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Sampdoria 2 Cagliari 0: Eto´o off the mark 7 March 2015 Sampdoria moved to within three points of the UEFA Champions League qualification spots in Serie A as Samuel Eto'o's first goal for the club helped them to a 2-0 win over 10-man Cagliari. On his sixth appearance since joining from...

Casillas one month away from Real Madrid return The Spain international's recovery schedule is running smoothly and he could be fit again by the middle of March Ramos: My style has never been doubted The Spain international has brushed off failing to mark Danny Welbeck in the draw with...

La Liga: Sevilla 3 Deportivo La Coruna 1 16 February 2013 Gary Medel scored twice as Sevilla's hopes of a European berth rose on the back of a 3-1 La Liga win over Deportivo La Coruna. Croatia midfielder Ivan Raktic headed hosts Sevilla into the lead after just five minutes at Sanchez...

Valdano: There is no conspiracy against Real Madrid The Argentine has dismissed suggestions of a media campaign against the reigning Spanish champions, despite the club's denial of reports of a dressing room rift Koke: Catching best-ever Barcelona will be difficult The Spain Under-21...

Pep Guardiola confirmed as Bayern Munich coach on three-year deal • Guardiola to replace Jupp Heynckes in summer • Had been linked with Chelsea and Manchester City Wednesday 16 January 2013 18.05 GMT Bayern Munich have announced that Pep Guardiola will become the club's new coach when Jupp...

There is match-fixing in La Liga, claims LFP vice-president The LFP vice-president has voiced his opinion that match-fixing has spread to the Spanish top flight, while he refuses to blame the schedule for low attendance figures Jan 15, 2013 11:50:00 AM By Stefan Coerts Javier Tebas...

Extra Time: Messi & Ronaldo star in TV commercial The duo may forge one of the most competitive rivalries in sport, but that did not stop them from teaming up in an advert to promote Al Jazeera's coverage of the Clasico Jan 13, 2013 3:05:00 PM By Livio Caferoglu Lionel Messi and Cristiano...

Guardiola: I want to manage in Premier League The 41-year-old is one of the most sought-after managers in football and, after being linked with Bayern Munich, his latest revelation will give fresh hope to his English suitors Chelsea goalkeeper Courtois open to extending Atletico Madrid loan...

Messi: Trophies more 'exciting' than individual prizes The four-time Ballon d'Or winner admits it is nice to be recognised for his personal efforts but prefers to achieve success as part of a team Wenger hopes Fabregas will return to Arsenal one day The Frenchman believes his former player...

La Liga wrap: Barca win at Malaga, Atletico keep pace 14 January 2013 Barcelona's outstanding season continued with a 3-1 victory at Malaga in Sunday's La Liga action. The Catalan giants have now won 18 of their 19 league fixtures this season, only dropping points in a 2-2 draw against...

La Liga: Athletic Bilbao 1 Rayo Vallecano 2 12 January 2013 In-form Rayo Vallecano won 2-1 away to struggling Athletic Bilbao on Friday, carrying their impressive La Liga form into 2013. Rayo took the lead through a goal from Alhassane Bangoura three minutes into the second half at Estadio...

La Liga preview: Malaga looking to test Barcelona 10 January 2013 Runaway La Liga leaders Barcelona will travel to Malaga on Sunday hoping to keep their perfect league record intact. Barca have been ruthless this season, only dropping points to Real Madrid in a 2-2 draw in October, and will...

Vicente del Bosque named 2012 Fifa Coach of the Year The veteran tactician was rewarded for winning Euro 2012, finishing ahead of Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho and former Barcelona man Pep Guardiola Jan 7, 2013 6:20:00 PM By Stefan Coerts Spain boss Vicente del Bosque has won the 2012...

Miroslav Stoch wins Fifa Puskas award The Slovakia international got the most votes in the annual vote for the goal of the year prize and finished ahead of some of the game's most exciting talents Jan 7, 2013 6:50:00 PM Fenerbahce winger Miroslav Stoch has pipped Atletico Madrid striker...

Matthaus hits out at FIFPro World XI The former Germany international was not impressed with the dominance of La Liga, but felt Lionel Messi fully deserved to win the Ballon d'Or Jan 8, 2013 12:16:00 PM By Stefan Coerts Lothar Matthaus has voiced his surprise at the composition of the...

Barcelona will not sell Villa, insists Rosell The experienced striker has caught the attention of Arsenal, but his current club are keen to hold on to him until the end of the season Ronaldo remains a fantastic player, says Marcelo The Brazil international has offered the Portuguese words of...

Valverde: Granada red card was referee's decision The Spaniard defended his player's behaviour amidst the team's contentious come-from-behind victory which ensured they would keep the pressure up in the race for fourth place Montanier praises Varane's potential The French boss has lauded the...

La Liga: Rayo Vallecano 3 Getafe 1 8 January 2013 Rayo Vallecano moved up to seventh in La Liga with an impressive victory over Getafe on Monday night. Spanish veteran Piti netted a brace for the victors, while Lass also got his name on the scoresheet. Paco Alcacer did manage to find the...

La Liga: Real Zaragoza 1 Real Betis 2 5 January 2013 Real Betis held on at Real Zaragoza to record a 2-1 win on Saturday and stay fifth in La Liga. Despite the home side dominating the opening half, with both Helder Postiga and Alvaro Gonzalez missing chances, it was Betis who went ahead...