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SHOCKING! Italy coach Conte among 130 named in match-fixing

SHOCKING! Italy coach Conte among 130 named in match-fixing

Rediff.com10 Feb 2015

Italy coach Antonio Conte is among 130 people who face formal investigation.

League Cup will help assess young players at Chelsea, says Conte

League Cup will help assess young players at Chelsea, says Conte

Rediff.com25 Oct 2016

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte has said that the League Cup will provide an opportunity for him to assess the development of the youngsters in his squad.

Terry will remain Chelsea's captain, says new manager Conte

Terry will remain Chelsea's captain, says new manager Conte

Rediff.com14 Jul 2016

Long-serving defender John Terry will remain Chelsea's captain in the coming season, new manager Antonio Conte said on Thursday at his first news conference since joining the Premier League club. Terry, 35, signed a new one-year contract at Stamford Bridge in May to end speculation that he was going to leave the London club after more than 700 appearances. He remains a firm favourite with the club's fans. "John Terry is captain of this team. He is a great player with a great personality and charisma. He knows the club. We take all decisions together with the club and I am very happy John signed," Conte said.

Euro 2016: Italy coach Conte still hammering away at his players

Euro 2016: Italy coach Conte still hammering away at his players

Rediff.com19 Jun 2016

Italy's famously demanding coach Antonio Conte is not letting up at his players even after they made sure of a place in the round of 16, and top spot in their group at Euro 2016, with one match to spare. Midfielder Marco Parolo told reporters on Sunday that Conte, whose halftime tirades are part of Italian football folklore, was still hammering away at his squad and keeping them on their toes. Italy, who are considered dark horses rather than one of the favourites to win the tournament, face Ireland in Group E in Lille on Wednesday, having already beaten Belgium and Sweden without conceding a goal.

FA Cup after effects: Conte committed; Mourinho defensive

FA Cup after effects: Conte committed; Mourinho defensive

Rediff.com20 May 2018

Chelsea coach Antonio Conte declared himself 'a serial winner' after leading his side to a 1-0 victory over Manchester United in the FA Cup final on Saturday and said it was up to the club to decide whether to fire him.

Why Chelsea's Conte hates not being in Champions League

Why Chelsea's Conte hates not being in Champions League

Rediff.com6 Mar 2017

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte hates not being in the Champions League and has made it his mission to ensure the Premier League leaders consistently qualify for Europe's elite competition.

Chelsea's Tuchel banned for Leicester game after Conte fracas

Chelsea's Tuchel banned for Leicester game after Conte fracas

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

Both managers were fined by the FA but only Tuchel will serve a ban as he was found "largely culpable" for the fracas following the managers' post-match handshake.

CL Preview: Juve's Conte cannot afford another selection mishap

CL Preview: Juve's Conte cannot afford another selection mishap

Rediff.com9 Apr 2013

Antonio Conte made an uncharacteristic hash of his team selection against Bayern Munich last week and the Juventus coach cannot afford to get it wrong again as his side chase a two-goal deficit on Wednesday.

Conte amazed to leave Celtic 'hell' with handsome win

Conte amazed to leave Celtic 'hell' with handsome win

Rediff.com13 Feb 2013

Juventus coach Antonio Conte has suffered much in recent months but coming away from the 'hell' of a noisy and fervent Celtic Park with a 3-0 win in their Champions League last 16 first leg felt like an enormous relief.

Conte keeps feet on ground as Chelsea edge closer to double

Conte keeps feet on ground as Chelsea edge closer to double

Rediff.com19 Feb 2017

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte paid tribute to the performances of his back-up players as his in-form team moved a step closer to a league and cup double.

Former Napoli manager Sarri replaces Conte at Chelsea

Former Napoli manager Sarri replaces Conte at Chelsea

Rediff.com14 Jul 2018

Chelsea named former Napoli boss Maurizio Sarri as the new head coach on a three-year term on Saturday, a day after parting ways with another Italian manager Antonio Conte.

EPL title in the bag, Conte sets sights on FA Cup

EPL title in the bag, Conte sets sights on FA Cup

Rediff.com13 May 2017

Antonio Conte spent the immediate aftermath of Chelsea's title-winning 1-0 victory at West Bromwich Albion on Friday being bounced skywards by his players but once back on terra firma his mind was already focusing on the next target -- the double.

Conte picks Carroll as West Ham's danger man

Conte picks Carroll as West Ham's danger man

Rediff.com3 Mar 2017

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte reiterated his commitment to the Premier League leaders on Friday, following media reports that he was finding hard to adjust to life in England without his family.

Conte says Chelsea loss to Barca was 'unfair'

Conte says Chelsea loss to Barca was 'unfair'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2018

Chelsea, however, were unlucky after they were again denied by the woodwork.

How Conte steered Chelsea to EPL title

How Conte steered Chelsea to EPL title

Rediff.com13 May 2017

Antonio Conte's title ranks as one of the finest of the Abramovich era because this title was so unexpected. Out of the blue, in fact.

Spurs sack Stellini; Mason to take charge

Spurs sack Stellini; Mason to take charge

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

In Conte's absence, Stellini guided Spurs to wins over Manchester City, West Ham United and Chelsea.

Mournful Conte bids farewell to Italy, looks forward to Chelsea adventure

Mournful Conte bids farewell to Italy, looks forward to Chelsea adventure

Rediff.com3 Jul 2016

Antonio Conte bowed out as Italy coach on Saturday after a Euro 2016 shootout defeat by Germany sounding almost broken-hearted that he was leaving behind a "fantastic" group of players.

Euro 2016: Coach Conte wants Italian fans to show their pride

Euro 2016: Coach Conte wants Italian fans to show their pride

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

Italy coach Antonio Conte said he wants more of the team's supporters at Euro 2016 to show their pride by wearing blue shirts after they secured their place in the knockout stages with a 1-0 win over Sweden on Friday. As the Azzurri secured their second straight win with Eder's late goal, Conte was impressed by the vast number of Swedish supporters inside the stadium in Toulouse wearing their side's bright yellow shirts. Italy, in contrast, looked under-represented in the stadium.

Conte unsure of Costa's future at Chelsea

Conte unsure of Costa's future at Chelsea

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte is uncertain about the future of Diego Costa, as Spanish media reports have linked the striker with a possible return to Atletico Madrid. The 27-year-old, who joined the London club from Atletico in 2014, did not feature in Chelsea's 3-2 defeat by Real Madrid in a pre-season friendly on Saturday due to a back injury. The Spain international scored 12 times last season as the club finished 10th in the Premier League, with British media reports also linking Everton striker Romelu Lukaku with a potential move back to Stamford Bridge.

McTominay scores in just 25 seconds in Napoli win!

McTominay scores in just 25 seconds in Napoli win!

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

Napoli forward Lukaku, who has battled to regain match fitness after joining the club in late August, delivered an impressive performance with one goal and two assists.

Football Roundup: Why upcoming season will be toughest for Conte?

Football Roundup: Why upcoming season will be toughest for Conte?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2017

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PIX: Inter extend Serie A lead; Napoli down Milan

PIX: Inter extend Serie A lead; Napoli down Milan

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Defending champions Inter Milan secured a 2-1 home win against Udinese in Serie A on Sunday with first-half goals from Marko Arnautovic and Davide Frattesi.

Soccer PIX: Hazard ends drought; Inter coach Conte gets red

Soccer PIX: Hazard ends drought; Inter coach Conte gets red

Rediff.com24 Jan 2021

Former Real youth player Joselu pulled a goal back for Alaves in the 59th minute, powering in a header from a free kick, but Benzema rounded off the victory for second-placed Real with an exquisite solo run and goal in the 70th minute.

PIX: Villarreal shock Barcelona; Napoli, Inter held

PIX: Villarreal shock Barcelona; Napoli, Inter held

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Villarreal fought back to shock Barcelona 3-2 on Sunday, handing the LaLiga champions their first league defeat since late December.

EPL: Conte impressed with 'striker' Hazard

EPL: Conte impressed with 'striker' Hazard

Rediff.com26 Nov 2017

Hazard's dribbling and movement, on and off the ball, constantly posed questions for the Liverpool defence and the winger, who was so central to Chelsea's title triumph last year, certainly looks back up to full speed.

PIX: Ten-man Barca beat Sevilla; Leaders Napoli held

PIX: Ten-man Barca beat Sevilla; Leaders Napoli held

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

All the action from La Liga and Serie A matches played on Sunday.

Football Briefs: Conte eyes win over Liverpool to boost Chelsea's top-four hopes

Football Briefs: Conte eyes win over Liverpool to boost Chelsea's top-four hopes

Rediff.com5 May 2018

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Conte has done a fantastic job, Chelsea look unbeatable: Pardew

Conte has done a fantastic job, Chelsea look unbeatable: Pardew

Rediff.com16 Dec 2016

There is a stark contrast between the two teams' form, with Chelsea having won 10 league games in succession to open up a six-point lead at the top while Palace have managed only one victory in their last 10 matches.

Spurs knocked out of Europa Conference League

Spurs knocked out of Europa Conference League

Rediff.com20 Dec 2021

The match was called off a day before the fixture after Spurs manager Antonio Conte said eight players and five members of staff had tested positive for COVID-19.

Football Roundup: Conte confirms Costa has no future at Chelsea

Football Roundup: Conte confirms Costa has no future at Chelsea

Rediff.com22 Jul 2017

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PIX: Real Madrid held to draw; Napoli rally to victory

PIX: Real Madrid held to draw; Napoli rally to victory

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Real Madrid paid for defensive mistakes as they were held to a 3-3 draw at lowly local rivals Rayo Vallecano on Saturday.

Conte says Chelsea should be ready to suffer at Barca

Conte says Chelsea should be ready to suffer at Barca

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

Conte said his team could face a more daunting task against the five-time European champions at the Nou Camp.

Euro: 'Ireland loss won't dampen Italian morale'

Euro: 'Ireland loss won't dampen Italian morale'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2016

Italy's 1-0 defeat by Ireland in their last Euro 2016 Group E match will not affect the morale of the squad ahead of the last- 16 game against defending champions Spain, coach Antonio Conte said on Wednesday.

PIX: Las Palmas stun Atletico; Barca rally past Celta Vigo

PIX: Las Palmas stun Atletico; Barca rally past Celta Vigo

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

A summary of Saturday's action in LaLiga, Serie A, Bundesliga and Ligue 1.

Will Mourinho be the first EPL manager to leave this season?

Will Mourinho be the first EPL manager to leave this season?

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

Under-fire Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho has been priced odds-on to be the first Premier League manager to leave his job this season.

Real Madrid held to a dull draw at Mallorca

Real Madrid held to a dull draw at Mallorca

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

Real Madrid got their LaLiga title defence off to a limp start as they were held to a 1-1 draw at Mallorca.

Transfer Round-Up: Lukaku, Chiesa among top movers

Transfer Round-Up: Lukaku, Chiesa among top movers

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Tracking the key moves this week in the European transfer market

Will Costa's absence hurt Chelsea?

Will Costa's absence hurt Chelsea?

Rediff.com23 Dec 2016

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte is keen to see how his side cope with the absence of striker Diego Costa and midfielder N'Golo Kante and may change his favoured 3-4-3 formation when Bournemouth visit.

Chelsea angry over newspaper stories

Chelsea angry over newspaper stories

Rediff.com27 Oct 2017

Chelsea reacted angrily on Friday to newspaper reports that Carlo Ancelotti was set to replace manager Antonio Conte and that former coach Steve Holland has received texts from unhappy players who say they are missing him.

Chelsea boss taking season 'step by step' ahead of Man City test

Chelsea boss taking season 'step by step' ahead of Man City test

Rediff.com3 Apr 2017

Premier League leaders Chelsea are focused on getting results in their remaining nine games as they fight for the title, instead of dwelling on Saturday's 2-1 loss to Crystal Palace, manager Antonio Conte said.