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What's British PM Doing With Mumbai Footballers?

What's British PM Doing With Mumbai Footballers?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, who is on a two-day visit to Mumbai, was joined by English football great Michael Owen.

Sanju Samson named EPL's brand ambassador in India

Sanju Samson named EPL's brand ambassador in India

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

The English Premier League (EPL) has announced cricketer Sanju Samson as its new official ambassador in India.

'Adipoli duo': Samson, Owen delight fans in Mumbai

'Adipoli duo': Samson, Owen delight fans in Mumbai

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

Football met cricket in Mumbai as Sanju Samson shared his love for Liverpool while rubbing shoulders with Michael Owen at the Premier League fan event in Mumbai on Saturday.

Premier League on mission to expand India footprint

Premier League on mission to expand India footprint

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Premier League takes its responsibility very seriously and do a great job: Michael Owen

Michael Owen factfile

Michael Owen factfile

Rediff.com13 Aug 2004

The Liverpool and England striker is joining Real Madrid.

FC Barcelona legend Xavi to play in India

FC Barcelona legend Xavi to play in India

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Among the others who have also been confirmed for the contest to be played in Navi Mumbai at the DY Patil Stadium are Javier Saviola, Phillip Cocu and Christian Karembeau.

Japan's JEF Chiba target Michael Owen

Japan's JEF Chiba target Michael Owen

Rediff.com13 May 2008

After unveiling former Liverpool coach Alex Miller as their new manager, Japan's JEF United Chiba are targetting Michael Owen.

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.

Michael Owen in England B squad

Michael Owen in England B squad

Rediff.com11 May 2007

Michael Owen was named in the England B squad to play Albania at Burnley on May 25.

Michael Owen presented in Man U colours

Michael Owen presented in Man U colours

Rediff.com14 Jul 2009

The official presentation of Michael Owen in the Manchester United shirt took place on Monday.

Michael Owen to retire at end of season

Michael Owen to retire at end of season

Rediff.com19 Mar 2013

Former England striker Michael Owen announced on Tuesday that he would retire from professional soccer at the end of the season. 'I now feel it is the right time to bring the curtain down on my career,' the 33-year-old said on his personal website (www.michaelowen.com).

Roger Federer, Michael Owen congratulate Sachin Tendulkar for 'incredible career'

Roger Federer, Michael Owen congratulate Sachin Tendulkar for 'incredible career'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2013

Sachin Tendulkar's aura is being felt way beyond the cricket field with former England footballer Michael Owen congratulating the just-retired Indian icon for his "incredible career".

Michael Owen: Danger man who could get that winning goal

Michael Owen: Danger man who could get that winning goal

Rediff.com20 Mar 2013

A career that was launched into orbit by a stunning goal against Argentina in the 1998 World Cup will end meekly 15 years later after Michael Owen announced on Tuesday he will hang up his boots at the end of the season.

Teenager Bellingham proves his class!

Teenager Bellingham proves his class!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Jude Bellingham has become one of the most sought-after signatures in football

Owen blames injuries for 'robbing him of lethal pace, records'

Owen blames injuries for 'robbing him of lethal pace, records'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2013

Michael Owen enjoyed a stellar career as a prolific striker for England and Liverpool but said he would reflect in retirement on 'what might have been' had he not been robbed of his incredible speed due to injury.

Newcastle still in hunt for Owen

Newcastle still in hunt for Owen

Rediff.com12 Aug 2005

Owen passes Real Madrid medical

Owen passes Real Madrid medical

Rediff.com14 Aug 2004

Real Madrid club doctors gave the all-clear to sign the 24-year-old player after a two and 3/4-hour medical.

Belgium's 'golden generation' set for success!

Belgium's 'golden generation' set for success!

Rediff.com8 Jun 2018

Belgium have a real chance at lifting trophies, captain Eden Hazard has said.

Bayern prove too much for Barcelona

Bayern prove too much for Barcelona

Rediff.com24 Apr 2013

Rediff.com brings the best of the Twitter reaction on the 4-0 thrashing of Barcelona by Bayern Munich.

Lack of home-grown footballers in England worries Owen

Lack of home-grown footballers in England worries Owen

Rediff.com17 Jul 2013

England's lack of up-and-coming footballers is a serious concern for the national team, former striker Michael Owen said, blaming changes in social behaviour.

Owen blames Liverpool mismanagement for injuries

Owen blames Liverpool mismanagement for injuries

Rediff.com8 Dec 2012

Former England striker Michael Owen has blamed mismanagement in his early days at Liverpool for the injuries that have blighted his career.

Owen leaves United after injury-hit spell

Owen leaves United after injury-hit spell

Rediff.com17 May 2012

Former England forward Michael Owen has left Manchester United after a frustrating three years at the club where he barely featured and his injury curse continued to strike.

Man United extend Owen's deal for a year

Man United extend Owen's deal for a year

Rediff.com1 Jun 2011

Manchester United striker Michael Owen has agreed a one-year contract extension, the Premier League champions said on Wednesday.

Manchester's forgotten men make their mark

Manchester's forgotten men make their mark

Rediff.com23 Sep 2011

Manchester United's Michael Owen and Manchester City's Owen Hargreaves have made strong cases for inclusion in Saturday's Premier League matches after reminding English football of their ability this week.

League Cup: Man United hit back after City drubbing

League Cup: Man United hit back after City drubbing

Rediff.com26 Oct 2011

Manchester United beat League Two Aldershot Town 3-0 in the League Cup fourth round on Tuesday to begin the road to recovery after their humiliating 6-1 defeat by Manchester City on Sunday.

Owen rallies Man Utd past Barcelona

Owen rallies Man Utd past Barcelona

Rediff.com31 Jul 2011

Michael Owen scored a brilliant 76th minute goal to give Manchester United a 2-1 victory over FC Barcelona on Saturday night.

FA Cup: Man United rally to beat Southampton

FA Cup: Man United rally to beat Southampton

Rediff.com30 Jan 2011

Michael Owen and Javier Hernandez scored second-half goals as Manchester United fought back to beat League One (third division) Southampton 2-1 in their FA Cup fourth-round tie at St Mary's on Saturday.

No complaint against umpire Davis: ICC

No complaint against umpire Davis: ICC

Rediff.com31 Dec 2010

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday made it clear that it has not received any complaint from Cricket South Africa against umpire Steve Davis, reportedly spotted drunk by South African players on the eve of the second Test against India in Durban.

League Cup: Owen brace cheers United, Spurs ousted

League Cup: Owen brace cheers United, Spurs ousted

Rediff.com21 Sep 2011

Michael Owen struck twice in his first game of the season as Manchester United thrashed bitter rivals Leeds United 3-0 in a League Cup third-round tie at Elland Road on Tuesday.

Nani, Owen salvage point for Man United at Bolton

Nani, Owen salvage point for Man United at Bolton

Rediff.com26 Sep 2010

A sensational solo goal by Nani and a Michael Owen header earned Manchester United a point as they twice came from behind to draw 2-2 at Bolton Wanderers in a lively lunchtime kickoff in the Premier League on Sunday.

South Africa withdraw Tahir over eligibility fears

South Africa withdraw Tahir over eligibility fears

Rediff.com10 Jan 2010

South Africa have withdrawn Pakistan-born leg-spinner Imran Tahir from their squad for Thursday's fourth and final Test against England because of fears over his eligibility. Cricket South Africa media officer Michael Owen-Smith told Reuters on Saturday the 30-year-old had been pulled out to avoid any problems.

South Africa raise concerns over condition of ball

South Africa raise concerns over condition of ball

Rediff.com6 Jan 2010

South Africa raised concerns about the condition of the ball during the third day of the third Test against England on Tuesday. Television pictures showed England bowler Stuart Broad stopping the ball with his foot and the issue was brought to the attention of match referee Roshan Mahanama.

Former France coach Gerard Houllier dies at 73

Former France coach Gerard Houllier dies at 73

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

RMC sport and sports daily L'Equipe said he had died aged 73 after having a heart operation in Paris.

Owen helps Man United into League Cup quarters

Owen helps Man United into League Cup quarters

Rediff.com28 Oct 2009

Holders Manchester United, featuring an on-target Michael Owen among their second string, reached the League Cup quarter-finals with a 2-0 victory at Championship (second division) side Barnsley on Tuesday.

Owen completes surprise Man U move

Owen completes surprise Man U move

Rediff.com4 Jul 2009

Former European Footballer of the Year Michael Owen has completed a surprise free transfer move to Manchester United, the Premier League champions said on Friday.

Owen could be on brink of Man Utd move

Owen could be on brink of Man Utd move

Rediff.com3 Jul 2009

Former European Footballer of the Year Michael Owen may be on the verge of joining Manchester United from relegated Newcastle United, according to several media reports Friday. The England international could move to the Premier League champions if he passes a stringent medical examination, said the reports.

Owen deserves place in World Cup squad: Ferguson

Owen deserves place in World Cup squad: Ferguson

Rediff.com9 Dec 2009

Manchester United boss Alex Ferguson strongly believes that Michael Owen deserves a place in England coach Fabio Capello's World Cup squad.

Champions League Images: Real, Bayern advance

Champions League Images: Real, Bayern advance

Rediff.com9 Dec 2009

Images from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Tuesday.