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Ronaldo issues challenge to Messi

Ronaldo issues challenge to Messi

Rediff.com11 Dec 2018

Juventus striker Cristiano Ronaldo would like Barcelona's Lionel Messi to leave Spain and rekindle their rivalry by joining him in the Italian top flight.

Ronaldo denies calling rival Messi 'motherf*****'

Ronaldo denies calling rival Messi 'motherf*****'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo has heatedly denied suggestions that he calls Argentine ace Lionel Messi offensive nicknames.

'This film is not a political snapshot of the country'

'This film is not a political snapshot of the country'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

'The idea was to show the simultaneity and coexistence of life in the city.'

Ronaldo edges Messi to bag La Liga's best player award

Ronaldo edges Messi to bag La Liga's best player award

Rediff.com29 Oct 2014

Real Madrid star forward Cristiano Ronaldo has beaten Barcelona's Lionel Messi for the first time to clinch La Liga's best player award among a hat-trick of awards he won at the Spanish top flight's annual gala.

Ken Loach, Xavier Dolan win at Cannes

Ken Loach, Xavier Dolan win at Cannes

Rediff.com23 May 2016

A look at the big winners!

'Guardiola could build Man City around Messi'

'Guardiola could build Man City around Messi'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

Messi's lawyers informed Barcelona, on Tuesday, that the Argentine wanted to take up a release clause in his contract which could allow him to leave for nothing.

Barca have the edge over Real, says Ronaldo

Barca have the edge over Real, says Ronaldo

Rediff.com20 Oct 2009

Cristiano Ronaldo believes Barcelona play better soccer than his Real Madrid side and has tipped Lionel Messi to win the 2009 Ballon d'Or.

Ileana to rub shoulders with Dakota Johnson!

Ileana to rub shoulders with Dakota Johnson!

Rediff.com20 Nov 2018

The actresses are on the jury of the Marrakech Film Festival!

Messi says he doesn't know where he will be next year

Messi says he "doesn't know" where he will be next year

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

Barcelona forward Lionel Messi raised eyebrows when he said in passing on Monday that he did not know where he would be next year.

'LET ME GO HOME!'

'LET ME GO HOME!'

Rediff.com17 May 2020

Do we care about India's Nowhere People, asks Sunil Sethi.

Ronaldo was to join Arsenal before Man U offer

Ronaldo was to join Arsenal before Man U offer

Rediff.com5 Dec 2008

Portugal winger Cristiano Ronaldo was poised to join Arsenal before Manchester United offered three times as much money, the Ballon d'Or winner said in an interview published Friday. 'I was within an inch of (joining Arsenal),' Ronaldo told France Football. 'I have a lot of respect for (manager Arsene) Wenger, he is a very clever man.'

Equal pay case: Morgan, Rapinoe vow to push forward

Equal pay case: Morgan, Rapinoe vow to push forward

Rediff.com5 May 2020

Some of the players' high-profile backers, including women's sports pioneer Billie Jean King and presumptive US Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden, leapt to their defence after news of their legal setback broke.

Messi to remain at Barcelona until 2021!

Messi to remain at Barcelona until 2021!

Rediff.com5 Jul 2017

Messi, who scored 37 times in La Liga last season, has been at Barcelona since the age of 13, rising through their youth system to become one of the most successful and recognisable footballers in the world.

Ronaldo confident of sweeping awards

Ronaldo confident of sweeping awards

Rediff.com24 Oct 2008

Cristiano Ronaldo backed himself to win the 2008 Ballon d'Or and FIFA World Player of the Year awards after inspiring Manchester United double.

Greatest footballer? Ronaldo will have to wait for the honour...

Greatest footballer? Ronaldo will have to wait for the honour...

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

World Player of the Year Cristiano Ronaldo is of the opinion that he would be considered one of the greatest footballers of all time in history by the time he retires.

Which Nagesh Kukunoor film do you love?

Which Nagesh Kukunoor film do you love?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2008

Tell us!

Ronaldo says he has cleared the air with Blatter

Ronaldo says he has cleared the air with Blatter

Rediff.com13 Jan 2014

Cristiano Ronaldo has patched up his rift with Sepp Blatter following the FIFA president's hairdresser jibe and apparent imitation of the Portuguese international.

Will Ronaldo keep his promise of buying Real's physios new cars?

Will Ronaldo keep his promise of buying Real's physios new cars?

Rediff.com17 Jan 2014

Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo will reportedly reward the club's physiotherapy team by buying each of them a brand new car of their choice following his Ballon d'Or win.

Champions League: Another goal-scoring record for Ronaldo

Champions League: Another goal-scoring record for Ronaldo

Rediff.com7 Dec 2017

Ronaldo leads the scoring charts in the Champions League for the sixth season running with nine goals and is the top marksman in the competition's history with 114 strikes, 17 more than nearest challenger Lionel Messi.

11 BEAUTIFUL STORIES From Around The World

11 BEAUTIFUL STORIES From Around The World

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite films from the recent Toronto International Film Festival.

Ronaldo wants Real to offer him a 10-year contract

Ronaldo wants Real to offer him a 10-year contract

Rediff.com11 Sep 2016

Cristiano Ronaldo has suggested Real Madrid should offer him a 10-year contract to ensure he sees out his career at the Spanish club. "If I were the president of Real Madrid, I would give myself a 10-year contract," Real's all time top scorer, now 31, told reporters after scoring on his return from injury in a 5-2 La Liga win over promoted Osasuna. Ronaldo's current contract runs out in 2018.

Soccer PICS: Leicester win Community Shield

Soccer PICS: Leicester win Community Shield

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

PSG make winning start as Messi arrival looms

Is 'selfish' Ronaldo to be blamed for Portugal's World Cup failure?

Is 'selfish' Ronaldo to be blamed for Portugal's World Cup failure?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly been accused of loving himself too much and his unbalanced attitude has been said to be at the root of Portugal's 2014 World Cup failure.

10 Films that Amazed Me at Cannes

10 Films that Amazed Me at Cannes

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

Aseem Chhabra lists 10 of his favourite films that played in various sections at the 74th Cannes Film Festival.

Top 20 Sports Photos of the Year

Top 20 Sports Photos of the Year

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

As the curtains fall on another year, Rediff.com brings you all the action from the sports field that defined 2019.

Neymar on target to regain fitness by World Cup but PSG future unclear

Neymar on target to regain fitness by World Cup but PSG future unclear

Rediff.com11 May 2018

Brazil forward Neymar aims to get fully fit in time for next month's World Cup following foot surgery but his future at Paris St Germain looks rather uncertain.

For how long can mesmerising Messi be the best?

For how long can mesmerising Messi be the best?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

The brain may be sharp as ever, but the legs seem heavier, the pace worryingly slower. He's still only 32, but the strain of a decade-and-a-half of paranormal activity on the pitch may just be piling up.

Is Neymar the next Messi?

Is Neymar the next Messi?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

Brazilian Neymar is set to become the next best player in the world after Argentina's Lionel Messi, according to Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic.

World Cup chit-chat: Portugal sweat over Ronaldo's fitness

World Cup chit-chat: Portugal sweat over Ronaldo's fitness

Rediff.com4 Jun 2014

The Portugal is in New Jersey in preparation for the FIFA World Cup starting in about a week, but the country is facing problems over Cristiano Ronaldo's fitness.

Will he be the next big star to emerge from Real Madrid?

Will he be the next big star to emerge from Real Madrid?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

Federico Valverde has already made over 100 appearances at senior level - while winning silverware and recognition both with his current side Madrid and country Uruguay, and showing the physical, technical and mental attributes to become one of world football's outstanding midfielders.

Neecha Nagar, The King's Speech, Burn Notice: What's the Link?

Neecha Nagar, The King's Speech, Burn Notice: What's the Link?

Rediff.com23 May 2016

An occasional series featuring unusual movie connections.

Follow Japan... Rivaldo tells 'sleeping giant' India

Follow Japan... Rivaldo tells 'sleeping giant' India

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

He is certainly not the first to say this but World Cup and Ballon d'Or winner Rivaldo too feels India should follow the 'Japan model' in order to improve the standard of football in the country.

Will Cristiano Ronaldo ever see World Cup glory?

Will Cristiano Ronaldo ever see World Cup glory?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2014

Cristiano Ronaldo's subdued performances for Portugal at the World Cup after his scintillating form for Real Madrid last season suggest the tournament was a bridge too far for the Ballon d'Or holder.

Ronaldo to retire at Real Madrid?

Ronaldo to retire at Real Madrid?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2015

Cristiano Ronaldo will call curtains on his illustrious career at Real Madrid, according to the Portuguese international's agent.

Ronaldo must continue to maintain his exceptional standards: Pele

Ronaldo must continue to maintain his exceptional standards: Pele

Rediff.com15 Jan 2014

FIFA Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo must continue to maintain his exceptional high standards in order to be classed among the sport's legends, according to Brazil great Pele who compared the Portuguese to Eusebio.

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.

'The girls were either sold or cheated or abducted'

'The girls were either sold or cheated or abducted'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2014

A frank interview with filmmaker Nagesh Kukunoor about his new film, Lakshmi, its unusual cast and why box office success is evading him.

Cannes 2014: Of winners, Indian presence and the fest's rich history

Cannes 2014: Of winners, Indian presence and the fest's rich history

Rediff.com26 May 2014

All the buzz from the recently concluded French Film Festival.

Ronaldo crowned world's richest soccer player

Ronaldo crowned world's richest soccer player

Rediff.com10 Mar 2014

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo was crowned the world's best soccer player when he bagged the 2013 FIFA Ballon d'Or trophy. Now he is the wealthiest too!

Photos: Lionel Messi golden left foot on sale in Japan

Photos: Lionel Messi golden left foot on sale in Japan

Rediff.com7 Mar 2013

That Lionel Messi is worth his wait in gold was reaffirmed on Wednesday when a pure gold replica of the Argentina and Barcelona star's left foot was unveiled in Tokyo.