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Slovenia 0-0 England: Joe Hart saves England's blushes as Three Lions fail to roar in

SLOVENIA 0-0 ENGLAND - MATT LAWTON IN LJUBLJANA: For Wayne Rooney came the realisation that, yes, watching England can be hard going. But managing them? Only now will Gareth Southgate appreciate how difficult that is, too. It would be ludicrous to suggest Southgate made a mistake axing Rooney from starting XI. The time had certainly arrived and England’s interim boss still deserves credit for taking such a bold step. But he must have endured moments here at the Stozice Stadium when he began to question his own judgment, finally turning to the England captain after 73 minutes in an act of sheer desperation. Southgate had watched the national team deliver a stuttering performance against Malta during his first game in charge and he saw them regress to something resembling those abject displays in the summer in his second. Had it not been for Joe Hart, this would have been a rare defeat for England in a qualifying campaign. Instead, it was a first failure to win in 15 matches.

The Three Lions had Torino goalkeeper Joe Hart to thank for keeping the scores level. Sportsmail's SAMI MOKBEL was in Ljubljana to rate the performances of both sets of players.

DOMINIC KING IN LJUBLJANA: Are you with former England manager Fabio Capello, who once said the captaincy was 'cursed'? Do you sit in the camp of Graham Taylor, and see it as 'overstated'?

England limped to a goalless draw away to Slovenia on Tuesday night as their journey to Moscow continued. Here, Sportsmail's experts deliver their verdicts on a difficult night in Ljubljana.

Daniel Sturridge needs to improve decision-making to become a 'top, top player', says Ryan

Daniel Sturridge must improve his decision-making if he wants to become a world class striker and occupy a regular position in the England team, according to Ryan Giggs. Sturridge - who played alongside Giggs for Team GB at London 2012 - started England's disappointing goalless draw against Slovenia as the lone striker in a four-man attack but struggled to make an impact.

SHERIDAN BIRD: Hart was the most high-profile victim of the Pep Guardiola revolution at Manchester City, but he's landed on his feet at a club that adores him in Piedmont, northern Italy.

SAMI MOKBEL: Gareth Southgate conceded that England were indebted to Joe Hart after the goalkeeper rescued lacklustre England from a shock defeat in Slovenia with a string of fine saves.

CHARLES SALE: England interim manager Gareth Southgate has signed up with a sports agency whose approach could not be more different from that of the people connected to Sam Allardyce.

SIMON JONES: Aston Villa owner Tony Xia confirmed on Tuesday evening that an announcement will be made on Wednesday. Bruce has been the preferred choice of the Villa board.

INVESTIGATION BY MATT LAWTON: The British cycling coach who delivered the mystery medical package to Team Sky has broken his silence to insist he didn’t ‘have a clue’ what it contained.

Slovakia 3-0 Scotland: Robert Mak double and Adam Nemec strike deepens pressure on Gordon

SLOVAKIA 3-0 SCOTLAND - MARK WILSON IN TRNAVA: What an unholy mess this became. In a city where bountiful churches have earned it the nickname of Little Rome, Scotland’s World Cup ambitions were reduced to the stuff of prayers. Only divine intervention could have added substance to the standard of defending witnessed. It was truly dismal fare, significantly deepening the dismay felt after Saturday’s home draw against Lithuania. Three games in and another failed campaign is beckoning. For some, this already felt like the end. As Scotland toiled to claim even a consolation goal, the derision raining down from the Tartan Army made painful listening for Gordon Strachan.

MARK WILSON IN TRNAVA: Gordon Strachan insisted that Scotland could still achieve second place in the section and hinted he was already planning for the trip to Wembley.

AC Milan great Paolo Maldini said he would have had to share the role with Massimiliano Mirabelli, who has been appointed sporting director, but has yet to take up the role.

Germany 2-0 Northern Ireland: Julian Draxler and Sami Khedira strike early to maintain

GERMANY 2-0 NORTHERN IRELAND - CHRIS WHEELER IN HANNOVER: Julian Draxler and Sami Khedira scored in the first 17 minutes of Tuesday's World Cup qualifier as Germany maintained their perfect start in Group C.

Martin Ling interview: 'A pal stopped me leaping on the rail track as another stopped me

Martin Ling knew over lunch. He knew, as he glared at a plate of untouched food, that it was coming back and that's when the fear started. 'What if it's like last time?' he thought. 'Oh s***, why now? Oh f***, what if it's like last time?' He was sitting with the coach he had brought to Swindon Town, Ross Embleton, and the club's director of football, Seamus Brady.

Early goals from Julian Draxler and Sami Khedira in Hanover earned Die Mannschaft a third straight win of the World Cup qualification process and O'Neill is convinced they will be in Russia.

SPECIAL REPORT BY MIKE KEEGAN: When he arrived in 2003, Roman Abramovich’s millions bankrolled almost instant success. Such sprees are a thing of the past and now he has a new approach.

Unwanted Niasse has been told to find a new club by Ronald Koeman following a dismal spell after former boss Roberto Martinez took him to Goodison Park for £13.5m.

England U21 5-0 Bosnia-Herzegovina U21: Tammy Abraham nets twice as Young Lions round off

ENGLAND 5-0 BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA - ADAM SHERGOLD AT THE BANKS'S STADIUM: England Under 21s produced a five-star performance against Bosnia-Herzegovina to complete their Euro 2017 qualification campaign unbeaten. Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham, who is spending the season on loan at Bristol City, scored twice, while John Swift, Josh Onomah and Duncan Watmore also found their way onto the scoresheet. Bottom side Bosnia proved no match for the Young Lions as the 5-0 rout took Aidy Boothroyd's record to two wins in two matches.

Jack Grealish was exceptional as England rounded off their European qualifying campaign in style. The Aston Villa midfielder created three of the five goals against Bosnia on Tuesday.

England Under-21 boss Aidy Boothroyd hailed Tammy Abraham's dream debut after he helped dismantle Bosnia 5-0. The Bristol City striker, on loan from Chelsea, marked his full bow with two goals

Wayne Rooney has to settle for cameo appearance as England captain comes on for Dele Alli

Wayne Rooney may not have to get too used to being a substitute for England judging by the Three Lions' lacklustre performance in Slovenia. England's midfield three of Jordan Henderson, Eric Dier and Dele Alli failed to cement a starting spot during a disappointing display on Tuesday night.  In fact it was the latter who made way for Rooney with 17 minutes left on the clock. 

Paul O'Connell: I fear for the Lions... rugby is all about money now but Maro Itoje must

CHRIS FOY- EXCLUSIVE: Paul O'Connell fears that financial priorities in rugby may soon leave the British and Irish Lions an endangered species. Ireland’s retired lock colossus went on three tours, so he knows better than most how those epic ventures to the Southern Hemisphere are still regarded as career peaks for all those involved from the home nations. His concern is that the modern-day focus on the bottom line could threaten the whole concept.

PAUL NEWMAN: Chittagong was more like a wet day in Manchester than humid Dhaka but the heavy rain that fell ahead of the deciding one-day international did not cool already high temperatures.

DEREK LAWRENSON: The 28-year-old Bristolian has lifted the lid on some of the frustrations felt by England's rookies who were used sparingly by Europe captain Darren Clarke at the Ryder Cup.

Max Whitlock is Britain’s first Olympic gymnastics champion, winning two gold medals at the Rio Games. Sportsmail has followed his Road to Rio over the past four years.

Inside Ronaldo's hotel: Real star's latest venture promises the 'true CR7 lifestyle'

At the launch of his new flagship hotel last week, Cristiano Ronaldo told his assembled, selected group of friends, family and guests: ‘When I was young I had the dream of having my own hotel.’ It might sound an unusual ambition for a young footballer but Ronaldo has rarely taken the ‘usual’ route — and this latest venture is in every way a reflection of that. With a look to life after football, the Real Madrid superstar’s second hotel ‘Pestana CR7 Lisboa’ promises to offer ‘a true CR7 lifestyle’ and marks of his ego are sprinkled throughout.

Colombia 2-2 Uruguay: Yerry Mina rescues point for hosts as late header cancels out Luis

COLOMBIA 2-2 URUGUAY: Yerry Mina scored a late equaliser to earn Colombia a draw and a point against World Cup qualifying group leaders Uruguay in a thrilling encounter at the Estadio Metropolitano in Barranquilla.  Luis Suarez had given the visitors the lead with 17 minutes remaining, after Abel Aguilar's 15th-minute opener was cancelled out by Cristian Rodriguez during the first half. But Mina restored parity for the hosts in the 84th minute after he steered a looping header over Fernando Muslera for his first international goal.

Premier League stalwarts Petr Cech and Gareth Barry are among the stars of the sporting world honoured in the new edition of the Guinness World Records book.

Former Manchester United starlet Mads Timm knows exactly what it's like to receive the hairdryer treatment from legendary Old Trafford boss Sir Alex Ferguson. Ferguson called him a 'f****** idiot'.

Anthony Taylor is a trusted member of the select group of referees - the fact he's taking on Liverpool v Man Utd shouldn't raise any eyebrows despite him working and living near Old Trafford.

Tyson Fury poses with all his belts - on the day he is set to relinquish them

JEFF POWELL: Tyson Fury took what is likely to be a last, lingering look on Tuesday at the world heavyweight championship belts he is believed to be in the throes of relinquishing as treatment for clinical depression prolongs his absence from the ring. Manchester’s Gypsy King, having pulled out of his contracted rematch with Wladimir Klitschko twice in the 11 months since his upset triumph in Germany, hopes to be declared champion in recess by the WBA and WBO, whose belts feature in his collection. That is more certain if he stands down, rather being stripped of his titles, and would position him to challenge for the belts as soon as he is declared fit to box again.

Haseeb Hameed delays England's high-security departure for training in Bangladesh after

PAUL NEWMAN IN CHITTAGONG: Life for Haseeb Hameed in the big time got off to an embarrassing start when he kept the England team and their elaborate security convoy waiting outside their hotel here before heading for training after he had overslept.  The meticulously planned operation which involved hundreds of police and military as well as two team buses and support vehicles was held up for eight minutes until the Lancashire teenager came rushing out of the lobby.

School teacher Peter Willett penned a column for National Club Golfer magazine which described American fans as a 'braying mob of imbeciles', 'basement-dwelling irritants' and 'cretins'.

England's search for a No 7 for the autumn campaign has been dealt a fifth blow after Leicester's Mike Williams was ruled out for up to three months with a broken arm. Maro Itoje could be moved from lock.

Although he can still claim this season's crown, matters are no longer in Lewis Hamilton's hands after he finished third in the Japanese Grand Prix on Sunday.

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Robert Lewandowski spares Poland's blushes with late winner against 10-man Armenia 

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Manchester United's Juan Mata takes break from preparing for Liverpool clash to launch

Juan Mata has had some time to kill after being overlooked by Julen Lopetegui for Spain's World Cup qualifiers against Italy and Albania. The playmaker was at the Indulge Fragrance Store at the intu Trafford Centre to help promote Loewe, a Spanish fragrance company. Mata is an ambassador for Loewe and was at the store to talk about their new scent Loewe001 as he met United supporters and signed autographs.

Inter Milan and Argentina striker Mauro Icardi has hit back fellow countryman Diego Maradona after he criticised him for his affair with former team-mate Maxi Lopez’s wife.

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This time last year, Rashford was unknown to the majority of football fans before bursting onto the scene with a debut goal against Midtjylland in the Europa League. Now he is a marked man.

The midfielder has been ever-present for Jürgen Klopp’s team this season since joining from Newcastle. He limped out of Holland’s defeat by France on Monday with a problem in his hamstring.

The appointment of Anthony Taylor as referee for Liverpool's clash with Manchester United on Monday has already become a topic for debate among Anfield supporters.

Czech Republic legend Pavel Nedved has revealed the biggest regret he had during his career was not playing for Manchester United. Nedved retired from the game with Juventus.

'Wtf is that ??????'; Ronaldo mocks old pal Ferdinand over 'bear crawl' workout

Ferdinand, 37, still looks trim during his punditry appearances and let fans in on the fitness regime he uses to stay in shape with a clip on Intstagram. In the short video the BT Sport pundit can be seen crawling across his garden whilst pushing weights in each hand. It looks like a tiring drill as the former United centre half brings the corresponding foot up to each weight before pushing off again.

Marouane Chamakh joins Cardiff City as Neil Warnock completes third free transfer in 24

Cardiff have announced they have agreed a short term deal with former Arsenal striker Marouane Chamakh. The Moroccan has signed with the Championship club until January and could earn a long-term contract based on his performances at the Cardiff City Stadium.

Liverpool sign three-year global partnership deal with Malaysia Airlines

Liverpool have a huge fanbase in the Far East, with an estimated 140 million supporters, and the partnership replaces the deal with Garuda International, which ended earlier this year. The club's players will act as ambassadors for the airline while academy coaches will provide football clinics for young players in Malaysia.

Leicester made an offer to buy the 27-year-old in the summer and Everton are also monitoring his situation. Former Stoke and Blackburn midfielder Nzonzi has a buyout clause set at £26million.

Dutchman Frank de Boer believes that Inter Milan defensive midfielder Geoffrey Kondogbia is like Paul Pogba but he also insists that he is still young and has room for improvement.

Sports Minister Tracey Crouch is to consider drafting in a mediator to help resolve the crisis engulfing Coventry.

As one of Gerard Pique's former team-mates at both club and international level, Xavi has unsurprisingly backed the defender in the wake of his latest controversy and retirement announcement.

Alex Iwobi has shared a terrifying experience in which he was followed by an Arsenal fan on his way home from a game. The pacy winger spoke about the incident to Arsenal's weekly podcast.

Sunderland have been hit by an injury setback to defender Jason Denayer who has been ruled out for up to four weeks. The Belgian defender tore his adductor muscle on international duty.

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Anthony Joshua might be in limbo as he waits for a potential super fight with Wladimir Klitschko, but the British heavyweight is still keeping himself busy. Joshua has an unbeaten record and following the collapse of Klitschko's meeting with Tyson Fury, could be in line to take on the giant Ukrainian in a bout which would be sure to get boxing fans salivating.

Maria Sharapova makes her return to the tennis court for first time since positive drug

Maria Sharapova set foot on a tennis court for the first time since her positive drug test at the Australian Open on Monday, smiling throughout an appearance in the World Team Tennis Smash Hits charity event in Las Vegas.

Heather Watson sets up clash with Caroline Wozniacki in Hong Kong Open after beating

Heather Watson is into the Hong Kong Open second round after the No 2 defeated qualifier Marina Erakovic on Tuesday. Watson, the world No 75, beat her 119th-ranked opponent from New Zealand 7-5 7-6 (11/9) in just over two hours. She showed no sign of the illness which forced her to retire from the Wuhan Open in late September, after having dizzy spells.

England's controversial high-intensity training camp was exactly what the team needed to cope with test match rugby claims vice-captain Mike Brown despite several players being injured during it.

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World No 1 Angelique Kerber booked a safe passage into the second round of the Hong Kong Open with a 6-4 6-4 victory over 21-year-old Maria Sakkari of Greece on Tuesday.

British number one Johanna Konta joined Heather Watson in the second round of the Hong Kong Open with victory over compatriot Naomi Broady.

Novak Djokovic made a winning return following a month-long injury layoff, beating Fabio Fognini 6-3, 6-3 Tuesday in the second round of the Shanghai Masters.

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