Republic of Ireland defender Sean St Ledger has said that the lack of atmosphere at the Stade de France will give the ‘Boys in Green’ an advantage in the World Cup play-offs.

THEY say that the Champions League only comes alive when we reach the knock-out phase and that’s surely been truer this campaign than in any season in the past — think back to the dullness and relative lack of importance for the last round of group games.

TRAP or Capello? As far as the Italians are concerned it’s no contest after Saturday’s opening World Cup qualifiers – the only question is the amount of egg there will be on Fabio’s face in Zagreb.

World champions Renault have announced a January launch for the car they hope will retain their titles.

World champions Ferrari admit they are at a loss to solve their dramatic slump in performance this season.

IT took just five minutes for Shane Byrne to realise Ireland could actually beat England in Twickenham a fortnight ago.

AS he watched Ireland’s gallant display against the World Champions on Wednesday night, thoughts of wearing the green shirt once more crossed Roy Keane’s mind.

Josh Lewsey has scored his 14th try in 19 tests for England to increase the World Champions lead against Italy today.

World champions Ferrari will run unbranded cars during their home grand prix in Italy this weekend as a mark of respect to those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks in the United States.

Australian swimming sensation Ian Thorpe has claimed a record-equalling fifth gold medal at the World Champions in Japan.