　　中新网哈尔滨12月21日电(记者王妮娜)12月21日，第二届上海合作组织雪地足球赛中国区选拔赛开幕式在伊春市伊美区水上公园举行，共吸引了来自全国各地的12支雪地足球队的228名运动员参赛，将在接下来2天的比赛中争夺2025上海合作组织国家雪地足球赛参赛资格。

England 1966 World Cup squad member Eastham dies at 88

George Eastham, a member of England's 1966 World Cup-winning squad, dies aged 88.

2024年山西省网球团体公开赛开赛近400人参赛

　　中新网北京12月21日电据赛事主办方消息，12月20日，伴随着第一颗网球精准的落地声响，2024年山西省网球团体公开赛在山西体育中心综合馆开赛。此次公开赛为期3天，来自全国各行业体协、大专院校、各市(县)网球协会以及众多企业的29支精英队伍，近400人参赛。

Logan Paul reveals what shocked him the most about Luigi Mangione gunning down Brian Thompson

Mangione, 26, is the prime suspect in the killing of former UnitedHealthcare exec Thompson, 50, on December 4th in Midtown Manhattan.

首届晋港澳台羽毛球交流赛山西太原挥拍开赛

　　中新网太原12月21日电 (记者胡健)首届晋港澳台羽毛球交流赛(山西站)21日在山西省太原市滨河体育中心挥拍开赛，旨在通过羽毛球运动推动山西和香港、澳门、台湾地区文化体育交流和民间互动。

北京市足球运动协会第八届第二次会员大会召开

　　中新网北京12月21日电据北京市足球运动协会消息，北京市足球运动协会第八届第二次会员大会12月20日下午在北工大科技大厦召开。北京市体育局党组成员、副局长陈杰，青少年体育处处长于立超，北京市体育总会秘书长姚强，北京市社会体育管理中心主任孔宪菲等嘉宾出席会议。北京市足协全体会员单位代表、执委会成员和监事会成员等共150余人参加了此次大会。

Trinity Rodman issues furious response to dad Dennis as she refuses to accept public apology: 'A joke'

Trinity, who is a soccer star and Olympic gold medalist, hit out at her NBA-legend father in an astonishing appearance on Alex Cooper's Call Her Daddy podcast this week.

Football: Western United dismantle previously unbeaten Auckland FC

Auckland FC have tasted defeat for the first time in their history after suffering a 4-0 shock loss to Western United at Go Media Stadium in Auckland.

Usyk v Fury 2 - big-fight predictions

BBC Sport asks the world of boxing for their predictions for Tyson Fury's rematch against Oleksandr Usyk on Saturday.

NFL reporter opens up to Kylie Kelce about decision not to have kids

'I don't want to attach myself to something that I can't detach from. I can walk away from those marriages, but I can't walk away from children,' the reporter said.

Fans troll Indiana coach Curt Cignetti for pre-game comments before humiliating playoff loss to Notre Dame

Ahead of the Hoosiers showdown with Notre Dame in the opening round of the College Football Playoffs, Cignetti appeared on ESPN's College GameDay with the utmost confidence.

Matildas fans are set to be locked out of next FIFA World Cup after MAJOR announcement on the tournament's future

Matildas fans hoping to watch the Aussie stars at the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil will have to fork out for Netflix after the streaming giant claimed the rights to the tournament.

Axed Test opener Nathan McSweeney vows to return after 'devastated' rookie was dropped for Boxing Day showdown against India

Nathan McSweeney has described being axed from Australia's Test team after just three matches as devastating

Footy star Braith Anasta linked to shock appearance in sequel to Adam Sandler classic Happy Gilmore

Could NRL champion Braith Anasta be set for a cameo on the silver screen in the sequel to the Adam Sandler hit movie Happy Gilmore?

Cricket: Australia women show class in rain-affected win over NZ

Australia have retained the Rose Bowl trophy after having the White Ferns on the ropes when a thunderstorm cut the second One Day International short in Wellington.

Ex-NFL star mocks Brock Purdy after 49ers QB gifted his offensive linemen Toyota trucks for Christmas

Purdy, who helped the Niners reach the Super Bowl in his first full season as starting quarterback last year, surprised the O-line with some expensive new wheels despite their struggles in 2024.

ATP新生力量总决赛：商竣程因伤退赛

　　中新社北京12月21日电 20日在沙特阿拉伯吉达进行的2024年男子职业网球选手协会(ATP)新生力量总决赛小组赛末轮较量中，中国选手商竣程在与美国选手米克尔森的比赛中因伤退赛，结束了本赛季的征程。

Live updates: Auckland FC v Western United FC at Go Media Stadium, A-League round 9

Follow live updates as the Auckland FC take on Western United FC in round nine of the A-League.

Fans all say the same cynical thing after Brock Purdy gifts Toyota trucks to his offensive line for Christmas

Purdy, who helped the Niners reach the Super Bowl in his first full season as starting quarterback last year, surprised the O-line with some expensive new wheels despite their struggles in 2024.

Ernie Johnson missed Inside the NBA on Thursday after death of his sister

The announcement was made on air on Thursday's show, with his friends and analysts Shaquille O'Neal, Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith sending him heartfelt messages.

Australian Open to provide platform for pickleball

The Australian Open will embrace one of the fastest-growing sports in the world when it hosts the inaugural Pickleball Slam.

Live: White Ferns v Australia ODI - Game two at Basin Reserve

The T20 world champions are back on home soil to play Australia in three one-dayers. Follow all the action here

Tiger Woods gives worrying health update in candid discussion on return to golf from sixth back surgery

Tiger Woods is going to be back on a golf course on Saturday but he doesn't want his fans expecting much out of him at the PNC Championship in Florida.

Shane Gillis goes viral for Nick Saban 'Alabama Jones' College GameDay dig before Indiana vs Notre Dame

Gillis, a big Notre Dame fan, joined Pat McAfee on the show with ESPN in South Bend for the big game and didn't miss his chance to taunt former Alabama coach Saban.

Fan suffers humiliating blunder in Pat McAfee's $1million kicking challenge before Notre Dame-Indiana game

Ahead of the playoff game between the Fighting Irish and the Indiana Hoosiers, McAfee hosted College GameDay in Notre Dame with Kirk Herbstreit and comedian Shane Gillis.

15国110余名运动员逐浪怒江皮划艇野水国际公开赛

　　中新网怒江12月21日电 (傅凌锟罗婕)20日，“中国交建杯”2024中国怒江皮划艇野水国际公开赛在云南省怒江傈僳族自治州泸水市开赛。来自中国、法国、意大利、澳大利亚等15个国家的110余名运动员应邀挑战激流天险。

Dominic Calvert-Lewin could make shock move abroad with European heavyweights 'plotting move' for the Everton striker as approaches the finals six months of his contract

The 27-year-old's contract expires at the end of the season and he's available to hold talks with European clubs over a pre-contract agreement during the January window.

Netflix inks US broadcast deal for 2027 and 2031 women's World Cups

FIFA and Netflix have signed a deal to broadcast the 2027 and 2031 editions of the Women's World Cup in the US.

Ric Flair's grieving ex-wife forced to deny she upset WWE icon after taking 'millions' as she mourns late son

Flair, one of the most iconic wrestlers of all time, admitted in an emotional Instagram post that he has been left 'disappointed' in an unnamed female that he 'sacrificed millions' to support.

Jordan Pickford 'downs shots and parties in the same bar as Kyle Walker's ex Lauryn Goodman' during boozy night out in London

An onlooker said that the England goalkeeper, 30, who has two children with wife Megan Davison, was doing 'slammer after slammer'.

Juan Soto finally responds to claims he left the Yankees because they treated his family badly

Soto swapped the Yankees for their city rival in the New York Mets in one of sport's biggest ever deals - a sensational 15-year, $765million contract.

Oscar Bobb targeting January return after freak injury before the start of the campaign - as he looks to return to pre-season form that was set to earn him starting chance at Man City

JACK GAUGHAN: The 21-year-old was set to be handed the right wing berth by Pep Guardiola at the start of the season following an impressive pre-season in the United States.

Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 fighter PREDICTIONS: Boxing royalty Eddie Hearn, Lennox Lewis and Barry McGuigan pick their winner in Saturday's Riyadh showdown

Mail Sport takes a look at the most noteworthy predictions from world boxing ahead of the seismic rematch between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk on Saturday.

The unexpected viral sports stars of 2024: From mascots and models to mystery WAGs... and THAT Oilers fan

Virality is short lived and often comes when people least expect it. It can hardly ever be planned, isn't forced, and its effects are fleeting. But when it happens, virality creates memorable stories.

PREMIER LEAGUE ULTIMATE WEEKEND GUIDE: Our experts tell you the team news, injury updates and players to watch, plus key stats and predictions

It's the Premier League's final round of fixtures before Christmas with teams at the top and the bottom of the table looking to give their fans an early gift this weekend.

Paris Fury reveals why husband Tyson decided to cut off from his family for THREE MONTHS ahead of rematch with Oleksandr Usyk as his wife insists they have still not spoken despite both being in Saudi Arabia

Paris is in Riyadh for the fight, which will take place on Saturday night, seven months on from their first bout, which saw the Ukrainian inflict the Gypsy King's first defeat of his professional career.

Sport Integrity Commission launch investigation into Yachting NZ following raft of conduct complaints

The Sport Integrity Commission informed complainants on Friday that it was satisfied opening an investigation was in the public interest.

Revealed: The party planner who helped Travis Kelce stun Taylor Swift with Eras Tour birthday bash

The singer was left stunned by the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl winner last Friday night as he organized a glitzy party with her friends for her 35th birthday.

Troy Deeney names Man United player Ruben Amorim MUST 'cut ties' with IMMEDIATELY - even if they have to pay a club to take him off their hands

Troy Deeney has called on Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim to flog one player immediately after he failed to impress yet again in yesterday's defeat to Tottenham.

Rey Mysterio Snr dead, wrestling promotion announces, just weeks after a family tragedy - as fans pay tribute to Mexican legend

Rey Mysterio Snr has passed away, his family have said. The tragedy comes just a week after Mysterio Jnr's father, Roberto Gutierrez, died at the age of 76.

Revealed: The 39 Premier League players just one yellow card away from getting Christmas and Boxing Day off - with THREE Liverpool stars at risk of missing festive fixtures

Nearly 40 Premier League players are just one yellow card away from being suspended over the Christmas and Boxing Day gameweek.

Bob Arum warns Tyson Fury what he must do to take revenge against Oleksandr Uysk - and opens up on the prospect of a future showdown with Anthony Joshua

The Gypsy King will have the chance to avenge himself against the Ukrainian on Saturday night, having lost their opener via split decision in May.

Ezra Mam's SHOCKING traffic history is revealed as the Broncos star sweats on NRL sanctions after crashing his car with cocaine in his system

Ezra Mam's shocking traffic history has been revealed following the Brisbane Broncos star's sentencing for being involved in a car crash with cocaine in his system

Van Gerwen enjoys comfortable opening victory

Michael van Gerwen and Stephen Bunting both move into the third round of the 2025 PDC World Darts Championship with victories at Alexandra Palace on Friday.

Sydney Sixers captain Moises Henriques takes a shot at Thunder skipper David Warner ahead of derby showdown - and he is not happy about it

Moises Henriques has lit the fuse ahead of the BBL summer's first Sydney Smash, claiming it is 'an easy two points' when his Sydney Sixers face the Sydney Thunder

Multiple big-name Newcastle stars 'have not been paid their image rights by the club' - while agents 'have been waiting three MONTHS for fees'

The Magpies insist their deposits have been paid or are on the way to the players and their representatives.

Tyson Fury appears to weigh in 19lbs HEAVIER than first fight vs Oleksandr Usyk by using unique tactics as final face-off for rematch lasts just a matter of seconds

JEFF POWELL IN RIYADH: Fury will hold a massive 55lbs weight advantage over Usyk in this Saturday night's world heavyweight title rematch. He knows he has to try something different.

Robin Goodfellow's racing tips: Best bets for Saturday, December 21

Mail Sport's racing expert Robin Goodfellow delivers his tips for Saturday's meetings at Ascot, Haydock, Newcastle, Hereford, and Wolverhampton.

West Ham's goal-shy £27m striker Niclas Fullkrug sums up why the Hammers have fallen behind Brighton and Bournemouth

JAMES SHARPE: West Ham welcome Brighton to the London Stadium on Saturday knowing they are underdogs. The bookies say they are anyway.

Harry Cobden calling to get back on top as he enjoys dream first ride since rest from fall on Belliano at Ascot

DOMINIC KING: The champion jockey had spent the past week recuperating, deciding he needed rest to recover from the lingering effects of a fall last month but shone on Friday,

Man City will look to sign THREE new players in January in bid to save their season - but Pep Guardiola fears rip-off prices during search

JACK GAUGHAN: City will try to reignite their season by swooping for up to three players in next month's transfer window, but Guardiola fears the club will not get value for money.

NBA star announces shock engagement to rapper on Instagram

The Love and Hip Hop Atlanta 2023 alum shared a video of the former Orlando Magic poster boy admiring her diamond engagement ring at a club.

Allen beats O'Sullivan & Brecel to win Riyadh title

Mark Allen beats Luca Brecel to win the Riyadh Season Snooker Championship and claim his first title of the season.

Why rising Socceroos star Nestory Irankunda has made a shock request to LEAVE Bayern Munich

Former Adelaide United star Nestory Irankunda has made a shock request to secure a loan move from Bayern Munich as he seeks more first-team opportunities

Five years of Mik: Looking back on Arsenal's stunning transformation on Mikel Arteta's Emirates anniversary - from stuttering mediocrity to tussling for the title

ISAAN KHAN: Friday marks five years since Mikel Arteta took charge of Arsenal - a reign that's been filled with many highs, a few lows, and most pivotally, an exhaustive rebuild.

Baltimore Ravens ruthlessly waive Diontae Johnson just two months after trading for him

Since arriving in Maryland, he appeared in three wins and a loss for the Ravens, completing just one reception for six yards.

Three Saudi clubs eye Rashford loan move - Saturday's gossip

Dele to sign for Como, Chelsea interested in goalkeeper Gregor Kobel, Marcus Rashford could leave Manchester United on loan, plus more.

JOHNNY NELSON: Tyson Fury has the right mindset this time and is a bitter man with a chip on his shoulder - here's how he will stop Oleksandr Usyk in rematch

JOHNNY NELSON IN RIYADH: Back in October, at the Guildhall press conference in London, Oleksandr Usyk stole the show. Fury had allowed Usyk to belittle him. Something he used to do.

GB's Taylor wins gold at Telemark Sprint World Cup

Britain's most successful skier, Jasmin Taylor, secures gold at the Telemark Sprint World Cup in Pinzolo, Italy.

Arteta was 'terrified' at start of Arsenal tenure

Mikel Arteta says he was initially "terrified" when taking over as manager of Arsenal five years ago.

Fans praise Daniel Jones for sending 'classy' Christmas gift to Giants linemen despite getting cut last month

NFL fans have praised former New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones for not forgetting about the men that protected him all season, and sending them a lavish gift a month after he was cut from the team.

Enzo Maresca DOES have Chelsea in the Premier League title race and their attack is a force to be reckoned with - even if he insists they are not ready to challenge, writes MARTIN KEOWN

MARTIN KEOWN: Sorry Enzo Maresca and Co, but we aren't buying the baloney you're selling. You are contenders, 100 per cent.

Why battle of odd couple Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk will be the perfect storm, writes JEFF POWELL

JEFF POWELL: The compact supreme leader of the boxing universe and the towering, bearded behemoth who reigns over his own ructious community have vowed to pulverise each other.

The staggering amount Adidas is paying teenage wunderkind Gout Gout - and it will make your eyes water

He has only just turned 16, but already the Aussie sprinting superstar tipped to be better than Usain Bolt has become a multi-millionaire

Lennox Lewis explains what Tyson Fury must do to beat Oleksandr Usyk and reveals theory on why the Gypsy King has put on almost 20lbs for their rematch

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Lennox Lewis has revealed the gameplan he believes Tyson Fury should implement to beat Oleksandr Usyk in their heavyweight rematch on Saturday night.

Murphy 'bitterly disappointed' but 'proud' of 14-man Ulster

Head coach Richie Murphy says he is "bitterly disappointed" as Munster score a last-gasp try to inflict a fifth defeat in a row on 14-man Ulster.

Pereira fulfils Premier League dream at Wolves

New Wolves boss Vitor Pereira admits he has been chasing his Premier League dream for 14 years.

Man City's Dias ruled out for 'three or four weeks'

Manchester City suffer a fresh injury blow as defender Ruben Dias is ruled out for "three or four weeks" with a muscle injury.

Arne Slot reveals why he 'HOPES' Ange Postecoglou wins a trophy at Tottenham and calls himself a 'big fan' of under-fire boss - with Liverpool standing in Spurs' way of Carabao Cup final

LEWIS STEELE: Liverpool boss Arne Slot says he thinks Ange Postecoglou winning silverware will be a victory for football.

Managers deserve 'more respect' - Postecoglou

The Spurs boss says he has faced 'offensive' criticism and wants more respect shown towards him and his managerial colleagues in the Premier League.

Rugby: Gatland to stay as Wales' head coach for 2025 Six Nations

Warren Gatland will remain as Wales' head coach for the 2025 Six Nations, despite a challenging period of results.

Fully clothed Fury four stone heavier than Usyk

A fully clothed Tyson Fury weighs in four stone heavier than champion Oleksandr Usyk for Saturday's heavyweight world title fight in Saudi Arabia.

Gloucester comfortably beat lacklustre Harlequins

Two first-half tries are enough to secure a comfortable Premiership victory for Gloucester against Harlequins at Kingsholm.

Arsenal are handed major injury boost ahead of Crystal Palace clash as TWO key stars are deemed fit to play by manager Mikel Arteta

ISAAN KHAN: The Spaniard was speaking on the day which marked his five years as Arsenal manager. While he was proud of his achievements, he is also targeting silverware.

Farrell hat-trick sees Munster stun 14-man Ulster

Munster hand Ulster a fifth consecutive loss in all competitions with a 22-19 bonus-point victory at Kingspan Stadium.

Basketball: Breakers' losing streak continues as Kings storm home

The Breakers suffered late jitters against the Sydney Kings to crash to a seventh-straight NBL defeat.

MLB All-Star Bobby Witt marries longtime girlfriend Maggie Black in lavish Dallas ceremony

One of the best in baseball tied the knot last Saturday as MLB All-Star Bobby Witt Jr. said 'I Do' to his longtime girlfriend Maggie Black in a lavish ceremony in Dallas, where he and Black grew up.

Mason Mount breaks silence with message to Man United fans after latest injury setback - as former Chelsea team-mate Reece James offers support to he star

Mount saw a specialist on Wednesday after he went off with a muscle injury less than 15 minutes into United's win in the Manchester derby last weekend.

New Everton owners 'fully supportive' - Dyche

Everton manager Sean Dyche says the club's new owners are "fully supportive" of him, his staff and the team.

'He needs to be totally serious' - Lewis backs Fury

Lennox Lewis backs Tyson Fury to get revenge over Oleksandr Usyk in their heavyweight unification fight on Saturday.

Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers refuses to rule out Kieran Tierney return as Dermot Desmond talks revealed

Brendan Rodgers has held a Celtic transfer summit with major shareholder Dermot Desmond in Dublin.

Tyson Fury's beard 'grossly violates' boxing's rules and 'HAS to be trimmed' ahead of fight, claims Oleksandr Usyk's camp in fierce statement - as they refuse to accept decision to allow the Gypsy King to keep it

Fury is allowed to sport the hairy facial facade, according to his promoter Frank Warren, and has been showing it off this week.

LeBron James' daughter Zhuri pays tribute to dad as she takes up volleyball

NBA legend LeBron James no doubt has an athletic family, with his 10-year-old daughter, Zhuri, starting her volleyball journey with a nod to her father's long and successful NBA career.

THE WEEKEND PREVIEW: Hibs boss David Gray is thriving - now it's Jimmy Thelin in need of a spark as he looks to end Aberdeen's winless run

Ahead of last month's Premiership encounter between Hibernian and Aberdeen, few would have expected the respective managers to be shaking hands in the dugout again a few weeks later.

Rangers manager Phillipe Clement predicts scar left by controversial cup final defeat to Celtic will never heal

Phillippe Clement has predicted that the mental scar left by the manner of Rangers' Premier Sports Cup final defeat to Celtic will never fully heal.

Fans blown away by Joe Burrow's 'bada**' Christmas gift for Bengals offensive line

Joe Burrow is known for giving thoughtful Christmas presents to his teammates over the years, with him topping himself this season with a dangerous gift for his offensive linemen.

Mount 'devastated' after injury but Amorim offers help

Manchester United forward Mason Mount will be out for "several weeks" with a leg injury, says manager Ruben Amorim.

Reece James returns to training after more than a month out due to latest hamstring setback as Blues look to build their captains fitness back up

KIERAN GILL: James did not complete the full session as the club want to build him back up rather than rushing his rehab, but it is an important step in the 25-year-old's recovery.

Mykhailo Mudryk pictured in Saudi Arabia ahead of Oleksandr Usyk's rematch with Tyson Fury - after Chelsea star's suspension for a positive drugs test

A Chelsea fan shared a photo of Mudryk on social media, reportedly after the Chelsea winger had arrived in Saudi Arabia ahead of Usyk's showdown with Fury on Saturday night.

Watch: Fury cuts face-off short after seven seconds

Watch as Tyson Fury cuts face-off with Oleksandr Usyk short after seven seconds at the weigh-in for their heavyweight fight in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Saturday. This comes the day after the pair engaged in an 11 minute 20 seconds face-off at the media conference on Thursday.

Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk - Weigh-in RECAP: Gypsy King appears to weigh-in almost 20 pounds HEAVIER than their first meeting - with the Ukrainian his career heaviest on the eve of their rematch

Follow Mail Sport's live blog for all the build-up leading to the hotly anticipated rematch of Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk including the weigh-in.

Beaumont to be interim RFU chair as Ilube steps down

Tom Ilube steps down as Rugby Football Union chairman amid an executive pay row, with Sir Bill Beaumont appointed as interim chair.

Farhad Moshiri perfected how NOT to run a club. Everton must pray the Friedkins make smarter calls, writes GRAEME SOUNESS

GRAEME SOUNESS: Farhad Moshiri will not be remembered by Evertonians with great fondness. He promised a great deal but his tenure will be regarded as nothing short of a disaster.

Sergio Reguilon shares pointed eight-word Instagram message after making first appearance since 2022 for Tottenham against Man United - for seven minutes

The Spanish outcast had not played once this season until he was brought on in the 91st minute of Tottenham's 4-3 Carabao Cup quarter-final win in north London.

Man City suffer further injury blow as star is ruled out for four weeks... with Ederson also a doubt for trip to Aston Villa

The problems are the latest to hit the champions, who have lost eight of their last 11 games in all competitions, winning just once in that sequence.

Instagram models tackled to ground by NBA security after storming onto court as star player gets close-up view

The pair of influencers - who go by the names Amber Ghini and Toochi Kash - interrupted the game while dressed in racy basketball outfits promoting a cryptocurrency 'wallet'.

Former Man United flop Donny van Beek opens up on disastrous loan spell with Frankfurt - as he admits he was left thinking 'what am i doing?'

When he arrived at United, the Dutchman was touted as one of the best young midfielders in Europe having recently reached the Champions League semi-finals with Ajax.

Wembley '67 hero Jim McCalliog: 'When I was told my prostate cancer was now untraceable after treatment, I had a wee tear in my eye'

There are two important exhibits as one is warmly welcomed into the home of Jim McCalliog.

Free-agent slugger Christian Walker 'inks $60million deal with Houston Astros'

A Gold Glove winner and one of the top sluggers on the free-agent market has landed with an American League contender, according to a breaking report.

Traffic piles up in snowy South Bend for Indiana-Notre Dame playoff opener 14 hours before kickoff

More than 12 hours before kickoff of the first-ever game in a dozen-team College Football Playoff, a line of traffic has piled up in South Bend in the snow awaiting kickoff of Notre Dame versus Indiana.

NHL star Brady Tkachuk pokes fun of his 'face for radio' after suffering gruesome laceration to lip

After Brady Tkachuk took a stick to the face and it profusely spilled blood on Thursday, he made fun of his new mangled look in a postgame interview, saying he had a 'face for radio'.

Six Nations can wait - for now - as Hollie Davidson prepares to take charge of Glasgow Warriors v Edinburgh when they face off at Hampden for the first time

Hollie Davidson has already ticked off some of her life's ambitions. A women's World Cup final in 2022, a men's Test match earlier this year and regular appearances in the URC.

'Talking's been done': Tyson Fury gets serious ahead of Oleksandr Usyk rematch

The pair were separated after a heated exchange at a news conference.

Henry Arundell set to reignite his England career after signing for Bath - as 22-year-old prepares to end his international exile in major boost for Steve Borthwick

ALEX BYWATER: Henry Arundell, 22, will reignite his England career from next season after signing with Gallagher Premiership leaders Bath in a deal that will see him leave French giants Racing 92.

Revealed: How Pep Guardiola got THAT cut to his nose after his Man City side spurned three-goal lead against Feyenoord - as Guillem Balague gives insight into manager's 'self-doubt' and 'nervousness'

The picture of the Spaniard sporting scratches on his head and a gash on his nose came to sum up City's woes this season which reached a new level after the Champions League draw.

Ruben Amorim gives Marcus Rashford update after the Man United star was left out of Spurs defeat in midweek in the wake of bombshell interview

CHRIS WHEELER: Ruben Amorim has provided an update on Marcus Rashford's current availability at Manchester United ahead of Sunday's Old Trafford clash against Bournemouth.

Darts star withdraws from World Championship match at Ally Pally after falling ill and being taken to hospital

He was due to play Ian White in the first-round encounter and the Englishman will now receive a bye into the next stage of the tournament. Sosing reported chest pains in the practice area.

Dennis Rodman sends apology to estranged daughter Trinity after she let rip at fame-hungry 'alcoholic' dad

Trinity - who is a soccer star and Olympic gold medalist as well as daughter to the NBA legend - hit out at her 'alcoholic' father and accused him of being absent for most of her life.

Pidcock's attention to detail 'next level'

Tom Pidcock's attention to detail is "next level" according to the British rider's new team boss Doug Ryder.

White Ferns face must-win game against Australia

Rain washed out game one, now the White Ferns must beat the world's best side twice in a row to secure a special piece of silverware.

Bosnian football club chairman makes incredible decision to sack the ENTIRE team and manager in bid to avoid relegation

A top flight club's chairman has made the shocking decision to dismiss all of his players as well as the manager following an awful start to the season.

STEPHEN McGOWAN: Yes, Old Firm need to stamp out pyros, but they can't police Glasgow's streets, too

STEPHEN McGOWAN: Back in July, 50,000 music fans converged on Glasgow Green for the TRNSMT Festival.

Clint Dempsey lifts the lid on 's***-talking little brother' Christian Pulisic... as AC Milan star peels back the curtain in his new docuseries

As Christian Pulisic's new CBS Sports documentary premiered in Manhattan earlier this month, the AC Milan and USA star provided a glimpse into the personality he badly wants this project to illuminate.

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca admits summer signing could leave the club in January after limited game time

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has admitted that a player who only joined the club in the summer could see his Chelsea career come to a quick end in January.

Comedian and Notre Dame fan Shane Gillis revealed as ESPN College Gameday guest before Indiana playoff

Comedian and obsessed Notre Dame fan Shane Gillis will be the special guest picker on ESPN's College Game Day in South Bend ahead of Friday night's College Football Playoff opener.

Ruben Amorim gives 'tough' injury update on Victor Lindelof after the Man United star suffered another setback in Tottenham defeat

Ruben Amorim has revealed Manchester United will be without another player after Victor Lindelof suffered an injury setback in Thursday's Carabao Cup defeat against Tottenham.

Aaron Lennon reveals Everton REJECTED the chance to sign Erling Haaland for just £2m as former Toffees owner Farhad Moshiri cast doubt on recruiting Man City superstar

Former Everton star Aaron Lennon (inset) has revealed how the Toffees previously rejected the chance to sign Erling Haaland for just £2million when the Man City star was a teenager.

Who is Oleksandr Usyk's wife Yekaterina? Meet the stunning brunette who is always spotted ringside cheering on the Ukrainian southpaw

Usyk, 37 heads into the fight boasting a flawless unbeaten record and with his supporting wife Yekaterina ringside he will be aiming to continue his unbeaten streak.

Man United 'plot move for Brazilian midfielder' with Ruben Amorim considering Atalanta star as his first signing ahead of the January transfer window opening

Manchester United are reportedly considering a move for Atalanta's Brazilian midfielder, Ederson , in what could be Ruben Amorim 's first major signing at the club since taking charge.

西甲名宿在香港大球场献技近八千球迷入场追星

　　中新社香港12月21日电 (记者魏华都)20日晚，香港大球场上演“LEGENDS ASSEMBLE 传奇球星表演赛”，一众西甲足球名宿上场献技，与近八千名球迷一同欢度冬晚。

Warren Gatland WILL stay on as Wales head coach for 2025 Six Nations after surviving review into his performance - as he issues pledge to 'turn around fortunes' despite amid record 12-Test run of defeats

ALEX BYWATER: Gatland and Wales failed to win an international in 2024, prompting the Welsh Rugby Union to undertake a detailed review into the performance of the men's national side.

Hit singer Ed Sheeran gets involved in Ally Pally fun by downing SIX PINTS after being egged on by boozy crowd in London

The pop star was all smiles as he watched caravan salesman Alexander Merkx beat window cleaner Stephen Burton 3-0.

'Don't look back in anger' - Clement to players over penalty decision

Philippe Clement says Rangers "don't need motivation out of negativity" as he urges his players to forget about a penalty decision in the League Cup final defeat by Celtic.

Ange Postecoglou hits out at 'offensive' criticism and suggests his 'silly accent' is behind some of negative comments towards Spurs boss

Spurs came out on top in a memorable seven-goal thriller to take them to the semi-finals of the EFL Cup and within touching distance of long-awaited silverware.

Darts legend involved in bizarre row over walk-on song as rival is accused of 'STEALING' his iconic anthem at World Championship

There was controversy in the PDC World Championship on Thursday evening when a debutant was accused of stealing a walk-on song from the legendary Raymond van Barneveld.

I came from Brazil, pressure is normal for us - Joao Pedro

Brighton & Hove Albion forward speaks to ex-team-mate Glenn Murray about his targets in the Premier League and his World Cup "dream" for Brazil.

Fans fear another Netflix 'disaster' as streaming giant wins right to Women's World Cups in 2027 and 2031

Netflix confirmed the news on Friday after fending off competition to land a deal for the next two editions of the women's soccer festival, which was previously aired on Fox in the States.

Stephen A. Smith picks a side in nasty Aaron Rodgers-Ryan Clark feud at ESPN

Stephen A. Smith finally picked a side in the ongoing ESPN feud between Pat McAfee friend and guest Aaron Rodgers and NFL analyst Ryan Clark, a former Pittsburgh Steelers safety.

Gatland to stay for Six Nations as WRU chief Walker exits

Warren Gatland will continue as Wales head coach for the 2025 Six Nations despite Welsh Rugby Union chief executive Abi Tierney admitting his position had been "on the line".

Revealed: The bizarre way replacement judge could be decided on for Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk as camps remain divided

Miami's Fernando Barbosa was not well enough to travel to the Middle East and join the other two judges, American Patrick Morley & Puerto Rican Gerardo Martinez.

2024年WDSF世界霹雳舞锦标赛在成都开赛

　　中新社成都12月20日电 (记者贺劭清)2024年WDSF世界霹雳舞锦标赛(简称“霹雳舞世锦赛”)20日晚在成都开赛。来自32个国家和地区的185位舞者将在两天时间内进行数轮斗舞，用霹雳舞掀起青春风暴。

中国黑龙江虎林国际冰钓邀请赛“破冰”

　　中新社哈尔滨12月20日电 (记者王妮娜)12月20日，2024中国黑龙江虎林国际冰钓邀请赛在虎林市南岛湖拉开帷幕，200多名中俄冰钓爱好者齐聚虎林，比赛“冰钓”。

霹雳舞世锦赛开赛成都被授予“世界霹雳舞卓越贡献城市”

　　中新网成都12月20日电 (记者贺劭清)2024年WDSF世界霹雳舞锦标赛(简称“霹雳舞世锦赛”)20日晚在成都开幕。开幕式上，成都被世界体育舞蹈联合会授予“世界霹雳舞卓越贡献城市”。

女排世俱杯：意大利两队会师半决赛天津女排头名出线

　　中新网杭州12月20日电(张煜欢郭天奇)20日，2024年世界女子排球俱乐部锦标赛(下称女排世俱杯)小组赛阶段在浙江杭州全面收官，半决赛对阵出炉。按照对阵规则，意大利“双雄”科内利亚诺女排、米兰女排将直接对话，A组头名出线的天津渤海银行女排将对阵B组第二的巴西海滩女排。

Why Mohamed Salah's goals are evoking memories of brilliant Billy 'Liddellpool' Liddell, writes Lewis Steele and Dominic King

LEWIS STEELE AND DOMINIC KING: William Beveridge Liddell, better known as Billy, was a giant with a barrel chest, a 19-inch neck and broad shoulders that carried a team.

Dele leaves Everton and is set to 'turn a new page'

Dele Alli says "it's the right time for me to turn a new page" after cutting his ties with Everton.

Dele Alli announces departure from Everton in emotional social media post - as England international thanks Toffees staff for their support on 'incredibly tough journey'

The 28-year-old last played competitively in February 2023 during a loan spell with the Turkish club Besiktas. He has been training with the Toffees since his contract expired last summer.

Man United boss Ruben Amorim admits Antony is suffering from a shortage of confidence as he insists struggling Brazilian 'will improve'

Antony is suffering from a shortage of confidence as he tries to revive his Manchester United career under Ruben Amorim, the new club's head coach has revealed.

贵州六盘水：“南国冰雪城”开启新雪季试运营

　　中新网贵州六盘水12月20日电 (周燕玲)20日，贵州省六盘水市境内的两大滑雪场——玉舍雪山滑雪场、梅花山国际滑雪场开启新雪季试运营。

中国冰壶联赛伊春站开赛全国190名运动员参赛

　　中新网哈尔滨12月20日电(记者王妮娜)2024-2025赛季中国冰壶联赛(黑龙江伊春站)在伊春红松体育馆开启，历经联赛预选赛、天津蓟州站的激烈角逐后，来自北京、贵州、黑龙江、湖北、吉林等11个省区市以及包括国家冰壶队在内的全国16个参赛单位的47支队伍、190余名运动员、教练员齐聚伊春站参赛。

Spillane's Tower added to King George line-up

Spillane's Tower is set to run in the King George VI Chase at Kempton on 26 December after being been added as a supplementary entry.

NBA stars ejected for squaring up to each other in heated scuffle... before teammates rush in to break it up

In the third quarter of Thursday's game in Detroit, Pistons big man Paul Reed secured a bucket in the paint to put his team within 12 points, 81-93.

NBA star suffers on-court meltdown and is held back by coaches after being ejected for throwing ball at fans

Early into the second quarter on Thursday, the game was closely contested north of the border with the Raptors up, 31-29.

Rodgers planning January moves but coy over Tierney

Brendan Rodgers says he discussed January transfer plans with Celtic owner Dermot Desmond this week - but is tight-lipped on a return for Kieran Tierney.

NBA-champion coach Joe Mazzulla gives hilariously sarcastic answer on near-melee with refs in Celtics' loss

Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla went after the refs both during and immediately after Thursday's 117-108 loss to the visiting Chicago Bulls. Then he struck a decidedly different tone.

Enzo Maresca wants teenagers Marc Guiu, Tyrique George and Josh Acheampong to STAY at Chelsea in January rather than go out on loan

KIERAN GILL: Enzo Maresca wants Chelsea's hat-trick hero Marc Guiu, along with Tyrique George and Josh Acheampong, to stay in January rather than go out on loan.

How Sir Jim Ratcliffe has taken the heat off the most hated owners in football - and why they are not going anywhere, writes MIKE KEEGAN

Ratcliffe, a lifelong supporter from nearby Failsworth and Britain's richest man, was handed control of football operations. As things transpired, he got the keys to pretty much everything.

科内利亚诺全胜晋级世俱杯四强朱婷透露康复细节

　　中新网北京12月20日电(记者邢蕊)2024年女排世俱杯正在杭州如火如荼进行中。20日下午，意大利豪门俱乐部科内利亚诺队3:0完胜日本红箭队，取得三连胜的同时以小组头名的成绩晋级四强。三局比分为25:21，25:20，25:19。朱婷本场得到12分。

Hockey fans left stunned at viral clip of scantily-clad 'ice girl' in Russian league: 'They really have this?'

During a break in the action, a woman in the home team's jersey skated into the rink and shoveled shaved ice near the goalpost into a bucket.

Watch the moment Olivia Dunne graduates from LSU... as gymnast shares cap and gown photos on Instagram

The 22-year-old donned LSU colors and walked across the stage to receive her diploma during the school's winter commencement.

I'm A Celeb star Barry McGuigan gives his verdict on Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury showdown ahead of rematch in Saudi Arabia

The two will meet in Riyadh on Saturday night in a 12-round thriller as the Gypsy King seeks vengeance after Usyk handed him his first and only defeat in professional boxing career.

Former NFL MVP Adrian Peterson has warrants out for his arrest in Texas

The ex-running back who was the last non-quarterback to be named MVP back in 2012, has warrants out for his arrest after failing to appear in court for two different child support cases.

AEW's Chris Jericho reveals the only person who can tell him to stop wrestling after 'please retire' chants

EXCLUSIVE: All Elite Wrestling's Chris Jericho has revealed the only person who can tell him to hang up his boots from wrestling after he received 'please retire' chants throughout this year.

Djed Spence says he NEVER thought his Tottenham career was 'over' - even during a painstaking 881-day wait for a start

Djed Spence has insisted that he never lost faith that his Tottenham career would turn around, even after spending the better part of three years completely out of favour.

（年终特稿）后亚运元年浙江如何因体育而精彩？

　　中新网杭州12月20日电(郭天奇)2024年是浙江的“后亚运元年”。亚运圣火缓缓熄灭后，在浙江这片热土上，体育的激情与梦想未随之消散，而是在燃烧中照亮了浙江体育高质量发展的未来之路。运动健儿在奥运赛场实现耀眼突破，体育助力共富结出累累硕果，高能级赛事接连落地、赛事经济持续发热……在亚运影响力持续渗透和全民健身兴起的当下，浙江何以因体育而精彩？

The Football News Show

As a new chapter begins for Everton, what does the future look like for Sean Dyche?

Jamie Carragher takes fresh jibe at £57m Man United star as he reveals 'his worry' for the defender in Ruben Amorim's system on the back of Tottenham cup defeat

After securing his biggest win since taking the reins with a comeback victory over Man City, Amorim opted to field a rotated side for Thursday's EFL Cup tie.

Inside Tyson Fury's insane £1.9million watch collection as the Gypsy King picks up another career high payday for Oleksandr Usyk rematch

Tyson Fury, aptly nicknamed 'The Gypsy King,' doesn't just dominate in the ring - his watch collection packs just as much of a punch.

Seamus Coleman is certain that the new owners will 'buy into' everything about Everton - but calls on players NOT to let change affect performances

Seamus Coleman is certain the Friedkin Group will 'buy into' everything that the club stands for after their long-running saga to find new owners was finally resolved.

LeBron James breaks incredible all-time NBA record after returning to Lakers in wake of 'personal issues'

The Los Angeles Lakers superstar has been away from the team through injury and 'personal issues' but returned on Sunday and is now back in the starting five - and making history once again.

Antonio Brown is slammed for vile post about 'baby momma' Cydney Moreau: 'She gonna be mad'

Brown, who earned over $80million during his football career, welcomed his seventh child with a fourth different woman back in July, but has gained a reputation for his bizarre social media posts.

NFL weighs in on America's drone crisis and urges Congress to act as Super Bowl safety fears grow

Speculation over the source of unexplained drone sightings has reached fever pitch in recent weeks, and the NFL is keen to use the publicity to secure stadiums as the Super Bowl approaches.

Ex-NFL star Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson takes brutal shot from his ex-fiancée in public social media spat

Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson was publicly humiliated by his ex-fiancée Sharelle Rosado after asking about her whereabouts on social media.

青海西宁拉开冬春季冰雪运动赛事开端大众冰雪运动“升温”

　　中新网西宁12月20日电 (记者张添福)20日，西北城市青海西宁拉开冬春季冰雪运动系列赛事开端。

Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk showdown hit by late change just a day before heavyweight rematch in Saudi

Ahead of Saturday's much anticipated rematch in Riyadh, a late judging change has been after one official was unable to travel to the Middle East due to illness.

Southampton 'agree one-and-a-half year deal with former Serie A boss' with shock new candidate 'flying to the UK TODAY as Saints look to seal appointment in time for Fulham clash'

The Saints are on the hunt for a new manager after Russell Martin was sacked last Sunday with the club rooted to the bottom of the Premier League table.

斯诺克德国大师赛资格赛：中国军团8位球手通关获正赛资格

　　中新社北京12月20日电当地时间12月19日，2025斯诺克德国大师赛资格赛在英国谢菲尔德结束了最后一个比赛日的争夺，当日参赛的中国选手龙泽煌和中国香港选手王雨晨闯关均告失败。最终，中国军团共有8位球手通过资格赛拿到正赛资格。

Euro 2025 group games - BBC TV schedule confirmed

Wales' first ever Women's Euros game will be shown live on BBC television along with one of England's Euro 2025 group games.

World silver medallist Katir handed four-year ban

World 5,000m silver medallist Mohamed Katir receives a four-year ban for tampering after being found to have falsified travel documents.

Why Trent Alexander-Arnold's contract situation is different to that of Liverpool team-mates Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk as Jamie Carragher issues a warning with the Reds star's deal up in the summer

Speaking on the three's future on Merseyside, Carragher detailed why he believes Alexander-Arnold's situation to be unique as he enters the final months of his deal.

Southampton close to appointing Juric as manager

Southampton are said to be close to appointing Croatian former Roma boss Ivan Juric as their manager.

Liverpool boss Arne Slot reveals he 'hopes' Tottenham win a trophy this term and insists Ange Postecoglou's side are 'a joy to watch' after being drawn against Spurs in Carabao Cup

LEWIS STEELE: The Spurs boss has come under sharp scrutiny this season for his tactics, with Gary Neville slamming their commitment to playing out from the back when under pressure.

Liam Lawson's replacement at Racing Bulls CONFIRMED - with Kiwi star promoted to partner Max Verstappen at Red Bull for 2025 after replacing Sergio Perez

He is the latest name on the Red Bull team sheet to have come through their junior programme with 18 drivers in the past having graduated along the same pathway.

Australia call-up Konstas, 19, for Boxing Day Test

Australia drop batter Nathan McSweeney and call up 19-year-old opener Sam Konstas for the final two Tests against India.

Chargers convert first fair-catch free-kick field goal in 46 years

Watch as Cameron Dicker converts the first fair-catch free-kick field goal in 46 years as the Los Angeles Chargers claimed a 34-27 win over the Denver Broncos to close in on a spot in the NFL play-offs.

Chargers close in on NFL play-off spot after comeback against Broncos

Watch highlights as the Los Angeles Chargers claim a 34-27 win over the Denver Broncos to close in on a spot in the NFL play-offs.

Lisandro Martinez is SLAMMED after footage emerges of the Man United star hurrying Son Heung-min to take a corner quickly - only to score directly from the set-piece in Carabao Cup win

Supporters mocked Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez after he rushed Tottenham captain Son Heung-min to take a corner that he ended up scoring from.

Former Chelsea star vows to leave Galatasaray in January as he slams manager and says that he 'regrets coming here'

A former Chelsea star has admitted that he regrets joining Galatasaray and plans to leave the Turkish club when the mid-season transfer window opens in January.

Ally Pally star Christian Kist reveals how he will spend incredible £60k nine-dart finish winnings after hitting the PDC World Championship's first

Dutch darts star Christian Kist has revealed what he plans to spend his £60,000 prize winnings on after hitting the first nine-dart finish at the PDC World Championship on Wednesday.

EFL 'considering introduction of VAR' to its competitions - bringing a tennis-style 'challenge system' to England's lower leagues

The EFL is considering the implementation of VAR into its competitions despite objections from fans.

陕西省第二届武林功夫大会落幕武术搭台助传统体育发展

　　中新网陕西渭南12月20日电 (记者张一辰)20日下午，陕西省第二届武林功夫大会在渭南市落幕。本届大会由陕西省体育局、渭南市人民政府主办，陕西省武术运动管理中心、渭南市体育局承办。

England scrum-half Van Poortvliet signs Tigers deal

Leicester Tigers and England scrum-half Jack van Poortvliet signs a new contract with the Premiership club.

RFU chairman Tom Ilube resigns from his position following emergency meeting amid bonus pay row that has rocked English rugby's governing body

ALEX BYWATER: The RFU chairman, Tom Ilube, has stepped down from his position at the top of the organisation in the wake of the bonus scandal that has hit English rugby's governing body.

Frenchman Hadjar gets final F1 seat for 2025

Frenchman Isack Hadjar is promoted to Red Bull's second team to race alongside Japanese Yuki Tsunoda during the 2025 Formula 1 season.

Clement, Kirk and Dundee Utd v Celtic in focus

Rangers manager Philippe Clement, St Johnstone striker Makenzie Kirk and Celtic's visit to Dundee United are in the spotlight this weekend.

The Littler effect - how darts hit the bullseye

The success of teenager Luke Littler has seen interest in darts explode, with an increase in viewing figures, ticket sales and media coverage.

The sporting highlights of 2024

The RNZ Sport team looks back at some of the sporting highlights of 2024, with the Paris Olympics the centrepiece.

Hewitt, Borg and others following their tennis parents

BBC Sport takes a look at some famous parent-child duos from the world of tennis.

Revealed: The Premier League title challenger travelling the most over Christmas while Arsenal don't even leave London - but how many miles will YOUR team rack up?

Football's traditional fixture pile-up will once again test a number of fans' resolve as devoted followers of the game sacrifice time with their loved ones over the holidays.

Who's in Anita Asante's team of the WSL season so far?

As Chelsea top the table, Anita Asante selects her WSL team of the season so far.

Luke Littler finally gets his wish after calling out David Beckham with cheeky comment at BBC SPOTY

Luke Littler has been given a boost ahead of his first match of the World Darts Championship against Ryan Meikle at Alexandra Palace on Saturday night.

PLAY TEAMSHEET: Can YOU remember the Tottenham team that beat Liverpool 4-1 at Wembley in October 2017?

'Ugly rabbit' v 'Greedy belly' - Usyk & Fury's epic rivalry

From champion Oleksandr Usyk's unwanted 5am wake-ups to Tyson Fury's short-lived humbleness, BBC Sport previews Saturday's heavyweight blockbuster.

Showboating & corner chaos - how Fury lost to Usyk

Tony Bellew, Eddie Hearn and boxing experts look back at the key reasons why Tyson Fury lost his first fight to Oleksandr Usyk, and what changes he needs to make for the rematch.

Bad boy footy star Jai Arrow and his stunning partner drop a bombshell about their romance just weeks after they got engaged in Italy

The South Sydney Rabbitohs star popped the question to Berina Colakovic during a dream off-season trip to Italy - and now the couple have made a huge announcement.

郑钦文连续三年获WTA年度奖项

　　中新网12月20日电当地时间19日，女子网球选手协会(WTA)继续公布年终各奖项归属。中国选手郑钦文获得两项大奖：高票当选年度最受球迷欢迎单打球员；巴勒莫站的卫冕表现成为250赛的官方赛季最佳时刻。

“Ace女王”再加冕“人气女王”！郑钦文获WTA最受球迷欢迎奖

　　12月19日，国际女子网球选手协会(WTA)官方宣布，中国选手郑钦文当选为2024赛季最受球迷欢迎单打球员。

ATP新生力量总决赛：商竣程遭遇两连败

　　中新社北京12月20日电当地时间19日，2024年男子职业网球选手协会(ATP)新生力量总决赛在沙特阿拉伯吉达进入第二个比赛日。在小组赛第二轮比拼中，中国选手商竣程以1:3负于美国选手巴萨瓦雷迪，遭遇两连败。

Jamie Carragher argues Marcus Rashford has left Man United in 'a really poor position' after bombshell interview as Liverpool legend claims 'it's time to move on'

The £375,000-a-week star announced on Monday that he is ready for a 'new challenge' away from Man United after two decades at the club, a day after being left out of his side's squad against Man City.

Man United fans make feelings clear on Marcus Rashford during Carabao Cup quarter-final with nod to infamous Sir Alex Ferguson banner

The £375,000-a-week star announced on Monday that he is ready for a 'new challenge' away from United after two decades at the club, just a day after missing his side's dramatic derby win over City.

年赚2060万美元，郑钦文位列全球女运动员收入榜第四

　　福布斯2024女运动员收入榜揭晓

姆巴佩传射建功，皇马九夺世界冠军

　　北京时间12月19日，洲际杯决赛在卡塔尔上演，欧冠冠军皇家马德里以3比0大胜中北美及加勒比冠军联赛冠军帕丘卡，第九次夺得世界冠军。

'How have Barca let him go?' Meet Chelsea's 18-year-old future 'star'

Marc Guiu, 18, could be a "big star" for Chelsea after scoring a hat-trick against Shamrock Rovers in the Conference League.

CARABAO CUP SEMI-FINAL DRAW: Arsenal and Liverpool avoid each other as Premier League giants battle to reach Wembley final

The semi-finals take place across two legs - the first in the week commencing January 6 2025, and the second in the week of February 3 2025, with four teams left to battle it out for victory.

Tottenham 4-3 Man United PLAYER RATINGS: Which big-money flop was PATHETIC? Who showed composure far beyond his years for Spurs? And which United defender was all at sea?

JAMES SHARPE AT THE TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR STADIUM: Ange Postecoglou moved one step closer to his ambition of ending Tottenham's trophy drought with a EFL Cup quarter-final win.

Angry gamblers responsible for nearly half of social media abuse of tennis players, study finds

International tennis bodies used AI to monitor 2.47 million posts across social media platforms and found 15 accounts breached criminal thresholds, with sexist and inappropriate comments were the most common forms of abuse.

Review finds cultural issues, lack of transparency within Yachting NZ

It also found perceived favouritism within the organisation.

Sutton's predictions v Reverend & the Makers singer Jon McClure

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Reverend & the Makers singer Jon McClure with his predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures.

Why Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho could learn a thing or two from Harry Maguire and his old-school attitude, writes IAN LADYMAN

IAN LADYMAN: Once an £80m defender also courted by Manchester City at the time United bought him from Leicester, Maguire lost his form, his confidence and the Old Trafford captaincy.

Watch: Usyk & Fury hold tense face-off for 11 minutes

Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk face-off for 11 minutes before Saturday's heavyweight fight in Saudi Arabia.

How Liam Lawson found out he was in: 'Welcome to Red Bull Racing'

The New Zealand driver admits the last few days have been surreal since finding out that he'll be driving alongside world champion Max Verstappen next year.

NEWCASTLE CONFIDENTIAL: How Santa, snow-tubing and profiteroles helped revive the season... plus the truth on Martin Dubravka's January transfer to Saudi Arabia

CRAIG HOPE: The secret to Newcastle's pre-Christmas revival this month can be revealed - Santa Claus, hot chocolates, profiteroles and snow tubing!

Chelsea are ahead of schedule - Madueke

Noni Madueke tells BBC Sport's Kelly Somers about life at Chelsea, playing for Enzo Maresca and whether the Blues are in the Premier League title race.

Inside Arsenal's plan to have a new striker for next season - despite reservations over a Euro goal machine... and why Marcus Rashford is no longer on their list: THE SAMI MOKBEL COLUMN

SAMI MOKBEL: Some will say it's 12 months too late. On reflection there is credibility to those assertions, though full judgement should be reserved until May.

From gym to SPOTY red carpet - behind the scenes with Hodgkinson

BBC Sport takes you behind the scenes with Keely Hodgkinson on the day of Sports Personality of the Year 2024.

'Gift-wrapped' errors leading to Premier League goals

BBC Sport looks back at some of the worst errors, or 'gifts', that lead to goals in the Premier League.

Winning a trophy has to be priority at Tottenham - Cahill

Planet Premier League pundits Gary Cahill and Nedum Onuoha discuss Tottenham's priorities for the season.

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Liam Lawson wins Red Bull seat, to partner F1 world champ Max Verstappen in 2025

After months of speculation, the NZ driver has been named among Red Bull's Formula 1 team.

Why Rashford is 'lightning rod for criticism'

BBC Sport columnist Nedum Onuoha explains why Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has always been judged differently to other players.

Better than the Bernabeu? How a new Man Utd stadium could take shape

With Manchester United set to decide on whether or not to build new stadium, BBC Sport talks to industry experts, journalists and fans to find out what a new Old Trafford could end up being like.

The questions facing England before Women's Ashes

BBC Sport consider what England have learned from their tour of South Africa with the Women's Ashes coming up in January.

Fulham trio to star against Saints - FPL tips & team of week

There's not one, but two triple-ups this gameweek as Thomas Woods goes all in on Chelsea and Fulham in his Fantasy Premier League team of the week.

'Winner' Usyk won't reveal Fury plan before rematch

Oleksandr Usyk talks to BBC Sport before his heavyweight world title rematch with Tyson Fury in Saudi Arabia on Saturday.

Live your life, people will talk regardless - Saka

Winger Bukayo Saka says he and his Arsenal team-mates are "not scared" of saying they want to win the Premier League or Champions League this season.

How Man United and Marcus Rashford can avoid a messy divorce and why we shouldn't be surprised at the timing of his interview, writes CHRIS WHEELER

CHRIS WHEELER: A smile for the cameras, a wave to a friendly Portuguese reporter he recognised at the back of the room, and then straight down to business.

I just want to help him - Amorim on Rashford

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim says the club are "better" with Marcus Rashford after the forward suggested he could leave Old Trafford.

RACING CONFIDENTIAL: The future Gold Cup star who brought Jack Grealish's agent to tears, the under-the-radar trainer you need to follow and Chester's grand expansion plans

DOMINIC KING: Trained by Willie Mullins, Ballyburn is co-owned by Ronnie Bartlett and David Manasseh, the leading football agent whose clients include Jack Grealish.

'From exhilarating to infuriating' - unmissable review of England's Test year

Across 17 Tests in 2024, England have veered from exhilarating to infuriating, often in the same session, writes Stephan Shemilt.

Final-day carnage as Australia draw with India

Watch the best moments from the final day of the third Test between Australia and India as the hosts declare on 89-7 in a bid to force a result.

The truth behind Mykhailo Mudryk's Chelsea nightmare and what was swept under the carpet as he fails drug test - SAMI MOKBEL reveals £88million flop's love for nights out and clashes with managers

SAMI MOKBEL: Those who have spent time in Mudryk's company describe a quiet, almost timid man struggling to cope with the ordeals of living in another country.

In pictures: Sporting photos of the week

A selection of some of the most striking sports photographs taken around the world over the past seven days.

Vikings beat Bears to claim seventh straight win

Watch highlights as the Minnesota Vikings claimed a seventh straight NFL victory with a 30-12 win over the Chicago Bears

How Kyle Walker took his eye off the ball: Inside the muddled mind, £27million divorce battle and niggling injuries that have made Man City's captain a liability, revealed by JACK GAUGHAN

JACK GAUGHAN: Pep Guardiola 's admission last week that Manchester City are punishing themselves when conspiring to lose most weeks signified a change in message.

When River Plate icon Diaz took over fourth-tier Oxford

Twenty years on from Ramon Diaz's surprising appointment at Oxford United, BBC Sport looks at what happened and how it went.

Health practitioner who treated Olivia Podmore kept no notes, inquest hears

The practitioner worked with Podmore for more than four years and accepted his lack of note-taking was 'inappropriate'.

'The second Special One' - Amorim, by those who know him best

From rejection at Benfica to new Manchester United boss, BBC Sport charts the rise of Ruben Amorim.

Olivia Podmore inquest: 'We could lose someone', doctor warned High Performance Sport NZ

A doctor has told the hearing into Olivia Podmore's death she endured "psychological abuse" in the Cycling NZ high performance squad.

How deliberate mis-kicks changed one of sport's strangest positions

Sam Koch looked like he was playing very, very badly. In fact, he was changing one of sport's strangest positions for ever.

Loop-the-loop: The people who run around in circles for 24 hours

In a quiet corner of London a small group of extraordinary runners complete laps of an athletics track for a day and a night. Why do they do it? And how far do they go?

'I gave everything to boxing and still have nothing'

Heather Hardy tells BBC Sport how she is adapting to life outside of boxing after the former world champion was left with a life-threatening injury.

'It was like a non-league team asking Man Utd for a match'

The Solheim Cup is a revolutionary tournament born out of the success of a revolutionary putter.

The slow death of the screamer

Elite players are taking fewer shots from further out. What is behind the trend and is it harming the game?

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Kyle Walker is DROPPED by Pep Guardiola for Manchester City's game against Aston Villa after captain was ridiculed for 'cheating' during derby defeat against Man United

Aston Villa vs Manchester City - Premier League: Live score and updates as Pep Guardiola drops TWO huge names while one star isn't even in the squad as beleaguered champions travel to Villa Park in search of much needed win

Skiing great Vonn impresses on World Cup return

Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury: Body language expert reveals the winner of heavyweight fight in Saudi Arabia

Harry Kane pays tribute to victims of the Magdeburg Christmas market tragedy as death toll of horrific attack rises to four, with hundreds more injured

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Olympic cyclist Matthew Richardson insists 'I'm living my dream' after defecting from Australia, who he won three medals for in Paris to represent the country of his birth

Pep Guardiola reveals the date Manchester City will discover the verdict of the 115 charges hearing against the Premier League

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Unai Emery is Aston Villa's untouchable master - but this is why Ollie Watkins holds the key to arresting their slump, writes TOM COLLOMOSSE

Ospreys boss Jones does the hard yards on epic coaching journey

George Eastham dead aged 88: England World Cup-winning squad passes away as tributes pour in for Stoke City legend... leaving just three heroes from the 1966 group still alive

Inside Tottenham's world run by Daniel Levy and Ange Postecoglou: The ceiling of their wage structure, what the players think of the gung-ho football and the star who cried over a failed transfer

PLAY TEAMSHEET: Can YOU remember Newcastle's team from their 6-0 thumping of Aston Villa in August 2010?

How Michael Cheika's kit trick helped get the Leicester Tigers roaring - and why the Premiership club will do anything to keep their inspirational coach, writes CHRIS FOY

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: The spineless RFU are so out of touch - here's what I would do if I was at the very top of English rugby

Jose Mourinho slams Fenerbahce's 'weak performance' and hits out at quality of football on display in latest rant as his side lose more ground in the title race

Mikel Arteta admits he was 'TERRIFIED' when he took the Arsenal manager's job... as the Spanish boss celebrates five years in charge at the Emirates

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