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Thamma, F1, Emily In Paris: OTT's December Line-up

Thamma, F1, Emily In Paris: OTT's December Line-up

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

There will be a lot of excitement in the theatres in December but OTT entertainment looks good too.

Chelsea axe Maresca after stunning slump

Chelsea axe Maresca after stunning slump

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Chelsea parted ways with Enzo Maresca on Thursday, a dramatic fall from grace for the Italian who was named manager of the month for November before the club won just one of their last seven league games to fall out of the Premier League title race.

Such a mess! Chaubey & Co get an earful from minister

Such a mess! Chaubey & Co get an earful from minister

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

After marathon meetings with stakeholders, Mandaviya promises end to Indian football "stalemate"

Historic! Johal becomes first Sikh coach in English football

Historic! Johal becomes first Sikh coach in English football

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Ashvir Singh Johal has become the first Sikh to coach a professional club in England after being named as first-team manager at fifth-tier Morecambe on Tuesday.

EPL: Manchester City go second; Liverpool whip West Ham

EPL: Manchester City go second; Liverpool whip West Ham

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Liverpool secured a dominant win over West Ham, while other Premier League matches saw Brentford edge Burnley in a seven-goal thriller and Everton secure a late victory against Newcastle.

AIFF secures full ownership of ISL!

AIFF secures full ownership of ISL!

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

India's top-tier football league can no longer be owned or operated by private players as per the AIFF's new Constitution approved by the Supreme Court, which mandated the sport's apex body to take sole ownership of the product.

EPL: Arsenal outclass Sunderland; Manchester United, Chelsea win

EPL: Arsenal outclass Sunderland; Manchester United, Chelsea win

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

Arsenal extends its lead in the Premier League, while Manchester United strengthens its top-four bid. Chelsea's Cole Palmer shines with a hat-trick, and West Ham earns a crucial win in their fight against relegation.

Yamal's brilliance takes Barcelona past Athletic Bilbao

Yamal's brilliance takes Barcelona past Athletic Bilbao

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Lamine Yamal's second-half goal secured a 1-0 victory for Barcelona against Athletic Bilbao, extending their lead in La Liga.

PIX: One-legged footballer astounds in Germany

PIX: One-legged footballer astounds in Germany

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Pierre Kaiser has truly mastered the art of ball juggling. And when it comes to the classic rondo drill, the 35-year-old is right in the thick of it. What makes it special: in 2007, Pierre lost his leg in a train accident. Since then, football has become his greatest passion.

The first million-pound signing in women's football

The first million-pound signing in women's football

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Canadian forward Olivia Smith, 20, is the first female player to break the seven-figure barrier.

Mohun Bagan 'withdrawn' from Champions League 2 after refusal to play in Iran

Mohun Bagan 'withdrawn' from Champions League 2 after refusal to play in Iran

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Mohun Bagan Super Giant pulled out of their Tuesday's match against Isfahan after their six foreign players declined to travel to Iran following "advisories from their respective countries".

AIFF asks ISL clubs to send details of venues for home matches

AIFF asks ISL clubs to send details of venues for home matches

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has asked Indian Super League (ISL) clubs to send the details of the venues where they plan to play their home matches by Monday noon so that it can start working on the schedule of the delayed season which is set to start on February 14.

'Special talent': Rosenior praises Estevao

'Special talent': Rosenior praises Estevao

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Liam Rosenior hailed 18-year-old Estevao's impact as Chelsea sealed their third straight win with a 3-1 victory over Crystal Palace.

T20 World Cup: Italy begin maiden campaign against Scotland

T20 World Cup: Italy begin maiden campaign against Scotland

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

Football giants Italy begin cricket World Cup's maiden campaign against Scotland

How a former electrician shocked mighty Real Madrid!

How a former electrician shocked mighty Real Madrid!

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Albacete's journeyman striker Jefte Betancor, who scored a stunning double on Wednesday to help his second-tier side knock Real Madrid out of the Copa del Rey, once considered swapping football for a career as an electrician.

India captain Sandesh Jhingan's big sacrifice to save ISL

India captain Sandesh Jhingan's big sacrifice to save ISL

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

FC Goa players, including India captain Sandesh Jhingan, and support staff have accepted pay cut for the truncated ISL season starting on February 14.

PIX: City edge Liverpool, keep EPL title race alive

PIX: City edge Liverpool, keep EPL title race alive

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Man City snatch chaotic 2-1 win at Liverpool to stay on Arsenal's heels

East Bengal drub Nita FA, go top of IWL table

East Bengal drub Nita FA, go top of IWL table

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Defending champions East Bengal FC moved to the top of the Indian Women's League standings after handing Nita Football Academy a 5-0 thrashing, in Kalyani, on Friday.

Fix It Up! ISL Clubs Give Dire Warning To AIFF

Fix It Up! ISL Clubs Give Dire Warning To AIFF

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Current situation risks rendering ongoing operations untenable: ISL clubs to AIFF

Mohun Bagan to face Kerala Blasters in ISL opener

Mohun Bagan to face Kerala Blasters in ISL opener

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs East Bengal ISL derby on May 3 as per tentative schedule

Football shorts not a requirement for women: English FA

Football shorts not a requirement for women: English FA

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

England's Football Association (FA) said women players across its competitions are allowed to wear clothing that follows their religious beliefs after former Somalia captain Iqra Ismail was prevented from playing a match for not wearing shorts.

Why Manchester United Pulled the Plug on Amorim

Why Manchester United Pulled the Plug on Amorim

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

While there are suggestions that Ruben Amorim's comments at Sunday's press conference triggered his axing, the verdict was clear given his under-performance in the hot seat.

Former Premier League champions sack manager!

Former Premier League champions sack manager!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Leicester City part ways with head coach Van Nistelrooy after Premier League relegation

AIFF Begins Process to Form National Players' Association

AIFF Begins Process to Form National Players' Association

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

The NPA office bearers will include a chairperson, treasurer and a secretary. A minimum of one office bearer in the NPA board shall be a woman, as per the AIFF Constitution.

Late winner! Pawar seals Services' 8th Santosh Trophy

Late winner! Pawar seals Services' 8th Santosh Trophy

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

Services defeated Kerala 1-0 in the final of the 79th National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy 2025-26, with Abhishek Pawar scoring the decisive goal in extra time.

Khalid Jamil takes charge as Indian men's football boss

Khalid Jamil takes charge as Indian men's football boss

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Jamil will succeed Spaniard Manolo Marquez, who parted ways with the AIFF last month following India's recent struggles.

ISL to get a tech makeover with video support system!

ISL to get a tech makeover with video support system!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

AIFF's RFP: No franchisee fee for clubs in ISL, commercial partner to provide video support system

All 14 ISL clubs give written nod for Feb 14 start

All 14 ISL clubs give written nod for Feb 14 start

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

The top-tier ISL will feature 91 matches on a home-and-away basis.

ISL captains sign petition to Supreme Court

ISL captains sign petition to Supreme Court

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

The move follows an online meeting held earlier this week, where captains discussed the growing uncertainty surrounding the paused ISL season.

Hollywood-backed Wrexham knock Forest out of FA Cup

Hollywood-backed Wrexham knock Forest out of FA Cup

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

Championship side Oxford United beat League Two's MK Dons on penalties after their match ended 1-1, while a couple of League One teams moved on, with Wigan Athletic beating Championship side Preston North End 1-0, and Port Vale defeating League Two's Fleetwood Town 1-0.

Under-fire Marquez quits as India football coach

Under-fire Marquez quits as India football coach

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

India football head coach Manolo Marquez stepped down on Wednesday after reaching a 'mutual agreement' with the All Indian Football Federation.

PIX: Diarra stars in Sunderland's win; Mallorca triumph

PIX: Diarra stars in Sunderland's win; Mallorca triumph

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

IMAGES from football matches played on Monday.

Bhutia: Kalyan Chaubey has destroyed Indian football

Bhutia: Kalyan Chaubey has destroyed Indian football

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'You're paying Rs 42 lakh for one game. Why not link it to qualification? It just shows how clueless the management is.'

EPL PIX: Bournemouth bury Liverpool; Spurs draw at Burnley

EPL PIX: Bournemouth bury Liverpool; Spurs draw at Burnley

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Images from the EPL matches played on Saturday.

Who is Michael Carrick? The man asked to save United

Who is Michael Carrick? The man asked to save United

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Manchester United have turned to one of their own, appointing their former midfielder Michael Carrick to steady the ship as interim manager until the season's end, the Premier League club said on Tuesday.

ISL clubs now risk losing AFC slots!

ISL clubs now risk losing AFC slots!

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

AIFF waiting for AFC response over continental slots for ISL clubs in case of fewer matches

French league's anti-homophobia initiative turns ugly

French league's anti-homophobia initiative turns ugly

Rediff.com19 May 2025

What was meant to be a weekend of solidarity against homophobia in Ligue 1 descended into controversy and embarrassment for French football, as players refused to wear campaign symbols, one striker boycotted his team's match, and a homophobic slur was heard in a stadium tunnel.

Glory and redemption: Premier League ready to rumble

Glory and redemption: Premier League ready to rumble

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Fresh off a dominant title-winning campaign, Liverpool kick off the new Premier League season on Friday as the team to beat, as the Reds have transitioned from Juergen Klopp's high-octane chaos to a more measured possession-based style under Arne Slot.

Kohli invests in World Bowling League

Kohli invests in World Bowling League

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts bought the first announced team in the WBL, which is yet to announce the franchises and schedule of the first event of the league featuring mixed-gender teams.

Salah wins PFA Player of the Year award for unprecedented third time

Salah wins PFA Player of the Year award for unprecedented third time

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Mohamed Salah had already clinched the Premier League Player of the Season award, the Golden Boot for most goals scored and the Playmaker award for most assists, making him the first player to win all three awards in the same season.