Russia gives fans visa reprieve
Russia waives visa requirements for a 72-hour period for football fans with a ticket for the Champions League final in Moscow.

Santana confirmed as Bafana coach
The South African Football Association confirms the appointment of Brazilian Joel Santana as national team coach.

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Why is Moscow so expensive?
Russians are far from being among the world's wealthiest, yet English fans planning to visit Moscow for the Champions League final have been told to expect hotel bills of up to £500 a night. What makes its capital so pricey?

Is Premier League world's best?
BBC's Gordon Farquhar speaks to Richard Scudamore

Eto'o sets La Liga record
Eto'o becomes African player with most La Liga games to his name

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