Xavi believes Sterling is winning race to replace Messi and Ronaldo
Legendary Barcelona midfielder Xavi believes Manchester City’s Raheem Sterling is leading the way to become the world’s next best player.
I want to win the Ballon d’Or more times than Messi – Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo is determined to end his career with at least one more Ballon d’Or than great rival Lionel Messi as he attempts to establish himself as the greatest player of all time.
Barkley is our penalty-taker, insists Chelsea boss Lampard
Frank Lampard confirmed Ross Barkley was Chelsea’s designated penalty-taker despite the on-field argument that preceded his crucial miss against Valencia.
Valverde lauds Ter Stegen after goalkeeper helps Barcelona grab draw
Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde has admitted his side were indebted to the heroics of goalkeeper Marc-Andre Ter Stegen after ‘suffering’ in the goalless Champions League opener at Borussia Dortmund.
Klopp: Penalty call was game changer for Liverpool
Jurgen Klopp has questioned the awarding of a penalty to Napoli which he felt proved decisive as Liverpool started the defence of their Champions League crown on a bum note.
PUMA launches RUSH football boot pack
PUMA has launched the RUSH football boot pack in a vibrant ‘Yellow Alert’ colourway, in recognition of the masterful players who take risks, believe in their abilities and go beyond the conventional.
Cagliari avoid punishment over fans’ alleged racist abuse of Lukaku
Cagliari have avoided punishment after supporters allegedly aimed racist abuse at Inter Milan striker Romelu Lukaku earlier this month.
Tuchel, Zidane anticipate tight battle in Champions League
Head coach Thomas Tuchel feels Paris Saint-Germain can use their opening Champions League fixture against Real Madrid to deliver a big team performance.
Man City defender Stones sidelined for five weeks – Guardiola
Manchester City defender John Stones will be out for around five weeks with a muscular problem, manager Pep Guardiola has announced.
Liverpool begin Champions League defence with defeat against Napoli
Liverpool began the defence of their Champions League crown on a losing note as Dries Mertens’ penalty and Fernando Llorente’s injury-time strike handed Napoli a 2-0 victory.