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UK football fans to return to some stadiums when lockdown lifts
Up to 4,000 spectators will be allowed to attend outdoor sporting events in the lowest-risk areas of England.
Infographic: The life of Diego Maradona
The life and career of Argentine football legend Diego Maradona, who has died at the age of 60.
In Pictures: Grief and shock over Maradona’s death
Stunned fans across Argentina mourn the death of their hero, one of the best ever to play the game.
FIFA bans African football head for five years over ethics probe
Confederation of African Football head Ahmad Ahmad banned for financial misconduct following investigation, FIFA says.
All you need to know about Hamilton’s F1 record in 500 words
British ace clinches seventh F1 title at Turkish Grand Prix, now level with Michael Schumacher on championships.
English FA chairman resigns after ‘unacceptable’ racism storm
Greg Clarke made several controversial statements while talking to a UK parliamentary committee about diversity issues.
Pakistan Cricket Board gets its first female director
Alia Zafar, a human resources executive, has been named as one of the four independent directors on the cricket board.
‘Sportwashing’: Saudi to host F1 race amid human rights concerns
F1 to make Saudi debut in 2021; activists want people to 'consider speaking out about human rights situation'.
UFC lightweight champion Khabib retires after beating Gaethje
Khabib Nurmagomedov chokes Justin Gaethje unconscious to retain title, announces retirement following father's death.
Kapil Dev: Indian cricket legend recovering after heart surgery
The 61-year-old suffered a heart attack but is now in a stable condition, hospital says.
Aguero will not face action for touching female assistant referee
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero confronted Sian Massey-Ellis over her decision to award a throw-in.
Czech police detain 20 in football corruption probe
Deputy Czech FA head Roman Berbr among 20 arrested in case centred on alleged match-fixing in second, third divisions.
Roland Garros: Teenager Iga Swiatek wins French Open
Polish teenager defeats Sofia Kenin 6-4, 6-1 to become her country's first Grand Slam singles title winner.
British football coach sentenced to more prison time for abuse
Barry Bennell, featured in an Al Jazeera investigation, was already serving a 30-year sentence for child abuse.
Mesut Ozil saves Arsenal mascot ‘Gunnersaurus’ from extinction
German playmaker offers to pay wages of giant green dinosaur after man behind mascot was released amid falling revenue.
Match-fixing investigation opened at French Open
First round of women's doubles match in Paris in question after reports of suspicious betting patterns.
Liverpool, Man Utd lick wounds after humiliating defeats
The defending champions let in seven goals against Villa while United was beaten 6-1 by Tottenham.
Serena Williams pulls out of French Open with injury
US tennis star's bid for a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam title cut short in Paris with an injured Achilles' heel.
Pacquiao confirms boxing match with MMA star McGregor next year
Philippine boxing icon says part of the proceeds of the boxing match will go to COVID-19 victims in his country.