English midfielder Joey Barton has attracted more than his fair share of controversy throughout his career so far. Now Barton has the chance for a fresh start in France at Marseille, and he is relishing it.
Borussia Dortmund are already through to the knockout round of the Champions League, but Manchester City need to win this match. Can they? We preview it.
Brazilian giants Palmeiras have suffered the pain of relegation. But 2013 will still see the club in the Copa Libertadores, even with Serie B on the agenda.
Everton started the season well, but have gone off the boil of late. Opponents Arsenal have also been at less than their best. Which side will stand up here? We preview it.
Chelsea may get a boost from new manager Rafael Benitez, but beating Man City in this Premier League match will need more than that. We preview it.
Marseille and Lille both have title aspirations in Ligue 1, but each have question marks over their ability to challenge. We preview the meeting between the two.
Roberto Di Matteo’s sacking from the job as Chelsea manager and his replacement by Rafael Benitez are just further stops on owner Roman Abramovich’s desire for a Barcelona-esque club. However, money cannot buy La Masia.
Manchester City look to be on the way out of the Champions League, barring a miracle. Can they create one against Real Madrid at the Etihad Stadium? We preview it.
Juventus and Chelsea look to be battling for one qualifying spot in the Champions League’s Group E. This match in Turin is then crucial. We preview the vital clash.
Napoli are definite contenders for the Serie A title and will want to put a struggling AC Milan to the sword here. Can they? We preview the match at the San Paulo.
