Sean St Ledger is set to continue his rise from TV reality show bad boy to established international defender when the Republic of Ireland face Bulgaria in their pivotal World Cup qualifier on Saturday.

Richard Dunne insists all the pressure will be on Bulgaria when the Republic of Ireland arrive in Sofia for Saturday’s crunch World Cup qualifier.

Manchester City manager Mark Hughes believes the return of striker Valeri Bojinov after serious injury problems is a major boost for the club.

ASHLEY YOUNG is backing Aston Villa to put their recent mini-slump behind them as they resume their bid for a Champions League spot.

MANCHESTER CITY striker Valeri Bojinov has suffered another injury setback and is facing a further six months on the sidelines.

Manchester City striker Valeri Bojinov has suffered another injury setback and is facing a further six months on the sidelines.

Manchester City striker Valeri Bojinov made his comeback for the reserves following a eight-month absence with a knee injury.

Sven-Goran Eriksson has revealed Manchester City striker Valeri Bojinov could return to light training at the end of next month.