euro2008

Shay Okay But Irish Boss Isn't Smiling

Shay Okay But Irish Boss Isn't Smiling

Ireland boss Steve Staunton is feeling the pressure as he prepares his squad for their match against Slovakia. 27 Mar 2007
Hargreaves: We Need Confidence Boost

Hargreaves: We Need Confidence Boost

Owen Hargreaves has called on England to repair their flagging confidence with an emphatic victory in Wednesday's European Championship qualifier with minnows Andorra. 27 Mar 2007
Toshack's Shame Over Dublin Defeat

Toshack's Shame Over Dublin Defeat

Wales boss John Toshack has admitted he was "embarrassed and hurt" by his side's defeat against the Republic of Ireland in Dublin which has made it almost impossible for them to qualify for the Euro 2008 finals. 27 Mar 2007
No Rush Return For Owen

No Rush Return For Owen

Michael Owen will not be rushed back from injury to resurrect England's faltering Euro 2008 qualification campaign. 27 Mar 2007
Aragones Wants More From Spain

Aragones Wants More From Spain

Spain coach Luis Aragones may have been disappointed with his side's performance in their weekend win over Denmark, but he would probably settle for a similar result against Iceland on Wednesday. 27 Mar 2007
Italy Ready For Never Say Die Scots

Italy Ready For Never Say Die Scots

Italy coach Roberto Donadoni expects the Azzurri to overcome Scotland's "Anglo-Saxon football" and prevail in Wednesday's Euro 2008 qualifier in Bari. 27 Mar 2007
Republic Hunting For Euro 2008 Spot

Republic Hunting For Euro 2008 Spot

Stephen Hunt believes the Republic of Ireland can forget playing in next summer's Euro 2008 finals if they fail to beat Slovakia on Wednesday. 27 Mar 2007
Fighting Spirit the Key - McManus

Fighting Spirit the Key - McManus

Scotland defender Stephen McManus believes the squad's spirit could carry them to a famous result in Italy on Wednesday. 27 Mar 2007
Lampard Facing England Chop

Lampard Facing England Chop

England coach Steve McClaren insists he still believes in his players...but admitted star names could be axed. 26 Mar 2007
Rooney Rucks With Macca

Rooney Rucks With Macca

England manager Steve McClaren and star striker Wayne Rooney were involved in a dressing-room row after the goalless draw against Israel, according to reports. 26 Mar 2007
Bilic Refuses to Single Out Srna

Bilic Refuses to Single Out Srna

Croatia coach Slaven Bilic refused to single out Darijo Srna for praise after the 2-1 win over FYR Macedonia that put them firmly in charge of Euro 2008 Qualifying Group E. 26 Mar 2007
Hiddink Happy At Russia Display

Hiddink Happy At Russia Display

Russia coach Guus Hiddink labelled his side's 2-0 victory in Estonia as one of the best since he took charge. 26 Mar 2007
We Can't Lose To Stop The Boos, Say Terry And Gerrard

We Can't Lose To Stop The Boos, Say Terry And Gerrard

John Terry insists "points, not performances" are what matter despite England fans' jeers. 26 Mar 2007
Goal-Shy Rooney Can Beat Three Year Drought

Goal-Shy Rooney Can Beat Three Year Drought

Israel midfielder Yossi Benayoun has backed Wayne Rooney to bounce back from his England goal drought and insisted he will remain a "big player" in Steve McClaren's plans. 26 Mar 2007
Terim Hails Rampant Turks

Terim Hails Rampant Turks

Turkey coach Fatih Terim admitted he was amazed at his side's margin of victory in the weekend's Euro 2008 Group C qualifying match with Greece. 26 Mar 2007
Under-Siege McClaren Comes Out Fighting

Under-Siege McClaren Comes Out Fighting

Under-fire England coach Steve McClaren roared out a message of defiance after his sorry side failed him yet again. 26 Mar 2007