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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.

Real Madrid wooing benched Fabregas?

Real Madrid wooing benched Fabregas?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas has quashed persistent transfer rumours, saying he had never thought of leaving the StamfordBridge and that he is extremely happy with his current club.

Fabregas begs Hazard to stay at Chelsea

Fabregas begs Hazard to stay at Chelsea

Rediff.com20 Jul 2018

"I think he's our best player," Fabregas said.

Fabregas winning fitness battle

Fabregas winning fitness battle

Rediff.com7 Jul 2010

Spain midfielder Cesc Fabregas will probably be available for Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Germany after a blow to the leg proved less serious than feared, coach Vicente del Bosque said on Tuesday.

'Fabregas needs to improve defensively'

'Fabregas needs to improve defensively'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2016

Midfielder Cesc Fabregas must continue to sharpen the defensive side of his game to earn a place in Chelsea's starting line-up, manager Antonio Conte has said.

Fabregas dismisses Barcelona exit talk

Fabregas dismisses Barcelona exit talk

Rediff.com8 Aug 2013

Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fabregas has said his only wish is to succeed with the Spanish champions and has dismissed the idea that he could be lured away to another club.

Fabregas decides to join Barcelona

Fabregas decides to join Barcelona

Rediff.com19 May 2010

Cesc Fabregas has finally made up his mind to quit Arsenal this summer and join Barcelona in a 30 million move.

Arsenal, Barcelona agree Fabregas deal

Arsenal, Barcelona agree Fabregas deal

Rediff.com15 Aug 2011

Barcelona and Arsenal have reached agreement in principal on the transfer of Spanish midfielder Cesc Fabregas to the Spanish club, Barcelona said on Sunday.

Mourinho praises 'Made in Arsenal' Fabregas

Mourinho praises 'Made in Arsenal' Fabregas

Rediff.com4 Oct 2014

Cesc Fabregas might have been "Made in Arsenal" but all that matters for his manager Jose Mourinho is that he has been playing "phenomenal" football for top-of-the-table Chelsea.

Cesc Fabregas signs for Barcelona

Cesc Fabregas signs for Barcelona

Rediff.com12 Aug 2011

Cesc Fabregas has finally signed for Barcelona on a five-year deal.

Chelsea's Sarri backs Fabregas exit amid talk of Monaco switch

Chelsea's Sarri backs Fabregas exit amid talk of Monaco switch

Rediff.com7 Jan 2019

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri is unsure whether midfielder Cesc Fabregas has played his last game for the club but he feels the Spaniard must leave for the good of his career.

Arsenal players lack winning mentality: Fabregas

Arsenal players lack winning mentality: Fabregas

Rediff.com16 Oct 2010

Arsenal skipper Cesc Fabregas has criticized his club players for lacking a "winning mentality."

Cup hero Fabregas ready to step up for Chelsea

Cup hero Fabregas ready to step up for Chelsea

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

Midfielder Cesc Fabregas insists he can play a key role for Chelsea after scoring an extra-time brace to help the Blues knock Premier League champions Leicester City out of the League Cup on Tuesday. Fabregas has been on the fringes of new manager Antonio Conte's Chelsea side since the start of the season, having made just three league appearances from the bench.

Fabregas wants Barca deal soon

Fabregas wants Barca deal soon

Rediff.com26 May 2010

Cesc Fabregas wants his requested transfer to Barcelona to be agreed as soon as possible but is expecting the negotiations to be arduous, according to the Arsenal captain's father.

My regret is that Fabregas left us: Wenger

My regret is that Fabregas left us: Wenger

Rediff.com21 Aug 2014

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admitted on Thursday that it felt strange for him to see Cesc Fabregas playing in a blue Chelsea shirt, but insisted he had no regrets at not re-signing him.

Fabregas blames player attitude for Chelsea slump

Fabregas blames player attitude for Chelsea slump

Rediff.com16 Dec 2015

'If you are a big player, and paid like a big player, you must play like a big player and behave like a big player'

Fabregas keeps Chelsea in hunt for Champions League places

Fabregas keeps Chelsea in hunt for Champions League places

Rediff.com29 Apr 2018

Cesc Fabregas kept alive Chelsea's hopes of finishing in the top four with a quickfire goal in a 1-0 win at Swansea City which leaves the Welsh side facing a major fight to retain their Premier League status.

Fit Fabregas poses selection problems for Mourinho

Fit Fabregas poses selection problems for Mourinho

Rediff.com10 Feb 2015

"I think he plays on Wednesday because on Saturday it was a decision to protect him," manager Jose Mourinho told the club website (www.chelseafc.com).

Fabregas makes winning debut for Barca

Fabregas makes winning debut for Barca

Rediff.com18 Aug 2011

Cesc Fabregas made a winning debut as a substitute for Barcelona against Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup on Wednesday, just three days after completing his move from Arsenal.

Injured Fabregas out for 2-3 weeks

Injured Fabregas out for 2-3 weeks

Rediff.com24 Nov 2010

Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas could be out of action for upto three weeks after injuring his hamstring in Tuesday's Champions League defeat by Braga, manager Arsene Wenger has said.

After signing Torres, Chelsea eye Fabregas

After signing Torres, Chelsea eye Fabregas

Rediff.com9 Feb 2011

Chelsea is now reportedly planning to make a 50 million pound summer swoop for Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas.

Arsenal all set to sell Fabregas to Barcelona

Arsenal all set to sell Fabregas to Barcelona

Rediff.com23 May 2011

Arsenal is all set to sell skipper Cesc Fabregas to Barcelona for 50 million pounds.

Fabregas takes blame for Arsenal defeat

Fabregas takes blame for Arsenal defeat

Rediff.com9 Mar 2011

Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas has taken the blame for his side's 3-1 loss to Barcelona in the Champions League on Tuesday, describing the last 16 second leg defeat as one of the worst moments of his life.

Fabregas doubtful to face Villarreal

Fabregas doubtful to face Villarreal

Rediff.com15 Apr 2006

Cesc Fabregas and Sol Campbell are doubtful for Champions League semi-final first leg against Villarreal

Barca in talks with Fabregas, Villa

Barca in talks with Fabregas, Villa

Rediff.com18 May 2010

Barcelona are in negotiations to buy Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas and Valencia striker David Villa, acording to club vice president Rafael Yuste.

Fabregas' heart still at Barca despite Man U advances

Fabregas' heart still at Barca despite Man U advances

Rediff.com17 Jul 2013

Barcelona coach has claimed that Spanish midfielder Cesc Fabregas wants to stay at the club despite offers from other clubs coming his way.

Chelsea sweating over Fabregas and Luis injury for City showdown

Chelsea sweating over Fabregas and Luis injury for City showdown

Rediff.com28 Jan 2015

Chelsea could be without Cesc Fabregas and Filipe Luis for clash against Manchester City

Arsenal can beat Chelsea, says Fabregas

Arsenal can beat Chelsea, says Fabregas

Rediff.com25 Nov 2009

Gunners skipper Cesc Fabregas has no doubt that Arsenal can beat Chelsea and roar right back into the title race.

Barca's Vilanova dispels doubts over Fabregas form

Barca's Vilanova dispels doubts over Fabregas form

Rediff.com2 Sep 2012

Cesc Fabregas's second season back at Barcelona will be an improvement on his first, coach Tito Vilanova predicted on Saturday following the former Arsenal captain's indifferent start to the 2012-13 campaign.

Fabregas double extends Arsenal's unbeaten run

Fabregas double extends Arsenal's unbeaten run

Rediff.com26 Apr 2009

Two goals from Cesc Fabregas gave Arsenal a routine 2-0 victory over precariously placed Middlesbrough Sunday to extend their unbeaten sequence in the Premier League to 20. Captain Fabregas and his team mates were in a different class to Boro as they closed the gap on third-placed Chelsea to six points with four games remaining although they are 12 points behind leaders Manchester United.

Barcelona now offer 32m pounds for Fabregas

Barcelona now offer 32m pounds for Fabregas

Rediff.com30 Jun 2011

Arsenal skipper Cesc Fabregas's three-year wait to rejoin Barcelona is all set to end, as the Spanish club have increased their bid for Fabregas to 32 million pounds.

Spotted: Cesc Fabregas in Dubai

Spotted: Cesc Fabregas in Dubai

Rediff.com9 Jun 2009

Reader Kevin Fernandes sent us this photograph from Dubai.

Fabregas wants fresh start for Arsenal

Fabregas wants fresh start for Arsenal

Rediff.com26 Nov 2008

Cesc Fabregas hopes the beginning of his tenure as Arsenal's club captain can signify a fresh start and a turning point in their season.

Fabregas returns to Barcelona training following recovery

Fabregas returns to Barcelona training following recovery

Rediff.com19 Nov 2013

Cesc Fabregas has returned to training as the Barcelona midfielder continues his recovery from a knee injury, the La Liga leaders said on Monday.

Fabregas puts Arsenal back on top

Fabregas puts Arsenal back on top

Rediff.com29 Oct 2007

Arsenal regained first place in the Premier League with a 1-1 draw with Liverpool at Anfield.

Fabregas makes me a better player: Xavi

Fabregas makes me a better player: Xavi

Rediff.com23 Sep 2011

Playing alongside new Barcelona team mate Cesc Fabregas is helping Xavi improve his game, the 31-year-old Spanish international said on Thursday.

Fabregas plight at Arsenal 'like a kidnapping'

Fabregas plight at Arsenal 'like a kidnapping'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2011

The situation Cesc Fabregas finds himself in at Arsenal is akin to a 'kidnapping' and the English club should allow him to return to Barcelona, the mayor of his home town was quoted as saying on Friday.

Chelsea's Fabregas denies reports of rift with manager Mourinho

Chelsea's Fabregas denies reports of rift with manager Mourinho

Rediff.com3 Nov 2015

Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas has denied suggestions of a rift with manager Jose Mourinho, accusing "certain individuals from outside" of trying to destabilise the club and refuting reports that he is leading an alleged dressing-room revolt.

Barcelona in talks on buying Fabregas, Villa

Barcelona in talks on buying Fabregas, Villa

Rediff.com18 May 2010

Barcelona are in talks to strengthen their championship-winning squad with Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas and Valencia striker David Villa, according to club vice president Rafael Yuste. Talks with Valencia on Villa's transfer "are on the right track," Yuste said in an interview with Catalan radio station Ona FM quoted by Spanish news agency EFE.

Villla keen on having Fabregas at Barca

Villla keen on having Fabregas at Barca

Rediff.com23 Jul 2010

Barcelona striker David Villa has said that he will do everything he can to persuade Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas to join him at the Nou Camp.