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Ronaldo ready for more trophies as he unveils CR7 Museum

Ronaldo ready for more trophies as he unveils CR7 Museum

Rediff.com16 Dec 2013

Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo opened a museum in his honour in his birthplace on Sunday, which he said had extra room for the Ballon d'Or and many other trophies to come.

World Cup winner Rapinoe, WNBA champ Bird engaged

World Cup winner Rapinoe, WNBA champ Bird engaged

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

Two-time soccer World Cup winner Megan Rapinoe and 11-time WNBA All-Star Sue Bird are getting hitched.

PSG clash with Real in new Champions League draw, United face Atletico

PSG clash with Real in new Champions League draw, United face Atletico

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

Man United were mistakenly drawn with Villarreal, even though both teams had already faced each other in the group stage.

Ronaldo posts adorable photo of 'the two new loves of his life'

Ronaldo posts adorable photo of 'the two new loves of his life'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2017

Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo posted an adorable photograph of his newborn twins on Thursday.

Infighting in Barca ranks? Griezmann denies rift with Messi

Infighting in Barca ranks? Griezmann denies rift with Messi

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

Messi hit back last week, saying he was tired of being blamed for problems at Barcelona.

Former Brazil striker Ronaldo in hospital

Former Brazil striker Ronaldo in hospital

Rediff.com12 Aug 2018

The two-time Ballon d'Or winner and 2002 World Cup Golden Boot winner is currently in the intensive care unit recovering from pneumonia.

Neeraj nominated for Laureus World Breakthrough of the Year Award

Neeraj nominated for Laureus World Breakthrough of the Year Award

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

Tokyo Olympics gold medallist Neeraj Chopra has been selected as one of the six nominees for the 2022 Laureus World Breakthrough of the Year Award.

Find out why Swiss study names Messi No 1, Ronaldo 29th best forward

Find out why Swiss study names Messi No 1, Ronaldo 29th best forward

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

Barcelona talisman Lionel Messi has been declared as the best forward, while Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo was ranked 29th.

I am cordial with Messi; never saw him as rival: Ronaldo

I am cordial with Messi; never saw him as rival: Ronaldo

Rediff.com9 Dec 2020

Cristiano Ronaldo said he has always got on well with Lionel Messi and never saw him as a rival.

PIX: Ronaldo beats Messi again to retain FIFA world best player award

PIX: Ronaldo beats Messi again to retain FIFA world best player award

Rediff.com24 Oct 2017

Real Madrid's Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo was crowned the best soccer player in the world for the second year running at FIFA's The Best awards gala on Monday.

La Liga: Messi shines as Barca thrash Espanyol in derby

La Liga: Messi shines as Barca thrash Espanyol in derby

Rediff.com9 Dec 2018

Lionel Messi scored two spectacular free kicks as Barcelona thrashed local rivals Espanyol 4-0 in Saturday's Catalan derby to move three points clear at the top of La Liga.

Women's Euros PICS: Germany, Spain score big wins

Women's Euros PICS: Germany, Spain score big wins

Rediff.com9 Jul 2022

Germany's bid to win a record ninth European Championship got off to an emphatic start as they beat Denmark 4-0 in their Group B opener on Friday.

PICS: Tears, standing ovation mark Messi's farewell to Barcelona

PICS: Tears, standing ovation mark Messi's farewell to Barcelona

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

Between trying to compose himself, wiping away tears and facing a long standing ovation, it took Lionel Messi more than a minute to start his farewell news conference on Sunday at FC Barcelona, where the Argentine has spent all of his playing career.

IPL PIX: Chahal, Boult shine as RR edge LSG in thriller

IPL PIX: Chahal, Boult shine as RR edge LSG in thriller

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

IMAGES from the IPL 2022 game between Rajasthan Royals and Lucknow Super Giants, in Mumbai, on Sunday

The Stars To Watch Out For!

The Stars To Watch Out For!

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

The most impressive players at the FIFA World Cup 2022 after Round One.

Ribery is French Player Of The Year

Ribery is French Player Of The Year

Rediff.com10 Dec 2013

Franck Ribery, who has been shortlisted for the prestigious FIFA-Ballon d'Or award, was named French Player of the Year on Tuesday by France Football magazine.

Former West Germany and Bayern striker Mueller passes away

Former West Germany and Bayern striker Mueller passes away

Rediff.com15 Aug 2021

Gerd Mueller netted 68 goals in 62 internationals, including the winner in the 1974 World Cup final, and is third in the all-time list of most goals in the global showpiece tournament with 14, behind Brazilian Ronaldo (15) and German Miroslav Klose (16).

Messi explains 'very painful experience' of leaving Barca

Messi explains 'very painful experience' of leaving Barca

Rediff.com9 Oct 2021

'But when I arrived in Barcelona, I was told that it was no longer possible, that I could not stay and that I had to find another club, because Barca could not afford to extend my contract. That changed my plans.'

Is Cristiano Ronaldo dating TV presenter Villalon?

Is Cristiano Ronaldo dating TV presenter Villalon?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

Lucia Villalon Puras, a presenter for Real Madrid Television, is reportedly being rumored to be Cristiano Ronaldo's new girlfriend.

Messi still made to wait for PSG debut

Messi still made to wait for PSG debut

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

PSG's big buy has been left out squad for the Ligue 1 match against Brest.

Ronaldo says Griezmann deserved Best Player in Europe award

Ronaldo says Griezmann deserved Best Player in Europe award

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

After being named this year's UEFA's Best Player in Europe, Portugal and Real Madrid star striker Cristiano Ronaldo has insisted that Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann deserved the coveted trophy more than him.

Messi Stamps his CLASS on Copa America

Messi Stamps his CLASS on Copa America

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

On Saturday evening, Lionel Messi finally got what had eluded arguably the finest footballer of his generation throughout his glorious career -- a trophy playing for his country.

Messi joins PSG in two-year deal after leaving Barca

Messi joins PSG in two-year deal after leaving Barca

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

The PSG frontline is already formidable, with Messi's former Barca team mate Neymar and young France striker Kylian Mbappe seen as two of the best players on the planet.

Ronaldo wants Real to offer him a 10-year contract

Ronaldo wants Real to offer him a 10-year contract

Rediff.com11 Sep 2016

Cristiano Ronaldo has suggested Real Madrid should offer him a 10-year contract to ensure he sees out his career at the Spanish club. "If I were the president of Real Madrid, I would give myself a 10-year contract," Real's all time top scorer, now 31, told reporters after scoring on his return from injury in a 5-2 La Liga win over promoted Osasuna. Ronaldo's current contract runs out in 2018.

Kohli's RCB aim to continue winning momentum vs Royals

Kohli's RCB aim to continue winning momentum vs Royals

Rediff.com29 Sep 2021

Royal Challengers Bangalore would look to build on the momentum when they take on a struggling Rajasthan Royals in their Indian Premier League match in Dubai on Wednesday.

Here's advice that 'show-off' Ronaldo received from first coach

Here's advice that 'show-off' Ronaldo received from first coach

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

- "He could not stop showing off his technical skills and was dribbling too much' - 'Ronaldo has always shown stunning adapting skills and an incredible maturity'

Ronaldo steals the show as Real blow away Sevilla

Ronaldo steals the show as Real blow away Sevilla

Rediff.com10 Dec 2017

Cristiano Ronaldo celebrated his recent Ballon d'Or award by scoring twice for the first time in a La Liga game this season as champions Real Madrid swept to a stunning 5-0 win over Sevilla on Saturday to go five points behind leaders Barcelona.

Pele reacts as Ronaldo breaks his goal record

Pele reacts as Ronaldo breaks his goal record

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

Cristiano Ronaldo hailed Pele after he surpassed the Brazilian great's goal-scoring haul

Balotelli reveals the worst decision of his life...

Balotelli reveals the worst decision of his life...

Rediff.com12 Sep 2016

Mario Balotelli has revealed that joining the Anfield club was the worst decision he has ever made.

Dutchman Van Dijk aiming to be Liverpool legend

Dutchman Van Dijk aiming to be Liverpool legend

Rediff.com7 Apr 2020

Virgil van Dijk joined Liverpool in January 2018, has helped the club win the Champions League, UEFA Super Cup and Club World Cup. Van Dijk wants to become a 'Liverpool legend' and says there is nothing stopping the Premier League club achieving 'incredible things'.

Mbappe stays with PSG; Griezmann makes shock Atletico return

Mbappe stays with PSG; Griezmann makes shock Atletico return

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

Real Madrid failed in their attempt to sign France striker Kylian Mbappe from Paris Saint Germain on the final day of the transfer window as Cristiano Ronaldo completed his move from Juventus to Manchester United.

2020 could be Cristiano Ronaldo's year. Here's why...

2020 could be Cristiano Ronaldo's year. Here's why...

Rediff.com3 Jan 2020

Here are all the records he can break this year.

YOU will get to vote at FIFA Football Awards!

YOU will get to vote at FIFA Football Awards!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2016

Under the new system, half the votes would belong to the players and coaches of the world's 211 national teams and half to the public, who will take part via an online ballot, and selected media representatives.

Luka Modric turns world beater

Luka Modric turns world beater

Rediff.com27 Dec 2018

Modric beats Djokovic to win Balkan athlete of year

'Debutant' Ronaldo brings house down at Old Trafford

'Debutant' Ronaldo brings house down at Old Trafford

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

CR7 started the game against the Toons in his second debut at Old Trafford.

Ronaldo breaks lockdown rules, trains in Portugal

Ronaldo breaks lockdown rules, trains in Portugal

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner returned to his homeland prior to the COVID-19 pandemic shutting down football around the world.

Cristiano Ronaldo talks of partnering Lionel Messi

Cristiano Ronaldo talks of partnering Lionel Messi

Rediff.com14 Dec 2016

After lifting his fourth Ballon d'or award, Real Madrid star striker Cristiano Ronaldo has insisted that the competition for the trophy would have been fiercer if he and Lionel Messi were in the same team. Ronaldo, who inspired Zinedine Zidane's side to the Champions League glory and Portugal to the European Championship 2016 trophy, defeated Messi and Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann to win the coveted prize.

Ronaldo's return to United sparks hopes of reviving glory days

Ronaldo's return to United sparks hopes of reviving glory days

Rediff.com28 Aug 2021

They say never go back, but United fans had been longing for Ronaldo to rejoin their side for many years, more in forlorn hope than anything else.

Cristiano Ronaldo has 'fathered twins with surrogate mum'

Cristiano Ronaldo has 'fathered twins with surrogate mum'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2017

According to AFP, British tabloid The Sun had reported in March that the quadruple Ballon d'Or winner was expecting twins.

Messi still the best despite international failures: Ronaldinho

Messi still the best despite international failures: Ronaldinho

Rediff.com17 Jul 2016

Lionel Messi is still the best player in the world despite never winning a major international trophy for Argentina, former Barcelona team mate and Brazil great Ronaldinho said on Sunday. The 29-year-old Messi, who retired from internationals last month after Argentina lost to Chile in the Copa America final, is his country's top scorer with 55 goals. The five times World Player of the Year has played in three Copa America finals and the 2014 World Cup final, but lost them all.