Gareth Freeman
European World Cup qualifier play-off round up
The first legs of the European World Cup play-offs took place yesterday (Saturday) and Russia, Portugal and France all take slender advantages into their second legs. Tweet
Trapatonni names Ireland squad to face France
Of the European World Cup play-offs I would argue that the Republic of Ireland’s fixture against France is the pick of the ties. The Irish have shown a great battling spirit in their qualification campaign so far, drawing twice with …
Messi in line for double scoop
Argentine ace and Barcelona star Lionel Messi has had quite a year. After leading Barcelona to an unprecedented treble in the Champions League, La Liga and Copa del Ray he is now up for both the Ballon d’Or (European footballer …
Irish handed toughest test
The European World Cup play-offs were drawn today (October 19) and the Republic of Ireland have drawn 1998 winners France. The Irish will have to beat the French if they are to make it to South Africa and the game …
Didier Drogba's African dream
Chelsea and Côte d’Ivoire striker Didier Drogba has set his sights firmly on World Cup glory with his home nation. The powerful striker, regarded by many as the best frontman in the world, scored the equalising goal that secured the …
Henry in Les Bleus admission
Thierry Henry is a footballer who is not used to failure but France’s place at the World Cup in South Africa next summer is in no way guaranteed. Les Bleus trail group seven leaders Serbia by four points with just …
Maradona hints at exit
Argentina boss and all-round football legend Diego Maradona has hinted he may quit his current post at the end of the qualifying campaign. Argentina lie fifth in the South American World Cup qualifying table and are in real danger of …