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English Premier League clubs brace for AFCON exodus

English Premier League clubs brace for AFCON exodus

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Promoted Sunderland, who have defied expectations to stay in the top half of the Premier League table, could be the worst affected with six players going to the tournament, while the likes of Fulham, Manchester United, Burnley and Crystal Palace will also have to make do without some key personnel.

Aus import Ryan Williams joins Indian camp

Aus import Ryan Williams joins Indian camp

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

The camp began in Bengaluru on Thursday.

FIFA stares at mammoth challenges ahead of 2026 World Cup draw

FIFA stares at mammoth challenges ahead of 2026 World Cup draw

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Debutants, heat and distance shape mood ahead of 2026 World Cup draw

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.

Manchester City survive scare; Spurs hold Newcastle

Manchester City survive scare; Spurs hold Newcastle

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Manchester City's Erling Haaland became the fastest player to reach 100 Premier League goals to ignite their charge on Tuesday.

Ahmedabad formally awarded hosting rights of 2030 CWG

Ahmedabad formally awarded hosting rights of 2030 CWG

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

It was a mere formality for the general assembly of 74 members to put a seal of approval on India's bid after Ahmedabad was recommended as the proposed host of the centenary edition by the Commonwealth Sport's Executive Board last month. India last hosted the CWG in 2010 in Delhi.

'I Want To Inspire Others And Help Us As A Nation'

'I Want To Inspire Others And Help Us As A Nation'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

'I'm looking at it as a chance to play international football, to represent India, and to hopefully inspire other players with a similar background to me, to show them that they can come to India and do the same thing.'

Super Cup semi-final lineup revealed

Super Cup semi-final lineup revealed

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

The summit clash is slated for December 7.

England footballer faces racist abuse at Euro 2025

England footballer faces racist abuse at Euro 2025

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

Bullingham said the FA has been in contact with UK police, who are in touch with the relevant social media platform.

Saudi players suffer as 'overpaid' foreign stars flood SPL

Saudi players suffer as 'overpaid' foreign stars flood SPL

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Prince Abdullah said Saudi players have become 'extras' since the number of foreign players per team on matchdays rose to eight, urging a cut to seven and more investment in youth development.

Naples Celebrates Maradona, 65

Naples Celebrates Maradona, 65

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

On what would have been Diego Maradona's 65th birthday, Naples marked the occasion by taking his bronze statue on a 24-hour tour through the city. Created by sculptor Domenico Sepe and housed in the Vignati Collection Museum, the statue travelled from the Spanish Quarters to the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, stopping at landmarks linked to the football legend's life in Naples.

Hyderabad FC get new identity, shift base to Delhi

Hyderabad FC get new identity, shift base to Delhi

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

The national capital will have a new top-flight club of the country as Sporting Club Delhi was launched on Saturday after the rebranding of Indian Super League side Hyderabad FC.

India set to be confirmed as 2030 Commonwealth Games hosts!

India set to be confirmed as 2030 Commonwealth Games hosts!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

India's 2030 Commonwealth Games bid is set to be formally approved on Wednesday at the Commonwealth Sport's general assembly in Glasgow.

Just honour at stake as India begin rebuild vs Bangladesh

Just honour at stake as India begin rebuild vs Bangladesh

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

India aim to rebuild in inconsequential Dhaka tie vs Bangladesh

Relief for Ronaldo as FIFA relaxes three-match ban

Relief for Ronaldo as FIFA relaxes three-match ban

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo cleared to play opening matches at World Cup

Top 10 Football Transfers This Season

Top 10 Football Transfers This Season

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Here are the 10 top signings this summer and whose performances will be keenly critiqued.

Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium to be revamped as Sports City

Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium to be revamped as Sports City

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

The iconic Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi will be "dismantled" to create a Sports City that will cater to all major disciplines and include lodging facility for athletes.

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.

Sunil Chhetri drops hint on new Bengaluru FC deal

Sunil Chhetri drops hint on new Bengaluru FC deal

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Veteran striker Sunil Chhetri appears poised to extend his iconic association with Bengaluru FC, as the club dropped a teaser video hinting at a new deal for the 41-year-old.

Newcastle allege travelling fans 'attacked' by French police

Newcastle allege travelling fans 'attacked' by French police

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

The Premier League side said on Thursday they would formally raise their concerns with UEFA, the host club and French police over the "unnecessary and disproportionate" force their fans were subjected to.

Under-pressure, Liverpool's Slot vows to keep fighting

Under-pressure, Liverpool's Slot vows to keep fighting

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Liverpool could be 14th in the table by the time they kick off at West Ham on Sunday afternoon and they will be desperate to steady the ship with three points.

Ronaldo says goodbye is coming 'soon'

Ronaldo says goodbye is coming 'soon'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo said he will retire "soon" and while he admits it will be difficult to bring his glittering career to an end the 40-year-old has been planning for his post-football life for some time.

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: Man City rout Sunderland; Arsenal lose, Chelsea held

EPL PIX: Man City rout Sunderland; Arsenal lose, Chelsea held

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Manchester City seized the opportunity of Arsenal's 2-1 loss at Aston Villa earlier in the day to climb within two points of the leaders.

'Adipoli duo': Samson, Owen delight fans in Mumbai

'Adipoli duo': Samson, Owen delight fans in Mumbai

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

Football met cricket in Mumbai as Sanju Samson shared his love for Liverpool while rubbing shoulders with Michael Owen at the Premier League fan event in Mumbai on Saturday.

'More Games Would Be Prudent For IPL'

'More Games Would Be Prudent For IPL'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Ness Wadia says bigger IPL window needed, all for Champions League revival.

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.

Dowman, just 15, rewrites Arsenal record books

Dowman, just 15, rewrites Arsenal record books

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

Arsenal's Max Dowman impressed manager Mikel Arteta as he became the club's youngest starter at just 15 years and 302 days in Wednesday's 2-0 League Cup win over Brighton & Hove Albion, earning the coach's praise for his impact in the game.

Sanju Samson named EPL's brand ambassador in India

Sanju Samson named EPL's brand ambassador in India

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

The English Premier League (EPL) has announced cricketer Sanju Samson as its new official ambassador in India.

Ronaldo uncertain as Al Nassr host FC Goa

Ronaldo uncertain as Al Nassr host FC Goa

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Indian club FC Goa will have their task cut out as they look to carry their domestic form into the international arena when they face Saudi giants Al Nassr in a vital AFC Champions League Two Group D fixture, in Riyadh, on Wednesday.

La Liga heads to Miami - but why play in the US?

La Liga heads to Miami - but why play in the US?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

LaLiga's decision to stage a match in Miami later this year is good for football and a reward for the international supporters who pay to watch the league from afar, the Spanish soccer federation's (RFEF) president Rafael Louzan said.

Messi's Kerala visit in November postponed

Messi's Kerala visit in November postponed

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Messi's last visit with the Argentina team to India was back in 2011, when they faced Venezuela in a friendly match at Kolkata's iconic Salt Lake Stadium.

FIFA rankings: India's downward spiral continues!

FIFA rankings: India's downward spiral continues!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Out of Asian Cup contention, Indian men's football team drops two places to 136 in FIFA rankings

Doggett the Carpenter Ready to Build His Ashes Legacy

Doggett the Carpenter Ready to Build His Ashes Legacy

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

'I was playing country cricket and working as a carpenter, and that was the dream for me.'

Who Eats The Most Cheese: The 7 Top Cheese Consumers

Who Eats The Most Cheese: The 7 Top Cheese Consumers

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

According to World Population Review 2025 data, United States eats the most cheese in the world. It also the world largest cheese-producing country. In 2022 it manufactured 6.4 million tonnes of the world's output of 22.6 million tonnes of cheese in the same year.

Kohli, Gambhir, Irfan, share Diwali greetings

Kohli, Gambhir, Irfan, share Diwali greetings

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

This year, Diwali started on Saturday, October 19 with Dhanteras and ends on October 23 with Bhai Dooj.

Big names, new faces: Who's confirmed for FIFA World Cup 2026

Big names, new faces: Who's confirmed for FIFA World Cup 2026

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

The teams that have qualified for the 2026 World Cup, to be hosted by the US, Mexico and Canada from June 11 to July 19.

Haaland's legacy grows as Norway dare to dream big!

Haaland's legacy grows as Norway dare to dream big!

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Haaland bagged a double in Sunday's 4-1 win over Italy to bring his extraordinary scoring tally in 2026 World Cup qualifying to 16 goals, twice any other player in Europe.

Premier League on mission to expand India footprint

Premier League on mission to expand India footprint

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Premier League takes its responsibility very seriously and do a great job: Michael Owen

Norway FA cheers Gaza peace plan ahead of WC qualifier

Norway FA cheers Gaza peace plan ahead of WC qualifier

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Norwegian Football Federation president Lise Klaveness is looking forward to meeting her Israeli counterpart ahead of a World Cup qualifier between the two on Saturday following the announcement of a peace deal between Israel and Hamas, she said.