Middlesbrough boss Gordon Strachan has today made a triple transfer breakthrough after completing deals for former Celtic trio Barry Robson, Chris Killen, and Republic of Ireland Under-21 international Willo Flood.

PORTSMOUTH manager Harry Redknapp could be set to bring in two new faces as the club prepare to make their UEFA Cup debut.

Tottenham will face Wisla Krakow in the first round of the UEFA Cup.

Wigan striker Julius Aghahowa has signed a three-year deal with Turkish club Kayserispor.

The UEFA Cup first round served up some shocks tonight with Hertha Berlin, Marseille, Schalke and Brondby all bowing out before the group stage.

DERRY CITY are mulling over a difficult decision after landing a plum UEFA Cup first-round clash against French cup holders Paris St Germain in yesterday’s draw in Monaco.

West Ham face a trip to Sicily with a two-legged tie against Palermo in the UEFA Cup first round.

Derry City will face Scottish First Division outfit Gretna in the second qualifying round of the UEFA Cup while Drogheda United must face Start of Norway.

GUINEA’S President Lansana Conte has rewarded the national soccer team with gifts of two tractors and land to show his appreciation after they routed Botswana 4-0 to move to the top of their World Cup qualifying group.