Sam Allardyce told The Sun (London): "The 39th game is an absolute must. We have to make it work, get over the bureaucracy and look after our product. Every top country in Europe wants what we've got. Italy, Spain and Germany are jealous of us and the UEFA president Michel Platini cannot hide his jealousy. It's so important we stay ahead of everyone else and the 39th game will keep us there. Let's get it back on the agenda."

EPL rules!


When the seagulls follow the trawler, it's because they think sardines will be thrown into the sea.