Shakhtar Donetsk's disappointing start to the Champions League group stage continued as they were held to a 1-1 draw by unfancied APOEL Nicosia in a match they dominated. Ivan Trickovski's goal just after an hour looked as if it might give the Cypriot visitors a smash-and-grab victory, but their lead lasted just three minutes before Jadson levelled with a sweet volley. The goal was no more tha...Full Story »

APOEL Nicosia striker Ivan Trickovski accepts the Cypriots are rank outsiders to make it out of Champions League Group G ahead of Wednesday's clash with Zenit St Petersburg. APOEL were drawn alongside Zenit, Porto and Shakhtar Donetsk in a pool which looks strong without having an overwhelming favourite. He said: "We must admit that the group is very difficult. All the opponents we face are st...Full Story »