French Reject Replay

The French Football Federation (FFF) have confirmed they will not replay there World Cup play-off match with the Republic of Ireland. Irish had requested for FIFA to sanction a replay, but the FFF, while expressing sympathy for the Irish, refused to entertain such a notion.

Egypt Issue Quit Threat

The aftermath of Egypt's defeat to Algeria in Sudan in Wednesday night's World Cup play-off grows ever more dramatic as the Egyptian FA have reported their opponents to FIFA. The Pharaohs have even gone to the extent of threatening to withdraw from organised football entirely.

Thank You, Titi

Republic of Ireland captain, Robbie Keane has praised Thierry Henry and expressed his gratitude, on behalf of his country, towards the France skipper after he proclaimed that the controversial WCQ play-off clash between the two nations should be replayed.

Henry Calls For Replay

Shamed France striker Thierry Henry has issued a statement calling for his country's controversial World Cup qualifying play-off against the Republic of Ireland to be replayed. "The fairest solution would be to replay the game," said the Barcelona man.

Exclusive: Efan Ekoku

Former Wimbledon star, Efan Ekoku spoke exlusively to Goal.com following a tempestuous week of World Cup qualifying play-off action. The English-born-Nigerian believes that the Super Eagles were lucky to scrape into South Africa 2010 and he also talked about the golden generation.

How Could You, Titi?

Robert Pires is the latest to weigh in on Thierry Henry's infamous handball, claiming that he found it impossible to celebrate France's qualification, given the circumstances. He believes his former team-mates reputations is forever tarnished...

Time To Change Football

Just 12 hours after his valiant Ireland side were controversially denied a spot in the 2010 World Cup by France, Giovanni Trapattoni has put on a brave face to front the media. And he holds no grudges, although he urged that it is now time to seriously consider making changes to the game.