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FA to report Croatia fans over racism

FA to report Croatia fans over racism

Rediff.com12 Sep 2008

The Football Association said it would complain to world governing body FIFA after England players were racially abused by Croatia fans during their 4-1 victory in a World Cup qualifier in Zagreb on Wednesday.

'Fed up with lies': Ousted coach Stimac slams AIFF

'Fed up with lies': Ousted coach Stimac slams AIFF

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

'The sooner Kalyan Chaubey leaves, the better it is for Indian football'

Turkey beat Croatia in shoot-out thriller

Turkey beat Croatia in shoot-out thriller

Rediff.com21 Jun 2008

Turkey beat Croatia 3-1 on penalties after their Euro 2008 quarter-final finished 1-1 following extra-time on Friday. They will meet Germany, who beat Portugal 3-2 on Thursday, in the first semi in Basel on Wednesday.

Turkey out to ruin Croatia's title challenge

Turkey out to ruin Croatia's title challenge

Rediff.com20 Jun 2008

Turkey showed their battling qualities in the group stages, rallying from 1-0 down to defeat Switzerland 2-1 and scoring three times in the last 15 minutes against Czech Republic to snatch a thrilling 3-2 win.

Time to give Croatia billing they deserve

Time to give Croatia billing they deserve

Rediff.com20 Jun 2008

It will be more of a shock if the 1998 World Cup semi-finalists do not progress against a battered, bruised but not yet broken Turkish side in the quarter-final of Euro 2008.

India's Olympic Heartbreak: 6 Near-Misses

India's Olympic Heartbreak: 6 Near-Misses

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Six Indian athletes found themselves agonisingly close to the podium, ultimately falling short.

Barca wonderkid Cubarsi out of Spain's Euro squad!

Barca wonderkid Cubarsi out of Spain's Euro squad!

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente left Barcelona's 17-year-old defender Pau Cubarsi and midfielders Marcos Llorente and Aleix Garcia out of his 26-man squad

Spalletti lambasted by Italian media over Euros exit

Spalletti lambasted by Italian media over Euros exit

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Italy's media lambasted the country's soccer squad over their elimination from Euro 2024 at the hands of Switzerland on Saturday

Power of freshness! Croatia rested five players and still won!

Power of freshness! Croatia rested five players and still won!

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

Croatia's players showed the world they are not like the supporters who brought shame on the country with their behaviour at Euro 2016, coach Ante Cacic said on Tuesday.

Beckham dropped from Croatia game

Beckham dropped from Croatia game

Rediff.com21 Nov 2007

David Beckham and goalkeeper Paul Robinson have been dropped for England's Euro 2008 qualifier against Croatia.

PIX: Spain oust Albania, complete perfect group stage

PIX: Spain oust Albania, complete perfect group stage

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

Images from the Euro 2024 Group B match between Albania and Spain, at Dusseldorf Arena, Dusseldorf, Germany, on Monday.

Dubai Tennis: Bhambri in doubles semis; Bopanna out

Dubai Tennis: Bhambri in doubles semis; Bopanna out

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

Yuki Bhambri made his first doubles semi-finals of the ATP 500 tour.

Hernandez inspires Mexico into last 16 with Croatia win

Hernandez inspires Mexico into last 16 with Croatia win

Rediff.com24 Jun 2014

Javier Hernandez came off the bench to help Mexico reach the last 16 of the World Cup as their watertight defense and swift counter attacks gave them a 3-1 win against Croatia on Monday to emerge from Group A as runners-up behind Brazil.

World Cup QFs: Spain, Italy and Croatia win; Wales held

World Cup QFs: Spain, Italy and Croatia win; Wales held

Rediff.com10 Oct 2016

Gareth Bale scored his 25th goal for Wales but Georgia fought back strongly to earn a deserved 1-1 draw in a World Cup Group D qualifier in Cardiff on Sunday. It left Wales, surprise semi-finalists at Euro 2016, with five points from three games and at risk of losing the group leadership after the day's later matches. Georgia took their first point, following narrow defeats by Austria and Ireland.

Buyan the bear predicts Croatia will beat France in World Cup final

Buyan the bear predicts Croatia will beat France in World Cup final

Rediff.com15 Jul 2018

A Croatian victory would be a huge upset, with France firm favourites to win the World Cup for a second time.

PIX: Easy for Swiatek; Kasatkina whips Miyazaki

PIX: Easy for Swiatek; Kasatkina whips Miyazaki

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

Images from Day 4 of the Wimbledon Championships, at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, on Thursday.

We'll go for a win against Croatia: Capello

We'll go for a win against Croatia: Capello

Rediff.com9 Oct 2009

Croatia need not worry about England taking it easy against Ukraine on Saturday despite having already qualified for the World Cup finals, coach Fabio Capello said on Friday.

Bopanna in Miami Open doubles final; set to regain No 1 ranking

Bopanna in Miami Open doubles final; set to regain No 1 ranking

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Rohan Bopanna and his Australian partner Matthew Ebden sailed into the men's doubles final at the Miami Open.

Nagal takes a set off world No. 7 Rune before exiting

Nagal takes a set off world No. 7 Rune before exiting

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Putting up a brave fight, India's Sumit Nagal took a set off world number seven Holger Rune before losing his rain-hit second round match of the Monte Carlo Masters, in Monte Carlo on Thursday.

Bopanna-Ebden beaten in Monte Carlo Masters

Bopanna-Ebden beaten in Monte Carlo Masters

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

Meanwhile, Sumit Nagal was trailing in his second round men's singles match against Holger Rune of Denmark, when rain led to a suspension of the contest.

All eyes on Ronaldo against Croatia tomorrow

All eyes on Ronaldo against Croatia tomorrow

Rediff.com12 Jun 2006

The 2002 World Cup's top scorer has had a frustrating season with Real Madrid

Ivanisevic to captain Croatia Davis Cup team

Ivanisevic to captain Croatia Davis Cup team

Rediff.com27 Dec 2005

"As it seems now, I'm likely to take over as the team captain from Pilic, who will stay on as my adviser," the 34-year-old told a local newspaper.

Hull sign on Everton's Croatia striker Jelavic

Hull sign on Everton's Croatia striker Jelavic

Rediff.com11 Jan 2014

HullCity have agreed a transfer fee with English Premier League rivals Everton to sign Croatia striker Nikica Jelavic.

Bopanna's last dance in Paris; stiff test awaits Nagal

Bopanna's last dance in Paris; stiff test awaits Nagal

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

India's first and only tennis medal in the history of Olympic Games came way back in 1996, when Leander Paes claimed the singles bronze in Atlanta.

FIFA rankings: India plummet further

FIFA rankings: India plummet further

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Reigning world champions Argentina continue to top the chart followed by 2022 World Cup runners-up France, England, Belgium and Brazil.

Euro 2016: How Rakitic eclipsed Barca pal Turan as Croatia kicked off campaign with win

Euro 2016: How Rakitic eclipsed Barca pal Turan as Croatia kicked off campaign with win

Rediff.com12 Jun 2016

Ivan Rakitic outshone Barcelona team mate Arda Turan as Croatia ran out 1-0 winners against Turkey at Euro 2016 on Sunday, a victory that was more comfortable than the scoreline suggests.

Croatia, Slovakia inch towards first Davis final

Croatia, Slovakia inch towards first Davis final

Rediff.com25 Sep 2005

Both nations took 2-1 leads in their semi-finals with doubles victories.

France go with Tsonga and Chardy in Davis Cup final singles vs Croatia

France go with Tsonga and Chardy in Davis Cup final singles vs Croatia

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

Already without the likes of Richard Gasquet and Gael Monfils for the final against Croatia, Noah decided to leave out Lucas Pouille, the top-ranked player in his squad.

Red faces at Croatia over dope case

Red faces at Croatia over dope case

Rediff.com21 Jun 2004

Croneed a win atia to go through to the quarter-finals, while a draw would be enough for England.

Euro: Bellingham steals the show in England's win over Serbia

Euro: Bellingham steals the show in England's win over Serbia

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Bellingham, who became the first European player to make an appearance at three major international tournaments before turning 21, looked nothing like a 20-year-old.

PIX: Nadal-Alcaraz turn up the heat; Gauff knocked out

PIX: Nadal-Alcaraz turn up the heat; Gauff knocked out

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

A summary of the day's tennis action at Roland Garros.

Ten-man Switzerland hold Croatia

Ten-man Switzerland hold Croatia

Rediff.com14 Jun 2004

The teams played out a disappointing goalless draw in the opening Euro 2004 Group B clash.

Croatia, Argentina enter Davis Cup quarters

Croatia, Argentina enter Davis Cup quarters

Rediff.com8 Mar 2009

Croatia and Argentina reached the Davis Cup quarter-finals on Saturday, winning in doubles to take unassailable 3-0 leads over Chile and Netherlands respectively. Seven times champions Sweden took a 2-1 lead over Israel with doubles victory for Robert Lindstedt and Simon Aspelin over Andy Ram and Amir Hadad.

Sports shorts: Croatia, Switzerland seal World Cup spots

Sports shorts: Croatia, Switzerland seal World Cup spots

Rediff.com13 Nov 2017

Croatia clinched a place in next year's World Cup finals on Sunday after holding Greece to a goalless draw at the Georgios Karaiskakis stadium in Athens to complete a 4-1 aggregate victory in their playoff tie.

Euro qualifiers PIX: Belgium sink Russia; Croatia leave it late

Euro qualifiers PIX: Belgium sink Russia; Croatia leave it late

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

IMAGES from the Euro 2020 qualifiers played on Thursday

Croatia not threatened by Brazil's main man Neymar

Croatia not threatened by Brazil's main man Neymar

Rediff.com12 Jun 2014

The thought of Neymar tearing your team into pieces might be enough to give some coach's nightmares, but Croatia's Niko Kovac isn't losing any sleep over the threat posed by the Brazilian phenom ahead of Thursday's World Cup opener.

Croatia rally to hold France

Croatia rally to hold France

Rediff.com18 Jun 2004

The surprise result leaves Group B wide open. France lead with four points, England, Croatia have two and the Swiss one.