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British police call for perspective on EPL neutral venues plan

British police call for perspective on EPL neutral venues plan

Rediff.com8 May 2020

Mark Roberts, the national lead for football policing, told Sky he was concerned about some of the comments he had heard regarding the conditions for restarting the league, which was suspended in mid-March due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

2020 could be Cristiano Ronaldo's year. Here's why...

2020 could be Cristiano Ronaldo's year. Here's why...

Rediff.com3 Jan 2020

Here are all the records he can break this year.

From Manchester to Mumbai, City owners expand their global empire

From Manchester to Mumbai, City owners expand their global empire

Rediff.com29 Nov 2019

Manchester City CEO Ferran Soriano said the group had been looking for years at soccer in India and the Indian Super League (ISL), which is currently in its sixth season.

McDermott unsure about future as Leeds manager

McDermott unsure about future as Leeds manager

Rediff.com3 Feb 2014

Brian McDermott remains Leeds United manager but admits his future remains unclear after three days of upheaval at the Championship club.

Champions League PHOTOS: Dortmund deny Real; Leicester beat Porto

Champions League PHOTOS: Dortmund deny Real; Leicester beat Porto

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

Photos from the Champions League matches played across Europe on Tuesday

It's Bizarre: Phelps' 'girlfriend' was born male but did not tell swimmer

It's Bizarre: Phelps' 'girlfriend' was born male but did not tell swimmer

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

Most decorated Olympian Michael Phelps' self-proclaimed girlfriend has come out with a shocking revelation, saying that she was born intersex and lived as a boy until her teens.

PIX: Atletico-Man City match ends with tunnel scuffle

PIX: Atletico-Man City match ends with tunnel scuffle

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

Atletico players accused Manchester City of time-wasting in the final minutes, which the English club denied.

FA charge Anelka for anti-Semitic salute

FA charge Anelka for anti-Semitic salute

Rediff.com21 Jan 2014

The English Football Association charged Nicolas Anelka on Tuesday for making a 'quenelle' salute after scoring for West Bromwich Albion against West Ham United in the Premier League last month.

Soccer PIX: Chelsea survive upset scare in FA Cup

Soccer PIX: Chelsea survive upset scare in FA Cup

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

On a seismic day in the history of Chelsea, Romelu Lukaku scored the winning goal in a 3-2 FA Cup fifth-round victory

Leicester's Thai owners vow to keep unlikely title-winners together

Leicester's Thai owners vow to keep unlikely title-winners together

Rediff.com3 May 2016

The owners of English soccer champions Leicester City say they will resist attempts by more glamorous rivals to lure away their title-winning players, after an unlikely triumph that has captured the imagination of fans worldwide. Duty-free magnate Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha became the first Thai owner of an English Premier League title-winning team on Monday night, when the only club capable of catching them, Tottenham Hotspur, were held to a 2-2 draw by Chelsea. Leicester's journey from 5,000-1 outsiders to English champions has captivated soccer lovers everywhere, but also prompted predictions that the team could be broken up in the off-season as bigger clubs look to poach their best players. "We are not the team that will sell players for money," said Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha, the club's vice chairman and Vichai's son, in comments reported by Thai website Manager. "So, I can confirm that we will keep all major players with the team, such as Jamie Vardy, Riyad Mahrez, N'Golo Kante or Kasper Schmeichel."

Did you know? Man United was founded as Newton Heath in 1878...

Did you know? Man United was founded as Newton Heath in 1878...

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

Manchester United is no stranger to ownership tussles and the rough and tumble of financial markets.

Analysis: Shrewd, big bucks signings make EPL a winner

Analysis: Shrewd, big bucks signings make EPL a winner

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

For Manchester United, the answer to a slump in form or a crisis of confidence comes in 50 pound notes. Millions of them.

David Beckham back in Miami eyeing a Major League Soccer team

David Beckham back in Miami eyeing a Major League Soccer team

Rediff.com14 Nov 2013

Retired English soccer star David Beckham toured potential stadium sites in Miami on Wednesday, signalling he is forging ahead with his interest in owning a new Major League franchise in the United States.

COVID-19 impact: 50 or 60 clubs could go bust next year

COVID-19 impact: 50 or 60 clubs could go bust next year

Rediff.com25 May 2020

Huddersfield Town owner Phil Hodgkinson said the worst case scenario would be playing next season without fans allowed to attend matches, leaving many clubs without their major source of income.

Football Briefs: Real stage comeback, Costa strikes in Atletico win

Football Briefs: Real stage comeback, Costa strikes in Atletico win

Rediff.com19 Feb 2018

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

PIX: Messi penalty gives Argentina winning start; Belgium held

PIX: Messi penalty gives Argentina winning start; Belgium held

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

Argentina got their World Cup qualifying campaign off to the perfect start on Thursday when Lionel Messi's early penalty gave them a 1-0 win over Ecuador in a lacklustre match in Buenos Aires.

Here's why soccer fans are heading to Belarus

Here's why soccer fans are heading to Belarus

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

With professional soccer at a virtual standstill around the globe, fans in need of their weekly fix are turning to the Belarusian Premier League to fill the void as it carries on with matches despite the coronavirus outbreak.

Man City banned from European competition for two seasons by UEFA

Man City banned from European competition for two seasons by UEFA

Rediff.com15 Feb 2020

UEFA announced in a statement that City had committed "serious breaches" of the rules while the Premier League club swiftly said on their website that they will appeal the decision to the Lausanne-based Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).

Own Goal! Europe's Protests Over Qatar's Human Rights

Own Goal! Europe's Protests Over Qatar's Human Rights

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

The rumblings of discontent from Righteous Europe over Qatar's admittedly appalling human rights record can only be viewed as deeply disingenuous and phoney, argues Kanika Datta.

Football Extras: Roma and Inter share spoils in Serie A thriller

Football Extras: Roma and Inter share spoils in Serie A thriller

Rediff.com3 Dec 2018

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

Legend Aguero to leave Manchester City at end of season

Legend Aguero to leave Manchester City at end of season

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

Premier League leaders City said a statue will be erected outside the Etihad Stadium in the Argentine's honour, alongside those of his former team mates David Silva and Vincent Kompany.

PIX: Ronaldo double lifts Juventus to win; Sevilla down Osasuna

PIX: Ronaldo double lifts Juventus to win; Sevilla down Osasuna

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Juventus strolled to a 3-0 home win over bottom side Crotone in the Italian Serie A on Monday, with the victory taking the champions up to third in the standings.

What Next for Indian Hockey?

What Next for Indian Hockey?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2021

It is important that these events do not remain one-offs. It is crucial that India sets long-term targets, and not solely depend on foreign coaches from regions that continue to produce some of the finest talents in the world, asserts Arindam Roy.

PHOTOS: Mane sinks Norwich as Liverpool go 25 points clear

PHOTOS: Mane sinks Norwich as Liverpool go 25 points clear

Rediff.com16 Feb 2020

Liverpool's Sadio Mane marked his return from injury with a late goal to break Norwich City's resistance and secure a 1-0 win on Saturday to extend his side's Premier League lead to 25 points.

West Ham to send football experts to India

West Ham to send football experts to India

Rediff.com4 May 2011

Experts from English Premier League (EPL) side West Ham United will soon be visiting the capital to conduct a 'Player Identification' camp and workshops for coaches and parents.

PIX: Manchester United suffer first defeat under Rangnick

PIX: Manchester United suffer first defeat under Rangnick

Rediff.com4 Jan 2022

Manchester United suffered their first defeat under interim manager Ralf Rangnick, falling to a 1-0 loss at home to Wolverhampton Wanderers in the English Premier League on Monday.

Ronaldo's return to United sparks hopes of reviving glory days

Ronaldo's return to United sparks hopes of reviving glory days

Rediff.com28 Aug 2021

They say never go back, but United fans had been longing for Ronaldo to rejoin their side for many years, more in forlorn hope than anything else.

EPL: Everton beat Chelsea; Arsenal earn crucial win

EPL: Everton beat Chelsea; Arsenal earn crucial win

Rediff.com2 May 2022

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Sunday.

EPL PIX: City four points clear at top; Chelsea finally win!

EPL PIX: City four points clear at top; Chelsea finally win!

Rediff.com7 May 2023

Images from the English Premier League matches on Saturday.

Football PIX: Ajax complete Dutch double; Lazio win Coppa Italia

Football PIX: Ajax complete Dutch double; Lazio win Coppa Italia

Rediff.com16 May 2019

Ajax Amsterdam registered a 4-1 win at De Graafschap, their first title since 2014 and a record-extending 34th overall completed the double after they won the KNVB Cup earlier this month.

PICS: Liverpool down Ajax with late goal; Bayern sink Barca

PICS: Liverpool down Ajax with late goal; Bayern sink Barca

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

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

Salah signs new long-term deal with Liverpool

Salah signs new long-term deal with Liverpool

Rediff.com2 Jul 2018

Mohamed Salah had a remarkable first season with Liverpool, scoring 44 goals in all competitions and helping the club reach the Champions League final

Bulgarian footballer denied work permit by UK govt

Bulgarian footballer denied work permit by UK govt

Rediff.com1 Sep 2010

Litex Lovech striker Ivelin Popov's hopes of joining English Premier League club Blackburn Rovers were dashed after an application for a work permit was rejected by the British government.

Football Briefs: Mourinho set to drop players for United's FA Cup semi-final

Football Briefs: Mourinho set to drop players for United's FA Cup semi-final

Rediff.com17 Apr 2018

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

Liverpool flop Borini lifts gloom at Stadium of Light

Liverpool flop Borini lifts gloom at Stadium of Light

Rediff.com27 Oct 2013

Liverpool flop Fabio Borini finally got Sunderland's English Premier League campaign up and running with a derby winner against bitter rivals Newcastle.

Tottenham appoint Conte as manager after sacking Nuno

Tottenham appoint Conte as manager after sacking Nuno

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

Tottenham Hotspur have named Antonio Conte as manager until the summer of 2023, the English Premier League club said on Tuesday, a day after sacking Portuguese coach Nuno Espirito Santo.

Chelsea complete Sterling signing; Raphinha joins Barca

Chelsea complete Sterling signing; Raphinha joins Barca

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

England forward Raheem Sterling joined Chelsea on a five-year contract from Manchester City, the two English Premier League clubs announced on Wednesday.

Zambrotta reckons hosting under-17 World Cup good for India's future

Zambrotta reckons hosting under-17 World Cup good for India's future

Rediff.com18 Nov 2016

The 2006 FIFA World Cup winner and Delhi Dynamos coach says 'ISL can also improve Indian players by having good coaches, academies which will help to grow Indian football'

Can Klopp keep Liverpool's title-winning squad intact?

Can Klopp keep Liverpool's title-winning squad intact?

Rediff.com28 Jun 2020

Liverpool's 30-year wait for their 19th English top-flight title ended on Thursday after second-placed Manchester City were beaten by Chelsea, giving Juergen Klopp's side an unassailable 23-point lead with seven games left.

Sports Shorts: Al-Hilal cry foul over Champions League 'blunders'

Sports Shorts: Al-Hilal cry foul over Champions League 'blunders'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

Saudi club Al-Hilal have furiously demanded a formal probe into the appointment of the referees for the Asian Champions League final, which they lost 1-0 on aggregate to Australia's Western Sydney Wanderers last weekend.