Arteta hails 'huge boost' as Arsenal reach CL semis - but problems remain

Mikel Arteta says reaching the semi-finals of the Champions League is a 'massive boost' for Arsenal despite once again struggling against Sporting on Wednesday.

Papers: Mourinho to replace Howe as Newcastle boss?

The top stories and transfer rumours from Thursday's newspapers...

Bayern knock out Real Madrid in thrilling quarter-final

Bayern Munich scored twice late on to beat Real Madrid 4-3 on the night and knock them out 6-4 on aggregate in a thrilling Champions League quarter-final.

No fire, some fear but Arsenal edge Sporting to reach CL semi-finals

Arsenal could rely on their one-goal aggregate lead to earn them a spot in the Champions League semi-finals against Atletico Madrid after a goalless draw against Sporting at the Emirates.

Arsenal latest: 'He had no chance' - Arteta praises Rice and gives Madueke update

The latest news, transfer talk and gossip from Arsenal.

Man City supporting Semenyo after further racist abuse

Manchester City are understood to be offering Antoine Semenyo support after the forward highlighted further racial abuse he has received this season. 

Dubois: Baumgardner 'most definitely' scared

Caroline Dubois claimed Alycia Baumgardner is “most definitely” scared of fighting her later this year.

'Injury more serious than expected' - Alcaraz withdraws from Barcelona Open

Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Barcelona Open due to a right wrist injury.

Man Utd latest: Who plays at CB against Chelsea with no Maguire or Martinez?

The latest news and gossip from Man Utd this week...

Former England lock Launchbury to retire at end of season

Former England lock Joe Launchbury will retire at the end of the season.

British doubles legend Jamie Murray retires from tennis

"My tennis journey comes to an end" - Jamie Murray, who became the first British doubles player to rise to world No 1, has announced his retirement from tennis.

Azleet enters 1000 Guineas contention after 50-1 Newmarket win

Azleet struck gold in the Group 3 Nell Gwyn Stakes at Newmarket for Stuart Williams on Wednesday

Forest latest: Anderson misses training due to personal reasons

The latest news and gossip in brief from Nottingham Forest...

Maguire to miss Chelsea trip as additional one-game ban issued

Harry Maguire will miss Manchester United's trip to Chelsea after being handed an additional one-match ban for improper conduct.

Could West Brom be punished for PSR breach, will it impact relegation battle?

With West Brom having been charged with an alleged breach of the EFL's Profit and Sustainability (PSR) rules, Sky Sports News' football correspondent Rob Dorsett explains the current situation the Baggies find themselves in.

Live on Sky: Blackburn vs Coventry

'It shouldn't matter how you look' - The impact of body image pressures

"Everyone should feel that they can do whatever they want to their body and look the way that they want to look. And as long as you're happy with it, and as long as you make yourself happy every day, then who cares what anyone else has to say?"

Liverpool fear Ekitike out for at least six months with suspected Achilles injury

Liverpool striker Hugo Ekitike has suffered a suspected Achilles injury and there are fears he could be out for at least six months.

Russell: Mercedes doing work 'behind the scenes' to improve race starts

George Russell says that Mercedes are working hard "behind the scenes" to improve their race starts ahead of Formula 1 season return in Miami in May.

Aston Villa latest: 'Club monitoring Trafford as potential Martinez succesor'

The latest news and gossip in brief from Aston Villa...