Celtic manager Ronny Deila has urged his players to take their league form into the European scene tonight against Astra Giurgiu (8.05pm, live on 3e).

HERE’S one to while away an idle year or two in the pub: select a first eleven from the ranks of Republic of Ireland internationals who have gone on to earn a crust as pundits and analysts on radio and television.

STEAUA BUCHAREST are expected to field at least five internationals for tonight’s Champions League qualifier against Shelbourne, as Oleg Protasov makes his competitive debut as manager of the Romanian champions.

SHELBOURNE manager Pat Fenlon has hinted he will retain a 4-4-2 formation for tomorrow night’s Champions League qualifier against Steaua Bucharest in Dublin, as his team goes in search of a positive result to bring to Romania for the second leg.

The Scottish Football Association have dismissed reports linking Scotland manager Berti Vogts with a move to Olympiakos.