Zayed strike proves the difference

Derry City 0 Drogheda United 1
Eamon Zayed scored again tonight as in-form champions Drogheda made further ground in their quest for Europe again next season.

U.S. Charges To Lead Over Europe In Ryder Cup

In a stunning turnaround, the Americans rallied from a back-nine
deficit four times to take a 5 1/2-2 1/2 lead, their largest margin
after the opening day since continental Europe first was included in
the Ryder Cup in 1979.

Morning blues for Faldo's Europe

America won the opening session of the Ryder Cup for the first time since 1991 - and it was not just the 3-1 scoreline that made it a bad morning for Nick Faldo’s Europe at Valhalla.

UEFA boosts technical exchanges

An innovative new project – the UEFA Study Group Scheme – is off and running, and aims to boost the exchange of technical expertise throughout Europe.

CFR strike a blow for Europe's outsiders

Rest of Europe blog: CFR 1907 Cluj's 2-1 win at AS Roma was not the only shock Matchday 1 result according to blogger Mike Hammond.

Portsmouth claim victory against Guimaraes

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Portsmouth’s maiden adventure into Europe stalled and then started on the right foot of Jermain Defoe as they claimed victory in their UEFA Cup first round first leg clash against Portuguese side Vitoria Guimaraes tonight.

Mickelson-Kim Vs. Harrington-Karlsson At Ryder Cup

Phil Mickelson and rising star Anthony Kim will lead off for the
Americans at the Ryder Cup on Friday, while defending champion Europe
countered with Padraig Harrington, winner of the last two majors, and
Robert Karlsson.

Europe tipped for Ryder Cup triumph

Europe will win a fourth straight Ryder Cup at Valhalla – but by nothing like the nine-point winning margins experienced in the last two contests.

Zurich fest's profile continues to rise

Film News: Ambitious event offers int'l platform for smaller pics -- In its fourth year, the Zurich Film Festival's ambitions -- looking to become the Sundance of Europe and increase its impact on the German film world -- are well on the way to being realized.

CFR announce themselves to Europe

CFR 1907 Cluj are basking in their new exulted status after their 2-1 win at AS Roma and defender Gabriel Mureşan declared: "Europe didn't know much about us before today, but I think we have surprised everyone."

Only way is up for vibrant St Pat's

Their 47-year wait for an away victory in Europe over, Dublin side St Patrick's Athletic FC travel to face Hertha BSC Berlin in the UEFA Cup as underdogs but with the ambition to pull off a "phenomenal" upset.

Harrington puts team before personal glory

Padraig Harrington insists he would gladly trade individual success for another team triumph as Europe seek an unprecedented fourth straight Ryder Cup victory.

Balkan Fund gives cash to films

Film News: European pics compete for four prizes -- A dozen film projects from nine countries across southeastern Europe will compete for four prizes worth $15, 000 each at Greece's 49th Thessaloniki Film Festival in November.

Europe hold sway in world

Robert Karlsson’s victory in the Mercedes-Benz Championship means that Europe go into their Ryder Cup defence this week with with seven members of the world’s top 20 against America’s six.

Another UK tour operator goes bust

A second British tour operator has gone bust days after the collapse of XL Leisure sent the travel industry into turmoil, the aviation regulator confirmed today.

XL collapse sees rivals prosper on FTSE

The collapse of a rival operator buoyed holiday giants TUI Travel and Thomas Cook today as the FTSE 100 Index surged nearly 2% in the final session of the week.

XL travel rivals see shares rise on FTSE

UK holiday giants TUI Travel and Thomas Cook were experiencing strong gains today as investors digested the collapse of rival operator XL.

More tour operators expected to go under

The collapse of tour operator XL is the latest blow to the UK air travel industry, which has endured a torrid summer with a number of companies closing down.

Romania, Hungary join Oscar race

Film News: 'Silence, ' 'Journey' vie for foreign language prize -- "The Rest Is Silence, " an ambitious epic movie within a movie, has been chosen to represent Romania for the foreign-language Oscar at the Academy Awards, while festival favorite "Iska's Journey, " a poignant exploration of poverty and human trafficking in Eastern Europe, is Hungary's entry.

French TV exports hold steady

Business News: Sales to North America fall 27% -- Gallic TV exports held last year, thanks in part to sales to Europe, and a hike in documentary sales, according to figures revealed Thursday at the 14th TV France Intl. Rendez-Vous in Biarritz.

Wenger confident of reaching semis

Arsene Wenger knows Arsenal will have to be “on their toes” to see off the challenge of Villarreal at Emirates Stadium next week, but remains confident his side’s determination will see the Gunners through to the semi-finals of the Champions League.

Benitez fans flames in Fergie row

Rafael Benitez insists he does not care if his war of words with Alex Ferguson continues to grab
the spotlight.

Terry unworried by card tally

John Terry insists he will not be worried about a potential suspension when he leads Chelsea out to face Liverpool in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final tonight.

Ryan pays as McLaren take action

McLaren have moved to appease world motor sport’s governing body by sacking long-serving employee Dave Ryan over his role in Lewis Hamilton’s exclusion from the Australian Grand Prix.

Woods in bullish mood

Defending Masters champion Trevor Immelman says of Tiger Woods: “Whether he’s human or not is still up for debate.”

Hughes boosted by Petrov return

Martin Petrov could return for Manchester City in tomorrow’s UEFA Cup quarter-final with Hamburg.

Strachan issues title warning

Celtic manager Gordon Strachan has warned his players to expect all their facets to be tested during the title run-in.

Edu calls for triumph in adversity

Maurice Edu admits it would be easy for Rangers to throw in the towel and blame a turbulent season for not winning the title.

Derry City still top of league after 3-0 win

Derry City remain top of the League of Ireland Premier Division this morning after a 3-0 win over St Pat's at Richmond Park last night.

Harrington begins final preparations for US Masters

Padraig Harrington is beginning final preparations for his quest for a third Major victory in Augusta this weekend.