Former European Cup winners Porto and Celtic took big steps toward the Champions League group stage on Wednesday, as home teams struggled in their playoff round, first-leg...

It's rare for a champion not to even qualify as a candidate to defend its title. But Atletico Madrid must be considered a long shot to hold onto its Spanish league crown after losing several...

Real Madrid is set to place an even greater emphasis on winning the Spanish league title after ending its quest for an elusive 10th European Cup last season.   For 12 straight years,...

Aligning Luis Suarez with Lionel Messi and Neymar to spear Barcelona's attack looks like a winning formula, if the three can set aside their problems and possible distractions.   The...

Two months after Spain's national team flopped at the World Cup, the country's domestic league is ready to shine with even more star power.   Already boasting the sport's two...

Arsenal held on with 10 men to draw 0-0 at Besiktas in the Champions League playoff round Tuesday, while Bayer Leverkusen is better placed to reach the group stage after winning 3-2 at FC...

Antonio Conte is ready to turn Italy back into a powerhouse.   The former Juventus coach, who signed a two-year deal to take over the national team on Tuesday, is replacing Cesare Prandelli,...

Luis Suarez is ready to put his biting days behind him.   The Barcelona striker was officially presented to fans on Tuesday at an event delayed for more than five weeks because of his...

Prestige and a cash bonanza for reaching the Champions League group stage awaits 10 teams as the qualifying phase for Europe's top competition reaches its climax over the next two...

Diego Costa scored just 17 minutes into his debut and Cesc Fabregas had two assists in a superb performance as Chelsea opened its Premier League campaign with a 3-1 win at newcomer...