Docherty appointed Scotland Under-21 head coach

Ollie Watkins has been an Aston Villa legend but it appears his time at the club is nearing a painful end amid interest from Saudi Arabia.

The third stage of the Vuelta a Espana is abandoned because of severe weather and hailstorms in the French Pyrenees.

Ireland head coach Scott Bemand says it is particularly pleasing to name seven uncapped players who impressed in the Women's Interprovincial Championship in his squad for the WXV Global Series.

Barcelona accuse police of using disproportionate force against their fans before Sunday's 5-0 win away at Elche.

Harvey Elliott's position at Liverpool looks uncertain following his absence from the matchday squad at Newcastle on the opening weekend of the Premier League season.

Derek McInnes could be in the stand for his first Old Firm match as Rangers manager after a hearing date of 31 August was set for his appeal against a touchline ban.