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Olympic cyclist Jess Varnish arrived at Alexandra House in Manchester on Tuesday morning for her landmark employment tribunal hearing against UK Sport and British Cycling.

Sterling was abused by Chelsea fans during City's 2-0 defeat at Stamford Bridge, telling police that he had heard racist insults. He issued a statement on Sunday saying he 'had to laugh'.

Reid, whose most recent victory came at the Victorian Open in Australia back in 2017, has claimed she 'protected' her sexuality because she felt it would be detrimental.

UEFA has unveiled its Ultimate Team of the Year featuring six Barcelona players, three Real Madrid stars - but only one Englishman. Steven Gerrard is the sole representative.

Leinster fly-half Johnny Sexton has signed a contract extension with the Irish Rugby Football Union until the end of the 2020/21 season. Sexton will likely see out his career with his club.

Chelsea have suspended four people from attending matches following allegations that racist abuse was directed towards the Manchester City forward at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.

The sign has been part of the Anfield furniture for years and Liverpool stars touch it on their way on to the pitch for good luck. 'I came through the tunnel and I asked, "Where is the thing?" Mertens said.

Sam Burgess and wife Phoebe have announced the birth of their second child William 'Billy' Mark Burgess on Sunday. He is the couple's second child after daughter Poppy.

Cristiano Ronaldo may only just have started his Juventus career, but it looks like his son could soon be following in his footsteps. The Portuguese posted a photo of his child, Cristiano Jr, with a trophy.

Manchester United youngsters Mason Greenwood and James Garner have trained with the senior squad on Tuesday ahead of the Champions League clash against Valencia.

He cost the club £96million when he joined from Borussia Dortmund in August 2017, and Rivaldo admits he is disappointed at the situation, as he feels Dembele could be an important player.

Virgil van Dijk took to Twitter to praise his defensive partner Joe Gomez for signing a new contract at Liverpool. England defender Gomez agreed a new five-and-a-half year deal.

Pascal Gross joined the Seagulls for just £3million from Bundesliga outfit Ingolstadt in the summer of 2017 and quickly established himself in Chris Hughton's first XI.

Zinedine Zidane was the undoubted star of that side, scoring twice in the final, and he has shared an intimate picture of some of that 1998 vintage enjoying a reunion dinner.

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It is believed a woman in her 20s was out socialising with a group of friends in Dublin, before going on to a hotel in the city centre. The attack is alleged to have taken place between midnight and 2am.

Harry Kane may be getting into the festive spirit ahead of Christmas - but goal-scoring is never far from the striker's mind. Kane earned the golden boot at this year's World Cup in Russia.

Young Chelsea fans were given a day to remember when they were invited to a special Christmas party featuring some of the club's top stars.

The United boss talked up his star man at the weekend, and will be hoping he can fire the team to glory away at Valencia on Wednesday night in the Champions League.

The duo form two-thirds of an exceptional attacking trio, that also includes Edinson Cavani, that has seen Thomas Tuchel's side go 13 points clear at the top of Ligue 1 already.

The 63-year-old, a European Cup winner with Liverpool as a player, replaces Matthew Bates, who lost his job a fortnight ago. Money has enjoyed managerial success with Walsall and Cambridge.

Colin Wing, 60, from Beckenham, has apologised after being identified screaming at Raheem Sterling at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. He says he called him a 'Manc c***'.

Real Madrid's stars were in the mood to joke around as they coasted through training on Tuesday morning ahead of their Champions League dead rubber tie against CSKA Moscow.

The choice 'heads or tails' will be replaced by 'hills or flats' in the forthcoming competition as a specially-designed bat is chucked in the air in place of the traditional cricket coin toss.

Real Madrid will be aiming to complete a hat-trick of FIFA Club World Cup triumphs when the competition gets underway in the United Arab Emirates this week.

Andres Iniesta enjoyed a visit to see his old team-mates at Barcelona and documented the trip on Instagram. He is clearly still held in high esteem at the club where he made his name.

The influential midfielder has had an incredible few seasons, winning the Premier League with Leicester and then Chelsea, before securing a World Cup triumph with France in the summer.

Manchester United have no intention of selling Paul Pogba in the January transfer window despite the club's record £89million signing falling out of favour with manager Jose Mourinho.

Mesut Ozil has paid tribute to the young supporter who he sat next to ahead of Arsenal's win over Huddersfield on Saturday. 'Thanks for stopping by,' Ozil said to Eren on Instagram.

Liverpool and Tottenham both face decisive Champions League fixtures on Tuesday night as they bid to make it through to the knockout stages of the competition.

On paper, Tottenham's Champions League future this season is simple and in their own hands - win, and they reach the last 16. They could even go through with a draw or a defeat.

In his days as a Sky Sports pundit, Thierry Henry had a reputation as the joker - but that persona seems long gone following his step into the world of management at Monaco.

Thousands of jubilant Atlanta United supporters packed the city's streets to cheer their heroes as an open-top bus parade marked their MLS Cup triumph.

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Lucas Digne was delighted to get off the mark for his new club - especially after assuming free-kick duties from top scorer Richarlison - but would have traded a maiden goal for three points.

Tottenham had been hoping to finally open their new stadium against Manchester United on January 13 but that is now in doubt after problems with organising a test event on December 30.

La Liga has pledged to persevere with a long-term strategy of taking games outside of Spain after immediate plans to play Barcelona's January match against Girona in Miami were derailed.

Mendes, who has been influential in helping the newly-promoted side rise to the top half of the Premier League table, represents the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Diego Costa.

Dennis Man, who plays as an attacking midfielder, has scored seven goals in 23 appearances for FCSB in his homeland this season. He has also attracted interest from Roma and Fenerbahce.

After Richarlison's opener stood despite Theo Walcott touched the ball from an offside position, Everton's Yerry Mina avoided a second yellow card for a coming together with Isaac Success.

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Gary Neville on Monday night claimed white players are given an easier ride than black players by the media when they make it into the England squad.

Chelsea have suspended four people from attending matches following allegations that Raheem Sterling was racially abused at Stamford Bridge.

LeBron James scored 28 points and the LA Lakers survived Dwyane Wade's 15-point performance in the second half of the superstars' probable final on-court meeting for a 108-105 victory over Miami.

Joshua will be among those watching at the O2 Arena, with Hearn also confirming on Monday that undisputed cruiserweight king Oleksandr Usyk and unbeaten American Jarrell Miller will be there.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp insists his side go into their must-win Champions League encounter at home to Napoli not fearful of conceding but well aware of the implications.

Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino is not going to pay too much attention to Barcelona's teamsheet ahead of their do-or-die Champions League game at the Nou Camp.

Stuart Lancaster Lancaster slammed the door shut on a return to England - but left it open for an Irish reunion with Andy Farrell. He has excelled at Leinster.

Jamie Carragher was left in hysterics on Monday Night Football as Gary Neville selected Paul Pogba as a holding midfielder in his Liverpool-Manchester United combined XI.

The Football Association have been hit by a storm of criticism after it was revealed that only 10 of the 32 FA Cup third round ties will be played at 3pm on a Saturday.