The fall-out from Saturday's game between England and Turkey continues to fascinate most papers.The Daily Star vilifies Turkish defender Alpay, who was involved in an ugly spat with David Beckham during the 0-0 draw that saw England through to Euro 2004.
It says Aston Villa's Alpay faces hostile treatment from fans at future Premiership games and may even be forced to quit the league.
The Sun concurs and lauds teenaged striker Wayne Rooney, who apparently leapt to Beckham's defence in Istanbul.
 | BACK PAGE HEADLINES The Times: Injuries hit England The Guardian: Sven stays - for Portugal at least The Daily Telegraph: Record sixth title for Schumacher The Independent: England send signal of intent The Sun: Rooney's revenge The Daily Express: Alpay: You're to blame Becks The Daily Mail: Sven to stay The Daily Star: Give him hell |
There is no respite for England coach Sven-Goran Eriksson, as the press circle him in pursuit of cast-iron commitment to the cause.
Both the Star and the Daily Mail say the Swede has promised to guide England to the finals in Portugal.
Turning to the rugby World Cup. England's other team in the spotlight earn praise after their emphatic winning start against hapless Georgia.
"England send signal of intent," chimes The Independent, following an 84-6 trouncing of the European minnows.
The Times takes a more cautious line, however, in response to the news that all of Clive Woodward's scrum-halves have picked up knocks. The Daily Telegraph pays deserved respect to Michael Schumacher, who has won the Formula One drivers' title for a record sixth time.
And American jockey Willie Shoemaker receives glowing tributes after his death on Sunday at the age of 72.
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