Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp today admitted he would jump at the chance of managing England should Fabio Capello leave the post following the Three Lions’ World Cup debacle.

ITALY must brace themselves for intense Celtic passion on and off the field when they meet the Republic of Ireland in Dublin on Saturday, midfielder Daniele De Rossi has said.

AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti believes Cristiano Ronaldo was the worthy winner of the Ballon d’Or.

Roberto Donadoni has been named as the new coach of the Italian national team.

Italy winger Nicola Mazzucato insists his side will “fight like warriors” against Ireland and look to build on their momentous victory over Scotland a fortnight ago.