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Arsenal want Champions League clause (Nov 30, 2012 08:27 GMT)
Arsenal will encourage new signings to agree a contract clause which allows for their pay to be reduced should the club fail to qualify for the Champions League.
Platt handed two-game European ban (Nov 28, 2012 16:43 GMT)
Manchester City first team coach David Platt has been handed a two-match ban by UEFA after being sent to the stands during the Champions League game against Real Madrid.
Platini plans changes to Champions League format (Nov 28, 2012 13:28 GMT)
UEFA is considering expanding the Champions League to 64 teams and scrapping the Europa League, president Michel Platini has confirmed.
Shakhtar striker Adriano banned for Juve game (Nov 27, 2012 20:11 GMT)
Luiz Adriano will miss Shakhtar Donetsk's final Champions League group game after being given a one-game ban for his goal against Nordsjaelland.
UEFA hands Shakhtar's Adriano 1-match ban
(Nov 27, 2012 19:03 GMT)
UEFA has suspended Shakhtar Donetsk forward Luiz Adriano for one Champions League match for unsportsmanlike play against Nordsjaelland.
Ten reasons why Man City are out (Nov 22, 2012 13:05 GMT)
Richard Jolly examines why Man City have been dumped out in the group stage of the Champions League.
Huntelaar linked with Arsenal (Nov 22, 2012 11:28 GMT)
Schalke's Netherlands international striker Klaas-Jan Huntelaar has been linked with a move to Arsenal.
Gotze shines as Borussia Dortmund triumph (Nov 22, 2012 09:44 GMT)
A stunning display by Borussia Dortmund star Mario Gotze helped his side secure qualification for the Champions League knockout stages with a thumping 4-1 win at Ajax.
Ancelotti delighted with two-goal Lavezzi (Nov 22, 2012 09:27 GMT)
Paris St Germain coach Carlo Ancelotti praised striker Ezequiel Lavezzi after he scored twice at Dynamo Kiev to seal the club's place in the knockout stages of the Champions League.
Mexes: Overhead kick was 'a bit lucky' (Nov 22, 2012 08:49 GMT)
Philippe Mexes says his incredible goal on Wednesday night "was a bit lucky" but Adriano Galliani claimed Lionel Messi would "have been made a saint" had the Barcelona star scored it.
Wilshere demands more from Arsenal (Nov 22, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Jack Wilshere has urged Arsenal to push for top spot in their Champions League group after defeating Montpellier 2-0 on Wednesday.
Champions League group stage permutations (Nov 22, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Dale Johnson weighs up the qualification picture with two rounds of Champions League fixtures to be played.
Fluid Gunners provide ode to consistency (Nov 21, 2012 23:37 GMT)
Miguel Delaney on how a fluid Arsenal made the last 16 of the Champions League.
Mancini left to rue missed opportunity (Nov 21, 2012 23:35 GMT)
Richard Jolly was at the Etihad as Man City matched Real Madrid but tumbled out of the Champions League.
Mancini: I don't fear sack from City (Nov 21, 2012 22:37 GMT)
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini said he was not worried about the possibility of being sacked after watching his multi-million pound team crash out of the Champions League.
UEFA charge Adriano over Nordsjaelland goal (Nov 21, 2012 18:54 GMT)
Shakhtar Donetsk striker Luiz Adriano is to face disciplinary proceedings after UEFA confirmed an investigation is underway relating to his controversial Champions League goal against Nordsjaelland on Tuesday night.
In-form Dortmund target victory at Ajax (Nov 21, 2012 13:28 GMT)
Champions League Group D leaders Borussia Dortmund will not play for the draw they need away to Ajax to take them through to the knockout stages, chief executive Aki Watzke has said.
Pepe: Real must extend Ronaldo deal (Nov 21, 2012 12:26 GMT)
Real Madrid centre-half Pepe has cast further doubt on Cristiano Ronaldo's future at Real Madrid, saying the club must "make a decision" over whether they will improve and extend the attacker's contract.
Bayern president Rummenigge: Let's hit the gas (Nov 21, 2012 10:59 GMT)
Bayern Munich president Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has urged his team to click back into gear despite watching them reach the knockout stages of the Champions League with a 1-1 draw at Valencia.
Messi keeps it low-key as records tumble (Nov 21, 2012 10:46 GMT)
Despite scoring two goals to take him to 80 in a calendar year, Lionel Messi said the most important thing was reaching the knockout stages of the Champions League after Barclona's 3-0 win at Spartak Moscow.
Phil Jones relishes United comeback (Nov 21, 2012 10:17 GMT)
Phil Jones relished his comeback after almost six months on the sidelines, even though it ended in defeat as Manchester United lost 1-0 to Galatasaray.
Schalke eye quick Champions League qualification (Nov 21, 2012 09:51 GMT)
Ahead of Schalke's Champions League Group B match against Olympiakos on Wednesday, boss Huub Stevens is targeting qualification for the tournament's knockout stages with one match to spare.
Allegri coy on Milan's qualification hopes (Nov 21, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Massimiliano Allegri is keeping his side grounded ahead of AC Milan's Champions League trip to Anderlecht on Wednesday.
Shakhtar striker condemned for controversial goal (Nov 21, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Luiz Adriano has been criticised following his controversial goal in Shakhtar Donetsk's 5-2 win over FC Nordsjaelland on Tuesday.
Di Matteo shoulders blame for Chelsea defeat (Nov 21, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Roberto Di Matteo has accepted the blame for Chelsea's 3-0 loss to Juventus on Tuesday which could see the Blues become the first Champions League holders not to p
Jolly: Return of Ronaldo (Nov 21, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Richard Jolly previews Cristiano Ronaldo's return to Manchester with Real Madrid.
UCL: City bow out, Arsenal progress (Nov 20, 2012 21:57 GMT)
Manchester City's Champions League adventure is over after they failed to beat Real Madrid on Wednesday, but Arsenal can look forward to the last-16 draw after they qualified with victory over Montpellier.
Mourinho: City have failed again in Europe (Nov 20, 2012 20:54 GMT)
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has turned up the pressure on Manchester City counterpart Roberto Mancini, by questioning how the wealthy club can be set to go out of the Champions League at the group stages for the second consecutive season.
UCL: Chelsea face early exit (Nov 20, 2012 19:25 GMT)
Chelsea's Champions League fate is out of their own hands after crashing to a 3-0 defeat at Juventus. Elsewhere, Shakhtar Donetsk, Bayern Munich, Valencia and Barcelona all join Manchester United in the next round.
UCL: Messi scores twice as Barcelona advances (Nov 20, 2012 19:22 GMT)
Lionel Messi moved to within five goals of Gerd Muller's scoring record as Barcelona qualified for the knockout stages of the Champions League with 3-0 victory over Spartak Moscow Tuesday.
Wenger always believed in striker Giroud (Nov 20, 2012 14:42 GMT)
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has insisted he never doubted summer signing Olivier Giroud would make his mark in the Premier League and has backed the striker to continue his improved form against his former club Montpellier in the Champions League o
Arsenal's Walcott misses Montpellier match (Nov 20, 2012 13:41 GMT)
Arsenal winger Theo Walcott will miss the Champions League home game against Montpellier on Wednesday because of a shoulder problem.
Tevez: Messi world's best (Nov 20, 2012 12:42 GMT)
Carlos Tevez is in the rare position of having been a team-mate of both Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo - and he says his fellow Argentine Messi is the best player in the world.
Khedira wants to fight fire with fire at Man City (Nov 20, 2012 12:39 GMT)
Sami Khedira has said Real Madrid can win at Manchester City if they impose their own attacking strengths, although the midfielder is wary of the home side's own firepower.
Mancini: Balotelli can be one of world's greats (Nov 20, 2012 12:30 GMT)
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has told Mario Balotelli that he could be as good as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo if he works harder and lives his life properly.
Cesc: Spain midfield stars can all flourish at Barca (Nov 20, 2012 11:29 GMT)
Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fabregas has said he sees no problem for Tito Vilanova in fitting all the club's Spain international midfielders into the same starting XI.
Giroud relishing Montpellier reunion (Nov 20, 2012 09:52 GMT)
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud is looking forward to being reunited with his old Montpellier colleagues when they visit the Emirates in the Champions League this week.
Lennon wants no Celtic regrets in Lisbon (Nov 20, 2012 08:23 GMT)
Celtic manager Neil Lennon has urged his players against ruing a "wasted opportunity" as they head to Benfica on Tuesday night looking to book their place in the knockout phase of the Champions League.
United to rely on youngsters in Turkey (Nov 19, 2012 21:19 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson is relishing Manchester United's return to Turkey where they will face Galatasaray in the Champions League.
Di Matteo shrugs off speculation about his future (Nov 19, 2012 19:13 GMT)
Roberto Di Matteo has played down concerns over his future as Chelsea boss and attempted to return the focus to the crucial Champions League meeting with Juventus.
Barcelona bid to bounce back in Moscow (Nov 19, 2012 16:27 GMT)
Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova has said his team want to bounce back from their 2-1 Champions League defeat at Celtic and guarantee progression from the group stages at Spartak Moscow.
United rest big guns for Galatasaray trip (Nov 19, 2012 14:09 GMT)
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson could give some of his younger players a chance when they take on Galatasaray in the Champions League on Tuesday.
Mancini calls for 'perfect performance' against Real (Nov 19, 2012 09:31 GMT)
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini believes the club will have to give a "perfect performance" against Real Madrid to keep their faint hopes of qualification for the Champions League's knockout stages alive.
Rooney could return for Galatasaray trip (Nov 18, 2012 11:19 GMT)
Wayne Rooney could be in contention to return to the Manchester United team for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Galatasaray.
Platini tips Juventus to cause UCL upset (Nov 14, 2012 12:50 GMT)
UEFA president Michel Platini believes Juventus, his former club, could provide an upset in this season's Champions League.
Buffon: Money won't guarantee success for PSG (Nov 13, 2012 10:50 GMT)
Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has said Paris Saint-Germain will need more than money to be considered among the European elite but praised the French club for having the courage to field talented young players.
Celtic rewarded for Barcelona break down (Nov 8, 2012 23:13 GMT)
Neil Lennon has praised his clinical Celtic side for their momentous 2-1 Champions League win over Barcelona on Wednesday, insisting they were rewarded for taking the game to the Spanish giants.
Toure blames ref for draw (Nov 8, 2012 11:34 GMT)
Yaya Toure has blamed referee Peter Rasmussen for Manchester City's 2-2 draw with Ajax on Tuesday.
Barcelona stars praise Celtic atmosphere (Nov 8, 2012 10:41 GMT)
Barcelona's Tito Vilanova and Xavi Hernandez were full of praise for the atmosphere inside Celtic Park after the Catalans were defeated 2-1 in Wednesday evening's Champions League Group G clash.
Smalling relieved to make comeback (Nov 8, 2012 10:32 GMT)
Chris Smalling savoured his return to first-team football in Manchester United's 3-1 win over Braga after six months of frustration on the sidelines.
Heynckes hails 'wonderful' Bayern Munich (Nov 8, 2012 09:13 GMT)
Bayern Munich manager Jupp Heynckes was "thoroughly satisfied" with the attacking display of his side as they cruised to a 6-1 Champions League win over Lille on Wednesday night.
Messi rues missed chances in Barca loss (Nov 8, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Lionel Messi blamed Barcelona's shock 2-1 Champions League defeat to Celtic on poor finishing as the Spanish giants stumbled to their first group-stage loss in three years.
Fergie aiming to trump Liverpool's UCL mark (Nov 8, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has vowed to eclipse Liverpool's record of five European Cup wins, setting his sights on a final, defining landmark in his record-breaking era at Manchester United.
Man Utd maintain perfect European record (Nov 8, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Manchester United have avenged their early exit from last season's Champions League, with Wednesday's 3-1 win over Braga securing their qualification to the knockout stages.
Moses leads Chelsea to undeserved relief (Nov 7, 2012 23:31 GMT)
John Brewin watched Chelsea snatch the Champions League points against an unlucky Shakhtar Donetsk.
Wenger pleased with Gunners improvement
(Nov 7, 2012 23:31 GMT)
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says he was pleased with his side's improvement in their 2-2 draw with Schalke on Tuesday, compared with the disappointing effort shown in their defeat to Manchester United at the weekend.
Di Matteo: Chelsea deserved to beat Shakhtar (Nov 7, 2012 23:25 GMT)
Roberto Di Matteo admitted Chelsea had enjoyed a slice of luck as a last-gasp goal from substitute Victor Moses gave the Champions League holders a dramatic 3-2 win over Shakhtar Donetsk at Stamford Bridge
Alessio: Chelsea clash vital for Juventus (Nov 7, 2012 23:09 GMT)
Juventus assistant manager Angelo Alessio says the Bianconeri "absolutely have to beat Chelsea" to progress to the Champions League knockout stage, while defender Leo Bonucci said Wednesday's win over Nordsjaelland was inspired by Serie A defe
Ibra: I can play anywhere (Nov 7, 2012 18:00 GMT)
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has said he can play "in all 11 positions" after making all four goals in the Champions League rout of Dinamo Zagreb on Tuesday.
Braga boss Peseiro hopes United stand by Nani (Nov 7, 2012 13:29 GMT)
Braga manager Jose Peseiro is hopeful that Nani still has a future at Manchester United amid uncertainty over the Portugal international's Old Trafford future.
Stevens joy at Schalke grit against Arsenal (Nov 7, 2012 12:26 GMT)
Schalke boss Huub Stevens was proud of the spirit demonstrated by his players as they fought back from two goals down against Arsenal to clinch a vital point.
Klopp: Dortmund won head-to-head with Real (Nov 7, 2012 10:52 GMT)
Borussia Dortmund were left disappointed but proud after Mesut Ozil's 89th minute free-kick ended their hopes of becoming only the second German team to beat Real Madrid at the Bernabeu.
Mancini escapes UEFA action after ref rant (Nov 7, 2012 10:34 GMT)
Roberto Mancini will escape disciplinary action from UEFA for his post-match altercation with referee Peter Rasmussen after Manchester City's 2-2 draw with Ajax.
Hoeness urges Bayern to wipe away Lille (Nov 7, 2012 10:21 GMT)
Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich have been told to "wipe away" French side Lille on Wednesday night to avoid risking an early exit from the Champions League.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic lauded for provider role (Nov 7, 2012 08:40 GMT)
Zlatan Ibrahimovic was on the receiving end of numerous plaudits after he assisted all of Paris Saint-Germain's four goals in their Champions League victory over Dinamo Zagreb on Tuesday night.
Mourinho laments disallowed goal (Nov 7, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Jose Mourinho believes a refereeing blunder proved costly in Real Madrid's Champions League draw with Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday.
More Allardyce than Ajax as City toil (Nov 6, 2012 23:47 GMT)
Richard Jolly watched Man City lurch to the brink of a Champions League exit by drawing with Ajax.
Frustrated Mancini rages at referee (Nov 6, 2012 23:23 GMT)
Roberto Mancini raged at referee Peter Rasmussen after Manchester City had a goal ruled out for offside and were denied a late penalty as their Champions League dream all but died with a 2-2 home draw against Ajax.
UCL: Celtic stun Barca, Chelsea leave it late (Nov 6, 2012 22:28 GMT)
Parkhead witnessed one of its greatest nights as goals from Victor Wanyama and substitute Tony Watt gave Celtic a momentous Champions League victory over Barcelona.
UCL: City cling to Champions League dream (Nov 6, 2012 21:55 GMT)
Manchester City were all but eliminated from the Champions League despite producing a stirring fightback against Ajax to draw 2-2.
Chelsea defender Cole out of Shakhtar clash (Nov 6, 2012 18:49 GMT)
Ashley Cole has been ruled out of Chelsea's Champions League clash with Shakhtar Donetsk due to a hamstring injury.
Valencia's Pellegrino wary of BATE test (Nov 6, 2012 17:08 GMT)
Valencia coach Mauricio Pellegrino says a victory at home to direct rivals BATE Borisov in Wednesday's Champions League Group F would be a big step towards the last 16.
Babel: Too many egos at Manchester City (Nov 6, 2012 17:06 GMT)
Ajax winger Ryan Babel believes Manchester City lack team spirit due to the number of egos in the squad.
Lennon: We can clip Barcelona's wings (Nov 6, 2012 15:48 GMT)
Celtic manager Neil Lennon has said frustrating Barcelona in wide positions is the key to diluting their attacking potency.
Ozil confident Real Madrid will beat Dortmund (Nov 6, 2012 12:34 GMT)
Real Madrid playmaker Mesut Ozil says that home advantage will help his team overcome Borussia Dortmund and return to the top of Champions League Group D after Tuesday night's clash at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu.
Schalke boss ready to ring the changes (Nov 6, 2012 12:11 GMT)
Schalke coach Huub Stevens will make changes to his starting line-up as his side continue their attempt to qualify for the knockout stages of the Champions League.
PSG and Zagreb fans clash in Paris (Nov 6, 2012 11:58 GMT)
Fans of Paris Saint-Germain and Champions League opponents Dinamo Zagreb have clashed in the French capital, with police arresting 24 people after late-night disturbances.
Malaga in confident mood ahead of Milan trip (Nov 6, 2012 11:42 GMT)
Malaga are confident of continuing their dreamlike debut Champions League season with a win over AC Milan at San Siro on Tuesday evening to seal a place in the second round.
Brassell: No more Mr Nice Guy (Nov 6, 2012 10:23 GMT)
Andy Brassell on the changing face of Braga ahead of their Champions League clash with Man Utd.
Barry: City 'found out' in Champions League (Nov 5, 2012 21:54 GMT)
Gareth Barry has admitted that Manchester City have not played to their potential in the Champions League and said the English champions have been "found out" by Europe's finest.
Wenger: Players lacking confidence (Nov 5, 2012 21:45 GMT)
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits his side have suffered a collapse in confidence after their latest defeat against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Saturday.
Mata: Shakhtar clash like a final (Nov 5, 2012 16:41 GMT)
Juan Mata has fired a warning to his Chelsea team-mates that they must treat Wednesday's Champions League meeting with Shakhtar Donetsk like a final.
Demichelis not playing for draw in Milan (Nov 5, 2012 15:58 GMT)
Malaga defender Martin Demichelis says his side will go out to win in Tuesday's Champions League group tie at AC Milan, and claims it hurts that some fans think they did not show the same commitment in the 2-1 home La Liga defeat to Rayo Vallecano on
Injury rules Hulk out of Anderlecht game (Nov 5, 2012 15:28 GMT)
Hulk has been ruled out of Zenit St Petersburg's Champions League game with Anderlecht through injury.
Khedira hopes Madrid and Dortmund progress (Nov 5, 2012 11:54 GMT)
Real Madrid midfielder Sami Khedira says that his club and Borussia Dortmund are favourites to progress from their Champions League group and eliminate Premier League champions Manchester City at their first stage of the competition.
Vincent Kompany sure City will shine in Europe (Nov 4, 2012 12:09 GMT)
Vincent Kompany has claimed it is a matter of time before Manchester City find a winning formula in the Champions League.
Giroud confident ahead of Schalke test (Nov 4, 2012 07:00 GMT)
Olivier Giroud believes Arsenal can get their Champions League campaign back on track when they face Schalke on Wednesday, despite failing to hit their stride in recent weeks.
Di Matteo turns focus to Shakhtar clash (Nov 4, 2012 07:00 GMT)
Chelsea manager Roberto Di Matteo has admitted that Wednesday's Champions League tie with Shakhtar Donetsk is the club's biggest since last season's final.
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Arsenal want Champions League clause (Nov 30, 2012 08:27 GMT)
Arsenal will encourage new signings to agree a contract clause which allows for their pay to be reduced should the club fail to qualify for the Champions League.
Platt handed two-game European ban (Nov 28, 2012 16:43 GMT)
Manchester City first team coach David Platt has been handed a two-match ban by UEFA after being sent to the stands during the Champions League game against Real Madrid.
Platini plans changes to Champions League format (Nov 28, 2012 13:28 GMT)
UEFA is considering expanding the Champions League to 64 teams and scrapping the Europa League, president Michel Platini has confirmed.
Shakhtar striker Adriano banned for Juve game (Nov 27, 2012 20:11 GMT)
Luiz Adriano will miss Shakhtar Donetsk's final Champions League group game after being given a one-game ban for his goal against Nordsjaelland.
UEFA hands Shakhtar's Adriano 1-match ban
(Nov 27, 2012 19:03 GMT)UEFA has suspended Shakhtar Donetsk forward Luiz Adriano for one Champions League match for unsportsmanlike play against Nordsjaelland.
Ten reasons why Man City are out (Nov 22, 2012 13:05 GMT)
Richard Jolly examines why Man City have been dumped out in the group stage of the Champions League.
Huntelaar linked with Arsenal (Nov 22, 2012 11:28 GMT)
Schalke's Netherlands international striker Klaas-Jan Huntelaar has been linked with a move to Arsenal.
Gotze shines as Borussia Dortmund triumph (Nov 22, 2012 09:44 GMT)
A stunning display by Borussia Dortmund star Mario Gotze helped his side secure qualification for the Champions League knockout stages with a thumping 4-1 win at Ajax.
Ancelotti delighted with two-goal Lavezzi (Nov 22, 2012 09:27 GMT)
Paris St Germain coach Carlo Ancelotti praised striker Ezequiel Lavezzi after he scored twice at Dynamo Kiev to seal the club's place in the knockout stages of the Champions League.
Mexes: Overhead kick was 'a bit lucky' (Nov 22, 2012 08:49 GMT)
Philippe Mexes says his incredible goal on Wednesday night "was a bit lucky" but Adriano Galliani claimed Lionel Messi would "have been made a saint" had the Barcelona star scored it.
Wilshere demands more from Arsenal (Nov 22, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Jack Wilshere has urged Arsenal to push for top spot in their Champions League group after defeating Montpellier 2-0 on Wednesday.
Champions League group stage permutations (Nov 22, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Dale Johnson weighs up the qualification picture with two rounds of Champions League fixtures to be played.
Fluid Gunners provide ode to consistency (Nov 21, 2012 23:37 GMT)
Miguel Delaney on how a fluid Arsenal made the last 16 of the Champions League.
Mancini left to rue missed opportunity (Nov 21, 2012 23:35 GMT)
Richard Jolly was at the Etihad as Man City matched Real Madrid but tumbled out of the Champions League.
Mancini: I don't fear sack from City (Nov 21, 2012 22:37 GMT)
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini said he was not worried about the possibility of being sacked after watching his multi-million pound team crash out of the Champions League.
UEFA charge Adriano over Nordsjaelland goal (Nov 21, 2012 18:54 GMT)
Shakhtar Donetsk striker Luiz Adriano is to face disciplinary proceedings after UEFA confirmed an investigation is underway relating to his controversial Champions League goal against Nordsjaelland on Tuesday night.
In-form Dortmund target victory at Ajax (Nov 21, 2012 13:28 GMT)
Champions League Group D leaders Borussia Dortmund will not play for the draw they need away to Ajax to take them through to the knockout stages, chief executive Aki Watzke has said.
Pepe: Real must extend Ronaldo deal (Nov 21, 2012 12:26 GMT)
Real Madrid centre-half Pepe has cast further doubt on Cristiano Ronaldo's future at Real Madrid, saying the club must "make a decision" over whether they will improve and extend the attacker's contract.
Bayern president Rummenigge: Let's hit the gas (Nov 21, 2012 10:59 GMT)
Bayern Munich president Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has urged his team to click back into gear despite watching them reach the knockout stages of the Champions League with a 1-1 draw at Valencia.
Messi keeps it low-key as records tumble (Nov 21, 2012 10:46 GMT)
Despite scoring two goals to take him to 80 in a calendar year, Lionel Messi said the most important thing was reaching the knockout stages of the Champions League after Barclona's 3-0 win at Spartak Moscow.
Phil Jones relishes United comeback (Nov 21, 2012 10:17 GMT)
Phil Jones relished his comeback after almost six months on the sidelines, even though it ended in defeat as Manchester United lost 1-0 to Galatasaray.
Schalke eye quick Champions League qualification (Nov 21, 2012 09:51 GMT)
Ahead of Schalke's Champions League Group B match against Olympiakos on Wednesday, boss Huub Stevens is targeting qualification for the tournament's knockout stages with one match to spare.
Allegri coy on Milan's qualification hopes (Nov 21, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Massimiliano Allegri is keeping his side grounded ahead of AC Milan's Champions League trip to Anderlecht on Wednesday.
Shakhtar striker condemned for controversial goal (Nov 21, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Luiz Adriano has been criticised following his controversial goal in Shakhtar Donetsk's 5-2 win over FC Nordsjaelland on Tuesday.
Di Matteo shoulders blame for Chelsea defeat (Nov 21, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Roberto Di Matteo has accepted the blame for Chelsea's 3-0 loss to Juventus on Tuesday which could see the Blues become the first Champions League holders not to p
Jolly: Return of Ronaldo (Nov 21, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Richard Jolly previews Cristiano Ronaldo's return to Manchester with Real Madrid.
UCL: City bow out, Arsenal progress (Nov 20, 2012 21:57 GMT)
Manchester City's Champions League adventure is over after they failed to beat Real Madrid on Wednesday, but Arsenal can look forward to the last-16 draw after they qualified with victory over Montpellier.
Mourinho: City have failed again in Europe (Nov 20, 2012 20:54 GMT)
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has turned up the pressure on Manchester City counterpart Roberto Mancini, by questioning how the wealthy club can be set to go out of the Champions League at the group stages for the second consecutive season.
UCL: Chelsea face early exit (Nov 20, 2012 19:25 GMT)
Chelsea's Champions League fate is out of their own hands after crashing to a 3-0 defeat at Juventus. Elsewhere, Shakhtar Donetsk, Bayern Munich, Valencia and Barcelona all join Manchester United in the next round.
UCL: Messi scores twice as Barcelona advances (Nov 20, 2012 19:22 GMT)
Lionel Messi moved to within five goals of Gerd Muller's scoring record as Barcelona qualified for the knockout stages of the Champions League with 3-0 victory over Spartak Moscow Tuesday.
Wenger always believed in striker Giroud (Nov 20, 2012 14:42 GMT)
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has insisted he never doubted summer signing Olivier Giroud would make his mark in the Premier League and has backed the striker to continue his improved form against his former club Montpellier in the Champions League o
Arsenal's Walcott misses Montpellier match (Nov 20, 2012 13:41 GMT)
Arsenal winger Theo Walcott will miss the Champions League home game against Montpellier on Wednesday because of a shoulder problem.
Tevez: Messi world's best (Nov 20, 2012 12:42 GMT)
Carlos Tevez is in the rare position of having been a team-mate of both Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo - and he says his fellow Argentine Messi is the best player in the world.
Khedira wants to fight fire with fire at Man City (Nov 20, 2012 12:39 GMT)
Sami Khedira has said Real Madrid can win at Manchester City if they impose their own attacking strengths, although the midfielder is wary of the home side's own firepower.
Mancini: Balotelli can be one of world's greats (Nov 20, 2012 12:30 GMT)
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has told Mario Balotelli that he could be as good as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo if he works harder and lives his life properly.
Cesc: Spain midfield stars can all flourish at Barca (Nov 20, 2012 11:29 GMT)
Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fabregas has said he sees no problem for Tito Vilanova in fitting all the club's Spain international midfielders into the same starting XI.
Giroud relishing Montpellier reunion (Nov 20, 2012 09:52 GMT)
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud is looking forward to being reunited with his old Montpellier colleagues when they visit the Emirates in the Champions League this week.
Lennon wants no Celtic regrets in Lisbon (Nov 20, 2012 08:23 GMT)
Celtic manager Neil Lennon has urged his players against ruing a "wasted opportunity" as they head to Benfica on Tuesday night looking to book their place in the knockout phase of the Champions League.
United to rely on youngsters in Turkey (Nov 19, 2012 21:19 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson is relishing Manchester United's return to Turkey where they will face Galatasaray in the Champions League.
Di Matteo shrugs off speculation about his future (Nov 19, 2012 19:13 GMT)
Roberto Di Matteo has played down concerns over his future as Chelsea boss and attempted to return the focus to the crucial Champions League meeting with Juventus.
Barcelona bid to bounce back in Moscow (Nov 19, 2012 16:27 GMT)
Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova has said his team want to bounce back from their 2-1 Champions League defeat at Celtic and guarantee progression from the group stages at Spartak Moscow.
United rest big guns for Galatasaray trip (Nov 19, 2012 14:09 GMT)
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson could give some of his younger players a chance when they take on Galatasaray in the Champions League on Tuesday.
Mancini calls for 'perfect performance' against Real (Nov 19, 2012 09:31 GMT)
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini believes the club will have to give a "perfect performance" against Real Madrid to keep their faint hopes of qualification for the Champions League's knockout stages alive.
Rooney could return for Galatasaray trip (Nov 18, 2012 11:19 GMT)
Wayne Rooney could be in contention to return to the Manchester United team for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Galatasaray.
Platini tips Juventus to cause UCL upset (Nov 14, 2012 12:50 GMT)
UEFA president Michel Platini believes Juventus, his former club, could provide an upset in this season's Champions League.
Buffon: Money won't guarantee success for PSG (Nov 13, 2012 10:50 GMT)
Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has said Paris Saint-Germain will need more than money to be considered among the European elite but praised the French club for having the courage to field talented young players.
Celtic rewarded for Barcelona break down (Nov 8, 2012 23:13 GMT)
Neil Lennon has praised his clinical Celtic side for their momentous 2-1 Champions League win over Barcelona on Wednesday, insisting they were rewarded for taking the game to the Spanish giants.
Toure blames ref for draw (Nov 8, 2012 11:34 GMT)
Yaya Toure has blamed referee Peter Rasmussen for Manchester City's 2-2 draw with Ajax on Tuesday.
Barcelona stars praise Celtic atmosphere (Nov 8, 2012 10:41 GMT)
Barcelona's Tito Vilanova and Xavi Hernandez were full of praise for the atmosphere inside Celtic Park after the Catalans were defeated 2-1 in Wednesday evening's Champions League Group G clash.
Smalling relieved to make comeback (Nov 8, 2012 10:32 GMT)
Chris Smalling savoured his return to first-team football in Manchester United's 3-1 win over Braga after six months of frustration on the sidelines.
Heynckes hails 'wonderful' Bayern Munich (Nov 8, 2012 09:13 GMT)
Bayern Munich manager Jupp Heynckes was "thoroughly satisfied" with the attacking display of his side as they cruised to a 6-1 Champions League win over Lille on Wednesday night.
Messi rues missed chances in Barca loss (Nov 8, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Lionel Messi blamed Barcelona's shock 2-1 Champions League defeat to Celtic on poor finishing as the Spanish giants stumbled to their first group-stage loss in three years.
Fergie aiming to trump Liverpool's UCL mark (Nov 8, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has vowed to eclipse Liverpool's record of five European Cup wins, setting his sights on a final, defining landmark in his record-breaking era at Manchester United.
Man Utd maintain perfect European record (Nov 8, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Manchester United have avenged their early exit from last season's Champions League, with Wednesday's 3-1 win over Braga securing their qualification to the knockout stages.
Moses leads Chelsea to undeserved relief (Nov 7, 2012 23:31 GMT)
John Brewin watched Chelsea snatch the Champions League points against an unlucky Shakhtar Donetsk.
Wenger pleased with Gunners improvement
(Nov 7, 2012 23:31 GMT)Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says he was pleased with his side's improvement in their 2-2 draw with Schalke on Tuesday, compared with the disappointing effort shown in their defeat to Manchester United at the weekend.
Di Matteo: Chelsea deserved to beat Shakhtar (Nov 7, 2012 23:25 GMT)
Roberto Di Matteo admitted Chelsea had enjoyed a slice of luck as a last-gasp goal from substitute Victor Moses gave the Champions League holders a dramatic 3-2 win over Shakhtar Donetsk at Stamford Bridge
Alessio: Chelsea clash vital for Juventus (Nov 7, 2012 23:09 GMT)
Juventus assistant manager Angelo Alessio says the Bianconeri "absolutely have to beat Chelsea" to progress to the Champions League knockout stage, while defender Leo Bonucci said Wednesday's win over Nordsjaelland was inspired by Serie A defe
Ibra: I can play anywhere
(Nov 7, 2012 18:00 GMT)Zlatan Ibrahimovic has said he can play "in all 11 positions" after making all four goals in the Champions League rout of Dinamo Zagreb on Tuesday.
Braga boss Peseiro hopes United stand by Nani (Nov 7, 2012 13:29 GMT)
Braga manager Jose Peseiro is hopeful that Nani still has a future at Manchester United amid uncertainty over the Portugal international's Old Trafford future.
Stevens joy at Schalke grit against Arsenal (Nov 7, 2012 12:26 GMT)
Schalke boss Huub Stevens was proud of the spirit demonstrated by his players as they fought back from two goals down against Arsenal to clinch a vital point.
Klopp: Dortmund won head-to-head with Real (Nov 7, 2012 10:52 GMT)
Borussia Dortmund were left disappointed but proud after Mesut Ozil's 89th minute free-kick ended their hopes of becoming only the second German team to beat Real Madrid at the Bernabeu.
Mancini escapes UEFA action after ref rant (Nov 7, 2012 10:34 GMT)
Roberto Mancini will escape disciplinary action from UEFA for his post-match altercation with referee Peter Rasmussen after Manchester City's 2-2 draw with Ajax.
Hoeness urges Bayern to wipe away Lille (Nov 7, 2012 10:21 GMT)
Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich have been told to "wipe away" French side Lille on Wednesday night to avoid risking an early exit from the Champions League.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic lauded for provider role (Nov 7, 2012 08:40 GMT)
Zlatan Ibrahimovic was on the receiving end of numerous plaudits after he assisted all of Paris Saint-Germain's four goals in their Champions League victory over Dinamo Zagreb on Tuesday night.
Mourinho laments disallowed goal
(Nov 7, 2012 08:00 GMT)Jose Mourinho believes a refereeing blunder proved costly in Real Madrid's Champions League draw with Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday.
More Allardyce than Ajax as City toil (Nov 6, 2012 23:47 GMT)
Richard Jolly watched Man City lurch to the brink of a Champions League exit by drawing with Ajax.
Frustrated Mancini rages at referee
(Nov 6, 2012 23:23 GMT)Roberto Mancini raged at referee Peter Rasmussen after Manchester City had a goal ruled out for offside and were denied a late penalty as their Champions League dream all but died with a 2-2 home draw against Ajax.
UCL: Celtic stun Barca, Chelsea leave it late (Nov 6, 2012 22:28 GMT)
Parkhead witnessed one of its greatest nights as goals from Victor Wanyama and substitute Tony Watt gave Celtic a momentous Champions League victory over Barcelona.
UCL: City cling to Champions League dream (Nov 6, 2012 21:55 GMT)
Manchester City were all but eliminated from the Champions League despite producing a stirring fightback against Ajax to draw 2-2.
Chelsea defender Cole out of Shakhtar clash (Nov 6, 2012 18:49 GMT)
Ashley Cole has been ruled out of Chelsea's Champions League clash with Shakhtar Donetsk due to a hamstring injury.
Valencia's Pellegrino wary of BATE test (Nov 6, 2012 17:08 GMT)
Valencia coach Mauricio Pellegrino says a victory at home to direct rivals BATE Borisov in Wednesday's Champions League Group F would be a big step towards the last 16.
Babel: Too many egos at Manchester City (Nov 6, 2012 17:06 GMT)
Ajax winger Ryan Babel believes Manchester City lack team spirit due to the number of egos in the squad.
Lennon: We can clip Barcelona's wings (Nov 6, 2012 15:48 GMT)
Celtic manager Neil Lennon has said frustrating Barcelona in wide positions is the key to diluting their attacking potency.
Ozil confident Real Madrid will beat Dortmund (Nov 6, 2012 12:34 GMT)
Real Madrid playmaker Mesut Ozil says that home advantage will help his team overcome Borussia Dortmund and return to the top of Champions League Group D after Tuesday night's clash at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu.
Schalke boss ready to ring the changes (Nov 6, 2012 12:11 GMT)
Schalke coach Huub Stevens will make changes to his starting line-up as his side continue their attempt to qualify for the knockout stages of the Champions League.
PSG and Zagreb fans clash in Paris (Nov 6, 2012 11:58 GMT)
Fans of Paris Saint-Germain and Champions League opponents Dinamo Zagreb have clashed in the French capital, with police arresting 24 people after late-night disturbances.
Malaga in confident mood ahead of Milan trip (Nov 6, 2012 11:42 GMT)
Malaga are confident of continuing their dreamlike debut Champions League season with a win over AC Milan at San Siro on Tuesday evening to seal a place in the second round.
Brassell: No more Mr Nice Guy (Nov 6, 2012 10:23 GMT)
Andy Brassell on the changing face of Braga ahead of their Champions League clash with Man Utd.
Barry: City 'found out' in Champions League (Nov 5, 2012 21:54 GMT)
Gareth Barry has admitted that Manchester City have not played to their potential in the Champions League and said the English champions have been "found out" by Europe's finest.
Wenger: Players lacking confidence (Nov 5, 2012 21:45 GMT)
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits his side have suffered a collapse in confidence after their latest defeat against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Saturday.
Mata: Shakhtar clash like a final (Nov 5, 2012 16:41 GMT)
Juan Mata has fired a warning to his Chelsea team-mates that they must treat Wednesday's Champions League meeting with Shakhtar Donetsk like a final.
Demichelis not playing for draw in Milan (Nov 5, 2012 15:58 GMT)
Malaga defender Martin Demichelis says his side will go out to win in Tuesday's Champions League group tie at AC Milan, and claims it hurts that some fans think they did not show the same commitment in the 2-1 home La Liga defeat to Rayo Vallecano on
Injury rules Hulk out of Anderlecht game (Nov 5, 2012 15:28 GMT)
Hulk has been ruled out of Zenit St Petersburg's Champions League game with Anderlecht through injury.
Khedira hopes Madrid and Dortmund progress (Nov 5, 2012 11:54 GMT)
Real Madrid midfielder Sami Khedira says that his club and Borussia Dortmund are favourites to progress from their Champions League group and eliminate Premier League champions Manchester City at their first stage of the competition.
Vincent Kompany sure City will shine in Europe (Nov 4, 2012 12:09 GMT)
Vincent Kompany has claimed it is a matter of time before Manchester City find a winning formula in the Champions League.
Giroud confident ahead of Schalke test (Nov 4, 2012 07:00 GMT)
Olivier Giroud believes Arsenal can get their Champions League campaign back on track when they face Schalke on Wednesday, despite failing to hit their stride in recent weeks.
Di Matteo turns focus to Shakhtar clash (Nov 4, 2012 07:00 GMT)
Chelsea manager Roberto Di Matteo has admitted that Wednesday's Champions League tie with Shakhtar Donetsk is the club's biggest since last season's final.
