‘Magical’ Messi boosts Barcelona, admits Alves
The Brazil international believes the return of the Blaugrana star can aid the club in their pursuit of Liga and Champions League success this season
Brazil’s Ronaldo: Cristiano Ronaldo ‘unlucky’ to have played in Messi’s era
The former Barcelona and Real Madrid striker believes the Blaugrana's current South American superstar is "a little bit better" than his Portuguese rival
Klopp: We cannot afford to give Ronaldo any space
The Borussia Dortmund boss has singled out the Portugal captain as Real Madrid's pre-eminent attacking threat and has again ruled out a move to the Blancos
Ronaldinho returns to Brazil squad
The Atletico Mineiro attacker has been named in the Selecao selection alongside the likes of Neymar and Leandro Damiao, with all European-based players having been omitted
Mallorca 1-0 Celta Vigo: Last gasp Dos Santos goal downs visitors
The former Tottenham forward struck a 93rd minute winner to keep alive his side's hopes of staving off the threat of relegation from La Liga
Roura proud of versatile Barcelona
The 45-year-old coach praised the Liga giants for not relying on their star names to secure victory following the 3-0 win on Sunday
TEAM NEWS: Van Persie, Rooney and Chicharito all start for Manchester United’s trip to Stoke
Sir Alex Ferguson has named a strong team for the trip to the Britannia Stadium as the league leaders aim to return to winning ways after defeat in the Manchester derby
Chelsea-Manchester City Betting Preview: Tevez to mastermind the Roman Army’s exit
The Blues hope to continue their rich form when they take on the Citizens at the Wembley Stadium in Sunday afternoon's FA Cup semi final clash
Agbonlahor can be Aston Villa’s very own Giggs, claims Lambert
The Scot believes the forward should follow in the footsteps of players such as the Manchester United winger in ending his career a one-club man
Referees should be treated like players after mistakes – Cruyff
The Dutch legend believes that the current system is not working, pointing out a number of high-profile errors in recent weeks
Beckham targets starting spot against Barcelona
The English midfielder has revealed his desire to play a significant role in his side's Champions League quarter-final second leg against the Catalunya club this week
Real Madrid 5-1 Levante: Higuain stunner sparks brilliant Blancos comeback
A moment of individual brilliance from the Argentine striker turned the game on its head after Michel's early opener had sparked Jose Mourinho's men into action