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Chelsea clinch Europa League

Rafael Benitez’s reign as Chelsea’s interim manager will end in triumph after Branislav Ivanovic’s injury-time header won the Europa League final against Benfica in Amsterdam.

Man United parade trophy, mark Ferguson’s retirement

A victory parade to mark Manchester United’s 20th league title and Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement has drawn thousands of fans on to the streets.

Cameroon FA rejects outgoing coach’s squad

Outgoing Cameroon coach Jean-Paul Akono has circulated an unofficial squad list for the Indomitable Lions friendly match and World Cup qualifiers in June.

Griffiths, Wanyama win SPL awards

Leigh Griffiths has been named Clydesdale Bank Player of the Year while Victor Wanyama has topped the young player poll. 

Hibs striker Griffiths adds the award from the Scottish Premier League’s sponsor to the PFA Scotland young player award from fellow players. 

Kaizer Chiefs are PSL champions

Kaizer Chiefs needed just one point to win the 2012/13 Premier Soccer League and they got it with a 1-1 draw with SuperSport United at Peter Mokaba Stadium on Wednesday.

PSG block Real move for Ancelotti

Paris St-Germain have rejected an approach from Real Madrid for the French club’s coach, Carlo Ancelotti. 

“Real came and I discussed it with them,” said PSG president Nasser al Khelaifi. “He’s got a contract for one more year. For me he’s here next year.” 

Lampard says new Chelsea deal ‘looking good’

Frank Lampard says the chances of him signing a new contract to stay with Chelsea next season are "looking good".

The midfielder became Chelsea’s all-time leading scorer last week but his future has been in doubt as his current deal expires at the end of this season.

Ferguson enjoys farewell victory

Sir Alex Ferguson’s final game as Manchester United manager at Old Trafford ended as so many have done before - with victory secured by a late goal.

Sacking ends poor season at Man City

Manchester City spoke of the need to “develop a holistic approach” as one of the reasons for sacking manager Roberto Mancini - but more basic forces were at work in his dismissal. 

Mancini angry with Man City officials

Roberto Mancini was publicly critical of the Manchester City hierarchy after their FA Cup final defeat for failing to stop speculation about his future.