Ivan Ljubicic salvaged the opening day of Croatia's Davis Cup semi-final against Russia, winning a pulsating five-set duel with Mikhail Youzhny to level the tie 1-1.
Fulham striker Dimitar Berbatov has been heavily criticised in his homeland after he snubbed the Bulgarian national team for a second time in 28 months.
The Manchester United midfielder broke his nose in the Champions League final against Chelsea but played through the pain barrier to win the medal he missed out on nine years ago.
German referee Herbert Fandel will be in charge for Wednesday's Champions League final between AC Milan and Liverpool.
Players of both teams clashed on the pitch after Germany beat Argentina on penalties to reach the semi-finals
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