Israel

Israel fell to a 3-1 World Cup qualifying loss against Italy, but coach Elisha Levy was not all the impressed by the visitors to Haifa.

Wales Gareth Bale put his Real Madrid struggles to one side as he scored twice and set up the other in Wales' 3-0 victory against Israel that sent them top of Euro 2016 qualifying Group B.

Diego Da Costa Silva Diego Costa is finding his feet with Spain and his improved demeanour has not escaped the attention of Julen Lopetegui.

Italy Crowd trouble marred Italy's 1-1 Euro 2016 qualifying draw with Croatia on Sunday, with play interrupted on more than one occasion.

Edin Dzeko Manchester City striker Edin Dzeko has suffered a "serious" thigh injury according to Bosnia-Herzegovina's team doctor.

Eli Guttmann Israel coach Eli Guttman has been handed a two-year contract extension.

Gareth Bale Real Madrid star Gareth Bale insists he pays no attention to his critics and stated he has nothing to prove.