Utaka double gives Montpellier title
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Montpellier Hérault SC have been crowned Ligue 1 champions for the first time in the club's history after John Utaka scored twice to beat relegated AJ Auxerre 2-1 in an incident-packed encounter on the final day of the season.
No title but PSG going places
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Paris Saint-Germain just missed out on the Ligue 1 title, but there is no doubt the 2011-12 season marked a major turning point in the fortunes of the club from the capital.
SEASON REVIEW: PSG going places
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Paris Saint-Germain may have just missed out on the Ligue 1 title, but there is no doubt the 2011-12 season marked a major turning point in the fortunes of the club from the capital.
Cavalli saves Ajaccio's skin!
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Ajaccio secured their Ligue 1 survival with a 2-0 win in Toulouse, Johann Cavalli doing all the scoring against one of the league's best defences to beat the drop and put an end to the TFC's hopes of a European berth for next season.
Dijon relegated after Rennes hammering
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Dijon endured a nightmare match in Brittany, losing two men to red cards and falling 5-0 to Rennes to see their hopes of beating the drop snuffed out. Despite the big win, however, Rennes miss out on a place in Europe.
Gouffran clinches Europa League place for Bordeaux
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - In a thrilling match against direct rivals Saint-Etienne, Bordeaux top scorer Yoan Gouffran bagged his 14th of the season to clinch a 3-2 win and send Bordeaux into next season's Europa League.
Gormley scores two as host Cataractes beat Knights 6-2 at Memorial Cup
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - SHAWINIGAN, Que. - There was a party atmosphere at the Bionest Centre with the Shawinigan Cataractes making merry with a goal-scoring spree against the usually stingy London Knights. Defenceman Brandon Gormley scored twice and added an assist...
Boudebouz stunner keeps Sochaux up
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Ryad Boudebouz's wonderful second-half strike ensured FC Sochaux-Montbéliard will play Ligue 1 football next season after securing a precious 1-0 win over Olympique de Marseille on Sunday.
Hazard signs off in style
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Eden Hazard brought the curtain down on his Ligue 1 career with a sparkling first-half hat-trick as LOSC Lille Métropole secured a comfortable 4-1 triumph over AS Nancy Lorraine.
Gormley scores two as host Cataractes beat Knights 6-2 at Memorial Cup
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - SHAWINIGAN, Que. - Defenceman Brandon Gormley scored twice and added an assist as the Shawinigan Cataractes downed the London Knights 6-2 before a noisy home crowd at the Mastercard Memorial Cup on Sunday night. The host Cataractes (1-1) were...
Rangers' Prust suspended 1 game by NHL for elbowing Devils' Volchenkov in head
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - NEW YORK, N.Y. - Rangers forward Brandon Prust has been suspended for one game by the NHL for his elbow to the head of New Jersey Devils defenceman Anton Volchenkov during New York's win in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals. Prust had
Prust gets one-game suspension for elbow
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - NEW YORK -- New York Rangers forward Brandon Prust has been suspended for one game for elbowing New Jersey Devils defenseman Anton Volchenkov during the teams’ Eastern Conference Final game in New Jersey on Saturday, May 19, the National Hockey
Report: Prust suspended for Game 4
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - It appears as though the New York Rangers will be without Brandon Prust on Monday night. Multiple media outlets are reporting that the rugged forward has been suspended for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Final against the New Jersey Devils af...
Caen relegated after VA defeat
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - SM Caen's stint in Ligue 1 is over after just two years, a 3-1 defeat at Valenciennes FC combining with results elsewhere to condemn the Normandy side to life in the second tier next season.
Thrilling win keeps Nice safe
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - OGC Nice avoided the dreaded drop after beating Olympique Lyonnais 4-3 in a remarkable game at the Stade de Gerland on Sunday night.
Brest win to secure survival
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Issam Jemaa scored the only goal of the game as Stade Brestois 29 beat Evian-Thonon-Gaillard to secure Ligue 1 survival.
Win not enough for PSG
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Paris Saint-Germain came from behind to beat FC Lorient at the Stade du Moustoir but the win is not enough for them to win the Ligue 1 title.
Hazard set for Lille bow
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Sunday night's clash with Nancy will be two-time Ligue 1 Player of the Year Eden Hazard's final appearance for Lille before his summer move to Manchester, a chance for Les Dogues' fans to bid farewell to the Belgian prodigy.
Russia tops Slovakia to claim World Championship
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Slovakia put a scare into the Russians early when Zdeno Chara scored just 66 seconds in, but Russia, powered by two goals and an assist from Alex Semin, bounced back in a big way to overwhelm the Slovaks and win the Gold Medal Game of the 2012 IIH...
Hunter suggests Roy weigh pros and cons of leaving junior team to coach in NHL
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - SHAWINIGAN, Que. - Patrick Roy should weigh what he would give up against what he would gain if he decides to leave a sweet set-up in junior hockey to become an NHL coach, according to Dale Hunter, a man who knows both ends of that situation. ...
Tension rising ahead of title showdown
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Can Montpellier hold their nerve? Will PSG get the miracle they need? Check out who's saying what as the hype builds ahead of a tumultuous final round of the Ligue 1 season.
Sunday's probable teams: Big guns to fire?
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Joint Ligue 1 top scorers Olivier Giroud and Nene (21 goals) will have a chance to out-gun each other as season 2011-12's thrilling title race comes to a conclusion on Sunday. Click here for all the team news!
Heroes' welcome for triumphant Chelsea
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - West London came to a standstill on Sunday afternoon as UEFA Champions League winners Chelsea FC returned home to parade their silverware to tens of thousands of Blues fans.
Chelsea and Atlético to contest Super Cup
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - The 2012 UEFA Super Cup will bring together former winners Chelsea FC and Clube Atlético de Madrid in the annual contest at Monaco's Stade Louis II on 31 August.
PSG hoping for a miracle
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Paris Saint-Germain go to relegation-threatened Lorient knowing that they must win and hope leaders Montpellier lose if they are to snatch a third championship and a first since 1994.
Sharapova wins Italian Open crown
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - World number two Maria Sharapova recovers from a set and 4-0 down to beat Li Na and win the Italian Open in Rome.
Historic title beckons for Montpellier
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Sunday is the biggest day in Montpellier's history. A point at relegated Auxerre and René Girard's side will be crowned champions of France for the first time.
Czechs top Finland to take bronze at Worlds
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - The Czech Republic exploded out of the gate with three first-period goals and goaltender Jakub Stepanek made 34 saves and held off a late charge by Finland as the Czechs won the bronze medal game at the 2012 IIHF World Championship 3-2 Sunday at H...
AVB backed for Anfield post
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Andre Villas-Boas has emerged as Sky Bet's 5/6 favourite to be named Liverpool manager amid speculation he is set for an interview next week.
Potential Potters bid for Owen
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Stoke City chairman Peter Coates says manager Tony Pulis could be interested in bringing Michael Owen to the Britannia Stadium.
Hughes ready for summer rest
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Fulham defender Aaron Hughes has welcomed the chance to recharge his batteries at the end of another hectic season.
Schweinsteiger cuts a tragic figure
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Munich - As the tragic night neared it's end <a href='http://www.bundesliga.de/en/liga/clubs/fc-bayern-muenchen/index.php?firsttab=kader&player=24448' target='_self' class='normalred'><b>Bastian Schw
Don't suffocate RvP - Keown
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown believes Robin van Persie must be given the time he needs as the Gunners skipper decides his future.
Better late than never for Chelsea
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Chelsea FC may have been on the brink against FC Bayern München on Saturday, but the Blues once again provided late drama to cap a campaign littered with last-gasp heroics.
Hungary keeper's Everton link
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Olympiakos goalkeeper Balazs Megyeri could be set for a summer move to Everton, according to his agent.
Simpson hopeful of new deal
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Danny Simpson remains hopeful a solution can be found regarding a new contract at Newcastle after insisting he is not being greedy.
Carragher backs Reds signings
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Jamie Carragher feels it is unfair that Liverpool's recent recruits have been made scapegoats following Kenny Dalglish's departure.
Evra slams 'disrespectful' Tevez
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Patrice Evra has accused Manchester City's Carlos Tevez of lacking respect after he was pictured holding up a banner mocking Sir Alex Ferguson.
Baltacha loses Prague semi-final
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Elena Baltacha is beaten at the semi-final stage of the Sparta Prague Open after a straight-sets defeat by Klara Zakopalova.
Resilient Chelsea toast of European press
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - From incredulous praise for Chelsea FC to sympathy for FC Bayern München, UEFA.com reviews the press reaction in England, Germany and Europe to the UEFA Champions League final.
Resilient Chelsea toast of Europe
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - From incredulous praise for Chelsea FC to sympathy for FC Bayern München, UEFA.com reviews the press reaction in England, Germany and Europe to the UEFA Champions League final.
Barry vindicated by success
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Gareth Barry feels Manchester City's title success has justified his decision to turn down Liverpool and walk away from Aston Villa.
Bayern's "nightmare dahoam"
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Munich - After a disappointing night in Munich FC Bayern were once again left to rue their mistakes as the players and staff trudged off the pitch to collect their silver medals, heads hanging, while their joyous opponents celebrated around them.
Heynckes: 'Incredible performance not rewarded'
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Munich - FC Bayern Munich had the tips of their fingers on the handle of the coveted Champions League trophy and it certainly looked like <i>die Münchner</i> were on their way to a well-deserved fifth triumph in European football
Paper Talk: Real eye Modric move
Sunday, 20 May 2012 - Real Madrid are being linked with a &#163;25million swoop for Tottenham's Luka Modric - and a &#163;50million bid for Manchester City's Sergio Aguero.
Picard leads Admirals past IceCaps 3-1; Norfolk takes 2-0 playoff series lead
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - NORFOLK, Va. - Alexandre Picard was at the right place at the right time, which has been his story throughout the playoffs. Picard scored for the seventh time in 11 games, hammering home a rebound at 15:38 of the second period Saturday to giv...
Picard leads Admirals past IceCaps 3-1; Norfolk takes 2-0 playoff series lead
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - NORFOLK, Va. - Alexandre Picard scored twice Saturday to lead the Norfolk Admirals to a 3-1 win over the St. John's IceCaps and a 2-0 lead in their best-of-seven American Hockey League Eastern Conference Final. The teams return to St. John&#
Namestnikov scores twice to lead London at Memorial Cup
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Vladislav Namestnikov had a pair of goals to lead the London Knights to a 5-3 win against the Saint John Sea Dogs on Saturday at Bionest Centre in Shawinigan, Que. Max Domi, Austin Watson and Seth Griffith also had goals for the Ontario Hockey ...
Namestnikov leads London at Memorial Cup
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Vladislav Namestnikov had a pair of goals to lead the London Knights to a 5-3 win against the defending champion Saint John Sea Dogs on Saturday at Bionest Centre in Shawinigan, Que. Austin Watson and Seth Griffith had a goal and two assists ea...
London Knights upset defending champion Saint John Sea Dogs 5-3 at Memorial Cup
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - SHAWINIGAN, Que. - Austin Watson had a goal and two assists as the hard-working London Knights upset the defending champion John Sea Dogs 5-3 at the MasterCard Memorial Cup on Saturday night. Watson's goal at 10:49 of the third period turned
UEFA Champions League final video review
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - On a dramatic night in Munich, Chelsea FC refused to bow down to FC Bayern München and ended the evening by taking the UEFA Champions League trophy back to London for the first time.
Chelsea wait proves worthwhile for Lampard
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - After 11 years at Chelsea FC, stand-in captain Frank Lampard admitted "I've been waiting for this baby for a long time" after lifting the UEFA Champions League trophy in Munich.
Chelsea success leaves Drogba speechless
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Having converted the decisive penalty and earned the man of the match award as Chelsea FC finally claimed the UEFA Champions League, Didier Drogba said words could not describe his emotions.
Chelsea desire the difference for Di Matteo
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Roberto Di Matteo believed "heart and passion" earned Chelsea FC a first UEFA Champions League title as Jupp Heynckes rued FC Bayern München's inability to make their chances count.
Rangers' Prust to have hearing Sunday
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - New York Rangers forward Brandon Prust will have a hearing with the NHL's Department of Player Safety on Sunday morning after connecting with the head of Anton Volchenkov during a 3-0 win against the New Jersey Devils in Game 3 of the Eastern Co
'I can't believe it; a dream broke down in seconds'
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Ivica Olić and Jérôme Boateng acknowledged FC Bayern München had paid the price for failing to make the most of their opportunities as the UEFA Champions League slipped away.
Watch UEFA Champions League highlights
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Chelsea FC's quest to win the UEFA Champions League reached a successful conclusion as Didier Drogba, scorer of their 88th-minute equaliser, completed a penalty shoot-out triumph over FC Bayern München.
Chelsea win breaks London duck
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Chelsea FC's victory against FC Bayern München makes them the first London club to win the European Cup – and only the sixth side from a capital city to have lifted the trophy.
Chelsea lift England up European Cup ranking
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Chelsea FC's dramatic triumph in Munich is England's fourth in the UEFA Champions League era, taking the country's number of European Cup wins to 12, one behind Spain's record.
Shoot-out triumph ends Chelsea's long wait for glory
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - <b>FC Bayern München 1-1 Chelsea FC (aet, Chelsea win 4-3 on penalties)</b><br />Chelsea finally claimed their first UEFA Champions League title, Didier Drogba converting the decisive spot kick to deny Bayern a home victory.
Shoot-out win ends Chelsea's long wait for glory
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - <b>FC Bayern München 1-1 Chelsea FC (aet, Chelsea win 4-3 on penalties)</b><br />Chelsea finally claimed their first UEFA Champions League title, Didier Drogba converting the decisive spot kick to deny Bayern a home victory.
Chelsea etch new name on trophy
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - There is new name on the UEFA Champions League trophy after Chelsea FC's victory against FC Bayern München made them the first maiden winners since Borussia Dortmund in 1997.
"Football is brutal sometimes"
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Munich - FC Bayern's Champions League dream of winning the "Finale dahoam" was <a href='http://www.bundesliga.de/en/liga/news/2011/0000212902.php' target='_self' class='normalred'><b>shattered
Record-breaking Messi takes top scorer honour
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - FC Barcelona were not in Munich to defend their European title, but Lionel Messi won the top scorer honour for a record fourth successive season with an unsurpassed 14 goals.
Rangers' Prust could face punishment for elbowing Devils' Volchenkov in head during Game 3
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - NEWARK, N.J. - Rangers forward Brandon Prust could be facing punishment for an elbow to the back of the head of New Jersey Devils defenceman Anton Volchenkov during the second period of New York's 3-0 victory on Saturday in Game 3 of the Easte
Kovalchuk and Devils' power play held in check by Lundqvist in Rangers' 3-0 win in Game 3
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - NEWARK, N.J. - Ilya Kovalchuk wound up for a hard one-timer in the third period, only to see it gobbled up again by Henrik Lundqvist. The New Jersey Devils' biggest scoring threat shoved his stick back into his hand like he was jamming it in
Blues ruin Bavarian dream
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Munich - Chelsea made history in the final of European football's most prestigious competition on Saturday night as they overcame the odds to beat FC Bayern Munich 4-3 on penalties inside their own stadium and become the first London side to win
Down but not out: Phoenix Coyotes have faced longer odds than 0-3 deficit in West final
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - EL SEGUNDO, Calif. - For three years now, coach Dave Tippett has kept the Phoenix Coyotes together when they had every off-ice reason to fall apart. When they struggled to fill their rink, when the franchise seemed headed to Winnipeg, Tippett an...
Djokovic through to Nadal final
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Novak Djokovic will play Rafael Nadal in the final of the Italian Open after the Serbian's straight-sets win over Roger Federer.
Slovakia looking to upset high-powered Russia
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Since dropping their first two games at the 2012 IIHF World Hockey Championship (3-2 to Canada and 1-0 to Finland), Slovakia has been labeled a tournament underdog. Even after winning seven straight games since those two losses, it's a label the
Lundqvist, Rangers blank Devils, 3-0, take 2-1 series lead in Eastern Conference Finals
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - NEWARK, N.J. - Henrik Lundqvist stopped all 36 shots, and Dan Girardi, Chris Kreider and Ryan Callahan scored third-period goals to lead the New York Rangers to a 3-0 win over the New Jersey Devils in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals on S...
Champions Festival leaves lasting impression
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - The first public screening of a UEFA Champions League final provided the perfect end to four fun-filled days at Munich's Olympiapark as the UEFA Champions Festival closed its doors.
Jallet: 'We believe'
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Paris Saint-Germain captain Christophe Jallet makes no bones about his side's chances of pipping Montpellier to the title: they are slim, but Carlo Ancelotti's men have not yet given up hope of winning a first Ligue 1 crown in 18 years.
No Chelsea contact - Capello
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Fabio Capello has played down speculation he could become Chelsea's new manager.
Knight's big defenceman Tinordi looks to follow father Mark to NHL career
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - SHAWINIGAN, Que. - Jarred Tinordi had no idea how lucky he was hanging around an NHL rink as a little kid while his father Mark played for the Washington Capitals. But the towering London Knights defenceman has no doubt that having a dad who ...
All-Star Claude Giroux headlines list of 5 Philadelphia Flyers needing off-season surgery
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - PHILADELPHIA - All-Star forward Claude Giroux headlines a list of five Philadelphia Flyers who needed off-season surgery. Giroux had surgery on his right wrist to repair torn cartilage and surgery on left wrist to remove bone spurs. He needs ...
Traoré snapped up by AC Milan
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Despite having a final match to play - against Lille on Sunday - Nancy's Mali midifelder Bakaye Traoré - a free agent at the end of the season - has already signed a three-year deal with Italian giants AC Milan.
Girard: 'Take our chance'
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Montpellier boss René Girard admits that it has been hard to keep a lid on the tension as the final match approaches, and he knows his men will need to stay concentrated to get the result in Auxerre and pip PSG to the Ligue 1 title.
Nadal books spot in Italian final
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Rafael Nadal books his place in the Italian Open final with a straight-sets victory against compatriot David Ferrer in Rome.
Memorial Cup anthem singer let go for flashing political message
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - SHAWINIGAN, Que. - The national anthem singer at the opening game of the MasterCard Memorial Cup has been let go by tournament organizers after flashing a political message on his sweater after his performance. At the end of the anthem before...
Nadal cruises into Italian final
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Rafael Nadal eases into Italian Open final with a straight-sets victory against compatriot David Ferrer in Rome.
World All-Stars defeat Bayern legends
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - The World All-Stars won Saturday's Ultimate Champions match which drew a sizeable crowd to the Olympiastadion and 320,000 online viewers as UEFA streamed it for the first time.
New Champions League theme version
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Tonight's UEFA Champions League final opening ceremony will feature singer Jonas Kaufmann performing a new version of the official UEFA Champions League theme.
McManaman: Reds need realism
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Steve McManaman has told Liverpool the days of them being able to hand-pick their next manager are "long gone".
Sharapova lines up final with Li
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Russian Maria Sharapova's straight-sets victory over Angelique Kerber lines up a final showdown with Li Na after Serena Williams withdraws.
Malkin's hat trick leads Russians to World final
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Evgeni Malkin scored a hat trick as Russia scored six straight goals to eliminate defending champion and co-host Finland with a 6-2 win Saturday in the semifinals of the 2012 IIHF World Hockey Championship. Russia will have a chance to capture ...
Giroux leads list of Flyers injuries
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Three members of the Philadelphia Flyers already have started their rehabilitation from injuries suffered during the 2011-12 season, with a few others scheduled to join them. Flyers general manager Paul Holmgren announced Saturday that All-Star...
Balotelli makes City pledge
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli has quashed talk of a move back to Italy by pledging his future to the Premier League champions.
Gunners eye Blues starlet
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Arsenal are leading the chase for Birmingham starlet Foday Nabay and hope to conclude a deal next week, according to reports.
Ready for the showdown
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Munich - It's the day everyone has been waiting for. Every angle has been covered, every story has been written, but the bottom line is that FC Bayern Munich have a chance to become the first team ever to win a Champions League final on home soi
Harry cool over final outcome
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Harry Redknapp admits he will not let the outcome of the Champions League final "screw him up" as he sweats over Tottenham's future plans.
Canaries stand firm over Holt
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Norwich chief executive David McNally insists his club are on a firm footing despite Grant Holt's request to leave Carrow Road.
Carver: Toon can count on Al
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Alan Pardew has been backed as the man to lead Newcastle United on as they look to build on an impressive fifth-place Premier League finish.
Ole: I'm not Gunnar join Villa
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has revealed he is not going to take the vacant manager's job at Aston Villa and will stay with his current club Molde.
Ole would listen to Villa offer
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is prepared to listen to an offer from Aston Villa if they make contact with him again, but is happy to stay at Molde.
Where are you watching the Champions League final?
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - With only 62,500 fans able to watch tonight's final at the Fußball Arena München, UEFA.com wants to know where you will be watching the biggest game in European club football.
Where will you watch the Champions League final?
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - With only 62,500 fans able to watch tonight's final at the Fußball Arena München, UEFA.com wants to know where you will be watching the biggest game in European club football.
Milan quash Ibrahimovic talk
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - AC Milan vice-president Adriano Galliani has denied reports that Manchester City have made enquiries to sign striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
Hughes waits on Barton verdict
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - QPR boss Mark Hughes will deal with Joey Barton once the FA has announced its punishment for last week's behaviour against Manchester City.
Serena Williams in injury scare
Saturday, 19 May 2012 - Serena Williams says she will be fit for the French Open after withdrawing from the Italian Open with a sore back.
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