News for 'Neymar'

Guess who is the world's highest-paid football player?

Guess who is the world's highest-paid football player?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

This is the first time a player other than Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo has topped the list in eight years.

Real Madrid sign 16-year-old Brazilian prodigy for $74 million

Real Madrid sign 16-year-old Brazilian prodigy for $74 million

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

A stand-out talent from a young age, Endrick scored 170 goals in 176 matches for Palmeiras' academy.

Brazil to play traditionally against Serbia in opener

Brazil to play traditionally against Serbia in opener

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

Tite is keeping under wraps whether he will pair Fred with his Manchester United team mate Casemiro to strengthen the midfield or unleash Vinicius alongside Neymar, Richarlison and Raphinha, with Lucas Paqueta able to play as a second or third man in midfield depending on the system.

PIX: Bayern's Coman haunts PSG again; Milan down Spurs

PIX: Bayern's Coman haunts PSG again; Milan down Spurs

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

Kingsley Coman came back to haunt Paris St Germain again as he earned Bayern Munich a 1-0 win in their Champions League last-16 first leg in Paris on Tuesday.

Where will Ronaldo go next?

Where will Ronaldo go next?

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo left Manchester United on Tuesday after a controversial interview in which he said he had no respect for manager Erik ten Hag. With the January transfer window close, what is his next move?

Messi, Ronaldo and Salah shortlisted for FIFA Player award

Messi, Ronaldo and Salah shortlisted for FIFA Player award

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

Emma Hayes, who led Chelsea to the 2021 Champions League final, is joined on The Best FIFA Women's Coach shortlist by England manager Sarina Wiegman and Canada coach Beverly Priestman.

Messi explains 'very painful experience' of leaving Barca

Messi explains 'very painful experience' of leaving Barca

Rediff.com9 Oct 2021

'But when I arrived in Barcelona, I was told that it was no longer possible, that I could not stay and that I had to find another club, because Barca could not afford to extend my contract. That changed my plans.'

Fire-fighter Casemiro provides the spark for Brazil

Fire-fighter Casemiro provides the spark for Brazil

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Brazil defensive midfielder Casemiro took a break from putting out fires to score a scorching goal that sent his side into the last 16 of the World Cup with a 1-0 win over Switzerland.

Benzema, Ronaldo, Haaland nominated for Ballon d'Or

Benzema, Ronaldo, Haaland nominated for Ballon d'Or

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

Seven times reigning winner Lionel Messi was not nominated for this year's Ballon d'Or for the first time since 2005 and nor was his Paris Saint-Germain team mate Neymar.

Guardiola: Pele's legacy will always remain

Guardiola: Pele's legacy will always remain

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

"In this period, everyone's thinking of New Year's Eve, the distraction can be a problem. Two days after Leeds, we have to be ready."

Bayern's Mueller tests positive for COVID-19

Bayern's Mueller tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com11 Feb 2021

Bayern Munich midfielder Thomas Mueller has tested positive for COVID-19 and will miss the Club World Cup final against Mexico's Tigres UANL on Thursday

Messi shortlisted for FIFA Best Men's Player award

Messi shortlisted for FIFA Best Men's Player award

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

Real Madrid's Karim Benzema, who won the 2022 Ballon d'Or award, is also in the shortlist.

Racists have no place in a football stadium: Vinicius Jr

Racists have no place in a football stadium: Vinicius Jr

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Atletico said they are collaborating with authorities to identify the abusers who would be banned by the club. The Prosecutor's Office of Madrid is also investigating the case.

Inter earn crucial win; Barca leapfrog Sevilla

Inter earn crucial win; Barca leapfrog Sevilla

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

Inter Milan got a crucial 1-0 win at Juventus on Sunday

World Cup: Raphinha anxious but wants to win for fans

World Cup: Raphinha anxious but wants to win for fans

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

"I don't see it as pressure, a team like Brazil is always a contender for the World Cup or any other title that they play for. The demand of the fans is normal because we are a high-quality team, with big names,"

Football: Ronaldo recovers from COVID-19 infection

Football: Ronaldo recovers from COVID-19 infection

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

PSG's Neymar out until at least mid-November says Tuchel

PIX: Germany snap losing run; Spain, Brazil, Argentina win

PIX: Germany snap losing run; Spain, Brazil, Argentina win

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Images from the international friendly and Euro qualifying football matches played on Tuesday.

Dom's Take: Leo@PSG

Dom's Take: Leo@PSG

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

Dominic Xavier predicts the Amazing Leo, who will play alongside two other exciting talents, Neymar and Kylian Mbapp at PSG, will soon say Paris je t'aime.

Soccer PIX: Barca thump Osasuna; PSG extend lead

Soccer PIX: Barca thump Osasuna; PSG extend lead

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

Ferran Torres scored a brace and Ousmane Dembele made two assists as a red-hot Barcelona rolled over Osasuna 4-0 on Sunday to earn their fourth consecutive LaLiga win.

Ronaldo-Messi set to face-off in Riyadh

Ronaldo-Messi set to face-off in Riyadh

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

A new chapter in the celebrated rivalry between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi will unfurl on Thursday when they meet in an exhibition match as the Portugal forward gears up for his first game in Saudi Arabia since joining Al Nassr.

The Stars To Watch Out For!

The Stars To Watch Out For!

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

The most impressive players at the FIFA World Cup 2022 after Round One.

With three models, Brazil keep cards close to chest

With three models, Brazil keep cards close to chest

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

'We have some of the players that call the biggest media attention in the world so we take it naturally, it's our dream winning a World Cup. Pressure is inevitable.'

Dont mooch, just play, Mbappe, advises Henry

Dont mooch, just play, Mbappe, advises Henry

Rediff.com12 Oct 2022

"Nobody likes to be exposed to what you're not good at, you just don't like it. But there is something that is bigger than anything else and that is the club," Henry said on CBS Sports on Tuesday.

Messi scores for PSG; Real take spoils in Madrid derby

Messi scores for PSG; Real take spoils in Madrid derby

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

Lionel Messi's early goal earned Paris St Germain a 1-0 win at Olympique Lyonnais on Sunday as they opened a two-point lead at the top of Ligue 1.

Adeus Pele: Brazil bids farewell to 'eternal', 'king of soccer'

Adeus Pele: Brazil bids farewell to 'eternal', 'king of soccer'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

In the early hours Monday, his body arrived under fireworks in the city of about 430,000 people from Sao Paulo's Albert Einstein Hospital.

'Argentina have worked out where to hurt Croatia'

'Argentina have worked out where to hurt Croatia'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

Croatia were not the favourites to reach the last four again but they came through two penalty shootouts in a repeat of their 2018 exploits.

France, Brazil favourites to win World Cup: Messi

France, Brazil favourites to win World Cup: Messi

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

Argentina captain Lionel Messi said defending champions France and Brazil are the favourites to win the World Cup in Qatar as they have a core group of players who have played together for a long time.

Is beating cats worse than racism?

Is beating cats worse than racism?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

West Ham United's Michail Antonio has come to the defence of teammate Kurt Zouma, who has been targeted by fans for abusing his cats.

Messi still made to wait for PSG debut

Messi still made to wait for PSG debut

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

PSG's big buy has been left out squad for the Ligue 1 match against Brest.

PIX! Steely Milan edge Spurs; Bayern cruise past PSG

PIX! Steely Milan edge Spurs; Bayern cruise past PSG

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

AC Milan entered the Champions League quarterfinals for the first time in eleven years, with a draw in the round of 16 second leg against Tottenham Hotspurs.

VOTE! COPA AMERICA: Brazil vs Argentina

VOTE! COPA AMERICA: Brazil vs Argentina

Rediff.com10 Jul 2021

The Copa America 2021 championship final will be played between Brazil and Argentina from 05:30 am IST Sunday in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

PIX: PSG complete domestic treble with League Cup triumph

PIX: PSG complete domestic treble with League Cup triumph

Rediff.com1 Aug 2020

Paris St Germain completed a domestic treble as they beat Olympique Lyonnais 6-5 on penalties to lift the French League Cup on Friday with the match ending in a 0-0 stalemate after regular and extra time. Second-half substitute Pablo Sarabia scored PSG's final penalty in the shootout after goalkeeper Keylor Navas had saved Bertrand Traore's spot kick to give the Ligue 1 champions and French Cup winners their ninth League Cup trophy.

Champions League: PSG knock out Bayern; Chelsea in semis

Champions League: PSG knock out Bayern; Chelsea in semis

Rediff.com14 Apr 2021

Paris St Germain reached the Champions League semi-finals despite a 1-0 home defeat by holders Bayern Munich as they progressed on away goals

5 Strikers Who Stunned The World

5 Strikers Who Stunned The World

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

Five strikers who surprised us in World Cup 2022.

Rooney expects Di Maria to shine in Champions League final

Rooney expects Di Maria to shine in Champions League final

Rediff.com23 Aug 2020

PSG can exploit Bayern's high defensive line, says Rooney

PIX: PSG thump Leipzig to enter Champions League final

PIX: PSG thump Leipzig to enter Champions League final

Rediff.com19 Aug 2020

IMAGES from the Champions League semi-final played between PSG and Leipzig at Estadio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica in Lisbon on Tuesday.

Sports Shorts: IAAF extends ban against Russia

Sports Shorts: IAAF extends ban against Russia

Rediff.com9 Jun 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Sunday

PIX: PSG rally to edge past Atalanta into Champions League semis

PIX: PSG rally to edge past Atalanta into Champions League semis

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

Super sub Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting struck the stoppage-time winner.

WC qualifiers: Raphinha stars as Brazil cruise past Uruguay

WC qualifiers: Raphinha stars as Brazil cruise past Uruguay

Rediff.com15 Oct 2021

A summary of Thursday's World Cup qualifiers.

PIX: Benfica end Juve's hopes, join Chelsea in last 16

PIX: Benfica end Juve's hopes, join Chelsea in last 16

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

A round-up of Tuesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.