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When Manchester United were almost Champions

When Manchester United were almost Champions

Rediff.com22 Nov 2012

Wayne Rooney, the Manchester United star, captures the drama of the 2011 season when his team lost the EPL title to Manchester City in the League's very last game.

Euro 2016: England suffer embarrassing exit vs superb Iceland

Euro 2016: England suffer embarrassing exit vs superb Iceland

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

Iceland pulled off one of the greatest shocks in European Championship history when they recovered to beat England 2-1 in their last 16 clash on Monday and will now face hosts France in the quarter-finals. England got off to a dream start when Raheem Sterling was brought down by goalkeeper Hannes Halldorsson and Wayne Rooney confidently thumped home the penalty in the fourth minute.

Cummins hoping to outwit Pujara in the summer series

Cummins hoping to outwit Pujara in the summer series

Rediff.com23 May 2020

Cummins hopes the conditions this time would be in Australia's favour, saying they would need to get the likes of Pujara out of his comfort zone to stop India.

Serena and Sharapova clash in US Open first round

Serena and Sharapova clash in US Open first round

Rediff.com23 Aug 2019

It will be the 22nd career match-up between the two long-time rivals, who somehow have avoided each other at the US Open throughout their long careers.

At 35, can Defoe rise in EPL scoring chart?

At 35, can Defoe rise in EPL scoring chart?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2018

Jermain Defoe's childhood obsession with scoring goals has put him within reach of a top-five spot in the Premier League's all-time list

Meet the Australian Open women's finalists

Meet the Australian Open women's finalists

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

A look at the records of Garbine Muguruza and Sofia Kenin ahead of their Australian Open final on Saturday.

Djokovic creates history, claims ninth Aus Open title

Djokovic creates history, claims ninth Aus Open title

Rediff.com21 Feb 2021

Defending champion and world number one Novak Djokovic won his third-straight Australian Open crown, his ninth in total.

EPL PHOTOS: Arsenal go top after draw at Stoke; United win at Liverpool

EPL PHOTOS: Arsenal go top after draw at Stoke; United win at Liverpool

Rediff.com18 Jan 2016

Arsenal ended Leicester City's brief stay at the top of the Premier League on Sunday despite being held to a 0-0 draw at Stoke City after Manchester United's Wayne Rooney struck late for a 1-0 win at Liverpool.

'Never met a more enthusiastic captain than Kohli'

'Never met a more enthusiastic captain than Kohli'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

'Dhoni knew how to get the best out of people.'

EPL PHOTOS: United crush Leicester, City & Arsenal win

EPL PHOTOS: United crush Leicester, City & Arsenal win

Rediff.com25 Sep 2016

Jose Mourinho's reshaped Manchester United destroyed Premier League champions Leicester City 4-1 with a performance that thrilled Old Trafford on Saturday and justified his decision to leave out Wayne Rooney. The shake-up seemed to liberate Paul Pogba who led the way with a polished display, heading his first goal for the club on 42 minutes and starting the clever move that led to Juan Mata firing home United's second after 37 minutes.

No racism in football, people deservedly get jobs, observes Mourinho

No racism in football, people deservedly get jobs, observes Mourinho

Rediff.com4 Oct 2014

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho believes there is no need for English football to introduce American Football's 'Rooney Rule', saying "there is no racism" in the game.

Defending Champion Rudisha retains 800m title

Defending Champion Rudisha retains 800m title

Rediff.com16 Aug 2016

Kenya's David Rudisha stormed to victory in the Olympic 800 metres final on Monday, retaining his title with a devastating final-lap sprint.

Do Ronaldo, Messi feature in your World XI?

Do Ronaldo, Messi feature in your World XI?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Antoine Griezmann appear among the 55 nominees for the FIFPro 2016 World 11 released on Friday but England forward Wayne Rooney failed to make the shortlist for the first time. Portugal captain Ronaldo, led his country to victory at Euro 2016, while France forward Griezmann was the top player at the tournament. It is the first time that 25-year-old Griezmann has made the cut, but England captain Rooney is absent for the first time in the competition's 12-year history, after England crashed out of Euro 2016 to lowly Iceland.

I have not justified my price tag: Memphis Depay

I have not justified my price tag: Memphis Depay

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

Manchester United winger Memphis Depay has said he has not lived up to expectations since his big-money transfer from Dutch side PSV Eindhoven, but is working hard to improve. Memphis joined United in June for a reported 25 million pounds ($35 million) after finishing the previous campaign as the Dutch league's top scorer with 22 goals, but has struggled to settle in England. The 22-year-old, described by manager Louis van Gaal as having the "potential to become a great footballer", has scored six goals in all competitions for United and two in the Premier League all season. "I haven't yet lived up to everything people expected of me," Memphis told British media.

Shami, Ashwin leave Australia in a mess as India eye victory

Shami, Ashwin leave Australia in a mess as India eye victory

Rediff.com9 Dec 2018

India's bowlers once again exposed the chinks in jittery Australian batting line-up leaving the hosts tottering at 104 for four in pursuit of a tough target of 323 on the fourth day of the first Test.

EPL: Man United edge Fulham 1-0, move clear

EPL: Man United edge Fulham 1-0, move clear

Rediff.com27 Mar 2012

Wayne Rooney's 21st Premier League goal of the season secured a 1-0 victory for Manchester United over Fulham on Monday to put them three points clear of Manchester City in the title race.

Everyone is allowed a bit of slump: Warner comes to Smith's defence

Everyone is allowed a bit of slump: Warner comes to Smith's defence

Rediff.com2 Jan 2021

Once in a while, everyone is allowed a bit of slump in form and Steve Smith is no exception, stated David Warner, who can relate to his former skipper's woes against India having endured a similarly wretched run during the 2019 Ashes in England.

Highly doubtful that I will be fully fit for third Test: Warner

Highly doubtful that I will be fully fit for third Test: Warner

Rediff.com2 Jan 2021

Australia's number one opener David Warner on Saturday said he is 'highly doubtful' about attaining full fitness ahead of the third Test against India though he will do everything possible to respond to a desperate selection panel and team management's call.

How Pujara single-handedly kept India afloat

How Pujara single-handedly kept India afloat

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

Cheteshwar Pujara rose to the occasion with a maiden century in Australia, pulling India out of a deep hole to a respectable 250 for nine on day one of the first Test in Adelaide on Thursday.

PHOTOS: EXCITING Moments from Day 2 of the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games

PHOTOS: EXCITING Moments from Day 2 of the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com6 Apr 2018

Here are some highlights -- in pictures -- from Day 2 of the events at Gold Coast...

'Cricket should only start when we get COVID-19 vaccine'

'Cricket should only start when we get COVID-19 vaccine'

Rediff.com6 May 2020

India's Test vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane said cricketers will need at least a month of training before resumption of competitive games, which should happen only after a vaccine for the dreaded coronavirus is discovered. Rahane also said that in a coronavirus-scarred world, the lifestyle of cricketers will undergo a change as far as pre and post-match routines are concerned.

Djokovic ties Federer's record; Sania returns to WTA circuit

Djokovic ties Federer's record; Sania returns to WTA circuit

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

Novak Djokovic equalled Roger Federer's all-time record for most weeks as ATP world number one

Friendlies: England record first win over Ireland since 1985

Friendlies: England record first win over Ireland since 1985

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

England created numerous chances but Calvert-Lewin's penalty was the only addition to the score as the hosts impressed ahead of Nations League clashes against Belgium and Iceland.

Southgate wants England manager job permanently

Southgate wants England manager job permanently

Rediff.com17 Nov 2016

England interim manager Gareth Southgate wants the job on a permanent basis, Football Association chief executive Martin Glenn said on Thursday.

PIX: Lyon snares Kohli but India in control in Adelaide

PIX: Lyon snares Kohli but India in control in Adelaide

Rediff.com8 Dec 2018

Cheteshwar Pujara and Virat Kohli thwarted Australia in a diligent partnership to push India to a position of strength and a 166-run lead at the close of day three of the first Test on Saturday.

PHOTOS: Head's half-century keeps Australia in the hunt

PHOTOS: Head's half-century keeps Australia in the hunt

Rediff.com7 Dec 2018

Travis Head scored an unbeaten half-century on his home debut to give Australia hope of reeling in India's first innings lead at the close of day two of the first Test on Friday.

Sorry, Yonex! Osaka sheepish after racket throw

Sorry, Yonex! Osaka sheepish after racket throw

Rediff.com22 Jan 2020

Osaka threw her racket, slammed a ball into the court and gave her racket a kick for good measure before steadying the ship

9 out of 10 chance India will tour Australia: CA chief

9 out of 10 chance India will tour Australia: CA chief

Rediff.com22 May 2020

'But I wouldn't, hand on heart suggest we'll have full crowds from the start. We'll just have to see how that goes'

Manchester clubs march on with more goals

Manchester clubs march on with more goals

Rediff.com11 Sep 2011

Images from the English Premier League matches being played on Saturday.

Lift off at last for Van Gaal as Manchester United thrash QPR

Lift off at last for Van Gaal as Manchester United thrash QPR

Rediff.com14 Sep 2014

The Louis van Gaal era finally got lift off as Manchester United demolished Queens Park Rangers 4-0 on Sunday for their first win since the Dutchman took charge at Old Trafford.

Bumrah shines as India crush Australia at MCG

Bumrah shines as India crush Australia at MCG

Rediff.com30 Dec 2018

India took giant strides towards winning their first ever series on Australian soil in seven decades by retaining the Border-Gavaskar Trophy with a comprehensive 137-run win in the third Test in Melbourne on Sunday.

IPL: Umpire Llong busts door after argument with Kohli

IPL: Umpire Llong busts door after argument with Kohli

Rediff.com7 May 2019

Llong reportedly lost his cool after being confronted by Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Kohli over a contentious no ball call against Sunrisers Hyderabad during an IPL match on Saturday in Bengaluru.

FIVE memorable Arsenal v Manchester United clashes

FIVE memorable Arsenal v Manchester United clashes

Rediff.com5 May 2017

Arsenal host Manchester United on Sunday in a clash crucial to both clubs as they try to finish the season in the top four of the Premier League. We look at five standout matches between the clubs.

Ruthless Manchester United sink Chelsea 3-1

Ruthless Manchester United sink Chelsea 3-1

Rediff.com18 Sep 2011

Manchester United's rampaging start to the season continued as they beat Chelsea 3-1 at Old Trafford on Sunday to move two points clear at the top of the Premier League.

FA CUP: Under pressure United clash with Derby; Chelsea play catch up

FA CUP: Under pressure United clash with Derby; Chelsea play catch up

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

All eyes will be on Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal when he takes his team to Derby County for an FA Cup fourth-round tie on Friday with the fans' boos from their home defeat by Southampton still ringing in his ears.

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

Rediff.com14 Sep 2017

Following is a match by match look at the English Premier League's weekend fixtures:

Football Focus: Aguero is a legend, deems Guardiola

Football Focus: Aguero is a legend, deems Guardiola

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

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

WAGs, pitch invaders add drama to final at MCG

WAGs, pitch invaders add drama to final at MCG

Rediff.com29 Mar 2015

Wives and partners of team members cheering on their men.

Oscars 2020: Scarlett Johansson on the Red Carpet

Oscars 2020: Scarlett Johansson on the Red Carpet

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

The 92nd Annual Academy Awards are currently underway at Hollywood and Highland in California, and the stars are dressed glamorously for Hollywood's biggest party.

BEST PHOTOS from the Australian Open

BEST PHOTOS from the Australian Open

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

Here are some of the best moments from the 2019 Australian Open.