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Giggs forgets Rome and targets third final (May 29, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Ryan Giggs is already looking towards the target of helping Manchester United reach a third successive Champions League final.
Giggs: Remember what we did achieve (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Ryan Giggs has told his devastated Manchester United team-mates not to forget it has been a season to remember.
Ferdinand: United will bounce back (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Rio Ferdinand insists his Manchester United team-mates are big enough to handle the shattering disappointment of last night's Champions League final defeat in Rome.
Nigerian bus driver kills four Barca supporters (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
A Manchester United fan in Nigeria killed four people when he drove his minibus into a crowd of Barcelona supporters after his team lost the Champions League final, police said on Thursday.
Charlton: Long term plan promises success (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Sir Bobby Charlton is confident a template is in place which will ensure Manchester United continue to challenge for major honours despite the disappointing defeat to Barcelona.
Rome, the day after (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Roberto Gotta offers the Italian view of how the Champions League final went down in Rome.
Alvarez: Winning over one of the madridistas (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Eduardo Alvarez shares his thoughts on the Rome final, from a madridista point of view.
Fergie laments 'shoddy defending' (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson admitted Darren Fletcher's absence was a 'big loss' as he rued 'shoddy defending' for Manchester United's defeat by Barcelona.
Police arrest over 40 Barcelona fans after riots (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Spanish police arrested more than 40 people in Barcelona on Wednesday night as thousands celebrated Barcelona's victory in the Champions League final, the Europa Press news agency reported.
Ronaldo: United tactics ''not good'' (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo felt Manchester United's tactics were 'not good' during the club's 2-0 defeat by Barcelona in the final of the UEFA Champions League.
Guardiola taking Dream Team on - Laporta (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Johan Cruyff's Barcelona "Dream Team" of the early 1990s laid the foundations for the club's triumph this season but Pep Guardiola has taken the Dutchman's philosophy to new heights, president Joan Laporta said.
Rooney masks pain to hail Iniesta as world's best (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United's Wayne Rooney did not let the disappointment of Wednesday's 2-0 defeat in the Champions League final stop him hailing Barcelona's Andres Iniesta as the world's best player.
Messi and Eto'o left overwhelmed (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Samuel Eto'o and Lionel Messi were left overwhelmed after scoring the goals in Barcelona's Champions League final triumph over Manchester United in Rome.
ESPN Press Pass blog: When in Rome... (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
The ESPNsoccernet Press Pass team offer their thoughts from Rome in our daily UCL blog.
The battle to be the world's best (May 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Phil Holland asks if Messi did enough in Rome to replace Ronaldo as the world's best player?
Ronaldo: Barca defeat a big disappointment (May 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo had admitted tonight's Champions League defeat to Barcelona was one of the biggest disappointments of his career.
So near and yet so far (May 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
After defeat in Rome Richard Jolly reflects on what might have been for Sir Alex Ferguson.
Guardiola: Barca are the "best team in the world" (May 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Triumphant Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola was in the mood to celebrate after his team completed a unique treble of La Liga, Copa del Rey and the Champions League with victory over Manchester United.
Dejected Ferguson admits "the best team won" (May 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson admitted his side lost to the better side as Barcelona won the Champions League final 2-0 in Rome, but vowed to come back even stronger.
Manchester United fan suffers stabbing in Rome (May 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
A Manchester United fan is recovering in Rome after being stabbed ahead of the Champions League final.
Ronaldo wants to secure history in Rome (May 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo's driving force as he prepares for Manchester United's Champions League final against Barcelona is the prospect of making history.
Puyol attempts to heap pressure on United (May 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona captain Carles Puyol claims the pressure is on Manchester United in Champions League final because the Spanish giants have already surpassed expectations this season.
The Champions League final: Priceless? (May 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Phil Holland on the cost of going to Rome, free tickets at Burnley and cost cutting at Newcastle.
Barca must overcome injuries and suspensions (May 26, 2009 17:05 GMT)
Terry Venables and Albert Ferrer reveal their thoughts on Wednesday night's Champions League final.
Pep: We must play ''beautiful'' to beat United (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola believes the only way his side can beat ''the best team in the world'' in the Champions League final is to ''play beautiful''.
Man United go back to 1991 to wear all-white (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United will play in an all-white strip when they face Barcelona in the Champions League final on Wednesday, just as they did when they beat them in the 1991 European Cup Winners' Cup final.
Ferdinand declares himself fit for Barcelona clash (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Rio Ferdinand has declared himself fit to face Barcelona in the Champions League final.
Platini expects "unpredictable" and "beautiful" final (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
UEFA president Michel Platini has reassured Manchester United and Barcelona fans that security arrangements for Wednesday's Champions League final in Rome are under control, paving the way for a "beautiful game".
Txiki Begiristain urges Barcelona to clinch treble (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona technical secretary Txiki Begiristain has urged the team to make the most of their "unique opportunity" to seal a place in the history books.
Barcelona must attack Man United, says Reina (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Liverpool goalkeeper Jose Reina has warned Barcelona that Manchester United will 'kill' them if they show any fear in Wedneday's Champions League final.
Van der Sar 'on his toes' for Barcelona challenge (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United's veteran goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar insists he does not fear facing Barcelona's free-scoring attackers in Wednesday's Champions League final.
Managers - Sir Alex Ferguson (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson is close to completing another quest for his Holy Grail, the European Cup, says Phil Holland.
Milan's Ancelotti expects to know fate on Monday (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti expects to learn where his future lies at the conclusion of the Serie A championship.
Berbatov reluctant to take penalty in Rome (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United striker Dimitar Berbatov is already having doubts about taking a penalty in the Champions League final.
On that day: The finals reckoning (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
John Brewin documents the eight European Champions Cup finals featuring Barcelona and Man United.
Where the final will be won and lost (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Get all the info on the two teams and the key battles ahead of the Champions League final.
Champions League final factsheet (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Get all the info on the two teams in our Champions League final factsheet.
Managers - Pep Guardiola (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barca coach Pep Guardiola is just 90minutes away from greatness, writes Phil Holland.
Barcelona pen pix (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Phil Holland looks at the Barcelona players hoping to lift the European Cup in Rome.
Manchester United pen pix (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Phil Holland profiles the Manchester United squad ahead of the showdown in Rome.
The Dream Final? (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Phil Holland previews the Champions League final between Barcelona and Manchester United.
Stadio Olimpico - A storied stadium (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Phil Holland profiles the Stadio Olimpico, venue for this year's Champions League final.
Jolly: Berbatov hopes to silence doubters in Rome (May 25, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Dimitar Berbatov admits to Richard Jolly that he still has plenty to prove.
Forged tickets the biggest worry for Rome mayor (May 25, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Rome mayor Gianni Alemanno believes forged tickets could be the biggest problem in Wednesday's Champions League final.
Henry and Iniesta back in training (May 25, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona duo Thierry Henry and Andres Iniesta continued their respective bids to be fit for the Champions League final as they returned to squad training today, albeit not at the same level as their team-mates.
Messi focused on historic treble (May 25, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona's Lionel Messi insists he is not looking at the Champions League final as a chance to get one over Manchester United winger Cristiano Ronaldo in the race for this year's Ballon d'Or.
Ball: View from the Gulf (May 25, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Phil Ball reports from Qatar where anticipation for the Champions League final is reaching fever pitch.
United ready for Rome, says suspended Fletcher (May 25, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United midfielder Darren Fletcher has backed the rest of the club's senior stars to go on and win the Champions League without him.
Magical Messi ready to make his mark (May 24, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Lionel Messi tells Nick Bidwell that Barcelona cannot go wrong against Man United in Rome.
Chelsea, Drogba and Bosingwa charged by UEFA (May 22, 2009 21:27 GMT)
UEFA have initiated disciplinary proceedings against Chelsea, Didier Drogba and Jose Bosingwa in relation to incidents following the Champions League semi-final second leg against Barcelona at Stamford Bridge.
Tevez and Berbatov to be benched by Sir Alex? (May 22, 2009 15:52 GMT)
Tevez and Berbatov to be benched by Sir Alex?
Iniesta confident of making United showdown (May 21, 2009 19:11 GMT)
Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta is "convinced'' he will be fully fit for Wednesday's Champions League final against Manchester United.
Rio insists he'll be fit to take on Barcelona (May 21, 2009 15:48 GMT)
Rio Ferdinand insists he will be fit for Manchester United's Champions League final with Barcelona in Rome next Wednesday.
Park hoping to banish pain of Moscow (May 21, 2009 15:45 GMT)
South Korea midfielder Park Ji-sung has admitted missing out on last year's Champions League final was the most heart-wrenching moment of his career.
Evra ready for Messi meeting (May 21, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Patrice Evra tells Richard Jolly his plan to stop Lionel Messi in Rome.
Barca deserve to win in Rome, claims Messi (May 20, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi believes the ''mental strength'' his team showed to get past Chelsea shows they deserve to win the Champions League.
Rio in fitness race for Champions League final (May 20, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Rio Ferdinand could miss out on a starting place in the Champions League final unless the Manchester United defender can prove his fitness to Sir Alex Ferguson before the weekend.
Effenberg brands Beckham's style "underhand" (May 20, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Former Bayern Munich midfielder Stefan Effenberg has attacked David Beckham's style of play, labelling the AC Milan loan star as ''underhand''.
Man Utd fans warned to be vigilant in Rome (May 20, 2009 07:00 GMT)
The UK's Foreign and Commonwealth Office is calling on Manchester United supporters to be vigilant when they visit Rome for the Champions League final against Barcelona on May 27.
Messi vs. Ronaldo clash captivates Ferguson (May 19, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has picked out Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo - rivals in next week's Champions League final - as the two most gifted players in the game.
Dutch legend Cruyff blasts English foreign policy (May 19, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Johan Cruyff has hit out at the English Premier League, claiming that the domination of the Champions League is because the clubs rely on foreign players.
Man United keeper Foster ruled out for nine weeks (May 18, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United goalkeeper Ben Foster will not be involved in the Champions League Final in Rome next week after undergoing surgery to repair a ruptured ligament in his thumb.
United expect Rio to recover for Barca showdown (May 15, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has played down concerns that Rio Ferdinand might be forced to miss the Champions League final.
Fletcher forced to accept Rome final suspension (May 11, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Darren Fletcher's attempt to get his suspension from the Champions League final overturned has failed. UEFA have confirmed that the red card that the Manchester United midfielder was given for a foul on Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas will stand.
Iniesta says he will be fit for Rome final (May 11, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta expects to be fit for the Champions League final against Manchester United on May 27, after having further tests on a thigh muscle injury.
UEFA: Drogba has undermined respect campaign (May 10, 2009 07:00 GMT)
UEFA general secretary David Taylor believes Didier Drogba's midweek outburst was a blow to the 'Respect' campaign - and has admitted Chelsea may have to wait several weeks before discovering his fate.
Platini ''happy'' with English dominance in UCL (May 10, 2009 07:00 GMT)
UEFA president Michael Platini insists he would have been ''happy'' to see a second successive all-English Champions League final.
Hiddink calls for video technology to aid officials (May 9, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Chelsea boss Guus Hiddink has urged football's authorities to come to the aid of referees by introducing video technology for key decisions.
Barca to appeal Abidal and Alves suspensions (May 9, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona will appeal Eric Abidal's red card and the yellow card shown to Daniel Alves in the hope of getting their suspensions for the Champions League final against Manchester United overturned.
Barca to appeal Abidal and Alves suspensions (May 9, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona will appeal Eric Abidal's red card and the yellow card shown to Daniel Alves in the hope of getting their suspensions for the Champions League final against Manchester United overturned.
Barca's Henry facing fitness battle for Rome final (May 9, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona forward Thierry Henry is facing a battle to be fit for the UEFA Champions League final against Manchester United.
Drogba must learn from Lampard - Hiddink (May 9, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Guus Hiddink has told Didier Drogba to learn from Frank Lampard's dignified reaction to Chelsea's Champions League exit.
Drogba likely to escape Blues censure (May 8, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Guus Hiddink has revealed Didier Drogba is unlikely to be disciplined by Chelsea for his controversial behaviour in the wake of Wednesday's Champions League exit.
UEFA to decide on Fletcher's fate on Monday (May 8, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United will find out on Monday whether their appeal against the red card issued to Darren Fletcher in the Champions League semi-final second leg against Arsenal has been successful.
Lampard defends rant by 'emotional' Drogba (May 8, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Frank Lampard refused to condemn Didier Drogba for his angry reaction to Chelsea's Champions League exit at the hands of Barcelona.
Chelsea wait on UEFA verdict (May 8, 2009 07:00 GMT)
UEFA will decide "in the course of next week" what disciplinary action to take against Chelsea for their behavior toward the referee after Wednesday's contentious Champions League semi-final against Barcelona.
On that day: Robbo/Diego to Ronaldo/Messi (May 8, 2009 07:00 GMT)
John Brewin begins the build-up to Rome with memories of previous United-Barcelona encounters.
Drogba issues apology for post-match behaviour (May 7, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Didier Drogba has issued an apology for his behaviour in the wake of Chelsea's devastating Champions League exit at the hands of Barcelona.
Police worried for ref Ovrebo (May 7, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Controversial referee Tom Henning Ovrebo was understood to have been smuggled out of the country by police today after receiving a number of death threats.
Ferdinand: Fear of failure drives United on (May 7, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Rio Ferdinand believes the nagging fear of failure will drive Manchester United towards glory.
Chelsea backing for Drogba (May 7, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Guus Hiddink will support Didier Drogba if UEFA decide to punish the Ivorian striker over his post-match confrontation with referee Tom Henning Ovrebo and a foul-mouthed TV rant following yesterday's Champions League semi-final exit.
United ask UEFA to overturn Fletcher red card (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United have asked UEFA to overturn Darren Fletcher's red card against Arsenal on compassionate grounds.
Pique admits fortune after Chelsea penalty claim (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona defender Gerard Pique admitted he did touch the ball with his hand as the Spanish side qualified for the Champions League final at the expense of Chelsea - but insisted it was not deliberate.
Hiddink fumes at Norwegian referee's display (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Chelsea manager Guus Hiddink said it would be impossible to prove claims UEFA did not want an all-English Champions League final.
Lazio game to be switched for UCL final prep (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Serie A's penultimate weekend of fixtures may have to be moved to accommodate the Champions League final, Italian soccer officials said on Wednesday.
Evra: Eleven men against Eleven babies (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Patrice Evra tells Bruno Salla that Franck Ribery is made for the Champions League finalists.
Gunners fan hangs himself after United victory (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
An Arsenal fan hung himself following his team's 4-1 aggregate drubbing by arch-rivals Manchester United in the Champions League semi-final, police said.
No chance of reprieve for Fletcher (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United's hopes of overturning Darren Fletcher's red card have been dashed by UEFA, who state that overturning the Scot's suspension for the Champions League final would open a "Pandora's Box".
Wenger: The most disappointing of nights (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger was left to reflect on the most disappointing night of his Arsenal career following the Champions League semi-final defeat to Manchester United, but vowed his young side will one day compete with the best again
Ronaldo confident of second Champions League (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo believes Manchester United will go on to become history-makers in Rome on May 27.
United in sympathy for unluckily banned Fletcher (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Patrice Evra has spoken of Manchester United's sympathy for Darren Fletcher as the Scot faces the prospect of missing out on the Champions League final.
Fergie rues Fletcher's unwarranted red card (May 5, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson rued the dreadful decision by referee Roberto Rosetti that robbed Darren Fletcher of his shot at Champions League glory.
Henry an injury doubt for Barca's Bridge mission (May 5, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona could be without former Arsenal striker Thierry Henry for their crucial Champions League semi-final return leg against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Insider: Ronaldo puts Arsenal to the sword (May 5, 2009 07:00 GMT)
The Insider was at the Emirates as United humiliated Arsenal on their own turf.
Chelsea can score from anywhere insists Drogba (May 5, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Didier Drogba insists Chelsea can destroy Barcelona from all areas of the pitch when they meet in their Champions League semi-final second leg at Stamford Bridge tomorrow night.
Guus wants "intelligence & emotion" (May 5, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Chelsea's interim coach Guus Hiddink has called on his players to overcome Barcelona with a combination of "intelligence and emotion'' in their Champions League showdown at Stamford Bridge tomorrow night.
Barca or Chelsea will win European Cup - Mourinho (May 5, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Inter Milan coach Jose Mourinho believes the winner of Wednesday night's Champions League semi-final between Chelsea and Barcelona will go on to lift the trophy.
Fergie expected to task Man Utd to get goals (May 5, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson will order his Manchester United team to go for goals as they look to secure a place in the Champions League final at Arsenal on Tuesday night.
Fans will be vital to Arsenal's hopes - Wenger (May 5, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger feels the Emirates Stadium crowd can prove ''vital'' in Arsenal's quest to overturn holders Manchester United and reach the final of the Champions League on Tuesday night.
Henry included in Barca party to face Chelsea (May 4, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola has included striker Thierry Henry in a 21-man squad for Wednesday's Champions League semi-final second leg against Chelsea.
Ferguson to hit Arsenal on the counter-attack (May 4, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Lessons learned in countless European campaigns will ensure Manchester United attack Arsenal the right way in Tuesday's Champions League semi-final second leg, their manager Alex Ferguson said on Monday.
Wenger promises ''magnificent'' display (May 4, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger has promised a "magnificent" team display by his Arsenal side at Emirates Stadium tomorrow night as they look to overturn a 1-0 deficit against Manchester United and reach the Champions League final.
Van Persie returns to squad for Arsenal (May 4, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Arsenal striker Robin van Persie and defender Mikael Silvestre have both trained ahead of Tuesday's UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg against Manchester United.
United injury boost as Ferdinand is back in training (May 4, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United have been given a major lift ahead of their Champions League semi-final with Arsenal as Rio Ferdinand returned to training.
Messi ready for Chelsea test (May 4, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Lionel Messi has warned UEFA Champions League opponents Chelsea that Barcelona's confidence is sky-high after their weekend 'El Clasico' success.
Wenger calls for focus ahead of United clash (May 3, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger has called on his Arsenal players to enjoy the crunch Champions League semi-final second leg against Manchester United and produce the performance needed to keep their European dream alive.
Hiddink denies Barca claims (May 1, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Guus Hiddink has denied Chelsea were guilty of ''dirty tricks'' in their goalless draw with Barcelona in the Nou Camp.
On that day: Defending the indefensible? (May 1, 2009 07:00 GMT)
No club has defended the European Cup since 1990. John Brewin shows where they lost their title.
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Giggs forgets Rome and targets third final (May 29, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Ryan Giggs is already looking towards the target of helping Manchester United reach a third successive Champions League final.
Giggs: Remember what we did achieve (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Ryan Giggs has told his devastated Manchester United team-mates not to forget it has been a season to remember.
Ferdinand: United will bounce back (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Rio Ferdinand insists his Manchester United team-mates are big enough to handle the shattering disappointment of last night's Champions League final defeat in Rome.
Nigerian bus driver kills four Barca supporters (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
A Manchester United fan in Nigeria killed four people when he drove his minibus into a crowd of Barcelona supporters after his team lost the Champions League final, police said on Thursday.
Charlton: Long term plan promises success (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Sir Bobby Charlton is confident a template is in place which will ensure Manchester United continue to challenge for major honours despite the disappointing defeat to Barcelona.
Rome, the day after (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Roberto Gotta offers the Italian view of how the Champions League final went down in Rome.
Alvarez: Winning over one of the madridistas (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Eduardo Alvarez shares his thoughts on the Rome final, from a madridista point of view.
Fergie laments 'shoddy defending' (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson admitted Darren Fletcher's absence was a 'big loss' as he rued 'shoddy defending' for Manchester United's defeat by Barcelona.
Police arrest over 40 Barcelona fans after riots (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Spanish police arrested more than 40 people in Barcelona on Wednesday night as thousands celebrated Barcelona's victory in the Champions League final, the Europa Press news agency reported.
Ronaldo: United tactics ''not good'' (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo felt Manchester United's tactics were 'not good' during the club's 2-0 defeat by Barcelona in the final of the UEFA Champions League.
Guardiola taking Dream Team on - Laporta (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Johan Cruyff's Barcelona "Dream Team" of the early 1990s laid the foundations for the club's triumph this season but Pep Guardiola has taken the Dutchman's philosophy to new heights, president Joan Laporta said.
Rooney masks pain to hail Iniesta as world's best (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United's Wayne Rooney did not let the disappointment of Wednesday's 2-0 defeat in the Champions League final stop him hailing Barcelona's Andres Iniesta as the world's best player.
Messi and Eto'o left overwhelmed (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Samuel Eto'o and Lionel Messi were left overwhelmed after scoring the goals in Barcelona's Champions League final triumph over Manchester United in Rome.
ESPN Press Pass blog: When in Rome... (May 28, 2009 07:00 GMT)
The ESPNsoccernet Press Pass team offer their thoughts from Rome in our daily UCL blog.
The battle to be the world's best (May 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Phil Holland asks if Messi did enough in Rome to replace Ronaldo as the world's best player?
Ronaldo: Barca defeat a big disappointment (May 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo had admitted tonight's Champions League defeat to Barcelona was one of the biggest disappointments of his career.
So near and yet so far (May 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
After defeat in Rome Richard Jolly reflects on what might have been for Sir Alex Ferguson.
Guardiola: Barca are the "best team in the world" (May 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Triumphant Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola was in the mood to celebrate after his team completed a unique treble of La Liga, Copa del Rey and the Champions League with victory over Manchester United.
Dejected Ferguson admits "the best team won" (May 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson admitted his side lost to the better side as Barcelona won the Champions League final 2-0 in Rome, but vowed to come back even stronger.
Manchester United fan suffers stabbing in Rome (May 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
A Manchester United fan is recovering in Rome after being stabbed ahead of the Champions League final.
Ronaldo wants to secure history in Rome (May 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo's driving force as he prepares for Manchester United's Champions League final against Barcelona is the prospect of making history.
Puyol attempts to heap pressure on United (May 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona captain Carles Puyol claims the pressure is on Manchester United in Champions League final because the Spanish giants have already surpassed expectations this season.
The Champions League final: Priceless? (May 27, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Phil Holland on the cost of going to Rome, free tickets at Burnley and cost cutting at Newcastle.
Barca must overcome injuries and suspensions (May 26, 2009 17:05 GMT)
Terry Venables and Albert Ferrer reveal their thoughts on Wednesday night's Champions League final.
Pep: We must play ''beautiful'' to beat United (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola believes the only way his side can beat ''the best team in the world'' in the Champions League final is to ''play beautiful''.
Man United go back to 1991 to wear all-white (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United will play in an all-white strip when they face Barcelona in the Champions League final on Wednesday, just as they did when they beat them in the 1991 European Cup Winners' Cup final.
Ferdinand declares himself fit for Barcelona clash (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Rio Ferdinand has declared himself fit to face Barcelona in the Champions League final.
Platini expects "unpredictable" and "beautiful" final (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
UEFA president Michel Platini has reassured Manchester United and Barcelona fans that security arrangements for Wednesday's Champions League final in Rome are under control, paving the way for a "beautiful game".
Txiki Begiristain urges Barcelona to clinch treble (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona technical secretary Txiki Begiristain has urged the team to make the most of their "unique opportunity" to seal a place in the history books.
Barcelona must attack Man United, says Reina (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Liverpool goalkeeper Jose Reina has warned Barcelona that Manchester United will 'kill' them if they show any fear in Wedneday's Champions League final.
Van der Sar 'on his toes' for Barcelona challenge (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United's veteran goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar insists he does not fear facing Barcelona's free-scoring attackers in Wednesday's Champions League final.
Managers - Sir Alex Ferguson (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson is close to completing another quest for his Holy Grail, the European Cup, says Phil Holland.
Milan's Ancelotti expects to know fate on Monday (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti expects to learn where his future lies at the conclusion of the Serie A championship.
Berbatov reluctant to take penalty in Rome (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United striker Dimitar Berbatov is already having doubts about taking a penalty in the Champions League final.
On that day: The finals reckoning (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
John Brewin documents the eight European Champions Cup finals featuring Barcelona and Man United.
Where the final will be won and lost (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Get all the info on the two teams and the key battles ahead of the Champions League final.
Champions League final factsheet (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Get all the info on the two teams in our Champions League final factsheet.
Managers - Pep Guardiola (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barca coach Pep Guardiola is just 90minutes away from greatness, writes Phil Holland.
Barcelona pen pix (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Phil Holland looks at the Barcelona players hoping to lift the European Cup in Rome.
Manchester United pen pix (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Phil Holland profiles the Manchester United squad ahead of the showdown in Rome.
The Dream Final? (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Phil Holland previews the Champions League final between Barcelona and Manchester United.
Stadio Olimpico - A storied stadium (May 26, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Phil Holland profiles the Stadio Olimpico, venue for this year's Champions League final.
Jolly: Berbatov hopes to silence doubters in Rome (May 25, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Dimitar Berbatov admits to Richard Jolly that he still has plenty to prove.
Forged tickets the biggest worry for Rome mayor (May 25, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Rome mayor Gianni Alemanno believes forged tickets could be the biggest problem in Wednesday's Champions League final.
Henry and Iniesta back in training (May 25, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona duo Thierry Henry and Andres Iniesta continued their respective bids to be fit for the Champions League final as they returned to squad training today, albeit not at the same level as their team-mates.
Messi focused on historic treble (May 25, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona's Lionel Messi insists he is not looking at the Champions League final as a chance to get one over Manchester United winger Cristiano Ronaldo in the race for this year's Ballon d'Or.
Ball: View from the Gulf (May 25, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Phil Ball reports from Qatar where anticipation for the Champions League final is reaching fever pitch.
United ready for Rome, says suspended Fletcher (May 25, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United midfielder Darren Fletcher has backed the rest of the club's senior stars to go on and win the Champions League without him.
Magical Messi ready to make his mark (May 24, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Lionel Messi tells Nick Bidwell that Barcelona cannot go wrong against Man United in Rome.
Chelsea, Drogba and Bosingwa charged by UEFA (May 22, 2009 21:27 GMT)
UEFA have initiated disciplinary proceedings against Chelsea, Didier Drogba and Jose Bosingwa in relation to incidents following the Champions League semi-final second leg against Barcelona at Stamford Bridge.
Tevez and Berbatov to be benched by Sir Alex? (May 22, 2009 15:52 GMT)
Tevez and Berbatov to be benched by Sir Alex?
Iniesta confident of making United showdown (May 21, 2009 19:11 GMT)
Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta is "convinced'' he will be fully fit for Wednesday's Champions League final against Manchester United.
Rio insists he'll be fit to take on Barcelona (May 21, 2009 15:48 GMT)
Rio Ferdinand insists he will be fit for Manchester United's Champions League final with Barcelona in Rome next Wednesday.
Park hoping to banish pain of Moscow (May 21, 2009 15:45 GMT)
South Korea midfielder Park Ji-sung has admitted missing out on last year's Champions League final was the most heart-wrenching moment of his career.
Evra ready for Messi meeting (May 21, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Patrice Evra tells Richard Jolly his plan to stop Lionel Messi in Rome.
Barca deserve to win in Rome, claims Messi (May 20, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi believes the ''mental strength'' his team showed to get past Chelsea shows they deserve to win the Champions League.
Rio in fitness race for Champions League final (May 20, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Rio Ferdinand could miss out on a starting place in the Champions League final unless the Manchester United defender can prove his fitness to Sir Alex Ferguson before the weekend.
Effenberg brands Beckham's style "underhand" (May 20, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Former Bayern Munich midfielder Stefan Effenberg has attacked David Beckham's style of play, labelling the AC Milan loan star as ''underhand''.
Man Utd fans warned to be vigilant in Rome (May 20, 2009 07:00 GMT)
The UK's Foreign and Commonwealth Office is calling on Manchester United supporters to be vigilant when they visit Rome for the Champions League final against Barcelona on May 27.
Messi vs. Ronaldo clash captivates Ferguson (May 19, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has picked out Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo - rivals in next week's Champions League final - as the two most gifted players in the game.
Dutch legend Cruyff blasts English foreign policy (May 19, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Johan Cruyff has hit out at the English Premier League, claiming that the domination of the Champions League is because the clubs rely on foreign players.
Man United keeper Foster ruled out for nine weeks (May 18, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United goalkeeper Ben Foster will not be involved in the Champions League Final in Rome next week after undergoing surgery to repair a ruptured ligament in his thumb.
United expect Rio to recover for Barca showdown (May 15, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has played down concerns that Rio Ferdinand might be forced to miss the Champions League final.
Fletcher forced to accept Rome final suspension (May 11, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Darren Fletcher's attempt to get his suspension from the Champions League final overturned has failed. UEFA have confirmed that the red card that the Manchester United midfielder was given for a foul on Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas will stand.
Iniesta says he will be fit for Rome final (May 11, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta expects to be fit for the Champions League final against Manchester United on May 27, after having further tests on a thigh muscle injury.
UEFA: Drogba has undermined respect campaign (May 10, 2009 07:00 GMT)
UEFA general secretary David Taylor believes Didier Drogba's midweek outburst was a blow to the 'Respect' campaign - and has admitted Chelsea may have to wait several weeks before discovering his fate.
Platini ''happy'' with English dominance in UCL (May 10, 2009 07:00 GMT)
UEFA president Michael Platini insists he would have been ''happy'' to see a second successive all-English Champions League final.
Hiddink calls for video technology to aid officials (May 9, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Chelsea boss Guus Hiddink has urged football's authorities to come to the aid of referees by introducing video technology for key decisions.
Barca to appeal Abidal and Alves suspensions (May 9, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona will appeal Eric Abidal's red card and the yellow card shown to Daniel Alves in the hope of getting their suspensions for the Champions League final against Manchester United overturned.
Barca to appeal Abidal and Alves suspensions (May 9, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona will appeal Eric Abidal's red card and the yellow card shown to Daniel Alves in the hope of getting their suspensions for the Champions League final against Manchester United overturned.
Barca's Henry facing fitness battle for Rome final (May 9, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona forward Thierry Henry is facing a battle to be fit for the UEFA Champions League final against Manchester United.
Drogba must learn from Lampard - Hiddink (May 9, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Guus Hiddink has told Didier Drogba to learn from Frank Lampard's dignified reaction to Chelsea's Champions League exit.
Drogba likely to escape Blues censure (May 8, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Guus Hiddink has revealed Didier Drogba is unlikely to be disciplined by Chelsea for his controversial behaviour in the wake of Wednesday's Champions League exit.
UEFA to decide on Fletcher's fate on Monday (May 8, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United will find out on Monday whether their appeal against the red card issued to Darren Fletcher in the Champions League semi-final second leg against Arsenal has been successful.
Lampard defends rant by 'emotional' Drogba (May 8, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Frank Lampard refused to condemn Didier Drogba for his angry reaction to Chelsea's Champions League exit at the hands of Barcelona.
Chelsea wait on UEFA verdict (May 8, 2009 07:00 GMT)
UEFA will decide "in the course of next week" what disciplinary action to take against Chelsea for their behavior toward the referee after Wednesday's contentious Champions League semi-final against Barcelona.
On that day: Robbo/Diego to Ronaldo/Messi (May 8, 2009 07:00 GMT)
John Brewin begins the build-up to Rome with memories of previous United-Barcelona encounters.
Drogba issues apology for post-match behaviour (May 7, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Didier Drogba has issued an apology for his behaviour in the wake of Chelsea's devastating Champions League exit at the hands of Barcelona.
Police worried for ref Ovrebo (May 7, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Controversial referee Tom Henning Ovrebo was understood to have been smuggled out of the country by police today after receiving a number of death threats.
Ferdinand: Fear of failure drives United on (May 7, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Rio Ferdinand believes the nagging fear of failure will drive Manchester United towards glory.
Chelsea backing for Drogba (May 7, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Guus Hiddink will support Didier Drogba if UEFA decide to punish the Ivorian striker over his post-match confrontation with referee Tom Henning Ovrebo and a foul-mouthed TV rant following yesterday's Champions League semi-final exit.
United ask UEFA to overturn Fletcher red card (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United have asked UEFA to overturn Darren Fletcher's red card against Arsenal on compassionate grounds.
Pique admits fortune after Chelsea penalty claim (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona defender Gerard Pique admitted he did touch the ball with his hand as the Spanish side qualified for the Champions League final at the expense of Chelsea - but insisted it was not deliberate.
Hiddink fumes at Norwegian referee's display (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Chelsea manager Guus Hiddink said it would be impossible to prove claims UEFA did not want an all-English Champions League final.
Lazio game to be switched for UCL final prep (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Serie A's penultimate weekend of fixtures may have to be moved to accommodate the Champions League final, Italian soccer officials said on Wednesday.
Evra: Eleven men against Eleven babies (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Patrice Evra tells Bruno Salla that Franck Ribery is made for the Champions League finalists.
Gunners fan hangs himself after United victory (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
An Arsenal fan hung himself following his team's 4-1 aggregate drubbing by arch-rivals Manchester United in the Champions League semi-final, police said.
No chance of reprieve for Fletcher (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United's hopes of overturning Darren Fletcher's red card have been dashed by UEFA, who state that overturning the Scot's suspension for the Champions League final would open a "Pandora's Box".
Wenger: The most disappointing of nights (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger was left to reflect on the most disappointing night of his Arsenal career following the Champions League semi-final defeat to Manchester United, but vowed his young side will one day compete with the best again
Ronaldo confident of second Champions League (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo believes Manchester United will go on to become history-makers in Rome on May 27.
United in sympathy for unluckily banned Fletcher (May 6, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Patrice Evra has spoken of Manchester United's sympathy for Darren Fletcher as the Scot faces the prospect of missing out on the Champions League final.
Fergie rues Fletcher's unwarranted red card (May 5, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson rued the dreadful decision by referee Roberto Rosetti that robbed Darren Fletcher of his shot at Champions League glory.
Henry an injury doubt for Barca's Bridge mission (May 5, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona could be without former Arsenal striker Thierry Henry for their crucial Champions League semi-final return leg against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Insider: Ronaldo puts Arsenal to the sword (May 5, 2009 07:00 GMT)
The Insider was at the Emirates as United humiliated Arsenal on their own turf.
Chelsea can score from anywhere insists Drogba (May 5, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Didier Drogba insists Chelsea can destroy Barcelona from all areas of the pitch when they meet in their Champions League semi-final second leg at Stamford Bridge tomorrow night.
Guus wants "intelligence & emotion" (May 5, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Chelsea's interim coach Guus Hiddink has called on his players to overcome Barcelona with a combination of "intelligence and emotion'' in their Champions League showdown at Stamford Bridge tomorrow night.
Barca or Chelsea will win European Cup - Mourinho (May 5, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Inter Milan coach Jose Mourinho believes the winner of Wednesday night's Champions League semi-final between Chelsea and Barcelona will go on to lift the trophy.
Fergie expected to task Man Utd to get goals (May 5, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson will order his Manchester United team to go for goals as they look to secure a place in the Champions League final at Arsenal on Tuesday night.
Fans will be vital to Arsenal's hopes - Wenger (May 5, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger feels the Emirates Stadium crowd can prove ''vital'' in Arsenal's quest to overturn holders Manchester United and reach the final of the Champions League on Tuesday night.
Henry included in Barca party to face Chelsea (May 4, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola has included striker Thierry Henry in a 21-man squad for Wednesday's Champions League semi-final second leg against Chelsea.
Ferguson to hit Arsenal on the counter-attack (May 4, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Lessons learned in countless European campaigns will ensure Manchester United attack Arsenal the right way in Tuesday's Champions League semi-final second leg, their manager Alex Ferguson said on Monday.
Wenger promises ''magnificent'' display (May 4, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger has promised a "magnificent" team display by his Arsenal side at Emirates Stadium tomorrow night as they look to overturn a 1-0 deficit against Manchester United and reach the Champions League final.
Van Persie returns to squad for Arsenal (May 4, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Arsenal striker Robin van Persie and defender Mikael Silvestre have both trained ahead of Tuesday's UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg against Manchester United.
United injury boost as Ferdinand is back in training (May 4, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United have been given a major lift ahead of their Champions League semi-final with Arsenal as Rio Ferdinand returned to training.
Messi ready for Chelsea test (May 4, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Lionel Messi has warned UEFA Champions League opponents Chelsea that Barcelona's confidence is sky-high after their weekend 'El Clasico' success.
Wenger calls for focus ahead of United clash (May 3, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger has called on his Arsenal players to enjoy the crunch Champions League semi-final second leg against Manchester United and produce the performance needed to keep their European dream alive.
Hiddink denies Barca claims (May 1, 2009 07:00 GMT)
Guus Hiddink has denied Chelsea were guilty of ''dirty tricks'' in their goalless draw with Barcelona in the Nou Camp.
On that day: Defending the indefensible? (May 1, 2009 07:00 GMT)
No club has defended the European Cup since 1990. John Brewin shows where they lost their title.
