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Paris 2024 Olympics: Medals Table

Paris 2024 Olympics: Medals Table

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

The medal tally at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

Euro 2016: When Portugal's starlet Sanches overshadowed star Ronaldo

Euro 2016: When Portugal's starlet Sanches overshadowed star Ronaldo

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

Portugal coach Fernando Santos turned to teenager Renato Sanches in a bid to bring some fluency to the midfield in their Euro 2016 quarter-final against Poland on Thursday and was handsomely rewarded for the decision.

Italy beaten, Portugal held

Italy beaten, Portugal held

Rediff.com10 Oct 2004

International Friendly: Ronaldo misses penalty as Bulgaria shock Portugal

International Friendly: Ronaldo misses penalty as Bulgaria shock Portugal

Rediff.com26 Mar 2016

Brazilian-born Marcelinho scored on his Bulgaria debut while Cristiano Ronaldo missed a penalty for Portugal as the visitors pulled off a shock 1-0 friendly win over the Euro 2016 finalists on Friday.

WC Preview: Pragmatism likely to rule as Uruguay face Portugal

WC Preview: Pragmatism likely to rule as Uruguay face Portugal

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

Pragmatic, difficult to beat, spearheaded by talismanic forwards and led by veteran, battle-hardened coaches -- few teams have as much in common with each other as Uruguay and Portugal who meet in a World Cup round of 16 tie on Saturday.

Euro 2016: Portugal look to spoil French party in final

Euro 2016: Portugal look to spoil French party in final

Rediff.com10 Jul 2016

Hosts France are aiming to win their third European Championship on Sunday when they face Portugal in the Euro 2016 final with the outcome potentially hinging on the teams' attacking talismans Cristiano Ronaldo and Antoine Griezmann.

Cristiano Ronaldo leads Portugal squad for Euro 2016

Cristiano Ronaldo leads Portugal squad for Euro 2016

Rediff.com1 Jun 2016

Any sliver of a doubt over whether Cristiano Ronaldo would lead Portugal into the Euro 2016 was erased on Tuesday when he was named in their 23-man squad for the finals.

Portugal held by Northern Ireland

Portugal held by Northern Ireland

Rediff.com16 Nov 2005

World Cup qualifiers Portugal were held 1-1 by Northern Ireland.

Brussels attacks: Belgium-Portugal friendly to be played in Leiria

Brussels attacks: Belgium-Portugal friendly to be played in Leiria

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

A friendly soccer international between Belgium and Portugal has been moved to Portugal from Brussels over security fears after Tuesday's Islamic State attacks in the Belgian capital.

Ronaldo goes from agony to ecstasy as Portugal triumph

Ronaldo goes from agony to ecstasy as Portugal triumph

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

He has won it all at club level and has three world player of the year awards but on Sunday Cristiano Ronaldo celebrated as never before -- with tears of joy streaming down his face after his Portugal beat France 1-0 to win the European Championship.

Alba back in Spain squad; Portugal drop Ronaldo again

Alba back in Spain squad; Portugal drop Ronaldo again

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

Chelsea's Marcos Alonso and Real Madrid's Nacho were notable absentees in defence, along with Atletico Madrid midfielder Koke.

Portugal keep faith in 'amazing' captain Ronaldo

Portugal keep faith in 'amazing' captain Ronaldo

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

Talismanic Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo struggled against Croatia producing just one shot on goal, but coach Fernando Santos defended his "amazing" captain.

Portugal beat France to win Euro 2016 title

Portugal beat France to win Euro 2016 title

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

Portugal won their first Euro title after defeating France 1-0 at the Stade de France in Paris on Sunday.

Relentless Ronaldo does it again for Portugal

Relentless Ronaldo does it again for Portugal

Rediff.com22 Jun 2012

On this evidence the Czech Republic could play a dozen quarter-finals and still not produce the number of goal attempts that Cristiano Ronaldo managed on his own in another display of awesome authority by the Portugal skipper.

Euro: Hungary and Portugal through after thrilling 3-3 draw

Euro: Hungary and Portugal through after thrilling 3-3 draw

Rediff.com23 Jun 2016

Hungary and Portugal reached the Euro 2016 knockout stages after a rip-roaring 3-3 draw in which Cristiano Ronaldo netted twice and became the first player to score at four European Championship finals on Wednesday.

Euro 2016: Greek lessons and pragmatism key to Portugal's progress

Euro 2016: Greek lessons and pragmatism key to Portugal's progress

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

Having reached the Euro 2016 semi-finals without winning a game in 90 minutes it is probably time for Portugal fans to stop worrying about their misfiring forwards and instead give credit to the coach and defenders who have got the to the last four.

Ronaldo steers Portugal into last eight

Ronaldo steers Portugal into last eight

Rediff.com18 Jun 2012

Cristiano Ronaldo scored both goals as Portugal deservedly beat the Netherlands 2-1 on Sunday to reach the quarter-finals of Euro 2012 and eliminate the Dutch, beaten World Cup finalists two years ago.

Euro PIX: Kolo Muani scores late as France beat Belgium

Euro PIX: Kolo Muani scores late as France beat Belgium

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

Images from the Euro 2024 Round of 16 match between France and Belgium, at Dusseldorf Arena, Dusseldorf, Germany, on Monday.

Euro Preview: Portugal braced for 'series of finals'

Euro Preview: Portugal braced for 'series of finals'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Portugal are ready to move up a gear when they face Croatia in their mouth-watering last-16 clash in Lens on Saturday, coach Fernando Santos said.

Ronaldo Sees RED! Sent off in Saudi Super Cup clash

Ronaldo Sees RED! Sent off in Saudi Super Cup clash

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

Al-Nassr's Ronaldo red-carded as Al-Hilal win Saudi Super Cup semi-final

PIX: Alcaraz, Sinner drop set on way to second round

PIX: Alcaraz, Sinner drop set on way to second round

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Images from the US Open men's singles first round matches, at Flushing Meadows, New York, on Tuesday.

Portugal, England sign hooligan pact

Portugal, England sign hooligan pact

Rediff.com17 Feb 2004

Chelsea sign Portugal winger Deco

Chelsea sign Portugal winger Deco

Rediff.com1 Jul 2008

Chelsea signed Portugal's Brazilian-born playmaker Deco from Barcelona on Monday.

Cristiano Ronaldo first football player to reach this landmark...

Cristiano Ronaldo first football player to reach this landmark...

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo scored a stunning late goal as Portugal beat Iceland 1-0 in Reykjavk on Tuesday to extend their perfect record in Euro 2024.

Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara To Get Sequel?

Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara To Get Sequel?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Zoya Akhtar's popular film Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara turned 13 on July 15, and that sent its cast -- Katrina Kaif, Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar and Abhay Deol -- down memory lane.

Euro 2016: Champions Portugal fly home to hero's welcome, presidential honour

Euro 2016: Champions Portugal fly home to hero's welcome, presidential honour

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

Thousands of fans greeted Euro 2016 champions Portugal as they landed in Lisbon on Monday, chanting the name of goal hero Eder, whose extra-time screamer sealed the 1-0 victory over France.

Ronaldo left out of Portugal squad; Morata, Koke return to Spain fold

Ronaldo left out of Portugal squad; Morata, Koke return to Spain fold

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

Costa, Alba excluded from Spain squad

Euro 2024: Familiar foes Denmark and Slovenia meet again

Euro 2024: Familiar foes Denmark and Slovenia meet again

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

Denmark take on Slovenia in their opening Group C encounter at Euro 2024 in Stuttgart on Sunday

Swiss beat Portugal second string

Swiss beat Portugal second string

Rediff.com16 Jun 2008

Switzerland notched their first win at a European Championship finals when it least mattered by beating a second-string side from Euro 2008 quarter-finalists Portugal 2-0 on Sunday.

Expanded Euro format did Portugal a favour

Expanded Euro format did Portugal a favour

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

The expanded European soccer Championship format with 24 teams in the finals instead of 16 contributed to fairytale runs by so-called minnows at Euro 2016 but also helped Portugal lift their first major trophy. The new formula introduces an extra knockout stage, the round of 16, with the top two teams in each of the six groups going through as well as the four best third-placed sides. Portugal did just that, finishing third in their group and going on to win the tournament with a 1-0 victory in extra time over hosts France in Sunday's final.

Euro 2016: Portugal defender Pepe doubtful for semi-final

Euro 2016: Portugal defender Pepe doubtful for semi-final

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

Centre-half Pepe is doubtful for Portugal's Euro 2016 semi-final against Wales on Wednesday and a decision on his fitness will be made in the morning.

Denmark beat Portugal with late goal

Denmark beat Portugal with late goal

Rediff.com11 Sep 2008

Daniel Jensen's stoppage time winner gave Denmark a 3-2 victory in Portugal in a World Cup Group One qualifier on Wednesday that featured four goals in the closing seven minutes.

Confederations Cup: Third-place finish for Portugal, beat Mexico 2-1

Confederations Cup: Third-place finish for Portugal, beat Mexico 2-1

Rediff.com2 Jul 2017

Portugal, who missed a spot kick given thanks to the video assistant referees 16 minutes into the match, were awarded a second penalty after 104 minutes when Miguel Layun handled the ball.

England, Portugal eye Euro berths

England, Portugal eye Euro berths

Rediff.com20 Nov 2007

Nine teams are in contention to fill up the remaining four slots in the 2008 Euro qualifying tournament.

2018 World Cup qualifiers: Ronaldo fires Portugal, France lose

2018 World Cup qualifiers: Ronaldo fires Portugal, France lose

Rediff.com10 Jun 2017

Veterans Arjen Robben (21) and Wesley Sneijder (34) laid the groundwork for a Dutch victory in coach Dick Advocaat's first game in charge.

Salman home shooting: Lookout circular against gangster Bishnoi's brother

Salman home shooting: Lookout circular against gangster Bishnoi's brother

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

The police are also likely to take custody of Lawrence Bishnoi, who is currently lodged in a jail in Gujarat's Sabarmati, and was also contemplating invoking the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act in the case, he said.

Euro 2024: A look at the figures from the Group Phase

Euro 2024: A look at the figures from the Group Phase

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

With eight teams left in the tournament the numbers around Euro 2024 are becoming clearer, with Spain, England and France all considered likely winners and a race for top scorer that is still very tight.

15 STUNNING Wildlife Photos

15 STUNNING Wildlife Photos

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

A sneak peek of some extraordinary entries for the 60th annual Wildlife Photographer of the Year event.

Injured Ronaldo to miss Portugal's World Cup qualifier

Injured Ronaldo to miss Portugal's World Cup qualifier

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

The 31-year-old is still recovering from the knee injury which forced him to limp out of the Euro 2016 final against France in the first half, coach Fernando Santos said.

Portugal midfielder Tiago quits national team

Portugal midfielder Tiago quits national team

Rediff.com18 Jan 2011

Portugal midfielder Tiago has decided to retire from international soccer citing personal reasons, the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) said on Monday.