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La Liga: Rusty Barcelona held to goalless draw at Sevilla

La Liga: Rusty Barcelona held to goalless draw at Sevilla

Rediff.com20 Jun 2020

Lionel Messi had two free-kick attempts while ex-Sevilla midfielder Ivan Rakitic narrowly missed the target from inside the area.

The top men's contenders at the French Open

The top men's contenders at the French Open

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

A look at the top men's contenders at the 2020 French Open.

Euro 2020: Spain have talent to repeat past glories sans Ramos

Euro 2020: Spain have talent to repeat past glories sans Ramos

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

Spain are still favourites to finish top of Group E above Sweden, Poland and Slovakia but, after struggling to break down conservative sides such as Georgia and Greece in March, they know coming first will not be a procession.

Spain's Costa could be sidelined for Euros

Spain's Costa could be sidelined for Euros

Rediff.com14 May 2016

Spain striker Diego Costa could miss next month's European Championship finals due to his latest hamstring injury, Chelsea's interim manager Guus Hiddink said on Friday.

Ronaldo escapes suspension for Atletico celebration

Ronaldo escapes suspension for Atletico celebration

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

Ronaldo will be free to face Ajax Amsterdam in the quarter-finals on April 10

100 million pounds for Hazard too cheap, says Chelsea coach Sarri

100 million pounds for Hazard too cheap, says Chelsea coach Sarri

Rediff.com9 Apr 2019

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri said having Eden Hazard in such unstoppable form makes winning "easy" but appears almost resigned to losing him.

Djokovic reaches ATP Finals semis

Djokovic reaches ATP Finals semis

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

Djokovic was soundly beaten by Zverev in the 2018 final, a match played out in an electrifying atmosphere in front of 18,000 fans. This time the arena was empty because of the COVID-19 lockdown, a surreal backdrop for a match with so much riding on it for both men.

Maradona accused of assaulting ex-girlfriend

Maradona accused of assaulting ex-girlfriend

Rediff.com28 Oct 2014

Argentine football legend Diego Maradona has reportedly been accused of assaulting his former girlfriend, who has video footage of an altercation in which the football icon allegedly hit her.

ISL: Silva, Chhetri score in Bengaluru FC's win over Odisha

ISL: Silva, Chhetri score in Bengaluru FC's win over Odisha

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

Dimas Delgado found Harmanjot Khabra who routed the attack from the right and floated a perfect cross into the box. Chhetri leapt higher than Shubham Sarangi and headed home. The goal made him the first Indian player to record 50 goals contributions in the Hero ISL -- 42 goals and 8 assists.

Copa: Brazil's controversial win; Peru hold Ecuador

Copa: Brazil's controversial win; Peru hold Ecuador

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

Captain Casemiro said Brazil fully deserved the three points.

Ronaldo reminds Atletico of Champions League haul

Ronaldo reminds Atletico of Champions League haul

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

Cristiano Ronaldo was singled out by Atletico Madrid fans on Wednesday as Juventus lost 2-0 in the Champions League last 16 but the former Real Madrid forward was quick to point out his stellar record in the competition.

Soccer Extras: Spain claim Euro under-21 title

Soccer Extras: Spain claim Euro under-21 title

Rediff.com1 Jul 2019

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

Maradona dreams of son playing with Messi, Aguero boys

Maradona dreams of son playing with Messi, Aguero boys

Rediff.com20 Feb 2013

Diego Maradona dreams of seeing his newborn son Diego Fernando playing for Argentina with the offspring of Lionel Messi and Sergio Aguero, he said on Tuesday.

Messi reveals Maradona was his inspiration for playing football

Messi reveals Maradona was his inspiration for playing football

Rediff.com19 Dec 2015

The duo has constantly been compared in terms of their playing style, in addition to having represented Spanish giant club Barcelona and captained Argentina.

Soccer PHOTOS: Atletico blitz Osasuna; Mainz stun Dortmund

Soccer PHOTOS: Atletico blitz Osasuna; Mainz stun Dortmund

Rediff.com18 Jun 2020

IMAGES from football matches played in the Spain, Germany and Portugal on Wednesday.

10 BEST Sports Photos of the Week!

10 BEST Sports Photos of the Week!

Rediff.com27 May 2014

From Cristiano Ronaldo's awesome Champions League goal to Wayne Rooney spending quiet time with his son, Rediff.com has it all snapped right here...

French Open PIX: Nadal shows Sinner no mercy to enter semis

French Open PIX: Nadal shows Sinner no mercy to enter semis

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

Images from Day 10 of the 2020 French Open, at Roland Garros, in Paris.

Copa America: Argentina beat Ecuador to enter semis

Copa America: Argentina beat Ecuador to enter semis

Rediff.com4 Jul 2021

Colombia head to Copa semis after penalties win over Uruguay

Costa back with a bang as Atletico thrash Lleida in King's Cup

Costa back with a bang as Atletico thrash Lleida in King's Cup

Rediff.com4 Jan 2018

Costa turned Juanfran's low cross into the net in the 69th minute for Atletico's third goal in the first leg of the last 16 tie against third division Lleida but immediately limped to the sidelines. He did return to the pitch, however, and completed the game despite bleeding from his knee.

Soon...Brazil to resume soccer matches

Soon...Brazil to resume soccer matches

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

Soccer was one example of a sector in the economy that could reopen relatively quickly, and that the government is in talks with clubs and the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) about the timing.

La Liga: Atletico hot on Barca's heels after crushing win over Sociedad

La Liga: Atletico hot on Barca's heels after crushing win over Sociedad

Rediff.com2 Mar 2016

Atletico Madrid cruised to a 3-0 home win over Real Sociedad on Tuesday to close the gap behind La Liga leaders Barcelona to five points.

Simeone questions Messi in leaked audio

Simeone questions Messi in leaked audio

Rediff.com22 Jun 2018

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone said Argentina look lost and have no leadership after the 3-0 loss to Croatia which left them on the verge of a disastrous early exit from the World Cup, in an audio message leaked to Spanish and Argentine radio stations.

Questioned over Spain's tactics, Hierro says 'I'm the coach, get used to it!'

Questioned over Spain's tactics, Hierro says 'I'm the coach, get used to it!'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

He also had generous words for opposite number Carlos Queiroz, a master tactician who has made Iran an extremely hard nut to crack.

Rebalancing India-China, The Sri Lanka Way

Rebalancing India-China, The Sri Lanka Way

Rediff.com14 Feb 2022

Colombo seems to be veering to the middle path between China and the US on global matters, but in regional matters of strategic security, it is increasingly identifying with India, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Football Briefs: Atletico surrender unbeaten home league record with Espanyol loss

Football Briefs: Atletico surrender unbeaten home league record with Espanyol loss

Rediff.com6 May 2018

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

Europa League PHOTOS: How 10-man Atletico punished wasteful Arsenal

Europa League PHOTOS: How 10-man Atletico punished wasteful Arsenal

Rediff.com27 Apr 2018

IMAGES from an exciting Europa League semi-final first leg match played at Emirates Stadium on Thursday

WTF! This burger costs as much as a bike

WTF! This burger costs as much as a bike

Rediff.com3 Jul 2017

We don't think anyone will be able to digest the bun, which is covered with an edible gold leaf, once they hear the cost!

PHOTOS: Messi, Suarez rescue Barca in 4-4 draw at Villarreal

PHOTOS: Messi, Suarez rescue Barca in 4-4 draw at Villarreal

Rediff.com3 Apr 2019

IMAGES from the La Liga matches played on Tuesday

How India can find the next Sunil Chhetri

How India can find the next Sunil Chhetri

Rediff.com7 Oct 2019

Former Manchester United and Mumbai City forward, Uruguay's Diego Forlan and La Liga's managing director for India, Jose Antonio Cachaza discussed ways for India to become a footballing powerhouse. Norma Godinho/Rediff.com sat in as the duo discussed Indian football and the Spanish League's new India tie-up.

Chelsea's Costa charged by FA for improper conduct

Chelsea's Costa charged by FA for improper conduct

Rediff.com15 Mar 2016

Chelsea forward Diego Costa has been charged for improper conduct following his red card in their 2-0 FA Cup quarter-final defeat by Everton at Goodison Park on Saturday.

A year of empty stadiums and what soccer has missed...

A year of empty stadiums and what soccer has missed...

Rediff.com12 Mar 2021

For over three months, there was no soccer of any kind in England, where it is by far the most popular sport.

6 Talking points from Wednesday's Champions League quarter-finals

6 Talking points from Wednesday's Champions League quarter-finals

Rediff.com10 Apr 2014

No Diego Costa, no worries for Atletico Madrid. Koke scored an early and only goal of the night against Barcelona.

'Strong evidence' COVID-19 predominantly spreads through air: Study

'Strong evidence' COVID-19 predominantly spreads through air: Study

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

The researchers noted that transmission rates of SARS-CoV-2 are much higher indoors than outdoors, and transmission is greatly reduced by indoor ventilation.

French Open: Nadal trails as rain suspends play

French Open: Nadal trails as rain suspends play

Rediff.com6 Jun 2018

Nadal will resume his fight to stay in the French Open on Thursday

EPL PHOTOS: Saints bring United down to earth; Chelsea down Arsenal

EPL PHOTOS: Saints bring United down to earth; Chelsea down Arsenal

Rediff.com22 Aug 2021

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Sunday.

ATK Mohun Bagan down Fowler's EB in first ISL derby

ATK Mohun Bagan down Fowler's EB in first ISL derby

Rediff.com28 Nov 2020

As in their last match against Kerala Blasters, ATKMB struggled to get going initially, while SCEB made some fine attacking moves but lacked the finishing touches.

Tennis: Osaka stunned by Teichmann at Cincinnati

Tennis: Osaka stunned by Teichmann at Cincinnati

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

Opelka, Kyrgios included in Team World for Laver Cup.

Chelsea's Costa hospitalised following rib injury

Chelsea's Costa hospitalised following rib injury

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

Jose Mourinho has confirmed Diego Costa was taken to hospital with a rib injury suffered during Chelsea's Capital One League Cup match at StokeCity on Tuesday.

Tennis: Djokovic, Nadal advance in Rome

Tennis: Djokovic, Nadal advance in Rome

Rediff.com19 Sep 2020

Professional sports events in Italy have been played without fans since March due to the COVID-19 pandemic but sports minister Vincenzo Spadafora said fans would be allowed to attend the closing stages of the tournament on Sunday and Monday.

Football: Buffon to leave Juventus

Football: Buffon to leave Juventus

Rediff.com11 May 2021

Atletico coach Simeone defends VAR for making football fairer