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Ind vs Pak: Rain breaks proved to be the turning point

Ind vs Pak: Rain breaks proved to be the turning point

Rediff.com16 Jun 2013

The Group B encounter between India and Pakistan at Edgbaston saw quite a few rain breaks, which eventually resulted in the match being a reduced affair.

Sunderland boss in talks over England manager's job

Sunderland boss in talks over England manager's job

Rediff.com14 Jul 2016

Sunderland have given permission to the Football Association (FA) to speak to manager Sam Allardyce about the vacant England post, the Premier League club said on Wednesday.

Best PHOTOS from the week gone by

Best PHOTOS from the week gone by

Rediff.com8 Oct 2018

Here are 10 images recapping the top events from the previous week.

Euro 2016: This is what Ronaldo told Bale after the semis...

Euro 2016: This is what Ronaldo told Bale after the semis...

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Cristiano Ronaldo was seen consoling Gareth Bale after the final whistle, and he also congratulated the Welshman.

Afif, Kumagai named Asian footballers of the year

Afif, Kumagai named Asian footballers of the year

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

Qatar's Akram Afif has been named Asian Player of the Year at the Asian Football Confederation's annual awards in Hong Kong on Monday, with Saki Kumagai from Japan claiming the women's prize.

UK polls: Millions begin casting votes in knife-edged general election

UK polls: Millions begin casting votes in knife-edged general election

Rediff.com7 May 2015

Polling began on Thursday in the United Kingdom in one of the closest general elections seen in decades.

How Cadbury keeps hitting the sweet spot

How Cadbury keeps hitting the sweet spot

Rediff.com15 Jun 2017

The market share of Mondelez, which owns Cadbury, for its premium brands is way ahead of competitors, despite stiff fight in this arena.

Cup hero Fabregas ready to step up for Chelsea

Cup hero Fabregas ready to step up for Chelsea

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

Midfielder Cesc Fabregas insists he can play a key role for Chelsea after scoring an extra-time brace to help the Blues knock Premier League champions Leicester City out of the League Cup on Tuesday. Fabregas has been on the fringes of new manager Antonio Conte's Chelsea side since the start of the season, having made just three league appearances from the bench.

McKenzie named South Africa's batting coach

McKenzie named South Africa's batting coach

Rediff.com17 Feb 2016

South Africa have appointed former player Neil McKenzie as batting coach until the end of next month's World Twenty20 in India. McKenzie, 40, retired as a player last month and has been roped in to help South African batting line-up that has looked fragile recently. He will work with the team in home Twenty20 series against England and Australia, as well as the World Twenty20 that starts on March 8. "It's been something that we have been trying to do for a long time," South Africa head coach Russell Domingo told reporters on Wednesday. "We have explored a few options and finally one guy has committed to us, we are ecstatic that Neil will be joining us. "He will work with us until the end of the World Cup. Things will be assessed from there, it's the end of the cricket season, and we will look at things going forward."

12 oddball photos from around the world

12 oddball photos from around the world

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

The gallery of the strange and weird.

EPL: With three-match ban Tottenham's Alli out for rest of season

EPL: With three-match ban Tottenham's Alli out for rest of season

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

Alli was caught on video deliberately swinging his arm into the stomach of West Bromwich Albion's Claudio Yacob during Monday's 1-1 draw at White Hart Lane

Mighty Terry inspires Chelsea to League Cup glory

Mighty Terry inspires Chelsea to League Cup glory

Rediff.com2 Mar 2015

John Terry embellished his status to Chelsea fans as "captain, leader, legend" by scoring the goal that set his side on the way to a 2-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur in the Capital One Cup final at a rain-sodden Wembley on Sunday.

Theo Walcott and Santi Cazorla sign new Arsenal contracts

Theo Walcott and Santi Cazorla sign new Arsenal contracts

Rediff.com31 Jul 2015

Arsenal forward Theo Walcott and Spanish midfielder Santi Cazorla have signed new contracts with the Gunners, the Premier League club said on Friday.

Klopp warns Guardiola of big difficulties he would face in England

Klopp warns Guardiola of big difficulties he would face in England

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp has warned Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola about the Premier League's packed fixture list, and the weather, if he goes ahead with his plan to join an English club. Guardiola has been strongly linked with a move to Manchester City since the former Barcelona manager confirmed that he was leaving Bayern at the end of the season and was keen to work in England.

'It's important for us to play well against Manchester United'

'It's important for us to play well against Manchester United'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2014

Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini insists he will not change the way his team play despite suffering two defeats in a week and losing playmaker David Silva ahead of Manchester United's visit on Sunday.

Croatia defender Vida apologises for Ukraine comments

Croatia defender Vida apologises for Ukraine comments

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

Croatia defender Domagoj Vida apologised after his team's World Cup semi-final victory over England on Wednesday after speaking out in support of Russia's neighbour and adversary Ukraine.

World Cup updates: Brazil complain to FIFA; Iran's Chesmi ruled out

World Cup updates: Brazil complain to FIFA; Iran's Chesmi ruled out

Rediff.com19 Jun 2018

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has asked FIFA why the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) was not used to review two key decisions they believe hindered their side during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Switzerland.

Football Extras: England footballer charged with sexual assault

Football Extras: England footballer charged with sexual assault

Rediff.com19 Nov 2018

Former England midfielder Paul Gascoigne has been charged with committing sexual assault on board a train, police said on Monday.

Guardiola unimpressed by City's first half showing in Manchester derby

Guardiola unimpressed by City's first half showing in Manchester derby

Rediff.com12 Nov 2018

Sterling's fancy step-overs annoys Man City coach

FIFA bans Blatter, Platini for eight years

FIFA bans Blatter, Platini for eight years

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

Suspended FIFA President Sepp Blatter and European soccer boss Michel Platini were both banned for eight years on Monday by FIFA's Ethics Committee.

EPL: Liverpool's Henderson eyes Mourinho revenge for 2014 loss

EPL: Liverpool's Henderson eyes Mourinho revenge for 2014 loss

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

Victory over Manchester United in Monday's Premier League clash would "put to bed" bitter memories of Liverpool's defeat to Jose Mourinho's Chelsea two years ago, midfielder Jordan Henderson has said.

EPL PIX: City rout Huddersfield; Deeney inspires Watford

EPL PIX: City rout Huddersfield; Deeney inspires Watford

Rediff.com19 Aug 2018

Sergio Aguero netted his 13th hat-trick for Manchester City as the champions made light of the absence of the injured Kevin De Bruyne to thrash Huddersfield Town 6-1 and move joint top of the Premier League.

PHOTOS: Manchester United down City, Chelsea lose to West Ham

PHOTOS: Manchester United down City, Chelsea lose to West Ham

Rediff.com27 Oct 2016

Juan Mata swept home to steer Manchester United into the League Cup quarter-finals with a 1-0 win over holders and bitter local rivals Manchester City on Wednesday as Jose Mourinho got one over old adversary Pep Guardiola.

Wipro to be Chelsea's partner in its digital game plan

Wipro to be Chelsea's partner in its digital game plan

Rediff.com3 Sep 2015

Country's third-largest software services firm Wipro has said it has been chosen as the official digital and IT partner for Chelsea Football Club.

World's biggest aircraft crashes during 2nd test flight in UK

World's biggest aircraft crashes during 2nd test flight in UK

Rediff.com24 Aug 2016

Airlander 10, the 92-metre-long part plane - part helicopter, part airship - was damaged after reportedly hitting a telegraph pole

In photos: UK's race to 10 Downing Street

In photos: UK's race to 10 Downing Street

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

Theresa May's ruling Conservatives have not won outright majority in the UK parliament. Snapshots from Britain's post-Brexit snap general elections.

Look who is backing Allardyce as England boss!

Look who is backing Allardyce as England boss!

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Sam Allardyce is the obvious candidate to replace Roy Hodgson as England manager if the FA decide to go with a home-grown candidate for the job, former Manchester United boss Alex Ferguson has said.

Manchester United is the right kind of club for Mourinho: Ferguson

Manchester United is the right kind of club for Mourinho: Ferguson

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho will be a "massive improvement" on predecessor Louis van Gaal, according to former Old Trafford boss Alex Ferguson.

FIFA panel tells Blatter, Platini why they were banned

FIFA panel tells Blatter, Platini why they were banned

Rediff.com9 Jan 2016

FIFA's ethics panel said on Saturday it has formally given outgoing president Sepp Blatter and European soccer head Michel Platini the reasons for their eight-year bans from the game.

Mkhitaryan joins Mourinho revolution at Manchester United

Mkhitaryan joins Mourinho revolution at Manchester United

Rediff.com2 Jul 2016

Armenia midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan has joined Manchester United from Borussia Dortmund, the German club said on Saturday. The 27-year-old became the Premier League team's third high-profile signing since the appointment of Jose Mourinho as manager in May, following defender Eric Bailly and striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic to Old Trafford.

EPL PHOTOS: Leicester held by City, share top spot with Arsenal

EPL PHOTOS: Leicester held by City, share top spot with Arsenal

Rediff.com30 Dec 2015

LeicesterCity went level on points with Premier League leaders Arsenal after drawing 0-0 with title rivals ManchesterCity at the King Power Stadium on Tuesday.

Euro: Swiss not fazed after their French lesson at World Cup

Euro: Swiss not fazed after their French lesson at World Cup

Rediff.com18 Jun 2016

Switzerland have no fears coming into their game against hosts France on Sunday despite being thrashed 5-2 when they met two years ago at the World Cup in Brazil, coach Vladimir Petkovic said.

Thai owners expect best behaviour from Leicester stars

Thai owners expect best behaviour from Leicester stars

Rediff.com7 May 2016

Premier League champions Leicester City have been warned to behave on their tour to Thailand - after last year's antics led to the sacking of three players and manager Nigel Pearson.

Claudio Ranieri's mum terms him 'King of England' after career resurrection

Claudio Ranieri's mum terms him 'King of England' after career resurrection

Rediff.com5 May 2016

LeicesterCity's unexpected Premier League title triumph has helped Claudio Ranieri rediscover himself as a manager after his failed spell at AS Roma, the Italian's mother, Renata Ranieri has said.

Di Maria reveals he did not share a good relationship with Van Gaal

Di Maria reveals he did not share a good relationship with Van Gaal

Rediff.com1 Sep 2015

Angel Di Maria has admitted to clashing with former manager Louis Van Gaal during his ill-fated stint at Manchester United and hinted that his poor relationship with the Dutchman contributed to a dip in his performance.

With varied heritage, Belgians keep African interest alive at World Cup

With varied heritage, Belgians keep African interest alive at World Cup

Rediff.com9 Jul 2018

The midfield duo, who both have dual Moroccan-Belgian nationality, kept Belgium alive with their goals off the bench in the extraordinary round of 16 comeback against Japan and were handed starts in the 2-1 win over Brazil.

Swedes not satisfied yet, says coach Andersson after Swiss win

Swedes not satisfied yet, says coach Andersson after Swiss win

Rediff.com3 Jul 2018

Sweden may have exceeded expectations in Russia but they are not done yet.

Why United's Rooney may struggle to get back into playing eleven

Why United's Rooney may struggle to get back into playing eleven

Rediff.com24 Sep 2016

If Manchester United's performance in a 4-1 rout of English champions Leicester City on Saturday is anything to go by, Wayne Rooney may struggle to get back into the starting eleven. Dropped by manager Jose Mourinho to the substitutes' bench after a series of poor performances, Rooney made a cameo appearance after he replaced Marcus Rashford in the 83rd minute. Although the club captain struck a positive note as he waved and applauded the fans as he headed down the tunnel, his role as the team's driving force is under serious threat after United thrived with Juan Mata filling his position superbly.

Euro 2016: Griezmaan fires France past Germany to take on Portugal in final

Euro 2016: Griezmaan fires France past Germany to take on Portugal in final

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

Two goals from Antoine Griezmann helped hosts France overcome world champions Germany 2-0 on Thursday to reach the final of Euro 2016, a first competitive victory over their old rivals in 58 years. Twice winners France will face Portugal in Sunday's final in Paris after defending stoutly against a Germany side who dominated possession but conceded a needless first-half penalty before being picked off on the break in the second period.

PHOTOS: How they celebrated at Euro 2016

PHOTOS: How they celebrated at Euro 2016

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

Rediff.com presents a flashback of those moments at Euro 2016 that personify pure ecstasy...