Two Brighton fans were stabbed in Italy forward of their club’s Europa League fixture towards Roma. The Bundesliga has leapfrogged the Premier League in the race for a bonus Champions League spot subsequent season – but the odds look good for English sides… Ten-player Aston Villa held out for a 0-0 draw against a relatively inexperienced Ajax facet at the Sport News Johan Cruyff Arena, who have been also reduced to 10 late on. New coach Gonzalo Quesada has polished Italy’s attack and they will provide a stern take a look at for formidable Scotland in Rome this weekend. Get the latest Scottish rugby news and evaluation, plus give your views on the big speaking points.

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