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With Benitez gone, can Manchester United lure Gareth Bale?

With Benitez gone, can Manchester United lure Gareth Bale?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

After the axing of Real Madrid coach Rafael Benitez, Manchester United are getting ready to re-launch a bid to sign Gareth Bale.

Gareth Bale on Champions League and United's Pogba

Gareth Bale on Champions League and United's Pogba

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

The possibility of winning Europe's most prestigious club competition in his hometown has given Wales winger Gareth Bale extra motivation to help Real Madrid become the first club to defend their Champions League title.

Now, demands rise to scrutinise Gareth Bale's Real transfer deal

Now, demands rise to scrutinise Gareth Bale's Real transfer deal

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

Three Euro MPs want the European Union to probe Gareth Bale's 100 million euros ($111.25 million) move from Tottenham Hotspur to Real Madrid in 2013, according to media reports.

Gareth Bale doubtful for Real Madrid's Liverpool clash

Gareth Bale doubtful for Real Madrid's Liverpool clash

Rediff.com20 Oct 2014

Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale has a buttock muscle strain and is doubtful for their Champions League Group B match against Liverpool at Anfield on Wednesday, the club said.

Why Real Madrid spent 131 million dollars for Gareth Bale

Why Real Madrid spent 131 million dollars for Gareth Bale

Rediff.com2 Sep 2013

The start of the transformation of Gareth Bale from a gangly teenager who did not play on the winning side in his first 24 Premier League matches for Tottenham Hotspur to the world's most expensive player can be pin-pointed to an exact place and time.

Is Tottenham Hotspurs' Gareth Bale worth a 100 million Euros?

Is Tottenham Hotspurs' Gareth Bale worth a 100 million Euros?

Rediff.com1 Aug 2013

But the question here is, is Bale's price worth his talent? Will he survive the demanding, highly technical game at the La Liga? We ask you, dear readers, to tell us if Bale IS really worth 86 million pounds? Share your thoughts!

What Gareth Bale needs to do to win Real Madrid fans...

What Gareth Bale needs to do to win Real Madrid fans...

Rediff.com1 Feb 2015

Gareth Bale was once again subjected to whistling from a section of the Bernabeu crowd.

Champions League: Gareth Bale fit for Real's clash at Atletico

Champions League: Gareth Bale fit for Real's clash at Atletico

Rediff.com13 Apr 2015

Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale is fit for Tuesday's Champions League quarter-final showdown at Atletico Madrid after sitting out Saturday's La Liga win at home to Eibar, coach Carlo Ancelotti said on Monday.

Isco grabs the opportunity to impress in Gareth Bale's absence

Isco grabs the opportunity to impress in Gareth Bale's absence

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

While Gareth Bale is fully expected to regain his place in the Real Madrid side when he returns from injury, team mate Isco is making the most of his chance to prove his worth on the pitch.

La Liga: Gareth Bale scores his first hat-trick for Real Madrid

La Liga: Gareth Bale scores his first hat-trick for Real Madrid

Rediff.com1 Dec 2013

Gareth Bale struck his first Real Madrid hat-trick and set up another goal in a thumping 4-0 La Liga victory over Real Valladolid on Saturday.

Bale extends Real Madrid contract to 2022

Bale extends Real Madrid contract to 2022

Rediff.com30 Oct 2016

Wales international Gareth Bale has extended his Real Madrid contract until 2022, the Spanish club said on Sunday. Bale joined Real for a then world-record fee of 100 million euros ($110 million) in 2013 and has won two Champions Leagues and a King's Cup in three seasons with the La Liga club. The 27-year-old winger, whose previous contract ran until 2019, has made 135 appearances in all competitions since he joined the club, scoring 62 goals.

World Cup: Bale saves the day again for Wales!

World Cup: Bale saves the day again for Wales!

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

Wales' 33-year-old all-time top scorer came to the rescue, using all his drive and experience to win a penalty against a tiring US defence and then converting it brilliantly.

Real Madrid's Bale suffers injury

Real Madrid's Bale suffers injury

Rediff.com19 Jan 2016

Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale damaged a calf muscle in Sunday's La Liga game at home to Sporting Gijon, tests confirmed on Tuesday. Bale, who scored with a seventh-minute header to put Real 1-0 up at the Bernabeu, limped out shortly before halftime with his side leading 5-0. "After tests carried out today (Tuesday) on the player Gareth Bale at the Sanitas La Moraleja University Hospital, he has been diagnosed with a soleus muscle injury in his right leg," Real said on their website (www.realmadrid.com).

How Mourinho played a role in Bale's Spurs return

How Mourinho played a role in Bale's Spurs return

Rediff.com20 Sep 2020

Tottenham Hotspur forward Gareth Bale is relishing the opportunity to work with manager Jose Mourinho who had unsuccessfully tried to sign the Welshman in the past.

Bale and wife donate 500,000 pounds to hospital charity

Bale and wife donate 500,000 pounds to hospital charity

Rediff.com23 Apr 2020

The Cardiff-born Bale, who plays for Real Madrid, and his wife Emma have donated the money to the charitable arm of the Cardiff and Vale University Health Board.

FIFA World Cup: Bale penalty earns Wales 1-1 draw with US

FIFA World Cup: Bale penalty earns Wales 1-1 draw with US

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

IMAGES from the FIFA World Cup match played between USA and Wales on Monday.

Wales winger Bale launches esports team

Wales winger Bale launches esports team

Rediff.com4 Feb 2020

Wales and Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale has launched a new esports organisation called Ellevens Esports, with a team from the franchise set to make their debut at the FIFA eClub World Cup in Milan this week.

Can Bale fill Ronaldo void at Real Madrid?

Can Bale fill Ronaldo void at Real Madrid?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2018

Real Madrid's Gareth Bale has the qualities to fill the void left by his fellow forward Cristiano Ronaldo's move to Juventus, the Spanish side's new manager Julen Lopetegui has said.

European Roundup: Bale joins Madrid, Messi hits hat-trick

European Roundup: Bale joins Madrid, Messi hits hat-trick

Rediff.com2 Sep 2013

Tottenham Hotspur winger Gareth Bale joined Real Madrid for a record 100 million euros while Lionel Messi showed the talent he will be up against in La Liga when the Argentine hit a hat-trick in Barcelona's 3-2 win over Valencia.

'Bale not for sale; he is key part of Real Madrid's future'

'Bale not for sale; he is key part of Real Madrid's future'

Rediff.com31 Dec 2014

Real Madrid have made it clear to Manchester United and other possible suitors for his signature that Gareth Bale is not for sale at any price.

'Ball hog' Bale angers Ronaldo again

'Ball hog' Bale angers Ronaldo again

Rediff.com11 Jan 2015

Gareth Bale angered Real Madrid team mate Cristiano Ronaldo for the second La Liga game in a row on Saturday.

What Zidane said to Bale before departure

What Zidane said to Bale before departure

Rediff.com19 Sep 2020

'It's not like that. It's more complicated. With Bale it's always about one side against the other. But I've never had a problem with Gareth.'

Wales captain Bale announces end of playing career

Wales captain Bale announces end of playing career

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

Bale decided to end his playing career at the age of 33

Bale will not leave Real on loan, says his agent

Bale will not leave Real on loan, says his agent

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

The 30-year-old is out of favour with Real and manager Zinedine Zidane has said the club are "working on his departure".

Spurs sign Bale on loan, Reguilon on permanent deal

Spurs sign Bale on loan, Reguilon on permanent deal

Rediff.com20 Sep 2020

Gareth Bale returns to his former club on a one-year loan deal, with British media reporting that Tottenham Hotspur will pay 20 million pounds ($25.8 million) in wages and fees for the 31-year-old Wales forward.

Bale back in Real training before Malaga clash

Bale back in Real training before Malaga clash

Rediff.com17 Oct 2013

Gareth Bale returned to full training with his Real Madrid team mates on Wednesday as he continued his recovery from a muscle injury, suggesting the Wales winger may play a part in Saturday's La Liga clash at Malaga.

EPL: Mystery over Bale's Madrid transfer saga continues

EPL: Mystery over Bale's Madrid transfer saga continues

Rediff.com5 Aug 2013

If you thought that the fuss over Gareth Bale's transfer to Real Madrid was over and done with, you are wrong. At least that is what Tottenham Hotspurs' coach Andres Villas-Boas wants us to believe.

Why Wales boss feels Bale is 'most down-to-earth boy'

Why Wales boss feels Bale is 'most down-to-earth boy'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

Wales boss Chris Coleman has come out in support of his star play maker Gareth Bale.

Euro 2016: This is what Ronaldo told Bale after the semis...

Euro 2016: This is what Ronaldo told Bale after the semis...

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Cristiano Ronaldo was seen consoling Gareth Bale after the final whistle, and he also congratulated the Welshman.

Charity video game: Dybala too good for Bale

Charity video game: Dybala too good for Bale

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

Juventus striker Dybala only recently recovered from the coronavirus himself but was in good spirits and proved too good for the Real winger Gareth Bale in a FIFA 20 video game as part of a Combat Corona fundraiser for UNICEF at the weekend. With the coronavirus pandemic bringing soccer across the globe to a standstill, the world of esports has helped keep players and fans entertained.

PHOTOS: Debutants Bale and Ozil shine for new clubs

PHOTOS: Debutants Bale and Ozil shine for new clubs

Rediff.com16 Sep 2013

Real Madrid's world record signing Gareth Bale scored on his debut in Spain, while Arsenal's new recruit Mesut Ozil also lived up to expectations in his first appearance in England's Premier League.

Bale 'disappointed' with sacking of Benitez

Bale 'disappointed' with sacking of Benitez

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale has expressed disappointment over the sacking of Rafael Benitez as a manager, saying that it was really sad to see him go. "I had a very good relationship with Rafa, obviously it was a big disappointment to see him go," Bale was quoted as saying by goal.com. Benitez was replaced by former French great Zinedine Zidane after just seven months in charge due to club's recent slump in form in the La Liga. Zidane's appointment seemed to be in favour of Real as they thrashed Deportivo La Coruna 5-0 in La Liga match.

Champions League: Real Madrid leave Bale out for City tie

Champions League: Real Madrid leave Bale out for City tie

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

The Welshman has a contract until 2022 and was set to make a lucrative move to the Chinese Super League last year before the transfer was scuttled when Real made a last-minute decision to insist on a transfer fee rather than terminate his contract.

Bale to undergo ankle surgery in London

Bale to undergo ankle surgery in London

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

Gareth Bale will undergo ankle surgery next week to repair damaged tendons, Real Madrid said on Thursday. The Wales international picked up the injury during Tuesday's 2-1 Champions League victory at Sporting Lisbon. "Real Madrid Sanitas Medical Services have decided that Gareth Bale will undergo an operation following the traumatic dislocation of the peroneal tendons of his right ankle," La Liga leaders Real said in a statement.

FIFA WC: Bale ready for Wales opener, Allen ruled out

FIFA WC: Bale ready for Wales opener, Allen ruled out

Rediff.com20 Nov 2022

Bale's fitness has been a major concern for Wales, with the 33-year-old yet to play a full match for Los Angeles FC due to injury issues.

Manchester United linked with move for Bale

Manchester United linked with move for Bale

Rediff.com29 Oct 2014

Manchester United has reportedly been linked with a move for Welsh forward Gareth Bale in recent weeks as Real Madrid has revealed that they are willing to sell the former Tottenham Hotspur star.

Real's Bale scores to sink former club Spurs in pre-season friendly

Real's Bale scores to sink former club Spurs in pre-season friendly

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

Gareth Bale scored against his former club Tottenham Hotspur as Real Madrid claimed a convincing 2-0 win over the Premier League club in a friendly at the pre-season Audi Cup in Germany.

Bale leaves underwhelming Madrid legacy despite haul of goals and trophies

Bale leaves underwhelming Madrid legacy despite haul of goals and trophies

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

A naturally shy character who rarely gave interviews or spoke Spanish in public, Bale never ingratiated himself to Madrid supporters

La Liga: Bale strike gives Madrid narrow win

La Liga: Bale strike gives Madrid narrow win

Rediff.com9 Dec 2018

Gareth Bale ended a three-month goal drought in La Liga to give Real Madrid a nervy 1-0 win away to basement club Huesca on Sunday, taking his side back into the top four at the expense of Alaves.

Why Bale wants to return to Real Madrid

Why Bale wants to return to Real Madrid

Rediff.com29 Mar 2021

Gareth Bale has reiterated his plan to return to Real Madrid once his loan spell at Tottenham Hotspur is over and played down suggestions his comments were disrespectful to the London club.