Ronaldo’s drive puts him above Messi – Carlos

Cristiano Ronaldo’s professionalism and determination set him apart from Lionel Messi and Neymar, according to Real Madrid great Roberto Carlos.

Sterling aims to build on best-ever season

Manchester City star Raheem Sterling is keen to build on his newfound status as a prolific goalscorer.

Bayern stars underperformed for Ancelotti – Capello

Fabio Capello has accused Bayern Munich’s stars of failing to give their all under Carlo Ancelotti, who was sacked by the Bundesliga giants in September.

Klopp admits eyebrows will be raised at Van Dijk fee

Netherlands international Virgil van Dijk will prove his worth to Liverpool over the long term, according to Reds boss Jurgen Klopp.

Late Tomkins header not enough to defeat Arsenal

Alexis Sanchez stole the show with a pair of excellent quickfire goals as Arsenal beat Crystal Palace 3-2 at Selhurst Park in Arsene Wenger’s record-equalling 810th Premier League match in charge of the club.

Salah capable of playing for Real Madrid – Cuper

Liverpool star Mohamed Salah is good enough to play for Real Madrid, according to Egypt coach Hector Cuper.

Kane aiming to match Messi, Ronaldo dominance

Tottenham Hotspur star Harry Kane insists it is too early for him to be compared to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, but he is eager to get to that level.

Van Dijk finally completes ‘world-record’ Liverpool move

Virgil van Dijk’s protracted move from Southampton to Liverpool has been completed, with the reported £75-million fee a world record for a defender.

Sterling sends leaders 15 points clear

Manchester City made it 18 wins in a row in the Premier League with a 1-0 procession against Newcastle United on Wednesday.

Leonardo Bonucci can’t defend – Capello

Former AC Milan boss Fabio Capello says Leonardo Bonucci “can’t defend” and was fortunate to play in a system that suited him at Juventus.