Real Madrid striker and Barcelona pair shortlisted for the 2011/12 UEFA best player in Europe award.

English Premier League champions, Manchester City have appointed Ferran Soriano as their new chief executive officer.

Neil Leifer talks about how technology has impacted sports photography over the years.

Liverpool agree fee for Moroccan winger, with Sunderland and Newcastle also completing signings as Premier League kick off approaches

Wealth, fame, the adulation of thousands and constant media attention. The life of a footballer in one of Europe’s top leagues is far removed from that of the average man on the street.