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South Africa announce extensive World Cup preparations

South Africa announce extensive World Cup preparations

Rediff.com24 Feb 2014

South Africa will play a minimum of 23 warm-up one-day internationals against five different countries to boost their preparation for next year's World Cup, the country's cricket board said on Monday.

Griezmann to decide Atletico future before World Cup

Griezmann to decide Atletico future before World Cup

Rediff.com2 Jun 2018

Despite striking a brace to help Atletico win Europa League title against Marseille, the French player has been heavily linked with a switch to Barcelona.

The driving force behind France's World Cup campaign

The driving force behind France's World Cup campaign

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

France coach Didier Deschamps heaped praise on his players after they reached the World Cup final with a 1-0 win over Belgium on Tuesday, saying the lost final at Euro 2016 was still on his mind.

FIFA promises to deliver 'magnificent' U-17 World Cup

FIFA promises to deliver 'magnificent' U-17 World Cup

Rediff.com19 Mar 2017

India's vast size and diversity posed as obstacles in the initial preparatory stage, but having crossed the hurdles, FIFA's head of events Jaime Yarza has promised to deliver a 'magnificent' U-17 World Cup football.

Special One unmoved by World Cup fever

Special One unmoved by World Cup fever

Rediff.com12 May 2010

The World Cup will dominate the attention of soccer fans around the world next month but not in the case of a particularly special one. Inter Milan coach Jose Mourinho has more pressing priorities.

Real Madrid sign Colombia's World Cup hero Rodriguez

Real Madrid sign Colombia's World Cup hero Rodriguez

Rediff.com22 Jul 2014

No details of the fee for Rodriguez were disclosed but media reports said it was around 80 million euros (63.2 million pounds).

Why Oman won't fear Suryakumar Yadav in Asia Cup

Why Oman won't fear Suryakumar Yadav in Asia Cup

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

What would be Oman's plan for Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav when they play the T20 world champions in Asia Cup on September 19?

Al-Hilal frustrate Real Madrid in heat-soaked thriller

Al-Hilal frustrate Real Madrid in heat-soaked thriller

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Real Madrid laboured to a 1-1 Club World Cup draw against a spirited Al-Hilal in searing heat on Wednesday

Ronaldo congratulates Klose on equalling his World Cup record

Ronaldo congratulates Klose on equalling his World Cup record

Rediff.com22 Jun 2014

Former Brazil striker Ronaldo congratulated Miroslav Klose after the German equalled his record of 15 World Cup goals on Saturday.

Can Mbappe break Ronaldo's long-standing record?

Can Mbappe break Ronaldo's long-standing record?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Mbappe chasing Ronaldo record as Real Madrid host Celta

Pele auction: World Cup trophy fetches 395,000

Pele auction: World Cup trophy fetches 395,000

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

Pele's medal from his first World Cup victory in 1958 when he was just a teenager sold for 200,000 at least 60,000 more than its estimated price tag.

'Save Indian football...' Chhetri & Co appeal to FIFA

'Save Indian football...' Chhetri & Co appeal to FIFA

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Staring at a permanent paralysis: Indian footballers urge FIFA intervention on ISL

How will the FIFA World Cup benefit India?

How will the FIFA World Cup benefit India?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2014

With the world gearing up for the FIFA World Cup on June 12 in Brazil young footballers are enthusiastically training with local clubs in the hope of taking football to newer heights in the country.

From Bad To Worse: How Indian Football Fared In 2025

From Bad To Worse: How Indian Football Fared In 2025

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

Indian football remained in a state of terminal decline after experiencing arguably its darkest phase in a year marked by severe administrative crisis, court hearings, financial issues, absence of domestic leagues, and a steep decline in performance of the senior men's team.

English Premier League: Chelsea snatch comeback win; Arsenal, Liverpool cruise

English Premier League: Chelsea snatch comeback win; Arsenal, Liverpool cruise

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Chelsea battled from two goals down to beat West Ham 3-2 in the Premier League on Saturday with a stoppage-time Enzo Fernandez winner.

Ronaldo eyes a fifth World Cup

Ronaldo eyes a fifth World Cup

Rediff.com21 Oct 2009

Brazil's Ronaldo has set himself the goals for 2010 of helping Corinthians win the South American Libertadores Cup and making it to his fifth World Cup.

City's Aguero to join Independiente after World Cup

City's Aguero to join Independiente after World Cup

Rediff.com11 Mar 2016

Argentina striker Sergio Aguero said on Thursday that he will leave ManchesterCity to return home to his first club Independiente after his contract expires following the 2018 World Cup.

Fans have been warned against World Cup violence

Fans have been warned against World Cup violence

Rediff.com30 May 2018

England supporters at the 2016 European Championship said he and other fans had been warned by police

Historic! Young Aussie star Harjas smashes record 314

Historic! Young Aussie star Harjas smashes record 314

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

This is the third-highest individual score in New South Wales Premier first-grade history, also setting a record for the most sixes in an innings.

Vinicius Jr silences critics as Real Madrid rout Monaco

Vinicius Jr silences critics as Real Madrid rout Monaco

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

'The only thing I can do is on the pitch -- to give my all. I won't always be technically perfect, but I will always give 100% for the team.'

Uruguayan teenager eyes debut at World Cup

Uruguayan teenager eyes debut at World Cup

Rediff.com13 Apr 2010

Making an international debut at a World Cup is a rare occurrence that could happen to Uruguayan teenager Sebastian Coates in South Africa in June. Coates has a good chance of being included in coach Oscar Washington Tabarez's squad for the finals after being on the bench against Costa Rica in the two-leg qualifying playoff -- when he almost came on.

FIFA World Cup: Heartbreak for Gerrard as England exit

FIFA World Cup: Heartbreak for Gerrard as England exit

Rediff.com21 Jun 2014

England's failure at the first hurdle at the Brazil World Cup caused heartache to captain Steven Gerrard.

FIFA World Cup: The Big Shots Struggle

FIFA World Cup: The Big Shots Struggle

Rediff.com18 Jun 2018

Defending champion Germany suffered a shocking defeat, while Brazil, Spain and Argentina -- the other pre-tournament favourites -- managed just draws in their opening round matches.

World Cup showcases Chelsea brand

World Cup showcases Chelsea brand

Rediff.com22 Nov 2005

Messi's Inter Miami move driven by unhappy spell at PSG

Messi's Inter Miami move driven by unhappy spell at PSG

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Lionel Messi said his decision to join Major League Soccer club Inter Miami as a free agent was fuelled by his struggles at Paris St Germain, describing it as a period he "didn't enjoy".

Putin opens 2018 World Cup Stadium in Moscow

Putin opens 2018 World Cup Stadium in Moscow

Rediff.com27 Aug 2014

Russia's newest completed World Cup stadium, the Otkrytie Arena, in Moscow, was opened by the country's President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday.

Big money, complacency reasons for German exit from World Cup

Big money, complacency reasons for German exit from World Cup

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

Two defeats and one last-gasp victory in the group stage meant an embarrassed Germany made their earliest World Cup exit in 80 years on Wednesday.

Barca legend Busquets to leave club at end of season

Barca legend Busquets to leave club at end of season

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Busquets, who retired from international duty last year, has made more than 700 appearances for Barcelona and holds the record for playing in more El Clasicos than any other player with 48 appearances against Barcelona's rivals Real Madrid.

World Cup diary: Iceland fans show their Viking spirit

World Cup diary: Iceland fans show their Viking spirit

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

Postal service worker Kristbjorn Hilmir Kjartansson and his friend Gretar Jonsson, a film student, took 14 days to make the trip from Reykjavik to Volgograd.

Superfans And Cricketers' Secret Passions

Superfans And Cricketers' Secret Passions

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

Every summer, Sudhir Gautam makes a pilgrimage to Sachin Tendulkar's Mumbai home, carrying a box of Muzaffarpur litchis from his home town in Bihar, a gesture sweeter than the fruit itself.

Gill joins Kohli in unwanted captaincy record list

Gill joins Kohli in unwanted captaincy record list

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Shubman Gill joined an unwanted list following the loss to Australia in the first ODI at Perth, becoming the second Indian skipper after Virat Kohli and overall ninth captain to lose their first matches in all three formats as captain.

India wins World Cup kabaddi

India wins World Cup kabaddi

Rediff.com21 Nov 2004

India won the first ever kabaddi World Cup with a convincing 55-27 victory over Iran in the final.

FIFA chief Infantino wants video replays at 2018 World Cup

FIFA chief Infantino wants video replays at 2018 World Cup

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

FIFA president Gianni Infantino is hoping video replays will be used at the 2018 World Cup in Russia to help referees avoid serious mistakes during the tournament.

'National Treasures': Media reacts to England's World Cup exit

'National Treasures': Media reacts to England's World Cup exit

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

England hailed as heroes after World Cup heartache

Shooter Sarnobat scripts history; wins World Cup gold

Shooter Sarnobat scripts history; wins World Cup gold

Rediff.com5 Apr 2013

Rahi Sarnobat scripted history on Friday, becoming the first Indian pistol shooter to clinch a gold medal in the ISSF World Cup, when she pipped local hope Kyeongae Kim 8-6 in the final of the 25m sports pistol event in Changwon, Korea.

Why Players Loved Umpire Dickie Bird

Why Players Loved Umpire Dickie Bird

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

'The way he controlled the players on and off the field, it was brilliant. That's why the players also took to him very easily.'

Spotted! Bachchans at FIFA World Cup

Spotted! Bachchans at FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan headed to catch the first semi-finals of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2018.

Football Briefs: Argentina's Lanzini ruled out of World Cup

Football Briefs: Argentina's Lanzini ruled out of World Cup

Rediff.com8 Jun 2018

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Australia's Schwarzer should be fit for World Cup

Australia's Schwarzer should be fit for World Cup

Rediff.com24 Apr 2006

Australia's goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer fractured a cheekbone playing for Middlesbrough in the FA Cup semi-final against West Ham United.