CHRIS SUTTON: Wayne Rooney is stepping into a wonderful footballing city and one where I crossed the divide, playing for Birmingham in the first half of 2006 and for Aston Villa in the second half.
Moeen, England's World Cup vice-captain, said his decision to grow the beard early in his career was inspired by South Africa's Hashim Amla.
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The 27-year-old is not an Instagram darling with a famous girlfriend or podcast, but hopes scoring goals will be enough for him to stay in Gareth Southgate's plans for Euro 2024.
The Derby experience is relevant to what he is walking into at Birmingham: a squad blessed with young talent on whom, it is hoped, Rooney's aura will rub off.
JAMES SHARPE: England assembled arguably their most talented group of players ever in the early 2000s and were swiftly dubbed the 'Golden Generation'.
A key part of England's success at the last three international tournaments, he is nonetheless aware that any errors against Australia on Friday or Italy on Tuesday could lead to another pile-on.
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Glasgow City's hopes of reaching the Women's Champions League group stage are all but over after a 4-0 home defeat to Brann in the play-off round first leg.
The 35-year-old has not fought in the Octagon since July 2021.
Fiji stormed Twickenham 30-22 to claim their first ever victory over the red rose in August.
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Wales warmed up for Euro 2024 qualifying action by cruising to a 4-0 win over Gibraltar in Wrexham.
The hooker says he understands fans’ frustration as England prepare to re-acquaint themselves with the Pacific Islanders in the quarter-finals of the Rugby World Cup