Vuvuzelas, the noisy air horns which provided the soundtrack to the World Cup in South Africa, have been banned from all Uefa-sanctioned games.

Rafael Benitez’s first league game in charge of Inter Milan ends in a 0-0 draw at Bologna as the Serie A champions opened their title defence.

Former Arsenal and Manchester United defender Mikael Silvestre joins German club Werder Bremen.

AC Milan agree deal to sign Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic on a season-long loan from Barcelona.

Atletico Madrid secure the European Super Cup with a 2-0 victory over Champions League holders Inter Milan.

Manchester City are paired with Juventus and Liverpool are also handed a tough draw in the group stage of the Europa League.

Liverpool and Manchester City await the draw for the group stages of the Europa League.