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Here's why the smile is back on Mourinho's face

Here's why the smile is back on Mourinho's face

Rediff.com3 Sep 2018

Jose Mourinho had a smile back on his face after his Manchester United side comfortably beat Burnley 2-0 at Turf Moor on Sunday to end a week of intense scrutiny in positive fashion.

EPL PIX: Manchester City suffer title blow at Newcastle

EPL PIX: Manchester City suffer title blow at Newcastle

Rediff.com30 Jan 2019

Reigning champions Manchester City took the lead after 24 seconds but suffered a shock 2-1 defeat at Newcastle United.

'Boney is shattered beyond the limits of grief'

'Boney is shattered beyond the limits of grief'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2018

'We strongly object to this kind of intrusive and vulgar journalism.' 'You have to see what the family is going through to understand how much sensitivity they need in this hour of crisis.'

Why Mourinho deserves 'The Special One' name

Why Mourinho deserves 'The Special One' name

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho deserves his title of "The Special One" as he can make challenging decisions to get wins and has won three trophies in his debut campaign at the Premier League club, midfielder Paul Pogba said.

FA Cup: Southampton reach semis as Wigan dream ends

FA Cup: Southampton reach semis as Wigan dream ends

Rediff.com18 Mar 2018

Wigan, who had beaten three Premier League teams in the Cup including Manchester City in the previous round, could not convert their chances, however.

Liverpool's Firmino better but still doubt for Champions League clash vs PSG

Liverpool's Firmino better but still doubt for Champions League clash vs PSG

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

The Brazilian had to be substituted in the second half of his side's 2-1 Premier League win at Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday after clashing with the hand of opposition defender Jan Vertonghen.

''BJP can't put India under their thumb'

''BJP can't put India under their thumb'

Rediff.com15 May 2021

'The BJP will not be able to create dictatorship of the kind it is perhaps dreaming of.' 'We have Bengal as the biggest example.'

Benedict Cumberbatch marries Sophie Hunter

Benedict Cumberbatch marries Sophie Hunter

Rediff.com16 Feb 2015

Cumberbatch's Sherlock costar Martin Freeman, who plays Dr Watson in the hit BBC show, was best man at the wedding.

Soccer PIX: Neto, Paulinho score on Portugal debuts

Soccer PIX: Neto, Paulinho score on Portugal debuts

Rediff.com12 Nov 2020

Images from football friendlies played on Wednesday.

PHOTOS: Masterful Messi's late double sinks Arsenal

PHOTOS: Masterful Messi's late double sinks Arsenal

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

Barcelona's Lionel Messi broke free from Arsenal's shackles to score two late goals and put the Champions League holders on the brink of the quarter-finals with a clinical 2-0 victory at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday.

Bhupathi-Vesnina enter mixed doubles final

Bhupathi-Vesnina enter mixed doubles final

Rediff.com2 Jul 2011

India's Mahesh Bhupathi and Elena Vesnina of Russia advanced to the mixed doubles final of the Wimbledon after pipping Australian Paul Hanley and Chinese Taipei's Su-Wei Hsieh 6-2, 3-6, 7-5 in a gruelling three-setter that lasted close to two hours.

In Pics: A look back at Versace's memorable moments

In Pics: A look back at Versace's memorable moments

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

As Michael Kors takes over the Italian fashion house, we take a trip down memory lane and look back at the Versace story.

EPL PIX: De Bruyne stars as City down Arsenal, United held

EPL PIX: De Bruyne stars as City down Arsenal, United held

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

In Pep Guardiola's 100th match in charge of the Manchester club, captain De Bruyne led from the front as City outclassed the Gunners, who have now suffered six home games without a win. Images from the EPL matches played on Sunday.

How 16-year-old batting sensation Shafali can improve

How 16-year-old batting sensation Shafali can improve

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

With her big-hitting prowess, a rarity in women's cricket, 16-year-old Shafali Verma was bound to succeed at the highest level. However, a lot of improvement is needed for her to sustain the sensational six-month run she has enjoyed since making her India debut, feel her coach Ashwani Kumar and former India wicketkeeper Ajay Ratra, both of whom have tracked her nascent career closely.

Which Tamil film will you watch this weekend?

Which Tamil film will you watch this weekend?

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

Take your pick.

Can India carry winning momentum in fourth Test?

Can India carry winning momentum in fourth Test?

Rediff.com29 Aug 2018

Having made a commendable comeback from the brink of a series defeat, India will look to increase their stranglehold on hosts England to draw parity when the two teams square off for the fourth Test, in Southampton, on Thursday.

Here's why Man United players must come to terms with squad rotation

Here's why Man United players must come to terms with squad rotation

Rediff.com20 Sep 2017

Michael Carrick and Ander Herrera have hardly featured in Manchester United's early Premier League campaign but manager Jose Mourinho has assured the duo they are vital to his plans.

PHOTOS: Manchester United turn frustration into jubilation

PHOTOS: Manchester United turn frustration into jubilation

Rediff.com11 Jan 2017

Manchester United turned frustration into jubilation as they planted one foot in the League Cup final after a late Marouane Fellaini header gave them a 2-0 win over Hull City in the first leg of their last four clash.

New Zealand spinners make England toil

New Zealand spinners make England toil

Rediff.com7 Mar 2008

England crawled to 286 for 6 at the close on the third day of the first Test. They trail their hosts by 184 runs with two days to play.

Major changes in Australia's Test team after India debacle

Major changes in Australia's Test team after India debacle

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

Batsmen Aaron Finch, Shaun Marsh, Peter Handscomb and all-rounder Mitchell Marsh were all dropped from the squad that lost a home Test series against India for the first time.

Extras: Brazilian player sent for reacting to racist taunts

Extras: Brazilian player sent for reacting to racist taunts

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

A video of the incident showed that Taison stuck his finger up at a section occupied by Dynamo fans and then hoofed the ball into the stands.

Champions League: Ronaldo scores 750th goal; PSG win

Champions League: Ronaldo scores 750th goal; PSG win

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

Cristiano Ronaldo scored the 750th goal of his remarkable career in a 3-0 win over Dynamo Kyiv on Wednesday

Coffee, conversations and that CCD connect

Coffee, conversations and that CCD connect

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

Siddhartha many customers who grew up on coffee and conversations at his cafes mourned his death and disagreed that he had failed. Some said it was the place they first thought of their 'big idea'.

Late goals send France into quarter-finals

Late goals send France into quarter-finals

Rediff.com30 Jun 2014

France ended Nigeria's hopes of a first World Cup quarter-final appearance when they scored two late goals to beat the Super Eagles 2-0 in a rough second-round match on Monday.

PIX: How Chase revived West Indies after Yadavs inflict damage

PIX: How Chase revived West Indies after Yadavs inflict damage

Rediff.com12 Oct 2018

Roston Chase closed in on his fourth test hundred as he forged a century partnership with skipper Jason Holder to help West Indies to 295 for seven on the opening day of the second and final test against India on Friday.

Deschamps hails French character after World Cup semis win

Deschamps hails French character after World Cup semis win

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

"I'm very happy for my players, we showed character and the right mentality, it was very hard for us tonight. We worked hard defensively."

Gareth Bale on Champions League and United's Pogba

Gareth Bale on Champions League and United's Pogba

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

The possibility of winning Europe's most prestigious club competition in his hometown has given Wales winger Gareth Bale extra motivation to help Real Madrid become the first club to defend their Champions League title.

PHOTOS: Impressive England secure semi-final spot

PHOTOS: Impressive England secure semi-final spot

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

Hosts England became the first team to qualify for the ICC Champions Trophy semi-finals after hammering New Zealand by 87 runs to stay top of Group A at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff on Tuesday.

Shrines to open in Bengal from June 1, offices from June 8

Shrines to open in Bengal from June 1, offices from June 8

Rediff.com29 May 2020

Two days before the end of the fourth phase of the nationwide lockdown, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday announced a slew of relaxations, including reopening of shrines from June 1.

SC declines bail in nuclear espionage case

SC declines bail in nuclear espionage case

Rediff.com14 Dec 2009

The special cell of the Delhi police, which had earlier arrested the accused Mukesh Saini along with system analyast Shib Shankar Paul, alleged the latter had developed "intimate" and "close relationship" with the American diplomat Rosana Minschew to whom the secrets were passed on.

BBC to broadcast Wimbledon finals in 3D

BBC to broadcast Wimbledon finals in 3D

Rediff.com8 Jun 2011

The BBC will broadcast the Wimbledon Championship finals live in 3D.

PIX: Shamita Shetty, Payal Rohatgi at an awards night

PIX: Shamita Shetty, Payal Rohatgi at an awards night

Rediff.com7 Sep 2015

A look at the highlights of the ITA awards.

She's hot! She's a mom! And she's back on the VS ramp

She's hot! She's a mom! And she's back on the VS ramp

Rediff.com21 Nov 2017

How stunning models turned up the temperatures at the VS annual show.

EPL: United ditch 'dull' style in search of top finish

EPL: United ditch 'dull' style in search of top finish

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

Manchester United have shown they are capable of playing an attractive and attacking brand of football in their recent games, midfielder Juan Mata said after Sunday's 1-1 Premier League draw at his former club Chelsea.

England in control after Collingwood ton

England in control after Collingwood ton

Rediff.com18 Jun 2007

England scored 400 in reply to the West Indies' 287 and then reduced the tourists to 83 for three by close on Day 4 of the fourth Test.

Sari sizzle: Mandira, Jacqueline heat things up

Sari sizzle: Mandira, Jacqueline heat things up

Rediff.com9 Mar 2010

Designer Puneet Nanda showcased yet another mesmerising array of sparkling saris, elegant lehengas and chic cocktail numbers from his label Satya Paul to mark the close of Day Four of the LFW. And performing the showstopping honours were Mandira Bedi, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sarah-Jane Dias and Amruta Patki. Here's a glimpse of the fantastic finale for the day.

La Liga: Barcelona ride luck to sink Real Sociedad

La Liga: Barcelona ride luck to sink Real Sociedad

Rediff.com15 Sep 2018

Barcelona rode their luck to come from behind and win 2-1 at Real Sociedad on Saturday, continuing to banish their awful record in San Sebastian and maintaining their perfect start to the La Liga season.

League Cup: United edge past spirited Hull to reach final

League Cup: United edge past spirited Hull to reach final

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

Manchester United reached the League Cup final but were made to sweat as Hull City won the second leg of their last-four encounter 2-1 on Thursday to come within one goal of forcing extra time.

PHOTOS: Pakistan maul India to lift Champions Trophy title

PHOTOS: Pakistan maul India to lift Champions Trophy title

Rediff.com18 Jun 2017

An inspired Pakistan hammered a blundering India by 180 runs to lift the ICC Champions Trophy, riding on a scintillating hundred from rookie opener Fakhar Zaman and a sensational bowling spell from Mohammad Amir.

Prithvi conquers a billion hearts on Test debut

Prithvi conquers a billion hearts on Test debut

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

His back-foot play off the pacers was a treat to the eyes and when the spinners were deployed, he was not afraid to use the long handle.