England's Wilshere & Cahill face media ahead of Swiss trip
Scotland prepare to face Germany
Northern Ireland set for Hungary visit
New Premiership rugby season kicks off
Get involved: Hodgson under pressure?
As Lewis Hamilton takes to the track in Monza, why not take a look at the Mercedes driver's latest column?
The 29-year-old reveals how he dealt with the fallout after his collision with team-mate Nico Rosberg at Spa and what he did to take his mind off the controversy.
With Coventry City's return to the Ricoh in mind, we have been asking for your favourite memories of sporting homecomings.
Michael Johnson:, external Stuart Pearce returning to Nottingham Forest in August. I am not a Forest fan but his reception sent shivers down my spine!
As you were more than likely asleep in the wee small hours of the morning, how about we recap the action in the US Open tennis?
Roger Federer saved two match points before beating Gael Monfils to keep alive his hopes of an 18th Grand Slam title.
The Swiss won 4-6 3-6 6-4 7-5 6-2 and will face Croatia's Marin Cilic - who dismantled an out-of-sorts Tomas Berdych in straight sets - in Saturday's semi-finals.
"I still thought the finish line was far away for Gael," said Federer on falling two sets behind.
Image source, Getty ImagesIt's an early start at Monza today with the practice session ahead of the Italian Grand Prix, where Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg resume their battle.
You can follow live text and TV coverage with our F1 team.
The transfer window might have closed but the newspapers are still providing the addicts with their fix of transfer rumours.
The Daily Star claims that Newcastle midfielder Rolando Aarons, 18, is a target for Manchester City and Liverpool after just 39 minutes of Premier League football.
The Times reports that Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has targeted Roma's Dutch international midfielder Kevin Strootman, 24, and Borussia Dortmund's Germany centre-back Mats Hummels, 25, as January signings.
And Metro suggests that Liverpool will step up their interest in Stromsgodset's 15-year-old Norway under-21 international midfielder Martin Odegaard, who has also been linked with Manchester United.
Image source, Daily MailThe Daily Mail is equally vehement about the England manager.
It also reports that Victor Valdes, the former Barcelona goalkeeper, has agreed a move to Liverpool.
Mr Nice Guy has already turned into Mr Angry, according to the Daily Telegraph.
Image source, Daily TelegraphThe Daily Express says Hodgson's angry response comes just as he has warned his players that there will be no more 'Mr Nice Guy' from him.
Image source, Daily ExpressRoy Hodgson's outburst has grabbed the headlines on the back pages of several national newspapers today - with the Daily Mirror's headline claiming the strain is beginning to show on the England coach.
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Image source, Getty ImagesIn case you missed this one yesterday... England boss Roy Hodgson has defended his angry response to criticism of the performance against Norway.
Hodgson reacted furiously when told England only had two shots on target, including Wayne Rooney's penalty, in the 1-0 win at Wembley.
Asked about his prickly demeanour, he said: "Listen, I am entitled to aren't I? When you have questions like 'you only had two shots on target... '"
The Super League season is still not done and dusted, but clubs are already making plans for next season.
Unfortunately for Bradford, that will be in the Championship after their relegation from the top flight. But the Bulls are already preparing for life outside Super League by re-signing former Warrington utility player Matty Blythe.
However, wingers Elliot Kear and Luke George will be leaving Odsal.
Image source, Getty ImagesSo, with Coventry's return in mind, sporting homecomings are going to be our theme. We want to know your favourite memories of heroes waltzing back into town to great acclaim. It could be the glorious return of a team, player or manager.
I'll kick things off. December 1998. Elland Road. England midfielder David Batty making his second Leeds United 'debut'. Fans everywhere grinning from ear-to-ear. Unfortunately he broke a rib in the game and didn't play again for four months, but anyway....
Tweet your homecoming memories to #bbcsportsday or text 81111. Come on (does best Delia Smith impression) let's be having you!
Image source, Getty ImagesCoventry currently lie 15th in League One after five games
Another match is taking place in the West Midlands tonight - and it is one Coventry fans have been dreaming of for a long time. The Sky Blues return home after 503 days away. The League One club had been forced to play their 'home' games in Northampton - a 68-mile round trip for long-suffering supporters - after a dispute between their owners and the stadium's owners.
But the parties have finally kissed and made up - meaning the team are returning to the Ricoh Arena. And tonight it is party time as the Sky Blues host Gillingham.
At a loose end tonight? Fancy watching the next generation (potentially) of England players? Then a former England and Manchester United defender has some advice for you...
Philip Neville:, external England Under 18s vs Holland U18s tonight at Bury FC - if you're free get down and watch - this is a very good age group! 19.30 KO.
Image source, Getty ImagesIt is the news that every sportsman dreads - being told by medical experts that their career is over because of injury.
Unfortunately, Lancashire fast bowler Kyle Hogg, 31, has been forced to retire from cricket because of a severe back injury.
Hogg played an instrumental part in Lancashire's County Championship success in 2011 and was also named their player of the year last season.
Image source, Getty ImagesFormula 1: Italian Grand Prix - practice (09:00 BST)
Cricket: England v India - fifth ODI (10:30 BST)
Football: England news conference (13:30 BST)
Tennis: US Open - women's semi-finals (16:00 BST)
Athletics: Final Diamond League meeting (19:00 BST)
Rugby Union: Premiership season begins (19:45 BST)
And if football isn't your thing then there's Formula 1, cricket, tennis, athletics, rugby union... the list goes on... to keep you entertained. Here's the menu for the day ahead...
Image source, Getty ImagesBungay Town offered fans 5p to attend their home match on Non-League Day last season
While Britain's elite jet off across the globe to play for their countries, and the ones not involved sit back with their feet up, those lower down the football pyramid are busily preparing themselves for the weekend.
You can take advantage by getting involved in Non-League Day - an initiative aimed at boosting crowds. And if you pop along to Suffolk non-league side Bungay Town, then you'll get your hands on a free punnet of mushrooms. Seriously...
Now you see it, now you don't. Just as the glitz and the glamour of the Premier League thrust itself back into our lives, the English top flight has disappeared. As has the Championship. And the entire Scottish football programme.
But don't worry - they will be back. In the meantime, to satisfy your football-induced cravings, we have got plenty of build-up to a festival of international action stretched across the weekend. Welcome to Friday's Sportsday.