Association Football
- Euro 2000 – France won 2-1 in extra time over Italy, with a golden goal by Trézéguet. This was France's second European Championship title.
- Champions' League – Real Madrid won 3-0 in the final against Valencia. This was Real Madrid's 8th European Cup title.
- UEFA Cup – Galatasaray won 4-1 on penalties, in the final against Arsenal, after a 0-0 draw at the end of the match. This was the first European title won by a Turkish team.
- European Super Cup – Galatasaray beat Real Madrid 2-1 after extra time, with a golden goal by Jardel.
- Intercontinental Cup – Boca Juniors beat Real Madrid 2-1, winning the cup for the second time.
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