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Captain India's Gloom At The Doom

Captain India's Gloom At The Doom

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

Arguably the most expressive face in current world cricket, Virat Kohli's expressions and body language say it all.

Fiorentina crush Roma

Fiorentina crush Roma

Rediff.com26 Apr 2009

Two goals by Alberto Gilardino helped Fiorentina to a 4-1 win over 10-man AS Roma in Serie A on Saturday.

Soccer Transfers: Havertz joins Arsenal; Kovacic makes City move

Soccer Transfers: Havertz joins Arsenal; Kovacic makes City move

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

All the latest news from the summer transfer window...

EPL PIX: Arsenal thrash Burnley; Liverpool cruise

EPL PIX: Arsenal thrash Burnley; Liverpool cruise

Rediff.com18 Feb 2024

Bukayo Saka scored either side of halftime as Arsenal crushed second-bottom Burnley 5-0.

This one-sided moral lesson is just hypocrisy: FIFA chief Infantino

This one-sided moral lesson is just hypocrisy: FIFA chief Infantino

Rediff.com20 Nov 2022

FIFA president Gianni Infantino accused critics of World Cup host Qatar's treatment of migrant workers of hypocrisy.

April 2, 2011: When Dhoni & Co conquered the world...

April 2, 2011: When Dhoni & Co conquered the world...

Rediff.com2 Apr 2021

A six wicket win with 10 balls to spare: Indian cricket's finest moment in the 21st century.

Davis Cup PIX: Nadal sparks Spanish comeback

Davis Cup PIX: Nadal sparks Spanish comeback

Rediff.com20 Nov 2019

Canada beat USA to enter quarters, Argentina overpower Chile in opening tie

Harmanpreet to captain India in hockey World Cup

Harmanpreet to captain India in hockey World Cup

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

Harmanpreet Singh had also captained the side in the recent series against Australia, where the side fought hard before losing the five-match rubber 1-4.

T20 WC: Aus edge Afghans, rely on Sri Lanka to stay alive

T20 WC: Aus edge Afghans, rely on Sri Lanka to stay alive

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

'We've put ourselves in this situation but hopefully the Sri Lankans can do the job for us.'

Faltering Spain run into in-form Russia

Faltering Spain run into in-form Russia

Rediff.com25 Jun 2008

Spain hammered Russia 4-1 in the group stage of Euro 2008 but it may be a very different game when they meet again in Thursday's semi-final.

Europa League PIX: United win; fireworks halt Berlin game

Europa League PIX: United win; fireworks halt Berlin game

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

Rashford scores a brace as Man United fight back to beat Omonia

Shakhtar can be proud despite losing two points, says coach Jovicevic

Shakhtar can be proud despite losing two points, says coach Jovicevic

Rediff.com12 Oct 2022

"Football sometimes gives you (things), sometimes it takes away from you. And it's a possibility that they can score in the last second, just as much as you can score in the first minute. But I think we have a bright future ahead,"

Ronaldo slams Iceland's 'small mentality'; they tell him to stop whining

Ronaldo slams Iceland's 'small mentality'; they tell him to stop whining

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

Cristiano Ronaldo slammed minnows Iceland for proverbially 'parking the bus' in front of their goal.

India beat Pakistan to retain Blind World Cup title

India beat Pakistan to retain Blind World Cup title

Rediff.com20 Jan 2018

Sunil Ramesh slammed a superb 93 as India defeated arch rivals Pakistan by two wickets in a thrilling summit clash to retain the Blind Cricket World Cup title in Sharjah on Saturday.

Euro 2016: Lewandowski takes on less glamorous role for Poland

Euro 2016: Lewandowski takes on less glamorous role for Poland

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

It is a measure of the importance of captain Robert Lewandowski to Poland that the striker is the first name coach Adam Nawalka writes on the team sheet despite his goal drought at Euro 2016. Most forwards who go more than 10 hours without scoring would be warming the bench and facing criticism from the media and fans. But the Bayern Munich striker will be a key part of Poland's efforts to defeat Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal in Thursday's quarter-final in Marseille. After scoring 13 goals in the qualifying, Lewandowski's statistics in his first four games in France make disappointing reading: no goals, two attempts on target, three attempts off target and three blocked attempts.

Ranji Roundup:Ranji Roundup: Abhimanyu, Tiwary stage Bengal strong fightback

Ranji Roundup:Ranji Roundup: Abhimanyu, Tiwary stage Bengal strong fightback

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

A round-up of Ranji matches played on Wednesday

PIX: Real Madrid seal last-16 berth; Man City sink PSG

PIX: Real Madrid seal last-16 berth; Man City sink PSG

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

Images from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Wednesday night.

Batters in focus as West Indies take on South Africa

Batters in focus as West Indies take on South Africa

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

Smarting from opening game losses, a good batting display will be high on the agenda for South Africa and defending champions West Indies when the two teams lock horns in a Super 12 match of the T20 World Cup in Dubai on Tuesday.

PHOTOS: Clinical Australia down Ireland to keep semis hopes alive

PHOTOS: Clinical Australia down Ireland to keep semis hopes alive

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

IMAGES from the T20 World Cup match played between Australia and Ireland in Brisbane on Monday.

PIX: Haaland gives Man City late winner; Chelsea held

PIX: Haaland gives Man City late winner; Chelsea held

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

A round-up of Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Can India upset mighty Indonesia in Thomas Cup final?

Can India upset mighty Indonesia in Thomas Cup final?

Rediff.com14 May 2022

Brimming with confidence, India will again look to punch above their weight when they run into 14-time winners Indonesia in the final of Thomas Cup in Bangkok on Sunday, seeking to create history one more time.

World Cup: Outsiders Iran prepare to take centre stage with defence

World Cup: Outsiders Iran prepare to take centre stage with defence

Rediff.com16 Jun 2014

Iran coach Carlos Queiroz is refusing to be seduced by the free-flowing soccer that is thrilling World Cup fans, saying his team will show the value of good defending when they face Nigeria.

Barca v Bayern: Battle between Germany's top keepers

Barca v Bayern: Battle between Germany's top keepers

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

Manuel Neuer remained Germany's number one and captain, even as they underperformed in the UEFA Nations League and Euro 2020 qualifiers.

Nations League: France lose; Netherlands, Croatia win

Nations League: France lose; Netherlands, Croatia win

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Glimpses from Sunday's Nations League matches.

WATCH these thrillers ahead of India-Pak clash

WATCH these thrillers ahead of India-Pak clash

Rediff.com15 Jun 2019

We take a look at Team India's dominating performance against Pakistan in the World Cup

India qualify for 2019 AFC Asian Cup

India qualify for 2019 AFC Asian Cup

Rediff.com11 Oct 2017

This is the third time the country has qualified for the continental showpiece.

Olympics warm up: Brazil record easy win over Japan

Olympics warm up: Brazil record easy win over Japan

Rediff.com31 Jul 2016

Brazil scored twice in a dominant first half to beat Japan 2-0 in their final Olympic warmup friendly on Saturday before they begin their bid for a first soccer gold medal at next month's home Games.

Antoine Griezmann named player of the European Championship

Antoine Griezmann named player of the European Championship

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

France forward Antoine Griezmann was named player of the tournament on Monday after leading the Euro 2016 hosts to Sunday's final where they lost to Portugal in extra time.

Confed Cup semis: Ronaldo's Portugal could be too hot to handle for Chile

Confed Cup semis: Ronaldo's Portugal could be too hot to handle for Chile

Rediff.com28 Jun 2017

Chile coach Juan Antonio Pizzi will renew old acquaintances when his reigning two-times Copa America champions take on Portugal in what he expects to be a tough Confederations Cup semi-final on Wednesday.

Court Verdict Reopens Question On Hindu Identity

Court Verdict Reopens Question On Hindu Identity

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

What should be made out of the Madras high court order involving non-Hindus' entry into Hindu temples, when many non-Hindus are among the hundreds of thousands that have been worshipping at these temples for generations, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

FIFA WC: Croatia not panicking about Lukaku loss

FIFA WC: Croatia not panicking about Lukaku loss

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

"That is why we should see this match (against Egypt) mainly as a wake-up call. It was also useful in giving some players much-needed minutes."

West Indies lose to Ireland; crash out of T20 World Cup

West Indies lose to Ireland; crash out of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

Paul Stirling smashed a glittering half-century as Ireland eliminated twice champions West Indies from the T20 World Cup and advanced to the Super 12 phase with a nine-wicket thrashing in Hobart on Friday.

Conway hails partner Allen after New Zealand thrash Australia

Conway hails partner Allen after New Zealand thrash Australia

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

New Zealand's Devon Conway paid tribute to his opening partner Finn Allen for the way he took on Australia's vaunted pace attack as the Black Caps romped to an 89-run victory Twenty20 World Cup on Saturday.

PIX: Napoli knock Leicester out of Europa League

PIX: Napoli knock Leicester out of Europa League

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

Action from Europa League matches played on Thursday.

How Rahane helped Australia's Handscomb counter spinners

How Rahane helped Australia's Handscomb counter spinners

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

Australia's middle-order batter Peter Handscomb has recalled how former India vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane helped him combat spin bowling in the sub-continent.

Is Mourinho happy at Manchester United?

Is Mourinho happy at Manchester United?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2018

The Portuguese has endured a difficult time of late at Old Trafford with United slipping to eighth place in the league.

WC PIX: Costa Rica stun Japan with late Fuller winner

WC PIX: Costa Rica stun Japan with late Fuller winner

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

Images from the FIFA World Cup Group E match between Japan and Costa Rica on Sunday.

Historic! India in women's T20 WC final vs Australia

Historic! India in women's T20 WC final vs Australia

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

India will take on four-time winners Australia, who defeated South Africa by five runs in what was also a rain-hit semi-final, curtailed to 13 overs after Australia's innings.

France keeper Lloris signs deal to stay at Spurs until 2022

France keeper Lloris signs deal to stay at Spurs until 2022

Rediff.com22 Dec 2016

Tottenham Hotspur's France goalkeeper Hugo Lloris has signed a new contract that will take him through to 2022, the Premier League club said on Thursday. The 29-year-old, who captains club and country, has made 189 appearances for Spurs since joining from Olympique Lyonnais in 2012 for a fee of about 12 million pounds ($14.81 million). "I'm very pleased with this new contract," Lloris told the club website

Mueller, Hummels recalled by Germany for Euro 2020

Mueller, Hummels recalled by Germany for Euro 2020

Rediff.com19 May 2021

Scotland's Clarke names uncapped trio in Euro squad.