A special two-hour edition featuring highlights of all four home countries' crucial football World Cup qualifying matches, plus snooker and rugby league.
World Cup Football
England v Holland
England hope to take another big step towards qualification in this important home match at Wembley. They start level on points with Holland in Group 2, but with one game in hand.
Commentary by John Motson with Trevor Brooking.
Czech / Slovak Republics v Wales
Wales's inspired 2-0 win over Group 4 leaders Belgium in Cardiff last month kept their World Cup dreams alive, but they face a tough challenge tonight against the unified team from the former Czechoslovakia.
Commentary by Tony Gubba. Portugal v Scotland
Scotland's proud World Cup record is under threat; they cannot afford a second defeat in Group 1 tonight. Commentary by Barry Davies .
Spain v Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland's chances of reaching the finals appear slim after losing 3-0 to the Republic of Ireland last month. Spain should qualify from Group 3.
World Snooker
The semi-final line up will be completed tonight. Stereo
Rugby League
A look ahead to this Saturday's Silk Cut Challenge Cup final between Widnes and Wigan. ProducerVivien Kent
Editor Brian Barwick
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