'It wasn't a f***ing exciting match' - BendtnerThe former Arsenal forward was disappointed with his team's performance, but praised Ireland's defensive fortitude in the first leg in CopenhagenDenmarkIreland
Switzerland vs N. Ireland: Team news & TV guideMichael O'Neill's men will look to channel their frustrations into an all-action performance as they look to secure a historic resultNorthern IrelandSwitzerland
Eriksen & Danes won't relish Irish in Dublin - DuffyThe Irish kept the Tottenham star quiet in the first leg and they have promised more of the same as they eye a place at the World CupWorld CupIreland
Given: Ireland must use Wales feel-good factorThe Boys in Green face Denmark in Copenhagen on Saturday before a return leg in Dublin next Tuesday to decide a place at World Cup 2018IrelandDenmark
Clueless Ventura has Italy on the brink of humiliationThe Azzurri were undeniably unlucky in their 1-0 loss to Sweden but their coach's failings were once again exposed at the highest levelItalySweden
'Denmark vs Ireland is heaven or hell' - KjaerThe sides will meet twice over the course of the next week to decide who earns a ticket to Russia 2018 next summer, but the Sevilla star is confidentDenmarkIreland
Betting Preview: Greece vs CroatiaHaving struggled for form in recent games, Al Hain-Cole cannot see Skibbe's men competing with a Vatreni team that beat them easily in the first legCroatiaGreece
Betting Preview: Switzerland vs Northern IrelandHaving failed to make the most of home advantage, Al Hain-Cole cannot see the Green and White Army having any joy against Petkovic's side in BaselSwitzerlandNorthern Ireland
Betting Preview: Denmark vs Rep of IrelandOur tipster is backing Martin O'Neill's men to win or draw when they take the trip to face Age Hareide's charges in Copenhagen on Saturday nightIrelandDenmark
Croatia not taking anything for granted Despite dominating the first leg in Zagreb, Zlatko Dalic's side know the job of reaching the World Cup isn't done yetCroatiaGreece
O'Neill slams 'staggering' penalty decisionA decision from Romanian referee Ovidiu Hategan helped Switzerland to a 1-0 first-leg win, and the Northern Ireland boss baffled by the callWorld CupNorthern Ireland
Betting Preview: Croatia vs GreeceThe visitors will be set up to keep things extremely tight and we think that will lead to a goalless first half of this play-off first legCroatiaGreece
Betting: Northern Ireland vs SwitzerlandMichael O'Neill's men will be keen to keep things tight and our tipster thinks that the Swiss will struggle to score at Windsor Park on ThursdaySwitzerlandNorthern Ireland
N. Ireland vs Switzerland: Team news & TV guideThe Green and White Army are out to end a three-decade wait for a place in the biggest tournament in the world, but they face a difficult taskSwitzerlandNorthern Ireland
Who's laughing now? Zaza a joke no more!The striker was ridiculed over his spot-kick at Euro 2016 and a dire spell at West Ham but he is back in Italy squad due to his fine form at ValenciaLaLigaOpinion
Betting Preview: Sweden vs ItalyWith a trio of in-form strikers to choose from, Al Hain-Cole expects Ventura's men to share the scoresheet with a prolific home side in StockholmItalySweden
I’d never want Ibra against me - De RossiItaly face Sweden for a place at the 2018 World Cup and the Azzurri midfielder feels his team's chances have been given a boostItalySweden
Keane tells Liverpool fans to 'lighten up'The Manchester United legend and Republic of Ireland coach insists that his comments regarding the Reds were made in jest and he respects the clubLiverpoolPremier League
Betting: World Cup play-offsOur tipster takes a look at the six play-off ties taking place around the globe as 12 teams do battle in a bid to reach Russia for the 2018 tournamentDenmarkSweden
Super Mario Balotelli is back to his very bestThe 27-year-old's resurgence is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore for Azzurri boss Gian Piero Ventura ahead of next month's World Cup play-offNiceOpinion
Memphis eyes 'beautiful' Netherlands futureThe 23-year-old hopes to assume the role of the star of Oranje after Arjen Robben bowed out, while he also hit back at claims he lacks commitmentNetherlandsLyon
Betting: Rep of Ireland Evens for a World Cup spotMartin O'Neill's men will face Denmark for place in Russia in 2018, whilst Michael O'Neill's side were handed a tough draw against SwitzerlandDenmarkSweden
Italy-Sweden & Rep. Ireland-Denmark in WC play-offsThe fixtures for the final phase of European qualifying has been decided, with Northern Ireland taking on Switzerland and Ireland playing DenmarkWorld CupSwitzerland
England jump three spots in FIFA RankingThere was no movement in the top six, while Denmark and Netherlands climbed into the top 20EnglandLithuania
'Football faces extinction due to head injuries'The doctor who discovered the extent of brain injuries in American football believes soccer is in danger unless it adapts to protect playersWorld CupWales
Moyes open to Scotland jobThe 54-year-old has been out of work since leaving Sunderland in May and would be open to entering talks with the Scottish Football AssociationScotland
