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Friday, May 31, 2013
FIFA Women's World Cup Canada 2015: Three teams advance in Asia's preliminary round
Thursday, May 30, 2013
Wembley redemption for Arjen Robben, scored winning goal for Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League final 2013
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The global footballing family saw the oft-maligned player turn match-winner, this after a season spent shouldering the heavy burden of a missed penalty in extra time during last year’s prestige European final, when Bayern played Chelsea on their own Munich turf. “It means a huge amount to me, but it hasn’t really sunk in yet. There are so many emotions,” said the patently relieved wide player after Munich’s triumph in the all-German showdown. “But lots of people said to me beforehand I’d be the one to score this goal,” he revealed. A burning desire to make amends was fulfilled, and a wheel turned full circle.
Match-winning moments of magicFor a long spell of Saturday evening’s encounter in north London, the gifted individual appeared true to his undeserved reputation as a big match choker. Robben worked his way clear on several occasions only to be thwarted by Dortmund's aggressive defending and Roman Weidenfeller's brave keeping. Did the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ Final at Soccer City flash before the Dutchman's eyes? Back then, with the clock ticking down and the match still goalless, Robben was clean through on Iker Casillas but failed to beat the Spain keeper. Same old story thought some cynical observers at Wembley.
But the 29-year-old composed himself at half-time and produced two match-winning moments of magic. On the hour, Robben combined superbly with Franck Ribery and unselfishly set up Mario Mandzukic for the opening goal. And in the final minute of normal time, with the 86,298 crowd preparing for an extra half-hour, he was quickest to react when the Dortmund defence momentarily lost concentration, swaying past two challenges before coolly slipping the ball beyond Weidenfeller and over the line.
It could well be a pivotal moment in the career of the man capped 66 times by his country. From now on, he will not only rate as a player who might have made the difference but came up short. He will instead feature as a winner, one of the best players of his generation.
It means a huge amount to me, but it hasn’t really sunk in yet. There are so many emotions.
Arjen Robben, Bayern Munich match-winner
“I had a point to prove today. I'd visualised this game in my head from start to finish a few times," the player revealed at the post-match press conference. “It's a dream for me, and I'm still finding it hard to believe."
Bayern honorary president Franz Beckenbauer enjoyed the storyline. “Dortmund refused to allow Bayern to play their football, and Bayern were out of ideas. But the fact they still won speaks volumes for their class. Robben failed to put away three clear-cut chances. I was beginning to have my doubts, but fate decided he'd go on and score the goal!"
The Munich number ten has his share of critics, voluble at times. On the one hand, he is accused of putting his ego above the team, and of selfishness in front of goal. On the other, he has always been injury prone. And at the moments that really matter, he had been unable to deliver the knockout punch. But no more: Robben is Bayern’s latest hero.
Heynckes and a golden generationThe Netherlands star has also helped two of the figureheads at his club finally win honours outside Germany. As Bayern captain Philipp Lahm noted: “I've always said if you want to be known as the golden generation, you have to win trophies. Bastian Schweinsteiger and I have played together for 16 years, starting in the youth section. It's wonderful to celebrate winning this trophy together."
However, Robben and company’s greatest gift was to their coach. Jupp Heynckes has not only guided Bayern to their fifth triumph in Europe's senior club competition, where they are now level in the all-time roll of honour with Liverpool in third, behind only Real Madrid (nine) and AC Milan (seven), but he is also only the fourth coach to lead two different clubs to the continental crown.
Only Ernst Happel, with Feyenoord in 1970 and Hamburg in 1983, Ottmar Hitzfeld with Dortmund in 1997 and Bayern in 2001, and Jose Mourinho with Porto in 2004 and Inter in 2010, had previously achieved the feat. Back in 1998, Heynckes was in charge when Real beat Juventus to win the Champions League. On Saturday, even the losing coach graciously and emotionally acknowledged his 68-year-old counterpart’s achievement. “I'm made up for Jupp, from the bottom of my heart!" said Dortmund boss Juergen Klopp.
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
2013 CONCACAF Gold Cup : Canada edged by Costa Rica in Edmonton friendly
28 May 2013
Canada was again left to rue a slew of missed chances as a penalty converted by Costa Rica’s Jairo Arrieta in the 16th minute proved to be the winner as Costa Rica earned a 1:0 victory in a Men’s International Friendly at Edmonton’s Commonwealth Stadium.
Centre-backs André Hainault and Doneil Henry had a number of headed efforts from close range for Canada – but neither defender could find the back of the net.
Both teams finished the match with 10 men after Nik Ledgerwood and Kenny Cunningham were sent off following an altercation in the 75th minute.
Costa Rican goalscorer Arrieta had a great chance to put his side ahead by two late in the second half – but his header from 15 yards crashed onto the cross-bar.
The match in Edmonton was played in from of a crowd of 8,102. It was Canada's first game in Alberta since 2008.Canada’s next scheduled action is the first match of the 2013 CONCACAF Gold Cup where the team will take on Martinique in Pasadena, CA on 7 July.
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Monday, May 27, 2013
Canada’s MNT ready to take on Costa Rica in Edmonton on Tuesday May 28 night
Canada’s Men’s National Team conclude their last training session on Monday 27 May in preparation for the Men’s International Friendly against Costa Rica set for May 28, at Commonwealth Stadium, in Edmonton, AB (kick off 18.00 local time).
On Monday morning, interim head coach Colin Miller had most of his squad together, with only Tosaint Ricketts still set to arrive later in the day, for the hour-long session where much of the emphasis was placed on proper defending and positioning.
“The group’s attitude has been fabulous, the sessions we’ve had have been high tempo”, said Miller. “Just the way I want them! The boys do look sharp and I’m confident we’ll be competitive come Tuesday night.”
Edmonton natives Tosaint Ricketts and Randy Edwini-Bonsu have been named to the squad for Canada’s first match in Alberta since 2008.
“It is very exciting for me and my family to get to play here in Edmonton”, said Randy Edwini-Bonsu. “I haven’t played here since 2008, so I’m really excited and proud to play in front of my friends and family and for them to get to see me play live. I have a good group of them coming to the stadium tomorrow and I know they will cheer me on.”
Tickets to the Canada-Costa Rica match remain available for purchase on Ticketmaster.ca or by visiting canadasoccer.com/canMNTvCRC.
The match, Canada’s first home fixture of the 2013 campaign, will be broadcast nationally in Canada on all four Sportsnet regional channels (Tuesday 28 May, 20.00 ET / 17.00 PT).
The Canada-Costa Rica friendly in Edmonton is part of Canada’s continued preparations for the 2013 CONCACAF Gold Cup to take place in July. Canada will kick-off the tournament on 7 July against Martinique in Pasadena, CA; will then travel to Seattle, WA for an 11 July fixture against Mexico; and will then close-out the group stage with a match against Panama in Denver, CO on 14 July.
Canada announces roster for friendly against Costa Rica
Tickets to the Canada-Costa Rica match remain available for purchase.
The match, Canada’s first home fixture of the 2013 campaign, will be broadcast nationally in Canada on all four Sportsnet regional channels (Tuesday 28 May, 20.00 ET / 17.00 PT).
Canada’s roster selection for the friendly features a mix of European-based players with a sizeable contingent from MLS clubs as well.
Edmonton natives Tosaint Ricketts and Randy Edwini-Bonsu have been named to the squad for Canada’s first match in Alberta since 2008.
Toronto FC and former Canada U-20 midfielder Jonathan Osorio has earned his first call-up to an MNT camp.
Doneil Henry and Samuel Piette have earned recalls to the senior team after featuring for Canada at February's CONCACAF U-20 Championship.
"The match against Costa Rica will be a great challenge for this young group," said Interim Head Coach Colin Miller.
"Hopefully some of these young lads will rise to the occasion and stake a claim for a place at the CONCACAF Gold Cup.
"We are playing at home and we know that means we need to be positive - and I will certainly encourage the boys to be positive. We will not sit back and wait for Costa Rica to come after us.
Miller, who is currently also serving as the Head Coach for NASL side FC Edmonton, noted that it would be a special homecoming for both Ricketts and Edwini-Bonsu who will be in contention to make their first hometown appearance for the Men's National Team.
"It's a special occasion for any player to play a national team game in their home city," said Miller.
"I know they'll both be very excited by the game."
The Canada-Costa Rica friendly in Edmonton is part of Canada’s continued preparations for the 2013 CONCACAF Gold Cup to take place in July. Canada will kick-off the tournament on 7 July against Martinique in Pasadena, CA; will then travel to Seattle, WA for an 11 July fixture against Mexico; and will then close-out the group stage with a match against Panama in Denver, CO on 14 July.
CHANGE TO ORIGINAL ROSTER:
It was annonced on Friday 24 May that defender Nik Ledgerwood and midfielder Daniel Haber would be joining the Canada squad in Edmonton.
It was also annoucned that defender Nana Attakora has withdrawn from the camp due to injury.
Ledgerwood, a Canada MNT regular in recent years, and a native of Lethbridge, Alberta will be looking to make his senior debut in his home province.
Haber, meanwhile has earned his first call-up into the Canadian system. The 21-year-old Toronto native played NCAA soccer for Cornell University where he was named Ivy League player of the Year; and was a first-team All-American. Haber currently plays his club football with Maccabi Haifa FC in Israel.
CANADA
GK- Haidar Al-Shaïbani | FRA / Nîmes Olympique
GK- Milan Borjan | TUR / Sivasspor
GK- Simon Thomas | CAN / Vancouver Whitecaps FC
D- André Hainault | SCO / Ross County FC
D- Doneil Henry | CAN / Toronto FC
D- Nik Ledgerwood | SWE / Hammarby Fotboll
D- Ashtone Morgan | CAN / Toronto FC
D- Adam Straith | GER / FC Saarbrücken
M- Kyle Bekker | CAN / Toronto FC
M- Stefan Cebara | SVN / Nogometni Klub Celje
M- Julian de Guzman | GER / SSV Jahn Regensburg
M- Daniel Haber | unattached
M- Issey Nakajima-Farran | CYP / Alki Larnaca
M- Jonathan Osorio | CAN / Toronto FC
M- Pedro Pacheco | POR / CD Santa Clara
M- Samuel Piette | GER / Fortuna Düsseldorf
F- Randy Edwini-Bonsu | GER / Eintracht Braunsweig
F- Marcus Haber | ENG / Stevenage FC
F- Tosaint Ricketts | NOR / Sandnes Ulf
Canada WNT squad training in Toronto for friendly against USA on June 2, 2013 at BMO Field
Posted on 21 May 2013 in Women's National Team / Olympic Team
The squad features 14 players who were part of Canada’s bronze-medal-winning roster at London 2012.
In addition to the Olympic group, youngsters Kadeisha Buchanan, Tiffany Cameron and Ashley Lawrence continue to keep their places in the senior team after previous involvement with the side early in 2013.
Rachel Quon, a 21-year-old defender for Chicago Red Stars in NWSL, has earned her first call-up to a Canada camp.
Striker Melissa Tancredi rejoins the group for the first time since the team won its Olympic bronze medal against France in August 2012.
Of the 18 players named to the squad 10 featured in the Olympic semi-final between Canada and USA on 6 August 2012 in Manchester, UK.
“It was important for us to bring in a blend of youth and experience for this game,” said Head Coach John Herdman.
“We feel we have a good blend of players that have experience playing against USA – but we are also sticking to our task of preparing for the future.”
Canada v USA, 'The Rematch, June 2nd at BMO Field
The Canada-USA match at BMO Field sold out on the first day of public on-sale and Herdman is looking to Canadian supporters to give the team a taste of the passionate home support it is anticipating at the FIFA Women’s World Cup Canada 2015.
“The fans are going to play a massive part in the game,” said Herdman.
“We will be playing in front of packed house and all of the pressure that goes with that. It’s important for this group of players, particularly the young ones, to get a real sense of the support we are looking forward to in 2015.
“We know the crowd will be in full voice and right behind us.”
Canada will also open the doors to its training session on Thursday 30 May, ahead of the sold-out Canada-USA Rematch in Toronto.
More than an opportunity for fans to get an insider look at how Head Coach John Herdman and his side prepare for the friendly, the session will feature the unveiling of a new Umbro Canada Soccer kit through a special presentation.
“It’s an opportunity for young players to see their heroes up-close and personal,” said Herdman.
“It will be a great window into the preparation that goes on at the top level and the type of environment we try create for our national teams.”
The Canada-USA match itself on Sunday 2 June will be broadcast live coast-to-coast in Canada on all four Sportnset regional networks (16.30 ET / 13.30 PT).
Fans will be able to follow build-up video coverage to the match on CanadaSoccerTV beginning on Monday 27 May. Additional coverage will be available on Twitter: @CanadaSoccerEN; as well as at Facebook.com/CanadaSoccer.
CHANGES TO ORIGINAL ROSTER:
Defender Kylla Sjoman and midfielder Danica Wu were added to the Canada WNT roster on Friday 24 May.
Sjoman earned her first cap in Canada's April 2013 match against England and has been recalled to the squad for the camp in Toronto.
Wu is a former Canada U-17 and U-20 international and has earned her first call-up to a senior camp.
CANADA
GK- Karina LeBlanc | USA / Portland Thorns FC
GK- Erin McLeod | USA / Chicago Red Stars
D- Kadeisha Buchanan | USA / West Virginia University*
D- Robyn Gayle | USA / Washington Spirit
D- Carmelina Moscato | USA / Chicago Red Stars
D- Rachel Quon | USA / Chicago Red Stars
D- Lauren Sesselmann | USA / FC Kansas City
D- Kylla Sjoman | GER / Herford SV
D- Rhian Wilkinson | USA / Boston Breakers
D- Emily Zurrer | USA / Seattle Reign FC
M- Kaylyn Kyle | USA / Seattle Reign FC
M- Ashley Lawrence | USA / West Virginia University*
M- Diana Matheson | USA / Washington Spirit
M- Sophie Schmidt | USA / Sky Blue FC
M- Desiree Scott | USA / FC Kansas City
M- Danica Wu | USA / Ohio State University
F- Tiffany Cameron | USA / Seattle Reign FC
F- Christina Julien | RUS / WFC Rossiyanka
F- Christine Sinclair | USA / Portland Thorns FC
F- Melissa Tancredi | unattached
* - Player to join NCAA team in Fall 2013
Notes:
- 14 of the 18 players on the Canada WNT roster are currently playing with NWSL clubs.
- Christian Julien currently plays for WFC Rossiyanka in Russia where she recently featured in the knockout stages of 2013 UEFA Women’s Champions League with the club.
- Canada WNT has an all-time record of 3W-5D-44L in 52 International ‘A’ matches against USA dating back to 1986.
- Canada WNT has a record of 0W-1D-5L in 6 home matches against USA dating back to 1990.
- Canada WNT last beat USA in an International ‘A’ match at the 2001 Algarve Cup in Portugal with a 3:0 victory over the Americans.
Canadian Soccer Association and Garnier-Ombrelle team up with new partnership, On Sunday June 2nd Canada vs. United States the Rematch at BMO Field in Toronto for 2012 London Olympics Games
The Garnier-Ombrelle and Canadian Soccer Association partnership will include an exclusive sun protection partnership with recognized programs and events including Canada’s National Teams, the Amway Canadian Championship, National Club Championships and Active Start Soccer Fests over the next 3 years. The Garnier-Ombrelle partnership will also extend its support to local community soccer events where sun safe areas, samples and sun education will be provided to youth and their families.
“The Canadian Soccer Association is thrilled to join forces with Garnier-Ombrelle in encouraging sun safety for soccer participants, both on and off the field”, said Peter Montopoli, General Secretary, Canadian Soccer Association. “The support of a major lifestyle brand such as Garnier-Ombrelle is key for the development of our sport, from grassroots to National Teams, and we look forward to continue to grow the beautiful game in our country through this new partnership.”
“This is a unique opportunity for Garnier and Ombrelle brands to team up with the Canadian Soccer Association, Canada’s governing body for the sport of soccer, to promote being active and protected while under the sun,” says Frank Kollmar, Vice President – Consumer Products Division of L’Oreal Canada. “This multi-year partnership will be a very busy and exhilarating time for us.”
The partnership announcement was made on Monday on the pitch at Varsity Stadium Field in Toronto, kicking off Canada’s Women’s National Team week-long preparation for its rematch against the USA on Sunday June 2, 2013 in Toronto, ON.
“The members of Canada’s Women’s National Team are phenomenal role models for youth in terms of their achievements in athletics, and also in their use of sun protection. With National Sun Awareness Week around the corner, Ombrelle is bringing important knowledge to families across the country with this partnership, and ensuring that sunscreen is worked into daily routines from an early age. Integrating a sun protection routine with kids forms positive habits that are carried through to later years, and helps to reduce the harmful effects of the sun,” Dr. Sonya Cook, (Dermatologist) Compass Dermatology Toronto.
Garnier-Ombrelle wants to make a lasting impression on ‘soccer loving’ youth by shedding light on the important subject of encouraging the integration of sun protection into their routine early on - building good habits for years to come. With the added sun exposure come some sobering statistics from the Canadian Skin Cancer Foundation:
- One in every three cancers diagnosed worldwide is a skin cancer, 80-90% of which are caused by ultraviolet (UV) radiation;
- Over 80,000 cases of skin cancer are diagnosed in Canada each year, more than 5,000 of which are melanoma, the mostly deadly form of skin cancer.
BRAZIL 2013 CONFEDERATIONS CUP: Spain's Coach Del Bosque names squad, explains decisions
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Fernando Torres and Javi Martinez have both been recalled, while Javi Garcia, Benat Etxebarria and Roberto Soldado are also in the provisional group, along with captain Iker Casillas, who has not played for Real Madrid since January. A number of hopefuls were left disappointed, though, including Sevilla striker Alvaro Negredo, who was a member of Spain's UEFA EURO 2012-winning squad and has scored 21 league goals this season.
"It's almost impossible to have every player who merited a place," said Del Bosque. "[Cesc] Fabregas, [David] Villa, Torres and Soldado are our four strikers. You could just as easily ask why we didn't include [Imanol] Agirretxe, Iago Aspas, Michu.
"We can't bring in everybody. We've deemed it fit to call up Soldado because he's had a great season. We've called up those players who are going to help us have the best tournament.
It's almost impossible to have every player who merited a place. Fabregas, Villa, Torres and Soldado are our four strikers. You could just as easily ask why we didn't include Agirretxe, Iago Aspas, Michu.
Vicente Del Bosque
Del Bosque explains Casillas, Martinez & Torres inclusions
Del Bosque also felt it was the right time to bring Torres back into the fold. The 29-year-old has been omitted from the last few Spain squads, but earned a recall after netting 22 goals in 64 appearances for Chelsea this season, while playing a key role in the Blues' successful UEFA Europa League campaign. It was a similar story for midfielder Martinez, who was a stand-out performer for Bayern Munich in their UEFA Champions League final victory over Borussia Dortmund on Saturday.
"When they haven't been called up it's because we didn't think it was best," Del Bosque said. "Now we think the opposite, we think that they are in a good moment."
Regarding the decision to name goalkeeper Casillas in his squad, even though the veteran has not played competitively for almost five months due in part to a hand injury and also falling out of favour with Madrid coach Jose Mourinho, Del Bosque said: "We're certain he's in good form. We spoke in France and since then I haven't spoken to him, but I'm sure he is fine. He's one of us."
Spain have been drawn in Group B of the FIFA Confederations Cup, with their first game coming against Uruguay in Recife on 16 June. Four days later the reigning world and European champions play Tahiti in Rio de Janeiro, before taking on Nigeria in Fortaleza on 23 June.
Group A consists of hosts Brazil, Italy, Mexico and Japan.
Looking ahead to the tournament, Del Bosque said: "Not only are there four world champions, but there are countries who are Olympic champions like Mexico and African champions like Nigeria. Japan are one of the countries who have made great progress and any of the teams could be uncomfortable opponents. We will try to be at the level we need to be."
Prior to the tournament, Spain have friendlies against Haiti and Republic of Ireland in the USA.
Provisional Spain squad
Goalkeepers: Casillas (Real Madrid), Reina (Liverpool), Valdes (Barcelona)
Defenders: Alba (Barcelona), Albiol (Real Madrid), Arbeloa (Real Madrid), Azpilicueta (Chelsea), Monreal (Arsenal), Pique (Barcelona), Ramos (Real Madrid)
Midfielders: Alonso (Real Madrid), Benat (Real Betis), Busquets (Barcelona), Cazorla (Arsenal), Fabregas (Barcelona), Garcia (Manchester City), Iniesta (Barcelona), Martinez (Bayern Munich), Mata (Chelsea), Navas (Sevilla), Pedro (Barcelona), Silva (Manchester City) Xavi (Barcelona)
Forwards: Torres (Chelsea), Soldado (Valencia), Villa (Barcelona).
The official squad lists for the FIFA Confederations Cup will only be announced by FIFA on Friday 7 June.
Saturday, May 25, 2013
UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE 2013: Bayern Munich defeats Borussia Dortmund 2-1 in the final in Wembley Stadium
Borussia Dortmund 1-2 Bayern Munich (7.45pm)
Borussia Dortmund: Weidenfeller, Piszczek, Subotic, Hummels, Schmelzer, Bender, Gundogan, Blaszczykowski, Reus, Grosskreutz, Lewandowski.
Subs: Langerak, Kehl, Leitner, Sahin, Kirch, Schieber, Felipe Santana.
Goals: Gundogan 67pen.
Bayern Munich: Neuer, Lahm, Boateng, Dante, Alaba, Javi Martinez, Schweinsteiger, Robben, Muller, Ribery, Mandzukic.
Subs: Starke, Van Buyten, Shaqiri, Pizarro, Gustavo, Gomez, Tymoschuk.
Goal: Mandzukic 60, Robben 89.
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli (Italy)
Subs: Langerak, Kehl, Leitner, Sahin, Kirch, Schieber, Felipe Santana.
Goals: Gundogan 67pen.
Bayern Munich: Neuer, Lahm, Boateng, Dante, Alaba, Javi Martinez, Schweinsteiger, Robben, Muller, Ribery, Mandzukic.
Subs: Starke, Van Buyten, Shaqiri, Pizarro, Gustavo, Gomez, Tymoschuk.
Goal: Mandzukic 60, Robben 89.
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli (Italy)
Follow Sportsmail's coverage of the Champions League final as Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich clash at Wembley in a bid to become European champions.
The all-German clash sees Munich start as marginal favourites having stormed to the Bundesliga title this term, and they will appear in their third final in four years.
Dortmund, who were the German champions before Munich wrestled the title from them are appearing in just their second ever Champions League final, but will take inspiration from their first appearance in 1997 when they caused a minor upset to defeat Juventus.
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BAYERN MUNICH HAVE WON THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
Full-time: Borussia Dortmund 1-2 Bayern Munich
90+4min: Time is just about up as Mario Gomez replaces Mandzukic for Bayern.
90+1min: We are into three minutes added on where loads of subs have been made. Dortmund send Nuri Shain and Julian Scheiber on for Bender and Blaszczykowski, while Bayern replace Ribery with Luiz Gustavo.
89min: GOAL! Borussia Dortmund 1-2 BAYERN MUNICH
Maybe they have won it in 90! Arjen Robben takes advantage of sloppy defending at the back to steal the ball inside the box and poke the ball past Weidenfeller.
87min: But Bayern nearly win it in 90! Philipp Lahm's cut-back is dummied by Muller before Schweinsteiger's first time effort from 20 yards is parried by Weidenfeller.
86min: Still no substitutions by the way. Both managers look like they are planning for an additional 30 minutes with extra-time.
83min: It's an even battle on the pitch but reflecting the mood are the fans as Dortmund's following continue to cheer on their side, while Munich supporters look a little nervous.
80min: Dark arts from Lewandoswki who sneakily stamps on the back of Boateng who was lying on the ground following a challenge. He gets away with it as the Munich defender receives treatment.
79min: From former Champions League referee and Sportsmail's Graham Poll:
Clear penalty and Dante should have been sent off for 2nd yellow. Ribery shouldn't be on the pitch!!
Double booking: Franck Ribery (left) and Kevin Grosskreutz are cautioned
76min: Wiedenfeller, now back in the game, makes a superb stop as he leaps to his left to keep out a powerful 23 yard drive from David Alaba.
74min: What a finish from Lewandowski, who hits a dipping half volley into the back of the net from 35 yards out...the trouble is the whistle had already gone for a foul.
Moments earlier Grosskreutz and Ribery were booked following a disagreement.
71min: One of the all time great saves - and there isn't a goalkeeper in sight! Weidenfeller is out of the game as Muller takes the ball past him, but as he passes across goal for Robben to tap in, Subotic somehow clears the ball off the line in front of the Dutchman. Dortmund boss Klopp celebrated that like a goal.
Spot on: Ilkay Gundogan equalises with a penalty for Borussia Dortmund
68min: GOAL! BORUSSIA DORTMUND 1-1 Bayern Munich
What is Dante playing at?! The defender could arguably be sent off as he kicks out at Reus inside the box to concede a penalty, before Ilkay Gundogan converts by sending Neuer the wrong way from 12 yards.
67min: PENALTY (Borussia Dortmund)
Reckless: Dante conceded a penalty following a foul on Marco Reus
66min: From InfostradaLive:
Mario Mandzukic is only the second Croatian to score in a European final of any kind. Zvonimir Boban netted for AC Milan in the European Super Cup Final in 1995.
63min: Mandzukic is again through on goal but this time his shot is blocked behind by the Dortmund defence. Big test of character for Klopp's team now.
Calling number nine: Mario Mandzukic taps home for Bayern Munich's opening goal
60min: GOAL! Borussia Dortmund 0-1 BAYERN MUNICH
After fluffing a header from a couple of yards out seconds before, Mario Mandzkuic strikes on the hour! Robben gets behind the Dortmund defence inside the box, before his byline cross from the near post creeps its way wast Schmelzer and for the Croatian to tap home.
57min: Better from Bayern. Javi Martinez plays a lovely through ball for Ribery, but the Frenchman sees the ball quickly stolen off him by Hummels.
The defender immediately boots the ball out of play to allow Mandzukic to receive treatment for a head injury...well I say head injury, more like a delayed reaction following a clash with Neven Subotic.
On the edge: Bayern Munich boss Jupp Heynckes looks on as Dortmund manager Jurgen Klopp encourages his Borussia Dortmund team
54min: From InfostradaLive:
Bayern Munich have kept a clean sheet in each of their last four Champions League matches (twice against Juventus and twice against FC Barcelona). Their streak is a record for German clubs in the Champions League. The last player to score a CL goal against Bayern is Arsenal's Laurent Koscielny.
51min: A stuttering opening to the half, with Munich again slow out the blocks. The likes of Muller and Schweinsteiger are struggling to make an impact on the game.
48min: Free-kick to Dortmund 30 yards out after Ribery trips Reus. The ball played into the box takes a deflection before Neuer plucks the ball out of the air.
No pyro, no party: Munich fans light flares inside Wembey
Second-half: Dortmund get us going again at Wembley, where it doesn't matter if it's an England game or a Champions League final, there are always plenty of empty seats on show in the corporate area near the tunnel at the start of a second half.
20.43: From InfostradaLive:
Of the 58 previous Champions League finals, 21 were goalless at half-time.
Controversial: Franck Ribery (centre) catches Robert Lewandowski with an elbow
20.40: A stat from Opta has informed me that Robben has now had 24 shots on goal across three Champions League finals - and has still yet to score a goal.
20.37: Just seen replays from that first half showing Lewandowski and Ribery battling for the ball, before the Frenchman sneakily throws two elbows at the Pole.
At the time it looked like a scrap on the ball, but the Munich midfielder could have easily seen a red card for that - totally needless.
20.34: Don't let the scoreline fool you, it's been a very entertaining first half. Both sides have had great chances to score but some superb saves are the only reason this is still goalless.
Side-by-side: German chancellor Angela Merkel (right) stands with UEFA president Michel Platini
Confrontation: Franck Ribery (centre) argues with Robert Lewandoswki following a clash on the ball
Half-time: Borussia Dortmund 0-0 Bayern Munich
44min: A tale of two keepers so far and Weidenfeller is the man to Dortmund's rescue. Mats Hummels makes a mess of trying to head clear a long pass, allowing Robben through on goal.
But the Dortmund keeper is again off his line to block the Dutchman's instant shot with his face.
42min: Reus manages to get behind the Bayern defence but this time Neuer is not needed, as the Munich backline recovers to force the attacker to shoot wide from a tight angle at the near post.
No way past: Robert Lewandowski sees a shot blocked by Munich keeper Neuer
40min: From Sportsmail's Matt Barlow at Wembley Stadium:
'Bayern are finally relaxing into it. They started like a team stifled by the weight of expectation - and perhaps the after effects of last year.
'Dortmund have played freely in comparison but may still regret failing to make the most of early chances.'
37min: Set-piece chance for Bayern. A corner is swung into the box but Thomas Muller can only glance his header across goal and wide.
35min: After a lull in play, Lewandowski sparks it to life again. The Dortmund striker is through on goal but in a save similar to Weidenfeller's on Robben, Neuer blocks the Pole's effort.
Quick reactions: Dortmund's Roman Weidenfeller raced off his line to block Munich's Arjen Robben
4 - Manuel Neuer has made 4 saves in the first 22 minutes of play, his joint-best tally in a single Champions League game this term. Busy.
30min: I thought Neuer was keeping Bayern in this, but Weidenfeller has made two cracking saves now. Arjen Robben is unmarked and onside as he runs through on goal but the Dortmund keeper is very quick off his line to block the Dutchman at point blank range.
29min: First booking goes to Dante, who trips Reus 10 yards inside the Munich half.
Reflex: Dortmund keeper Roman Weidenfeller saves a header from Bayern Munich's Mario Mandzukic
27min: Finally Munich come to life! Ribery's cross to the back post is nodded across goal by Mario Mandzukic, but Roman Weidenfeller adjusts well to tip the ball onto the crossbar and over.
From the corner, Javi Martinez heads over from around the penalty spot.
25min: Quite surprised to read that Bayern Munich have had 58 per cent of the ball so far - they have done absolutely nothing with it. Dortmund still look the better side but Neuer is keeping them at bay.
22min: More Dortmund pressure. This time Sven Bender controls a cut-back inside the box, but his curling effort towards the bottom corner is easily saved by Neuer.
Top save: Manuel Neuer keeps out a volley from Dortmund's Jakub Blaszczykowski
20min: A fine counter attack from Dortmund, with Neuer again having to bail out Munich. Kevin Grosskreutz plays a through ball for Marco Reus, and after the forward skips one challenge, his 20-yard drive is parried behind by the Munich keeper.
18min: A delay in play here as Bayern Munich's Franck Ribery goes down winded after he blocks a clearance with his stomach - he will need a second or two to get his breath back.
15min: And Neuer is again Munich's saviour seconds later as he blocks a Blaszczykowsi volley wide from point-point blank range. Bayern cannot get into any attacking areas at this stage.
Outnumbered: Bayern Munich players surround Dortmund's Marco Reus
13min: Out of nothing, Dortmund nearly take the lead! Lewandowski tries his luck from 30 yards but his shot looks like it's dipping under the crossbar until Neuer turns the ball over for a corner.
10min: Dortmund are starting to up the gears now. Jakub Blaszczykowsi sees a ricochet from his own pass fall to him on the edge of the box, but the Pole fires wide across goal.
7min: Marcel Schmelzer swings in the corner for Dortmund but Manuel Neuer is off his line to claim a comfortable catch.
Held back: Bayern's Thomas Muller (left) is challenged by Dortmund's Neven Subotic in the early stages
6min: No clear cut chances yet but Dortmund win another corner as Dante deflects a cross behind. Klopp's side have settled better here.
3min: First corner for Dortmund as Robert Lewandowski controls a cross before seeing his powerful shot blocked behind by Jerome Boateng for a corner.
Kick-off: Bayern Munich get us going at Wembley
Legends: Former Dortmund midfielder Lars Ricken and ex-Munich star Paul Breitner brought the Champions League trophy out on to the pitch
Ready for battle: Performers representing Bayern Munich take part in the opening ceremony
19.46: From InfostradaLive:
For the first time since the 07/08 #ucl final, no players are suspended. Last year, Bayern missed 3 players due to a suspension.
19.43: It's a sea of yellow and red in the crowd now as both players take to the field and observe the fabulous Champions League anthem.
19.40: Hardly a spare seat in the house now. Good news for Bayern Munich, as Schweinsteiger is passed clear to play following that incident in the warm up.
All smiles: UEFA President Michel Platini (right) watches on at Wembley
Home representative: FA chairman David Bernstein observes from inside Wembley
German interest: Chancellor Angela Merkel was in attendance at Wembley
19.37: As the opening ceremony gets underway, this is the fourth Champions League final between teams from the same country.
Real Madrid beat Valencia in 2000, Milan overcame Juventus in 2003, and Manchester United beat Chelseain 2008.
Of the three winning teams only United had finished above their final victims in their domestic championship.
19.34: From OptaFranz:
17 - Bayern have not lost any of their 17 games in all comps 2012/13 without Toni Kroos in the starting eleven (W16, 1D).
19.31: Dortmund have only appeared in one Champions League final before - the 1997 win against Juvents - but Munich have a deeper history in Europe. here is their final record:
1974: 4-0 v Atletico Madrid, Brussels (replay after 1-1 draw)
1975: 2-0 v Leeds, Paris
1976: 1-0 v Saint Etienne, Glasgow
1982: 0-1 v Aston Villa, Rotterdam
1987: 1-2 v Porto, Vienna
1999: 1-2 v Manchester United, Barcelona
2001: 1-1 v Valencia (5-4 on penalties), Milan
2010: 0-2 v Inter Milan, Madrid
2012: 1-1 v Chelsea (3-4 on penalties), Munich
1975: 2-0 v Leeds, Paris
1976: 1-0 v Saint Etienne, Glasgow
1982: 0-1 v Aston Villa, Rotterdam
1987: 1-2 v Porto, Vienna
1999: 1-2 v Manchester United, Barcelona
2001: 1-1 v Valencia (5-4 on penalties), Milan
2010: 0-2 v Inter Milan, Madrid
2012: 1-1 v Chelsea (3-4 on penalties), Munich
Filling up fast: Munich fans gather inside Wembley
Going through the motions: Robert Lewandowski warms up for Borussia Dortmund
19.28: From InfostradaLive:
This is the 17th all-German tie in European competitions and the first since Werder Bremen and Hamburg met in the semifinals of the 2008/2009 UEFA Cup. Only Spain (26) and England (18) have produced more domestic encounters in major European competitions.
19.25: Potentially a big problem for Bayern. Bastian Schweinsteiger has gone down under a challenge from a team-mate in the warm up, and is now receiving treatment on his ankle. He looks in some pain but no signs that he could miss the final at this stage.
19.20: One of my more challenging tasks this week was to squeeze 10 strikes into a list of top 10 European Cup final goals. It was a tricky to leave a few out (sorry Dejan Savicevic) but click here to watch the full list from 10 down to the very best.
Seeing the light: Dortmund fans cheer on from the upper tier at Wembley
Help from the Brits and above: Dortmund fans show off a banner at Wembley
Flying the flag: Munich fans cheer on their side
19.15: While Bayern are on fire going into this fixture, Dortmund have suffered a loss of form at the worst possible time.
Last Saturday's 2-1 home loss to strugglers Hoffenheim left Dortmund four games without a win, their worst run since September 2011. They have not gone five matches without victory since September 2009.
19.10: Both sets of players are now on the pitch for the warm up. The Dortmund players are given a huge roar by a sea of yellow at one end of the ground.
19.05: Match referee Nicola Rizzoli will not be that familiar to Dortmund but he has taken charge of Munich matches in recent times.
The Italian was the official for the German side's 1-0 defeat at Basle in last season's last 16, while he was also in charge when Manchester United beat them team 3-2 in a 2010 quarter-final.
The twist is Munich still won both ties.
Save the best 'til last? Dortmund walk on the pitch as Bayern players arrive at the ground on the big screen
Thumbs up: Munich's mascot poses with the fans at Wembley and a replica trophy
Football on the brain: A Munich fan reacts inside the ground
19.00: Full line-ups from Wembley Stadium:
Borussia Dortmund v Bayern MunichBorussia Dortmund: Weidenfeller, Piszczek, Subotic, Hummels, Schmelzer, Bender, Gundogan, Blaszczykowski, Reus, Grosskreutz, Lewandowski. Subs: Langerak, Kehl, Leitner, Sahin, Kirch, Schieber, Felipe Santana.
Bayern Munich: Neuer, Lahm, Boateng, Dante, Alaba, Javi Martinez, Schweinsteiger, Robben, Muller, Ribery, Mandzukic. Subs: Starke, Van Buyten, Shaqiri, Pizarro, Gustavo, Gomez, Tymoschuk.
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli (Italy)
18.55: As more and more fans file in, the sprinklers have just been turned off after a 10-minute blast. The instruction is for there to be no added moisture an hour before kick-off.
18.50: From InfostradaLive:
Bayern has won the last 20 official matches in which they started Bastian Schweinsteiger.
Danke: A fan shows appreciation to London for the Olympics and the Champions League final
The prize: The Champions League trophy sits pitch side before the game with both teams' ribbons attached
Jurgen, they have a cardboard cutout of you up there: Dortmund boss Klopp laughs towards the stands
18.47: Just under an hour until kick-off, we are going to take a slight tangent for the moment. If you haven't already, check out what happened when UEFA president Michel Platini came face-to-face with his fiercest critic, Sportsmail's Martin Samuel. It proves an essential read.
18.44: From OptaFranz:
7 - Mario Gotze was directly involved in seven goals in his last seven appearances in the CL (two goals, five assists). Missing.
18.41: From Sportsmail's Matt Barlow at Wembley:
I was with Franz Beckenbauer at a Gazprom' event earlier. The Kaiser is going for 2-2 after 90 minutes, 3-3 after extra-time and a Bayern win on penalties.
Beckenbauer said: 'My dream and my wishes are to see really exciting football at the final, maybe a draw in the overtime and then penalty kicks, then Bayern Munich has to win!
'We need to show the world, this game tonight is a good opportunity for both teams to show the world how good the football in Germany is.
'Teams like Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund and the national team are on their way, maybe next year on their way to Brazil to win the World Cup. They have a good chance. German football is really on the top, so that’s a good opportunity tonight to show this standard to the world.''
Jurgen tribute: Dortmund fans inside Wembley raise a cardboard cutout of manager Klopp
Cheer up, chaps: Dortmund fans walk on the pitch after arriving at Wembley
Outcast: Dortmund's Bayern bound star Mario Gotze stands on the pitch at Wembley
18.38: Borussia Dortmund starting XI:
Weidenfeller, Piszczek, Subotic, Hummels, Schmelzer, Gundogan, Bender, Grosskreutz, Blaszczykowski, Reus, Lewandowski.
18.35: As expected from Bayern then, with Jerome Boateng partnering Dante in defence in place of Daniel van Buyten.
18.32: Bayern Munich starting XI:
Neuer, Lahm, Boateng, Dante, Alaba, Martinez, Schweinsteiger, Robben, Muller, Ribery, Mandzukic.
Giants of the game: England boss Roy Hodgson (left) and retiring Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson talk at Wembley
Giants of the game: England boss Roy Hodgson (left) and retiring Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson talk at Wembley
Giants of the game: England boss Roy Hodgson (left) and retiring Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson talk at Wembley
18.29: Sir Alex Ferguson would have preferred to be at Wembley today as manager of Manchester United, but the recently retired Red Devils boss is at the ground anyway, along with England manager Roy Hodgson.
18.26: Bayern's most recent match with Bundesliga rivals in this tournament was the 6-0 aggregate win against Kaiserslautern in the 1999 Champions League quarter-finals.
18.21: Both sides have now arrived at Wembley, the Dortmund fans booing the Munich team bus as it makes its way into the ground after it is shown on the big screen inside the stadium. Dortmund players are on the pitch soaking up the atmosphere under the late evening London sun.
Unforgivable: A Dortmund fan covers the Mario Gotze name on his back, following the midfielder's announced transfer to Bayern Munich
18.18: One man sadly missing out tonight for Dortmund is Mario Gotze and it's not just because he is a joy to watch on the field.
The midfielder is controversially moving to Bayern Munich this summer, and it would have been very interesting to see how he would have had an impact on this game tonight.
18.15: Bayern are seeking to join Liverpool on five European Cup wins and become the joint-third most successful club in the competition's history behind Real Madrid and AC Milan. Dortmund are eyeing just their second triumph following the classic 1997 final win against Juventus.
18.12: Team news could be in at any moment folks, so stick around for all the latest on who will be starting tonight. We'll bring it to you as soon as it comes in.
Dream ticket: Fans of both sides pose outside Wembley Stadium
Dream ticket: Fans of both sides pose outside Wembley Stadium
Dream ticket: Fans of both sides pose outside Wembley Stadium
18.09: Fans with one of those gold dust tickets are now entering Wembley. Although there is many empty seats on show, they are (especially Dortmund supporters) are making enormous noise. The atmosphere is going to be terrific once the place is full to the brim.
18.04: Here is an interesting stat from InfostradaLive to look out for this evening concerning clubs coming back to win after conceding first.
Since United's stunning turnaround against Munich in 1999, only Barcelona in 2006 against Arsenal have won the Champions League after letting the first goal in.
17.59: As you can see from the pictures below, there are a lot of fans in town for the game, but as ever these days, many have been shut out of Wembley in favour of the 'UEFA family.'
Ready to go: Dortmund players embark the team bus preparing to head to Wembley
17.54: The Dortmund team bus is now on its way to Wembley with just under two hours until kick-off.
17.49: Leading the Borussia Dortmund strike force tonight will be Robert Lewandowski, who scored four times against Real Madrid in the semi-finals.
17.44: With the German Cup final on June 1 to come, there is an interesting sense of deja-vu ahead of this final.
In 1997 when Dortmund won the Champions League, it came following two seasons as German champions. Bayern had just reclaimed the Bundesliga trophy and Stuttgart won the German Cup.
No problem, Borussia: Dortmund posted a humorous message on Twitter thanking England for inventing football
Flare up: Flares were lit in London ahead of the game
Roar on Borussia: Dortmund fans sit on a lion statue outside Trafalgar Square
17.39: Munich are in the German Cup final again against VFB Stuttgart after knocking Dortmund out in the quarter-finals. Having won the Bundesliga it means they are on for the treble.
17.36: Munich hold the upper hand over Dortmund judging by recent games but the last final these two competed in was a cracker going in favour of the latter. Last season's German Cup final resulted in Robert Lewandowski scoring a hat-trick in a 5-2 win for Jurgen Klopp's team.
17.31: If you fancy a small flutter on tonight's final then I recommend you check out our Betting Slip before you do so, as Brian Lee gives his betting tips for the all-German clash - the penalties option is tempting.
Munich march: Bayern fans gather in London before the final
17.26: Getting all caught up in the German atmosphere? Then why not read up on our guide to being German for the day - it's worth it just for the beer and bratwurst (for vegetarians & non-alcoholics, there's always the sing-a-long.)
17.21: A Bayern victory would make Heynckes the 19th coach to have won the European Cup twice, following his 1998 success with Real Madrid.
He would also become only the fourth to have triumphed with two different clubs after Ernst Happel (Feyenoord 1970, Hamburg 1983), Ottmar Hitzfeld (Dortmund 1997, Bayern 2001) and Jose Mourinho (Porto 2004, Inter Milan 2010).
17.16: Munich will have a psychological edge going into the game - having gone unbeaten in four matches against Dortmund this season.
Both league meetings resulted in draws, but the Bundesliga champions triumphed 2-1 in the German Super Cup at the start of the season and 1-0 in the German Cup quarter-final back in February.
Taking over: Dortmund fans gather in Piccadilly Circus
17.11: Good to see Munich have done their homework on the London traffic - their team bus is now on its way to Wembley from the hotel.
17.08: Jamie Carragher was one of the stars on show at the UEFA Champions Festival today and the former Liverpool defender has claimed that Dortmund will go into the final in a similar position to what his Liverpool side did in 2005.
That doesn't mean he has predicted a six-goal thriller with ridiculous comebacks, but more that you shouldn't write off Jurgen Klopp's team.
17.03: For those of you wondering if that last meeting might mean we are in for a goalles stalemate, here's a stat from OptaFranz to help ease those fears:
1 - Bayern have failed to score only in one of their 52 matches in all comps. 2012/13 (0-2 v Arsenal CL last 16 2nd leg). Threat.
Late hero: Stephane Chapuisat celebrates scoring Dortmund's winner against Munich in 1998
Conquerors: Real Madrid celebrate knocking Dortmund out of the 1998 Champions League semi-finals
17.00: These two have met in the Champions League before by the way. Back in 1998, when Dortmund were defending champions, the holders defeated Munich 1-0 on aggregate following an extra-time strike by Stephane Chapuisat at the Westfalen Stadion.
Their joy didn't last long though, Jupp Heynckes (yes, this evening's Munich manager) was in charge of the Real Madrid side they defeated Dortmund 2-0 on aggregate in the semi-finals.
16.55: That's because the Germans have lost three of their last four European finals. Manchester United scored twice in injury time to steal a 2-1 win in 1999 (you may have heard of it), Inter Milan defeated them 2-0 in 2010, while Didier Drogba's heroics robbed the German side of success in their own back yard at the Allianz Arena to hand the trophy to Chelsea last season.
16.50: 'I feel a surprise coming from Dortmund, they will feel one chance and have got to take it. One goal to decide it.'
Conzmiller, email
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German invasion: Dortmund fans soak up the atmosphere in Trafalgar Square
Our name's on the trophy: Three Dortmund fans pose with an inflatable replica of the European Cup
Eye on success: Bayern Munich supporters pose with the London Eye in the background
16.47: This is the seventh European Cup to be staged at Wembely - with the last one of course coming just two years ago as Barcelona defeated Manchester United 3-1.
Pep Guardiola's team ran rings around the Premier League champions that night, but I expect a more even contest this evening even if Bayern Munich are favourites.
'Brilliant atmosphere in central london and up towards Wembey from Dortmund and Bayern fans. I've even seen leiderhosen (spelling?)'
16.39: It's not all smiles though. Near Wembley today a video showing a few Munich and Dortmund supporters having a scuffle has emerged, but thankfully this only looks like a very small minority at this stage. You can watch the video by clicking here.
All in the preparation: Will Smith prepares to take a penalty at the UEFA Champions Fetsival
Gettin' Jiggy Wit It: Will Smith takes a spot-kick at the festival
Like father, like son: Jaden Smith also takes a penalty
One more match: Luis Figo (7) Edwin van der Sar (1) and Jamie Carragher (23) were among those at the festival
16.36: All in all it's made for a good atmosphere, not just at Wembley either. The UEFA Champions Festival at International Quarter close to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Straford is already underway - and there are a few famous faces there.
Among the likes of Luis Figo, Fabio Cannavaro Michael Laudrup and Jamie Carragher is Will Smith and his son Jaden who all competed in an Ultimate Champions Match.
16.33: For the past few days the weather has been a bit miserable in the capital, but for today at least there has been sunny intervals as Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund fans (especially the latter) have spent the day hovering around London. I could swear there were a yellow & black shirts around every corner.
16.30: Good afternoon folks, welcome to Sportsmail's live coverage of the Champions League final.
For a long time after the semi-final draw was made, I thought we were looking at an all-Spanish dust up at Wembley between Real Madrid and Barcelona.
But just like at Euro 96 and the last game under the twin towers in 2000, the Germans have taken over Wembley again as Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich defeated the Spanish giants to compete in the Champions League final. Looking on the positive side though, this should be a cracking game.
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| 2 | Manchester City | 38 | 32 | 78 |
| 3 | Chelsea | 38 | 36 | 75 |
| 4 | Arsenal | 38 | 35 | 73 |
| 5 | Tottenham Hotspur | 38 | 20 | 72 |
| 6 | Everton | 38 | 15 | 63 |
| 7 | Liverpool | 38 | 28 | 61 |
| 8 | West Bromwich Albion | 38 | -4 | 49 |
| 9 | Swansea City | 38 | -4 | 46 |
| 10 | West Ham United | 38 | -8 | 46 |
| 11 | Norwich City | 38 | -17 | 44 |
| 12 | Fulham | 38 | -10 | 43 |
| 13 | Stoke City | 38 | -11 | 42 |
| 14 | Southampton | 38 | -11 | 41 |
| 15 | Aston Villa | 38 | -22 | 41 |
| 16 | Newcastle United | 38 | -23 | 41 |
| 17 | Sunderland | 38 | -13 | 39 |
| 18 | Wigan Athletic | 38 | -26 | 36 |
| 19 | Reading | 38 | -30 | 28 |
| 20 | Queens Park Rangers | 38 | -30 | 25 |
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