Rio Ferdinand has come out in defence of Raheem Sterling after the Liverpool youngster only started on the bench for England's Euro 2016 qualifier with Estonia.

Former Republic of Ireland and Arsenal great Liam Brady believes Jack Wilshere will only improve for club and country after the England midfielder’s impressive return from his injury travails.

Manchester City’s top scorer Sergio Aguero has reiterated his commitment to the club following fresh speculation over his future.

Harry Redknapp hailed his England quartet after they combined to defeat Everton 3-0 and lift Portsmouth off the bottom of the Premier League.