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FA to probe ref Clattenburg following Chelsea complaint

FA to probe ref Clattenburg following Chelsea complaint

Rediff.com30 Oct 2012

The English Football Association has launched an investigation after Chelsea accused referee Mark Clattenburg of using 'inappropriate language' towards two of their players in Sunday's defeat by Manchester United.

Eleven arrests in Millwall end as violence mars FA Cup semis

Eleven arrests in Millwall end as violence mars FA Cup semis

Rediff.com14 Apr 2013

Eleven people were arrested in the Millwall supporters' section of Wembley Stadium on Saturday and four police officers suffered minor injuries after violence marred the London club's FA Cup semi-final defeat by Wigan Athletic.

FIFA probe bad boy Suarez for 'punching' Chile player

FIFA probe bad boy Suarez for 'punching' Chile player

Rediff.com12 Apr 2013

Uruguay forward Luis Suarez is being investigated by FIFA for allegedly punching Chile defender Gonzalo Jara during a South American World Cup qualifier last month.

World Cup chit-chat: Netherlands' Martins Indi hospitalised after consussion

World Cup chit-chat: Netherlands' Martins Indi hospitalised after consussion

Rediff.com20 Jun 2014

Netherlands defender Bruno Martins Indi has suffered a mild concussion during their 3-2 victory over Australia in the World Cup and is hospitalised, the Dutch football association KNVB stated after the match.

Football Briefs: Argentina want Messi to play less for Barca

Football Briefs: Argentina want Messi to play less for Barca

Rediff.com13 Feb 2018

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FIFA praises Lebanon for matchfixing response

FIFA praises Lebanon for matchfixing response

Rediff.com2 Mar 2013

FIFA has praised Lebanon for taking action against matchfixing and has requested more details about the sanctions it recently imposed on players and officials, world soccer's governing body has said.

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

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.

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.

FIFA reject Ireland's request for France replay

FIFA reject Ireland's request for France replay

Rediff.com20 Nov 2009

Football's world governing body FIFA has confirmed that the controversial France v Ireland World Cup playoff will not be replayed.

Lusofonia Games: Brazil demand money to send football team to Goa

Lusofonia Games: Brazil demand money to send football team to Goa

Rediff.com8 Aug 2013

Brazil and Portugal are unlikely to send their football teams to the Lusofonia Games beginning November 2 in Goa even as some of the participating nations have expressed their reservations on the infrastructure being put up in the state.

SA reinstates officials suspended in fix scandal

SA reinstates officials suspended in fix scandal

Rediff.com6 Jan 2013

The South African Football Association (SAFA) has reinstated its chief and four other leading officials suspended over a match fixing scandal involving the national team, saying they were improperly removed from office.

FIFA lifts Iraq suspension

FIFA lifts Iraq suspension

Rediff.com29 May 2008

The international suspension of the Iraqi Football Association was provisionally lifted by FIFA on Thursday.

From soccer to F1, Russia stands to lose after invasion of Ukraine

From soccer to F1, Russia stands to lose after invasion of Ukraine

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

Russia's invasion of Ukraine was condemned by the sporting community on Thursday, with President Vladimir Putin's country losing hosting rights for the UEFA Champions League final while Formula One drivers said it was "wrong" to race there this year.

No 'irregularities' in 2006 World Cup bid win: German FA

No 'irregularities' in 2006 World Cup bid win: German FA

Rediff.com16 Oct 2015

The German Football Association (DFB) has found no indication of wrongdoing in the process of winning the right to host 2006 World Cup, it said on Friday after an internal investigation was completed.

Chelsea's Mikel gets three-match ban over Clattenburg row

Chelsea's Mikel gets three-match ban over Clattenburg row

Rediff.com7 Dec 2012

Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has been given a three-match ban and a 60,000 pounds fine after admitting a charge of using threatening or abusive language towards referee Mark Clattenburg after a home defeat by Manchester United in October.

Fransa's matches cancelled

Fransa's matches cancelled

Rediff.com5 Feb 2006

The cancellation is a sequel to Fransa Pax failing to turn up for the match against Air India on Friday.

Football Briefs: Poland names former captain Brzeczek as new coach

Football Briefs: Poland names former captain Brzeczek as new coach

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

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Rio Ferdinand quits international soccer

Rio Ferdinand quits international soccer

Rediff.com15 May 2013

England's Rio Ferdinand has quit international soccer, the Football Association (FA) said on Wednesday.

Argentina lifts ban on away fans

Argentina lifts ban on away fans

Rediff.com22 Nov 2006

The ban was an initial attempt by the AFA to respond to the violence and intimidation which has plagued Argentine football this season.

Blatter will be arrested and forced out of FIFA soon, claims FA chief

Blatter will be arrested and forced out of FIFA soon, claims FA chief

Rediff.com6 Jun 2015

Football Association chairman Greg Dyke believes that Sepp Blatter will be arrested and forced out of Fifa within a "couple of months".

Liverpool's Suarez charged with violent conduct

Liverpool's Suarez charged with violent conduct

Rediff.com23 Apr 2013

Liverpool's Luis Suarez was charged with violent conduct by the Football Association on Monday after biting Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic in a Premier League match on Sunday.

British media bite into 'cannibal' Suarez

British media bite into 'cannibal' Suarez

Rediff.com22 Apr 2013

Liverpool striker Luis Suarez has been dubbed a 'cannibal' by British media after his shameful bite on Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic in a Premier League match on Sunday.

Uruguay back 'persecuted' Suarez

Uruguay back 'persecuted' Suarez

Rediff.com12 Apr 2013

The Uruguayan Football Association (AUF) have promised to staunchly defend Luis Suarez after FIFA launched a probe into allegations that he had punched a Chilean opponent during a South American World Cup qualifier last month.

Terry retains captaincy despite punishment by Chelsea

Terry retains captaincy despite punishment by Chelsea

Rediff.com19 Oct 2012

Chelsea captain John Terry will continue to lead the side despite being found guilty of racial abuse by a Football Association regulatory commission.

Injured Fellaini sidelined for Belgian WC qualifier

Injured Fellaini sidelined for Belgian WC qualifier

Rediff.com10 Oct 2012

Everton midfielder Marouane Fellaini has been sidelined for three weeks with a knee injury and will miss Belgium's World Cup qualifiers against Serbia and Scotland.

EPL: Vidic loses appeal over three-match suspension

EPL: Vidic loses appeal over three-match suspension

Rediff.com22 Jan 2014

Manchester United captain Nemanja Vidic has been suspended for three matches after his appeal for wrongful dismissal against Chelsea was rejected, the Football Association said on Tuesday.

Lehmann to be Germany's number one

Lehmann to be Germany's number one

Rediff.com7 Apr 2006

Arsenal's Jens Lehmann will be Germany's first choice goalkeeper at the World Cup.

WC qualifiers: Roof row heats up Sweden-Ireland clash

WC qualifiers: Roof row heats up Sweden-Ireland clash

Rediff.com21 Mar 2013

Amid accusations of gamesmanship, Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni has called for the stadium roof to be left open for Friday's World Cup qualifier in Sweden.

Lampard scoops record hat-trick of Chelsea awards

Lampard scoops record hat-trick of Chelsea awards

Rediff.com22 May 2009

Frank Lampard has been named Chelsea's Player of the Year for a record third time. The England midfielder is the first player to win the accolade three times, the English Premier League club said on Friday.

Tendulkar, Tharoor slam move to host India-WI ODI in Kochi

Tendulkar, Tharoor slam move to host India-WI ODI in Kochi

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

Opposition mounts over KCA's plans to host one dayer at Kochi

Mourinho hit with second misconduct charge

Mourinho hit with second misconduct charge

Rediff.com1 Nov 2016

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has been charged with misconduct for comments made to the referee during last weeekend's English Premier League match against Burnley, the Football Association said on Tuesday.

Bhutia 'shocked at high level of political interference in AIFF polls'

Bhutia 'shocked at high level of political interference in AIFF polls'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

Bhutia, one of the legends of the game in the country, said he did not understand why a central minister would spend so much time with the voters the night before the AIFF elections, though he did not accuse law minister Kiren Rijiju of canvassing against him.

Ferguson fined for linesman comments

Ferguson fined for linesman comments

Rediff.com8 Feb 2013

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson was fined 12,000 pounds by the Football Association (FA) on Friday for comments he made about a linesman, but avoided a touchline ban.

Rashford's mural vandalised as Eng players racially abused

Rashford's mural vandalised as Eng players racially abused

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

The Football Association said fans who exhibited such "disgusting behaviour" were not welcome and urged the authorities to hand out "the toughest punishments possible".

United manager Ferguson denies misconduct charge

United manager Ferguson denies misconduct charge

Rediff.com2 Feb 2013

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson faces a Football Association hearing and a possible touchline ban after denying a charge of misconduct on Friday.

Lockdown: Liverpool, Chelsea to feed vulnerable groups

Lockdown: Liverpool, Chelsea to feed vulnerable groups

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

Premier League leaders Liverpool are helping feed vulnerable and elderly people within the community during the novel coronavirus outbreak with the help of local church members. While, Chelsea will provide 78,000 free meals to Britain's National Health Service and charities that support the elderly and vulnerable during the coronavirus crisis.

Eriksen stable, sends greetings to teammates

Eriksen stable, sends greetings to teammates

Rediff.com13 Jun 2021

Sanjay Sharma of St. George's University of London, the playmaker's cardiologist at former club Tottenham Hotspur, said Eriksen had no prior heart issues during his time with the Premier League side.

Football friendlies: Argentina trounce Hong Kong; Honduras draw with US

Football friendlies: Argentina trounce Hong Kong; Honduras draw with US

Rediff.com15 Oct 2014

The Hong Kong Football Association were left red-faced and out of pocket after only managing to sell half the tickets for Tuesday's glamour friendly against Argentina to mark their centenary.

Football Briefs: Gabriel Jesus extends Man City stay until 2023

Football Briefs: Gabriel Jesus extends Man City stay until 2023

Rediff.com3 Aug 2018

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