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No regrets over LA move: Beckham

No regrets over LA move: Beckham

Rediff.com14 Jul 2007

The England midfielder joins a struggling Galaxy side that has won only three of its 12 league games so far this season.

Beckham and Milan take almighty risk

Beckham and Milan take almighty risk

Rediff.com23 Oct 2008

The 33-year-old midfielder has no experience of Italian football and it is not easy to see how he would fit into AC Milan's plans with famous Brazilians Kaka and Ronaldinho already with the Rossoneri.

Wenger one of world's great managers, says Arsenal owner

Wenger one of world's great managers, says Arsenal owner

Rediff.com30 Sep 2011

Arsene Wenger is one of the world's greatest managers and his future at Arsenal is assured for as long as he wants to stay, the club's owner Stan Kroenke said in a rare interview on Friday.

Beckham defends decision to train with Spurs

Beckham defends decision to train with Spurs

Rediff.com25 Feb 2011

David Beckham defended his decision to train in England and return late to pre-season preparation with the Los Angeles Galaxy on Thursday, saying it was more useful than sitting on the beach.

Redknapp wants Beckham at Tottenham

Redknapp wants Beckham at Tottenham

Rediff.com1 Jan 2011

Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp has said he is "definitely interested" in bringing LA Galaxy's former England captain David Beckham to the Premier League club on loan this month.

Everton keen to lure Beckham on loan deal

Everton keen to lure Beckham on loan deal

Rediff.com27 Nov 2010

Everton have offered former England captain David Beckham a chance to return to the Premier League on a short-term loan from the Los Angeles Galaxy during Major League Soccer's close season.

PHOTOS: Inter Miami's grand welcome party for Messi

PHOTOS: Inter Miami's grand welcome party for Messi

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

Lionel Messi was presented to fans during a glitzy event called 'The Unveil' at Miami's home stadium.

Black Players Coalition of MLS formed to conquer racism

Black Players Coalition of MLS formed to conquer racism

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

A group of more than 70 Major League Soccer (MLS) players have formed a new coalition that was unveiled on Friday with the aim of addressing racial inequalities in the U.S.-based league and standing with those who fight racism in the sport. The Black Players Coalition of MLS, which is being headed up by Toronto FC defender Justin Morrow, was announced to coincide with the Juneteenth holiday marking the abolition of slavery in the United States.

David Beckham has his hands full after MLS

David Beckham has his hands full after MLS

Rediff.com30 Nov 2012

David Beckham is flattered by the "interesting and exciting options" facing him as he prepares to farewell LA Galaxy and Major League Soccer, the former England captain said on Thursday.

Beckham hands over Instagram account to Ukrainian doctor

Beckham hands over Instagram account to Ukrainian doctor

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

Beckham handed over his Instagram account on Sunday to a doctor helping women give birth in the eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv.

UEFA gives European leagues May 25 deadline for restart plans

UEFA gives European leagues May 25 deadline for restart plans

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

In a letter to the 55 federations in UEFA, president Aleksander Ceferin wrote that any league cancelling its season would need to produce a list of teams that have qualified for European club competitions, also by May 25.

Beckham inspires MLS all-stars to victory

Beckham inspires MLS all-stars to victory

Rediff.com25 Jul 2008

David Beckham treated the fans to what they came to see, flashing his trademark smile and curling free kicks to lead the Major League Soccer all-stars to a 3-2 win over West Ham United on Thursday. Beckham and his team mates had insisted the game against the Premier League side was much more than a friendly for MLS as it continues its bid to be recognised as a quality league.

Henry, Red Bulls hope latest changes finally bring glory

Henry, Red Bulls hope latest changes finally bring glory

Rediff.com27 Feb 2013

The New York Red Bulls head into this weekend's new Major League Soccer (MLS) season hoping that their latest personnel reshuffle will finally deliver a maiden title after an 18-year wait.

Beckham's LA title dream dashed by Salt Lake

Beckham's LA title dream dashed by Salt Lake

Rediff.com23 Nov 2009

Real Salt Lake won their first Major League Soccer championship on Sunday with a penalty shootout victory over David Beckham's LA Galaxy after the title game had ended in a 1-1 draw following extra time.

Beckham trains with Arsenal to maintain fitness

Beckham trains with Arsenal to maintain fitness

Rediff.com29 Jan 2013

Former England football captain David Beckham is training with Arsenal in a bid to maintain his fitness, manager Arsene Wenger said on Tuesday.

LA Galaxy set to lure Lampard with 4million pound deal

LA Galaxy set to lure Lampard with 4million pound deal

Rediff.com31 Dec 2012

LA Galaxy is set to offer veteran Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard the same wage package as David Beckham had in a desperate bid to lure the England international to America's Major League Soccer (MLS).

Arsenal link up with Colorado Rapids

Arsenal link up with Colorado Rapids

Rediff.com10 Feb 2007

Arsenal are the latest English Premier League club to forge ties across the Atlantic.

PIX: Atletico win; Mourinho begins three-match ban

PIX: Atletico win; Mourinho begins three-match ban

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

IMAGES from soccer matches played across Europe on Sunday.

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.

Don't quit yet, Beckham urges Donovan

Don't quit yet, Beckham urges Donovan

Rediff.com30 Nov 2012

David Beckham will end his Major League Soccer playing career on Saturday but has urged LA Galaxy team mate Landon Donovan not to do the same.

Beckham has big ambitions at the London Olympics

Beckham has big ambitions at the London Olympics

Rediff.com24 Jan 2012

While David Beckham has set his sights on winning a second successive Major League Soccer (MLS) championship with the LA Galaxy this year, he also has big ambitions at the London Olympics.

No offer made for Beckham, say Paris St Germain

No offer made for Beckham, say Paris St Germain

Rediff.com21 Nov 2012

Paris St Germain have ruled out a move for David Beckham after the former England midfielder announced he was leaving LA Galaxy after next month's Major League Soccer Cup final.

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.

Klinsmann open to discussion over Donovan's future

Klinsmann open to discussion over Donovan's future

Rediff.com2 Nov 2012

United States national team coach Juergen Klinsmann says he will meet with all-time leading goalscorer Landon Donovan after the forward said he was unsure about his future in the game.

Gerrard completes move to LA Galaxy

Gerrard completes move to LA Galaxy

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard will join LA Galaxy in July on an 18-month deal. The 34-year-old will now join a growing list of high-profile former Premier League players to cross the Atlantic in the latter stages of their careers, most notably David Beckham.

Chhetri's Tigers, Messi and Man City: a trio of football highs

Chhetri's Tigers, Messi and Man City: a trio of football highs

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

Not only the senior team but the young Blue Colts also emerged victorious in the SAFF Men's U-19 champions after hammering Pakistan in the final and clinching a vigorous 3-0 victory.

Beckham makes MLS All-Star eleven

Beckham makes MLS All-Star eleven

Rediff.com11 Jul 2008

David Beckham is one of five players to make the Major League Soccer All-Stars for the first time after voting results were announced by the league on Thursday.

United confirm Adu interest

United confirm Adu interest

Rediff.com10 Nov 2006

Beckham invests in esports with London-based start-up

Beckham invests in esports with London-based start-up

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

Former England soccer captain David Beckham is moving into the virtual world as co-owner of London-based start-up Guild Esports. Guild said in a statement on Thursday that it will launch player academies and run teams in various esports arenas including Rocket League, EA Sports, FIFA and Fortnite.

Beckham drives Galaxy past Bulls to Western final

Beckham drives Galaxy past Bulls to Western final

Rediff.com4 Nov 2011

David Beckham had a hand in both goals as the L.A Galaxy beat the New York Red Bulls 2-1 on Thursday to book a place in Major League Soccer's Western Conference final, where they will face Real Salt Lake.

Beckham 'assists' Galaxy to get playoff edge

Beckham 'assists' Galaxy to get playoff edge

Rediff.com31 Oct 2011

David Beckham created the 15th-minute winner for Mike Magee as the LA Galaxy beat the New York Red Bulls 1-0 in their Major League Soccer Western Conference semi-final, first-leg match on Sunday.

Beckham inspires Galaxy into Conference final

Beckham inspires Galaxy into Conference final

Rediff.com8 Nov 2010

David Beckham created both goals as LA Galaxy beat the Seattle Sounders 2-1 on Sunday to earn a place in Major League Soccer's Western Conference final, where they will take on FC Dallas.

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's Galaxy lose goal feast

Beckham's Galaxy lose goal feast

Rediff.com19 Aug 2007

LA Galaxy lost 4-5 to New York Red Bulls in the MLS league game.

England's Beckham loss could be Galaxy's gain

England's Beckham loss could be Galaxy's gain

Rediff.com13 Aug 2010

England manager Fabio Capello imagines a farewell wave to the fans in a friendly will mark the end of David Beckham's international career but his loss could turn out to be Major League Soccer's gain.

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.

Wizards allow Chhetri to join Indian team

Wizards allow Chhetri to join Indian team

Rediff.com31 Jul 2010

Indian striker Sunil Chhetri is all set to join the national team that is preparing for next year's Asian Cup after getting the go-ahead from his Major League Soccer club Kansas City Wizards.

United beat Philadelphia for pre-season victory

United beat Philadelphia for pre-season victory

Rediff.com22 Jul 2010

Manchester United beat the Philadelphia Union 1-0 on Wednesday in a scrappy game against Major League Soccer's newest team.

Beckham is the owner of a football team!

Beckham is the owner of a football team!

Rediff.com30 Jan 2018

Former England captain David Beckham was officially awarded a Major League Soccer (MLS) franchise in Miami on Monday with hopes that the team will begin playing in 2020.

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.