After months of soul-searching, controversy and debate, Italy are ready to let football do the talking again as Roberto Mancini kickstarts his second spell in charge.

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente will not allow the World Cup winners to rest on their laurels as they get back into action this week for the first time since their triumph.

This blockbuster west African showdown in Bouake between former champions is the highlight of the 24 matchday one fixtures.

The 38-year-old sustained an injury to his right bowling hand while fielding at Old Trafford on Saturday as England completed a 3-0 T20 whitewash of the tourists.

Henry Pollock's previous contract is understood to have been worth around £150,000 a year.