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A fifth Champions League semi-final loss proves hard to take for Chelsea and their inspirational leader John Terry, writes Ben Smith

England manager Roy Hodgson says Tottenham defender Kyle Walker is doubtful for the World Cup because of a pelvic injury.

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho says just one minute changed the face of their 3-1 Champions League semi-final defeat by Atletico Madrid.

Jose Mourinho says keeper Thibaut Courtois, on loan at Atletico Madrid from Chelsea, played a key role in the Blues’ European exit.

The social media campaign against racism in support of Barcelona’s Dani Alves was planned in advance by Neymar.

The Women’s Super League Continental Cup group stage kicked off with a goalless draw between Liverpool and Everton.

Atletico Madrid come from behind to beat Chelsea and set up a meeting with city rivals Real in the Champions League final.

FC Halifax beat Cambridge in the first leg of their Conference Premier play-off semi-final with Cambridge.

Jim Goodwin says St Mirren aim to hold on to seventh place after admitting the Buddies have fallen short on their ambitions.

Long-serving Portadown boss Ronnie McFall is offered a new two-year contract to remain in charge at Shamrock Park.

Bayern Munich’s embarrassing Champions League exit has given the search for the next Manchester United manager a fresh twist

Bayern Munich’s embarrassing Champions League exit has given the search for the next Manchester United manager a fresh twist

The Scottish FA is in negotiations with its English counterpart over a potential friendly later this year.

The Scottish FA is in negotiations with its English counterpart over a potential friendly later this year.

Jonny Wilkinson is on a five-man short list for this year’s European Player of the Year – an award he won in 2013.

Jonny Wilkinson is on a five-man short list for this year’s European Player of the Year – an award he won in 2013.

The NBA’s decisive action over racist comments by a team owner offers lessons that football urgently needs to follow, writes John Amaechi

The NBA’s decisive action over racist comments by a team owner offers lessons that football urgently needs to follow, writes John Amaechi

Kilmarnock will face no further action following the SPFL’s investigation into allegations of forgery on a contract.

Kilmarnock will face no further action following the SPFL’s investigation into allegations of forgery on a contract.

Wigan are fined £40,000 for breaching the FA’s Football Agents Regulations when signing Marc-Antoine Fortune last July.

Wigan are fined £40,000 for breaching the FA’s Football Agents Regulations when signing Marc-Antoine Fortune last July.

Wales manager Chris Coleman says Gareth Bale has silenced his doubters after helping Real Madrid reach the Champions League final.

Wales manager Chris Coleman says Gareth Bale has silenced his doubters after reaching the Champions League final.

Northampton centre Luther Burrell says he does not feel a proven England player, despite his starring Six Nations role.

Northampton centre Luther Burrell says he does not feel a proven England player, despite his starring Six Nations role.

Valencia need another successful comeback to overcome Spanish rivals Sevilla and reach the Europa League final.

Juventus defender Leonardo Bonucci says winning the Europa League would make the Italian club one of the best in Europe.

Bournemouth lose £15.3m in the financial year ending July 2013, the season in which they were promoted to the Championship.

Bournemouth lose £15.3m in the financial year ending July 2013, the season in which they were promoted to the Championship.

Dean Keates is offered a new contract by Wrexham but former Liverpool defender Stephen Wright is released by the Conference Premier club.

Dean Keates is offered a new contract by Wrexham but former Liverpool defender Stephen Wright is released by the Conference Premier club.

Tottenham winger Andros Townsend will miss the World Cup after being ruled out for up to 10 weeks with an ankle injury.

Tottenham winger Andros Townsend will miss the World Cup after being ruled out for up to 10 weeks with an ankle injury.

Birmingham City manager Lee Clark says that staying in the Championship would reward the faith of their fans.

Birmingham City manager Lee Clark says that staying in the Championship would reward the faith of their fans.

Dan Walker and guests preview the last round of fixtures as an extraordinary Premier League season draws to an end.

Spanish police say they have arrested a spectator suspected of throwing a banana at Barcelona’s Brazilian footballer Dani Alves in a match last week.

Spanish police say they have arrested a spectator suspected of throwing a banana at Barcelona’s Brazilian footballer Dani Alves in a match last week.

A meeting between the Welsh Rugby Union’s full board and the four Welsh regions on Wednesday is called off.

Neil Lennon should delay ambitions to manage in England until he seals a domestic treble, according to Norwich’s Robert Snodgrass.

Neil Lennon should delay ambitions to manage in England until he seals a domestic treble, according to Norwich’s Robert Snodgrass.

England coach Roy Hodgson will announce his squad for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil on Monday, 12 May.

England coach Roy Hodgson will announce his squad for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil on Monday, 12 May.

Carlisle boss Graham Kavanagh says he is preparing for League Two, after Tuesday’s draw at Crawley all but relegated them.

Carlisle boss Graham Kavanagh says he is preparing for League Two, after Tuesday’s draw at Crawley all but relegated them.

London Irish are set to sign New Zealand fly-half Chris Noakes from Super Rugby’s Blues.

Tottenham say it is “wholly inaccurate” they have contacted Ajax over the availability of coach Frank de Boer.

Tottenham say it is “wholly inaccurate” they have contacted Ajax over the availability of coach Frank de Boer.

Cyrille Regis says an anti-racism campaign inspired by Dani Alves should not detract from the issue’s seriousness.

Cyrille Regis says an anti-racism campaign inspired by Dani Alves should not detract from the issue’s seriousness.

Wales number eight Dan Baker signs a three-year contract with the Ospreys to keep him at the region until 2017.

Wales number eight Dan Baker signs a three-year contract with the Ospreys to keep him at the region until 2017.

Redevelopment of Ashton Gate, where Bristol will play from next season, will finally get under way on Monday.

Redevelopment of Ashton Gate, where Bristol will play from next season, will finally get under way on Monday.

Everton believe they have identified a site within the city boundaries of Liverpool on which to build a new stadium.

Everton believe they have identified a site within the city boundaries of Liverpool on which to build a new stadium.

Cardiff Blues’ former Pontypridd stalwart Dale McIntosh doubts ex-WRU chief David Moffett’s proposed fifth region plan.

Cardiff Blues’ former Pontypridd stalwart Dale McIntosh doubts ex-WRU chief David Moffett’s proposed fifth region plan.

BBC Sport counts down 100 of the greatest World Cup moments, as the 2014 tournament in Brazil draws nearer.

BBC Sport counts down 100 of the greatest World Cup moments, as the 2014 tournament in Brazil draws nearer.

Captain John Terry says the Chelsea squad get “better year after year” as they prepare for their Champions League semi-final tie against Atletico Madrid.

Captain John Terry says the Chelsea squad get “better year after year” as they prepare for their Champions League semi-final tie against Atletico Madrid.

Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale says reaching the Champions League final shows why he swapped Tottenham for Spain.

Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale says reaching the Champions League final shows why he swapped Tottenham for Spain.

Callum Harriott scores twice to help secure Charlton’s Championship safety as they beat 10-man Watford at The Valley.

Callum Harriott scores twice to help secure Charlton’s Championship safety as they beat 10-man Watford at The Valley.

Cristiano Ronaldo claims the record for the most goals in a Champions League campaign in Real Madrid’s victory over Bayern.

Cristiano Ronaldo claims the record for the most goals in a Champions League campaign in Real Madrid’s victory over Bayern.

All you need to know about promotion, relegation and the race for Europe in England and Scotland’s football leagues

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho criticises “philosophers” who have questioned his side’s tactics in recent matches.

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho criticises “philosophers” who have questioned his side’s tactics in recent matches.

Sale director of rugby Steve Diamond says an England recall for Danny Cipriani is a “no-brainer” because of his form.

Sale director of rugby Steve Diamond says an England recall for Danny Cipriani is a “no-brainer” because of his form.

Real Madrid sail into their first Champions League final since 2002 with a stunning 5-0 aggregate victory over holders Bayern Munich.

Real Madrid sail into their first Champions League final since 2002 with a stunning 5-0 aggregate victory over holders Bayern Munich.

Captain John Terry is fit for Chelsea’s Champions League semi-final against Atletico Madrid but Petr Cech is out.

Jose Mourinho says he wants to be the Chelsea manager “forever”, but admits the club will ultimately decide his fate.

Jose Mourinho says he wants to be the Chelsea manager “forever”, but admits the club will ultimately decide his fate.

England rugby union captain Chris Robshaw attends a very different training session, with the GB wheelchair rugby team.

England rugby union captain Chris Robshaw attends a very different training session, with the GB wheelchair rugby team.

Sale Sharks fly-half Danny Cipriani says he is trying to turn his life around and hopes his form will warrant a recall to the England team.

Sale Sharks fly-half Danny Cipriani says he is trying to turn his life around and hopes his form will warrant a recall to the England team.

Bristol director of rugby Andy Robinson tells BBC Points West his son Olly will prosper at the club, after signing a two-year deal from Moseley.

Bristol director of rugby Andy Robinson tells BBC Points West his son Olly will prosper at the club, after signing a two-year deal from Moseley.

Everton Ladies aim to beat Liverpool for the second time in a week, when the teams meet in the League Cup on Wednesday.

Everton Ladies aim to beat Liverpool for the second time in a week, when the teams meet in the League Cup on Wednesday.

A Polish football fan is momentarily set on fire after police douse a flare he is holding with pepper spray.

A Polish football fan is momentarily set on fire after police douse a flare he is holding with pepper spray.

Exeter Chiefs winger Jack Nowell is to have knee surgery and will miss England’s forthcoming tour of New Zealand.

Exeter Chiefs winger Jack Nowell is to have knee surgery and will miss England’s forthcoming tour of New Zealand.

Captain Dan Braid will miss Sale’s final two Premiership matches after undergoing a minor operation on his knee.

Captain Dan Braid will miss Sale’s final two Premiership matches after undergoing a minor operation on his knee.

Bristol boss Andy Robinson signs his son, Olly, from Moseley along with Edinburgh’s Ross Rennie and Worcester’s Chris Brooker.

Bristol boss Andy Robinson signs his son, Olly, from Moseley along with Edinburgh’s Ross Rennie and Worcester’s Chris Brooker.

Former Southampton midfielder Matt Oakley tells BBC Late Kick Off South, South West, West that he expects manager Mauricio Pochettino to leave the club if Tottenham come calling.

Former Southampton midfielder Matt Oakley tells BBC Late Kick Off South, South West, West that he expects manager Mauricio Pochettino to leave the club if Tottenham come calling.

London Wasps sign Samoa international back Alapati Leiua for the 2014-15 season from New Zealand club rugby.

London Wasps sign Samoa international back Alapati Leiua for the 2014-15 season from New Zealand club rugby.

Worcester Warriors sign Gloucester hooker Dan George and Leicester prop Ryan Bower for next season.