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Fri, Aug 30, 2024
Real Madrid, Liverpool to clash in Champions League

Liverpool were drawn on Thursday to face champions Real Madrid when they...

Thu, Aug 29, 2024
All about the new Champions League format...

The revamped Champions League will feature a tennis-style seeding system for...

Three Pak hockey players seek asylum in Europe, banned

The former Olympian acknowledged that while the PHF's financial situation was...

Fri, Aug 16, 2024
Record 34 spot kicks decide Ajax-Panathinaikos winner

Ajax keeper Remko Pasveer made five saves and scored on his own attempt to...

Thu, Jul 18, 2024
The Euro 2024 All Stars Team

Shailesh Karkera picks the Best Players at Euro 24.

Tue, Jul 16, 2024
Southgate quits as England manager after Euros defeat

Gareth Southgate took charge in 2016 and oversaw 102 games, leading the team...

The Highs, The Lows At Euro 2024

While the tournament saw the emergence of young stars, the usual suspects,...

Mon, Jul 15, 2024
'We did not keep the ball well enough'

England manager Gareth Southgate pointed at fatigue and injuries as a reason...

Spain's Euro glory built on selfless group mentality

Spain's path to European Championship success was forged the hard way thanks...

Euro PIX: It's Party Time in Spain!

Loud cheering could be heard in almost every corner of the country after...

Meet the 22-year-old behind Spain's Euro triumph

22-year-old Athletic Bilbao player Nico Williams, a major transfer target for...

PIX: Spain strike late to beat England and win Euro

Images from the Euro 2024 final between Spain and England at Berlin...

Sat, Jul 13, 2024
Spain and England's journeys to the Euro 2024 final

Spain and England have experienced very different journeys to Sunday's Euro...

Yamal spells out his birthday wish ahead of Euro final

Lamine Yamal has been breaking records since making his professional debut...

Fri, Jul 12, 2024
Can England Stun Scintillating Spain?

A preview of the Euro 2024 Final between England and Spain

Thu, Jul 11, 2024
Frenchman Letexier to officiate Euro 2024 final

Letexier will be joined at Sunday's final by French assistants Cyril Mugnier...

PIX: Watkins late strike fires England into Euro final

Images from the Euro 2024 semi-final between the Netherlands and England, at...

Wed, Jul 10, 2024
Spain's 16 YO silences doubters on way to Euros Final

Spanish teenager Yamal coy over 'dream come true' wonder strike

PICS: Spain beat France to make Euro 2024 final

Images from the Euro 2024 semi-final between Spain and France, at Munich...

Tue, Jul 9, 2024
Euro: Rice confident of England riding the momentum

England's attacking line has spluttered at Euro 2024, with Jude Bellingham...

Euro Semis: Underdog Dutch aim to outshine England

Stumbling England and Netherlands get shot at redemption

Euro semis: Spain and France rekindle rivalry

Spain v France, a knockout clash which usually leads to Euro triumph

Mon, Jul 8, 2024
James Anderson eyes final hurrah for England

The four remaining teams at the European Championship will take centre stage...

Sun, Jul 7, 2024
PIX: Muldur own goal sends Netherlands into Euro SF

Images from the Euro 2024 quarter-final between the Netherlands and Turkey,...

PIX: England in Euro semis after shooting-out Swiss

Images from the Euro 2024 quarter-final between England and Switzerland, at...

Sat, Jul 6, 2024
PIX: France oust Portugal on penalties; reach semis

Images from the Euro 2024 quarter-final between Portugal and France, at...

Fri, Jul 5, 2024
Euro 2024: Hosts Germany take on in-form Spain

Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann made two changes to his line-up with Jonathan...

Euro: Demiral banned for two games; Bellingham fined

In the latest of a slew of sanctions against participating countries for fan...

Turkey's Demiral to be suspended for wolf gesture?

Turkey defender Merih Demiral is to be banned for two games by UEFA following...

Wed, Jul 3, 2024
Euro 2024: A look at the figures from the Group Phase

With eight teams left in the tournament the numbers around Euro 2024 are...

Euro PIX: Demiral's goals put Turkey in quarter-finals

Images from the Euro 2024 Round of 16 match between Austria and Turkey, at...

Tue, Jul 2, 2024
Euro PIX: Malen brace as Dutch rout Romania, enter QF

Images from the Euro 2024 Round of 16 match between Romania and the...

Ronaldo announces farewell from Euro Championships

Cristiano Ronaldo, the legendary Portuguese footballer, has confirmed that...

Who's The Li'l Fella With Mbappe?

French football superstar Kylian Kylian Mbappe celebrated France's passage...

England footballers treated to Ed Sheeran performance

Sheeran also visited the England team ahead of the Euro 2020 final in London...

I Was At Rock Bottom: Ronaldo

'Sadness at the start is joy at the end. That's what football is. Moments,...

PICS: Tears, triumph for Ronaldo at Euro 2024

Despite being a model of longevity for more than two decades in an...

Euro PIX: Portugal shoot-out Slovenia to make last 8

Images from the Euro 2024 Round of 16 match between Portugal and Slovenia, at...

Mon, Jul 1, 2024
Euro PIX: Muani scores late as France beat Belgium

Images from the Euro 2024 Round of 16 match between France and Belgium, at...

Spain will win Euro 2024, says Georgia's 'keeper

The Georgians became one of the feel good stories of the tournament by...

Euro 2024: Southgate hails England's character

Southgate's rigidity around substitutions was the most glaring question,...

Euro PIX: Spain survive Georgia scare to reach last 8

Images from the Euro 2024 Round of 16 match between Spain and Georgia, at...

Sun, Jun 30, 2024
Spalletti lambasted by Italian media over Euros exit

Italy's media lambasted the country's soccer squad over their elimination...

PIX: Germany weather storm to beat Denmark, reach QF

Kai Havertz and Jamal Musiala's second-half goals sent Germany into the Euro...

PIX: Italy sent packing from Euro 2024 by Switzerland

Images from the Euro 2024 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Italy at...

Sat, Jun 29, 2024
Euro: Frenchman Maignan emerges from Lloris's shadow

'He is strong, he feels strong, he is a leader for the defence; we will need...

Once 'beaten' twice shy: Portugal face plucky Slovenia

The approach Slovenia are expected to take on Monday -- a disciplined, deep...

Thu, Jun 27, 2024
A good server lacking in set pieces at Euro 2024

'You play the percentages, and if it bounces the right way for you, something...

Euro '24: Battle lines drawn as 16 Teams vie for glory

Here is a quick guide to the eight games which get underway on Saturday.

France confident strikers will find goal in knockouts

Defensively, however, France conceded only a single goal -- a penalty to...

Euro PICS: Georgia stun Portugal, qualify for last 16

Images from the Euro 2024 Group F matches between Georgia and Portugal;...

Belgium held, but advance; Romania, Slovakia also thru

Images from the Euro 2024 Group E matches between Slovakia and Romania,...

Wed, Jun 26, 2024
Why Lewandowski Retook Penalty

Poland striker Robert Lewandowski scored from his second attempt from the...

Euro PIX: England top group; Slovenia reach last 16

Images from the Euro 2024 Group C match between England and Slovenia at...

Euro: Denmark in knock-outs after draw with Serbia

Denmark finished second in the group with Slovenia third, but both sides go...

Euro PIX: Austria down Dutch in a thriller!

Austria's aggressive and hard running approach propelled them into the...

Tue, Jun 25, 2024
Euro PICS: Mbappe scores but France held by Poland

Images from the Euro 2024 Group D match between France and Poland, at...

PIX: Spain oust Albania, complete perfect group stage

Images from the Euro 2024 Group B match between Albania and Spain, at...

PIX: Italy hold Croatia with late goal, enter last 16

Images from the Euro 2024 Group B match between Italy and Croatia at Leipzig...

Mon, Jun 24, 2024
PIX: Hungary score last-minute winner to oust Scots

Images from the Euro 2024 Group A match between Scotland and Hungary at...

PIX: Germany strike late to hold Swiss and top group

Images from the Euro 2024 Group A match between Switzerland and Germany, in...

Sun, Jun 23, 2024
Euro: What each team needs to do to reach last 16

Final positions in the six groups are still up for grabs which determine...

Euro 2024: Simple mistakes compound England's problems

Southgate had some concerning post-game comments, pointing to the players'...

Euro 2024: Belgium back on track with win over Romania

Youri Tielemans and Kevin De Bruyne gave Belgium a 2-0 win over Romania in an...

Euro 24: Portugal beat Turkey, finish as group winners

A defensive mix-up doubled their lead when Bayindir wandered out of his goal...

Sat, Jun 22, 2024
Georgia grab point vs Czechs after late penalty drama

Georgia hold Czechs to 1-1 draw

PICS: France, Netherlands in frenetic goalless draw

France and the Netherlands are level on four points at the top of the group...

PIX: Austria ease past Poland, renew knock-out hopes

Images from the Euro 2024 Group D match between Austria and Poland at Berlin...

Fri, Jun 21, 2024
Euro 24: Ukraine mount late comeback to beat Slovakia

Substitute Roman Yaremchuk kept Ukraine in Euro 2024 contention with a goal...

Euro 24: Can E. Coli bacteria predict match results?

When the Oracle at Delphi famously told Croesus, King of Lydia, that if he...

Fans find ways to enjoy Euros on the cheap!

Cost-conscious fans for whom budgets are tight but Euro 2024 is unmissable...

PIX: Own goal takes Spain past Italy into knock-outs

Riccardo Calafiori's second-half own goal earned dominant Spain a 1-0 victory...

Thu, Jun 20, 2024
Favourites held! England stunned by Denmark

England held by Denmark after Hjulmand stunner

Broken nose no barrier: Mbappe cleared to play

Masked Kylian Mbappe fit to face Netherlands

Jovic snatches late equaliser for Serbia vs Slovenia

Serbia's Jovic snatches late equaliser to salvage 1-1 draw with Slovenia

Euro PIX: Scotland stay alive with draw against Swiss

Images from the Euro 2024 Group A match between Scotland and Switzerland at...

Euro '24 PIX: Germany beat Hungary, make knock-outs

Images from the Euro 2024 Group A match between Germany and Hungary at...

Euro 2024: What's going wrong for Croatia?

Like a medieval army picking an elevated spot to engage in battle, Albania...

Wed, Jun 19, 2024
PIX: Albania strike late to hold Croatia in thriller

IMAGES from the Euro 2024 Group B match between Croatia and Albania at...

Spain, Italy set to spring surprise in fierce duel

It will be the fifth edition in a row that the two heavyweights have met head...

Euro PIX: Late goal gives Portugal win over Czechs

Images from the Euro 2024 Group F match between Portugal and the Czech...

Tue, Jun 18, 2024
Euro: Guler stunner helps Turkey to win over Georgia

IMAGES from the Euro 2024 Group F match played between Turkey and Georgia, at...

Euro 24: Watch Out For These Youngsters!

Several players across the continent are poised to make a name for themselves...

PIX: Mbappe breaks nose after collision at Euros

France captain Kylian Mbappe suffered a broken nose late on in his side's 1-0...

Handball or not? Inevitable controversy at Euro '24

Belgium will have no complaints about the first VAR decision to disallow a...

PIX: Own goal gives France victory over plucky Austria

Images from the Euro 2024 Group D match between France and Austria at...

Mon, Jun 17, 2024
France's Mbappe takes political stance at Euro

With France facing political turmoil, Mbappe used the pre-match press...

Romania stun Ukraine with first Euro win in 24 years

Romania's tight-knit defence denied Ukraine any real sniff at goal, helping...

Euro: Bellingham steals the show in England's win

Bellingham, who became the first European player to make an appearance at...

PIX: Bellingham header gives England win over Serbia

Images from the Euro 2024 Group C match between England and Serbia, at Arena...

Sun, Jun 16, 2024
Eriksen's fairytale Euro comeback spoilt by Slovenia

Eriksen's fairytale Euro comeback spoilt by Slovenia in 1-1 Euro draw

Weghorst makes coach eat humble pie with late winner

Wout Weghorst earned praise for his winning goal in their European...

Ronaldo aims for Euro glory in potential farewell

Ronaldo faces Schick in battle of top marksmen from last Euros

Euro 2024: Late drama as Weghorst secures Dutch win

Weghorst winner gives Dutch late victory over Poland

Shots fired! Police subdue threat at Euro fan parade

Hamburg police fire shots at axe-wielding person at Euro 2024 fan parade

Italy need to be tidier, meaner against Spain: Coach

'There are a number of things we still have to improve because we thought we...

PICS: Italy see off Albania after record early goal

Italy recovered from the shock of conceding the fastest goal ever scored at a...

Modric era ends? Spain's pace downs Croatia

Spain's 'vertical football' too much for ageing Croatia

Sat, Jun 15, 2024
Euro 2024: Spain outclass Croatia in opener

The Spaniards, looking for a record fourth Euro crown, struck twice in three...

Lamine Yamal: Spain's boy wonder at the Euros!

Yamal, who at kick-off was 16 years and 338 days old, comfortably beats the...

Euro 24: Switzerland outclass Hungary with 3-1 win

Switzerland got their Euro 2024 campaign off to a flying start with a...

Euro 2024: Familiar foes Denmark, Slovenia meet again

Denmark take on Slovenia in their opening Group C encounter at Euro 2024 in...

Euro 2024: Can Romania tame Ukraine?

Romania face tough test against experienced and motivated Ukraine

Attention to detail will be key against Spain: Modric

The clash marks the fourth time the Croatia and Spain have met at the Euros.

German legend Beckenbauer honoured at Euro opening

Beckenbauer, who died in January aged 78, captained West Germany to European...

Stones fit for England's Euro opener

The 30-year-old has said he did not suffer any serious injuries and has...

Coach hails Germany's unity after biggest Euro win

Musiala, named man of the match, said the high score had given Germany self...

ALL You Need To Know About Euro 2024

Germany expects 2.7 million people to attend matches in stadiums across the...

Euro '24 PIX: Germany hand Scotland nightmare start

Images from the Euro 2024 Group A match between Germany and Scotland at the...

Fri, Jun 14, 2024
Check out Euro 2024 schedule

The European Championship 2024 begins on June 15. Find everything to know...

PIX: Fans flood Munich ahead of Euro 2024 kick-off

Scottish fans clad in kilts have dominated central Munich for the last few...

England's depleted defence to be tested against Serbia

The patched-up backline will come up against an erratic Serbia with an...

Denmark fans reminded of passports for Euro 2024

The temporary border controls would remain in place until July 19

Thu, Jun 13, 2024
Germany warns of terrorist threat ahead at EURO 2024

Germany expects 2.7 million people to attend matches in stadiums across the...

EURO: Oracle orangutan backs Germany to win opener

The tournament starts on Friday in Munich, and Germany will start as strong...

Wed, Jun 12, 2024
Germany-Scotland kick-off Euro 2024 party!

Germany are banking on a mix of hugely talented young players, including...

Holidaying Maatsen gets last minute call-up for Euros

Uncapped Ian Maatsen was holidaying on a yacht off Mykonos when he got a call...

Tue, Jun 11, 2024
800 euros to watch Ronaldo's training session!

6,000 free tickets for Friday's training session were snapped up in a few...

Sun, Jun 9, 2024
England's Shaw unlikely to play Euro C'ships opener

'I would love to make the first game, but I don't want to rush too quickly...

Fri, Jun 7, 2024
Young talents miss out as Belgium finalise Euros squad

Tedesco confirmed that Bundesliga-based Koen Casteels will be the...

Barca wonderkid Cubarsi out of Spain's Euro squad!

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente left Barcelona's 17-year-old defender Pau...

Southgate excited by 'different look' England squad

Gareth Southgate said he is confident that fans will come to be captivated by...

Wed, Jun 5, 2024
One in four Germans uninterested in Euro 2024

Germans have no interest in the upcoming Euro 2024 hosted by their country

Euro '24: Germany desperate to reclaim lost glory

Germany, once the undisputed kings of European football, enter Euro 2024 with...

War-torn Ukraine seeks solace in Euros

Ukraine will face Belgium, Romania and Slovakia in Group E. Although the...

Portugal talisman Ronaldo chasing more Euro glory

Having scored 10 goals in the last 12 games with Portugal and 42 in 41...

Tue, Jun 4, 2024
France head into Euros with injury woes and poor form

A closer look reveals a team riddled with selection issues courtesy of a...

Mon, Jun 3, 2024
Fans chant 'Toni, stay' as Real parade UCL trophy

After a long night of celebrations, the team arrived in Madrid early on...

Thu, May 23, 2024
Atalanta slay Leverkusen to claim Europa League glory

Atalanta beat Bayer Leverkusen 3-0 in the Europa League final

Tue, May 21, 2024
Ronaldo, Pepe to help fuel Portugal's Euro dream

Nine players from the Premier League have been called up including Ruben...

No Rashford in England's provisional Euro 2024 squad

While England boast a formidable attacking threat, there are concerns about...

Fri, May 17, 2024
Hockey: New skipper Salima ready for European leg

Indian women's hockey team's new captain Salima Tete hopes to utilise the...

Tue, May 14, 2024
How hosting Euro 2024 could impact Germany's economy

An overview of how the tournament could give it a welcome boost...

Thu, May 9, 2024
Hockey: India name 24-member squad for Europe leg

Harmanpreet Singh will lead a 24-member Indian squad in the Europe leg of the...

Mon, May 6, 2024
Guardiola tips England to win Euro 2024

England are grouped with Slovenia, Denmark and Serbia at Euro 2024 in...

Sun, May 5, 2024
PICS: Liverpool back on track with win over Spurs

A summary of Sunday's action in the Premier League.

Fri, May 3, 2024
PIX: Leverkusen win at Roma; Marseille held at home

IMAGES from the Europa League semifinal matches played on Thursday.

Fri, Apr 19, 2024
PIX: Liverpool eliminated; Roma oust Milan

Summary of the Europa League semi-final matches played on Thursday.

Wed, Apr 17, 2024
'The referee's performance was a disaster'

Xavi furious at referee as Barcelona knocked out by PSG

Tue, Apr 2, 2024
Germany's kit sparks outrage for hidden Nazi reference

Number 44 on Germany jerseys to be redesigned over Nazi symbolism

Wed, Mar 27, 2024
War-torn Ukraine qualifies for Euros in emotional win

Jubilant Ukraine reach Euro 2024 finals with Iceland win

Fri, Mar 22, 2024
PIX: Wales one win from Euro 2024; Greece in playoffs

IMAGES from the Euro 2024 qualifiers played on Thursday night

Fri, Mar 15, 2024
Europa League quarters: Liverpool to face Atalanta

The other semi-final will see an Italian side, Milan or Roma, come up against...

Champions League quarterfinal draw is out...

The quarter-final draw was the last in the current format with UEFA adopting...

PIX: Liverpool thrash Sparta; Leverkusen, Milan win

Liverpool hammered Sparta Prague 6-1 on Thursday to storm into the Europa...

Fri, Mar 8, 2024
PIX: Liverpool thrash Sparta; Roma down Brighton

An early penalty by Alexis Mac Allister and a Darwin Nunez brace helped...

Fri, Feb 23, 2024
Liverpool's Europa challenge revealed

Liverpool draw Sparta Prague in Europa League last 16

Mon, Jan 22, 2024
PIX: Barca snatch 4-2 win at Betis

Juventus climb to top of Serie A with win over Lecce

Fri, Dec 15, 2023
Europa League PIX: Roma finish second in group

Rennes denied late Europa League equaliser due to little-known rule

Wed, Dec 13, 2023
Man United's European dream shattered

Man United out of Europe after 1-0 home loss to Bayern Munich

Sat, Dec 2, 2023
Euro 2024: Germany to start campaign vs Scotland

The Germans, three-times winners, will kick off the one-month tournament in...

Fri, Dec 1, 2023
Europa League PIX: Big win for Liverpool

IMAGES from the Europa League matches played on Thursday.

Wed, Nov 29, 2023
Another record for Man City's unstoppable Haaland

'We love him, not just for the goals he scores, but for many many other things.'

Tue, Nov 28, 2023
'I'm handsome, I seduce my players and we do it'

Manchester City will return to action in the UEFA Champions League on...

Mon, Nov 27, 2023
Champions League: We need the fans, says Xavi

PSG's Champions League tie with Newcastle is like a final, says Luis Enrique

Wed, Nov 22, 2023
Euro qualifiers: Romania clinch top spot; France held

IMAGES from the Euro 2024 qualifiers played on Tuesday.

Tue, Nov 21, 2023
Italy qualify for Euro 2024; England held to draw

Italy qualified for Euro 2024 after drawing 0-0 against Ukraine in their...

Sun, Nov 19, 2023
Euro Qualifiers: France down Gibraltar; Dutch qualify

The 2024 European Championship will be held in Germany from June 14-July 14....

Sat, Nov 18, 2023
PIX: Denmark book Euro berth; England seal top spot

Images from the Euro 2024 qualifying matches on Friday.

Fri, Nov 10, 2023
Europa League: Liverpool stunned by Toulouse

Brighton secured their second victory of the competition with a comfortable...

Fri, Oct 27, 2023
Europa League: Big win for Liverpool

Jose Mourinho's side top Group G with a maximum nine points, three clear of...

Wed, Oct 18, 2023
Kane's double takes England to Euro 2024 in style

Harry Kane scored a brace as a Jude Bellingham-inspired England came from...

Tue, Oct 17, 2023
Austria seal Euro place as Belgium-Sweden abandoned

Sweden missed out on the finals for the first time in 28 years on a night in...

Mon, Oct 16, 2023
Gavi powers Spain to Euro 2024

Spain secured a place at Euro 2024 after Gavi's second-half goal was enough...

Sun, Oct 15, 2023
Italy, Hungary, Denmark keep Euro hopes alive

A summary of Saturday's action in the 2024 UEFA European Football...

Wed, Oct 11, 2023
What's Rishi Sunak doing with Harry Kane?

Rishi Sunak celebrated the United Kingdom being named as hosts of the 2028...

UK and Ireland to host Euro 2028

Euro 2028 will be the largest major sporting event the UK and Ireland have...

Thu, Oct 5, 2023
UCL PIX: Newcastle stun PSG; Man City, Barcelona win

A round-up of Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League

Mon, Oct 2, 2023
Fleetwood secures Ryder Cup for Europe

Europe resisted a fierce American fightback to secure the four points...

Fri, Sep 22, 2023
PIX: Liverpool rally to beat LASK; West Ham win

Liverpool overcame an early scare and came from a goal down to claim a 3-1...

Thu, Sep 21, 2023
PICS: Bayern beat Manchester Utd; Arsenal thrash PSV

A summary of the UEFA Champions League Group Stage action, on Wednesday.

Wed, Sep 20, 2023
Champions League PIX: Man City, Barca score big wins

A summary of the opening day's action in the UEFA Champions league on Tuesday.

PICS: Goalkeeper heads home injury-time equaliser

Goalkeeper Ivan Provedel scored in the dying moments of the Champions League...

Tue, Sep 19, 2023
Newcastle fan stabbed ahead of Champions League match

The back wound was the most serious but the victim is expected to be released...

Mon, Sep 18, 2023
European soccer: Real Madrid rally; Big win for Roma

IMAGES from the soccer matches played across European leagues over the weekend.

Sun, Sep 10, 2023
Euro qualifiers: England, Italy held; Belgium lucky

A summary of Saturday's action in the Euro 2024 qualifying matches.

Fri, Sep 1, 2023
Europa League: Liverpool handed favourable draw

Liverpool will take on LASK, Union Saint-Gilloise and Toulouse in the Europa...

Haaland wins UEFA award; Wiegman's shoutout to Spain

Norwegian Haaland beat his team mate Kevin De Bruyne and 2022 World Cup...

Tue, Aug 22, 2023
European Soccer: Arsenal celebrate big after win

Arsenal's bench celebrated Monday's 1-0 win at Crystal Palace as if it was...

Thu, Aug 17, 2023
World C'ships set for grand comeback to Europe

Forty years after its first edition, the world athletics championships get...

Sat, Jul 29, 2023
No European competition for Juventus next season?

Juventus will not play in Europe next season after being banned over breaches...

Tue, Jul 18, 2023
Ronaldo closes door on Europe return

Cristiano Ronaldo said there is no chance of him playing club football in...

Sun, Jun 25, 2023
Diksha wins second Ladies European Tour Event title

The 22-year-old Indian was steady throughout Sunday just as she had been all...

Tue, Jun 20, 2023
Euro qualifiers: Record for Mbappe, Saka hits treble

Mihaila late show for Romania stuns Swiss in thrilling draw

Sun, Jun 18, 2023
PIX: Portugal's Fernandes shines; Austria hold Belgium

A summary of the Euro 2024 qualification matches played on Saturday.

Wed, Jun 14, 2023
Germany's Chancellor marks Euro 2024 countdown

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz marked the start of the one-year countdown...

Thu, Jun 8, 2023
Man City on cusp of European coronation, but ...

Now only Inter stand in the way of a treble that would match Manchester...

Thu, Jun 1, 2023
PIX: Sevilla win seventh Europa League crown

Sevilla maintained their incredible record in the competition after an...

Fri, May 19, 2023
Mourinho's Roma to face Sevilla in Europa League final

Sevilla will bid for a record-extending seventh Europa League title when they...

Fri, May 12, 2023
PIX: Juventus draw with Sevilla; Roma, Basel win

Images from the Europa League semi-final first leg matches on Thursday.

Thu, Apr 27, 2023
European soccer PIX: Barca stunned by Rayo Vallecano

Atletico celebrate anniversary with 3-1 comeback win over Mallorca

Fri, Apr 21, 2023
Europa PIX: Sevilla stun Man Utd; Roma, Juve progress

Europa League kings Sevilla breezed past Manchester United into the...

Sun, Mar 26, 2023
Euro qualifiers: Spain make winning start; Wales held

Spain's late substitute Joselu struck two quick-fire goals on his debut to...

Fri, Mar 24, 2023
Euro 2024: Ronaldo makes history; Kane breaks record

Cristiano Ronaldo tucked away a penalty and slammed home a free kick as he...

Mon, Mar 20, 2023
Soccer: Rashford to miss England's Euro qualifiers

Araujo to miss Uruguay friendlies due to thigh injury

Fri, Mar 17, 2023
Europa League: Sporting stun Arsenal; United into QFs

The teams finished level at 3-3 on aggregate in the tie but the Lisbon club...

Tue, Mar 14, 2023
Real Madrid to go on offensive against Liverpool

"The result of the first leg, in this aspect, puts us a little in doubt. We...

Tue, Mar 7, 2023
UEFA to refund Liverpool fans after CL final chaos

The final was delayed by 36 minutes after thousands of Liverpool supporters...

Fri, Feb 24, 2023
Europa League: Man United meet Real Betis in last-16

Arsenal sailed through the Europa League group stages, winning five of their...

Europa League: PSV fan attacks Sevilla keeper

PSV fan assaulted Sevilla goalkeeper Marko Dmitrovic, punching him in the...

Barcelona dumped out of Europe again

Barcelona have reached the semis only once since winning the Champions League...

Tue, Feb 14, 2023
What went wrong at Champions League final in Paris

UEFA apologised to Liverpool for initially blaming the Merseyside club's fans...

Thu, Dec 1, 2022
FIFA WC: Africa needs parity with Europe for berths

"It's very difficult for us, the probability for us to proceed is lower than...

Mon, Nov 7, 2022
Europa League: Barca face Man U in blockbuster play-offs

The first legs of the ties will take place on February 16, with the return...

Wed, Nov 2, 2022
PICS: Spurs win group; Liverpool finish behind Napoli

A round-up of Tuesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Fri, Oct 28, 2022
PIX: Man Utd, PSV Eindhoven in Europa knock-outs

Cristiano Ronaldo scored on his return to the starting line-up as Manchester...

Mon, Oct 24, 2022
Senegal bank on Europe stars to bolster FIFA WC crusade

Senegal's best World Cup performance was its debut in 2002 when it beat...

Fri, Oct 14, 2022
PIX: United, Arsenal script wins; Mourinho's Roma lose

IMAGES from the Europa League matches played on Thursday.

Thu, Oct 13, 2022
PIX: Salah 'tricks'; Bayern, Club Brugge in last 16

A round-up of Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Wed, Oct 12, 2022
PHOTOS: Man City, Real Madrid held but make last 16

A round-up of Tuesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Fri, Oct 7, 2022
Europa League: United win; fireworks halt Berlin game

Rashford scores a brace as Man United fight back to beat Omonia

Wed, Oct 5, 2022
PIX: Liverpool cruise; Barcelona, Atletico stunned

A round-up of Tuesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Sun, Sep 25, 2022
Nations League PIX: Portugal cruise, Spain shocked

A summary of Saturday's action in the UEFA Nations League.

Sat, Sep 24, 2022
Nations League: Hungary pip Germany; England relegated

A summary of Friday's action in the UEFA Nations League.

Thu, Sep 15, 2022
PIX: Haaland gives Man City late winner; Chelsea held

A round-up of Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Wed, Sep 14, 2022
PICS: Liverpool down Ajax; Bayern sink Barcelona

A round-up of Tuesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Mon, Sep 12, 2022
Arsenal-PSV Europa match postponed

However, the EFL, which manages the three divisions below the Premier League,...

Fri, Sep 9, 2022
Europa PIX: Man United lose to Sociedad, Arsenal win

Manchester United kicked off their Europa League campaign poorly, losing 0-1...

Wed, Sep 7, 2022
PICS: Haaland hoists Manchester City; Chelsea lose

A round-up of Tuesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Fri, Aug 26, 2022
PIX: Benzema UEFA player of year; Ancelotti best coach

Real Madrid's Karim Benzema was in red-hot form, scoring 15 times in the...

Mon, Aug 22, 2022
PIX: Big wins for Barca, PSG

IMAGES from the football matches played across Europe on Sunday.

Fri, Aug 19, 2022
Meet the first Indian to play in Women's UCL

The 20-year-old was the fourth Indian woman footballer to sign for an...

Fri, Aug 12, 2022
Benzema, Courtois, De Bruyne vie for UEFA honour

Benzema and Courtois helped Real seal a record 14th European title last...

Thu, Aug 11, 2022
PIX: Real beat Eintracht to win fifth UEFA Super Cup

Champions League winners Real Madrid outclassed Eintracht Frankfurt 2-0 on...

Mon, Aug 1, 2022
PIX: New era beckons England Lionesses after Euro glory

An extra-time strike from forward Chloe Kelly gave England a 2-1 win over...

England clinch Women's Euro with win over Germany

England forward Chloe Kelly reacted quickest to a loose ball from a corner...

Sun, Jul 10, 2022
Women's Euros PICS: Netherlands, Sweden share spoils

Images from the Women's European Football Championship matches in England on...

Sat, Jul 9, 2022
Women's Euros PICS: Germany, Spain score big wins

Germany's bid to win a record ninth European Championship got off to an...

Mon, Jun 13, 2022
Nations League PIX: Switzerland stun Portugal

IMAGES from the UEFA Nations League matches played on Sunday.

Tue, Jun 7, 2022
Europe's 1st major soccer club to join crypto wagon

Fan tokens are a type of cryptocurrency that allow holders to vote

Tue, May 31, 2022
Benzema deserves to win Ballon d'Or, says Messi

Di Maria to retire from international soccer after World Cup

Sun, May 29, 2022
Vinicius Jr: A diamond in the rough, cut to perfection

With his calm guidance, Ancelotti gave Vinicius the confidence he needed to...

PIX: Ancelotti's 'winning culture' delivers for Real

A 'winning culture' may be one of the most over used terms in modern football...

Fri, May 27, 2022
Key stats: Liverpool v Real Madrid Champions final

The two teams have met eight times in the European Cup, with Real winning...

Wed, May 25, 2022
Roma's Mourinho aims to complete unique European haul

Mourinho, who has won the Champions League, Europa League and the UEFA Cup,...

Thu, May 19, 2022
PIX: Eintracht Frankfurt are Europa League champions!

Eintracht Frankfurt won the Europa League final after holding their nerve to...

Wed, May 11, 2022
Champions League: Four more slots from 2024-25 season

UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin said they were committed to "qualification...

Mon, May 9, 2022
Camila Cabello to perform at Champions League final

England's Liverpool FC and Spanish champions Real Madrid will face off in the...

Fri, May 6, 2022
Europa: Rangers roar into final, to face Eintracht

Eintracht Frankfurt beat 10-man West Ham United 1-0 in their Europa League...

Tue, May 3, 2022
UEFA bans Russian National soccer team, clubs

Russia's bid to host the Euro 2028 or the Euro 2032 tournaments have also...

Sun, May 1, 2022
Marin wins European Championships after injury lay-off

Three-time World champion Carolina Marin clinched the European Championships...

Wed, Apr 27, 2022
PIX: Man City beat Real Madrid in seven-goal thriller

Manchester City will take a 4-3 lead into the second leg of their Champions...

Fri, Apr 15, 2022
PIX: Eintracht stun Barca; West Ham, Rangers in semis

A summary of Thursday's second leg quarter-final matches in the Europa League.

Fri, Apr 8, 2022
Europa League: Torres rescues Barcelona, West Ham draw

Barcelona were shaken up by Eintracht Frankfurt but took a first step in...

Thu, Apr 7, 2022
PIX: Real Madrid whip Chelsea, Villarreal stun Bayern

Karim Benzema's hat-trick earned Real Madrid a 3-1 win at reigning European...

Wed, Apr 6, 2022
PIX: Manchester City, Liverpool win first leg quarters

Manchester City took a slender lead from the first leg of their Champions...

Wed, Mar 30, 2022
Eriksen marks emotional return to Parken Stadium

Eriksen scored a brilliant goal as he made a triumphant return to the Parken...

Fri, Mar 18, 2022
Europa League: Barca, West Ham in quarter-finals

Rangers joined Barca in the last eight despite losing 2-1 at Red Star...

Wed, Mar 16, 2022
Ukraine crisis: Real Madrid to donate 1m euros

Olympic medallist who fled Belarus forced into exile again as Ukraine attacked

Tue, Mar 15, 2022
CAS upholds UEFA ban on Russian football teams

Soccer governing bodies FIFA and UEFA had decided together that all Russian...

Fri, Mar 11, 2022
Europa: Barcelona held; Rangers outclass Red Star

Barcelona were held to a 0-0 home draw by Galatasaray in the first leg of...

Fri, Mar 4, 2022
Russia to appeal to CAS over FIFA, UEFA suspensions

Russia were scheduled to host Poland in a men's World Cup qualifying playoff...

Mon, Feb 28, 2022
FIFA, UEFA suspend Russia from all competitions

'Football is in full solidarity with all the people affected in Ukraine. Both...

Fri, Feb 25, 2022
UEFA moves Champions League final from Russia

The Champions League final was set to be staged at Zenit St Petersburg's...

Barca to face Galatasaray in Europa League last 16

Barcelona will face a struggling Galatasaray team who are 13th in the Turkish...

Europa League: Barca hammer Napoli, Atalanta cruise

IMAGES from Europa League matches played on Thursday.

Thu, Feb 24, 2022
Soccer to F1, Russia stands to lose after invasion

Russia's invasion of Ukraine was condemned by the sporting community on...

Champions League: Man U draw at Atletico; Benfica held

IMAGES from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Wednesday.

Fri, Feb 18, 2022
'Angry' Xavi rues missed chances as Barca draw

'I think that the only thing that we lacked was to convert the chances. We...

Mon, Dec 20, 2021
Spurs knocked out of Europa Conference League

The match was called off a day before the fixture after Spurs manager Antonio...

Mon, Dec 13, 2021
PSG clash with Real in new Champions League draw

Man United were mistakenly drawn with Villarreal, even though both teams had...

Europa: Barca to face Napoli in knockout playoffs

In the third-tier Europa Conference League, English Premier League club...

UEFA to redo Champions League last 16 draw after error

Manchester United were mistakenly drawn with Villarreal, even though both...

Fri, Dec 10, 2021
PIX: Napoli knock Leicester out of Europa League

Action from Europa League matches played on Thursday.

Fri, Nov 26, 2021
Europa: Tottenham shocked; Leicester keep hopes alive

Images from action in the Europa League matches on Thursday.

Thu, Nov 4, 2021
PIX: Liverpool in last 16; Manchester City on course

Images from Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Fri, Oct 22, 2021
Europa League: West Ham, Napoli record wins

Napoli kept alive their hopes of advancing from Group C after Lorenzo...

Sun, Oct 10, 2021
WC qualifiers: England, Poland score big wins

A summary of Saturday's UEFA World Cup qualifiers.

Fri, Oct 1, 2021
Europa League: West Ham win; Leicester, Napoli falter

Images from Europa League matches played on Thursday.

Mon, Sep 27, 2021
PIX: Team Europe win fourth consecutive Laver Cup

Andrey Rublev and Alexander Zverev clinched the Laver Cup for Team Europe...

Thu, Sep 23, 2021
UEFA urges FIFA to stop pushing World Cup plan

European football's governing body UEFA has urged FIFA to stop pushing its...

Fri, Sep 17, 2021
Europa PIX: West Ham sink Dinamo; Betis edge Celtic

A summary of Thursday's matches in the Europa League.

Wed, Sep 8, 2021
And the most expensive squad in Europe is...

Manchester City continue to boast of the costliest squad among all clubs in...

Fri, Aug 27, 2021
Jorginho, Putellas win UEFA Player of the Year awards

Chelsea's Thomas Tuechel was voted men's coach of the year and Barcelona's...

Thu, Aug 26, 2021
Champions League: PSG to face Man City in group stage

Barcelona were drawn in Group E with Bayern Munich, Benfica and Dynamo Kyiv.

Real Madrid raise bid for PSG's Mbappe to 170m euros

Real Madrid have increased their offer to sign Paris St Germain forward...

Medics who saved Eriksen to receive UEFA Award

The medical staff who saved Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen's life at...

Wed, Aug 25, 2021
Paris St Germain reject Real Madrid's bid for Mbappe

Spanish and French media reported on Tuesday that Real Madrid had made a...

Thu, Aug 19, 2021
De Bruyne, Kante, Jorginho for UEFA Player of the Year

The winner will be named on August 26, along with UEFA's women's player of...

Sat, Jul 17, 2021
Football: France striker Giroud joins AC Milan

UEFA announces UCL final hosts for next four seasons.

Thu, Jul 15, 2021
Sancho apologises to England fans

'I am proud of this England team and how we have united the whole nation in...

Wed, Jul 14, 2021
Man arrested over racist abuse of Eng footballers

Detective Inspector Matt Gregory of GMP's Trafford division said: "The...

Players insisted on open bus tour despite COVID risk

Thousands of euphoric fans thronged the centre of Rome to hail coach Roberto...

Tue, Jul 13, 2021
SEE: 'We love you' - Fans leave messages for Rashford

'You have stood up for us repeatedly, now it's time for us to stand up for you!'

The potential successors to Italy's old guard...

The old guard, once again, came good for Italy, this time steering the...

Euro 2020: The Best XI

Laxmi Negi/Rediff.com picks the very best players from what has been an...

Mon, Jul 12, 2021
Hamilton condemns racist abuse of England players

'We must work towards a society that doesn't require Black players to prove...

One dead, many injured during Italy Euro celebrations

In the financial capital Milan, 15 people were hurt, three seriously, in...

England footballers racially abused after Euro defeat

The Football Association said fans who exhibited such "disgusting behaviour"...

Euro triumph balm for Italy's pandemic wounds

'If this (victory) remains a beautiful memory in a dark moment or if instead...

PIX: Fans in tears as England lose in Euro final

The tears of England's losing players at Wembley were replicated across the...

Bonucci toasts Italy success with Coca-Cola, Heineken

Italy defender Leonardo Bonucci could not get enough of the sponsors'...

Italy goalkeeper Donnarumma best player of Euro 2020

Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma was named the player of Euro 2020...

Odd Balls from the Euros

There was as much action off the field as on it during the month-long Euro...

The man who turned Italy from bottom to champions

Italy manager Roberto Mancini said watching three years of hard work come to...

Beckham, Boris, Cruise at Euro final

British royalty were among the 60,000 spectators at Wembley.

5 Reasons Why Italy is Europe's BEST

Despite going down to the fastest goal scored in Euro history in front of a...

PIX: Italy erupts in celebration after Euro triumph

Fireworks and music broke out across the country after the 3-2 shootout win

Euro 2020: Italian joy, English heartbreak

Italy inflicted heartbreak on England to win the Euro 2020 final

Italy are Euro champs after shootout win over England

Italy beat England 3-2 on penalties after the Euro 2020 final ended 1-1...

Sat, Jul 10, 2021
UK's Queen Elizabeth wishes England team good luck

Britain's Queen Elizabeth has sent a message to the England soccer manager to...

How Italy can beat England in Euro final...

Italy's Dino Zoff, a former European Championship winner, says the Azzurri...

VOTE! EURO: Italy vs England

The Euro 2020 Championship final will be played between Italy and England...

Fri, Jul 9, 2021
Forget Euro, Argentina v Brazil is weekend's big match

Brazil against Argentina is a true clasico. The teams first met in 1914 and...

Mystic meerkats predict England will win Euro final

England will play Italy on Sunday at Wembley in the host nation's first major...

Italy vs England will be epic final: Verratti

Italy and England have faced each other 27 times, the Azzurri winning 11 to...

COVID scare: England at risk from Euro 2020 euphoria

Although British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has delayed the full reopening...

Euro Final: Italy and England's Journey

How England and Italy arrived at the final at Wembley.

Thu, Jul 8, 2021
Laser pen, dubious penalty decision mar England win

UEFA said on Thursday that they will probe the matter and opened disciplinary...

Meet England football's history makers

When England bundled out Denmark from the Euro 2020 Championship on...

PIX: Boris Johnson, Beckham, Sheeran at Wembley!

There were big names in the stands as England beat Denmark in penalties to...

PICS: Fans delirious as England enter first Euro final

England fans knew no calm -- from Boxpark Craydon to Hackney Bridge -- as...

SEE: Ecstatic England players sing Neil Diamond song!

Harry Kane and his England lions were ecstatic, and as Neil Diamond's classic...

'Can 55 years of hurt really be about to end?'

The English media praised manager Gareth Southgate, who has carried the pain...

England penalty joy a salve for painful wounds

Nerves jangled, fulltime came and went. The spectre of a dreaded shootout...

England 'keeper Pickford breaks 55-year-old record

England's Jordan Pickford is already guaranteed to pick up the Euro 2020...

Euro: Italy show ability to suffer and entertain

Italy's ability to get over the line in by far their biggest challenge of the...

PIX: Kane takes England past Denmark to Euro final

England and Denmark were 1-1 at half-time in the second Euro 2020 semi-final...

Wed, Jul 7, 2021
Bumrah-Sanjana watch Euro semis at Wembley

Jasprit Bumrah and Sanjana Ganesan continued to make most of their break from...

VOTE! EURO: England vs Denmark

The second semi-final in the Euro 2020 championships will be played between...

How Italy made it to Euro 2020 final

Italy are one win away from being crowned champions of Europe

PIX: Italy sink Spain on penalties to enter Euro final

Italy defeated Spain 4-2 on penalties after the teams were locked 1-1 at the...

Tue, Jul 6, 2021
Eriksen, medics who saved him invited to Euros final

European football governing body UEFA has invited Denmark international...

'Ronaldo is not easy to manage'

Maurizio Sarri says he found Cristiano Ronaldo difficult to manage during his...

VOTE! EURO: Italy vs Spain

The first semi-final in the Euro 2020 championships will be played between...

Euro 2020: How Spain coach rallied his team to semis

'Luis Enrique has been very important to us and we're all at ease with him.'

Mon, Jul 5, 2021
England aim for breakthrough against determined Danes

England have the chance to reach a first major final since their 1966 World...

Euro Quarters: Moments to Remember

Moments to remember from the quarter-finals.

Sun, Jul 4, 2021
PICS: England cruise past Ukraine into Euro semis

Harry Kane scored twice as England stormed into the European Championship...

England set sights on semis after Ukraine drubbing

Striker Harry Kane netted a brace and Maguire and Jordan Henderson both...

How Denmark kept their Euro 2020 dream alive

With two defeats from their opening two games, the Danes are now only two...

Sat, Jul 3, 2021
Euro PIX: Denmark too strong for Czechs; reach semis

Thomas Delaney and Kasper Dolberg starred in the match as Denmark defeated...

VOTE! EURO: Ukraine vs England

The fourth quarter-final in the Euro 2020 championships will be played...

'The boys were extraordinary': Mancini hails Italy

Roberto Mancini was overjoyed with his Italy team after they withstood a late...

Goal of the day: Insigne magic wins it for Italy

Italy striker Lorenzo Insigne doubled the lead, making his way from the left...

Euro: Elvis the pig predicts England will beat Ukraine

A Visayan warty pig named Elvis at Bristol Zoo Gardens has predicted that...

Spinazzola's 'serious' injury sours Italy celebrations

Italy's delight at reaching the Euro 2020 semi-finals with Friday's 2-1 win...

VOTE! EURO: Czech Republic vs Denmark

The third quarter-final in the Euro 2020 championships will be played between...

PIX: Italy in semis with hard-fought win over Belgium

Italy set up a Euro 2020 semi-final with Spain after first half goals from...

Spain reach Euro semis; heartbreak for Switzerland

Spain prevail in shootout against gallant 10-men Swiss

Fri, Jul 2, 2021
Euro Previews: Danes ready for war against Czechs

Denmark have rediscovered their hunger and are starting to believe they can...

VOTE! EURO 2020: Belgium vs Italy

The second quarter-final in the Euro 2020 championship will be played between...

Belgium's de Bruyne, Hazard doubtful for Italy match

Belgium captain Eden Hazard and playmaker Kevin de Bruyne are still doubtful...

VOTE! EURO: SWZ vs Spain

The first quarter-final in the Euro 2020 championships will be played between...

Italy's coach says 'we'll play our way vs Belgium'

'We could tweak a few things along the way if things do not go to plan, but...

Thu, Jul 1, 2021
The Dream Goals of Euro 2020

Lorenzo Insigne curled a quite wonderful shot beyond the reach of Belgium...

Preview: Spain on rise but Swiss will make them sweat

Yet even though the Swiss lack world stars like France's Antoine Griezmann,...

Wed, Jun 30, 2021
Why Germany flopped at Euro 2020...

Germany return home on Wednesday following their Euro 2020 last 16 exit to...

Euros: 6 Game Changing Moments

Each Round of 16 game was entertaining. Laxmi Negi/Rediff.com picks the games...

Euro 2020: Meet the last 8 standing

As the tournament gets to the next round here's look at the quarter-finalists.

Goal of the day: Ukraine's Zinchenko steals the show!

Manchester City's Oleksandr Zinchenko had given Ukraine the lead as he...

Euro: The moment of madness which cost Sweden...

A red card for a moment of madness from Marcus Danielson brought Sweden's...

PIX: Ukraine score extra-time win over Sweden, make QF

Artem Dovbyk's goal in stoppage time at the end of extra-time earned Ukraine...

Euro PICS: England beat Germany to move into quarters

IMAGES from the Euro 2020 round of 16 match played between England and...

Tue, Jun 29, 2021
Keep your head high: Pele tells Mbappe

Football legend Pele came out in support of French forward Kylian Mbappe who...

I wanted to help the team but I failed: Mbappe

France forward Kylian Mbappe has apologised for missing the decisive spot...

Euro 2020: Goal of the day

The match was turned on its head when substitute Mario Gavranovic snatched a...

Euro: What went wrong for France against Switzerland

Kylian Mbappe missing the decisive kick in the shootout as world champions...

'Mbappe will bounce back after penalty miss'

Striker Kylian Mbappe will bounce back from missing the decisive penalty in...

PIX: Swiss beat France on penalties, make Euro last 8

Yann Sommer saved France striker Kylian Mbappe's spot kick to give...

PIX: Spain beat Croatia in thriller to reach quarters

Spain showed tremendous character though and prevailed thanks to Morata's...

Mon, Jun 28, 2021
Euro: England-Germany history will count for little

England have lost to Germany in their last three knockout meetings at major...

Belgium's Thorgen Hazard steps out of brother's shadow

It was the second of the tournament for Hazard, who now has eight goals for...

Euro 2020: Goals of the day

A look at the best goals from the Euro 2020 round of 16 matches played on...

PIX: Thorgan Hazard goal takes Belgium past Portugal

Thorgan Hazard's first-half goal enabled Belgium score a 1-0 victory over...

Sun, Jun 27, 2021
Czechs stun 10-man Netherlands to seal quarters berth

Patrik Schick scored his fourth goal of the tournament as the Czech Republic...

Euro 2020: Goal of the day

Kasper Dolberg returned to his old stomping ground in Amsterdam

Another COVID-19 scare in Euro 2020

All other players and staff tested negative

PIX: Italy edge Austria in extra-time to reach last 8

The winners will play either Belgium or Portugal in the quarter-finals next...

Sat, Jun 26, 2021
PICS: Dolberg powers Danes into Euro quarters

IMAGES from the Euro 2020 round of 16 match against Wales and Denmark played...

Chasing Lukaku inspired by Ronaldo

'Oh, I need competition. When someone says he's better than me, I want to...

Injury worries for France ahead of Switzerland clash

World champions France are facing mounting injuries ahead of their Euro 2020...

Even 10% chance is good enough vs Italy: Austria coach

In their three group matches, the Azzurri have faced only 12 shots, on or off...

Fri, Jun 25, 2021
Euro: Belgium reckon they can stop Portugal's Ronaldo

'These matches are all like finals now and if you don't play well, you don't...

Euro: Denmark's attitude key to resurgence

Denmark booked their spot in the last 16, where they will face Wales in...

Euro 2020: Meet the last 16 challengers

A look at the last 16 team as Euro 2020 enters the knockout phase.

Euros up for grabs as main contenders wobble

The European Championship is well and truly up for grabs as the tournament...

Euro: Round 3: Top 5 Team Performances

Laxmi Negi/Rediff.com picks the five best matches of the final round.

Thu, Jun 24, 2021
UEFA scrap away goals rule from 2021-22 season

With the decision to remove this rule, ties in which the two teams score the...

Euro 2020: Germany turns rainbow-coloured

Fans carried rainbow flags to show their support for LGBTQ rights.

Euro 2020: Five scintillating strikes of Round 3

Rediff.com looks at the five best goals from the concluding round in the...

Euro 2020: Goal of the day

Spain's victory was the biggest of the tournament

PIX: Ronaldo double earns Portugal draw with France

Two penalties from Cristiano Ronaldo helped holders Portugal squeeze into the...

Euro PIX: Germany survive Hungary scare to advance

A late Leon Goretzka goal salvaged a 2-2 draw for Germany against Hungary on...

PICS: Sweden send Poland home after last-ditch win

Winger Emil Forsberg scored a double, including the second fastest strike in...

Wed, Jun 23, 2021
PIX: Five-star Spain crush Slovakia; enter last 16

Spain claimed the biggest win of the tournament with a 5-0 thrashing of...

Euro 2020: Goal of the day

Modric's majestic goal in the 62nd minute helped Croatia beat Scotland 3-1 on...

PICS: Classy Modric fires Croatia into knock-outs

Croatia finished ahead, on goals scored, of the Czech Republic, who lost 1-0...

PICS: Sterling's early goal takes England past Czechs

Unbeaten England finished with seven points, comfortably ahead of Croatia,...

Tue, Jun 22, 2021
UEFA says no plan to take away Euro final from Wembley

Wembley is scheduled to host the semi-finals on July 6 and 7 before the July...

UEFA turn down request for 'rainbow lights' in Munich

In a statement, UEFA suggested alternative dates for the gesture during the...

Euro: Can you guess these England players?

Watch the video and make your guesses alongside Southgate.

Euro: Belgium display qualities to make it 13 in a row

Belgium's superior experience outsmarted the Finns' dogged defending.

Euro 2020: Goal of the day

Memphis Depay had an excellent game

PICS: Relentless Belgium too good for Finland

Finland, who came third with three points, must wait until the end of the...

PIX: Denmark rout Russia to advance; Belgium top group

Belgium finished top of Group B with a maximum nine points, with Denmark,...

PICS: Dutch down North Macedonia; Austria in last 16

Images from Euro 2020 matches played on Monday.

Mon, Jun 21, 2021
COVID-hit Gilmour to miss Croatia game

England's Chilwell, Mount in isolation after contact with Gilmour

PICS: Dutch street goes orange for national team

All houses on the street have been wrapped in orange plastic sheets and...

England players agree 'blond bet' with Foden

Foden caused a stir on social media before the tournament when he shared a...

Euro 2020: Goal of the day

Xherdan Shaqiri was at his effervescent best

Euro: Round 2: Top 5 Team Performances

Laxmi Negi/Rediff.com picks five of the best team performances from this...

PICS: Italy cruise past 10-man Wales and top group

Italy will face the runners-up of Group C next in London on June 26, while...

Euro PIX: Shaqiri shines as Swiss beat Turkey

Switzerland face an anxious wait to see if they will make Euro 2020's last 16...

Sun, Jun 20, 2021
Euro 2020: How Gosens inspired Germany...

Gosens excelled in his ninth game for the country on Saturday, causing...

Euro 2020: 5 scintillating strikes of League Round 2

With the teams having played their second matches in the league stage in Euro...

Euro 2020: Goal of the day

Attila Fiola gave the hosts a dream half-time lead

PIX: Spain held by Poland, face crunch final group tie

Saturday's draw left Spain third in Group E with two points and needing a win...

PIX: Germany bounce back with big win over Portugal

Germany move into second place in the group on three points, one behind...

Sat, Jun 19, 2021
PIX: Griezmann goal helps France hold inspired Hungary

World champions France moved to four points while Hungary, on one point, kept...

Young Isak stakes claim to Zlatan's crown

21-year-old Real Sociedad striker shines as Sweden beat Slovakia.

PICS: England given reality check by gutsy Scotland

Victory for Gareth Southgate's England side in the eagerly-awaited Group D...

PIX: Perisic gives Croatia lifeline in draw with Czechs

Ivan Perisic scored a stunning second half equaliser as Croatia pegged back...

Fri, Jun 18, 2021
Eriksen discharged after successful operation

Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen had a heart-starter device implanted...

PICS: Forsberg fires Sweden to victory over Slovakia

In a game which was short of clear-cut chances, Slovakia goalkeeper Martin...

Euro 2020: Busquets tests negative, rejoins Spain

Sergio Busquets has recovered from COVID-19 and is to rejoin the squad...

Euro 2020: Goal of the day

Kevin de Bruyne came off the bench to inspire Belgium to a 2-1 comeback win...

PIX: Dutch delight in win over Austria, seal top spot

The Dutch host North Macedonia on Monday safe in the knowledge they have...

Thu, Jun 17, 2021
Euro PIX: De Bruyne stars for Belgium; Ukraine win

Kevin de Bruyne came off the bench to inspire Belgium in a 2-1 comeback win...

Euro 2020: Ukraine's Yarmolenko joins bottle bad boys

Andriy Yarmolenko became the latest player at the European Championship to...

Denmark, Belgium pause Euro clash to honour Eriksen

Eriksen is recovering at a nearby hospital and will have an implantable...

Ronaldo, Pogba snub sponsors at Euro 2020

Ronaldo moved Coca Cola bottles aside as he sat down to speak to the media on...

Euro 2020: Five scintillating strikes of Round 1

The European Football Championship kicked off on Friday, June 11, and with...

COVID-19 scare at Euro 2020

Slovakia defender Denis Vavro and another staff member have tested positive...

How pacemaker could save Eriksen's career

The Danish FA announced that Eriksen would have an ICD fitted.

High-tech machines, luxurious beds for Spain players

The machine will replace hyperbaric oxygen chambers which the team have...

Euro: Denmark's Eriksen to get heart starter implant

Eriksen's life was saved when CPR was administered to him on the pitch and...

Euro 2020: Bale at the heart of a Welsh dragon

It would be easy to characterise Wales as a team who rely heavily on the Real...

Euro 2020: Goal of the day

Miranchuk made all the difference with a sublime individual performance

Euro: Round 1: Top 5 Team Performances

And what an exciting week it has been, with players returning to packed...

PICS: Locatelli brace sends Italy into Euro knock-outs

Manuel Locatelli bagged a brace of goals for the first time in his career as...

Wed, Jun 16, 2021
Euro: Austria's Arnautovic gets one-match ban

Arnautovic, who has Serbian background, apologised on Monday for his reaction...

Euro PIX: Russia back on track; Wales beat Turkey

Russian made amends for their opening loss to Belgium as the group remains...

Another injury scare at Euro 2020

Russia defender Mario Fernandes taken to hospital after suspected spinal injury

Homophobic banner at Budapest Euro match

The anti-discrimination group Fare has sent a report to UEFA and discussed...

Pogba moves on after being 'nibbled'

Pogba said he did not want Rudiger to be suspended.

Pogba removes Heineken bottle at Euro news conference

Pogba, a practising Muslim, removed the bottle when he sat down to speak to...

Euro: Pogba stars while Kante knits France together

It was N'Golo Kante, who at the age of 30 appears to be elevating his games...

Euro: Greenpeace sorry for botched stunt

'This protest was never intended to disrupt the game or injure people.'

PICS: Hummels own goal gifts France win over Germany

The Germans were desperate to impress in front of a home crowd to make amends...

Record-breaking Ronaldo goes past Platini

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo netted twice against Hungary to move beyond...

Tue, Jun 15, 2021
Coca-Cola stocks fall after Ronaldo's gesture

The 36-year-old moved the cola bottles aside as he sat down to speak to the...

Euro PICS: Ronaldo shines as Portugal rout Hungary

Skipper Cristiano Ronaldo celebrated becoming the first player to appear in...

Ronaldo makes history with 5th Euros appearance

The Portugal captain, who lined up in a front three alongside Diogo Jota and...

UEFA to probe Austria player's goal celebration

North Macedonia ask UEFA to probe Austria's Arnautovic's goal celebration...

Eriksen thanks fans from hospital bed

Eriksen thanked his fans in a post on Twitter on Tuesday.

Euro 2020: No sting in dominant Spain's attack

'We created so many chances and simply weren't effective with them. In fact...

Poland must solve Lewandowski puzzle

With Poland sure to rely just as heavily on Robert Lewandowski in their...

Euro PICS: Sweden stifle Spain in goalless draw

Alvaro Morata spurned Spain's best opportunity in a dominant first half...

Wembley to allow up to 45,000 fans for Euros

The reports said the three big matches of the tournament will form part of...

Mon, Jun 14, 2021
Euro: Schick stunner sinks Scots; Slovakia beat Poland

Patrik Schick put the Czechs in front three minutes before half-time as he...

Euro Previews: Germany won't accept underdogs tag

The Germans will play their group matches in Munich

Euro 2020: 'Schick goal was out-of-this-world'

Patrik Schick's 'out-of-this world' long-range strike sealed their 2-0 win

Did arduous season lead to Eriksen's collapse?

Denmark's Christian Eriksen was given CPR by medical staff on the pitch...

Eriksen's condition still stable after collapse

Eriksen's agent said the player is undergoing detailed examinations after the...

PIX: Dumfries gives Dutch victory after Ukraine rally

The Dutch were 2-0 up with 15 minutes left in the Euro 2020 match, only to...

PIX: Late goals give Austria win over North Macedonia

Late goals from substitutes Michael Gregoritsch and Marko Arnautovic gave...

Sun, Jun 13, 2021
PIX: Cheers drown out boos as England take the knee

There was some jeering from a small section as players briefly went down on...

Euro PICS: Sterling effort takes England past Croatia

Rahim Sterling, something of a surprise starter after a flat end to the...

Revealed! What really happened to Denmark's Eriksen

Eriksen had cardiac arrest but test results are normal, Danish team doctor says

Euro Previews: Portugal must target Hungary win

Portugal will look to their Euro 2020 opener with Hungary to get a head start

Schmeichel criticises UEFA after Eriksen's collapse

Eriksen collapsed just before halftime and was taken to hospital after...

Euro: Portugal's Cancelo tests positive for COVID-19

Portugal kick off their Euro 2020 campaign against Hungary on Tuesday at...

Eriksen stable, sends greetings to teammates

Sanjay Sharma of St. George's University of London, the playmaker's...

Players who have collapsed on football pitch

UEFA said Eriksen, who was given CPR by medics on the pitch, was transferred...

Euro 2020: Classy Belgium put down marker

Kevin de Bruyne, Eden Hazard and Axel Witsel werw hardly missed as Belgium...

Eriksen had no heart issues, says former cardiologist

Dr. Sanjay Sharma of St. George's University of London said Christian Eriksen...

Football world prays for Denmark's Eriksen

Reactions to collapse of Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen

Lukaku sends support to club teammate Eriksen

Lukaku used his goal after 10 minutes in St Petersburg to send a message of...

'Eriksen was able to speak before going to hospital'

Denmark's Christian Eriksen received life-saving cardiac massage treatment on...

EURO PICS: Lukaku eases Belgium past Russia

Despite being without key performer Kevin De Bruyne, world number one ranked...

Sat, Jun 12, 2021
Euro 2020: Eriksen rushed to hospital after collapsing

The Danish DBU football association tweeted that the Eriksen was 'awake and...

Euro PIX: Finland win but game overshadowed by Eriksen

Finland claimed a shock 1-0 Euro 2020 victory over Denmark in their first...

Poland set out to break opening-match curse at Euros

Slovakia defender Milan Skriniar will be tasked with stopping Poland's Robert...

Euro PICS: Italy impress in resounding win over Turkey

Italy's third goal made history as it marked the first time they had scored...

PICS: Euro 2020 kicks-off after year-long delay

Trying to pump up excitement, which has been largely missing in Rome in the...

Fri, Jun 11, 2021
Ukraine reaches compromise with UEFA on soccer jersey

Ukraine's football association adopted the phrase 'Glory to the heroes' as an...

Anti-racism knee gesture casts controversy over Euros

England were booed by some of their fans in two friendlies while Ireland were...

Players receive vaccines amid fears of side effects

Members of the Spanish army administered the vaccines to the squad and...

De Bruyne to miss Belgium's Euro opener against Russia

Kevin de Bruyne will miss Belgium's first European Championship match against...

Austria looking for maiden Euros win

Austria are the favourites in their Euro Group C opener against the Balkan...

Back again, Dutch seek to restore past reputation

Missing out on the last Euros in France and then the 2018 World Cup in Russia...

Ambitious Italy face talented Turkey in Euro opener

Italy face a tough opening day task against a resilient and talented Turkey...

Oldest, youngest, most capped: All the numbers at Euro

The youngest at Euro 2020 will be Poland's Kacper Kozłowski - one of two...

Mancini urges Italy to entertain in Euro 2020 opener

Italy face Turkey at Rome's Stadio Olimpico on Friday in the tournament's...

Thu, Jun 10, 2021
Ukraine told to make changes to Euro 2020 kit

Ukraine had said the shirt was a symbol of national unity, and President...

Half of UK fans betting on France to win Euro 2020

The Euro Championship kicks off on Friday with Italy taking on Turkey.

5 Players to watch out for at the Euros

The Euro 2020 Championship is being held across Europe for the first time in...

Euro 2020: Spain players to receive COVID-19 vaccine

Following captain Sergio Busquets' positive test at the weekend, Spain's...

Wed, Jun 9, 2021
Top-ranked Belgium at disadvantage at Euro 2020

'We would prefer to play home games. That would be an advantage, that you do...

Tue, Jun 8, 2021
Portugal have talent and mentality to do an encore

They have one of the most exciting squads around, full of proven matchwinners...

Euro 2020: Sweden relying on 'Gen Z' for Euro success

The lessons learned in qualifying and the Nations League campaigns that...

Unlikely outsiders Germany out to spring a surprise

Germany are not used to being outsiders in major tournaments but that may not...

Blow for the Dutch as injured Van de Beek out of Euro

Midfielder Donny van de Beek has had to pull out of the Netherlands squad for...

Mon, Jun 7, 2021
Foden ready to light up Euro 2020

Blessed with silky technical skills, vision, anticipation and an eye for...

Euro 2020: Spain have talent to repeat past glories

Spain are still favourites to finish top of Group E above Sweden, Poland and...

Euro: Belgium have best chance of 1st major trophy

Belgium begin their campaign in St Petersburg against Russia on June 12

Euro 2020: Can Southgate deliver for England?

England head into Euro 2020 with a new factor for manager Gareth Southgate to...

Euro 2020: Revived Italy aim to make splash

Italy are back and they have a point to prove.

Euro warm-up: England, Belgium register wins

A makeshift England side beat Romania 1-0 in their final Euro 2020 warm-up...

Euro: Spain captain Busquets tests positive for COVID

Spain captain Sergio Busquets has tested positive for COVID-19, the national...

Thu, Jun 3, 2021
Check out Euro 2020 schedule

The tournament, staged in 11 cities across Europe, will feature 24 of the...

Tue, Jun 1, 2021
Will players, fans suffer from too much football?

Packed soccer schedule is a major problem as players will struggle to deliver...

Mon, May 31, 2021
Barcelona sign Sergio Aguero from Man City

Aguero is expected to be the first of a number of arrivals at the Camp Nou...

Henry to work for Belgium at Euros

Benzema, who has scored 30 goals in all competitions for Real Madrid this...

Sun, May 30, 2021
Is Guardiola guilty of overthinking again?

It was City's first appearance in the final of Europe's elite club...

Best day of my life: Ecstatic Chelsea fans celebrate

Some 16,500 fans were allowed into the stadium but many others travelled to...

Sat, May 29, 2021
Porto furious as COVID rules eased for English fans

Some Porto residents fear a spike in infections because of the highly...

We'll have to suffer to win final: Guardiola

Guardiola finally has chance to do justice on European stage: Sandhu

Thu, May 27, 2021
PIX: Villarreal win Europa League after epic shootout

After a tense encounter finished 1-1 following extra time, Villareal's Rulli...

Euro 2020: France players yet to be vaccinated

Spurs striker Bergwijn is major casualty as Netherlands trim squad

Wed, May 26, 2021
Indians put on stellar show at European C'ships

Then, in the 10m air pistol mixed team competitions, India's top pair...

Tue, May 25, 2021
European C'ship: Elavenil, Saurabh put up strong show

Participating in the continental tournament as guest invitee, the Indians...

Mon, May 24, 2021
Captain Ramos left out of Spain squad for Euro 2020

'It wasn't easy, but I called him last night (Sunday) and we had a difficult...

Sun, May 23, 2021
EPL PIX: Reds, Chelsea secure Champions League spot

Images from English Premier League matches played on Sunday.

Wed, May 19, 2021
Mueller, Hummels recalled by Germany for Euro 2020

Scotland's Clarke names uncapped trio in Euro squad.

Sat, May 15, 2021
Injured Zlatan out of Euros, says Sweden coach

Juve star Ronaldo's agent rules out Sporting return

Thu, May 13, 2021
Fans allowed as Champions League final moved to Porto

Fans allowed for the mega final as UEFA said that each club would receive...

Sat, May 8, 2021
European Super League: Real, Barca, Juve slam UEFA

Juve, Real and Barca said they were ready to reconsider the proposed approach...

Fri, May 7, 2021
Hazard apologises for laughing after Real defeat

Hazard's two seasons in Spain have been riddled with injuries that have...

Europa League: United in final; Arsenal knocked out

Images from UEFA Europa League semi-finals played on Thursday.

Tue, May 4, 2021
26 players in a squad for Euro 2020, UEFA confirms

According to UEFA, 23 players shall remain the maximum number permitted on...

Wed, Apr 21, 2021
Super League shelved as more clubs withdraw

Twelve of Europe's leading soccer clubs from England, Italy and Spain...

Manchester City confirm quitting European Super League

With City pulling out and Chelsea set to leave, while Liverpool's players...

Mon, Apr 19, 2021
Man City, Chelsea, Real to be kicked out of CL semis?

Breakaway Super League clubs Real Madrid, Manchester City and Chelsea are...

UEFA blasts 'disgraceful' Super League plan

European soccer's governing body UEFA on Monday said clubs and players...

Barca, United, Liverpool join breakaway Super League

UEFA issued a strong statement jointly with English, Spanish and Italian...

Fri, Apr 16, 2021
Europa League PIX: Man United, Roma ease into semis

IMAGES from Europa League matches played on Thursday.

Fri, Apr 9, 2021
PIX: United put one foot in Europa semis; Arsenal held

IMAGES from Europa League matches played on Thursday.

Wed, Mar 31, 2021
Five subs per game to be used in Euro 2020

No vote was taken on the reforms to the Champions League competition from...

Fri, Mar 26, 2021
Euro 2020 opener to kick off in Italy with crowds

Italy is one of 12 host nations across Europe, and plans for the month-long...

Fri, Mar 19, 2021
Champions League last 8: It's Bayern v PSG

Runaway Premier League leaders Manchester City will play Borussia Dortmund...

PIX: Zagreb stun Tottenham, Manchester Utd edge Milan

Images from Thursday's action in the Europa League Europa League - Round of...

Thu, Mar 18, 2021
PIX: Chelsea, Bayern romp into Champions League last 8

Images from Wednesday's action in the Champions League.

Fri, Mar 12, 2021
Europa: Milan grab draw; wins for Arsenal, Tottenham

AC Milan grabbed a 1-1 draw at Manchester United in the blockbuster Europa...

Thu, Mar 11, 2021
3 Euro failures: What now for Ronaldo and Juventus?

'Betrayed by Ronaldo'

Wed, Mar 10, 2021
Lazio's Immobile wins European Golden Shoe

'This is the highest point of my career. When I look at this award it makes...

Tue, Mar 9, 2021
Germany coach Loew to leave after Euros

A prolific striker in Germany's second division, Loew's first major coaching...

Champions League: All eyes on Ronaldo

Juventus are desperate to win a first Champions League title in a quarter of...

Fri, Feb 26, 2021
Milan v Manchester United lights up Europa League draw

AC Milan have been drawn to play Manchester United in what is the standout...

PIX: Arsenal and Milan reach Europa League last 16

Napoli and PSV exit.

Wed, Feb 24, 2021
PIX: Chelsea take slender lead; Bayern thrash Lazio

IMAGES from Champions League matches played on Tuesday.

Sun, Feb 21, 2021
Europe soccer PICS: Atletico, Bayern stunned

Images from matches played across top football leagues in Europe.

Sat, Feb 20, 2021
Indian men's hockey team to tour Europe

The men's team last participated in an international competition in February...

Wed, Feb 10, 2021
Atletico v Chelsea Champions League tie in Bucharest

The travel ban was extended on Tuesday until March 2.

Fri, Feb 5, 2021
Liverpool disallowed from entering Germany

Leipzig will likely need to find an alternate venue or shift the two-leg tie...

Mon, Dec 14, 2020
Europa League: United handed daunting draw

The draw also produced a clash between two former European champions with AC...

Champions League draw: Barca to face PSG in last 16

The two-legged ties will be played from February 16.

Fri, Dec 11, 2020
Europa League: Arsenal, Spurs win

The 24 sides through from the group phase join the eight third-placed...

Mon, Dec 7, 2020
Pit lane tales: Mercedes fined 20,000 euros

Mercedes were summoned by stewards post-race for the infringement.

Fri, Dec 4, 2020
PIX: Milan fight back to beat Celtic; Spurs in last 32

Seven-time European champions AC Milan hit back from two goals down against...

Mon, Nov 23, 2020
Barca, Liverpool coach lash out at Euro calendar

Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman has joined other managers in lashing out at the...

Sun, Nov 15, 2020
Spain's Ramos becomes Europe's most-capped player

Ramos made his debut for Spain in 2005 when he was just 18-years-old. At that...

Fri, Nov 13, 2020
Qualifiers: Pandev sends North Macedonia to Euros

Hungary reach Euro finals with last-gasp 2-1 win over Iceland

Fri, Nov 6, 2020
Europa League: Kane milestone in Spurs win, Milan lose

Harry Kane netted his 200th goal for Tottenham Hotspur as they won 3-1 at...

Fri, Oct 23, 2020
Europa League: Napoli stunned; Spurs and Arsenal win

London sides Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal made winning starts as did fellow...

Fri, Oct 2, 2020
Messi, Ronaldo to renew rivalry as Barca face Juve

Defending champions Bayern Munich must face Diego Simeone's Atletico Madrid...

Lewandowski is UEFA Player of the Year

The Polish forward scored 15 goals on the way to Bayern Munich's sixth...

Sun, Sep 27, 2020
PIX: Bayern's long, unbeaten run ends at Hoffenheim

Bayern Munich slumped to a shock 4-1 loss at Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga on...

Tue, Sep 22, 2020
Football: Inter sign Vidal from Barcelona for 1m euros

Irrepressible Ibrahimovic scores twice as Milan win opener

Wed, Sep 9, 2020
UEFA moves Champions League draw from Athens

The decision followed talks with Greek authorities, UEFA said.

Tue, Sep 1, 2020
Europe's football teams back in action after 10 months

Europe's national teams will emerge from a 10-month hiatus as the second...

Thu, Aug 27, 2020
Pogba tests positive for COVID-19

Deschamps said Rennes midfielder Eduardo Camavinga was called up as a late...

Mon, Aug 24, 2020
Man City look to make peace with UEFA

UEFA had banned City from European competition for two years after ruling...

Why unstoppable Bayern Munich deserve European crown

One goal determined the outcome of the Champions League final on Sunday but...

PIX: Bayern Munich are undisputed kings of Europe

Bayern Munich won the Champions League for a sixth time by beating Paris St...

Stockholm Diamond League: Warholm sets new record

Warholm ended his day by coasting to victory in the 400m, setting a time of...

Sun, Aug 23, 2020
Football: UEFA chief considers new format for UCL

The UEFA president said that without a second-leg to fall back on, teams have...

Sat, Aug 22, 2020
PHOTOS: Sevilla edge Inter to win Europa League title

Sevilla clinched a sixth Europa League title with a roller-coaster 3-2 win...

Wed, Aug 19, 2020
I feel World Cup vibes, says Mbappe after PSG's win

'We do a lot of activities outside the pitch, maybe it's too much for some...

Tue, Aug 18, 2020
Europa PIX: Inter demolish Shakhtar to reach final

Shakhtar dominated possession as expected but were toothless up front and...

Mon, Aug 17, 2020
6 Saves! And he ended ManU's Europa League stay

Moroccan Yassine Bono denied Marcus Rashford, Bruno Fernandes, Mason...

PICS: Sevilla go past Man Utd into Europa League final

IMAGES from the Europa League semifinal played between Manchester United and...

Sun, Aug 16, 2020
PIX: Lyon upset Man City to set up semi with Bayern

Substitute Moussa Dembele scored twice as Olympique Lyonnais stunned...

Sat, Aug 15, 2020
End of an era after Barca suffer 'painful' defeat

Barca won their fifth European Cup in 2015 and the signs of decline have been...

Fri, Aug 14, 2020
PICS: Leipzig stun Atletico to reach UCL semis

IMAGES from the UEFA Champions League quarter-final played between Atletico...

Wed, Aug 12, 2020
Europa League PICS: Sevilla, Shaktar enter semis

Sevilla in semis as Wolves miss penalty.

Tue, Aug 11, 2020
Europa: Fernandes penalty sends United into semis

Manchester United were forced to dig deep to reach the Europa League...

Mon, Aug 10, 2020
Football: Solskjaer buoyed by Martial progress

Martial scored his 23rd goal for United in all competitions this season...

Sun, Aug 9, 2020
PICS: Barca, Bayern romp into Champions League last 8

Lionel Messi led Barcelona to a 3-1 win at home to Napoli for a 4-2 aggregate...

Fri, Aug 7, 2020
Europa: Sevilla, Leverkusen cruise into quarter-finals

Five-time winners Sevilla made light work of AS Roma when first half goals...

Thu, Aug 6, 2020
PIX: Manchester United enter Europa League last eight

Former Europa League winners Manchester United booked a quarter-final spot in...

Wed, Jul 29, 2020
COVID-19 test won't affect City-Real Madrid tie: UEFA

Real trail Manchester City 2-1 from the first leg of their last-16 tie before...

CAS says City did not break FFP rules

The FFP regulations are designed to stop clubs running up big losses through...

Mon, Jul 27, 2020
Original drawing of Olympic rings sells for 185k euros

Coubertin created the interlocking rings, which are coloured blue, yellow,...

Sun, Jul 26, 2020
Tottenham seal Europa League spot

Tottenham Hotspur secured a place in the Europa League next season as they...

Wed, Jul 22, 2020
'Thapa is a very good No 10, can play in Europe'

Former Portugal defender Henrique Sereno believes young India international...

Mon, Jul 20, 2020
Bayern Munich are Europe's restart kings

Bayern Munich and Real Madrid were the major winners following the resumption...

Mon, Jul 13, 2020
Man City's ban from European football overturned

CAS ruled that City did not breach financial fair play rules by disguising...

Wed, Jul 8, 2020
Clubs face four billion euros loss due to COVID-19

The analysis by the European Club Association (ECA) also warned that the...

Tue, Jun 30, 2020
Champions League: No reason for Plan B, says UEFA

'We're monitoring the situation on a daily basis and we'll adapt if we have to.'

Thu, Jun 25, 2020
'Liverpool, Man City can dominate Europe'

Liverpool and Manchester City having the potential to "dominate" European...

Wed, Jun 10, 2020
Manchester City UEFA ban verdict next month

A three-day hearing of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), held over...

Badminton: European C'ships, Swiss Open shelved

The apex body had also announced that ranking points earned at tournaments...

Fri, May 29, 2020
European leagues to resume, Denmark gets creative

Portugal, Denmark, Poland, Serbia, Austria, Croatia and Ukraine are among...

Sun, May 17, 2020
UEFA plan to finish European season by August

Paris St Germain, who were declared Ligue 1 champions, are looking to play...

Sun, May 10, 2020
COVID-19: 'Footballers need to be disciplined'

'You cannot easily be stricter than we are. You can put everyone into a...

Sat, May 2, 2020
COVID-19: Calendar year season possibility for Europe

'We had already started thinking about how to set a new calendar from 2024,...

Wed, Apr 29, 2020
Season re-start possible: UEFA

Meyer, who is chairman of the Medical Committee at European soccer's...

Tue, Apr 28, 2020
European leagues given May 25 deadline to resume

In a letter to the 55 federations in UEFA, president Aleksander Ceferin wrote...

Mon, Apr 27, 2020
When will European soccer season resume?

Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte gave the go-ahead on Sunday for...

Fri, Apr 24, 2020
Athletics: European c'ships cancelled due to COVID-19

The decision was partly swayed by an "unfavourable opinion" from the French...

Tue, Apr 21, 2020
La Liga clubs pledge 200 million euros to other sports

'This is a structural measure with no time limit which will strengthen the...

UEFA keen to finish Champions League, Europa League

However, there was a softening in tone over eventual cases where league...

Wouldn't have been 100 per cent fit for Euro: Rashford

Rashford also credited former team manager Jose Mourinho for making him a...

Thu, Apr 16, 2020
Europe club football to resume sans fans, no dates yet

German clubs returned to training last week with squads split into small...

Tue, Apr 14, 2020
COVID-19: Portugal give Euro qualifying prize money

'In this spirit of camaraderie between professional and non-professional...

Fri, Apr 10, 2020
French tennis launches 35m euro support plan

Most of the estimated 70 million euros net earnings from the claycourt Grand...

Tue, Apr 7, 2020
How Euro 2020 delay could work in Italy's favour

Italy coach Roberto Mancini believes that the postponement of Euro 2020 could...

Wed, Apr 1, 2020
UEFA suspends Champions League, Europa League

UEFA bowed to the inevitable on Wednesday and suspended all Champions League...

Fri, Mar 27, 2020
Djokovic donates 1 million euros to help fight virus

Tennis world number one Novak Djokovic pledged one million euros ($1.10...

Wed, Mar 25, 2020
Messi, Pep donate one million euros to fight Covid-19

Messi's donation will be split between Hospital Clinic in Barcelona and...

Tue, Mar 17, 2020
Euro 2020 postponed until 2021 due to coronavirus

The Euro 2020 soccer Championship, trumpeted as a continent-wide feast of...

Fri, Mar 13, 2020
Champions League, Europa League postponed due to virus

UEFA has postponed all Champions League and Europa League matches due to take...

Europa: United crush Linz in empty stadium, Wolves draw

Manchester United took a big step towards the Europa League quarter-finals by...

Tue, Mar 3, 2020
Should we be ashamed of our success? asks UEFA chief

UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin, who followed FIFA president Gianni...

Mon, Mar 2, 2020
Football Focus: Budapest to host Europa final

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field.

Euro 2020: Here's how UEFA plans to fight coronavirus

UEFA says decisions over whether to cancel matches due to the coronavirus,...

Fri, Feb 28, 2020
Europa: Man United draw LASK, Wolves play Olympiakos

Manchester United breezed into the next round with a 6-1 aggregate win over...

Europa: Arsenal exit; Manchester Utd, Wolves advance

Arsenal suffered a shock Europa League exit to Olympiakos Piraeus on away...

Wed, Feb 26, 2020
PICS: Bayern thump Chelsea; Barca draw at Napoli

Serge Gnabry scored twice as Bayern Munich beat Chelsea 3-0, while Antoine...

Fri, Feb 21, 2020
PIX: Manchester United held; Arsenal and Inter win

Inter Milan midfielder Christian Eriksen scored his first goal for the club...

Thu, Feb 20, 2020
EPL: City see off West Ham as fans take aim at UEFA

Goals from Rodri and Kevin De Bruyne secured a comfortable win at the Etihad

Sat, Feb 15, 2020
Manchester City banned from European competition

UEFA announced in a statement that City had committed "serious breaches" of...

Thu, Dec 12, 2019
PICS: Ronaldo finds net in Juve win; City thump Dinamo

Neymar Jr and Kylian Mbappe starred in PSG's win as they topped group A after...

Sun, Dec 1, 2019
Portugal, France, Germany in Euro 2020 super group

Defending champions Portugal and the last two World champions, France and...

Fri, Nov 29, 2019
Europa League PIX: Manchester United and Arsenal lose

Kazakhstan's Astana fought back to beat a youthful Manchester United side 2-1...

Thu, Nov 28, 2019
Europa: Astana fight back to beat Manchester Utd

United captain Jesse Lingard fired them ahead in the 10th minute with a...

PHOTOS: Liverpool, Chelsea held; Barcelona cruise

A summary of Wednesday's matches in the UEFA Champions League.

Wed, Nov 20, 2019
PICS, Euro qualifiers: Ramsey sends Wales through

The Welsh, who reached the Euro 2016 semi-finals, finished runners-up on 14...

Tue, Nov 19, 2019
Euro qualifiers: Spain thrash Romania; Denmark through

Images from the Euro 2020 Qualifiers played on Monday

Sun, Nov 17, 2019
Euro 2020: Ronaldo moves onto 99 as Portugal qualify

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 99th international goal as the...

Extras: 'How to stop Sterling? We break his leg'

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

PIX: Germany, Croatia clinch Euro 2020 spots

A round-up of Saturday's qualifying matches for the Euro 2020 Finals.

Sat, Nov 16, 2019
PIX: Sweden, Finland clinch Euro finals berth

A summary of Friday's night's qualifying matches for Euro 2020.

Fri, Nov 15, 2019
Euro Qualifiers PIX: Kane, Ronaldo perform 'tricks'

A summary of Thursday's Euro 2020 qualifying matches.

Fri, Nov 8, 2019
PIX: Man Utd, Sevilla into Europa League last-32

Manchester United, Sevilla and Celtic led a parade of clubs with continental...

Fri, Oct 25, 2019
Europa PIX: Pepe spares Arsenal's blushes; United win

Unai Emery's side were heading for a demoralising defeat, three days after...

Arsenal's Pepe finally justifies price tag

'Every player needs that moment, that turning point ... to settle and...

Thu, Oct 24, 2019
We trust UEFA: Solskjaer

The Group L fixture, to be played under tight security in the Serbian...

Fri, Oct 18, 2019
Extras: UEFA fines Liverpool, City for crowd trouble

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Wed, Oct 16, 2019
Messi receives record sixth European Golden Shoe

Messi was three ahead of nearest rival Kylian Mbappe, who scored 33 times for...

European Open: Murray wins Antwerp opener

Up next for Murray is either eighth seed Pablo Cuevas or Bolivia's Hugo...

Sun, Oct 13, 2019
PIX: Italy secure Euro 2020 qualification; Spain held

A round-up of Saturday's Euro 2020 qualification matches.

Sat, Oct 12, 2019
PIX: Czechs stun England; Portugal, Ukraine, France win

A round-up of Friday's Euro 2020 qualifying matches.

Fri, Oct 11, 2019
PIX: Belgium first team into Euro 2020 finals

A round-up of Thursday night's matches from the Euro 2020 qualifiers.

Fri, Oct 4, 2019
Europa PIX: Easy for Arsenal, Manchester Utd held

Arsenal's young guns continued to shine as they dismantled Standard Liege 4-0...

Thu, Oct 3, 2019
PIX: Liverpool win 7-goal thriller; Suarez rescues Barca

A round-up of Wednesday's night's UEFA Chmpions League matches.

Wed, Oct 2, 2019
Champions League PIX: Real Madrid held; PSG, Juve win

Images from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Tuesday.

Inter's Lukaku to miss Barca clash, Messi fit

Lukaku, who was signed for around 80 million euros (71.2 million pounds) from...

Sat, Sep 21, 2019
Laver Cup: Federer, Nadal win as Team Europe take lead

Federer beat Kyrgios for the third time in as many editions of the...

Laver Cup: Europe lead Team World after first day

Dominic Thiem and Stefanos Tsitsipas won their respective singles matches...

Fri, Sep 20, 2019
Wins for Arsenal, Man United as Europa League kicks off

Arsenal teenager Bukayo Saka scored his first goal for the club as they beat...

Thu, Sep 19, 2019
Barcelona income to break the billion euro barrier

A statement from the club on Thursday said they had made record turnover of...

Wed, Sep 18, 2019
Hazard ready to face PSG: Zidane

The Belgian forward came off the bench to make his Real debut in Saturday's...

I deserve more Ballon d'Or awards than Messi: Ronaldo

'I know that he has pushed me to be a better player and I have pushed him to...

Norway teen makes Champions League history

He made history during their opening group match, as Salzburg hammered Genk 6-2.

Wed, Sep 11, 2019
PIX: Ronaldo stars in Lithuania thumping; Eng win

IMAGES from the Euro 2020 qualifiers

Tue, Sep 10, 2019
Euro qualifiers: Germany edge N Ireland; Croatia held

Serge Gnabry continued his impressive scoring run for Germany, netting in...

Mon, Sep 9, 2019
Euro qualifiers: Spain beat Faroe Islands, Italy win

Sergio Ramos equalled Iker Casillas's record of 167 appearances for Spain on...

Sat, Sep 7, 2019
Euro Qualifiers PIX: Netherlands rally to stun Germany

A round-up of Friday's Euro 2020 qualifying matches.

Fri, Sep 6, 2019
Euro qualifiers: Scrappy wins for Spain, Italy

IMAGES from the Euro 2020 qualifiers

Sat, Aug 31, 2019
Will India-Pak Olympics hockey qualifier be in Europe?

The International Hockey Federation (FIH) is planning to have India and...

Fri, Aug 30, 2019
Europa League: Arsenal drawn with Eintracht Frankfurt

Manchester United, winners of the competition in 2017, will have a lot of...

Thu, Aug 29, 2019
Van Dijk beats Messi, Ronaldo for UEFA award

Following are the award winners who were honoured by UEFA during the...

Thu, Aug 15, 2019
Van Dijk vies with Messi, Ronaldo for UEFA award

While Ronaldo, a three-time winner, has been ever-present in the final three...

Fri, Aug 9, 2019
Dutee granted visa for European races

India's fastest woman Dutee Chand was on Friday granted visa to travel to...

Fri, Jul 12, 2019
Barca sign Griezmann for 120m euros after long pursuit

France forward Griezmann, 28, rejected a move to Barcelona last year but...

Tue, Jul 2, 2019
Steyn, Guptill join Euro Slam T20 league

Injury-prone South African fast bowler Dale Steyn is set to play in the Euro...

Mon, Jul 1, 2019
Soccer Extras: Spain claim Euro under-21 title

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Fri, Jun 28, 2019
Soccer Extras: AC Milan banned from Europa League

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Tue, Jun 18, 2019
Ex-UEFA chief Platini detained in Qatar World Cup probe

Ex-UEFA chief Michel Platini was arrested, on Tuesday, in connection with a...

Tue, Jun 11, 2019
Euro qualifiers PIX: Big wins for Spain, Poland

IMAGES from the 2020 Euro Qualifiers played on Monday

Copa is anyone's but fans worry emulating Europe

A decision to include Japan and Qatar as the invited sides to this year's...

Sun, Jun 9, 2019
Euro Qualifiers PIX: Turkey upset world champs France

Images from the 2020 Euro Championships qualifiers played on Saturday

Sat, Jun 8, 2019
Euro 2020 qualifiers PICS: Spain, Ukraine win big

A summary of the Euro 2020 qualification matches played on Friday.

Sun, Jun 2, 2019
Klopp relieved to end cup finals losing streak

Juergen Klopp was a relieved man on Saturday after Liverpool's 2-0 win over...

Fri, May 31, 2019
Champions final: Liverpool, Spurs in selection dilemma

Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp has a midfield conundrum and his Tottenham...

Thu, May 30, 2019
It's a goodbye, says Hazard after Chelsea's Europa win

After scoring twice in Chelsea's 4-1 win over Arsenal in the Europa League...

PICS: Chelsea rout Arsenal to win Europa League

Eden Hazard scored twice and created a third to steer Chelsea to a 4-1...

Sat, May 25, 2019
Messi is Europe's top scorer for 3rd straight year

Lionel Messi has become the first player to win Europe's Golden Shoe award...

Fri, May 10, 2019
PIX: Arsenal, Chelsea to meet in all-English Europa final

Chelsea beat Eintracht Frankfurt on penalties on Thursday to set up an...

Thu, May 9, 2019
How a 14 yr-old had hand in Liverpool's comeback win

Liverpool analysts had watched how Barcelona players were always distracted...

Spurs take inspiration from Liverpool to reach final

'We saw Liverpool last night. It goes to show it's not over until it's over....

PHOTOS: Ajax bemoan letting final slip from grasp

'It's a nightmare, like a dream that went bad'

Pochettino's 'super heroes' work up a miracle

'Without Harry Kane many people were talking about Sonny (Son Heung-min) but...

Kane's halftime pep-talk inspires Tottenham fight back

'We said we had 45 minutes to give everything. I'm a fan first and foremost...

Wed, May 8, 2019
Liverpool fans lose their s**t after ousting Barca

And Liverpool fans could not keep their calm as they made their joy known on...

'Biggest embarrassment of all time'

'A ridiculous goal conceded from a corner will be the epitaph of this team,...

'It's a special night, very special'

The German was clearly swept up in the emotion at the end of the game as a...

PIX: Klopp's Liverpool write their own history

The pain of missing out on a first domestic league crown for 29 years will be...

Klopp's mentality behind Reds' comeback: Mourinho

'This is about him. This is a reflection of his personality -- don't give up...

When instinct was at play for victorious Liverpool

Alexander-Arnold, seeing the Spanish club's defenders still getting...

We looked like schoolboys, says 'pained' Suarez

'We have to do a lot of self criticism because this is the second time that...

Fri, May 3, 2019
Europa: Aubameyang puts Arsenal in control; Chelsea held

Arsenal's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang struck a vital late goal to seal a 3-1...

Thu, May 2, 2019
Messi closing in on Champions League pledge for Barca

Messi's first act as Barcelona captain was to tell the club's fans at a...

Barca have advantage, but taking nothing for granted

'They were better than us for some spells and we know what awaits us over...

Champions League PIX: Magical Messi downs Liverpool

IMAGES from the Champions League 2nd semi-final first leg match between...

Klopp happy with performance, not the result

'That is how it is. How we created the moments was outstanding, how we caused...

Thu, Apr 25, 2019
Guardiola amazed by City's response to European exit

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola hailed his team

Fri, Apr 19, 2019
PICS: Arsenal, Chelsea in Europa League semis

Alexandre Lacazette's free-kick sent Arsenal into the Europa League...

Wed, Apr 17, 2019
Ajax bring breath of fresh air to Champions League

Having knocked out Real Madrid with a 4-1 win at the Bernabeu in the previous...

United boss Solskjaer calls for squad rebuild

Although United made a bright start to their quarter-final second leg at the...

Messi scores first time in six years in CL quarters

'He's an exceptional talent, him and Cristiano have been the best players in...

PICS: Messi's Barca in semis; Ronaldo's Juve stunned

IMAGES from the UEFA Champions League quarter-final 2nd leg matches played on...

Tue, Apr 16, 2019
Shorts: India's Maini makes strong debut in LeMans

Indian racer Arjun Maini made a strong start to his highly-anticipated debut...

Barcelona will aim to dominate United, says Ter Stegen

'We want not only to defend it but also show that we are superior and we need...

Thu, Apr 11, 2019
Ajax confident despite being held at home by Juve

'We have a team with much potential and we are showing that in the Champions...

Solskjaer hoping for PSG repeat against Barcelona

'The PSG performance gives us hope and belief we can do it, but we are...

McTominay's defining moment comes against Barca

'Every time he plays for us he is improving. He's a great athlete, wins his...

When Messi was left bloodied at Old Trafford

The only goal of the game came from a clever cross by Lionel Messi although...

Barca have advantage but Pique still wary of United

An early own goal by Luke Shaw, who deflected in a header from Luis Suarez,...

Champions League: Barca down United; Ajax hold Juve

Images from the UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg matches played...

Wed, Mar 27, 2019
Euro Qualifiers: Spain win; Denmark score late

Spain's Alvaro Morata scored a goal in each half as they beat a highly...

Tue, Mar 26, 2019
Euro: Ronaldo suffers injury as Serbia hold Portugal

Wasteful Portugal were held to a 1-1 home draw by Serbia after their captain...

Sun, Mar 24, 2019
Euro Qualifiers: Germany stun Netherlands; Croatia lose

Germany defender Nico Schulz scored a late winner as their new-look side...

PICS: Ramos 'Panenka' gives Spain winning start

A summary of Saturday night's matches in the Euro 2020 qualifiers.

Sat, Mar 23, 2019
Euro qualifiers PICS: England, France win big

A summary of Friday's Euro 2020 qualifying matches.

Fri, Mar 22, 2019
Euro qualifiers PIX: Belgium sink Russia; Croatia leave it late

IMAGES from the Euro 2020 qualifiers played on Thursday

Ronaldo escapes suspension for Atletico celebration

Ronaldo will be free to face Ajax Amsterdam in the quarter-finals on April 10

Wed, Mar 20, 2019
Will club rivalries split England camp?

England begin their Euro 2020 qualifying campaign against Czech Republic on...

Five things to watch for in Euro 2020 qualifiers

The 55 teams have been divided into 10 groups of five or six, and the top two...

Tue, Mar 19, 2019
PSG win legal battle with UEFA in transfer fee probe

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) said on Tuesday it had upheld PSG's...

Euro: Guardiola praying his players return injury-free

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola hopes his players return injury-free...

Mon, Mar 18, 2019
Ronaldo faces disciplinary hearing over goal celebration

UEFA said the Portuguese would face a hearing on Thursday for "improper...

Fri, Mar 15, 2019
Europa League PHOTOS: Arsenal join Chelsea in quarters, Inter out

IMAGES from the Europa League matches played on Thursday

Thu, Mar 14, 2019
Liverpool are back in business: Klopp

Liverpool, five-times European champions and last season's Champions League...

'Genius' Messi is just 'unstoppable'

Messi opened the scoring at the Nou Camp with an audacious chipped penalty...

Wed, Mar 13, 2019
Football Extras: Neymar risks Euro ban

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Man City's 'teenagers' looking like the main men

Having left it late to earn a 3-2 win in the first leg, City took a while to...

Ronaldo gives Juve money's worth with 8th European hat-trick

'This was why Juventus brought me here. To help do things that they have...

PIX: Ronaldo puts Juve into quarters; City thrash Schalke

IMAGES from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Tuesday

Mon, Mar 11, 2019
How Allegri is plotting Juventus comeback against Atletico

Juventus supporters coach Massimiliano Allegri has often been in his element...

Fri, Mar 8, 2019
Europa League PIX: Chelsea too strong for Kiev, Arsenal lose

IMAGES from the Europa League matches played on Thursday

Thu, Mar 7, 2019
Lukaku, Shaw want Solskjaer for United job after Champions League win

'We won at Tottenham away, Chelsea away, then Arsenal in the FA Cup, now this...

'The Manchester United-Solskjaer combine can achieve anything'

Manchester United's interim manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been hailed by...

Tue, Mar 5, 2019
Luis Figo to bring UEFA Champions League trophy to India

The coveted UEFA Champions League trophy will be on display at an exclusive...

We miss Cristiano, says Real Madrid's Modric

'Cristiano scored 50 goals and you can't find someone today who scores that...

Fri, Mar 1, 2019
Football Extras: Real captain Ramos gets two-game European ban

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Fri, Feb 22, 2019
Europa League last 16 draw: Chelsea to face Dynamo Kiev

Chelsea will face Dynamo Kiev at home in the first leg of their Europa League...

Europa League PIX: Arsenal, Chelsea storm into last 16

Rattled by embarrassing domestic defeats, Chelsea looked jittery before...

Tue, Feb 19, 2019
Champions Preview: Barca wary of Lyon; City aim to break semis jinx

Manchester City have never gone past the semi-final stage of Europe's premier...

Fri, Feb 15, 2019
Europa League: Lacazette sent off in Arsenal loss; Chelsea, Napoli win

Arsenal had scored 10 goals in two matches against BATE Borisov in the same...

Thu, Feb 14, 2019
Champions League: Real win as VAR denies Ajax; Spurs down Dortmund

Images from the Champions League matches played on Wednesday

Wed, Feb 13, 2019
PIX: Pogba sent off as PSG outclass United; Roma win

Second half goals from Presnel Kimpembe and Kylian Mbappe gave the impressive...

Tue, Feb 12, 2019
Real ditch 'galacticos' for youth while Ajax export young blood

Ajax, four-times European Cup winners who are in the knockout stages for the...

Minute's silence at Champions League, Europa League games for Sala

In memory of Emiliano Sala, a minute's silence will be observed at all...

Fri, Dec 14, 2018
Europa League: Milan crash out, Chelsea draw

Yet Milan's defensive frailty was punished when Konstantinos Fortounis scored...

Mon, Dec 10, 2018
Champions League: Blockbuster matches on cards this week

Inter, Liverpool sweating on last-16 spots

Sun, Dec 2, 2018
Euro 2020 qualifying: Mouthwatering matches on cards

Holders Portugal must face Ukraine and Serbia in a tricky five-team Group B...

Fri, Nov 30, 2018
Europa League: Arsenal win, Milan survive scare to reach last 32

Thirteen teams have now qualified for the last 32 including Bayer Leverkusen,...

Mon, Nov 26, 2018
Champions League, Europa League return and in full swing this week

While Spurs play Inter Milan at home in Champions League on Wednesday, on...

Tue, Nov 20, 2018
UEFA Nations League: Late goals earn Dutch spot in finals

Czechs beat Slovaks 1-0 to ensure Nations League B survival

Mon, Nov 19, 2018
UEFA Nations League: Uninspiring Spain beat Bosnia

A round-up of results from the Nations League matches played on Sunday

Fri, Nov 9, 2018
Europa League: Welbeck injured, Giroud ends goal drought

Arsenal and Chelsea were among seven teams to reach the Europa League...

Thu, Nov 8, 2018
Champions League PICS: Manchester Utd snatch unlikely win at Juventus

A summary of Wednesday night's matches inthe UEFA Champions League.

Wed, Nov 7, 2018
Champions League PICS: Kane revives Tottenham's hopes; Liverpool shocked

A summary of Tuesday night's matches in the UEFA champions League.

Tue, Nov 6, 2018
Did Man City, PSG breach UEFA's Financial fair play rules?

'Football Leaks' documents, showing the two clubs had inflated sponsorship...

Sat, Oct 27, 2018
Sports Shorts: Mayer and Asher-Smith are European athletes of the year

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Saturday

Thu, Oct 25, 2018
Champions League PIX: Liverpool whip Red Star, Barca sink Inter

A summary of Thursday night's UEFA Champions League matches.

Sun, Oct 14, 2018
Schumacher's son Mick wins European F3 title

Mick Schumacher, the 19-year-old son of seven-times Formula One world...

Wed, Oct 10, 2018
Can France emulate World Cup-Euro double?

The 44-year-old Pires was a member of the French side and teammate of current...

Sun, Oct 7, 2018
Stunning Farah claims Chicago Marathon for European record

After biding his time for much of the race, the British four-time Olympic...

Thu, Oct 4, 2018
Napoli's Milik robbed at gunpoint after Liverpool win, says report

The Polish player was driving through the Varcaturo district of Naples at...

Wed, Oct 3, 2018
Champions League PIX: United held by Valencia; City win

IMAGES from the Champions League matches played on Tuesday

Mon, Oct 1, 2018
Mourinho not feeling the pressure as Valencia test looms

United have struggled this season, collecting 10 points from their opening...

Sun, Sep 30, 2018
Europe regain Ryder Cup with dominant singles display

Mickelson conceded the hole after firing his tee shot into the water with...

Thu, Sep 27, 2018
Germany to host 2024 Euro football Championships

Germany and Turkey were the only candidates to stage the 24-team tournament.

Mon, Sep 24, 2018
PIX: Team Europe retain Laver Cup after epic finale!

Federer's hard-fought 6-7 (5), 7-6 (8), 10-7 victory over American John Isner...

Sat, Sep 22, 2018
Laver Cup: Europe leads despite shock defeat for Federer-Djoko

All eyes were fixed on longtime rivals Federer and Djokovic as they took the...

Fri, Sep 21, 2018
Europa League: Marseille stunned by Eintracht, Sevilla hit five

Olympique de Marseille were the fall guys on a hectic opening night of Europa...

Thu, Sep 20, 2018
Ramos beats Scholes for this unwanted Champions League record

He becomes the most booked player in the tournament's history

Champions League: Mourinho unhappy with Young Boys' artificial pitch

Mourinho praises Pogba, Shaw, Dalot after United Swiss stroll

Champions League: With Pep in the stands, City pay price for errors

Whether that unusual arrangement had any influence on untypical performance...

Champions League PICS: Real Madrid rout Roma; Lyon stun Man City

Real Madrid got their Champions League title defence off to a strong start on...

PHOTOS: Ronaldo sees red as Juventus beat Valencia

Cristiano Ronaldo's Champions League debut for Juventus lasted only 29...

Mon, Sep 17, 2018
Win and they can fight over Messi's shirt, says PSV coach Van Bommel

Barcelona host the Dutch league leaders and Van Bommel wants his players to...

Champions League: Liverpool's Firmino still in doubt for PSG clash

The Brazilian had to be substituted in the second half of his side's 2-1...

Sat, Sep 8, 2018
Nations League PICS: Russia edge Turkey, Italy hold Poland

World Cup hosts Russia got their Nations League campaign off to a flying...

Wed, Sep 5, 2018
Football Briefs: European coaches ask UEFA to review away goals rule

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Fri, Aug 31, 2018
Modric voted UEFA's Player of the Year ahead of Ronaldo, Salah

Real Madrid and Croatia midfielder Luka Modric was voted Player of the Year...

Liverpool, PSG and Napoli drawn together in Champions League

Inter Milan face Barcelona, Tottenham Hotspur and PSV Eindhoven in Group B...

Thu, Aug 30, 2018
Red Star reach Champions League group stage with Benfica, PSV

A thrilling draw away to Salzburg enabled Serbian champions Red Star Belgrade...

Tue, Aug 14, 2018
Europe may be bigger priority for Barcelona

Barcelona's last Champions League triumph came in 2015, and since then they...

Wed, Aug 8, 2018
European C'ships: Hughes, Asher-Smith complete 100m double for Britain

The race to find the continent's fastest woman saw Asher-Smith end the 100m...

Tue, Aug 7, 2018
European C'ships: Teen Kolesnikov achieves remarkable 'double-double'

The 18-year-old, who broke the world record in Saturday's 50m event, smashed...

Mon, Aug 6, 2018
FRAMED! Eye-catching images from the European Championships

The Championships that commenced on August 2, will go on till August 12. And...

European C'ships: World champ Kolesnichenko wins solo

Svetlana Kolesnichenko, the new standard bearer for artistic aquatics, added...

Sports Shorts: Peaty's record amended after timing problem at Euros

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Monday

Sun, Aug 5, 2018
European C'ship: Russia overcome pool problems to take title

Russia's familiar domination of the synchronised swimming programme at the...

Fri, Aug 3, 2018
Europa League: Burnley's progress adds urgency to transfer dealings

Burnley reached the Europa League third qualifying round with a 3-1 win over...

Thu, Aug 2, 2018
Champions League: Three former European champs progress in qualifiers

Former European champions Red Star Belgrade, Ajax Amsterdam and Celtic all...

Sat, Jul 28, 2018
Mallya's Force India put into administration; Owes Mercedes 13m euros

There has been speculation within Formula One that Lawrence Stroll, the...

Fri, Jul 13, 2018
France-Croatia final confirms Europe's World Cup dominance

A European nation is set to win the World Cup for the fourth time in a row...

Wed, Jul 11, 2018
Belgium will be back for tilt at Euro glory in 2020

Bitter defeat for Belgium in the World Cup semi-final is tempered by the fact...

Fri, Jun 15, 2018
Ronaldo 'accepts prison sentence', 18.8 million euro fine in tax case

Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo has reached a deal with the Spanish tax...

Sun, May 27, 2018
Zidane, Ronaldo set milestones with Champions League triumph

Several records and milestones were set after Real Madrid beat Liverpool 3-1...

Ronaldo hints he may leave Real Madrid

Cristiano Ronaldo may have played his last game for Real Madrid after winning...

Karius takes blame after nightmare night in Kiev

Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius accepted the blame for his team's 3-1...

Salah may miss World Cup after Champions League final injury

Liverpool's Egypt forward Mohamed Salah could miss next month's World Cup in...

PHOTOS: Ruthless Real Madrid take full advantage of Liverpool's lapses

Liverpool came into Saturday's Champions League final against Real Madrid on...

PHOTOS: Real Madrid beat Liverpool 3-1 to win UEFA Champions League title

This is Real Madrid's third consecutive Champions League title.

Fri, May 18, 2018
Video: Real captain Ramos a rapper now, releases debut single

Ramos, 32, announced debut rap composition 'SR4' little more than a week...

Portugal drop nearly half of Euro-winning squad for World Cup

Centre forward Eder, who scored the winning goal in the Euro 2016 final...

Thu, May 17, 2018
PHOTOS: Griezmann shines as Atletico thrash Marseille to win Europa League

Atletico Madrid striker Antoine Griezmann struck twice as the Spanish side...

Fri, May 4, 2018
Europa League: Costa haunts Arsenal again to send Atletico into final

Atletico Madrid striker Diego Costa haunted Arsenal again by firing his side...

Wenger very sad as Atletico ruin his Arsenal farewell

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger was sad and frustrated after missing out on the...

Wed, May 2, 2018
Marcelo admits handball after Real thwart Bayern again

Real Madrid left back Marcelo admitted he was fortunate not to concede a...

Mon, Apr 30, 2018
Real Madrid will attack Bayern, vows Zidane

Real hold a 2-1 lead after the first leg in Germany last week, however the...

Barca reign in Spain but Real's Euro-dominance rankles

Barcelona rubber-stamped a decade of domestic dominance by clinching the La...

Fri, Apr 27, 2018
Europa semi: Payet inspires Marseille to 2-0 win over Salzburg

Florian Thauvin headed in Payet's free kick after 15 minutes and Clinton Njie...

Europa League PHOTOS: How 10-man Atletico punished wasteful Arsenal

IMAGES from an exciting Europa League semi-final first leg match played at...

Tue, Apr 24, 2018
Will Europa League win be perfect send-off for Wenger?

Arsenal defender Per Mertesacker says the players are focused on winning the...

Fri, Apr 13, 2018
Europa semis: Atletico face Arsenal, Marseille drawn against Salzburg

Arsenal are not only hoping to win a first European trophy since 1994, but...

Salzburg stun Lazio as Marseille, Arsenal, Atletico reach Europa semis

Salzburg forced Lazio into a second-half capitulation as the Italians crashed...

Mon, Apr 9, 2018
Football Briefs: Ronaldo rest crucial to Madrid's European dream

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Fri, Apr 6, 2018
PHOTOS: Arsenal, Atletico close in on Europa League semis

Heavyweights Arsenal, Atletico Madrid and Lazio took big steps towards...

Thu, Apr 5, 2018
PHOTOS: Barcelona secure big win as Roma self-destruct

Barcelona capitalised on two disastrous own goals by A S Roma to thrash the...

Champions League PIX: Liverpool rout Man City at Anfield

Liverpool ripped apart Manchester City with three goals inside the opening 31...

Wed, Apr 4, 2018
Surely one of my best ever, Ronaldo on bicycle kick goal

Ronaldo's goal, when he met Dani Carvajal's cross with an incredible overhead...

Thu, Mar 15, 2018
Europa League: Wenger praises Arsenal resilience as they reach quarters

Arsene Wenger praised his Arsenal players for the 'resilient and disciplined'...

Fri, Mar 9, 2018
Football Briefs: PSG braced for fine from UEFA for fans' behaviour

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Europa League: Arsenal stun Milan 2-0, Atletico cruise to victory

IMAGES from the Europa League matches played on Thursday

Thu, Mar 8, 2018
Football Briefs: Wenger urges Arsenal to get morale-boosting Europa League win

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Mon, Feb 26, 2018
Zidane hopes Neymar overcomes injury to face Real

PSG coach Unai Emery said he wanted to be optimistic that his 222-million...

Fri, Feb 23, 2018
Europa League: Arsenal and AC Milan meet in last 16

Seven-time European champions AC Milan will face Arsenal in the standout...

Europa League: Arsenal lose and go through, Napoli win but out

Borussia Dortmund snatched a late goal at Atalanta to progress with a 1-1...

Mon, Feb 19, 2018
Champions League: Messi will look to break Blues jinx

Conte wants 'perfect game', while hoping Messi's goal drought continues

Fri, Feb 16, 2018
Europa League: Napoli lose at home, Arsenal and Milan win away

Napoli went down 3-1 at home to RB Leipzig, Arsenal and AC Milan enjoyed...

Thu, Feb 15, 2018
Real's low-cost Asensio overshadows PSG's costly buys Neymar, Mbappe

Spanish winger Asensio cost Real a mere 3.5 million euros from Mallorca in...

Thu, Dec 28, 2017
Football Briefs: Guardiola sees Barca as Euro favourites

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Tue, Dec 26, 2017
Look who overtook Messi as the top scorer in Europe

Harry Kane toppled Alan Shearer's 22-year-old record for the most Premier...

Mon, Dec 11, 2017
Champions League: Real face PSG, Chelsea play Barca in last-16

The draw was made on Monday for the Champions League round of 16.

Fri, Dec 8, 2017
Europa League: Arsenal maul Bate 6-0, Red Star advance after 26 years

Red Star, who won the European Cup in 1991 and reached the latter stages the...

Thu, Dec 7, 2017
'Zorro from Shakhtar' arrives at post-match conference!

Last month, Fonseca vowed that he would don the iconic masked vigilante's...

Champions League: Another goal-scoring record for Ronaldo

Ronaldo leads the scoring charts in the Champions League for the sixth season...

Fri, Nov 24, 2017
PHOTOS: Arsenal lose but advance; Milan, Villarreal through

AC Milan, Villarreal and Nice reached the knockout stage of the Europa League...

Wed, Nov 22, 2017
Sevilla coach's cancer revelation fuelled fight back vs Liverpool

The 48-year-old Argentine saw his side produce a stirring fight back from...

Champions League PIX: Real thrash APOEL 6-0; Liverpool held in thriller

Images from Champions League matches played across Europe on Tuesday

Fri, Nov 3, 2017
Europa League: Arsenal through, Everton go out

Troubled AC Milan were held to a goalless draw by AEK Athens

Is Spanish clubs' golden era in Europe coming to an end?

Spanish teams have ruled with an iron fist in Europe for the last few years...

Thu, Nov 2, 2017
PHOTOS: Tottenham stun champions Real Madrid

Dele Alli condemned Champions League holders Real Madrid to a horrendous...

Fri, Oct 27, 2017
Man City the 'best team in Europe'?

West Bromwich Albion, who have not won a Premier League game since the middle...

Fri, Oct 20, 2017
Europa: Giroud earns Arsenal victory; Everton lose again

A summary of Thursday's matches in Europe's second tier club football tournament

Thu, Oct 19, 2017
Champions League PICS: Barca, PSG, Manchester Utd steer clear

A summary of Wednesday's group matches in the UEFA Champions League.

Wed, Oct 18, 2017
Champions League PICS: Spurs hold Real Madrid; Liverpool hit 7

A summary of Tuesday's group matches in the UEFA Champions League.

Mon, Oct 16, 2017
Morata boosts Chelsea ahead of Champions League clash against Roma

The Spaniard missed the 2-1 defeat after injuring his hamstring against...

Sterling enjoying life with Pep... and without social media

Sterling has scored six goals in five starts for City this season and has...

'Quality' Spurs unafraid of starry Real Madrid

The Danish international scored the winner as Spurs beat Bournemouth 1-0 in...

Fri, Oct 6, 2017
FIFA 2018 WC qualifiers: Scrappy England, Germany book ticket to Russia

Images from the European World Cup qualifiers played on Thursday

Fri, Sep 29, 2017
Europa League: Giroud reaches ton in Arsenal's big win

Arsenal led a list of nine clubs who grabbed a second win in as many games in...

Thu, Sep 28, 2017
Easy for Manchester Utd; PSG rout Bayern Munich

A summary of Wednesday's matches in the UEFA Champions League.

Mon, Sep 25, 2017
Federer leads Team Europe to victory in first Laver Cup

Federer delivered in a tight 4-6 7-6(6) 11-9 win over world number 20 Nick...

Sun, Sep 24, 2017
Nadal and Federer team up to widen Europe's lead in Laver Cup

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal took care of business in their singles matches...

Sat, Sep 23, 2017
Team Europe takes lead in inaugural Laver Cup

Team Europe swept the singles matches at the inaugural Laver Cup on Friday...

Fri, Sep 15, 2017
Fan trouble mars soccer matches at European competitions

UEFA charges Arsenal and Cologne over crowd problems

Europa League: Fan trouble before Arsenal rally to win, Everton lose

Fellow Serie A sides Atalanta and Lazio also won while Portugal's Vitoria...

Real Madrid star in news. No, it's not Ronaldo

Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro has defended team mate Gareth Bale after the...

Thu, Sep 14, 2017
Of highs, lows and upsets at the UEFA Champions League

Wednesday night saw a few surprise results while a debutant club makes a mark

Ronaldo says Champions League is Real's for the taking

The reigning Ballon d'or winner gave a perfect start to his side's new...

Wenger prefers EPL glory over Europa League

Arsenal can sustain a Europa League challenge but a top-four finish in the...

Wed, Sep 13, 2017
Highlights from the opening night of UEFA Champions League...

There is never a dearth of drama in European football and here is proof...

Tue, Sep 12, 2017
Barca wary of dangerous Dybala in Champions League opener

Argentine Dybala has scored seven goals in four games for Juventus this...

Sat, Sep 2, 2017
UEFA opens Financial Fair Play investigation into PSG

French club Paris St Germain have been placed under investigation by UEFA to...

Fri, Aug 25, 2017
Pogba beats Ibra for UEFA Europa League award

Pogba, who rejoined United from Juventus last year, started all 15 games and...

Thu, Aug 24, 2017
Ronaldo beats Messi to win UEFA Player of the Year award

Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo was named UEFA's Player of the Year, beating...

Thu, Aug 17, 2017
Sports Shorts: 16-year-old Lakshya wins Bulgaria Open badminton title

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Thursday

Wed, Aug 16, 2017
Liverpool on brink of Champions League spot

Liverpool goalkeeper Simon Mignolet saved an early penalty and James Milner's...

Tue, Aug 15, 2017
Who will win UEFA player of the year award?

Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Gianluigi Buffon have been nominated for...

Wed, Aug 9, 2017
European Super Cup: Classy Real beat United

Real Madrid beat Manchester United 2-1 on Tuesday to lift the European Super...

Tue, Aug 8, 2017
Football Briefs: Rested Ronaldo ready for United in European Super Cup

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Fri, Aug 4, 2017
Football Briefs: Conte wants more signings; Lallana injured

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Mon, Jul 10, 2017
Meet the youngest Ladies European Tour winner and more...

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Monday

Wed, Jun 28, 2017
Sports Shorts: Facebook to livestream UEFA Champions League

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Wednesday

Tue, Jun 20, 2017
Spanish prosecutors accuse Mourinho of 3.3 million euro tax fraud

Spanish prosecutors said on Tuesday they had filed a claim against Manchester...

Thu, Jun 1, 2017
Zidane undecided on Bale-Isco dilemma

Real's record signing Bale has not played since injuring his groin against...

Tue, May 30, 2017
Bale says 'not 100 percent' for Champions League final

The Real Madrid forward said he is not yet fully recovered and appeared...

Fri, May 26, 2017
Beckham sold for 350,000 euros

David Beckham sold himself - or at least the chance to play in a soccer match...

Thu, May 25, 2017
PHOTOS: Manchester United outclass Ajax to win Europa League on emotional night

Manchester United's Paul Pogba and Henrikh Mkhitaryan scored a goal in each...

Wed, May 24, 2017
Europa League final importance waned after Manchester attack: Neville

'Players like Marcus Rashford and Jesse Lingard -- they've been brought up in...

Real Madrid sign 16-year-old Brazilian for 46 million euros

Real Madrid reached an agreement with Brazilian side Flamengo to sign 16-year...

Fri, May 12, 2017
United cling on against Celta in tense match to reach Europa final

Ajax to face United in final despite defeat at Lyon

Thu, May 11, 2017
'Manchester United should be embarrassed by their EPL performance'

Manchester United should be "embarrassed" at trailing Premier League leaders...

Wed, May 10, 2017
Allegri hoping Juventus can end wait for European glory

Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri shunned the plaudits after his side move...

Fri, May 5, 2017
Europa: Rashford rocket gives United away win in semi

Manchester United's teenage striker Marcus Rashford struck a stunning...

Thu, May 4, 2017
Europa League: Traore brace puts Ajax on course for final

Ajax Amsterdam produced a performance worthy of the club's illustrious past...

Wed, May 3, 2017
Atletico hoping against hope as history repeats itself at the Bernabeu

Real's victory at the Santiago Bernabeu means they are poised to knock...

All hail Ronaldo the Real Madrid centre-forward!

The Portuguese forward, who also scored a treble in the quarter-final against...

Trickster Ronaldo puts Real on verge of Champions League final

The Portuguese forward put his team on the verge of their third final in four...

Tue, May 2, 2017
Preview: Free-scoring Mbappe and Monaco face Juventus wall

Mbappe, 18, has scored 18 goals in his last 18 competitive games, including...

Sports Shorts: Europe calls for new record ratification laws

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Tuesday

Sat, Apr 29, 2017
Jehan becomes first Indian on pole in FIA F3 European C'ship

Jehan's rookie year in F3 got off to a solid start in the previous weekend at...

Mon, Apr 24, 2017
Can faltering Liverpool keep European hopes alive?

'I think they're in a big fight now'

Euro football round-up: Juve thump Genoa; Monaco edge Lyon

A summary of results from matches played in the Italian Serie A and Ligue 1

Fri, Apr 21, 2017
Europa League draw: United to face Celta Vigo in last four

The return fixtures will be played on May 11 and the final in Stockholm on...

Europa: Rashford scores winner but United suffer Ibrahimovic blow

Manchester United needed an extra-time winner from Marcus Rashford to defeat...

Europa League: Ajax stun Schalke, Lyon win

Ajax Amsterdam, trailing 3-0 and down to 10 men, scored two late goals to...

Wed, Apr 19, 2017
Don't boo me, I'm always trying: Ronaldo tells Real Madrid fans

'I'm not asking them to name streets after me, the only thing I ask is that...

Mon, Apr 17, 2017
India colts to face European clubs as preparation for U-17 football WC

After taking on Vitoria de Setubal at Troia, the team will cross swords...

Euro football: Celta sink Granada; Ligue 1 game abandoned

Bastia game abandoned after fans attack Lyon players

Fri, Apr 14, 2017
Europa League: Ajax win, United held, trouble delays match at Lyon

European football was given good and bad reminders of its past on Thursday...

Thu, Apr 13, 2017
Centurion Ronaldo reaches another milestone

Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo may be on course for his worst domestic goal...

No evidence to link suspect to Dortmund bus attack

Islamist arrested over Dortmund bus attack was IS member in Iraq

Controversial Griezmann penalty gives Atletico edge over Leicester

The France striker was fouled by Leicester's Marc Albrighton on the edge of...

Champions League PIX: How Real Madrid rallied to victory over Bayern

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score 100 goals in UEFA...

Day after bus blast Dortmund put the 'beautiful game' in perspective

'Until I was on the pitch in the second half, I didn't think about football'

'UEFA treated it as if a beer can had been thrown at the bus'

The match was immediately rescheduled for Wednesday and Monaco ran out 3-2...

Dortmund's Bartra recovering well after injuries from bus blast

Bartra, who joined Dortmund for 8 million euros ($8.49 million) from...

Wed, Apr 12, 2017
'Every Europa League game like a final for Manchester United'

'The Europa League is a massive thing for us now -- it's a trophy and it...

Messi successor 'Jewel' Dybala enjoys childhood dream

Paulo Dybala said his two-goal performance against Barcelona on Tuesday was...

Player injured in Borussia Dortmund bus blast; match rescheduled

At least one person has been injured by an explosion on the bus taking the...

Mon, Apr 3, 2017
Euro football: Juve hold out for tense draw at Napoli, Milan held

A round-up of the top-flight football matches played across Italy and Germany...

Tue, Mar 28, 2017
Europa League could be United's best route to Champions League: Fergie

'Jose's been a bit unlucky because they've been absolutely brilliant in most...

Fri, Mar 24, 2017
Tottenham's Alli suspended for three European games

Alli was dismissed for a wild challenge on Gent's Brecht Dejaegere in the...

Thu, Mar 23, 2017
UEFA mulls squad limits, transfer market changes

'We do have to examine new mechanisms like luxury taxes and in particular...

Sun, Mar 19, 2017
Euro football: Inter's Champions League hopes dented, Nice held

Romelu Lukakuare still five points off the Champions League places after...

Fri, Mar 17, 2017
Olympian Bindra reveals he suffered from neurological condition in 2014

Bindra, who won a gold medal in 10m Air Rifle event in the 2008 Beijing...

PHOTOS: United, Schalke and Ajax into Europa League last eight

Schalke 04 hit back from two goals down to draw 2-2 and overcome fellow...

Mon, Mar 13, 2017
Euro football: Roma and Napoli win 3-0; PSG beat Lorient

A round-up of matches played in the Serie A and French Ligue 1 on Sunday

Fri, Mar 10, 2017
After Camp Nou loss, PSG players confronted by angry fans at airport

Police have launched an investigation after Paris St Germain's players were...

Europa League: United earn draw at Rostov, Lyon beat Roma 4-2

Europa League favourites Manchester United secured a 1-1 draw on a threadbare...

Thu, Mar 9, 2017
The GREATEST comebacks in UEFA Champions League history

Following this stunning turn-around of fortunes for Barcelona, here is a...

Aubameyang hat-trick leads Dortmund into last eight

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang grabbed a hat-trick as Borussia Dortmund crushed...

Barca's night of miracle will prompt lots of love making: Pique

Barcelona's amazing 6-1 victory over Paris St Germain on Wednesday that sent...

Where did PSG lose the plot? Emery searches for answers

Paris St Germain coach Unai Emery cursed his side for switching off in the...

Fri, Feb 24, 2017
Manchester United handed tough Europa league draw

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho said Friday's draw for the last 16 of...

PHOTOS: Spurs exit Europa League, Lyon in seventh heaven

Tottenham Hotspur's Europa League hopes were crushed by mid-table Belgian...

Sun, Feb 19, 2017
Farah bows out indoors with European record

Mo Farah ended his indoor career with a new European record, winning the...

Fri, Feb 17, 2017
'Too noisy, too funny, too relaxed'

Mourinho miffed at United players' attitude in St Etienne win

It's raining hat-tricks in the Europa League!

United's Ibrahimovic, Roma's Dzeko find the net thrice to give clubs first...

Thu, Feb 16, 2017
Euro football clouded with match-fixing and doping allegations

A total of 18 people, including three soccer players, are to stand trial for...

Zidane reckons game still open despite Real's first leg advantage

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane warned that it was still all to play for in...

Wed, Feb 15, 2017
Can Maradona inspire Napoli to continue unbeaten run against Real?

An estimated 10,000 Napoli supporters, including the team's most famous...

Thu, Feb 9, 2017
Euro football: Dortmund beat Hertha on penalties in German Cup

Borussia Dortmund beat Hertha Berlin 3-2 on penalties to reach the German Cup...

Wed, Feb 8, 2017
Euro football: Bayern into last eight with narrow Wolfsburg win

Bayern Munich's Douglas Costa scored a first-half winner as the holders did...

Thu, Feb 2, 2017
Euro football round-up: Totti's stoppage-time penalty sinks Cesena

AS Roma needed a penalty from 40-year-old forward Francesco Totti in the...

Wed, Jan 11, 2017
Euro 2016 gave France massive financial boost

Last year's European Championship soccer tournament generated a 1.22 billion...

Sun, Jan 8, 2017
Europe football: Napoli snatch 95th minute win against 10-man Sampdoria

Draxler makes PSG debut as holders advance into French Cup last 32

Tue, Jan 3, 2017
For Kerala, ISL 3 finale was bigger than Euro 2016 final

Hero ISL received, in its third edition, a total viewership of 216 million as...

Fri, Dec 30, 2016
FLASHBACK! BEST Sports Photos from 2016 - Part 3

As we prepare to cruise into the New Year, Rediff.com gives you a glance...

Ronaldo rejects 300 million euro move to China, reveals agent

Speaking to Sky Italia at the Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai, Jorge Mendes said...

Thu, Dec 29, 2016
FLASHBACK! BEST Sports Photos from 2016 - Part 2

As we prepare to cruise into the New Year, Rediff.com gives you a glance...

Thu, Dec 22, 2016
Euro football shorts: Bayern down Leipzig; PSG snap winless streak

Bayern Munich put upstarts RB Leipzig firmly in their place by sweeping to an...

Mon, Dec 12, 2016
Euro football PHOTOS: Juve snatch win in Turin derby; Schalke lose

Juventus striker Gonzalo Higuain again showed his killer instinct with two...

Fri, Dec 9, 2016
PHOTOS: Mkhitaryan sparkles as United reach Europa last 32

Goals from Henrikh Mkhitaryan, who made a mockery of his two-month exile from...

Wed, Dec 7, 2016
Play stopped at Ladies European Tour event after caddie dies

The first round of the Dubai Ladies Masters golf tournament was suspended on...

Mon, Dec 5, 2016
Euro football: Roma win bloody derby; Hamburg record 1st win

Photos from the football matches played in the Serie A, Bundesliga and French...

Sat, Dec 3, 2016
Euro football: Napoli rediscover scoring touch; Bayern back on top

Napoli rediscovered their scoring touch as they brushed aside Inter Milan 3-0...

Mon, Nov 28, 2016
No European football has Chelsea in advantageous position

Chelsea forward Eden Hazard expects ManchesterCity and Liverpool to be the...

Sun, Nov 27, 2016
Euro soccer: Monaco down Marseille to go top; Bayern end winless streak

Monaco's firepower was far too hot to handle for Olympique de Marseille as...

Fri, Nov 25, 2016
PHOTOS: Rooney ignites Man Utd; Inter slump out of Europe

An inspired Wayne Rooney became Manchester United's all-time leading...

Mon, Nov 21, 2016
Justin Bieber trains with Neymar at FC Barcelona

Canadian pop sensation Justin Bieber had a fan boy moment when he visited the...

Domestic slump aside, Leicester target last 16 in Europe

At the start of the season Leicester City fans could hardly have imagined...

Messi boost for Barcelona ahead of Celtic game

Lionel Messi returned to training on Monday after recovering from a stomach...

Mon, Nov 7, 2016
Euro round-up: Leipzig go level with leaders Bayern; PSG win

RB Leipzig continued their remarkable first season in the Bundesliga when...

Fri, Nov 4, 2016
Mourinho's woes continue as Manchester United lose again

Manchester United's woes deepened as stunning goals by Moussa Sow and...

Thu, Nov 3, 2016
Europa preview: Mourinho still excited about United despite poor start

In just a few months at Old Trafford, Jose Mourinho has been dismissed from...

Champions League PIX: Real salvage draw in 3-3 thriller at Warsaw

Mateo Kovacic's late strike avoided embarrassment for Real Madrid as the...

Wed, Nov 2, 2016
Real's Champions League tie to be played in empty Legia stadium

'There is no advantage. I always prefer to play in front of supporters even...

Champions League PHOTOS: PSG advance; Napoli draw at Besiktas

Thomas Meunier volleyed a spectacular last-minute goal to give Paris St...

Mon, Oct 31, 2016
Aguero's inclusion could give City much-needed boost vs Barca

Manchester City cannot afford another defeat on Tuesday at home to Barcelona,...

World Cup-winning manager Loew wants to guide Germany to Euro glory

Extends contract up to 2020

Euro round-up: Milan climb to third; Fifth straight win for Hoffenheim

Giacomo Bonaventura's free kick earned Milan a 1-0 win over Pescara to move...

Fri, Oct 21, 2016
Europa League PIX: Pogba nets twice as Man United trounce Fenerbahce

Paul Pogba repaid some of his world record transfer fee with two goals as...

Thu, Oct 20, 2016
Suarez picks up European Golden Shoe

Luis Suarez has received a second European Golden Shoe of his career after...

Enrique and Guardiola praise carefree Messi

'We saw Messi play like a kid in the school playground today'

Champions League PIX: Messi treble grounds City; Arsenal thrash Ludo

Images from the UEFA Champions League matches played across Europe on Wednesday

Wed, Oct 19, 2016
Champions League PHOTOS: Leicester close in on knock-outs, Sevilla win

Images from Champions League matches played across Europe on Tuesday

Champions League PIX: Five-star Real hammer Warsaw; Spurs held

Images from Champions League matches played across Europe on Tuesday

City's Guardiola makes emotional return to Barca

Pep Guardiola's formidable managerial skills will be put to the test again...

Tue, Oct 18, 2016
Champions League: In-form Spurs start favourites against Leverkusen

It is a mark of how far Tottenham Hotspur have come that they start as...

FIVE ways Barcelona have evolved without Guardiola

As Barcelona prepare to welcome back Pep Guardiola to the Nou Camp for...

Mon, Oct 17, 2016
UEFA CL: Walcott warns against complacency despite superb form

Arsenal striker Theo Walcott expects Bulgarian side Ludogorets to be fearful...

Fri, Oct 14, 2016
Europe barred by FIFA from bidding for 2026 World Cup

European countries will be able to bid to host the 2026 World Cup only if...

Fri, Sep 30, 2016
PHOTOS: United edge past Zorya, Inter suffer more Europa woe

Inter Milan's aversion to Europa League football continued with a 3-1 defeat...

Thu, Sep 29, 2016
Guardiola on the lessons for City after draw vs Celtic

Manager Pep Guardiola tempered his delight at ManchesterCity's ability to...

Champions League: Barca rally to down Gladbach; Atletico beat Bayern

Barcelona battled back from a goal down and scored twice in the second half...

Tue, Sep 27, 2016
'Atletico proved any team can win the Champions League'

Tottenham Hotspur defender Toby Alderweireld insists his run to the Champions...

Champions League: Celtic braced for Manchester City raiders

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has a goalkeeping dilemma to resolve before...

Thu, Sep 22, 2016
'London is perfect choice for Euro 2020 final'

New UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin believes London is the perfect choice...

Fri, Sep 16, 2016
Did FIFA chief Infantino lobby for new UEFA president?

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has dismissed as "imagination and lies" any...

Europa League's STUNNING night! United beaten by Feyenoord; Inter lose

Three time European champions Inter Milan were stunned 2-0 at home by Israeli...

Wed, Sep 14, 2016
Meet UEFA's new president, Slovenia's Ceferin

Aleksander Ceferin, the president of Slovenia's football federation, was...

Mon, Sep 12, 2016
European football SPLIT

UEFA elects a new president on Wednesday whose main task will be to stop what...

Thu, Sep 8, 2016
UEFA under fire following changes to Champions League

The recently-announced changes to the Champions League are detrimental to...

Sat, Sep 3, 2016
Manchester United leave out Schweinsteiger from Europa League squad

Bastian Schweinsteiger has been left out of Manchester United's Europa League...

Mon, Aug 29, 2016
Sterling, Lewandowski dominate European football weekend

Heavyweight trio Manchester City, Manchester United and Chelsea kept up their...

Fri, Aug 26, 2016
Ronaldo says Griezmann deserved Best Player in Europe award

After being named this year's UEFA's Best Player in Europe, Portugal and Real...

UEFA keeps it in the family as Champions League changed

The top four European leagues will each have four guaranteed places in the...

Is Manchester United ready for Europa League?

We want to fight for that title and we are very excited to see the draw, says...

West Ham ousted by Romanian Astra in Europa playoff

Romanians Astra handed West Ham United their first competitive defeat at the...

PHOTOS: Ronaldo is UEFA's 2015-16 'Best Player in Europe'

Cristiano Ronaldo has been voted UEFA's 2015-16 Best Player in Europe ahead...

Wed, Aug 24, 2016
Man United will be Schweinsteiger's last European club

Manchester United midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger says he will not play for...

Thu, Aug 18, 2016
Europe's top Olympic official arrested in ticketing probe at Rio Games

Brazilian police arrested Europe's top Olympic official in an early morning...

Wed, Aug 10, 2016
UEFA Super Cup: Carvajal helps Real win thriller against Sevilla

Dani Carvajal scored a stunning late goal as Champions League winners Real...

Sat, Aug 6, 2016
UEFA Best Player award: Vote

Real Madrid duo Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale are in the running with...

Fri, Aug 5, 2016
Champions League draw: City face Steaua Bucharest in playoff

Pep Guardiola's ManchesterCity will play Romanian side Steaua Bucharest in...

Europa League: West Ham start life at new home with emphatic win

West Ham United marked their first match at the Olympic Stadium with a 3-0...

Thu, Aug 4, 2016
UEFA Champions League: Classy Klaassen helps Ajax progress

Former European Cup winners Celtic and Ajax Amsterdam safely negotiated...

Mon, Jul 18, 2016
La Liga players dominate UEFA's Best Player in Europe shortlist

La Liga players dominate this year's Best Player in Europe shortlist,...

Euro 2016: Thousands arrested in global football gambling raids

More than 4,000 people have been arrested worldwide and more than $13 million...

Fri, Jul 15, 2016
Belgium sack coach Wilmots after Euros disappointment

Belgium sacked national coach Marc Wilmots on Friday after their highly...

Eager Nani sets sights on Valencia's European return

Nani, who was recently crowned European champion with Portugal, wants to help...

Thu, Jul 14, 2016
FIFA Rankings: Portugal climb two places; Wales, Iceland see big jump

Cristiano Ronaldo-led Euro 2016 champions, Portugal inched closer to the...

Tue, Jul 12, 2016
Germany's coach Loew to stay on despite Euro disappointment

Germany's Joachim Loew said he would stay on to lead the World Cup winners to...

Euro 2016: Team of the Tournament revealed; Bale misses out

The Euro 2016 has come to an end with Portugal defeating hosts France on...

Mon, Jul 11, 2016
Antoine Griezmann named player of the European Championship

France forward Antoine Griezmann was named player of the tournament on Monday...

Euro 2016: Champions Portugal fly home to hero's welcome

Thousands of fans greeted Euro 2016 champions Portugal as they landed in...

Expanded Euro format did Portugal a favour

The expanded European soccer Championship format with 24 teams in the finals...

Euro 2016: How Portugal proved they are not one man army

Portugal proved they can flourish without their talismanic forward Cristiano...

Euro 2016: Tear gas, water cannon used at fan zone

French police fired tear gas to disperse dozens of people trying to enter the...

It's ours! Portuguese media hails Euro 2016 triumph

Portugal's triumphant soccer team arrive home later on Monday on a plane...

Ronaldo's five records in Euro history

Cristiano Ronaldo is a colossal figure in club football having completed a...

Euro: Portugal wonderkid Renato Sanches wins Young Player award

Portugal midfielder Renato Sanches has been named as the Young Player of the...

Euro 2016: One of the happiest moments of my career, says Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo wept tears of despair then tears of joy as Portugal stunned...

Euro 2016: Antoine Griezmann wins Golden Boot

Griezmann finished on the losing side in the Euro final but the France...

There are no words to comfort my players, says France coach

France coach Didier Deschamps did not hide his bitter disappointment after...

Losing to Ronaldo again sucks, says Griezmann

Losing a final to Cristiano Ronaldo has become an unfortunate habit for...

Ronaldo the cheerleader or assistant manager?

When you're a star as big as Cristiano Ronaldo, it's very difficult to fade...

Ronaldo goes from agony to ecstasy as Portugal triumph

He has won it all at club level and has three world player of the year awards...

Ronaldo celebrates Euro win with Ferguson

Cristiano Ronaldo celebrated his nation's maiden Euro 2016 victory with a...

Jubilant Portugal fans hit the streets after Euro triumph

Portugal erupted into jubilation on Sunday as the country defeated France to...

Euro final: When Ronaldo's prediction came true

Cristiano Ronaldo predicted Portugal's Euro 2016 hero Eder would score the...

Portugal beat France to win Euro 2016 title

Portugal won their first Euro title after defeating France 1-0 at the Stade...

'Messi' moth buzzing around Ronaldo breaks Twitter

As Ronaldo cried over his fate while the moth sat on his eye, some smart folk...

Sun, Jul 10, 2016
Euro 2016: Portugal look to spoil French party in final

Hosts France are aiming to win their third European Championship on Sunday...

France's Sagna, Lloris relish end of long journey back to the top

A lot has changed for France goalkeeper and captain Hugo Lloris and defender...

Sat, Jul 9, 2016
French President believes Euro win would boost nation's morale

A victory for France over Portugal in Sunday's European soccer Championship...

Euro final: French defender Sagna 'not afraid' of Ronaldo challenge

France right back Bacary Sagna will face the daunting task of keeping a close...

'Griezmann in same league as Ronaldo, Messi'

France right back Bacary Sagna said teammate Antoine Griezmann now belonged...

Euro final: Portugal boosted by return of Pepe to training

Euro 2016 finalists Portugal received a boost on Saturday when central...

Meet Deschamps, France football's coach-cum-philosopher

Didier Deschamps, who captained France to both World Cup and European...

The No 7 shirt set to take centre stage at Euro 2016 final

The fate of Sunday's intriguing European Championship final between France...

Boyish Griezmann shapes himself into France's superhero at Euro

The 25-year-old striker, who stands 1.76 metres tall, caught the eye on the...

Ronaldo has the opportunity to leave Messi in the shade

If history ultimately judges the finest talents by their achievements on the...

Wales welcomed home by hundreds of thousands of fans

Chris Coleman's team, featuring in a major tournament for the first time...

Fri, Jul 8, 2016
Euro: Griezmann and Ronaldo clash in final for second time in 6 weeks

When France meet Portugal in Sunday's Euro 2016 final, the outcome is likely...

Euro: Deschamps bids for captain and coach double

Didier Deschamps has let his hair go grey naturally since the last time he...

Euro: Griezmann extends lead over Ronaldo for Golden Boot

Following his heroics against world champions Germany in the semifinal at...

Euro: 5 reasons why World champions Germany failed

World champions Germany will not be present at the Euro 2016 final in Paris...

England's Clattenburg to referee Euro 2016 final

England's Mark Clattenburg will be the referee for Sunday's European...

France again have a hero, a striker who can make them win tournaments

France have found a new hero in Antoine Griezmann and the striker has his...

We were the better team, says beaten Germany coach Loew

Germany were the better team in their 2-0 loss to France in the Euro 2016...

Euro 2016: What France must do before the final...

France may have ousted rivals Germany for the first time in 58 years but it...

How France hero Griezmann swapped tears for joy...

Antoine Griezmann had plenty of painful memories to erase in Thursday's...

Euro 2016: Griezmaan fires France past Germany to take on Portugal in final

Two goals from Antoine Griezmann helped hosts France overcome world champions...

Thu, Jul 7, 2016
Euro 2016: We've only just to begun to live, believes Bale

Wales will move higher than their richer rivals and neighbours England when...

Euro 2016: Santos orchestrates Portugal's tactical renaissance

Portugal head into Sunday's Euro 2016 final after another disciplined...

How the Portuguese press reacted to Ronaldo's heroics...

Portugal's press gave a big salute to Cristiano Ronaldo and the entire...

Euro 2016: Three main reasons why Wales lost...

Wales manager Chris Coleman said he was 'immensely proud' of his team after...

This is what Ronaldo told Bale after the semis...

Cristiano Ronaldo was seen consoling Gareth Bale after the final whistle, and...

Cristiano Ronaldo's most modest quote!

Cristiano Ronaldo said he is not obsessed by breaking records and believes...

'Time to give Portugal some credit'

Portugal coach Fernando Santos said it was time to give credit to his team...

Love him, loathe him but Ronaldo delivers on big stage!

There is no denying Cristiano Ronaldo delivers when it matters most.

Euro 2016: Ronaldo, Nani power Portugal into final

Cristiano Ronaldo and Nani struck in quick succession early in the second...

Ronaldo ties record for all-time Euro goals

Portugal hero Cristiano Ronaldo has created another record after scoring the...

Euro: Germany can draw on Brazil rout to offset home advantage

In the history of football there has been no more devastating nullification...

Wed, Jul 6, 2016
Euro 2016: France bid to end 58-year run of losing to Germans

Coach Didier Deschamps believes his players are ready to write a new page in...

Griezmann and Pogba step into massive boots of Platini and Zidane

Used to relying heavily on one key player for their European glory in the...

Euro 2016: High payoff for Marc Wilmots a hurdle for Belgian FA

A payoff of at least one million euros ($1.11 million) for Belgium soccer...

Euro 2016: Germany forced to make key changes for semi-final

Germany coach Joachim Loew has been forced to make changes to his team for...

Euro 2016: Greek lessons and pragmatism key to Portugal's progress

Having reached the Euro 2016 semi-finals without winning a game in 90 minutes...

Euro 2016: UEFA tells Wales to keep their children off the pitch

The sight of Welsh players bringing kids on to the pitch after their...

Euro 2016: Portugal defender Pepe doubtful for semi-final

Centre-half Pepe is doubtful for Portugal's Euro 2016 semi-final against...

Flashback PHOTOS: Semi-finalists Portugal at the Euros

Here is a look at what happened in their previous Euro semis...

Tue, Jul 5, 2016
UEFA deems new 24-team Euro format a success

UEFA believes the 24-team format introduced for the first time at Euro 2016...

PHOTOS: How they celebrated at Euro 2016

Rediff.com presents a flashback of those moments at Euro 2016 that personify...

Time for German youngsters to step up against 'favourites' France

France are favourites in the Euro 2016 semi-final against injury-hit Germany...

Euro: Ronaldo, Bale take different approaches to leadership role

In playing terms, both are the leaders of their teams but they take very...

Euro: Wales out to inflict more semi-final woe on Portugal

It will be virgin territory for Wales when they face Portugal in the Euro...

Euro 2016: Bale plays down importance of Ronaldo duel

Gareth Bale says Wales' Euro 2016 semi-final against Portugal on Wednesday...

Mon, Jul 4, 2016
Land of geysers and glaciers can generate footballers too

Iceland's run to the quarter-finals of Euro 2016 showed that a Nordic island...

Euro 2016: France euphoria is extra motivation, says German coach Leow

The host nation's bulging euphoria over France's Euro 2016 semi-final...

Euro 2016: Portugal defender Pepe misses training

Portugal defender Pepe missed a training session on Monday as a precaution...

Euro 2016: Meet the four semi-finalists

Hosts France have sealed the last semi-final spot and will meet World...

Euro 2016: Germany's Khedira out of semi-final v France

Germany's holding midfielder Sami Khedira will miss their Euro 2016...

Why Wales boss refuses to consider England job...

Wales manager Chris Coleman has poured cold water on the possibility of him...

Euro 2016: Who will win the Golden Boot award?

The race for Golden Boot award at the 2016 Euro Championship heats up with...

How UEFA can avoid repeat of Euro 2016 violence...

Russia was among 14 countries which signed a convention between the Council...

Euro 2016: Why Germany should be wary of France

After tweaking his formation and starting lineup at Euro 2016, France coach...

How Iceland's historic journey came to an end...

Iceland failed to use their brains in Sunday's 5-2 defeat to France at Euro...

After ending Iceland's dream, Germany next on France's platter

France's players immediately turned their minds to a semi-final with Germany...

Here's why Olivier Giroud is trending...

Forward Olivier Giroud, jeered by France supporters barely a month ago, won...

Euro: France end Iceland fairy tale in 5-2 quarter-final decimation

France decimated Iceland in a 5-2 win to end the Nordic nations Euro 2016...

Euro: Germany's Gomez out; Khedira, Schweinsteiger doubtful for semis

Germany's Mario Gomez has been ruled out of the rest of Euro 2016 with a...

Sun, Jul 3, 2016
Why Italy's Conte is Euro's most flamboyant boss...

Antonio Conte far exceeded expectations with a limited Italy squad at Euro...

How German stars failed to shine but youth showed experience

Germany's younger generation can rightfully feel they are the ones to be...

Mournful Conte bids farewell to Italy, looking forward to Chelsea adventure

Antonio Conte bowed out as Italy coach on Saturday after a Euro 2016 shootout...

Germany v Italy: Was it the worst shootout in history of Euros?

Germany's players hailed their first victory against Italy in a major...

Meet the unexpected heroes of Germany

Germany coach Joachim Loew and goalkeeper Manuel Neuer praised the team's...

Euro 2016: Germany beat Italy in epic penalty shootout

Germany defeated old rivals Italy 6-5 in a penalty shootout at Euro 2016 with...

Euro 2016: We can win it, says Iceland captain

Captain Aron Gunnarsson says Iceland will take inspiration from fellow...

Sat, Jul 2, 2016
Euro 2016: The day France laughed before playing Iceland

In September 1998, the France players nearly created a diplomatic incident...

Euro: 'Iceland deserve to be where they are'

France realise how dangerous Iceland can be from long throw-ins and have been...

Euro 2016: Welsh underdogs revel in greatest night with Belgium win

Ecstatic Wales coach Chris Coleman praised his "soldiers" after a shock 3-1...

This tactical disaster cost Belgium at Euro 2016

Wales's Euro 2016 victory over Belgium, officially the second-best team in...

Euro: Wales demolish Belgium to reach first ever semi-final

Rampant Wales defeated Belgium 3-1 to reach the Euro 2016 semi-finals with a...

Fri, Jul 1, 2016
Polish progress eases pain of penalty heartache

Polish fans had bittersweet feelings about their quarter-final exit from Euro...

Euro 2016: How minnows are causing upsets...

Whether it is Greece's victory at Euro 2004, Denmark's success in 1992 or...

Talented players, dull matches... 'anything is possible' for Portugal

Portugal continue to be a paradox at Euro 2016, reaching the semi-finals...

Euro Preview: Can Germany snap out of Italy nightmare?

Title contenders Germany will come face to face with their ultimate...

Euro 2016: Captain Ronaldo produces another disappointing show

Portugal entered the Euro 2016 quarter-final after defeating Poland 5-3 on...

Reaching Euro 2016 semis 'a dream' for Portugal's youngsters

Portuguese coach Fernando Santos said his hardest task will be keeping his...

Euro 2016: When Portugal's starlet Sanches overshadowed star Ronaldo

Portugal coach Fernando Santos turned to teenager Renato Sanches in a bid to...

Manager of Spain's 'invincibles', Del Bosque to retire

Former Sevilla coach Joaquin Caparros and current Granada manager Paco Jemez...

Flamboyant Conte roars out of garage and burns up grass

Antonio Conte, who spends matches ranting incessantly at his players and the...

PHOTOS: The Icelandic saga at Euros

The smallest country ever to compete at the Euros surprised soccer fans...

Portugal beat Poland in shootout to reach Euro semis

A superb shootout save by Portugal's Rui Patricio allowed Ricardo Quaresma to...

Thu, Jun 30, 2016
Euro: UEFA to hold "moment of applause" for Istanbul attack victims

European soccer body UEFA will hold a "moment of applause" before the Poland...

Euro 2016: Problems in defense for France in Iceland challenge

France coach Didier Deschamps, who has kept tinkering with his squad since...

Euro 2016: Don't have any Italy trauma, says Germany's Kroos

German players have no interest in thinking about past losing battles against...

Wake up France! Iceland next, says Evra

France, who have earned a reputation for leaving it late at this European...

Euro 2016: It's Bale vs Hazard as Wales faces 'home team' Belgium

Wales are happy to cast themselves as underdogs in their Euro 2016...

Euro 2016: Bruising Chiellini leaves opponents breathless

Giorgio Chiellini, famously bitten by Uruguay forward Luis Suarez during a...

Euro 2016: Italian defender Chiellini 'fears domino effect' of Brexit

When Britain's voters sent shockwaves through the continent last week by...

Euro 2016: Favourite Southgate 'does not want England job'

Gareth Southgate, the bookmakers' favourite to be the new England manager,...

Portugal wonderkid Sanches draws parallels with Dutchman Davids

One of Europe's most expensive teenagers Renato Sanches has yet to nail down...

Portugal keep faith in 'amazing' captain Ronaldo

Talismanic Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo struggled against Croatia...

Euro 2016: Injured De Rossi set to miss quarters

Italy midfielder Daniele De Rossi looks unlikely to face Germany in...

Euro 2016: Portugal and the untying of the proverbial Gordian Knot

'I think it's a 50-50 match. My players know that. They (Poland) are here on...

Wed, Jun 29, 2016
Euro 2016: How the last 8 teams measure up

With eight teams remaining at Euro 2016, a guide to the form of the...

Euro 2016: Resistance to change in Spain despite exit

The suggestion that Spain need to change their playing style is already...

Euro 2016: Germany desperate to rewrite history vs Italy

Germany are determined to snap their tournament losing streak to Italy dating...

Euro 2016: Lewandowski takes on less glamorous role for Poland

It is a measure of the importance of captain Robert Lewandowski to Poland...

Euro 2016: Spain veteran Casillas hints at retirement

Spain goalkeeper Iker Casillas has given a strong indication that he will...

Euro 2016: Iceland want Leicester-type ending

Surprise Euro 2016 quarter-finalists Iceland want a fairytale ending to their...

How Iceland's Cinderella story is a model for others...

Iceland's fairytale progress to the last eight of the European Championship...

Euro Preview: Ronaldo poses biggest threat to Polish defense

Poland have an impressive defensive record at Euro 2016 but standing in their...

Tue, Jun 28, 2016
Euro exit: English WAGs comfort the stars

The Wives and girlfriends of the England stars playing in cash-rich Premier...

Here's why Podolski is critical of 'stupid' expanded Euro format

Germany forward Lukas Podolski has criticised the new 24-team format for the...

Euro exit: What England need to learn from failure...

Goalkeeper Joe Hart has urged the youngsters in the England squad to learn...

How the British media reacted to England's worst loss...

England's soccer journalists left their readers with no illusions on Tuesday...

'It's a really sad time to be English'

Soccer fans mock as England dumped out of Europe twice in a week.

England's defeat by Iceland a perfectly logical result

England's 2-1 defeat by Iceland at Euro 2016 may have looked like one of the...

Did England think it would be a walk in the park?

The greatest achievement in Iceland's soccer history came more easily than...

England manager Hodgson quits after Euro 2016 exit

England soccer coach Roy Hodgson's four-year reign came to an abrupt end...

Euro 2016: England suffer embarrassing exit vs superb Iceland

Iceland pulled off one of the greatest shocks in European Championship...

Euro 2016: Club spirit saw Italy brush aside Spain

Forget Italy's image of Catenaccio (or "door chain defence"). Antonio Conte's...

Euro 2016: Italy defeat shows Spain's golden era ended

Like an ailing heavyweight, Spain and their hopes of a third straight...

Mon, Jun 27, 2016
Euro 2016: Italy knock out holders Spain; face Germany next

Holders Spain were knocked out of Euro 2016 in a 2-0 defeat by Italy on...

Euro 2016: Belgian fan club founder dies after match

The founder of the supporters club of the Belgian national team died of a...

Portugal's coach makes all players feel important: Fonte

'If the coach considers it, I am ready to play the next game'

Starting 11? Flexibility is the name of the game for Germany

Germany coach Joachim Loew has not used the same starting 11 in any of his...

England's Hodgson dismisses report of Rooney-Vardy rift

England manager Roy Hodgson has dismissed 'salacious' suggestions of a...

Germany's Draxler is only missing piece in Loew's puzzle

Germany's coach Joachim Loew looks to have found the last piece of his jigsaw...

Why Belgium players don't want to talk about Euro final...

Belgium's Euro 2016 title credentials were boosted by a big win over Hungary...

Euro 2016: Hazard-inspired Belgium crush Hungary

An early Toby Alderweireld header was the prelude to three late goals that...

Euro 2016: Spain coach expects the 'real Italy' to turn up

Spain boss Vicente del Bosque is not expecting a repeat of their crushing 4-0...

Sun, Jun 26, 2016
Euro 2016: Germany delivers complete performance in Slovakia rout

Germany thumped Slovakia 3-0 with goals from Jerome Boateng, Mario Gomez and...

Euro 2016: We're like an army taking on England, says Iceland coach

Iceland joint-coach Heimir Hallgrimsson likened his team to an army on Sunday...

Euro 2016: Ireland coach complains about preparation time after defeat

Ireland manager Martin O'Neill complained that France had far more time to...

Euro 2016: France's Griezmann spreads wings with perfect timing

France striker Antoine Griezmann had looked slightly below par in their...

Euro 2016: Griezmann leads France back from deficit to beat Ireland

Hosts France came from behind to beat 10-man Ireland 2-1 and reach the Euro...

Euro 2016: How Portugal can muddle their way to the final

After teetering on the brink of first-round elimination and being involved in...

Euro: Mouth-watering clash of styles as Spain take on Italy

Spain, chasing an unprecedented third successive European Championship title...

Euro: England risk ultimate slip against upstarts Iceland

Iceland have already exceeded expectations by qualifying second in their...

Euro 2016: Quaresma gives Portugal last-gasp win over Croatia

Substitute Ricardo Quaresma turned in three minutes from the end of extra...

Sat, Jun 25, 2016
Euro 2016: Northern Ireland own goal sends Wales into last 8

Wales reached the Euro 2016 quarter-finals with a 1-0 win over Northern...

Euro 2016: Poland sink Switzerland on penalties to reach quarters

Poland reached the quarter-finals of Euro 2016 on Saturday when they beat...

Shaqiri's overhead goal draws similarities with goals of yore

Switzerland's Xherdan Shaqiri astonishing equalising goal against Poland in...

Swiss Shaqiri's stunning goal counts for nothing eventually

Switzerland's Xherdan Shaqiri finally made his mark at Euro 2016 with an...

Euro 2016: 'Laughing De Bruyne can be Belgium's key man'

Belgium coach Marc Wilmots insists Kevin De Bruyne is enjoying his football...

Euro: 10 Spain players drug tested by UEFA

Two-time defending champions Spain's preparations for their Euro last 16...

Kerber eyes German Wimbledon-Euros double

Angelique Kerber is looking forward to a potential German sporting double...

Henry handball no matter of revenge for Ireland, feels French team

Thierry Henry's infamous handball in a qualification playoff game for the...

Euro: Ireland's Duffy relishing second coming after brush with death

A little over six years after almost losing his life in a training-ground...

England to land Euro 2016 knockout blow?

If England win their Euro 2016 last-16 clash on Monday they can add the...

Euro Preview: Will Germany's Boateng be ready for Slovakia challenge?

Germany will decide on the eve of their Euro 2016 round of 16 match against...

Euro Preview: Why Belgium must be vary of Hungary...

The Euro 2016 draw has opened up for Belgium, but Marc Wilmots' side are...

How Croatia can control Ronaldo

Croatia will be focussing on containing Cristiano Ronaldo as well as bidding...

Henry handball gives Irish extra motivation vs France

Thierry Henry's handball sent such shockwaves that barely anyone remembers it...

Fri, Jun 24, 2016
Euro: In-form Koke 'ready to help when called upon'

Spain midfielder Koke is hoping coach Vicente del Bosque gives him a chance...

Euro 2016: Lewandowski does not have to score, says Poland coach

Poland striker Robert Lewandowski can finish Euro 2016 without a goal to his...

England Euro 2016 contenders despite tough draw: Kane

England striker Harry Kane believes they can still win Euro 2016 despite...

Del Bosque defends tactics to go with unchanged sqaud

Spain coach Vicente del Bosque has defended his decision to use the same...

Euro 2016: Chiellini sees Spain as Italy's bogey team

Italy defender Giorgio Chiellini has described Spain as Italy's bogey team...

Brexit is a dance they do in the NBA!

Spain's Nolito clueless about British referendum moniker

Not so Nice! England will try to punish Iceland

Wayne Rooney and Roy Hodgson have called on England to be ruthless in their...

No Euro swansong but Ibrahimovic proud after final curtain call

Zlatan Ibrahimovic's international career did not end in a blaze of glory at...

Will Iceland melt under English pressure?

Iceland's performance at Euro 2016 so far means that they have no reason to...

How new-look Euro 2016 passes drama test...

Wednesday evening's dramatic Euro 2016 group stage finale concluded an...

Euro 2016: Standout stats from the group stage

The 2016 Euro moves to its knockout rounds with eight teams taking an early...

Albania out of Euro 2016 but etched in a nation's pride

Albania's football team were knocked out of the European Championship in the...

Euro Preview: Expensive Bale faces free agent in all-British affair

The world's most expensive player, Gareth Bale of Wales, will face an ageing...

Euro Preview: Will Lewandowski shine for Poland?

Poland forward Robert Lewandowski and Switzerland's Xherdan Shaqiri, who have...

Euro 2016: 5 disappointments of group stage

Euro 2016's round of 16 gets under way on Saturday after the completion of...

Euro Preview: Portugal braced for 'series of finals'

Portugal are ready to move up a gear when they face Croatia in their...

Thu, Jun 23, 2016
How Spain's De Gea turned criticism into inspiration...

Criticism of David de Gea's performance after Spain's 2-1 defeat by Croatia...

Wales v N Ireland: Physical battle on the cards for British derby

Wales must be ready for a physical contest against Northern Ireland in...

Euro: 'Ireland loss won't dampen Italian morale'

Italy's 1-0 defeat by Ireland in their last Euro 2016 Group E match will not...

Ireland's O'Neill wants repeat performance against France

Ireland will need to produce a similar performance to the one that helped...

Euro 2016: What not to do against Belgium...

Belgium coach Marc Wilmots, in typically self-confident mood, warned that any...

Euro: 'Iceland not afraid of England'

Iceland do not fear facing England at Euro 2016 joint coach Heimir...

Will Sweden find another Ibrahimovic? No says coach

Zlatan Ibrahimovic played his last game for Sweden when they were knocked out...

Euro: Belgium's late strike sends them through as Ibrahimovic bows out

Belgium went through to the last-16 at Euro 2016 on Wednesday when Radja...

Euro: Ireland make history, enter last 16 after late Brady goal

Ireland reached the knockout phase at a European Championship for the firs...

The factors that put Austria out of the Euro Championships

Iceland's last-ditch defending, never-say-die attitude and a touch of luck...

Euro: Hungary deserve to be in the knockouts, says coach Stork

Euro 2016 upstarts Hungary have steadily improved during the group stage of...

Euro: Hungary and Portugal through after thrilling 3-3 draw

Hungary and Portugal reached the Euro 2016 knockout stages after a...

Wed, Jun 22, 2016
Euro: Iceland advance to last 16 after 2-1 win against Austria

Iceland snatched a stoppage-time winner to continue their fairytale story at...

Nobody is scared of England: Shearer

England's performances at Euro 2016 so far will leave none of their opponents...

Ronaldo sets record for scoring at four Euros

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score at four...

Angry Ronaldo throws reporter's microphone in lake

Video footage has emerged of Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo bringing an...

Euro 2016: French FA slams clubs for poor pitches

French Football Federation (FFF) president Noel Le Graet told the country's...

Euro 2016: Is Croatia the favourites now?

Croatia striker Nikola Kalinic believes his country are now one of the...

Euro 2016: Here's why teams will dread facing England...

Other countries will dread the prospect of facing England in the Euro 2016...

Power of freshness! Croatia rested five players and still won!

Croatia's players showed the world they are not like the supporters who...

Euro: Will Germany's Boateng be fit in time for last 16?

Germany coach Joachim Loew is confident key centre back Jerome Boateng will...

Euro: Slovakia, Hungary and Northern Ireland make last 16 push

Slovakia, Hungary and Northern Ireland were all assured of qualifying for the...

Euro: Impressive Croatia stun defending champs Spain, top group

Holders Spain lost for the first time in 15 matches at the European...

Euro: Turkey beat Czechs 2-0 to stay in last-16 contention

Goals by Burak Yilmaz and Ozan Tufan gave Turkey a 2-0 win over Czech...

Poland not worried about goal-shy Lewandowski

Poland striker Robert Lewandowski is still the team's driving force despite...

Germany rewarded for this tactical change against N Ireland

Germany waited for their last group match at Euro 2016 to field a proper...

Tue, Jun 21, 2016
PHOTOS: This is how football fans should be!

While it's usually the hooligans who make the headlines, we turn our...

Euro: Blaszczykowski strike sends Poland into last 16

Jakub Blaszczykowski's goal gave Poland a 1-0 win over Ukraine in their final...

Euro: Germany beat Northern Ireland 1-0 to win group

Germany's Mario Gomez scored in the first half to secure a 1-0 win over a...

UEFA decides to replace Lille pitch after poor weather

UEFA said it would replace the pitch at the Stade Pierre Mauroy in Lille...

French police break up fight among Polish fans in Marseille

French police on Tuesday broke up a fight between Polish fans in Marseille...

Ibrahimovic to retire from international football after Euro 2016

Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic said on Tuesday that he would retire from...

Euro 2016: Iniesta's secret is all in his head

Spain's influential midfielder Andres Iniesta says the secret to his top form...

Euro 2016: Pedro unhappy with bit-part role for Spain

Spain winger Pedro is frustrated by the lack of opportunities he has been...

Euro 2016: Irish hopeful of memorable win against Italy

For Ireland to reach the knockout stages at Euro 2016 they must achieve...

Euro 2016: Goal-shy Sweden in a do-or-die game against Belgium

Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois may wonder whether he even needs to turn...

Meet the surprise package of Euro 2016

Wales enjoyed their greatest day in football for more than half a century by...

Euro: Ronaldo's Portugal promise goals will start to flow

Cristiano Ronaldo has been one of Portugal's biggest culprits, missing an...

Euro: Does Germany have weaknesses?

Northern Ireland have enough tools to get a result in their final group match...

Euro: England advance after stalemate with Slovakia

England drew 0-0 with Slovakia on Monday to finish second in Euro 2016 Group...

Euro: Wales thump Russia to top group, enter last sixteen

Wales outplayed Russia 3-0, scoring twice in the opening 20 minutes, as they...

Euro: Where does Belgium's engine of the team lie?

Belgium have the wealth of talent to come up with a variety of approaches to...

France forwards paying price for defensive efforts: Payet

France entered Euro 2016 supposedly as an attacking side with defensive...

Mon, Jun 20, 2016
Euro: Croatia gets suspended ticket ban, fine for crowd trouble

Croatia's soccer federation has been handed a suspended ban from selling...

Puma says ripped Swiss shirts due to batch of defective material

Kit manufacturer Puma said it had traced a problem with ripped shirts for the...

Germans want to take early advantage against Northern Ireland

Germany must come out firing from the first minute when they meet Northern...

UEFA defends Euro 24-team format

We have had so far a tight and intense competition, says Giorgio Marchetti,...

Fever-stricken Buffon doubtful for Italy's game against Ireland

Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon skipped Sunday's training with a fever and...

What Germany MUST do against Northern Ireland

Germany have promised that their attack will pack a bigger punch when they...

Euro Preview: Eyes on troublesome fans as Croatia meet Spain

When Croatia meet Spain in their final Euro 2016 group match on Tuesday there...

Euro Preview: Turkey hope to seize last chance against Czechs

Turkey have left it late to bid for a place in the knockout stage of Euro...

'Without fear, Swiss ready for knockout stage'

Switzerland coach Vladimir Petkovic has no preference over which side his...

Revealed! Albania's unique formula for success...

Albania's first win at Euro 2016 against Romania on Sunday was the ultimate...

Group mission accomplished, now France need to step up a gear

France are still a work in progress requiring tweaks despite coasting through...

Euro 2016: Switzerland follow France through to last 16 with a draw

Switzerland followed France through to the last 16 of Euro 2016 by holding...

France v Switzerland: From ripped shirts, to cut-up pitch, to burst ball...

While France and Switzerland largely got what they wanted with a 0-0 draw at...

It's a gamble! England to leave out Rooney against Slovakia

England captain Wayne Rooney will be left out of the starting lineup for...

Russian striker accuses British of antagonising other fans

Russia striker Fyodor Smolov insists that English and Welsh fans were guilty...

Euro 2016: Albania keep hopes alive with historic win vs Romania

A first-half header by striker Armando Sadiku gave Albania a 1-0 win over...

Sun, Jun 19, 2016
Euro 2016: I will kick Sturridge if I have to, says Slovakia's Skrtel

Slovakia defender Martin Skrtel will have no second thoughts about kicking...

Euro 2016: Nani outshines Portugal teammate Ronaldo

Portugal's Nani is poised to make his 99th appearance for his country in a...

Euro 2016: England tight-lipped on choice of strikers

England manager Roy Hodgson gave few clues on Sunday when asked about his...

Euro 2016: Italy coach Conte still hammering away at his players

Italy's famously demanding coach Antonio Conte is not letting up at his...

Euro 2016: Germany's Goetze unfazed by criticism for lack of goals

Germany's Mario Goetze brushed off criticism of his lacklustre performances...

UEFA charge Hungary, Belgium and Portugal after crowd trouble

Disciplinary proceeding have been opened by UEFA against Hungary, Belgium and...

Euro 2016: Expanded format exposes Europe's flabby middle

When UEFA decided eight years ago to expand the European Championship from 16...

Euro 2016: Buffon misses Italy training with fever

Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon missed training on Sunday morning because...

Euro Preview: Will England super-subs start against Slovakia?

England coach Roy Hodgson will be strongly tempted to start with Jamie Vardy...

Euro Preview: Wales could hit heights or depths in final countdown

The thousands of Welsh supporters who have brought their nation's famed...

How Hungary denied Iceland historic win

Having been in soccer's doldrums for nearly half a century, Hungary are a...

EXPOSED! Ronaldo's set-piece obsession

One question stands out after Portugal's 0-0 draw with Austria on Saturday --...

Euro: Ronaldo misses penalty as Portugal held to 0-0 draw with Austria

Portugal played out a goalless draw against Austria after captain Cristiano...

Euro: Belgium reply to criticism with clinical show

Belgium coach Marc Wilmots was happy to encourage speculation that Kevin De...

Injured Rosicky could miss remainder of Euro

Czech Republic captain Tomas Rosicky looked set to miss the rest of Euro 2016...

Sat, Jun 18, 2016
Euro 2016: Late own goal gives Hungary 1-1 draw with Iceland

Iceland were within two minutes of a famous victory on their first appearance...

Euro 2016: Spain's No 9 problem solved?

It has been a long time coming but Spain look as if they may finally have...

Euro: Swiss not fazed after their French lesson at World Cup

Switzerland have no fears coming into their game against hosts France on...

Euro: Lukaku scores twice as Belgium batter Ireland

Belgium rediscovered their most blistering form to batter group E rivals...

Euro: Hungarian fans and police scuffle before Iceland v Hungary game

Hungarian fans and police forces scuffled in Marseille's stadium on Saturday...

Euro 2016: Quiet Kante shows he can make it count even for Les Bleus

Blue is definitely the colour for the discreet N'Golo Kante, now shining for...

Do you agree with Loew that the 16-team Euro format was better?

'There are teams playing ultra defensively. But they do that well. The...

Euro: Can Germany top their group?

Title contenders Germany do not have fundamental scoring problems despite a...

Croatia, Turkey face UEFA action over crowd trouble

Europe's soccer governing body UEFA said on Saturday it had opened...

Euro Preview: Here's what Albania needs to do against Romania

After a couple of solid defensive performances in defeats by Switzerland and...

4 reasons why Spain can win Euro 2016...

Friday's win should add weight to the predictions of many that Spain are...

Euro 2016: Spain coasts into last 16 with rout of Turkey

Holders Spain became the first team to score more than two goals in a game at...

Euro 2016: Austria wary of Ronaldo threat, vows to attack

Austria will double mark Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo when the teams clash at...

Euro 2016: Coach Cacic labels Croatian hooligans 'sports terrorists'

Croatia fans who caused trouble during their team's Euro 2016 match against...

Euro 2016: Czechs erase Croatia's two-goal deficit amidst flare disruption

Czech Republic's Tomas Necid scored a stoppage-time penalty as they came from...

Euro 2016: Flares on pitch raise serious security concerns

Croatia's Euro 2016 match against the Czech Republic was held up for several...

Fri, Jun 17, 2016
Euro 2016: Coach Conte wants Italian fans to show their pride

Italy coach Antonio Conte said he wants more of the team's supporters at Euro...

Euro 2016: Zlatan and Sweden on the brink

Zlatan Ibrahimovic, whose rare talent burst into the limelight with a...

Euro 2016: Belgium coach threatens wholesale changes

Belgium could make wholesale changes for Saturday's European Championship...

Euro: Late Eder goal sends Italy through to last 16

A brilliant 88th minute strike by Eder helped Italy beat Sweden in a Group E...

How 200 Russian fans 'beat up' thousands of English: Putin on Euro clashes

Russian President Vladimir Putin called the football hooligan violence at...

Euro 2016: Hollywood star Banderas offers services to Spain

Spain go into Friday's Euro 2016 game against Turkey determined to be more...

How an astronaut is boosting Italy's dream at Euros

Italy coach Antonio Conte summoned help from astronaut Luca Parmitano to...

Euro: Belgium await friendly invasion by Ireland

For however much or little it counts, Belgium have history on their side in...

Two sevens, Ronaldo and Arnautovic, look for redemption

Cristiano Ronaldo will not be the only number seven hoping to redeem himself...

'Compact and solid' Hungary bid to extend hot streak over Iceland

Two of the surprise teams of the opening round of matches at Euro 2016 meet...

Ecstatic England fans party in Lille after winning 'Battle of Britain'

Beer-swilling English football fans bathed in public fountains on Thursday...

Euro: How toothless Germany were checked by plucky Poland

Germany bolstered their back line with the return of central defender Mats...

Poland coach on why a 0-0 draw with Germany was a 'fair result'

Poland coach Adam Nawalka said he was never concerned about Germany scoring a...

Euro 2016: Poland hold World champs Germany goalless

Germany and Poland edged closer to the Euro 2016 knockout stage after playing...

Euro 2016: Second Northern Ireland fan dies in France

A Northern Ireland fan collapsed and died during their 2-0 win over Ukraine...

Euro 2016: Spain's Del Bosque not getting drawn into mind games

Spain coach Vicente del Bosque has no time for mind games and is wary of a...

Euro 2016: Northern Ireland shock Ukraine to seal historic win

Northern Ireland scored two second-half goals to beat Ukraine 2-0 in a feisty...

Euro 2016: Why England coach feels subs will be a major factor

England coach Roy Hodgson, basking in a 2-1 victory over Wales on Thursday...

Euro 2016: Italy's clockwork defence wary of Ibrahimovic

Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon denied that Friday's Euro 2016 opponents...

Thu, Jun 16, 2016
Euro 2016: Bold Hodgson reaps reward as Wales sit back

If England coach Roy Hodgson's two halftime substitutions proved decisive in...

Euro 2016: Record worthless if Romania fail to progress, says Stancu

Bogdan Stancu's achievement in becoming the first Romanian to score twice at...

Euro 2016: Croatia's Srna ready to play on after father's death

Croatia captain Darijo Srna says he is ready to play against the Czech...

Ibrahimovic rumours don't bother Sweden, we're used to it: Hamren

Speculation surrounding Zlatan Ibrahimovic's future is not affecting Sweden's...

Euro shame: Russian fans jailed for up to 2 years

A French court jailed three Russian football supporters for up to two years...

Euro 2016: Italy determined to prove the doubters wrong

Italy midfielder Alessandro Florenzi believes they can prove the doubters...

Euro: Sturridge's late strike helps England edge past Wales

Substitute Daniel Sturridge scored a dramatic winner in injury time to steer...

Euro 2016: I am ready for anything, says Spain's Juanfran

Spain's right back Juanfran says his costly penalty shootout miss in Atletico...

Euro: It's Ibra vs a collective Italy as Sweden face mighty Azzurri

Italy's victory over Belgium was celebrated as a triumph of the team over...

Diplomatic relations on line as Moscow terms Euro 2016 'anti-Russian'

The French envoy was notified about "discrimination" towards Russian...

Under-fire Turkey captain Turan gets Barca teammate Alba's backing

Spain left-back Jordi Alba knows his Barcelona teammate Arda Turan of Turkey...

Euro: Wales wary of provoking England's Alli

Provoking England midfielder Dele Alli could end up being a plan that...

Euro: Romania dogged by injury woes after Switzerland draw

Romania face mounting injury problems ahead of their decisive Euro 2016 tie...

Euro shame: 36 England fans arrested by for creating ruckus in Lille

French riot police charged and used tear gas to disperse rowdy English...

Dimitri Payet is unconvincing France's man of the moment

But it was man-of-the-match Dimitri Payet who scored his second goal in as...

Turning point: The ploy that worked for Deschamps's France

France coach Didier Deschamps was more than just relieved after his team...

Euro: Griezmann, Payet help France edge past resolute Albania

Hosts France were made to work hard by Albania but two late goals sealed the...

Wed, Jun 15, 2016
Euro: Switzerland draw with Romania to edge closer to last 16

Switzerland edged closer to a place in the knockout stages of Euro 2016 when...

Poland keeper Szczesny ruled out of Germany clash

Poland's first-choice goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny will miss Thursdays Euro...

'Messi is always going to be one step ahead of Ronaldo'

Iceland defender Kari Arnason has responded angrily to Cristiano Ronaldo's...

Euro: Slovakia make life difficult for Russia with 2-1 win

Just 24 hours after UEFA told Russia it would be expelled from the tournament...

PIX: Flying tackles, bloodied noses, coaches kisses and more at Euro

From sharp, flying tackles and tough possession-fights, bloodied noses to...

Euro 2016: Why Belgium MUST beat Ireland...

Belgium can not afford any mistakes against Ireland in their second Euro 2016...

What Wales must do to cope with new Rooney role...

Wales will need to defend deep if they are to stifle England captain Wayne...

Euro 2016: Hungary celebrate first return since 1972 in style

Hungary made their first appearance at a European Championship for 44 years a...

Ronaldo slams Iceland's 'small mentality'; they tell him to stop whining

Cristiano Ronaldo slammed minnows Iceland for proverbially 'parking the bus'...

There's more to Poland than Lewandowski and Germany knows it

World champions Germany have warned that there is more to their biggest Euro...

Tonight Anglo-Welsh rivalry will reach new peak!

A rivalry dating back 137 years will reach a new level of intensity in Lens...

Euro 2016: What cost Portugal victory?

Coach Fernando Santos blamed a lack of pace and a failure to stay calm in the...

Portugal draw feels like a win, says Iceland coach

The scoreline may have been 1-1, but level-headed Iceland coach Heimir...

He is the oldest player at the Euro and he's 'best in the world'

Gabor Kiraly became the oldest man to play in the European Championship when...

Euro: Debutants Iceland hold Ronaldo's Portugal to shock draw

Rank outsiders Iceland enjoyed a superb big-stage debut as they clinched a...

Alaba gets Austria coach backing despite failing to contribute

David Alaba was quiet as Austria's Euro 2016 campaign got off to a poor start...

Nolito 'living a dream' with Spain at Euro

Nolito is adamant that he will not allow growing speculation about his club...

Tue, Jun 14, 2016
Euro: Hungary stun 10-man Austria 2-0 in thrilling match

Austria, who were undefeated in 10 qualifying games, were beaten 2-0 by old...

Former rebel now France's wise old man

It has been a tortuous journey for France's Patrice Evra, once blamed for...

Blatter reveals frozen balls ruse at European club draws

Frozen balls containing team names have been used to rig European soccer's...

Euro 2016: UEFA hands Russia suspended disqualification and fine

The Russian national football team has been handed a suspended...

Why Wales boss feels Bale is 'most down-to-earth boy'

Wales boss Chris Coleman has come out in support of his star play maker...

Should Wales use Bale as a striker against England?

Wales boss Chris Coleman is considering deploy Gareth Bale as a striker...

France wants to deport almost 50 Russian soccer fans

France wants to deport almost 50 Russian soccer fans, Alexander Shprygin, the...

This time fans cause crisis for Russian sport

Football fans have opened up a new sporting crisis for Russia.

3 things England must do to beat Wales

England will need to stick to the tactics used in Saturday's European...

Juventus sign Serie A's leading playmaker Pjanic for 32 million euros

Italian champions Juventus signed creative midfielder Miralem Pjanic for 32...

Euro Preview: Will Pogba and Griezmann rise to the occasion?

Albania are unlikely to pose much of a threat to France but Paul Pogba and...

Euro Preview: Romania's selection dilemma for crunch Swiss game

Romania coach Anghel Iordanescu must decide whether veteran left back Razvan...

PHOTOS: How Conte's Italy tactically outfoxed Belgium

A superbly-executed strategy by coach Antonio Conte helped Italy to a...

Ibrahimovic again fails to shine in City of Light

In the city where they are accustomed to savouring his magic, Zlatan...

Euro: Dominant Italy down Belgium 2-0

Italy were clinical in their approach as they beat Belgium 2-0 in their Euro...

Champions Spain: Big on possession but lacked finishing touch

Spain huffed and puffed, making hard work of their Euro 2016 opener before a...

Euro: Clark own goal hands Sweden lucky draw vs Ireland

A Ciaran Clark own goal earned Sweden a fortunate 1-1 draw against a spirited...

Mon, Jun 13, 2016
Hungary hungry to show Euro qualification was no fluke

Coach Bernd Storck says Hungary want to prove their first European...

Russians ready for 'ultra-violent' action involved in Euro 2016 clashes

Russian hooligans prepared for "ultra-rapid, ultra-violent action" were...

Euro: 'New Belgium' Austria not getting carried away by expectations

Austria coach Marcel Koller is determined to make sure his team do not get...

Euro: Czech coach believes his team can progress

Despite their close loss to Spain in their opening Euro 2016 Group D match in...

Euro: Spain optimistic after brushing past plucky Czechs

Relief ran through Spanish ranks after Gerard Pique's late header secured a...

'Responsible' Iniesta still at the centre of the action

If bookmakers introduced a bet on who would be named official...

Russian hooligans see themselves as Kremlin foot soldiers

Ultra-nationalist and schooled in their country's historical grievances,...

Iceland unfazed by big stage debut v Portugal

Iceland will head into their maiden appearance in a major tournament devoid...

Euro: Spain edge Czechs after Pique's late header

Reigning champions Spain left it late but Gerard Pique's 87th-minute header...

Euro 2016: Wales need cool heads against England, says manager Coleman

Wales must have cool heads and not get carried away by the emotion of...

Euro 2016: French court jails English fans for violence

A judge jailed two British soccer fans on Monday for their involvement in the...

Euro 2016: Manager Hodgson calls on England fans to behave

England manager Roy Hodgson and captain Wayne Rooney have appealed to fans to...

Euro 2016: De Gea given full support by Spain coach after sex case implication

Spain coach Vicente del Bosque has praised goalkeeper David de Gea for the...

Austria's Garics stays at Euro 2016 despite father's death

Austria's Hungarian-born defender Gyoergy Garics has decided to stay at Euro...

Euro fan violence: '150 Russian supporters were hooligans'

Russians trained to fight were involved in the worst of the fan violence that...

Euro 2016: Spain counting on fresh faces for World Cup redemption

Spain are steadily turning to the next generation ahead of their Euro 2016...

'England do not lack passion or desire at Euro 2016'

England manager Roy Hodgson has hit out at critics who have questioned his...

Euro 2016: Northern Ireland fan dies in Nice

A Northern Irish soccer fan died in the French city of Nice after scaling a...

Euro 2016: Victorious Poles keep feet on ground with Germans ahead

Poland midfielder Grzegorz Krychowiak urged his team mates not to get carried...

Euro 2016: What Germany needs to do after opening win

Germany defence must get better despite opening win.

Iceland coach brands Ronaldo and Pepe as 'Hollywood actors'

Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo and defender Pepe could land roles in...

Why Super-sub Schweinsteiger 'can't play 90 minutes'

Bastian Schweinsteiger does not believe he can yet offer Germany a 90-minute...

Shell-shocked Ukraine have no answers to German 'machine'

Never a man of many words, Ukraine coach Mykhailo Fomenko could find no other...

Srna to return to Croatia after father's death

Skipper Darijo Srna is leaving Croatia's Euro 2016 squad following the death...

Euro 2016: Superb Germany overpower Ukraine to record 2-0 win

In what was a thrilling match of end to end action, Germany powered past...

Sun, Jun 12, 2016
Euro: Milik powers Poland to win over Northern Ireland

Poland's Arkadiusz Milik scored the winner as they downed Northern Ireland...

England, Russia face Euro disqualification if fan violence persists

European soccer's governing body warned the English and Russian football...

Turkey coach rues missed chance in Croatia defeat

Turkey coach Fatih Terim was left to rue a missed chance in the first half of...

What Modric had to say about this intruder...

It could have been a supporter from Turkey, but thank God it was a Croatian...

More fan violence at Euro 2016, this time involving Northern Ireland

Violence also briefly erupted in Nice, where Northern Irish and local fans...

France mulls alcohol ban after fan violence escalates at Euro C'ships

France's interior minister called on tough sanctions against England and...

How Rakitic eclipsed Barca pal Turan as Croatia kicked off campaign with win

Ivan Rakitic outshone Barcelona team mate Arda Turan as Croatia ran out 1-0...

Euro 2016: Will Del Bosque drop De Gea?

Spain goalkeeper David De Gea is in line to start their Euro 2016 opener...

Euro: Magical Modric helps Croatia down Turkey 1-0, exact 2008 revenge

Croatia needed a touch of Luka Modric magic to beat Turkey 1-0 in their Euro...

Why Sweden's Ibrahimovic has asked his team-mates to sit back...

Zlatan Ibrahimovic said he was under pressure to perform well in Sweden's...

Euro 2016: 'Disgusted' UEFA investigates Russian fan violence

European soccer's governing body, UEFA, launched disciplinary proceedings...

Sweden fans could be left stranded by SAS airline strike

Thousands of Swedish soccer fans planning to travel to France for the...

Euro 2016: What went wrong with England's opener

For all the positives that England can take from their performance against...

Welsh work ethic disproves Bale one-man team theory

Wales were billed as a team dependent on Gareth Bale but a 2-1 win over...

Euro 2016: Russia face disciplinary proceedings after stadium violence

European soccer's governing body, UEFA, said on Sunday it had opened...

Euro 2016: England denied by Russia's last-gasp equaliser

Vasili Berezutski struck in added time as Russia, second best for long...

Sat, Jun 11, 2016
Euro 2016: Points Table

How the teams stand in the European Football Championship.

Euro 2016: Bale, Robson-Kanu give Wales 2-1 win over Slovakia

Wales forward Gareth Bale got their Euro 2016 campaign off to a dream start...

Euro 2016: Leave me alone, prolific Giroud tells mudslingers

Olivier Giroud said he had breathed a sigh of relief after scoring the first...

Euro 2016: Swedes close ranks ahead of crunch Ireland game

Sweden elected to train behind closed doors on Saturday as they prepared for...

Euro 2016: 2008 memories rush back as Croatia, Turkey face-off

Croatia captain Darijo Srna still feels the pain of losing on penalties to...

Euro 2016: Belgium coach tells players not to be naive

Belgium must not be naive in their approach to their opening European...

Euro 2016: Rowdy England fans cause havoc in Marseille

English soccer fans hurling empty beer bottles and chairs clashed with French...

Mourinho wished me a good Euro: Fellaini

Jose Mourinho, the new Manchester United manager, has sent a good luck text...

Euro 2016: Schaer header seals Swiss win over 10-man Albania

An early goal by defender Fabian Schaer earned Switzerland a 1-0 victory over...

Euro 2016: Will pilots strike disrupt travel plans of football fans?

Air France pilots went on a four-day strike over pay cuts on Saturday that...

Euro Previews: Ukraine set to test Germany defence; Croatia cautious

Germany's defence will be put to the test in their opening Euro 2016 group...

Euro 2016: Hazard limps out of training session

Eden Hazard has suffered a knock and is expected to return to training for...

Payet's late stunner helps France floor Romania in Euro opener

Dimitri Payet's spectacular late strike earned France a 2-1 win over Euro...

Fri, Jun 10, 2016
Spain's De Gea denies links to prostitution case

Spain goalkeeper David De Gea has said press reports linking him to a...

Euro 2016: Germany's Neuer ready to play mentor's role

Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is ready to play the mentor's role...

Euro 2016: Aaron Ramsey backs Wales to spring a surprise

Representing Wales at the European Championship is a welcome change from...

Euro 2016: British soccer fans and locals clash in Marseille

Police intervened to halt skirmishes involving British soccer fans and locals...

Euro 2016: Which team is Virat Kohli supporting?

Virat Kohli is known to be an avid follower of football and the champion...

Euro 2016: Divided loyalties as Switzerland face Albania

Switzerland may get a taste of their own medicine on Saturday when they meet...

Euro 2016: England start campaign against Russia

England and Russia are the big beasts of Group B and, though each would love...

Thu, Jun 9, 2016
'Wales's Bale can terrify opponents at Euro 2016'

Wales winger Gareth Bale has enough firepower to terrorise opponents in this...

Can Ireland's McLean cast aside his bitter memories of Euro 2012?

Midfielder James McClean hopes he can cast aside his bitter memories of the...

Euro 2016: Will Northern Ireland's Lafferty bask in glory?

Striker Kyle Lafferty is certain that Northern Ireland can beat any team at...

Euro 2016: Football fever grips France ahead of Romania opener

France kick off their Euro 2016 campaign against Romania on Friday with the...

Preview: Who's going to take the Euro 2016 Cup home?

Bigger than ever, the European Championship kicks off in Paris on Friday with...

Revealed: The most valuable squad at Euro 2016

Belgium will boast the most valuable squad at Euro 2016, with their 23...

Euro 2016: Germany's Boateng bars family due to security risk in France

A Germany footballer who was playing in Paris in November when suicide...

Euro 2016: Premier League provides most players

Spain may have an iron grip on Europe's club competitions but the English...

Euro 2016: Ronaldo scores brace as Portugal blank Estonia 7-0 in warm-up

Mercurial forward Ricardo Quaresma scored twice and set up three more goals...

Why the Euro scores over Copa America

You can see Messi, Suarez and other South American superstars play in the...

Wed, Jun 8, 2016
Banned Platini can attend Euro 2016 matches but...

Banned UEFA president Michel Platini will be allowed to attend matches at the...

Fit Ronaldo 'ready to take Portugal to important success'

Cristiano Ronaldo is in top condition and showing more resolve than ever to...

Euro 2016: Struggles in front of goal concern Spain coach Del Bosque

Spain are among the favourites to win the European Championship this summer...

Euro 2016: France launches attack alert app

France launched an app to alert users to attacks on Wednesday, two days...

Euro 2016: England must ignore expectations, says midfielder Lallana

England must ignore talks about their Euro 2016 prospects and focus instead...

UEFA reveal the best ever Euro XI

The football fever reaches sky-high with all eyes on Euro 2016. Tournament...

Euro 2016: Spain stunned by Georgia in final warmup

Spain's preparations for Euro 2016 suffered a blow as they were beaten 1-0 by...

Tue, Jun 7, 2016
Britain warns of potential terror attacks at Euro 2016 venues

Britain's Foreign Office has warned fans travelling to France for the Euro...

Spain hungry to bring Euro Cup 'where it belongs'

Reigning champions Spain are hungry to hold onto their title at the European...

Euro 2016: France fearful of 'soft target' attack

Despite putting unprecedented security measures in place for Euro 2016,...

Ukraine says detained man planned attacks on Euro soccer championship

Ukraine's state security service said on Monday a French citizen detained in...

Euro 2016: Toothless Poland held 0-0 by Lithuania in warm-up

Poland rested striker Robert Lewandowski and missed his firepower as they...

Euro 2016: Focus on England, not transfers, Hodgson tells players

England manager Roy Hodgson has told his squad to forget about potential club...

Euro 2016: Italy thrash Finland 2-0 in warm-up

Italy midfielder Antonio Candreva gave a dazzling performance as he scored a...

Mon, Jun 6, 2016
"We're prepared", says Paris police chief ahead of Euro 2016

Paris' police chief said on Monday he would be receiving thousands of...

Ukraine detain man who planned attacks during Euro soccer

Ukraine's state security service said on Monday a French citizen detained in...

Boateng does not see England making it to Euro semis

Germany central defender Jerome Boateng has questioned whether England have...

Euro warm-ups: Zlatan stars in Sweden's win; Czech stunned

A round-up of Euro 2016 warm-up matches played on Sunday

Sun, Jun 5, 2016
Euro 2016: French floods, strikes cast pall over tournament

The swollen Seine receded on Sunday, but between flood damages, strikes and...

Euro 2016 warm-ups: Croatia score record win; N Ireland extend unbeaten

Mario Mandzukic and Nikola Kalinic grabbed hat-tricks as Croatia achieved a...

Giroud defies boo-boys with double in France win

Much-maligned Olivier Giroud struck twice to help attack-minded France sink...

Fri, Jun 3, 2016
Italian giant Buffon stands test of time as Euro beckons

There is no stopping master goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon in his ambition to...

Why Ronaldo's presence is a threat to Portugal...

Portugal star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo's presence makes the team a...

What England must do to prosper at Euro 2016

England must be a bit more 'streetwise' if they are to have any chance of...

PHOTOS: Smalling smiling after England sink Portugal

England defender Chris Smalling headed the only goal with five minutes left...

Carvajal concedes defeat in fitness fight for Euro 2016

Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal has announced he will miss next month's...

Thu, Jun 2, 2016
Air France pilot unions call for strike during Euro 2016

Air France's pilot unions have called on members to strike during the first...

Paris police to get reinforcements for some Euro 2016 games

Paris security forces will receive reinforcements to protect fan zones during...

Del Bosque confident of Spain's chances at Euro 2016

Spain coach Vicente del Bosque is delighted with his side's preparations for...

Poland lose to young Dutch side in Euro warm-up

A strong Poland side lost 2-1 to the Netherlands in a Euro 2016 warm-up...

Wed, Jun 1, 2016
Frenchman Benzema stokes fresh flames of racism charges before Euro

Racism cost me Euro 2016 spot, claims Benzema

Euro 2016: Belgium's Lukaku rates himself among world's top strikers

Everton's Romelu Lukaku has described himself as one of the most gifted...

Pirlo says no hard feelings over Euro omission

Andrea Pirlo says he has no hard feelings towards Italy coach Antonio Conte...

Ireland captain Keane doubtful for Euro 2016

Ireland captain Robbie Keane is in danger of missing next month's European...

Euro 2016: Montolivo misses out for Italy again, De Rossi in

Midfielder Riccardo Montolivo missed out on his second straight major...

Cristiano Ronaldo leads Portugal squad for Euro 2016

Any sliver of a doubt over whether Cristiano Ronaldo would lead Portugal into...

Dzagoev ruled out of Euro 2016 through injury

Russia midfielder Alan Dzagoev will miss out on Euro 2016 after breaking a...

Tue, May 31, 2016
Euro 2016: Rami, Umtiti named in France squad

France coach Didier Deschamps confirmed his final Euro 2016 squad on Tuesday,...

Euro 2016: Rashford, Sturridge make England squad

Strikers Marcus Rashford and Daniel Sturridge made Roy Hodgson's final 23-man...

Euro 2016: Bellerin in Spain's squad

Arsenal right back Hector Bellerin will be in Spain's Euro 2016 squad, the...

Winger Reus left out of Germany's Euro 2016 squad

Winger Marco Reus was left out of World Cup winners Germany's final Euro 2016...

Euro 2016: Experimental Portugal still a threat

They may be over dependent on Cristiano Ronaldo and struggling to replace old...

Euros: Mix of youth and experience may help Spain prove doubters wrong

For all Vicente del Bosque's confidence that he has the right balance of...

Euro warm-up: Sweden in 0-0 draw with Slovenia; France edge Cameroon

Sweden missed the influence of captain Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who was resting a...

Mon, May 30, 2016
Euro warm-up: Slovakia stun green Germany; Portugal, Spain win

An inexperienced Germany suffered an embarrassing 3-1 defeat to Slovakia in a...

Sun, May 29, 2016
Simeone may not have the stomach to reinvent Atletico again

Diego Simeone may not have the stomach to reinvent Atletico Madrid again...

PHOTOS: Kings of Europe Real Madrid take celebrations to the street

Newly-crowned European club football champions Real Madrid took their...

Heroic Zidane assured place in Real hearts

In leading Real Madrid to their 11th European Cup less than five months after...

Ramos is Real hero again after turbulent year

Just as he did two years ago, Sergio Ramos left his footprint all over Real...

Losing two finals is a failure, says distraught Atletico coach Simeone

A downbeat Diego Simeone did not confirm whether he wanted to continue as...

'Work work, work' is Real's mantra as Zidane praises subdued Ronaldo

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane lavished praise on Cristiano Ronaldo after...

Real edge Atletico in penalties to win 11th UEFA Champions League crown

Real Madrid win UEFA Champions League

Fri, May 27, 2016
UEFA Champions League: Atletico have history on their mind

Two years on from their defeat by Real Madrid in the Champions League final,...

Thu, May 26, 2016
Germany defender Boateng questions England's quality

Germany central defender Jerome Boateng has questioned whether England have...

Defence is best form of attack for fitter Atletico

A fitter Atletico Madrid will face off against Spanish neighbours Real Madrid...

Humility, charm are strengths of result-delivering Zidane

'We've always been behind Zidane because he is a humble person who likes to...

Ronaldo fit and raring to fire Real to more European glory

Cristiano Ronaldo says he will be "100 percent" in Saturday's Champions...

Wed, May 25, 2016
Rami to replace injured Varane in France Euro 2016 squad

France's Euro 2016 hopes suffered a setback on Tuesday when first-choice...

Road to Euro 2016: Ronaldo remains Portugal's talisman

Cristiano Ronaldo owes most of his fame and fortune to his exploits with Real...

Tue, May 24, 2016
Meet Ukraine's 'new Shevchenko'

Andriy Yarmolenko, whose 22 goals have established him as the player most...

Will Poland's Lewandowski sizzle on biggest stage in Euro 2016?

Poland's Robert Lewandowski has chalked up so many big-game landmarks during...

England set to extend 50 years of hurt...

When England fans sang about '30 years of hurt' at Euro '96 they had high...

Euro 2016: Spotlight back on the pitch

Bigger than ever, the European Championship kicks off in Paris next month...

Mon, May 23, 2016
Conte omits Balotelli, Pirlo from provisional Italy Euro squad

Italy manager Antonio Conte named his provisional squad for the European...

French officials fret over stadium security ahead of Euro 2016

Security failures highlighted at this weekend's French cup final need to be...

Sat, May 21, 2016
Atletico must play CL final as if it was their last: Koke

Midfielder Koke issued a rallying cry to his Atletico Madrid teammates on...

Atletico's hard-working Griezmann gets top rating

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone rates Antoine Griezmann as one of the top...

Thu, May 19, 2016
Why Spanish clubs dominate European football...

Liverpool coach Juergen Klopp had praised Spanish clubs on the eve of the...

Europa PIX: Sevilla shock Liverpool; win third straight title

Sevilla conjured up a dazzling comeback to clinch a record third successive...

Wed, May 18, 2016
World champs Germany go for youth in preliminary Euro 2016 squad

Germany coach Joachim Loew has named four talented youngsters, including...

Making a splash! STUNNING images from the European Aquatics C'ships

Rediff.com brings you images from the May 9-22 meet. Enjoy the feast your eyes!

Britain's Peaty wins European gold in Rio warm-up

Rio-bound world champion Adam Peaty gave Britain their first swimming gold of...

Exciting teen midfielder Sanches named in Portugal Euro squad

Portugal coach Fernando Santos left Bernardo Silva, one of the country's...

Tue, May 17, 2016
Europa League: A red revolution on cards under Klopp's watchful gaze

Juergen Klopp, who has breathed new life into Liverpool in his seven months...

Euro 2016 security chief 'cool and confident' despite militant threat

The job of keeping millions of soccer fans safe at one of the world's biggest...

England capable of matching any opponent at Euros: Rooney

England have what it takes to get the better of any opponent but need to be...

Mon, May 16, 2016
England's Wilshere will be fit in time for Euros?

Injury-plagued midfielder Jack Wilshere is fit and with a few more games...

Footballers of the weekend: Suarez shines again in Europe

Check out the top footballers of the weekend...

Sat, May 14, 2016
Spain's Costa could be sidelined for Euros

Spain striker Diego Costa could miss next month's European Championship...

Fri, May 13, 2016
Liverpool living in the moment but ready for Europa League final

Liverpool are "100 percent" ready for the Europa League final against...

Wed, May 11, 2016
Welbeck's England Euro dream over, faces nine months out

Arsenal's England striker Danny Welbeck will miss Euro 2016 after being...

Tue, May 10, 2016
Meet the men in line to replace Platini at UEFA

Angel Maria Villar, the interim UEFA President, and General Secretary...

Mon, May 9, 2016
Platini loses appeal over ethics ban, to quit UEFA

Suspended European football boss Michel Platini will resign as head of...

Another knee injury renders England's Welbeck doubtful for Euros

England striker Danny Welbeck sustained a knee injury in Arsenal's Premier...

Can Spain's trusted, old war-horses manage an encore at Euro 2016?

The shadow of their disappointing 2014 World Cup campaign still hangs over...

Footballers of the weekend: Jamie Vardy shines in Europe

In England, the celebrations went on at Leicester City as they marked their...

Sun, May 8, 2016
Man City's Belgian defender Kompany to miss Euro 2016

Manchester City skipper Vincent Kompany has been ruled out of this year's...

Serie A: Inter secure fourth spot, Milan boost European hopes

Inter Milan clinched fourth place in Serie A after a 2-1 home victory over...

Fri, May 6, 2016
Germany's Guendogan ruled out of Euro 2016 with knee injury

Germany midfielder Ilkay Guendogan has been ruled out of Euro 2016 after...

Knee injury ends Chamberlain's Euro 2016 hopes

Arsenal midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain faces up to two months on the...

Europa League: Liverpool sink Villarreal to set up Sevilla final

Liverpool romed into the Europa League final with a 3-0 win over Villarreal...

Tue, May 3, 2016
'Clear-minded Leicester will thrive in European soccer'

English champions Leicester City will have few problems against the giants of...