Flintoff on road to recovery 22:45, Dec 22 2009
England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff expects to resume batting in the new year as he continues his recovery from surgery. more

Levein agrees deal in principle 22:45, Dec 22 2009
Craig Levein has agreed a deal in principle to become Scotland manager and is set to be officially unveiled on Wednesday, Press Association Sport understands. more

Wenger: Van Persie could miss season 20:45, Dec 22 2009
Arsene Wenger has admitted he has almost written off the idea of Robin van Persie playing again this season as the striker could be out until May with an ankle injury. more

Torres bemoans lack of funds 20:45, Dec 22 2009
Fernando Torres has underlined the bleak future facing Liverpool by admitting the club cannot afford to buy top-class players in the January transfer window. more

Wigan confident of beating the freeze 17:45, Dec 22 2009
Wigan officials are confident of avoiding a second postponement in six days after spending a five-figure sum in a bid to beat the big freeze. more

City: Cook did not lie to fans 17:45, Dec 22 2009
Manchester City have been forced to insist they did not lie to fans over when they approached Roberto Mancini to become their new manager. more

Turner handed four-match ban 17:45, Dec 22 2009
Sunderland centre-back Michael Turner will now serve a four-match ban for his red card against Manchester City after the Football Association dismissed his claim and added a game to the normal suspension. more

Donovan granted work permit 17:45, Dec 22 2009
United States international Landon Donovan has been granted a work permit and can now officially join Everton on loan next month. more

Hoy won't risk losing London gold 16:45, Dec 22 2009
Sir Chris Hoy has admitted that, while he still plans to defend all three of his Olympic titles in London, he might sacrifice one or two to guarantee a gold medal. more

Yates takes Cheltenham job 16:45, Dec 22 2009
Cheltenham have appointed Mark Yates as the club's new manager with immediate effect. more

Early blow for Mancini 14:45, Dec 22 2009
Nedum Onuoha has intensified Roberto Mancini's immediate concerns about Manchester City's injury list by being ruled out for up to four weeks. more