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Villa on song as Spain beat Chile to take top spot

Villa on song as Spain beat Chile to take top spot

Rediff.com26 Jun 2010

An inspired David Villa scored one sublime goal and created another for Andres Iniesta as European champions Spain beat 10-man Chile 2-1 and advanced to the last 16 of the World Cup on Friday.

EPL PIX: Manchester City down Chelsea to go 13 points clear

EPL PIX: Manchester City down Chelsea to go 13 points clear

Rediff.com16 Jan 2022

Manchester City took a major step towards retaining their Premier League title with a 1-0 win over second-placed Chelsea on Saturday, opening up a 13-point lead at the top of the table for Pep Guardiola's side.

Sania and Shoaib DIVORCED?

Sania and Shoaib DIVORCED?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

Neither Sania nor Shoaib has made any announcement in this regard.

'We made history': City players hail treble success

'We made history': City players hail treble success

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

Players were in tears after Rodri's emphatic second-half goal against Inter Milan in the final secured a 1-0 victory

PIX: Pulisic strike fires US to victory against Iran

PIX: Pulisic strike fires US to victory against Iran

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

The United States stormed into the World Cup last 16 on Tuesday by beating Iran 1-0 at a cacophonous Al Thumama Stadium after Christian Pulisic bundled the ball home in a Group B showdown shrouded by decades of enmity between the two nations.

EPL PIX: City crush Leeds to go back top; Norwich relegated

EPL PIX: City crush Leeds to go back top; Norwich relegated

Rediff.com1 May 2022

IMAGES from EPL matches played on Sunday.

Mane says he is happy at Liverpool amid transfer talk

Mane says he is happy at Liverpool amid transfer talk

Rediff.com11 May 2022

The 30-year-old, whose contract expires at the end of next season, says he is happy at the club amid transfer talks

EPL PIX: Kane brace propels Spurs; Forest out of drop zone

EPL PIX: Kane brace propels Spurs; Forest out of drop zone

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

IMAGES from the English Premier League matches played on Wednesday

EPL: Brighton snap champions Man City's winning run

EPL: Brighton snap champions Man City's winning run

Rediff.com25 May 2023

Champions Manchester City's 12-match winning streak in the Premier League came to an end as Julio Enciso's stunner earned sixth-placed Brighton and Hove Albion a 1-1 draw.

France's Kamara ruled out of World Cup with injury

France's Kamara ruled out of World Cup with injury

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

Boubacar's absence is the latest blow to defending champions France, who have also been without key midfielders N'Golo Kante and Paul Pogba in the build-up to the showpiece event that kicks off on November 20.

League Cup PHOTOS: Stylish City down Sunderland, Villa win

League Cup PHOTOS: Stylish City down Sunderland, Villa win

Rediff.com23 Sep 2015

Manchester City produced a blistering first-half performance to win 4-1 at Sunderland in the League Cup third round on Tuesday, inflicting more misery on Dick Advocaat's struggling side.

Record audience watched Japan stun Germany

Record audience watched Japan stun Germany

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

Japan World Cup match a big draw for viewers in Japan, less so in Germany

EPL in Pix: Late goals give Man City victory at Villa; Liverpool edge past West Brom

EPL in Pix: Late goals give Man City victory at Villa; Liverpool edge past West Brom

Rediff.com5 Oct 2014

Adam Lallana and Jordan Henderson scored as Liverpool registered their first Premier League win since August with a 2-1 victory over West Bromwich Albion at Anfield on Saturday.

What's Unusual About This Pic?

What's Unusual About This Pic?

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

It's the first yellow card issued by a lady referee in the men's World Cup -- Stephanie Frappart is the umpire; Costa Rica's Oscar Duarte is the player -- and it all happened in the 76th minute of the match against Germany.

The SEXIEST trend of 2021

The SEXIEST trend of 2021

Rediff.com3 Mar 2021

Midriff baring fashion is back in vogue.

PIX: Manchester City rally twice to hold Liverpool in thriller

PIX: Manchester City rally twice to hold Liverpool in thriller

Rediff.com4 Oct 2021

Manchester City came from behind twice to earn a 2-2 draw with Liverpool in a breathless and pulsating Premier League encounter, at Anfield, on Sunday. All four goals came in the second half.

EPL: Silva's injury adds to Chelsea's woes

EPL: Silva's injury adds to Chelsea's woes

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

West Ham suffer Fabianski injury blow

Arsenal kick-off new EPL season against Palace

Arsenal kick-off new EPL season against Palace

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

Match-by-match facts and statistics ahead of the first round of Premier League fixtures from August 5-7 (all times IST).

Does No One Want To Visit The Taj Anymore?

Does No One Want To Visit The Taj Anymore?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

'Rather than visiting famous monuments, travellers now prefer "experiential activities" such as biking, trekking/hiking, camping, river rafting, yachting, parasailing and zip lining; safaris and jungle adventures; and wellness holidays to rejuvenate themselves.'

Mbappe doesn't waste energy on futile taunts

Mbappe doesn't waste energy on futile taunts

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

"What's important for me is to give the best of myself for my club, and we're looking forward for Leo (Messi) to return to continue scoring and winning matches."

EPL PIX: Focused Chelsea battle to 3-1 win

EPL PIX: Focused Chelsea battle to 3-1 win

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

Images from the Premier League matches played on Thursday.

Chelsea sack Potter after string of poor results

Chelsea sack Potter after string of poor results

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

The Englishman lasted 31 games, winning only 12, before the owners pulled the trigger.

Blood stains on floor of Warne's room: Thai Police

Blood stains on floor of Warne's room: Thai Police

Rediff.com6 Mar 2022

According to the Koh Samui's Bo Phut police station superintendent Yuttana Sirisomba, Warne had "seen a doctor about his heart" recently, following which they have ruled out treating it as suspicious death.

PIX: The most incredible miss in football history?

PIX: The most incredible miss in football history?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2021

Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Romain Saiss somehow scooped the ball over the crossbar from almost on the goalline during their English Premier League match against Aston Villa on Saturday.

No selfie with tourists sans permission, says Goa govt

No selfie with tourists sans permission, says Goa govt

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

This instruction forms part of an advisory issued by the Goa tourism department for tourists and the set of directives is aimed to protect the privacy of travellers

PIX: Brentford thrash Manchester Utd; Champs City cruise

PIX: Brentford thrash Manchester Utd; Champs City cruise

Rediff.com14 Aug 2022

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

Bundesliga's Japan Stars Stun Germany

Bundesliga's Japan Stars Stun Germany

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

Doan equalised in the 75th minute before Asano showed lovely control and smashed the winner in from a tight angle -- causing an explosion of joy among the Japan bench and head shaking among German fans used to watching both players ply their trade in the Bundesliga.

Qatar issues clothing protocol for fans at WC

Qatar issues clothing protocol for fans at WC

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

Spectators have been urged to respect Qatar's legal and cultural norms, including its restrictions on drinking, drugs, sexual activity, and attire.

FIFA World Cup: Firmino left out of Brazil squad, Alves in

FIFA World Cup: Firmino left out of Brazil squad, Alves in

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

The squad and Tite will gather on Nov. 14 at Juventus' training facilities in Turin, where Brazil will hold a five-day training camp before flying to Doha on Nov. 19.

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

Preview and timings of the Premier League matches this weekend

PIX: Champions Manchester City paint town blue

PIX: Champions Manchester City paint town blue

Rediff.com24 May 2022

Manchester City celebrated their fourth Premier League title in five years in spectacular style on Monday as fans thronged the streets of the city to party with their heroes for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Argentine Fernandez is Premier League's most expensive player

Argentine Fernandez is Premier League's most expensive player

Rediff.com1 Feb 2023

English Premier League side Chelsea completed the signing of Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez from Benfica for a British record 106.8 million pounds ($131.46 million).

PIX: Haaland 'tricks' again; Arsenal maintain 100% start

PIX: Haaland 'tricks' again; Arsenal maintain 100% start

Rediff.com1 Sep 2022

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

EPL PIX: Man City fight back to draw, keep title race alive

EPL PIX: Man City fight back to draw, keep title race alive

Rediff.com15 May 2022

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Sunday night

Manchester City to begin Premier League title defence at West Ham

Manchester City to begin Premier League title defence at West Ham

Rediff.com16 Jun 2022

The schedule for the league's 2022-23 season was released with Liverpool starting away to promoted team Fulham. City plays its first game a day later.

History at FIFA WC! Frappart leads trio of female officials

History at FIFA WC! Frappart leads trio of female officials

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

Frappart's achievement was met with recognition, with Costa Rica manager Luis Fernando Suarez describing it as a step forward for women in a "sexist sport".

EPL: Gakpo off the mark as Liverpool down Everton

EPL: Gakpo off the mark as Liverpool down Everton

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

Cody Gakpo scored his first goal for the club as they halted a dismal run

Maradona auction offers fans 'souvenirs' of late star

Maradona auction offers fans 'souvenirs' of late star

Rediff.com18 Dec 2021

Diego Maradona's fans will have a chance to snap up memorabilia from the soccer star in an auction on Sunday, just over a year after his death, which will include his iconic cigars, a pair of BMW cars and a luxury villa that Maradona bought his parents.

WC PIX: Qatar on verge of elimination after loss to Senegal

WC PIX: Qatar on verge of elimination after loss to Senegal

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Images from the FIFA World Cup Group A match between Qatar and Senegal on Friday.

Messi shortlisted for FIFA Best Men's Player award

Messi shortlisted for FIFA Best Men's Player award

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

Real Madrid's Karim Benzema, who won the 2022 Ballon d'Or award, is also in the shortlist.