Sheriff Tiraspol are the 'kings' of Moldovan football, but their power and backing comes from a disputed territory on the Ukraine border. ... They erected a white flag from the top floor.

Sheriff Tiraspol, a team from Moldova (sort of), has made the Champions League. But whether the club’s story is wonderful or worrying depends on the light.

Sheriff Tiraspol secured one of the biggest upsets in world football history Tuesday with a 2-1 road win over Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League group stage.

Sheriff Tiraspol produced one of the greatest upsets in Champions League history on Tuesday, defeating 13-time winner Real Madrid in its own back yard. CNN values your feedback 1.

Sheriff Tiraspol plays in the Moldovan league, where most teams play on rented fields of poor condition. Sheriff’s stadium cost $200 million and is state of the art.

Sheriff Tiraspol represents a breakaway region in Moldova that is not officially recognized but can now boast a triumph over one of soccer’s most glamorous clubs.

Sheriff Tiraspol are the 'kings' of Moldovan football, but their power and backing comes from a disputed territory on the Ukraine border. ... They erected a white flag from the top floor.