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'Messi eats at his own table', says Alba after Wembley masterclass

'Messi eats at his own table', says Alba after Wembley masterclass

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

Messi ran amok at Wembley Stadium, slicing Spurs apart with incisive passes from deep, such as the one that allowed Philippe Coutinho to open the scoring, and was as dangerous as ever in front of goal, firing in the Catalan side's final two goals to end their winless run of three games.

Messi deserved to win FIFA's best player award: Barca coach

Messi deserved to win FIFA's best player award: Barca coach

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

'It's a prize that's called The Best and the guy who is, for us, the best player in the world wasn't there.'

WC qualifiers: Brozovic stars as Croatia beat Iceland behind closed doors

WC qualifiers: Brozovic stars as Croatia beat Iceland behind closed doors

Rediff.com13 Nov 2016

Croatia stayed on course to reach the 2018 World Cup after two superb strikes by midfielder Marcelo Brozovic gave them a 2-0 home win over Iceland in a Group I qualifier played behind closed doors in Zagreb on Saturday.

La Liga: Bale helps leaders Real see off Leganes

La Liga: Bale helps leaders Real see off Leganes

Rediff.com6 Nov 2016

A first-half double from Gareth Bale helped Real Madrid cement their position at the top of La Liga with a 3-0 win at home to Leganes on Sunday. Reeling from a chaotic midweek 3-3 draw at Legia Warsaw in the Champions League, Real got off to a slow start against neighbours Leganes, but Bale put them in charge in the 37th minute. The Wales international, who netted a sensational half volley against Legia, raced onto a through ball from Isco that split the visiting defence and rounded goalkeeper Jon Serantes to tuck the ball inside the near post from a tight angle.

Teams that have qualified for the 2022 FIFA World Cup

Teams that have qualified for the 2022 FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Following are the teams in eight groups for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, which will be held in Qatar from November 20-December 18.

Ronaldo gives Real another world title

Ronaldo gives Real another world title

Rediff.com17 Dec 2017

Cristiano Ronaldo scored with a free kick which went through the defensive wall to break Gremio's brave resistance and give Real Madrid a 1-0 victory over the South American champions in the Club World Cup final on Saturday.

ALL You Need To Know About Euro 2024

ALL You Need To Know About Euro 2024

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

Germany expects 2.7 million people to attend matches in stadiums across the country and some 12 million in its fan zones for outdoor viewing, including on a long stretch of turf laid out in front of Berlin's Brandenburg Gate.

Euro 2016: Croatia's Srna ready to play on after father's death

Euro 2016: Croatia's Srna ready to play on after father's death

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

Croatia captain Darijo Srna says he is ready to play against the Czech Republic at Euro 2016 on Friday following the death of his father. Srna's father passed away during Croatia's opening 1-0 Group D win over Turkey on Sunday and the right back rejoined the squad after travelling home for Monday's funeral. "It is a very difficult moment for me and my family and after talking to them, I decided to return to France," he told a news conference on Thursday ahead of the match in St Etienne.

La Liga: Ronaldo scores as Real win at Levante

La Liga: Ronaldo scores as Real win at Levante

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

Cristiano Ronaldo netted a first-half penalty as injury-depleted Real Madrid recovered from their derby defeat by Atletico Madrid at the weekend with a 3-1 win at Levante on Wednesday.

La Liga: Ronaldo on target again in Villarreal win

La Liga: Ronaldo on target again in Villarreal win

Rediff.com27 Sep 2014

Cristiano Ronaldo kept up his rich La Liga scoring form as Real Madrid beat Villarreal 2-0 on Saturday to move up to fourth.

Atletico strike early to beat Real and win Spanish Super Cup

Atletico strike early to beat Real and win Spanish Super Cup

Rediff.com23 Aug 2014

Atletico Madrid striker Mario Mandzukic's early goal secured a 1-0 win over Real Madrid and a 2-1 aggregate success to clinch the Spanish Super Cup and gain some revenge for last season's Champions League final defeat.

Record Ronaldo goal helps put Real Madrid top of La Liga

Record Ronaldo goal helps put Real Madrid top of La Liga

Rediff.com18 Oct 2015

Real Madrid opened a two-point lead over Villarreal at the top of La Liga when Cristiano Ronaldo set a club scoring record in a 3-0 stroll at home to Levante on Saturday.

WC Semis: Croatia v England - key head-to-head battles

WC Semis: Croatia v England - key head-to-head battles

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

Here is a look at some of the key head-to-head duels which could prove decisive.

PIX: Argentina steamroll Croatia to enter World Cup final

PIX: Argentina steamroll Croatia to enter World Cup final

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

IMAGES from the FIFA World Cup semi-final between Argentina and Croatia played at Lusail Stadium on Tuesday.

Champions League Preview: Depleted Real highly motivated for CSKA test

Champions League Preview: Depleted Real highly motivated for CSKA test

Rediff.com2 Oct 2018

Champions League holders Real Madrid will have to work around a string of injuries to key players in a tough match against CSKA Moscow, manager Julen Lopetegui said on Monday.

PICS: Real Madrid win record-extending 35th La Liga title

PICS: Real Madrid win record-extending 35th La Liga title

Rediff.com1 May 2022

Real are on 81 points with four games to go. They are 17 points ahead of nearest rivals Sevilla.

PIX: Germany qualify for 2022 World Cup; Croatia draw

PIX: Germany qualify for 2022 World Cup; Croatia draw

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

Images from the World Cup qualifying matches played on Monday.

PIX: Real Madrid rally to victory; Manchester United lose

PIX: Real Madrid rally to victory; Manchester United lose

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

Manchester United's miserable season continued with a 3-2 home defeat by Galatasaray.

PICS: Croatia down Denmark via penalty shoot-out to make last 8

PICS: Croatia down Denmark via penalty shoot-out to make last 8

Rediff.com2 Jul 2018

Croatia came back after conceding in the opening minute to defeat Denmark 3-2 in the penalty shoot-out and earn a World Cup quarter-final berth, after the two sides drew 1-1 in the Round of 16 match on Sunday.

Zidane deems video referrals 'confusing'

Zidane deems video referrals 'confusing'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

Criticisms from all corners for FIFA's new video technology

La Liga: Zidane's second coming off to winning start

La Liga: Zidane's second coming off to winning start

Rediff.com17 Mar 2019

Real are third in the league standings with 54 points after 28 games, two behind second-placed Atletico Madrid who visit Athletic Bilbao later on Saturday and nine points behind leaders Barcelona who play at Real Betis on Sunday.

How Zidane inspired this Ajax star to slay Real Madrid

How Zidane inspired this Ajax star to slay Real Madrid

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

Serbian midfielder Dusan Tadic said Zinedine Zidane had helped inspire what he described as the game of his life in Ajax Amsterdam's 4-1 drubbing of Champions League holders Real Madrid on Tuesday.

SOCCER PIX! Real lose as Barca close in on title; Leipzig enter final

SOCCER PIX! Real lose as Barca close in on title; Leipzig enter final

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Barcelona closed in on the LaLiga title as they picked up a 1-0 win over Osasuna and holders Real Madrid went down to

Infantino defends use of video replays at Club World Cup

Infantino defends use of video replays at Club World Cup

Rediff.com18 Dec 2016

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended the use of the video assistant referee system at the ongoing Club World Cup in Japan after the technology sparked controversy on both instances it was used.

Euro 2016: Is Croatia the favourites now?

Euro 2016: Is Croatia the favourites now?

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

Croatia striker Nikola Kalinic believes his country are now one of the favourites at Euro 2016 after beating Spain to win Group D.

Here's how Croatia plan to stop Messi

Here's how Croatia plan to stop Messi

Rediff.com18 Jun 2018

Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic says he will turn to his Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic for ideas on how to stop Argentina's Lionel Messi in Thursday's Group D match between the two teams.

WC qualifiers: Netherlands win in Latvia; Wales draw with Czechs

WC qualifiers: Netherlands win in Latvia; Wales draw with Czechs

Rediff.com9 Oct 2021

Round-up of World Cup qualifiers played on Friday

Zidane unfazed by Mourinho talk as Real prepare for Sevilla test

Zidane unfazed by Mourinho talk as Real prepare for Sevilla test

Rediff.com21 Sep 2019

Spanish media have reported that Real president Florentino Perez would be keen to recruit former coach Mourinho, currently without a club, should Zidane be relieved of his duties.

Here's why more than anyone, Ronaldo deserves Ballon D'Or

Here's why more than anyone, Ronaldo deserves Ballon D'Or

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri believes Cristiano Ronaldo deserves to win the Ballon D'Or, following media reports that the forward has not been short-listed for the award's final three for the first time since 2010.

Will he be the next big star to emerge from Real Madrid?

Will he be the next big star to emerge from Real Madrid?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

Federico Valverde has already made over 100 appearances at senior level - while winning silverware and recognition both with his current side Madrid and country Uruguay, and showing the physical, technical and mental attributes to become one of world football's outstanding midfielders.

Why Rebic is perfect for Croatian counter

Why Rebic is perfect for Croatian counter

Rediff.com14 Jul 2018

Croatia will need their big-game players to step up.

Ramos signs five-year extension deal with Real

Ramos signs five-year extension deal with Real

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

Local media reported the team captain, a dressing-room heavyweight and a huge fan favourite, would earn 10 million euros a season after tax, making him one of the best-paid members of Real's expensively assembled squad

PHOTOS: Heart-warmers Croatia toasted by fans on home-coming

PHOTOS: Heart-warmers Croatia toasted by fans on home-coming

Rediff.com17 Jul 2018

Croatia achieved their best-ever result in the tournament in losing Sunday's match to France, surpassing the third place finish of 1998.

Our Team of the World Cup

Our Team of the World Cup

Rediff.com17 Jul 2018

Rediff.com's team of the tournament, folks!

The night Ronaldo stole the show

The night Ronaldo stole the show

Rediff.com10 Jan 2017

The night Ronaldo stole the show

La Liga: Madrid go top with gutsy win at Alaves

La Liga: Madrid go top with gutsy win at Alaves

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

Zinedine Zidane's Real side demonstrated their new-found grit to re-take the lead

Solari in the dark on Real Madrid future

Solari in the dark on Real Madrid future

Rediff.com11 Mar 2019

Spanish media has reported that Solari, 42, is to be relieved of his duties

WC qualifiers: Belgium hit eight, seven for Dutch

WC qualifiers: Belgium hit eight, seven for Dutch

Rediff.com31 Mar 2021

Top-ranked Belgium slammed eight goals against Belarus and the Netherlands crashed seven past Gibraltar

Champions League: Rodriguez key to Real's success vs Atletico

Champions League: Rodriguez key to Real's success vs Atletico

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

With Real Madrid facing an injury crisis ahead of Wednesday's Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid attention will be on talisman Cristiano Ronaldo to lead them through but James Rodriguez may hold the key.

Rodriguez injury could prompt Real transfer market foray

Rodriguez injury could prompt Real transfer market foray

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

An injury to playmaker James Rodriguez could prompt Real Madrid to dip into the transfer market next month and they are interested in Cruzeiro midfielder Lucas Silva among others, coach Carlo Ancelotti said on Monday.