'Bigger does not mean better' - why more matches is not for good of the game
In his BBC Sport column, ex-Premier League boss Tony Pulis explains why more matches in a shorter space of time might mean more injuries, and why the expansion of tournaments does not help players or fans.
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Winter Olympics briefing: the need for speed and a glut of skating records
Joep Wennemars went under the previous Olympic record in the men’s 1500m speed skating. But so did three othersPicture this: you are on the verge of breaking an Olympic record. The cheers, the spotlight, your name etched in history. The magical initials – OR – next to your name until it is next broken. You have got a gold medal waiting to be draped …
'Blessed' Ball stars for Hornets one day after car crash
Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball says he feels 'blessed' after featuring against Houston Rockets a day after being involved in a car accident.
How do Brentford keep appointing the right managers?
Keith Andrews is impressing at Brentford in his first season as a manager, but how do the Bees keep getting their appointments so right?
Ethan Nwaneri: Marseille reveal latest on Arsenal loanee after major announcement
Ethan Nwaneri’s loan spell has taken a new twist with Marseille announcing a replacement for Roberto De Zerbi
It's happened! 😱 Toney fails to score from penalty spot!
Ivan Toney is denied from the penalty spot as Al‑Najma goalkeeper Victor Braga guesses right and dives low to stop the English striker’s penalty.
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McIlroy sets clubhouse lead at stormy Genesis
World number two Rory McIlroy says he prefers playing in rain to wind after setting the joint clubhouse lead as storms hit the opening day of the PGA Tour event in Los Angeles.
Three ways Liam Rosenior set the foundation for success at Chelsea
The Blues boss has made an impressive start with shrewd tactical tweaks, building rapport with players and connecting with fans
Michael Carrick hails 'incredible' Kobbie Mainoo: Man United boss opens up on decision to bring youngster in from the cold after Ruben Amorim exile
Such was Mainoo's dire situation at Old Trafford, the 20-year-old had expressed to club chiefs that he wished to explore a move away from the club to play regular first team football.
MARO ITOJE HITS 100: England captain's team-mates reveal the secrets of his success - his 'super-strength' that stunned them, the mistake Eddie Jones made early on, spirits over beer and the special way he'll mark his century
'The way's he's turned up over such a long period of time is greatness. Let's call it how it is. I get goosebumps knowing that he's my team-mate and my friend. I hope he knows how proud we are.'
Pereira praises players but says Forest must play differently next game!
Nottingham Forest boss Vitor Pereira reflects on his side's 0-3 win over Fenerbahce in the Europa League.
O'Neill slams fan protest! | 'Their heads need examining!'
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I won't rein it in to correct poor run of form - Buttler
England batter Jos Buttler says he will not just bat for himself as he tries to correct a poor run of form at the T20 World Cup.
Jos Buttler addresses poor form and claims he cannot ‘just bat for myself’
The England opener has not made a single fifty in 14 international innings this winter and is struggling to rediscover his best form
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Tottenham are clueless but a vital change could reignite the fire to topple Arsenal
Igor Tudor begins his tenure as Tottenham’s new head coach in Sunday’s north London derby, where Arsenal’s quest for silverware on four fronts is a reminder of Spurs’s deep-rooted problem
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McIlroy masters tricky conditions at Genesis Invitational
Rory McIlroy survived a tumultuous opening day in Los Angeles to sit right near the top of the leaderboard at the Genesis Invitational - one shot shy of England's Aaron Rai, who finished two holes shy of a full round.
I want Guardiola to stay at Man City - Rooney
Former Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney says he hopes Pep Guardiola will stay at Manchester City beyond this season because he has set 'a benchmark' for all other managers.
Five moments that made England centurion Itoje
Captain Maro Itoje will become the ninth men's player to reach 100 caps for England on Saturday against Ireland - here are five moments that made the England centurion.