Fifa president Sepp Blatter says there is “no doubt” South Africa is ready to host the World Cup, with the first game kicking off in exactly 100 days.

Brazil turn on the style in the second half at the Emirates Stadium to beat a Republic of Ireland side that had impressed in the first 45 minutes.

West Ham co-owner David Gold says he is “concerned” that more Premier League clubs risk administration.

Fabio Capello confirms Steven Gerrard will be England’s captain against Egypt in the friendly international at Wembley.

Crystal Palace appoint Paul Hart as their manager and former striker Dougie Freedman as his assistant.

Tottenham midfielder Tom Huddlestone will see a specialist after injuring ankle ligaments in their win over Everton.

Former SFA chief executive David Taylor warns that the loss of a second Champions League place is a serious threat to the Scottish game.

Manchester United says the football club’s debt burden fell slightly at the end of last year as the “Red Knights” consortium went public with their takeover plan.

Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs challenge the validity of Andrew Andronikou’s appointment as Portsmouth administrator at the High Court.

Team captain Darren Fletcher urges the Tartan Army to give returning striker Kris Boyd their full support against Czech Republic.