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LeBron James eager for role with Beckham's Miami franchise

LeBron James eager for role with Beckham's Miami franchise

Rediff.com6 Feb 2014

Miami Heat forward LeBron James, one of the greatest basketball players of all time, said on Wednesday he hoped to be involved with David Beckham's plan to bring a Major League Soccer (MLS) team to Miami.

Beckham gets six-month driving ban for using phone

Beckham gets six-month driving ban for using phone

Rediff.com9 May 2019

Former England soccer captain David Beckham was banned from driving for six months on Thursday after admitting using his mobile phone while driving.

Arsenal sign Henry on loan to rescue club's fortunes

Arsenal sign Henry on loan to rescue club's fortunes

Rediff.com7 Dec 2012

Arsenal has agreed to a six-week return deal with Major League Soccer (MLS) team New York Red Bulls for former captain Thierry Henry, starting next month, in order to rescue them from their catastrophic form in the Premier League.

Beckham banned one game for 'provocative behaviour'

Beckham banned one game for 'provocative behaviour'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2012

Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder David Beckham has been suspended one game for 'confrontational and provocative behaviour' near the end of last week's loss to San Jose, Major League Soccer (MLS) said on Thursday.

Beckham helping Galaxy in Kaka bid

Beckham helping Galaxy in Kaka bid

Rediff.com1 Dec 2012

David Beckham has been helping LA Galaxy in their bid to sign Brazilian playmaker Kaka from Real Madrid as his replacement, the Major League Soccer club's owner said.

Where next for Beckham after Galaxy exit?

Where next for Beckham after Galaxy exit?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2012

Former England captain David Beckham, hailed as a success for soccer in the United States, will say his farewell to LA Galaxy in next month's MLS Cup final with one more mission yet to accomplish.

Beckham ends American adventure with second title

Beckham ends American adventure with second title

Rediff.com2 Dec 2012

Leaving the field draped in the Union flag and the Stars and Stripes, David Beckham bowed out of Major League Soccer on a winning note on Saturday as L.A. Galaxy retained their title with a 3-1 victory over Houston Dynamo in the MLS Cup final. An entertaining game in front of a lively, capacity 30,510 crowd, was a fitting way for Beckham to end his six seasons in MLS as he added another title to his collection.

Beckham to rejoin Galaxy on two-year deal

Beckham to rejoin Galaxy on two-year deal

Rediff.com19 Jan 2012

Former England captain David Beckham will be returning to the LA Galaxy on a fresh two-year contract, the Major League Soccer (MLS) team said on Wednesday.

PIX: 'Powerhouse' statue of Ibrahimovic unveiled in his hometown

PIX: 'Powerhouse' statue of Ibrahimovic unveiled in his hometown

Rediff.com9 Oct 2019

The statue depicts Zlatan Ibrahimovic celebrating in his own trademark style, with arms outstretched.

'Benjamin Button' Ibrahimovic ready to make his mark in US

'Benjamin Button' Ibrahimovic ready to make his mark in US

Rediff.com31 Mar 2018

The Swedish striker, who has amassed an Aladdin's cave of silverware that includes 11 league titles in four European countries, is LA Galaxy's biggest foreign acquisition since David Beckham in 2007.

Beckham ends American odyssey with glittering prize

Beckham ends American odyssey with glittering prize

Rediff.com21 Nov 2011

David Beckham helped lead the LA Galaxy to a coveted MLS Cup victory on Sunday with a performance that validated the former England skipper's decision to abandon Europe for a life in Los Angeles.

Soccer Extras: Ibrahimovic banned for violent conduct

Soccer Extras: Ibrahimovic banned for violent conduct

Rediff.com18 May 2019

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Gerrard to train with Liverpool but rules out loan return

Gerrard to train with Liverpool but rules out loan return

Rediff.com25 Nov 2015

Steven Gerrard will return to former club Liverpool to train next week and is looking forward to learning from manager Juergen Klopp, but has ruled out returning to Anfield in a playing capacity.

Beckham could return to training in August: Arena

Beckham could return to training in August: Arena

Rediff.com29 Jul 2010

David Beckham could be back in training by the end of August, his LA Galaxy coach Bruce Arena said on Wednesday.

Hamilton leads tributes to George Floyd on death anniversary

Hamilton leads tributes to George Floyd on death anniversary

Rediff.com26 May 2021

'We never forget. We continue our work ... We work to build an equal world for George, for his children, and for all the other victims of racism.'

Pirlo says no hard feelings over Euro omission

Pirlo says no hard feelings over Euro omission

Rediff.com1 Jun 2016

Andrea Pirlo says he has no hard feelings towards Italy coach Antonio Conte after the veteran playmaker was overlooked for next month's European Championship in France.

First Look: Chhetri scores on debut

First Look: Chhetri scores on debut

Rediff.com1 Apr 2010

Sunil Chhetri scored on debut as Kansas City Wizards thrashed University of Tulsa 5-1 in a friendly match in Missouri, United States.

Beckham fined for incident with Galaxy fan

Beckham fined for incident with Galaxy fan

Rediff.com25 Jul 2009

England midfielder David Beckham has been fined $1,000 (608 pounds) by Major League Soccer (MLS) after an incident with a fan in Sunday's friendly between Los Angeles Galaxy and AC Milan.

Beckham has silenced critics: Arena

Beckham has silenced critics: Arena

Rediff.com18 Nov 2009

David Beckham, booed on his return to the United States, has silenced his critics by helping the LA Galaxy to the MLS Cup final, his coach Bruce Arena said on Tuesday.

When Obama played host

When Obama played host

Rediff.com14 Jul 2009

US President Barack Obama hosted the MLS Columbus Crew team in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington on Monday.

NBA's Silver among those advising Trump on sports restart

NBA's Silver among those advising Trump on sports restart

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

The NBA postponed its season last month when it learned that one of its players had tested positive for the coronavirus and other leagues quickly followed suit, bringing a halt to the professional sports calendar.

Coronavirus: Trump hopes US sport can resume soon

Coronavirus: Trump hopes US sport can resume soon

Rediff.com5 Apr 2020

US President Donald Trump told sports commissioners on Saturday he hopes that their leagues and competitions, which have been suspended by the coronavirus outbreak, would soon be back in action. At a later White House briefing, Trump said commissioners from the NFL, NBA, NHL, Major League Baseball and Major League Soccer were among those on the call.

Rooney ends playing career to become Derby manager

Rooney ends playing career to become Derby manager

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

Rooney began his playing career with boyhood club Everton, scoring his first goal in spectacular fashion as a 16-year-old against Arsenal.

'Beckham Milan option is temporary'

'Beckham Milan option is temporary'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2008

LA Galaxy said David Beckham's move to AC Milan would only be temporary and that the player would have to return for the 2009 MLS season.

Football Extras: Bayern cruise past Nuremberg to continue rise

Football Extras: Bayern cruise past Nuremberg to continue rise

Rediff.com9 Dec 2018

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Gullit named coach of Los Angeles Galaxy

Gullit named coach of Los Angeles Galaxy

Rediff.com9 Nov 2007

Former European Footballer of the Year Ruud Gullit has been appointed Frank Yallop's successor as coach of Los Angeles Galaxy. The 45-year-old Dutchman previously coached Chelsea, Newcastle United and Feyenoord.

Spain's record scorer Villa retires after 19-year career

Spain's record scorer Villa retires after 19-year career

Rediff.com13 Nov 2019

The 2010 FIFA World Cup winner took to Twitter to express that he wants to win the Emperor's Cup with the Japanese side.

Find out who won the battle of Chelsea 'old boys'

Find out who won the battle of Chelsea 'old boys'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2016

Frank Lampard scored for the fifth time in six games and claimed bragging rights over former Chelsea team mate Didier Drogba as New York City FC beat Montreal Impact 3-1 in Major League Soccer on Sunday.

Beckham unable to lift Galaxy in 3-0 defeat

Beckham unable to lift Galaxy in 3-0 defeat

Rediff.com24 Aug 2007

The globe-trotting David Beckham was unable to prevent Los Angeles Galaxy from losing their Major League Soccer (MLS) match 3-0 to Chivas USA on Thursday.

Beckham watches as U.S. 'All Stars' beat Celtic

Beckham watches as U.S. 'All Stars' beat Celtic

Rediff.com20 Jul 2007

The Major League Soccer 'All Stars' defeated Glasgow Celtic 2-0 on Thursday with goals from Colombians Juan Pablo Angel and Juan Toja.

'Hype has caught up with Adu'

'Hype has caught up with Adu'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2006

Is Freddy Adu the real deal or just the latest great American soccer hope to sink under the weight of hyperbole?

Beckham plans to make Miami team a global soccer franchise

Beckham plans to make Miami team a global soccer franchise

Rediff.com5 Feb 2014

Former England football captain David Beckham announced on Wednesday that he is exercising his option to become the owner of a Major League Soccer team in Miami.

Soccer Extras: Rooney to return home as Derby player-coach in January 2020

Soccer Extras: Rooney to return home as Derby player-coach in January 2020

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

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Could Liverpool legend Gerrard take up coaching role at Anfield?

Could Liverpool legend Gerrard take up coaching role at Anfield?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

'I've got options on the pitch and off the pitch, I have got a bit of thinking to do in the next few weeks'

On this day: David Beckham was born

On this day: David Beckham was born

Rediff.com2 May 2020

David Beckham, one of the so-called "Class of 92", went on to win six Premier League titles under Alex Ferguson at United alongside youth-team buddies Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt, and Gary and Phil Neville. Beckham also won two FA Cups and, memorably, the Champions League in 1999. He topped up his trophy collection with a La Liga winners' medal for Real Madrid and added two MLS Cups during a north American adventure with LA Galaxy.

Arsenal legend Henry named head coach of French club Monaco

Arsenal legend Henry named head coach of French club Monaco

Rediff.com13 Oct 2018

Henry, who started out playing for Monaco and went on to enjoy a stellar club career with Arsenal and Barcelona, has been working as assistant coach for the Belgian national team but has never been in charge of a team in his own right.

Strong ratings boost momentum for women's sport

Strong ratings boost momentum for women's sport

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert has pushed back on suggestions that the pandemic would set the sport back.

'Didn't want to compete against Liverpool, says LA Galaxy's new signing Gerrard

'Didn't want to compete against Liverpool, says LA Galaxy's new signing Gerrard

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

'I love Liverpool Football Club and I always will do... but I didn't want to become a squad player or a sub at the club I love' - 'If there's anyone out there that thinks I'm coming here for a holiday and a last pay cheque, they'll be proved wrong very soon'

Lampard's decision to stay at City angers New York fans

Lampard's decision to stay at City angers New York fans

Rediff.com1 Jan 2015

Former England midfielder Frank Lampard's decision to stay with Manchester City until the end of the season has "outraged" fans of Major League Soccer team New York City FC.

Soccer PIX: Real win Madrid derby to prove point to leaders Atletico

Soccer PIX: Real win Madrid derby to prove point to leaders Atletico

Rediff.com13 Dec 2020

The result also means second-placed Real Sociedad can reclaim top spot if they beat Eibar on Sunday.