Champions League

Shakhtar Donetsk's Fernandinho in action on December 5, 2012
Fernandinho targets Champions League with Manchester City
Fernandinho insists that Manchester City can win the Champions League in his first season.
12:20
Juventus' players celebrate their win over AC Milan in the Serie A clash on April 21, 2013
Gianluca Vialli: 'Juventus need to buy to win Champions League'
Former Juventus striker Gianluca Vialli claims that the Bianconeri need to buy this summer if they are to compete in the Champions League.
Jun 16, 11:15
Bayern Munich player Bastian Schweinsteiger celebrates after scoring against Eintracht Frankfurt on April 6, 2013
Bastian Schweinsteiger: 'Barcelona are still number one'
Bayern Munich midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger claims that "Barcelona is still the number one club in Europe".
Jun 9, 13:57
FC Barcelona midfielder Xavi during a press conference on April 22, 2013
Xavi laughs off criticism
Barcelona midfielder Xavi quells claims that the club will struggle in the next few seasons.
Jun 8, 17:30
Ian Ayre
Ian Ayre: 'Liverpool may need three years to reach Champions League'
Liverpool managing director Ian Ayre believes that it could take three years for the club to reach the Champions League again.
Jun 7, 21:03
Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho prior to kick-off against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on April 30, 2013
Alexei Smertin: 'Jose Mourinho to target Champions League'
Former Chelsea midfielder Alexei Smertin believes that Jose Mourinho's priority will be to win the Champions League following his return to the club.
Jun 4, 16:39
Robin Van Persie, Rafael Da Silva
Rafael da Silva annoyed by Champions League exit
Rafael da Silva believes that Manchester United should have gone further than the quarter-finals of last season's Champions League.
Jun 4, 11:21
Wesley Sneijder
Wesley Sneijder linked with Jose Mourinho reunion at Chelsea
Galatasaray playmaker Wesley Sneijder is linked with a move to Chelsea and reunion with former coach Jose Mourinho at Stamford Bridge.
Jun 4, 03:42
Liverpool's Luis Suarez holds his head in his hands after a missed chance during the match against Reading on April 13, 2013
Graeme Souness: 'Liverpool will struggle to make Champions League without Luis Suarez'
Former Liverpool manager Graeme Souness believes that the club will find it difficult to make the Champions League next season if Luis Suarez leaves.
Jun 2, 02:53
Malaga coach Manuel Pellegrini
Manchester City targeting Champions League improvement
Khaldoon al-Mubarak says that Manchester City will be aiming to win every competition next season.
Jun 1, 21:21
Stuttgart's Arthur Boka celebrates moments after scoring the opening goal against Freiburg on April 17, 2013
Arthur Boka: 'We can spring a surprise in German Cup final'
Arthur Boka believes that Stuttgart can upset the odds when they take on Bayern Munich in the German Cup final tomorrow.
May 31, 13:57
Franck Ribery celebrates scoring for Bayern
Franck Ribery: 'This has been my best season'
Bayern Munich winger Franck Ribery admits that he will struggle to match this season in terms of individual form and silverware as his side aim to complete a trophy treble this weekend.
May 29, 15:57
Paris Saint-Germain's boss Carlo Ancelotti reacts on the touchline in the match against Montpellier on March 29, 2013
Zlatan Ibrahimovic wants Carlo Ancelotti to stay at Paris Saint-Germain
Zlatan Ibrahimovic urges Carlo Ancelotti to stay at Paris Saint-Germain and help build a dynasty in the French capital.
May 27, 16:35
Bayern's Arjen Robben scores the winning goal in the Champions League Final on May 25, 2013
Bookmakers' pay out £250,000 on Arjen Robben's late Bayern Munich winner
William Hill pay out £250,000 to punters following Arjen Robben's late winner for Bayern Munich against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League final.
May 27, 13:17
Bayern Munich's Arjen Robben celebrates scoring the winning goal in the Champions League Final on May 25, 2013
Arjen Robben "looking forward" to Chelsea reunion
Bayern Munich winger Arjen Robben says that he is looking forward to facing former club Chelsea in next season's European Super Cup.
May 27, 00:28
Dortmund's Neven Subotic in action against Man City on October 3, 2012
Neven Subotic rues missed chances
Borussia Dortmund defender Neven Subotic admits that his side missing their early chances was the difference in Champions League final.
May 26, 06:12
Bayern Munich players celebrate as they lift the UEFA Champions League trophy on May 25, 2013
Franck Ribery: "We deserve this trophy"
Franck Ribery says that Bayern Munich had to dig deep after coming under pressure in the opening half hour against Borussia Dortmund, but deserve their victory in the end.
May 26, 01:31
Bayern Munich players celebrate as they lift the UEFA Champions League trophy on May 25, 2013
Jupp Heynckes hails golden Bayern Munich generation
Jupp Heynckes says that no-one could have envisioned the dominance of his Bayern Munich side this season.
May 26, 00:37
Bayern Munich's Arjen Robben celebrates scoring the winning goal in the Champions League Final on May 25, 2013
Arjen Robben lost for words
Arjen Robben says that Bayern Munich are heading into the history books after finally clinching the club's fifth European title.
May 25, 22:55
Bayern Munich players celebrate as they lift the UEFA Champions League trophy on May 25, 2013
Mats Hummels: 'Bayern Munich deserve trophy'
Mats Hummels says that Bayern Munich deserve the Champions League title following tonight's final at Wembley.
May 25, 22:42
Dortmund coach Juergen Klopp during the Champions League final on May 25, 2013
Jurgen Klopp congratulates Bayern Munich
Jurgen Klopp says that his Borussia Dortmund team tired in the latter stages of their Champions League final against Bayern Munich.
May 25, 22:32
Bayern Munich players celebrate as they lift the UEFA Champions League trophy on May 25, 2013
Result: Bayern Munich win the Champions League
Bayern Munich seal their fifth European title with a 2-1 win over Borussia Dortmund at Wembley.
May 25, 21:39
Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich players line up prior to kick-off on May 25, 2013
In Pictures: The Champions League final
Sports Mole presents the best images from the 2013 Champions League final.
May 25, 20:31
Borussia Dortmund's Jakub Blaszczykowski has his shot saved by Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer during the Champions League final on May 25, 2013
Half-Time Report: No goals so far at Wembley
It remains goalless between Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich at half time in the Champions League final at Wembley.
May 25, 20:31
Dortmund goalkeeper Roman Weidenfeller vies for the ball with Bayern's Arjen Robben during the Champions League Final on May 25, 2013
Live Commentary: Bayern Munich 2-1 Borussia Dortmund - as it happened
Sports Mole's minute-by-minute report of Bayern Munich's 2-1 win over Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League final.
May 25, 18:46
Bayern forward Arjen Robben is mobbed by team mates after scoring the opening goal against Barcelona on May 1, 2013
Team News: No surprises for Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund
Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund both name their strongest starting lineups for tonight's Champions League final at Wembley Stadium.
May 25, 18:37
Lyon boss Remi Garde during the Europa League match against Lyon on February 14, 2013
Remi Garde: 'Nerves not a concern for Lyon'
Lyon manager Remi Garde does not expect nerves to be a problem for his team as they look to secure Champions League football for next season.
May 25, 13:00
Dortmund defender Mats Hummels in action against Manchester City on December 4, 2012
Mats Hummels wants to end Borussia Dortmund player exodus
Borussia Dortmund defender Mats Hummels wants to stop his top teammates leaving the club.
May 25, 09:42
Bayern forward Arjen Robben is mobbed by team mates after scoring the opening goal against Barcelona on May 1, 2013
Jupp Heynckes praises Arjen Robben form
Bayern Munich coach Jupp Heynckes praises the recent form of winger Arjen Robben ahead of Saturday's Champions League final with Borussia Dortmund.
May 25, 08:56
Bayern boss Jupp Heynckes ahead of the Champions League match against Arsenal on March 13, 2013
Jupp Heynckes confident of victory
Jupp Heynckes hopes that the 'footballing gods' are smiling on Bayern Muunich in the Champions League final this evening.
May 25, 07:29
Dortmund coach Juergen Klopp during the Bundesliga match against Wolfsburg on May 11, 2013
Jurgen Klopp: 'Perfect place, perfect opponent'
Jurgen Klopp described tonight's Champions League final between Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich as "perfect".
May 25, 06:55
Bayern's Franck Ribery is mobbed by team mates after scoring his second goal against Borussia Monchengladbach on May 18, 2013
Franck Ribery desperate for Champions League victory
Franck Ribery says that he is ready to end his and Bayern Munich's long wait for Champions League glory.
May 25, 05:26
Dortmund defender Mats Hummels in action against Manchester City on December 4, 2012
Mats Hummels passed fit for Borussia Dortmund
Borussia Dortmund defender Mats Hummels recovers from an ankle injury in time for Saturday's Champions League final against Bayern Munich.
May 24, 21:24
Bayern boss Jupp Heynckes ahead of the Champions League match against Arsenal on March 13, 2013
Jupp Heynckes expects "intense" Champions League final
Bayern Munich manager Jupp Heynckes believes that this weekend's Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund will be an "intense" encounter.
May 24, 20:51
Bayern's Thomas Muller celebrates scoring against FC Barcelona during the Champions League semi final first leg on April 23, 2013
Bayern Munich's Thomas Muller: 'Last year's defeat motivates us'
Bayern Munich midfielder Thomas Muller insists that last season's Champions League defeat has motivated the team ahead of tomorrow's final.
May 24, 17:26
AC Milan defender Cristian Zapata during the Serie A match against Napoli on April 14, 2013
AC Milan director: Champions League qualification failure would be "disaster"
Umberto Gandini admits that AC Milan rely on the money that Champions League qualification provides.
May 24, 15:57
Dortmund's Marco Reus celebrates scoring his side's third goal against Wolfsburg on May 11, 2013
Marco Reus: 'All-German Champions League final is achievement'
Marco Reus says that two Bundesliga sides reaching the Champions League final is a big achievement for German football.
May 24, 15:18
Champions League trophy
UEFA confirm Europa League winners will qualify for Champions League
UEFA confirm that from 2015 the Europa League winners will qualify for the Champions League.
May 24, 11:18
Borussia Dortmund boss Jurgen Klopp prior to kick-off against Real Madrid in the Champions League on April 30, 2013
Jurgen Klopp: 'Malaga victory gave us belief'
Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp reveals that it was his side's dramatic win over Malaga at the quarter-final stage that helped them believe that they could win the Champions League.
May 24, 08:03
Bayern forward Thomas Muller celebrates a goal against Stuttgart on January 27, 2013
Thomas Muller: 'Bayern Munich can cope with pressure'
Thomas Muller insists that Bayern Munich can cope with being the favourites for Saturday's Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund at Wembley Stadium.
May 24, 01:55
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