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PIX: Inside the world's most famous football stadium

PIX: Inside the world's most famous football stadium

Rediff.com24 Sep 2018

The Bernabeu is one of football's most iconic grounds, thanks to its imposing appearance, illustrious history and all the drama that has taken place on its hallowed turf.

Asia's Top 10 destinations for 2018

Asia's Top 10 destinations for 2018

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

Lonely Planet unveiled its list of Asia's Top 10 destinations for 2018.

US Congress passes Uyghur bill; China threatens retaliation

US Congress passes Uyghur bill; China threatens retaliation

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

By passing this bill, Congress is showing that the US will not turn a blind eye to the suffering of the oppressed, House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy said.

Lombi takes Argentina to title

Lombi takes Argentina to title

Rediff.com2 Jul 2007

Veteran Jorge Lombi scored a hat-trick as Argentina beat New Zealand 3-2 to win the Champions Challenge men's hockey tournament.

WC: Unimpressive Argentina have a lot of work to do if they have to go deep

WC: Unimpressive Argentina have a lot of work to do if they have to go deep

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

Not even a lively performance from Lionel Messi - at least in the first half in St Petersburg - as they edged out Nigeria 2-1 to finish second in Group D will give their large travelling band of supporters in Russia much in the way of confidence.

Didn't expect to suffer but we were confident God would help us: Messi

Didn't expect to suffer but we were confident God would help us: Messi

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

'We made many changes, trying to create opportunities but the important thing today was the players were really brave. That courage made this result possible'

Italy v US three reds equals finals record

Italy v US three reds equals finals record

Rediff.com18 Jun 2006

There have been three dismissals in three previous World Cup finals matches -- 1938 Brazil v Czechoslovakia, 1954 Brazil v Hungary and 1998 Denmark v South Africa.

Messi seeks redemption against dangerous Croatia

Messi seeks redemption against dangerous Croatia

Rediff.com19 Jun 2018

The Argentina captain turns 31 in a few days and may be playing his last World Cup. He would need to win it to rival fellow great Diego Maradona for the eternal love of his compatriots.

Portugal announce World Cup squad

Portugal announce World Cup squad

Rediff.com16 May 2006

Portugal coach Luiz Felipe Scolari left winger Ricardo Quaresma out of the squad of 23 players for next month's World Cup.

Sports Shorts: Gallacher wins Indian Open golf title

Sports Shorts: Gallacher wins Indian Open golf title

Rediff.com31 Mar 2019

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Sunday

Conte omits Balotelli, Pirlo from provisional Italy Euro 2016 squad

Conte omits Balotelli, Pirlo from provisional Italy Euro 2016 squad

Rediff.com23 May 2016

Italy manager Antonio Conte named his provisional squad for the European Championship on Monday, and his selection was notable as much for the player he left off as for those he chose.

Man Utd's Ronaldo will not face rape charge

Man Utd's Ronaldo will not face rape charge

Rediff.com25 Nov 2005

Scotland Yard said the Crown Prosecution Service had decided there was insufficient evidence to proceed.\n

Ronaldo released on bail

Ronaldo released on bail

Rediff.com20 Oct 2005

Cristiano Ronaldo was released on bail after being interviewed by police over an allegation of rape

Novartis extends OTC R&D to India

Novartis extends OTC R&D to India

Rediff.com23 Feb 2006

The centre is expected to enhance our existing in-house research and development resources.

La Liga: Sevilla held at Alaves after mistake by keeper Rico

La Liga: Sevilla held at Alaves after mistake by keeper Rico

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

Sevilla goalkeeper Sergio Rico blundered and then made two brilliant late stops as they were held to a 1-1 draw at Alaves on Monday that dented their La Liga title bid.

Porto chief charged over referees investigation

Porto chief charged over referees investigation

Rediff.com8 Dec 2004

A judge charged Jorge Nuno Pinto da Costa with two counts of active sports corruption, two of influence-trafficking and one of qualified falsification of documents.

Portugal ousted by a superior version of themselves

Portugal ousted by a superior version of themselves

Rediff.com1 Jul 2018

European champions Portugal came up against a superior version of themselves as they were knocked out of the World Cup by Uruguay on Saturday. Although Uruguay forward Edinson Cavani and Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo will grab the headlines -- the former for his two brilliantly goals and the latter for what could well be his World Cup farewell -- Uruguay owed their 2-1 win to a superb all-round performance.

Three sent off as US hold Italy

Three sent off as US hold Italy

Rediff.com18 Jun 2006

Chile earthquake kills 8

Chile earthquake kills 8

Rediff.com14 Jun 2005

WC Preview: France out to end Messi's World Cup dreams

WC Preview: France out to end Messi's World Cup dreams

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

After playing the most soporific game of the World Cup so far, France will feature in a seismic last-16 clash of former champions with a resurgent Argentina on Saturday, and they will have to drastically improve if they are to stop Lionel Messi.

The player who has allowed Messi's genius to light up World Cup

The player who has allowed Messi's genius to light up World Cup

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

The 29-year-old's composure on the ball, ability to pick a pass and tough tackling paid dividends at both ends of the pitch in the must-win game against Nigeria.

Why England and Belgium may want to be second

Why England and Belgium may want to be second

Rediff.com25 Jun 2018

England and Belgium face a World Cup conundrum ahead of Thursday's crunch in Kaliningrad

Guess who imports the maximum amount of Scotch wiskey?

Guess who imports the maximum amount of Scotch wiskey?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2016

The growth of exports to India stood out, with value up 28 per cent to 43 million pounds

Real ditch 'galacticos' for youth while Ajax export young blood

Real ditch 'galacticos' for youth while Ajax export young blood

Rediff.com12 Feb 2019

Ajax, four-times European Cup winners who are in the knockout stages for the first time in 13 years, have enhanced their reputation as a talent factory due to the rise of homegrown Dutch players Frenkie de Jong and Matthijs de Ligt.

Sports Shorts: Srikanth is Sportsperson of the Year!

Sports Shorts: Srikanth is Sportsperson of the Year!

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Thursday

Ronaldo cannot wait for 'special' Sporting match

Ronaldo cannot wait for 'special' Sporting match

Rediff.com13 Sep 2016

Real Madrid talisman Cristiano Ronaldo faces an emotional reunion with boyhood club Sporting Lisbon when his side begin the defence of their Champions League crown on Wednesday. Ronaldo, who scored the decisive penalty in the shootout win over Atletico Madrid in last season's final, returned to club football following an injury layoff when he scored in the 5-2 thrashing of Osasuna on Saturday.

New Pope's first blessing

New Pope's first blessing

Rediff.com19 Apr 2005

"Dear brothers and sisters, after the great Pope John Paull II, the cardinals have elected me - a simple, humble worker in the vineyard of the Lord."

Argentina's puzzle - great players, but misfiring team

Argentina's puzzle - great players, but misfiring team

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

Argentina have reached three major finals in three years but the team who came so close to winning the 2014 World Cup face crunch games against Peru and Ecuador that will determine if they miss out on the global showpiece event for the first time since 1970.

Chelsea offer Mourinho new deal

Chelsea offer Mourinho new deal

Rediff.com6 Apr 2005

Jose Mourinho has been offered a three-year extension worth 5.2 million pounds a year

The billionaires' realty broker

The billionaires' realty broker

Rediff.com28 Sep 2005

Bizarre! Politician mulls day of remembrance for Brazil's 7-1 loss to Germany

Bizarre! Politician mulls day of remembrance for Brazil's 7-1 loss to Germany

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

Jota Silva said the day would serve to "reflect on what happened on July 8," the day in 2014 when eventual world champions Germany beat Brazil 7-1 in the semi-finals.

Indian Football PIX: FC Goa consolidates top spot

Indian Football PIX: FC Goa consolidates top spot

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

Mumbai City did put up a fight but Goa were clinical enough to notch up an emphatic win.

Porto chairman questioned in corruption case

Porto chairman questioned in corruption case

Rediff.com4 Dec 2004

Jorge Nuno Pinto da Costa was released on condition of reporting periodically to police and remaining in the Porto area.

Real without Ronaldo, Bale, Kroos and Pepe for Super Cup

Real without Ronaldo, Bale, Kroos and Pepe for Super Cup

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

Real Madrid will be without forward pair Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale, midfielder Toni Kroos and defender Pepe for Tuesday's UEFA Super Cup encounter with Sevilla in Trondheim, Norway.

ISL-V: Bhumij's late strike helps Mumbai City hold Kerala Blasters

ISL-V: Bhumij's late strike helps Mumbai City hold Kerala Blasters

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

Pranjal Bhumij scored a stoppage time goal to help Mumbai City FC hold hosts Kerala Blasters to a 1-1 draw in the Hero Indian Super League (ISL), in Kochi, on Friday.

Messi's last chance to win World Cup

Messi's last chance to win World Cup

Rediff.com13 Dec 2017

The 'wounds' of 2014 will probably never heal, concedes Lionel Messi but the Argentine superstar is hopeful that 2018 will bring with it the World Cup that football 'owes' him.

What happens if Messi is convicted of alleged tax evasion?

What happens if Messi is convicted of alleged tax evasion?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2014

Four-time world player of the year Lionel Messi would soon face trial for alleged tax evasion; a Spanish judge has ruled and might face a six year jail term if convicted.

Did jobless Mourinho send 'love letter' to Man Utd?

Did jobless Mourinho send 'love letter' to Man Utd?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2016

Jose Mourinho's agent has dismissed as 'absolutely ridiculous and totally absurd' a report that the Portuguese wrote a 'love letter' to Manchester United to trumpet his case to be their next manager.

Beauty Shop is hard to resist

Beauty Shop is hard to resist

Rediff.com31 Mar 2005

Why Ranieri is not losing sleep over Leicester's title defence

Why Ranieri is not losing sleep over Leicester's title defence

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

Leicester City boss Claudio Ranieri is not losing sleep over his team's Premier League title defence and believes the pressure to succeed is more on the new managers of the big-name clubs.