Ronnie O’Sullivan believes he is capable of winning the remaining three titles of the season even though he could still withdraw from the forthcoming China Open in Beijing.

Fulham’s dramatic 1-0 Intertoto Cup victory against Sochaux last night was soured by confirmation that their Republic of Ireland World Cup star Steve Finnan is injured and will miss the start of the Premiership season.

Mexican ace Rafael Marquez could become one of the most expensive transfers once these World Cup Finals are over - so he needs to be a confident young man.