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Bayern Munich on brink of brilliance after Champions League delight

Bayern Munich's Dutch midfielder Arjen Robben (R) scores their second goal past Borussia Dortmund's German goalkeeper Roman Weidenfeller (L) during the UEFA Champions League final football match between Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich at Wembley Stadium in London on May 25, 2013, Bayern Munich won the game 2-1. AFP PHOTO / ANDREW YATES *** Local Caption *** 198675-01-08.jpg

The Bundesliga champions have completed an amazing recovery from 12 months ago and things can still get even better, writes Richard Jolly. Read Article Bayern Munich on brink of brilliance after Champions League delight

Pro League: Al Shaab live on to fight next season with victory

Dubai, United Arab Emirates- May,25, 2013: Naseer Khamis of Al Shaab (No:8) celebrates after scoring the against Al Shabab during the Etisalat Pro-League match at he Maktoum Bin Rashid Al Maktoum stadium in Dubai. ( Satish Kumar / The National ) For Sports

Marius Sumudica can finally rest easy. The Al Shaab coach admits to restless nights up to this make-or-break game against Al Shabab, but Shaab come away with a 2-1 win to remain in the Pro League. Read Article Pro League: Al Shaab live on to fight next season with victory

Pro League: Eid Baroot and Al Wasl part ways; Bonamigo signs on at Sharjah

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - April 14, 2013. Eid Baroot ( Head Coach of Al Wasl ), at the Etisalat Pro League round 21. ( Jeffrey E Biteng / The National )

Caretaker manager to take over at Ras Al Kaimah next season, reports John McAuley. Read Article Pro League: Eid Baroot and Al Wasl part ways; Bonamigo signs on at Sharjah

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Good times are on the horizon again for Manchester City

I like the idea that City will build from the bottom and develop their own players, promoting youth. That was a tradition for years at City, but it didn't happen under Mancini.  Read Article Good times are on the horizon again for Manchester City

Champions League: Bayern Munich's Arjen Robben finally finds redemption

Bayern Munich's Arjen Robben (C) celebrates his goal against Borussia Dortmund during their Champions League Final soccer match at Wembley Stadium in London May 25, 2013. REUTERS/Darren Staples (BRITAIN - Tags: SPORT SOCCER) *** Local Caption *** CLH117_SOCCER-CHAMP_0525_11.JPG

After previous heartbreak, Bayern Munich's Arjen Robben scores game-winning goal in the 89th minute to lift his team to a 2-1 win over Borussia Dortmund and the Uefa Champions League title, writes Jonathan Wilson. Read Article Champions League: Bayern Munich's Arjen Robben finally finds redemption

Pro League: Wahda announce Czech as new coach as Hickersbergers sees out draw with Jazira

The Czech Karel Jarolim will take over Al Wahda next season as Josef Hickersberger ends his interim turn with a draw against Al Jazira in the season finale. Read Article Pro League: Wahda announce Czech as new coach as Hickersbergers sees out draw with Jazira

Pro League: Ups and downs of a year encompassed in one night at Al Shabab

Al Shabab hosted Al Shaab and proved welcoming hosts, with Al Shaab and their fans leaving safely in the Pro League and Shabab looking forward to their President's Cup final to play Tuesday. Read Article Pro League: Ups and downs of a year encompassed in one night at Al Shabab

Fernando Alonso realistic on Monaco Grand Prix prospects

The two-time world champion starts in sixth place while teammate Felipe Massa starts last. Read Article Fernando Alonso realistic on Monaco Grand Prix prospects

IPL: Michael Hussey symbolises consistent Chennai Super Kings

The Super Kings are going for a third title in four years against the Mumbai Indians, writes Osman Samiuddin. Read Article IPL: Michael Hussey symbolises consistent Chennai Super Kings

Joe Root strikes maiden hundred for England in second Test

The Yorkshireman strikes 104 to help England reach 337 for seven against New Zealand. Read Article Joe Root strikes maiden hundred for England in second Test

Pro League Awards: The National's best Emirati players

Along with Al Ain's Omar Abdulrahman, Al Ahli's Basheer Saeed and Al Jazira's Khamis Ismail merit consideration for best from the UAE, writes John McAuley, Amith Passela and Ahmed Rizvi. Read Article Pro League Awards: The National's best Emirati players

Pro League Awards: The National's best managers

John McAuley, Amith Passela and Ahmed Rizvi think Al Ahli's Quique Sanchez Flores, Ajman's Abdulwahab Abdulqadir and Al Shabab's Marcos Paqueta are among the best managers. Read Article Pro League Awards: The National's best managers

NHL: In this year's play-offs there is no place like home

Contrary to past years, teams in this season's NHL play-offs have turned their home-ice into fortresses, writes Gregg Patton. Read Article NHL: In this year's play-offs there is no place like home

NHL: High salaries can lead to a bigger cost in failure

Ice hockey's Brad Richards became the latest, well-compensated sports figure to pay the price that often comes with a high salary - public humiliation. Read Article NHL: High salaries can lead to a bigger cost in failure


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Eid Baroot and Al Wasl part ways

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - April 14, 2013. Eid Baroot ( Head Coach of Al Wasl ), at the Etisalat Pro League round 21. ( Jeffrey E Biteng / The National )

Caretaker manager to take over at Ras Al Kaimah next season, reports John McAuley.  Eid Baroot and Al Wasl part ways

F1: Alonso realistic on Monaco GP prospects

epa03713270 Spanish Formula One driver Fernando Alonso of Scuderia Ferrari during the first practice session at the Monte Carlo circuit in Monte Carlo, Monaco, 23 May 2013. The 2013 Formula One Grand Prix of Monaco will take place on 26 May. EPA/SRDJAN SUKI *** Local Caption *** 03713270.jpg

The two-time world champion starts in sixth place while teammate Felipe Massa starts last.  F1: Alonso realistic on Monaco GP prospects

Root strikes for England in second Test

England's Joe Root plays a shot bowled by New Zealand's Tim Southee on the second day of the second test match between England and New Zealand at Headingley cricket ground in Leeds, England, Saturday, May 25, 2013. (AP Photo/Scott Heppell) *** Local Caption *** Britain Cricket England New Zealand.JPEG-07e74.jpg

The Yorkshireman strikes 104 to help England reach 337 for seven against New Zealand.  Root strikes for England in second Test

Pro League Awards: The National's best

Boris Kabi (left in orange), from Ajman, fights for the ball Al Jazira (white), during the Pro League Etisalat Cup final at Al Wasl's Zabeel Stadium. ( Al Ittihad )?

Ahead of the first ever end-of-season awards, John McAuley, Amith Passela and Ahmed Rizvi choose their winners, including some ignored names they think deserved a place on the shortlist.  Pro League Awards: The National's best

Gyan pays tribute to Al Ain teammates

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Pro League's top scorer thanks teammates for help in securing second Golden Boot, writes John McAuley.   Gyan pays tribute to Al Ain teammates

NHL play-offs: There is no place like home

LOS ANGELES, CA - MAY 23: Jonathan Quick #32 of the Los Angeles Kings looks for the puck during a 3-0 shutout win over the San Jose Sharks in Game Five of the Western Conference Semifinals during the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Staples Center on May 23, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. Harry How/Getty Images/AFP== FOR NEWSPAPERS, INTERNET, TELCOS & TELEVISION USE ONLY == *** Local Caption *** 186736-01-09.jpg

Contrary to past years, teams in this season's NHL play-offs have turned their home-ice into fortresses, writes Gregg Patton.  NHL play-offs: There is no place like home

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In Pictures: IPL VI - Hits and Misses

With the regular season of the annual Twenty20 league done and dusted, we look at who did well and who fared poorly in 2013(Photos)

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In Pictures: Joy for Arsenal, frustration for Tottenham

The bitter London rivals both won their last Premier League games of the season, but only one team celebrated after(Photos)

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In Pictures: Ajman win the Etisalat Cup

An upset at Zabeel Stadium as Ajman come from behind to beat Al Jazira for their second trophy in nearly three decades(Photos)

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In Pictures: Mancini time at Manchester City

The Italian manager had a chequered career at the English Premier League club since joining them in 2009(Photos)

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Video: Monstrous Hot Wheels drive into town

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In pictures: Sir Alex Ferguson's career at Man Utd

Beginning with a lowly defeat at Oxford United, to a record tally of Premier League titles and two Champions League crowns, Sir Alex Ferguson oversaw the most successful period in the English club's history.(Photos)

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Video: Dany Torres wins Dubai round of Red Bull X-fighters 2013

Video: Dany Torres wins Dubai round of Red Bull X-fighters 2013(Video)

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