Fabio Capello believes John Terry remains one of England’s most important players.

Kirk Broadfoot has agreed a new three-year deal with Rangers which keeps him at the club until 2013, the Clydesdale Bank Premier League champions have announced.

Ireland international Tommy Bowe has opened talks with The Ospreys about an extension to his contract.

The Taoiseach has congratulated the Republic of Ireland football team on what he describes as a courageous performance in Paris last night.

Richard Dunne and Sean St Ledger took full part in Republic of Ireland training this evening at Malahide, and both are fit to face Italy at Croke Park on Saturday.

Steven Gerrard and Fernando Torres are both ruled out of Liverpool’s trip to Sunderland tomorrow with injuries picked up on international duty.

Fabio Capello will remain as England manager for the rest of his career - and has no interest in coaching his native Italy.

Caleb Folan is expected to miss the Republic of Ireland’s friendly against Nigeria at Craven Cottage on Friday.

Jonny Wilkinson is to quit English rugby after signing a deal with Toulon, Newcastle have confirmed.

Ahmed Ajtebi again advertised his skills as Godolphin’s Buzzword ran out a comfortable winner of the Prix La Rochette at Longchamp.

All Bar One and Harvester owner Mitchells & Butlers today reported slowing sales ahead of the first winter for smoking bans in England and Wales.

Ireland coach Eddie O'Sullivan is set to name his starting 15 for Saturday's Six Nations opener against Italy today.

Aston Villa boss Martin O’Neill today ruled himself out of the running to become the new England manager.

The doctor treating Diego Maradona has denied the Argentina legend’s admission to hospital last week was down to a suicide attempt.

Ireland defender Steve Finnan today announced his retirement from international football.

Brazilian giants Flamengo claim they have started negotiations to sign AC Milan striker Ronaldo.

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Ireland's public enemy Number one Mikaera Tewhata has been temporarily suspended by the French rugby federation after his punch on Brian O'Driscoll.

Alan Curbishley confirmed today West Ham are keeping an eye on Argentinian striker Nicolas Mazzola.

Manchester United’s Argentina striker Carlos Tevez has seen his two-match international ban reduced to one on appeal.