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English Premier League
BlackRock buys 8.21 percent stake in Man United (Jan 31, 2013 12:50 AM ET)
The New York-based investment firm BlackRock has taken an 8.21 percent stake in Manchester United.
Rodgers: The kids are alright (Jan 30, 2013 8:31 PM ET)
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has highlighted the positive performance of the club's youth brigade despite his squad letting a two-goal lead slip against Arsenal in the English Premier League.
Delaney: Glimpses of greatness, familiar flaws (Jan 30, 2013 6:58 PM ET)
Two inconsistent teams, Arsenal and Liverpool, put in a predictable showing at the Emirates, Miguel Delaney writes.
Whalley: Reliable Baines continues Everton rise (Jan 30, 2013 6:52 PM ET)
Mike Whalley was at Goodison as a double from the ever reliable Leighton Baines brought European qualification even closer for Everton.
Benitez: Top four finish is Chelsea's priority (Jan 30, 2013 6:43 PM ET)
Rafa Benitez insists finishing in the top four of the Premier League remains Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich's priority despite a string of recent cup eliminations.
Andre Villas-Boas backs 'blood-spinning' (Jan 30, 2013 6:40 PM ET)
Tottenham manager Andre Villas-Boas has revealed his medical staff have turned to the controversial 'blood spinning' treatment in their bid to get leading scorer Jermain Defoe fit for Wednesday night's game at Norwich.
Jolly: Red Devils dig deep to deny Saints (Jan 30, 2013 6:38 PM ET)
Manchester United had to dig deep to resist Southampton's comeback, writes Richard Jolly.
Premier Showdown - Jan 29-30 (Jan 30, 2013 6:29 PM ET)
Take on Dale Johnson and Tommy Smyth in our predictions game.
Palmer: Chelsea's confidence rocked by Royals (Jan 30, 2013 6:28 PM ET)
Kevin Palmer watched Reading's dramatic fightback serve another blow to Chelsea's already frail self-belief.
Blues squander 2-goal lead in tie; Spurs rally
(Jan 30, 2013 6:02 PM ET)
Chelsea squandered a two-goal lead with three minutes remaining to draw 2-2 at Reading on Wednesday.
Man United moves 7 points clear (Jan 30, 2013 5:13 PM ET)
Manchester United was forced to survive a second-half Southampton bombardment before edging seven points clear in the Premier League title race with a 2-1 win Wednesday.
Walcott, Arsenal rally to tie Liverpool (Jan 30, 2013 5:01 PM ET)
Arsenal fought back from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Liverpool in a thrilling Premier League clash at the Emirates Stadium.
Prem: Arsenal battle back against Reds, Utd win (Jan 30, 2013 4:52 PM ET)
Man arrested over 'racist abuse' of Ba (Jan 30, 2013 1:15 PM ET)
A man has been arrested after he allegedly racially abused Chelsea striker Demba Ba on Facebook.
Chelsea contest extra Hazard punishment (Jan 30, 2013 12:20 PM ET)
Chelsea have written to the Football Association to contest any attempts to extend midfielder Eden Hazard's ban for kicking out at a ballboy to more than three games.
MatchDay LIVE - Goals, updates and chat (Jan 30, 2013 10:40 AM ET)
MatchDay LIVE - January 30
Boot Room: Arsenal vs. Liverpool (Jan 30, 2013 9:18 AM ET)
The Boot Room
Dunne injury setback hits Aston Villa rescue bid (Jan 30, 2013 7:13 AM ET)
Aston Villa's disappointment at slipping back into the Premier League's bottom three has been heightened by fresh concerns over their absentee defensive kingpin Richard Dunne.
Liam Brady to leave Arsenal role next year (Jan 30, 2013 7:06 AM ET)
Arsenal have announced that the head of their youth academy, Liam Brady, will leave his role in May 2014.
Wenger: France call 'too soon' for Abou Diaby (Jan 30, 2013 6:54 AM ET)
Arsene Wenger has pleaded with France coach Didier Deschamps not to rush Abou Diaby back into international football to help preserve the Arsenal midfielder's fragile fitness.
Zoltan Gera undergoes successful knee operation (Jan 30, 2013 5:32 AM ET)
Steve Clarke is hopeful of midfielder Zoltan Gera returning in time for pre-season training after undergoing surgery on his knee.
Newcastle's French influx 'follows Arsenal model' (Jan 30, 2013 5:22 AM ET)
The man behind Newcastle United's French invasion has admitted the north-east club hope to emulate Arsenal's past success with players from the opposite side of the Channel.
Pochettino praises Rio, Scholes (Jan 30, 2013 4:28 AM ET)
Mauricio Pochettino has paid tribute to the professionalism of Manchester United duo Paul Scholes and Rio Ferdinand.
Szczesny puzzled by inconsistency (Jan 30, 2013 3:46 AM ET)
Wojciech Szczesny has told the Guardian that in training Arsenal are "as good as any team in Europe" but they struggle to replicate that level of performance in matches.
Rodgers keen for new Steven Gerrard contract (Jan 30, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has indicated he is keen to reward captain Steven Gerrard with a new contract at Anfield.
Rodgers: We struggle without Gerrard (Jan 30, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers has conceded his side looks considerably weakened without captain Steven Gerrard, urging the club's youngsters to learn from their talisman.
John Terry condemns 'lacklustre' Chelsea (Jan 30, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
John Terry has warned his Chelsea team-mates that they are in danger of disappointing the club's fans as their season threatens to end in a dismal fashion.
Steve Clarke: Odemwingie hard to replace (Jan 30, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Steve Clarke admits he will have a major job on his hands to fill Peter Odemwingie's boots if the transfer-seeking striker is granted his wish to join QPR.
English FA Cup
Liverpool's Reina misses Oldham trip (Jan 30, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Goalkeeper Pepe Reina will miss Liverpool's FA Cup fourth-round tie at Oldham on Sunday, while defender Glen Johnson is a doubt.
Scottish Premier League
SPL: Celtic bounce back from cup exit (Jan 30, 2013 5:22 PM ET)
An unlikely double from defender Adam Matthews helped Celtic to a commanding victory over Kilmarnock in their Scottish Premier League encounter at Parkhead.
Dundee United hoping to land McNamara by end of Wednesday (Jan 30, 2013 4:32 AM ET)
Dundee United could be set to announce the appointment of Jackie McNamara as their new manager on Wednesday after being granted permission to speak to him by Partick Thistle.
Jackie solves Houston problem (Jan 30, 2013 4:25 AM ET)
North of the Border: Peter Houston leaves Dundee United, while there is some cup joy for pulsating Hearts.
Scottish Division Three
McKay pens new long-term deal with Rangers (Jan 30, 2013 11:41 AM ET)
Rangers winger Barrie McKay has signed a new five-year deal with the club.
French National Team
Ribery: Press tried to finish me off (Jan 30, 2013 5:01 AM ET)
Franck Ribery has claimed the French media had a vendetta against him and wanted to "finish him off" for his part in the 'bus of shame' incident at the 2010 World Cup.
French Ligue 1
Zlatan would welcome Mourinho and Ronaldo to PSG (Jan 30, 2013 11:00 AM ET)
Paris Saint-Germain striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic says it would be "great news" and a "dream" if Jose Mourinho and Cristiano Ronaldo were to join him at the club next summer.
German Bundesliga
Bayern stars clash on training pitch (Jan 30, 2013 9:48 PM ET)
Bayern Munich stars Frank Ribery and Bastian Schweinsteiger have been involved in a training ground mishap which left the French winger hobbling off for treatment.
Dortmund and Leverkusen concede Bundesliga title (Jan 30, 2013 8:22 AM ET)
Ahead of Sunday's Bundesliga showdown between Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund both sides have claimed the German title race is all but over.
Stuttgart hand Labbadia new deal (Jan 30, 2013 6:22 AM ET)
VfB Stuttgart manager Bruno Labbadia has extended his stay at the club for a further two years.
Schweinsteiger: We must have patience (Jan 30, 2013 5:38 AM ET)
Bastian Schweinsteiger has told his Bayern Munich team-mates who are struggling to get into the side to wait for their opportunity.
Germany
Klopp voices sympathy for Lance Armstrong (Jan 30, 2013 11:25 AM ET)
Borussia Dortmund manager Jurgen Klopp has voiced sympathy for disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong, saying: "There are worse crimes than what Armstrong has done."
Italian Serie A
Zdenek Zeman fired up after Roma backing (Jan 30, 2013 5:37 AM ET)
Zdenek Zeman held intense talks with Roma over his future on Tuesday and pledged to give the club his best.
Spanish Primera División
Doping trial doctor 'could name patients' (Jan 30, 2013 10:23 AM ET)
Eufemiano Fuentes, the Spanish doctor currently on trial for doping offences in sport, says he can identify the patients he treated, who include cyclists, footballers and other sportspeople.
Granada to bring in Alcaraz for Anquela (Jan 30, 2013 6:39 AM ET)
Granada have sacked coach Juan Antonio Anquela, with Lucas Alcaraz set to be appointed as the La Liga strugglers' fourth boss in just over a year.
Europe
Altidore played through chants to 'send message' (Jan 31, 2013 1:18 AM ET)
United States striker Jozy Altidore refuses to hold a grudge against fans who showered him with racist abuse during a match this week, saying: "We all make mistakes."
KNVB Beker: PSV edge out Feyenoord (Jan 30, 2013 5:46 PM ET)
Mark van Bommel grabbed a late winner as PSV Eindhoven beat Feyenoord 2-1 to reach the semi-finals of the KNVB Cup.
Coupe de France: Marseille set up PSG showdown (Jan 30, 2013 5:39 PM ET)
Marseille set up a mouthwatering showdown with arch rivals Paris St Germain in the last 16 of the Coupe de France after a 2-1 win at third tier Rouen 2-1 on Wednesday.
Barca, Madrid draw in tense 1st leg (Jan 30, 2013 5:33 PM ET)
Barcelona and Real Madrid played out a thrilling 1-1 draw in their Copa del Rey semifinal at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium on Wednesday.
Altidore plays on in AZ win despite abuse
(Jan 30, 2013 5:21 PM ET)
AZ Alkmaar cruised into the semi-finals of the KNVB Cup with a 5-0 win at nine-man FC Den Bosch on Tuesday.
Bayern boss expects football calendar revolution (Jan 30, 2013 3:56 PM ET)
A scheduling change away from winter soccer could be coming to Europe, according to Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge.
UEFA fines Lazio, Tottenham and Maribor (Jan 30, 2013 1:56 PM ET)
UEFA has fined Lazio, Tottenham and Maribor over crowd problems at Europa League group games played towards the end of last year.
Den Bosch sorry to Altidore for racist abuse (Jan 30, 2013 8:45 AM ET)
Den Bosch have issued an apology to AZ Alkmaar's Jozy Altidore after a section of their supporters hurled racist abuse at the striker during Tuesday's KNVB Beker clash, while insisting they will punish those responsible.
Den Bosch apologizes to Altidore for chants (Jan 30, 2013 7:55 AM ET)
Den Bosch apologized to Jozy Altidore after a section of the fans racially abused the AZ Alkmaar striker in Tuesday's KNVB Beker match, and promised to catch and punish those responsible.
Bayern chief: UEFA, FIFA ponder schedule shift (Jan 30, 2013 6:57 AM ET)
A scheduling change away from winter soccer could be coming to Europe, according to Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge.
Ozil: Real Madrid will play to win against Barca (Jan 30, 2013 6:39 AM ET)
Mesut Ozil says the whole world will be watching Wednesday evening's Copa del Rey semi-final first leg clash between Real Madrid and Barcelona at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu.
Conte: We deserved victory (Jan 30, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Vanquished Juventus coach Antonio Conte believes his side deserved a better outcome than a 3-2 aggregate defeat to Lazio in the Coppa Italia.
UEFA Champions League
Schalke don't fear Drogba and Sneijder at Gala (Jan 30, 2013 10:24 AM ET)
Schalke 04 general manager Horst Heldt does not fear taking on a significantly reinforced Galatasaray side in the Champions League next month.
UEFA Europa League
UEFA fines Lazio $190K for fans' racist abuse (Jan 30, 2013 1:41 PM ET)
UEFA has fined Lazio $190,000 and threatened to make the Italian club play a European home match in an empty stadium after its fans' racist behavior at Europa League.
Global
Mexico, Denmark net penalties, finish in draw (Jan 31, 2013 12:40 AM ET)
Andrea Cornelius scored on a penalty kick in the 84th minute to give Denmark a 1-1 draw against Mexico on Wednesday night in an international soccer friendly at University of Phoenix Stadium.
2 Muslim-Chechens join Beitar despite protests (Jan 30, 2013 4:12 PM ET)
An Israeli soccer club with an unofficial tradition of not signing Arab or Muslim players is welcoming two Muslim-Chechen players amid rising tensions from its fans.
Togo gains African Cup quarters, Tunisia out (Jan 30, 2013 2:43 PM ET)
Togo advanced to the quarterfinals of the African Cup of Nations for the first time at the expense of Tunisia with a controversy-filled 1-1 tie Wednesday night.
Psychologist helped Adebayor get over Togo shooting (Jan 30, 2013 6:51 AM ET)
Emmanuel Adebayor has revealed he felt he had been in an episode of '24' after the Togo team coach came under fire ahead of the 2010 Nations Cup, and that only the help of a psychologist exorcised the painful memories of the fatal attack.
Copa Libertadores: Tigre into group stage (Jan 30, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Argentinian side Tigre clinched reached the Copa Libertadores group stage for the first time by destroying Anzoategui 3-0 in Venezuela for a 5-1 aggregate win.
Archived News:
Month: January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December
Year: 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006
English Premier League
BlackRock buys 8.21 percent stake in Man United (Jan 31, 2013 12:50 AM ET)
The New York-based investment firm BlackRock has taken an 8.21 percent stake in Manchester United.
Rodgers: The kids are alright (Jan 30, 2013 8:31 PM ET)
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has highlighted the positive performance of the club's youth brigade despite his squad letting a two-goal lead slip against Arsenal in the English Premier League.
Delaney: Glimpses of greatness, familiar flaws (Jan 30, 2013 6:58 PM ET)
Two inconsistent teams, Arsenal and Liverpool, put in a predictable showing at the Emirates, Miguel Delaney writes.
Whalley: Reliable Baines continues Everton rise (Jan 30, 2013 6:52 PM ET)
Mike Whalley was at Goodison as a double from the ever reliable Leighton Baines brought European qualification even closer for Everton.
Benitez: Top four finish is Chelsea's priority (Jan 30, 2013 6:43 PM ET)
Rafa Benitez insists finishing in the top four of the Premier League remains Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich's priority despite a string of recent cup eliminations.
Andre Villas-Boas backs 'blood-spinning' (Jan 30, 2013 6:40 PM ET)
Tottenham manager Andre Villas-Boas has revealed his medical staff have turned to the controversial 'blood spinning' treatment in their bid to get leading scorer Jermain Defoe fit for Wednesday night's game at Norwich.
Jolly: Red Devils dig deep to deny Saints (Jan 30, 2013 6:38 PM ET)
Manchester United had to dig deep to resist Southampton's comeback, writes Richard Jolly.
Premier Showdown - Jan 29-30 (Jan 30, 2013 6:29 PM ET)
Take on Dale Johnson and Tommy Smyth in our predictions game.
Palmer: Chelsea's confidence rocked by Royals (Jan 30, 2013 6:28 PM ET)
Kevin Palmer watched Reading's dramatic fightback serve another blow to Chelsea's already frail self-belief.
Blues squander 2-goal lead in tie; Spurs rally
(Jan 30, 2013 6:02 PM ET)Chelsea squandered a two-goal lead with three minutes remaining to draw 2-2 at Reading on Wednesday.
Man United moves 7 points clear
(Jan 30, 2013 5:13 PM ET)Manchester United was forced to survive a second-half Southampton bombardment before edging seven points clear in the Premier League title race with a 2-1 win Wednesday.
Walcott, Arsenal rally to tie Liverpool
(Jan 30, 2013 5:01 PM ET)Arsenal fought back from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Liverpool in a thrilling Premier League clash at the Emirates Stadium.
Prem: Arsenal battle back against Reds, Utd win (Jan 30, 2013 4:52 PM ET)
Man arrested over 'racist abuse' of Ba (Jan 30, 2013 1:15 PM ET)
A man has been arrested after he allegedly racially abused Chelsea striker Demba Ba on Facebook.
Chelsea contest extra Hazard punishment (Jan 30, 2013 12:20 PM ET)
Chelsea have written to the Football Association to contest any attempts to extend midfielder Eden Hazard's ban for kicking out at a ballboy to more than three games.
MatchDay LIVE - Goals, updates and chat (Jan 30, 2013 10:40 AM ET)
MatchDay LIVE - January 30
Boot Room: Arsenal vs. Liverpool (Jan 30, 2013 9:18 AM ET)
The Boot Room
Dunne injury setback hits Aston Villa rescue bid (Jan 30, 2013 7:13 AM ET)
Aston Villa's disappointment at slipping back into the Premier League's bottom three has been heightened by fresh concerns over their absentee defensive kingpin Richard Dunne.
Liam Brady to leave Arsenal role next year (Jan 30, 2013 7:06 AM ET)
Arsenal have announced that the head of their youth academy, Liam Brady, will leave his role in May 2014.
Wenger: France call 'too soon' for Abou Diaby (Jan 30, 2013 6:54 AM ET)
Arsene Wenger has pleaded with France coach Didier Deschamps not to rush Abou Diaby back into international football to help preserve the Arsenal midfielder's fragile fitness.
Zoltan Gera undergoes successful knee operation (Jan 30, 2013 5:32 AM ET)
Steve Clarke is hopeful of midfielder Zoltan Gera returning in time for pre-season training after undergoing surgery on his knee.
Newcastle's French influx 'follows Arsenal model' (Jan 30, 2013 5:22 AM ET)
The man behind Newcastle United's French invasion has admitted the north-east club hope to emulate Arsenal's past success with players from the opposite side of the Channel.
Pochettino praises Rio, Scholes (Jan 30, 2013 4:28 AM ET)
Mauricio Pochettino has paid tribute to the professionalism of Manchester United duo Paul Scholes and Rio Ferdinand.
Szczesny puzzled by inconsistency (Jan 30, 2013 3:46 AM ET)
Wojciech Szczesny has told the Guardian that in training Arsenal are "as good as any team in Europe" but they struggle to replicate that level of performance in matches.
Rodgers keen for new Steven Gerrard contract (Jan 30, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has indicated he is keen to reward captain Steven Gerrard with a new contract at Anfield.
Rodgers: We struggle without Gerrard (Jan 30, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers has conceded his side looks considerably weakened without captain Steven Gerrard, urging the club's youngsters to learn from their talisman.
John Terry condemns 'lacklustre' Chelsea (Jan 30, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
John Terry has warned his Chelsea team-mates that they are in danger of disappointing the club's fans as their season threatens to end in a dismal fashion.
Steve Clarke: Odemwingie hard to replace (Jan 30, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Steve Clarke admits he will have a major job on his hands to fill Peter Odemwingie's boots if the transfer-seeking striker is granted his wish to join QPR.
English FA Cup
Liverpool's Reina misses Oldham trip (Jan 30, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Goalkeeper Pepe Reina will miss Liverpool's FA Cup fourth-round tie at Oldham on Sunday, while defender Glen Johnson is a doubt.
Scottish Premier League
SPL: Celtic bounce back from cup exit (Jan 30, 2013 5:22 PM ET)
An unlikely double from defender Adam Matthews helped Celtic to a commanding victory over Kilmarnock in their Scottish Premier League encounter at Parkhead.
Dundee United hoping to land McNamara by end of Wednesday (Jan 30, 2013 4:32 AM ET)
Dundee United could be set to announce the appointment of Jackie McNamara as their new manager on Wednesday after being granted permission to speak to him by Partick Thistle.
Jackie solves Houston problem (Jan 30, 2013 4:25 AM ET)
North of the Border: Peter Houston leaves Dundee United, while there is some cup joy for pulsating Hearts.
Scottish Division Three
McKay pens new long-term deal with Rangers (Jan 30, 2013 11:41 AM ET)
Rangers winger Barrie McKay has signed a new five-year deal with the club.
French National Team
Ribery: Press tried to finish me off (Jan 30, 2013 5:01 AM ET)
Franck Ribery has claimed the French media had a vendetta against him and wanted to "finish him off" for his part in the 'bus of shame' incident at the 2010 World Cup.
French Ligue 1
Zlatan would welcome Mourinho and Ronaldo to PSG (Jan 30, 2013 11:00 AM ET)
Paris Saint-Germain striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic says it would be "great news" and a "dream" if Jose Mourinho and Cristiano Ronaldo were to join him at the club next summer.
German Bundesliga
Bayern stars clash on training pitch (Jan 30, 2013 9:48 PM ET)
Bayern Munich stars Frank Ribery and Bastian Schweinsteiger have been involved in a training ground mishap which left the French winger hobbling off for treatment.
Dortmund and Leverkusen concede Bundesliga title (Jan 30, 2013 8:22 AM ET)
Ahead of Sunday's Bundesliga showdown between Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund both sides have claimed the German title race is all but over.
Stuttgart hand Labbadia new deal (Jan 30, 2013 6:22 AM ET)
VfB Stuttgart manager Bruno Labbadia has extended his stay at the club for a further two years.
Schweinsteiger: We must have patience (Jan 30, 2013 5:38 AM ET)
Bastian Schweinsteiger has told his Bayern Munich team-mates who are struggling to get into the side to wait for their opportunity.
Germany
Klopp voices sympathy for Lance Armstrong (Jan 30, 2013 11:25 AM ET)
Borussia Dortmund manager Jurgen Klopp has voiced sympathy for disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong, saying: "There are worse crimes than what Armstrong has done."
Italian Serie A
Zdenek Zeman fired up after Roma backing (Jan 30, 2013 5:37 AM ET)
Zdenek Zeman held intense talks with Roma over his future on Tuesday and pledged to give the club his best.
Spanish Primera División
Doping trial doctor 'could name patients' (Jan 30, 2013 10:23 AM ET)
Eufemiano Fuentes, the Spanish doctor currently on trial for doping offences in sport, says he can identify the patients he treated, who include cyclists, footballers and other sportspeople.
Granada to bring in Alcaraz for Anquela (Jan 30, 2013 6:39 AM ET)
Granada have sacked coach Juan Antonio Anquela, with Lucas Alcaraz set to be appointed as the La Liga strugglers' fourth boss in just over a year.
Europe
Altidore played through chants to 'send message' (Jan 31, 2013 1:18 AM ET)
United States striker Jozy Altidore refuses to hold a grudge against fans who showered him with racist abuse during a match this week, saying: "We all make mistakes."
KNVB Beker: PSV edge out Feyenoord (Jan 30, 2013 5:46 PM ET)
Mark van Bommel grabbed a late winner as PSV Eindhoven beat Feyenoord 2-1 to reach the semi-finals of the KNVB Cup.
Coupe de France: Marseille set up PSG showdown (Jan 30, 2013 5:39 PM ET)
Marseille set up a mouthwatering showdown with arch rivals Paris St Germain in the last 16 of the Coupe de France after a 2-1 win at third tier Rouen 2-1 on Wednesday.
Barca, Madrid draw in tense 1st leg
(Jan 30, 2013 5:33 PM ET)Barcelona and Real Madrid played out a thrilling 1-1 draw in their Copa del Rey semifinal at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium on Wednesday.
Altidore plays on in AZ win despite abuse
(Jan 30, 2013 5:21 PM ET)AZ Alkmaar cruised into the semi-finals of the KNVB Cup with a 5-0 win at nine-man FC Den Bosch on Tuesday.
Bayern boss expects football calendar revolution (Jan 30, 2013 3:56 PM ET)
A scheduling change away from winter soccer could be coming to Europe, according to Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge.
UEFA fines Lazio, Tottenham and Maribor (Jan 30, 2013 1:56 PM ET)
UEFA has fined Lazio, Tottenham and Maribor over crowd problems at Europa League group games played towards the end of last year.
Den Bosch sorry to Altidore for racist abuse
(Jan 30, 2013 8:45 AM ET)Den Bosch have issued an apology to AZ Alkmaar's Jozy Altidore after a section of their supporters hurled racist abuse at the striker during Tuesday's KNVB Beker clash, while insisting they will punish those responsible.
Den Bosch apologizes to Altidore for chants
(Jan 30, 2013 7:55 AM ET)Den Bosch apologized to Jozy Altidore after a section of the fans racially abused the AZ Alkmaar striker in Tuesday's KNVB Beker match, and promised to catch and punish those responsible.
Bayern chief: UEFA, FIFA ponder schedule shift (Jan 30, 2013 6:57 AM ET)
A scheduling change away from winter soccer could be coming to Europe, according to Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge.
Ozil: Real Madrid will play to win against Barca (Jan 30, 2013 6:39 AM ET)
Mesut Ozil says the whole world will be watching Wednesday evening's Copa del Rey semi-final first leg clash between Real Madrid and Barcelona at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu.
Conte: We deserved victory (Jan 30, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Vanquished Juventus coach Antonio Conte believes his side deserved a better outcome than a 3-2 aggregate defeat to Lazio in the Coppa Italia.
UEFA Champions League
Schalke don't fear Drogba and Sneijder at Gala (Jan 30, 2013 10:24 AM ET)
Schalke 04 general manager Horst Heldt does not fear taking on a significantly reinforced Galatasaray side in the Champions League next month.
UEFA Europa League
UEFA fines Lazio $190K for fans' racist abuse (Jan 30, 2013 1:41 PM ET)
UEFA has fined Lazio $190,000 and threatened to make the Italian club play a European home match in an empty stadium after its fans' racist behavior at Europa League.
Global
Mexico, Denmark net penalties, finish in draw
(Jan 31, 2013 12:40 AM ET)Andrea Cornelius scored on a penalty kick in the 84th minute to give Denmark a 1-1 draw against Mexico on Wednesday night in an international soccer friendly at University of Phoenix Stadium.
2 Muslim-Chechens join Beitar despite protests (Jan 30, 2013 4:12 PM ET)
An Israeli soccer club with an unofficial tradition of not signing Arab or Muslim players is welcoming two Muslim-Chechen players amid rising tensions from its fans.
Togo gains African Cup quarters, Tunisia out
(Jan 30, 2013 2:43 PM ET)Togo advanced to the quarterfinals of the African Cup of Nations for the first time at the expense of Tunisia with a controversy-filled 1-1 tie Wednesday night.
Psychologist helped Adebayor get over Togo shooting (Jan 30, 2013 6:51 AM ET)
Emmanuel Adebayor has revealed he felt he had been in an episode of '24' after the Togo team coach came under fire ahead of the 2010 Nations Cup, and that only the help of a psychologist exorcised the painful memories of the fatal attack.
Copa Libertadores: Tigre into group stage (Jan 30, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Argentinian side Tigre clinched reached the Copa Libertadores group stage for the first time by destroying Anzoategui 3-0 in Venezuela for a 5-1 aggregate win.
