The Dutch Cup clash suspended over the above fan attack has been declared to resume in mid-January, with AZ keeper Alvaro Esteban getting off without a suspension. Plus we get what might be the photo of the year, possibly courtesy of John Woo. Silver linings and all. (Olaf Kraak/AFP/Getty)

A drunk fan decided that the best way to utilize his buzz during the Dutch Cup clash between AZ and Ajax was to attack AZ's keeper Esteban Alvarado because...well, he was drunk. So the keeper defended himself, then attacked the intruder with his boots and boiling anger. Understandably. However, the referee decided he should then send off Alvarado, which then prompted AZ to walk off the pitch.

The draw for the 2012 European Championships in Poland and Ukraine was made yesterday with some very interesting match-ups. This A-Z guide should enlighten, confuse, bore or maybe even fascinate some of you football fans.

A is for Absence - The group games are being played at 5pm and 7.