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Draw has Barça cautious, Bayern pleased

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 17:09:00 GMT

Barcelona will not be taking Bayer Leverkusen lightly in the last 16 of the UEFA Champions League, while Real Madrid and Bayern Munich have said they are pleased with their draws in CSKA Moscow and Basel respectively.

Who will win the UEFA Champions League?

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 11:31:00 GMT

FIFA.com wants to know which team you think will be crowned European champions at the Allianz Arena in May 2012.

Milan-Arsenal, Napoli-Chelsea in last 16

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 11:24:00 GMT

AC Milan and Arsenal will do battle for a place in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals, while the draw for the Round of 16 also threw up Napoli-Chelsea, Bayer Leverkusen-Barcelona and CSKA Moscow-Real Madrid.

Tears, tragedies and triumphs

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 08:11:00 GMT

With the group stages decided and teams awaiting tomorrow's draw for the knockout rounds, FIFA.com takes the chance to relive the action with a run-down of the tournament so far in numbers.

Wisla profit as PSG, Fulham exit

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 22:51:00 GMT

Paris Saint-Germain and Fulham have both suffered surprisingly early exits from the UEFA Europa League, while the likes of Lazio, Twente, Wisla Krakow and Stoke City are through to the last 32.

King Lee, Boca glee & a long-avoided red

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 10:53:00 GMT

Lee Dong-Gook’s success at the annual K-League awards and the invincibility which propelled Boca Juniors to glory feature in FIFA.com's latest stats review, along with the unlikely dismissal of Javier Zanetti.

Trio progress on dramatic night

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 23:05:00 GMT

A breathtaking evening of UEFA Champions League action saw Chelsea, Marseille and Zenit St Petersburg advance to the Round of 16. FIFA.com recaps all the drama.

APOEL finish top despite Shakhtar loss

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 22:02:00 GMT

APOEL Nicosia suffered their first loss of this UEFA Champions League campaign, but despite falling to Shakhtar Donetsk 2-0 have qualified for the last 16 as Group G leaders.

Charalampidis: It's a massive surprise

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 08:17:00 GMT

Konstantinos Charalampidis reveals to FIFA.com his surprise at APOEL Nicosia’s surprise qualification for the last 16 in the UEFA Champions League, discusses how far they can go and Cyprus’s hopes of reaching Brazil 2014.

Seven spots still up for grabs

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 04:45:00 GMT

Sixteen clubs will enter the last round of UEFA Champions League group-stage action still dreaming of reaching the knockout phase, with seven places up for grabs on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Twente triumph, Schalke seal top spot

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:49:00 GMT

FC Twente beat Fulham 1-0 to leave the Premier League side with work to do in Group K, Schalke sealed first place in Group J, while Lokomotiv Moscow booked their place in the knockout stages.

Jovanovic: I'm the happiest man in the world

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 09:55:00 GMT

Ivan Jovanovic has said he is the "happiest man in the world" after coaching APOEL Nicosia to the last 16 of the UEFA Champions League, but he's not finished yet, targeting top spot with a result against Shakhtar Donetsk.

Historic Cypriots lead qualified trio

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 23:50:00 GMT

An intriguing night of UEFA Champions League action saw Arsenal, Bayer Leverkusen and APOEL Nicosia book their places in the last 16, while Porto and Valencia kept themselves in contention.

History for Cyprus, APOEL

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 19:26:00 GMT

APOEL Nicosia became the first Cypriot side to qualify for the knockout stage of the UEFA Champions League as they dug in for a goalless draw at Zenit St Petersburg.

APOEL target history in St Petersburg

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 13:38:00 GMT

APOEL Nicosia hope to cap off a fine UEFA Champions League group stage in St Petersburg tomorrow by sealing qualification against Zenit with only a point required to become the first Cypriot side to make the last 16.

Last 16 places ready to be claimed

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 06:57:00 GMT

Manchester City head to Naples, while Manchester United host Benfica as a handful of sides vie for passage to the Round of 16 on Matchday 5 of the UEFA Champions League.

Fletcher urges friendly focus

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 17:17:00 GMT

Scotland captain Darren Fletcher has said international friendlies will be important in their preparations for 2014 FIFA World Cup™ qualifying, and is not taking Cyprus lightly.

National service fuelling Charalambous fire

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 15:52:00 GMT

Defender Angelis Charalambous knew he was consigning himself to national service when he left Motherwell to return to Cyprus in the summer - but the move has paid off as he prepares to make his ful

Stevens makes frustrations clear

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 11:35:00 GMT

Schalke coach Huub Stevens was not at all pleased with his side's 0-0 UEFA Europa League draw with AEK Larnaca last night, and demanded an improvement in the Bundesliga this weekend.

APOEL beat Porto to stay perfect

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 21:53:00 GMT

Gustavo Manduca's last-minute winner meant APOEL Nicosia remained unbeaten at the top of Group G after their UEFA Champions League clash against FC Porto.

Surprise packages & a demolition derby

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 04:21:00 GMT

In our latest stats review, FIFA.com features goalscoring feats from Real Madrid, Kevin-Prince Boateng and Antonio Di Natale, an extraordinary day in Manchester and the end of a decade-long run in Armenia.

Stevens satisfied with sizzling Schalke

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 10:13:00 GMT

Schalke boss Huub Stevens was happy with his side after their 5-0 defeat of AEK Larnaca in Cyprus last night.

Udinese, Schalke stun as Fulham falter

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 23:31:00 GMT

Udinese scored two last-gasp goals to defeat Atletico Madrid, while Schalke ran out 5-0 winners over Steaua Bucharest, and ten-man Fulham lost 1-0 to Wisla Krakow in the UEFA Europa League.

APOEL peg-back Porto

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 22:30:00 GMT

Surprise packages APOEL Nicosia remained top in Group G as Ailton levelled the score after Hulk found the opener to seal a 1-1 draw with Porto in the UEFA Champions League.

APOEL stirring Cypriot dreams

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 07:21:00 GMT

As APOEL Nicosia prepare travel to FC Porto in the UEFA Champions League, FIFA.com takes a closer look at the Cypriots' unlikely rise to the summit of Group G.

The flawless, troubled and triumphant

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 17:01:00 GMT

With 240 matches played among nine qualifying groups, FIFA.com reviews the most memorable moments from the 13-month-long qualifying campaign for next summer's UEFA EURO 2012.

Norway denied despite victory

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 21:41:00 GMT

Norway recorded a 3-1 victory at home to Cyprus but it was not enough for Egil Olsen's side to edge out Portugal for a place in the UEFA EURO 2012 play-offs.

England join EURO elite

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 00:38:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews an exciting night of UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying action that saw England secure their place at next year’s finals, and Montenegro and Sweden confirm play-off berths.

Greece, Belgium push for qualification

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 23:36:00 GMT

Greece moved into pole position in UEFA EURO 2012 qualification Group F after beating fellow contenders Croatia 2-0, while Belgium beat Kazakhstan 4-1 to move into second in Group A at Turkey's expense.

Denmark take it to the wire

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 21:44:00 GMT

Denmark provided a convincing first-half display against Cyprus - scoring four times in 22 minutes - to bring their UEFA EURO 2012 qualification down to their final game with Portugal on Tuesday.

Atletico draw, Spurs, Schalke convince

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 23:11:00 GMT

Juanfran scored late to rescue a 1-1 UEFA Europa League draw for Atletico Madrid against Rennes, while Christian Fuchs' double helped Schalke to a 3-1 win over Maccabi Haifa, and Tottenham Hotspur beat Shamrock Rovers.

Shakhtar woes continue with APOEL draw

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 22:02:00 GMT

Shakhtar Donetsk's disappointing start to the UEFA Champions League group stage continued this evening as they were held to a draw by unfancied APOEL Nicosia in a match they dominated.

Lazio, Celtic struggle as Europa begins

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 21:00:00 GMT

Italian giants Lazio were fortunate to escape with a draw against Romanian side Vaslui in their opening UEFA Europa League clash while Celtic were beaten and Sporting Lisbon, PSV and Besiktas picked up wins.

Apoel recover to see off Zenit

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 22:21:00 GMT

Gustavo Manduca scored one and created another as Apoel scored twice within three second-half minutes to secure a 2-1 comeback win over Zenit in their Group G opener.

Futsal review: June-August

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 07:53:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews a busy period of activity in the world of Futsal which saw new club champions crowned in Asia and Europe's pathway to the 2012 FIFA Futsal World Cup laid out.

Germany book place, giants edge closer

Sat, 03 Sep 2011 00:47:00 GMT

Germany made sure of their place at UEFA EURO 2012 in emphatic style on Friday, while Italy, the Netherlands, France and England all moved a step closer to joining them.

Bento brushes off Carvalho exit

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 02:44:00 GMT

Portugal coach Paulo Bento says his team need to focus on collecting three points against Cyprus in their UEFA EURO 2012 qualifier and put aside Ricardo Carvalho's sudden international retirement.

Recalls for Portuguese pair

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 14:51:00 GMT

Paulo Bento has announced his Portugal squad for their UEFA EURO 2012 qualifier in Cyprus next month, with midfielders Miguel Veloso and Eliseu both earning recalls.

Tough draw for Barça, Bayern

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:16:00 GMT

Holders Barcelona were pitted against seven-time winners AC Milan in the draw for the 2011/12 UEFA Champions League group stages, Manchester United face Benfica, while Bayern Munich will meet Manchester City.

Arsenal set for kind Champions League draw

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 05:42:00 GMT

Despite only narrowly winning their way into the UEFA Champions League group stage, Arsenal will join the top seeds in today's draw which is based on the history of the participants.

Bayern, Villarreal glide into group stage

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 23:10:00 GMT

Bayern Munich and Villarreal saw off respective opponents FC Zurich and Odense, while Dinamo Zagreb narrowly edged Malmo to progress to the UEFA Champions League group stage.

Trio targeting top spot

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:28:00 GMT

The race for first place promises to be an enthralling tussle as Group E pits together three sides – Norway, Slovenia and Switzerland – in the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking top 30.

Stoke return victorious, Fulham draw

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 23:14:00 GMT

Stoke City enjoyed a victorious return to the UEFA Europa League, beating Hajduk Split 1-0 in their third qualifying round first leg, while Fulham drew 0-0 with RNK Split and Atletico Madrid defeated Stromsgodse.

Atletico dealt Norwegian Europa trip

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 17:11:00 GMT

Atletico Madrid will face Norwegian side Stromsgodset, who last appeared in the UEFA Cup 13 years ago, while Stoke City have been been paired against Hadjuk Split in the UEFA Europa League.

Benfica to face Trabz after UEFA draw

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 15:33:00 GMT

The draw for the UEFA Champions League has taken place, with a number of exciting ties being thrown up, including Benfica taking on Trabzonspor and Rubin Kazan facing national neighbours Dynamo Kiev.

Ronaldo expecting tough Norway test

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 14:31:00 GMT

Cristiano Ronaldo is expecting no easy ride when Norway arrive at the Estadio da Luz tomorrow evening, with the Portugal captain expecting a resolute defence as he aims to lead them to the top of Group H.

Who’ve been the stars of 2010/11?

Wed, 18 May 2011 10:09:00 GMT

FIFA.com wants to know which players have impressed you the most during the 2010/11 season across Europe.

EURO big guns closer to qualification

Sat, 26 Mar 2011 23:59:00 GMT

England and Germany stepped closer to UEFA EURO 2012 qualification with wins, while pressure mounted in Group B as Russia, Slovakia and the Repulic of Ireland moved into a three-way tie at the top.

Cyprus blow chances in Iceland draw

Sat, 26 Mar 2011 20:52:00 GMT

Iceland held Cyprus to a 0-0 draw, as Chryssis Michael had a penalty attempt saved and Konstantinos Makridis struck the post, blowing the Cyprus's chance at a first win in UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying.

Cruyff enjoying Larnaca adventure

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 08:07:00 GMT

Jordi Cruyff speaks to FIFA.com about his new role as Larnaca’s director of football, the Cypriot club’s success this season and his plans for their future.