Everton have benefited from the technical brilliance of Leon Osman in recent years, watching the midfielder hone is trade at Goodison Park. International recognition with England has eluded Osman though and may never be forthcoming.
Tottenham have experienced an upturn in form, while Chelsea top the Premier League. Something has to give at White Hart Lane. We preview the match.
When Borussia Dortmund and Schalke meet neither side lacks motivation to give everything for victory. And this Bundesliga duel will be no different. We preview the game.
Marseille’s Coupe de la Ligue win was the only bright spot in a dark season for the French giants in 2011/12. However, they have shrugged that off in style this year and made a brilliant start to the new Ligue 1 campaign.
Belgium look to be powering their way to the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, while Scotland realistically need three points from this match to keep their hopes alive. Can they get them? We preview it.
Russia and Portugal both have designs on topping Group F to qualify for the 2014 World Cup in style. Fabio Capello must devise a way to stop Cristiano Ronaldo from doing damage here. We preview the match.
Defensive midfielders used to rule the Premier League – and sides had to have one. But the picture has changed, with deep playmakers threatening to kill them off.
When Marseille and Paris Saint-Germain meet it is known as ‘Le Classique’, which gives a clue as to the importance of this Ligue 1 clash. Both are title contenders and both want to win. We preview the match.
Juventus still top Serie A, but produced a lacklustre display against Fiorentina in their last match. Better is needed when Roma visit. Will they up their game? We preview the match.
Arsenal have genuine Premier League title hopes after a bright start to the season, but Chelsea top the table. Can Arsene Wenger’s men beat the Blues? We preview the match.
