Lille draw inspiration from Real conquerors LyonLille will draw inspiration from fellow French side Olympique Lyon’s European exploits when they attempt to end Liverpool’s last chance of silverware in the Europa League.
Sir Alex Ferguson is Irreplaceable, Says David MayDUBAI — David May knows a thing or two about winning tiles. The former Manchester United defender was a member of that United team which created history in the summer of 1999.
Jazira Coach Braga Slams PlayersABU DHABI — Al Jazira coach Abel Braga came down hard on his team despite them rallying to take three points against Emirates.
Beckham Prepares for Surgery: DoctorTURKU (FINLAND) — David Beckham arrived in the Finnish city of Turku on Monday afternoon to undergo surgery on a ruptured Achilles tendon that looks set to rule him out of the World Cup.
Beckham recovering well after surgery: DoctorDavid Beckham is recovering well from surgery on his left Achilles’ tendon and will start to walk on crutches in his first rehabilitation exercises on Tuesday.
Barcelona to unleash magical Messi on StuttgartMADRID - Holders Barcelona hope Argentine sensation Lionel Messi can continue his rich vein of goalscoring form on Wednesday against VfB Stuttgart in the second leg of the last 16 Champions League tie at Camp Nou.
Ten-man Atletico beat OsasunaMADRID - A ten-man Atletico Madrid side beat Osasuna 1-0 at home on Monday thanks to a late goal by Spanish midfielder Jose Manuel Jurado which helps keep their dreams of securing a place in the Champions League alive.
Ronaldo is a ‘provocative’ player, says NivaldoMADRID - Valladolid’s Brazilian defender Nivaldo Santana, who appeared to stamp on Ronaldo’s shin during a weeked Spanish league match, accused the Portuguese striker of being a “provocative” player on Monday.
US, Australia book final World Cup tuneup in JuneCHICAGO - Australia and the United States will meet on June 5 in a World Cup 2010 tune-up match in suburban Johannesburg on the weekend before each team plays its opener in the global football showdown.
Showman Mourinho takes sideswipe at ChelseaLONDON - Inter Milan coach Jose Mourinho made a theatrical return to Chelsea on Monday with a masterly performance on the eve of their Champions League showdown.