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Hyderabad FC sign teen prodigy Mohammed Kaif

Hyderabad FC sign teen prodigy Mohammed Kaif

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

Born to former Santosh Trophy player Mohammed Sayeed, this transfer marks a significant milestone for the promising young talent from Makrana, Rajasthan.

'If You Make One Mistake, You Can Lose Your Life'

'If You Make One Mistake, You Can Lose Your Life'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

'Mountaineering is never 'easy'. Nothing is in your hands, you have to be prepared. That's the same for life as well.'

Eight-minute VAR check at Bournemouth is new English record

Eight-minute VAR check at Bournemouth is new English record

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

The first weekend of semi-automated off-side decisions in English soccer descended into confusion on Saturday as Bournemouth had a goal ruled out after a record eight-minute VAR check.

Chhetri's Tigers, Messi and Man City: a trio of football highs

Chhetri's Tigers, Messi and Man City: a trio of football highs

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

Not only the senior team but the young Blue Colts also emerged victorious in the SAFF Men's U-19 champions after hammering Pakistan in the final and clinching a vigorous 3-0 victory.

I-League has been a failure, says India's most popular footballer

I-League has been a failure, says India's most popular footballer

Rediff.com19 Dec 2015

Former captain and current advisor to All India Football Federation, Bhaichung Bhutia has admitted that the eight-year old I-League has been a failure and feels that the 'successful' Indian Super League should be given a few more seasons before a possible merger of the two.

EPL PIX: Liverpool clear after Arsenal held; Man City thrash Palace

EPL PIX: Liverpool clear after Arsenal held; Man City thrash Palace

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

A round-up of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

Man City's Haaland Shatters Premier League Record

Man City's Haaland Shatters Premier League Record

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

As Haaland continues to rewrite the record books, football enthusiasts around the globe are left in awe of his goal-scoring prowess. The Norwegian striker's impact on the pitch remains unparalleled, solidifying his status as one of the most prolific strikers in the history of the Premier League.

'This is the beginning of a new era for Real Madrid': Alonso

'This is the beginning of a new era for Real Madrid': Alonso

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Xabi Alonso guided Bayer Leverkusen to a double last season as they won the German Cup and lifted their first Bundesliga title without losing a game.

Duplantis, Biles win top honours at Laureus Awards

Duplantis, Biles win top honours at Laureus Awards

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Mondo Duplantis was named the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year, while American gymnast Simone Biles bagged the top women's honour at the Laureus World Sports Awards.

Lara on how to save Tests in time of flourishing franchise leagues

Lara on how to save Tests in time of flourishing franchise leagues

Rediff.com9 May 2024

While Lara agreed in principle to the point, he found differences too in the two models.

Mourinho grabs Galatasaray coach's nose after defeat

Mourinho grabs Galatasaray coach's nose after defeat

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho could be in trouble again after grabbing the nose of the Galatasaray manager at the end of another fiery Istanbul derby

PIX: Villarreal shock Barcelona; Napoli, Inter held

PIX: Villarreal shock Barcelona; Napoli, Inter held

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Villarreal fought back to shock Barcelona 3-2 on Sunday, handing the LaLiga champions their first league defeat since late December.

You're the best!: Football world rallies behind Vini

You're the best!: Football world rallies behind Vini

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

Real Madrid teammates Eder Militao, Eduardo Camavinga, and Aurelien Tchouameni praised him on social media, calling him the "best player."

PIX: Chelsea dent Tottenham's Champions League hopes

PIX: Chelsea dent Tottenham's Champions League hopes

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Pinpoint headed goals from Trevoh Chalobah and Nicolas Jackson earned Chelsea a 2-0 victory over London rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Thursday, dealing a blow to Spurs' hopes of qualifying for next season's Champions League.

Slot gets two-game suspension over derby chaos

Slot gets two-game suspension over derby chaos

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

Liverpool substitute Curtis Jones and Everton midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure were also shown red cards after the game, and the final whistle sparked a scuffle between both sets of players.

Greece suspends professional football indefinitely

Greece suspends professional football indefinitely

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

The move follows a pitch invasion at the end of the Athens derby last weekend and a Super League board meeting which ended in a brawl on Tuesday, with Greece's recently-elected Syriza ruling party aiming to stamp out the problem of crowd violence.

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Rishabh Pant has been nominated for the prestigious Laureus World Comeback of the Year Award.

UCL: Enrique ready for face-off against old pal Pep

UCL: Enrique ready for face-off against old pal Pep

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Both managers have struggled in the Champions League this season, with PSG on seven points and 25th in the standings, one place outside the knockout phase playoff zone, while City are one point ahead in 22nd.

HORROR as football stadium collapses during French league game

HORROR as football stadium collapses during French league game

Rediff.com1 Oct 2017

At least 29 people were injured, including five seriously, when safety barriers collapsed at a French Ligue 1 game between Amiens and Lille on Saturday, local authorities and match officials said leading to the match being abandoned.

Football: Champions League to deliver more drama

Football: Champions League to deliver more drama

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

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

'Important for Indian players to compete against different footballing cultures'

'Important for Indian players to compete against different footballing cultures'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

Spain and Liverpool legend Luis Garcia believes that Indian football can touch global heights if the players are given exposure to different leagues abroad and nourish young talents and coaches methodically.

ISL: Mumbai City keen to avoid unwanted record

ISL: Mumbai City keen to avoid unwanted record

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

'We need to win and that's our No. 1 priority. We need to play good football, as it gives us more chances to succeed.'

EPL PIX: Everton hold Arsenal, give Liverpool a boost

EPL PIX: Everton hold Arsenal, give Liverpool a boost

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

A round-up of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

Champions League PIX: Inter Milan hold Man City to goalless draw; PSG win

Champions League PIX: Inter Milan hold Man City to goalless draw; PSG win

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

Inter Milan escaped Etihad Stadium with a surprise 0-0 draw against Manchester City in the Champions League on Wednesday.

AFC Qualifiers: Chhetri & Co held to goalless draw by B'desh

AFC Qualifiers: Chhetri & Co held to goalless draw by B'desh

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

India and Bangladesh played out a goalless draw in their 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualifying round match in Shillong on Tuesday.

Neymar to return to his roots

Neymar to return to his roots

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

Neymar began his career with Santos in 2009 aged 17, racking up 136 goals and 64 assists in 225 matches to help the club secure their first Copa Libertadores title in nearly 50 years in 2011.

PIX: Liverpool 16 points clear; Forest stun Manchester City

PIX: Liverpool 16 points clear; Forest stun Manchester City

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

A round-up of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

Kohli credits women's cricket for THIS big change

Kohli credits women's cricket for THIS big change

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Cricket has been the driving force behind change in the sporting ecosystem in India but women's participation in other sports in the country still needs more support and platforms for exposure.

AIFF's ambitious youth league to kick off next month

AIFF's ambitious youth league to kick off next month

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

'We will be starting with the U17 league first, followed by the U15 and U13. There will be spotters in most of the games of U13 leagues, to identify talents.'

Marquez says being realistic key to win in Hong Kong

Marquez says being realistic key to win in Hong Kong

Rediff.com20 May 2025

'We need to be aware that we have a difficult game in Hong Kong. We have time to prepare, to be competitive and try to win and get the three points.'

Super Cup: Inter Kashi stun Bengaluru FC to enter QF

Super Cup: Inter Kashi stun Bengaluru FC to enter QF

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Inter Kashi knock Bengaluru FC out of Kalinga Super Cup with penalty shoot-out win

Is 40-year-old Chhetri India's ONLY hope?

Is 40-year-old Chhetri India's ONLY hope?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Sunil Chhetri's return from international retirement at 40 highlights the lack of quality strikers in Indian football.

Chennaiyin FC bolster defence with new signing

Chennaiyin FC bolster defence with new signing

Rediff.com19 Jan 2025

India defender Pritam Kotal joins the Marina Machans

Meet the first Indian origin player in MLB!

Meet the first Indian origin player in MLB!

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

Kumar Rocker scripts Major League Baseball history

New teams and format introduced in I-League

New teams and format introduced in I-League

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

Federation Cup revived by the AIFF in an executive committee meeting on Monday.

PIX: Barcelona whip Dortmund; PSG tame Aston Villa

PIX: Barcelona whip Dortmund; PSG tame Aston Villa

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

A summary of Wednesday's Champions League first leg quarter-finals between Barcelona and Dortmund and Real Madrid, and Paris St Germain and Aston Villa.

Asensio takes Aston Villa past Cardiff City to FA Cup quarters

Asensio takes Aston Villa past Cardiff City to FA Cup quarters

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Aston Villa newcomer Marco Asensio struck twice in the second half to lead the Premier League team to a 2-0 victory over second-tier Cardiff City on Friday and into the FA Cup quarter-finals for the first time in 10 years.

EPL PIX: Man City held to draw; Forest boost top 4 hopes

EPL PIX: Man City held to draw; Forest boost top 4 hopes

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

Champions Manchester City could only muster a 2-2 Premier League draw with Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday.

PIX: Manchester derby ends in drab draw; Liverpool lose

PIX: Manchester derby ends in drab draw; Liverpool lose

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Sunday.

Yorke, Crespo roped in for Indian Super League football

Yorke, Crespo roped in for Indian Super League football

Rediff.com21 Oct 2013

The much-anticipated IPL-style football league to be held early next year will be christened as the Indian Super League even as the organisers IMG-Reliance disclosed the roping in of four more big international stars.