Football

Van Persie has a contract with Arsenal until the summer of 2013, and has so far been hesitant to sign a new deal.

Chelsea's players have a growing belief they can down the mighty Barcelona in their Champions League semi-final.

Manager Roberto Mancini said they should be happy finishing second to Manchester United because they are "not on the moon".

Amid EPL clashes, Liverpool face Everton while Chelsea lock horns with Tottenham in the FA Cup semi-finals.

Tottenham's push for Champions League is hit by a 2-1 loss against Norwich. Also, Newcastle beat Bolton 2-0.

Juan Mata scored a priceless late winner as Chelsea saw off a brave Wigan side with a 2-1 win.

Messi broke the record for the most goals in a single Champions League campaign and equalled the all-time European Cup record.

The result is a blow to Napoli's bid for third place in Serie A standings.

Milan took an important step towards Serie A crown as they came from a goal down to secure a 2-1 win.

Malaga's fourth win in a five-game unbeaten streak lifted them even on points with fourth-place Levante.

Juventus are keen to add some fresh blood to their attack this summer.

The Bolton midfielder was in hospital after collapsing during a match at Tottenham that was subsequently abandoned.

Tournament favourites DPR Korea easily disposed off Palestine 2-0 in the second semi-final.

Juventus have drawn six of their past seven league games and now have more draws (14) than wins (13).

Some reports have claimed that Mourinho was poised to return to London to manage Chelsea.

The midfielder scored all three goals for Liverpool as the Reds defeated Everton 3-0.