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European leagues: Most clubs oppose changes in competitions

Tuesday, 7 May 2019, 20:06 Last update: about 9 years ago Associated Press

A "vast majority" of European teams are against plans by elite clubs to radically change the shape of the Champions League, according to the organization representing national leagues. The...

Cologne promoted back to Bundesliga as 2nd division champion

Monday, 6 May 2019, 23:02 Last update: about 9 years ago Associated Press

Two days after firing its coach, Cologne secured its return to the Bundesliga as Germany's second division champion with a 4-0 win at Greuther Fuerth on Monday. A hat trick from Jhon Cordoba and...

Casillas released from hospital, uncertain about future

Monday, 6 May 2019, 17:09 Last update: about 9 years ago Associated Press

A cheerful Iker Casillas was released from the hospital on Monday, five days after having a heart attack. The veteran Porto goalkeeper said he was thrilled with his recovery but didn't give any...

Klopp says Liverpool are without Salah against Barcelona

Monday, 6 May 2019, 13:46 Last update: about 9 years ago Associated Press

Liverpool coach Juergen Klopp has confirmed Mohamed Salah cannot play against Barcelona in the Champions League on Tuesday. Klopp said Monday the forward sustained a concussion in the 3-2 win...

BOV Div. I: Ogonuppe hat-trick helps ten-man Vittoriosa keep their status

Sunday, 5 May 2019, 20:02 Last update: about 9 years ago Chris Cassar

Joseph Ogonuppe scored a hat-trick to help ten-man Vittoriosa beat Mgarr United 3-2 and keep their First Division status. It was a close shave for Vittoriosa who were stretched to the limit by a vivid Mgarr side that gave its all, but finally had to surrender to their more experienced opponents....

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