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Brazilian goal-scorer Neymar started an anti-racism campaign in response to the incident happened in Barcelona's 3-2 win at Villareal.

The Liga de Futbol Profesional (LFP) has cleared Barcelona of any violations of the rules in the signing of Neymar last year, the organization announced on Tuesday.

English powerhouse Manchester City and French giant Paris Saint-Germain have been discovered violating the UEFA's Financial Fair Play rules, a BBC News reported.

Arsenal's goal scorer Theo Walcott said his knee rehabilitation is progressing well, but he's not ruling out the possibility of losing the 2014-15 season, the English football star said in an interview with ESPN FC.

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho fended off criticism he received for employing what pundits considered a "parking the bus" tactic in the Blues' 2-0 win over Liverpool in the weekend.

Portuguese striker Cristiano Ronaldo was all praise for his current manager Carlo Ancelloti, who guided Real Madrid to the UEFA Champions League final round after beating defending champion Bayern Munich on Tuesday.

Javier Zanetti is set to become director of Inter Milan at the end of the season, according to multiple sources on Tuesday.

Luis Suarez's strong play this season has stirred up rumors that Spanish powerhouse Real Madrid will try to get the Uruguayan goal-scorer this summer. However, manager Brendan Rodgers is confident Suarez will stay at Anfield for more seasons.

Atletico Madrid is looking to lock up Diego Costa through the summer transfer window, according to Real GM on Wednesday.

Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron said an insider told him that he will likely be selected somewhere between no.16 and no.35 in the draft.

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tomy Romo said he's feeling good after kicking off his offseason throwing program last week at Valley Ranch, a source close to situation reported on Tuesday.

The New York Jets might be interested to select Tom Savage of Pittsburgh after the team hosted him last week for a pre-draft visit, according to NFL Trade Rumors.com.

The Minnesota Vikings have set their sight on UCF signal-caller Blake Bortles as their top quarterback prospect, according to a reliable league source on Tuesday.

Real Madrid attacker Gareth Bale was delighted after his club advanced to the finals of this year's Champions League at Bayern Munich's expense, and believes that a move to the Bernabeu was worth it.

Openside flanker Scott Fuglistaller re-signed with Melbourne Rebels for an extension of two years

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho reiterated the importance of having a balance, offensively and defensively, in a team amid attacks on his tactics employed during the Blues' past few games.

Bill Kristol in a live report on Sunday commented on the racist remarks made by NBA's LA Clippers Owner Donald Sterling. Kristol's defensive tone for Sterling's plight immediately earned him negative feedback from viewers and most Internet users.

The Australian Football League has appointed a new CEO, Glen McLachlan, on Wednesday

Real Madrid are reportedly ready to offload Chelsea target striker Karim Benzema for a bid in the region of £40million as they look to raid on Premier League clubs for either Luis Suarez or Sergio Aguero.

Alex McKinnon was offered a job for life as the NRL promised to support the family, following his long-standing struggle for recovery from spinal injury.

The statement by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver on Tuesday urging league owners to force Los Angeles Clippers team owner Donald Sterling - who was banned for life in the NBA for recent racist remarks - to sell the team has generated interested just hours after the announcement.

The Philadelphia Eagles finally broke their silence on Tuesday, releasing a statement on their decision to release DeSean Jackson several weeks ago.

New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith is expected to get more reps than Michael Vick, who is signed to give the second-year competition at training camp.

The New England Patriots received some good news recently because of the on track progress of tight end Rob Gronkowski, who suffered an ACL injury on December 8.

Texas Rangers infielder Kevin Kouzmanoff is diagnosed with a herniated disc and is scheduled to go under the knife as soon as possible, a source close to situation reported on Tuesday.

The Cincinnati Reds could have their best closer in the coming weeks as reports indicated that Aroldis Champman is set to make a rehab stint after throwing 25 pitches during batting practice, the team announced on Tuesday.

Robinson Cano made a successful return in the Yankees Stadium, as he drove one run to help the Seattle Mariners take a 6-3 win over the NY Yankees on Tuesday.

The New York Yankees suffered a big blow after learning that slugger Jacoby Ellsbury and pitcher Michael Pineda are dealing with injuries, a league insider disclosed on Tuesday.

NBA owners are expected to finish the job started by commissioner Adam Silver by revoking Donald Sterling's ownership and forcing him to sale the Los Angeles Clippers franchise, according to a source close to situation.