San Marino 0-3 Czech Republic: Second half show

A goal by debutant Tomas Necid capped a good night for the Czech Republic who moved up to second in their World Cup qualifying group with victory against a resilient San Marino side.

Eto’o a no-show for match honouring Mandela

Cameroon and South African officials traded accusations on Wednesday after Samuel Eto’o failed to arrive in South Africa for a match honouring Nelson Mandela.

Ireland 2-3 Poland: Visitors edge thriller

Giovanni Trapattoni tasted defeat for the first time as Republic of Ireland boss despite a remarkable late fightback against Poland.

Germany 1-2 England: Terry caps fine show

John Terry provided England with the perfect end to 2008 by nodding home a late winner to beat Germany in Berlin.

Coach Capello hails England’s year in the sun

Captain John Terry believes England’s absent stars could be made to regret missing the fine 2-1 victory over Germany in Berlin.

Maradona taunts Butcher again after debut win

Argentina captain Javier Mascherano revealed he and his team-mates were inspired by the sight of Diego Maradona on the bench as the new manager’s reign got off to a winning start against Scotland.

Spain 3-0 Chile: Torres scores in easy victory

David Villa, Fernando Torres and Santi Cazorla struck the goals as Spain capped an unforgettable year on a winning note with a friendly victory over Chile at Villarreal’s El Madrigal stadium.

Northern Ireland 0-2 Hungary: Gera seals win

Northern Ireland manager Nigel Worthington saw his team suffer a bout of home sickness in their final international of the year.

Denmark 0-1 Wales: Bellamy fires Welsh to win

Craig Bellamy returned to the Danish capital to secure another victory 10 years after his first goal for his country also produced a famous win in Copenhagen.

France 0-0 Uruguay: Savidan the star turn

Steve Savidan’s exhilarating debut performance for France was the main highlight as Uruguay claimed a draw in a soporific international friendly in Paris.

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