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Real Madrid stage three-goal comeback, including controversial penalty, to reclaim top spot

Real Madrid came from two goals down to swiftly reclaim top spot in LaLiga with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Villarreal.

Sun, 26 Feb, 2017

Managers under microscope

By profession Arrigo Sacchi was a shoe salesman, and not a very good one, before becoming manager of Milan and winning back-to-back European Cups.

Tue, 03 Jan, 2017

Ivan Rakitic goal ensures Barca start title defence with back-to-back wins

LaLiga champions Barcelona claimed an impressive 1-0 win away to Athletic Bilbao on Sunday night thanks to an Ivan Rakitic goal after 20 minutes.

Mon, 29 Aug, 2016

Zinedine Zidane talks up Real Madrid's title hopes after Getafe thrashing

Real Madrid boosted their hopes of catching Primera Division leaders Barcelona by thrashing struggling Getafe 5-1 with goals from Karim Benzema, Isco, Gareth Bale, James Rodriguez and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Sat, 16 Apr, 2016

Risky business as clubs want more than just stability

When Southampton’s then-chief executive Nicola Cortese sacked Nigel Adkins in January 2013, it was described as a brutal and bizarre betrayal.

Wed, 05 Aug, 2015