Football

The loss left Spain without the only major title it has failed to win in a five-year span.

QPR manager Harry Redknapp has confirmed Julio Cesar will leave the club this summer, with Arsenal believed to be the front-runners for the goalkeeper's signature.

The 26-year-old Benat played for Bilbao's second team until 2008. He had a breakout season for Betis in 2010-11 and has become one of the Spanish league's most sought-after playmakers.

Koscielny has a four-year contract left with the England club and stated that he will see through that.

Ancelotti also confirmed former France and Real midfielder Zinedine Zidane would be one of his assistants on the bench along with Englishman Paul Clement.

The striker, who would cost 25 million pounds, has always had the Nou Camp as his No. 1 choice if he was ever to leave Manchester United.

The Brazilian midfielder will move to Italy after the two clubs agreed upon a deal worth 7.8 million euros.

City Manager Manuel Pellegrini has called off any possibility of Edin Dzeko moving out of Etihad.

Having already been ruled out of Thursday's semi-final, Italy coach decided to send Balotelli home after consulting with team physician.

Bayern Munich unveiled their new coach Pep Guardiola amid a media frenzy as the Bavarians plan to extend their domination at home and in Europe.

Mario Balotelli will miss Italy's semi-final vs Spain in the Confederations Cup due to a strained thigh.

Spain defeated Nigeria 3-0 with two goals by Alba and another from Torres to set up a semi-final showdown with Italy.

Manchester City and Chelsea have also been linked to the Uruguay and Napoli striker.

Van Ginkel is considered one of the hottest young properties in European football.

Law firm Juarez Veciana said in a statement that the Barcelona forward "scrupulously complies with Spanish legislation."

Tottenham manager stated that the club has the pledge of Spurs chairman that he will not let go of Bale from North London.