LIONEL MESSI staged another masterclass to power holders Barcelona into the quarter-finals of the Champions League at the expense of Stuttgart last night.

ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIC’S second-half equaliser earned Champions League holders Barcelona a hard- fought draw from the first leg of their last-16 tie against Stuttgart last night.

Northern Ireland 0 Serbia

WHEN IN DOUBT, always turn to Dylan, I say.

New Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trappatoni has named a team which combines youth an experience for tonight's friendly against Serbia.

RANGERS kept their European and quadruple dreams alive after another Ibrox shutout put them within sight of the UEFA Cup final.

DAVID MOYES was left distraught as his battling Everton side exited the UEFA Cup following a dramatic penalty shoot-out.

Fiorentina 2 Everton 0

VETERAN playmaker Tugay propelled Blackburn towards the knockout stages of the UEFA Cup with a superb strike at Ewood Park.