European Soccer News
We keep you update on the latest happening on the European soccer scenes.
Hodgson pleased for Ngog
Roy Hodgson hailed the performance of David Ngog after the Frenchman's double got the new Liverpool manager's reign off to a winning start last night.
(read more)Kayal promises to restore spirits at Celtic after setback in Braga
Beram Kayal has promised to lift the spirits of Celtic's fans and said playing in the Champions League meant nothing compared to starring for "one of the best clubs in the world".
(read more)Ngog strikes twice to ensure a winning start to Hodgson's reign
There's passion to be found inside a Macedonian football stadium. That most of last night's should have been directed at Liverpool's Sotirios Kyrgiakos, who suffered the misfortune of being a Greek in a country that cannot agree with its big neighbour Greece what its name might be, said much about Liverpool's curious first adventure on the long and winding road towards what might be a Dublin final next May.
(read more)Celtic can beat Braga says Ledley
Celtic new boy Joe Ledley insists his Champions League dream is not yet over despite the Hoops losing 3-0 away to Braga in their third qualifying round first leg.
(read more)Liverpool set to launch new era (in European backwater)
Tonight's opponents go by the nickname of "the Romantics" but forgive Liverpool if they don't share in the heartwarming cup story as they travel into Europe a full seven weeks earlier than they would have wanted. The first 7am check-in of the season at Liverpool Airport sent Roy Hodgson's side on their way into Europa League third qualifying round combat against FK Rabotnicki of Macedonia and the manager can only hope that they don't play, as well as sound, like a robotic dog from the former Soviet era.
(read more)Braga beating leaves Celtic with tough task
Celtic are on the brink of crashing out of this season's Champions League after gifting Braga a 3-0 win in last night's third qualifying round first leg. A controversial first-half penalty from Alan – awarded after Ki Sung-Yeung was adjudged to have handled – a debut goal from Uwa Elderson Echiejile, and a stunning free-kick from substitute Matheus ensured the Hoops' miserable European away record continued under Neil Lennon.
(read more)Raul makes Shalke switch
Real Madrid legend Raul has penned a two-year deal with Schalke, the Bundesliga club have confirmed.
(read more)Barcelona confirm huge financial losses
Barcelona lost more than 77million euros last season, the club's vice-president for economic affairs Javier Faus has revealed.
(read more)Fabiano pledges future to Sevilla
Luis Fabiano appears to have ruled out a move to the Premier League after pledging his future to Sevilla.
(read more)New Saints to break new ground against Anderlecht
Anderlecht's players admit they know nothing about their opponents, but the Belgian champions would be well advised not to underestimate The New Saints when the two teams meet tonight at the Racecourse Ground in Wrexham for the first leg of their Champions' League third qualifying round tie.
(read more)Raul says farewell to Real Madrid
Raul has bid farewell to Real Madrid following 16 years at the Santiago Bernabeu, but says he will always remain loyal to the club which gave him his chance as a 17-year-old.
(read more)Ribery vows to emerge from sex scandal
Frank Ribery is determined to come through a "stressful and depressing" time in his life and get back to performing well for Bayern Munich.
(read more)Champions League trial for extra officials
Football's lawmaking panel has expanded the experimental use of two extra assistant referees for competitions including the Champions League, starting in the new season.
(read more)Extra officials for Champions League
The additional assistant referees system experimented with in last season's Europa League will be used in the Champions League this year.
(read more)Totti came close to quitting football
Roma legend Francesco Totti has admitted he came close to quitting the game after he was dismissed in the Coppa Italia final at the end of last season.
(read more)Fabiano wants to stay at Sevilla
Sevilla striker Luis Fabiano has spoken of his desire to remain at the La Liga side for the foreseeable future.
(read more)Casillas dismisses Mourinho rift fears
Goalkeeper Iker Casillas has dismissed suggestions that Real Madrid's World Cup stars are on collision course with new coach Jose Mourinho.
(read more)Guardiola still wants Fabregas at Barcelona
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola has reiterated his desire to sign Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas, but says the final decision rests with the Gunners.
(read more)Barcelona admit defeat in chase for Fabregas
The Barcelona president, Sandro Rosell, yesterday conceded the Spanish champions will probably fail in their attempt to force Arsenal into selling their prize asset Cesc Fabregas to the Spanish club.
(read more)Portugal trip for Celtic
Celtic will play Portuguese side Braga in the third qualifying round of the Champions League.
(read more)Mourinho's first day unleashes Real revolution
Stand by your beds, here comes Jose Mourinho. Real Madrid's pre-season training began yesterday, with those among the squard who were not called to international duty this summer (this being Real, they number no more than 10) summoned to touch base with their employers. They may well have noticed a few differences. Starting with those beds.
(read more)Beware: Things can only get better for Barça
The world would appear to be Barcelona's oyster. After all, on Sunday they provided seven of the starting XI that won Spain their first World Cup. As praise was showered on the likes of Xavi, Andres Iniesta and Carles Puyol – all Barça men – the fact that only Barcelona players scored for Vicente del Bosque's side in South Africa seemed to imply that the trophy should reside in the Nou Camp alongside the host of honours the Catalan club have won in the past two years.
(read more)Henry quits Spain to play for New York
Thierry Henry has joined the New York Red Bulls from Barcelona on a "multi-year contract", the Major League Soccer club have confirmed.
(read more)Fabregas urged to join Barça by Iniesta
Andres Iniesta reiterated his desire to be reunited with Cesc Fabregas at Barcelona next season. The two Spaniards played a key role in winning the World Cup for their country on Sunday and Iniesta says he would be "delighted" to see the Arsenal man join the Catalan side.
(read more)Juventus signal desire to sign Dzeko
Edin Dzeko would be a dream signing for Juventus, according to club general director Giuseppe Marotta.
(read more)Manchester City target Dzeko wants switch
Wolfsburg's star striker Edin Dzeko has once again reiterated his desire to leave the Bundesliga outfit ahead of the new season.
(read more)Roma put up for sale amid debts
Roma have been officially put up for sale by the club's owners as part of a deal to clear their debts with major creditor UniCredit.
(read more)Di Maria seals Real Madrid switch
Angel Di Maria has completed his move to Real Madrid after passing a medical at the Primera Division giants today.
(read more)Manchester United and Manchester City target Balotelli may stay with Inter Milan
It is up to Inter Milan whether Mario Balotelli remains at the San Siro next season, according to the player's agent.
(read more)Barça tell Fabregas: it's now or never
Barcelona president Sandro Rosell will travel to South Africa to meet Arsène Wenger in order to speed along the transfer of midfielder Cesc Fabregas, he said yesterday. Rosell wants to sort out a deal with Arsenal in the next few days.
(read more)Barcelona fail to pay player wages
Barcelona president Sandro Rosell has revealed the extent of the financial worries at Barcelona, admitting the players' wages for last month have not been paid.
(read more)Bayern Munich insist Schweinsteiger is not for sale
Bayern Munich chief Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has insisted star midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger is not for sale.
(read more)Ibrahimovic won't leave Barcelona says agent
The agent of Zlatan Ibrahimovic has quashed speculation the Swedish striker will leave Barcelona and return to Serie A this summer.
(read more)Buffon facing three months out after surgery
Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon is set to be sidelined for three months after undergoing back surgery.
(read more)Cruyff stripped of honorary Barcelona title
Barcelona legend Johan Cruyff has been stripped of his title of honorary president of the Catalan club following the takeover of Sandro Rosell on Thursday.
(read more)Mourinho defends Ronaldo after criticism
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has defended Cristiano Ronaldo after Portugal's exit from this summer's World Cup finals in South Africa.
(read more)Sorry, Premier League. Serie A is the new home of world talent
The Premier League has come in for a lot of criticism since England's ignominious exit from the World Cup and there is a further blow for the self-styled "best league in the world" with the news that it languishes in fourth among domestic competitions as the provider of players to the eight teams still left in the competition.
(read more)Ozil agent plays down Barcelona link
The agent of Germany World Cup star Mesut Ozil has played down reports that Barcelona are preparing a big-money offer for his client.
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