Saturday, 31 May 2014

Want to watch football as a sport? Champions League, not Fifa World Cup ...

Economic TimesWant to watch football as a sport? Champions League, not Fifa World Cup ...Economic TimesMany of us who have played professional football and thousands of ardent football supporters agree that the Champions League showcases the best of world football. Today the best athletes from across the world flock to Europe to ply their skills. From ...

Tuesday, 27 May 2014

Ronaldo thanks Rooney for Champions League final support

Goal.comRonaldo thanks Rooney for Champions League final supportGoal.comIn doing so, the reigning Ballon d'Or winner broke the record for goals in a single Champions League season (17) and became the first player ever to score in two finals for different winning teams. Thanks for the support @WayneRooney. Crazy days these ...

Monday, 26 May 2014

Champions League final 2014: Gareth Bale's extra

Telegraph.co.ukChampions League final 2014: Gareth Bale's extra-time header caps fine first ...Telegraph.co.ukFor the first 10 minutes Real gave it a blast, tearing into the new league champions; and when the decision to start with Costa backfired with his departure after nine minutes, the royal half of Madrid must have sensed a killing. The best attack in the ...

Sunday, 25 May 2014

Real Madrid scores late to send Champions League final to extra time and then ...

New York Daily NewsReal Madrid scores late to send Champions League final to extra time and then ...New York Daily NewsLISBON, Portugal (AP) — Real Madrid broke down Atletico Madrid's resistance in extra time to win the Champions League final 4-1 on Saturday and finally deliver the club's record 10th European title. Real struck three times in the second period of ...

Saturday, 24 May 2014

2014 Champions League Final Live: Diego Godin's Header Gives Atletico ...

NESN.com2014 Champions League Final Live: Diego Godin's Header Gives Atletico ...NESN.comAs expected, the game between these local rivals has been tight, tense and nervy. The teams have struggled to create scoring opportunities from open play, as midfield pressure and tough tackles have stifled attacking talent. Yet, Godin has put the ...

Champions League Final 2014 Live Stream Free, Football Start Time: How to ...

Christian PostChampions League Final 2014 Live Stream Free, Football Start Time: How to ...Christian PostThe Champions League Final 2014 takes place on Saturday from Lisbon, Portugal. This year's final will be between Real Madrid and local cross-city rivals Atletico Madrid. This is the first time two teams from the same city have met in the final, and ...

Champions League final 2014, Real Madrid v Atletico Madrid: live

Telegraph.co.ukChampions League final 2014, Real Madrid v Atletico Madrid: liveTelegraph.co.ukYet every now we experience something unique which fills even the most intractable cynic with childlike excitement - like tonight's Champions League final. This is a match entirely without precedent, a domestic squabble on the grandest stage in club ...

Champions League final 2014: Real Madrid ruled by Europe so they dare not ...

Telegraph.co.ukChampions League final 2014: Real Madrid ruled by Europe so they dare not ...Telegraph.co.ukReal Madrid are a football club who define themselves by their performance in the Champions League, which is why they will consider anything but victory in Saturday's final a disaster. Anyone who plays for or manages Real is left in no doubt about the ...

Champions League Final: Kickoff Time And Latest Team News For Real Madrid ...

International Business TimesChampions League Final: Kickoff Time And Latest Team News For Real Madrid ...International Business TimesImprobably, Diego Costa has a chance of taking to the field in Saturday's Champions League final just a week after limping out of Atletico Madrid's La Liga title decider with a hamstring injury and soon being seen flowing with tears on the bench. The ...

Friday, 23 May 2014

Champions League Final Between Atletico Madrid And Real Madrid Pits David ...

ForbesChampions League Final Between Atletico Madrid And Real Madrid Pits David ...ForbesTomorrow's Champions League final between Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid should be an even battle on the pitch. But when it comes to finances the two sides are as far apart as David and Goliath. This year, Atletico captured Spain's La Liga title for ...

Real Madrid: How Will They Line Up in Champions League Final Against Atletico?

Bleacher ReportReal Madrid: How Will They Line Up in Champions League Final Against Atletico?Bleacher ReportIt may have been 40 years since Atletico Madrid last showed their face in a Champions League final—when it was still known as the European Cup—but the 12 years Real Madrid have been forced to wait since their last appearance at this stage feels like ...

Champions League Final 2014: Latest News and Comment Before Madrid ...

Bleacher ReportChampions League Final 2014: Latest News and Comment Before Madrid ...Bleacher ReportThe wait is almost over for the most eagerly awaited fixture of the European calendar, with Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid barely 24 hours away from their Champions League final collision. The Spanish capital becomes the first city to produce an intra ...

Champions League 2014: Real Madrid vs. Atletico Madrid Form Guide, Key Battles

Bleacher ReportChampions League 2014: Real Madrid vs. Atletico Madrid Form Guide, Key BattlesBleacher ReportSaturday night promises to be one of world football's classic battles as Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid face off in Lisbon, Portugal. Both sides have been superb in the Champions League this season and thoroughly deserve their places in the final ...

Champions League final 2014: Britons who have played in the European Cup ...

Telegraph.co.ukChampions League final 2014: Britons who have played in the European Cup ...Telegraph.co.uk... all 120 minutes, but, perhaps wisely, the Englishman left penalty-taking duties to his team-mates. Hargreaves would go on to win the Champions League in 2008 with Manchester United ...

Thursday, 22 May 2014

Carlo Ancelotti ignores his Real Madrid future to focus on Champions League

The Guardian (blog)Carlo Ancelotti ignores his Real Madrid future to focus on Champions LeagueThe Guardian (blog)The Italian noticed his assistant at Real Madrid was experiencing a pang of apprehension ahead of Saturday's Champions League final and asked him if it was his first in the competition. “I told him it was and he chuckled and said it's his seventh ...

2014 UEFA Champions League Final: Injury

Bleacher Report2014 UEFA Champions League Final: Injury-Hit Cristiano Ronaldo Set to StartBleacher ReportCristiano Ronaldo is set to start for Real Madrid in their Champions League final against Atletico Madrid on Saturday, despite his recent injury problems. Coach Carlo Ancelotti assured journalists gathered for Real Madrid's open media day that Ronaldo ...

Wednesday, 21 May 2014

Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale to both start Champions League final vs ...

Daily MailCristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale to both start Champions League final vs ...Daily MailCarlo Ancelotti confirmed that both Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale will play in the Champions League final on Saturday. Neither player trained with the first team today, with French striker Karim Benzema also missing, but there was no cause for ...

Monday, 19 May 2014

Xabi Alonso Suspension Is Champions League Dilemma for Real Madrid Midfield

Bleacher ReportXabi Alonso Suspension Is Champions League Dilemma for Real Madrid MidfieldBleacher Report"The rule is not fair at all - because you are playing for 13 games, three yellows cards is more than easy to be shown, it needs to be changed," explained Xabi Alonso after he picked another booking against Bayern Munich, via the Daily Mail. That ...

Tuesday, 6 May 2014

Aleksandar Kolarov facing Champions League axe if club forced to cut squad by ...

Telegraph.co.ukAleksandar Kolarov facing Champions League axe if club forced to cut squad by ...Telegraph.co.ukAleksandar Kolarov could face a year without Champions League football if Manchester City's European squad is cut by four players next season over their failure to comply with Financial Fair Play regulations. City are facing a reduction from 25 to 21 ...

Rotation of Casillas and Lopez Makes Perfect Sense Ahead of Champions League

Bleacher ReportRotation of Casillas and Lopez Makes Perfect Sense Ahead of Champions LeagueBleacher ReportAt the start of the season it was the hot topic at the Bernabeu and the surrounding areas. The supporters, media and former players alike were split on a conclusion. There were times when those opinions were based on political connotations, heroic ...

Friday, 2 May 2014

Robbie Savage on John Terry: Chelsea captain's Champions League ...

Mirror.co.ukRobbie Savage on John Terry: Chelsea captain's Champions League ...Mirror.co.ukIn the fall-out from the Blues' Champions League semi-final heartbreak against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday, there was no shortage of pity for Terry when his disappointment dissolved into tears. Let me say, first and foremost, that Terry has had a ...

Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid to square up in Champions League final 2014

Daily MailAtletico Madrid and Real Madrid to square up in Champions League final 2014Daily MailThe city of Madrid will decamp to Lisbon on May 24 as their two prinicpal football clubs, Real and Atletico, contest a fascinating Champions League final. The occasion at Benfica's magnificent Estadio da Luz will make history as the first European ...

John Terry mocked for crying after Chelsea suffer Champions League heartbreak

The IndependentJohn Terry mocked for crying after Chelsea suffer Champions League heartbreakThe IndependentTerry is yet to sign a new contract at Chelsea, and although he is expected to agree a deal to keep him at the club for another year, the 33-year-old may have missed his last chance for another Champions League final appearance. Suggested Topics ...

Champions League 2014: Real Madrid vs Atletico Derby Records, Key Stats ...

Bleacher ReportChampions League 2014: Real Madrid vs Atletico Derby Records, Key Stats ...Bleacher ReportIn what is to be the first European football final to feature two teams from the same city, Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid will clash in this season's Champions League final. Lisbon's Estadio da Luz will play host to two of Spain's biggest names on 24 ...

Thursday, 1 May 2014

UEFA Champions League: Atletico Madid sink Chelsea, set up all

NDTVSports.comUEFA Champions League: Atletico Madid sink Chelsea, set up all-Madrid finalNDTVSports.comLondon: Atletico Madrid set up a Champions League final against city rivals Real Madrid after coming from behind to win 3-1 at Chelsea in their semi-final second leg on Wednesday. After a 0-0 draw in the first leg, former Atletico striker Fernando ...