Sir Alex Ferguson has praised Wales boss Ryan Giggs and revealed his pride at the former Manchester United winger enjoying managerial success.

Bale posed with a flag with the words 'Wales, golf, Madrid... in that order' on it after Wales secured Euro 2020 qualification last week. His celebrations have led to controversy in Spain.

BY JOE BERNSTEIN IN BUCHAREST: Wales boss Ryan Giggs revealed his delight at avoiding an opening Euro 2020 game away to Italy after Saturday's draw in Bucharest.

The TV picks for next summer's tournament have been revealed, with ITV showing England's final two group matches, including the final game with the Czech Republic.

The FA have announced that England are set to face Italy on the 27th March at Wembley Stadium. It comes as they continue their preparations for the Euro 2020 which kicks off in June.

Extra security measures will be put in place for Wales' friendly match with the United States in March following the rising tension in the Persian Gulf. 

MATT HUGHES - AHEAD OF THE GAME: Marcus Rashford is being courted by Roc Nation, the American entertainment agency founded by rapper Jay-Z.

Rugby's Six Nations championship was in chaos on Tuesday night amid the increasing inevitability that Ireland's game against Italy in Dublin next weekend will be postponed.

When your father has left Cardiff City to become Liverpool's centre forward and managed the great Real Madrid twice, it's fair to say taking on a challenge is in your blood.

Ramsey pledged the money to the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, which serves an area including Caerphilly, where the midfielder was born.

Bale has long been loathed by Madrid supporters and targeted as a scapegoat when the Spanish giants underperform, with Bale nearing the exit door this summer.

In Saturday's Daily Mail, chief sports writer Martin Samuel considered the growing conflict between top and bottom over restarting the season. Now he responds to reader comments.

The Hammers as well as Everton had shown interest in the Barcelona striker who only arrived at the Nou Camp in February for £15m in a controversial emergency signing approved by La Liga.

Mario Gotze is expected to leave Borussia Dortmund in the summer with the German wanting to take on a new challenge.

While the programme sellers and stewards are taking 20 per cent wage cuts and being bailed out by the government, top stars are still earning hundreds of thousands a week.

Former Manchester United, Manchester City and West Ham forward Carlos Tevez believes top-flight footballers should offer to cut their wages during the coronavirus crisis. 

West Ham defender Aaron Cresswell admits he is 'petrified' for his new-born's well-being if the Premier League resumes sooner rather than later due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Jack Wilshere's career at West Ham may have been frustrated by injury but the midfielder still has a competitive streak in him judging by a kickabout with his wife Andriani.

Sanchez is currently on loan at Inter Milan from Manchester United but has struggled to make much of an impact in Italy amid recurring injury issues. He has played just 15 matches this season.

Nunez, who would bring a youthful presence to the Gunners' defence at the age of 23, has a release clause of £26.45million and, according to La Razon, the Gunners are prepared to meet it.

Javier Hernandez says his experience at Manchester United was 'bittersweet' as he tried to balance enjoying the journey and not getting overwhelmed.

After impressing under Harry Redknapp at Upton Park, Ferguson called the then 33-year-old on Christmas Day in 2001 about a move to United - much to the shock of the Italian maverick.

The 33-year-old joined the club on a free transfer in August after leaving West Ham and was always seen as a back-up option.

The majority of clubs are still far from shaking hands on deferral deals as talks between executives and their players continued on Thursday night after Saints players agreed a 10 per cent wage deferral.

The 28-year-old has struggled to make an impact at the London Stadium after opting to turn down a contract extension with the Gunners, but is hopeful of turning his career around.

Mason Mount could be the key to Chelsea securing West Ham talent Declan Rice this summer, with the midfielder admitting he wants to play with the Blues youngster once again. 

David Moyes has revealed that he will always regret leaving Everton for Manchester United. After eleven years at Goodison Park, Moyes was appointed as United manager in 2013.

The Frenchman recently responded to one of his most vocal critics in an interview with United's podcast where he claimed: 'I didn't even know who he [Souness] was.'

The 56-year-old endured a torrid spell at United during the 2013-14 season, seeing the reputation he had built during 11-year tenure at Everton tarnished over the course of nine months.

The issue of finishing the Premier League season by June 30 to avoid contract and sponsorship disputes was not raised when top-flight clubs met on Friday.

Newcastle United are closing in on a major deal that could see them topping the table for the wealthiest owners in the Premier League. Sportsmail analyses the league's rich list.

During the sporting lockdown, replays, throwbacks and charity auctions have taken on unprecedented importance as fans look to fill the void left by live action. 

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is ready to turn Pablo Mari's loan stay at the Emirates into a permanent move after dropping his interest in Reims centre-back Axel Disasi.

The midfielder has not played since October due to the problem that has taken longer than expected to heal - but the former Arsenal star has now fully recovered.

The 56-year-old West Ham manager says the extortionate sums spent on transfers, player wages and agent fees are three areas which may require addressing.

With the Premier League and training suspended, the West Ham boss has been left with time on his hands after moving back to his family home in Lancashire.

Cole has become the latest name from the football industry to offer help to overworked NHS staff following the coronavirus outbreak. He is looking to raise £1million and create PPE equipment

The English top flight has been indefinitely put on hold because of the pandemic. West Ham went into the hiatus last month level on points with 18th-placed Bournemouth with nine fixtures remaining.

West Ham fan 86-year-old Iris Burroughs courageously beat coronavirus and was surprised with a phone call from Hammers manager David Moyes.

The Scottish Premier League side could be forced to sell their star striker with the suspension of football due to coronavirus having severe financial implications for several clubs.

Jesse Lingard is making sure to stay fit despite the lockdown due to coronavirus, as he was spotted out for a run with his friend and former team-mate Ravel Morrison.

Jack Wilshere spent 17 years at Arsenal, but the midfielder has revealed he was reluctant to join the club when he was offered a spot at just nine-years-old. 

Manchester United academy starlet Omari Forson is set to sign his first professional contract at Old Trafford, despite growing interest from other clubs such as Arsenal

West Ham boss David Moyes is keen to freshen up his squad, and although he wants Rice to be part of it, knows he needs funds to reboot hi struggling side, according to the Sun.

The West Ham star recieved rave reviews last season with some commanding performances in the middle of the park. But he has struggled, as have his side, this campaign.

The 58-year-old spent four months working in Holland and insists he has not been put off working abroad again, despite Den Haag struggling near the foot of the table when the season was annulled.

West Ham stars continued training by themselves at the club's Rush Green base as they prepare for the resumption of the Premier League season. Angelo Ogbonna was among those present.

Atletico Madrid midfielder Hector Herrera is on the radar of West Ham United as the Mexican is due to leave the Rojiblancos once the transfer window reopens.

From James Milner playing for Swindon Town to Ashley Cole at Crystal Palace, Sportsmail brings you 10 loan spells you've almost certainly long forgotten about.

EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES: The Premier League will make a desperate plea for unity this week amid claims that the bottom six clubs are sabotaging plans to resume the season.