News for 'Zlatan Ibrahimovic'

Ibrahimovic tightlipped on future

Ibrahimovic tightlipped on future

Rediff.com27 May 2016

Ibrahimovic said he had received offers from the Premier League, Italy and outside Europe but gave no more details.

French Cup: Ibrahimovic sends PSG into final

French Cup: Ibrahimovic sends PSG into final

Rediff.com20 Apr 2016

Zlatan Ibrahimovic's second-half strike earned Paris St Germain a spot in the French Cup final as the holders beat Lorient 1-0 away on Tuesday.

Ibrahimovic to join Manchester United

Ibrahimovic to join Manchester United

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

Swedish striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic said on Thursday he was joining Manchester United, the highest-profile signing to date by new manager Jose Mourinho. "Time to let the world know. My next destination is @ManUtd," Ibrahimovic said on Twitter.

Ibrahimovic apologises to United fans for Arsenal suspension

Ibrahimovic apologises to United fans for Arsenal suspension

Rediff.com8 Nov 2016

Manchester United's Zlatan Ibrahimovic has apologised to fans after picking up his fifth yellow card of the season against SwanseaCity in the Premier League on Sunday, which rules him out of their next game against Arsenal.

'Benjamin Button' Ibrahimovic ready to make his mark in US

'Benjamin Button' Ibrahimovic ready to make his mark in US

Rediff.com31 Mar 2018

The Swedish striker, who has amassed an Aladdin's cave of silverware that includes 11 league titles in four European countries, is LA Galaxy's biggest foreign acquisition since David Beckham in 2007.

Euro 2016: Zlatan and Sweden on the brink

Euro 2016: Zlatan and Sweden on the brink

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

Zlatan Ibrahimovic, whose rare talent burst into the limelight with a splendid goal against Italy at Euro 2004, was a shadow of his brilliant best when Sweden lost 1-0 to the same opponents on Friday. Sweden's 34-year-old captain again looked his age after a subdued display in an opening 1-1 draw with Ireland and an early Euro 2016 exit looms for a side with one point from two games before facing Belgium in their final Group E match next week. The tall and powerful striker, who left the pitch without saluting the crowd and did not stop to talk to anyone, has failed to produce a shot on target so far in the tournament.

Dear Los Angeles, you're welcome: Ibrahimovic

Dear Los Angeles, you're welcome: Ibrahimovic

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

Zlatan Ibrahimovic says he is ready to win silverware with Los Angeles Galaxy after a full-page advert in Friday's LA Times confirmed his move to the MLS club from Manchester United.

Ibrahimovic will sign for Manchester United - Sky sources

Ibrahimovic will sign for Manchester United - Sky sources

Rediff.com4 Jun 2016

Manchester United will swoop for Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic on a free transfer as new manager Jose Mourinho's first marquee signing at Old Trafford, Sky Sports has reported.

Will Ibrahimovic extend his contract at Manchester United?

Will Ibrahimovic extend his contract at Manchester United?

Rediff.com29 Mar 2017

Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic is relishing his time at the Premier League club and is in talks to extend his contract, saying he "never leaves a job unfinished".

Ibrahimovic signs new 12m pound PSG deal, ends Man City's hopes

Ibrahimovic signs new 12m pound PSG deal, ends Man City's hopes

Rediff.com20 Sep 2013

French club Paris Saint-Germain's star striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has signed a new 12 million-pound contract at the club.

Ibrahimovic moves to Inter

Ibrahimovic moves to Inter

Rediff.com10 Aug 2006

Zlatan Ibrahimovic moved from Juventus to Italian rivals Inter Milan for $31.95 million.

Ibrahimovic rumours don't bother Sweden, we're used to it: Hamren

Ibrahimovic rumours don't bother Sweden, we're used to it: Hamren

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

Speculation surrounding Zlatan Ibrahimovic's future is not affecting Sweden's Euro 2016 campaign, coach Erik Hamren has said.

'Just enjoy. No pressure, because I'm not there', Zlatan tells Swedes

'Just enjoy. No pressure, because I'm not there', Zlatan tells Swedes

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

Sweden's former striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic said that they should simply enjoy themselves at the World Cup because without him in the team there is no expectation.

Euro qualifiers: Zlatan strikes again as Sweden head for playoffs

Euro qualifiers: Zlatan strikes again as Sweden head for playoffs

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored his eighth goal in eight Euro 2016 qualifiers as Sweden beat Moldova 2-0 in Stockholm.

Bolt, Djokovic, Figo, Pogba Party At Final

Bolt, Djokovic, Figo, Pogba Party At Final

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

Usain Bolt, once the fastest man on the planet, partied with 21-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic at the FIFA World Cup final on Sunday.

I've put Sweden and France football on world map: Ibrahimovic

I've put Sweden and France football on world map: Ibrahimovic

Rediff.com12 Nov 2015

With two days to go before his country meet Denmark in the first leg of their Euro 2016 playoff at the Friends Arena, Ibrahimovic also hinted that the two games against Sweden's Scandinavian rivals could be his last for the national team.

Euro 2016: Italy's clockwork defence wary of Ibrahimovic

Euro 2016: Italy's clockwork defence wary of Ibrahimovic

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon denied that Friday's Euro 2016 opponents Sweden are a one-man team but says they are wary of "superstar" forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Buffon shone alongside defenders Andrea Barzagli, Giorgio Chiellini and Leonardo Bonucci as Italy beat Belgium 2-0 in their Group E opener, but the quartet now face the ominous prospect of subduing Ibrahimovic in Toulouse.

Ibrahimovic vows to be clinical after Liverpool miss

Ibrahimovic vows to be clinical after Liverpool miss

Rediff.com18 Oct 2016

Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has vowed to be more clinical in front of goal after miscuing a header in Monday's goalless draw at Liverpool. Ibrahimovic, who has struck four Premier League goals this season, combined with Paul Pogba for United's best moment at Anfield, only for the Swede's close-range header from the Frenchman's cross to bumble harmlessly across goal. "I needed to chase the ball instead of attacking the ball, but still I should have put it at least on the target. But the next game, I will do better," Ibrahimovic told reporters.

Mourinho waxes eloquent about 'humble, friendly' Ibrahimovic

Mourinho waxes eloquent about 'humble, friendly' Ibrahimovic

Rediff.com30 Jul 2016

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is playing a pivotal role in creating a friendly atmosphere in the Manchester United dressing room, manager Jose Mourinho has said, adding that the striker should not restrict his role in the squad to goalscorer.

Ibrahimovic says Rooney is 'perfect partner'

Ibrahimovic says Rooney is 'perfect partner'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

Zlatan Ibrahimovic says he is excited by the prospect of playing alongside Wayne Rooney at Manchester United and described his new team mate as the "perfect partner for a striker".

Ibrahimovic again fails to shine in City of Light

Ibrahimovic again fails to shine in City of Light

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

In the city where they are accustomed to savouring his magic, Zlatan Ibrahimovic once again failed to live up to his own exalted billing for Sweden as he went missing in their fortuitous 1-1 draw with Ireland.

Will Sweden find another Ibrahimovic? No says coach

Will Sweden find another Ibrahimovic? No says coach

Rediff.com23 Jun 2016

Zlatan Ibrahimovic played his last game for Sweden when they were knocked out of Euro 2016 on Wednesday and his coach said the country was unlikely to find another player like him.

Ibrahimovic to retire from international football after Euro 2016

Ibrahimovic to retire from international football after Euro 2016

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic said on Tuesday that he would retire from international football at the end of Euro 2016.

Ibrahimovic gets four-game ban for rant

Ibrahimovic gets four-game ban for rant

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

Paris St Germain striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been handed a four-game suspension for insulting match officials, the French League said on Thursday.

'Ibrahimovic born for Manchester derby'

'Ibrahimovic born for Manchester derby'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2016

If ever a fixture was made for striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic it is Saturday's Manchester derby at Old Trafford, according to his former Barcelona team mate Thierry Henry.

Two-match ban confirmed for Juve's Ibrahimovic

Two-match ban confirmed for Juve's Ibrahimovic

Rediff.com29 Apr 2005

Juventus striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic will miss his club's title showdown with AC Milan next month.

Milan's Ibrahimovic banned for three games

Milan's Ibrahimovic banned for three games

Rediff.com11 Apr 2011

AC Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been banned for three games for swearing at a linesman, Serie A said on Monday, as it handed down a second hefty suspension on the Swede in two appearances.

Ibrahimovic bids farewell to PSG with French Cup win

Ibrahimovic bids farewell to PSG with French Cup win

Rediff.com22 May 2016

Zlatan Ibrahimovic bid farewell to Paris St Germain in style by scoring twice and setting up another as the French champions completed a second successive domestic treble by beating Olympique de Marseille 4-2 in the French Cup final on Saturday.

Ibrahimovic statue vandalised again

Ibrahimovic statue vandalised again

Rediff.com5 Jan 2020

The nose of the statue was cut off in a pre-Christmas attack but the vandalism this weekend was the most severe yet.

Some whistled, but it's normal: Ibrahimovic

Some whistled, but it's normal: Ibrahimovic

Rediff.com17 Sep 2009

Zlatan Ibrahimovic ignored the predictable boos on his first return to Inter Milan on Wednesday without answering the sceptics who still doubt his ability to finally make a mark in Europe.

Football Briefs: Zlatan rules out playing in World Cup

Football Briefs: Zlatan rules out playing in World Cup

Rediff.com26 Apr 2018

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'Lion' Ibrahimovic takes on critics after League Cup heroics

'Lion' Ibrahimovic takes on critics after League Cup heroics

Rediff.com28 Feb 2017

'I'm from the old school where they work hard and get what they get from doing the hard work, not like the new school where it is easy to get what you want'

Ibrahimovic gets ban, Schalke's Drogba protest dismissed

Ibrahimovic gets ban, Schalke's Drogba protest dismissed

Rediff.com28 Feb 2013

Paris St Germain striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic was suspended for two games by UEFA on Wednesday for his sending off in the Champions League last 16 first leg match with Valencia, the governing body said.

Ibrahimovic opens Barcelona account

Ibrahimovic opens Barcelona account

Rediff.com1 Sep 2009

Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored with an acrobatic header on his La Liga debut to seal Barcelona's 3-0 win over Sporting Gijon as they opened their title defence in style on Monday.

Ibrahimovic hails Brazilian Ronaldo as the best player ever

Ibrahimovic hails Brazilian Ronaldo as the best player ever

Rediff.com14 Nov 2016

Describing Cristiano Ronaldo as a `phenomenal` player, Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic revealed that he was in awe of the Real Madrid star as a youngster and wanted to be exactly like him in his career. "As a young player I watched him and said to myself 'I want to be exactly like that'. the player who makes the difference, the shining light, simple as that," the United player was quoted as saying by goal.com.

CLeague: Ibrahimovic, Robinho help Milan rout Arsenal

CLeague: Ibrahimovic, Robinho help Milan rout Arsenal

Rediff.com16 Feb 2012

Zlatan Ibrahimovic inspired AC Milan to a 4-0 demolition of Arsenal in the Champions League on Wednesday, although the sorry performance of the visitors had as much to do with the scoreline as the volatile Swede's brilliance.

Ibrahimovic is not a happy man. Find out why...

Ibrahimovic is not a happy man. Find out why...

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Nothing usually fazes an ice cool Zlatan Ibrahimovic but the Sweden striker was taken aback when he failed to score a penalty during Paris St Germain's 2-2 draw with Manchester City in their Champions League quarter-final first leg on Wednesday.

Zlatan gives Mourinho first trophy at Manchester United

Zlatan gives Mourinho first trophy at Manchester United

Rediff.com7 Aug 2016

Zlatan Ibrahimovic's winner ensured that Jose Mourinho's reign at Manchester United got off to a winning start as the FA Cup holders beat champions Leicester City 2-1 in England's Community Shield season curtain-raiser at Wembley on Sunday. Ibrahimovic leapt above Leicester captain Wes Morgan in the 83rd minute to head Antonio Valencia's cross beyond Kasper Schmeichel, marking his official debut with a decisive contribution.

Ibrahimovic and Eto'o complete Inter-Barca swap

Ibrahimovic and Eto'o complete Inter-Barca swap

Rediff.com28 Jul 2009

Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic moved to Barcelona from Inter Milan and Cameroon's Samuel Eto'o went the other way on Monday in a swap deal worth more than 66 million euros ($94.14 million). With Eto'o being valued at 20 million euros, Barcelona announced they were paying a separate 46 million euro fee and loaning Belarus midfielder Aleksandr Hleb to Inter for the season.

Euro: Belgium's late strike sends them through as Ibrahimovic bows out

Euro: Belgium's late strike sends them through as Ibrahimovic bows out

Rediff.com23 Jun 2016

Belgium went through to the last-16 at Euro 2016 on Wednesday when Radja Nainggolan's late strike gave them a 1-0 win over Sweden, who were knocked out after scoring only once in three games.