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How Ronaldo celebrated Juve's Serie A title win

How Ronaldo celebrated Juve's Serie A title win

Rediff.com28 Jul 2020

The UEFA Champions League resumes this week and this family time will be an ideal break to get back to business.

Here's why Barcelona don't believe in second miracle comeback

Here's why Barcelona don't believe in second miracle comeback

Rediff.com12 Apr 2017

Barcelona are on the verge of Champions League elimination after being thrashed 3-0 by Juventus in Turin on Tuesday, and few believe lightning can strike twice.

Real Madrid thrash old rivals Barca to win Super Cup

Real Madrid thrash old rivals Barca to win Super Cup

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Vinicius Jr scored a hat-trick in the first half as Real Madrid were crowned Spanish Super Cup champions

Spanish footballer gets 4 years in jail for sexual abuse

Spanish footballer gets 4 years in jail for sexual abuse

Rediff.com4 May 2022

A Spanish court has handed soccer player Santi Mina a four-year prison sentence for sexually abusing a woman in the southern town of Mojacar in 2017

Catalan referendum fallout: Barcelona could play outside La Liga

Catalan referendum fallout: Barcelona could play outside La Liga

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

'We are going through difficult and complicated moments and with respect to what could happen in the future we will take it on with calm and wisdom'

No team better than Barca; Real will be defensive, claims Luis Enrique

No team better than Barca; Real will be defensive, claims Luis Enrique

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

'Barca are the best team around and when we play as we know how we are unstoppable'

Mbappe powers PSG past 10-man Barca into CL semis

Mbappe powers PSG past 10-man Barca into CL semis

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

Kylian Mbappe scored twice in the second half to help his side to a 4-1 comeback win at 10-man Barcelona

What makes Suarez special to any team set-up? Wenger explains

What makes Suarez special to any team set-up? Wenger explains

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger used to dream about Luis Suarez, the signing that got away, and he will be hoping the Uruguayan striker doesn't give him nightmares when holders Barcelona visit in the Champions League on Tuesday.

La Liga PHOTOS: Barcelona receive Malaga shock at home

La Liga PHOTOS: Barcelona receive Malaga shock at home

Rediff.com22 Feb 2015

A lacklustre Barcelona squandered the chance to go top of La Liga after crashing to a shock 1-0 home defeat by Malaga on Saturday.

'The referee's performance was a disaster'

'The referee's performance was a disaster'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

Xavi furious at referee as Barcelona knocked out by PSG

Lewandowski magic lifts Barca to victory

Lewandowski magic lifts Barca to victory

Rediff.com18 Aug 2024

Robert Lewandowski's brace earned depleted Barcelona a 2-1 comeback win at Valencia

First Look: Barcelona present new signing Coutinho

First Look: Barcelona present new signing Coutinho

Rediff.com8 Jan 2018

Philippe Coutinho's versatility makes him a great acquisition for Barcelona, coach Ernesto Valverde said on Sunday as the Brazilian made his first public appearance at the Nou Camp following his 142-million-pound ($192.57-million) move from Liverpool.

Barcelona sign Sergio Aguero from Man City

Barcelona sign Sergio Aguero from Man City

Rediff.com31 May 2021

Aguero is expected to be the first of a number of arrivals at the Camp Nou this summer

G.O.A.T. turns 33

G.O.A.T. turns 33

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

Social media goes berserk as Leo celebrates his birthday.

King's Cup: Barcelona thrash Real Sociedad to reach semis

King's Cup: Barcelona thrash Real Sociedad to reach semis

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez were on target as holders Barcelona thrashed Real Sociedad 5-2 to reach the King's Cup semi-finals for the seventh successive year with a 6-2 aggregate victory on Thursday.

Messi no longer sure about future at Barcelona, hints at exit

Messi no longer sure about future at Barcelona, hints at exit

Rediff.com18 Nov 2014

Argentina captain Lionel Messi has given the strongest hint yet he could consider leaving Barcelona, saying in an interview published in Ole newspaper on Tuesday "things can change a lot in soccer".

Barca's youth eager to make most of opportunities during transfer ban

Barca's youth eager to make most of opportunities during transfer ban

Rediff.com1 Aug 2015

Barcelona's famed youth academy has taken a back seat to big-name signings in recent years but as a result of the FIFA transfer ban imposed on the club, promising youngsters have been given a chance to shine in Luis Enrique's side.

La Liga: Barca drop points against struggling Espanyol

La Liga: Barca drop points against struggling Espanyol

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

Barcelona started strongly, with Gavi stinging the palms of Espanyol goalkeeper Alvaro Fernandez in the sixth minute, shortly before Alonso glanced a header into the net, following a corner.

Barcelona...one down, two to go

Barcelona...one down, two to go

Rediff.com18 May 2015

Barcelona wrap up 23rd La Liga crown with Lionel Messi goal.

Barcelona to let fans decide on the new Camp Nou

Barcelona to let fans decide on the new Camp Nou

Rediff.com11 Dec 2013

Barcelona will ask their fans to decide on whether the club should rebuild their CampNou stadium or move to a new site, vice-president Javier Faus told local radio on Tuesday.

Messi can play in Qatar 2022 World Cup: Xavi

Messi can play in Qatar 2022 World Cup: Xavi

Rediff.com5 May 2020

The 32-year-old Messi scored 24 goals this season in all competitions before the coronavirus pandemic brought the football season to a standstill.

Messi set for Champions League return in time for Roma visit

Messi set for Champions League return in time for Roma visit

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

Lionel Messi is set for his first start for nearly two months when Barcelona, fresh from pulverising Real Madrid 4-0 at the weekend, set their sights on Champions League qualification when AS Roma visit the Nou Camp on Tuesday.

La Liga: Messi still doubtful starter for Clasico

La Liga: Messi still doubtful starter for Clasico

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

'Messi is a player that makes a difference in all games and in Clasicos he has always made a big impact but we will have to see if he is ready' 'You never know what can happen in these types of games and when you start as favourite it can often go wrong'

El Clasico, PIX: Real Madrid down Barca to go top

El Clasico, PIX: Real Madrid down Barca to go top

Rediff.com16 Oct 2022

IMAGES from the El Clasico match played at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu in Madrid on Sunday.

Watch: Barca captain Iniesta's goodbye to boyhood club, fans

Watch: Barca captain Iniesta's goodbye to boyhood club, fans

Rediff.com21 May 2018

Barca's fans held up a mosaic before the game reading "Infinite Iniesta". They later revealed a banner saying "Thanks for so much" in tribute to a player who came through the club's academy and spent 16 years pulling the strings in midfield, winning nine Liga titles, four Champions Leagues and six domestic Cups.

Champions League PIX: Atletico stun Barcelona at fortress

Champions League PIX: Atletico stun Barcelona at fortress

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

Holders Barcelona crashed out of the Champions League after being stifled by a brilliantly well-organised Atletico Madrid.

Aguero, Benzema join Ronaldo and Messi on Ballon d'Or shortlist

Aguero, Benzema join Ronaldo and Messi on Ballon d'Or shortlist

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

Real's Cristiano Ronaldo will be going in search of his third consecutive World Player of the Year award

Spanish court drops fraud investigation against Neymar

Spanish court drops fraud investigation against Neymar

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

Spain's High Court said on Friday it had dropped a fraud and corruption investigation into Brazilian soccer captain and Barcelona player Neymar saying no crime had been committed. Charges were also dropped against his father and agent Neymar Da Silva Santos, former Barcelona president Sandro Rossell and ex-Santos president Odilio Rodrigues, according to a written ruling.

Spanish prosecutors DROP fraud charges against Neymar

Spanish prosecutors DROP fraud charges against Neymar

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

'There is not the slightest hint of crime'

La Liga PHOTOS: Messi's 400th goal boosts Barca title bid

La Liga PHOTOS: Messi's 400th goal boosts Barca title bid

Rediff.com18 Apr 2015

Barcelona's Lionel Messi hit his 400th career goal for the La Liga leaders.

Setback! Messi ruled out of Club World Cup semi-final

Setback! Messi ruled out of Club World Cup semi-final

Rediff.com17 Dec 2015

Barcelona forward Lionel Messi was ruled out of their Club World Cup semi-final on Thursday after suffering from abdominal pain, the European champions said.

Messi given two-game ban for Super Cup red card

Messi given two-game ban for Super Cup red card

Rediff.com19 Jan 2021

The Spanish soccer federation (RFEF) said on Tuesday Messi had been banned for two matches, meaning he will miss Thursday's Copa del Rey last-32 tie at Cornella and Sunday's La Liga match away to Elche.

Barca, Bilbao face fines for politically-motivated whistles at King's Cup

Barca, Bilbao face fines for politically-motivated whistles at King's Cup

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

Barcelona, Athletic Bilbao and the Spanish football federation face fines over politically-motivated whistles and banners during last season's King's Cup final at the Nou Camp, the Spanish government said on Monday.

Tiring 'MSN' trident shouldering blame for Barcelona slump

Tiring 'MSN' trident shouldering blame for Barcelona slump

Rediff.com19 Apr 2016

Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Neymar were being touted as the best strike force in soccer history a month ago as they spearheaded Barcelona's record unbeaten run but the tiring trio are now taking the blame as the club's season unravels.

Neymar's row with Barca intensifies

Neymar's row with Barca intensifies

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

Neymar's acrimonious split from Barcelona escalated on Thursday as the Paris St Germain forward announced plans to sue the La Liga club, two days after Barca revealed they were suing the Brazilian over breach of contract.

La Liga derby: Barcelona boosted by Iniesta return

La Liga derby: Barcelona boosted by Iniesta return

Rediff.com5 Dec 2014

Barcelona have been boosted by the successful return from injury of talismanic playmaker Andres Iniesta as they prepare to host city rivals Espanyol in La Liga on Sunday.

PIX: Las Palmas stun Atletico; Barca rally past Celta Vigo

PIX: Las Palmas stun Atletico; Barca rally past Celta Vigo

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

A summary of Saturday's action in LaLiga, Serie A, Bundesliga and Ligue 1.

PIX: Spain's first transgender football team

PIX: Spain's first transgender football team

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Fenix's first game of the season on September 21 ended with a 19-0 defeat. But for its fans and players, trans men having the right to play their favourite sport on equal terms is far more important than the score.

La Liga: Messi and co 'angry' after Barcelona drop points at home

La Liga: Messi and co 'angry' after Barcelona drop points at home

Rediff.com30 Sep 2018

'We have to improve and become stronger in defence, which is the most important thing.'

Barcelona reveal Neymar deal cost almost 118 million dollars

Barcelona reveal Neymar deal cost almost 118 million dollars

Rediff.com25 Jan 2014

The deal to sign Neymar cost Barcelona 86.2 million euros (71.47 million pounds), including payments to the forward and his family, the club said on Friday after the player's father revoked a confidentiality agreement.