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Bhutia suspended for three matches

Bhutia suspended for three matches

Rediff.com11 Oct 2006

The Mohun Bagan ace was also slapped a fine of Rs 50,000 for arguing with the referee and refusing to leave the field after being shown the red card during the match against archrivals East Bengal on September 26.

Champions League: No reason for Plan B, says UEFA

Champions League: No reason for Plan B, says UEFA

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

'We're monitoring the situation on a daily basis and we'll adapt if we have to.'

AIFF willing to spend to send football team to Asian Games

AIFF willing to spend to send football team to Asian Games

Rediff.com2 Jul 2018

As per the Indian Olympic Association's regulations, only those national teams which are ranked between 1-8 at the continental level, are cleared for the Games.

COVID-19 impact: English FA cuts 124 jobs

COVID-19 impact: English FA cuts 124 jobs

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

The FA said 42 positions were already vacant before the COVID-19 crisis while they are proposing to remove a further 82 roles from the organisation.

ISL footballer Mukhi gets six-month ban for age fraud

ISL footballer Mukhi gets six-month ban for age fraud

Rediff.com25 Nov 2018

The committee found Mukhi guilty on the basis of the evidence presented by him, his admissions and the statements of the manager of Under-16 AIFF academy in 2015.

Revealed! What really happened to Denmark's Eriksen

Revealed! What really happened to Denmark's Eriksen

Rediff.com13 Jun 2021

Eriksen had cardiac arrest but test results are normal, Danish team doctor says

Art 370 verdict upheld sovereignty and integrity of India: Modi

Art 370 verdict upheld sovereignty and integrity of India: Modi

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

With its verdict, the Supreme Court has strengthened the spirit of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat' and has reminded us that what define us are bonds of unity and a shared commitment to good governance.

Batista officially named Argentina coach

Batista officially named Argentina coach

Rediff.com3 Nov 2010

Olympic gold medal-winning coach Sergio Batista was confirmed as expected on Tuesday to succeed Diego Maradona as Argentina's coach until the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.

From Jalandhar to Brazil: Soccer balls turn revenue spinners!

From Jalandhar to Brazil: Soccer balls turn revenue spinners!

Rediff.com6 Jun 2014

Through FIFA-approved vendor brands and OEM players, manufacturers from Ludhiana and Jalandhar have been exporting sports products to Brazil for the mega sporting event.

Coach Martino quits over Argentine FA leadership problems

Coach Martino quits over Argentine FA leadership problems

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

Argentina coach Gerardo Martino resigned on Tuesday citing a leadership vacuum at the Argentine FA (AFA) and problems trying to pick an 18-man squad for the Olympic soccer tournament in Rio de Janeiro in August, the AFA said.

Bayern Munich arrive in Kolkata

Bayern Munich arrive in Kolkata

Rediff.com25 May 2008

The famous German soccer team Bayern Munich arrived in Kolkata on Sunday to play an exhibition match against Mohun Bagan, on Tuesday. Nearly 90,000 tickets for the match on Tuesday have already been sold as it would be the farewell match for ace German goalkeeper Oliver Kahn.

Football Extras: Arsenal to face United in FA Cup fourth round

Football Extras: Arsenal to face United in FA Cup fourth round

Rediff.com8 Jan 2019

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

FIFA move extremely harsh: Bhaichung Bhutia

FIFA move extremely harsh: Bhaichung Bhutia

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

This is the first time the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has been banned by FIFA in its 85 year history.

'Years at Liverpool changed Suarez from good striker to best in the world'

'Years at Liverpool changed Suarez from good striker to best in the world'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

FC Barcelona's Croatia international Rakitic, who joined the La Liga champions in June 2014, believes striker Luis Suarez's spell at Liverpool made him the most feared striker in the world.

AIFF plans women's academy

AIFF plans women's academy

Rediff.com6 Jul 2005

Wales manager Gary Speed found dead at home

Wales manager Gary Speed found dead at home

Rediff.com27 Nov 2011

Wales soccer manager Gary Speed was found dead on Sunday, at the age of 42, the Football Association of Wales (FAW) said in a statement.

Van Nistelrooy quits international arena

Van Nistelrooy quits international arena

Rediff.com5 Aug 2008

Ruud van Nistelrooy has retired from international football, the Dutch Football Association said in a statement.

Henry named Footballer of the Year

Henry named Footballer of the Year

Rediff.com10 May 2004

The Franch striker became the first player to be named England's Footballer of the Year in successive seasons.

FIFA Ethics Committee asks for life ban for Rafael Callejas

FIFA Ethics Committee asks for life ban for Rafael Callejas

Rediff.com9 Nov 2016

FIFA's Ethics Committee on Wednesday called for Rafael Callejas to be banned from soccer for life, alleging the former president of the Honduran Football Association breached the scandal-hit soccer governing body's code of conduct.

FIFA bans Iraq after government interference

FIFA bans Iraq after government interference

Rediff.com21 Nov 2009

Football's governing body FIFA has suspended the Iraqi Football Association (IFA) 'because of government interference'. 'In accordance with FIFA statutes, the clubs and representative teams of Iraq are no longer permitted to take part in international matches, whether friendly or competitive,' read a statement on the FIFA website.

Football Briefs: Juve clinch seventh Serie A title; Neymar wins award

Football Briefs: Juve clinch seventh Serie A title; Neymar wins award

Rediff.com14 May 2018

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

Zico quits as Iraq coach in middle of qualifying campaign

Zico quits as Iraq coach in middle of qualifying campaign

Rediff.com28 Nov 2012

Zico quit as coach of the Iraqi national team on Tuesday after little more than a year in the post, saying the country's soccer association had failed to fulfill the terms of his contract.

Heysel 1985: Football's forgotten tragedy remembered

Heysel 1985: Football's forgotten tragedy remembered

Rediff.com29 May 2015

On the 30th anniversary of the football tragedy, Rediff.com's Bikash Mohapatra, in an exclusive interaction with Italian author Francesco Caremani, discusses the incident that affected so many people, including himself.

World Cup chit-chat: Maradona to cheer Argentina from hotel after 'jinx' claim

World Cup chit-chat: Maradona to cheer Argentina from hotel after 'jinx' claim

Rediff.com25 Jun 2014

Diego Maradona will root for his beloved Argentina from his hotel when they play Nigeria on Wednesday, opting to skip the stadium after the country's Football Association president suggested he had jinxed the team against Iran.

Cricket in Olympics: Multi-billion dollar broadcast market, BCCI's push and ICC pitch perfect presentation

Cricket in Olympics: Multi-billion dollar broadcast market, BCCI's push and ICC pitch perfect presentation

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

A multi-billion dollar broadcast market, the game's most powerful board's positive intent and a perfect pitch by the global body based on a three-fold 'U-P-L' principle ensured cricket's inclusion in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.

Why AIFF withdrew bid to host AFC Asian Cup

Why AIFF withdrew bid to host AFC Asian Cup

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

New AIFF boss focuses on grassroots and youth development than hosting big events.

FIFA hires ex-US prosecutor as defendant in bribery probe

FIFA hires ex-US prosecutor as defendant in bribery probe

Rediff.com6 Jun 2015

World soccer's governing body FIFA has hired a former New York prosecutor to represent it as senior officials face bribery and corruption charges in a US court, a person familiar with the matter said.

IOA chief on why Indian football team was not cleared for Asian Games

IOA chief on why Indian football team was not cleared for Asian Games

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

Indian Olympic Association president Narinder Batra defended football's exclusion from the Asian Games contingent and justified the decision of including lesser known sports like pencak silat, saying they are potential medal winners and there is no place for "also rans" in the squad.

FA will investigate West Ham crowd trouble during EPL match

FA will investigate West Ham crowd trouble during EPL match

Rediff.com11 Sep 2016

The Football Association will investigate reports of crowd trouble among West Ham United supporters at Saturday's Premier League game against Watford.

Egypt's Salah still doubtful for FIFA World Cup opener against Uruguay

Egypt's Salah still doubtful for FIFA World Cup opener against Uruguay

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

'He is gradually getting better. However, I cannot confirm today that he will play in the first match'

Rivalry Reignited! India-Pak face off in SAFF Cup

Rivalry Reignited! India-Pak face off in SAFF Cup

Rediff.com17 May 2023

India and Pakistan to renew football rivalry after five years, clubbed in same group in next month's SAFF Cup

Footballers of the weekend: Suarez shines in Europe

Footballers of the weekend: Suarez shines in Europe

Rediff.com25 Apr 2016

Check out the top footballers of the weekend.

Tchau, Senhor Pele!

Tchau, Senhor Pele!

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

Emotional crowds bid soccer legend Pele a final farewell on Tuesday

PIX: Real Madrid players, fans rally behind Vinicius Jr

PIX: Real Madrid players, fans rally behind Vinicius Jr

Rediff.com25 May 2023

Real Madrid fans and players showed their support for Vinicius Jr who was subjected to racial abuse over the weekend.

Livermore to escape ban for cocaine use

Livermore to escape ban for cocaine use

Rediff.com9 Sep 2015

Hull City midfielder Jake Livermore, who tested positive for cocaine in April, is set to avoid a ban due to extenuating circumstances, British media reported on Wednesday.

Former QPR defender Carlisle fighting for life

Former QPR defender Carlisle fighting for life

Rediff.com23 Dec 2014

Former Queens Park Rangers defender and former Professional Footballers' Association chairman Clarke Carlisle is fighting for his life in hospital following a serious road accident, the Mail Online reported on Monday.

Soccer boosts travel bookings for South Africa

Soccer boosts travel bookings for South Africa

Rediff.com15 Jun 2010

Football enthusiasts are travelling to South Africa in high numbers to watch the Fdration Internationale de Football Association World Cup 2010, regardless of the expensive nature of the destination. Travel agents have seen a jump in the bookings for the World Cup period from 10 to 60 per cent.

United's Cavani charged by FA over racial term

United's Cavani charged by FA over racial term

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

United issued a statement defending the striker, saying there was no malicious intent behind Cavani's message.

The Busiest Firang Actor In India

The Busiest Firang Actor In India

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

'There have been and will continue to be, so many captivating stories in colonial India.' 'Obviously, most of the white people were British, so if I am going to take on a role in a film set in one of the most turbulent periods of Indian history, then it only stands to reason that my character would be of British descent.' 'But that doesn't mean all my roles are negative.'

Newcastle's Rose slams plans to restart EPL amid pandemic

Newcastle's Rose slams plans to restart EPL amid pandemic

Rediff.com12 May 2020

Premier League clubs have been in discussions to finish the season, which has nine rounds remaining, and the possibility of a restart next month was given a boost when the government said elite sport could return after June 1.