December, 2020
No Premier League talks over circuit break
The Premier League is not discussing the possibility of a circuit break to halt the season amid a rise of coronavirus cases in the game.
‘No issue if League One finishes late May’
Peterborough United owner Darragh MacAnthony says the Sky Bet League One and Two seasons could be extended until late May to allow the coronavirus-hit campaign to be finished.
Barbeary a doubt for start of Six Nations
Wasps hooker Alfie Barbeary faces at least six weeks on the sidelines due to an ankle injury and might need surgery, head coach Lee Blackett said, casting doubt on his availability for the start of England’s Six Nations campaign.
FA, RFU lead calls to allow return of grassroots activity
More than 50 leading British sports bodies have called on the government to allow grassroots sport to return in the higher tiers of coronavirus restrictions “as soon as possible”.
Karen Carney: Leeds owner Andrea Radrizzani defends club tweet amid criticism
Leeds owner Andrew Radrizzani says pundit Karen Carney made “unnecessary” comments as he defends a controversial club tweet.
Sam Allardyce: West Brom boss calls for football ‘circuit break’
West Brom boss Sam Allardyce says football needs a break after the Premier League returns its highest number of positive coronavirus tests.
Manchester United 1-0 Wolverhampton Wanderers: Too early for title talk, says Marcus Rashford
Marcus Rashford says it is “stupid” to think about winning the Premier League at this stage despite Manchester United going second after beating Wolves.
NBA: Milwaukee Bucks set three-pointer record as Orlando Magic continue fine start
The Milwaukee Bucks set an NBA record of 29 three-pointers in a game, while Orlando Magic make it four wins from four.
2021 sporting calendar: Euro 2020, Olympics and other big events to follow
Euro 2020, the Olympic and Paralympic Games, a Lions tour, a Rugby League World Cup in England and the Hundred are just some of the highlights of a busy sporting year.