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The world junior hockey championship gets going Friday with plenty of top-end talent set to be on display. Future stars in the NHL to suit up at the men’s under-20 tournament in recent years include Connor Bedard, Macklin Celebrini, Lane Hutson and Leo Carlsson. The Canadian Press takes a look at some of the players to watch at this year’s ...

Tributes have been paid to ex-Nottingham Forest and Scotland player John Robertson, who has died at the age of 72 after a battle with Parkinson’s. Daily Express :: Sport Feed

John Robertson has died aged 72, with Nottingham Forest announcing the passing of the double European Cup winner, whom they consider their greatest ever player. Daily Express :: Sport Feed

Mikaela Shiffrin has plenty to celebrate this Christmas. The American skiing standout is off to a perfect start in slalom during the Olympic season — with four wins in four World Cup races. And she’s regaining her form in other disciplines, too, following the two biggest crashes of her career. CBC | Sports News

Lewis Hamilton knows how to have fun away from the pressures of a Formula One racetrack. Daily Express :: Sport Feed

A former Manchester United takeover bidder has returned with a new proposal for the club, describing his offer as a Christmas present. Daily Express :: Sport Feed

COMMENT: It’s time for the Professional Darts Corporation to overhaul one of its biggest events. Daily Express :: Sport Feed

Steve Finn has opened up on a devastating moment he suffered with England’s Ashes team in a toilet. Daily Express :: Sport Feed

Liverpool need to make signings in the January transfer window as Arne Slot’s side struggle to compete for the Champions League spots. Daily Express :: Sport Feed

Express Sport takes a look at the dream scenario for United in the January window. Daily Express :: Sport Feed