Andy Mitten

The former manager writes of his admiration for Barcelona and disdain for Rafa Benitez. Andy Mitten reports.

In his new autobiography, to be released on Wednesday, Sir Alex Ferguson talks about Italian corruption, falling out with Roy Keane and Wayne Rooney and why he didn't like Owen Hargreaves.

Saints fans keep the faith as Southampton ends losing skid at Old Trafford.

Eye-catching performances in the Emirates could be the launch pad for big moves and even big salaries, writes Andy Mitten.

Spain boasts Barcelona’s Camp Nou and Real Madrid’s Bernabeu, yet they are seldom the stage for national team matches. Instead, Spain work their way around not just favoured venues, but a range of smaller stadiums, taking the European and world champions to the provinces. It works.

Spain have gone from being arguably one of the greatest international teams in history to being a very good side still ranked No 1, but they made hard work of too many opponents during World Cup qualification.

The career of Barcelona and Spain’s Cesc Fabregas took off a decade ago thanks to the Fifa Under 17 World Cup.

Andy Mitten looks at five players who have gone on to enjoy successful careers after starring at Fifa Under 17 World Cup tournaments.

South American stars making up for Lionel Messi's absence at Barcelona.

Managers need to take special care when deciding whether to send budding young prospects out on loan.

If the big two in Primera Liga take a cut in television income it will help others competitively and that will be only good for the health of the league.

The Brazilian striker is best in the league and is even sought by Spain, writes Andy Mitten.

Madrid's fans not yet convinced by Ancelotti, PSG's Ibrahimovic not bothered by low scoring and United's Giggs could hit milestone, writes Andy Mitten.

Barcelona travel to Celtic aiming to learn their lessons from last season's 1-0 defeat and expecting a "brilliant" atmosphere.