Roy Hodgson accepts he has a challenge to overcome at the heart of England’s defence, but tempting back John Terry is not a solution that has seriously crossed his mind.

Alex Ferguson says Manchester United’s famed refusal to give in is the reason he believes they will win the Premier League.

France head coach Marc Lievremont today predicted an explosive start to his side’s RBS 6 Nations opener against Scotland tomorrow.

Stephen Ferris has emphasised the importance of goal-kicking for Ulster as they bit to recover from losing a game they should have won in the Magner's League at home to Edinburgh.