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Breaking: Klopp Could Take Over Germany National Team

Breaking: Klopp Could Take Over Germany National Team

Rediff.com11 Jul 2026

Germany's Football Association (DFB) has held initial, constructive discussions with Juergen Klopp in New York regarding him taking over as the national team head coach. Both parties are confident of reaching a deal, pending agreement with Klopp's current employer, Red Bull. Klopp is the DFB's preferred choice to succeed Julian Nagelsmann after Germany's disappointing World Cup exit.

Yuvraj Singh On Why Cricketers Should Play Golf From Early Age

Yuvraj Singh On Why Cricketers Should Play Golf From Early Age

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh encourages cricketers to play golf from a young age to alleviate stress and enhance their primary sport, highlighting its accessibility and benefits.

Southampton's Ronald Koeman nominated for Premier League award

Southampton's Ronald Koeman nominated for Premier League award

Rediff.com16 Oct 2014

Southampton's barnstorming start to the Premier League season has been reflected in a trio of nominations for early-season awards. Dutchman Ronald Koeman has been nominated for the Premier League Manager of the Month award.

Arsenal face defining night in Europe against formidable PSG

Arsenal face defining night in Europe against formidable PSG

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Arsenal take on defending champions PSG in the Champions League final as Mikel Arteta's revitalised side chase their first European crown and look to complete a remarkable resurgence.

Equally talented but mindset separates Virat Kohli and KL Rahul: Wasim Jaffer

Equally talented but mindset separates Virat Kohli and KL Rahul: Wasim Jaffer

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

Former India opener and coach Wasim Jaffer believes KL Rahul has the talent and technical ability to match Virat Kohli but said Kohli's elite mindset and consistency are what set him apart.

Former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola replaces Arne Slot at Liverpool

Former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola replaces Arne Slot at Liverpool

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Former Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola will take over as Liverpool's manager on a two-year deal, the Premier League club said on Thursday.

India To Host Season 4 Of The Global Chess League

India To Host Season 4 Of The Global Chess League

Rediff.com8 May 2026

The fourth season of the Global Chess League (GCL), a joint initiative of Tech Mahindra and FIDE, will be held in India, aiming to leverage the country's booming chess culture, the tournament organisers announced on Friday.

Will BCCI allow Indian players for Afghanistan Premier League?

Will BCCI allow Indian players for Afghanistan Premier League?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2018

The Afghanistan Cricket Board on Friday launched its very own franchise-based T20 league, to be held in the UAE in October, but the BCCI is expected to maintain its current stand of not allowing Indian players to turn freelancers.

Man City stay in title hunt; Liverpool Man United held

Man City stay in title hunt; Liverpool Man United held

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Manchester City defeated Brentford 3-0, closing the gap on Premier League leaders Arsenal. Liverpool drew with Chelsea, while other key Premier League results impacted European qualification hopes.

Lampard is Premier League's Player of the Decade

Lampard is Premier League's Player of the Decade

Rediff.com24 Dec 2009

Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard has been selected as the Premier League's Player of the Decade, by facts and figures' wizards Opta.

What Makes Padikkal's Test Ton So Special?

What Makes Padikkal's Test Ton So Special?

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

A maiden Test century is never just about three figures. It is a reflection of patience, perseverance, self-belief and the courage to wait for the right moment.

Premier League chief welcomes back Mourinho's stardust

Premier League chief welcomes back Mourinho's stardust

Rediff.com16 Aug 2013

Chief executive Richard Scudamore has welcomed the return of Jose Mourinho to the Premier League, saying the outspoken Chelsea manager is "stardust" for the competition.

Gayle pulls out of Caribbean Premier League

Gayle pulls out of Caribbean Premier League

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

The 40-year-old was signed by St. Lucia Zouks as one of the marquee players outside the draft in the US$130,000 - US$160,000 price bracket in April.

Premier League: Chelsea close in on Arsenal

Premier League: Chelsea close in on Arsenal

Rediff.com16 Apr 2011

Didier Drogba was on target again as Chelsea, the only top-six team in Premier League action on Saturday, chalked up their 11th successive league win over West Bromwich Albion with a 3-1 triumph at the Hawthorns.

Bernardo Silva to leave Manchester City at end of season

Bernardo Silva to leave Manchester City at end of season

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva will leave the club at the end of the season, assistant manager Pep Lijnders confirmed. The Portugal international's contract expires after a successful nine-year spell.

EPL: Manchester City steal top spot, Burnley relegated

EPL: Manchester City steal top spot, Burnley relegated

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Manchester City climbed to the top of the Premier League after defeating Burnley 1-0, while Burnley's defeat confirmed their relegation.

Ozil upset after axing from Arsenal's Premier League squad

Ozil upset after axing from Arsenal's Premier League squad

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

Playmaker Mesut Ozil, who is under contract with Arsenal until June 2021 and earns a reported 350,000 pounds ($456,645) per week, has not played for manager Mikel Arteta's side this season

Dembele double fires PSG past Liverpool to Champions League semis

Dembele double fires PSG past Liverpool to Champions League semis

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Ousmane Dembele scored twice as Paris St Germain defeated Liverpool 2-0, securing a 4-0 aggregate victory and a place in the Champions League semi-finals.

Punjab Kings set eyes on WPL team

Punjab Kings set eyes on WPL team

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Punjab Kings co-owner Mohit Burman has expressed the franchise's interest in owning a team in the Women's Premier League at some point, despite the BCCI's current stance against immediate expansion.

Women's Premier League: 165 players to be part of WPL auction

Women's Premier League: 165 players to be part of WPL auction

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

The second edition of the TATA Women's Premier League Player Auction list is out with a total of 165 cricketers set to go under the gavel on December 9th in Mumbai.

West Brom promoted to Premier League as Brentford blow chance

West Brom promoted to Premier League as Brentford blow chance

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

Brentford will go into the playoffs along with Fulham and Cardiff City but in a huge swing in fortunes, Nottingham Forest missed out on goal difference with Swansea City grabbing the last slot in astonishing fashion.

Bayern Munich rally to beat VfB Stuttgart, clinch 35th German league title

Bayern Munich rally to beat VfB Stuttgart, clinch 35th German league title

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Treble-chasing Bayern Munich secured their 35th German league title on Sunday after beating VfB Stuttgart 4-2 to open up an unassailable lead with four games to play.

What you must not miss in the Premier League this week

What you must not miss in the Premier League this week

Rediff.com19 Oct 2018

A preview of the line-up action in the English Premier League from October 20-22.

PHOTOS: Colours of the rainbow light up Premier League matches

PHOTOS: Colours of the rainbow light up Premier League matches

Rediff.com27 Nov 2016

In an effort to show equality and inclusiveness towards people of all races and sexual orientation, players, officials from the English Premier League and even the historic Wembley Stadium was decked in the colours of the rainbow.

Arsenal edge Palace on penalties to reach League Cup semis

Arsenal edge Palace on penalties to reach League Cup semis

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Arsenal edged past Crystal Palace on penalties on Tuesday to reach the semi-finals of the League Cup.

Newcastle win immediate return to Premier League

Newcastle win immediate return to Premier League

Rediff.com6 Apr 2010

Newcastle United gained immediate promotion back to the English Premier League without playing on Monday after Nottingham Forest's failure to beat Cardiff City in the Championship (second division).

Manchester City beat Southampton with late goal, make 4th FA Cup final on the trot

Manchester City beat Southampton with late goal, make 4th FA Cup final on the trot

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Manchester City came from behind to beat Championship side Southampton 2-1 with a late goal from Nico Gonzalez at Wembley on Saturday to book a place in an unprecedented fourth consecutive FA Cup final and keep alive their hopes of a domestic treble.

IPL Stays in Australia's Plans, But Workload Comes First

IPL Stays in Australia's Plans, But Workload Comes First

Rediff.com8 Aug 2026

Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald discusses how the Indian Premier League (IPL) can be integrated into the national team's demanding international schedule, emphasising the need for workload management, especially for fast bowlers. He highlights the IPL's benefits for player development while acknowledging the challenges of a packed calendar including major Test series and ICC events.

Axar Patel Penalised For Delhi Capitals' Slow Over Rate

Axar Patel Penalised For Delhi Capitals' Slow Over Rate

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel has been fined Rs 12 lakh after his team maintained a slow over rate in their win against Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League.

'Managers star in English Premier League, players shine in Spain'

'Managers star in English Premier League, players shine in Spain'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2016

The English Premier League boasts some of the top managers in the game but to see the best players in the world you have to watch Spanish soccer, Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu said.

Premier League: Ighalo's brace helps Watford shock Liverpool

Premier League: Ighalo's brace helps Watford shock Liverpool

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

Nigerian international Odion Ighalo scored twice as a buoyant Watford won 3-0 at home to Liverpool to consolidate seventh position in the Premier League, only one point behind the top four.

Shock omission! Maguire dropped from England's World Cup squad

Shock omission! Maguire dropped from England's World Cup squad

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Harry Maguire was left shocked after being omitted from England's World Cup squad by Thomas Tuchel, while Phil Foden and Cole Palmer were also reportedly dropped ahead of Friday's announcement.

Statistics show how Premier League is adapting different styles!

Statistics show how Premier League is adapting different styles!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2014

English soccer has always been renowned for its pace, power and tough-tackling but new research appears to quantify the idea that current Premier League teams are playing a different game now than as recently as six years ago.

Southampton charged by EFL over alleged spying on Middlesbrough

Southampton charged by EFL over alleged spying on Middlesbrough

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The English Football League (EFL) has charged Southampton after Middlesbrough complained of spying ahead of their Championship promotion playoff semi-final first leg clash.

Koscielny best defender in Premier League: Rio Ferdinand

Koscielny best defender in Premier League: Rio Ferdinand

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

Arsenal's Laurent Koscielny is the best defender in the Premier League, according to former England and Manchester United centre-back Rio Ferdinand. Ferdinand also praised the Gunners backline in Wednesday's impressive 3-0 Champions League win over Greek champions Olympiakos Piraeus, which sealed their progress to the knockout stages for a 16th consecutive year.

English Premier League plans to go overseas

English Premier League plans to go overseas

Rediff.com8 Feb 2008

England's top 20 clubs could be playing league matches overseas from the 2010-11 season.

SKY Fails Again: IPL 2026 Turns Sour

SKY Fails Again: IPL 2026 Turns Sour

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Suryakumar Yadav, known for his explosive batting, is facing a tough time in IPL 2026, failing to convert starts into significant scores. His inconsistency is a concern, especially after a similar performance in the T20 World Cup 2026. At 35, the pressure is mounting on the Indian Premier League star.

Dawood Ahmadzai's Journey: From Refugee Struggles to France's T20I Trailblazer

Dawood Ahmadzai's Journey: From Refugee Struggles to France's T20I Trailblazer

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Former Afghanistan U-19 cricketer Dawood Ahmadzai overcame hardship, exile and years of struggle to become France's leading T20I wicket-taker, with his sights now set on helping the country qualify for a historic Cricket World Cup.

Gayle breaks sixes record in Bangladesh Premier League final

Gayle breaks sixes record in Bangladesh Premier League final

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

Chris Gayle hit 18 sixes on his way to an unbeaten 146 off 69 balls for Rangpur Riders against Dhaka Dynamites to create Twenty20 cricket history in the Bangladesh Premier League final on Tuesday.

Man City Eye Summit as Haaland Urges Focus Ahead of Burnley Showdown

Man City Eye Summit as Haaland Urges Focus Ahead of Burnley Showdown

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Erling Haaland Calls Burnley Clash a 'Final' as Manchester City Close in on Top Spot