News for '-former-real-madrid'

PSG renew terms with Mbappe while Di Maria departs

PSG renew terms with Mbappe while Di Maria departs

Rediff.com21 May 2022

The France forward, whose current contract expires on June 30, had been widely tipped to join Real Madrid.

Ronaldo on target as United draw with Chelsea

Ronaldo on target as United draw with Chelsea

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

Ronaldo's 62nd minute strike was his 17th league goal this season

Juventus's Dybala, Maldini test positive for coronavirus

Juventus's Dybala, Maldini test positive for coronavirus

Rediff.com22 Mar 2020

Juventus and Argentina soccer forward Paulo Dybala has tested positive for coronavirus but has no symptoms, the Italian Serie A club said on Saturday, making him one of the most high-profile players to be infected so far.

Ronaldo reminds Atletico of Champions League haul

Ronaldo reminds Atletico of Champions League haul

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

Cristiano Ronaldo was singled out by Atletico Madrid fans on Wednesday as Juventus lost 2-0 in the Champions League last 16 but the former Real Madrid forward was quick to point out his stellar record in the competition.

'Messi will stay at Barcelona for next four-five years'

'Messi will stay at Barcelona for next four-five years'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

Messi was at his devastating his best during the Celta Vigo clash as he netted a hat-trick, helping Barcelona secure a 4-1 win on Sunday.

'Ronaldo doesn't have the brilliance of Messi'

'Ronaldo doesn't have the brilliance of Messi'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2016

Former Real Madrid and England manager gives a clear explanation to the Messi vs Ronaldo debate

Molina named Spain's new sporting director

Molina named Spain's new sporting director

Rediff.com9 Jul 2018

The new head coach of Spain's national team needed to be a person of strong character, President of Spain's Football Federation Luis Rubiales said during a press conference.

Here's what Hazard has to do to win Ballon d'Or...

Here's what Hazard has to do to win Ballon d'Or...

Rediff.com11 Oct 2018

Chelsea's Eden Hazard believes he may need to join a Spanish club in order to be crowned the world's best player, but he ruled out a move in the January transfer window.

EPL PIX: Arsenal rally to beat West Ham; Spurs held

EPL PIX: Arsenal rally to beat West Ham; Spurs held

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

A round-up of the action in the English Premier League on Monday.

PIX: 10-man Manchester City go top after last-gasp win

PIX: 10-man Manchester City go top after last-gasp win

Rediff.com6 Nov 2022

A round-up of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

Sports Shorts: Real Madrid great Di Stefano, 88, dies

Sports Shorts: Real Madrid great Di Stefano, 88, dies

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

Former Real Madrid soccer star Alfredo Di Stefano, 88, has died in a Madrid hospital two days after suffering a heart attack, Spanish newspapers reported on Monday.

Mourinho urges out of favour Mata to prove him wrong

Mourinho urges out of favour Mata to prove him wrong

Rediff.com22 Sep 2013

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has challenged Juan Mata to prove him wrong on the pitch for overlooking the Spaniard's claims and preferring Brazilian Oscar as his number one playmaker.

Is your favourite footballer on FIFA player of the year list?

Is your favourite footballer on FIFA player of the year list?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2018

Cristiano Ronaldo, Luka Modric and Mohamed Salah have been nominated as finalists for The Best FIFA Men's Player Award, world soccer's governing body announced on Monday.

Manchester United's Di Maria set to join PSG?

Manchester United's Di Maria set to join PSG?

Rediff.com24 Jul 2015

Angel Di Maria is reportedly set to join Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) from Manchester United.

Goodbye St Iker - Spain legend Casillas calls time on career

Goodbye St Iker - Spain legend Casillas calls time on career

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

Casillas had suffered a heart attack during a training session last year and has not played any competitive football since April, 2019.

Beckham hopes to emulate Giggs and Scholes in PSG role

Beckham hopes to emulate Giggs and Scholes in PSG role

Rediff.com8 Feb 2013

David Beckham does not expect to be a regular starter at Paris St Germain but he hopes to adopt the same role as Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes perform at his old club Manchester United, the former England captain said on Thursday.

Ronaldo accepts fine for tax evasion, avoids jail

Ronaldo accepts fine for tax evasion, avoids jail

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

Cristiano Ronaldo will avoid serving a 23-month prison sentence after agreeing a deal.

PIX: Arsenal outclass Bournemouth; Kane sets record

PIX: Arsenal outclass Bournemouth; Kane sets record

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

A summary of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

Why former Man City striker was held at knifepoint by brothers...

Why former Man City striker was held at knifepoint by brothers...

Rediff.com21 May 2015

Former Arsenal and Manchester City striker Emmanuel Adebayor has shared a dark secret about his past revealing that he was held at knifepoint by his brothers because they wanted money.

Former Real striker Raul joins Qatar's Al Sadd

Former Real striker Raul joins Qatar's Al Sadd

Rediff.com13 May 2012

Former Real Madrid striker Raul has joined Al Sadd of Qatar after leaving Schalke 04 at the end of his contract with the Bundesliga club.

Robinho extends AC Milan contract to 2016

Robinho extends AC Milan contract to 2016

Rediff.com19 Jul 2013

Brazil striker Robinho has extended his contract with AC Milan to the end of the 2015/16 season, the Serie A club said on Thursday.

Raul to leave Schalke 04 at end of season

Raul to leave Schalke 04 at end of season

Rediff.com20 Apr 2012

Schalke 04 forward Raul is to leave at the end of the season when his contract expires, the Bundesliga club said on Thursday.

'Zidane TV ad edges Qatar ahead in 2022 race'

'Zidane TV ad edges Qatar ahead in 2022 race'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2010

The impact of a television advert featuring bid ambassador Zinedine Zidane has edged Qatar narrowly ahead in the race to host the 2022 World Cup finals, London bookmakers William Hill said on Tuesday.

Mourinho makes big revelation, claims Manchester United job 'done deal'

Mourinho makes big revelation, claims Manchester United job 'done deal'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2016

Van Gaal said on Sunday he thought reports of negotiations between United and Mourinho were an invention of the media

Hierro cuts ties with Spanish federation after World Cup ouster

Hierro cuts ties with Spanish federation after World Cup ouster

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

"After many kilometres travelled together, the Spanish Football Federation and Fernando Hierro have called an end to their relationship now that Spain have finished their participation in the World Cup," said a statement on the Spain team's website (www.sefutbol.com).

Schalke sign Dutch striker Huntelaar from Milan

Schalke sign Dutch striker Huntelaar from Milan

Rediff.com31 Aug 2010

Schalke 04 have signed Dutch striker Klaas-Jan Huntelaar from Italian side AC Milan, coach Felix Magath said on Tuesday.

It was an honour to work for Real Madrid, says sacked Benitez

It was an honour to work for Real Madrid, says sacked Benitez

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

Sacked Real Madrid coach Rafa Benitez says it was "an honour and privilege" to lead the club he has always supported and has sent a "good luck" message to his successor, former France great Zinedine Zidane.

La Liga: Deportivo stun Barca

La Liga: Deportivo stun Barca

Rediff.com12 Mar 2017

Barcelona were in danger of being toppled from the top of La Liga standings on Sunday after they suffered a shock 2-1 defeat at Deportivo La Coruna.

Inter's Sneijder is a doubt for Barca clash

Inter's Sneijder is a doubt for Barca clash

Rediff.com25 Apr 2010

Inter Milan's influential playmaker Wesley Sneijder is a doubt for Wednesday's Champions League semi-final second leg in Barcelona due to a thigh problem.

Spaniard Ramos sacked as CSKA Moscow coach

Spaniard Ramos sacked as CSKA Moscow coach

Rediff.com27 Oct 2009

Spaniard Juande Ramos was sacked as CSKA Moscow coach on Monday following Sunday's 3-1 defeat by Russian Premier League rivals FK Moscow, the club said.

CSKA give new boss Juande Ramos winning start

CSKA give new boss Juande Ramos winning start

Rediff.com13 Sep 2009

Spaniard Juande Ramos made a triumphant debut as coach of CSKA Moscow on Saturday when his new team scored three second-half goals to crush Krylya Sovietov Samara 3-0 in a Russian Premier League match.

Zidane glad he was punished for head-butt

Zidane glad he was punished for head-butt

Rediff.com22 Dec 2009

Former French midfielder Zinedine Zidane is glad he was sent-off for his head-butt in the 2006 World Cup final because he has not had to live with regret over escaping punishment.

Roberto Carlos to reunite with Ronaldo

Roberto Carlos to reunite with Ronaldo

Rediff.com2 Dec 2009

Former Real Madrid and Brazil team mates Ronaldo and Roberto Carlos will play together again for Corinthians next year after the defender said on Tuesday he had signed for the Sao Paulo-based club.

Salgado joins Blackburn after leaving Real Madrid

Salgado joins Blackburn after leaving Real Madrid

Rediff.com20 Aug 2009

Blackburn Rovers have signed former Real Madrid defender Michel Salgado for two years on a free transfer, the Premier League club said on Wednesday.

Iconic Raul to retire in November

Iconic Raul to retire in November

Rediff.com16 Oct 2015

Former Real Madrid forward Raul, the Spanish giants' joint-record scorer, will hang up his boots in November after a stellar 21-year career as one of the game's finest talents.

Del Bosque is new Spain coach

Del Bosque is new Spain coach

Rediff.com16 Jul 2008

Former Real Madrid coach Vicente del Bosque will take charge of Spain until the 2010 World Cup, the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) said on Tuesday. The 57-year-old Del Bosque replaces Luis Aragones, who quit to join Fenerbahce after leading the national side to victory at Euro 2008 in June.

Pellegrini would like Guardiola to succeed him at Man City

Pellegrini would like Guardiola to succeed him at Man City

Rediff.com20 Dec 2015

Manuel Pellegrini has admitted that he wants to see Pep Guardiola take charge of Manchester City one day, saying that the most coveted coach in football can turn out to be important for the club.

Did Neymar deserve the kick?

Did Neymar deserve the kick?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

Barcelona have filed a formal complaint against two former Real Madrid players turned pundits after they suggested Barca forward Neymar deserved the kick he received from Real midfielder Isco in this month's La Liga 'El Clasico'.

Almeria end Real's winning streak

Almeria end Real's winning streak

Rediff.com3 Feb 2008

Real Madrid's eight-match winning run in the Primera Liga came to an end when they lost 2-0 to Almeria.

Milan's Ronaldo back in squad

Milan's Ronaldo back in squad

Rediff.com6 Nov 2007

The Brazilian's return to fitness is a much-needed boost for AC Milan, who have endured a woeful start to their Champions League campaign.