Malta

Wayne Rooney The debate over whether Wayne Rooney is best as a striker, a number 10 or in midfield has become a tiresome subject for the England captain.

Steven Fletcher Scotland were "too strung out" in the first half of their 5-1 win over Malta, according to Gordon Strachan.

Spots at Euro 2016 remain up for grabs and Wales are set to reach a major tournament for the first time since 1958.

Malta

Despite a bizarre David Alaba own goal, Austria beat Malta 2-1 as they prepare for Euro 2016.

England England boss Roy Hodgson faces a reunion with Switzerland in qualifying for the 2016 UEFA European Championship, while defending champions Spain will meet Ukraine and Slovakia.

Andrew Hogg FIFA warned Malta about unusual betting activity ahead of their World Cup qualifier with Lithuania, according to goalkeeper Andrew Hogg.

Glen Johnson Glen Johnson has withdrawn from the England squad to face Malta and Slovenia, meaning a first call up for Burnley defender Michael Keane.

Pietro Ghedin Malta are without a competitive win since June 2013 ahead of Thursday's Euro 2016 qualifier in Italy.

Germany, Wales and Northern Ireland are among the teams who could seal their place at Euro 2016 in the next round of fixtures.