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Norma Godinho

Norma Godinho covers sport for Rediff.com. You can e-mail the author at normag@rediff.co.in

Stories by NORMA GODINHO

When Harmanpreet played through pain

When Harmanpreet played through pain

Rediff.com   26 Jul 2017

'I never look at my individual score when I'm batting. I only look at the team total.'

Champions Trophy: 5 bowlers to look out for

Champions Trophy: 5 bowlers to look out for

Rediff.com   1 Jun 2017

50 overs cricket is a batsman's game, or so the conventional wisdom goes. But the Champions Trophy is being played in England, which means a different ball game :)

IPL 10: 6 foreign players who made a mark

IPL 10: 6 foreign players who made a mark

Rediff.com   16 May 2017

Smashing Warner. Amazing Stokes. Super Smith. Pure Amla...

Virat Kohli's tweets and the IPL factor

Virat Kohli's tweets and the IPL factor

Rediff.com   31 Mar 2017

Virat Kohli has finally clarified his stance on unfriending the Australian team, saying he 'meant only a couple of guys' and that his comments were blown out of proportion. But what has made the Indian captain changed his tune? Does the Indian Premier League ring any bells, asks Norma Godinho/Rediff.com.

Nadia Comneci is such an inspiration!

Nadia Comneci is such an inspiration!

Rediff.com   22 Mar 2017

Nadia Comneci made a superstar entry at the Times of India Sporting Awards.

Inspiring! This Marathoner wants you to break free

Inspiring! This Marathoner wants you to break free

Rediff.com   18 Jan 2017

Partially paralysed but with unbreakable will power and determination, Nihad Panju has beaten the odds to become a fitness freak and is all set to run his 4th Mumbai Marathon on Sunday.

Kanoute's El Clasico prediction: Real 2, Barca 1

Kanoute's El Clasico prediction: Real 2, Barca 1

Rediff.com   3 Dec 2016

On the eve of the big game, the Malian footballer tell Rediff.com's Norma Godinho why Real Madrid are favourites and what is plaguing Barcelona this season.

Thierry Henry on ISL, Wenger, Pep

Thierry Henry on ISL, Wenger, Pep

Rediff.com   27 Oct 2016

'You have to have a good coach to direct you on the right path.' 'I had Arsene and Pep in my professional career, but I was lucky to have good coaches in my younger days.'

When 'King Henry' left Mumbai spellbound

When 'King Henry' left Mumbai spellbound

Rediff.com   27 Oct 2016

Thierry Henry came to Mumbai and left his fans in a daze as he showed off that famed, magical footwork while he trained budding talent from the city.

'We have forgotten the art of physical literacy'

'We have forgotten the art of physical literacy'

Rediff.com   7 Sep 2016

'We have lost the importance of physical movement. It is important we encourage kids to take up sport.'

Steeplechaser Sudha Singh confident ahead of Rio

Steeplechaser Sudha Singh confident ahead of Rio

Rediff.com   8 Aug 2016

2014 Asian Games bronze medalist and national record holder Sudha Singh wants to make amends for a disappointing outing at the London Olympics.

Landmark Olympic moments that changed history

Landmark Olympic moments that changed history

Rediff.com   5 Aug 2016

There are moments at the Olympic Games that have a sporting significance, and then there are those that leave an indelible mark on humanity.

NBA D-League tryouts: Will Punjab's Palpreet leave a lasting impression?

NBA D-League tryouts: Will Punjab's Palpreet leave a lasting impression?

Rediff.com   4 Aug 2016

Palpreet Singh Brar, standing 6'9 can be an intimidating figure. But sit with him for a chat and his easy-going demeanor and straight-faced humour will have you alter any perceptions harboured of the 21-year-old.

India's London Olympics heroes... Where are they now?

India's London Olympics heroes... Where are they now?

Rediff.com   1 Aug 2016

These athletes made India proud four years ago.

First time at the Olympics... they offer hope at Rio

First time at the Olympics... they offer hope at Rio

Rediff.com   27 Jul 2016

Meet first-time Indian athletes hoping to make an impression in Rio.

Why the Euro scores over Copa America

Why the Euro scores over Copa America

Rediff.com   9 Jun 2016

You can see Messi, Suarez and other South American superstars play in the Copa America. Why then are soccer fans ignoring the oldest football tournament and looking forward to the European championships, which begins in France on Friday?

NBA looking to win clicks and eye-balls of cricket-obsessed Indians

NBA looking to win clicks and eye-balls of cricket-obsessed Indians

Rediff.com   28 Apr 2016

Now, with an aim to make basketball the second-most followed sport in India, the NBA launched its customized NBA.com in Mumbai on Wednesday.

'Satnam, Bhullar can inspire Indian kids to dream of shot at NBA'

'Satnam, Bhullar can inspire Indian kids to dream of shot at NBA'

Rediff.com   8 Mar 2016

On his first visit to India, former three-time NBA champion Brian Shaw talks of potential that Indian youngsters possess to make the cut in the NBA and shares his views on the sensational Stephen Curry and his partnership with Shaqueille O'Neal.Norma Godinho/Rediff.com listens in.

Honed in Barca school of football, Josue ready to wow India

Honed in Barca school of football, Josue ready to wow India

Rediff.com   6 Oct 2015

As Kerala Blasters kick-off their ISL campaign against NorthEast United FC in their opener in Kochi on Tuesday, October 6, Spaniard Josue Currais-Preito is looking forward to wow Indian crowds with his technical acumen.

FIFA-AIFF football development program in seven Indian states

FIFA-AIFF football development program in seven Indian states

Rediff.com   27 Jul 2015

India has been termed the sleeping giant of world football by FIFA (Federation Internationale de Football Association) president Sepp Blatter, and to awaken the dormant potential of the region, the international football association has launched a new program in partnership with the football associations of seven Indian states.