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EPL: Pep talk ended Manchester City's title bid, says Pellegrini

EPL: Pep talk ended Manchester City's title bid, says Pellegrini

Rediff.com18 Apr 2016

ManchesterCity's Premier League title challenge derailed once the club announced Pep Guardiola would take charge from next season, outgoing manager Manuel Pellegrini has said.

Football Briefs: Guardiola accepts FA charge for wearing yellow ribbon

Football Briefs: Guardiola accepts FA charge for wearing yellow ribbon

Rediff.com6 Mar 2018

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

Is veteran keeper Szczesny ready to leave Arsenal?

Is veteran keeper Szczesny ready to leave Arsenal?

Rediff.com17 Apr 2015

The Polish keeper's future in doubt as David Ospina impressive for Gunners in front of goal this season

Why some Iranians want their own country banned from World Cup

Why some Iranians want their own country banned from World Cup

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

A group of current and former Iranian sportspeople say they have no choice but to turn on their own country, citing what they called state-sponsored violence and discrimination against ordinary Iranians, especially women.

Football: France striker Giroud joins AC Milan from Chelsea

Football: France striker Giroud joins AC Milan from Chelsea

Rediff.com17 Jul 2021

UEFA announces UCL final hosts for next four seasons.

PIX: Terrific Treble! Man City crowned champs

PIX: Terrific Treble! Man City crowned champs

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

Manchester City clinched the Champions League title to seal their treble in a sensational season.

'Players views must be respected'

'Players views must be respected'

Rediff.com19 May 2021

'We appreciate your support all over the world'

FA seek evidence of racism claims against Ferdinands

FA seek evidence of racism claims against Ferdinands

Rediff.com30 Mar 2013

The English FA has yet to establish whether England fans sang a racist song aimed at brothers Rio and Anton Ferdinand during the World Cup qualifier against San Marino, the organisation said in a statement.

Photos: Ferguson signs off managerial career on a high

Photos: Ferguson signs off managerial career on a high

Rediff.com20 May 2013

Photos of Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson's last game at West Brom

Hiddink gets another chance to revive Chelsea's fortunes

Hiddink gets another chance to revive Chelsea's fortunes

Rediff.com19 Dec 2015

Dutchman Guus Hiddink was named as Premier League champions Chelsea's interim manager for a second time on Saturday following the sacking of Jose Mourinho, the club said in a statement.

Zidane, Man City's Aguero tests positive for COVID-19

Zidane, Man City's Aguero tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane has tested positive for the coronavirus, the La Liga club said in a statement on Friday.

PIX: Liverpool sink Manchester City for Community Shield

PIX: Liverpool sink Manchester City for Community Shield

Rediff.com31 Jul 2022

Liverpool's new striker Darwin Nunez scored a late goal on his debut as they drew first blood in this season's rivalry with Manchester City after a 3-1 win in Saturday's Community Shield.

Has Manchester become 'boring' United under Mourinho?

Has Manchester become 'boring' United under Mourinho?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

Louis van Gaal believes the club have become more boring under his successor Jose Mourinho, saying he would prefer to watch local rivals and Premier League leaders Manchester City in action.

'City not finished yet, desperate to win treble'

'City not finished yet, desperate to win treble'

Rediff.com13 May 2019

Pep Guardiola's insatiable team were already thinking beyond the magnificent 2018-19 campaign and contemplating a third straight English title win next season with the Spaniard having said they will get even better.

Arsenal great Rice in hospital with cancer - reports

Arsenal great Rice in hospital with cancer - reports

Rediff.com28 Nov 2013

Former Arsenal fullback and assistant manager Pat Rice, who served the English Premier League club for 44 years, has been admitted to hospital with cancer, British media reported.

PIX: Arsenal crash out; Liverpool, Spurs survive scares

PIX: Arsenal crash out; Liverpool, Spurs survive scares

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

Arsenal became the highest-profile casualties of the FA Cup third round as the 14-time winners lost 1-0 at Nottingham Forest, but Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur avoided early exits after scares against lower-league sides on Sunday.

Jose Mourinho appointed as Manchester United boss?

Jose Mourinho appointed as Manchester United boss?

Rediff.com26 May 2016

Former Chelsea and Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has been confirmed as the new boss at Manchester United as per reports in the English media. Reports suggests Mourinho has concluded his talks with United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward and agreed a deal to take charge at Old Trafford.

Major soccer stadium disasters over the last 40 years

Major soccer stadium disasters over the last 40 years

Rediff.com2 Oct 2022

A look at some of the major disasters in soccer stadiums over the last 40 years following Saturday's stampede at a football match in the Indonesian province of East Java which left several dead.

Sports Shorts: Terry signs new contract at Chelsea

Sports Shorts: Terry signs new contract at Chelsea

Rediff.com13 May 2014

Chelsea captain John Terry has signed a new one-year contract, the Premier League club said on their website (www.chelseafc.com) on Tuesday. The 33-year-old central defender has played more than 500 games for Chelsea since joining them as a 14-year-old in 1991.

Oops! Ronaldo calls Saudi Arabia as South Africa during Al-Nassr unveiling

Oops! Ronaldo calls Saudi Arabia as South Africa during Al-Nassr unveiling

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

Ronaldo joined Al Nassr last week on a 2-1/2 year deal estimated by media to be worth more than 200 million euros ($210.94 million).

Liverpool apologise over fresh racial abuse claims

Liverpool apologise over fresh racial abuse claims

Rediff.com9 Jan 2012

Liverpool have offered an apology over the alleged racist abuse suffered by Oldham Athletic's Tom Adeyemi at Anfield during Friday's third round FA Cup match for which a spectator was arrested and charged over the weekend.

Giggs to captain Britain's Olympic football team

Giggs to captain Britain's Olympic football team

Rediff.com8 Jul 2012

Ryan Giggs will captain Britain's football team at the London Olympics, head coach Stuart Pearce said on Sunday.

Champions League: Will Drogba get warm reception on Stamford Bridge return?

Champions League: Will Drogba get warm reception on Stamford Bridge return?

Rediff.com17 Mar 2014

Former Chelsea great Didier Drogba does not know how he will react when he returns to Stamford Bridge with his Galatasaray team on Tuesday for their Champions League last-16 second leg, the Ivorian striker said.

Nigeria heroes Mikel and Moses can lift Chelsea: Benitez

Nigeria heroes Mikel and Moses can lift Chelsea: Benitez

Rediff.com16 Feb 2013

The return of African Nations Cup heroes John Obi Mikel and Victor Moses will add an extra dimension to Chelsea's squad for the last three months of the season, interim manager Rafael Benitez said.

Soccer Extras: Silva to leave Man City; Lampard linked with Chelsea

Soccer Extras: Silva to leave Man City; Lampard linked with Chelsea

Rediff.com26 Jun 2019

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

Football: Guardiola calls for fewer teams in EPL

Football: Guardiola calls for fewer teams in EPL

Rediff.com23 Jan 2021

De Bruyne out for up to six weeks due to injury, says Guardiola.

Appeal rejected, Kompany to serve four-match ban

Appeal rejected, Kompany to serve four-match ban

Rediff.com11 Jan 2012

Manchester City centre-back Vincent Kompany will serve a four-match ban after the FA dismissed his appeal on Tuesday against the red card he was shown in last weekend's defeat by Manchester United.

Former United manager Sexton dies at 82

Former United manager Sexton dies at 82

Rediff.com26 Nov 2012

Former Manchester United and Chelsea manager Dave Sexton has died aged 82, the English Football Association said in a statement on Sunday.

'It's over' says Van Gaal amid Mourinho reports

'It's over' says Van Gaal amid Mourinho reports

Rediff.com22 May 2016

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal left the squad's hotel on Sunday saying "it's over" amid reports he was about to be replaced by Jose Mourinho. Dutch boss Van Gaal was greeted by waiting Red Devils fans following United's FA Cup final win over Crystal Palace at Wembley on Saturday. When asked by a Sky Sports reporter if he had time to talk, Van Gaal replied: "It's over." Whether that meant he had been sacked by United was not immediately clear. But the 64-year-old former Netherlands manager's brief remark will fuel speculation he is on his way out of Old Trafford. No sooner had United lifted the FA Cup then reports in the British media emerged that former Chelsea boss Mourinho would be replacing one-time mentor Van Gaal.

Former United, Barca manager Van Gaal ends career after family tragedy

Former United, Barca manager Van Gaal ends career after family tragedy

Rediff.com17 Jan 2017

Former Manchester United and Netherlands manager Louis van Gaal ended his coaching career following a family tragedy.

What Manchester United MUST do to beat Liverpool...

What Manchester United MUST do to beat Liverpool...

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

Jose Mourinho's United side have 62 points and lead the Merseyside club by two with nine game remaining.

Football Briefs: Neymar out for 'six to eight weeks'

Football Briefs: Neymar out for 'six to eight weeks'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2018

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

Defiant Van Gaal booed by United fans after season finale

Defiant Van Gaal booed by United fans after season finale

Rediff.com18 May 2016

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal blamed injuries and unrealistic expectations for his team's disappointing season after a 3-1 win over Bournemouth on Tuesday confirmed a fifth place finish in the Premier League.

England women ditch white shorts after period concerns

England women ditch white shorts after period concerns

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

European champions England will wear blue shorts for both their home and away kits for this month's friendlies

PIX! Arsenal survive massive scare

PIX! Arsenal survive massive scare

Rediff.com5 Mar 2023

Arsenal survived a massive scare as they registered a thrilling Premier League win over Bournemouth to remain on top of the table.

Southgate to coach England until 2022 World Cup

Southgate to coach England until 2022 World Cup

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

Southgate, who had two years left on his deal, will now lead England into the Euro 2020 tournament and the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Cardiff to host 2017 Champions League final

Cardiff to host 2017 Champions League final

Rediff.com30 Jun 2015

The Millennium Stadium in Cardiff will host the 2017 Champions League final, UEFA general secretary Gianni Infantino said on Tuesday. The Friends Arena in Stockholm will be the venue for the 2017 Europa League final.

Liverpool to begin EPL title defence against Leeds

Liverpool to begin EPL title defence against Leeds

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

City were due to open their season against Aston Villa and United against Burnley but those games will be moved.

Mourinho silly and disrespectful, says Wenger

Mourinho silly and disrespectful, says Wenger

Rediff.com17 Feb 2014

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger continued the war of words with Jose Mourinho on Sunday, calling the Chelsea coach's criticism of him 48 hours earlier "silly disrespectful remarks".

Hudson says Torres can succeed Osgood

Hudson says Torres can succeed Osgood

Rediff.com19 Oct 2012

Former Chelsea playmaker Alan Hudson has waited almost 40 years for a new Peter Osgood and now he believes Fernando Torres can finally fill the boots of the 'King of Stamford Bridge'.