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PSG turn down Real Madrid move for Ancelotti

PSG turn down Real Madrid move for Ancelotti

Rediff.com13 May 2013

Paris St Germain have rejected a bid by Real Madrid to hire coach Carlo Ancelotti, club president Nasser al Khelaifi said on Monday.

PSG sign Uruguay striker Cavani to five-year deal

PSG sign Uruguay striker Cavani to five-year deal

Rediff.com17 Jul 2013

Paris St Germain have signed last season's Serie A top scorer Edinson Cavani from Napoli on a five-year contract, the French Ligue 1 champions said on Tuesday.

Photos: PSG look set to advance even without Ibrahimovic

Photos: PSG look set to advance even without Ibrahimovic

Rediff.com13 Feb 2013

Paris St Germain will be without the talismanic Zlatan Ibrahimovic for the return match but are still favourites to progress after beating Valencia 2-1 in their Champions League last-16 first leg on Tuesday.

Will 'distracted' Mahrez stay with EPL champions Leicester?

Will 'distracted' Mahrez stay with EPL champions Leicester?

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

Speculation about a possible transfer to Premier League rivals Arsenal has unsettled LeicesterCity winger Riyad Mahrez, manager Claudio Ranieri has said.

When furious fans invaded the pitch

When furious fans invaded the pitch

Rediff.com11 Mar 2018

West Ham United could face repercussions after several pitch invasions and ugly scenes in the stands during the second half of a crushing 3-0 home Premier League defeat by Burnley on Saturday.

Champions League: History beckons for Man City against PSG

Champions League: History beckons for Man City against PSG

Rediff.com12 Apr 2016

Manchester City look to take an important step in their transformation into one of the world's leading clubs on Tuesday by reaching the Champions League semi-finals for the first time.

Ibrahimovic on target again as PSG back on top

Ibrahimovic on target again as PSG back on top

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

Zlatan Ibrahimovic's domination of the French League continued on Sunday when he scored his 19th Ligue 1 goal as Paris St Germain reclaimed top spot with a clinical 1-0 win at Girondins Bordeaux.

Champions League: Why mega-rich PSG, Man City need to deliver NOW!

Champions League: Why mega-rich PSG, Man City need to deliver NOW!

Rediff.com5 Apr 2016

It is time to deliver for Paris St Germain and Manchester City as the two mega-rich teams prepare to lock horns in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final.

Football Briefs: Neymar out for 'six to eight weeks'

Football Briefs: Neymar out for 'six to eight weeks'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2018

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

Football Extras: Newcastle win at Leicester; 'Anfield Iron' dead

Football Extras: Newcastle win at Leicester; 'Anfield Iron' dead

Rediff.com13 Apr 2019

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

Ibrahimovic summoned by league over foul-mouthed rant

Ibrahimovic summoned by league over foul-mouthed rant

Rediff.com20 Mar 2015

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been summoned by the French League's (LFP) disciplinary commission to explain derogatory remarks he made after Paris St Germain's 3-2 defeat at Girondins Bordeaux last weekend.

Soccer: Antonio sets record as West Ham thrash Leicester

Soccer: Antonio sets record as West Ham thrash Leicester

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

Having headed into the match tied on 47 league goals with West Ham's former stalwart Paolo Di Canio, Antonio was delighted to have surpassed the Italian as he celebrated by lifting a cardboard cut-out of himself at the side of the pitch.

PIX: Suarez piles misery on Barcelona; Juve win derby

PIX: Suarez piles misery on Barcelona; Juve win derby

Rediff.com3 Oct 2021

Images from football action around European leagues played on Sunday

European Soccer Roundup: Barca, Bayern stay strong but PSG lose

European Soccer Roundup: Barca, Bayern stay strong but PSG lose

Rediff.com18 Feb 2013

Barcelona and Bayern Munich maintained dominance of their respective leagues but there was a shock for French Ligue 1 leaders Paris St Germain who lost to end a nine-match unbeaten run.

'PSG success proves Champions League credentials'

'PSG success proves Champions League credentials'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2013

Paris St Germain's 2-1 Champions League win at Valencia on Tuesday is proof that the big-spending Ligue 1 club have become a force in Europe but they should not get carried away, according to director of football Leonardo.

Ibrahimovic rumours don't bother Sweden, we're used to it: Hamren

Ibrahimovic rumours don't bother Sweden, we're used to it: Hamren

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

Speculation surrounding Zlatan Ibrahimovic's future is not affecting Sweden's Euro 2016 campaign, coach Erik Hamren has said.

Ibrahimovic strikes again as PSG sprint six points clear

Ibrahimovic strikes again as PSG sprint six points clear

Rediff.com9 Feb 2013

- Zlatan Ibrahimovic started on the bench but still netted his 21st goal in as many Ligue 1 appearances as Paris St Germain opened a six-point lead at the top with a 3-1 home win over Bastia on Friday.

Beckham hopes to emulate Giggs and Scholes in PSG role

Beckham hopes to emulate Giggs and Scholes in PSG role

Rediff.com8 Feb 2013

David Beckham does not expect to be a regular starter at Paris St Germain but he hopes to adopt the same role as Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes perform at his old club Manchester United, the former England captain said on Thursday.

Weekend soccer: Man City go top, Sunderland bt Fulham

Weekend soccer: Man City go top, Sunderland bt Fulham

Rediff.com19 Nov 2012

Images from football matches played across Europe over the weekend.

Soccer PHOTOS: Mbappe strike for PSG; Lazio stun Inter

Soccer PHOTOS: Mbappe strike for PSG; Lazio stun Inter

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

Mbappe struck in the 74th minute to put PSG on 80 points from 29 games and on the brink of retaining the title with second-placed Lille, who beat Nantes 3-2 away earlier on Sunday, still 20 points behind having played a game more.

PIX: Messi scores as PSG down City; Real lose to Sheriff

PIX: Messi scores as PSG down City; Real lose to Sheriff

Rediff.com29 Sep 2021

Lionel Messi scored his maiden goal for Paris St Germain in Tuesday's 2-0 Champions League victory against Manchester City.

January transfer window: Chelsea's Christensen signs new long-term deal

January transfer window: Chelsea's Christensen signs new long-term deal

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

The 21-year-old Denmark international has made 22 appearances for the English champions this term having cemented his place at the heart of Antonio Conte's three-man defence.

PIX: Villa maintain perfect start; Schalke end losing run

PIX: Villa maintain perfect start; Schalke end losing run

Rediff.com19 Oct 2020

Brighton and Hove Albion scored late to earn a 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace. Sheffield United and Fulham also drew 1-1 as both teams picked up their first points.

Portuguese, Spanish clubs resume training

Portuguese, Spanish clubs resume training

Rediff.com5 May 2020

Portugal's top flight football clubs, including Porto and Benfica, resumed training on Monday for the first time since the coronavirus stoppage amid plans to restart the top league on May 30.

Neymar worried about foot as he prepares to return from injury

Neymar worried about foot as he prepares to return from injury

Rediff.com17 May 2018

The striker is expected to be fully fit by the time Brazil kick off their World Cup campaign against Switzerland on June 17.

Ibrahimovic sets up leaders PSG for easy win

Ibrahimovic sets up leaders PSG for easy win

Rediff.com22 Dec 2012

Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored his 18th goal of the season to inspire Ligue 1 leaders Paris St Germain to a comprehensive 3-0 victory at 10-man Stade Brest which lifted them three points clear at the top on Friday.

Europe football round-up: El Shaarawy stars in Roma win; Monaco lose

Europe football round-up: El Shaarawy stars in Roma win; Monaco lose

Rediff.com31 Jan 2016

Debutant Stephan El Shaarawy scored with a crafty backheeled volley to give AS Roma a 3-1 win over Frosinone in Serie A on Saturday, their first under coach Luciano Spalletti.

Deschamps leaves Olympique Marseille

Deschamps leaves Olympique Marseille

Rediff.com2 Jul 2012

Didier Deschamps is leaving Olympique Marseille after three years as a coach, the Ligue 1 club and the former world and European champion said on Monday.

Football Extras: Dortmund stunned; PSG progress in Cup

Football Extras: Dortmund stunned; PSG progress in Cup

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

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

Transfers: Former Roma skipper De Rossi joins Boca Juniors

Transfers: Former Roma skipper De Rossi joins Boca Juniors

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

De Rossi, who turned 36 on Wednesday, led Roma for the final time in a 2-1 victory over Parma at the Stadio Olimpico in May and finished his stint in the Italian capital with 616 appearances in 18 years.

Eden Hazard to join Chelsea

Eden Hazard to join Chelsea

Rediff.com29 May 2012

Highly-regarded Belgian international midfielder Eden Hazard has opted to join European champions Chelsea ahead of Manchester City and Manchester United.

Europe football: Napoli snatch 95th minute win against 10-man Sampdoria

Europe football: Napoli snatch 95th minute win against 10-man Sampdoria

Rediff.com8 Jan 2017

Draxler makes PSG debut as holders advance into French Cup last 32

PSG will play with this special message on their shirts...

PSG will play with this special message on their shirts...

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

The Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain will wear in special shirts, on Saturday, against Lorient to honour victims of Paris attacks.

PHOTOS: Neymar dedicates goal to Kobe Bryant

PHOTOS: Neymar dedicates goal to Kobe Bryant

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

Neymar was in a class of his own again on Sunday, scoring a double to help Paris St Germain extend their Ligue 1 lead to 10 points with a 2-0 win at Lille. The Brazilian dedicated his goal to former Los Angeles Lakers player Kobe Bryant, who died in a helicopter crash on Sunday, by raising two fingers in one hand and four fingers with the other to signal the number 24 -- Bryant's shirt number.

Body from plane wreckage identified as footballer Sala: UK police

Body from plane wreckage identified as footballer Sala: UK police

Rediff.com8 Feb 2019

Wreckage was found on Sunday following a privately-funded underwater search and a body recovered on Wednesday and taken to southern England.

Marseille win to record best start in 50 years

Marseille win to record best start in 50 years

Rediff.com24 Sep 2012

Olympique Marseille became the first Ligue 1 club in more than fifty years to win their first six league games when they beat Evian Thonon Gaillard 1-0 on Sunday.

Football clubs, players, strike pay deals for coronavirus lull

Football clubs, players, strike pay deals for coronavirus lull

Rediff.com3 Apr 2020

With sports events around the world suspended because of the coronavirus pandemic, football clubs and leagues have been discussing pay cuts with players to help them make it through the crisis.

Here's why Barca is suing Neymar...

Here's why Barca is suing Neymar...

Rediff.com22 Aug 2017

Barcelona are suing Neymar for 8.5 million euros for alleged breach of contract and demanding he return the loyalty bonus paid after he renewed his deal in October, less than a year before he signed for Paris St. Germain, the club said Tuesday.

Ranieri joins Monaco on two-year deal

Ranieri joins Monaco on two-year deal

Rediff.com30 May 2012

Former Chelsea, Juventus and Inter Milan manager Claudio Ranieri has been appointed as Monaco coach as the club from the wealthy principality look to regain their top flight status, the Ligue 2 side said on Wednesday.

Marseille fine director for criticising coach

Marseille fine director for criticising coach

Rediff.com25 Oct 2011

Olympique Marseille sports director Jose Anigo has been fined for criticising coach Didier Deschamps, the Ligue 1 club's president said on Monday.