Andy Mitten

The Catalan is fast becoming a key player in the English Premier League side's midfield, writes Andy Mitten.

Organisers of previous Games believe the city has what it takes to be a successful Olympic host, writes Andy Mitten.

The Spanish side have won just seven of 35 games in 2012, and fans have been protesting against the board since March.

The pair, along with Andres Iniesta, have both been nominated for the prestigious award in a year of outstanding achievement - and both are determined to win it.

The Argentine coach won the title twice as a player with Los Che, but finds himself carrying the can for their fall in form.

Take our poll: A member of the National Olympic Committee confirms to The National at the Host Cities Summit held at Meydan that they will be bidding for the 2024 Games.

For once, Real head into the Madrid derby without the tag of favourites, says Andy Mitten.

With two thirds of the season still to play, Messi has already scored the same number of goals as the Real Madrid legend Emilio Butragueno netted to win the Pichichi in 1990/91, writes Andy Mitten.

With citizens of Catalonia going to the polls today, Andy Mitten , in Barcelona, examines the role of the city's famous football club and what independence could mean for its future.

Possible exit of the in-demand Colombian striker could fetch the ailing Primera Liga club much needed cash.

The Real Madrid forward still has an affinity with Sir Alex Ferguson and the other Manchester club as he prepares to face Roberto Mancini's side.

Basque club's form has dipped alarmingly from the previous season, writes Andy Mitten.

Andy Mitten has no doubts the Barcelona great will break every one he sets out to.

The former Barcelona coach will be inundated with lucrative offers when he decides to return from self-imposed exile.

But physical violence to dispute personal grievances is wrong, on or off the camera. It is only a game, writes Andy Mitten.