Here are are things learned from the opening day draw between Chelsea and Swansea City.
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Messi is said to be the greatest player in the world. But a loss in the World Cup final and now in Copa America raises serious questions of his ability.
Football has become impatient and volatile and the sacking of Pearson just symbolizes the fact that no matter how you perform, you can still be sacked.
Selling Petr Cech to London rivals Arsenal can result in negative consequences for Chelsea next season.
After the resignation of Blatter some names have come up for the possible candidates for the FIFA presidential elections.
Big Sam's departure is announced after the loss to Newcastle as the management decided not to renew his contract.
Carlo Ancelotti will be ending his term with Real Madrid after failing to win any silverware this season, while Rafa Benitez is seen as the successor.
Barclays have revealed the nominees for the Player and Manager of the season awards, with Chelsea players dominating the list and Mourinho the favorite.
Guardiola is unlikely to move to Etihad this season as he still needs to clinch the Champions league title with Bayern.
Any slender chance of Liverpool playing in Europe next season were dashed when they drew at Stamford Bridge against the Champions, Chelsea.
Barcelona romped to a 3 nil win at Camp Nou against Guardiola's Bayern Munich, firmly placing them in control of the tie and have one foot in the finals.