The Ken Condon-trained filly lines up in the Juddmonte Cheveley Park Stakes

Wolves and Traoré, the great bogeyman, should be a revealing test for Pep Guardiola

If anyone can maximise Messi’s strengths while covering his weaknesses, it’s Pep Guardiola

‘Returning legend’ plans to clear out club’s old guard – except Messi – but it won’t be easy

Jordan Henderson lifted the Premier League trophy and was named player of the year

Third draw in four for Catalan club has made defending their La Liga title very difficult

He changed the way football was played at the highest level as a player and manager

The Dubliner’s time playing in the North American Soccer League was the start of a love affair with the city

The appointment of former Real Betis boss represents a huge gamble for the Catalans

City and United managers have kind words for each other ahead of derby

Eyes on the prize – here are some you could not miss

Dutch coach’s previous jobs have led to stronger foundations for women’s football

That Keith Earls and Jacob Stockdale have yet to score a try is an institutional failure

Derek Spence recalls the famous night when he netted a late equaliser against the very best

Football’s ability to provide a wrinkle frustrates manager’s dreams of order

Startingly smooth visitors prove too good for tired Tottenham

Edwin van der Sar: 'We reached a level of football nobody expected'

Still coaching at Spurs, the legendary goalkeeper is thrilled with the club’s progress

A look back over their 10 home defeats in 15 years of matches at Camp Nou in Catalonia

Dutch side in surprise triumph over Real Madrid

Edwin Van der Sar and Marc Overmars knew something was wrong when they returned

Innovation hub works on nutrition, training regimens, injury management and even sleep patterns in search of an edge on the pitch

The only female coach working in men’s pro football in Ireland on her battle for acceptance

Jimmy McIlroy's innovation captured the tradition of brains over brawn in Irish soccer

Manchester City manager’s wife and daughters were caught up in 2017 terror attack

There are times Guardiola’s smooth team might benefit from a bit more personality

Star striker didn’t have a shot in sluggish San Siro performance

The prolific striker has adapted his game to meet the demands of the rigorous Catalan coach

Ally MacLeod aimed for the stars in 1978 but found himself in the gutter . . .

Maradona’s Hand of God shows what can happen when your attempt to kid a kidder

Leinster senior coach in his first major club role but his second coming has begun

Tipping Point: Arsene Wenger’s departure underlines increasingly obvious trend

City coach’s high-minded approach sets him up for criticism but record speaks for itself

Style and substance the mark of a coach who has guided Man City to the cusp of the title

Engrained culture of battling for a ‘cause’ familiar to Real Madrid and Barcelona

Joanne O’Riordan: The forgotten story of the pioneering Inmaculada Cabecerán Soler

Ronald Koeman, Frank Rijkaard and Frank de Boer all better suited to comforts of Barca

Manager less than bullish despite presiding over squad worth €860 million

Seven of the starting lineup in 4-1 Europa League win over Lyon were 21 or under

Barcelona manager’s departure was foretold but the announcement was unforeseen