Eriksson sues after 'fake Sheikh' sting

Sven-Goran Eriksson is set to pursue legal action against the News of the World for a breach of confidence after his meeting with an undercover reporter in Dubai.

Sven-Goran Eriksson is set to pursue legal action against the News of the World for a breach of confidence after his meeting with an undercover reporter in Dubai.

The England manager told the newspaper reporter – posing as a rich Arab – he would quit as England coach if they win the World Cup this summer, and also made indiscreet comments about his senior players.

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