
Olympic Games
Russia reacts with anger after doping ban from Olympics, World Cup
The World Anti-Doping Agency on Monday banned Russia for four years from major global sporting events including the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and the 2022 World Cup in Qatar over manipulated doping data, prompting an angry response from President Vladimir Putin.

UCL
Abraham emerges as Chelsea's talisman
Tammy Abraham has emerged as Chelsea's talisman thanks to a breakthrough season that has taken his side to the brink of the Champions League last 16.

UCL
Valverde hails reported Barcelona target Lautaro Martinez: He's a great player
Ernesto Valverde was asked about Barcelona-linked Inter forward Lautaro Martinez on the eve of Tuesday's Champions League clash.

Premier League
Belief the difference for Ljungberg as Arsenal get back to winning ways
Arsenal came from behind to beat West Ham courtesy of a fine second-half display Freddie Ljungberg credited to his side's belief.

UCL
Klopp in 'competition mood' as he confronts translator at media conference
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp was in a fiery mood ahead of the game against Salzburg, telling a translator: "I can do it by myself."

Premier League
Arsenal strike back to end winless run at West Ham
Arsenal ended their worst run without a win in 42 years by coming from behind to beat West Ham 3-1 on Monday thanks to a three-goal blitz in nine minutes after the hour mark.

Chinese Super League
'No chance' of imminent return to Premier League, insists Benitez
Though there are managerial vacancies at Everton and Arsenal, Rafael Benitez is adamant he is happy in the Chinese Super League.

Premier League
Klopp insists motivation not an issue for his side despite grueling schedule
Liverpool have seven more matches to play in a congested December and boss Jurgen Klopp has told his players to take it one game at a time.

UCL
Klopp tells Liverpool to enjoy 'intensity' ahead of Salzburg clash
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has urged his side to enjoy the "most intense period of our lives" as a tough schedule continues with a key Champions League match away to Salzburg.

UCL
Looming Clasico influenced Valverde decision to rest Messi
Barcelona will be without Lionel Messi for their Champions League clash with Inter, with a crucial Clasico against Real Madrid looming.

Ligue 1
PSG confirm Gueye and Kimpembe injuries
Paris Saint-Germain say Marco Verratti and Edinson Cavani are close to returns but there is bad news for Idrissa Gueye and Presnel Kimpembe.

UCL
"Messi's absence? It's an internal matter"
Ernesto Valverde spoke to the press ahead of Barcelona's clash in Italy against Inter, where some key players have been rested thanks to Barcelona already assuring qualification as top of their group.