Football
Liverpool chiefs 'relaxed over Mohamed Salah future'
Liverpool chiefs reportedly remain relaxed over Mohamed Salah's future, despite the winger refusing to rule out a potential move to Real Madrid or Barcelona.
Sky Sports announces £3m funding package to Kick It Out
The deal will see Sky become Kick It Out's media partner.
Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers optimistic over Jamie Vardy's fitnessRoss County appoint John Hughes as new managerMan United's Harry Maguire tops minutes played list for 2020Preview: Nice vs. Lorient - prediction, team news, lineupsReal Madrid 'very confident of signing Mbappe'Stones to be handed new Man City deal?Arsenal eye Maxi Gomez in cut-price deal?Marseille join race for Olivier Giroud?Liverpool to include Origi in Kabak offer?
Trevor Steven urges Everton to push for EFL Cup gloryMan United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer revels in "fantastic" Leeds winMonday's papers: Olivier Giroud, Yves Bissouma, Jesse LingardJose Mourinho "cannot blame" Serge Aurier for Leicester defeatCallum McGregor credits Scotland penalty exploits for cup final successZidane hails "phenomenal" Karim Benzema as Real Madrid overcome EibarMonday's Arsenal transfer talk: Eriksen, Willian, RamosTransfer latest: Arsenal 'to back Arteta with funds in January'Monday's Liverpool transfer talk: Salah, Mendes, Williams
Rugby Union
On This Day in 2011: Scotland's Chris Paterson retires from international duty
Chris Paterson scored a record 809 points for Scotland and won more than 100 caps.
Paul Gustard to investigate heavy loss to Racing 92
Paul Gustard demands answers after Harlequins fall flat
Pat Lam prepared for "finals rugby" as Bristol gear up for Connacht clashPremiership Rugby and BT Sport agree four-year broadcasting dealToulon's clash with Scarlets called off due to coronavirus concernsGloucester coach tips "hungry" Lloyd Evans to fill Danny Cipriani voidEngland World Cup hero Katy Daley-McLean retires from international dutySurgeon calls for rugby union to act over concussion concerns
Lee Blackett ready to face "very confrontational" MontpellierA look at rugby union's concussion issueAlun Wyn Jones could miss the start of Six NationsSix more former players join concussion lawsuit against rugby unionExeter's clash with Toulouse called off due to coronavirus outbreakGeorge Skivington: 'No smoke or mirrors surrounding Danny Cipriani departure'
Tennis
Result: Andy Murray beats Dan Evans in 'Battle of the Brits' contest
Murray won two tight sets to triumph 7-6 (5) 6-4.
Australian Open players to travel three weeks before tournament
Players must arrive in Australia by mid-January in order to clear quarantine and take part in warm-up tournaments.
Australian Open men's tournament to begin three weeks lateMurray combines with LTA once again for Battle of the Brits Premier League TennisAndre Agassi's efforts in educationRoger Federer casts doubt over Australian Open participationLaura Robson steps up comeback following second hip surgery
Paul Jubb determined to rise up the rankings following disrupted first year2021 Australian Open details to be finalised "very soon"LTA teams up with ITF to help get young people involved in tennisOn This Day: Andy Murray leads Great Britain to Davis Cup winAustralian Open 'likely to be delayed by at least a week'
Cricket
England's Ollie Pope back in the nets
The Surrey batsman had surgery after dislocating his shoulder in the third and final Test against Pakistan in August.
On This Day: Eoin Morgan named England ODI captain
The move spelled the end of Alastair Cook's international white-ball career.
Result: India bowled out for 36 as Australia win first TestOn This Day in 2006 - Australia win back the AshesSouthern Brave retain key players ahead of Hundred campaignMohammad Amir's Pakistan career 'is over'Essex to begin defence of County Championship against Worcestershire in April
Sir Alastair Cook backs Dan Lawrence to star for EnglandAzeem Rafiq files legal complaint against Yorkshire over racism allegationsEbony Rainford-Brent and Michael Holding given Freedom of the City of LondonEngland's James Bracey opens up on impact of social media on athletesChris Lynn and Dan Lawrence hit with fines for protocol breach
Off The Pitch
Marcus Rashford's mother opens up on struggles
Melanie Maynard spoke about their experiences for an interview with BBC Breakfast.
Aston Villa's Jack Grealish banned from driving for nine months
The 25-year-old England international was sentenced at Birmingham Magistrates' Court on Tuesday.
BBC to show Copa Libertadores gamesManchester United assisted by UK cyber security agency following attackMan Utd 'being held to ransom for millions by hackers'Marcus Rashford lands BBC One documentaryHeavy D 'was found dead on kitchen floor by brothers'Celebrity Big Brother and Arsenal Fan TV star Heavy D dies, aged 47Aston Villa's Jack Grealish pleads guilty to careless driving charge
Lewis Hamilton to be knighted in New Year?Tottenham's Harry Kane 'sees £100k Range Rover stolen'Marcus Rashford delighted at Government U-turn over free Christmas mealsBen Chilwell opens up on mental health strugglesSporting Minds UK founder believes mental health stigma still existsRichard Caborn urges Government to reconsider amateur sport lockdownRyan Giggs "denies all allegations" after arrest on suspicion of assault
Formula 1
Monday's Formula 1 news roundup
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest Formula 1 news on Monday, December 21.
Lewis Hamilton claims to have found his compass after SPOTY win
Lewis Hamilton claimed the BBC prize after winning his seventh Formula One title while campaigning against discrimination.
Golf
Result: Fitzpatrick claims DP World Tour Championship win while Westwood lands Race to Dubai
There was a dramatic finish in Dubai.
Patrick Reed not focused on money list as he shares lead in Dubai
The season is set for a thrilling conclusion.
Patrick Reed boasts two-shot lead at DP World Tour ChampionshipVictor Perez in strong position to win Race to DubaiGeorgia Hall "very happy" to be present at US Women's OpenTommy Fleetwood unhappy with season ahead of Dubai finaleLee Westwood battling back injury as he bids to become European number one
Rugby League
John Duffy: 'Leigh Centurions are Super League ready'
Leigh beat off competition from Toulouse Olympique, London Broncos, Bradford Bulls, Featherstone Rovers and York City Knights.
Kevin Sinfield passes £1m mark for seven-day marathon challenge
Kevin Sinfield ran seven marathons in seven days in support of his former team-mate and close friend Rob Burrow.
Richard Marshall named new Salford head coachKevin Sinfield begins seven-day marathon challenge for Rob BurrowLeeds captain Stevie Ward considering future following concussionsJames Graham lets emotions run wild following Grand Final triumphKristian Woolf backs Grand Final hero Jack Welsby to star for England
Result: Jack Welsby scores last-gasp try as St Helens beat Wigan in Grand FinalHull FC appoint Brett Hodgson as new head coachA look ahead to the Grand Final between St Helens and Wigan WarriorsWigan without Ben Flower for Super League Grand FinalA look at what lies ahead for sport following Government announcement
Boxing
Result: Canelo Alvarez overcomes Callum Smith courtesy of dominant display
The 30-year-old last tasted defeat against Floyd Mayweather Jr in 2013.
Callum Smith insists he is "not just a big lump" ahead of Alvarez bout
The 6ft 3in Callum Smith is set to make the third defence of his WBA super-middleweight title at Texas' Alamodome on Saturday.
Tyson Fury: 'Fight with Anthony Joshua has to happen'Callum Smith relishing Canelo Alvarez battleA look at the issues surrounding Anthony Joshua's proposed bout with Tyson FuryTyson Fury seeks legal help for SPOTY shortlist removalEddie Hearn talks up Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua clash
Trainer: 'Anthony Joshua is getting better all the time'Five talking points from Anthony Joshua's win over Kubrat PulevAnthony Joshua pleased 'to let his boxing do the talking'Result: Anthony Joshua knocks out Kubrat Pulev in ninth roundSelf-proclaimed "good psychopath" Anthony Joshua relishing Pulev battle
Snooker
Result: Judd Trump wins World Grand Prix title
The world number one's 10-7 victory saw him become only the sixth player in snooker history to win 20 ranking titles.
Result: Jack Lisowski advances to World Grand Prix final with win over Mark Selby
Jack Lisowski had opened up a 5-1 lead before Mark Selby reduced the deficit to one frame.
Judd Trump thrashes Ronnie O'Sullivan to advance to World Grand Prix finalSnooker roundup: O'Sullivan sets up World Grand Prix semi-final with TrumpSnooker roundup: Ronnie O'Sullivan eases past Barry HawkinsResult: Mark Selby beats Ronnie O'Sullivan in Scottish Open finalZhou Yuelong hits 147 break on first day of Scottish Open
Result: Neil Robertson beats Judd Trump to win UK ChampionshipJudd Trump aiming to rediscover "fire" in UK Championship finalNeil Robertson claims he is playing the best snooker of his careerResult: Trump beats Wilson to reach UK Championship semi-finalResult: Judd Trump books place in UK Championship quarter-finals
