Fernando Torres: What Happened?

Fernando Torres is certainly at a crossroads in his career where he's walking a fine line in being considered a bust for Chelsea, in the same light as Shevchenko was. Can he turn it around? 

Once known as one of the world's most feared striker, Torres is now scraping for 1st team action at Chelsea.

José Mourinho vs Translator, UEFA Champions League

Seems like José Mourinho was not too happy with what his words were translated to.

What would we do without José Mourinho?

Click read more for some other press moments with Mr. Mourinho.

Lionel Messi & Cristiano Ronaldo: Beyond The Competition

Throughout the past several seasons it's been clear, although there are many great players around the world, it seems that Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have established a standard that no other player can emulate in the top flight.

International Weekend: European Powerhouses Maintain Euro 2012 Charge

This weekend marked the returned to international football for Europe as the powerhouses maintained their dominance although with some difficulties. 

La Liga: A Two Horse Race?

FC Barcelona were crowned champions of Spain for the 3rd consecutive year and in the same span Real Madrid finished 2nd. What's alarming is that no other club has come realistically close to challenging these 2 clubs and the last time a club other then FC Barcelona or Real Madrid won the league was back in 2004. 

Has La Liga effectively become a 2-horse race? Can other clubs still compete?

Rapid Reaction: UEFA Champions League Final Post-Match - Manchester United v FC Barcelona

FC Barcelona and Manchester United held the headlines of the soccer world this past week and they didn't disappoint. In a match with various underlying themes (Manchester United redeeming their 2009 Final loss & Barcelona reclaiming their spot at the top of Europe), both sides were aware of the historical ramifications of this game. The winner would transcend to a different level in European folklore by claiming a 4th title. The odds were pretty stacked against Manchester United and how would they fair?

UEFA Champions League Final: FC Barcelona v Manchester United Preview

The stage is set and these 2 European Powerhouses will face off on May 28th for the right to be called European Champions. Many of us recall the last time these 2 met on this grand stage and since then many players have left and many still remain. Have United improved since their defeat last time around to Barcelona? Will Barcelona be able to match their achievement in 2009?

Coentrão On His Way Out? Real Madrid & Liverpool Pressing

Fabio Coentrão is the latest of Portugal's gems to attract interest amongst many of Europe's top clubs. A speedy and tricky player, Coentrão had initially played as a winger until SL Benfica manager Jorge Jesus encouraged the youngster to try-out the LB slot. The rest as we say is history and after an impressive 2 seasons, which saw him having earned a starting spot on the Portuguese National team, has led him to become one of Europe's most wanted players.

Manchester United & FC Barcelona Both 1 Point Away

Manchester United and FC Barcelona are both only 1 point away from clinching their domestic titles. 

Real Madrid: Pursuit of Justice & Redemption

Pepe & Real Madrid are still on UEFA's case about the events which took place in the semi-final 1st leg.

Well I'm glad that's over, now we can try and go back to footballing matters. Not so fast, Real Madrid still has a bone to pick with you, UEFA.

Rapid Reaction: UEFA Europa League Semi-Finals 2nd Leg

After an evening of football, it came down to 2 sides claiming their opportunity for glory in Dublin. So which 2 clubs made it through? 

UEFA Europa League: Tomorrow We Find Out Who Our Finalists Are

Tomorrow, May 5th, we'll know who our finalists are. Those 2 clubs who have endured to have a chance for the ultimate prize in Dublin. Despite being UEFA's second tier competition, the Europa League, in it's 2nd season, has produced some excellent quality matches which have led people to argue that certain sides within the competition this year could even have contended for the UEFA Champions League. 

Rapid Reaction: Real Madrid CF v FC Barcelona 2nd Leg

The 2nd leg of the Mega-Clásico between these 2 Spanish giants wrapped up what was a fiery encounter between 2 of Europe's most distinguished clubs. Fortunately, no one was sent off, but what's clear is that this rivalry is as intense as it's ever been. 

José Mourinho: Will We See More Magic Tomorrow Evening?

José Mourinho is a man that has experienced many of the pressures and consequences of club football in a relatively short period of time in an average top-flight managers career. However, Mourinho is far from being an average manager as we all know by now and even his hardest critics recognize that. But can the Portuguese master-mind and self-labeled "Special One" deliver us magic once again? He doesn't think so, but is that what he really thinks or just wants us to all believe ahead of tomorrow evenings clash at Nou Camp.

An image from so long ago.

Mourinho Set For Round 2

José Mourinho looks set to participate from the stands for the return leg against FC Barcelona at the Nou Camp. FC Barcelona lead the tie having won 2-0 in Madrid. 

Real Madrid Proof: Dani Alves Simulation

Real Madrid have posted what they are calling photo evidence on their website of Dani Alves simulating a foul which led to Pepe's dismissal. As a matter of fact, if you visit Real Madrid's website, they have posted this very photo on the home page. Is there any other club rivalry in the world that is more intense then this one?

UEFA Champions League Semi-Final Update: Barcelona & Manchester Win 2-0

We've made it through the first legs of the 2010-2011 UEFA Champions League semi-finals and the picture is shaping up to be a Manchester United v FC Barcelona final, a re-match of the 2009 final match where Barcelona knocked off the then defending champions Manchester United.

UEFA Europa League Semi-Final Preview: FC Porto v Villarreal CF

The semi-finals will be an all Iberian affair with 3 Portuguese clubs (FC Porto, SL Benfica and SC Braga) participating and Villarreal CF as the lone-ranger from Spain. What should we expect from these matches and who will make it to Dublin on May 18th? Here's the first segment of our preview.

Oops! Sergio Ramos Drops The Copa Del Rey

Sergio Ramos got a little carried away it seems during the celebration as he accidently dropped the trophy! Pictures and video below.

La Liga Table Update

 Current La Liga standings