News for 'World Cup last-16'

I want more goals says Mueller after double strike

I want more goals says Mueller after double strike

Rediff.com28 Jun 2010

Germany striker Thomas Mueller said he was just getting warmed up after dashing England's hopes with a double strike in their 4-1 World Cup last 16 win on Sunday.

Morocco's Hakimi ready to pip birth nation Spain

Morocco's Hakimi ready to pip birth nation Spain

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

The flying wingback is one of the key players in the north African outfit whose last-16 match in the Qatar World Cup against Spain, at the Education City Stadium in Al Rayyan, gives them a chance to reach the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time.

PIX: Australia in party mode; Tunisians enjoy historic win

PIX: Australia in party mode; Tunisians enjoy historic win

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

A picture of a Socceroos fan holding up a sign saying, "Give us a public holiday", was widely shared on social media.

PHOTOS: Messi magic sends Argentina through to last 16

PHOTOS: Messi magic sends Argentina through to last 16

Rediff.com22 Jun 2014

Lionel Messi's magical left-foot produced another inspirational goal as Argentina managed 1-0 win over gritty Iran in a Group F game of the World Cup in Belo Horizonte, on Saturday.

Youngest vs oldest: Scaloni ready to take on Van Gaal

Youngest vs oldest: Scaloni ready to take on Van Gaal

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

Scaloni has helped get one over the Dutch Master at least once before when he was at Deportivo, who pipped Van Gaal's Barcelona to the 1999-2000 La Liga title.

FIFA WC: Poland knows its do or die against Saudi

FIFA WC: Poland knows its do or die against Saudi

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

"We're adding zero points to our account ahead of the third match, which will definitely be lost," goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny had said on the eve of the Mexico game.

FIFA WC: Costa Rica out to down German giants

FIFA WC: Costa Rica out to down German giants

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

"We need to be emotionally strong and break our backs in this match. Of course, if Germany is knocked out, it would be a major thing and we would be proud to be responsible for that."

FIFA opens disciplinary proceedings against Uruguay

FIFA opens disciplinary proceedings against Uruguay

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

FIFA also opened proceedings against the Uruguayan Football Association (AUF) over potential breaches of fair play rules.

Ruiz takes Costa Rica past Italy and into last 16; England exit

Ruiz takes Costa Rica past Italy and into last 16; England exit

Rediff.com20 Jun 2014

Costa Rica made it to the last 16 of the World Cup with a 1-0 victory over four-times winners Italy in their Group D clash on Friday. Captain Bryan Ruiz headed the team to victory with a 44th-minute goal.

Harry the oracle otter predicts Spain victory over Russia

Harry the oracle otter predicts Spain victory over Russia

Rediff.com30 Jun 2018

Spain will beat Russia in Sunday's World Cup last 16 match in Moscow -- at least if you believe Harry, the so-called 'oracle' otter in Sochi who has so far correctly forecast the hosts' two victories and one defeat at the tournament.

Spain captain Busquets calls it a day

Spain captain Busquets calls it a day

Rediff.com17 Dec 2022

Busquets made 143 appearances for the national team after making his debut in 2009 in a 2-1 win away to Turkey, with only Sergio Ramos and Iker Casillas having played more games.

Euro PIX: France knock out Portugal on penalties; reach semis

Euro PIX: France knock out Portugal on penalties; reach semis

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

Images from the Euro 2024 quarter-final between Portugal and France, at Hamburg Volksparkstadion, Germany, on Friday.

PHOTOS: The joy of watching Brazil in full flow

PHOTOS: The joy of watching Brazil in full flow

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

Brazil spread the ball beautifully with a plethora of one-touch passing combinations that cornered the South Koreans who had no plan to defend against so much talent.

PIX: Djokovic storms into last 16; Ostapenko ousted

PIX: Djokovic storms into last 16; Ostapenko ousted

Rediff.com4 Oct 2020

IMAGES from Day 7 of the French Open, at Roland Garros, on Saturday.

What Argentina must do to keep Messi's dream alive

What Argentina must do to keep Messi's dream alive

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

Argentina and Australia have only two full days to rest, a factor Argentine manager Lionel Scaloni called 'madness'.

Was Ronaldo Wrongly Denied A Goal?

Was Ronaldo Wrongly Denied A Goal?

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Fernandes himself stated that Portugal's first goal in the 54th minute may have been scored by Ronaldo.

Why Liverpool may pull out of League Cup

Why Liverpool may pull out of League Cup

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

Liverpool beat Arsenal at Anfield in a penalty shootout on Wednesday after their last-16 tie ended 5-5 in regulation.

Messi, Scaloni expect hard fight with old foes Netherlands

Messi, Scaloni expect hard fight with old foes Netherlands

Rediff.com4 Dec 2022

Argentina captain Lionel Messi and coach Lionel Scaloni predicted a tough but beautiful encounter with the Netherlands when the sides meet in Friday's World Cup quarter-final.

Here's why France filed complaint to FIFA

Here's why France filed complaint to FIFA

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

The FFF did not specify whether the complaint was over the goal itself or the fact it was ruled out after the final whistle.

Wales heading for exit door, but live in hope against England

Wales heading for exit door, but live in hope against England

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Wales will just want to land a blow on their old rivals, snap a run of six consecutive defeats against them and claim a first win over England since 1984.

FIFA WC: Which teams have qualified for knockouts?

FIFA WC: Which teams have qualified for knockouts?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

Brazil are pre-tournament favourites to win a record-extending sixth title.

Mbappe continues to recover following nose injury

Mbappe continues to recover following nose injury

Rediff.com23 Jun 2024

France forward Kylian Mbappe is continuing to recover from his broken nose even though it is not yet sure whether he will play on Tuesday in his side's last group game

Bayern captain Lahm to retire at end of season

Bayern captain Lahm to retire at end of season

Rediff.com8 Feb 2017

Lahm, a defensive midfielder, is among Germany's most successful players of all time, having won almost every trophy with club and country, including seven Bundesliga titles, the Champions League and the World Cup.

Messi's Argentina seek rapid redemption against Mexico

Messi's Argentina seek rapid redemption against Mexico

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

The Argentines suffered one of the biggest shocks in World Cup history

Unbeaten Argentina going unafraid into FIFA WC

Unbeaten Argentina going unafraid into FIFA WC

Rediff.com22 Oct 2022

Argentina began their 2018 World Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Iceland -- a game in which Messi missed a penalty -- and finished second in their group before being knocked out by eventual winners France in the last 16.

Spain coach Enrique sacked; De la Fuente takes over

Spain coach Enrique sacked; De la Fuente takes over

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

Luis Enrique was sacked as Spain's coach on Thursday after the team's elimination in the last 16 at the World Cup.

FIH Rankings: Indian men's hockey team jump two places

FIH Rankings: Indian men's hockey team jump two places

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

The Indian men's hockey team climbed two places in the latest FIH rankings following back-to-back wins in the Pro League matches.

FIFA: Saudi captain Al-Faraj out of WC with injury

FIFA: Saudi captain Al-Faraj out of WC with injury

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

Saudi Arabia need to beat Mexico in the last match in the group on Wednesday to ensure qualification for the last 16, regardless of the outcome of the match between Poland and Argentina.

Hernandez inspires Mexico into last 16 with Croatia win

Hernandez inspires Mexico into last 16 with Croatia win

Rediff.com24 Jun 2014

Javier Hernandez came off the bench to help Mexico reach the last 16 of the World Cup as their watertight defense and swift counter attacks gave them a 3-1 win against Croatia on Monday to emerge from Group A as runners-up behind Brazil.

It's friendship on the sidelines for Mbappe and Hakimi

It's friendship on the sidelines for Mbappe and Hakimi

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

With Mbappe on the left flank of France's attack, he will cross paths with right-back Hakimi, the player he took under his wing when the Moroccan joined PSG from Inter Milan in 2021.

Euro 24: Portugal beat Turkey, finish as group winners

Euro 24: Portugal beat Turkey, finish as group winners

Rediff.com23 Jun 2024

A defensive mix-up doubled their lead when Bayindir wandered out of his goal to collect a misplaced pass towards Ronaldo, only to watch Akaydin's backpass roll past him in slow motion.

Ghana's WC penalty nightmare rekindles once again

Ghana's WC penalty nightmare rekindles once again

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

Ghana had always been expected to struggle at this World Cup after an unconvincing qualifying campaign in which a Nigerian goalkeeping howler saw them win a fortunate place in Qatar.

PIX: Messi keeps dream alive with magic strike

PIX: Messi keeps dream alive with magic strike

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

Lionel Messi kept his dream of winning his first World Cup alive by rifling in the opening goal in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Mexico in World Cup Group C, proving he was far from done in the tournament.

FIFA WC Preview: Messi's Argentina expected to roll over Saudis

FIFA WC Preview: Messi's Argentina expected to roll over Saudis

Rediff.com20 Nov 2022

Argentina are on a 36-match unbeaten run with top scorer and captain Messi playing his fifth and last World Cup in search of the elusive honour

Morocco gearing up for another 'final' against Spain

Morocco gearing up for another 'final' against Spain

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

'I will tell the players to enjoy themselves, as millions in Morocco will be watching'

Already-qualified France will not take Tunisia lightly

Already-qualified France will not take Tunisia lightly

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

France will look to keep their World Cup momentum going when they face Tunisia even though they have qualified for the knock-out stages, and coach Didier Deschamps will make changes for the game on Wednesday.

After the tears, South Korea turn eyes to Portugal

After the tears, South Korea turn eyes to Portugal

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

South Korea have only one point after drawing their opening game against Uruguay and must beat Portugal to have any chance of progressing.

Messi, Valdes miss Cup game through illness

Messi, Valdes miss Cup game through illness

Rediff.com4 Jan 2012

Barcelona forward Lionel Messi and goalkeeper Victor Valdes are unavailable for the King's Cup last-16 first leg at home to Osasuna on Wednesday because of flu and fever, the La Liga club said on their website (www.fcbarcelona.es).

FIFA WC PIX: Argentina trump Mexico in must-win game

FIFA WC PIX: Argentina trump Mexico in must-win game

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

The stadium erupted in cheers once more with Fernandez's late strike which sealed Argentina's first win in the tournament and rekindled Messi's hopes of a first-ever World Cup title.

Sweden's Musovic steals spotlight; Rapinoe's tearful exit

Sweden's Musovic steals spotlight; Rapinoe's tearful exit

Rediff.com6 Aug 2023

Sweden goalkeeper Zecira Musovic emerged as the hero as her team beat the United States 5-4 on penalties