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Football World Finally Has Its GOAT

Football World Finally Has Its GOAT

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

He has won a Copa America, 11 league titles, four Champions League titles, three Club World Cups and three UEFA Super Cups. Now he has the most coveted one of all.

Why Russia cannot compete at 2022 World Cup under own flag

Why Russia cannot compete at 2022 World Cup under own flag

Rediff.com10 Dec 2019

The World Anti-Doping Agency banned Russia from the world's top sporting events for four years, a period that includes the next summer and winter Olympics and the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, for tampering with doping-related laboratory data. The sanctions against Russia, the host of last year's soccer World Cup, also bar it from hosting major sporting events for a four-year period or applying to host new events in that period.

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.

Before World Cup game, Sweden forced to evacuate team hotel

Before World Cup game, Sweden forced to evacuate team hotel

Rediff.com7 Jul 2018

Sweden's players suffered a rude awakening ahead of their World Cup quarter-final clash with England when the fire alarm went off at their hotel in Samara on Saturday morning, leading it to be evacuated.

'World Cup third place ensures legacy for Belgian football'

'World Cup third place ensures legacy for Belgian football'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2018

A third place finish at the World Cup on Saturday leaves a strong legacy for Belgian football, coach Roberto Martinez said

Amarjit named India captain for FIFA U-17 World Cup

Amarjit named India captain for FIFA U-17 World Cup

Rediff.com19 Sep 2017

Midfielder Amarjit Singh has been unanimously elected as the captain of Indian team for the upcoming FIFA Under-17 World Cup to be held next month.

Iceland fired up for World Cup thunderclap

Iceland fired up for World Cup thunderclap

Rediff.com6 Jun 2018

An inhospitable climate and the smallest population of any World Cup nation have failed to dampen Iceland's burning desire

Classic moments of the Football World Cup (1930 to 1950)

Classic moments of the Football World Cup (1930 to 1950)

Rediff.com10 Jun 2014

The first of a five part history of the World Cup from Uruguay in 1930 up to the preparations for the 2014 finals in Brazil.

Will Modi sing ole ole? Brazil invites PM Modi to watch FIFA finals

Will Modi sing ole ole? Brazil invites PM Modi to watch FIFA finals

Rediff.com16 Jun 2014

He just finished his first foreign visit as prime minister and now PM Narendra Modi has has been invited to witness the final of the World Cup football currently being held in Brazil.

From Bad To Worse: How Indian Football Fared In 2025

From Bad To Worse: How Indian Football Fared In 2025

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

Indian football remained in a state of terminal decline after experiencing arguably its darkest phase in a year marked by severe administrative crisis, court hearings, financial issues, absence of domestic leagues, and a steep decline in performance of the senior men's team.

FIFA WC: Mbappe misses training ahead of quarters

FIFA WC: Mbappe misses training ahead of quarters

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

Mbappe, 23, scored twice as the defending champions beat Poland 3-1 in the last 16, taking his tally to five goals in Qatar and nine overall at the World Cup.

Spain and Italy paired in 2018 World Cup draw

Spain and Italy paired in 2018 World Cup draw

Rediff.com26 Jul 2015

Spain and Italy were placed in the same qualifying group for the 2018 World Cup in Russia, as were the Netherlands and France, but holders Germany were handed a kinder campaign with the Czech Republic their chief rivals in the draw made on Saturday.

Deschamps hails French character after World Cup semis win

Deschamps hails French character after World Cup semis win

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

"I'm very happy for my players, we showed character and the right mentality, it was very hard for us tonight. We worked hard defensively."

'Ireland participation in World Cup impossible'

'Ireland participation in World Cup impossible'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2009

FIFA dashed any lingering Irish hopes of playing in next year's World Cup finals on Tuesday by declaring it would be impossible to add a 33rd team to the tournament.

'In 15 years an African team will win the World Cup'

'In 15 years an African team will win the World Cup'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2022

Proud Morocco want to build African legacy after World Cup run, says Regragui

Russia record holder Ignashevich retires after World Cup exit

Russia record holder Ignashevich retires after World Cup exit

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

The 38-year-old defender, who spent his entire club career at Russian clubs, was a key member of Russia's run to the last eight at their home tournament, having played in each of their five matches.

FIFA opens disciplinary proceedings against Uruguay

FIFA opens disciplinary proceedings against Uruguay

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

FIFA also opened proceedings against the Uruguayan Football Association (AUF) over potential breaches of fair play rules.

World Cup diary: Iceland fans show their Viking spirit

World Cup diary: Iceland fans show their Viking spirit

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

Postal service worker Kristbjorn Hilmir Kjartansson and his friend Gretar Jonsson, a film student, took 14 days to make the trip from Reykjavik to Volgograd.

Messi's Argentina Celebrate Final Berth

Messi's Argentina Celebrate Final Berth

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

This is Argentina's 6th final and their second shot at the trophy in the last two attempts. They were beaten by Germany in the 2014 final.

Russia, Qatar take World Cup to new lands

Russia, Qatar take World Cup to new lands

Rediff.com3 Dec 2010

FIFA gave its ultimate recognition to emerging markets on Thursday by awarding the 2018 and 2022 editions of the prestigious and lucrative World Cup soccer finals to Russia and Qatar, both new hosts.

France take on Ukraine for World Cup golden ticket

France take on Ukraine for World Cup golden ticket

Rediff.com21 Oct 2013

Former world champions France will play Ukraine for a place in the World Cup finals in Brazil next year with the advantage of the second leg at home following the draw for the European playoffs.

Australia concerns over Brazil World Cup security

Australia concerns over Brazil World Cup security

Rediff.com12 Nov 2013

Australia have concerns over security at next year's World Cup finals in Brazil because of the civil unrest in the South American country, Football Federation Australia chief David Gallop said on Tuesday.

Scandal hit FIFA suspends bidding for 2026 World Cup

Scandal hit FIFA suspends bidding for 2026 World Cup

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

Scandal-plagued FIFA postponed the bidding for the right to host the 2026 World Cup.

Messi shortlisted for FIFA Best Men's Player award

Messi shortlisted for FIFA Best Men's Player award

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

Real Madrid's Karim Benzema, who won the 2022 Ballon d'Or award, is also in the shortlist.

Fans will shell out $105 to $1100 on World Cup tickets

Fans will shell out $105 to $1100 on World Cup tickets

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

Tickets for next year's World Cup in Russia will go on sale from Thursday with prices ranging from $105 for the cheapest seats at group stage matches to $1,100 for the most expensive seats at the final, FIFA said on Tuesday.

India has already set U-17 World Cup record!

India has already set U-17 World Cup record!

Rediff.com2 Oct 2017

India, hosting its first ever FIFA tournament in the U-17 World Cup, will set the record of having the farthest distance between two venues in the event's history.

North America 2026 World Cup bid outscores Morocco after inspection

North America 2026 World Cup bid outscores Morocco after inspection

Rediff.com2 Jun 2018

The three-nation United States-led bid to host the 2026 World Cup outscored its rival Morocco as both passed an inspection of their facilities and infrastructure, global soccer body FIFA said on Friday.

FIFA Drops Schedule for 2026 WC: See Who Plays Where

FIFA Drops Schedule for 2026 WC: See Who Plays Where

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

New Jersey awarded 2026 World Cup final, Mexico gets opener

No club compensation for a 2022 winter World Cup: FIFA

No club compensation for a 2022 winter World Cup: FIFA

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

FIFA announced that clubs will not get compensation for losing players and suffering domestic disruption due to a 2022 winter World Cup in Qatar.

FIFA chief's radical proposal to popularise Club World Cup

FIFA chief's radical proposal to popularise Club World Cup

Rediff.com18 Nov 2016

'That's what we're trying to do, by creating a tournament that is much more attractive than the current one, with more quality among participants and more clubs. That will attract more sponsors and television companies from around the world'

FIFA WC: Argentina and Messi are World Champions

FIFA WC: Argentina and Messi are World Champions

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

Argentina dominated the opening stages and earned the penalty when Di Maria was fouled by Ousmane Dembele, with Messi sending France keeper Hugo Lloris the wrong way to move to the top of the goalscoring charts in Qatar.

FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in India in Feb-March next year

FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in India in Feb-March next year

Rediff.com12 May 2020

The postponed FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup in India was on Tuesday rescheduled to next year from February 17 to March 7 after the world body made a "thorough assessment" of the situation arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic. The tournament was originally scheduled to be held from November 2 to 21 this year but was postponed last month due to the coronavirus outbreak, which brought global sports activities to a grinding halt.

FIFA 'satisfied' with India's preparations to host U-17 World Cup

FIFA 'satisfied' with India's preparations to host U-17 World Cup

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

Expressing satisfaction over the work done at the Yuva Bharati Krirangan, a FIFA inspection team on Thursday proposed few minor changes to turn the facility into a world class stadium. "We inspected the stadium. The planning and work done here is excellent. The work done until now is fruitful and satisfactory. There are minor amendments that need to be done. "We will come back in October to see the final situation. This will become the top stadium in India in future," Jamie Yazra, Head of Events, FIFA U-17 World Cup delegation team, said. While talking about minor changes, Yazra said these will be small fine tunings

U-17 World Cup ticket to cost less than Rs 50 but there's a catch!

U-17 World Cup ticket to cost less than Rs 50 but there's a catch!

Rediff.com14 May 2017

The catch here is that one has to buy the season tickets to get the discount of "about 60 per cent".

Can France emulate World Cup-Euro double?

Can France emulate World Cup-Euro double?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2018

The 44-year-old Pires was a member of the French side and teammate of current national manager Didier Deschamps that won the tournament for the first time at home in 1998.

PIX: Euphoric France dreams of World Cup glory after 20-year wait

PIX: Euphoric France dreams of World Cup glory after 20-year wait

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

France began dreaming of World Cup glory after a two-decade wait after Les Bleus on Tuesday defeated Belgium to reach the final

Women's World Cup: Sweden beat Australia to finish third

Women's World Cup: Sweden beat Australia to finish third

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

Sweden picked up their fourth Women's World Cup bronze medal on Saturday after beating co-hosts Australia 2-0.

Iniesta retires from international football after World Cup exit

Iniesta retires from international football after World Cup exit

Rediff.com2 Jul 2018

Spain icon Andres Iniesta has announced his retirement from international football following the team's exit against Russia.

Four games a day at 2022 World Cup in Qatar

Four games a day at 2022 World Cup in Qatar

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

The tournament's opening game on November 21, will be at the 60,000 capacity Al Bayt Stadium, with its distinctive 'tent' style covering.

Women's World Cup PIX: France edge Brazil; Sweden rout Italy

Women's World Cup PIX: France edge Brazil; Sweden rout Italy

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

Captain Wendie Renard's header seven minutes from time earned France a dramatic 2-1 win over Brazil.