11.   Lazio made most of the early running with Italian international midfielder Stefano Fiore prominent.

12.   Liverpool made the early running with Steve McManaman and Barnes going close.

13.   Scot Colin McRae and Subaru teammate Carlos Sainz of Spain made the early running in the Acropolis rally here on Sunday.

14.   Skipper Gianluca Vialli confirmed what many expect on Wednesday night at the Olympic stadium, that Juventus will make the early running.

15.   So it was no surprise when Juventus made the early running, winning their first two games.

16.   Spanish champions Atletico Madrid face a tough home match with third placed Betis on Sunday as they attempt to stay in the early running to retain their title.