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Željezničar clinch Bosnian-Herzegovinian Cup
A week after winning the Premijer Liga title FK Željezničar completed the domestic double by lifting their fifth Bosnia-Herzegovinian Cup at the expense of NK Široki Brijeg.
Wed, 16 May 2012 22:10:00 GMT
Fenerbahçe's Turkish Cup wait comes to an end
Fenerbahçe SK routed Bursaspor 4-0 on Wednesday to win the Turkish Cup, a trophy "our club has been yearning to win for almost 30 years" according to goalscorer Alex.
Wed, 16 May 2012 21:31:00 GMT
Ludogorets clinch maiden Bulgarian Cup
PFC Ludogorets Razgrad kept their dream of an unprecedented double in their maiden top-flight campaign alive with a 2-1 win against PFC Lokomotiv Plovdiv 1936 in the Bulgarian Cup final.
Wed, 16 May 2012 21:20:00 GMT
Crvena zvezda recapture Serbian Cup
FK Crvena zvezda have chalked up their third Serbian Cup since the tournament's inception in 2006, following a routine 2-0 victory against FK Borac Čačak in Krusevac.
Wed, 16 May 2012 21:16:00 GMT
UEFA Champions Festival opens in Munich
Visitors wasted little time trying out a whole host of activities as the four-day UEFA Champions Festival, now in its eighth year, got under way in Munich's Olympiapark on Wednesday.
Wed, 16 May 2012 21:15:00 GMT
Bayern lure Hoffenheim goalkeeper Starke
"It's fantastic to be competing for trophies again, especially the Champions League," said goalkeeper Tom Starke after agreeing to join FC Bayern München from TSG 1899 Hoffenheim.
Wed, 16 May 2012 20:47:00 GMT
UEFA Grassroots Day celebrated around Europe
UEFA Grassroots Day has been marked in Munich and all over Europe with a series of especially arranged activities promoting the message that football is open to everyone.
Wed, 16 May 2012 19:50:00 GMT
Sagnol answers your Twitter questions
As the countdown to the UEFA Champions League final continues we put your Twitter questions to ex-FC Bayern München defender and UEFA Champions Festival ambassador Willy Sagnol.
Wed, 16 May 2012 19:24:00 GMT
Palmqvist ready to referee final
Sweden's Jenny Palmqvist, referee for Thursday's final between Olympique Lyonnais and 1. FFC Frankfurt, spoke to UEFA.com about the honour and how she prepares for such a game.
Wed, 16 May 2012 19:20:00 GMT
Coaches predict final to remember
The players of Olympique Lyonnais and 1. FFC Frankfurt have a chance to write Olympiastadion history as the venerable venue hosts Thursday's UEFA Women's Champions League final.
Wed, 16 May 2012 19:18:00 GMT
Shoot-out win secures successive Dutch crowns
Germany 1-1 Netherlands (Netherlands win 5-4 on pens)
Elton Acolatse scored an added-time equaliser for the Dutch, who then held their nerve in the shoot-out to win their second successive Under-17 title.
Wed, 16 May 2012 19:00:00 GMT
Ambrosini agrees to another year at Milan
AC Milan captain Massimo Ambrosini has agreed to take his Rossoneri career into a 17th campaign after signing a new deal that will prolong his San Siro stay until June 2013.
Wed, 16 May 2012 18:42:00 GMT
Hyundai-Kia unveil UEFA EURO 2012 fleet
Official automotive sponsor Hyundai-Kia have handed over the keys to the vehicles which will transport guests, officials and players at UEFA EURO 2012, including the 16 team buses.
Wed, 16 May 2012 18:40:00 GMT
Lyon striker Schelin in confident mood
"I think that we are kind of the favourites," Lotta Schelin told UEFA.com as Olympique Lyonnais prepare to defend their title against 1. FFC Frankfurt in Munich on Thursday.
Wed, 16 May 2012 18:31:00 GMT
Bartusiak predicts 'special' Frankfurt night
Saskia Bartusiak is sure 1. FFC Frankfurt can put their German Cup final loss behind them when they meet Olympique Lyonnais and is expecting a great Olympiastadion atmosphere.
Wed, 16 May 2012 17:16:00 GMT
Dalglish leaves Liverpool post
Liverpool FC have ended Kenny Dalglish's second spell as manager, chairman Tom Werner explaining: "To build on the progress already made, we need to make a change."
Wed, 16 May 2012 17:10:00 GMT
Olsen leaves three spaces in Denmark party
Denmark coach Morten Olsen has named a 20-man squad for UEFA EURO 2012, with the three remaining berths for next month's final tournament to be filled by 24 May at the latest.
Wed, 16 May 2012 15:45:00 GMT
Moscow memories stir former Chelsea boss Grant
Avram Grant, the manager the only other time Chelsea FC contested a UEFA Champions League final, says reaching the decider in 2008 is one of the proudest moments of his career.
Wed, 16 May 2012 14:43:00 GMT
Uncapped duo in, Ferdinand out for England
New England manager Roy Hodgson has included uncapped midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and goalkeeper John Ruddy in his 23-man finals squad, but there is no room for Rio Ferdinand.
Wed, 16 May 2012 14:08:00 GMT
Chelsea seek birthday treat for Čech
Petr Čech turns 30 on Sunday and is hoping to give himself "an early birthday present the day before" when Chelsea FC play in the UEFA Champions League final in Munich.
Wed, 16 May 2012 13:52:00 GMT
UEFA Champions Festival breaks digital ground
033 - UEFA takes Champions Festival to global football fan base through first-ever multi-channel digital activity
Wed, 16 May 2012 11:14:00 GMT
2012 UEFA Grassroots Day Awards announced
The 2012 UEFA Grassroots Day Awards have been revealed, with the best leaders, clubs and projects from around Europe recognised for their achievements in the grassroots game.
Wed, 16 May 2012 11:00:00 GMT
Patient Schumann ready to take her chance
On the bench for 1. FFC Turbine Potsdam in the last two finals, Desirée Schumann is set to start for 1. FFC Frankfurt on Thursday and has her sights set on an "immense opportunity".
Wed, 16 May 2012 09:50:00 GMT
Goretzka's guide to finalists Germany
A crazy keeper, a midfielder who "can run forever" and a DJ striker; captain Leon Goretzka talks UEFA.com through Germany's runners and riders ahead of today's final with the Netherlands.
Wed, 16 May 2012 09:20:00 GMT
Bayern emotions high ahead of 'home' final
Serious emotions are stirring for FC Bayern München ahead of Saturday's UEFA Champions League final, as Philipp Lahm, Arjen Robben and coach Jupp Heynckes laid bare for UEFA.com.
Wed, 16 May 2012 09:07:00 GMT