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Axing of scandal-ridden Benzema backed by France PM

Axing of scandal-ridden Benzema backed by France PM

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

Karim Benzema, who is under investigation for alleged blackmailing, should not be called up to the France squad, French Prime minister Manuel Valls said on Tuesday.

France have Georgia, and not Spain, on their mind

France have Georgia, and not Spain, on their mind

Rediff.com21 Mar 2013

France coach Didier Deschamps will ram home the message that his side must focus on beating Georgia on Friday and not think about the looming clash with Spain as their 2014 World Cup qualifying campaign takes a decisive turn.

Photos: Galatasaray oust Schalke in pulsating five-goal clash

Photos: Galatasaray oust Schalke in pulsating five-goal clash

Rediff.com13 Mar 2013

Galatasaray, spearheaded by Didier Drogba, struck twice before halftime and survived a second-half barrage to oust Schalke 04 on Tuesday, denying Germany a full house in the Champions League quarter-finals.

Four-time EPL champ Drogba hangs up legendary boots

Four-time EPL champ Drogba hangs up legendary boots

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

Ivorian Drogba, who had been playing in the United States for Phoenix Rising, had two spells at Chelsea, scoring 164 goals in 381 games having spearheaded the west London club's revival under owner Roman Abramovich.

Frenchman Benzema stokes fresh flames of racism charges before Euro

Frenchman Benzema stokes fresh flames of racism charges before Euro

Rediff.com2 Jun 2016

Racism cost me Euro 2016 spot, claims Benzema

Did Cantona call France football coach Deschamps a racist?

Did Cantona call France football coach Deschamps a racist?

Rediff.com27 May 2016

France soccer coach Didier Deschamps will file a legal complaint against Eric Cantona after his former national teammate suggested the squad selection for Euro 2016 was racially motivated, Deschamps's lawyer said on Friday.

Schalke ask UEFA to look into Drogba eligibility

Schalke ask UEFA to look into Drogba eligibility

Rediff.com22 Feb 2013

Schalke 04 have asked UEFA to check whether Galatasaray striker Didier Drogba was eligible to participate in Wednesday's 1-1 Champions League draw in Istanbul, the German club said.

CL Preview: High hopes for Drogba, Sneijder at Galatasaray

CL Preview: High hopes for Drogba, Sneijder at Galatasaray

Rediff.com19 Feb 2013

Galatasaray will be fired up by the arrival of Didier Drogba, last year's Champions League hero, and Dutch playmaker Wesley Sneijder when they host struggling Schalke 04 on Wednesday.

Drogba asks FIFA for special loan deal

Drogba asks FIFA for special loan deal

Rediff.com22 Nov 2012

Ivory Coast striker Didier Drogba has asked FIFA for special permission to leave China's Shanghai Shenhua on loan before the January transfer window, Chinese media reported on Thursday.

Ivory Coast decision on Drogba awaited

Ivory Coast decision on Drogba awaited

Rediff.com3 Feb 2013

Favourites Ivory Coast step back into the African Nations Cup spotlight on Sunday, spoilt for choice as they meet Nigeria in the quarter-finals in Rustenburg.

Drogba eyes more CL glory at Galatasaray

Drogba eyes more CL glory at Galatasaray

Rediff.com29 Jan 2013

Istanbul club Galatasaray have agreed with Shanghai Shenhua to sign striker Didier Drogba, the club said in a statement to the Istanbul Stock Exchange on Monday.

Nations League PIX: Spain maul Germany 6-0

Nations League PIX: Spain maul Germany 6-0

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

The victory saw Spain finish top of League A4 with 11 points after six games, joining France in the final four tournament, which will take place in October 2021.

Transfers: Chinese club offers Lampard 250k pound deal

Transfers: Chinese club offers Lampard 250k pound deal

Rediff.com16 Jan 2013

Chinese club Shanghai Shenhua has offered Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard a 250,000 pound per week deal after tax offer to join his former teammate Didier Drogba at the club.

Drogba double for Ivorians sparks riot in Dakar

Drogba double for Ivorians sparks riot in Dakar

Rediff.com14 Oct 2012

Two goals from Ivory Coast's Didier Drogba sparked a riot in Senegal on Saturday forcing the abandonment of the biggest African Nations Cup qualifier of the weekend after police fired tear gas in the stadium. The trouble in Dakar overshadowed qualification for Ghana, Mali, Morocco, Nigeria, Tunisia and holders Zambia who are all through to the finals in South Africa in January.

Toure named African Footballer of the Year again

Toure named African Footballer of the Year again

Rediff.com21 Dec 2012

Manchester City's Yaya Toure won the African Footballer of the Year award for a second successive time on Thursday, holding off a strong challenge from compatriot and Ivory Coast captain Didier Drogba.

Stakeholders row may force Shanghai to sell Drogba, Anelka

Stakeholders row may force Shanghai to sell Drogba, Anelka

Rediff.com28 Aug 2012

Former Chelsea strikers Didier Drogba and Nicolas Anelka could be sold by China's Shanghai Shenhua due to an escalating equity stake row among shareholders, local media reported.

African Nations Cup: Togo move into last eight

African Nations Cup: Togo move into last eight

Rediff.com31 Jan 2013

Togo took the last quarter-final place at the African Nations Cup to maintain the flow of outsiders into the last eight at the end of the group phase on Wednesday.

Chelsea in talks with Drogba over contract extension

Chelsea in talks with Drogba over contract extension

Rediff.com11 May 2012

Chelsea will discuss a contract extension with Ivorian striker Didier Drogba after next week's Champions League final, the Premier League club's chief executive Ron Gourlay said on Thursday.

Drogba Joins Galatasaray, says CNN

Drogba Joins Galatasaray, says CNN

Rediff.com28 Jan 2013

Ivory Coast captain and former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has left Shanghai Shenhua to sign a 1-1/2 year contract with Galatasaray, Turkish broadcaster CNN Turk said on Sunday.

India-EU FTA hits services roadblock

India-EU FTA hits services roadblock

Rediff.com8 Aug 2012

Under the FTA in the Services sector, India wants the EU to ensure free mobility of professionals without restrictions such as experience whereas the EU wants greater commitment by India to allow foreign investment in services such as retail, legal and postal.

Indian, French navies to carry out joint patrolling in Indian Ocean Region

Indian, French navies to carry out joint patrolling in Indian Ocean Region

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

French naval commander expresses concern over China expanding its maritime influence in the region.

Euro 2020: Five scintillating strikes of Round 3

Euro 2020: Five scintillating strikes of Round 3

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

Rediff.com looks at the five best goals from the concluding round in the league stage.

Chinese Super League football spending may not last

Chinese Super League football spending may not last

Rediff.com9 Jul 2012

With the corrupt heading to jail and big name signings rolling in, Chinese soccer is basking in an unusually positive period, but experts have warned the galactico-style transfer policy is unsustainable and investment is being ploughed into the wrong areas.

Drogba, Anelka future at Shanghai in doubt

Drogba, Anelka future at Shanghai in doubt

Rediff.com18 Dec 2012

The China careers of former Chelsea strikers Didier Drogba and Nicolas Anelka are in doubt amid reports of unpaid wages at the end of a tumultuous year at Shanghai Shenhua.

Euro 2016: What France must do before the final...

Euro 2016: What France must do before the final...

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

France may have ousted rivals Germany for the first time in 58 years but it will mean nothing if they lose Sunday's Euro 2016 final against a Portugal team that have had more recovery time, said Didier Deschamps.

Euro 2016: Germany forced to make key changes for semi-final

Euro 2016: Germany forced to make key changes for semi-final

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

Germany coach Joachim Loew has been forced to make changes to his team for Thursday's semi-final against hosts France at Euro 2016 because of injuries and a suspension, including replacing key goalscorer Mario Gomez.

How to leave a corporate job and start a dream cafe

How to leave a corporate job and start a dream cafe

Rediff.com1 Nov 2017

Radhika Shastry left her job, moved to the Nilgiris and opened a cute caf -- and she's cooking quite a meal of it.

Euro 2016: Problems in defense for France in Iceland challenge

Euro 2016: Problems in defense for France in Iceland challenge

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

France coach Didier Deschamps, who has kept tinkering with his squad since the start of the European Championship, will be forced to rejig once again when the hosts face Iceland for a place in the semi-finals. With centre back Adil Rami and holding midfielder N'Golo Kante suspended, Deschamps, who has been praised for shrewd tactical moves in the tournament, is looking for the best options for Sunday's game at the Stade de France.

Drogba to leave Chelsea: Report

Drogba to leave Chelsea: Report

Rediff.com22 May 2012

Ivory Coast striker Didier Drogba is leaving Chelsea after playing a leading role in their Champions League triumph, according to a report to be published in French magazine France Football on Tuesday.

World Cup title is source of French power - Deschamps

World Cup title is source of French power - Deschamps

Rediff.com5 Sep 2018

The French, who won their second world title in July, take on hosts Germany in the inaugural Nations League competition, their first game since the World Cup final against Croatia.

Dhoni is Drogba's favourite player

Dhoni is Drogba's favourite player

Rediff.com21 Apr 2012

Mahendra Singh Dhoni has a fan in star Chelsea footballer Didier Drogba, who says of all the cricketers, he likes the Indian skipper the most.

Deschamps set to be named France coach

Deschamps set to be named France coach

Rediff.com8 Jul 2012

Didier Deschamps is on the verge of being appointed France coach, a source on the executive board of the French football federation said on Sunday.

Drogba joins Anelka at Chinese club Shanghai Shenhua

Drogba joins Anelka at Chinese club Shanghai Shenhua

Rediff.com20 Jun 2012

Didier Drogba ended weeks of speculation about his future by joining big-spending Chinese Super League strugglers Shanghai Shenhua on Wednesday.

MS Dhoni is a very good leader: Drogba

MS Dhoni is a very good leader: Drogba

Rediff.com17 Jun 2012

Star footballer Didier Drogba, who played a key role in English Premier League side Chelsea's Champions League triumph last month, on Sunday, said he followed last year's cricket World Cup in India and feels that Mahendra Singh Dhoni is a good leader.

Shanghai have good chance of signing Drogba: coach

Shanghai have good chance of signing Drogba: coach

Rediff.com14 Jun 2012

Shanghai Shenhua have a good chance of signing Chelsea striker Didier Drogba but need to work hard to complete the deal, coach Sergio Batista said.

Hero's welcome for Drogba as African qualifiers begin

Hero's welcome for Drogba as African qualifiers begin

Rediff.com31 May 2012

Didier Drogba can expect a hero's welcome when he returns to the continent for the start of the group phase of Africa's World Cup preliminaries at the weekend, a fortnight after his Champions League triumph.

Drogba fires Chelsea to Champions League glory

Drogba fires Chelsea to Champions League glory

Rediff.com20 May 2012

Chelsea stunned Bayern Munich to win the Champions League for the first time after a penalty shootout in the Allianz Arena after a tension-soaked final had ended 1-1 after extra time on Saturday.

Friendlies: Messi scores as Argentina win, Belgium stun Dutch

Friendlies: Messi scores as Argentina win, Belgium stun Dutch

Rediff.com16 Aug 2012

Lionel Messi scored and missed a penalty in Argentina's 3-1 win in Germany and Belgium stunned Netherlands 4-2 as a flurry of new coaches and debutants cut their international teeth in friendlies on Wednesday.

Chelsea win FA Cup as Di Matteo magic does the trick

Chelsea win FA Cup as Di Matteo magic does the trick

Rediff.com6 May 2012

Chelsea's remarkable turnaround since Roberto Di Matteo took over as interim coach has taken them to the brink of a cup double after they beat a disappointing Liverpool side 2-1 with goals from Ramires and Didier Drogba on Saturday.

Marseille fine director for criticising coach

Marseille fine director for criticising coach

Rediff.com25 Oct 2011

Olympique Marseille sports director Jose Anigo has been fined for criticising coach Didier Deschamps, the Ligue 1 club's president said on Monday.