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Bale rues missing out on Champions League (May 31, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Tottenham winger Gareth Bale has spoken of his frustration at missing out on playing in next season's Champions League, describing the club's failure to qualify as a "massive blow".
Evra hoping for Barcelona rematch next season (May 30, 2011 08:44 GMT)
Patrice Evra wants to chance to tackle Barcelona again in next season's Champions League final.
Evra seeking revenge against Barca (May 30, 2011 04:12 GMT)
Patrice Evra is ready for another crack at Barcelona and hopes to take them on in next year's Champions League decider.
Phil Ball: Deja vu for Man United (May 29, 2011 11:44 GMT)
Barca's fourth title was won with probably their best performance in any of the finals, says Phil Ball.
Messi downplays role (May 29, 2011 11:00 GMT)
Lionel Messi played down his contribution to Barcelona's Champions League final victory on Saturday, claiming his man-of-the-match performance was almost irrelevant as he and his team-mates proved they "were the better team".
Nani: United can beat Barcelona next season (May 29, 2011 10:23 GMT)
Manchester United winger Nani remains convinced Manchester United can beat Barcelona next season despite the manner of Saturday night's Champions League final defeat.
Fergie insists axed Berbatov did not storm out (May 29, 2011 09:55 GMT)
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson insists Dimitar Berbatov did not storm out of Wembley after being dumped from the squad to face Barcelona in the Champions League final on Saturday night.
Guardiola to stay at European champions Barca (May 29, 2011 09:28 GMT)
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola wants to stay on for another season at the Nou Camp after leading his team to a second Champions League title in three seasons.
Brewin: Barca machine tear United to shreds (May 28, 2011 22:44 GMT)
John Brewin was at Wembley to see European champions Barcelona dismantle Man United.
Fergie: Barca best (May 28, 2011 21:52 GMT)
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson acknowledged the club's opponents Barcelona are the best team he has faced in his long and distinguished career.
Jolly: The long hard goodbye (May 28, 2011 21:40 GMT)
Richard Jolly watched on as Barcelona cruelly ended one era of Manchester Utd at Wembley.
Guardiola delighted with Barca performance (May 28, 2011 21:28 GMT)
Barcelona coach Josep Guardiola was delighted with the way his side fought back after conceding Wayne Rooney's equaliser just before half-time and was delighted with the final scoreline.
Vidic: Barcelona deserved to win (May 28, 2011 21:05 GMT)
Manchester United captain Nemanja Vidic admitted his side were beaten by the better team.
Maradona: Barcelona star Messi is the new me (May 28, 2011 15:19 GMT)
Barcelona star Lionel Messi has received a timely boost ahead of Saturday's Champions League final from Argentina legend Diego Maradona, who claims his young countryman is the first player to be as good as himself.
Gerard Pique: No regrets leaving Man United (May 28, 2011 07:26 GMT)
Barcelona defender Gerard Pique believes leaving Manchester United was the boost he needed to go on to become one of the world's best defenders.
Pep: We're not the best (May 27, 2011 18:26 GMT)
Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola played down suggestions that his side are the best team ever, as they prepare to face Manchester Untied in the final of the Champions League.
Fergie plays down talk of aerial threat (May 27, 2011 16:25 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has played down suggestions that Manchester United will look to launch an aerial bombardment on Barcelona during Saturday's Champions League final.
Barca's Mascherano ready for United test (May 27, 2011 07:39 GMT)
Barcelona midfielder Javier Mascherano claims he is eagerly anticipating Saturday's Champions League final and denies feeling more motivated because Manchester United lie in wait.
Confident Carrick has point to prove (May 27, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United's Michael Carrick's speaks to Richard Jolly ahead of the Champions League final.
An impossible dream achieved already (May 27, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Daniel Harris returns to pay tribute to the wonder of the Ferguson years at Manchester United.
Asian hopes pinned on Park (May 27, 2011 07:00 GMT)
John Duerden on the Asian reaction to the rise of Park Ji-Sung at Manchester Utd.
El Tel: Pep has continued Cruyff's legacy (May 27, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Mark Lomas talks to Terry Venables about his time at Barca and the impact of La Masia.
Kassai named as Champions League final referee (May 26, 2011 10:23 GMT)
UEFA have announced that Hungarian referee Viktor Kassai will officiate the Champions League final between Barcelona and Manchester United at Wembley on Saturday.
Xavi: United success has led the way (May 26, 2011 10:11 GMT)
Barcelona midfielder Xavi believes Manchester United's achievements over the past two decades should be a "reference point" for other clubs to try to emulate.
Evra: I was over-confident in 2009 (May 26, 2011 08:13 GMT)
Patrice Evra says he will not make the same mistake he made two years ago and under-estimate Barcelona in the Champions League final.
Park: United must play as a team (May 26, 2011 07:58 GMT)
Park Ji-sung is ignoring suggestions that he could be the man to shackle FIFA World Player of the Year Lionel Messi, and insists United will have to play as a team to stop Barcelona's star man.
Rewind to 1992: Cruyff builds his Dream Team (May 26, 2011 07:48 GMT)
Jon Carter rewinds to 1992, when Johan Cruyff put Barcelona on the path to greatness with his Dream Team.
Unbeatable Rio out to blunt Barca's attack (May 26, 2011 07:48 GMT)
Richard Jolly talks to Man Utd defender Rio Ferdinand ahead of his clash with the world's best.
First XI: European Cup classics (May 26, 2011 07:43 GMT)
This week's First XI presents a selection of some of the greatest European Cup finals.
Fletcher facing final agony again (May 26, 2011 07:16 GMT)
Darren Fletcher is set to miss the Champions League final for a third time despite recovering from a virus.
Sir Alex ready for tough selection decisions (May 25, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson says there will be no room for sentiment as he looks to reverse the disappointment of Rome when Manchester United take on Barcelona in the Champions League final at Wembley on Saturday.
Fergie bans journalist for Giggs question (May 24, 2011 16:44 GMT)
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has been caught on camera ordering his press officer to ban a reporter who asked a seemingly innocuous question about Ryan Giggs.
Barca stars: Man United better without Ronaldo (May 24, 2011 15:26 GMT)
Barcelona's players believe Manchester United have improved since the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo to Real Madrid in 2009.
Fergie: No Messi masterplan (May 24, 2011 10:30 GMT)
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson will not single out Barcelona star Lionel Messi for special attention during Saturday's Champions League final at Wembley.
Barca star Messi expects tough United test (May 24, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Lionel Messi expects a different Manchester United side to the one Barcelona beat in the Champions League final in 2009 as the two teams prepare to meet in the European showpiece at Wembley on Saturday night.
Ash cloud forces Barca to change travel plans (May 24, 2011 07:00 GMT)
The Barcelona team will travel to London on Tuesday evening due to fears of volcanic ash from Iceland drifting towards England ahead of Saturday's Champions League final.
Ferguson plots upset against Barca (May 23, 2011 08:46 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has warned Champions League final opponents Barcelona his team will be unfazed entering the showdown as underdogs, insisting "we have the players to win".
Barcelona's Iniesta hails Scholes and Giggs (May 21, 2011 10:25 GMT)
Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta has labelled Manchester United's Paul Scholes and Ryan Giggs "shining examples for any player'' ahead of next weekend's Champions League final between the two clubs.
Real's Busquets racism complaint dismissed (May 16, 2011 10:55 GMT)
Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets has been cleared to play in Champions League final after UEFA dismissed racism charges levelled against him by Real Madrid.
Fergie: Don't bet against us to beat Barcelona (May 16, 2011 08:45 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson believes a Champions League final win over Barcelona at Wembley would end any debate about the merits of his current Manchester United side.
UEFA opens Busquets racism claim inquiry (May 12, 2011 14:54 GMT)
UEFA has announced it is to open an inquiry into Real Madrid's claim that Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets racially abused Marcelo.
Ferguson offers Fletcher Wembley lifeline (May 11, 2011 13:07 GMT)
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson will give Darren Fletcher a chance to prove his fitness in time for the Champions League final as the midfielder bids to avoid a repeat of his 2009 heartache.
Ferguson: We must stop Barca trio in final (May 10, 2011 07:42 GMT)
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson admits he must find a way to stop Barcelona's three best attacking players in the Champions League final.
Guardiola rates United as 'extraordinary' (May 9, 2011 22:36 GMT)
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola has hailed Manchester United as an "extraordinary" team ahead of the sides' Champions League final at the end of the month.
Mourinho plans to boycott press conferences (May 7, 2011 09:42 GMT)
Real Madrid assistant coach Aitor Karanka says Jose Mourinho has been left in the dark as to the official reason he was handed a five-match ban by UEFA.
Mourinho gets five-match ban for UEFA rant (May 6, 2011 13:51 GMT)
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has been hit by a five-match ban for his criticism of UEFA and Barcelona following their first leg defeat to the Catalans in the Champions League.
Raul: No favourites in Champions League final (May 6, 2011 10:08 GMT)
Schalke striker Raul believes it is impossible to pick a winner from the Champions League final between Barcelona and Manchester United.
Real launch UEFA appeal as row continues (May 5, 2011 18:13 GMT)
UEFA has confirmed Real Madrid have appealed the governing body's decision to dismiss the club's complaints about the conduct of Barcelona players in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final between the two rivals.
Rewind: United take the Wembley way to glory (May 5, 2011 07:16 GMT)
Tom Adams rewinds to 1968, when Matt Busby led Man Utd to European glory at Wembley.
Xavi claims Manchester United are favourites (May 5, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona star Xavi has claimed Manchester United should be considered the favourites for the Champions League final at Wembley.
Gibson the unlikely hero (May 4, 2011 22:13 GMT)
Richard Jolly watches Darron Gibson pull the strings as United strolled into the Champions League final.
Schalke chief Heldt hails European campaign (May 4, 2011 21:48 GMT)
Schalke sporting director Horst Heldt claims he is 'proud' of the side's performances in the Champions League, despite their capitulation against Manchester United.
Ferguson: United team did me proud (May 4, 2011 21:12 GMT)
Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar enjoyed a "perfect'' Champions League semi-final second-leg victory over Schalke at Old Trafford.
Alex Ferguson fully focused despite ringing the changes (May 4, 2011 13:34 GMT)
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson insists there will be no complacency from his team despite his intention to leave a number of star names on the sidelines for the Champions League semi-final second leg against Schalke.
Calderon casts doubt on Mourinho future (May 4, 2011 13:00 GMT)
Former Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon has cast doubt on Jose Mourinho's future at the Bernabeu, claiming the manager's recent controversies have been "harmful" to the club.
Rangnick looks to 1999 UCL final for inspiration (May 4, 2011 09:32 GMT)
Schalke coach Ralf Rangnick is hoping Manchester United's unlikely comeback against Bayern Munich in the 1999 Champions League final can inspire his side to achieve something similar at Old Trafford on Wednesday night.
Rio ready to fire Man Utd to glory (May 4, 2011 07:33 GMT)
Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has played down concerns regarding his fitness and claims he is ready to lead the club to Champions League and Premier League success.
Q&A with Schalke goalkeeper Manuel Neuer (May 4, 2011 07:17 GMT)
Nick Bidwell speaks to Europe's most coveted 'keeper - Schalke and Germany's Manuel Neuer.
Guardiola expects different Man United test (May 4, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola expects to face a very different Manchester United side in this season's Champions League final to the one they beat in 2009.
Ronaldo: Barca get preferential treatment (May 3, 2011 22:36 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo has slammed the performance of referee Frank de Bleeckere in Real Madrid's 1-1 draw with Barcelona at Camp Nou and claimed the Catalans receive "preferential treatment" from officials.=
Guardiola: Utd win in 2009 UCL final no advantage (May 3, 2011 22:09 GMT)
Pep Guardiola rejected the idea that Barcelona's 2009 Champions League final victory over Manchester United will help them if Sir Alex Ferguson's side make the Wembley final.
Alonso: Referees to blame for exit (May 3, 2011 21:52 GMT)
Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso turned the attention back on the match officials after his side were knocked out of the Champions League by Barcelona at Camp Nou.
Barca, Real continue tit-for-tat attacks (May 3, 2011 21:27 GMT)
The war of words ahead of the fourth and final installment of a bitterly fought series between Real Madrid and Barcelona continued on the eve of Tuesday night's Champions League semi-final second leg at the Nou Camp.
Schalke set for injury boost ahead of second leg (May 3, 2011 12:57 GMT)
German side Schalke are struggling against the tide, as they must overturn a 2-0 deficit against Manchester United in the Champions League semi-finals, but they have been boosted by the possible return of striker Klass-Jan Huntelaar.
UEFA sends Collina to oversee Clasico referee (May 3, 2011 11:49 GMT)
Italian refereeing legend Pierluigi Collina has been sent by UEFA to monitor the performance of Belgian match official Frank de Bleeckere in the final El Clasico clash of the season.
Rooney misses training, Fletcher to start (May 3, 2011 11:26 GMT)
Wayne Rooney was absent from the open 15-minute section of training ahead of Manchester United's Champions League semi-final against Schalke at Old Trafford.
United to ring changes for Schalke (May 3, 2011 08:39 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson intends to ring the changes as Manchester United look to seal a UEFA Champions League final spot ahead of their crucial Premier League collision with Chelsea next weekend.
Abidal, Iniesta fit for Barcelona (May 3, 2011 07:30 GMT)
Barcelona defender Eric Abidal, who had surgery on a liver tumour in March, was given the all-clear on Monday and included in the squad for Tuesday's Champions League match against Real Madrid.
Guardiola hits back at Barcelona criticism (May 3, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola has leapt to the defence of his players ahead of the Champions League semi-final clash with Real Madrid, claiming they are examples of professionalism.
Karanka to take Real Madrid press conference (May 2, 2011 21:26 GMT)
Real Madrid assistant coach Aitor Karanka will speak to the media on Monday ahead of Tuesday's Champions League semi-final second leg against Barcelona, the club have announced.
Real Madrid accuse Sergio Busquets of racism (May 2, 2011 14:31 GMT)
Real Madrid have released video footage appearing to show Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets calling Marcelo a "monkey".
Hitzfeld blasts 'shameful' Mourinho (May 2, 2011 12:22 GMT)
Two-time Champions League winner Ottmar Hitzfeld has blasted Jose Mourinho for his "boorish" attitude and "shameful" tactics.
Mourinho to be reunited with de Bleeckere (May 2, 2011 06:59 GMT)
UEFA has handed Frank de Bleeckere the task of refereeing Tuesday's Champions League encounter between Barcelona and Real Madrid - an appointment unlikely to go down well with Real boss Jose Mourinho.
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Bale rues missing out on Champions League (May 31, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Tottenham winger Gareth Bale has spoken of his frustration at missing out on playing in next season's Champions League, describing the club's failure to qualify as a "massive blow".
Evra hoping for Barcelona rematch next season (May 30, 2011 08:44 GMT)
Patrice Evra wants to chance to tackle Barcelona again in next season's Champions League final.
Evra seeking revenge against Barca (May 30, 2011 04:12 GMT)
Patrice Evra is ready for another crack at Barcelona and hopes to take them on in next year's Champions League decider.
Phil Ball: Deja vu for Man United (May 29, 2011 11:44 GMT)
Barca's fourth title was won with probably their best performance in any of the finals, says Phil Ball.
Messi downplays role (May 29, 2011 11:00 GMT)
Lionel Messi played down his contribution to Barcelona's Champions League final victory on Saturday, claiming his man-of-the-match performance was almost irrelevant as he and his team-mates proved they "were the better team".
Nani: United can beat Barcelona next season (May 29, 2011 10:23 GMT)
Manchester United winger Nani remains convinced Manchester United can beat Barcelona next season despite the manner of Saturday night's Champions League final defeat.
Fergie insists axed Berbatov did not storm out (May 29, 2011 09:55 GMT)
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson insists Dimitar Berbatov did not storm out of Wembley after being dumped from the squad to face Barcelona in the Champions League final on Saturday night.
Guardiola to stay at European champions Barca (May 29, 2011 09:28 GMT)
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola wants to stay on for another season at the Nou Camp after leading his team to a second Champions League title in three seasons.
Brewin: Barca machine tear United to shreds (May 28, 2011 22:44 GMT)
John Brewin was at Wembley to see European champions Barcelona dismantle Man United.
Fergie: Barca best (May 28, 2011 21:52 GMT)
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson acknowledged the club's opponents Barcelona are the best team he has faced in his long and distinguished career.
Jolly: The long hard goodbye (May 28, 2011 21:40 GMT)
Richard Jolly watched on as Barcelona cruelly ended one era of Manchester Utd at Wembley.
Guardiola delighted with Barca performance (May 28, 2011 21:28 GMT)
Barcelona coach Josep Guardiola was delighted with the way his side fought back after conceding Wayne Rooney's equaliser just before half-time and was delighted with the final scoreline.
Vidic: Barcelona deserved to win (May 28, 2011 21:05 GMT)
Manchester United captain Nemanja Vidic admitted his side were beaten by the better team.
Maradona: Barcelona star Messi is the new me (May 28, 2011 15:19 GMT)
Barcelona star Lionel Messi has received a timely boost ahead of Saturday's Champions League final from Argentina legend Diego Maradona, who claims his young countryman is the first player to be as good as himself.
Gerard Pique: No regrets leaving Man United (May 28, 2011 07:26 GMT)
Barcelona defender Gerard Pique believes leaving Manchester United was the boost he needed to go on to become one of the world's best defenders.
Pep: We're not the best (May 27, 2011 18:26 GMT)
Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola played down suggestions that his side are the best team ever, as they prepare to face Manchester Untied in the final of the Champions League.
Fergie plays down talk of aerial threat (May 27, 2011 16:25 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has played down suggestions that Manchester United will look to launch an aerial bombardment on Barcelona during Saturday's Champions League final.
Barca's Mascherano ready for United test (May 27, 2011 07:39 GMT)
Barcelona midfielder Javier Mascherano claims he is eagerly anticipating Saturday's Champions League final and denies feeling more motivated because Manchester United lie in wait.
Confident Carrick has point to prove (May 27, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Manchester United's Michael Carrick's speaks to Richard Jolly ahead of the Champions League final.
An impossible dream achieved already (May 27, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Daniel Harris returns to pay tribute to the wonder of the Ferguson years at Manchester United.
Asian hopes pinned on Park (May 27, 2011 07:00 GMT)
John Duerden on the Asian reaction to the rise of Park Ji-Sung at Manchester Utd.
El Tel: Pep has continued Cruyff's legacy (May 27, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Mark Lomas talks to Terry Venables about his time at Barca and the impact of La Masia.
Kassai named as Champions League final referee (May 26, 2011 10:23 GMT)
UEFA have announced that Hungarian referee Viktor Kassai will officiate the Champions League final between Barcelona and Manchester United at Wembley on Saturday.
Xavi: United success has led the way (May 26, 2011 10:11 GMT)
Barcelona midfielder Xavi believes Manchester United's achievements over the past two decades should be a "reference point" for other clubs to try to emulate.
Evra: I was over-confident in 2009 (May 26, 2011 08:13 GMT)
Patrice Evra says he will not make the same mistake he made two years ago and under-estimate Barcelona in the Champions League final.
Park: United must play as a team (May 26, 2011 07:58 GMT)
Park Ji-sung is ignoring suggestions that he could be the man to shackle FIFA World Player of the Year Lionel Messi, and insists United will have to play as a team to stop Barcelona's star man.
Rewind to 1992: Cruyff builds his Dream Team (May 26, 2011 07:48 GMT)
Jon Carter rewinds to 1992, when Johan Cruyff put Barcelona on the path to greatness with his Dream Team.
Unbeatable Rio out to blunt Barca's attack (May 26, 2011 07:48 GMT)
Richard Jolly talks to Man Utd defender Rio Ferdinand ahead of his clash with the world's best.
First XI: European Cup classics (May 26, 2011 07:43 GMT)
This week's First XI presents a selection of some of the greatest European Cup finals.
Fletcher facing final agony again (May 26, 2011 07:16 GMT)
Darren Fletcher is set to miss the Champions League final for a third time despite recovering from a virus.
Sir Alex ready for tough selection decisions (May 25, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson says there will be no room for sentiment as he looks to reverse the disappointment of Rome when Manchester United take on Barcelona in the Champions League final at Wembley on Saturday.
Fergie bans journalist for Giggs question (May 24, 2011 16:44 GMT)
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has been caught on camera ordering his press officer to ban a reporter who asked a seemingly innocuous question about Ryan Giggs.
Barca stars: Man United better without Ronaldo (May 24, 2011 15:26 GMT)
Barcelona's players believe Manchester United have improved since the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo to Real Madrid in 2009.
Fergie: No Messi masterplan (May 24, 2011 10:30 GMT)
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson will not single out Barcelona star Lionel Messi for special attention during Saturday's Champions League final at Wembley.
Barca star Messi expects tough United test (May 24, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Lionel Messi expects a different Manchester United side to the one Barcelona beat in the Champions League final in 2009 as the two teams prepare to meet in the European showpiece at Wembley on Saturday night.
Ash cloud forces Barca to change travel plans (May 24, 2011 07:00 GMT)
The Barcelona team will travel to London on Tuesday evening due to fears of volcanic ash from Iceland drifting towards England ahead of Saturday's Champions League final.
Ferguson plots upset against Barca (May 23, 2011 08:46 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has warned Champions League final opponents Barcelona his team will be unfazed entering the showdown as underdogs, insisting "we have the players to win".
Barcelona's Iniesta hails Scholes and Giggs (May 21, 2011 10:25 GMT)
Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta has labelled Manchester United's Paul Scholes and Ryan Giggs "shining examples for any player'' ahead of next weekend's Champions League final between the two clubs.
Real's Busquets racism complaint dismissed (May 16, 2011 10:55 GMT)
Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets has been cleared to play in Champions League final after UEFA dismissed racism charges levelled against him by Real Madrid.
Fergie: Don't bet against us to beat Barcelona (May 16, 2011 08:45 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson believes a Champions League final win over Barcelona at Wembley would end any debate about the merits of his current Manchester United side.
UEFA opens Busquets racism claim inquiry (May 12, 2011 14:54 GMT)
UEFA has announced it is to open an inquiry into Real Madrid's claim that Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets racially abused Marcelo.
Ferguson offers Fletcher Wembley lifeline (May 11, 2011 13:07 GMT)
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson will give Darren Fletcher a chance to prove his fitness in time for the Champions League final as the midfielder bids to avoid a repeat of his 2009 heartache.
Ferguson: We must stop Barca trio in final (May 10, 2011 07:42 GMT)
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson admits he must find a way to stop Barcelona's three best attacking players in the Champions League final.
Guardiola rates United as 'extraordinary' (May 9, 2011 22:36 GMT)
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola has hailed Manchester United as an "extraordinary" team ahead of the sides' Champions League final at the end of the month.
Mourinho plans to boycott press conferences (May 7, 2011 09:42 GMT)
Real Madrid assistant coach Aitor Karanka says Jose Mourinho has been left in the dark as to the official reason he was handed a five-match ban by UEFA.
Mourinho gets five-match ban for UEFA rant (May 6, 2011 13:51 GMT)
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has been hit by a five-match ban for his criticism of UEFA and Barcelona following their first leg defeat to the Catalans in the Champions League.
Raul: No favourites in Champions League final (May 6, 2011 10:08 GMT)
Schalke striker Raul believes it is impossible to pick a winner from the Champions League final between Barcelona and Manchester United.
Real launch UEFA appeal as row continues (May 5, 2011 18:13 GMT)
UEFA has confirmed Real Madrid have appealed the governing body's decision to dismiss the club's complaints about the conduct of Barcelona players in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final between the two rivals.
Rewind: United take the Wembley way to glory (May 5, 2011 07:16 GMT)
Tom Adams rewinds to 1968, when Matt Busby led Man Utd to European glory at Wembley.
Xavi claims Manchester United are favourites (May 5, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona star Xavi has claimed Manchester United should be considered the favourites for the Champions League final at Wembley.
Gibson the unlikely hero (May 4, 2011 22:13 GMT)
Richard Jolly watches Darron Gibson pull the strings as United strolled into the Champions League final.
Schalke chief Heldt hails European campaign (May 4, 2011 21:48 GMT)
Schalke sporting director Horst Heldt claims he is 'proud' of the side's performances in the Champions League, despite their capitulation against Manchester United.
Ferguson: United team did me proud (May 4, 2011 21:12 GMT)
Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar enjoyed a "perfect'' Champions League semi-final second-leg victory over Schalke at Old Trafford.
Alex Ferguson fully focused despite ringing the changes (May 4, 2011 13:34 GMT)
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson insists there will be no complacency from his team despite his intention to leave a number of star names on the sidelines for the Champions League semi-final second leg against Schalke.
Calderon casts doubt on Mourinho future (May 4, 2011 13:00 GMT)
Former Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon has cast doubt on Jose Mourinho's future at the Bernabeu, claiming the manager's recent controversies have been "harmful" to the club.
Rangnick looks to 1999 UCL final for inspiration (May 4, 2011 09:32 GMT)
Schalke coach Ralf Rangnick is hoping Manchester United's unlikely comeback against Bayern Munich in the 1999 Champions League final can inspire his side to achieve something similar at Old Trafford on Wednesday night.
Rio ready to fire Man Utd to glory (May 4, 2011 07:33 GMT)
Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has played down concerns regarding his fitness and claims he is ready to lead the club to Champions League and Premier League success.
Q&A with Schalke goalkeeper Manuel Neuer (May 4, 2011 07:17 GMT)
Nick Bidwell speaks to Europe's most coveted 'keeper - Schalke and Germany's Manuel Neuer.
Guardiola expects different Man United test (May 4, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola expects to face a very different Manchester United side in this season's Champions League final to the one they beat in 2009.
Ronaldo: Barca get preferential treatment (May 3, 2011 22:36 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo has slammed the performance of referee Frank de Bleeckere in Real Madrid's 1-1 draw with Barcelona at Camp Nou and claimed the Catalans receive "preferential treatment" from officials.=
Guardiola: Utd win in 2009 UCL final no advantage (May 3, 2011 22:09 GMT)
Pep Guardiola rejected the idea that Barcelona's 2009 Champions League final victory over Manchester United will help them if Sir Alex Ferguson's side make the Wembley final.
Alonso: Referees to blame for exit (May 3, 2011 21:52 GMT)
Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso turned the attention back on the match officials after his side were knocked out of the Champions League by Barcelona at Camp Nou.
Barca, Real continue tit-for-tat attacks (May 3, 2011 21:27 GMT)
The war of words ahead of the fourth and final installment of a bitterly fought series between Real Madrid and Barcelona continued on the eve of Tuesday night's Champions League semi-final second leg at the Nou Camp.
Schalke set for injury boost ahead of second leg (May 3, 2011 12:57 GMT)
German side Schalke are struggling against the tide, as they must overturn a 2-0 deficit against Manchester United in the Champions League semi-finals, but they have been boosted by the possible return of striker Klass-Jan Huntelaar.
UEFA sends Collina to oversee Clasico referee (May 3, 2011 11:49 GMT)
Italian refereeing legend Pierluigi Collina has been sent by UEFA to monitor the performance of Belgian match official Frank de Bleeckere in the final El Clasico clash of the season.
Rooney misses training, Fletcher to start (May 3, 2011 11:26 GMT)
Wayne Rooney was absent from the open 15-minute section of training ahead of Manchester United's Champions League semi-final against Schalke at Old Trafford.
United to ring changes for Schalke (May 3, 2011 08:39 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson intends to ring the changes as Manchester United look to seal a UEFA Champions League final spot ahead of their crucial Premier League collision with Chelsea next weekend.
Abidal, Iniesta fit for Barcelona (May 3, 2011 07:30 GMT)
Barcelona defender Eric Abidal, who had surgery on a liver tumour in March, was given the all-clear on Monday and included in the squad for Tuesday's Champions League match against Real Madrid.
Guardiola hits back at Barcelona criticism (May 3, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola has leapt to the defence of his players ahead of the Champions League semi-final clash with Real Madrid, claiming they are examples of professionalism.
Karanka to take Real Madrid press conference (May 2, 2011 21:26 GMT)
Real Madrid assistant coach Aitor Karanka will speak to the media on Monday ahead of Tuesday's Champions League semi-final second leg against Barcelona, the club have announced.
Real Madrid accuse Sergio Busquets of racism (May 2, 2011 14:31 GMT)
Real Madrid have released video footage appearing to show Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets calling Marcelo a "monkey".
Hitzfeld blasts 'shameful' Mourinho (May 2, 2011 12:22 GMT)
Two-time Champions League winner Ottmar Hitzfeld has blasted Jose Mourinho for his "boorish" attitude and "shameful" tactics.
Mourinho to be reunited with de Bleeckere (May 2, 2011 06:59 GMT)
UEFA has handed Frank de Bleeckere the task of refereeing Tuesday's Champions League encounter between Barcelona and Real Madrid - an appointment unlikely to go down well with Real boss Jose Mourinho.
