Wednesday 20th May: News

The Eastern European grip on the UEFA Cup, drawing to a close in the wake of the rebranded Europa League, stiffened as Shakhtar Donetsk became the first-ever Ukrainian team to win a European contest following on from the breakup of the Soviet Union. Brazilian duo Luiz Adriano and Jádson stole the accolades for Shakhtar, who were forced into extra-time once opposing compatriot Naldo equalised from a 30-year free-kick for Bundesliga outfit Werder Bremen.

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