DEPRIVED of the injured Thierry Henry and David Trezeguet, France have rarely missed their two leading strikers more than before their final World Cup qualifier against Cyprus.

CYPRUS coach Angelos Anastassiades has called for greater commitment from his team to scupper Ireland’s World Cup hopes.

THE decision of Cyprus coach Angelos Anastassiades to favour Greek-based players over Cypriot ones for their final Group Four qualifiers has ignited controversy on the island.

Switzerland 3 Cyprus 1

THE Republic of Ireland’s World Cup qualifying rivals Cyprus have appointed Angelos Anastassiades as their new coach.