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Champions League: Napoli thrash Liverpool; Barcelona win

Champions League: Napoli thrash Liverpool; Barcelona win

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

A round-up of Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

PHOTOS: Moura hat-trick puts Tottenham into Champions League final

PHOTOS: Moura hat-trick puts Tottenham into Champions League final

Rediff.com9 May 2019

Spurs beat Ajax 3-2 in the second leg of the semi-final on Wednesday and will face Liverpool on June 1 in Madrid.

Football PIX: Asensio strike sets up Spain-Brazil final

Football PIX: Asensio strike sets up Spain-Brazil final

Rediff.com3 Aug 2021

Brazil will face the winners of Tuesday's other semi-final between Spain and Japan in Saitama.

La Liga: Real back on top; Barcelona held by Alaves

La Liga: Real back on top; Barcelona held by Alaves

Rediff.com31 Oct 2021

Real Madrid moved back to the top of La Liga as Vinicius Junior scored both goals in a 2-1 victory at Elche on Saturday.

Euro 2020: Goal of the day

Euro 2020: Goal of the day

Rediff.com27 Jun 2021

Kasper Dolberg returned to his old stomping ground in Amsterdam

I'm 2-0 up in battle against cancer, says Cruyff

I'm 2-0 up in battle against cancer, says Cruyff

Rediff.com13 Feb 2016

Dutch soccer great Johan Cruyff says he is "2-0 up in the first half" of his fight against lung cancer and confident of winning the battle. A former smoker who had heart surgery in 1991, the 68-year-old former Barcelona coach was diagnosed with cancer in October. "After several medical treatments I can say the results have been very positive, thanks to the excellent work of the doctors, the affection of the people and my positive mentality," triple Ballon d'Or winner Cruyff said in a statement. "Right now I have the feeling I am 2-0 up in the first half of a match that has not finished yet. But I am sure I will end up winning." Considered one of football's all-time greats, Cruyff helped Ajax Amsterdam win three European Cups from 1971-73 and was named European Footballer of the Year in 1971, 1973 and 1974. He joined Barcelona for a then-world record transfer fee of $2 million and it was the Catalan club that defined his coaching career as he helped them win their first La Liga title in 15 years in 1974.

Botha's 'doosra' declared illegal by ICC

Botha's 'doosra' declared illegal by ICC

Rediff.com13 May 2009

South African off-spinner Johan Botha's 'doosra' delivery has been declared illegal by the International Cricket Council but his off-break and arm-ball were cleared after biomechanic tests.

Spinners set for leading role in Champions Trophy opener

Spinners set for leading role in Champions Trophy opener

Rediff.com22 Sep 2009

South Africa and Sri Lanka are set to play two frontline spinners apiece on what promises to be a turning wicket at Centurion Park for their Champions Trophy opener on Tuesday. The hosts, the International Cricket Council's top-ranked one-day team, have off-spinner Johan Botha and left-armer Roelof van der Merwe while Sri Lanka will counter with off-spinner Muttiah Muralitharan and the unorthodox Ajantha Mendis.

PICS: Bayern oust Barca; Liverpool, Porto, Inter advance

PICS: Bayern oust Barca; Liverpool, Porto, Inter advance

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

A round-up of Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

All Squads: Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup

All Squads: Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

The FIFA 2022 World Cup will kick-off in Qatar on Sunday, November 20. Here is a list of the 26-man squads playing in the quadrennial global football extravaganza.

PIX: Liverpool cruise; Barcelona, Atletico stunned

PIX: Liverpool cruise; Barcelona, Atletico stunned

Rediff.com5 Oct 2022

A round-up of Tuesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Paris hostage crisis: They saved themselves by hiding in freezers

Paris hostage crisis: They saved themselves by hiding in freezers

Rediff.com10 Jan 2015

Even as six hostages were taken by the gunman in the Jewish grocery store, around 30 others hid in a freezing cold storage room for about five hours, hoping they would not be found.

Love triumphs! Heidi, 45 enagaged to Tom, 29

Love triumphs! Heidi, 45 enagaged to Tom, 29

Rediff.com26 Dec 2018

The 45-year-old mum of four shared the news on Instagram.

IPL 8 Squads: Kolkata Knight Riders

IPL 8 Squads: Kolkata Knight Riders

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

Check out the Kolkata Knight Riders squad for the eighth edition of the Indian Premier League.

Djourou doubtful for Champions League

Djourou doubtful for Champions League

Rediff.com12 Apr 2009

Arsenal defender Johan Djourou is doubtful for Wednesday's Champions League quarter-final second leg against Villarreal after damaging his knee playing in Saturday's 4-1 win over Wigan Athletic.

Barca seek 'Clasico' win as fitting tribute to Cruyff

Barca seek 'Clasico' win as fitting tribute to Cruyff

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

Memories and images of Johan Cruyff will provide an emotional backdrop to Saturday's Nou Camp 'Clasico' against Real Madrid when Barcelona pay tribute to the man who transformed the club from also-rans into one of the game's superpowers.

The man who changed football

The man who changed football

Rediff.com26 Mar 2016

'Generations of football fans will eternally be grateful to Johan Cruyff and what he did for the beautiful game,' says Aabhas Sharma.

Israel, Denmark to vaccinate all athletes for Tokyo Olympics

Israel, Denmark to vaccinate all athletes for Tokyo Olympics

Rediff.com27 Jan 2021

Several countries, including Israel and Denmark, said they would vaccinate their athletes and staff against COVID-19 ahead of the Tokyo Olympics, amid global debate over whether athletes should be given priority access in the rollout.

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

We live in a wonderfully weird world and here's proof of it!

Isle of Man Chess: Anand held by Artemiev as Indian challenge ends

Isle of Man Chess: Anand held by Artemiev as Indian challenge ends

Rediff.com28 Oct 2018

Viswanathan Anand was held to a draw by Vladislav Artemiev of Russia in the eighth and penultimate round, ending the Indian challenge in the Isle of Man International Chess tournament on Sunday.

TOP CLICKS OF THE DAY

TOP CLICKS OF THE DAY

Rediff.com7 Feb 2012

Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) reaches to score over New Jersey Nets center Johan Petro in the second quarter of their NBA basketball game in Newark, New Jersey on Monday night.

Guardiola salutes Real Madrid after Champions League win

Guardiola salutes Real Madrid after Champions League win

Rediff.com30 May 2018

Former Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola said bitter rivals Real Madrid were a 'spectacular' side after they won a record 13th European title in Kiev on Saturday.

Botha's bowling action gets clean chit

Botha's bowling action gets clean chit

Rediff.com21 Nov 2006

The ICC cleared Johan Botha of suspected bowling action and told Cricket South Africa that the off-spinner can resume bowling at the international level.

From cow fields to Camp Nou, Setien aims high

From cow fields to Camp Nou, Setien aims high

Rediff.com15 Jan 2020

Setien was named Barcelona coach late on Monday, tasked with the job of restoring the club's iconic passing style, but the appointment represents a huge gamble for the Catalans given the 61-year-old's lack of success at the highest level.

PIX: Barca score epic comeback win over Sevilla to reach Copa final

PIX: Barca score epic comeback win over Sevilla to reach Copa final

Rediff.com4 Mar 2021

Barcelona pulled off a stirring comeback to overturn a two-goal deficit and reach the Copa del Rey final, beating Sevilla 3-0 after extra-time in Wednesday's semi-final second leg, to go through 3-2 on aggregate.

IPL: Which bowler has the best economy rate?

IPL: Which bowler has the best economy rate?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2021

While T20 is primarily a batsmen-dominated format, the bowlers have evolved over the years and left a mark with their clever innovations.

World Cup: 'Spanish' Messi prepares to give Argentina its third title

World Cup: 'Spanish' Messi prepares to give Argentina its third title

Rediff.com12 Jul 2014

Argentina's Lionel Messi, the most unassuming and also one of the most admired talents in world sport, can join the elite of soccer greats by winning the World Cup in Sunday's final against Germany.

Remo back in Goa, court to hear bail plea next week

Remo back in Goa, court to hear bail plea next week

Rediff.com1 Jan 2016

Pop singer Remo Fernandes, charged with threatening a minor, returned to Goa even as a local court fixed January 5 for arguments on his anticipatory bail petition.

Argentina, the Netherlands have rich history to live up to

Argentina, the Netherlands have rich history to live up to

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

If the past is any guide, we should be in for something memorable on Wednesday in Sao Paulo when the Netherlands meet Argentina in the World Cup semi-final at the Corinthians arena.

New Barca boss fires warning on initiation: Show commitment or leave

New Barca boss fires warning on initiation: Show commitment or leave

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

'We're going to work very hard to build a strong team but we'll have to make changes because the image of the other day is not what we want. We'll have to work hard to recover our prestige.'

Witness feared Pistorius might kill himself after shooting girlfriend

Witness feared Pistorius might kill himself after shooting girlfriend

Rediff.com6 Mar 2014

One of the first people on the scene after Oscar Pistorius shot girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp told a court on Thursday he feared the South African Olympic and Paralympic star, who is on trial for murder, might kill himself with the same gun.

Xavi undecided on offer to coach Barca

Xavi undecided on offer to coach Barca

Rediff.com12 Jan 2020

Barcelona great Xavi Hernandez has said it is his dream to coach his former side

'Match against India a chance to put in the young guys'

'Match against India a chance to put in the young guys'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2012

South African stand-in T20 captain Johan Botha has said the one-off match against India at the Wanderers today will provide a great opportunity for the squad's youngsters.

Euro: Round 3: Top 5 Team Performances

Euro: Round 3: Top 5 Team Performances

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

Laxmi Negi/Rediff.com picks the five best matches of the final round.

Pak refugee backed to lead Aus spin for Ashes

Pak refugee backed to lead Aus spin for Ashes

Rediff.com28 Feb 2013

Former South African tweaker Johan Botha believes Pakistan refugee spinner Fawad Ahmed is the missing link in Australia's plot to regain the Ashes and No.1 Test ranking.

Need 'bikini babe' car wash? Win 'Man of the Match' award!

Need 'bikini babe' car wash? Win 'Man of the Match' award!

Rediff.com9 Aug 2013

A Dutch football club offered their players a free car-wash service by bikini-wearing women if any of them get a 'Man of the Match' award.

Turning Point: 15-20 runs too many, and Daredevils were done in

Turning Point: 15-20 runs too many, and Daredevils were done in

Rediff.com8 May 2015

After succumbing to their seventh loss this season, Delhi Daredevils skipper JP Duminy said his team paid the price for conceding too many runs in the last five overs against Kolkata Knight Riders on Thursday.

Botha cited for suspect action for third time

Botha cited for suspect action for third time

Rediff.com8 Oct 2013

Former South Africa One-day International captain Johan Botha has had doubt cast on the legitimacy of his bowling action for the third time in his career and will have to undergo biomechanical analysis.

Dominant Djokovic, Serena claim top honours at Laureus Sports Awards

Dominant Djokovic, Serena claim top honours at Laureus Sports Awards

Rediff.com19 Apr 2016

World number ones Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams completed a clean sweep for tennis as they won the Laureus Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year awards on Monday.

Warriors

Warriors

Rediff.com8 Sep 2010

The Warriors team for the Champions League T20, which kicks-off in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Friday, September 10.