Robben and Neuer in Monaco - Best Player in Europe Award

Both Manuel Neuer and Arjen Robben were edged out by Cristiano Ronaldo when the UEFA Best Player in Europe 2014 was announced after Thursday’s Champions League group stage draw at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco. However, FC Bayern can be proud of providing two of the top three players on the continent, with Philipp Lahm and Thomas Müller also named in the top five on the original shortlist for the accolade.