News for 'Community Shield'

'Kajol's A Real Foodie Who Loves Sweets'

'Kajol's A Real Foodie Who Loves Sweets'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

'Durga Puja is also a time to catch up on the gossip and when the girls of the family get together it's a beautiful feeling that is hard to describe.'

Factbox: List of trophies won by Liverpool

Factbox: List of trophies won by Liverpool

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

List of trophies won by Liverpool since they were founded in 1892:

Rooney expects rejuvenated Manchester United to challenge for title

Rooney expects rejuvenated Manchester United to challenge for title

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

Manchester United have been rejuvenated under new manager Jose Mourinho and are poised to mount a strong challenge for the Premier League title, skipper Wayne Rooney has said. The 30-year-old forward, who secured his fifth league title with the club the last time they won it in 2013, scored eight top flight goals last season as United finished fifth and failed to qualify for the Champions League.

Will Mukesh Ambani Pay 4 Billion For Liverpool?

Will Mukesh Ambani Pay 4 Billion For Liverpool?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

This is not the first time Reliance has eyed a stake in the club.

15 STUNNING Wildlife Photos

15 STUNNING Wildlife Photos

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

A sneak peek of some extraordinary entries for the 60th annual Wildlife Photographer of the Year event.

England hit by defensive injury crisis

England hit by defensive injury crisis

Rediff.com6 Aug 2007

England's hopes of qualifying for Euro 2008 have been hit by a spate of injuries to their central defenders, including captain John Terry.

Rooney trains with England, expected to feature

Rooney trains with England, expected to feature

Rediff.com12 Aug 2013

Manchester United forward Wayne Rooney completed a full training session for England on Monday and manager Roy Hodgson still expects him to feature in Wednesday's international friendly against Scotland at Wembley Stadium.

Human shield to protect Hindus celebrating Holi in Pakistan

Human shield to protect Hindus celebrating Holi in Pakistan

Rediff.com6 Mar 2015

Pakistani students today formed a human shield for Hindus celebrating Holi at a temple in Karachi to protect and show solidarity with the minority community.

'I believe in this team, we are the champions'

'I believe in this team, we are the champions'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2013

Robin van Persie struck twice to earn Manchester United a convincing 2-0 win over Wigan Athletic in the Community Shield at a sun-drenched Wembley on Sunday.

Sunday special: Wigan fly flag for second tier in curtain-raiser

Sunday special: Wigan fly flag for second tier in curtain-raiser

Rediff.com8 Aug 2013

The Community Shield between Manchester United and Wigan Athletic on Sunday will feature a rare appearance by a second-tier team in the traditional curtain-raiser to the English season.

Man United's Rooney out for a month with injury

Man United's Rooney out for a month with injury

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney faces a month on the sidelines after suffering a hamstring injury training in Thailand on their tour of the Far East and Australia, the English champions said on Thursday.

EPL weekend: Newlook Man U kick off at West Brom

EPL weekend: Newlook Man U kick off at West Brom

Rediff.com11 Aug 2011

Manchester United's sparkling performance in the Community Shield should put them in good heart for the start of their Premier League title defence at West Bromwich Albion on Sunday.

Manchester City complete Rodwell signing

Manchester City complete Rodwell signing

Rediff.com13 Aug 2012

Manchester City have completed the signing of midfielder Jack Rodwell from Everton on a five-year contract, the Premier League champions said on Sunday.

Liverpool down Chelsea with late goal

Liverpool down Chelsea with late goal

Rediff.com14 Aug 2006

A Peter Crouch header 10 minutes from time gave FA Cup winners Liverpool a 2-1 win over lacklustre Premier League champions Chelsea in the Community Shield.

Manchester City hold off Chelsea to reach FA Cup final

Manchester City hold off Chelsea to reach FA Cup final

Rediff.com14 Apr 2013

Goals from Samir Nasri and Sergio Aguero sent ManchesterCity into an FA Cup final against Wigan Athletic after they beat holders Chelsea 2-1 at Wembley on Sunday.

BJP banks on 'Modi magic' to tide over Rajput ire

BJP banks on 'Modi magic' to tide over Rajput ire

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

Facing protests from a section of the Rajput community over Union Minister Parshottam Rupala's remarks, the Bharatiya Janata Party in Rajasthan's Chittorgarh -- a Rajput-dominated seat -- is hoping that the 'Modi factor' and the development work undertaken by his government will help it retain the Lok Sabha constituency.

England call up Cleverley for Dutch friendly

England call up Cleverley for Dutch friendly

Rediff.com9 Aug 2011

Manchester United midfielder Tom Cleverley was called up to the England squad on Monday for the midweek friendly with Netherlands after a sparkling performance in the Community Shield.

Manchester City beat 10-man Chelsea

Manchester City beat 10-man Chelsea

Rediff.com12 Aug 2012

Manchester City's failure to find a big-name signing appeared to matter little as they began the new season with a 3-2 win over 10-man Chelsea in the Community Shield on Sunday.

7 Ways to Conquer Debt, Build Wealth

7 Ways to Conquer Debt, Build Wealth

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Break the chains of debt, invest in your future, and wave the flag of financial independence high. Freedom awaits, comrades. Let's conquer this battlefield together this Republic day, exhorts Vatsal Ramaiya.

Chelsea's Drogba doubtful for season opener

Chelsea's Drogba doubtful for season opener

Rediff.com24 Jul 2010

Chelsea striker Didier Drogba is set to miss next month's Community Shield clash with Manchester United and their Premier League opener after undergoing groin surgery, which will rule him out for three weeks.

Welcome to England, Ferguson tells De Gea

Welcome to England, Ferguson tells De Gea

Rediff.com15 Aug 2011

Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea's stuttering start to his career at his new club is just part of getting to grips with life in the Premier League, manager Alex Ferguson said on Sunday.

Chelsea worthy champions after memorable season

Chelsea worthy champions after memorable season

Rediff.com10 May 2010

When Chelsea and Manchester United drew 2-2 in the Community Shield and needed penalties to separate them it set the tone for one of the closest and most unpredictable title races for years.

Arsenal get morale-boosting win over Chelsea

Arsenal get morale-boosting win over Chelsea

Rediff.com2 Aug 2015

FA Cup winners Arsenal beat champions Chelsea 1-0 in England's Community Shield season curtain-raiser at Wembley on Sunday to end a long wait for victory over their London rivals.

Manchester United sign Portuguese striker Bebe

Manchester United sign Portuguese striker Bebe

Rediff.com12 Aug 2010

Manchester United completed their third signing of the off-season after securing a deal for 20-year-old striker Bebe from Portuguese club Vitoria de Guimaraes.

Premiership stars set to shine

Premiership stars set to shine

Rediff.com9 Aug 2007

The EPL opens this weekend with expectations greater than ever but the same faces tipped to prosper.

Dempo unlikely to play in Super Cup

Dempo unlikely to play in Super Cup

Rediff.com22 May 2010

The one-off contest between the winners of I-League and Federation Cup on lines of the season opening Community Shield in England has not gone down well with Dempo coach Armando Colaco as he feels that the importance of the Super Cup gets diluted when played at end of the season.

Israel Prez reveals shocking Hamas's 'torture manual'

Israel Prez reveals shocking Hamas's 'torture manual'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

The eight-page guide instructs the kidnappers to utilise captives as human shields if attacked, regardless of their religion, race, or gender. The hostages should be "killed when necessary," especially if there is any sign of revolt among them, it said, while instructed terrorists to document their actions live.

Ancelotti turns his attention to season opener

Ancelotti turns his attention to season opener

Rediff.com10 Aug 2009

Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti said he was ready for the start of the season after marking his first competitive game in charge with a penalty-shootout victory over Manchester United in the Community Shield on Sunday.

'Last season's pain will inspire Chelsea'

'Last season's pain will inspire Chelsea'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2007

Though Chelsea will be trying to repeat their title Premiership triumphs of 2005 and 2006, it is the Champions League title that they have set their sights on.

Arsenal, Chelsea ready for showdown

Arsenal, Chelsea ready for showdown

Rediff.com20 Aug 2005

Champions Chelsea and rivals Arsenal will be at full strength for Sunday's Premier League showcase game at Stamford Bridge.

Zlatan gives Mourinho first trophy at Manchester United

Zlatan gives Mourinho first trophy at Manchester United

Rediff.com7 Aug 2016

Zlatan Ibrahimovic's winner ensured that Jose Mourinho's reign at Manchester United got off to a winning start as the FA Cup holders beat champions Leicester City 2-1 in England's Community Shield season curtain-raiser at Wembley on Sunday. Ibrahimovic leapt above Leicester captain Wes Morgan in the 83rd minute to head Antonio Valencia's cross beyond Kasper Schmeichel, marking his official debut with a decisive contribution.

Chelsea vs Man Utd: New season, old concerns

Chelsea vs Man Utd: New season, old concerns

Rediff.com3 Aug 2007

New-season optimism may be offset by old concerns for champions Manchester United and FA Cup holders Chelsea when they meet in the curtain-raising Community Shield.

Arsenal beat Man Utd 3-1

Arsenal beat Man Utd 3-1

Rediff.com9 Aug 2004

Man Utd, Arsenal lock horns again

Man Utd, Arsenal lock horns again

Rediff.com6 Aug 2004

Drogba strike sees Chelsea triumph

Drogba strike sees Chelsea triumph

Rediff.com22 Aug 2005

Drogba gives Chelsea win over Arsenal

Drogba gives Chelsea win over Arsenal

Rediff.com7 Aug 2005

The striker scored two goals as Chelsea beat Arsenal 2-1 in the Community Shield match.

Sol Campbell to face FA

Sol Campbell to face FA

Rediff.com7 Oct 2003

The Arsenal defender denied an FA charge of violent conduct after he kicked out at Manchester United's Eric Djemba-Djemba.

Lok Sabha elections as good as rigged: Jean Dreze

Lok Sabha elections as good as rigged: Jean Dreze

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

Development economist Jean Dreze said the Indian democracy is currently navigating a crisis that is not only limited to the 'recent wave of authoritarianism' but also suppression of opposition voices by the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party.

Schalke sign Man city defender Nastasic on loan

Schalke sign Man city defender Nastasic on loan

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

Bundesliga club Schalke 04 have signed Manchester City defender Matija Nastasic on loan until the end of the season.