News for 'Nations who have won the World Cup'

Khelo India Brings First-Ever Water Sports to Kashmir

Khelo India Brings First-Ever Water Sports to Kashmir

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

The first-ever Khelo India Water Sports Festival is all set to reveal the iconic Dal Lake in a new avatar.

Bosnia dash Iran hopes, record first World Cup win

Bosnia dash Iran hopes, record first World Cup win

Rediff.com26 Jun 2014

Bosnia beat Iran 3-1 in their Group F finale on Wednesday to record their first World Cup win and deny the West Asians any chance of reaching the knockout stage.

World Cup qualifiers: Messi goal puts Argentina top

World Cup qualifiers: Messi goal puts Argentina top

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

Lionel Messi marked his retirement about face with a goal to give 10-man Argentina a 1-0 win over Uruguay on Thursday that lifted them to the top of the South American qualifying group for the 2018 World Cup finals in Russia.

Germany keeper Neuer retires from internationals at 38

Germany keeper Neuer retires from internationals at 38

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Manuel Neuer announced his retirement from internationals on Wednesday after playing 124 times for his country since 2009.

Is Gukesh Being Targeted For His Achievement?

Is Gukesh Being Targeted For His Achievement?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

'I see an unjust personal attack by some players, probably due to sheer jealousy.'

All About Wimbledon Champion Jannik Sinner

All About Wimbledon Champion Jannik Sinner

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Jannik Sinner beat defending champion and Spanish second seed Carlos Alcaraz to win his first Wimbledon title.

Missing! The Gaprindashvili Cup

Missing! The Gaprindashvili Cup

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

AICF officials are in search of the Gaprindashvili Cup that was won by Indian teams at the 44th Chess Olympiad held in Chennai in 2022.

'Unlike cricket, Socceroos unite a nation'

'Unlike cricket, Socceroos unite a nation'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

Proud coach Arnold hails Australian team's mentality

Real Madrid rally to win Club World Cup after Ronaldo hat-trick

Real Madrid rally to win Club World Cup after Ronaldo hat-trick

Rediff.com18 Dec 2016

Real Madrid suffered an almighty fright before a Cristiano Ronaldo hat-trick hauled them back from 2-1 down and gave them a 4-2 win over rank outsiders Kashima Antlers in the Club World Cup final on Sunday.

Team India look serious contenders to defend their World Cup title

Team India look serious contenders to defend their World Cup title

Rediff.com14 Sep 2014

After what at one stage earlier this month looked like a vast game of musical chairs, reigning champions India ended up topping the world rankings when the five-month countdown to the 2015 World Cup started on Sunday.

Football World Cup: How the 10 leading teams stand a month before kick-off

Football World Cup: How the 10 leading teams stand a month before kick-off

Rediff.com13 May 2014

With one month to go until the start of the 2014 soccer World Cup in Brazil on June 12, we take a look at how things are shaping up on the playing side for 10 of the leading nations.

Jaspal Rana will continue as my coach: Manu

Jaspal Rana will continue as my coach: Manu

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Double Olympic medallist shooter Manu Bhaker has affirmed that Jaspal Rana will continue to be her coach despite his recent appointment as the High Performance trainer for pistol shooters.

Can Bangladesh repeat 2007 World Cup performance against India?

Can Bangladesh repeat 2007 World Cup performance against India?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2017

Professionalism will be pitted against passion when defending champions India square off with Bangladesh in the second semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy, in Birmingham on Thursday.

Neeraj Chopra finishes eight in javelin final, Sachin fourth

Neeraj Chopra finishes eight in javelin final, Sachin fourth

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

eeraj Chopra endured a nightmarish outing at the World Championships' men's javelin throw finals to end a disappointing eighth at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.

WTC Final: 'South Africa can upset Australia': AB de Villiers

WTC Final: 'South Africa can upset Australia': AB de Villiers

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

A B de Villiers described South Africa's squad as a well-balanced unit and backed them to pull off an upset against defending champions Australia.

Four countries honoured at ICC Development Awards

Four countries honoured at ICC Development Awards

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Four countries - Netherlands, UAE, Nepal and Scotland - were recognized for their innovative efforts to grow cricket globally by winning awards at the ICC Development Awards.

Lowest-ranked Bhutan win on World Cup qualifying debut; India bt Nepal

Lowest-ranked Bhutan win on World Cup qualifying debut; India bt Nepal

Rediff.com13 Mar 2015

Tshering Dorji scored the only goal of the match in the 84th minute for the small Himalayan nation, ranked last of the 209 teams in FIFA's rankings, against Sri Lanka.

Modi presents 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' to King Charles

Modi presents 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' to King Charles

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a tree sapling to King Charles III as part of his 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' environmental initiative during their meeting at Sandringham Estate.

'Pakistan Has Come A Long Way Since March 3, 2009'

'Pakistan Has Come A Long Way Since March 3, 2009'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

'International cricket is incomplete without Pakistan.'

Serbia edge past Brazil to win U-20 FIFA World Cup

Serbia edge past Brazil to win U-20 FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com20 Jun 2015

Nemanja Maksimovic scored an 118th minute goal on the counter attack to give Serbia a 2-1 victory over Brazil in extra time in the under-20 World Cup final at North Harbour Stadium on Saturday.

Ireland cancel home series against Afghanistan

Ireland cancel home series against Afghanistan

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

Ireland were scheduled to host Afghanistan for one Test, three ODIs and three T20s in July.

PIX: Italy give Spalletti winning send-off; Belgium down Wales

PIX: Italy give Spalletti winning send-off; Belgium down Wales

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Sacked Italy manager Luciano Spalletti bowed out with a victory after his side laboured to an uninspired 2-0 home win over Moldova in their World Cup qualification match on Monday.

'Gill Can Be A Great Captain'

'Gill Can Be A Great Captain'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

'Shubman Gill is a great thinker and player, but man management will be key to his leadership success.'

How Lamb played hand in Tendulkar's maiden Test ton

How Lamb played hand in Tendulkar's maiden Test ton

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Speaking to PTI, Lamb also spoke passionately about his playing days with Kapil Dev in County cricket and why he rates Sachin Tendulkar over Sunil Gavaskar and Virat Kohli.

Thiago Silva gets Brazil recall for World Cup qualifiers

Thiago Silva gets Brazil recall for World Cup qualifiers

Rediff.com17 Sep 2016

Brazil coach Tite has recalled veteran central defender Thiago Silva to his squad for the World Cup qualifiers against Bolivia and Venezuela.

Ex India U-19 skipper making most of life post heart surgery

Ex India U-19 skipper making most of life post heart surgery

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

'...I had confidence in myself. I knew I would play again one day and I knew how to make it and how I will make it'.

'Concentration not obsession needed in Champions League final'

'Concentration not obsession needed in Champions League final'

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Inter Milan are determined to avenge their 2023 Champions League final loss, though manager Simone Inzaghi warned on Friday against letting determination become obsession.

Sachin, Virat and a binding thread of love, respect!

Sachin, Virat and a binding thread of love, respect!

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Bound by a thread: Tendulkar recalls Kohli's special gesture on retirement day

Jubilant Bavuma heaps praise on Rabada, Markram

Jubilant Bavuma heaps praise on Rabada, Markram

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

'The sun is on us,' declared SA skipper Temba Bavuma following the World Test Championship triumph.

World Cup: Gutsy NZ ready for mighty Australia in summit clash

World Cup: Gutsy NZ ready for mighty Australia in summit clash

Rediff.com28 Mar 2015

It will be the biggest day in the history of Trans-Tasman cricketing rivalry when four-time champions Australia will be pitted against a highly committed bunch from New Zealand in the final of the ICC World Cup at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground.

World Cup Blog: Is the Indian media conspiring against the Pakistan team?

World Cup Blog: Is the Indian media conspiring against the Pakistan team?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2015

A selection of musings from around the cricket World Cup.

Will India's Blind cricket team travel to Pakistan?

Will India's Blind cricket team travel to Pakistan?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

The Pakistan Blind Cricket Council (PBCC) said the tournament will go ahead on schedule irrespective of India's participation.

Hosts Pakistan won't shift Davis Cup venue vs India

Hosts Pakistan won't shift Davis Cup venue vs India

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

'They should come to Pakistan. It's not fair that they do not come to Pakistan. The Indian team is much better than us. We have a beautiful hotel just across the stadium. If Indians come it will send a good message that we are good neighbours.'

Sania Mirza prioritises mentoring over AITA role

Sania Mirza prioritises mentoring over AITA role

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

'But it's not something that I really focus on. That's not really my goal.'

BCCI reschedules domestic ODI tournaments with an eye on 2015 World Cup

BCCI reschedules domestic ODI tournaments with an eye on 2015 World Cup

Rediff.com26 Jul 2014

The Board of Control for Cricket in India's technical committee headed by Anil Kumble has decided that the National ODI Championship for the Vijay Hazare Trophy and the Deodhar Trophy (Inter-Zonal) one dayers will act as trial tournaments for the ICC World Cup scheduled in February-March 2015.

Beckenbauer, the icon of German sporting success

Beckenbauer, the icon of German sporting success

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Franz Beckenbauer was for decades synonymous with Germany's success on the pitch, as player and then coach.

How Rohit Sharma wrote his own rules in Test cricket

How Rohit Sharma wrote his own rules in Test cricket

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Rohit Sharma's career has been a mix of brilliant moments and inconsistencies. While his Test record may not be impressive, his white-ball dominance and leadership qualities make him a legend.

Germany's Beckenbauer honoured at Euro 2024 opening

Germany's Beckenbauer honoured at Euro 2024 opening

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

Beckenbauer, who died in January aged 78, captained West Germany to European Championship victory in 1972 and a World Cup success in 1974 before winning the World Cup as national team manager in 1990.

Will India Win Missing Gaprindashvili Cup?

Will India Win Missing Gaprindashvili Cup?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

At the end of the 10th round, the Indian Open team is leading the pack with 19 points and the Women's team is ranked second with 17 points.

FIFA U-17 World Cup: What the tournament means for India

FIFA U-17 World Cup: What the tournament means for India

Rediff.com1 Oct 2017

It would be unfair to expect India to bedazzle crowds with eye-catching football. This team is built around stability, writes Dhruv Munjal