What hope for Madrid and Schalke?

A rematch of the 2009 UEFA Champions League final looks to be in the offing as the semi-finals conclude with FC Barcelona and Manchester United FC firmly in the driving seat.

Milan maestros recall Wembley joy in 1963

In the lead up to the 2011 showpiece, UEFA.com will hear from stars of past Wembley finals, with Cesare Maldini and Giovanni Trapattoni recalling AC Milan's triumph in 1963.

Market goers greeted by famous trophy

Just 24 hours before the Royal Wedding, the UEFA Champions League Trophy took to the quintessentially British surroundings of Old Spitalfields Market on the latest leg of its tour.

Disciplinary cases opened against Real Madrid and Barcelona

UEFA has opened disciplinary cases against Real Madrid CF and FC Barcelona following the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final on Wednesday.

Casillas puts Madrid on the comeback trail

A 2-0 loss at home to FC Barcelona ruined Real Madrid CF's semi-final game plan, but captain Iker Casillas said: "The tie is not finished; it's a difficult task, yes, but it's not over yet."

Xavi revels in superior Barcelona display

Xavi Hernández was in no doubt that FC Barcelona "were the better team" in their 2-0 semi-final first-leg win at Real Madrid CF, which was capped by "something marvellous" from Lionel Messi.

Barcelona hoping for third time lucky

FC Barcelona welcome Real Madrid CF to conclude their UEFA Champions League semi-final with a two-goal cushion as they try make it third time lucky against their arch-rivals in Europe.

Guardiola cautions against Barcelona complacency

Josep Guardiola has told FC Barcelona they are "not at Wembley yet" despite an impressive victory at Real Madrid CF, although the coach paid tribute to his side's controlled display.

Champions League rolling blog: 27 April

The UEFA.com blog looks back on the second UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg, in which FC Barcelona beat Real Madrid CF 2-0 thanks to two Lionel Messi goals.

Ten-man Madrid undone by Messi magic

Real Madrid CF 0-2 FC Barcelona
Lionel Messi scored twice in the last 15 minutes, the second a fabulous solo effort, to put the visitors in command after Madrid's Pepe had been sent off.

Messi moves in on scoring milestone

Lionel Messi's double at the Santiago Bernabéu moved him on to 11 in the competition this term and left the striker in sight of a mark only previously reached by Gerd Müller and Jean-Pierre Papin.

ITV and Sky Sports renew UK commitment

ITV and Sky Sports will continue to hold the United Kingdom media rights for the UEFA Champions League after agreeing a new three-year term with UEFA to cover the 2012-15 cycle.

Schalke win has Rooney dreaming of Wembley

Wayne Rooney did his best to keep his focus after scoring in Manchester United FC's 2-0 first-leg win at FC Schalke 04, but told UEFA.com: "It would be great if we could get to play a final at Wembley."

Neuer disappointed at awestruck Schalke

Despite his own standout goalkeeping display against Manchester United FC, Manuel Neuer was saddened by FC Schalke 04's 2-0 home loss, saying: "We were always a step behind".

Sir Alex thrilled by United win at Schalke

Sir Alex Ferguson was full of praise for the brilliance of his Manchester United FC team and Manuel Neuer, without whom FC Schalke 04 would have lost by an even greater margin.

Champions League rolling blog: 26 April

UEFA.com's live blog has reaction from Wayne Rooney, Sir Alex Ferguson, Manuel Neuer and Christoph Metzelder to Manchester United FC's 2-0 semi-final first-leg win at FC Schalke 04.

Dominant United too strong for Schalke

FC Schalke 04 0-2 Manchester United FC
Goals in quick succession from Ryan Giggs and Wayne Rooney broke Schalke's resistance and left United on the brink of a third final in four years.