List of European Cup/Champions League winners since the competition began in 1955-56 after Manchester City beat Inter Milan 1-0 in Saturday’s final in Istanbul:

• Date  Venue   Winners Runners-up
• 1956  Paris Real Madrid 4 Stade Reims 3
• 1957  Madrid Real Madrid 2 Fiorentina 0
• 1958 Brussels Real Madrid 3 AC Milan 2*
• 1959  Stuttgart Real Madrid 2 Stade Reims 0
• 1960  Glasgow Real Madrid 7 Eintracht Frankfurt 3
• 1961  Berne Benfica 3 Barcelona 2
• 1962 Amsterdam Benfica 5 Real Madrid 3
• 1963  London AC Milan 2 Benfica 1
• 1964 Vienna Inter Milan 3 Real Madrid 1
• 1965 Milan Inter Milan 1 Benfica 0
• 1966  Brussels Real Madrid 2 Partizan Belgrade 1
• 1967  Lisbon Celtic 2 Inter Milan 1
• 1968  London Man United 4 Benfica 1*
• 1969  Madrid AC Milan 4 Ajax Amsterdam 1
• 1970 Milan Feyenoord 2 Celtic 1*
• 1971  London Ajax  2   Panathinaikos 0
• 1972 Rotterdam Ajax  2 Inter Milan 0
• 1973  Belgrade Ajax 1 Juventus 0
• 1974  Brussels Bayern  4 Atletico Madrid 0  (in replay after 1-1 draw)
• 1975  Paris  Bayern  2   Leeds United 0
• 1976  Glasgow  Bayern Munich 1  St Etienne 0
• 1977  Rome Liverpool 3 B Moenchengladbach 1
• 1978  London Liverpool 1 Club Bruges 0
• 1979  Munich Nottingham Forest 1 Malmo FF 0
• 1980  Madrid Nottingham Forest 1 Hamburg SV 0
• 1981  Paris Liverpool 1 Real Madrid 0
• 1982  Rotterdam Aston Villa 1 Bayern Munich 0
• 1983  Athens Hamburg SV 1 Juventus 0
• 1984 Rome Liverpool 1 AS Roma 1 (Liverpool won 4-2 on penalties)
• 1985  Brussels Juventus 1 Liverpool 0
• 1986  Seville Steaua Bucharest 0 Barcelona 0 (Steaua won 2-0 on penalties)
• 1987  Vienna Porto 2 Bayern Munich 1
• 1988  Stuttgart PSV Eindhoven 0 Benfica 0 (PSV won 6-5 on penalties)
• 1989  Barcelona AC Milan 4 Steaua Bucharest 0
• 1990  Vienna AC Milan 1 Benfica 0
• 1991  Bari Red Star Belgrade 0 Olympique Marseille 0 (Red Star won 5-3 on penalties)
• 1992  London Barcelona 1 Sampdoria 0*
• 1993  Munich Olympique Marseille 1 AC Milan 0
• 1994  Athens AC Milan 4 Barcelona 0
• 1995  Vienna Ajax Amsterdam 1 AC Milan 0
• 1996  Rome Juventus 1 Ajax Amsterdam 1 (Juventus won 4-2 on penalties)
• 1997  Munich Borussia Dortmund 3 Juventus 1
• 1998  Amsterdam Real Madrid 1 Juventus 0
• 1999  Barcelona Manchester United 2 Bayern Munich 1
• 2000  Paris Real Madrid 3 Valencia 0
• 2001  Milan Bayern Munich 1 Valencia 1 (Bayern won 5-4 on penalties)
• 2002  Glasgow Real Madrid 2 Bayer Leverkusen 1
• 2003  Manchester AC Milan 0 Juventus 0 (AC Milan won 3-2 on penalties)
• 2004  Gelsenkirchen Porto 3 Monaco 0
• 2005  Istanbul Liverpool 3 AC Milan 3 (Liverpool won 3-2 on penalties)
• 2006  Paris Barcelona 2 Arsenal 1
• 2007  Athens AC Milan 2 Liverpool 1
• 2008  Moscow Manchester United 1 Chelsea 1 (Manchester United won 6-5 on penalties)
• 2009  Rome Barcelona 2 Manchester United 0
• 2010  Madrid Inter Milan 2 Bayern Munich 0
• 2011  London Barcelona 3 Manchester United 1
• 2012  Munich Chelsea 1 Bayern Munich 1 (Chelsea won 4-3 on penalties)
• 2013  London Bayern Munich 2 Borussia Dortmund 1
• 2014  Lisbon Real Madrid 4 Atletico Madrid 1* 2015 Berlin Barcelona 3 Juventus 1
• 2016  Milan Real Madrid 1 Atletico Madrid 1* (Real Madrid won 5-3 on penalties)
• 2017  Cardiff Real Madrid 4 Juventus 1
• 2018  Kyiv Real Madrid 3 Liverpool 1
• 2019 Madrid Liverpool 2 Tottenham Hotspur 0
• 2020  Lisbon Bayern Munich 1 Paris St Germain 0
• 2021  Porto  Chelsea 1 Manchester City 0
• 2022  Paris Real Madrid 1 Liverpool 0
• 2023  Istanbul Manchester City 1 Inter Milan 0

* Denotes after extra time

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The following clubs have won the European Cup:

• 14 – Real Madrid
• 7 – AC Milan
• 6 – Bayern Munich, Liverpool
• 5 – Barcelona
• 4 – Ajax Amsterdam
• 3 – Manchester United, Inter Milan
• 2 – Benfica, Juventus, Nottingham Forest, Porto, Chelsea
• 1 – Celtic, Hamburg SV, Steaua Bucharest, Olympique, Marseille, Feyenoord, Aston Villa, PSV Eindhoven, Red Star Belgrade, Borussia Dortmund, Manchester City

The European Cup became the Champions League in 1992.

The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d’Ivoire 2023 will kick off on 13 January 2024 with the first match scheduled to be played at Stade Olympic Alassane Ouattara. 

On the significance of the identity, General Secretary of CAF, Veron Mosengo-Omba said:“The unveiling of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d’Ivoire 2023 identity marks an exciting milestone in our journey towards the tournament in 2024. We are aware that we are getting nearer and nearer to the big moment in January next year.”

The new identity is inspired by the vibrant tapestry of African heritage, the official identity captures the spirit and energy of African football. 

At its core lies the majestic elephant tusk, which holds dual meaning; the symbol conveys the strong representation of Cote d’Ivoire, symbolizing the nation’s rich footballing history and its vital role in hosting this prestigious tournament The six tusks represent the six groups that will compete in the competition, embodying the diversity and unity that Africa exudes. 

The fluid shape of the tusks come alive, gracefully capturing the dynamic energy and movement that defines African football. The identity also features five balls, elegantly showcased to symbolise the African Cup of Nations trophy. These spheres signify the pinnacle of achievement, the ultimate prize that awaits the victorious team at the culmination of their relentless pursuit of glory.

A colour palette carefully chosen from the flexible hues of Côte d’Ivoire adds a visual spectacle to the logo. The vibrant shades encapsulates the vivacity and diversity of the host nation, captures the captivating allure of the host nation and the cultural richness that permeates every aspect of Côte d’Ivoire.

Amidst cheers and chants of excitement, Africans and sport observers across the world, celebrated the highly symbolic logo, as all continue to countdown to Africa’s biggest football tournament in Côte d’Ivoire.

Super Eagles duo, Terem Moffi and Samuel Chukwueze are in the running for the UEFA Europa Conference League Goal of the Season.

Moffi was nominated for his overhead kick in OGC Nice’s 2-2 draw against Basel.

Villarreal winger, Chukwueze made the shortlist for his goal in the Yellow Submarine’s 4-3 win over Bulgarian club, Lech Poznań.

West Ham United duo Jared Bowen and Declan Rice as well as Lazio star, Ciro Immobile, are also nominated for the award.

The other nominees are; Erdogan Yesilyurt (Sivasspor), Christian Kouame (Fiorentina) and Riccardo Saponara (Fiorentina).

The winner will be decided by the votes of fans.

West Ham United won the competition after a 2-1 win against West Ham United.

Spanish midfielder Rodri’s 68th-minute goal settled the only goal of the game, as Manchester City defeated Inter Milan 1-0 to win this year’s Champions League trophy.

The Spaniard’s side-footed finish midway through the second half broke Inter’s resistance. And although Federico Dimarco hit the crossbar with a header before Ederson saved sensationally from Romelu Lukaku, City held on to make history in the Ataturk Olympic Stadium.

It is the first time the Premier League club has won the title in their history.

City have now completed the Treble, after overhauling Arsenal to retain the league title and beating Manchester United 1-0 in the FA Cup final.

This victory saw them match the achievement of their city rivals in 1999.

City manager Pep Guardiola has now won the Champions League three times and took his trophy count with City to 12.

The contest was a tight one, with City suffering a serious blow in pursuit of the prize that has eluded them for so long when they lost Kevin De Bruyne to injury in the first half.

The prolific Erling Haaland was also kept quiet by a stubborn Inter side but Rodri eventually made the breakthrough with a firm strike after a Bernardo Silva pass was deflected into his path.

It capped a momentous season for City having also won the FA Cup as well as a fifth Premier League title in six years.

Their success means they also join rivals Manchester United as the only side to have won all three of those trophies in the same season.

It meant mission accomplished for owner Sheikh Mansour, who was present in Istanbul at only his second match since purchasing the club in 2008 and subsequently propelling them to the game’s top table.

Manager Pep Guardiola could also celebrate Champions League success again 12 years after the second of his two wins as Barcelona boss.

Paris Saint-Germain are poised to embark on a colossal mission to secure the services of Victor Osimhen, with the Napoli striker reportedly becoming one of the first requests made by potential new manager Julian Nagelsmann.

The next few weeks promise to be a period of intense speculation surrounding Osimhen’s future.

PSG have long harboured a fondness for the talented Nigerian striker, viewing him as the ideal strike partner for their star player, Kylian Mbappe.

However, any decision regarding Osimhen’s fate will hinge on the appointment of PSG’s new helmsman.

The leading candidate for the role is former Bayern Munich coach Julian Nagelsmann, who happens to be a fervent admirer of the Nigerian forward.

Nagelsmann previously had Osimhen on his radar at Bayern Munich, having identified him as a potential signing.

The interest in Osimhen has resurfaced, with the Parisian club designating him as their primary target for the upcoming season.

According to insiders at Radio Punto Nuovo (as per Tutto Napoli), relations between PSG’s sporting director, Leonardo Campos, and Osimhen’s representatives are excellent.

In recent months, preliminary discussions have taken place between the two parties, hinting at the possibility of a significant move.

However, the definitive turning point in this saga hinges on the appointment of Nagelsmann.

While an agreement is reportedly on the horizon, some minor details still require ironing out.

Sources close to the French club confirm that Osimhen’s name was among the initial requests made by Nagelsmann during talks regarding potential signings.

Although formal negotiations have yet to commence, PSG is gearing up to strike a significant blow in the transfer market.

Osimhen this season scored 31 goals across the UEFA Champions League and Serie A, becoming the first African to win the Italian top-flight’s top goalscorer award.

The fullest attendance is expected this Sunday at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena as the Nigeria Premier League Championship play-off gets to its peak.

It will be suspense galore as the eventual champion may not be ascertained until about 9pm when the third match of the day will likely end.

Even though front runners have been ascertained, nothing is guaranteed as the title quest has become a three-horse race.

There are two major contenders, leaders, Enyimba and defending champions, Rivers United; a dark horse has merged posing a major threat to the top dogs.

Remo Stars potentially have four possible positions at the end of the series tonight. Should they lose by a two-goal margin, they drop to the fourth, while their current position will be taken by Bendel Insurance.

If they win by a lone goal, they move to the second position if the latter match of front-runners, Enyimba and Rivers United ends in a draw.

If Remo Stars win by 3-0 and both Enyimba and Rivers United draw, Remo Stars will run away with the title.

It will then turn to the old age adage published by the Oxford University Press: “While two dogs are fighting for a bone, a third runs away with it.”

But it will be a nervy wait by Remo Stars if their title dream were to be realised even as it is well known that their clash with Bendel Insurance is grudge-laden.

Enyimba will be attempting to extend their record as the most decorated Nigerian club having won eight titles since their first victory in 2001.

Yet, not many will remember that this great club was once relegated in 1991, the second year of the introduction of professional football in the country.

Rivers United, highly motivated by the previous administration of Nyesom Wike and the sports commissioner, Christopher Green who was grinning the day Rivers United beat Bendel Insurance 2-1.

He reportedly further motivated Rivers United for even more ceaseless flow with a package of N5million.

Should the motivation work, Rivers United will be the runaway champions and the first to achieve back-to-back winning since 2014.

The 23-man squad for the Nations Cup qualifier against Sierra Leone includes four players from the NPFL

Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro has chosen four Nigerian Professional League (NPFL) players in his 23-man squad for the June 18 African Nations Cup qualifier against Sierra Leone in Monrovia.

The four are Chidiebube Duru and Victor Sochima from Rivers United, Olorunleke Ojo from Enyimba FC, and Divine Nwachukwu from Bendel Insurance. Coach Peseiro has been in attendance at the ongoing NPFL Super Six in Lagos, and it is instructive that all four players are on show for their different club sides.

Also on the list is captain Ahmed Musa, who is in line to win his 109th cap, while William Troost-Ekong returns to the team. Also on the roster is the best African player in La Liga, Samuel Chukwuze, and the newly crowned Seria A Cappocanoniere Victor Osimhen.

Nigeria leads Group A with nine points from four matches, followed by Guinea Bissau with seven points. Sierra Leone and Sao Tome and Principe complete Group A with five points and one point, respectively. The match is scheduled for the Samuel Kanyon Doe Stadium in Liberia because Sierra Leone does not have a CAF-approved stadium in the country.

Full List

Goalkeepers: Adebayo Adeleye (Hapoel Jerusalem, Israel); Victor Sochima (Rivers United); Olorunleke Ojo (Enyimba FC).

Defenders: William Ekong (Watford FC, England); Calvin Bassey (Ajax FC, The Netherlands); Kevin Akpoguma (TSG Hoffenheim, Germany); Chidiebube Duru (Rivers United); Oluwasemilogo Ajayi (West Bromwich Albion, England); Kenneth Omeruo (CD Leganes, Spain); Zaidu Sanusi (FC Porto, Portugal); Bright Osayi-Samuel (Fenerbahce FC, Turkey).

Midfielders: Joseph Ayodele-Aribo (Southampton FC, England); Alex Iwobi (Everton FC, England); Divine Nwachukwu (Bendel Insurance); Wilfred Ndidi (Leicester City, England); Frank Onyeka (Brentford FC, England).

Forwards: Moses Simon (Nantes FC, France); Samuel Chukwueze (Villarreal FC, Spain); Ademola Lookman (Atalanta FC, Italy); Victor Osimhen (SSC Napoli, Italy); Taiwo Awoniyi (Nottingham Forest, England); Kelechi Iheanacho (Leicester City, England); Ahmed Musa (Sivasspor K, Turkey).