Real Madrid’s Marcelo back in training ahead of PSG tie

Marcelo has returned to training with Real Madrid, providing Zinedine Zidane a fitness boost ahead of next week’s Champions League last-16 trip to Paris Saint-Germain.

Dominant Man City thump woeful Arsenal

Three first-half goals saw Premier League leaders Manchester City complete their second 3-0 victory over Arsenal in the space of five days at the Emirates Stadium on Thursday night.

I really want to score at Camp Nou – Griezmann

Barcelona are favourites to sign Antoine Griezmann from Atletico Madrid, but first he hopes to down them at Camp Nou on Sunday.

England’s only world-class player is Kane – Sheringham

Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane is the only world-class England player heading into the World Cup, according to Teddy Sheringham.

United prioritising money over football – Van Gaal

Louis van Gaal has taken aim at former employers Manchester United by describing them as “a commercial club” whose priority is money.

I’m only an employee – Wenger

Arsene Wenger says his Arsenal future is not in his hands, insisting he is only an “employee” at the Premier League club amid growing pressure on the long-serving French manager.

Totti honoured with top Laureus awards

Roma great Francesco Totti has been honoured with an Exceptional Achievement award in recognition of his decorated career at the Laureus awards.

Conte prime candidate for Italy job

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte has been confirmed as a prime candidate for the Italy head coach job.

Arsenal should target managers like Pochettino – Wright

Ian Wright struggled to make a case for under-fire boss Arsene Wenger to continue at Arsenal next season as the former striker said the Gunners should target a manager like Tottenham’s Mauricio Pochettino.

City shouldn’t be put on a “pedestal” – Kompany

Vincent Kompany insisted Manchester City should not be put on a “pedestal” following their EFL Cup success as he challenged the club to win more trophies.