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Maybe the worst team in Man Utd history - AmorimManchester United head coach Ruben Amorim labels his team "maybe the worst" in the entire history of the club after a 3-1 defeat by Brighton.
'Dr Tottenham' cures Everton - but Postecoglou desperately needs a tonic'Dr Tottenham' finds a cure for struggling Everton, but pressure is building on Ange Postecoglou.
Saracens fall to shock loss to miss out on home tieThree-time winners Saracens fall to a shock 32-24 defeat by Castres as they miss out on a home tie in the last 16 of the Champions Cup.
'His body is letting him down' - why Draper had to retire againAs Jack Draper retires from his Australian Open fourth-round match, BBC Sport analyses the key questions around his injury issues.
Sale set up Toulouse tie with bonus-point win over ToulonSale Sharks book their place in the last 16 of the Investec Champions Cup with a comfortable bonus-point win over Toulon at Salford Community Stadium.
We are maybe worst team in Man Utd history - AmorimRuben Amorim calls his side "maybe the worst in Manchester United history," but refuses to change his ideals despite recent struggles.
Gauff beats Bencic - then says bye to TikTokWatch the best shots as Coco Gauff fights back from a set down to beat Belinda Bencic at Australian Open quarter-finals before penning a farewell message to social media appication TikTok on a camera lens.
Players struggled with changes I made – PostecoglouTottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou says his players struggled with some of the changes he made before their 3-2 loss at Everton - their seventh defeat in ten Premier League games.
Kelce shines as Chiefs cruise past TexansWatch highlights as the Kansas City Chiefs cruise past the Houston Texas 23-14 to reach the Conference Championships.
Man City players have found their joy - GuardiolaManchester City manager Pep Guardiola says his team have rediscovered the "joy" in their job after a 6-0 Premier League win over Ipswich Town.
Commanders upset Lions in NFL play-off thrillerWatch highlights as the Washington Commanders produce huge upset and beat the Detroit Lions 45-31.
Allen v Jackson - the NFL play-off 'everybody wanted'NFL MVP contenders Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson have set up a rare play-off match-up, but will Buffalo or Baltimore stay on the road to Super Bowl 59?
12-try Toulouse thrash Leicester to deny home last-16 spotHolders Toulouse scored 12 tries to hammer Leicester and deny the visitors a home draw in the Investec Champions Cup last 16.
Hatton holds off Hillier to win in DubaiEngland's Tyrrell Hatton holds his nerve at the 18th to edge out Daniel Hillier to win the Dubai Desert Classic title.
Djokovic sets up Alcaraz match - then swerves interviewNovak Djokovic claims a convincing victory against Jiri Lehecka to set up a mouth-watering quarter-final against Carlos Alcaraz at the Australian Open.
Ailing Draper abandons Alcaraz match as Melbourne run endsBritain's Jack Draper runs out of steam and retires as Carlos Alcaraz moves into the Australian Open quarter-finals - where he will face Novak Djokovic.
Gauff fights back to join Sabalenka in quartersCoco Gauff fights from a set down to beat Belinda Bencic and join defending champion Aryna Sabalenka in the Australian Open quarter-finals.
Medvedev heavily fined for Australian Open behaviourDaniil Medvedev is fined over £60,000 for unsportsmanlike conduct following his on-court antics at this year's Australian Open.
GB's Nicholls & Patten beat mixed doubles top seedsBritish pair Olivia Nicholls and Henry Patten reach the quarter-finals of the Australian Open mixed doubles by knocking out the top seeds.
Snooker's big three tournaments to stay on BBC until 2032BBC Sport will continue to broadcast snooker's three most prestigious tournaments - the World Championship, UK Championship and the Masters - until 2032.
Winless with a mountain to climb - what hope for England?BBC Sport and data analysts CricViz look at where England can improve and reasons for hope as they seek to keep the Women's Ashes series alive.
Ex-England midfielder Dele signs 18-month Como dealFormer England midfielder Dele Alli will hope to rebuild his football career in the Italian top flight under Como manager Cesc Fabregas after signing an initial 18-month deal.
Ulster to face Bordeaux in Champions Cup last 16Ulster qualify for the last 16 of the Investec Champions Cup on points difference after Bordeaux claimed a 66-12 victory against Sharks on Sunday.
GB's Mapp opens big lead in Para-bobsleigh World CupGreat Britain's defending World Cup Para-bobsleigh champion Corie Mapp opens a 131-point lead in the overall standings.
Arsenal weigh up £70m Sesko move - Sunday's gossipArsenal consider a £70m move for striker Benjamin Sesko, Dele Alli is poised to move to Italy, Antony wanted by Betis, plus more.
Injury-hit Draper abandons Alcaraz matchInjured British number one Jack Draper retires after two sets against Carlos Alcaraz in the fourth round of the Australian Open.
'Are Liverpool best team in world right now?' - MOTD pundits on 'risky' Reds"A Liverpool blip was put to bed." Gary Lineker, Danny Murphy and Ashley Williams discuss the performance and late goals that saw the Reds win 2-0 at Brentford.
'He made it look easy!' - Murphy makes 147 maximum breakWatch the best shots from Shaun Murphy's 147 in his semi-final match against Mark Allen - only the sixth maximum break in the history of the tournament.
It is not acceptable to lose so many games - AmorimManchester United manager Ruben Amorim has called his side's losing run "unacceptable" after a 3-1 home defeat by Brighton - their 10th Premier League loss this season.
Arsenal 'can't concede silly goals like that' - MOTD analysisArsenal back line has "problems" - Match Of The Day pundit Ashley Williams talks about Arsenal's "worrying" point drops.
Kluivert emerging from dad's shadow as Bournemouth 'dream' of EuropeJustin Kluivert's hat-trick in a superb 4-1 win at Newcastle has Cherries supporters dreaming of European football next season.
Man Utd pay emotional Old Trafford tribute to LawManchester United pay an emotional tribute to former striker Denis Law - who died on Friday at the age of 84 - before their match against Brighton.
'Sad' Gauff will turn to books after TikTok banCoco Gauff says she is "sad" TikTok is no longer usable in the United States but it will help her "read more books instead" after reaching the Australian Open quarter-finals.
Former Aberdeen & Dunfermline boss Calderwood diesFormer Aberdeen and Dunfermline Athletic manager Jimmy Calderwood has died aged 69.
EFL investigating Shrewsbury v Wrexham crowd incidentsThe English Football League is investigating crowd incidents during Shrewsbury Town's League One fixture with Wrexham.
GB win World Cup bobsleigh silver in InnsbruckPilot Brad Hall leads Great Britain's four-man bobsleigh team to second place in Innsbruck, Austria, in the latest round of the World Cup.
The two sides of 'bulletproof' Rangers striker DessersCyriel Dessers scores goals but missed chances have cast his Rangers future in doubt. So where does the striker stand?
Ospreys to face Scarlets in Challenge Cup last 16Ospreys will host Scarlets in an all-Welsh last 16 tie of the European Challenge Cup, while Cardiff travel to Connacht.
Errigal Ciaran fightback falls short as Cuala triumphCuala hold off Errigal Ciaran's stirring second-half comeback to clinch a 3-14 to 1-16 win in the All-Ireland Senior Club Football Final.
Super sub Nunez gave Liverpool 'energy and power' - SlotArne Slot relieved with Liverpool's late winning goals away at Brentford adding that the Premier League leaders 'were close to going without a win again'.
Murphy chased by wasp at MastersWatch the moment a wasp chases Shaun Murphy during his Masters semi-final match against Mark Allen at Alexandra Palace.
Everton v Spurs 'a big game for both managers'Final Score's Leon Osman and Martin Keown discuss Everton's Premier League fixture against Tottenham.
'I have to accept fan reaction' - Van Nistelrooy on boosLeicester City manager Ruud van Nistelrooy says he can understand the boos him and his side received for decisions he made during their 2-0 loss to Fulham in the Premier League.
Waterhead win dramatic golden point after Leigh Miners deniedWatch the moment Waterhead think they have won a golden point game with a drop goal, only to miss and see opponents Leigh Miners Rangers score moments later and win their round-one match of the Challenge Cup.
Iraola praises 'amazing' Kluivert after hat-trickBournemouth manager Andoni Iraola praises the performance of Justin Kluivert, who scored a hat-trick as they thrashed Newcastle United 4-1 in the Premier League.
Wilson pots 'shot of the match' against BrecelKyren Wilson pulls off "the shot of the match" in his Masters quarter-final against Luca Brecel.
Denis Law - 'One of the most regal talents that football has ever seen'BBC Sport's Andy Swiss looks back at the football career of Manchester United and Scotland legend Denis Law who has died at the age of 84.
Liverpool beat Brighton as WSL returnsA late own goal from Jorelyn Carabali gives Liverpool a well-earned victory against Brighton on the return of the Women's Super League.
Gardner catch 'one of the moments of Women's Ashes history'Ash Gardner takes a "sensational" boundary catch as Australia cruise to victory over England in the third ODI of the Women's Ashes.
The Premier League 'needs' clubs like Brentford - FrankBrentford boss Thomas Frank is the dinner guest at Gary Lineker's house, with fish on the menu and football on the agenda...
Sutton's predictions v doctor & comedian Ed PatrickBBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on doctor and comedian Ed Patrick with his predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures.
'Moments like this win titles' - Liverpool are 'level above their rivals'Liverpool flew out of the blocks at the start of 2024-25, emerging as serious Premier League title contenders, but their campaign had shown signs of slowing until Darwin Nunez delivered in a 2-0 win at Brentford.
Law - the squinting kid who grew into giant of global gameScotland and Manchester United legend Denis Law had elegance, charisma and courage. He was a total footballer and a giant of the game, writes Tom English.
Meet coach Khabib's MMA super-teamKhabib Nurmagomedov is set to coach close friend Islam Makhachev and cousin Umar Nurmagomedov in two title fights at UFC 311 in Inglewood, California on Saturday.
Who has qualified for last 16 of Champions Cup?There is one round left to play in the 2024-25 Investec Champions Cup pool stage - who needs what to qualify for the last 16?
Allen v Jackson - the NFL play-off 'everybody wanted'NFL MVP contenders Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson have set up a rare play-off match-up, but will Buffalo or Baltimore stay on the road to Super Bowl 59?
'A moment of Ashes history' - Gardner's grand day outAsh Gardner leads Australia's dominant day with her maiden international hundred and the 'catch of the century', all in a day's work.
How to become a football agentBBC Sport's Nick Mashiter sets out to pass Fifa's agent exam - and speaks to those in the industry about what it takes to enter their world.
When River Plate icon Diaz took over fourth-tier OxfordTwenty years on from Ramon Diaz's surprising appointment at Oxford United, BBC Sport looks at what happened and how it went.
'The second Special One' - Amorim, by those who know him bestFrom rejection at Benfica to new Manchester United boss, BBC Sport charts the rise of Ruben Amorim.
How deliberate mis-kicks changed one of sport's strangest positionsSam 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 hoursIn 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.
The slow death of the screamerElite players are taking fewer shots from further out. What is behind the trend and is it harming the game?
Maybe the worst team in Man Utd history - AmorimManchester United head coach Ruben Amorim labels his team "maybe the worst" in the entire history of the club after a 3-1 defeat by Brighton.
'Dr Tottenham' cures Everton - but Postecoglou desperately needs a tonic'Dr Tottenham' finds a cure for struggling Everton, but pressure is building on Ange Postecoglou.
The two sides of 'bulletproof' Rangers striker DessersCyriel Dessers scores goals but missed chances have cast his Rangers future in doubt. So where does the striker stand?
Prime position for Europe - but how good could Forest's season get?Nottingham Forest are in a strong position to qualify for the Champions League but could their season get even better?
'Urgency in transfer market' - but Postecoglou still believesTottenham fell to a fourth defeat in five Premier League games at Everton and it's starting to become a "familiar story".
We are maybe worst team in Man Utd history - AmorimRuben Amorim calls his side "maybe the worst in Manchester United history," but refuses to change his ideals despite recent struggles.
Players struggled with changes I made – PostecoglouTottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou says his players struggled with some of the changes he made before their 3-2 loss at Everton - their seventh defeat in ten Premier League games.
Man City players have found their joy - GuardiolaManchester City manager Pep Guardiola says his team have rediscovered the "joy" in their job after a 6-0 Premier League win over Ipswich Town.
Nuno shrugs off title-race pressure after nervy win over SaintsNottingham Forest head coach Nuno Espirito Santo does not believe the pressure of competing for honours is affecting his side, despite almost surrendering a three-goal advantage to bottom side Southampton.
Moyes praises Calvert-Lewin & Ndiaye after beating SpursDavid Moyes praises Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Iliman Ndiaye, who both scored in Everton's 3-2 win against Tottenham Hotspur.
Man Utd pay emotional Old Trafford tribute to LawManchester United pay an emotional tribute to former striker Denis Law - who died on Friday at the age of 84 - before their match against Brighton.
Former Aberdeen & Dunfermline boss Calderwood diesFormer Aberdeen and Dunfermline Athletic manager Jimmy Calderwood has died aged 69.
Betis best placed to sign Man Utd's Antony on loanLa Liga side Real Betis lead the chase to sign Manchester United's Brazil winger Antony on loan.
Ex-England midfielder Dele signs 18-month Como dealFormer England midfielder Dele Alli will hope to rebuild his football career in the Italian top flight under Como manager Cesc Fabregas after signing an initial 18-month deal.
Arsenal weigh up £70m Sesko move - Sunday's gossipArsenal consider a £70m move for striker Benjamin Sesko, Dele Alli is poised to move to Italy, Antony wanted by Betis, plus more.
'Moments like this win titles' - Liverpool are 'level above their rivals'Liverpool flew out of the blocks at the start of 2024-25, emerging as serious Premier League title contenders, but their campaign had shown signs of slowing until Darwin Nunez delivered in a 2-0 win at Brentford.
'Don't feel sorry for anybody' - Van Nistelrooy accepts Foxes criticismLeicester City manager Ruud van Nistelrooy accepts criticism aimed at him from the home crowd after the loss to Fulham, but how bad have things got for the Dutchman?
EFL investigating Shrewsbury v Wrexham crowd incidentsThe English Football League is investigating crowd incidents during Shrewsbury Town's League One fixture with Wrexham.
Kluivert emerging from dad's shadow as Bournemouth 'dream' of EuropeJustin Kluivert's hat-trick in a superb 4-1 win at Newcastle has Cherries supporters dreaming of European football next season.
Southampton are not ready for 90 minutes - JuricSouthampton manager Ivan Juric wants more consistency from his side after a poor first half in a narrow 3-2 loss to Nottingham Forest in the Premier League.
It is not acceptable to lose so many games - AmorimManchester United manager Ruben Amorim has called his side's losing run "unacceptable" after a 3-1 home defeat by Brighton - their 10th Premier League loss this season.
Hurzeler calls for Brighton to be 'humble' after Man Utd winBrighton boss Fabian Hurzeler praises side after they beat Manchester United 3-1 at Old Trafford, condemning them to a fourth defeat in five Premier League home games.
Spurs earn narrow win against struggling LeicesterWatch highlights as an early own goal from Janina Leitzig gifts Tottenham a 1-0 victory against Leicester in the Women's Super League.
'Are Liverpool best team in world right now?' - MOTD pundits on 'risky' Reds"A Liverpool blip was put to bed." Gary Lineker, Danny Murphy and Ashley Williams discuss the performance and late goals that saw the Reds win 2-0 at Brentford.
Sutton's predictions v doctor & comedian Ed PatrickBBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on doctor and comedian Ed Patrick with his predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures.
'Scotland is about to lay king to rest. Sleep well, my hero'BBC Scotland's Chick Young remember his hero, Denis Law, Scotland's greatest ever player, who has died at the age of 84.
'For the gaffer' - Cardiff beat Swans for grieving RizaCardiff's resounding 3-0 derby win over Swansea was for manager Omer Riza after the death of his father, says assistant coach Tom Ramasut.
Everton v Spurs 'a big game for both managers'Final Score's Leon Osman and Martin Keown discuss Everton's Premier League fixture against Tottenham.
Arsenal 'can't concede silly goals like that' - MOTD analysisArsenal back line has "problems" - Match Of The Day pundit Ashley Williams talks about Arsenal's "worrying" point drops.
Highlights: Celtic 2-1 KilmarnockWatch the best of the action as holders Celtic beat Kilmarnock 2-1 in the Scottish Cup fourth round.
'I have to accept fan reaction' - Van Nistelrooy on boosLeicester City manager Ruud van Nistelrooy says he can understand the boos him and his side received for decisions he made during their 2-0 loss to Fulham in the Premier League.
Iraola praises 'amazing' Kluivert after hat-trickBournemouth manager Andoni Iraola praises the performance of Justin Kluivert, who scored a hat-trick as they thrashed Newcastle United 4-1 in the Premier League.
Highlights: Elgin City 0-3 AberdeenWatch the best of the action as Premiership Aberdeen beat League 2 Elgin in the Scottish Cup last 16.
Highlights: Hibernian 3-0 ClydebankWatch the best of the action as Premiership Hibernian beat sixth-tier Clydebank in the Scottish Cup fourth round.
Howe blames 'fatigue' for Bournemouth thrashingNewcastle United manager Eddie Howe believes "fatigue" played a huge role in his side's 4-1 defeat to Bournemouth at St James' Park in the Premier League.
'It's his job to score goals - Glasner reluctant to praise MatetaCrystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner reluctantly praises Jean-Philippe Mateta, hailing the striker's "hard work" as he scored twice in a 2-0 win against West Ham United.
Highlights: St Johnstone 1-0 MotherwellHighlights: St Johnstone 1-0 Motherwell
Highlights: Ross County 2-3 Livingston (AET)Watch the best of the action as Championship Livingston beat top-flight Ross County after extra time in the Scottish Cup fourth round.
MbappéFrom Paris suburbs to the pinnacle of football, a look at a once-in-a-generation talent.
Lewandowski, Kane, Marmoush - the big hitters leading Europe's goal chartsBBC Sport looks at Europe's six top goalscorers this season - including two Barcelona forwards.
'Swaps' and homegrown sales - how clubs kept to spending rules'PSR deadline day' and selling homegrown players - how clubs deemed at risk stayed within Premier League spending rules.
Isak in 'red-hot form' - have Newcastle joined title race?With Alexander Isak in "red-hot form" and Newcastle on a club record-equalling winning run, what can they achieve this season?
Football DailyMatt Bloomfield on why he joined Luton Town
Manager ins and outs - January 2025BBC Sport tracks all the manager ins and outs in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, Women's Super League, English Football League and National League.
Transfers - January 2025Check out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League.
What happens during a transfer window? And are there any rules?BBC Sport looks at the January transfer window. What happens during a transfer? Who gets the money? When does the window for English clubs open and close?
The two sides of 'bulletproof' Rangers striker DessersCyriel Dessers scores goals but missed chances have cast his Rangers future in doubt. So where does the striker stand?
Highlights: Rangers 5-0 FraserburghWatch the best of the action as Rangers beat Highland League Fraserburgh 5-0 in the Scottish Cup fourth round.
Former Aberdeen & Dunfermline boss Calderwood dies aged 69Former Aberdeen and Dunfermline Athletic manager Jimmy Calderwood has died aged 69.
Man Utd pay emotional Old Trafford tribute to LawManchester United pay an emotional tribute to former striker Denis Law - who died on Friday at the age of 84 - before their match against Brighton.
Lewandowski, Kane, Marmoush - the big hitters leading Europe's goal chartsBBC Sport looks at Europe's six top goalscorers this season - including two Barcelona forwards.
I will not be the coach of a Red Bull team - KloppJurgen Klopp says he has made a "clear commitment" that he will not become manager at one of the Red Bull clubs after starting his role as the organisation's head of global soccer.
Ex-Liverpool goalkeeper Karius joins SchalkeFormer Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius joins German second-tier side Schalke until the end of the season.
Aston Villa midfielder Dali set to join San Diego WaveUnited States club San Diego Wave are set to sign Aston Villa's attacking midfielder Kenza Dali.
When River Plate icon Diaz took over fourth-tier OxfordTwenty years on from Ramon Diaz's surprising appointment at Oxford United, BBC Sport looks at what happened and how it went.
East meets west London - the mentor who changed ChelseaVinay Menon knew nothing about football when he went for a meeting at a west London mansion in 2009. A few weeks later he was in the heart of the Chelsea dressing room.
The air crash and the underdogs - a triumph for a lost generationNineteen years and 10 miles separated Zambia's football team from a lost, golden generation on a fateful night in Libreville.
The rise and fall of North Korea - the sleeping giant of women's footballNorth Korea lags behind most of the rest of the world in several areas. But the hermit state has had an outsized impact on international women's football.
Chasing the 'Ghost' - a superstar struck down by lightningJohn White did the League and Cup Double, but his sudden death left his son searching for the man behind the comic-book persona.
Panenka - the penalty that killed a career and started a feudAntonin Panenka's penalty in the Euro 1976 final birthed a whole new 12-yard tactic. But the risks were higher than anyone could imagine.
The awkward questions behind Hungary's football revivalHungary have ridden back into contention for international honours on the back of billions of euros and one man's passion for football.
Sale set up Toulouse tie with bonus-point win over ToulonSale Sharks book their place in the last 16 of the Investec Champions Cup with a comfortable bonus-point win over Toulon at Salford Community Stadium.
Saracens fall to shock Castres defeat to miss out on home tieThree-time winners Saracens fall to a shock 32-24 defeat by Castres as they miss out on a home tie in the last 16 of the Champions Cup.
12-try Toulouse thrash Leicester to deny home last-16 spotHolders Toulouse scored 12 tries to hammer Leicester and deny the visitors a home draw in the Investec Champions Cup last 16.
Ulster to face Bordeaux in Champions Cup last 16Ulster qualify for the last 16 of the Investec Champions Cup on points difference after Bordeaux claimed a 66-12 victory against Sharks on Sunday.
Five-try Edinburgh sweep aside Black LionEdinburgh run in five tries to ease past Georgian side Black Lion and secure a home tie in the last 16 of the European Challenge Cup
Much-changed Gloucester heavily beaten by BayonneA much-changed Gloucester suffer a heavy 55-17 defeat in the European Challenge Cup to Bayonne in south-west France.
Leinster knock 14-man Bath out of Champions CupProp Beno Obano was sent off in the second half as Leinster punish Bath to knock the Premiership leaders out of the Investec Champions Cup.
Harlequins seal progress with victory over GlasgowHarlequins progress to the last 16 of the Investec Champions Cup by beating Glasgow Warriors at Twickenham Stoop.
Seabrook hat-trick helps Saints edge Munster in thrillerTom Seabrook scores a stunning hat-trick as Northampton Saints edge a thriller with Munster to secure top spot in Pool 3 and a home tie in the Investec Champions Cup last 16.
Bristol out of Europe after agonising loss at ClermontBristol are out of all European competitions after Clermont Auvergne snatched a dramatic 33-26 victory in the sixth minute of overtime.
Tuipulotu Six Nations injury concern for ScotlandScotland captain Sione Tuipulotu's participation in the Six Nations has been cast into doubt after her was injured in training with Glasgow Warriors.
Who has qualified for last 16 of Champions Cup?There is one round left to play in the 2024-25 Investec Champions Cup pool stage - who needs what to qualify for the last 16?
Ospreys snatch home tie with late comeback win at PauOspreys secure second place in Pool 2 of the European Challenge Cup with a four-try second-half comeback.
Wins for top two Gloucester-Hartpury and HarlequinsLeaders Gloucester-Hartpury, second-placed Harlequins and Bristol Bears all register Premiership Women's Rugby wins on Saturday.
Dragons suffer record Euro loss in Lions maulingDragons concede nine tries in their largest losing margin in the European Challenge Cup at Johannesburg.
'I was in so much pain' - Watson on retirement realisationEngland and Leicester winger Anthony Watson says his retirement seemed inevitable when he walked off the field for the last time in December.
Connacht beat Cardiff to complete perfect campaignConnacht complete a perfect European Challenge Cup campaign to defeat Cardiff and leave the Welsh side's hopes of reaching the knockout stages in danger.
12-try Toulouse thrash Leicester to deny home last-16 spotHolders Toulouse scored 12 tries to hammer Leicester and deny the visitors a home draw in the Investec Champions Cup last 16.
Montpellier top Challenge Cup pool after win over NewcastleMontpellier win European Challenge Cup pool two with a bonus-point victory at Newcastle Falcons.
Stoic Borthwick aims for Six Nations sweepEngland coach Steve Borthwick says the RFU have set him no specific targets for the forthcoming Six Nations campaign, but he wants to win every game.
'I knew replacing Packer as captain would hurt her' - MitchellEngland Roses head coach John Mitchell says he knew replacing Marlie Packer as captain "would hurt her" but feels she accepted it with "class".
We can drive England to something phenomenal - AldcroftEngland captain Zoe Aldcroft says she thinks she can work with the other leaders to drive the team to "something phenomenal".
'I feel really good' - Maher after 'exciting' Bristol Bears debutAmerican superstar Ilona Maher speaks to BBC Sport's Elizabeth Conway after making her much-anticipated Bristol Bears debut off the bench.
Watch the best of Glasgow's derby victory over EdinburghWatch the best of the action from Hampden Park as Glasgow Warriors convincingly beat Edinburgh 33-14 in the first leg of the 1872 Cup to consolidate second place in the United Rugby Championship.
Watch: Djougang scores superb try as Wolfhounds beat CloversWolfhounds prop Linda Djougang runs from her own half to score a wonderful try in the 33-7 victory over Clovers in the Celtic Challenge Cup opener at Energia Park.
Rugby lets you express yourself in fullest way - MaherSpeaking to the BBC Radio 5 Live Rugby Union Weekly podcast, Bristol Bears' new American rugby star Ilona Maher says the sport gives players freedom to express themselves.
Scrum V highlights: Cardiff 31-23 DragonsWatch Scrum V highlights as Cardiff extend their winning run against Dragons in the United Rugby Championship.
Saracens' Burke in Scotland's Six Nations squadSaracens' New Zealand-born stand-off Fergus Burke is named in Scotland's squad for the 2025 Six Nations.
Uncapped Boyle named in Ireland's Six Nations squadUncapped Leinster prop Jack Boyle is included in Ireland's Six Nations squad, replacing the suspended Tom O'Toole.
Itoje replaces George as England's Six Nations captainMaro Itoje replaces Jamie George as captain while uncapped Cadan Murley and Oscar Beard are named in England's Six Nations squad.
Wales pick uncapped Edwards and Mee for Six NationsWales name Ospreys fly-half Dan Edwards and Scarlets wing Ellis Mee as two uncapped players in a 34-man squad for the 2025 Six Nations.
Lucky inclusions, harsh omissions & weak point: Scotland squad verdictScotland have two home games to start the Six Nations, a relatively clean bill of health, plus class, nous and physicality. Do they dare to dream?
Talking points from Easterby's first Ireland squadBBC Sport NI looks at some of the talking points from Ireland interim head coach Simon Easterby's Six Nations squad.
George 'disappointed' to lose captaincy after a yearJamie George is "clearly disappointed" to be replaced as England captain by Maro Itoje after one season in the job admits England coach Steve Borthwick.
Players not experienced winning environment - GatlandWales coach Warren Gatland says players involved in an independent review into Welsh rugby do not know what a professional winning culture looks like.
What next for Rees-Zammit, a year after NFL move?A year since Louis Rees-Zammit swapped rugby union for American football, BBC Sport Wales assesses what comes next for the former Wales wing.
'To break America, rugby must learn to love its stars'Rugby needs to rethink its culture if it is to capture a slice of the lucrative American sports market, according to an agent with a foothold in both.
'I'm not scared of confrontational moments'Teenage back row Henry Pollock is set to make his European debut for Northampton Saints and says he is ready for the 'hard graft' against Castres.
Rugby Union WeeklyUgo, Ashy and Chris dissect England's Six Nations squad as Maro Itoje is named captain.
Rugby Union WeeklyWarren Gatland names his Six Nations squad and we review round three of the Champions Cup
Rugby Union WeeklyUgo, Ashy and Chris look ahead to a bumper 2025 and round-up a chaotic end to 2024.
Rugby Union WeeklyAshy and Chris analyse round two of the Champion Cup with special guest Tommy Freeman.
Rugby Union WeeklyChris and Ashy preview round two of the Champions Cup and we hear from George Ford.
Winless with a mountain to climb - what hope for England?BBC Sport and data analysts CricViz look at where England can improve and reasons for hope as they seek to keep the Women's Ashes series alive.
West Indies all out for 123 as Pakistan win first Test - scorecardLatest scorecard from the first Test between Pakistan and West Indies in Multan.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape v Durban's Super Giants - SA20 scorecardLatest scorecard as Sunrisers Eastern Cape face Durban's Super Giants in the SA20.
'A moment of Ashes history' - Gardner's grand day outAsh Gardner leads Australia's dominant day with her maiden international hundred and the 'catch of the century', all in a day's work.
England on the brink as Australia seal ODI clean sweepAsh Gardner's century and Alana King's 5-46 sees England slump to a 3-0 defeat in the ODI leg of the Women's Ashes.
Gardner catch 'one of the moments of Women's Ashes history'Ash Gardner takes a "sensational" boundary catch as Australia cruise to victory over England in the third ODI of the Women's Ashes.
Gardner hits stunning maiden international centuryWatch Ashleigh Gardner's stunning maiden international century during the third Women's Ashes ODI.
Wareham's cameo caps off brilliant Australia inningsGeorgia Wareham propels Australia beyond 300 in the third Women's Ashes ODI.
Gardner stars as Australia seal ODI clean sweepAsh Gardner hits a century and takes a spectacular catch as Australia complete an ODI clean sweep to leave England's hopes of regaining the Women's Ashes hanging by a thread.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 squads including England, India & AustraliaFull squad lists, as they are announced, for the 2025 Champions Trophy.
Test Match SpecialHenry Moeran hears from Nat Sciver-Brunt as England lose in Hobart.
Sciver-Brunt wants England to 'give best show of themselves'England all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt says she wants her side to "give the best show of themselves" in the third Women's Ashes one-day international.
'Why have they not run?!' - Bizarre end as England lose second ODIAmy Jones fails to run on a free hit leaving Lauren Bell to be bowled out as England slump to a 21-run defeat in the second ODI of the Women's Ashes in Melbourne.
King puts England in a spin to rescue AustraliaAlana King takes four wickets as she helps Australia take control of the Women's Ashes as they win the second ODI in Melbourne to take a 4-0 lead in the series.
Australia lose 8-49 in Ashes ODI collapseAustralia slip from 131-2 to 180 all out in the second one-day international of the Women's Ashes.
'That is a screamer!' - Knight takes super catchHeather Knight takes a superb catch to remove the dangerous Annabel Sutherland in the second one-day international of the 2025 Women's Ashes.
Women's Ashes - schedule, points system explained & how to followEverything you need to know ahead of the 2025 Women's Ashes series, including the schedule, format, squads and how to follow on the BBC.
Van Buuren stands down as Glos skipperGloucestershire all-rounder Graeme van Buuren relinquishes the county's red-ball captaincy after three years in the role.
Northants re-sign Agar for T20 Blast group stageNorthamptonshire re-sign Australia spin bowler Ashton Agar for the T20 Blast group stage.
Derbyshire re-sign New Zealand fast bowler TicknerNew Zealand fast bowler Blair Tickner re-joins Derbyshire after he abruptly ended his spell with the County Championship side last season.
StumpedThe Stumped team discuss whether boycotts in cricket work.
Vince moves to Dubai after attacks on family homeHampshire cricketer James Vince relocates to Dubai after a number of attacks on his family home over the summer.
Lancs thrilled to get 'inspirational' AndersonLancashire director of cricket Mark Chilton describes Jimmy Anderson as 'inspirational' and 'an icon of English cricket'.
South Africa's Nortje ruled out of Champions TrophySouth Africa fast bowler Anrich Nortje will not play in the ICC Champions Trophy because of a back injury.
England miss golden opportunity to level Women's AshesEngland are bowled out for 159, chasing only 181 to win, which gives Australia a 4-0 lead in the points-based series.
'The ICC did nothing for us' - Afghan cricketer AmiriAfghanistan cricketer Firooza Amiri criticises the ICC for what she says is a lack of support.
Vince to focus on Hampshire's T20 campaign in 2025Hampshire batter James Vince is set to only feature in the Hawks' T20 campaign this upcoming season.
India rout Ireland to complete 3-0 ODI series winIndia rack up their highest ever ODI total as they earn a crushing 304-run win over Ireland to complete a 3-0 series triumph in Rajkot.
Warwickshire sign Webster for part of 2025 seasonWarwickshire sign new Australia all-rounder Beau Webster for three months of the 2025 county season.
Silverwood aiming to 'future-proof' EssexNew Essex director of cricket Chris Silverwood suggests that shaping the county's future in a changing global landscape is one of his biggest challenges.
Magical leg-break - King bowls Wyatt-Hodge for golden duckAustralia's Alana King removes England's Danni Wyatt-Hodge for a golden duck in the second Women's Ashes one-day international.
Gardner stars as Australia beat England in Women's Ashes openerAsh Gardner's fine all-round performance proves the difference as England are beaten by four wickets in the first one-day international of the Women's Ashes in Sydney.
'He's held onto the ball and his beer' - watch one-handed crowd catchWatch as a fan takes a sublime one-handed crowd catch off Amy Jones' six in the first Women's Ashes one-day international.
Healy hits half century for Australia - best shotsAlyssa Healy's innings of 70 helps Australia secure victory over England in the first Women's Ashes one-day international in Sydney.
'How often does that happen?' - Dropped, then four next ballEngland give Australia's Ellyse Perry a let-off by dropping the batter at fine leg.
Gardner removes Knight and Sciver-BruntAustralia's Ash Gardner takes two huge wickets as sloppy England slip to 95-4 in first Women's Ashes ODI.
Women's Ashes opens with dramatic first overAn action-packed opening over starts the first Women's Ashes one-day international, with Megan Schutt being punished by Maia Bouchier for bowling a no-ball.
Test Match SpecialHenry Moeran hears from captain Heather Knight as England lose 2 in 2.
Test Match SpecialHenry Moeran hears from England captain Heather Knight following defeat in Sydney.
Tailenders podcast: Original Idles, Issy and Incredible CricketBoxing Day Test chat with Jon Beavis from the Idles, plus Issy Wong on the Women’s Ashes.
StumpedTwo-time Ashes winner Anya Shrubsole says both teams will be 'desperate' to win.
Test Match SpecialAlex Hartley & Kate Cross get ready for the Ashes which get underway this week.
Test Match SpecialWe review another absorbing Test as Australia reclaim the Border Gavaskar series
'His body is letting him down' - why Draper had to retire againAs Jack Draper retires from his Australian Open fourth-round match, BBC Sport analyses the key questions around his injury issues.
Djokovic sets up Alcaraz tie - then swerves interviewNovak Djokovic claims a convincing victory against Jiri Lehecka to set up a mouth-watering quarter-final against Carlos Alcaraz at the Australian Open.
Ailing Draper abandons Alcaraz match as Melbourne run endsBritain's Jack Draper runs out of steam and retires as Carlos Alcaraz moves into the Australian Open quarter-finals - where he will face Novak Djokovic.
'Sad' Gauff will turn to books after TikTok banCoco Gauff says she is "sad" TikTok is no longer usable in the United States but it will help her "read more books instead" after reaching the Australian Open quarter-finals.
Injury-hit Draper abandons Alcaraz matchInjured British number one Jack Draper retires after two sets against Carlos Alcaraz in the fourth round of the Australian Open.
GB's Nicholls & Patten beat mixed doubles top seedsBritish pair Olivia Nicholls and Henry Patten reach the quarter-finals of the Australian Open mixed doubles by knocking out the top seeds.
Gauff beats Bencic - then says bye to TikTokWatch the best shots as Coco Gauff fights back from a set down to beat Belinda Bencic at Australian Open quarter-finals before penning a farewell message to social media appication TikTok on a camera lens.
Gauff fights back to join Sabalenka in quartersCoco Gauff fights from a set down to beat Belinda Bencic and join defending champion Aryna Sabalenka in the Australian Open quarter-finals.
When does it get too hot to play tennis?BBC Sport explains how the Australian Open Heat Stress Scale works, and when play is called off because of extreme conditions.
Medvedev heavily fined for Australian Open behaviourDaniil Medvedev is fined over £60,000 for unsportsmanlike conduct following his on-court antics at this year's Australian Open.
Australian Open - schedule, seedings & how to followAryna Sabalenka and Jannik Sinner are the defending champions at the Australian Open. Here's how to follow the first Grand Slam of the season on the BBC.
From packing her bags to making history - lucky loser Lys through to fourth roundGermany's Eva Lys makes history as she becomes the first women's singles lucky loser to reach the Australian Open in the Open Era.
'Can't please everybody' - unfazed Collins booed in lossAmerican Danielle Collins said "you can't please everybody" after she was booed during her third-round Australian Open loss to compatriot Madison Keys.
Britons Cash and Glasspool through in men's doublesJulian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool are the only Britons to win on day seven in Melbourne
Tien and Monfils score wins for the ages in MelbourneLearner Tien, 19, beats Corentin Moutet while Gael Monfils, 38, defeats fourth seed Taylor Fritz to reach the Australian Open fourth round.
Svitolina 'inspired' by husband Monfils in shock Paolini winElina Svitolina beats fourth seed Jasmine Paolini hours after her husband Gael Monfils beat men's fourth seed Taylor Fritz to reach the Australian Open fourth round.
Sinner 'still has room to improve' in MelbourneJannik Sinner says he "still has room to improve" in his Australian Open title defence after beating Marcos Giron to reach the fourth round.
'I have my own weapons' - how 5ft 4in Paolini uses height to her advantageJasmine Paolini is one of the most successful WTA Tour players - and one of the smallest. In her BBC Sport column, she discusses how her size is her strength.
Raducanu crushed by Swiatek in MelbourneEmma Raducanu suffers the joint-heaviest defeat of her career as second seed Iga Swiatek demonstrates her superiority at the Australian Open.
Fearnley falls short against second seed ZverevJacob Fearnley sees his encouraging Australian Open run come to an end against Alexander Zverev in the third round.
Osaka retires injured from Australian OpenNaomi Osaka is out of the Australian Open after she was forced to retire injured from her third-round match against Belinda Bencic.
Alcaraz plans kangaroo tattoo if he wins titleCarlos Alcaraz says he will "for sure" get a kangaroo tattoo if he wins the Australian Open, the only Grand Slam title missing from his collection.
Doubles 'dating' & reindeer stew fuel Patten successBritain's Henry Patten tells BBC Sport how doubles "dating" and a reindeer stew helped forge a successful partnership with Harri Heliovaara.
Raducanu apologised to Murray to avoid 'bad blood'Emma Raducanu says she apologised to fellow Briton Andy Murray over her Wimbledon mixed doubles withdrawal last year as she did not want any "bad blood" between the pair.
Kyrgios & Kokkinakis retire injured from doublesThanasi Kokkinakis says a doctor advised him not to play before he and Nick Kyrgios retired injured in the men doubles first round at the Australian Open.
'Realistically I can't see myself playing a singles match here again'Nick Kyrgios says he "can't see himself playing singles" again at the Australian Open after being knocked out in the first round by Great Britain's Jacob Fearnley.
Raducanu turned down insect bite treatment over contamination concernsBritain's Emma Raducanu says she avoided using antiseptic spray on a recent bite that caused her ankle to swell, such is the care she feels she must take to avoid positive tests for prohibited substances.
Djokovic and Murray team up at the Australian OpenWatch as Novak Djokovic and his new coach Andy Murray practise ahead
of the Australian Open in Melbourne.
Boulter win takes GB into United Cup last eightKatie Boulter beats Australia's Olivia Gadecki in straight sets to ensure Great Britain reach the United Cup quarter-finals in Sydney.
'Brilliant' Sinner seals Davis Cup title for ItalyWatch the best shots as world number one Jannick Sinner secures back-to-back Davis Cups for Italy by beating the Netherlands' Tallon Griekspoor 7-6 (7-2) 6-2 in Malaga.
'Brutal but fun' - how US college fuelled Fearnley's rapid riseLittle over a year ago, Jacob Fearnley was unranked in the professional tennis world. Now he is among the top 100 after one of the fastest climbs in ATP history.
How Instagram post led to a trailblazing gay ATP playerWhen Brazilian tennis player Joao Lucas Reis da Silva posted a loving birthday message to his boyfriend on Instagram, he did not expect the attention which followed.
What happens next in Sinner doping case?News that Jannik Sinner, the men's world number one, had failed two doping tests stunned tennis. BBC Sport examines the key questions at hand.
Ladies first on Centre Court & best of three in Slam first week - ideas to shake up tennisBBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller looks at what tennis could do to become an even more appealing and exciting sport.
The 'genius' behind 'one of best images' in tennisTwo players could claim to be the world's best – but on different surfaces. How could the Roger Federer-Rafael Nadal debate be settled? One man had an idea.
What being coached by Murray could do for DjokovicBBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller assesses what Novak Djokovic's shock appointment of Andy Murray as coach could mean for both men.
'The son every mum would love to have' - Nadal, Federer & an enduring legacyBBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller on Rafael Nadal's enduring rivalry with Roger Federer and his legacy in the tennis world.
How 'genius' Nadal won 22 Grand Slams - including Wimbledon epicBBC Sport pays tribute to Rafael Nadal's incredible career and looks back at the 2008 Wimbledon final, after the 22-time Grand Slam winner announced he will be retiring at the end of the season.
GB's Boulter beaten as Slovakia level BJK Cup semi-finalWatch the best shots as Great Britain's Katie Boulter loses 6-2 4-6 4-6 to Slovakia's Rebecca Sramkova to level up their BJK Cup semi-final.
Nadal's legacy will be eternal - AlcarazCarlos Alcaraz discusses the legacy Spain team-mate Rafael Nadal will leave after his retirement.
'Irresistible tennis!' - Raducanu puts GB ahead in BJK Cup semi-finalWatch the best shots as Emma Raducanu maintained her record of not dropping a set in this year's Billie Jean King Cup, beating Slovakia's Viktoria Hruncakova 6-4 6-4 in Great Britain's opening semi-final match.
I am not worried about the next chapter - NadalRafael Nadal says he is "not worried about the next chapter" as the 22-time Grand Slam champion prepares to retire from tennis after the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga.
Brilliant Boulter puts GB into BJK Cup semi-finalsKatie Boulter beats Canada's Leylah Fernandez in straight sets to send Great Britain into the semi-finals of the Billie Jean King Cup in Malaga.
Raducanu beats Marino to give GB lead over CanadaEmma Raducanu beats Canada's Rebecca Marino in straight sets to give Great Britain the lead in their Billie Jean King Cup quarter-final in Malaga.
Boulter powers GB into BJK Cup quarter-finalsKatie Boulter cruises past Germany's Laura Siegemund with a straight-sets win to put Great Britain into the Billie Jean King Cup quarter-finals in Malaga.
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