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Legendary footballer Pele enters the dictionary!

Legendary footballer Pele enters the dictionary!

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Following a campaign, Pele in the dictionary, legendary football Pele has now been added as an adjective in the dictionary.

PIX: Manchester City rout Real Madrid to reach Champions League final

PIX: Manchester City rout Real Madrid to reach Champions League final

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Manchester City marched into the Champions League final for the second time in three seasons after outclassing holders Real Madrid 4-0 for a 5-1 aggregate victory.

Neymar is Saudi bound as Al Hilal agree PSG deal

Neymar is Saudi bound as Al Hilal agree PSG deal

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Al Hilal, managed by Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus, play Al Fayha on Saturday with Neymar expected to wear the number 10 shirt.

Soccer PIX: Barcelona knocked out; Liverpool in League Cup final

Soccer PIX: Barcelona knocked out; Liverpool in League Cup final

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Athletic Bilbao beat Barcelona 4-2 at home to knock them out of the Copa del Rey

Former Portuguese PM Guterres to be next UN chief

Former Portuguese PM Guterres to be next UN chief

Rediff.com5 Oct 2016

Russia's envoy to the UN and President of the Council for October Vitaly Churkin announced that after the sixth straw poll, Guterres has emerged as the "clear favourite" even as hopes for a woman to succeed Ban Ki-moon as the world's top diplomat suffered a major setback.

Ronaldo's family appreciate Liverpool fans' gesture

Ronaldo's family appreciate Liverpool fans' gesture

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp said the show of support for Ronaldo during their 4-0 win over Manchester United on Tuesday was the "moment of the game", as both sets of fans stood for a minute of applause following the death of his newborn son.

Suhana, Khushi, Agastya Win Our Hearts

Suhana, Khushi, Agastya Win Our Hearts

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

'I really feel a series would have done more justice to Riverdale and its teens than a movie.'

Cristiano Ronaldo IS a team player!

Cristiano Ronaldo IS a team player!

Rediff.com19 Mar 2023

Ronaldo hands team mate winning penalty as gesture of respect

Saudi Arabia's Al-Ahli sign forward Mahrez from Man City

Saudi Arabia's Al-Ahli sign forward Mahrez from Man City

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

Algerian winger Riyad Mahrez has joined Saudi Arabia's Al-Ahli from Manchester City on a deal until 2027.

Champions League PIX: Man City, Barcelona score big wins

Champions League PIX: Man City, Barcelona score big wins

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

A summary of the opening day's action in the UEFA Champions league on Tuesday.

Manchester United may dump Portuguese winger Nani

Manchester United may dump Portuguese winger Nani

Rediff.com23 Aug 2012

Manchester United striker Nani could be dumped by manager Sir Alex Fergusson following his poor performance in the 1- 0 defeat to Everton.

Ronaldo urges top players to join him in Saudi league

Ronaldo urges top players to join him in Saudi league

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

Ronaldo said the league was very competitive but that there were many opportunities to grow.

Booked, subbed and goalless! Rough night for Ronaldo

Booked, subbed and goalless! Rough night for Ronaldo

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

Though Al-Nassr beat Abha 3-1, Cristiano Ronaldo endured a rough night on a personal note as he failed to score and was substituted for the first time since his move to Saudi Arabia.

Manchester Utd have busy deadline day; Man City get Nunes

Manchester Utd have busy deadline day; Man City get Nunes

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

Manchester United bolstered their squad with a flurry of transfer deadline day signings, Manchester City and Liverpool also splashed out while ambitious Brighton & Hove Albion sealed an audacious loan deal for Barcelona's Ansu Fati on Friday.

Man United to release Ronaldo in January?

Man United to release Ronaldo in January?

Rediff.com22 Oct 2022

The Portuguese star was linked with a move away during the summer transfer window, though Manchester United coach Erik ten Hag said he still featured in his plans for the season.

Portugal club luring Buffon with custard tarts, museum tickets

Portugal club luring Buffon with custard tarts, museum tickets

Rediff.com23 May 2021

Belenenses is one of Portugal's oldest clubs, but split with Belenenses SAD in 2018 over a dispute and were forced to start again from the bottom of the Portuguese football pyramid.

Activist claims Goa bar owner had lease agreement with Irani-linked co

Activist claims Goa bar owner had lease agreement with Irani-linked co

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

Social activist Aires Rodrigues during a hearing before Goa excise commissioner on Monday produced a lease agreement signed between the owners of a controversial restaurant in North Goa and a company allegedly linked to Union minister Smriti Irani's family.

Soccer PIX: City shocked by Wolves; United lose; Spurs sink Liverpool

Soccer PIX: City shocked by Wolves; United lose; Spurs sink Liverpool

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

Champions Manchester City slipped to a shock first Premier League defeat of the season at Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday, while Manchester United's campaign of woe continued with a loss to Crystal Palace.

Champions League PIX: Real seal perfect group stage run

Champions League PIX: Real seal perfect group stage run

Rediff.com13 Dec 2023

Images from the UEFA Champions League group matches played on Tuesday night.

Disappointing end to Ronaldo's debut season in Saudi

Disappointing end to Ronaldo's debut season in Saudi

Rediff.com28 May 2023

Though Cristiano Ronaldo scored an impressive number of goals, he remained empty handed in his debut season in Saudi Arabia.

Aus Open PIX: Teenager Noskova stuns World No 1 Swiatek

Aus Open PIX: Teenager Noskova stuns World No 1 Swiatek

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

Images from Day 7 of the 2024 Australian Open in Melbourne on Saturday.

EPL PIX: Arsenal go four clear, Newcastle down Manchester United

EPL PIX: Arsenal go four clear, Newcastle down Manchester United

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

IMAGES from Saturday's action in the English Premier League.

'Muslims should give Gyanvapi, Mathura to Hindus'

'Muslims should give Gyanvapi, Mathura to Hindus'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

'During the nine years of BJP rule, not a single temple has been reconstructed.' 'They might have constructed the Ram temple as it is an emotional issue. But they are not much interested in issues like heritage.'

FIFA World Cup PHOTOS: Morocco script history, stun Portugal to enter semis

FIFA World Cup PHOTOS: Morocco script history, stun Portugal to enter semis

Rediff.com10 Dec 2022

Images from the FIFA World Cup Quarter-final match between Portugal and Morocco on Saturday.

Ronaldo loses blue tick on Twitter, LeBron James remains

Ronaldo loses blue tick on Twitter, LeBron James remains

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

The Verge reported that James, who has previously said he would not pay for verification, had not paid to keep the checkmark.

Singapore's Shanmugaratnam joins club of PIO leaders dominating world politics

Singapore's Shanmugaratnam joins club of PIO leaders dominating world politics

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

He is among several leaders of Indian heritage who have ascended to the highest echelon of public service globally.

Court Verdict Reopens Question On Hindu Identity

Court Verdict Reopens Question On Hindu Identity

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

What should be made out of the Madras high court order involving non-Hindus' entry into Hindu temples, when many non-Hindus are among the hundreds of thousands that have been worshipping at these temples for generations, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

Ronaldo keeps people guessing about his future

Ronaldo keeps people guessing about his future

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

Before the World Cup, he had refused to say whether the tournament in Qatar would be his last and said he was already looking ahead to the 2024 European Championship.

Ten Hag says players should accept ref's decision and move on

Ten Hag says players should accept ref's decision and move on

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

The incident was one of many involving match officials being confronted in the top flight at the weekend, with the FA also charging Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp with improper conduct for his outburst at an assistant referee.

At excise dept hearing, Goa bar owner's family denies any link to Smriti Irani

At excise dept hearing, Goa bar owner's family denies any link to Smriti Irani

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

Goa excise commissioner Narayan Gad on Monday heard arguments over a complaint against a restaurant, which the Congress claimed was linked to Union minister Smriti Irani's daughter.

Sevilla beat Roma to win seventh Europa League crown

Sevilla beat Roma to win seventh Europa League crown

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Sevilla maintained their incredible record in the competition after an otherwise difficult season.

Time stood still when Platini broke Portuguese hearts

Time stood still when Platini broke Portuguese hearts

Rediff.com27 Jun 2012

It was the moment when time seemed to stand still just long enough for Michel Platini to score one of the most memorable goals of his brilliant career and break Portugal's hearts.

Champions League: We need the fans, says Barca coach Xavi

Champions League: We need the fans, says Barca coach Xavi

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

PSG's Champions League tie with Newcastle is like a final, says Luis Enrique

If All Of India Was Like Goa...

If All Of India Was Like Goa...

Rediff.com7 Jan 2023

The intrinsic inclusivity of Goa is the key to its great attraction, observes Rahul Singh.

India to move Portuguese court on Salem's extradition

India to move Portuguese court on Salem's extradition

Rediff.com25 Jan 2012

India will approach the constitutional court of Portugal challenging the decision of that country's supreme court which recently confirmed the decision to terminate the extradition of fugitive underworld don Abu Salem to face trial in various cases in India.

Soccer: Gerrard to coach Saudi side Al-Ettifaq; Fabregas retires

Soccer: Gerrard to coach Saudi side Al-Ettifaq; Fabregas retires

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

Former Arsenal, Spain midfielder Fabregas hangs up his boots, to coach Italian club.

Ronaldo leaves early during EPL match against Spurs, sparks controversy

Ronaldo leaves early during EPL match against Spurs, sparks controversy

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

Ronaldo was an unused substitute as United produced arguably its most complete performance of the season. The 37-year-old has scored just two goals in 12 appearances for United this season.

Real Madrid draw Chelsea; Man City vs Bayern in quarters

Real Madrid draw Chelsea; Man City vs Bayern in quarters

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

Holders Real Madrid will play 2021 winners Chelsea in the Champions League quarter-finals while Manchester City's Pep Guardiola will visit his former club Bayern Munich.

Europa League: Sporting stun Arsenal; United into QFs

Europa League: Sporting stun Arsenal; United into QFs

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

The teams finished level at 3-3 on aggregate in the tie but the Lisbon club advanced to the quarter-finals after Adan kept out Martinelli's weak effort.

Casillas comes out as gay, then deletes tweet

Casillas comes out as gay, then deletes tweet

Rediff.com9 Oct 2022

Casillas was married to sports journalist Sara Carbonero for five years before their separation in March 2021. The couple has two sons.