News for 'Maradona'

No place for Cambiasso, Zanetti in Argentina squad

No place for Cambiasso, Zanetti in Argentina squad

Rediff.com12 May 2010

Diego Maradona disregarded the vast experience of Inter Milan midfielder Esteban Cambiasso and 136-cap record holder Javier Zanetti when he named his 30-man provisional World Cup squad on Tuesday.

First Look: 'Fabiano goal not Hand of God'

First Look: 'Fabiano goal not Hand of God'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2010

Luis Fabiano's second goal against Ivory Coast at the World Cup was not with the Hand of God as the Brazilian claimed, Diego Maradona said on Monday.

'India will have to get used to fact that Dhoni won't play for too long'

'India will have to get used to fact that Dhoni won't play for too long'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2019

Like all good things in life, all great players' careers also have to end one day.

Argentina expect Messi to deliver against Brazil

Argentina expect Messi to deliver against Brazil

Rediff.com4 Sep 2009

Lionel Messi can stamp his authority on international soccer when Argentina clash with arch-rivals Brazil in Saturday's World Cup qualifier, coach Diego Maradona said.

Brazil cruise past England, Argentina beaten

Brazil cruise past England, Argentina beaten

Rediff.com15 Nov 2009

Brazil continued their dominance over England with a 1-0 friendly win on Saturday but 2010 World Cup hosts South Africa's troubles persisted with a 0-0 draw at home to Japan on coach Carlos Alberto Parreira's second debut. Spain added to Diego Maradona's worries by beating his Argentina side 2-1 thanks to two Xabi Alonso goals, including a late penalty, as the teams already qualified for South Africa began their preparations.

Football Briefs: Everton sack Allardyce as manager

Football Briefs: Everton sack Allardyce as manager

Rediff.com16 May 2018

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

Messi goal caps Argentine win

Messi goal caps Argentine win

Rediff.com12 Feb 2009

Diego Maradona's Argentina were impressive 2-0 winners in France on Wednesday as two of world football's heavyweights squared up for a friendly in Marseille. On a hectic day of friendly internationals and a smattering of World Cup qualifiers, David Beckham equalled 1966 World Cup winning captain Bobby Moore's record of 108 caps for an outfield player when he came on for the second half of England's 2-0 friendly defeat in Spain.

The night Ronaldo stole the show

The night Ronaldo stole the show

Rediff.com10 Jan 2017

The night Ronaldo stole the show

'Argentina team like a dirty Rolls Royce'

'Argentina team like a dirty Rolls Royce'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2008

Diego Maradona, expected to be confirmed as Argentina's new coach on Tuesday, has likened his future team to a grimy Rolls Royce. Maradona is set to take charge for the first time in the friendly in Scotland on November 19.

'Bipasha Basu is my altar-ego'

'Bipasha Basu is my altar-ego'

Rediff.com8 May 2008

This year Bollywood will see an army of new talent and Maradona Rebello is one of the new faces that you will see in Sudipto Chattopadhyay's Pankh. This 22-year old, happy go lucky and friendly model turned actor talks about his first film and much more.

Messi seeks redemption against dangerous Croatia

Messi seeks redemption against dangerous Croatia

Rediff.com19 Jun 2018

The Argentina captain turns 31 in a few days and may be playing his last World Cup. He would need to win it to rival fellow great Diego Maradona for the eternal love of his compatriots.

Uruguay coach refuses to point finger at wasteful Suarez

Uruguay coach refuses to point finger at wasteful Suarez

Rediff.com15 Jun 2018

Uruguay coach Oscar Tabarez was at a loss to explain how Luis Suarez missed three golden chances in his side's 1-0 win over Egypt in their opening World Cup Group A game but refused to blame his leading striker.

ATK Mohun Bagan down Fowler's EB in first ISL derby

ATK Mohun Bagan down Fowler's EB in first ISL derby

Rediff.com28 Nov 2020

As in their last match against Kerala Blasters, ATKMB struggled to get going initially, while SCEB made some fine attacking moves but lacked the finishing touches.

Boca Juniors unveil returning idol Carlos Tevez

Boca Juniors unveil returning idol Carlos Tevez

Rediff.com14 Jul 2015

Carlos Tevez was officially unveiled as a Boca Juniors player in a 6.5 million euros ($7.15 million) transfer from Juventus.

Pele to celebrate 80th birthday in isolation

Pele to celebrate 80th birthday in isolation

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

Pele told his fans he was happy and healthy and pleased to be reaching the landmark with his lucid mental state.

The player who has allowed Messi's genius to light up World Cup

The player who has allowed Messi's genius to light up World Cup

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

The 29-year-old's composure on the ball, ability to pick a pass and tough tackling paid dividends at both ends of the pitch in the must-win game against Nigeria.

PHOTOS: Football fan Pope Francis meets Ronaldinho

PHOTOS: Football fan Pope Francis meets Ronaldinho

Rediff.com5 Feb 2016

Brazilian football star Ronaldinho, who widely considered a footballing deity during his playing days, met Pope Francis at the Vatican on Wednesday.

PIX: 20 Classic Moments from the FIFA World Cup

PIX: 20 Classic Moments from the FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com11 Jun 2018

Rediff.com's Norma Godinho captures classic moments from the planet's greatest sports competition: The FIFA World Cup.

Messi out to prove he is the real deal

Messi out to prove he is the real deal

Rediff.com25 May 2006

The World Cup stage in Germany should inspire rather than overawe the 18-year-old Argentine striker.

Gifted, controversial Riquelme retires

Gifted, controversial Riquelme retires

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

Juan Roman Riquelme, the supremely talented and sometimes controversial former Boca Juniors and Argentina playmaker, has retired from soccer.

E-commerce heats up with football fever

E-commerce heats up with football fever

Rediff.com11 Jun 2014

Even smaller players like Bluegape.com have launched T-shirts, cups, wall clocks and other products inspired from the fan community.

4 stars who fell from fame to shame after winning the World Cup

4 stars who fell from fame to shame after winning the World Cup

Rediff.com11 Jun 2014

France's Zinedine Zidane, Argentina's Diego Maradona, Brazil's Ronaldo and Italy's Fabio Cannavaro etched their names in football folklore by winning the game's biggest prize for their country. However, their return to the same stage four years later is best forgotten.

World Cup Final: It's Latin pride v Germany

World Cup Final: It's Latin pride v Germany

Rediff.com13 Jul 2014

Germany battle to become the first European side to win a World Cup on Latin American soil in Sunday's final against Argentina whose captain Lionel Messi is out to emulate the great Diego Maradona.

World Cup: 'Spanish' Messi prepares to give Argentina its third title

World Cup: 'Spanish' Messi prepares to give Argentina its third title

Rediff.com12 Jul 2014

Argentina's Lionel Messi, the most unassuming and also one of the most admired talents in world sport, can join the elite of soccer greats by winning the World Cup in Sunday's final against Germany.

Tribute: Real great and 'complete player' Di Stefano leaves a lasting legacy

Tribute: Real great and 'complete player' Di Stefano leaves a lasting legacy

Rediff.com8 Jul 2014

Frequently bracketed with Pele and Diego Maradona among the greatest exponents of the game, Alfredo Di Stefano, who died on Monday, aged 88, was one of the most complete footballers of all time.

PHOTOS: Higuain strike puts Argentina in World Cup semis after 24 years

PHOTOS: Higuain strike puts Argentina in World Cup semis after 24 years

Rediff.com6 Jul 2014

Photos of the quarter-final match between Argentina and Belgium

WC Preview: Argentina laugh off criticism, play for Messi

WC Preview: Argentina laugh off criticism, play for Messi

Rediff.com14 Jun 2014

Argentine players laughed off criticism of their supposed defensive weakness on Thursday and vowed there would be no repeat of their 2010 World Cup quarter-final thrashing by Germany.

Take a look at evolution of world record transfer fee

Take a look at evolution of world record transfer fee

Rediff.com5 Aug 2017

Major world record deals are here.

Shocked Spaniards fear the worst in La Roja's clash with Chile

Shocked Spaniards fear the worst in La Roja's clash with Chile

Rediff.com17 Jun 2014

Stunned by their heroes' 5-1 humiliation by the Netherlands, Spaniards are already bemoaning the end of a glorious era and fearing the worst against Chile.

Check out Bipasha's new sexy avatars

Check out Bipasha's new sexy avatars

Rediff.com17 Mar 2010

The actress will be seen in nine avatars in the upcoming movie, Pankh.

Suarez goal raises issue of sporting honesty

Suarez goal raises issue of sporting honesty

Rediff.com8 Jan 2013

Never far from controversy during his career, Liverpool striker Luis Suarez's winner in an FA Cup match on Sunday re-ignited the morality debate in sport -- should the honesty card be played in the heat of battle?

Suarez goal raises issue of sporting honesty

Suarez goal raises issue of sporting honesty

Rediff.com8 Jan 2013

Never far from controversy during his career, Liverpool striker Luis Suarez's winner in an FA Cup match on Sunday re-ignited the morality debate in sport -- should the honesty card be played in the heat of battle?

Messi latest name to attract interest of tax authorities

Messi latest name to attract interest of tax authorities

Rediff.com13 Jun 2013

Lionel Messi's picture was on the front pages rather than the sports sections of the Spanish media on Thursday, after the World Player of the Year and his father were accused of tax fraud.

'Difficult to say if Dhoni had a hand in Viru's ouster'

'Difficult to say if Dhoni had a hand in Viru's ouster'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2013

Former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly on Sunday sought to clarify his statement on Virender Sehwag's ouster from the Test squad, saying he had never categorically stated that Mahendra Singh Dhoni had a hand in the opener's omission.

La Liga: Alaves stun Real Madrid; Sixth win for Atletico

La Liga: Alaves stun Real Madrid; Sixth win for Atletico

Rediff.com29 Nov 2020

Images from La Liga matches played on Saturday.

Russia to kick off 2018 WC against Saudis; Spain, Portugal in same group

Russia to kick off 2018 WC against Saudis; Spain, Portugal in same group

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

Hosts Russia will kick off next year's World Cup finals versus Saudi Arabia in Moscow and defending champions Germany will start against Mexico after Friday's draw threw up some mouthwatering clashes.

Messi announces retirement from international football

Messi announces retirement from international football

Rediff.com27 Jun 2016

Lionel Messi says he is retiring from international soccer after Argentina lost to Chile in Copa America final.

Joker leads BAFTA nominations

Joker leads BAFTA nominations

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

Joaquin Phoenix-starrer Joker, one of the most controversial yet admired movies of 2019, is leading the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) nominations with 11 nods.

Why this chaiwala has painted his house in Argentina colours...

Why this chaiwala has painted his house in Argentina colours...

Rediff.com10 Jun 2018

The street leading up to his tea stall cum house is dotted with Argentina flags while a giant one flutters high making its presence felt.