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Report: Rep of Ireland v Poland
Giovanni Trapattoni tasted defeat for the first time as Republic of Ireland boss despite a remarkable late fightback in a 3-2 loss to Poland.
Capello masterplan gives Berlin belief
For an hour, Fabio Capello must have been sitting back in relaxed comfort, enjoying the view of Berlin's distinctive Olympiastadion and musing on how easy football management is when your players follow your masterplan.
Understudies shine in the spotlight
As a moment of history it might not rival Paul Gascoigne's tears in Italy or Michael Owen's hat-trick in Munich.
DAVID JAMES: Some unconvincing early ball juggling caused concern but otherwise coped soundly with the minimal German threat in the first half before being substituted. 6
Two minutes: Jermain Defoe is put clear but sees his shot saved. However, the flag is raised for offside.
A Maxi Rodriguez goal after eight minutes against Scotland at Hampden was enough to give Diego Maradona victory in his first game in charge
Win gives boss selection issue - Terry
Captain John Terry believes England's absent stars could be made to regret missing Wednesday's 2-1 victory over Germany in Berlin.
