Football

Benitez played down the argument between Lampard and Luiz in Thursday's Europa League match at Rubin Kazan.

A half fit Lionel Messi provided the pass for a crucial goal by Pedro in the 70th minute, ensuring Barca a semi-final spot in the Champions League.

East Bengal coach Trevor Morgan feels leaders Churchill Brothers are still the favourites to win the I-League football title.

The 36-year-old Neville joined Everton from Manchester United having won six Premier League titles, three FA Cups and the 1999 Champions League.

"This year we have made some mistakes unfortunately but now we can't do anything," said City coach Roberto Mancini.

"If you play strong against United, you can beat them," said the Man City coach ahead of the Manchester derby.

The AC Milan striker Balotelli has found himself in hot water yet again as he was caught smoking on a train.

Sporting will be looking to keep their unbeaten run going when they take on Bagan in the 23rd round of I-League at Duler Stadium.

In 2011, Radu signed a new five-year contract with the Rome-based club Lazio.

Martin O'Neill believes he was unlucky to be dismissed by Sunderland after helping keep them in the Premier League last season.

A second half strike by Luciano Sobrosa helped Salgaocar FC beat Prayag United 1-0 in the 23rd round of the I-League football championship.

Chelsea have gone through seven managers since Mourinho left in 2007.

Di Canio, 44, replaced Martin O'Neill at relegation-threatened Sunderland on Sunday and his appointment sparked the resignation of a former government minister from the club's board.

The Real Madrid coach said Iker Casillas will have a difficult time recovering his spot as starting goalkeeper considering Diego Lopez's strong performances.

Juventus goalkeeper Buffon admitted that his side has "not forgotten" the defeat to Inter earlier in the season.

Spain, England find themselves in an undignified tangle at the halfway point on the road to the World Cup in Brazil.