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Ferdinand shocked by allegations of England racism

Ferdinand shocked by allegations of England racism

Rediff.com29 Mar 2013

Rio Ferdinand is shocked by the allegation England fans sang racist songs about him and his brother Anton during the 8-0 World Cup qualifying victory in San Marino, the Manchester United defender said on Friday.

Terry racism row damaged England's reputation: FA

Terry racism row damaged England's reputation: FA

Rediff.com19 Oct 2012

The reputation of English football has been tarnished by the long-running John Terry affair, according to Football Association chairman David Bernstein.

Terry's all gold for us, say Chelsea after 6-0 romp

Terry's all gold for us, say Chelsea after 6-0 romp

Rediff.com26 Sep 2012

Chelsea had no qualms about selecting captain John Terry for Tuesday's 6-0 League Cup third round win over Wolverhampton Wanderers despite his FA racial abuse hearing, said assistant manager Eddie Newton.

No matchfixing link to Lebanon World Cup games, say AFC

No matchfixing link to Lebanon World Cup games, say AFC

Rediff.com28 Feb 2013

The Asian Football Confederation is not aware of any suspicion linking Lebanon's World Cup qualifiers to the country's matchfixing scandal but has requested a full report, the regional body said on Thursday.

FIFA extends China match-fixing bans worldwide

FIFA extends China match-fixing bans worldwide

Rediff.com25 Feb 2013

Match-fixing bans on 58 Chinese soccer officials and players will be extended worldwide, the sport's governing body FIFA said on Monday.

What football might look like when it resumes after coronavirus

What football might look like when it resumes after coronavirus

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has said that football will be "totally different" when it re-starts after the coronavirus. He has talked of smaller, but more meaningful, competitions, more balance and football being "more attentive to true values."

Football Briefs: 'Arsenal responsible for Sanchez's missed drug test'

Football Briefs: 'Arsenal responsible for Sanchez's missed drug test'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2018

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Olympics: T20 an excellent platform to take cricket to global market

Olympics: T20 an excellent platform to take cricket to global market

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

'It is great news (cricket in Olympics) if you are a business-person. America has a large section of Asian expats, who are crazy about cricket and they will fill the stadium and of course will follow the game on TV or streaming apps.'

Russia risks hosting Champions League final over Ukraine

Russia risks hosting Champions League final over Ukraine

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

Russia should not be allowed to host soccer events such as the Champions League final

Henry named FWA player of year

Henry named FWA player of year

Rediff.com28 Apr 2006

Thierry Henry was voted Footballer of the Year for the third time in four years by the Football Writers' Association

Sent off for a cough? FA issues guidelines to referees

Sent off for a cough? FA issues guidelines to referees

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

The FA document for referees said action should be taken when "the referee is certain someone deliberately, and from close range, coughed into the face of an opponent or match official..."

FIFA WC: Fit Kostic makes coach Stojkovic a happy man

FIFA WC: Fit Kostic makes coach Stojkovic a happy man

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

A defeat would knock Serbia out if Brazil fail to win against Switzerland, while Cameroon will be out if they lose and Switzerland fail to win against Brazil.

Why the once legendary football clubs of Kolkata are fading

Why the once legendary football clubs of Kolkata are fading

Rediff.com3 Nov 2014

Bogged down by inefficient administration and unable to attract financing, the once legendary football clubs of Kolkata are fading into irrelevance.

Tottenham Hotspur partner with F1 for unique project

Tottenham Hotspur partner with F1 for unique project

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

Spurs tie-up with F1 for karting track under stadium

FA Cup to allow fourth substitute in extra-time

FA Cup to allow fourth substitute in extra-time

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

Teams progressing to the latter stages of the FA Cup next season will be allowed to field a fourth substitute in extra time, the English Football Association (FA) announced on Wednesday.

Pele's Story Is A Story Of Hope

Pele's Story Is A Story Of Hope

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

More than the story of any other footballer or athlete, Pele's life helped democratise his sport; made it the stuff of a widely shared dream. Shyam G Menon salutes the memory of the greatest footballer ever.

EPL: Robson-Kanu loses appeal and misses three games

EPL: Robson-Kanu loses appeal and misses three games

Rediff.com22 Aug 2017

The West Bromwich Albion striker was dismissed for elbowing Matthew Lowton after scoring the decisive goal in Albion's 1-0 victory.

English FA rules out British men's team at Rio Olympics

English FA rules out British men's team at Rio Olympics

Rediff.com9 Oct 2012

Britain will not enter a men's football team for the Rio Olympic Games in 2016, English Football Association General Secretary Alex Horne said on Tuesday.

Extras: No broadcast of Arsenal-City game in China

Extras: No broadcast of Arsenal-City game in China

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

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'Reinstate hockey, football in priority list'

'Reinstate hockey, football in priority list'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2007

Indian Olympic Association president Suresh Kalmadi urged the government to reinstate hockey and football in the priority list after the recent success of the two teams in international tournaments.

FA reject Terry claim of forcing his retirement

FA reject Terry claim of forcing his retirement

Rediff.com25 Sep 2012

The English Football Association (FA) have rejected Chelsea defender John Terry's claims that an investigation into his alleged racial abuse of an opponent during a Premier League match last year had forced him to retire from England duty.

Manchester City and English FA probe alleged sexual abuse

Manchester City and English FA probe alleged sexual abuse

Rediff.com27 Nov 2016

The English Football Association (FA) has launched an internal review to examine allegations of children being sexually abused at professional soccer clubs.

Football Briefs: Mourinho warns of tough times if United fail to improve squad

Football Briefs: Mourinho warns of tough times if United fail to improve squad

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

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'Not right players to be tested ahead of key workers'

'Not right players to be tested ahead of key workers'

Rediff.com16 May 2020

Watford goalkeeper Ben Foster says it would be wrong for English Premier League players to be tested for the coronavirus ahead of medical workers as plans for Project Restart continue. Twice weekly tests for Premier League players are part of the plan to resume the Premier League next month after it was suspended in March because of the pandemic.

FIFA bans Thailand's Makudi for three months

FIFA bans Thailand's Makudi for three months

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

FIFA's disciplinary committee has banned Worawi Makudi, former president of the Football Association of Thailand and a former member of the FIFA Executive Committee, for three months for failing to comply with an earlier suspension, FIFA said.

Disney, Fox, Warner Bros to collab for sports streaming

Disney, Fox, Warner Bros to collab for sports streaming

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

The CEOs have been discussing a collaboration for some time, according to two people with knowledge of the situation.

British police say soccer child sex scandal may affect 98 clubs

British police say soccer child sex scandal may affect 98 clubs

Rediff.com9 Dec 2016

British police investigating allegations of widespread child sex abuse at soccer clubs dating back to the 1970s said on Friday they had identified 83 potential suspects and possible links to 98 clubs, including some from the Premier League.

Ibra to make acting debut in new 'Asterix and Obelix' film

Ibra to make acting debut in new 'Asterix and Obelix' film

Rediff.com9 Apr 2021

The 39-year-old appeared at Italy's Sanremo festival in March, where he sang a duet with Bologna coach Sinisa Mihajlovic and said he would like to try acting.

Lack of football culture hurting India

Lack of football culture hurting India

Rediff.com17 Jul 2015

Not focussing on grassroot development over the years has led to the players learning the basics only late in their career, says national coach Stephen Constantine.

Why Belgium prematurely ended professional season

Why Belgium prematurely ended professional season

Rediff.com3 Apr 2020

Belgium's Pro League on Thursday cancelled the remainder of the season, which has been suspended from last month because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Arsenal cancel training, to continue paying casual workers

Arsenal cancel training, to continue paying casual workers

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

The team was forced into self-isolation after manager Mikel Arteta tested positive for Coronavirus earlier this month.

Former internationals criticise UEFA after Eriksen's collapse

Former internationals criticise UEFA after Eriksen's collapse

Rediff.com13 Jun 2021

Eriksen collapsed just before halftime and was taken to hospital after receiving CPR on the pitch

Former Delhi footballer dead

Former Delhi footballer dead

Rediff.com8 Feb 2006

Bachan Singh died Wednesday morning in mysterious circumstances.

Dortmund players fined for getting haircuts without face masks

Dortmund players fined for getting haircuts without face masks

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho and Manuel Akanji were fined an unspecified amount by the German Football League (DFL) on Friday for failing to wear a face mask during a visit from a hair dresser this week. The DFL said both players had broken the health guidelines that have governed Bundesliga clubs and players since the league restarted amid the COVID-19 pandemic on May 16.

Yaya Toure named African Footballer of the Year

Yaya Toure named African Footballer of the Year

Rediff.com23 Dec 2011

Ivory Coast and Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure was named African Footballer of the Year on Thursday.

Hull boss Bruce is second manager to be interviewed for England job

Hull boss Bruce is second manager to be interviewed for England job

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

Hull City boss Steve Bruce has been interviewed by a three-man Football Association (FA) panel for the England manager's job, according to British media reports.

Bhutia to lead Asiad football team

Bhutia to lead Asiad football team

Rediff.com27 Nov 2006

The Indian football team will participate in the Games at its own expense after the Indian Olympic Association decided against clearing it, citing slim chances of success.

Rangers given 12-month transfer ban by Scottish FA

Rangers given 12-month transfer ban by Scottish FA

Rediff.com24 Apr 2012

Troubled Scottish club Rangers have been handed a 12-month transfer embargo and owner Craig Whyte has been given a life-time ban from Scottish football, the Scottish Football Association said.

Kerala football fans want Tendulkar to bid for Kochi team in ISL

Kerala football fans want Tendulkar to bid for Kochi team in ISL

Rediff.com10 Apr 2014

Sachin Tendulkar has mesmerised millions of cricket fans during his 24-year-long illustrious international career and the Indian batting legend has now become the source of hope for some young sports enthusiasts, this time from football, in Kerala.

Football Briefs: Lukaku to cut short vacation to help depleted Man United

Football Briefs: Lukaku to cut short vacation to help depleted Man United

Rediff.com1 Aug 2018

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