Postecoglu says he will deliver at Forest if given time

Under-fire boss Ange Postecoglou delivered a passionate defence of his legacy as he vowed to win silverware at Nottingham Forest if given time. The 60-year-old is under pressure after failing to win any of his opening seven games since replacing Nuno Espirito Santo last month. Forest have been assessing their options during the international break, with ex-Burnley boss Sean Dyche among the names considered as a potential replacement.

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Ferguson heads Ireland to victory over 10 man Armenia

The Republic of Ireland breathed new life into their World Cup qualifying campaign with a much-needed win over 10-man Armenia at Aviva Stadium. Aided by Armenia captain Tigran Barseghyan’s red card for aiming a headbutt at Finn Azaz early in the second half, the hosts overcame a sluggish start and scored the only goal through Evan Ferguson.

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Portugal strike late to break Irish hearts

Ireland’s woes continued in Portugal as an injury-time goal proved the difference as Heimir Hallgrimsson’s side were narrowly edged out in Lisbon, losing 1-0 at the Jose Alvalade Stadium. A brave and battling performance eventually counted for nothing as the home side, once again, broke Irish hearts in added time thanks to Ruben Neves’ powerful header.

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Steven Gerrard to open talks about return to Rangers

Steven Gerrard will meet Rangers’ owners in London over the coming days to hold talks over a sensational return to Ibrox. The former Rangers boss was due to arrive on Wednesday evening and is scheduled to meet with Rangers’ American owners Andrew Cavenagh and Paraag Marathe, who are leading the hunt for a new head coach. Gerrard is one of a number of credible candidates Rangers plan to speak to this week, as they look to replace Russell Martin, who was sacked after Sunday’s draw at Falkirk.

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Newcastle ease to victory over Union Saint-Gilloise

Anthony Gordon scored two penalties against Union Saint-Gilloise as Newcastle United claimed a convincing first Champions League win of the season. Newcastle suffered a dramatic defeat at the hands of Arsenal on Sunday, but the clinical visitors looked like a side eager to respond as they secured their first away victory in the competition since 2003. There was certainly no sign of a hangover at Lotto Park when Nick Woltemade opened the scoring in the 17th minute.

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