The World Cup holders dare not lose at Hampden on Saturday - but the luck and the momentum are with Alex McLeish's unsung heroes. Posted November 13, 2007 by Domenico Clores
Losing their key defender is a major blow, but the Azzurri still have a brilliant squad capable of achieving a World Cup and Euro double. Posted June 04, 2008 by 101greatgoals.com
Romania and Holland are in the driving seat as two of the competition´s favourites fight to overcome their first match nightmares. Posted June 13, 2008 by BetOnEuro2008.com
They were the best team on the planet two years ago, but the Azzurri have been a massive letdown this summer. Roberto Donadoni must take some of the blame for his tactics and team selection - and will probably pay with his job. Posted June 24, 2008 by 101greatgoals.com
Scotland are in a tough Euro 2008 Group B with Italy, France and the Ukraine, but they could pull off a shock by qualifying for the finals with Italy. Posted March 22, 2007 by Patrick Cook
The new rules adopted by the Italian cabinet will have a chilling effect on football fans - but the mindless evil threatening our game must be combated. Posted February 27, 2007 by Rechavia Berman
Jonny Wilkinson saved the day again with his imperious goalkicking - but lacklustre England have so much to do if they are to make a serious challenge to keep their world crown. Posted February 11, 2007 by Joe Morris
English managers are the first to cop flak when England perform poorly, then the players. But when will the clubs and FA take some responsibility? Posted March 28, 2007 by Patrick Cook
With Maria Sharapova back in the squad (as a practice partner) last year's beaten finalists showed great fighting spirit to win back the trophy. Posted September 17, 2007 by Nick McCarvel
There's no shortage of talent on show in Austria and Switzerland. And with an even field, it could be one of the best tournaments for years. Posted May 24, 2008 by Chester Carrick
It might have been Monty Python-esque as England's Six Nations wheels came off at Twickenham last Saturday. But the Life of Brian (Ashton, that is) is deadly serious as he tries to get the show back on the road. Posted February 08, 2008 by Donna Gee
Team tennis has a special place in the heart of many players, but not all. The Italian Federation have taken a stand. Posted September 30, 2008 by Jay Jarrahi
After England’s slow but steady approach buckled the new attack-at-all-costs French, the Six Nations title is almost Wales's to lose. Their two historically strongest opponents wait... Posted February 27, 2008 by James Mortimer
Four World Cups, numerous European titles and some of the greatest names in the history of the game earn Serie A massimo respect. Posted July 10, 2007 by Rossella Marrai
This transfer window has seen an unprecedented mass exodus of Italian players, but only a few have returned. However, it's not necessarily bad news for football in Italy. Posted September 02, 2007 by Rossella Marrai
The sadness of American tradition and sport is that it has become one big tacky, commercial holiday. Posted November 30, 2008 by Ben Suenaga
Portugal grabbed the 20th and final Rugby World Cup place with a nailbiting win over Uruguay and will fancy their Pool C confrontation with Romania. But they'll find the All Blacks a somewhat different proposition. . . Posted September 02, 2007 by Sports Freak
Australia's football stars are down in the dumps. What they really need is a change of attitude to defeat. Posted February 08, 2007 by Patrick Cook
It's time for the Old Firm to put their own needs to one side to try and help their Scotland players prepare for next month's winner-takes-all clash against Italy. The prize is worth it. Posted October 20, 2007 by we love fitba blog
With two wins under their belt, Warren Gatland's championship hopefuls take on Italy, a side who have been a thorn in their progress over the last couple of years. Could this be another year of the Dragon like 2005? Posted February 23, 2008 by Liz Hinds
Founded in 1898, Ascoli are one of the oldest football clubs in Italy. After an unexpected promotion to Serie A, they could soon find themselves returning to Serie B at the end of this season. Posted December 25, 2006 by Patrick Cook
The World Cup finalists of 2006 are on their way home after finishing bottom in the Group of Death – and their hapless coach has to take the blame. Posted June 20, 2008 by Iestyn Stevens
New Wales coach Warren Gatland believes his men can spring a surprise, Scotland’s Frank Hadden expects big things of his young side and Ireland captain Brian O’Driscoll is banking on a revival. Who will be Rugby Union kings of Europe? Posted January 25, 2008 by Donna Gee
In-form South Africa look most likely to upset New Zealand come the autumn. But will they peak too early? And which other countries are in the mix? Posted May 31, 2007 by Peter Sickle
A look at the two sides to the nature of 'the 'Jewel of Bari'. Posted August 30, 2008 by Ben Suenaga
The former Ballon d’Or and FIFA World Player of the Year has hit a dip in form and confidence. Is this the beginning of the end of one of the finest defenders to grace a football pitch? Posted November 17, 2007 by Domenico Clores
Irish eyes were not smiling as a near full-strength side pipped a fired-up Italian outfit 23-20 on Friday. For the second consecutive match they found themselves bullied up front by the opposition pack. Posted August 26, 2007 by James Mortimer
Just six weeks to go and rugby fans are divided on who will bring home the William Webb Ellis trophy. The Southern Hemisphere giants are hot favourites - but the road to glory is a tough one. Posted July 29, 2007 by Hamish McBrearty
Elvis (Vermeulen, that is) is king as the French win their second championship in a row on points difference. But were they competing on a level playing field? Posted March 18, 2007 by Donna Gee
The first half-dozen matches have produced a lopsided table and a wholly undeserved three points from Inter over Bologna. Posted October 06, 2008 by Ben Suenaga
There is a life after football - but you wouldn't want the Italian Tourist Board to be in control. Posted October 16, 2008 by Ben Suenaga
Can England take France's rugby crown - or will Warren Gatland's arrival spark Wales to a repeat of their 2005 Grand Slam? Can the Irish shake off their World Cup blues, will Scotland continue to improve and are the Italians now the equals of them all? We want YOUR views on the big contest. Posted January 10, 2008 by Sportingo Team