The French Rejection

Following the controversial non-decision in France's playoff with Ireland regarding Thierry Henry's handball, the French Football Federation have decided not to ask FIFA for a replay, based on the grounds that it was up to the referee to make the call, and a rematch isn't just.

Pep Calls For Video

Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola says that Thierry Henry's handball is a great example of why there should be video replays brought into soccer, while Ireland's Robbie Keane thanked Henry for saying that a replay of the match would be fair and agreed that the match should be redone.

Not In The Cards

FIFA has said that there will be no replay to the Ireland- France clash. Despite protests from the FAI, the world governing body said that the referees' decision at the time is final and it can't be changed. Former Ireland midfielder Roy Keane says that Ireland don't deserve a replay anyway.

Let's Play It Again!

The FAI have called for a replay of the vital WCQ match against France after a clear hand ball led to France winning the World Cup spot. FAI chief executive John Delaney says that the poor call has damaged the reputation of the sport and is grounds for a replay.

The Day After

Thierry Henry's uncalled hand ball against Ireland has been the talk of the soccer world over the last 24 hours and the banter has continued today. The man himself has admitted to the ball touching his hand, but says that he is not responsible for making the call and is happy to be headed to the...

Facing The Sack

Three players from Ghana, including Michael Essien and Sulley Muntari, are in hot water with their national teams after choosing to leave without permission and the former chairman of the Ghanaian Football Association has called for all three players to be cut from the squad.

Hand Of Henry

Ireland took probably the toughest loss of the day as they were bounced in extra time by France. After winning in regulation and leveling the tie, Thierry Henry seemed to have a clear handball that set up William Gallas's winner in the 103rd minute to dash the hopes of the Irish.