They were excellent when they held England to a 1-1 draw back in February but have since suffered a 6-0 defeat by the Lionesses and a 7-1 drubbing by Spain. At the back, they look notably shaky.

Either way, from Uefa’s perspective, the situation must be sorted by 4 August, when the draw for the Europa League playoffs will take place. It is believed that if Lyon’s appeal has not been heard by ...

Blackburn keeper Paul Robinson enjoying new lease of life as he admits he'd relish England comeback ...