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Leeds United beat Burnley, boost Premier League survival hopes

Leeds United beat Burnley, boost Premier League survival hopes

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Leeds United climbed to 14th in the Premier League standings after a 3-1 victory over Burnley, easing their relegation concerns. Goals from Anton Stach, Noah Okafor, and Dominic Calvert-Lewin secured the win, while Loum Tchaouna scored a consolation goal for Burnley.

EPL: Arsenal edge Burnley in nervy win to close in on title

EPL: Arsenal edge Burnley in nervy win to close in on title

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Kai Havertz's first-half header earned Arsenal a tense 1-0 win over Burnley, moving Mikel Arteta's side within touching distance of their first Premier League title in 22 years.

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.

EPL PIX: Manchester United continue resurgence with thrilling win over Forest

EPL PIX: Manchester United continue resurgence with thrilling win over Forest

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Manchester United defeated Nottingham Forest 3-2 at Old Trafford as Bruno Fernandes equalled the Premier League assist record and Michael Carrick moved closer to securing the manager's job permanently.

Leeds United stun Manchester United

Leeds United stun Manchester United

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Noah Okafor scored twice as Leeds United secured a 2-1 away win against Manchester United, who had Lisandro Martinez sent off.

EPL PIX: Arsenal smash Fulham, go 6 points clear

EPL PIX: Arsenal smash Fulham, go 6 points clear

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Arsenal moved to the top of the Premier League with a comfortable 3-0 win over Fulham on Saturday, extending their lead in the title race.

Osasuna dent Real Madrid's LaLiga title hopes

Osasuna dent Real Madrid's LaLiga title hopes

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Osasuna defeated Real Madrid 2-1 in a LaLiga match, with goals from Ante Budimir and Raul Garcia del Haro. The loss gives Barcelona a chance to overtake Real Madrid in the title race.

Eight-minute VAR check at Bournemouth is new English record

Eight-minute VAR check at Bournemouth is new English record

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

The first weekend of semi-automated off-side decisions in English soccer descended into confusion on Saturday as Bournemouth had a goal ruled out after a record eight-minute VAR check.

Atletico Madrid survive Barcelona scare to reach Champions League semis

Atletico Madrid survive Barcelona scare to reach Champions League semis

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Atletico Madrid reached their first Champions League semi-final in nine years, narrowly defeating Barcelona 3-2 on aggregate despite a 2-1 home defeat.

Champions League QF: Atletico Madrid stun 10-man Barcelona

Champions League QF: Atletico Madrid stun 10-man Barcelona

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Atletico Madrid secured a 2-0 victory over Barcelona in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final, boosted by a red card for Barcelona's Pau Cubarsi and goals from Julian Alvarez and Alexander Sorloth.

Barcelona edge closer to title but Yamal limps off

Barcelona edge closer to title but Yamal limps off

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Barcelona defeated Celta Vigo 1-0 in LaLiga, but the victory was overshadowed by an injury to Lamine Yamal.

Nottingham Forest rout Sunderland, go eight points clear of relegation zone

Nottingham Forest rout Sunderland, go eight points clear of relegation zone

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Nottingham Forest significantly improved their chances of avoiding relegation from the Premier League with a dominant 5-0 victory over Sunderland. The win moves them eight points clear of the relegation zone, increasing pressure on their rivals.

Morocco declared Africa Cup of Nations champions after Senegal stripped of title

Morocco declared Africa Cup of Nations champions after Senegal stripped of title

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Morocco were declared Africa Cup of Nations champions and Senegal were stripped of the title after an appeal over the result of the final was upheld by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Tuesday.

EPL: Welbeck strikes twice as Brighton hand Liverpool season's 10th defeat

EPL: Welbeck strikes twice as Brighton hand Liverpool season's 10th defeat

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Danny Welbeck scored a goal in each half as Brighton & Hove Albion put a dent in Liverpool's Champions League qualification hopes with a deserved 2-1 Premier League victory at the Amex Stadium on Saturday.

EPL: Spurs escape relegation zone, Man United stun Liverpool

EPL: Spurs escape relegation zone, Man United stun Liverpool

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Manchester United secured a dramatic 3-2 Premier League victory over Liverpool, clinching their return to the Champions League after a two-year absence, thanks to a late goal from Kobbie Mainoo.

EPL: Liverpool close in on Champions League but Mo Salah limps off injured

EPL: Liverpool close in on Champions League but Mo Salah limps off injured

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Liverpool edged closer to Champions League qualification with a 3-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Anfield on Saturday, but the result came with a sour note as Mohamed Salah went off with a suspected hamstring injury.

Semenyo strikes as Man City take League Cup control

Semenyo strikes as Man City take League Cup control

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Manchester City's Antoine Semenyo made it two goals from two games for his new club and Rayan Cherki struck in stoppage time as Pep Guardiola's side beat holders Newcastle United 2-0 away in the first leg of their League Cup semi-final on Tuesday.

Senegal to appeal after CAF strips AFCON title, allege corruption

Senegal to appeal after CAF strips AFCON title, allege corruption

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Senegal has called for an international probe into Confederation of African Football after being stripped of the 2025 AFCON title, which was awarded to Morocco.

EPL: City crush Chelsea; Tottenham's relegation fears grow

EPL: City crush Chelsea; Tottenham's relegation fears grow

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Manchester City scored three goals in 17 second-half minutes and move within six points of league leaders Arsenal.

Champions League QF: Havertz's Late Goal Gives Arsenal First Leg Win Over Sporting

Champions League QF: Havertz's Late Goal Gives Arsenal First Leg Win Over Sporting

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Kai Havertz scored a late goal to give Arsenal a 1-0 victory over Sporting in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie.

Women's Asian Cup: Japan pound hapless India

Women's Asian Cup: Japan pound hapless India

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Japan thrash India 11-0 at Women's Asian Cup, Taiwan hold off Vietnam

LaLiga: Barcelona ease past Sevilla, maintain lead at top

LaLiga: Barcelona ease past Sevilla, maintain lead at top

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Raphinha hat-trick fires Barcelona past Sevilla at top

Soccer: Inter held by Atalanta; 9-man Bayern drop points

Soccer: Inter held by Atalanta; 9-man Bayern drop points

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

A summary of results from football leagues across Europe.

India Out of AFC Women's Asian Cup After Loss to Chinese Taipei

India Out of AFC Women's Asian Cup After Loss to Chinese Taipei

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

India's campaign in the AFC Women's Asian Cup ended with a 3-1 defeat to Chinese Taipei, highlighting their inability to convert chances despite dominating the game.

Champions League: Bodo/Glimt stun Inter Milan; Newcastle rout Qarabag

Champions League: Bodo/Glimt stun Inter Milan; Newcastle rout Qarabag

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Bodo/Glimt secured an upset 3-1 victory over Serie A leaders Inter Milan in the first leg of their Champions League playoff on Wednesday.

La Liga Title Race: Barcelona Extends Lead, Real Madrid Suffers Setback

La Liga Title Race: Barcelona Extends Lead, Real Madrid Suffers Setback

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Barcelona defeated Atletico Madrid, extending their lead in La Liga after Real Madrid's loss to Mallorca. Key goals from Lewandowski and Rashford secured Barcelona's victory, while Muriqi's late goal sealed Mallorca's win against Real.

Champions League: Vinicius Jr's double helps Real Madrid down Manchester City

Champions League: Vinicius Jr's double helps Real Madrid down Manchester City

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr scored twice as the Spanish side eased into the Champions League quarterfinals on Tuesday, beating 10-man Manchester City 2-1.

Champions League: Arsenal storm into quarters; PSG crush Chelsea, Sporting sink Bodo/Glimt

Champions League: Arsenal storm into quarters; PSG crush Chelsea, Sporting sink Bodo/Glimt

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Arsenal's Eberechi Eze opened his Champions League account with a stunning goal as his team outclassed Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen 2-0 at home to reach the quarter-finals with a 3-1 aggregate victory.

Champions League: Valverde hat-trick leaves City on the brink

Champions League: Valverde hat-trick leaves City on the brink

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Federico Valverde scores a hat-trick as Real Madrid defeats Manchester City 3-0 in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie.

EPL: Manchester City go second; Liverpool whip West Ham

EPL: Manchester City go second; Liverpool whip West Ham

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Liverpool secured a dominant win over West Ham, while other Premier League matches saw Brentford edge Burnley in a seven-goal thriller and Everton secure a late victory against Newcastle.

PIX: City edge Liverpool, keep EPL title race alive

PIX: City edge Liverpool, keep EPL title race alive

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Man City snatch chaotic 2-1 win at Liverpool to stay on Arsenal's heels

Barcelona, Liverpool, waltz into Champions League quarters

Barcelona, Liverpool, waltz into Champions League quarters

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

FC Barcelona hammered Newcastle United F.C. 7-2 to reach the Champions League quarter-finals, while Liverpool F.C., Bayern Munich and Atltico Madrid also advanced.

EPL: Arsenal earn crucial win over Chelsea; Man United jump to 3rd spot

EPL: Arsenal earn crucial win over Chelsea; Man United jump to 3rd spot

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Arsenal maintained control of the Premier League title race as they chiselled out a nervy 2-1 win over London rivals Chelsea to open up a five-point lead at the top of the table on Sunday.

EPL: Wolves Stun Liverpool as Everton, Sunderland Claim Key Wins

EPL: Wolves Stun Liverpool as Everton, Sunderland Claim Key Wins

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Wolverhampton Wanderers stun Liverpool 2-1 with a 94th-minute winner to revive survival hopes and dent the Reds' top-five push, while Everton and Sunderland claim crucial Premier League victories.

Belgium stunned by Slovakia after VAR decisions

Belgium stunned by Slovakia after VAR decisions

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Belgium came close again when a goalmouth scramble ended with substitute Johan Bakayoko shooting for what seemed a certain goal, only for Slovakia defender David Hancko to clear the ball off the line.

Liverpool down Wolves to reach FA Cup quarters; Spurs lose in EPL

Liverpool down Wolves to reach FA Cup quarters; Spurs lose in EPL

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Andy Robertson scored once and set up Mohamed Salah as Liverpool beat Wolves 3-1 at Molineux to reach the FA Cup quarter-finals, while Tottenham Hotspur's Premier League woes deepened after a 3-1 home defeat to Crystal Palace, extending their winless run to 11 matches.

Vinicius Jr scores as Real Madrid sink Benfica to reach Champions League last 16

Vinicius Jr scores as Real Madrid sink Benfica to reach Champions League last 16

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Real Madrid overcame an early deficit to defeat Benfica 2-1, securing a 3-1 aggregate victory and a place in the Champions League last 16.

Champions League play-offs: PSG fight back to beat Monaco

Champions League play-offs: PSG fight back to beat Monaco

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Paris St Germain overcame a two-goal deficit and a horror start to beat 10-man Monaco 3-2 in the first leg of their Champions League knockout round playoff tie.

PIX: Kosovo stun Slovakia, one win from World Cup dream

PIX: Kosovo stun Slovakia, one win from World Cup dream

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Kosovo, Italy, Czech Republic, and Bosnia and Herzegovina have advanced to the World Cup playoff finals after securing victories in their respective semi-final matches. Thrilling encounters saw underdog triumphs and penalty shootout drama.

India Women's Team Crushed by Japan in AFC Asian Cup Clash

India Women's Team Crushed by Japan in AFC Asian Cup Clash

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

India's women's football team suffered a heavy 0-11 defeat against Japan in their second group match of the AFC Women's Asian Cup. Despite the loss, India still has a chance to qualify for the quarter-finals if they beat Chinese Taipei in their final group match.