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EPL fixtures: Manchester United face Swansea in season opener

EPL fixtures: Manchester United face Swansea in season opener

Rediff.com19 Jun 2013

Champions Manchester United will travel to Swansea City for their first Premier League match under new manager David Moyes while Manuel Pellegrini's Manchester City are at home to Newcastle United on August 17.

Man City eye trophies with Pellegrini appointment

Man City eye trophies with Pellegrini appointment

Rediff.com15 Jun 2013

Manchester City's wealthy owners have entrusted Manuel Pellegrini with fulfilling their ambitions of a packed trophy cabinet, appointing the former Malaga manager as the successor to the sacked Roberto Mancini on Friday.

Debutants Malaga eyeing prize Dortmund scalp

Debutants Malaga eyeing prize Dortmund scalp

Rediff.com2 Apr 2013

Debutants Malaga have toppled European giants AC Milan and Porto on their way to the Champions League quarter-finals and have another former winner in their sights when they host Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday.

Axing of scandal-ridden Benzema backed by France PM

Axing of scandal-ridden Benzema backed by France PM

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

Karim Benzema, who is under investigation for alleged blackmailing, should not be called up to the France squad, French Prime minister Manuel Valls said on Tuesday.

Football PIX: Spurs rout Wolfsberg; Real escape with win

Football PIX: Spurs rout Wolfsberg; Real escape with win

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

Images from Europa and Champions League matches played on Wednesday.

Real Madrid willing to sell Ronaldo back to United?

Real Madrid willing to sell Ronaldo back to United?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

Rumours and speculations abound that Cristiano Ronaldo will be heading to Old Trafford soon.

Champions League Preview: Man City boss Pellegrini hoping to snap Pep jinx

Champions League Preview: Man City boss Pellegrini hoping to snap Pep jinx

Rediff.com1 Oct 2013

Manuel Pellegrini's record against Pep Guardiola is a sorry one but he gets another chance to finally put one over his tormentor when Manchester City host holders Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Wednesday.

Former Portugal winger Simao joins ISL Former Portugal winger Simao joins ISL club

Former Portugal winger Simao joins ISL Former Portugal winger Simao joins ISL club

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

To replace Spanish Capdevila at John Abraham-owned NorthEast United

EPL: City to dismiss Mancini and bring in Pellegrini?

EPL: City to dismiss Mancini and bring in Pellegrini?

Rediff.com13 May 2013

Malaga coach Manuel Pellegrini will meet Manchester City authorities on Thursday to finalise his joining date at the club, following manager Roberto Mancini's expected sacking.

World champs Germany go for youth in preliminary Euro 2016 squad

World champs Germany go for youth in preliminary Euro 2016 squad

Rediff.com18 May 2016

Germany coach Joachim Loew has named four talented youngsters, including three uncapped players, in his preliminary 27-man squad for Euro 2016.

How Pep announcement made Pellegrini's life difficult...

How Pep announcement made Pellegrini's life difficult...

Rediff.com16 May 2016

Manuel Pellegrini aimed what felt like a surprise parting shot at Manchester City on Sunday by saying his life had been made difficult by the club's decision to announce in February that Pep Guardiola would take over as manager next season.

What do countries look like after easing lockdowns

What do countries look like after easing lockdowns

Rediff.com7 May 2020

Italy, Spain, Portugal and India are among the countries easing coronavirus restrictions. Social distancing, mask wearing are the new norms as these countries continue to battle the virus pandemic, but are venturing out of their homes after extended periods of staying at home.

PIX: Ronaldo double lifts Juventus to win; Sevilla down Osasuna

PIX: Ronaldo double lifts Juventus to win; Sevilla down Osasuna

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Juventus strolled to a 3-0 home win over bottom side Crotone in the Italian Serie A on Monday, with the victory taking the champions up to third in the standings.

Free trade: EU, US to launch negotiations

Free trade: EU, US to launch negotiations

Rediff.com14 Feb 2013

The negotiations on a EU-US FTA will set the standards not only for the future transatlantic trade and investment, including regulatory issues, but also for the development of global trade rules.

Barca's Pique likens Guardiola to Ferguson

Barca's Pique likens Guardiola to Ferguson

Rediff.com5 Apr 2016

Barcelona defender Gerard Pique has lavished praise on incoming Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola, comparing the Spaniard with former Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson.

Have Manchester City been unlucky in Champions League exit?

Have Manchester City been unlucky in Champions League exit?

Rediff.com5 May 2016

Manchester City coach Manuel Pellegrini said his side did not deserve to be eliminated from the Champions League despite having only one effort on target in their 1-0 semi-final, second leg defeat to Real Madrid.

Scientists identify ways of preventing next pandemic

Scientists identify ways of preventing next pandemic

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

There can be no one answer to the question at the centre of an anxious debate across a world coping with COVID-19 and wondering what will happen if another one comes, but the global scientific community has been working on multiple tracks to ensure that humankind is better prepared.

Bayern Munich clinch 8th consecutive Bundesliga crown

Bayern Munich clinch 8th consecutive Bundesliga crown

Rediff.com17 Jun 2020

Bayern remained unruffled by the two-month break due to the novel coronavirus pandemic and beat Dortmund last month to overcome the last major obstacle en route to a 29th Bundesliga title since the introduction of the top division in 1963.

Indian football: New Year new luck as SC East Bengal log first win

Indian football: New Year new luck as SC East Bengal log first win

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

Both sides created chances in the first half but it was SCEB who converted them and deservedly headed into the break with a two-goal cushion.

Man City to name new manager within two weeks: Chairman

Man City to name new manager within two weeks: Chairman

Rediff.com1 Jun 2013

Manchester City's new manager should be announced within the next two weeks, chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak said on the Premier League club's website.

Pellegrini lauds players for staying focused on football

Pellegrini lauds players for staying focused on football

Rediff.com14 Mar 2013

Malaga coach Manuel Pellegrini praised his players for keeping their focus through a turbulent period for the Qatari-owned club after they eliminated Porto on Wednesday to advance to the Champions League last eight on their debut in the competition.

Pacquiao returns to the ring to take on Rios in Macau

Pacquiao returns to the ring to take on Rios in Macau

Rediff.com7 May 2013

Manny Pacquiao will return to the ring to fight American Brandon Rios in a 12-round welterweight clash in Macau on November 24, the Filipino's publicist said.

PIX: Bayern Munich, Real Madrid win; Barcelona held

PIX: Bayern Munich, Real Madrid win; Barcelona held

Rediff.com5 Oct 2020

Philippe Coutinho scored his first league goal since returning to Barcelona to help his side draw 1-1 at home to an excellent Sevilla side in La Liga on Sunday.

Malaga coach Pellegrini back for Dortmund quarter-finals

Malaga coach Pellegrini back for Dortmund quarter-finals

Rediff.com9 Apr 2013

Malaga coach Manuel Pellegrini will arrive in Germany in time for the Champions League quarter-final against Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday after returning to Chile for the funeral of his father.

Nations League: Griezmann double helps France down Germany

Nations League: Griezmann double helps France down Germany

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

Germany, who crashed out at the group stage in the World Cup in Russia, suffered their sixth defeat of 2018.

Climate change endangers world heritage sites

Climate change endangers world heritage sites

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

From Venice and the tower of Pisa, dozens of UNESCO World Heritage sites are deeply threatened by rising sea levels, researchers warned Tuesday. According to a study by researchers at the University of Kiel, in Germany, all but two of 49 United Nations-recognised icons of human civilisation rimming the Mediterranean Sea risk being damaged by the rising watermark, soil erosion, or both, with few options for protecting most of them.

La Liga PHOTOS: Barca crack 35-match win record after Messi treble

La Liga PHOTOS: Barca crack 35-match win record after Messi treble

Rediff.com4 Mar 2016

Beat Real Madrid's unbeaten run in the 1988-89 season, and thump Rayo Vallecano 5-1

Malaga's Pellegrini has verbal agreement with City

Malaga's Pellegrini has verbal agreement with City

Rediff.com30 May 2013

Departing Malaga coach Manuel Pellegrini hopes a verbal agreement with Manchester City will turn into a firm offer, he said in an interview with Spanish radio station Onda Cero on Wednesday.

Soccer PICS: Depay rescues Barca; Inter thrash Genoa

Soccer PICS: Depay rescues Barca; Inter thrash Genoa

Rediff.com22 Aug 2021

Images from the soccer matches played across Europe on Saturday.

Nobel Peace Price: EU delighted; UK press miffed

Nobel Peace Price: EU delighted; UK press miffed

Rediff.com13 Oct 2012

Europe's leaders have expressed delight over the awarding of this year's Nobel Peace Prize to the European Union and hailed it as a tremendous honour and encouragement for their endeavour to promote unification, amid derision from the British press which called the decision "frivolous".

Football: Leicester seal vital win over Palace

Football: Leicester seal vital win over Palace

Rediff.com27 Apr 2021

Soccer highlights from across the globe.

Indian Football: Mumbai City pips Bagan to win ISL winner's shield

Indian Football: Mumbai City pips Bagan to win ISL winner's shield

Rediff.com28 Feb 2021

Despite losing the top spot to Mumbai, ATK Mohun Bagan will still harbour hopes of salvaging their season with a second successive Hero ISL title.

Swiss not on Easy Street but headed in right direction

Swiss not on Easy Street but headed in right direction

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

Switzerland may not be on the World Cup Easy Street after a draw with mighty Brazil but coach Vladimir Petkovic said on Thursday he believes his team is headed down the right avenue as they prepare to face Serbia in a Group E clash.

Rosberg wins in Germany for Mercedes

Rosberg wins in Germany for Mercedes

Rediff.com20 Jul 2014

Nico Rosberg won his home German Grand Prix for Mercedes on Sunday to stretch his overall lead in the Formula One championship to 14 points.

Here's a complete list of French Open men's singles champions

Here's a complete list of French Open men's singles champions

Rediff.com9 Jun 2019

List of French Open men's singles champions:

King's Cup Photos: Ronaldo batters Barca to put Real into final

King's Cup Photos: Ronaldo batters Barca to put Real into final

Rediff.com27 Feb 2013

Cristiano Ronaldo crushed Barcelona's treble hopes with two goals in a 3-1 away win for Real Madrid in their King's Cup last four, second leg on Tuesday to set up a showdown against Atletico Madrid or Sevilla in May's final.

Prost expects Vettel to equal his title tally

Prost expects Vettel to equal his title tally

Rediff.com26 Feb 2013

Four-time Formula One World champion Alain Prost has backed Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel to equal his tally of titles this season.

Vettel emulates boyhood hero Schumacher

Vettel emulates boyhood hero Schumacher

Rediff.com26 Nov 2012

Vettel is only the third driver to win three championships in a row and the ninth triple champion. The others are Argentina's Juan Manuel Fangio and Germany's Michael Schumacher. The following are some key facts about Vettel.

League Cup: West Ham survive scare, Cardiff knocked out

League Cup: West Ham survive scare, Cardiff knocked out

Rediff.com29 Aug 2018

West Ham had lost their first three Premier League games to sit bottom of the table and their dismal start to the campaign had already sparked speculation among pundits as to whether new manager Manuel Pellegrini would see out the season.

King's Cup: Barcelona held to 2-2 draw by 10-man Malaga

King's Cup: Barcelona held to 2-2 draw by 10-man Malaga

Rediff.com17 Jan 2013

Holders Barcelona squandered a chance to all but seal a probable King's Cup semi-final showdown with Real Madrid when they conceded a late goal to draw 2-2 at home to 10-man Malaga in their last-eight first-leg match on Wednesday.