can Jordan Spieth follow his Texas Open victory with major success at The Masters? Andrew Coltart reflects on his resurgence and assesses the hopes…

A look at the groups and tee-off times for the first round of the 85th Masters at Augusta National.

Thomas Tuchel revealed Chelsea's immediate reaction to defeat against West Brom left him in no doubt they would respond against Porto in the Champions…

Jonny Clayton fired a perfect nine-dart finish in victory over Jose De Sousa as the debutants continued to set the Premier League pace alongside Michael…

Glen Kamara's lawyer says Ondrej Kudela's provisional one-match ban "makes a mockery of UEFA's claims they take racism seriously".

Back in 1975, Lee Elder became the first Black man to play in The Masters and he will be back at Augusta National this year.

All eyes were on Erling Haaland in Manchester City's slender Champions League first-leg win over Borussia Dortmund but Jude Bellingham proved to be…

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admitted his side got what they deserved in a 3-1 quarter-final first-leg defeat to Real Madrid, which leaves their…

It seems strange even to think it now but this Liverpool back four had started together on four occasions prior to this Champions League defeat to…

Stephen Curry scored 41 points, including 30 in the second half, and the Golden State Warriors found the energetic effort they were looking for, rallying…

Dillian Whyte plans to resume his pursuit of Deontay Wilder by heading to America this summer and would even allow his bitter rival to receive hometown…

Rory McIlroy was given a timely reminder about the importance of major success during a visit to Tiger Woods ahead of The Masters.

Valencia have issued a statement saying "Juan Cala, we don't believe you" after the Cadiz player denied allegations he racially abused Mouctar Diakhaby.

Michael van Gerwen claimed he put Peter Wright in his pocket despite being far from his best in a 7-2 victory over Snakebite that saw him move to the…

Rory McIlroy arrives at the Masters with tempered expectations as he continues to direct his focus on "journey that I know will get me back to where…

World No 1 Dustin Johnson will have Race to Dubai champion Lee Westwood in his group for the opening two rounds of the 85th Masters at Augusta National.

Oleksandr Usyk's lack of KO power and desire to "protect himself at all times" means the top heavyweights will not show him "respect", says Michael…

UEFA has provisionally suspended Slavia Prague's Ondrej Kudela for one match as it begins disciplinary proceedings against him and Rangers midfielder…

Sikh brothers Bhups and Sunny Singh Gill will make English Football League history this weekend when they become the first pair of British South Asians…

Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane will miss Tuesday's Champions League quarter-final first leg against Liverpool after testing positive for coronavirus.

Michael van Gerwen and Peter Wright lock horns on Night Two of the Premier League Darts on Tuesday evening and, based on their recent exchanges in…

Celtic's incoming chief executive Dominic McKay will begin working at the club around three months ahead of schedule.

Former England Women wicketkeeper-batter Sarah Taylor will take part in the inaugural edition of The Hundred after signing for Welsh Fire.

It was an almighty task for Karim Benzema to step into Cristiano Ronaldo’s scoring shoes, but the striker has proven that he is now Real Madrid’s…

Ahead of the 85th Masters at Augusta National, we look at five possible storylines to follow this week, featuring Rory McIlroy, Dustin Johnson, Bryson…

North Korea has become the first country to withdraw from the Tokyo Olympics because of coronavirus fears.

Baseball fans packed the stands of Globe Life Field on Monday after the Texas Rangers opened their doors to 100% capacity, making the game the first…

Michael van Gerwen needed a last-gasp 101 finish to earn a share of the points against Dimitri Van den Bergh on an opening night of the Premier League…

The FA is looking into whether Birmingham City have breached the terms of their WSL licence, following concerns raised by their players.

Butch Harmon assesses Rory McIlroy's hopes of completing golf's career Grand Slam at The Masters and looks at whether Dustin Johnson can defend his…

Claressa Shields wants to face Savannah Marshall as chief support to Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury and has warned: "It's a fight I would definitely…

The referee's report has given more details around the alleged racist incident during Valencia's match at Cadiz on Sunday.

World champion Gerwyn Price has been ruled out of the Unibet Premier League after testing positive for Covid-19 and will be replaced in the field by…

Sunshine arrived at Wolves' training ground this week. That always lifts the mood a little and this is a club in need of a lift. "We have had a couple…

When Liverpool face Real Madrid, Sergio Ramos will not be playing but Nat Phillips will. That latter detail would once have troubled Liverpool supporters…

Valencia's La Liga game at Cadiz was temporarily halted as Valencia walked off the pitch in protest after the alleged racist abuse of one of their…

Jordan Spieth described his long-awaited victory at the Valero Texas Open as "monumental" as he claimed his first win since the 2017 Open at Royal…

Amir Khan has warned Conor Benn about the power of Samuel Vargas 'which can cause any fighter problems' and says the 24-year-old is taking a 'massive…

After an unpredictable darting year in 2020, Premier League Darts returns for 2021 with the first of five consecutive nights on Monday. The tournament…

Thailand's Patty Tavatanakit kept her composure amid a historic round by Lydia Ko to win the ANA Inspiration at Mission Hills Country Club.

Jordan Spieth ended his 1,351-day victory drought as he battled his way to a two-shot success on home soil at the Valero Texas Open.