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I feared for my future - Jones

Wales forward Alun-Wyn Jones has revealed the full agony of his Twickenham sin-bin torture and admitted: "I thought it would jeopardise my international career."

Not just a numbers game for Paterson

Chris Paterson has revealed he was targeting far more than 100 caps as he prepared to make yet another bit of history in a Scotland jersey.

Mental toughness sees O'Gara through

Ronan O'Gara credits mental resilience for enabling him to cope with the fluctuating fortunes of a fly-half as his Ireland comeback gathers pace against France on Saturday.

Moody calls for dogged England display

Lewis Moody has warned England they will need all the "dog, heart and enthusiasm" in their armoury if they are to beat Italy in Rome this Sunday.

Pompey talks continue

Portsmouth chief executive Peter Storrie remained locked in talks with representatives from Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs on Tuesday afternoon over a bid to halt a winding-up order against the club.

Ferdinand withdraws appeal

Rio Ferdinand has withdrawn his appeal against the additional one-match suspension he incurred for a "frivolous" challenge to a violent conduct charge brought against him by the Football Association.

Terry can have time off - Ancelotti

John Terry will be allowed to miss Chelsea's FA Cup fifth round tie against Cardiff this weekend if he wants to try to patch up his marriage after allegations he had an affair with the ex-girlfriend of former team-mate Wayne Bridge.

Zola unhappy about timing

Gianfranco Zola took a swipe at West Ham's new owners after David Sullivan announced in the media the entire staff would have to take a pay cut in the summer.

Moyes waits for Fellaini news

Everton boss David Moyes is still anxiously awaiting news on the fitness of key midfielder Marouane Fellaini.

South Africa crush sorry India

South Africa completed a comprehensive innings and six-run victory over India with a full day to spare in the first Test in Nagpur to go 1-0 up in the two-match series.

Furious West Ham manager Gianfranco Zola in blast at David Sullivan

Italian reacts with anger at suggestions from new owner of pay-cuts at the end of the season Comments

Lewis Moody tells England they must front up to Italy�s strong men

The flanker warns his victorious squad not to take the hosts lightly as they prepare for their clash in Rome on Sunday Comments

Borthwick gaining plaudits

Rio Ferdinand withdraws ban appeal

New England captain opts not to challenge FA decision over an extra-game ban given to him following a clash with Craig Fagan Comments

Arsene Wenger: I did not rubbish Chelsea

Arsenal boss insists he praised rivals after loss at Stamford Bridge, but vowed that he would not change his side's style of play Comments

Harry Redknapp gives long-ball claims short shrift

Manager hits back at accusations Tottenham have built their game around punts to Peter Crouch Comments

Centre stage

England football captain Rio Ferdinand is the new face of the National Portrait Gallery

The big interview: Lord Coe

Peer says London's preparations for 2012 Games are right on track

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John Terry to wait until after match to decide on Dubai trip to see wife

Carlo Ancelotti will have talks with captain to decide if he needs to take a break to resolve problems in his personal life Comments

Steve Borthwick appreciation society is no longer a silent minority

Saracens rugby chief Brendan Venter laughs at sudden surge of support for England�s often underrated captain Comments

Ottis Gibson will be hard act to follow, says Steve Harmison

England will struggle to find a fast bowling coach to match Gibson, says Durham pace ace Comments

John Terry: Chelsea fans support has been 'incredible'

Embattled Chelsea captain praises the backing he has received from the club's fans Comments

Watford�s Tom Cleverley in fitness bid

The on-loan Manchester United midfielder has a fitness test ahead of his side's clash with Bristol City Comments

Carlo Cudicini on road to recovery

Tottenham goalkeeper takes his first steps without the aid of crutches just 12 weeks after horror motorcycle accident Comments

Sachin Tendulkar's 46th Test ton all in vain

Batsman scored his 46th Test century but the little master's dismissal ended India's hopes of avoiding defeat in Nagpur Comments

Crystal Palace take out advert in attempt to find buyer

The administrators in charge of Crystal Palace have taken out an advert in the Financial Times in a bid to sell the Coca-Cola Championship club Comments

Robinho: I couldn't express myself at Manchester City

Brazil striker criticises City manager Roberto Mancini for not giving him freedom Comments

Ruud Gullit named bid president

Former world player of the year has been named president of Holland and Belgium's bid to host the World Cup in 2018 or 2022 Comments

Siddle claims lay-off is not due to workload

Australia's Peter Siddle has denied that his five-month lay-off with a serious back injury is because of the heavy workload he has carried this season Comments

Denman's flying for Newbury

Denman's joint-owner Harry Findlay says punters should expect him to put up a "really good performance" in the Aon Chase Comments

'Cristiano Ronaldo turned down Barcelona'

Former Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon claims Cristiano Ronaldo rejected a move to Barcelona in order to join their bitter rivals Comments

Under-fire Wenger must answer critics

Manager has often been accused of myopia in his analysis of matches, but there appears a growing concern among Arsenal fans that he is ignoring the shortcomings of his own side Comments