England failed to build on a promising start from their new-look batting line-up as India's spinners restricted them to a modest total in the third match of the one-day series.

England skipper John Terry saluted the performance of Fabio Capello's fringe players after heading a late winner against Germany in the Olympic Stadium.

Scotland must do better if they are to reach the World Cup finals, according to a man who should know, Diego Maradona.

Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni insisted he was still a happy man despite tasting defeat for the first time in the job.

John Toshack praised two of his more experienced players after one of Wales' youngest-ever sides secured a 1-0 victory over Denmark.

Northern Ireland manager Nigel Worthington rounded on his side after the defeat by Hungary in a friendly at Windsor Park, claiming the performance was "embarrassing".

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has confirmed that Theo Walcott will be sidelined for at least three months with a shoulder injury.

World Cup winner Lawrence Dallaglio has backed England coach Martin Johnson's decision not to ring the changes for the clash with South Africa on Saturday.

England forward James Graham was hailed the best prop in the game by veteran Australia front rower Steve Price.

Ricky Hatton insists he would rather get knocked out again by Floyd Mayweather than grow old and bitter about failing to secure a rematch with his nemesis.

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