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John Barnes acknowledged Liverpool have been unlucky in front of goal this season but remains adamant it is only a matter of time before the club's strikers start firing again.

Manchester United striker Michael Owen says he is preparing himself to step up when called upon in the side's chase for the title, with his past match winners making him a possible unlikely hero for the English giants.

Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo is confident that Los Blancos can overturn a one-goal deficit and beat Bayern Munich at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday to reach the Champions League final.

Denilson makes u-turn and reveals he is planning a return to Arsenal after all

According to some reports, Manchester City's troubled Italian forward Mario Balotelli is set to tie the knot with girlfriend Raffaella Fico.

Chelsea are interested in signing Benfica midfielder Javi Garcia in the summer.

Former Manchester City manager Kevin Keegan believes Manchester United are "slight favourites" to claim the Premier League title and believes their experience of title run-ins will prove crucial at the Etihad next Monday.

Marseille midfielder Stephane Mbia expects to join either Chelsea or Manchester United is the next five years.

Manchester City, who are keenly waiting for the transfer season this summer, are reportedly targeting Napoli striker Edinson Cavani following his recent statement that he may be leaving the Italian club in the summer, according to a Daily Mail report.

Last night, events left Chelsea fans in a euphoric state, as the west London side fought back from 2-0 down to draw with Barcelona at Camp Nou and move through to the Champions League final as a result.

The FA, who have been hunting for a long-term and permanent appointment to replace former national team coach Fabio Capello, will, according to a report in the Telegraph, make an announcement very soon.

Real have won 10 of its last 11 UCL matches at home, while Bayern managed only one victory in its last four European away games.

Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown has lauded the contribution of Chelsea midfielder Ramires to his side's remarkable two-legged victory over Barcelona.

Sir Alex Ferguson will add to his Manchester United squad regardless of whether they pip Manchester City to the Premier League title, according to club legend Bryan Robson.

Reports are widely speculating that Eden Hazard is still considering a move to Tottenham in the summer, despite Manchester United confirming that they are chasing the playmaker.

Martin Skrtel has admitted that he would choose Jose Enrique or Daniel Agger to win player of the season for Liverpool, with the centre back saying he knows just how good they can be on the pitch.

AC Milan loanee Alberto Aquilani could yet return to parent club Liverpool this summer with the Serie A side still to agree a deal for the Italian.

David Beckham could be included in the Team GB football squad, Stuart Pearce reveals

Watch all the highlights from Barcelona vs Chelsea, Champions League semi-final second leg match.

Graham Poll believes referee Cuneyt Cakir was right to send off John Terry on Tuesday night for his "senseless" challenge on Alexis Sanchez.

Tim Wiese could be set for a move to White Hart Lane come summer, but Real Madrid and Hoffenheim are circling

Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard praised his team's "never say die" attitude following the Blues' stunning performance at the Camp Nou on Tuesday night.

Roman Abramovich may have to look elsewhere for a more permanent managerial appointment, after primary target Jose Mourinho sent out his clearest signal yet that he intends to remain at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Chelsea made Champions League history after coming back from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 with Barcelona in the second leg of the semi final, with the Blues playing with just 10 men after captain John Terry saw red.

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has lavished praise on France boss Laurent Blanc.

Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand says he still believes that Diego Maradona is better than Lionel Messi, with the stalwart claiming that Messi's teammates have had a hand in making him look like the superstar he is.

Chelsea striker Didier Drogba's future at Stamford Bridge remains uncertain, according to the player's agent.

Success for City on Monday would mean a first league title since 1968, while should United triumph at the Etihad it would almost certainly mean a 20th championship for the red half of the city.

Tottenham news: Kyle Walker has revealed the greatest honour in winning the PFA Young Player Of The Year award was the many successful players nominated around him, with the Tottenham youngster expressing his gratitude over taking out such an honour.