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Sid Lowe
More Messi magic
Irresistible Argentinian steals the show again to leave his old master grasping for a system.
How Suárez adds bite to FC Barcelona
It is nearly a week since Barcelona defeated Real Madrid in El Clasico, but the effects of Luis Suarez’s sublime goal are still being felt in Spain.
A new era at the Nou Camp
As Barcelona manager Luis Enrique tries to build a dream machine. He has to start work without its most important part.
Mourinho is just looking for love
At times the campaign against Madrid’s coach has been vicious and some of the criticism absurd. But much of the opprobrium has been earned.
From torment to teamplay for Torres
Chelsea striker, Fernando Torres says he is more mature and focused and owes a debt of gratitude to Liverpool, writes Sid Lowe.
That’s history, now for the future
The Spanish players had not left the Olympic Stadium in Kiev before minds were being focused on winning the 2014 World Cup.
Dani Alves: Right back on fast forward
The best defence is attack, according to the all-rounder Dani Alves, who has helped to reverse Barcelona’s fortunes and propel them to success.
Barcelona’s bid for redemption against Chelsea
The Champions League semifinal against Chelsea has become about more than just winning. It is a chance for Barça to beat the Blues convincingly.
Back where it all began
Pep Guardiola was not lying all those years ago when he told Cesc Fabregas that he would one day wear Barcelona’s No.4 shirt.
Minister battles for control of services Seta
Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande is locked in a battle with the board of the services Seta over control of the institution.
Man United’s Ferguson is ready to forget Rome
Manchester United are looking for revenge for their 2009 defeat, while Barcelona’s Eric Abidal will be happy just to play.
Liverpool was chaotic, says Torres
Fernando Torres has revealed that he resolved to leave Liverpool long before his January transfer to Chelsea because the club was in "chaos".
The X factor
Barcelona — and Spain — playmaker Xavi tells <b>Sid Lowe</b> about his football education, Cesc Fabregas and why Paul Scholes is the best midfielder
Messi the magnificent
The football world is running out of superlatives to describe the mesmerising skills of Barcelona’s Lionel Messi, writes <em>Sid Lowe</em>.
A Galaxy far, far away
As David Beckham leaves Real Madrid amidst the club’s presidential Star Wars, Ramón Calderón’s presidency hangs in the balance. He won an election last year on the narrowest of…