News for '-boyhood'

Neymar Hints At Retirement By End Of Year

Neymar Hints At Retirement By End Of Year

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Brazil striker Neymar says he may retire by year-end despite extending his Santos contract, casting doubt over his World Cup hopes.

10 Must Watch Movies From Around The World

10 Must Watch Movies From Around The World

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Aseem Chhabra lists his top 10 films from this year's Sundance festival, a blend of narratives and documentaries made in the US and other parts of the world.

Sir Jimmy! Anderson Honoured With Knighthood

Sir Jimmy! Anderson Honoured With Knighthood

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

James Anderson joins an elite list of English cricket icons including Sir Ian Botham, Sir Geoffrey Boycott, Sir Alastair Cook, and Sir Andrew Strauss, to have been honoured with a knighthood.

Joao Pedro brace sends Chelsea into Club World Cup final

Joao Pedro brace sends Chelsea into Club World Cup final

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

23-year-old Brazilian forward, signed from Brighton & Hove Albion for 60 million pounds ($81.5 million) last week, stars in victory over boyhood club Fluminense

Departing Ranieri urges Roma fans for one last push

Departing Ranieri urges Roma fans for one last push

Rediff.com19 May 2025

'I was there among you 60 years ago in those stands. I asked you for help, now we need that final step.'

'Real Madrid move a dream come true'

'Real Madrid move a dream come true'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Alexander-Arnold says signing for Real Madrid is dream come true

Real Madrid sign Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool

Real Madrid sign Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Real Madrid have signed Alexander-Arnold before his Liverpool contract ended, making him available for the Club World Cup to be played from June 14-July 13 in the United States.

Drama! Sunderland grab EPL spot with last-gasp winner

Drama! Sunderland grab EPL spot with last-gasp winner

Rediff.com25 May 2025

Sunderland stun Sheffield United in playoff to return to Premier League

Messi's Inter Miami move driven by unhappy spell at PSG

Messi's Inter Miami move driven by unhappy spell at PSG

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Lionel Messi said his decision to join Major League Soccer club Inter Miami as a free agent was fuelled by his struggles at Paris St Germain, describing it as a period he "didn't enjoy".

Neymar to return to his roots

Neymar to return to his roots

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

Neymar began his career with Santos in 2009 aged 17, racking up 136 goals and 64 assists in 225 matches to help the club secure their first Copa Libertadores title in nearly 50 years in 2011.

Tsitsipas eyes boyhood dream of Grand Slam title

Tsitsipas eyes boyhood dream of Grand Slam title

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

Stefanos Tsitsipas moved into the Australian Open final on Friday, taking a step towards becoming the first Greek world number on.

In-form Neymar gets Brazil recall for WC qualifiers

In-form Neymar gets Brazil recall for WC qualifiers

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Brazil, who are fifth in the CONMEBOL table with 18 points from 12 games, host Colombia on March 21 and visit Argentina five days later in a match that could see Neymar come up against former Barcelona and Paris St Germain teammate Lionel Messi.

Review: Boyhood is just bearable

Review: Boyhood is just bearable

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

Once the initial wide-eyed worship of the filming process fades away, all that Boyhood leaves you with is a faint sense of nostalgia and not much else, says Paloma Sharma.

Why every parent must watch Boyhood

Why every parent must watch Boyhood

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

'In Boyhood, I saw the father that I had been to my son: Not always perfect, but never giving up on the child I helped to bring to this world.'

Review: There has never been a film like Boyhood

Review: There has never been a film like Boyhood

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

Boyhood will open your mind a little bit more toward the possibilities great cinema holds, says Raja Sen.

Birdman, Boyhood, American Sniper sweep Oscar 2015 nominations

Birdman, Boyhood, American Sniper sweep Oscar 2015 nominations

Rediff.com15 Jan 2015

A quick look at the Oscar 2015 nominations.

BAFTA 2015: Grand Budapest, Boyhood win bigq

BAFTA 2015: Grand Budapest, Boyhood win bigq

Rediff.com9 Feb 2015

All the fashion and winners' news from the recently concluded awards show, right here!

'I Was Very Proud Of Ratan Tata'

'I Was Very Proud Of Ratan Tata'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

'...and I was a great admirer of his leadership of Tata Sons.'

Nagal Swaps Racquet For Bat At MCG

Nagal Swaps Racquet For Bat At MCG

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Nagal, who played cricket in his boyhood before swapping bat it for a tennis racquet, reminisced about playing cricket in the streets and expressed joy at padding up in the indoor nets at the G.

Manchester United's Rooney rejoins boyhood club Everton

Manchester United's Rooney rejoins boyhood club Everton

Rediff.com9 Jul 2017

'Everton can confirm that Wayne Rooney has rejoined the club from Manchester United on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee'

Xavi to stay on as Barcelona manager

Xavi to stay on as Barcelona manager

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

Xavi played for Barcelona for 17 years, making 767 appearances and winning 25 trophies, including four Champions League titles and eight LaLiga crowns.

'Raising bat to standing ovation at Lord's a boyhood dream'

'Raising bat to standing ovation at Lord's a boyhood dream'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2018

Having endured the frustration of a long lay-off due to injury, Chris Woakes felt "incredible" after realising his "boyhood dream" of scoring a Test hundred at the 'Home Of Cricket'.

PHOTOS: Hamilton matches boyhood idol Senna at Suzuka

PHOTOS: Hamilton matches boyhood idol Senna at Suzuka

Rediff.com27 Sep 2015

Lewis Hamilton always dreamed of matching the achievements of his boyhood idol Ayrton Senna, winning as many races and titles as the late great Brazilian who had inspired him to beat the odds.

I'm going to play for India. I don't really care when: Parag

I'm going to play for India. I don't really care when: Parag

Rediff.com30 May 2024

'That is not me being arrogant. That is what my plan was with my dad (former Railways and Assam player Parag Das), when I started playing cricket when I was like 10-years-old. We (a joint project) were going to play for India regardless of anything.'

EPL PIX: Man United seal late win; West Ham-Bournemouth draw

EPL PIX: Man United seal late win; West Ham-Bournemouth draw

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

Images from the Premier League matches played on Thursday

'Messi's adventure with PSG will come to an end'

'Messi's adventure with PSG will come to an end'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

Paris Saint Germain confirmed on Saturday that Lionel Messi's PSG adventure will come to an end at the end of this season.

Messi's PSG exit confirmed: Last game set for Saturday

Messi's PSG exit confirmed: Last game set for Saturday

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Lionel Messi will play his last game for Paris St Germain against Clermont on Saturday

Al-Hilal tempts Messi with lucrative offer for next season

Al-Hilal tempts Messi with lucrative offer for next season

Rediff.com4 May 2023

The 35-year-old Messi has also been linked in the media with a move back to boyhood club Barcelona

Pat Cummins reveals secret strategy to conquer India

Pat Cummins reveals secret strategy to conquer India

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

Pat Cummins wants to experience that awesome feeling of leading a great bunch of blokes

Vettel emulates boyhood hero Schumacher

Vettel emulates boyhood hero Schumacher

Rediff.com26 Nov 2012

Vettel is only the third driver to win three championships in a row and the ninth triple champion. The others are Argentina's Juan Manuel Fangio and Germany's Michael Schumacher. The following are some key facts about Vettel.

'We are waiting for you': Messi gets death threats

'We are waiting for you': Messi gets death threats

Rediff.com5 Mar 2023

The message of support from Newell's was posted on social media hours before Saturday's home game against Barracas Central in the Argentine league.

Bayern lose German Super Cup but ambitious Kane not panicking

Bayern lose German Super Cup but ambitious Kane not panicking

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

'I wanted to play internationally, in the Champions League, and fight for titles every year. Coming to Bayern gives me that opportunity. I am looking forward to that challenge.'

Leo Varadkar, The PM Who Likes Jalebis

Leo Varadkar, The PM Who Likes Jalebis

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

'When my father travelled 5,000 miles to build a new home in Ireland, I doubt he ever dreamed that his son would one day grow up to become its leader.' Vaihayasi Pande Daniel/Rediff.com profiles Dr Leo Varadkar who will step down as Ireland's taoiseach (prime minister) next week.

Watch: Barca captain Iniesta's goodbye to boyhood club, fans

Watch: Barca captain Iniesta's goodbye to boyhood club, fans

Rediff.com21 May 2018

Barca's fans held up a mosaic before the game reading "Infinite Iniesta". They later revealed a banner saying "Thanks for so much" in tribute to a player who came through the club's academy and spent 16 years pulling the strings in midfield, winning nine Liga titles, four Champions Leagues and six domestic Cups.

Casillas comes out as gay, then deletes tweet

Casillas comes out as gay, then deletes tweet

Rediff.com9 Oct 2022

Casillas was married to sports journalist Sara Carbonero for five years before their separation in March 2021. The couple has two sons.

Soccer: Gerrard to coach Saudi side Al-Ettifaq; Fabregas retires

Soccer: Gerrard to coach Saudi side Al-Ettifaq; Fabregas retires

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

Former Arsenal, Spain midfielder Fabregas hangs up his boots, to coach Italian club.

Van Persie comes full circle with return to boyhood club

Van Persie comes full circle with return to boyhood club

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

Dutch soccer star Robin van Persie returned to his home ground on Monday as he signed with Feyenoord Rotterdam hoping for a positive ending to his dwindling career.

Vettel pays tribute to boyhood hero Schumacher

Vettel pays tribute to boyhood hero Schumacher

Rediff.com23 Nov 2012

Formula One World champion Sebastian Vettel hailed Michael Schumacher as his hero and inspiration as the German great prepared for a final farewell to the sport at the Brazilian Grand Prix.

PSG's Messi and three others test positive for COVID-19

PSG's Messi and three others test positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com2 Jan 2022

PSG said in a statement that the four players were currently in isolation and subject to the appropriate health protocols.

Barca's midfield magician Xavi to bid adieu to boyhood club

Barca's midfield magician Xavi to bid adieu to boyhood club

Rediff.com20 May 2015

Barcelona midfielder Xavi will announce on Thursday he is leaving the club he joined as an 11-year-old to sign a lucrative three-year deal with Qatari side Al Sadd, his agent told Reuters on Wednesday.