Sweden substitute Sebastian Larsson came off the bench and bagged a brace to inspire his side to a 3-1 win over Croatia.

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Larsson brace seals Sweden win

Roberto Soldado returned to international football with a bang by coming off the bench to bag a hat-trick as Spain thumped ten-man Venezuela.

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Soldado back with a bang

Poland and Portugal continued their preparations for Euro 2012 by playing out a goalless in Warsaw.

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Portugal held by Poles

Emmanuel Adebayor failed to turn up for Togo’s African Cup of Nations qualifier against Kenya, which his team lost 2-1.

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African Cup of Nations – Adebayor in no-show as Togo lose

Giovanni Trapattoni has defended his decision to limit James McClean’s role in Republic of Ireland’s 1-1 draw with the Czech Republic.

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Trap defends McClean delay

Northern Ireland put in a bright and positive performance in Michael O’Neill’s first match in charge, but were still beaten 3-0 by Norway at Windsor Park.

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World Cup – Northern Ireland 0-3 Norway

Steve Davis feels Northern Ireland can take a lot of positives Wednesday’s clash with Norway, despite the game ending in a 3-0 defeat.

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Davis upbeat despite defeat

Scotland boss Craig Levein hailed Celtic winger James Forrest following their exciting 1-1 draw with Slovenia in Koper.

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Levein hails winger

Andrey Arshavin inspired Russia to a 2-0 win over fellow Euro 2012 qualifiers Denmark.

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Arshavin inspires Russia

James McClean has spoken of his delight after making his Republic of Ireland debut to a rousing reception from the Dublin crowd.

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McClean’s debut delight