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UEFA stand firm over Huntelaar and Diarra (Dec 29, 2008 08:00 GMT)
UEFA have reiterated their stance that Real Madrid will not be able to register both Lassana Diarra and Klaas Jan Huntelaar to play in the Champions League knock-out stages.
Torres confident Reds can progress against Madrid (Dec 27, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Liverpool striker Fernando Torres is confident his side will overcome Real Madrid in their Champions League last 16 clash.
Real to appeal over Diarra and Huntelaar (Dec 27, 2008 02:48 GMT)
Real Madrid intend to appeal to UEFA to register both Lassana Diarra and Klaas Jan Huntelaar to play in the Champions League next year.
Vidic awaits European ban after red card shame (Dec 22, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Nemanja Vidic will miss Manchester United's Champions League clash with Inter Milan at the San Siro after being sent off in the final of the Club World Cup against LDU Quito.
Mourinho: I have got my United wish (Dec 20, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Jose Mourinho insisted his wishes had been granted after his Inter Milan side were drawn against Manchester United in the last 16 of the Champions League.
Exit would be a disaster for Chelsea - Ranieri (Dec 19, 2008 22:44 GMT)
Juventus coach Claudio Ranieri has sought to put the pressure on Chelsea after his side were drawn against his former club in the last 16 of the Champions League, saying it would be a "disaster'' if the Londoners failed to progress.
Villarreal goalkeeper Lopez content (Dec 19, 2008 22:40 GMT)
Villarreal goalkeeper Diego Lopez was far from disappointed after his side were handed a tie against Panathinaikos in the last 16 of the Champions League.
Mourinho excited by meeting with United (Dec 19, 2008 22:36 GMT)
Inter Milan coach Jose Mourinho is thrilled to have another chance to face defending champions Manchester United after being drawn against the Premier League side in the last 16 of the Champions League.
Atletico president warns of threat from FC Porto (Dec 19, 2008 22:35 GMT)
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has dismissed any suggestion his team may have got off lightly after seeing them drawn against Iberian neighbours Porto in the last 16 of the Champions League.
Spalletti gunning for Arsenal scalp (Dec 19, 2008 21:22 GMT)
Roma fans are dreaming that their club can reach the Champions League final that will be staged in the Eternal City but to make it that far, the Giallorossi will have to clear a very big hurdle in the shape of Arsenal.
Mijatovic upbeat Liverpool draw (Dec 19, 2008 21:16 GMT)
Real Madrid sporting director Predrag Mijatovic was in optimistic mood after seeing his club paired against 2005 winners Liverpool in the last 16 of the Champions League.
Puel unfazed by Barca date (Dec 19, 2008 21:15 GMT)
Lyon coach Claude Puel is not concerned about the prospect of facing Barcelona in the last 16 of the Champions League.
Rummenigge reflects on "good draw" (Dec 19, 2008 21:13 GMT)
Bayern Munich were being cautiously optimistic about their chances of reaching the quarter-finals of the Champions League after being drawn against Sporting Lisbon in the draw for the first knockout round.
Ferguson relishing Inter date (Dec 19, 2008 21:12 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson cannot wait to meet up with Inter Milan boss Jose Mourinho again - he just hopes their latest Champions League showdown ends in better fashion for Manchester United.
Champions League: The Round of 16 (Dec 19, 2008 20:51 GMT)
How the teams match up.
English face tough Champs League test (Dec 19, 2008 19:08 GMT)
Friday morning's Champions League draw did the English clubs no favours with four intriguing Round of 16 ties.
Europe's elite clubs sidestep financial crisis (Dec 19, 2008 16:21 GMT)
Massive Champions League earnings have allowed Europe's top clubs to sidestep the financial crisis, according to a survey published on Friday.
Anyone but Bayern in UCL draw for Real's Salgado (Dec 18, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Germany's Bayern Munich have been singled out by Real Madrid defender Michel Salgado as the side he most hopes to avoid in Friday's draw for the last 16 of the Champions League.
Fantasy Focus: Squad of the Group Stage (Dec 16, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Dale Johnson reveals the Squad of the Tournament for the Champions League group stage.
Rooney cleared over Risgard 'stamp storm' (Dec 15, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney will not face any disciplinary action over his apparent stamp on Aalborg's Kasper Risgard during a Champions League clash at Old Trafford last week.
UEFA dish out fines for fans' bad behaviour (Dec 12, 2008 08:00 GMT)
European governing body UEFA have fined several clubs for the behaviour of their fans earlier this season.
UEFA to deliver Rooney verdict on Monday (Dec 12, 2008 08:00 GMT)
UEFA will decide on Monday whether to charge Wayne Rooney over his clash with Aalborg's Kasper Risgard at Old Trafford on Wednesday.
Prandelli admits regrets in Champions League (Dec 11, 2008 23:21 GMT)
Fiorentina coach Cesare Prandelli admitted he had a few regrets as his side's Champions League campaign came to an end.
Ranieri fears Chelsea draw (Dec 11, 2008 18:37 GMT)
Juventus coach Claudio Ranieri fears former club Chelsea as he waits to see who his team will meet in the knockout stages of the Champions League.
Mijatovic wants Panathinaikos in Champs Lge (Dec 11, 2008 18:18 GMT)
Real Madrid sporting director Predrag Mijatovic has singled out Greek side Panathinaikos as his ideal opponents for the next round of the Champions League as the Spanish giants look to overcome their last-16 hoodoo.
Rooney may face UEFA probe (Dec 11, 2008 16:21 GMT)
Manchester United face an anxious wait to discover whether UEFA will take action against Wayne Rooney for his lunge on Kasper Risgard in the Champions League clash with Aalborg.
UEFA fine Lyon players for deliberate bookings (Dec 11, 2008 08:00 GMT)
UEFA fined Olympique Lyon players Cris and Juninho 15,000 euros ($19,790) and 10,000 euros ($13,190) respectively on Thursday for getting deliberately booked during a Champions League match last month.
Advocaat: It's time to let Arshavin leave Zenit (Dec 10, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Striker Andrei Arshavin should be allowed to leave Zenit St Petersburg and pursue his career at a big European club, coach Dick Advocaat said.
Kuhn questions actions of "frustrated" Rooney (Dec 10, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Wayne Rooney scored for Manchester United in the Champions League on Wednesday night but also found himself at the centre of a stamping storm following the 2-2 draw with Aalborg.
Alumnia: Arsenal were never in the game (Dec 10, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Stand-in captain Manuel Almunia admitted Arsenal were soundly beaten as they ended their Champions League group campaign with a 2-0 loss at Porto.
Ramos begins Real Madrid career with UCL win (Dec 10, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Juande Ramos marked his first game in charge of Real Madrid with a convincing victory at the Bernabeu but it was not enough for Real Madrid to finish top of Champions League Group H.
Guardiola unconcerned about Barca loss (Dec 10, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola had no complaints after seeing his side's unbeaten record brought to an end by Champions League opponents Shakhtar Donetsk.
Angry Jose: Inter now deserve tough draw (Dec 10, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Inter Milan coach Jose Mourinho believes his team deserve a tough draw in the first knockout round of the Champions League as punishment for their mediocre displays in the competition so far.
Mijatovic: Defeatism didn't do for Schuster (Dec 10, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Real Madrid sporting director Predrag Mijatovic has denied the departure of Bernd Schuster had anything to do with the German coach's defeatist comments earlier in the week.
Benitez hails Liverpool's youngster brigade (Dec 9, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Robbie Keane hailed the efforts of the whole Liverpool team as they came from behind to beat PSV Eindhoven 3-1 and secure top spot in Group D.
Scolari salutes "world class" striker Drogba (Dec 9, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Chelsea captain John Terry admits his team need to "up their game'' if they are to win the Champions League.
Marseille fan jailed in Spain released on bail (Dec 9, 2008 08:00 GMT)
An Olympique Marseille fan sentenced to jail in Spain after assaulting police officers during a Champions League match at Atletico Madrid was released on bail on Tuesday, the French club said.
Deco plays down impact of Lampard's suspension (Dec 9, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Chelsea's Portugal playmaker, Deco, is convinced they can make light of Frank Lampard's absence and qualify for the next phase of the Champions League.
Adebayor wants substance over style at Arsenal (Dec 9, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Emmanuel Adebayor reckons Arsenal must forget about always trying to win playing pretty football if they are to force themselves back into the race for honours this season.
Ferdinand not keen on being rested for Aalborg (Dec 9, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Rio Ferdinand has admitted he will not be too pleased if Sir Alex Ferguson comes to him on Wednesday to say the defender is not required for Manchester United's final Champions League Group E outing against Danish minnows Aalborg.
Five chase final three UCL knockout slots (Dec 9, 2008 08:00 GMT)
The three remaining places in the 16-team knockout phase of the Champions League will be decided on Tuesday with five teams, including last season's runners-up Chelsea, chasing them.
Benitez hits out over contract claims (Dec 9, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Rafael Benitez's ongoing contract talks have overshadowed Liverpool's final Champions League Group D game against PSV Eindhoven on Tuesday night.
Police fear violence in Marseille after fan jailed (Dec 8, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Police fear violence could mar Tuesday's Champions League match between Olympique Marseille and Atletico Madrid after a Marseille fan was jailed in Spain last week, they said on Monday.
Culio hits out at Blues' Scolari over Cluj baiting (Dec 8, 2008 08:00 GMT)
There is still plenty to be decided in the final round of group matches in the Champions League this week even though 13 of the 16 teams through to the knockout phase are already known.
Thirteen down, three to go in Champions League (Dec 8, 2008 08:00 GMT)
There is still plenty to be decided in the final round of group matches in the Champions League this week even though 13 of the 16 teams through to the knockout phase are already known.
Marseille fan gets prison term after police clashes (Dec 5, 2008 08:00 GMT)
An Olympique Marseille fan was sentenced to three and a half years in prison after assaulting police officers during the Champions League match away to Atletico Madrid two months ago, a Spanish judge said on Friday.
Atletico keeper calls for calm in Marseille (Dec 3, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Gregory Coupet has attempted to calm the rising tension ahead of their Champions League trip to Marseille next week, emphasising it is just a football match.
Atletico receive death threats ahead of UCL trip (Dec 2, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Atletico Madrid have received death threats ahead of next week's trip to Olympique Marseille in the Champions League, the Primera Liga club said on Tuesday.
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Month: January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December
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UEFA stand firm over Huntelaar and Diarra (Dec 29, 2008 08:00 GMT)
UEFA have reiterated their stance that Real Madrid will not be able to register both Lassana Diarra and Klaas Jan Huntelaar to play in the Champions League knock-out stages.
Torres confident Reds can progress against Madrid (Dec 27, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Liverpool striker Fernando Torres is confident his side will overcome Real Madrid in their Champions League last 16 clash.
Real to appeal over Diarra and Huntelaar (Dec 27, 2008 02:48 GMT)
Real Madrid intend to appeal to UEFA to register both Lassana Diarra and Klaas Jan Huntelaar to play in the Champions League next year.
Vidic awaits European ban after red card shame (Dec 22, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Nemanja Vidic will miss Manchester United's Champions League clash with Inter Milan at the San Siro after being sent off in the final of the Club World Cup against LDU Quito.
Mourinho: I have got my United wish (Dec 20, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Jose Mourinho insisted his wishes had been granted after his Inter Milan side were drawn against Manchester United in the last 16 of the Champions League.
Exit would be a disaster for Chelsea - Ranieri (Dec 19, 2008 22:44 GMT)
Juventus coach Claudio Ranieri has sought to put the pressure on Chelsea after his side were drawn against his former club in the last 16 of the Champions League, saying it would be a "disaster'' if the Londoners failed to progress.
Villarreal goalkeeper Lopez content (Dec 19, 2008 22:40 GMT)
Villarreal goalkeeper Diego Lopez was far from disappointed after his side were handed a tie against Panathinaikos in the last 16 of the Champions League.
Mourinho excited by meeting with United (Dec 19, 2008 22:36 GMT)
Inter Milan coach Jose Mourinho is thrilled to have another chance to face defending champions Manchester United after being drawn against the Premier League side in the last 16 of the Champions League.
Atletico president warns of threat from FC Porto (Dec 19, 2008 22:35 GMT)
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has dismissed any suggestion his team may have got off lightly after seeing them drawn against Iberian neighbours Porto in the last 16 of the Champions League.
Spalletti gunning for Arsenal scalp (Dec 19, 2008 21:22 GMT)
Roma fans are dreaming that their club can reach the Champions League final that will be staged in the Eternal City but to make it that far, the Giallorossi will have to clear a very big hurdle in the shape of Arsenal.
Mijatovic upbeat Liverpool draw (Dec 19, 2008 21:16 GMT)
Real Madrid sporting director Predrag Mijatovic was in optimistic mood after seeing his club paired against 2005 winners Liverpool in the last 16 of the Champions League.
Puel unfazed by Barca date (Dec 19, 2008 21:15 GMT)
Lyon coach Claude Puel is not concerned about the prospect of facing Barcelona in the last 16 of the Champions League.
Rummenigge reflects on "good draw" (Dec 19, 2008 21:13 GMT)
Bayern Munich were being cautiously optimistic about their chances of reaching the quarter-finals of the Champions League after being drawn against Sporting Lisbon in the draw for the first knockout round.
Ferguson relishing Inter date (Dec 19, 2008 21:12 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson cannot wait to meet up with Inter Milan boss Jose Mourinho again - he just hopes their latest Champions League showdown ends in better fashion for Manchester United.
Champions League: The Round of 16 (Dec 19, 2008 20:51 GMT)
How the teams match up.
English face tough Champs League test (Dec 19, 2008 19:08 GMT)
Friday morning's Champions League draw did the English clubs no favours with four intriguing Round of 16 ties.
Europe's elite clubs sidestep financial crisis (Dec 19, 2008 16:21 GMT)
Massive Champions League earnings have allowed Europe's top clubs to sidestep the financial crisis, according to a survey published on Friday.
Anyone but Bayern in UCL draw for Real's Salgado (Dec 18, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Germany's Bayern Munich have been singled out by Real Madrid defender Michel Salgado as the side he most hopes to avoid in Friday's draw for the last 16 of the Champions League.
Fantasy Focus: Squad of the Group Stage (Dec 16, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Dale Johnson reveals the Squad of the Tournament for the Champions League group stage.
Rooney cleared over Risgard 'stamp storm' (Dec 15, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney will not face any disciplinary action over his apparent stamp on Aalborg's Kasper Risgard during a Champions League clash at Old Trafford last week.
UEFA dish out fines for fans' bad behaviour (Dec 12, 2008 08:00 GMT)
European governing body UEFA have fined several clubs for the behaviour of their fans earlier this season.
UEFA to deliver Rooney verdict on Monday (Dec 12, 2008 08:00 GMT)
UEFA will decide on Monday whether to charge Wayne Rooney over his clash with Aalborg's Kasper Risgard at Old Trafford on Wednesday.
Prandelli admits regrets in Champions League (Dec 11, 2008 23:21 GMT)
Fiorentina coach Cesare Prandelli admitted he had a few regrets as his side's Champions League campaign came to an end.
Ranieri fears Chelsea draw (Dec 11, 2008 18:37 GMT)
Juventus coach Claudio Ranieri fears former club Chelsea as he waits to see who his team will meet in the knockout stages of the Champions League.
Mijatovic wants Panathinaikos in Champs Lge (Dec 11, 2008 18:18 GMT)
Real Madrid sporting director Predrag Mijatovic has singled out Greek side Panathinaikos as his ideal opponents for the next round of the Champions League as the Spanish giants look to overcome their last-16 hoodoo.
Rooney may face UEFA probe (Dec 11, 2008 16:21 GMT)
Manchester United face an anxious wait to discover whether UEFA will take action against Wayne Rooney for his lunge on Kasper Risgard in the Champions League clash with Aalborg.
UEFA fine Lyon players for deliberate bookings (Dec 11, 2008 08:00 GMT)
UEFA fined Olympique Lyon players Cris and Juninho 15,000 euros ($19,790) and 10,000 euros ($13,190) respectively on Thursday for getting deliberately booked during a Champions League match last month.
Advocaat: It's time to let Arshavin leave Zenit (Dec 10, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Striker Andrei Arshavin should be allowed to leave Zenit St Petersburg and pursue his career at a big European club, coach Dick Advocaat said.
Kuhn questions actions of "frustrated" Rooney (Dec 10, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Wayne Rooney scored for Manchester United in the Champions League on Wednesday night but also found himself at the centre of a stamping storm following the 2-2 draw with Aalborg.
Alumnia: Arsenal were never in the game (Dec 10, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Stand-in captain Manuel Almunia admitted Arsenal were soundly beaten as they ended their Champions League group campaign with a 2-0 loss at Porto.
Ramos begins Real Madrid career with UCL win (Dec 10, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Juande Ramos marked his first game in charge of Real Madrid with a convincing victory at the Bernabeu but it was not enough for Real Madrid to finish top of Champions League Group H.
Guardiola unconcerned about Barca loss (Dec 10, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola had no complaints after seeing his side's unbeaten record brought to an end by Champions League opponents Shakhtar Donetsk.
Angry Jose: Inter now deserve tough draw (Dec 10, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Inter Milan coach Jose Mourinho believes his team deserve a tough draw in the first knockout round of the Champions League as punishment for their mediocre displays in the competition so far.
Mijatovic: Defeatism didn't do for Schuster (Dec 10, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Real Madrid sporting director Predrag Mijatovic has denied the departure of Bernd Schuster had anything to do with the German coach's defeatist comments earlier in the week.
Benitez hails Liverpool's youngster brigade (Dec 9, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Robbie Keane hailed the efforts of the whole Liverpool team as they came from behind to beat PSV Eindhoven 3-1 and secure top spot in Group D.
Scolari salutes "world class" striker Drogba (Dec 9, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Chelsea captain John Terry admits his team need to "up their game'' if they are to win the Champions League.
Marseille fan jailed in Spain released on bail (Dec 9, 2008 08:00 GMT)
An Olympique Marseille fan sentenced to jail in Spain after assaulting police officers during a Champions League match at Atletico Madrid was released on bail on Tuesday, the French club said.
Deco plays down impact of Lampard's suspension (Dec 9, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Chelsea's Portugal playmaker, Deco, is convinced they can make light of Frank Lampard's absence and qualify for the next phase of the Champions League.
Adebayor wants substance over style at Arsenal (Dec 9, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Emmanuel Adebayor reckons Arsenal must forget about always trying to win playing pretty football if they are to force themselves back into the race for honours this season.
Ferdinand not keen on being rested for Aalborg (Dec 9, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Rio Ferdinand has admitted he will not be too pleased if Sir Alex Ferguson comes to him on Wednesday to say the defender is not required for Manchester United's final Champions League Group E outing against Danish minnows Aalborg.
Five chase final three UCL knockout slots (Dec 9, 2008 08:00 GMT)
The three remaining places in the 16-team knockout phase of the Champions League will be decided on Tuesday with five teams, including last season's runners-up Chelsea, chasing them.
Benitez hits out over contract claims (Dec 9, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Rafael Benitez's ongoing contract talks have overshadowed Liverpool's final Champions League Group D game against PSV Eindhoven on Tuesday night.
Police fear violence in Marseille after fan jailed (Dec 8, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Police fear violence could mar Tuesday's Champions League match between Olympique Marseille and Atletico Madrid after a Marseille fan was jailed in Spain last week, they said on Monday.
Culio hits out at Blues' Scolari over Cluj baiting (Dec 8, 2008 08:00 GMT)
There is still plenty to be decided in the final round of group matches in the Champions League this week even though 13 of the 16 teams through to the knockout phase are already known.
Thirteen down, three to go in Champions League (Dec 8, 2008 08:00 GMT)
There is still plenty to be decided in the final round of group matches in the Champions League this week even though 13 of the 16 teams through to the knockout phase are already known.
Marseille fan gets prison term after police clashes (Dec 5, 2008 08:00 GMT)
An Olympique Marseille fan was sentenced to three and a half years in prison after assaulting police officers during the Champions League match away to Atletico Madrid two months ago, a Spanish judge said on Friday.
Atletico keeper calls for calm in Marseille (Dec 3, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Gregory Coupet has attempted to calm the rising tension ahead of their Champions League trip to Marseille next week, emphasising it is just a football match.
Atletico receive death threats ahead of UCL trip (Dec 2, 2008 08:00 GMT)
Atletico Madrid have received death threats ahead of next week's trip to Olympique Marseille in the Champions League, the Primera Liga club said on Tuesday.
