SIX OF THE BEST FIXTURES

Syria vs Australia October 5 Play-off first leg in Malaysia – winners of the tie face CONCACAF opposition for a World Cup spot

Argentina vs Peru October 5 Peru are on course for Russia; Argentina only for a play-off berth – unless Messi & Co. seal victory

Wales vs Rep of Ireland October 9 A British Isles head-to-head in Cardiff – in what could be a crucial final Group D clash

Liverpool vs Man United

October 14 Jurgen Klopp is yet to secure a league win over the Reds’ rivals: will this be the German’s day?

Derby vs Nott’m Forest

October 15 Old pals reunite in the biannual East Midlands friendship match – not really, this will be feisty

Real Madrid vs Tottenham

October 17 Spurs lost 4-0 on their last visit: this time, at least Peter Crouch can’t get sent off after 15 minutes