The high road of public service and the low road of political advantage seem inextricably intertwined.

Myers went over the top in the clubhouse, berating a reporter who questioned Myers' terminology.

Oh, never mind — you have asked me now— that will do — make no apologies for the lateness of the invitation — I'll Adonize and be with you — a dinner is a sort of extempore performance.

Iceland played with courage, skill and togetherness and might also fancy their chances against France in Sunday’s quarter-final.