Football

United's early exit from the CL last season cost the English club almost 17 million euros in payments from UEFA.

Barcelona's star player has been voted Best International Athlete at the 2012 ESPY awards.

Lille signed Ivory Coast international Salomon Kalou on Saturday in a bid to bolster their depleted forward line.

The legendary Pele says that the 1970 WC winners contained more gifted individuals than Spain's current side.

The Manchester City man made the headlines for all the wrong reasons when he celebrated his goal against England.

Spain Coach, del Bosque says that he is not perturbed by the criticism of Spain's style of play.

Roy Hodgson has hailed the effort and commitment of his England players after their exit from Euro 2012.

Ukraine was denied a clear goal as Devic's effort was hooked away by defender but not before TV replays showed the ball had crossed the line.

Cassano and Balotelli scored as the Italians registered a comfortable 2-0 win over the Irish team.

The Italian striker reportedly limped out of a training session.

The former Ireland captain has slammed the team's performance following their 4-0 thrashing by Spain.

Out of the shadow of Messi but still beneath the weight of a nation, Ronaldo turned in a woeful display on Wednesday in the 3-2 win against Denmark.

The 65-year-old Redknapp paid the price for the club failing to qualify for the lucrative Champions League.

The 28-year-old walked trudged past the Dutch supporters on his way to the bench.

As interim manager, the Italian led the Blues to Champions League and FA Cup titles last season.

The Czech Republic put Greece on the brink of elimination from Group A of Euro 2012 after a 2-1 victory over the Ethniki.