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PIX: Klopp's Liverpool write their own history at Anfield

PIX: Klopp's Liverpool write their own history at Anfield

Rediff.com8 May 2019

The pain of missing out on a first domestic league crown for 29 years will be eased by the knowledge that European glory could be on the horizon for Liverpool

Indian football: New Year new luck as SC East Bengal log first win

Indian football: New Year new luck as SC East Bengal log first win

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

Both sides created chances in the first half but it was SCEB who converted them and deservedly headed into the break with a two-goal cushion.

IOC firm on Tokyo Olympics despite coronavirus concerns

IOC firm on Tokyo Olympics despite coronavirus concerns

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Tuesday gave further unequivocal backing to this summer's Tokyo Olympics, urging athletes to prepare "full steam" despite the coronavirus threat. Multiple sports events around the world have been cancelled during the epidemic, which has killed more than 3,000 people in China and spread to more than 60 nations including Japan where infections are near 1,000 and 12 people have died.

Vardy's three-game ban appeal rejected

Vardy's three-game ban appeal rejected

Rediff.com21 Dec 2016

Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy will serve a three-match suspension after the club's appeal against his dismissal during Saturday's 2-2 Premier League draw with Stoke City was rejected, the Football Association (FA) said on Tuesday.

Manchester United leave out Schweinsteiger from Europa League squad

Manchester United leave out Schweinsteiger from Europa League squad

Rediff.com3 Sep 2016

Bastian Schweinsteiger has been left out of Manchester United's Europa League squad by coach Jose Mourinho, as the midfielder continues to be marginalised at the club.

Villa captain Grealish charged after lockdown crash

Villa captain Grealish charged after lockdown crash

Rediff.com18 Jun 2020

Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish has been charged with multiple driving violations after being involved in a car crash during the COVID-19 lockdown in March, police said on Thursday. British media had reported that police had opened an investigation after the Villa midfielder was pictured leaving an estate in Birmingham following a traffic accident on March 29.

'Smith in league of Kohli, de Villiers'

'Smith in league of Kohli, de Villiers'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

Smith scored 144 and 142 in Australia's 251-run win at Edgbaston in his comeback Test after being banned for a year for his involvement in the infamous ball tampering scandal in South Africa.

It's official: Bolt is the best in the world, ever!

It's official: Bolt is the best in the world, ever!

Rediff.com19 Aug 2013

Usain Bolt, already enshrined as one of the greatest Olympians of all time, became the most successful athlete in world championship history when he anchored Jamaica to victory in the 4x100 metres relay on Sunday.

Under utilized at Barca, Pedro says Chelsea move a gamble

Under utilized at Barca, Pedro says Chelsea move a gamble

Rediff.com25 Aug 2015

Chelsea's new signing Pedro has said he took a "gamble" by leaving Spanish champions Barcelona after eight successful years, but one driven by his desire for more playing time.

Smith's tips for South Africa ahead of India clash

Smith's tips for South Africa ahead of India clash

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

Former skipper Graeme Smith on Friday dropped in at South Africa's training session, continuing an interesting trend of ex-captains visiting their teams with bagful of wisdom ahead of matches against India.

Injured Schweinsteiger doubtful to play any more this season: Van Gaal

Injured Schweinsteiger doubtful to play any more this season: Van Gaal

Rediff.com15 Apr 2016

Manchester United midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger is unlikely to play for his club again season due to a knee injury, manager Louis van Gaal said on Friday.

Barcelona coach Vilanova needs more cancer treatment

Barcelona coach Vilanova needs more cancer treatment

Rediff.com19 May 2013

Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova will return to New York next week for more treatment for throat cancer, the La Liga champions said on Saturday.

I would have still won that race without drugs in 1988, says Ben Johnson

I would have still won that race without drugs in 1988, says Ben Johnson

Rediff.com24 Sep 2013

Twenty-five years to the day since he blasted down lane six of Seoul's Olympic Stadium, leaving arch-enemy Carl Lewis wide-eyed in his wake, Ben Johnson returned to the South Korean capital on Tuesday with a warning for the next generation of athletes: stay clear of performance-enhancing drugs.

How to become a scuba diving instructor

How to become a scuba diving instructor

Rediff.com20 Sep 2013

From institutes that offer the course to remuneration and scope of career, find out everything you need to know about pursuing this niche vocation.

Will 'distracted' Mahrez stay with EPL champions Leicester?

Will 'distracted' Mahrez stay with EPL champions Leicester?

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

Speculation about a possible transfer to Premier League rivals Arsenal has unsettled LeicesterCity winger Riyad Mahrez, manager Claudio Ranieri has said.

Joe Root's captaincy in trouble?

Joe Root's captaincy in trouble?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2019

Root cut a rather forlorn figure as Australia celebrated moving 2-1 ahead in the series but insists he is still the right man to lead England forward.

Ashes: One ticked off Smith's bucket list

Ashes: One ticked off Smith's bucket list

Rediff.com9 Sep 2019

Former captain Smith, who has endured boos from the home crowds for his role in last year's ball-tampering scandal but has responded by piling up 671 runs in five innings, said it was incredibly special to retain the Ashes in England, something Australia have not done for 18 years.

Oprah at Harvard: 'There is no such thing as failure'

Oprah at Harvard: 'There is no such thing as failure'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2013

In her commencement address at the Harvard University, the talk show host appealed to graduates to be kind and give back to society

Oprah at Harvard: 'There is no such thing as failure'

Oprah at Harvard: 'There is no such thing as failure'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2013

In her commencement address at the Harvard University, the talk show host appealed to graduates to be kind and give back to society

Karunaratne century gives Sri Lanka huge lead

Karunaratne century gives Sri Lanka huge lead

Rediff.com1 Nov 2016

Dimuth Karunaratne scored a century as Sri Lanka extended their lead over Zimbabwe to 411 runs before rain and bad light ended play on the fourth day of the first Test in Harare on Tuesday.

Football: Champions League to deliver more drama

Football: Champions League to deliver more drama

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

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

Chelsea beat Crystal Palace to clinch Premier League title

Chelsea beat Crystal Palace to clinch Premier League title

Rediff.com3 May 2015

Chelsea clinched their first Premier League title for five years with a 1-0 victory against Crystal Palace at a jubilant Stamford Bridge on Sunday.

Here's what makes KKR a threat in the IPL

Here's what makes KKR a threat in the IPL

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

Sunil Narine has been one of the chief architects behind KKR's success in the Indian Premier League in 2012 and 2014 editions and he, along with Kuldeep Yadav and Piyush Chawla will prove a strong bowling combine for KKR.

Pistorius's brother faces trial in woman's road death

Pistorius's brother faces trial in woman's road death

Rediff.com24 Feb 2013

Oscar Pistorius's elder brother faces trial for killing a woman in a traffic incident five years ago, the family said on Sunday, confirming a report that dominated South African media two days after the "Blade Runner" athlete was bailed for murder.

Mercedes-Benz's must-see architectural marvel

Mercedes-Benz's must-see architectural marvel

Rediff.com14 Apr 2011

The Mercedes-Benz Museum at Stuttgart, Germany traces the remarkable history of the 125-year old Mercedes-Benz brand.

Will India's Covaxin be world's first COVID-19 drug?

Will India's Covaxin be world's first COVID-19 drug?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

'We need to prove to the world that quality vaccines and R&D are possible in India.'

Young Liverpool thwarted by West Ham

Young Liverpool thwarted by West Ham

Rediff.com31 Jan 2016

Liverpool's pursuit of a second Wembley Cup final appearance was stalled at Anfield on Saturday as Juergen Klopp's second-string side had to settle for an undistinguished goalless draw with West Ham United in the fourth round of the FA Cup. Four days after reaching the League Cup final with their penalty shootout win over StokeCity, Klopp, no fan of English football's congested fixture lists, opted to trust his youngsters as he made 10 changes to the team that played 120 minutes on Tuesday. His faith was only partially rewarded with his young side creating enough chances to earn victory after a dour first half but lacking the cutting edge up front to avoid yet another fixture, an unwanted and difficult replay at Upton Park.

Euro 2016: Three main reasons why Wales lost...

Euro 2016: Three main reasons why Wales lost...

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Wales manager Chris Coleman said he was 'immensely proud' of his team after their hopes of reaching the Euro 2016 final were dashed by a brief lapse of focus during a 2-0 defeat by Portugal on Wednesday.

Euro 2016: Ronaldo, Nani power Portugal into final

Euro 2016: Ronaldo, Nani power Portugal into final

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Cristiano Ronaldo and Nani struck in quick succession early in the second half to fire Portugal to a 2-0 win over Wales in the first Euro 2016 semi-final on Wednesday. After a tense and tactical first half, Ronaldo broke the deadlock five minutes after the re-start when he leapt majestically to head Raphael Guerreiro's pinpoint cross into the net following a short corner.

US raises concern over American firms evading taxes

US raises concern over American firms evading taxes

Rediff.com22 May 2013

Amidst allegations that Apple is evading US taxes through overseas shell companies, the White House said this raises the broader question of American companies that ship profits and jobs overseas, a issues often raised by US President Barack Obama in the last few years.

Wenger quiets doubters as he celebrates anniversary at Arsenal

Wenger quiets doubters as he celebrates anniversary at Arsenal

Rediff.com5 Oct 2015

'It gives a strong answer to all the questions that were raised during the week'

Wilshere, Chamberlaine extend Arsenal stay

Wilshere, Chamberlaine extend Arsenal stay

Rediff.com20 Dec 2012

England's Jack Wilshere and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain are among five young internationals to have pledged their long-term futures to Arsenal, the Premier League club said on Wednesday.

Portugal beat Morocco, but lost the plot: coach Santos

Portugal beat Morocco, but lost the plot: coach Santos

Rediff.com20 Jun 2018

Portugal inexplicably lost control of the game despite managing to beat Morocco 1-0 in the World Cup Group B match on Wednesday and were lucky not to get themselves in more trouble, coach Fernando Santos said.

PHOTOS: England outclass Brazil, Spain and Argentina win

PHOTOS: England outclass Brazil, Spain and Argentina win

Rediff.com7 Feb 2013

Luiz Felipe Scolari got an indication of the work ahead of him to turn Brazil into World Cup winners when his second stint in charge began with a 2-1 defeat by England at Wembley on Wednesday.

Catalonia declares independence from Spain

Catalonia declares independence from Spain

Rediff.com27 Oct 2017

The Spanish government in Madrid invoked article 155 of the country's constitution, dismantling Catalonia's autonomy.

PM Modi receives UN's highest environmental honour

PM Modi receives UN's highest environmental honour

Rediff.com27 Sep 2018

rench President Emmanuel Macron and Modi have been jointly recognised in the Policy Leadership category for their pioneering work in championing the International Solar Alliance and promoting new areas of levels of cooperation on environmental action, including Macron's work on the Global Pact for the Environment and Modi's unprecedented pledge to eliminate all single-use plastic in India by 2022.

Pele pays tribute to 'goalkeeper with magic' Banks

Pele pays tribute to 'goalkeeper with magic' Banks

Rediff.com12 Feb 2019

The death of the 81-year-old former England keeper was announced by his former club Stoke City on Tuesday.

Guardiola vows to carry on wearing yellow ribbon

Guardiola vows to carry on wearing yellow ribbon

Rediff.com26 Feb 2018

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola defiantly wore a yellow ribbon on his suit in support of jailed pro-independence Catalan politicians during his side's 3-0 League Cup final victory over Arsenal at Wembley Stadium on Sunday.

ISL: Ogbeche brace helps Blasters beat ATK in opener

ISL: Ogbeche brace helps Blasters beat ATK in opener

Rediff.com20 Oct 2019

Carl McHugh scored ATK's 100th goal of the ISL in only the sixth minute of the game but the home side, egged on by a vociferous crowd of more than 35,000, hit back with two goals from their new signing Ogbeche to begin their campaign on a winning note.

First look: Nokia Lumia 920

First look: Nokia Lumia 920

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

Nokia has loaded Lumia 920 with competitive hardware and great optics to deliver quality imaging.