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Real fight back to win, Barca cruise

Real fight back to win, Barca cruise

Rediff.com22 Dec 2002

The result keeps Real Madrid in third spot in the Spanish first division standings, a point behind Valencia and five adrift of leaders Real Sociedad.

Ronaldo, Figo see Real through

Ronaldo, Figo see Real through

Rediff.com14 Jan 2004

Second-half goals from the duo gave Real Madrid a 2-0 win at home against Eibar and a place in the quarter-finals of the King's Cup.

Real edge past Deportivo

Real edge past Deportivo

Rediff.com15 Dec 2003

A 2-1 victory enabled Real extend their perfect home league record and stay two points clear at the top of the table in the Spanish League. \n\n

Football Extras: PSG-Metz game stopped due to homophobic banner

Football Extras: PSG-Metz game stopped due to homophobic banner

Rediff.com31 Aug 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Insatiable Ronaldo collects fourth Golden Shoe award

Insatiable Ronaldo collects fourth Golden Shoe award

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo collected a record fourth Golden Shoe award as Europe's top scorer on Tuesday for his 48-goal haul in La Liga last season.

Fidel 'frail', but still the revolutionary of old

Fidel 'frail', but still the revolutionary of old

Rediff.com31 Oct 2013

Vice President Hamid Ansari discovers the iconic Fidel Castro in fine form during a rare 65-minute encounter. Nikhil Lakshman reports from Havana

La Liga: Ronaldo nets 300th goal for Real; Barca keep four-point lead

La Liga: Ronaldo nets 300th goal for Real; Barca keep four-point lead

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

Cristiano Ronald headed his 300th goal for Real Madrid in a laboured 2-0 La Liga victory at neighbours Rayo Vallecano on Wednesday that kept the gap on leaders Barcelona down to four points.

Did Cuban cigars thaw US-Cuba relations?

Did Cuban cigars thaw US-Cuba relations?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2015

'The irresistible Cuban cigars, which acquire their unique flavour as they are rolled on the thighs of Cuban women, have always been the ultimate temptation for cigar connoisseurs in the US.'

EPL PHOTOS: Arsenal win 17th game on trot...

EPL PHOTOS: Arsenal win 17th game on trot...

Rediff.com26 Nov 2018

The home team's record signing Jefferson Lerma, who cost 25 million pounds ($32 million) in August, scored a spectacular own goal to give Arsenal the lead but Norwegian international Josh King, back in the Bournemouth side after injury, equalised just before halftime.

EPL PIX: Wolves stun Man City; Newcastle beat Man Utd

EPL PIX: Wolves stun Man City; Newcastle beat Man Utd

Rediff.com6 Oct 2019

A summary of Sunday's Premier League matches

EPL: Liverpool continue march, Chelsea-Leicester draw

EPL: Liverpool continue march, Chelsea-Leicester draw

Rediff.com2 Feb 2020

English Premier League leaders Liverpool opened up a 22-point gap at the top of the table with second-half goals from Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Jordan Henderson and a Mohamed Salah brace giving them a 4-0 home win over Southampton. A rare double from defender Antonio Rudiger earned Chelsea a point in an entertaining 2-2 draw with third-placed Leicester City.

Why this footballer was forced to leave hours after transfer

Why this footballer was forced to leave hours after transfer

Rediff.com2 Feb 2017

I arrived at Seville airport wearing a shirt with the badge of Ukraine. This journalist reported that I was wearing a shirt from a paramilitary group, whose badge is distinguished from the badge of my country, claims Ukraine forward Roman Zozulya.

Real Madrid's pursuit of Bale nears completion - reports

Real Madrid's pursuit of Bale nears completion - reports

Rediff.com22 Aug 2013

Real Madrid's quest to land Tottenham Hotspur winger Gareth Bale for a world record fee looks to be nearing its conclusion with Spanish media reporting on Thursday a deal is all but secured.

Soccer Extras: Spain striker Torres announces retirement

Soccer Extras: Spain striker Torres announces retirement

Rediff.com21 Jun 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

'Congress more keen on forming UP govt in 2022'

'Congress more keen on forming UP govt in 2022'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav lashed out at his one-time ally, the Congress, and said that in the state the BJP is nowhere.

Ronaldo Real Madrid's best since Di Stefano but was never satisfied at the club

Ronaldo Real Madrid's best since Di Stefano but was never satisfied at the club

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

Yet for all of his 451 goals in all competitions and the silverware he helped amass, Ronaldo's time at the Bernabeu was fraught with moments of high tension leading to Tuesday's announcement that he was joining the Italian champions.

Nigeria crush Mexico to win record fourth under-17 title

Nigeria crush Mexico to win record fourth under-17 title

Rediff.com9 Nov 2013

Nigeria won the World under-17 championship for a record fourth time on Friday, overpowering holders Mexico 3-0 in the final in Abu Dhabi, helped by two defensive mistakes.

Vice President Ansari opens Festival of India in Cuba

Vice President Ansari opens Festival of India in Cuba

Rediff.com30 Oct 2013

People of Cuba were offered a glimpse of India's diverse culture when visiting Vice President Hamid Ansari inaugurated a Festival of India in Havana to bring the two countries closer.

La Liga: Ronaldo misses penalty as Madrid teams falter

La Liga: Ronaldo misses penalty as Madrid teams falter

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

Cristiano Ronaldo missed a penalty as Real Madrid and neighbours Atletico were held to draws leaving Barcelona with an eight-point lead at the top of La Liga and 13 matches left.

Can Maradona inspire Napoli to continue unbeaten run against Real?

Can Maradona inspire Napoli to continue unbeaten run against Real?

Rediff.com15 Feb 2017

An estimated 10,000 Napoli supporters, including the team's most famous player Diego Maradona, are expected to make the trip to the Spanish capital for the first competitive meeting with Real Madrid since the 1987.

Champions League Preview: Shoestring Swedes hope to upset mighty Madrid

Champions League Preview: Shoestring Swedes hope to upset mighty Madrid

Rediff.com29 Sep 2015

When Swedish champions Malmo take on mighty Real Madrid on Wednesday they do so knowing they would probably have to sell their entire squad just to be able to afford a single player from the bench of the Spanish giants.

EPL PIX: United put four past Lampard's Chelsea; Arsenal win

EPL PIX: United put four past Lampard's Chelsea; Arsenal win

Rediff.com11 Aug 2019

IMAGES from the English Premier League matches played on Sunday

Neymar inspires Brazil to friendly win over Portugal

Neymar inspires Brazil to friendly win over Portugal

Rediff.com11 Sep 2013

Brazil survived an early scare and some physical tackling to beat Portugal 3-1 in a friendly in Boston that confirmed their early status as one of the favourites to win the World Cup on home soil next year.

La Liga: 'Happiness is back for Real with Zidane return'

La Liga: 'Happiness is back for Real with Zidane return'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2019

Midfielder Dani Ceballos added: "It looks like us changing our coach worked. We have recovered some sensations we had lost and we have got the three points. Now our objective is to win all the games left and finish the season as well as possible."

Five talking points from the weekend's EPL

Five talking points from the weekend's EPL

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

Manchester City thrashed Southampton 6-1 to remain top of the Premier League.

End of an era as Casillas leaves Real Madrid

End of an era as Casillas leaves Real Madrid

Rediff.com12 Jul 2015

Spain goalkeeper Iker Casillas left Real Madrid on Saturday after 16 seasons as an iconic figure at the Bernabeu.

EPL PIX: Wolves raid Wembley to hurt Spurs' title hopes

EPL PIX: Wolves raid Wembley to hurt Spurs' title hopes

Rediff.com29 Dec 2018

Tottenham Hotspur's status as Premier League title chasers was seriously harmed on Saturday as they fell to a first defeat in seven league games, losing the lead to go down 3-1 at home to Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Players barred from using India logo in domestic cricket

Players barred from using India logo in domestic cricket

Rediff.com7 Dec 2014

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has instructed match referees to ensure that none of the India players -- current or discarded -- sport the India logo either on their helmet or on their gear in domestic matches.

Soccer Extras: Mexico into Gold Cup semis

Soccer Extras: Mexico into Gold Cup semis

Rediff.com30 Jun 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Champions League: Bayern knock out Arsenal; Atletico in quarters after 17 years

Champions League: Bayern knock out Arsenal; Atletico in quarters after 17 years

Rediff.com12 Mar 2014

Defending champions Bayern Munich survived a shaky second half and missed a late penalty against Arsenal on Tuesday to reach the Champions League quarter-finals.

Copa America PHOTOS: Chile draw 3-3 with Mexico in thriller

Copa America PHOTOS: Chile draw 3-3 with Mexico in thriller

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

Mexican striker Matias Vuoso and Chile midfielder Arturo Vidal both scored twice in a game that roared from end to end and never let up in intensity.

Argentina fight back for 2-1 win on Messi return

Argentina fight back for 2-1 win on Messi return

Rediff.com25 Mar 2016

Lionel Messi's return sparked Argentina to a 2-1 win over Chile in Santiago on Thursday, breathing new life into their South American qualifying campaign for the 2018 World Cup.

Five talking points from the weekend's English Premier League

Five talking points from the weekend's English Premier League

Rediff.com24 Sep 2018

Here are talking points from the weekend's Premier League action:

Congressmen press Obama to discuss religious freedom with Modi

Congressmen press Obama to discuss religious freedom with Modi

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

A group of 11 American lawmakers has written to President Barack Obama to discuss the issue of religious freedom in India with visiting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during their meetings at the White House.

FA Cup: Man City fight back but Man United crash out

FA Cup: Man City fight back but Man United crash out

Rediff.com17 Mar 2019

Premier League leaders Manchester City recovered from two goals down to beat Championship side Swansea City 3-2 at the Liberty Stadium on Saturday and progress to the FA Cup semi-finals.

Messi scores again as Barca stay clear at the top

Messi scores again as Barca stay clear at the top

Rediff.com29 Oct 2017

Lionel Messi scored his 12th league goal of the season but Barcelona had to rely on exceptional saves from Marc-Andre ter Stegen as they rode their luck to win 2-0 at Athletic Bilbao on Saturday and stay four points clear at the top of La Liga.

Transfer updates! Transfer updates! Navas staying put at Madrid despite Courtois competition

Transfer updates! Transfer updates! Navas staying put at Madrid despite Courtois competition

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

Real Madrid goalkeeper Keylor Navas says the signing of Belgium keeper Thibaut Courtois has not affected his desire to remain at the triple European champions as he emphatically ruled out leaving the club in order to be assured of first team football.

La Liga: Will history repeat itself for Barca?

La Liga: Will history repeat itself for Barca?

Rediff.com6 May 2016

When Barcelona host local rivals Espanyol on Saturday hoping to edge closer to the La Liga title, many may be haunted by Raul Tamudo's 89th minute equaliser which wrecked their title bid in 2006/07.

Nadal ends Djokovic hoodoo to reach another Madrid final

Nadal ends Djokovic hoodoo to reach another Madrid final

Rediff.com14 May 2017

A red hot Rafael Nadal ended a seven-match losing streak against Novak Djokovic in emphatic fashion by thrashing the world number two 6-2, 6-4 on Saturday to reach the final of the Madrid Open and move within a step of a third consecutive clay-court title.

Champons League: Benfica coach faces another test of ability against Bayern Munich

Champons League: Benfica coach faces another test of ability against Bayern Munich

Rediff.com12 Apr 2016

Benfica coach Rui Vitoria faces another test of his powers of improvisation as he tries to patch up a team without topscorer Jonas against Bayern Munich on Wednesday.