CR7 wouldnt undergo Messi's Meltdown

Lionel Messi missed the first penalty in Argentina's shootout defeat to Chile in the Copa Centenario final and his team went on to lose yet again. One thing's for sure: it would never have happened to Cristiano Ronaldo.

That's not because Ronaldo is any better at penalties than Messi – he’s not – but, crucially, he wouldn’t have taken the first one. Ronaldo would have waited until spot kick number five, that way he alone could drink in the acclaim and celebrate.

He is consumed by that thirst for individual glory, Messi is not to the same extent. The three-time Ballon d’Or winner called his decisive fifth penalty in the Champions League final shootout against Atletico Madrid earlier this year the “winning goal”. Ronaldo is driven purely seeing the ball hit the net and having his name associated with a team-earned success more than any other.

It’s not because he’s cowardly - the fifth penalty is a nightmare in the wrong hands - but Messi is different. Messi is egotistical in many ways but he is more equipped as a football brain than is Ronaldo. Messi knows he is the best player on any team he plays. He has a keen analytical mind, acquired from years of working with Ronaldinho, Xavi and Andres Iniesta.

Herrera : I am happy at Manchester united

Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera has admitted he is very lucky to be at Old Trafford and says he never once questioned his future during a spell on the bench earlier this season.

The 25-year-old has emerged as one of United's standout performers in the second half of the season and has started the last eight games for Louis van Gaal's side, scoring four goals in the process.

After initially struggling to force his way into the first-team picture at the club, Herrera insists he was always settled in England and that he feels fortunate to be playing for the Red Devils.

The ex-Athletic Bilbao star told United Review: "I'm very happy. Even when I was not playing, I was also happy. I am at Manchester United. I feel really lucky to be here.

"The manager has to decide who is playing or not but we have to respect always the decision he makes. The manager wants the best for the team, the best for us and we have to follow him always.

"When I signed for Manchester United, I was thinking of players like Michael Carrick, Wayne Rooney, Antonio Valencia, Rafael da Silva and, although he is not here now, Darren Fletcher. These are people who have been playing for a long time for United.

"It's my dream to be here for a long time because I am in the right team, in the right league and in the right country. I feel very happy and I want to stay at the club for many years to come.

"I feel I quickly adapted to this league and this country because I am so comfortable here. I think [we at] Manchester United are always helping each other to adapt and to feel like we're at home. I feel really good at United and I hope to stay here for a long time."

Luis Enrique : I am not Worried about Neymar

Barcelona coach Luis Enrique says he is not concerned about Neymar's disappointing run of form in recent weeks.

The Brazil international, 23, scored an impressive 17 goals in his first 20 La Liga games of 2014-15, but has been unable to add to his tally in his last five league matches.

Nevertheless, Luis Enrique has stressed the former Santos man still adds a lot to the team even if he doesn't score.

"I am not worried about Neymar's form," the Barcelona coach said at a press conference.

He added: "We are more than happy with Iniesta's performances. Andres gives the team a lot in all aspects of the game.

"He is a pleasure to watch. Of course, I always want all my players to improve and do even better."

The Barcelona coach also discussed his side's title chances, with the Catalans currently holding a four-point lead over second-placed Real Madrid.

"We are in a privileged position at the moment, but that does not mean we have already won the title.

"We will continue to look good in the table as long as we can keep improving. But there are still many games to be played."

Juventus Confirm Tevez Injury

Juventus have confirmed Carlos Tevez has suffered a thigh injury that will keep him out of Tuesday's Coppa Italia semi-final second leg clash against Fiorentina.

The 31-year-old inspired the Bianconeri to a 2-0 win over Empoli in Serie A on Saturday but his all-action display has come at a cost.

He will be unavailable as the Italian champions look to overturn a 2-1 first-leg loss to the Florentine outfit and will undergo further tests to find out how long he will be out of action.

A statement on the club's official website said: "Carlos Tevez will miss out on tonight’s Coppa Italia semi-final return leg clash with Fiorentina. .

His absence is a big blow to Juve's hopes of reaching the final of the Coppa Italia as they trail the Viola following the first leg in Turin and could see Alessandro Matri replace him in the starting XI.

Massimiliano Allegri will also hope Tevez's injury is not severe enough to rule him out of his side's Champions League quarter-final first leg clash against Monaco next week.

The Argentina star has enjoyed one of the most prolific seasons of his career having scored 25 goals in all competitions to help Juve continue their bid for the treble.

Emenike shocked by bus shooting

Nigeria international and Fenerbache forward Emmanuel Emenike has described as ‘unbelievable’ attack on his team after their win in the Turkish topflight on Saturday.
The Turkish outfit were returning from their 5-1 win over Rizespor on Saturday when their bus was shot at, leaving driver hospitalised with wounds he suffered from the attack and doctors have since confirmed that a metal object was found in the driver's head. The incident left several players in shock on a day we should be celebrating a big away win," Emenike told BBC Sport.

"I was on the phone with my brother when I heard the loud sound and I thought one of our tyres had busted because the bus was swerving on the road.

"But when I found our security officer in front of the bus I knew something must have gone awfully wrong."

"We quickly realised the security guy was the one who hit the brake, and he said the driver [who was already soaked in blood] had been shot,” he continued.

"The word 'shot' came as a big shock but when we saw blood and the shattered driver's side window, it quickly turned into a scary moment for everyone on the bus.

"It's unbelievable that some people actually fired shots at our bus and the driver was badly hit, a bus conveying footballers and officials.