EXCLUSIVE BY MATT LAWTON: Nathan Redmond was left stunned by the Pep Guardiola lecture that marked the end of Manchester City's dramatic 2-1 victory over Southampton on Wednesday night, Sportsmail can reveal. Still reeling from Raheem Sterling's late winner, the Saints winger was suddenly on the receiving end of an astonishing rant from City's manager as the pair walked off the Etihad pitch.
Emre Can says he could still remain at Liverpool beyond this season as the midfielder insists his contract dispute with the club is 'not about money.' Can's deal at Liverpool is set to expire in the summer meaning the German is free to sign a pre-contract agreement.
MATT LAWTON - CHIEF SPORTS REPORTER IN MOSCOW: However the balls come out in Friday afternoon's World Cup draw, Gareth Southgate intends to give nothing away.
IAN LADYMAN - COMMENT: Pep Guardiola very much views Man City as his own fiefdom but he must realise that different rules apply beyond that small part of east Manchester.
CHIEF SPORTS WRITER: More than any other event, the Ashes define English cricket. There is interest in the sub-continent, but this tour captures the imagination.
PAUL NEWMAN IN ADELAIDE: Moeen Ali did not bowl in practice on Thursday but will try out his badly cut spinning fingers in nets on Friday before England make a decision.
PAUL NEWMAN IN ADELAIDE: It is crunch time. England either take advantage of conditions that should suit them, or they face another torturous, one-sided Ashes series.
The extent of Manchester City's celebrations after their dramatic 2-1 victory over Southampton has emerged on the club's YouTube channel. Raheem Sterling's injury-time winner maintained City's eight-point lead at the top of the Premier League over rivals Manchester United. City's cameras caught the moment the players descended into the tunnel after the game on Wednesday night.
England's World Cup-winning goalkeeper Gordon Banks will be one of eight assistants at Friday's 2018 World Cup draw. The 79-year-old will join Diego Maradona, Laurent Blanc, Cafu, Carles Puyol, Diego Forlan, Nikita Simonyan at the Kremlin. Together with hosts Russia they represent all eight World Cup winning countries as they will be joined by Miroslav Klose from Germany, who will be the trophy bearer at the final draw ceremony.
EXCLUSIVE BY IAN HERBERT: Senior British police officers, who are urging English fans to desist from provocative nationalistic singing, have been made aware of the penalties.
SPORTS AGENDA: The sponsorship backdrop board for the 2018 World Cup lays bare the crisis facing FIFA in finding new backers and the lack of Russian business support.
Manchester United are prepared to take a £11.5million loss to offload Luke Shaw in January. Newcastle are among those who have enquired about Shaw’s availability but they will be priced out.
The countdown to the 2018 World Cup ramps up significantly on Friday when the draw for next summer's tournament in Russia takes place. Sportsmail previews how it will all happen.
England manager Gareth Southgate believes Tottenham striker Harry Kane will come to Russia next summer looking to prove he’s the best striker in world football.
As world football turns to Red Square, there is an Englishman from Blue Star plotting an assault on Russia. Not Gareth Southgate. Or Steve Holland for that matter. But Graeme Jones, a Geordie at the heart of Belgium’s multi-national coaching team with Roberto Martinez and Thierry Henry.
Port Vale defender Adam Yates must wait to see if he has suffered any long-term damage after a collision with a team mate left him with a horrific series of injuries.
JACK GAUGHAN: Manchester City face Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League on Wednesday - and will arrive in Kharkiv 48 hours before the deadrubber
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte has been charged by the FA after he was sent to stands during the win over Swansea on Wednesday night.
The claim is based on the combined turnover of the two rivals, with Arsenal posting revenues of £424million in 2016-17 while United earned a record £581m, taking the clubs' total to £1.05billion.
Anthony Joshua kept fans updated on his training regime as the boxer posted a video of himself working up a sweat during an intense gym session. The IBO, IBF and WBA heavyweight champion took to Instagram with a video of the workout captioned simply: 'Winter Grind'. Joshua was seen performing a series of exercises from lunges to squat jumps as he trained ahead of a potential unification bout with Joseph Parker.
5 POINTS: Arsenal missed a trick by missing the flicks - you had plenty to say on the Gunners squad snubbing the 89 film, while Spurs at Wembley and Jonny Bairstow also sparked a lively debate.
For two seasons at Coventry he terrorised experienced defenders. Now at Bolton he has, on my last look, become a prisoner of a new position.
As a Southampton fan it was gut-wrenching. Ninety-plus minutes of sheer hard-work, determination and organisation, only to be defeated by a moment of simply undeniable class.
PETE JENSON: The suggestion that Neymar is getting restless at Paris Saint-Germain in Ligue 1 was always going to appear one day. But we expected it after three years, not three months.
Vincent Kompany claims Manchester City's last-gasp wins are giving Manchester United a taste of their own medicine ahead of next weekend's derby at Old Trafford.
The Baggies can activate a clause to sign centre back Ahmed Hegazy on a permanent deal at the end of the season as part of the loan agreement with parent club Al Ahly.
Ask almost any footballer who he would like to draw in the third round of the FA Cup and the answer will be Manchester United at Old Trafford. It is no different for AFC Fylde’s Danny Rowe, the scorer of 50 goals last season and the leader of the National League’s charts this campaign too. But Rowe has an extra reason to hope Fylde follow Jose Mourinho’s United out of the hat, should they see off Wigan Athletic on Friday.
Ian Holloway took to Instagram on Wednesday to post a photo of himself getting the tattoo while his son, Will, worked his magic at his parlour in Burnham, Slough.
EXCLUSIVE BY MIKE KEEGAN IN BRISBANE: On Saturday, Burgess and England’s rugby league men try to lift the trophy for the first time in 45 years. It is all very different to 2015.
After defeats to Australia and New Zealand, and a poor win over Georgia, Wales have been the least impressive of the home nations this month.
The issue was raised when Chief Inspector Mark Cleland of British Transport Police tweeted his disappointment at how fans behaved after the All Blacks beat Warren Gatland's side 33-18.
England’s tailenders are preparing for another bouncer blitz in Adelaide, with practice against the short ball the order of the day in their latest nets session. Despite making it clear to umpires Marais Erasmus and Aleem Dar that they felt Australia overstepped the mark in Brisbane, the tourists are getting ready for another barrage. Jimmy Anderson and Stuart Broad were first into the nets on Thursday afternoon as batting coach Mark Ramprakash put them through their paces against the short stuff.
PAUL NEWMAN IN ADELAIDE: England will use the image of Australia captain Steve Smith laughing at them after their thumping defeat in Brisbane as motivation to hit back here on Saturday in a second Test they cannot afford to lose.
The Ashes series in Australia has been overshadowed by the continued absence of key all-rounder Stokes and the headbutt row involving Bairstow.
Jimmy Anderson has said England will use the Australians’ hilarity over the Jonny Bairstow affair as extra motivation ahead of Saturday’s crucial second Test in Adelaide.
Ben Stokes will appear for Canterbury in his native New Zealand on Sunday, despite Avon and Somerset police passing his file to the Crown Prosecution Service back in the UK.
Sam Allardyce has made his move to become Everton manager official by signing his £6million-a-year contract, with the former England boss saying he is 'enthused and energised' to succeed at Goodison Park. The new Toffees manager has put pen to paper on an 18-month deal which will see him at the helm until the end of the 2018-19 season.
David Silva has signed a one-year contract extension with Manchester City. The Spanish midfielder has put pen to paper on a deal that will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until 2020, the year which will mark his 10th at the club. 'I am so happy to have committed my future to City,' the 31-year-old told the Premier League outfit's website.
The SFA are facing a £500,000 compensation bill to secure the services of O’Neill. The Northern Ireland boss is the preferred candidate to succeed Gordon Strachan as Scotland boss.
The highly-respected coach is working with the north London club on an ad-hoc basis watching games up and down the country.
Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette will miss the weekend Premier League clash with Manchester United after hobbling out of the 5-0 win over Huddersfield at the Emirates Stadium.
Danny Mills has stressed there should be no assumptions that Manchester City will end up winning this season's title race - particularly with Jose Mourinho in the mix.
Arsene Wenger may have finally banished his hoodoo against Jose Mourinho but was in no mood to engage in verbal sparring with his old enemy as they prepare to meet again.
Tottenham stars from throughout the ages came together on Thursday night to see the premiere of a film commemorating their 118-year stay at White Hart Lane. 'The Lane' is a one-hour documentary capturing the vivid life of Spurs' former home as it undergoes redevelopment into a new 61,000-capacity stadium. The film will premiere to British audiences on December 16 at 9pm on BT Sport 1.
GRAHAM POLL: Simon Mignolet should have been sent off for his first-half assault on Mame Biram Diouf in Liverpool’s 3-0 win at Stoke. The tackle alone warranted a red card.
Mauricio Pochettino has defended his decision to publish a book chronicling Tottenham's 2016-17 season amid a slump in form in the Premier League.
Real Madrid are preparing to pay Athletic Bilbao £17million to trigger the release clause of highly-rated goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga. Los Blancos want to sign the stopper in January.
Javier Mascherano believes his career at Barcelona is coming to an end, seven years after joining the Catalan club from Liverpool. The 33-year-old hinted at a possible move next term.
Antoine Griezmann has 'asked' Barcelona to trigger his £87m release clause at Atletico Madrid. The French striker is looking to resolve his future in a swift and efficient manner.
Bayern are being managed by Jupp Heynckes until the end of the season, after they fired Carlo Ancelotti in October, and they are now looking for a permanent successor.
Former England stars Steven Gerrard, Rio Ferdinand and Frank Lampard this week cited club rivalries for their collective failure to live up to their potential at international level. But Manchester City full-back Walker claims things are very different now, with manager Gareth Southgate fostering a togetherness he believes stands them in good stead ahead of next summer's World Cup.
Former featherweight kingpin Jose Aldo gets a chance to exact revenge on reigning champion Max Holloway in the main event after No 1 contender Frankie Edgar was forced to withdraw through injury.
Brighton manager Chris Hughton, the only black manager in the Premier League, is backing calls for legislation similar to the NFL's Rooney Rule to aid black and ethnic minority coaches.
The La Liga giants' protracted interest in Coutinho resulted in them tabling three offers in the summer — all of which were knocked back by Liverpool.
The Brazilian forward joined Paris Saint-Germain for a world record £198million in the summer but his exit has not had a damaging effect on results at the Nou Camp.
The hype surrounding Tiger Woods' return to tournament golf after 10 months out following spinal fusion surgery reached giddy levels after the 14-time major champion made a strong start at the Hero World Challenge. Woods, playing in the unoffical PGA Tour event in the Bahamas that benefits his own charitable foundation, had tried to set low expectations with the admission he was 'winging it' in his first tournament since February. But after smoking his first drive fully 30 yards past USPGA champion Justin Thomas, who is himself one of the game's longest hitters, things went into overdrive.
Less than 24 hours after recording a timely away win at Stoke on Wednesday night, Liverpool's first-team were back in training at Melwood. With the high-octane Christmas schedule fast approaching, Jurgen Klopp was keen to get his players back in doing the hard yards ahead of the weekend trip to Brighton.
Hadleigh Parkes will make his debut for Wales against South Africa on the day he qualifies for the nation. The native New Zealander and Scarlets centre, 30, is eligible for Wales on Saturday.
Powerful prop Tendai Mtawarira has been ruled out of South Africa's clash against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday. Mtawarira - nicknamed the 'Beast' - is sidelined due to a groin injury.
New South Wales captain Boyd Cordner says Australia must put the shackles on Sam Burgess if they are to avoid a shock defeat by England in the World Cup final.
After picking up just their second win of the Championship season last weekend, Sunderland's first team were in buoyant mood as they trained on Thursday. Sunderland overcame Burton Albion 2-0 last Saturday to lift them off the bottom of the table and give Chris Coleman his first win as manager of the Black Cats.
The Gunners have been watching the 21-year-old central midfielder for over a year whilst Italian giants AC Milan and Juventus have also been monitoring him closely.
Antonio Rudiger may have bagged the winner in Chelsea's victory over Swansea on Wednesday evening but the defender didn't have it all his own way at Stamford Bridge.
Antonio Rudiger may have bagged the winner in Chelsea's victory over Swansea on Wednesday but the defender didn't have it all his own way at Stamford Bridge.
A fight between Joshua and Parker would be a heavyweight title unification bout, between the British IBO, IBF and WBA holder, and the WBO champion from New Zealand.
Djokovic hired Agassi in May to work with him at the grand slams but has been without a touring coach since splitting from long-time mentor Marian Vajda the same month.
UFC president White fears McGregor may never fight again. The Irishman has been inactive in the octagon since winning the lightweight championship by beating Eddie Alvarez in November 2016.
Ink-redible! Holloway given first tattoo by son Will as QPR boss admits he is 'chuffed to beans' he made it through three-hour session
He's just got Instagram
Sam's their man! Allardyce is finally announced as Everton's new manager... as he signs £6m-a-year deal
He says he's 'enthused and energised' by task
No rest for Klopp's men as Liverpool train at Melwood less than 24 hours after Stoke win
It's all eyes on Brighton as they look to keep pace with the top four
Wood you believe it! Golf legend Tiger back on the course following surgery as he makes strong start in Bahamas
American finished -3 on return to the course
Snow patrol! First team come under attack from academy at Sunderland as winter conditions hit the North East
Players even built a snowman on Thursday
Should England recall Ben Stokes for the Ashes?
Now share your opinion
'England feels like club football now!' Walker hopeful camaraderie can inspire World Cup success in Russia
They find out their group opponents on Friday
Welcome to The Dyche! Burnley boss will have local pub named in his honour if he leads them to Europe
The owners promised to change their name
England prepare for bouncer blitz in the nets ahead of the second Ashes Test in Adelaide
James Anderson says England are ready for a short-ball barrage
Rudiger calls out Nike as he reveals nasty foot injury after scoring winner against Swansea
Antonio Rudiger bagged the winner but didn't have it all his own way
Barca stars including Messi and Suarez receive brand new cars from sponsor Audi
The Catalans received their Audis a week after fierce rivals Real Madrid
Australia pace bowler Starc sets the tone in nets as he forces Khawaja to take cover
Australia ramped up their preparation for the second Test in Adelaide
Ronaldo Jnr scores perfectly struck free kick as proud father praises his son's skills: 'Nothing is coincidence'
Ronaldo Snr shared a video clip on Instagram
Sanches loan at Swansea goes from bad to worse as he passes straight to an advertising hoarding!
Thought Carabao logo was a player
PSG stars Neymar and Cavani clash AGAIN over penalty duties in win against Troyes
Edinson Cavani eventually got his way but missed the penalty
Rooney nets from own half to complete Everton hat-trick as new boss Allardyce watches on
The Toffees brushed West Ham aside 4-0 at Goodison Park
'God, what have I done wrong? I am not a bad man': Ex-England boss Taylor opened up on World Cup failure, Gazza and THAT documentary
Spoke before his death
Alli and Pogba compete in adidas showdown following the launch of new flagship Predator boot
There was a stare-off and a quiz - but who won?
Icardi 'is happy' at Inter Milan according to his wife and agent but she admits that 'no one knows the future'
Wanda Nara spoke after links with Real Madrid
'For sure I made a mistake': Conte says sorry to officials after being sent to stands for screaming in ref's face
His side beat Swansea 1-0 at Stamford Bridge
Music and YouTube sensation Big Shaq throws controller in frustration while playing FIFA 18 against Welbeck
Hilarity ensued when Big Shaq faced star
Young ribs Premier League following Watford double: 'You're not taking those away from me'
Strike against Brighton was given as own goal
'To have my achievements downplayed by someone who didn't achieve half as much is distasteful'
Fury hits back at Eubank
The little emperor: Mayweather boasts he is being paid £2m for 'luxury vacation' in China
Also shot down 'fake' claims he will fight again
Messi and Neymar's friendship is 'tense' after former Barcelona star posed for picture with Ronaldo at Best FIFA Awards
Gone downhill
Gattuso rallies Milan players in unveiling as he calls for winning spirit: 'I never even want to lose table football against my son'
Gritty attitude
Stokes greeted by his mum and dad after landing in New Zealand as England star preps for competitive return
He received a warm embrace from his mother
New Everton boss Allardyce admits players' 'confidence has been drained'
Arrived at club to be unveiled as their latest manager
Russia unveil retro-style poster for World Cup 2018... but how does it stack up against previous versions?
Football's greatest tournament
Root touches down with his England team in Adelaide airport ahead of second Ashes Test against Australia
Can they bounce back from defeat?
Zouma reveals he was banned from Manchester United star Pogba's house after a game of Uno turned sour: 'He was so angry!'
Firm friends again now
Arsenal boss Wenger teaches his players to knit... but one star couldn't get the hang of it as Gunners release spoof video
Charity fun
Mayweather 'training like a maniac in the gym' as boxing icon considers another return
Floyd Mayweather may perform yet another retirement U-turn
Buffon wins Serie A Best Player award as Juventus dominate star-studded ceremony
Legendary stopper adds to his huge silverware collection in Milan
Silva makes a splash! Toure and Ederson throw Bernardo in the pool at City recovery session
The hilarious prank was filmed by Sterling
Ronaldo is finally honoured with look-alike bust... after previous attempt at Madeira airport failed to impress
New bust unveiled at the Real Madrid museum
Liverpool stars disguise themselves in club shop but undercover prank backfires
Young fan criticised star to his face
Now the Aussies are REALLY laughing at us! Bairstow's headbutt was 'a bit weird', says Bancroft
Left his captain in stitches at press conference
Liverpool stars and WAGs attend Milner's charity ball as Klopp and wife Ulla show support
The event - titled The Lost World - was a fundraiser for the charity
Hazard lends his support to compatriot Goffin... but Belgium are unable to stop France from winning Davis Cup
Won their 10th title
Chelsea legends Cole and Essien stun fans by bringing Premier League trophy to New York for a screening of club's game at Liverpool
Massive surprise
Jones named Coach of the Year at the World Rugby Awards
But England boss Eddie Jones wanted to pass the credit for his success onto his players
'I didn't want to sit and have a beer with them': Ferdinand, Lampard and Gerrard admit Premier League rivalries held back golden generation
Failed with England
Now that's a stadium! Stunning images reveal Ras Abu Aboud design for 2022 World Cup
The 40,000-seat arena is to be constructed using shipping containers
Incredible scenes in USA as Auburn fans completely cover field as win sparks pitch invasion in 87,000-seater stadium
They won in Iron Bowl
'The best spot in town': Ronaldo unwinds at swanky restaurant with girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez after Real win
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrated in style
Premier League clubs back Rainbow Laces campaign with themed stadiums and armbands in support of the anti-homophobia message
Plenty of support
Dortmund made to regret Twitter post after throwing away four-goal lead... with Aubameyang sent off in 4-4 draw
Aubameyang was sent off after scoring
Bellew dubs Fury 'Stavros Flatley lookalike' and calls out heavyweight as former world champion signs deal with MTK Global
Trash talk has started
'Six weeks of focus and rehab... bring it on': Haye posts photo of nasty-looking arm injury that forced him to pull out of Bellew rematch
Road to recovery
You won't have a problem finding this in the car park, Razor! Ruddock picks up wife in car with huge pic of his face down the side
Arrived in style
'Balotelli got sent off and threw his boot through the TV': City's kitman for 17 years Chapman lifts lid on dressing room secrets
Has some brilliant stories
Barcelona's Golden Boy Messi picks up European top scorer award for the fourth alongside his family
Argentine netted 37 La Liga goals last season
It's Sergio Ramask! Real defender wears face protector in training after breaking his nose against rivals Atletico
Gareth Bale was also in action after injury
Fergie makes the most of retirement as he goes shopping with wife while on holiday in Miami
Former Manchester United boss is soaking up some winter sun
Joshua 'riding the wave' as he takes a break from training to try out bodyboarding
The heavyweight champ has certainly made a splash in Dubai
Sinan Bytyqi was being watched by Guardiola and impressed on loan until a heart defect forced him to retire... now he's a scout for City
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
Bottoms up! Atalanta defender Caldara strips down to his underwear after thrashing Everton in Europa League
He had every reason to celebrate at Everton
The return of an icon: Kaka paraded on San Siro pitch at half time of AC Milan's 5-1 win over Austria Vienna
Kaka made appearance at his former club
Englishman Potter leads Ostersund to Europa League last 32
Underdogs Ostersund booked their place in the round of 32 for the first time in their history
Not a bad present! Ronaldo and Madrid team-mates given brand new luxury Audi sports car after hefty 6-0 Champions League win
Given new sports car
'They've so much love and belief in me but I haven't done anything yet': Palace star Zaha explains what it means to play for Ivory Coast
Palace star opens up
Fury jokes he's in the 'shape of his life' as he trains with Hatton
Ricky 'The Hitman' humorously claims both he and Fury are in the 'shape of their lives'
The real Money Man? Neymar shows off Mayweather jacket
£200m PSG star Neymar once again showed his willingness to stand out from the crowd
Haye trains with his arm in a cast and insists he WILL be fit for Bellew rematch in 2018
He apologised for postponing his Tony Bellew rematch
Schweinsteiger and Ivanovic are expecting a baby... with tiny Adidas trainers to prove it!
Retired tennis star and United midfielder got married last year
On top of the world: Joshua is put through his paces on helipad at Burj Al Arab in Dubai
Most people go to Dubai for some sun, sea and relaxation
Buffon surprises fan following clash with Barcelona... by giving him his shorts
It's commonplace for footballers to hand over shirts... less so shorts
Date night! Ronaldo poses with girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez after reaching 100 European goals for Real
Romantic night out for the couple
Akinfeev ends 11 years of hurt by keeping a clean sheet while Bayern protest against ticket prices
Champions League things you missed
Hari Kehill, Sesk Fabreqas and Villian... Chelsea stars as you've never seen them before in Qarabag programme
There were some interesting names
Cantona shaves off locks as he returns to famous bald look ahead of Manchester United anniversary
Nearing 25th anniversary of his move to United
Sevilla coach Berizzo 'told players he had cancer during half-time team talk' that inspired fightback from 3-0 down against Liverpool
Battling prostate cancer
Broad reveals tools of fast bowling trade... but it'll cost you at least £580 to look like him!
Star posted a picture of his immaculate locker on social media
'When you think you have moves, but realise that you're just a fat mess': Fury shows off dodgy dancing during work out session
Moves like Jabba
Bolasie finally returns to Everton first team training after 11 months out with knee injury
Everton have been boosted by the long-awaited return of winger
He's one Mbappe chappy! PSG ace gifted Ninja Turtles mask by his team-mates
Kylian Mbappe appears to have bonded with the rest of the squad
Lampard shines as Champions League pundits Gerrard, Scholes, Ferdinand and Lineker play cricket
They caught the bug ahead of the Ashes
PSG boss Emery is forced to defend Neymar after Brazilian was spotted partying as his side train
Neymar has been seen out late in London
Hamilton joins Globo Gym Purple Cobras and Ben Stiller for charity Dodgeball reunion in New York
White Goodman's after F1 world champion
Bouncing back: Ramos shares photo of his healing nose as Real leader says he taking recovery 'step by step'
Nose was smashed in Madrid derby
For the most part this season, Barcelona have been first to everything when it comes to Spanish football. They are top of La Liga, having not lost a league game all season, and eight points above rivals Real Madrid, who occupy fourth place. But Ernesto Valverde's players haven't had it all their way. They have had to wait a week before club sponsor Audi got round to delivering brand new cars to them - seven days after their Madrid rivals got theirs.
Alan Pardew wrapped up warm on Thursday afternoon as he oversaw his West Brom side in training for the first time since replacing Tony Pulis this week. And Pardew will be hoping he can get his underachieving squad to hit the ground running ahead of his opening game against former employers Crystal Palace. Pulis was sacked last week after a 4-0 home defeat by Chelsea saw the Baggies edge ever closer to the Premier League drop zone.
Paris Saint-Germain boss Unai Emery has refused to be drawn on speculation over the future of Angel Di Maria. The Argentine has cut a frustrated figure of late after being subbed off against Troyes.
Cazorla revealed on Wednesday he had undergone a ninth operation on the achilles tendon he damaged last year. It raised new fears for the career of the Spain international.
Zinedine Zidane's side are the first European club to defend the trophy since its inception in 2000, as the only team to have won back to back Champions League titles in its current format.
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud has admitted that he has found life tough outside manager Arsene Wenger's Premier League starting XI this season having yet to start a game in the top flight so far.
Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson feels Premier League clubs are turning to experienced English managers because they know it gives them an advantage of avoiding relegation.
Sterling maintained his recent habit of scoring in the closing moments — this time six minutes into injury time — as the Premier League leaders snatched a 2-1 victory over Southampton.
Cesc Fabregas believes Antonio Conte's tinkering will only benefit Chelsea. Head coach Conte rotated his side for Wednesday's 1-0 Premier League win over Swansea. Cesar Azpilicueta was rested in the Premier League for the first time under Conte, ending a run of 74 successive league starts since December 2015, while Eden Hazard was relegated to the substitutes' bench.
Cavani was hauled to the ground by Troyes midfielder Karim Azamoum just before half time and referee Jerome Brisard pointed to the spot. The Uruguay international staked his claim to take the spot kick but the Parisians' world-record signing appeared to have other ideas.
Roy Hodgson insists Crystal Palace’s trip to the Hawthorns should be as much about him as it is new West Bromwich Albion manager Alan Pardew.
Valencia are keen on Everton striker Sandro Ramirez. The 22-year-old joined Everton from Malaga for £5.2m in the summer and much was expected of the former Barcelona graduate.
Swansea's goal drought continued at Chelsea on Wednesday as a 1-0 loss saw them fail to score for the fourth successive game. They have had only 24 attempts on target in 14 league games.
The 20-year-old Portugal midfielder has endured a torrid time in south Wales since joining on a season-long deal from Bayern Munich in August.
Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce wants to start December with a bang when his side travel to Leeds on Friday.
New assistant boss Jewell brings with him a wealth of experience from his spells at the likes of Bradford, Sheffield Wednesday, Wigan, Derby and Ipswich, who he left in October 2012.
In August, Conor McGregor was one half of one of the richest fights in boxing history. Three months on, there are concerns he may never fight again. Having risen to the top of the UFC, the Irishman took on his ultimate challenge – a boxing clash with former five-weight world champion Floyd Mayweather. The money-spinning Las Vegas showdown capped a remarkable rise for the MMA star, who was still collecting benefits in his native Dublin as late at 2013.
Tyson Fury has responded to Chris Eubank Senior by labelling his 'apprentice' barb as 'disrespectful' and 'distasteful' in an Instagram video. The 29-year-old received criticism from the former two-weight world champion earlier this week when Eubank told talkSPORT Fury never learned how to properly fight.
Williams is currently on honeymoon on a private island in the Bahamas with husband Alexis Ohanian, the two of them having tied the knot after the birth of their daughter Alexis Olympia.
Peter Handscomb is making no allowances for his friendship with Jonny Bairstow as he plans further mental disintegration for his Yorkshire team-mate in the Ashes.
Steve Rhodes has been relieved of his England coaching duties at the Under 19 World Cup after Worcestershire opened a disciplinary investigation into his role as their director of cricket.
Former world No 1 is expected to fly out to Miami to begin a training block this weekend as he steps up preparations for his scheduled return to action at Brisbane in the New Year.
EXCLUSIVE: George North will return home at the end of this season in order to take advantage of the career peak ahead and enhance his quest to join the exclusive club of Test centurions.
Sedbergh have shot to the top of the SOCS Daily Mail Schools Trophy after two wins in five days. The unbeaten Cumbrians are now in poll position to win the competition for the first time.
Sportsmail's racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips ahead of Friday's meetings at Newbury, Southwell, Doncaster and Chelmsford City.
The six-year-old has not raced since that outstanding performance at Santa Anita three years ago after a tendon injury led to his premature retirement.
For most people, December is a time to relax, eat to your heart's content and watch festive films like Die Hard. But that outlook does not apply where the Premier League is concerned. Christmas and New Years brings more action, not less, and the month can often define a team's entire season. There can be tough travel and harder games. So how does each team fare over December? Sportsmail has taken a look at their slate of fixtures and analysed who has it simple and which teams face rough months.
Sportsmail columnist Martin Keown is back to answer more of your questions ahead of the next round of Premier League action, and has views on all the latest action in the top-flight.
The England winger's 96th minute winner against Southampton secured yet another three points for Pep Guardiola's men to retain their eight-point lead at the top of the Premier League.
Burnley's win at Bournemouth on Wednesday night lifted them into the top six in the Premier League, above Tottenham Hotspur, and Sean Dyche's team are there on merit.
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