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Denilson Ends Mariners Asian Run

Denilson Ends Mariners Asian Run

BRAZILIAN star Denilson has brought down the curtain on Central Coast Mariners' Asian campaign with a heartbreaking hat-trick to take the game 3-2. 5 May 2009
Pique Backs Barca to Triumph

Pique Backs Barca to Triumph

Gerard Pique is backing Barcelona's attack to come out on top in their battle against Chelsea's defence in the Champions League semi-final second leg. 5 May 2009
Train Adds to Strain for United

Train Adds to Strain for United

Lift-off for Manchester United's Champions League mission was delayed by a faulty train this afternoon - Sir Alex Ferguson will hope it is the only thing derailed as his team try to complete their journey to Rome. 5 May 2009
Fergie: Rooney Will Stay Cool

Fergie: Rooney Will Stay Cool

Sir Alex Ferguson has no intention of having one last word with Wayne Rooney to ensure his star striker's Champions League dream does not end in the shattering disappointment of suspension. 5 May 2009
Fabregas Has Eyes on Final

Fabregas Has Eyes on Final

Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas maintains the Gunners can prove their true worth by overcoming Manchester United's multi-million pound squad at Emirates Stadium to reach the Champions League final. 5 May 2009
Wenger Gunning for European Glory

Wenger Gunning for European Glory

Arsene Wenger has promised a "magnificent" team display by his Arsenal side at Emirates Stadium as they look to overturn a 1-0 deficit against Manchester United and reach the Champions League final. 5 May 2009
Seoul Rally for Sriwijaya Clash

Seoul Rally for Sriwijaya Clash

FC Seoul boss Senol Gunes conceded his side's chances of reaching the knockout stage of the Asian Champions League look slim but vowed to continue fighting over their final two Group F games. 5 May 2009
Kashima Forgets About Bluewings Defeat

Kashima Forgets About Bluewings Defeat

Kashima Antlers boss Oswaldo Oliveira insisted his side's 4-1 defeat at Suwon Bluewings will have no bearing on their return Asian Champions League clash at Kashima Soccer Stadium. 5 May 2009
Wenger Wants Players to Enjoy United Clash

Wenger Wants Players to Enjoy United Clash

Arsene Wenger has called on his Arsenal players to enjoy the crunch Champions League semi-final second leg against Manchester United and produce the performance needed to keep their European dream alive. 4 May 2009
Chelsea Reveal Wings of Desire

Chelsea Reveal Wings of Desire

Chelsea's wing wonders have revealed how the heartache of losing last year's Champions League final is driving them on to win the trophy this season. 4 May 2009
Fergie's Men Focused on Double

Fergie's Men Focused on Double

Manchester United will take nothing for granted as they close in on the dream of retaining their Barclays Premier League and Champions League titles. 4 May 2009
Evra Not Scared of Messi

Evra Not Scared of Messi

Patrice Evra has claimed he would relish the prospect of coming up against Barcelona star Lionel Messi. 1 May 2009
Toure: Gunners Must Do Better

Toure: Gunners Must Do Better

Kolo Toure accepts Arsenal will have to raise their game to another level if the Gunners are to beat Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium next week and book a place in the Champions League final. 1 May 2009
Ballack: We Want to Win Champions League

Ballack: We Want to Win Champions League

Michael Ballack is determined to erase the memory of last season's Champions League final defeat to Manchester United by lifting the trophy in Rome at the end of May. 30 Apr 2009
Fergie Hails Goal Hero O'Shea

Fergie Hails Goal Hero O'Shea

Sir Alex Ferguson hailed the efforts of his Mr Versatile John O'Shea after the Irishman put Manchester United in touching distance of another Champions League final. 30 Apr 2009
United Take The Advantage

United Take The Advantage

UNLIKELY hero John O'Shea gave Manchester United a priceless 1-0 lead to take into the second leg of their Champions League semi-final with Arsenal. 30 Apr 2009
Marquez Out for 10 Weeks

Marquez Out for 10 Weeks

Barcelona defender Rafael Marquez is set to be sidelined for up to 10 weeks with the knee injury he sustained during last night's Champions League clash with Chelsea. 29 Apr 2009
Barca Players Slam Negative Chelsea

Barca Players Slam Negative Chelsea

Barcelona's players rounded on what they deemed a negative and cynical Chelsea side following the teams' 0-0 draw in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final. 29 Apr 2009
Guardiola Upset By Chelsea Tactics

Guardiola Upset By Chelsea Tactics

Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola was frustrated by Chelsea's tactics and believes referees should come down harder on teams who concentrate on breaking up play with tactical fouls. 29 Apr 2009
Hiddink Hails 'Inspiring' Terry

Hiddink Hails 'Inspiring' Terry

Chelsea coach Guus Hiddink hailed captain John Terry as the inspiration behind his side's brilliant defensive performance in Barcelona. 29 Apr 2009
Wenger: Show Time for Gunners

Wenger: Show Time for Gunners

Arsene Wenger has challenged his talented young Arsenal players to demonstrate against Manchester United tomorrow they have finally fulfilled their potential. 29 Apr 2009