Players Championship: Mark Allen beats Gary Wilson to make semi-finals

Consultants in England to vote on new deal after rejecting previous offer by narrow margin.

James Lowe says Ireland are in a “great place” after defeating Italy 36-0 to continue their unbeaten start to the defence of their Six Nations title.

Sven-Goran Eriksson says it was “absolutely beautiful” to fulfil his dream of managing Liverpool after taking charge of a legends team at Anfield.