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List of English league champions

List of English league champions

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

English champions and runners-up since the league restarted in the 1946-47 season after World War Two:

Patrick McEnroe feeling fine after mild case of coronavirus

Patrick McEnroe feeling fine after mild case of coronavirus

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

Retired tennis player Patrick McEnroe has recovered from a mild case of coronavirus, he announced on social media on Tuesday. McEnroe, younger brother of seven-times Grand Slam champion John, said he had been tested after experiencing "some minor symptoms" about 10 or 11 days ago.

Liverpool great Dalglish tests positive for coronavirus

Liverpool great Dalglish tests positive for coronavirus

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

Former Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish has tested positive for the coronavirus after being admitted to hospital for an infection, but is asymptomatic according to a statement by the Merseyside club on behalf of his family on Friday. Dalglish, 69, has been in hospital since Wednesday after requiring intravenous antibiotics, but is not in immediate danger.

Rooney penalty seals United's record 19th title

Rooney penalty seals United's record 19th title

Rediff.com14 May 2011

Manchester United were crowned champions of England for a record 19th time on Saturday when a Wayne Rooney penalty earned them a 1-1 draw at Blackburn Rovers and the point they needed to win the Premier League title.

FA Cup PHOTOS: Coutinho goal sends plucky Liverpool into semis

FA Cup PHOTOS: Coutinho goal sends plucky Liverpool into semis

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

Philippe Coutinho thumped home a second-half winner as Liverpool broke the resistance of Championship Blackburn Rovers to reach the FA Cup semi-finals with a gritty 1-0 replay victory on Wednesday.

League Cup: Southampton, Newcastle go out; Burnley win

League Cup: Southampton, Newcastle go out; Burnley win

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

Burnley beat Blackburn Rovers 2-0 at Ewood Park in their East Lancashire derby but Premier League sides Southampton and Newcastle United crashed out of the English League Cup to Championship opposition in Wednesday's second-round games.

The Funniest Animals You Can Meet!

The Funniest Animals You Can Meet!

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

The funniest wildlife photography competition in the world.

Liverpool rally to beat Crystal Palace and enter FA Cup quarters

Liverpool rally to beat Crystal Palace and enter FA Cup quarters

Rediff.com15 Feb 2015

Alan Pardew's dream of reprising a celebrated 25-year-old FA Cup triumph was scuppered by Liverpool as the seven-times champions came from behind to book a place in the quarter-finals with a 2-1 win at Crystal Palace on Saturday. This year's shock-laden competition had continued with second-tier Blackburn Rovers' 4-1 thrashing of the Premier League's Stoke City.

Venky's deny rumours, will not sell EPL club Rovers

Venky's deny rumours, will not sell EPL club Rovers

Rediff.com11 May 2012

Indian owners Venky's will not sell relegated Blackburn Rovers and they sacked deputy chief executive Paul Hunt to cut costs, the poultry company said on Thursday.

'Closely monitoring' India-China border row, says US

'Closely monitoring' India-China border row, says US

Rediff.com17 Jun 2020

The US hopes that the differences will be resolved peacefully, officials said in Washington.

Euro football: Liverpool down Rovers, Barca close in on Real

Euro football: Liverpool down Rovers, Barca close in on Real

Rediff.com11 Apr 2012

Action from mid-week football matches played across Europe.

EPL: Valencia, Young help United take five-point lead

EPL: Valencia, Young help United take five-point lead

Rediff.com3 Apr 2012

Manchester United stretched their lead at the top of the Premier League to five points after in-form Antonio Valencia struck nine minutes from time to set up a 2-0 win at relegation-threatened Blackburn Rovers on Monday.

Australia captain Finch helps student during lockdown

Australia captain Finch helps student during lockdown

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

Australia's limited overs captain Aaron Finch helped second grade student Alex Altube beat the lockdown blues by assigning the kid a cricket project through his school teacher, adding some joy to his daily routine.

EPL: Rovers bt Sunderland, move out of relegation zone

EPL: Rovers bt Sunderland, move out of relegation zone

Rediff.com21 Mar 2012

Blackburn Rovers moved clear of the Premier League relegation zone with a deserved 2-0 win over Sunderland on Tuesday.

Images: Man United and Man City stay neck-and-neck at top

Images: Man United and Man City stay neck-and-neck at top

Rediff.com2 Oct 2011

Manchester City's tough week ended on a high note on Saturday when they won 4-0 at Blackburn Rovers to maintain their unbeaten start in the Premier League and stay level on points with Manchester United at the top of the table.

EPL: Larsson's late strike helps Sunderland trump Rovers

EPL: Larsson's late strike helps Sunderland trump Rovers

Rediff.com12 Dec 2011

Seb Larsson's stoppage-time free kick gave Sunderland a 2-1 victory over Blackburn Rovers in the Premier League on Sunday as manager Martin O'eill watched his side come from behind for a win in his first match in charge.

Australian law firm files $72-million class action against Volkswagen

Australian law firm files $72-million class action against Volkswagen

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

Law firm Maurice Blackburn will launch a class action lawsuit on Thursday on behalf of Australian owners of scam-tainted Volkswagen AG seeking total damages "well north" of A$100 million ($71.59 million).

EPL: Bolton go fifth as Wolves down Birmingham

EPL: Bolton go fifth as Wolves down Birmingham

Rediff.com12 Dec 2010

Bolton Wanderers rose to fifth in the Premier League with a 2-1 win over local rivals Blackburn Rovers while in Sunday's other derby Wolverhampton Wanderers bagged a vital 1-0 triumph against Birmingham City.

FA Cup: Ibrahimovic fires Manchester United into quarters

FA Cup: Ibrahimovic fires Manchester United into quarters

Rediff.com20 Feb 2017

Manchester United's Zlatan Ibrahimovic came off the bench to score the winner as they recovered from an early deficit to beat Championship strugglers Blackburn Rovers 2-1 away in the FA Cup fifth round on Sunday.

English Premier League fixtures

English Premier League fixtures

Rediff.com14 Aug 2010

The schedule of matches in the 2010-11 English Premier LEague season.

Berbatov eyes goal-scoring record

Berbatov eyes goal-scoring record

Rediff.com16 Nov 2009

Bulgaria striker Dimitar Berbatov hopes to break his country's goal-scoring record in Wednesday's friendly against Malta after recovering from a knee injury.

Indian-origin billionaire bros to pick stake in UK supermarket chain Asda

Indian-origin billionaire bros to pick stake in UK supermarket chain Asda

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

Indian-origin billionaire brothers Mohsin and Zuber Issa are set to acquire a majority stake in the leading UK supermarket chain Asda from its US owner Walmart after a $ 8.8-billion deal was struck as part of a consortium involving private equity firm TDR Capital.

Soccer: Indian Navy beat Delhi FC in Durand Cup

Soccer: Indian Navy beat Delhi FC in Durand Cup

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

News of all that transpired on and off the football field

Taxi driver from Hyderabad assaulted in Melbourne

Taxi driver from Hyderabad assaulted in Melbourne

Rediff.com1 Jun 2009

"I have injuries on face, leg and hand. I have two broken teeth as well," the victim, who went unconscious after the attack, claimed. The man was then taken to Alfred Hospital by the police, who informed his family. The man was discharged on Monday, a family member told PTI

PIX: Son nets 100th goal as Spurs beat Leeds

PIX: Son nets 100th goal as Spurs beat Leeds

Rediff.com2 Jan 2021

Son Heung-min scored his 100th goal for Tottenham Hotspur as they returned to winning ways with a 3-0 defeat of Leeds United to climb back into the English Premier League's top four on Saturday.

Soccer: Manchester United's Martial loaned out to Sevilla

Soccer: Manchester United's Martial loaned out to Sevilla

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

News of all that transpired on and off the football field.

Arsenal to face Burnley, United travel to Derby for FA Cup fourth round ties

Arsenal to face Burnley, United travel to Derby for FA Cup fourth round ties

Rediff.com12 Jan 2016

Holders and Premier League leaders Arsenal will be at home to Championship (second tier) Burnley in the fourth round of the FA Cup after most of the big guns avoided top flight opponents in Monday's draw.

Chelsea enter FA Cup final

Chelsea enter FA Cup final

Rediff.com15 Apr 2007

Michael Ballack scored in the 19th minute of extra time to give Chelsea a 2-1 victory over Blackburn Rovers.

Spurs edge closer to Champs League

Spurs edge closer to Champs League

Rediff.com6 Mar 2006

British teams secure spots

British teams secure spots

Rediff.com24 Nov 2006

Tottenham Hotspur, Newcastle United, Blackburn Rovers and Rangers secured four berths for British teams in the knockout phase of the UEFA Cup on Thursday.

Arsenal beats Sheffield United

Arsenal beats Sheffield United

Rediff.com2 Mar 2005

Premier League sides Arsenal, Southampton and Blackburn Rovers reached the FA Cup quarter-finals with victories over lower division opponents in fifth-round replays on Tuesday.

Souness takes over at Newcastle

Souness takes over at Newcastle

Rediff.com6 Sep 2004

The 51-year-old resigned from Blackburn Rovers where he had been in charge since 2000.

Chelsea host sole conquerors

Chelsea host sole conquerors

Rediff.com4 Feb 2005

Copa America: Argentina edge Uruguay

Copa America: Argentina edge Uruguay

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

The goal gave Argentina all three points and condemned their neighbors to a losing start to their Copa campaign.

Cisse out with broken leg

Cisse out with broken leg

Rediff.com31 Oct 2004

The Liverpool striker is set to miss the rest of the season after suffering a horrific leg break in the 2-2 draw against Blackburn Rovers.

Football: West Brom appoint Allardyce as Bilic replacement

Football: West Brom appoint Allardyce as Bilic replacement

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

Bilic took over the reins at West Brom in 2019 and was tasked with gaining promotion from the Championship to the top flight.

Football Friendly: Japan stun World No 5 Uruguay in thriller

Football Friendly: Japan stun World No 5 Uruguay in thriller

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

Inspired by 24-year-old playmaker Shoya Nakajima and forward Takumi Minamino, who finished the night with a brace, Japan stunned Oscar Tabarez's side, who are ranked fifth in the world.

PIX: Championship surpasses itself with wacky Wednesday

PIX: Championship surpasses itself with wacky Wednesday

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

Footage showed the Leeds players in an open-top double-decker bus, surrounded by a swarming mass of chanting fans enveloped in smoke from flares and fireworks.

Anelka lifts Man City to the summit

Anelka lifts Man City to the summit

Rediff.com26 Aug 2003

Nicolas Anelka's last-gasp strike gave Manchester City a 3-2 victory in a thrilling game at Blackburn Rovers.

PIX: Italy miss out on World Cup again, Portugal survive

PIX: Italy miss out on World Cup again, Portugal survive

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

Quaison fires Sweden to extra-time World Cup playoff win over Czechs