England vs Italy... but where's the Scunny connection?

Ok, so we made that statement up - and although Ash is ruled out of tonight's visit of the Italians Andy is probably not Sven's first choice replacement.

Especially when he can pick from such talented players like Graeme Le Saux, who could win a game on his own. Um.

Anyway, there will be no Iron connection in tonight's game, but this news story is not completely pointless.

If you log onto footymad's flagship site, www.England-mad.co.uk after the final whistle you'll be able to read my very own pearl's of wisdom in the match report.

And to prove we're not completely uninformed, and recognising that not all Iron fans are exclusively English, I would like to wish Scotland all the best as they play France in Paris (well, I live and work with a number of jocks, so have to say that) and Ireland well against whoever they're playing. Not even sure if Wales are playing, but if so good luck too.