Deadly Drogba: I'm in top form
Didier Drogba acknowledged he is in the best form of his career after helping Chelsea reach the last 16 of the Champions League.
November 04, 2009
Champions League Tuesday Round Up
Manchester United, Porto, Bordeaux, and Chelsea all qualified for the Champions League last 16 while big names AC Milan, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich are fighting to make the elimination round.
October 20, 2009
AZ stun Arsenal with late goal
Arsenal paid the price for a sloppy second half as AZ Alkmaar equalized in stoppage time to earn a 1-1 draw in Champions League Group H.
Liverpool rocked by Lyon, Lose 4th Straight Match
Lyon piled the pressure on Rafa Benitez with a 2-1 Champions League Group E win at Anfield to condemn Liverpool to their fourth straight loss.
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Milan duo to miss Real battle
AC Milan will be without injured duo Gennaro Gattuso and Marco Storari for Wednesday's Champions League showdown at Real Madrid.
September 29, 2009
Rafa: Liverpool Can Beat Anyone in Europe
Rafael Benitez aims to make it two Champions League wins out of two on Tuesday night and insists Liverpool can "beat anyone" in Europe.
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September 16, 2009
Eduardo steals Arsenal win over Standard
Arsenal staged a stunning comeback from 2-0 down to beat Standard Liege 3-2 in their Champions League Group H opener on Wednesday evening.
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Guardiola keen to thank Eto'o
Pep Guardiola wants to thank Samuel Eto'o for his service to Barcelona as the Catalans prepare to face their former hero on Wednesday night in Champions League play.
Lampard, Chelsea settle for gutsy victory
Frank Lampard admitted Chelsea were not at their best as they posted a narrow 1-0 victory over FC Porto at a rain-sodden Stamford Bridge.
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September 14, 2009
Eduardo wins appeal against CL ban
Arsenal have won their appeal against striker Eduardo's two-match ban following his alleged dive in the Champions League match against Celtic.
August 27, 2009
Champions League Group Play Draw
Thursday's Champions League draw set up a few interesting reunion match-ups in Group Play. Real Madrid's new star Kaka will return to Milan, while Eto'o and Zlatan Ibrahimovic will revisit their old clubs in Group F's Barcelona-Inter match-up. Full group listings below...
May 28, 2009
Defeat biggest blow for Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo had admitted Wednesday night's Champions League defeat to Barcelona was one of the biggest disappointments of his career.
May 27, 2009
Superb Iniesta lost for words
Barcelona's tormentor-in-chief Andres Iniesta was lost for words after helping his side to Champions League glory on Wednesday.
Barcelona Swarms United; Claims Treble
Lionel Messi and Samuel Eto'o both scored in an impressive 2-0 victory over Manchester United to become European Champions.
Sir Alex: Take chance to join greats
Sir Alex Ferguson has challenged Manchester United to join the pantheon of all-time great teams by lifting the Champions League title in Rome.
May 26, 2009
Messi, Zidane and the new F50i Tunit
May 25, 2009
Tevez concentrating on Barca
Carlos Tevez wants to help Manchester United retain the Champions League against Barcelona before giving any further thought to his future.
Messi focused on historic treble
Barcelona's Lionel Messi says he does not see the Champions League final as a chance to get one over Cristiano Ronaldo in the Ballon d'Or race.
May 07, 2009
Iniesta: Goal was special moment
Iniesta's injury-time thunderbolt earned 10-man Barcelona a dramatic 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge and allowed them to progress through to a final showdown with Manchester United on the away goals rule.
May 05, 2009
United Blasts Arsenal Early to Advance to Rome
The semi-final second leg was finely poised before kick-off at Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night after United won the first leg 1-0 at Old Trafford last week.
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Nike Ignite Ad: Arsenal vs. Manchester United
April 28, 2009
Chelsea Hold Barca To A Draw
Despite one of the most talented attacking front line in world football, Barcelona could not break a determined Chelsea defense and were held to a 0-0 draw in their UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg at Camp Nou.
April 16, 2009
Ronaldo Hails His Best Goal Ever
Cristiano Ronaldo admits his spectacular strike that sent Manchester United through to the Champions League semi-finals was the best goal of his career.
Wenger - Gunners were Explosive
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has heaped praise on his young side after they recorded an emphatic 3-0 win over Villarreal in their Champions League quarter-final second-leg clash on Wednesday night.
April 15, 2009
Ballack Rates Chelsea's Chances Vs Barca
Michael Ballack believes it could go either way when Chelsea face Barcelona in the Champions League semi-final.
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Reds Fall to Chelsea Despite "Proud" Effort
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez says he is proud of the character his side showed in their 4-4 draw against Chelsea in the Champions League.
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April 07, 2009
Fiesty Porto Spoil Man Utd Plans
Manchester United put in a disappointing performance at Old Trafford against a fired-up Porto side on Tuesday in their Champions League quarter-final first-leg, drawing 2-2 with the Portuguese giants and leaving themselves with a lot of work to do for the second leg.
March 11, 2009
Gunners Edge-Out Roma On Penalties
Arsenal sneaked past Roma 6-7 on penalties in a dramatic Champions League last-16 encounter at the Stadio Olimpico on Wednesday.
Barca Stroll Into Quarters
Barcelona stamped their ticket to the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals with a 5-2 win over Olympique Lyonnais at the Camp Nou on Wednesday evening. The home side took advantage of a four goal outburst over 18 minutes in the first half to seal the win.
Red Devils Outclass Mourinho's Men
Manchester United clinched a place in the Champions League quarter-finals with a comfortable 2-0 win against Inter Milan at Old Trafford on Wednesday.
March 10, 2009
Seven heaven for Bayern Munich
Bayern Munich made easy work of Sporting Clube de Portugal in their 7-1 win at the Football Arena in Munich in the second league of UEFA Champions League action on Tuesday night.
Drogba Strike Sinks Juve
A late strike from Didier Drogba helped Chelsea squeeze past a determined Juventus side 3-2 on aggregate in their Champions League last-16 clash at the Stadio Olimpico on Tuesday.
Liverpool Blasts Real Madrid in Anfield
Liverpool coasted into the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals with a resounding 4-0 win over Real Madrid at Anfield on Tuesday night. Stephen Gerrard lead the way for the home side on a brace with goals on either side of the halftime break.
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February 26, 2009
Bayern Crush Sporting 5-0
Bayern Munich wasted little time taking advantage in their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 tie defeating Sporting Club de Portugal 5-0 at the Estadio Jose on Wednesday night. Franck Ribery and Luca Toni each knocked in a brace with Miroslav Klose finishing out the scoring.
February 25, 2009
Liverpool Surprises Real in Madrid
A late goal from Yossi Benayoun earned Liverpool an invaluable 1-0 win over Real Madrid in the first-leg of their last-16 Champions League clash at the Bernabeu on Wednesday night.
February 24, 2009
Henry Gives Barca a Vital Away Goal
Thierry Henry headed home the equalizer as Barcelona fought back to draw Lyon 1-1 at the Stade Gerland in UEFA Champions League action on Tuesday. The constant attack was expected from these two sides as they combined for 32 goals in the group stage
RVP Hands Gunners Advantage
A first-half penalty from Robin van Persie handed Arsenal a 1-0 win over Roma at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday evening to give the Gunners the advantage going into the second-leg of their Champions League last-16 clash.
February 23, 2009
Gerrard To Return In Madrid
Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has been included in the squad for Wednesday night's Champions League clash against Real Madrid.
Ronaldo - Time To Kill
Cristiano Ronaldo believes it will be a case of "kill or be killed" when Manchester United face Inter Milan in the first leg of an eagerly awaited last-16 Champions League clash at Old Trafford on Tuesday.
December 19, 2008
Champs League Draw: EPL vs Serie A
The draw for the first knock out stage of the Champions League took place on Friday and three of the English clubs found themselves drawn against Italian opposition.
November 26, 2008
Villarreal Hold Man U to 0-0 Draw
Villarreal held Machester United to a 0-0 draw in Champions League action at El Madrigal on Tuesday evening.
November 24, 2008
Ronaldo Looks Fit For Villarreal
Cristiano Ronaldo looks like he will in fact play against Villarreal after traveling out with the rest of the Manchester United team in preparation of their Champions League match.
November 05, 2008
Barca Advances to CL Elimination Round
Barcelona limped into the UEFA Champions League elimination round with a less than spectacular showing in their 1-1 draw with FC Basel 1893 at the Camp Nou on Tuesday evening.
October 22, 2008
Chelsea Goes Three Points Clear
Chelsea continued the defence of their seemingly-impenetrable Stamford Bridge fortress with a 1-0 Champions League victory against Roma, courtesy of John Terry's second-half header.
Barcelona Dismantle Basel 5-0
Barcelona notched their 200th triumph in UEFA club competitions with their 5-0 dismantling of Basel at St Jakob Park on Wednesday night.
October 21, 2008
Arsenal Fire On All Cylinders In Turkey
It was a story of chances taken and missed on Tuesday night as Arsenal saw off Turkish opposition Fenerbahce 5-2 in their frantic Group G Champions League clash in Istanbul.
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Berbatov, ManUtd Sinks Celtic
Dimitar Berbatov bagged his second Champions League brace for Manchester United in their 3-0 Group E victory over Celtic at Old Trafford on Tuesday, despite some controversial decisions surrounding the Bulgarian's finishes.
October 20, 2008
Arsenal Expects Turkish Test
Robin van Persie has first-hand experience of the hostile Fenerbahce crowd and he has urged his Arsenal team-mates not to let it affect them.
October 02, 2008
Gerrard Dedicates 100th To Fans
Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has dedicated his 100th goal for the Reds to all of the club's fans.
September 30, 2008
Arsenal Fire Four Past Porto
Arsenal showed they could be serious Champions League contenders this season when they crushed FC Porto 4-0 at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday.
September 29, 2008
United to wheel out big guns in CL clash
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson intends to learn from past mistakes and unleash all his big guns on Aalborg on Tuesday night.
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September 17, 2008
Gallas Earns Vital Point for Arsenal
(Soccer365.com) A late goal from William Gallas saved Arsenal's blushes as they came back from a goal down to record a 1-1 draw against Dynamo Kiev at the Valeri Lobanovski Stadium on Wednesday night.
September 16, 2008
Lampard Leads Blues Past Bordeaux
(Soccer365.com) Chelsea got their Champions League group stage campaign off to the perfect start as they saw off French outfit Bordeaux 4-0 at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday night.
August 28, 2008
Champions League draw: ManUtd in with Celtic, Villarreal
(Soccer365.com) The Champions League group stage draw took place in Monaco on Thursday, with five British teams having their fates decided.
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Rafa promises Liverpool improvement
(Soccer365.com) The Anfield boss accepts that although his side are still unbeaten after four games this term - and have only conceded one goal - they have not been firing on all cylinders.
August 27, 2008
Arsenal Cruise Through In Europe
(Soccer365.com) Arsenal bounced back from their defeat at the weekend to ensure their qualification for the Champions League group phase as they defeated FC Twente 4-0 at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday.
August 25, 2008
Gold Medal Aguero Back For Atletico
(Soccer365.com) Atletico Madrid welcome back star striker Sergio Aguero for Wednesday's vital Champions League clash against Schalke, but the diminutive Argentinian is warning against pinning too much hope on his return.
May 25, 2008
John Terry 'haunted' by his Moscow miss
(Soccer365.com) Captain John Terry says he will be "haunted forever" by his Moscow penalty miss that cost Chelsea the chance of winning the Champions League.
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May 22, 2008
'Drained' Sir Alex Hungry for More
(Soccer365.com) Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson admitted he felt "drained" after his side's Champions League final victory over Chelsea.
May 21, 2008
Manchester United Triumph on Penalties
A dramatic night in Moscow ended with an emotional penalty kick shootout. The match stood at 1-1 after 120 minutes on first half goals from Cristiano Ronaldo and Frank Lampard. Chelsea captain John Terry had a chance to crown his Blues as Europe champs from the spot, but his shot hit the post. The teams then traded penalties before Edwin Van der Sar stopped Nicolas Anelka for the victory.
May 20, 2008
Tevez: Pressure On Chelsea
(Soccer365.com) Carlos Tevez believes Manchester United have the psychological edge ahead of the UEFA Champions League final.
May 07, 2008
FIFA worried by English CL domination
(Soccer365.com) FIFA president Sepp Blatter says the dominance of English clubs in the Champions League proves a quota system on foreign players is needed.
May 01, 2008
Chelsea Overcomes Liverpool in Thriller
(Soccer365.com) Chelsea will meet Manchester United in the first all-English Champions League final after beating Liverpool 3-2 following extra time in London.
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April 29, 2008
Manchester United Advance to Champions League Final
Manchester United advanced to the Champions League Final today with a 1-0 win over Barcelona at Old Trafford. Paul Scholes' half volley from distance in the 15th minute was enough to set up an all English final against the winner of tomorrow's Chelsea-Liverpool clash.
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April 24, 2008
Sir Alex Not Blaming Cristiano Ronaldo
(Soccer365.com) Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson refused to blame Cristiano Ronaldo for his side's failure to score an away goal at Barcelona.
April 23, 2008
Gerrard: Torres can Bridge the gap
(Soccer365.com) Steven Gerrard believes Fernando Torres can help Liverpool end their poor record at Stamford Bridge and reach the Champions League final.
April 22, 2008
Drogba unfazed by Liverpool menace
(Soccer365.com) Chelsea striker Didier Drogba says his side have nothing to be scared of ahead of their Champions League showdown with Liverpool.
April 21, 2008
Messi can mess up ManUtd plan - Tevez
(Soccer365.com) Manchester United striker Carlos Tevez has warned his team-mates Lionel Messi could wreck their hopes of making the Champions League final.
April 15, 2008
Fernando Torres: Primera Liga is Better
(Soccer365.com) Liverpool striker Fernando Torres believes that the Primera Liga is stronger than the Premier League.
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April 10, 2008
Manchester United set up semis with Barcelona
(Soccer365.com) Manchester United progressed to a Champions League semi-final meeting with Barcelona after Roma were beaten 1-0 on the night, 3-0 on aggregate.
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April 09, 2008
Gerrard's Worst Liverpool Night Ends Right
(Soccer365.com) Steven Gerrard described his performance against Arsenal as one of his worst for Liverpool - but said he knew he would convert his penalty.
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April 03, 2008
Chelsea Rocked at Fenerbahce
(Soccer365.com) Chelsea handed the advantage to Fenerbahce in their Champions League quarter-final after surrending a lead to lose the first leg 2-1 in Turkey.
Draw Gives Liverpool a Slim Advantage
(Soccer365.com) Liverpool will fancy their chances of making the Champions League last four after earning a 1-1 draw at Arsenal in the quarter-final first leg.
April 01, 2008
Ronaldo, Man U Blast Roma
(Soccer365.com) Cristiano Ronaldo believes Manchester United were well worth their victory in Tuesday's Champions League quarter-final first leg against Roma.
Reds ready to rock Arsenal - Fernando Torres
(Soccer365.com) In-form striker Fernando Torres says Liverpool are full of confidence heading into their Champions League quarterfinal against Arsenal.
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March 17, 2008
Messi wary of Premiership quartet
(Soccer365.com) Lionel Messi admits England's four contenders in the Champions League pose the biggest threat to Barcelona in this season's competition.
March 12, 2008
Sir Alex Ferguson: EPL is top dog
(Soccer365.com) Sir Alex Ferguson claims that the Premier League is "the best in Europe" after all four sides reached the Champions League quarterfinals.
Liverpool March on in Champions League
(Soccer365.com) Liverpool marched into the Champions League quarter-finals after Fernando Torres' second-half goal gave them a 1-0 win over 10-man Inter Milan.
March 06, 2008
Real Madrid Rocked By Roma
(Soccer365.com) Nine-time winners Real Madrid were knocked out of the Champions League after losing 2-1 at home to Roma tonight.
March 05, 2008
Fenerbahce Advance In Shootout win
(Soccer365.com) Volkan Demirel was the hero for Fenerbahce as they advanced from a penalty shoot-out into the Champions League quarter-finals for the first time in their history.
March 04, 2008
Spalletti: Totti can fire Roma through
(Soccer365.com) Roma boss Luciano Spalletti is counting on captain Francesco Totti to propel the Giallorossi into the quarter-finals of the Champions League.
February 20, 2008
Carragher: Gerrard Made For Europe
(Soccer365.com) Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher believes Steven Gerrard is "made for the Champions League" after the Reds captain scored a crucial second goal against Inter Milan on Tuesday.
Real Madrid Frustrated With Roma Defeat
(Soccer365.com) Real Madrid coach Bernd Schuster was left frustrated after his side slipped to a narrow 2-1 defeat against Roma in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie at the Stadio Olimpico
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February 18, 2008
UEFA Confident In Snowy Fenerbahce Pitch
(Soccer365.com) UEFA are confident that Wednesday night's Champions League last-16 clash between Fenerbahce and Sevilla will go ahead despite heavy snow in Istanbul.
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February 13, 2008
Robinho doubt for Real Madrid's Roma trip
(Soccer365.com) Robinho is set to miss Real Madrid's Champions League trip to AS Roma next week after being ruled out for 10-15 days with a torn abdominal muscle.
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December 21, 2007
Roma excited by Real encounter
(Soccer365.com) Roma admitted their delight after being drawn against nine-times winners Real Madrid in the first knockout round of the Champions League.
November 26, 2007
Henry Missing For Barca
(Soccer365.com) Barcelona will be without Thierry Henry as they go to Lyon in search of the win they need to qualify for the knockout stages of the Champions League.
October 03, 2007
Beasley Scores In Rangers Win
(Soccer365.com) DaMarcus Beasley provided an assist and scored as Rangers notched one of their most impressive European wins in history with a 3-0 win over Lyon at the Stade Gerland on Tuesday night.
October 02, 2007
Man Utd Better Roma
(Soccer365.com) Wayne Rooney's first goal of the season was both clinical and decisive as it gave hosts Manchester United a 1-0 Champions League win over Roma.
September 18, 2007
Beasley backs Gers to cause stir
(Soccer365.com) DaMarcus Beasley has backed Rangers to be the surprise package of the Champions League this year - starting on Wednesday night against Stuttgart.
September 04, 2007
Gunners to host Sevilla
(Soccer365.com) Arsenal learned the identity of their first Champions League group stage opponents when Sevilla made sure of their place with an emphatic 4-1 win at AEK Athens.
August 31, 2007
2007 Champions League Draw
(Soccer365.com) Nine-time European champions Real Madrid will face Lazio in Champions League Group C, while Inter Milan must tackle PSV Eindhoven in Group G.
August 27, 2007
Gerrard to miss Champions League match
(Soccer365.com) Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard will miss Tuesday's crucial Champions League tie against Toulouse at Anfield and there is already a doubt over his involvement with England for two vital Euro 2008 qualifiers next month.
May 24, 2007
Carra: Reds Must Do Better
Jamie Carragher's cold assessment of Liverpool's failure in Athens was brutally clear: "We were just not good enough."
Kaka: I Never Feared Istanbul Repeat
(Soccer365.com) Brazilian playmaker Kaka believes AC Milan were destined to make amends for their Istanbul nightmare after claiming the Champions League crown on Wednesday night.
May 23, 2007
Champions League Final 2007 - AC Milan v. Liverpool
Only two years ago, these two sides clashed in Istanbul in one of the most memorable Champions League Finals ever. Today, we enjoy the rematch. How will it play out? Which player will rise to the challenge? Put your thoughts here.
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Aldo - Benitez Must Make Right Decisions
(Soccer365.com) Liverpool legend John Aldridge maintains that Rafael Benitez must get all his best players on the pitch together - even if that means playing Steven Gerrard on the right - if the Reds are to clinch a sixth European Cup triumph.
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Ancelotti: Stevie G Talking BS
(Soccer365.com) Carlo Ancelotti has accused Steven Gerrard of talking trash ahead of the big Athens showdown.
Gattuso Sticks The Boot In
(Soccer365.com) Gennaro Gattuso stuck the boot in English football and says Liverpool have bought their way to glory.
May 22, 2007
Milan Must Be Aware Of Crouch - Kaka
(Soccer365.com) Kaka says AC Milan must be aware of the threat of Peter Crouch in Athens on Wednesday.
Gerrard Gunning For Gattuso
(Soccer365.com) Steven Gerrard has challenged motor-mouth AC Milan midfielder Gennaro Gattuso to 'stop me if you can'.
May 18, 2007
Kaka Relishing Important Test
(Soccer365.com) - AC Milan talisman Kaka has labelled next Wednesday's Champions League final against Liverpool "the most important game of my life".
May 17, 2007
Gattuso Relishing Chance For Revenge
(Soccer365.com) - AC Milan midfielder Gennaro Gattuso is not letting the memories of the most harrowing defeat of his football career bother him days before his chance for revenge.
May 16, 2007
I Would Love To Play With Gerrard - Kaka
(Goal.com) - Milan play-maker Kaka has expressed his admiration for Steven Gerrard as we wind down toward's next Wednesday's bit game in Athens.
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May 02, 2007
No Treble, Only Milan Trouble for United
Milan, Italy (Sports Network) - AC Milan advanced to its third Champions League final in five years as the Rossoneri handed Manchester United a 3-0 defeat at the San Siro on Wednesday in the second leg of their Champions League semifinal matchup.
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May 01, 2007
Reds Earn a Trip to Athens on PKs
Liverpool, England (Sports Network) - Goalie Jose Reina stopped two penalty kicks and Liverpool converted its first four attempts in a shootout to defeat Chelsea on Tuesday and advance to the Champions League final.
Rooney: Kaká And Ronaldo Are The Key Players
(Goal.com) - Wayne Rooney has admitted that he was impressed by AC Milan's Kaká in the first leg and believes that Cristiano Ronaldo deserves special praise for his performances this season.
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April 30, 2007
Liverpool draw hope from past Anfield triumphs
Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - Liverpool enter Tuesday's Champions League semifinal return leg at Anfield trailing Chelsea 1-0. However, you will not find a Liverpool player who has any doubts that the Reds will come out on top on their home soil and play in their second Champions League final in three years.
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It Was A "Frightened" Second Half Against United - Kaka
(Goal.com) - Milan midfielder Kaka admits that they were frightened of Manchester United's onslaught during the second half, and paid for it dearly. The Brazilian called for a repeat of the first half display instead.
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April 26, 2007
Lampard: We Should Have Won By More
(Goal.com) - Frank Lampard believes that Chelsea should have wo by more than the single goal that has given them the advantage in the Champions League semi final against Liverpool.
April 25, 2007
Ancelotti Defends Dida
(Soccer365.com) - AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti has defended Nelson Dida after the goalkeeper came under fire for his performance in Tuesday's Champions League defeat against Manchester United.
April 24, 2007
Manchester United rallies to top AC Milan
Manchester, England (Sports Network) - Wayne Rooney scored his second goal seconds into extra time as Manchester United rallied for a 3-2 win over AC Milan in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semifinals at rainy Old Trafford on Tuesday.
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Drogba's Just Brilliant - Carragher
(Goal.com) - Jamie Carragher has heaped praise on Didier Drogba ahead of tomorrow's clash at Stamford Bridge, though he admitted that he did not vote for him last week.
Rooney - We're Better Now
(Soccer365.com) - Wayne Rooney claims ManYoo are a much better side than the one that lost to AC Milan two years ago.
April 23, 2007
Champs League Preview: Wounded United
(Sports Network) - Manchester United enters the first leg of its Champions League semifinal with AC Milan at Old Trafford on Tuesday missing a number of key defenders and forcing manager Sir Alex Ferguson to rely on an unfamiliar back line to stop the Milan attack.
Crouch Craving For A Grand Finale
(Goal.com) - Liverpool striker Peter Crouch is keen to experience a Champions League final, more so after hearing his teammates recount their experiences from two years ago.
April 13, 2007
Mexes: Spalletti Told Us Not To Give Up
(Goal.com) - The Frenchman believes that the Giallorossi must react in order to defend the second place in the standings and win the Coppa Italia.
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April 12, 2007
Milan The Best In Europe, Lavishes Kahn
(Goal.com) - Bayern Munich skipper and goal-keeper Oliver Kahn believes his team had little luck last night, but admitted that Milan could only be praised for what they did.
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April 11, 2007
Milan Conquers Munich; Liverpool Advances
AC Milan shut down Bayern Munich at Allianz Arena to set up a semifinal against Manchester United. Elsewhere, Liverpool finished off PSV Eindhoven to become the third English team to advance to the European final four.
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April 10, 2007
Roma Crushed; Essien Lifts Chelsea Late
Manchester United greeted Roma with a historic goal blitz on Tuesday afternoon, scoring four goals in the first half and adding three in the second for a gaudy 7-1 crush of AS Roma. Meanwhile, Chelsea rode through to the semifinals on a 90th minute goal from Michael Essien.
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Kuyt Banned For Reds
(Soccer365.com) - Liverpool will be without the suspended Dirk Kuyt for their Champions League quarter-final second leg at home to PSV Eindhoven on Wednesday.
Ayala Ready For Another Drogba Challenge
(Goal.com) - Roberto Ayala insists he is ready to take on the dangerous Didier Drogba at the Mestalla this evening.
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Inzaghi To Spearhead Milan's Attack
(Goal.com) - Ancelotti is trusting in the veteran striker to score the vital goals for the Rossoneri to reach the semi-finals of the Champions League when they face Bayern Munich tomorrow at the Allianz Arena.
April 09, 2007
United return home with much to do against Roma
(Sports Network) - The last week has not been kind to Manchester United, as the Red Devils dropped their first-leg Champions League quarterfinal game with Roma 2-1 on Wednesday, and followed that up with a 2-1 loss at Portsmouth on Saturday in league play to reduce their lead in the Premiership to just three points.
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Ayala The Best I Have Faced - Drogba
(Goal.com) - Chelsea's red-hot front man Didier Drogba - arguably the best striker in Europe this season - has showered praise on Roberto Ayala ahead of tomorrow night's Champions League decider.
Vučinić Looking For Lyon Repeat
(Goal.com) - Mirko Vučinić believes that Roma can take inspiration from their away day performance in the last round as they head for Old Trafford on Tuesday evening.
Saha Out Of Roma Match
(Soccer365.com) - Louis Saha has been ruled out of Manchester United's Champions League quarter-final decider against AS Roma with a hamstring injury.
April 05, 2007
UEFA To Probe Rome Rampage
(Soccer365.com) - UEFA announced they will launch an investigation into the shocking scenes of crowd trouble during Manchester United's Champions League match in Rome.
Frisk: The Italian Police Over-Reacted
(Goal.com) - Retired referee Anders Frisk - at the Stadio Olimpico last night - gave his thoughts on what happened in the stands.
April 04, 2007
We Must Be Professional, Says Record Breaking Gerrard
(Goal.com) - Steven Gerrard insists Liverpool must remain professional and not assume they are already in the semi-finals of the Champions League despite their 3-0 win against PSV Eindhoven in the first leg last night.
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Benitez - Reds Have Improved
(Soccer365.com) - Rafael Benitez maintains his current Liverpool side is better than the 2005 vintage that won the Champions League.
April 03, 2007
Road Reds dismantle PSV, 3-0
Eindhoven, Holland (Sports Network) - Steven Gerrard became Liverpool's top goalscorer in the European Cup en route to leading the Reds to a critical 3-0 victory over PSV in a Champions League quarterfinal first leg match at Philips Stadion.
Cole Back To Fire Up Chelsea
(Soccer365.com) - Jose Mourinho will welcome back England midfielder Joe Cole into the Chelsea squad for the visit of Valencia in their Champions League quarter-final, first leg at Stamford Bridge tomorrow night.
Carra: Beware The Underdog
(Soccer365.com) - Jamie Carragher is not underestimating PSV because he was part of a Liverpool side who became European champions despite being underdogs.
Rafa, Barcelona Win Have Made Us Fearless - Gerrard
(Goal.com) - Steven Gerrard believes Liverpool will not be fearing anyone after sending heavy-weights and defending champions Barcelona packing from the competition. He also showered praise on coach Rafa Benitez.
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EPL clubs looking to make Champions League history
(Sports Network) Never before have three teams from the same league advanced to the semifinals of the Champions League, but Premiership sides Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea are looking to do just that when they kick off their respective quarterfinal first legs on Tuesday and Wednesday.
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March 21, 2007
Bayern Get Van Bommel All Clear
(Goal.com) - Bayern Munich midfielder Mark van Bommel will be able to play in the second leg of Bayern Munich's Champions League quarter-final against AC Milan as his two-match ban was halved to one today after a UEFA disciplinary tribunal ruling on Wednesday in Nyon, Switzerland.
March 16, 2007
Kaladze Eyes Champions League Return
(Goal.com) - The Georgian defender is recuperating from an injury.
March 12, 2007
Man United-Roma headlines CL Quarterfinal Draw
The three remaining English Premiership sides were kept apart in the Champions League quarterfinal draw and the two remaining Italian clubs will face difficult match-ups: Manchester United v AS Roma and AC Milan v Bayern Munich.
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March 07, 2007
No Fear Of Arsenal, Henry Or Not - Gomes
(Goal.com) - PSV Eindhoven keeper Heurelho Gomes insists that the time is ripe for scalping Arsenal, and that Dutch side have no fear at all as they step out on the Emirates pitch, whether or not Thierry Henry plays.
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Barca knocked out of Champions League
Liverpool, England (Sports Network) - After falling to Liverpool 2-1 in the home leg of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16, defending champion Barcelona faced long odds to advance.
March 06, 2007
Beware Celtic's Nakamura, Warns Kaka
(Goal.com) - AC Milan's coveted Brazilian midfielder Kaka has singled out his Japanese counterpart in the Celtic side, Shunsuke Nakamura, as the big threat to the Rossoneri's aim of beating Celtic and reaching the quarter-finals of the Champions League.
The Only Pressure Is Self-Inflicted - Mourinho
(Goal.com) - As Chelsea prepare to tackle FC Porto at Stamford Bridge tonight in a vital Champions League encounter, manager Jose Mourinho insists that he is not under pressure to land another trophy this season in order to secure his job.
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March 05, 2007
Wenger Willing To Take Henry Chance, Again
(Goal.com) - After admitting last week that he might have rushed Henry back for the first leg clash against PSV, Wenger has insisted that he might be willing to take the chance again.
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February 27, 2007
Rijkaard Sees Barça As Underdogs
(Goal.com) - Frank Rijkaard believes that his FC Barcelona side are the underdogs in the tie against Real Zaragoza as the two teams prepare for the secnd leg of the quarter final.
February 23, 2007
Giggs Unimpressed By French Outcry
(Goal.com) - Ryan Giggs has revealed that the referee gave him the green light to take the controversial quick free-kick that gave Manchester United victory at Lille in midweek.
February 22, 2007
Márquez Remaining Confident
(Goal.com) - Rafa Márquez believes that FC Barcelona should be confident ahead of their two crucial cup in the next fortnight as they look to recover in both the Champions League and the Copa Del Rey.
Champs League: Chelsea Levels With Porto
Porto, Portugal (Sports Network) - Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho left his old stomping grounds on Wednesday with a 1-1 draw in the first leg of his club's Round of 16 clash with FC Porto.
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February 21, 2007
We Deserved To Win - Galliani
(Goal.com) - The Milan vice-President was partially disappointed with the result against Celtic, even though the Rossoneri still remain as favourites to go through to the next round.
Van Bommel Apologises For Gesture
(Goal.com) - Bayern Munich midfielder Mark van Bommel has apologised for his rude gesture after scoring a late goal against Real Madrid at the Bernabeu on Tuesday evening.
Eto'o: "I Am Not Ready"
(Goal.com) - Samuel Eto'o has explained the reason that he opted not to play in FC Barcelona's Champions League tie against Liverpool as he wants to make sure that he is fully fit.
Champions League Roundup: PSV carry first leg lead to London
Eindhoven, Netherlands (Sports Network) - Dutch champion PSV Eindhoven handed English Premier League power, Arsenal, its first defeat in any competition of 2007 when the UEFA Champions League resumed with the first leg of the first knockout phase on Tuesday.
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February 20, 2007
Maldini On Breaking The 100 Barrier
(Goal.com) - Paolo Maldini is set to become a Champions League centurion when he makes his 100th appearance in the competition as AC Milan meet Celtic in Glasgow on Tuesday evening.
Eto'o Set For Liverpool Return
(Goal.com) - Samuel Eto'o is set to return to the FC Barcelona squad for the Champions League visit of Liverpool, but will not be named in the starting line-up.
Deco: "Gerrard Is The Best"
(Goal.com) - Deco has heaped praise on Steven Gerrard ahead of Liverpool's visit to Camp Nou in the Champions League on Wednesday and warned of the danger posed by the Reds.
February 19, 2007
Predictions: Champions League Round of 16
The Champions League is back. 16 teams are still alive in the fight for Europe's top prize. There are some intriguing match-ups including the last two clubs to raise the cup. Who will win? Make your predictions here!
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Not About Revenge, Insists Fergie
(Goal.com) - Sir Alex Ferguson has insisted that the last sixteen tie against Lille is not about avenging last year's group stage exit. That, however, hasn't stopped him taking all his 23 players - all passed fit - to France.
February 16, 2007
Carragher Targets Nou Camp Hat-Trick
(Goal.com) - Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher wants to complete a personal hat-trick - of consecutive clean sheets at the Camp Nou.
February 14, 2007
Gerrard Calls For Confidence
(Goal.com) - The Reds skipper has asked his teammates to approach the Barcelona clash with confidence, and belief in their own abilities.
December 19, 2006
Kahn Eyes CL Crown Sunset Ride
(Soccer365.com) - Bayern Munich keeper extraordinaire Oliver Kahn has revealed that he may hang his gloves for good if the Bavarians claim another Champions League title in the spring.
December 08, 2006
Kaká Hopes To Avoid Barça
(Goal.com) - The Brazilian would prefer not to meet Barça yet on the road that leads to the Champions League final.
December 06, 2006
United Strikes Back, Advances to Final 16
Manchester, England (Sports Network) - Just one year ago, Benfica put an end to Manchester United's Champions League campaign with a 2-1 win over the Red Devils. One year later, Sir Alex Ferguson's men re-paid the Portuguese side with a 3-1 win at Old Trafford to advance and send Benfica packing.
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December 04, 2006
Roma Must Face Los Che Without Totti
(Goal.com) - Roma have suffered a blow prior to their crucial Champions League meeting with Valencia on Tuesday with the news that their talismanic captain Francesco Totti will miss the tie through injury.
November 22, 2006
Odonkor Blow For Betis
(Goal.com) - David Odonkor is to undergo tests to see whether he will require surgery after suffering a knee injury in Germany's UEFA Euro 2008 qualifier against Cyprus last week.
AEK upsets top-squad Milan
Athens, Greece (Sports Network) - A 32nd-minute goal from AEK Athens' Julio Cesar was all the home outfit needed for a 1-0 upset victory over Group H powerhouse, Milan in Champions League Matchday 5 play on Tuesday.
November 21, 2006
Bremen Game Not About Barcelona - Mourinho
(Goal.com) - Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho insisted that Chelsea travel to Bremen with full seriousness, and will not play with a second string team.
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UEFA Champions League Resumes Today
When the UEFA Champions League resumes Tuesday for Matchday 5, Groups E, F, G and H will be in action to further set the tables for the knockout rounds.
November 20, 2006
Lyon Game Not About Revenge - Capello
(Goal.com) - Don Fabio insisted that it was important to win against Lyon on Tuesday night, but not to avenge the 2-0 loss on the first match-day.
November 08, 2006
Platini: Reduce Champions League Spots For Top Leagues
(Goal.com) - Speaking to reporters in Belgrade, UEFA presidential candidate Michel Platini expressed his desire to shake up the Champions League allotments.
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November 02, 2006
Barca-Chelsea: The Aftermath
(Goal.com) - Uefa president Lennart Johansson has said the governing body is "sure" to investigate the Champions League match between Barcelona and Chelsea.
Henry Accentuates The Positives
(Goal.com) - Arsenal endured a frustrating night at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday, dominating their Champions League Group G encounter with CSKA Moscow and creating chance after chance but failing to convert any of them.
November 01, 2006
Gunners Fire Early And Often, But Fail To Hit Target
London, England (Sports Network) - It was a frustrating night at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday for Arsene Wenger's side as Arsenal dominated the play on its home soil and created a myriad of scoring chances, only to come away with a share of the points against CSKA Moscow.
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Mancini Relieved To Top Spartak
(Soccer365.com) - Inter Milan boss Roberto Mancini breathed a sigh after his team booked a slim Champions League win away to a pesky Spartak Moscow group.
Barcelona's Champions League Predicament
(Goal.com) - Frank Rijkaard was a member of the AC Milan side which was the last to retain the European Cup - in 1990 - but the Barcelona manager admits that his reigning European champions are in danger of not reaching the knock-out phase of this season's tournament, never mind retaining the trophy.
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Cocu Confident Of Long CL Run
(Soccer365.com) - In the aftermath of a 2-0 home victory over Galatasaray that clinched their place in the Champions League knockouts, PSV Eindhoven Phillip Cocu expressed belief that they can go deep into the tourney.
October 31, 2006
Drogba's Late Goal Pulls Back Barça
Barcelona, Spain (Sports Network) - Chelsea forward Didier Drogba has turned into a Barca-killer in 2006 UEFA Champions League Group play.
Messi: Chelsea Defenders Should Calm Down
(Goal.com) - Barcelona playmaker Lionel Messi believes Chelsea’s defenders must keep control in Tuesday night’s Champions League clash between the two sides at the Nou Camp.
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Benitez Warns Against Complacency
(Goal.com) - With Bordeaux at Anfield tonight in the Champions League, Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has warned his players against complacency against the bottom team in Group C.
October 30, 2006
Gerrard Nearly Back To His Best - Benitez
(Goal.com) - Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez believes his captain Steven Gerrard is close to his "unstoppable" best as the Reds prepare for the Champions League visit of Bordeaux on Tuesday night.
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Mancini Wants Champions League Win
(Goal.com) - Inter Milan coach Roberto Mancini made light of the fight between Vieira and Mihajlovic, and focussed on using the team's momentum in Moscow.
October 18, 2006
Champs League Round-up: Chelsea blanks Barca
London, England (Sports Network) - Last Saturday was not a day to remember for Chelsea, as all-world keeper Petr Cech suffered a skull fracture, and his backup, Carlo Cudicini, also left the game with a head injury. Enter Hilario, the third-string keeper who blanked mighty Barcelona at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday in Champions League Group A action, 1-0.
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Messi Glad Del Horno Left Chelsea
(Goal.com) - Barcelona playmaker Lionel Messi is relieved not to be facing Asier Del Horno when the Catalans play Chelsea tonight.
October 17, 2006
Arsenal Run Ended In Moscow
(Goal.com) - A first-half strike from Daniel Carvalho ended Arsenal’s six-match winning run and saw CSKA Moscow go top of Champions League Group G.
September 28, 2006
Moratti Blasts Inter Attitude
(Soccer365.com) - Inter Milan chief Massimo Moratti has urged the team to regain their swagger in order to avoid further displays like their home Champions League loss to Bayern Munich on Wednesday night.
Allback Slams Gravesen: He’s Afraid
(Goal.com) - FC Copenhagen striker Marcus Allback has taken a swipe at Thomas Gravesen following the Champions League clash with Celtic on Tuesday.
Pizarro Glad To Break Italy Jinx
(Soccer365.com) - Bayern Munich striker Claudio Pizarro was quite proud to have taken part in the team’s slump-buster against Champions League foe Inter Milan on Wednesday night.
September 27, 2006
Rijkaard Won’t Take Bremen Lightly
(Soccer365.com) - Barcelona manager Frank Rijkaard has assured observers that he is instructing his charges to be prepared for a tough Champions League fight at Werder Bremen.
Mancini: We Are Must Beat Bayern
(Soccer365.com) - Inter Milan coach Roberto Mancini is already feeling the heat and has declared their Wednesday Champions League clash with Bayern Munich a must-win game.
Home Wins The Key - Benitez
(Goal.com) - Liverpool entertain Galatasaray in the Champions League Group C match tonight aiming to build on the away draw they secured gainst PSV Eindhoven two weeks ago.
Panucci Spooked By Mestalla
(Soccer365.com) - AS Roma defender Christian has admitted to feeling uneasy over their Champions League visit to Valencia, but says the club can find a way to win.
Kaka Unhappy With Ancelotti Tactics
(Goal.com) - Milan playmaker Kaka was left frustrated by the tactics deployed by coach Carlo Ancelotti during the 0-0 Champions League draw with Lille on Tuesday night.
September 26, 2006
Luisão: We Have Respect For ManU
(Soccer365.com) - Benfica defender Luisão admits to having a great admiration for Tuesday Champions League foes Manchester United, but would just assume jump start their campaign with a victory.
Capello Demands Revenge Victory
(Soccer365.com) - Still reeling from their sound Champions League Group E opening defeat to Lyon, Real Madrid boss Fabio Capello has placed priority #1 on beating Dynamo Kyiv on Tuesday night.
September 25, 2006
Forget League Woes, Says Doll
(Soccer365.com) - Hamburg manager Thomas Doll knows his side don’t have time to worry about their poor league start when they host dangerous Champions League visitors CSKA Moscow.
Lille Target Rossoneri Hide
(Soccer365.com) - French strugglers Lille are busy working on a plot that sees them defeat Champions League giants AC Milan.
September 14, 2006
Moratti Disgusted With Defeat
(Soccer365.com) - Inter Milan chief Massimo Moratti has lashed out at the team for a 1-0 Champions League loss suffered at Sporting Lisbon on Tuesday night.
Giggs Dived – Boruc
(Goal.com) - Celtic goalkeeper Artur Boruc has claimed that Ryan Giggs dove to win a penalty in Wednesday night’s 3-2 defeat to Manchester United.
Free Running Milan Thrills Kaká
(Soccer365.com) - AC Milan attack engine Kaká was over the moon after the club drilled AEK Athens at the San Siro to open their Champions League group slate.
Doll Impressed Despite CL Loss
(Soccer365.com) - Hamburg coach Thomas Doll was quite proud of his charges after a tough 2-1 Champions League loss at Arsenal that nearly saw them come back with 10 men.
Gourcuff Elated With Milan Debut
(Soccer365.com) - AC Milan starlet Yohan Gourcuff was on cloud nine after scoring a goal on his debut – a Champions League match, no less.
September 13, 2006
Capello Worries Over Chemistry
(Soccer365.com) - Real Madrid boss Fabio Capello believes his side will need the play without mistakes if they have any chance of beating Champions League nemesis Lyon at the Gerland on Wednesday night.
Doll Eager To Drop The Ball
(Soccer365.com) - Hamburg coach Thomas Doll says he and his players are itching to get their Champions League campaign underway against Arsenal on Wednesday night.
Maldini: Champions League Key
(Soccer365.com) - AC Milan skipper Paolo Maldini says the team are placing highest priority on winning their seventh Champions League crown this season.
No Captain: Henry out for Hamburg match
London, England (Sports Network) - Arsenal captain Thierry Henry will not dress for Wednesday's game against Hamburg due to a foot injury suffered in a Euro 2008 qualifying match last week.
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September 12, 2006
Figo Prepares For Different Game
(Soccer365.com) - Inter Milan winger Luis Figo knows their Champions League group opener at Sporting Lisbon will be shades apart from the friendly the two teams waged in the preseason.
Diarra Bracing For Lyon Return
(Soccer365.com) - Real Madrid summer catch Mahamadou Diarra can repeat his role as a member on the winning side when they open Champions League play at former club Lyon.
Shakhtar Target Roma Surprise
(Soccer365.com) - Shakhtar Donetsk strike sensation Elano Blumer says the club are intent on starting off well when they begin Champions League action with a visit to AS Roma.
Koeman Eyes More Liverpool Magic
(Soccer365.com) - PSV Eindhoven boss Ronald Koeman knows his team are up against it with Champions League visitors Liverpool.
Perotta: World Champs Must Lead
(Soccer365.com) - AS Roma midfielder Simone Perotta says that he and the club’s other World Cup 2006 winners – Daniele De Rossi and Francesco Totti – need to show the way when Champions League foes Shakhtar Donetsk come to town.
Valencia Will Test Us, Says Domi
(Soccer365.com) - Olympiakos defender Didier Domi has warned his teammates to demand their best display when they open Champions League group play against Spanish giants Valencia.
September 07, 2006
CSKA Aim To Make Return Splash
(Soccer365.com) - With great pedigree gained as 2005 UEFA Cup champions, CSKA Moscow chief Yevgeny Giner says the club are now intent on causing trouble in the second ever Champions League appearance.
August 23, 2006
Galliani: We Will Chase Ronaldo
(Soccer365.com) - With Champions League qualification in the bag, AC Milan vice president Adriano Galliani has confirmed that the club will pursue Real Madrid strike star Ronaldo.
August 02, 2006
Ancelotti: Bring On Qualifiers
(Soccer365.com) - AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti has vowed his side will not sleepwalk through their inconvenient Champions League qualifying tie.
May 19, 2006
News Conference Expected To Confirm Henry Deal
(Goal.com) - Arsenal have called a media conference for 1400 BST - where it is expected they will announce that Thierry Henry has signed a new four-year deal with the North London Premiership club.
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May 18, 2006
Henry fuming at referee
(Soccer365.com) - Arsenal striker Thierry Henry lashed out at referee Terje Hauge following the Gunners Champions League loss to Spanish Champs, Barcelona.
Champions League: Marquez achieves a new first
(Soccer365.com) - Rafael Marquez continues to climb new heights in Europe.
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CL Reaction: Belletti, Valdes, Deco And Giuly Have Their Say
(Goal.com) - Match-winner Belletti admitted that scoring was the last thing on his mind before the match, while Valdes thanked Rijkaard for showing confidence in him.
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May 17, 2006
Barcelona Wins Champions League Title
Barcelona overtook a 10-man Arsenal squad with two late second half strikes to become European club Champions, 2-1.
Champions League Final Preview: FC Barcelona - Arsenal
(Goal.com) - FC Barcelona and Arsenal both have something to prove when they meet in the Champions League final on Wednesday in a game that will showcase the world's two best players.
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May 15, 2006
Ronnie Eyes European Cup Dream
(Soccer365.com) - Ronaldinho looking for first European crown.
May 09, 2006
Van Nistelrooy Up For Sale – Report
(Goal.com) - Manchester United will allow Ruud van Nistelrooy to join the highest bidder, according to the Guardian.
May 04, 2006
Ronnie: Now for the CL trophy
(Soccer365.com) - The Brazilian superstar is on track to reach the goals he set out for himself when he joined the Catalan squad.
May 03, 2006
Spain: Eto`o eyes Milan
(Goal.com) - The Barcelona striker has been in contact with the Rossoneri.
May 02, 2006
Messi Recovery Slows A Bit
(Soccer365.com) - Barcelona attacker Lionel Messi will miss the Champions League final if participation jeopardizes his World Cup involvement.
April 28, 2006
Rafael Marquez hopes more countrymen will come to Europe
(Soccer365.com) - The most famous Mexican player in the world talks about his example to fellow players, his growth as a player, his contract, and a nagging knee injury.
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April 25, 2006
Lehmann sinks yellow submarine
Villarreal, Spain (Sports Network) - Jens Lehmann proved why he was selected as Germany's goalkeeper for the World Cup by blocking a late Villarreal penalty shot to ensure a scoreless draw and Arsenal a spot in the Champions League final match.
Champions League SF Showdowns: Destination Paris
(Goal.com) - Both tickets to the final of the 2006 UEFA Champions’ League will be punched this week as Europe’s best this season. Arsenal, Villarreal, AC Milan, and Barcelona take the last step toward making it to the showpiece event of the European season.
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April 20, 2006
Champions League: Arsenal 1, Villarreal 0
(Goal.com) - Kolo Toure's first half goal gave Arsenal a 1-0 victory in the first-leg of their Champions League semi-final against Villarreal. The Gunners found the Yellow Submarine hard to sink, as others have in this yea's competition have also found.
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April 18, 2006
Barcelona quiets Milan with 1-0 win
Milan, Italy (Sports Network) - Barcelona proved its worth in the UEFA Champions League semifinals Tuesday as Ludovic Giuly scored the game's only goal to hand AC Milan a 1-0 loss in the first-leg match at the San Siro.
Rijkaard Leads Confident Barça
(Soccer365.com) - Barcelona coach Frank Rijkaard has set the tone for his team by showing no fear for their Champions League semifinal opening trip to San Siro.
April 05, 2006
Champions League Semifinals are set
The Champions League number is down to four as Arsenal and Barcelona joined AC Milan and Villarreal in the European semi-finals.
April 04, 2006
Second-leg Champions League results
Two teams powered through to the Champions League semi-finals with victories this afternoon. The surprise: Only one was Italian.
Capello Unfazed By Selection Woes
(Soccer365.com) - Juventus boss Fabio Capello isn’t busy feeling sorry for himself despite adding Alessandro Del Piero to the list of names unavailable to him against Champions League guests Arsenal on Wednesday.
Zanetti – No More Goal Surprises
(Soccer365.com) - Inter Milan defender Javier Zanetti has demanded organization from the backline when they tackle Champions League hosts Villareal on Wednesday night.
March 30, 2006
Poll: Who will be eliminated?
Which big time European power is most likely to find itself out of Champions League play next week?
March 29, 2006
Martins seals victory for Inter
Milan, Italy (Sports Network) - Inter Milan substitute Obafemi Martins scored the game-winning goal to overcome Villarreal 2-1 Wednesday at Giuseppe Meazaa in the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinals.
We Will Continue Fight – Koeman
(Soccer365.com) - Benfica manager Ronald Koeman claims his Champions League underdogs weren’t finished with a competent scoreless home draw with Spanish giants Barcelona.
Rijkaard Gives Benfica Credit
(Soccer365.com) - Barcelona coach Frank Rijkaard has offered applause to the gritty Champions League performance of hosts Benfica on Tuesday night.
March 28, 2006
Arsenal guns down Juventus
London, England (Sports Network) - Strikes from Francesc Fabregas and Thierry Henry led Arsenal to a 2-0 victory over Serie A giant Juventus on Tuesday in the first leg of Champions League quarterfinal action.
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Malouda Eyes First CL Semifinal
(Soccer365.com) - Lyon winger Florent Malouda says he is tired of dropping out of the Champions League at the quarterfinal stage and expressed his faith that the French kings can topple AC Milan.
Capello Wary Of Highbury Trip
(Soccer365.com) - Aware that Juventus have struggled mightily in Champions League matches in England, coach Fabio Capello has instructed his side to watch out for an offensive Arsenal on Tuesday night.
March 15, 2006
Quarterfinals now set; Which club will raise the trophy?
The Champions League quarterfinals draw is now set. Defending champs Liverpool have been ousted, as have the top England club, Chelsea. So what are your picks for the semifinals and who will win it all later this year?
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