Memorable Group Stage

With the two Manchester teams getting eliminated and Lyon's scoring display, this year's Champions League group stage was more surprising than anyone would have predicted, writes Steven Cohen.

Relegation Zone

It would not be good for Manchester City's English Premier League title hopes if the club gets sent down to the Europa League this season, writes Goal.com USA columnist Steven Cohen.

Israeli Adventure

Goal.com columnist Steven Cohen traveled to Israel to experience a Maccabi Tel Aviv Europa League match against Stoke City, and described the rain-soaked atmosphere at the Bloomfield Stadium.

Another Trophy For Barca

Appearing in its eighth Super Cup, Barcelona defeated Porto 2-0 Friday in Monaco. Lionel Messi scored in the first half and assisted Cesc Fabregas' strike in the second half as last season's Champions League winners defeated the reigning Europa League champs.

Deuce For Deuce

The Cottagers' resident American Clint Dempsey had two goals to lead Fulham to a 3-0 home victory over Ukraine outfit Dnipro in the Europa League playoff on Thursday.

Porto Powerhouse

In a year in which multiple clubs in Portugal proved to be a force in European club soccer, Porto showed itself to be the strongest of all. Andre Villas-Boas' men overcame Braga in a thrilling Europa League final that was decided by the individual brilliance of Falcao.