Anthony Grant and Josh Simpson hit the goals as Southend end League Two leaders Torquay's 100% start to the season.

Tranmere record their first league win of the season thanks to Arnaud Mendy's strike against Peterborough.

England and Tottenham defender Michael Dawson is ruled out of Tuesday's game against Switzerland because of an injury.

Plymouth Argyle confirm that midfielder Simon Walton has returned after having his loan at Sheffield United cancelled.

Lewis Guy comes off the bench to grab all three points for 10-man MK Dons in a close encounter against Hartlepool.

Scott Brown believes victories at home are paramount after Scotland open their Euro 2012 qualifying campaign with a goalless draw in Lithuania.

John Toshack says Wales' October clash with Bulgaria is a must-win after the Montenegro loss as his managerial future is queried.

Rangers striker Kenny Miller insists the speculation surrounding his future is not affecting his game.

The second round draw for the Johnstone's Paint Trophy has been made.

Craig Levein criticises Turkish referee Cuneyt Cakira after Scotland start their Euro 2012 campaign with a 0-0 draw in Lithuania.

England manager Fabio Capello praises Jermain Defoe after the Tottenham striker scores a hat-trick in the 4-0 Euro 2012 qualifying win over Bulgaria.

Wales boss John Toshack criticises a challenge on James Collins in their loss to Montenegro that left the player needing hospital treatment for a facial injury.

Northern Ireland boss Nigel Worthington hails the "superb" performance of his team in the 1-0 Euro 2012 qualifier win over Slovenia in Maribor.

Andrew Little scores twice as Northern Ireland U21 beat San Marino 4-0 at Coleraine Showgrounds.

Chris Maguire's equaliser in Belarus keeps Scotland's under-21 side on course for a Uefa Championship play-off place.

Jermain Defoe scores a hat-trick as England get their Euro 2012 qualifying campaign off to a fine start with a 4-0 victory against Bulgaria at Wembley.

Substitute Corry Evans scores with his first touch to give Northern Ireland a 1-0 win over Slovenia in the opening Euro 2012 qualifier in Maribor.

Scotland have to settle for a point as their Euro 2012 qualification campaign begins with frustration in Lithuania.

England Under-21s keep their hopes of qualifying for next summer's European Championships alive with victory over Portugal in Barcelos.

Montenegro captain Mirko Vucinic scores a fine solo goal to condemn Wales to defeat in their opening Euro 2012 qualifier.