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Chelsea beat Forest to end Postecoglou's time at City Ground

Chelsea score three second-half goals to beat Nottingham Forest at the City Ground and trigger the sacking of manager Ange Postecoglou just 17 minutes after the game ends.

Mateta hat-trick earns Palace draw in thriller against Bournemouth

Jean-Philippe Mateta scores a hat-trick as Crystal Palace fight back from two goals down to draw 3-3 with Bournemouth in a thrilling game at Selhurst Park.

Trossard sends Arsenal top with win at Fulham

Leandro Trossard scores in the second half to give Arsenal a 1-0 win over Fulham and send them back to the top of the Premier League.

Haaland fires Man City to victory against Everton

Erling Haaland scores twice as Manchester City beat Everton to move up to second in the table.

Welbeck scores twice to give Brighton late win against Newcastle

Danny Welbeck secures Brighton a win 2-1 against Newcastle after opening the scoring in the first half and cancelling out a late equaliser from Nick Woltemade in the second.

Tchaouna scores sensational goal as Burnley beat Leeds

Loum Tchaouna's brilliant second-half goal helps Burnley beat Leeds United 2-0 to end their five-match winless run in the Premier League.

Sunderland condemn Wolves to another defeat

A first Sunderland goal for Nordi Mukiele and an own goal from Ladislav Krejci's condemn Wolves to a sixth defeat from eight matches.

McLaren blame rivals for Piastri-Norris crash

McLaren F1 bosses blame rival drivers for the crash between Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris at the start of the United States Grand Prix sprint race.

Inside Postecoglou's 39 days to forget at Forest

Ange Postecoglou had only just moved into his new flat when he was sacked by Nottingham Forest, ending one of the shortest reigns in Premier League history.

Piastri & Norris collide as Verstappen wins sprint

McLaren team-mates Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris crash out of the United States Grand Prix sprint race in a collision just after the start.

Ferrari has 'full confidence' in team boss Vasseur

Ferrari chairman John Elkann says the company has "full confidence" in team principal Frederic Vasseur.

Dyche and Mancini contenders after Forest sack Postecoglou

Ange Postecoglou is sacked by Nottingham Forest after a 3-0 defeat by Chelsea just 39 days after being appointed as head coach.

'Looks superhuman' - but Man City can't just rely on Haaland

Erling Haaland is getting so good he is starting to break his own records, following a double for Manchester City against Everton on Saturday.

Historic 200-1 win followed by 100-1 shock at Ascot

Calandagan lands the big race on British Champions Day at Ascot, Powerful Glory makes history with a 200-1 triumph and Cicero's Gift is a shock winner at 100-1.

Littler-conqueror Greaves takes unbeaten Women's Series run to 72 matches

Beau Greaves, who beat Luke Littler in the World Youth Championships, extends her winning run in the PDC Women's Series to 72 matches with latest titles.

Players must take responsibility for Postecoglou sacking - Yates

Nottingham Forest's Ryan Yates says the players need to take "massive responsibility" for manager Ange Postecoglou being sacked after 39 days in charge.

Missing Trent? Why it's going wrong for Salah and Liverpool

The Football Focus team looks at why Mohamed Salah is struggling for Liverpool this season, ahead of Manchester United's visit to Anfield

A long-range stunner and Rolfo's first for Man Utd - WCL goals of the week

Chelsea's Johanna Rytting Kaneryd and Manchester United's Fridolina Rolfo shine in week two of the league phase of the Women's Champions League.

Man City can't just rely on Haaland - Guardiola

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says his side can't just rely on "key-man" Erling Haaland after he scored twice in five second-half minutes to beat Everton at the Etihad Stadium.

More pressure at Celtic than some Premier League clubs - Rodgers

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers sits down with Kelly Somers for The Football Interview to discuss his career and the challenges he has faced along the way.

Curran shines before rain ruins T20 opener

Sam Curran salvages England's innings before the first match of England's winter travels is washed out by rain in Christchurch.

Teenager Caluori dazzles with five tries as Saracens hammer Sale

A terrific performance from 19-year-old Noah Caluori helps Saracens overcome Sale Sharks at the StoneX Stadium to go third in the Prem.

Better with age? Welbeck proving pivotal for Brighton

Danny Welbeck may turn 35 next month, but the Brighton striker does not look like a player entering his twilight years following his double against Newcastle.

Munster beat Leinster in gripping Croke Park derby

Fuelled by returning captain Tadhg Beirne's superb performance, Munster make it four URC wins from four with a stirring and deserved win over rivals Leinster.

Tigers edge past Bath with final kick of the game

Billy Searle kicks a penalty with the clock in the red to end Bath's perfect winning run.

Sunderland bucking the trend, but how bad is it for Wolves?

Sunderland have made their joint-best start to a Premier League season following victory at the Stadium of Light, but can Wolves stop the rot?

NZ abandonment puts Pakistan on brink of elimination

Pakistan are on the brink of elimination from the World Cup after their match against New Zealand was abandoned because of rain.

GB's Ellis wins eighth world Para-triathlon title

Great Britain's Dave Ellis wins his eighth world Para-triathlon title in Australia as team-mate Henry Urand also takes gold.

Passionate Postecoglou defends his managerial legacy

Nottingham Forest head coach Ange Postecoglou talks about his disappointment at being perceived as a failure at both his current and former clubs, amid rumours that he is already under pressure at Forest after no wins in his first seven games in charge.

Wolvaardt and Brits give South Africa rain-delayed win over Sri Lanka

Laura Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brits' unbeaten 125-run partnership gives South Africa a 10-wicket win over Sri Lanka in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup, after a lengthy rain delay reduced the match to a 20-over contest in Colombo.

Doekhi scores double as Union Berlin beat Borussia Monchengladbach

An early double from Danilho Doekhi helps Union Berlin on their way to a 3-1 victory over Borussia Monchengladbach, who remain winless in the Bundesliga.

Late field goal hands Bengals thrilling win over Steelers

Evan McPherson's field goal with seven seconds left gives the Cincinnati Bengals a dramatic 33-31 victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Wolvaardt 'close to her best' as South Africa beat Sri Lanka

South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt puts on a batting display "close to her best" as her half-century leads the Proteas to a comfortable 10-wicket win over Sri Lanka in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup in Sri Lanka.

England 'got away with it' against Pakistan - Edwards

Charlotte Edwards says England's best cricket is yet to come despite the near miss against Pakistan, as they prepare to face India on Sunday.

'Devastated' Rune latest to have season cut short

Holger Rune becomes the latest high-profile tennis player to have his season ended prematurely after suffering an injury at the Nordic Open in Stockholm.

GB claim double Euro wheelchair basketball silver

Great Britain's men and women both win silver at the European Wheelchair Basketball Championships in Sarajevo.

Villa told stewards they could miss Maccabi Tel Aviv game

Aston Villa told matchday stewards they did not have to work at the club's fixture against Maccabi Tel Aviv next month, saying they understood some "may have concerns".

Ohtani rewrites history to send Dodgers to World Series

Shohei Ohtani deliverers one of the greatest performances in baseball history as defending champions the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Milwaukee Brewers to reach the World Series.

Former Llanelli hooker Thomas dies aged 82

Roy 'Shunto' Thomas sat on the Wales bench 25 times during the 1970s without winning a cap but beat New Zealand with Llanelli.

Cummins will play 'major part' in Ashes

Chair of selectors George Bailey says Australia are "really confident" that captain Pat Cummins will play a major part in this winter's Ashes against England.

Potter eyes world title after 'toll' of Olympics

Beth Potter says she has felt less pressure this year as she seeks to clinch a second world triathlon title on Sunday.

Fleetwood loses lead to Japan's Nakajima in India

Overnight leader Tommy Fleetwood drops to second, two shots behind Japan's Keita Nakajima, after the third round of the DP World India Championship.

'Super Sam' - the Englishman battling Messi for Golden Boot

'Super' Sam Surridge has already scored the winner in the US Open Cup final, now he's battling Lionel Messi for the MLS Golden Boot.

Unbeaten Liddard stops Conway to win British title

Unbeaten George Liddard becomes the youngest British and Commonwealth middleweight champion in history with a stoppage win over Kieron Conway.

Oviedo and Espanyol players stand still in protest

Oviedo and Espanyol players refuse to move for the first 15 seconds of their match on Friday as the teams stage a protest at La Liga's decision to host Villarreal against Barcelona in Miami.

Unwin & Holl win GB's third gold on day two in Rio

Sophie Unwin and Jenny Holl triumph in the women's B individual pursuit to claim a third gold for Britain on day two of the Para-Cycling World Championships.

Unbeaten Healy and Litchfield partnership powers Australia to win

Alyssa Healy and Phoebe Litchfield's unbeaten 197-run partnership leads Australia to a dominant 10-wicket win over Bangladesh in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup.

Captain Healy hits century as Australia demolish Bangladesh

Alyssa Healy hits 17 boundaries as she makes her second century of the tournament, to help Australia demolish Bangladesh by ten wickets in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup.

The best of Jaguars 'unicorn' Hunter so far

Highlights of Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback and wide receiver Travis Hunter's start to his NFL professional career, as the 22-year-old rookie prepares to play in London.

Australia waste 'simple' chances with multiple drops behind stumps

Australia give Bangladesh numerous reprieves, with four dropped catches behind the wicket during their match in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup.

Retiring Fishlock's best Wales goals

Look back at some of the best goals the retiring midfielder has scored for her country.

England escape with point as match against Pakistan rained off

England avoid a shock defeat by Pakistan at the Women's World Cup as they are saved by heavy rain in Colombo.

Dyche and Mancini contenders after Forest sack Postecoglou

Ange Postecoglou is sacked by Nottingham Forest after a 3-0 defeat by Chelsea just 39 days after being appointed as head coach.

Different coach but same Rangers? - Smith questions mentality & habits

Interim head coach Steven Smith questions Rangers' mentality and habits after the Ibrox side's draw with Dundee United.

Some of music history’s most shocking stories revealed

The untold stories behind the most controversial music of the 1980s

Hyped by Zlatan, hidden by Maldini - Italy's next great striker?

Aged 17, Francesco Camarda has already broken several records - so is the AC Milan striker set be Italy's next great number nine?

Rating Raducanu's season - and what does future hold?

BBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller looks at how Emma Raducanu's 2025 season went - and what the future could hold.

Good feet for a big man? Why Woltemade is no 'tall camel'

Nick Woltemade has become used to proving people wrong, but what makes the Newcastle striker such a unique talent?

'I'm not in Dubai for money... I don't want my kids growing up in England'

About 75 fans watched Jonjo Shelvey's debut in the third tier of the United Arab Emirates - but he says he has not moved for money.

What does xG tell us about how Premier League teams have started the season?

The Premier League table is starting to take shape and while results are obviously what matter most, they don't tell the whole story.

Icon, trailblazer & Wales hero - Fishlock's seismic legacy

On the eve of her international retirement, a look at how Wales midfielder Jess Fishlock's seismic impact has gone beyond her remarkable on-pitch exploits.

'I deeply hurt people by moving to Saudi Arabia'

In an interview with BBC Sport, Ashleigh Plumptre says she regrets losing the trust of some LGBT fans in women's football by moving to Saudi Arabia.

Humble & sweet, but a lion - the story of the first female £1m player

Meet the person behind women's football's first £1m player, Arsenal's new superstar forward Olivia Smith.

'People looked at me like I was a something, not someone'

In a candid interview, World Cup winner Heather Fisher discusses losing her hair and the struggle she had with her identity.

'He fixes what needs fixing' - why Raducanu turned to Nadal's ex-coach

Emma Raducanu recently appointed another full-time coach in Spaniard Francisco Roig - BBC Sport speaks to those who know him best.

'He has made young players dream' - the making of Liverpool icon Salah

BBC Sport visits Egypt to discover what Mohamed Salah means to the people of the football-mad country, and how a small boy from humble beginnings became a national icon.

Becky Zerlentes - the first female boxer to die in fight in US

The story of Becky Zerlentes - the first female boxer to die in a sanctioned fight in the United States.


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