Ayr’s long winless run in the Scottish Championship continued with a 1-1 draw against Hamilton.The Hornets have not tasted victory in the league for almost two months now after their run was extended to eight matches on Friday night.Lewis Smith put Hamilton in front late in the first half but Tomi Adeloye headed the hosts level shortly after half time.Adeloye was denied a second goal just ...Full Story »

Bryan Mbeumo’s stoppage-time penalty earned Brentford a dramatic 2-1 Premier League win over Watford.The Bees were trailing to Emmanuel Dennis’ goal with six minutes remaining, but hauled themselves level through Pontus Jansson.Then Mbeumo, deputising from the spot for the Covid-19 hit Ivan Toney, held his nerve to secure a memorable victory.❄❄ @BMbeumo19 ❄ϭ...Full Story »

Leicester continue to monitor their players ahead of Sunday’s game against Newcastle amid a Covid outbreak at the club.Kelechi Iheanacho, Ayoze Perez, Jannik Vestergaard, Daniel Amartey, Ademola Lookman, Filip Benkovic and Vontae Daley-Campbell all missed the defeat to Napoli due to illness or for coronavirus-related reasons.Youri Tielemans returned from a five-match absence with a calf in...Full Story »

Calum Butcher begins a fresh suspension as Dundee United host Livingston in the cinch Premiership.Butcher was handed a three-match ban following a challenge on Celtic’s David Turnbull last weekend, as the United midfielder returned from a two-game suspension.Dylan Levitt is back in training and could return while right-back Liam Smith (knee) and striker Marc McNulty (hamstring) are working...Full Story »

Sheffield United will be without Rhian Brewster when they host QPR at Bramall Lane.Manager Paul Heckingbottom revealed that the striker has suffered “significant damage” to his hamstring tendon and is ruled out.The Blades boss also confirmed that goalkeeper Robin Olsen is still not fit and is unavailable for selection.John Fleck is back in training after collapsing on the pitch durin...Full Story »

Liverpool forward Diogo Jota will be assessed before the visit of Aston Villa having missed some training this week.The Portugal international – along with a number of rested players – did not travel to Milan for the midweek Champions League tie because of a knock sustained at Wolves last weekend.Fellow forward Divock Origi is fit, however, having sat out full training on Thursday as...Full Story »

St Johnstone midfielder Cammy MacPherson is facing a spell on the sidelines with a groin problem.Craig Bryson is available after suspension, while attackers Glenn Middleton and Stevie May are both in contention to return after their recent lay-offs.Murray Davidson could miss out with a knock, while David Wotherspoon is absent with a knee problem.Defender Jack MacKenzie is back fit and available ...Full Story »

Crystal Palace could be boosted by the return of Joel Ward and Joachim Andersen for the visit of Everton.Right-back Ward missed the 1-0 defeat at Manchester United last weekend due to a one-match suspension but is available for Sunday’s Premier League fixture at Selhurst Park.Andersen has been absent since November with a hamstring injury but returned to training this week. The Eagles do s...Full Story »

Reading boss Kelly Chambers has urged her side to “take confidence” from their recent performances when they face Chelsea.The Royals are unbeaten in their last four games, with three wins and a draw, and are currently eighth in the Women’s Super League table.Chambers, who won November’s WSL Manager of the Month award, told the club website: “I think we have to take ...Full Story »

Hearts duo Liam Boyce and Michael Smith have recovered from knocks ahead of the visit of Rangers in the cinch Premiership on Sunday.Midfielder Beni Baningime remains out with a knee injury.However, boss Robbie Neilson hopes to have him back before the Edinburgh derby against Hibernian in the new year.Ryan Jack has been ruled out of the trip to Gorgie.The Gers midfielder, who recently returned fr...Full Story »