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Boca beat Milan on penalties in Audi Cup clash (Jul 31, 2009 19:58 GMT)
Boca Juniors piled the misery on AC Milan by securing third place at the Audi Cup and extending the Rossoneri's streak of defeats to five by winning a penalty shoot-out at the Allianz Arena.
Leonardo unperturbed by Milan's summer form (Jul 31, 2009 15:35 GMT)
AC Milan coach Leonardo is remaining upbeat despite his side's fifth consecutive defeat in pre-season to Boca Juniors on Thursday.
Mutu loses appeal against Chelsea damages (Jul 31, 2009 11:15 GMT)
Former Chelsea striker Adrian Mutu has lost his appeal against FIFA's ruling that he must pay the English club €17m in damages for breach of contract.
Guardiola: Barca transfer business all but done (Jul 31, 2009 10:42 GMT)
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola admits the club may not make any more summer signings.
Bayern Munich 4-1 AC Milan (Jul 30, 2009 22:17 GMT)
Bayern Munich demolished AC Milan with a fine display of confident, attacking football on their first appearance at the Allianz Arena since Louis van Gaal took over.
Arbeloa delighted to return to the Bernabeu (Jul 30, 2009 20:33 GMT)
Alvaro Arbeloa revealed he set his heart on a return to Real Madrid as soon as he discovered the Spanish giants were interested in taking him back to the Bernabeu this summer.
German authorities agree to reinstate Super Cup (Jul 30, 2009 16:14 GMT)
The German Super Cup should become an official fixture on the calendar from next season after the German Football League today unanimously agreed on its reintroduction.
Hearts confirm six week injury blow for Driver (Jul 30, 2009 13:54 GMT)
Hearts have suffered a major blow after confirming star winger Andrew Driver is out for six weeks.
Kaka: I knew I was Real-bound in January (Jul 30, 2009 13:31 GMT)
Kaka has claimed his move to Real Madrid from AC Milan was decided on as early as January.
Marseille concern over new-boy Gonzalez's injury (Jul 30, 2009 08:44 GMT)
Marseille are set to be without marquee signing Lucho Gonzalez for the first few weeks of the new Ligue 1 season after he injured his left shoulder in a friendly match against St Etienne.
Beckenbauer sets Ribery price tag at €94m (Jul 29, 2009 10:58 GMT)
Bayern Munich President Franz Beckenbauer has set midfielder Franck Ribery's price tag at around €94m, raising again speculation about his possible transfer to Real Madrid.
Carter: Out with the old, in with the new (Jul 29, 2009 07:12 GMT)
Jon Carter on how new coach Didier Deschamps is making his mark on his Marseille side.
Zlatan: It was Barcelona or nothing for me (Jul 28, 2009 21:09 GMT)
New Barcelona striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has admitted he would not have been allowed to leave Inter Milan for any other club.
Eto'o denies having a problem with Mourinho (Jul 28, 2009 16:29 GMT)
Inter Milan new boy Samuel Eto'o has rubbished suggestions he has ever had a problem with new coach Jose Mourinho.
Van Gaal: Ribery could be fit for start of season (Jul 28, 2009 15:56 GMT)
Franck Ribery could yet figure at the start of the upcoming Bundesliga season after his coach Louis van Gaal said he was making good progress in his recovery from a knee injury.
Fenerbahce accept Lyon offer for Guiza (Jul 28, 2009 14:59 GMT)
Lyon could finally have been successful in their search for a striker after Fenerbahce accepted an offer for Daniel Guiza.
Morientes delighted to be reunited with Deschamps (Jul 28, 2009 11:42 GMT)
Marseille new boy Fernando Morientes claims it was the opportunity to be reunited with Didier Deschamps that saw him jump at the chance of moving to the Stade Velodrome.
McClaren targets more success with Twente (Jul 28, 2009 10:47 GMT)
FC Twente coach Steve McClaren admits it will be tough for his side to match their achievements of last season, let alone to improve on it.
Peace Cup: Porto stay top of group with Lyon win (Jul 28, 2009 07:38 GMT)
Lyon's hopes of making the Peace Cup final for the fourth successive time were crushed after they slumped to a 2-0 defeat against Porto in Huelva.
Eto'o plans on improving scoring record at Inter (Jul 28, 2009 07:36 GMT)
Samuel Eto'o has signed a five-year deal with Inter Milan and pledged to better his prolific goalscoring record at Barcelona.
Italian pair have drug-related bans overturned (Jul 27, 2009 16:22 GMT)
Italian soccer players Daniele Mannini and Davide Possanzini have had their one-year bans for arriving late to a doping test overturned, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) said on Monday.
Ex-Celtic star Hartson recovering after cancer op (Jul 27, 2009 16:12 GMT)
Critically-ill former Celtic star John Hartson is getting stronger and has made an excellent recovery from a procedure carried out on his brain at the weekend, his doctor said today.
Messi shines in Barcelona rout (Jul 27, 2009 15:56 GMT)
Lionel Messi was handed a second-half cameo as Barcelona claimed a 4-1 win over Egypt's Al Ahly to end their Wembley Cup on a winning note.
Hoffenheim coach Rangnick set for new contract (Jul 27, 2009 15:53 GMT)
Hoffenheim owner Dietmar Hopp is set to offer coach Ralf Rangnick a new contract.
Totti poised to sign lifetime deal at Roma (Jul 27, 2009 14:22 GMT)
Francesco Totti is poised to sign a deal that will keep him at Roma for the rest of his career.
McGeady relishing new Celtic start under Mowbray (Jul 27, 2009 10:40 GMT)
Aiden McGeady admits he is relieved to have been handed a new start at Celtic following the change of manager.
Dortmund boss defends 'youtube' signing (Jul 27, 2009 08:29 GMT)
Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp insists he did a lot more than just watch new signing Lucas Barrios' goals on Youtube before deciding to bring the Argentinian striker to the club.
Ronaldo unperturbed by slow start at Bernabeu (Jul 27, 2009 07:56 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo was unconcerned that his home debut for Real Madrid failed to result in a victory, pointing out the main target is to be in peak form in time for the start of the new Primera Division season.
Betis seeking a reprieve from La Liga relegation (Jul 26, 2009 19:16 GMT)
Relegated Real Betis have written to Spain's professional soccer league (LFP) asking for information about media reports that promoted Xerez could be thrown out of the nation's top division.
Marquez on verge of return (Jul 26, 2009 11:38 GMT)
Barcelona defender Rafael Marquez is targeting the club`s upcoming trip to the United States to make his return to the squad following injury.
Bordeaux beat Guingamp in French curtain raiser (Jul 26, 2009 09:41 GMT)
Fernando Cavenaghi's first-half strike and a late second by Fernando allowed Bordeaux to beat Guingamp and retain the Trophee des Champions.
Alkmaar beat Heerenveen 5-1 to win Super Cup (Jul 26, 2009 09:32 GMT)
Dutch champions AZ Alkmaar scored three goals in the first half-hour before settling their first Dutch Super Cup win with a 5-1 thrashing of Heerenveen on Saturday.
Villarreal old board charged with tax offence (Jul 25, 2009 09:19 GMT)
The public prosecutor in Castellon has charged the members of Villarreal's board between 2004 and 2005 with tax and accounting offences, a local court said on Friday.
Scottish side Livingston go into administration (Jul 24, 2009 11:21 GMT)
An interim administrator has been appointed to take over at cash-strapped Livingston Football Club to bring "some stability" to the running of the Scottish First Division Club.
Celtic sign £1.5m defender Fox from Coventry (Jul 24, 2009 11:03 GMT)
Celtic have signed target Danny Fox in time for their Champions League qualifier against Dinamo Moscow.
Ajax coach Jol closing in on Demy de Zeeuw (Jul 24, 2009 08:47 GMT)
Ajax manager Martin Jol is hoping to tie up a deal for AZ Alkmaar midfielder Demy de Zeeuw in the next few days.
Bangor to be next target for Dubai investment? (Jul 24, 2009 08:43 GMT)
It has been revealed that Bangor City are to become the target for the next takeover from the Middle East.
Barcelona snap up Brazilian striker Keirrison (Jul 23, 2009 12:46 GMT)
Barcelona have agreed to sign Brazilian forward Keirrison from Palmeiras on a five-year contract for €14m, the Spanish and European champions said on Thursday.
New boy Melo: I can win everything at Juventus (Jul 23, 2009 10:41 GMT)
Juventus new boy Felipe Melo is targeting a wealth of silverware after completing his move from Fiorentina.
Eto'o moving closer to Inter move, says agent (Jul 22, 2009 21:27 GMT)
A deal to take Samuel Eto'o to Inter Milan, with Zlatan Ibrahimovic going in the opposite direction, appears to be a step closer.
Milan interested in swoop for Juve's Trezeguet (Jul 22, 2009 18:00 GMT)
AC Milan hope David Beckham will return to the club for five months from January despite the anger of LA Galaxy fans, the Italian club's chief executive Adriano Galliani said on Tuesday.
Borowski leaves Bayern Munich to rejoin Bremen (Jul 22, 2009 15:35 GMT)
Germany midfielder Tim Borowski has rejoined Werder Bremen from Bayern Munich.
Carter: Porto find success as a stepping stone (Jul 22, 2009 10:08 GMT)
Jon Carter looks at how FC Porto still bring in trophies despite selling all their best players.
Pocognoli signs extended deal with AZ Alkmaar (Jul 22, 2009 10:07 GMT)
Sebastien Pocognoli has signed a contract extension with AZ Alkmaar, tying him to the club until 2014.
Milan hope of landing another Beckham loan (Jul 21, 2009 16:59 GMT)
AC Milan hope David Beckham will return to the club for five months from January despite the anger of LA Galaxy fans, the Italian club's chief executive Adriano Galliani said on Tuesday.
Maher: Ronaldo flatters to deceive on debut (Jul 21, 2009 09:44 GMT)
Gareth Maher on Real Madrid's pre-season trip to Shamrock Rovers as Cristiano Ronaldo made his bow.
Loovens hits back over Edu's ''malicious'' claims (Jul 21, 2009 07:43 GMT)
Celtic defender Glenn Loovens insists he is not a dirty player in response to comments made by Rangers midfielder Maurice Edu.
Ronaldo quiet as Rovers almost hold off Real (Jul 20, 2009 21:20 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo struggled to make any impact against Shamrock Rovers in his first appearance for Real Madrid.
Cologne snap up Maniche on free transfer (Jul 20, 2009 17:57 GMT)
Portuguese international Maniche has joined Bundesliga club Cologne on a two-year contract.
Striker Berg jets in to complete Hamburg switch (Jul 20, 2009 10:32 GMT)
New Hamburg signing Marcus Berg is hoping he can take his fine goalscoring form from Holland into the Bundesliga.
Lahm: Bayern must reclaim Bundesliga title (Jul 20, 2009 10:10 GMT)
Philipp Lahm says Bayern Munich must reclaim the Bundesliga title in Louis van Gaal's first season at the club.
Atletico coach Resino confident over duo (Jul 19, 2009 19:30 GMT)
Atletico Madrid coach Abel Resino is confident Sergio Aguero and Diego Forlan will both be at the Vicente Calderon next season, although he admits anything could happen.
Bayern end Bosingwa interest (Jul 19, 2009 15:03 GMT)
Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has admitted defeat in the club's pursuit of Chelsea defender Jose Bosingwa.
Milan boss Leonardo would welcome Beckham back (Jul 19, 2009 13:47 GMT)
AC Milan coach Leonardo would welcome David Beckham back at the San Siro.
Milan target a move for Sao Paulo star Hernanes (Jul 19, 2009 11:04 GMT)
Milan have reportedly identified Sao Paulo midfield star Hernanes as their next summer signing.
Rummenigge threatens Real (Jul 19, 2009 11:00 GMT)
Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has threatened to take action against Real Madrid if they do not drop their interest in Franck Ribery immediately.
Rangers' Novo expecting major Celtic challenge (Jul 18, 2009 11:32 GMT)
Nacho Novo admits Rangers are expecting a major challenge from Celtic next season after appointing Tony Mowbray as their new manager.
Hamburg coach happy with signing of Berg (Jul 18, 2009 11:29 GMT)
Hamburg coach Bruno Labbadia is confident he has signed a proven goalscorer after Marcus Berg completed his move from Dutch side FC Groningen.
Gonzalez close to takeover of Real Mallorca (Jul 18, 2009 10:50 GMT)
Real Mallorca president Mateu Alemany and Madrid businessman Carlos Gonzalez have reached a preliminary accord for Gonzalez to buy Alemany's 93 percent stake, the Primera Liga club said on their website.
Del Piero extends Juve contract to 2011 (Jul 17, 2009 13:50 GMT)
Juventus's 34-year-old captain Alessandro Del Piero has extended his contract with the Serie A club by a year until 2011.
Europa League: Fulham set for Helsinki trip (Jul 17, 2009 13:17 GMT)
Fulham have been drawn against either FK Vetra (Lithuania) or HJK Helsinki (Finland) in the third qualifying round of the Europa League.
Pirlo going nowhere, insists AC Milan president (Jul 17, 2009 11:05 GMT)
AC Milan vice executive president Adriano Galliani insists Andrea Pirlo will remain at the San Siro despite ongoing speculation linking the Italy international with a move to Chelsea.
ESPN gets rights to Scottish Premier League (Jul 16, 2009 18:48 GMT)
The Scottish Premier League has awarded Sky Sports and ESPN the exclusive live rights to Clydesdale Bank Premier League games for the next five seasons.
Serbia impose limits on foreign players from 2010 (Jul 15, 2009 18:08 GMT)
Serbia will limit the number of foreign players at all levels from the 2010-2011 season to give more opportunities to home grown players.
Bouwes: The first champions of Europe? (Jul 15, 2009 11:22 GMT)
Ernst Bouwes delves into the history books to when RAP of Amsterdam were "European champions"'.
Greek giants embark on transfer odyssey (Jul 15, 2009 11:02 GMT)
Jon Carter looks at how two Greek clubs are trying to get a slice of the transfer action.
Nancy boys call off England tour in fear of swine flu (Jul 15, 2009 10:41 GMT)
Nancy have cancelled their pre-season trip to England for health reasons.
Italian policeman jailed for killing Lazio fan (Jul 14, 2009 21:10 GMT)
An Italian policeman was sentenced to six years in prison on Tuesday for killing a Lazio supporter two years ago.
Maher: Los Galacticos touch down in Ireland (Jul 14, 2009 16:38 GMT)
Gareth Maher reports as Shamrock Rovers prepare for the arrival of Real Madrid.
Ronaldinho hopes to return to form with AC Milan (Jul 13, 2009 21:27 GMT)
Brazilian star Ronaldinho is setting his sights on to showing AC Milan his best form this season.
Kaka: Talent not enough for Real success (Jul 13, 2009 13:08 GMT)
Kaka has sought to temper any expectations that the big-money signings of himself and Cristiano Ronaldo this summer will instantly result in Real Madrid becoming an unbeatable side.
Former Celtic striker Hartson has cancer - report (Jul 13, 2009 12:29 GMT)
Celtic fans hope the battling qualities John Hartson displayed as a footballer will help him now as he fights cancer.
Ronaldinho promises to fill Milan's Kaka gap (Jul 13, 2009 08:35 GMT)
Ronaldinho has vowed to lessen the impact of Kaka's departure by having a "great season" for AC Milan.
Toulouse rule out sale of striker Gignac to Lyon (Jul 13, 2009 08:27 GMT)
Toulouse president Olivier Sadran maintains star striker Andre-Pierre Gignac will not be sold to Ligue 1 rivals Lyon.
Sulejmani unconcerned over Jol fitness claims (Jul 13, 2009 08:25 GMT)
Ajax striker Miralem Sulejmani has shrugged off comments by coach Martin Jol questioning the player's fitness levels.
Nakamura protests Ronaldo comparisons (Jul 12, 2009 11:59 GMT)
Japan's Shunsuke Nakamura protested against his "Galactico" billing after his arrival in Spain sparked a chaotic airport crush among Espanyol fans.
Ibrahimovic off the market, says Inter president (Jul 12, 2009 11:35 GMT)
Inter Milan are no longer willing to sell Zlatan Ibrahimovic and have taken Serie A's top scorer off the market, according to club president Massimo Moratti.
Ibrahimovic off the market, says Inter president (Jul 11, 2009 19:27 GMT)
Inter Milan are no longer willing to sell Zlatan Ibrahimovic and have taken Serie A's top scorer off the market, according to club president Massimo Moratti.
No Man Utd bid for Aguero, claims Atletico chief (Jul 11, 2009 11:33 GMT)
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has not received any offers from Manchester United for Sergio Aguero.
Benzema: I rejected United, Barca and Inter (Jul 10, 2009 07:42 GMT)
Karim Benzema revealed he rejected advances from the likes of Champions League finalists Barcelona and Manchester United before opting for his "dream'' move to Real Madrid.
Knee injury sidelines Ribery from Bayern friendly (Jul 10, 2009 07:33 GMT)
Bayern Munich winger Franck Ribery will miss Friday night's first pre-season friendly against Salzburg with a knee injury.
€41m striker Benzema unveiled by Real Madrid (Jul 9, 2009 19:54 GMT)
France striker Karim Benzema was presented as a Real Madrid player on Thursday night after completing his €41m transfer from Olympique Lyonnais.
Nakamura expects baptism of fire in Spain (Jul 9, 2009 07:42 GMT)
Shunsuke Nakamura expects little in the way of special treatment after signing for Spanish side Espanyol.
Hamburg's Alex Silva out for up to nine months (Jul 8, 2009 21:09 GMT)
Hamburg SV's Brazilian defender Alex Silva faces knee surgery and will miss most of next season after being injured in a friendly, team doctor Oliver Dierk said on Wednesday.
Atletico's Pernia in hospital after car accident (Jul 8, 2009 19:02 GMT)
Atletico Madrid defender Mariano Pernia is recovering from multiple injuries after a car accident in Argentina, the Spanish club said on their website on Wednesday.
Ronaldo: Fergie to thank for stalling my ego (Jul 8, 2009 15:33 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo credits Sir Alex Ferguson for turning him into a less selfish footballer.
Soriano returns to Valencia with injection of funds (Jul 7, 2009 23:04 GMT)
Former Valencia president Vicente Soriano has regained control of the debt-ridden Spanish club at the head of a group of investors who he says are ready to inject €500m.
Thousands greet Ronaldo's "dream" move (Jul 7, 2009 20:34 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo was greeted by a huge crowd of adoring fans as he was officially unveiled as a Real Madrid player on Monday evening.
Milan sign US defender Onyewu from Liege (Jul 7, 2009 11:31 GMT)
AC Milan quickly wrapped up a deal for United States centre back Oguchi Onyewu on Tuesday in a bid to quell supporter unrest over their transfer policy.
Milan bid for Huntelaar and Fabiano (Jul 7, 2009 10:54 GMT)
AC Milan have begun trying to spend the money they received for Kaka, tabling bids for two centre forwards - Klaas-Jan Huntelaar of Real Madrid, and Sevilla's Luis Fabiano.
Ronaldo: Madrid not a one-man band (Jul 7, 2009 10:15 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo has talked down suggestions he will single-handedly lead Real Madrid to European glory next season.
I'm going nowhere, insists Roma defender Mexes (Jul 6, 2009 11:54 GMT)
Roma defender Philippe Mexes has dismissed rumours linking him with a move away from the Eternal City this summer.
Berlusconi: Transfer fees must return to normal (Jul 6, 2009 10:42 GMT)
Football needs to rediscover normality after the vast transfer fees shelled out by Spain's Real Madrid, AC Milan owner Silvio Berlusconi has said.
Ronaldo plays down Real Madrid expectations (Jul 6, 2009 08:07 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo will be unveiled as a Real Madrid player on Monday amid fanfare and expectation - but he insists fans should not expect a repeat of Barcelona's unprecedented treble.
Smith: Every single Ger is still up for sale (Jul 5, 2009 10:52 GMT)
Rangers manager Walter Smith admits every single player is still up for sale this summer.
Marseille mourn death of owner Dreyfus (Jul 5, 2009 10:35 GMT)
Robert Louis-Dreyfus, the main shareholder in French soccer team Olympique Marseille, died on Saturday.
Real chief Perez wants Euro Super League (Jul 5, 2009 09:11 GMT)
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is plotting a football revolution in Europe after calling for the continent's biggest clubs to create a new "Super League".
Savidan career ended by heart defect? (Jul 4, 2009 16:47 GMT)
France striker Steve Savidan's career could be over after his transfer from Caen to Monaco collapsed because of a heart defect.
Keeper Landreau out for six months with cruciate (Jul 4, 2009 15:26 GMT)
France goalkeeper Mickael Landreau, who only joined Lille on Monday, has torn the cruciate ligament in his right knee and will be out for at least six months.
Milan chief admits interest in Huntelaar, Fabiano (Jul 4, 2009 09:23 GMT)
AC Milan are targeting Real Madrid striker Klaas Jan Huntelaar and Sevilla's Luis Fabiano, chief executive Adriano Galliani told reporters late on Friday.
Benzema mixed over the leaving of Lyon (Jul 4, 2009 09:07 GMT)
Outgoing Lyon striker Karim Benzema has confessed to mixed feelings over his impending move to Real Madrid.
Galatasaray in limbo as new stadium stalls (Jul 3, 2009 13:36 GMT)
The future of Galatasaray's $200-million new stadium appeared in doubt after Turkish construction officials said on Thursday they had sacked contractors for failing to meet conditions.
UEFA approve plans for refs to act on racism (Jul 3, 2009 13:30 GMT)
UEFA on Thursday approved new guidelines for match officials to deal with racist chants or other behaviour in stadiums which includes stopping the game.
Book "not closed" on Bayern bid for Bosingwa (Jul 3, 2009 12:00 GMT)
Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge says the club are still pursuing Chelsea defender Jose Bosingwa.
Valdano: Real have given up on signing Villa (Jul 2, 2009 21:28 GMT)
Real Madrid have confirmed they have abandoned their pursuit of Valencia striker David Villa after clinching a deal to sign Karim Benzema forward from Olympique Lyonnais.
Champions Wolfsburg fact Stuttgart in opener (Jul 2, 2009 11:18 GMT)
The 2009/10 Bundesliga season will commence on August 7 with defending champions Wolfsburg hosting their new coach Armin Veh's former side Stuttgart at the VW-Arena.
Hesse-Lichtenberger: Reaping the rewards of a winning mentality (Jul 2, 2009 08:34 GMT)
Uli explains how a coaching revolution in 2000 helped Germany seal the Euro U21 title.
Richardson: The final analysis (Jul 1, 2009 22:06 GMT)
Egan Richardson reviews the Euro U21's Championships and finds much swell Swedish pride.
Inter Milan hand Materazzi three-year deal (Jul 1, 2009 18:32 GMT)
Inter Milan defender Marco Materazzi has signed a new contract with the Serie A champions, keeping him at the club for another three seasons.
Daum targets title after taking over at Fenerbahce (Jul 1, 2009 16:01 GMT)
Christoph Daum has been tasked with winning the Turkish title three times in a row after being officially unveiled as the new Fenerbahce coach.
Zenit boss Advocaat appointed Belgium coach (Jul 1, 2009 15:25 GMT)
Zenit St Petersburg coach Dick Advocaat was appointed Belgium manager on Wednesday and will take up the post at the start of next year, the Belgian Football Association said.
Real Madrid's De la Red out for another season (Jul 1, 2009 14:01 GMT)
Real Madrid midfielder Ruben de la Red will miss the whole of the 2009/10 season as doctors have still not pinned down why he collapsed in a match in October, he said in a newspaper interview published on Wednesday.
Kaka: We'll challenge Barca for silverware (Jul 1, 2009 09:03 GMT)
Kaka is confident Real Madrid are building a squad capable of knocking Barcelona off their throne next season.
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Boca beat Milan on penalties in Audi Cup clash (Jul 31, 2009 19:58 GMT)
Boca Juniors piled the misery on AC Milan by securing third place at the Audi Cup and extending the Rossoneri's streak of defeats to five by winning a penalty shoot-out at the Allianz Arena.
Leonardo unperturbed by Milan's summer form (Jul 31, 2009 15:35 GMT)
AC Milan coach Leonardo is remaining upbeat despite his side's fifth consecutive defeat in pre-season to Boca Juniors on Thursday.
Mutu loses appeal against Chelsea damages (Jul 31, 2009 11:15 GMT)
Former Chelsea striker Adrian Mutu has lost his appeal against FIFA's ruling that he must pay the English club €17m in damages for breach of contract.
Guardiola: Barca transfer business all but done (Jul 31, 2009 10:42 GMT)
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola admits the club may not make any more summer signings.
Bayern Munich 4-1 AC Milan (Jul 30, 2009 22:17 GMT)
Bayern Munich demolished AC Milan with a fine display of confident, attacking football on their first appearance at the Allianz Arena since Louis van Gaal took over.
Arbeloa delighted to return to the Bernabeu (Jul 30, 2009 20:33 GMT)
Alvaro Arbeloa revealed he set his heart on a return to Real Madrid as soon as he discovered the Spanish giants were interested in taking him back to the Bernabeu this summer.
German authorities agree to reinstate Super Cup (Jul 30, 2009 16:14 GMT)
The German Super Cup should become an official fixture on the calendar from next season after the German Football League today unanimously agreed on its reintroduction.
Hearts confirm six week injury blow for Driver (Jul 30, 2009 13:54 GMT)
Hearts have suffered a major blow after confirming star winger Andrew Driver is out for six weeks.
Kaka: I knew I was Real-bound in January (Jul 30, 2009 13:31 GMT)
Kaka has claimed his move to Real Madrid from AC Milan was decided on as early as January.
Marseille concern over new-boy Gonzalez's injury (Jul 30, 2009 08:44 GMT)
Marseille are set to be without marquee signing Lucho Gonzalez for the first few weeks of the new Ligue 1 season after he injured his left shoulder in a friendly match against St Etienne.
Beckenbauer sets Ribery price tag at €94m (Jul 29, 2009 10:58 GMT)
Bayern Munich President Franz Beckenbauer has set midfielder Franck Ribery's price tag at around €94m, raising again speculation about his possible transfer to Real Madrid.
Carter: Out with the old, in with the new (Jul 29, 2009 07:12 GMT)
Jon Carter on how new coach Didier Deschamps is making his mark on his Marseille side.
Zlatan: It was Barcelona or nothing for me (Jul 28, 2009 21:09 GMT)
New Barcelona striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has admitted he would not have been allowed to leave Inter Milan for any other club.
Eto'o denies having a problem with Mourinho (Jul 28, 2009 16:29 GMT)
Inter Milan new boy Samuel Eto'o has rubbished suggestions he has ever had a problem with new coach Jose Mourinho.
Van Gaal: Ribery could be fit for start of season (Jul 28, 2009 15:56 GMT)
Franck Ribery could yet figure at the start of the upcoming Bundesliga season after his coach Louis van Gaal said he was making good progress in his recovery from a knee injury.
Fenerbahce accept Lyon offer for Guiza (Jul 28, 2009 14:59 GMT)
Lyon could finally have been successful in their search for a striker after Fenerbahce accepted an offer for Daniel Guiza.
Morientes delighted to be reunited with Deschamps (Jul 28, 2009 11:42 GMT)
Marseille new boy Fernando Morientes claims it was the opportunity to be reunited with Didier Deschamps that saw him jump at the chance of moving to the Stade Velodrome.
McClaren targets more success with Twente (Jul 28, 2009 10:47 GMT)
FC Twente coach Steve McClaren admits it will be tough for his side to match their achievements of last season, let alone to improve on it.
Peace Cup: Porto stay top of group with Lyon win (Jul 28, 2009 07:38 GMT)
Lyon's hopes of making the Peace Cup final for the fourth successive time were crushed after they slumped to a 2-0 defeat against Porto in Huelva.
Eto'o plans on improving scoring record at Inter (Jul 28, 2009 07:36 GMT)
Samuel Eto'o has signed a five-year deal with Inter Milan and pledged to better his prolific goalscoring record at Barcelona.
Italian pair have drug-related bans overturned (Jul 27, 2009 16:22 GMT)
Italian soccer players Daniele Mannini and Davide Possanzini have had their one-year bans for arriving late to a doping test overturned, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) said on Monday.
Ex-Celtic star Hartson recovering after cancer op (Jul 27, 2009 16:12 GMT)
Critically-ill former Celtic star John Hartson is getting stronger and has made an excellent recovery from a procedure carried out on his brain at the weekend, his doctor said today.
Messi shines in Barcelona rout (Jul 27, 2009 15:56 GMT)
Lionel Messi was handed a second-half cameo as Barcelona claimed a 4-1 win over Egypt's Al Ahly to end their Wembley Cup on a winning note.
Hoffenheim coach Rangnick set for new contract (Jul 27, 2009 15:53 GMT)
Hoffenheim owner Dietmar Hopp is set to offer coach Ralf Rangnick a new contract.
Totti poised to sign lifetime deal at Roma (Jul 27, 2009 14:22 GMT)
Francesco Totti is poised to sign a deal that will keep him at Roma for the rest of his career.
McGeady relishing new Celtic start under Mowbray (Jul 27, 2009 10:40 GMT)
Aiden McGeady admits he is relieved to have been handed a new start at Celtic following the change of manager.
Dortmund boss defends 'youtube' signing (Jul 27, 2009 08:29 GMT)
Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp insists he did a lot more than just watch new signing Lucas Barrios' goals on Youtube before deciding to bring the Argentinian striker to the club.
Ronaldo unperturbed by slow start at Bernabeu (Jul 27, 2009 07:56 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo was unconcerned that his home debut for Real Madrid failed to result in a victory, pointing out the main target is to be in peak form in time for the start of the new Primera Division season.
Betis seeking a reprieve from La Liga relegation (Jul 26, 2009 19:16 GMT)
Relegated Real Betis have written to Spain's professional soccer league (LFP) asking for information about media reports that promoted Xerez could be thrown out of the nation's top division.
Marquez on verge of return (Jul 26, 2009 11:38 GMT)
Barcelona defender Rafael Marquez is targeting the club`s upcoming trip to the United States to make his return to the squad following injury.
Bordeaux beat Guingamp in French curtain raiser (Jul 26, 2009 09:41 GMT)
Fernando Cavenaghi's first-half strike and a late second by Fernando allowed Bordeaux to beat Guingamp and retain the Trophee des Champions.
Alkmaar beat Heerenveen 5-1 to win Super Cup (Jul 26, 2009 09:32 GMT)
Dutch champions AZ Alkmaar scored three goals in the first half-hour before settling their first Dutch Super Cup win with a 5-1 thrashing of Heerenveen on Saturday.
Villarreal old board charged with tax offence (Jul 25, 2009 09:19 GMT)
The public prosecutor in Castellon has charged the members of Villarreal's board between 2004 and 2005 with tax and accounting offences, a local court said on Friday.
Scottish side Livingston go into administration (Jul 24, 2009 11:21 GMT)
An interim administrator has been appointed to take over at cash-strapped Livingston Football Club to bring "some stability" to the running of the Scottish First Division Club.
Celtic sign £1.5m defender Fox from Coventry (Jul 24, 2009 11:03 GMT)
Celtic have signed target Danny Fox in time for their Champions League qualifier against Dinamo Moscow.
Ajax coach Jol closing in on Demy de Zeeuw (Jul 24, 2009 08:47 GMT)
Ajax manager Martin Jol is hoping to tie up a deal for AZ Alkmaar midfielder Demy de Zeeuw in the next few days.
Bangor to be next target for Dubai investment? (Jul 24, 2009 08:43 GMT)
It has been revealed that Bangor City are to become the target for the next takeover from the Middle East.
Barcelona snap up Brazilian striker Keirrison (Jul 23, 2009 12:46 GMT)
Barcelona have agreed to sign Brazilian forward Keirrison from Palmeiras on a five-year contract for €14m, the Spanish and European champions said on Thursday.
New boy Melo: I can win everything at Juventus (Jul 23, 2009 10:41 GMT)
Juventus new boy Felipe Melo is targeting a wealth of silverware after completing his move from Fiorentina.
Eto'o moving closer to Inter move, says agent (Jul 22, 2009 21:27 GMT)
A deal to take Samuel Eto'o to Inter Milan, with Zlatan Ibrahimovic going in the opposite direction, appears to be a step closer.
Milan interested in swoop for Juve's Trezeguet (Jul 22, 2009 18:00 GMT)
AC Milan hope David Beckham will return to the club for five months from January despite the anger of LA Galaxy fans, the Italian club's chief executive Adriano Galliani said on Tuesday.
Borowski leaves Bayern Munich to rejoin Bremen (Jul 22, 2009 15:35 GMT)
Germany midfielder Tim Borowski has rejoined Werder Bremen from Bayern Munich.
Carter: Porto find success as a stepping stone (Jul 22, 2009 10:08 GMT)
Jon Carter looks at how FC Porto still bring in trophies despite selling all their best players.
Pocognoli signs extended deal with AZ Alkmaar (Jul 22, 2009 10:07 GMT)
Sebastien Pocognoli has signed a contract extension with AZ Alkmaar, tying him to the club until 2014.
Milan hope of landing another Beckham loan (Jul 21, 2009 16:59 GMT)
AC Milan hope David Beckham will return to the club for five months from January despite the anger of LA Galaxy fans, the Italian club's chief executive Adriano Galliani said on Tuesday.
Maher: Ronaldo flatters to deceive on debut (Jul 21, 2009 09:44 GMT)
Gareth Maher on Real Madrid's pre-season trip to Shamrock Rovers as Cristiano Ronaldo made his bow.
Loovens hits back over Edu's ''malicious'' claims (Jul 21, 2009 07:43 GMT)
Celtic defender Glenn Loovens insists he is not a dirty player in response to comments made by Rangers midfielder Maurice Edu.
Ronaldo quiet as Rovers almost hold off Real (Jul 20, 2009 21:20 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo struggled to make any impact against Shamrock Rovers in his first appearance for Real Madrid.
Cologne snap up Maniche on free transfer (Jul 20, 2009 17:57 GMT)
Portuguese international Maniche has joined Bundesliga club Cologne on a two-year contract.
Striker Berg jets in to complete Hamburg switch (Jul 20, 2009 10:32 GMT)
New Hamburg signing Marcus Berg is hoping he can take his fine goalscoring form from Holland into the Bundesliga.
Lahm: Bayern must reclaim Bundesliga title (Jul 20, 2009 10:10 GMT)
Philipp Lahm says Bayern Munich must reclaim the Bundesliga title in Louis van Gaal's first season at the club.
Atletico coach Resino confident over duo (Jul 19, 2009 19:30 GMT)
Atletico Madrid coach Abel Resino is confident Sergio Aguero and Diego Forlan will both be at the Vicente Calderon next season, although he admits anything could happen.
Bayern end Bosingwa interest (Jul 19, 2009 15:03 GMT)
Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has admitted defeat in the club's pursuit of Chelsea defender Jose Bosingwa.
Milan boss Leonardo would welcome Beckham back (Jul 19, 2009 13:47 GMT)
AC Milan coach Leonardo would welcome David Beckham back at the San Siro.
Milan target a move for Sao Paulo star Hernanes (Jul 19, 2009 11:04 GMT)
Milan have reportedly identified Sao Paulo midfield star Hernanes as their next summer signing.
Rummenigge threatens Real (Jul 19, 2009 11:00 GMT)
Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has threatened to take action against Real Madrid if they do not drop their interest in Franck Ribery immediately.
Rangers' Novo expecting major Celtic challenge (Jul 18, 2009 11:32 GMT)
Nacho Novo admits Rangers are expecting a major challenge from Celtic next season after appointing Tony Mowbray as their new manager.
Hamburg coach happy with signing of Berg (Jul 18, 2009 11:29 GMT)
Hamburg coach Bruno Labbadia is confident he has signed a proven goalscorer after Marcus Berg completed his move from Dutch side FC Groningen.
Gonzalez close to takeover of Real Mallorca (Jul 18, 2009 10:50 GMT)
Real Mallorca president Mateu Alemany and Madrid businessman Carlos Gonzalez have reached a preliminary accord for Gonzalez to buy Alemany's 93 percent stake, the Primera Liga club said on their website.
Del Piero extends Juve contract to 2011 (Jul 17, 2009 13:50 GMT)
Juventus's 34-year-old captain Alessandro Del Piero has extended his contract with the Serie A club by a year until 2011.
Europa League: Fulham set for Helsinki trip (Jul 17, 2009 13:17 GMT)
Fulham have been drawn against either FK Vetra (Lithuania) or HJK Helsinki (Finland) in the third qualifying round of the Europa League.
Pirlo going nowhere, insists AC Milan president (Jul 17, 2009 11:05 GMT)
AC Milan vice executive president Adriano Galliani insists Andrea Pirlo will remain at the San Siro despite ongoing speculation linking the Italy international with a move to Chelsea.
ESPN gets rights to Scottish Premier League (Jul 16, 2009 18:48 GMT)
The Scottish Premier League has awarded Sky Sports and ESPN the exclusive live rights to Clydesdale Bank Premier League games for the next five seasons.
Serbia impose limits on foreign players from 2010 (Jul 15, 2009 18:08 GMT)
Serbia will limit the number of foreign players at all levels from the 2010-2011 season to give more opportunities to home grown players.
Bouwes: The first champions of Europe? (Jul 15, 2009 11:22 GMT)
Ernst Bouwes delves into the history books to when RAP of Amsterdam were "European champions"'.
Greek giants embark on transfer odyssey (Jul 15, 2009 11:02 GMT)
Jon Carter looks at how two Greek clubs are trying to get a slice of the transfer action.
Nancy boys call off England tour in fear of swine flu (Jul 15, 2009 10:41 GMT)
Nancy have cancelled their pre-season trip to England for health reasons.
Italian policeman jailed for killing Lazio fan (Jul 14, 2009 21:10 GMT)
An Italian policeman was sentenced to six years in prison on Tuesday for killing a Lazio supporter two years ago.
Maher: Los Galacticos touch down in Ireland (Jul 14, 2009 16:38 GMT)
Gareth Maher reports as Shamrock Rovers prepare for the arrival of Real Madrid.
Ronaldinho hopes to return to form with AC Milan (Jul 13, 2009 21:27 GMT)
Brazilian star Ronaldinho is setting his sights on to showing AC Milan his best form this season.
Kaka: Talent not enough for Real success (Jul 13, 2009 13:08 GMT)
Kaka has sought to temper any expectations that the big-money signings of himself and Cristiano Ronaldo this summer will instantly result in Real Madrid becoming an unbeatable side.
Former Celtic striker Hartson has cancer - report (Jul 13, 2009 12:29 GMT)
Celtic fans hope the battling qualities John Hartson displayed as a footballer will help him now as he fights cancer.
Ronaldinho promises to fill Milan's Kaka gap (Jul 13, 2009 08:35 GMT)
Ronaldinho has vowed to lessen the impact of Kaka's departure by having a "great season" for AC Milan.
Toulouse rule out sale of striker Gignac to Lyon (Jul 13, 2009 08:27 GMT)
Toulouse president Olivier Sadran maintains star striker Andre-Pierre Gignac will not be sold to Ligue 1 rivals Lyon.
Sulejmani unconcerned over Jol fitness claims (Jul 13, 2009 08:25 GMT)
Ajax striker Miralem Sulejmani has shrugged off comments by coach Martin Jol questioning the player's fitness levels.
Nakamura protests Ronaldo comparisons (Jul 12, 2009 11:59 GMT)
Japan's Shunsuke Nakamura protested against his "Galactico" billing after his arrival in Spain sparked a chaotic airport crush among Espanyol fans.
Ibrahimovic off the market, says Inter president (Jul 12, 2009 11:35 GMT)
Inter Milan are no longer willing to sell Zlatan Ibrahimovic and have taken Serie A's top scorer off the market, according to club president Massimo Moratti.
Ibrahimovic off the market, says Inter president (Jul 11, 2009 19:27 GMT)
Inter Milan are no longer willing to sell Zlatan Ibrahimovic and have taken Serie A's top scorer off the market, according to club president Massimo Moratti.
No Man Utd bid for Aguero, claims Atletico chief (Jul 11, 2009 11:33 GMT)
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has not received any offers from Manchester United for Sergio Aguero.
Benzema: I rejected United, Barca and Inter (Jul 10, 2009 07:42 GMT)
Karim Benzema revealed he rejected advances from the likes of Champions League finalists Barcelona and Manchester United before opting for his "dream'' move to Real Madrid.
Knee injury sidelines Ribery from Bayern friendly (Jul 10, 2009 07:33 GMT)
Bayern Munich winger Franck Ribery will miss Friday night's first pre-season friendly against Salzburg with a knee injury.
€41m striker Benzema unveiled by Real Madrid (Jul 9, 2009 19:54 GMT)
France striker Karim Benzema was presented as a Real Madrid player on Thursday night after completing his €41m transfer from Olympique Lyonnais.
Nakamura expects baptism of fire in Spain (Jul 9, 2009 07:42 GMT)
Shunsuke Nakamura expects little in the way of special treatment after signing for Spanish side Espanyol.
Hamburg's Alex Silva out for up to nine months (Jul 8, 2009 21:09 GMT)
Hamburg SV's Brazilian defender Alex Silva faces knee surgery and will miss most of next season after being injured in a friendly, team doctor Oliver Dierk said on Wednesday.
Atletico's Pernia in hospital after car accident (Jul 8, 2009 19:02 GMT)
Atletico Madrid defender Mariano Pernia is recovering from multiple injuries after a car accident in Argentina, the Spanish club said on their website on Wednesday.
Ronaldo: Fergie to thank for stalling my ego (Jul 8, 2009 15:33 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo credits Sir Alex Ferguson for turning him into a less selfish footballer.
Soriano returns to Valencia with injection of funds (Jul 7, 2009 23:04 GMT)
Former Valencia president Vicente Soriano has regained control of the debt-ridden Spanish club at the head of a group of investors who he says are ready to inject €500m.
Thousands greet Ronaldo's "dream" move (Jul 7, 2009 20:34 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo was greeted by a huge crowd of adoring fans as he was officially unveiled as a Real Madrid player on Monday evening.
Milan sign US defender Onyewu from Liege (Jul 7, 2009 11:31 GMT)
AC Milan quickly wrapped up a deal for United States centre back Oguchi Onyewu on Tuesday in a bid to quell supporter unrest over their transfer policy.
Milan bid for Huntelaar and Fabiano (Jul 7, 2009 10:54 GMT)
AC Milan have begun trying to spend the money they received for Kaka, tabling bids for two centre forwards - Klaas-Jan Huntelaar of Real Madrid, and Sevilla's Luis Fabiano.
Ronaldo: Madrid not a one-man band (Jul 7, 2009 10:15 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo has talked down suggestions he will single-handedly lead Real Madrid to European glory next season.
I'm going nowhere, insists Roma defender Mexes (Jul 6, 2009 11:54 GMT)
Roma defender Philippe Mexes has dismissed rumours linking him with a move away from the Eternal City this summer.
Berlusconi: Transfer fees must return to normal (Jul 6, 2009 10:42 GMT)
Football needs to rediscover normality after the vast transfer fees shelled out by Spain's Real Madrid, AC Milan owner Silvio Berlusconi has said.
Ronaldo plays down Real Madrid expectations (Jul 6, 2009 08:07 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo will be unveiled as a Real Madrid player on Monday amid fanfare and expectation - but he insists fans should not expect a repeat of Barcelona's unprecedented treble.
Smith: Every single Ger is still up for sale (Jul 5, 2009 10:52 GMT)
Rangers manager Walter Smith admits every single player is still up for sale this summer.
Marseille mourn death of owner Dreyfus (Jul 5, 2009 10:35 GMT)
Robert Louis-Dreyfus, the main shareholder in French soccer team Olympique Marseille, died on Saturday.
Real chief Perez wants Euro Super League (Jul 5, 2009 09:11 GMT)
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is plotting a football revolution in Europe after calling for the continent's biggest clubs to create a new "Super League".
Savidan career ended by heart defect? (Jul 4, 2009 16:47 GMT)
France striker Steve Savidan's career could be over after his transfer from Caen to Monaco collapsed because of a heart defect.
Keeper Landreau out for six months with cruciate (Jul 4, 2009 15:26 GMT)
France goalkeeper Mickael Landreau, who only joined Lille on Monday, has torn the cruciate ligament in his right knee and will be out for at least six months.
Milan chief admits interest in Huntelaar, Fabiano (Jul 4, 2009 09:23 GMT)
AC Milan are targeting Real Madrid striker Klaas Jan Huntelaar and Sevilla's Luis Fabiano, chief executive Adriano Galliani told reporters late on Friday.
Benzema mixed over the leaving of Lyon (Jul 4, 2009 09:07 GMT)
Outgoing Lyon striker Karim Benzema has confessed to mixed feelings over his impending move to Real Madrid.
Galatasaray in limbo as new stadium stalls (Jul 3, 2009 13:36 GMT)
The future of Galatasaray's $200-million new stadium appeared in doubt after Turkish construction officials said on Thursday they had sacked contractors for failing to meet conditions.
UEFA approve plans for refs to act on racism (Jul 3, 2009 13:30 GMT)
UEFA on Thursday approved new guidelines for match officials to deal with racist chants or other behaviour in stadiums which includes stopping the game.
Book "not closed" on Bayern bid for Bosingwa (Jul 3, 2009 12:00 GMT)
Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge says the club are still pursuing Chelsea defender Jose Bosingwa.
Valdano: Real have given up on signing Villa (Jul 2, 2009 21:28 GMT)
Real Madrid have confirmed they have abandoned their pursuit of Valencia striker David Villa after clinching a deal to sign Karim Benzema forward from Olympique Lyonnais.
Champions Wolfsburg fact Stuttgart in opener (Jul 2, 2009 11:18 GMT)
The 2009/10 Bundesliga season will commence on August 7 with defending champions Wolfsburg hosting their new coach Armin Veh's former side Stuttgart at the VW-Arena.
Hesse-Lichtenberger: Reaping the rewards of a winning mentality (Jul 2, 2009 08:34 GMT)
Uli explains how a coaching revolution in 2000 helped Germany seal the Euro U21 title.
Richardson: The final analysis (Jul 1, 2009 22:06 GMT)
Egan Richardson reviews the Euro U21's Championships and finds much swell Swedish pride.
Inter Milan hand Materazzi three-year deal (Jul 1, 2009 18:32 GMT)
Inter Milan defender Marco Materazzi has signed a new contract with the Serie A champions, keeping him at the club for another three seasons.
Daum targets title after taking over at Fenerbahce (Jul 1, 2009 16:01 GMT)
Christoph Daum has been tasked with winning the Turkish title three times in a row after being officially unveiled as the new Fenerbahce coach.
Zenit boss Advocaat appointed Belgium coach (Jul 1, 2009 15:25 GMT)
Zenit St Petersburg coach Dick Advocaat was appointed Belgium manager on Wednesday and will take up the post at the start of next year, the Belgian Football Association said.
Real Madrid's De la Red out for another season (Jul 1, 2009 14:01 GMT)
Real Madrid midfielder Ruben de la Red will miss the whole of the 2009/10 season as doctors have still not pinned down why he collapsed in a match in October, he said in a newspaper interview published on Wednesday.
Kaka: We'll challenge Barca for silverware (Jul 1, 2009 09:03 GMT)
Kaka is confident Real Madrid are building a squad capable of knocking Barcelona off their throne next season.
