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Buriram’s run continues, Saudi duo shine

Thu, 23 May 2013 06:15:00 GMT

The AFC Champions League quarter-final line-up is now set after another dramatic week of action across Asia with Saudi clubs enjoying success, while Thai outsiders Buriram United have continued their astonishing ride.

Santa Fe edge towards last four, Flu stumble

Thu, 23 May 2013 04:43:00 GMT

Colombia's Santa Fe have one foot in the Copa Libertadores semi-finals after a 3-1 win at Real Garcilaso, while Brazilian champions Fluminense were held to a goalless home draw by Olimpia.

Dante: Dortmund are dangerous

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:39:59 GMT

As he readies himself for the biggest challenge of his career – Saturday’s UEFA Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund – Bayern Munich defender Dante spoke to FIFA.com.

Guangzhou, Kashiwa ease into quarters

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:19:00 GMT

Guangzhou Evergrande and Kashiwa Reysol, who both won their first legs, were again victorious over Central Coast Mariners and Jeonbuk Motors respectively, while Lekhwiya and Esteghlal also advanced.

Buriram continue dream run, FC Seoul advance

Tue, 21 May 2013 20:01:00 GMT

Preliminary round qualifiers Buriram United continued their stunning AFC Champions League run by edging Bunyodkor to reach the last eight, K League champions FC Seoul are also through on what was also a good night for Saudi clubs.

Hosts target Asia's last eight

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:03:00 GMT

Home sides are well placed going into the AFC Champions League Round of 16 return legs with only Bunyodkor suffering defeat on the road last week. All the action previewed.

Familiar kings Auckland do it the hard way

Mon, 20 May 2013 06:38:00 GMT

Auckland City may have achieved an unprecedented third successive crown but they had to fight off a variety of challengers to do so and triumph in the new-look OFC Champions League.

Auckland City again crowned Oceania kings

Sun, 19 May 2013 07:59:00 GMT

Auckland City have once again won through to the FIFA Club World Cup after claiming the OFC Champions League for the third year in succession following a 2-1 win over New Zealand champions Waitakere United.

History beckons in Oceania

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:34:00 GMT

This weekend’s OFC Champions League final is shaping as a classic encounter with holders Auckland City facing cross-town rivals Waitakere United in a meeting of the continent’s two most successful clubs.

Underdogs impress as giants stumble

Thu, 16 May 2013 06:51:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews opening action in the AFC Champions League Round of 16 with unheralded Buriram United and Lekhwiya well placed to advance at the expense of highly-fancied opposition.

Holders Corinthians eliminated by Boca

Thu, 16 May 2013 06:21:00 GMT

FIFA Club World Cup champions and reigning Copa Libertadores holders Corinthians have been eliminated from this year's competition by Argentinian giants Boca Juniors, while Newell's edged compatriots Velez Sarsfield.

Buriram continue dream run, Al Ahli claim advantage

Tue, 14 May 2013 23:46:00 GMT

Preliminary round qualifiers Buriram United continued their stunning form in the AFC Champions League with a 2-1 first-leg win over Bunyodkor, while 2012 finalists Al Ahli also have one foot in the last eight after a draw at El Jaish.

Cairo giants square off in CAF Champions League

Tue, 14 May 2013 18:26:00 GMT

The CAF Champions League group stage draw was held Tuesday in Cairo to determine the placement of the eight teams vying for the African club crown, and Cario rivals Al Ahly and Zamalek were both drawn into Group A.

Kiwi pair win through to decider

Mon, 13 May 2013 05:23:00 GMT

The OFC Champions League final will be contested between two sides from the same country for the first time after New Zealand champions Waitakere United and continental holders Auckland City both won through to next weekend’s decider.

Peruvians inflict cup shock on Nacional

Fri, 10 May 2013 04:11:00 GMT

The dream Copa Libertadores debut of Real Garcilaso has continued with the Peruvians stunning a star-studded Nacional and advancing into the quarter-finals on penalties.

Real Garcilaso, a newborn fairytale

Thu, 09 May 2013 08:34:00 GMT

Despite being two months shy of their fourth birthday, Real Garcilaso of Peru are doing the near unthinkable by challenging the South American elite in the Copa Libertadores. FIFA.com tracks their short life story.

Suazo stuns Tigres

Thu, 09 May 2013 06:21:00 GMT

Humberto Suazo scored the only goal as Monterrey edged the first leg of their Clausura play-off quarter-final against rivals Tigres, while Club America also secured a 1-0 win at Unam Pumas.

Monterrey break new ground with hat-trick

Mon, 06 May 2013 11:25:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the 2013 CONCACAF Champions League, in which Monterrey again beat compatriots Santos in the final to reach the FIFA Club World Cup for a third time in a row.

Egyptian duo advance amid thrills

Mon, 06 May 2013 06:04:00 GMT

Zamalek and Al Ahly were two of just three North African sides to advance to the group stage of the CAF Champions League after a dramatic weekend in the continent's biggest club competition.

Pressure is on in Africa

Fri, 03 May 2013 04:57:00 GMT

The weekend's return leg in the second round of qualifying for the CAF Champions League will determine which teams reach the group stage of Africa's biggest club competition, and some giants have a lot of work to do.

Rummenigge: Bayern are rewriting history

Thu, 02 May 2013 14:17:00 GMT

Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has insisted he is convinced Bayern Munich can do the treble and taken a dig at Borussia Dortmund, while Jupp Heynckes has admitted he never imagined they would thrash Barelona in such fashion.

Monterrey rally for regional hat-trick

Thu, 02 May 2013 05:22:00 GMT

Monterrey roared back from two goals down to beat fellow Mexican side Santos Laguna 4-2 to win the continental crown and book passage to a third consecutive FIFA Club World Cup.

Fallen giants and brave novices

Thu, 02 May 2013 03:25:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the final matchday in the AFC Champions League notable for Thai outfit Buriram United sealing an unlikely progression to the knockout stage, while a host of former winners saw their hopes evaporate.

Heynckes: Bayern better for Chelsea loss

Wed, 01 May 2013 23:31:00 GMT

Bayern Munich coach Jupp Heynckes says winning through to this year's UEFA Champions League final was 12 months in the planning, following on from last season's heart-breaking defeat against Chelsea.

Robben: It's time to win it now

Wed, 01 May 2013 22:53:00 GMT

Bayern Munich Arjen Robben says the German champions must now lift the UEFA Champions League crown after winning through to their third final in four years with a staggering 7-0 aggregate victory over Barcelona.

Buriram pip Vegalta to last-16 spot

Wed, 01 May 2013 14:12:00 GMT

Preliminary round qualifiers Buriram United drew 2-2 at FC Seoul to win through to the AFC Champions League knock-out stage after Vegalta Sendai were surprisingly beaten at home, while J.League giants Urawa Red Diamonds were also eliminated.

Tigre, Palmeiras take slim advantages

Wed, 01 May 2013 05:56:00 GMT

Argentinian side Tigre edged out Paraguayan giants Olimpia 2-1 to boost their hopes of reaching the quarter-finals of the Copa Libertadores, while Brazil's Palmeiras secured a goalless draw at Mexican champions Tijuana.

Monterrey draw on know-how for Santos duel

Wed, 01 May 2013 05:15:00 GMT

Monterrey enter the second leg of the CONCACAF Champions League final against Santos Laguna level at 0-0 and will look to draw inspiration from the previous two finals where Los Rayados emerged as continental champions.

Dortmund through despite Real rally

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 22:06:00 GMT

Borussia Dortmund withstood a late Real Madrid charge to win through to the UEFA Champions League with a 4-3 aggregate victory, despite suffering a 2-0 defeat in the Spanish capital.

Mariners, Beijing, Bunyodkor all through

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 14:38:00 GMT

Australia's Central Coast Mariners reached the AFC Champions League knock-out phase for the first time despite a 3-0 defeat by Kashiwa Reysol, while Uzbekistan's Bunyodkor and China's Beijing Guoan also advanced.

Sanchez: I have to seize this chance

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 14:17:00 GMT

In an exclusive interview, FIFA.com speaks to Santos Laguna goalkeeper Oswaldo Sanchez about his hopes of making a long-awaited appearance at the FIFA Club World Cup.

Mourinho: Germany's youth are high quality

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 06:49:00 GMT

Jose Mourinho has heaped praise on Borussia Dortmund and the state of German football as Real Madrid seek to overturn a 4-1 first-leg deficit against Jurgen Klopp's side in the UEFA Champions League semi-final.

Messi fitness key to Barcelona's hopes

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 02:22:00 GMT

Barcelona say the fitness and form of star attacker Lionel Messi is key if they are to overturn a 4-0 first-leg deficit against Bayern Munich in Wednesday's UEFA Champions League semi-final.

Spanish duo in need of miracles

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:08:00 GMT

Barcelona and Real Madrid have significant deficits to overcome at home to Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund respectively if they are to reach the Wembley final. FIFA.com previews the semi-final, second legs.

Last chance for former continental kings

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 06:52:00 GMT

FIFA.com previews the final group-stage matchday in the AFC Champions League with a host of former holders facing the exit door.

Mesut Ozil versus Mario Gotze in numbers

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Mesut Ozil and Mario Gotze are the creative No10s at their club sides. Ahead of the pair facing off in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final, FIFA.com takes a look at some of their standout statistics.

Ronaldo injury worry cools Real revival hope

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 04:02:00 GMT

Real Madrid are sweating on Cristiano Ronaldo's fitness after the Portuguese missed the derby against Atletico Madrid as the Spanish champions eye an unlikely comeback in their UEFA Champions League tie against Borussia Dortmund.

Stalemate for Mexican powers Monterrey, Santos

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 05:18:00 GMT

Ten-man Monterrey managed to draw Santos Laguna 0-0 on the road in the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions League final, inching Los Rayados closer to a third straight trip to the FIFA Club World Cup.

Mourinho: We can still reach final

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 22:50:00 GMT

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho believes it will take "a crazy night" at the Bernabeu to overcome a three-goal deficit and reach the UEFA Champions League final after their 4-1 semi-final defeat to Borussia Dortmund.

Lewandowski hits four as Dortmund demolish Real

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 22:03:00 GMT

A superb four-goal show from Robert Lewandowski earned Borussia Dortmund a 4-1 win at home to Real Madrid in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final.

Evergrande through, Urawa hope continues

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 14:58:00 GMT

Guangzhou Evergrande sealed progression to the AFC Champions League last-16 despite a 3-2 defeat to Urawa Red Diamonds, a result that keeps the victors in with a shout at progression themselves.

Miracle man Santana daring to dream

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 08:25:00 GMT

Felipe Santana, Borussia Dortmund's goal hero in their dramatic quarter-final win over Malaga, speaks to FIFA.com about his 'miracle man' reputation and tonight's semi-final against Real Madrid.

Familiar Mexico foes meet again

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 01:49:00 GMT

Two-time defending champions Monterrey and Santos Laguna meet in a replay of last year's CONCACAF Champions League final this week, with a place in the 2013 FIFA Club World Cup in Morocco on the line.

Muller keeps his feet on the ground

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 01:36:00 GMT

Despite bagging a brace in Bayern Munich's 4-0 UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg victory against Barcelona, Thomas Muller knows his side needs to remain alert when they travel to Camp Nou next week.

Kashiwa Reysol take top spot, Mariners move second

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 23:54:00 GMT

Kashiwa Reysol earned a point in their 1-1 draw against Guizhou Renze, which is all they needed to advance to the last 16 of the AFC Champions League, while Central Coast Mariners moved into second place in Group H with a 1-0 win at Suwon Bluewings.

No complacency from Robben

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 23:16:00 GMT

Following Bayern Munich's comprehensive 4-0 win against Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg, Arjen Robben reflected on his side's impressive performance but is keenly aware the German champions haven't reached the final at Wembley yet.

Brilliant Bayern batter Barça

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 21:51:00 GMT

Bayern Munich turned their Bundesliga dominance into UEFA Champions League brilliance with a 4-0 thrashing of La Liga champions-elect Barcelona. Thomas Muller's brace helped see the German champions to a historic win.

Mourinho: Real have to win the Champions League

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 18:37:00 GMT

Jose Mourinho has outlined the defensive mistakes Real Madrid made they last time they faced Borussia Dortmund and declared that nothing short of lifting the trophy at Wembley will do.

Xavi discusses Messi influence, Barça tactics

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:41:00 GMT

Xavi has outlined the influence of Lionel Messi and backed him to star against Bayern Munich, insisted Barcelona will attack in Germany and spoken about the importance of keeping possession.

Lahm: Bayern-Barça will be a football feast

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:46:00 GMT

Philipp Lahm has insisted Bayern Munich are not European chokers, discussed the influence of Lionel Messi and tipped their semi-final against Barcelona to be a thriller.

Germans aim to land first blow

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:10:00 GMT

Four previous winners of the UEFA Champions League meet in the first leg of their semi-finals this week, which both seeing a German side taking on Spanish opposition. But who will prevail?