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Main Fiat Chrysler unions dismiss Ronaldo strike call as stunt

Main Fiat Chrysler unions dismiss Ronaldo strike call as stunt

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

Unions representing the majority of workers at Fiat Chrysler in Italy rejected a strike called by an independent labour group in protest against the huge sums of money spent by Italy's Juventus soccer club to sign Cristiano Ronaldo.

Why didn't Ronaldo celebrate his goal?

Why didn't Ronaldo celebrate his goal?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2013

Cristiano Ronaldo seems to have popularised the new trend of not celebrating goals.

Ronaldo and Messi could finally play in same team

Ronaldo and Messi could finally play in same team

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are potential targets for Inter-Miami, co-owner David Beckham said on Wednesday, underscoring his team's global ambition as they prepare to make their long-awaited Major League Soccer debut this weekend.

Ronaldo steers Portugal into last eight

Ronaldo steers Portugal into last eight

Rediff.com18 Jun 2012

Cristiano Ronaldo scored both goals as Portugal deservedly beat the Netherlands 2-1 on Sunday to reach the quarter-finals of Euro 2012 and eliminate the Dutch, beaten World Cup finalists two years ago.

Ronaldo steals show from Ibrahimovic in titanic clash

Ronaldo steals show from Ibrahimovic in titanic clash

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

It was billed as a clash of the titans with Ronaldo and Zlatan Ibrahimovic in the starring roles but at the end of the night Portugal's captain took the plaudits as his stunning hat-trick clinched a World Cup spot.

Benzema blossoming under Ancelotti even under Ronaldo's shadow

Benzema blossoming under Ancelotti even under Ronaldo's shadow

Rediff.com23 Oct 2014

Whatever Karim Benzema does in a Real Madrid shirt his achievements are generally overshadowed by the exploits of Cristiano Ronaldo yet the France forward has a splendid Champions League record of his own.

Here's why more than anyone, Ronaldo deserves Ballon D'Or

Here's why more than anyone, Ronaldo deserves Ballon D'Or

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri believes Cristiano Ronaldo deserves to win the Ballon D'Or, following media reports that the forward has not been short-listed for the award's final three for the first time since 2010.

Goals are in my DNA, says Ronaldo after taming Wolves

Goals are in my DNA, says Ronaldo after taming Wolves

Rediff.com13 Apr 2016

Cristiano Ronaldo hit back at his critics after a remarkable 35th career hat-trick fired Real Madrid past VfL Wolfsburg.

It is over... Ronaldo confirms split with girlfriend

It is over... Ronaldo confirms split with girlfriend

Rediff.com16 Jan 2015

Real Madrid football star Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed his split with Russian model gal-pal Irina Shayk.

Greatest footballer? Ronaldo will have to wait for the honour...

Greatest footballer? Ronaldo will have to wait for the honour...

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

World Player of the Year Cristiano Ronaldo is of the opinion that he would be considered one of the greatest footballers of all time in history by the time he retires.

Ronaldo faces no competition in winning 'Salon d'Or' award

Ronaldo faces no competition in winning 'Salon d'Or' award

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

Portugal football team captain Cristiano Ronaldo might have some competition in the run for the Ballon d'Or award this year but the forward has no competition when it comes to having the best hair in the game as he won the Salon d'Or for the best hair in the game.

Trickster Ronaldo puts Real on verge of Champions League final

Trickster Ronaldo puts Real on verge of Champions League final

Rediff.com3 May 2017

The Portuguese forward put his team on the verge of their third final in four years and took his tally to 103 goals in the competition as he helped Madrid vanquish their neighbours at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Now, Romario praises Ronaldo, 2014 organisers

Now, Romario praises Ronaldo, 2014 organisers

Rediff.com17 Dec 2011

Former Brazil striker Romario, having slammed his country's preparations to stage the 2014 finals, adopted a more conciliatory tone on a visit to the Local Organising Committee on Friday.

Ronaldo completes Real Madrid move

Ronaldo completes Real Madrid move

Rediff.com27 Jun 2009

Manchester United winger Cristiano Ronaldo completed his 80 million pound world record transfer to Real Madrid on Friday, signing a six-year deal with the Primera Liga club.

'Griezmann in same league as Ronaldo, Messi'

'Griezmann in same league as Ronaldo, Messi'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2016

France right back Bacary Sagna said teammate Antoine Griezmann now belonged to the same elite club as the Portugal forward.

'80 Percent fit' Ronaldo set to miss another La Liga game

'80 Percent fit' Ronaldo set to miss another La Liga game

Rediff.com28 Apr 2016

Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo faces a race against time to be fit for the Champions League semi-final second leg with Manchester City on May 4.

I'm not smart enough to be FIFA president, admits Ronaldo

I'm not smart enough to be FIFA president, admits Ronaldo

Rediff.com10 Nov 2015

World Player of the Year Cristiano Ronaldo is not clever enough to become FIFA president one day in the future.

Ronaldo factfile

Ronaldo factfile

Rediff.com12 Dec 2002

A chronological update of the football ace's career.

Ronaldo back in Madrid

Ronaldo back in Madrid

Rediff.com2 Feb 2005

The Brazilian striker had rushed back to his home country on Friday because of a family illness but said that the problem is now resolved.

Football Briefs: Ronaldo backheel earns Real late draw

Football Briefs: Ronaldo backheel earns Real late draw

Rediff.com19 Apr 2018

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Of Zidane's tactical brain and Ronaldo's goal-scoring prowess

Of Zidane's tactical brain and Ronaldo's goal-scoring prowess

Rediff.com13 Apr 2016

Zinedine Zidane overcame the biggest challenge of his fledgling coaching career as Real Madrid brushed aside VfL Wolfsburg to overturn a first-leg deficit and reach the Champions League semi-finals.

Fit-again Ronaldo to play full 90 minutes against Sporting: Zidane

Fit-again Ronaldo to play full 90 minutes against Sporting: Zidane

Rediff.com13 Sep 2016

Real Madrid talisman Cristiano Ronaldo will play the full 90 minutes against boyhood club Sporting Lisbon as he steps up his return from injury in the Champions League on Wednesday, coach Zinedine Zidane said.

CL: Real Madrid qualify with Ronaldo's brace

CL: Real Madrid qualify with Ronaldo's brace

Rediff.com3 Nov 2011

Cristiano Ronaldo took a leaf out of Lionel Messi's book when he reached a personal landmark and led Real Madrid into the Champions League knockout stages by scoring both goals in a 2-0 win at Olympique Lyon on Wednesday.

Cristiano Ronaldo made ex-girlfriend feel 'ugly, insecure'

Cristiano Ronaldo made ex-girlfriend feel 'ugly, insecure'

Rediff.com9 Mar 2015

Cristiano Ronaldo's former girlfriend Irina Shayk has revealed that she used to feel ugly and insecure with the Real Madrid forward player.

Ferguson reserves high praise for Cristiano Ronaldo

Ferguson reserves high praise for Cristiano Ronaldo

Rediff.com23 Oct 2013

Former Manchester United manager was all praise for Cristiano Ronaldo, in his autobiography published on Tuesday, stating that the Real Madrid super star surpassed all other great players he'd coached.

Champions League PIX: Ronaldo's treble takes Real to semis

Champions League PIX: Ronaldo's treble takes Real to semis

Rediff.com13 Apr 2016

Cristiano Ronaldo's fifth Champions League hat-trick inspired Real Madrid to a 3-0 comeback victory over VfL Wolfsburg on Tuesday that clinched a place in the semi-finals for a sixth successive season.

Ronaldo hopeful for Brazil

Ronaldo hopeful for Brazil

Rediff.com7 Oct 2004

Ronaldo frightened by media frenzy

Ronaldo frightened by media frenzy

Rediff.com6 Mar 2009

Brazilian striker Ronaldo, injured by a microphone during a media frenzy at the end of his comeback match on Wednesday, described the experience as frightening on Thursday.

Ronaldo denies Chelsea talk

Ronaldo denies Chelsea talk

Rediff.com23 Jan 2004

Real Madrid's Brazilian striker said he has no plans to join the English club.

Is Cristiano Ronaldo dating TV presenter Villalon?

Is Cristiano Ronaldo dating TV presenter Villalon?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

Lucia Villalon Puras, a presenter for Real Madrid Television, is reportedly being rumored to be Cristiano Ronaldo's new girlfriend.

Euro 2016: One of the happiest moments of my career, says Ronaldo

Euro 2016: One of the happiest moments of my career, says Ronaldo

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

Cristiano Ronaldo wept tears of despair then tears of joy as Portugal stunned host France to lift the 2016 Euro Title in Paris. The Portuguese talisman has won everything at club level with Manchester United and Real Madrid. But Ronaldo has now become a true great after leading his country to European glory- Portugal's first major football title. Ronaldo tried to fight through pain due to a knee injury that he had suffered during the match but the knee injury took it's toll on him as Portugal lost their captain, who had to be carried off on a stretcher.

Ronaldo congratulates Klose on equalling his World Cup record

Ronaldo congratulates Klose on equalling his World Cup record

Rediff.com22 Jun 2014

Former Brazil striker Ronaldo congratulated Miroslav Klose after the German equalled his record of 15 World Cup goals on Saturday.

Ronaldo extends Real contract

Ronaldo extends Real contract

Rediff.com2 Mar 2004

Ronaldo has agreed to extend his contract with Real Madrid until 2008, the Spanish club announced on Tuesday.

Ronaldo highest scorer at WC

Ronaldo highest scorer at WC

Rediff.com28 Jun 2006

Brazil's Ronaldo broke Gerd Mueller's record for the highest number of goals in the World Cup.

French TV show claims Real Madrid star Ronaldo is gay

French TV show claims Real Madrid star Ronaldo is gay

Rediff.com5 Dec 2015

Several media houses have sensationalised Cristiano Ronaldo's 'bromance' with Moroccan kickboxer Badr Hari.

Ronaldo eyes Pele's record

Ronaldo eyes Pele's record

Rediff.com2 Sep 2003

Ronaldo has scored 46 goals in 70 full internationals and needs exactly 50 more to beat Pele's total of 95.

Ballon d'or award win spoiled by tax fraud allegations: Ronaldo

Ballon d'or award win spoiled by tax fraud allegations: Ronaldo

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

Real Madrid star striker Cristiano Ronaldo, who defeated Barcelona star Lionel Messi to clinch the Ballon d'or award for the fourth time, has said the victory celebrations have been tarnished by allegations of tax fraud. Ronaldo, who lifted the coveted award after inspiring Zinedine Zidane's side to the Champions League glory and Portugal to the European Championship 2016 trophy, said the allegations have been hard to bear for himself and his loved ones and also "partly spoiled the pleasure" of winning the coveted award.

Find out why Cristiano Ronaldo wants to leave Real Madrid

Find out why Cristiano Ronaldo wants to leave Real Madrid

Rediff.com31 May 2015

Portugal footballer Cristiano Ronaldo could leave Real Madrid this summer, after reportedly being miffed over club president Florentino Perez's growing closeness with teammate Gareth Bale.

Who will win Ballon d'Or? Ronaldo or Messi?

Who will win Ballon d'Or? Ronaldo or Messi?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2016

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi will resume their perennial battle to be crowned the world's best footballer after they headed the shortlist of 30 players for the 2016 Ballon d'Or announced on Monday.

Ronaldo not for sale: Man United

Ronaldo not for sale: Man United

Rediff.com20 Jun 2008

Manchester United said on Friday that Cristiano Ronaldo is "not for sale" despite the Portuguese winger's comments saying he wants to join Real Madrid. The 23-year-old told reporters after Portugal's 3-2 Euro 2008 quarter-final defeat by Germany on Thursday that "the possibilities [of going to Real] are big but it doesn't depend on me".