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EPL PIX: Liverpool, Chelsea secure UCL spot, Arsenal miss out

EPL PIX: Liverpool, Chelsea secure UCL spot, Arsenal miss out

Rediff.com24 May 2021

Images from English Premier League matches played on Sunday.

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.

The desi singer who opened for Bon Jovi

The desi singer who opened for Bon Jovi

Rediff.com12 Oct 2015

'I couldn't think of anything else the whole day but music and beats,' says Carl Frenais, the Kochi-born singer making waves in Dubai.

Smith true winner of 'dirtiest race' in history

Smith true winner of 'dirtiest race' in history

Rediff.com24 Sep 2013

If anti-doping regulations had been strictly enforced, Calvin Smith, a gifted American sprinter with a distinctive upright style, would have left the 1988 Seoul Games as the Olympic 100 metres champion and world-record holder.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

WC qualifiers: England thump Hungary; Spain shocked

WC qualifiers: England thump Hungary; Spain shocked

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

Summary of World Cup qualifiers played across the world on Thursday

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.

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.

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.

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.

PIX: Czechs stun England; Portugal, Ukraine, France win

PIX: Czechs stun England; Portugal, Ukraine, France win

Rediff.com12 Oct 2019

A round-up of Friday's Euro 2020 qualifying matches.

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.

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.

Russia still on the pitch but anthem ban could hurt

Russia still on the pitch but anthem ban could hurt

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

Russia was banned from taking part in or hosting world championships, including the World Cup as part of doping sanctions imposed by WADA.

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.

Longer wait for English Premier League resumption

Longer wait for English Premier League resumption

Rediff.com11 May 2020

England government says no elite sport in country at least until June 1. Cricket and rugby authorities in England have said their sports will not resume until July.

Not destiny's child, Gauff faces toughest challenge in Halep

Not destiny's child, Gauff faces toughest challenge in Halep

Rediff.com7 Jul 2019

The 15-year-old's popularity has soared off the charts in a memorable week at the All England Club, with organisers also recognising her potential to grab attention and giving her a Centre Court match-up in the third round.

Soccer Extras: Neymar revisits Barca, but only for a legal dispute

Soccer Extras: Neymar revisits Barca, but only for a legal dispute

Rediff.com28 Sep 2019

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

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'

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.

Should footballers donate 1 per cent of their earnings to charity?

Should footballers donate 1 per cent of their earnings to charity?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2017

Manchester United's Spanish international Juan Mata has promised to give 1 per cent of his earnings to charity and wants all fellow professional footballers to do the same.

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.

EPL PIX: City rout Huddersfield; Deeney inspires Watford

EPL PIX: City rout Huddersfield; Deeney inspires Watford

Rediff.com19 Aug 2018

Sergio Aguero netted his 13th hat-trick for Manchester City as the champions made light of the absence of the injured Kevin De Bruyne to thrash Huddersfield Town 6-1 and move joint top of the Premier League.