Sunday, 31 May 2015

Gladwell: Lazio clinch UCL place

ESPN FC (blog)Gladwell: Lazio clinch UCL placeESPN FC (blog)As sadness enveloped the Napoli camp, Lazio celebrated clinching third place in Serie A and a historic if not unexpected qualification for the Champions League thanks to their dramatic 4-2 win. For the first time since 2007-08, the Biancocelesti will ...Rafael Benítez leaves Napoli short of Champions League placeThe GuardianLazio beats Napoli 4-2 to secure Champions League spotWashington TimesLazio stun Napoli to clinch Champions League berthYahoo SportsPlaying for 90 -The Local.itall 183 news articles »

Serie A: Lazio beat Napoli, book UCL spot

ESPN FCSerie A: Lazio beat Napoli, book UCL spotESPN FCNapoli. Rafael Benitez failed to deliver Champions League football to Napoli as his final act before leaving the Serie A club for pastures new ended in a 4-2 defeat at home to Lazio. Lazio were three points clear in third place heading into Sunday ...Rafael Benítez leaves Napoli short of Champions League placeThe GuardianLazio beats Napoli 4-2 to secure Champions League spotWashington TimesLazio stun Napoli to clinch Champions League berthYahoo SportsPlaying for 90 -Yahoo Eurosport UK -The Local.itall 184 news articles »

Rafael Benítez leaves Napoli short of Champions League place

The GuardianRafael Benítez leaves Napoli short of Champions League placeThe GuardianComments. 0. Rafael Benítez failed to deliver Champions League football to Napoli as his final act before leaving the Serie A club for pastures new ended in a 4-2 defeat at home to Lazio. Lazio were three points clear in third place heading into Sunday ...Lazio beats Napoli 4-2 to secure Champions League spotWashington TimesGladwell: Lazio clinch UCL placeESPN FC (blog)Serie A: Champions League spot up for grabs at San Paolo in Napoli - Lazio ...Playing for 90Yahoo Eurosport UK -Yahoo Sportsall 171 news articles »

Man United learn possible UCL opponents

ESPN FCMan United learn possible UCL opponentsESPN FCManchester United could face a tricky Champions League playoff against the likes of CSKA Moscow, Lazio, Monaco or Sporting Lisbon in August. The 15 teams which take part in the non-champions half of the qualifying draw are now effectively known after ...and more »

Ahead of Champions League final, UEFA plots next move in fight against Blatter

CTV NewsAhead of Champions League final, UEFA plots next move in fight against BlatterCTV NewsLONDON -- In the buildup to the Champions League final, Lionel Messi and Andrea Pirlo could be overshadowed by a star of the showpiece 30 years earlier: Michel Platini. As Barcelona and Juventus descend on Berlin to contest European soccer's annual ...and more »

Messi can make history in Berlin against Juventus

UEFA.comMessi can make history in Berlin against Juventus - News - UEFA.comUEFA.comShould the Barça No10 register against Juventus in Berlin, he will become the first player to score in three UEFA Champions League finals, having netted against Manchester United FC in 2009 and 2011. By finding the target against the Bianconeri, Messi ...Ronald Koeman warns Barcelona to expect tough test from Juventus in ...Express.co.ukBarcelona's forward line is an unstoppable Champions League forceThe Guardian (blog)Barcelona's Front Three Need Champions League Crown To Be Regarded Best ...beIN SPORTS USA Breaking NewsThe National -Barca Blaugranes (blog)all 910 news articles »

Manchester United target WANTS move to play Champions League football

Express.co.ukManchester United target WANTS move to play Champions League footballExpress.co.ukMANCHESTER UNITED target Hugo Lloris wants to leave Tottenham for Champions League football, according to reports. By Izzy Horsefield Izzy Horsefield. PUBLISHED: 13:11, Sun, May 31, 2015 | UPDATED: 13:20, Sun, May 31, 2015 ...Spurs stopper looks set to seek Champions League footballVAVEL.comMan United target Hugo Lloris hints at Tottenham exit after telling club he ...Mirror.co.ukall 30 news articles »

Pique: Champions League win would be perfection

Goal.comPique: Champions League win would be perfectionGoal.comLuis Enrique's men take on Juve in the European final on June 6, as they seek to win their first Champions League title since 2011. Pique says the campaign has been excellent thus far, but the side can make it perfect next Saturday. "After the league ...Where the UEFA Champions League finalists come from - News - UEFA.comUEFA.comSoccer-Xavi aims for perfect send off with Champions League winYahoo Eurosport UKWhat Winning the Champions League Would Mean for Juventus and Serie ABleacher ReportMirror.co.uk -IBNLive -Eurosportall 38 news articles »

Champions League 2015

Goal.comChampions League 2015-16: Who will Arsenal, Manchester United & the rest ...Goal.comThe Champions League final is just a week away, but several clubs are already preparing for next season's competition. So when does it get underway? The Champions League proper does not really begin in earnest until the elite European clubs join the ...and more »

Mourinho eager for Champions League improvement from Chelsea

ESPN FCMourinho eager for Champions League improvement from ChelseaESPN FCChelsea boss Jose Mourinho wants to see his Premier League champions perform much better in the Champions League next season. Mourinho led Chelsea to their third title under his stewardship this season, the first since his return in 2013, as well as ...Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho admits winning Champions League is 'always ...SkySportsWhy Chelsea are miles away from Champions League gloryFootballFanCast.comall 242 news articles »

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho admits winning Champions League is 'always ...

SkySportsChelsea boss Jose Mourinho admits winning Champions League is 'always ...SkySportsJose Mourinho accepts winning the Champions League remains a prime target at Chelsea but says such a feat is "always difficult". The Blues boss is confident his team can improve on the current campaign, in which they won the Premier League by a margin ...Mourinho wants Champions League improvementESPN FCWhy Chelsea are miles away from Champions League gloryFootballFanCast.comall 239 news articles »

Saturday, 30 May 2015

PSG players target Champions League next

ESPN FCPSG players target Champions League nextESPN FCParis Saint-Germain's players are targeting even more trophies next year after completing a domestic Treble with the Coupe de France title on Saturday. PSG defeated Auxerre 1-0 to add the cup to the Ligue 1 and Coupe de la Ligue titles won earlier in ...PSG Season Review - Champions League Loss Fails To Derail Treble QuestThe Hard Tackleall 133 news articles »

Ronald Koeman warns Barcelona to expect tough test from Juventus in ...

Express.co.ukRonald Koeman warns Barcelona to expect tough test from Juventus in ...Express.co.ukMost observers believed the 2008 Champions League winner had seen his best days disappear into the horizon but at the age of 34 he has helped Juve retain the Serie A title and grabbed a place in the Champions League final. Moyes revealed: "I'm really ...Messi warns Barca of Tevez threat in Champions League finalGoal.comMessi: The Champions League final will be difficult, anything can happenInside Spanish FootballWhere the Champions League Final will be won and lostTips News ViewsKickOff.com -Diplomat News Network -ESPN FCall 77 news articles »

Carlos Tevez and Javier Mascherano: From Upton Park to the Champions ...

Mirror.co.ukCarlos Tevez and Javier Mascherano: From Upton Park to the Champions ...Mirror.co.ukThis Saturday night, in the Olympiastadion Berlin, Eggert Magnusson will take his seat among the UEFA dignitaries to watch the Champions League final. And he will be watching two players who were both released by West Ham during his year-long tenure ...and more »

CSKA Moscow qualifies for Champions League

The RepublicCSKA Moscow qualifies for Champions LeagueYahoo NewsCSKA had been set to miss out on a Champions League place until the 88th minute, when Swedish midfielder Pontus Wernbloom's header made it 1-1 against FC Rostov. That was enough to give CSKA Russia's second Champions League spot ahead of FC ...CSKA Moscow qualifies for Champions League with dramatic last-minute ...NBCSports.comCSKA take final Champions League spotSuperSportall 17 news articles »

Europe's grand old lady Juventus return to Champions League Final

The Guardian (blog)Europe's grand old lady Juventus return to Champions League FinalThe Guardian (blog)These have been years of relative doldrums for Italian football on the European and global stages, since Italy won the World Cup in 2006 and the two Milan teams won a Champions league title apiece, in 2007 and 2010. But now Italy and Juventus are back, ...

Where the UEFA Champions League finalists come from

Goal.comWhere the UEFA Champions League finalists come from - News - UEFA.comUEFA.comFrenchmen have featured on the winning side in the last four UEFA Champions League finals; Éric Abidal (FC Barcelona, 2011), Florent Malouda (Chelsea FC, 2012), Franck Ribéry (FC Bayern München, 2013), Raphaël Varane and Karim Benzema (Real ...When is the Champions League final?Goal.comEnglish trio break into Juventus HQEurosportbet365 offering bore draw money back offer for Champions League finalCasino City Times (press release)all 13 news articles »

CSKA Moscow qualifies for Champions League

Macon TelegraphCSKA Moscow qualifies for Champions LeagueUSA TODAYMOSCOW (AP) — CSKA Moscow qualified for the Champions League on Saturday on the final day of the Russian Premier League season. CSKA had been set to miss out on a Champions League place until the 88th minute, when Swedish midfielder Pontus ...CSKA take final Champions League spotSuperSportall 9 news articles »

CSKA Moscow qualifies for Champions League

The RepublicCSKA Moscow qualifies for Champions LeagueWashington TimesMOSCOW (AP) - CSKA Moscow qualified for the Champions League on Saturday on the final day of the Russian Premier League season. CSKA had been set to miss out on a Champions League place until the 88th minute, when Swedish midfielder Pontus ...CSKA take final Champions League spotSuperSport (blog)all 5 news articles »

When is the Champions League final?

Goal.comWhen is the Champions League final?Goal.comThe 38-year-old has officiated 70 Uefa matches, including four Champions League and three Europa League games this season. He will be assisted by fellow Turks Bahattin Duran and Tarik Ongun, while the fourth official will be Jonas Eriksson from Sweden.Where the UEFA Champions League finalists come from - News - UEFA.comUEFA.comEnglish trio break into Juventus HQEurosportbet365 offering bore draw money back offer for Champions League finalCasino City Times (press release)all 10 news articles »

Barcelona's forward line is an unstoppable Champions League force

The Guardian (blog)Barcelona's forward line is an unstoppable Champions League forceThe Guardian (blog)Nevertheless, it ought to be recorded that the Champions League final not only brings Suárez into contact with Giorgio Chiellini, the last player he bit, a year ago in the World Cup, but also Patrice Evra, with whom there was a certain amount of ...Messi warns Barca of Tevez threat in Champions League finalGoal.comMessi: The Champions League final will be difficult, anything can happenInside Spanish FootballWhere the Champions League Final will be won and lostTips News ViewsKickOff.com -Diplomat News Network -ESPN FCall 69 news articles »

When is the Champions League final?

Goal.comWhen is the Champions League final?Goal.comThe 38-year-old has officiated 70 Uefa matches, including four Champions League and three Europa League games this season. He will be assisted by fellow Turks Bahattin Duran and Tarik Ongun, while the fourth official will be Jonas Eriksson from Sweden.and more »

Friday, 29 May 2015

Juventus vs. Barcelona Champions League Final 2015: Comparing Midfielders ...

Latin PostJuventus vs. Barcelona Champions League Final 2015: Comparing Midfielders ...Latin PostNot to be outdone, Juventus was the fifth highest possessing team in the Champions League with 56.4 percent of ball retention; the team was also the fourth highest possessing squad in Italy, holding the ball 57.3 percent of the time. As might be ...and more »

Three finals, three different scripts

MetroThree finals, three different scriptsThe HinduThe English FA Cup may have lost some of its lustre in recent years, but for Arsenal this season, it is probably more important than the UEFA Champions League. The Gunners will face Aston Villa in Saturday's showcase at Wembley Stadium, hoping to ...Chelsea news: Fans host 'Premier League winners party' at Arsenal's Emirates ...MetroArsenal consider move for Swansea midfielder Ki Sung-Yeung as Arsene ...Daily MailArsenal 8-0 Aston Villa: Can Sherwood's underdog stem the Gunners' flow?Goal.comall 1,274 news articles »

Road to the Champions League and Europa League: Sportsmail guide gives ...

Daily MailRoad to the Champions League and Europa League: Sportsmail guide gives ...Daily MailThe Champions League final may bring an end to the domestic season across Europe, but it doesn't take long for the focus on the following season's European competitions to begin. For instance, there are just over three weeks separating the 2015 ...