Yesterday, Bosnia-Herzegovina took on world powerhouse Brazil in an international friendly in St. Gallen, Switzerland. The Brazilians took an early lead when Marcelo scored in the 4th minute. The early goal suggested that Brazil might ultimately overpower the Balkans side, but in the 13th minute Vedad Ibisevic picked the equalizer for Bosnia-Herzegovina.

Benfica Portugal
Last season: 2nd in the league, 21 points behind Porto. Semi-finals of Europa League. Winners of the League Cup.
This season: 3rd out of 16. 2 points behind the leaders.
Last season's top scorers: Javier Saviola (9) and Óscar Cardozo (9).
European success: 2 European Cups (1961 and 1962).

Manchester City have signed their second defender this week, as they have announced that Stefan Savic has completed his transfer from Partizan Belgrade for around £6 million.

Savic, who had a 10-day trial with the Gunners last year, has signed a four-year contract at Eastlands.

"I watch the Premier League all the time and I know it's the place to be, so I am looking forward to helping this club achieve great things," said Savic.

By our decree.

Aris took on financial behemoths Manchester City during the week in a Europa League match which ended nil-nil, arguably a small victory for the Greek side, even if they were playing in the Balkans. And though they didn't score on the pitch, they scored in the program with a none-too-subtle dig at Man City's trillionaires and the size of its squad by adding just a few more big names.