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FIFA WC: No Neymar, no worry for talent-ridden Brazil

FIFA WC: No Neymar, no worry for talent-ridden Brazil

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

"We, those who play in the back end, often joke that we feel sorry for our rivals because we can replace Raphinha for Antony, Richalison for Gabriel Jesus. We have Rodrygo, Gabriel Martinelli."

Ronaldo to leave Manchester United after criticism of club

Ronaldo to leave Manchester United after criticism of club

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo will leave with immediate effect, the English Premier League team said on Tuesday, marking a bitter end to the Portugal captain's second spell at Old Trafford after he said he felt betrayed by the club.

USA all primed up for 2026 after early exit

USA all primed up for 2026 after early exit

Rediff.com4 Dec 2022

"We set out with a goal to show the rest of the world how we play soccer and I think we partially achieved that even though we fell short of our goals. I think this group is close" Berhalter said.

Ronaldo joins Saudi's Al Nassr in record $214m deal

Ronaldo joins Saudi's Al Nassr in record $214m deal

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has joined Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr on a 2-1/2 year contract.

FIFA WC: Who was behind the Saudi half-time resurgence?

FIFA WC: Who was behind the Saudi half-time resurgence?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

"We had a crazy coach who gave us instructions and motivated us strongly during halftime," Saudi Arabia midfielder Abdel-Ilah al-Maliki told Al-Kass TV station after the win over Argentina.

Selfless Son epitomises Korea's fighting spirit

Selfless Son epitomises Korea's fighting spirit

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

Son Heung-min's touch of class for the winner once again showed why he has been Asian Footballer of the Year seven times and why, with him in their ranks, South Korea will never admit defeat.

When Fans Cried, Cheered, Celebrated

When Fans Cried, Cheered, Celebrated

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

Fans watching the games at the stadium and on televisions the world over have made the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 even more memorable.

African Cup: Ivory Coast held to a draw

African Cup: Ivory Coast held to a draw

Rediff.com12 Jan 2010

Pre-tournament favourites Ivory Coast were held to a goalless draw by neighbours Burkina Faso in Monday's only African Nations Cup Group B game.

EPL: Brazilian battle to ensue at North London derby

EPL: Brazilian battle to ensue at North London derby

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

Tite likes Tottenham striker Richarlison, saying "he only has eyes for the goal" while Gabriel Jesus, who failed to score in five appearances at the 2018 World Cup, appears to now be vying with the likes of Raphinha and Antony for a wide role in the Selecao.

Neymar backs controversial Bolsonaro ahead of polls

Neymar backs controversial Bolsonaro ahead of polls

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

At the event the day earlier, Neymar thanked Bolsonaro for "this illustrious visit."

FIFA WC: Uruguay falter against defensive South Korea

FIFA WC: Uruguay falter against defensive South Korea

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

Martin Caceres shackled Son, harassing the South Korean winger any time he got the ball and sticking close to him to discourage others from passing his way.

Mask-donning Son 'will take time to re-adapt'

Mask-donning Son 'will take time to re-adapt'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Bento said the 30-year-old, who was injured midway through Tottenham Hotspur's Champions League match at Olympique de Marseille this month, joined the squad only in recent days.

FIFA U-17 WC 'good chance for India to prove mettle'

FIFA U-17 WC 'good chance for India to prove mettle'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2017

The 2004 Olympic silver-medallist further believes that the prestigious quadrennial event would also prove to be beneficial for India as far as the country's aim to improve significance of sports is concerned.

PIX: Man City shocked by Villa, Arsenal thrash Palace

PIX: Man City shocked by Villa, Arsenal thrash Palace

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Saturday.

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.

Asian Cup Preview: Qatar, waiting to make headlines on the field

Asian Cup Preview: Qatar, waiting to make headlines on the field

Rediff.com2 Jan 2015

Asian Cup in Australia offers Qatar a rare chance to generate some positive headlines.

New Zealand are World No 1 ODI team; India drop to 3rd

New Zealand are World No 1 ODI team; India drop to 3rd

Rediff.com3 May 2021

India are 2nd in ICC T20 rankings after annual update.

Football Extras: Atletico scrape past fourth-tier club in King's Cup

Football Extras: Atletico scrape past fourth-tier club in King's Cup

Rediff.com31 Oct 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football fieLd

Soccer Extras: Chelsea's Giroud extends contract; Gyan retires

Soccer Extras: Chelsea's Giroud extends contract; Gyan retires

Rediff.com21 May 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field.

Misery piles up for Cristiano Ronaldo

Misery piles up for Cristiano Ronaldo

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

FA bans Ronaldo for two games for smashing fan's phone in April

Suarez escapes further ban

Suarez escapes further ban

Rediff.com4 Jul 2010

Luis Suarez will only be banned for one match for his hand-ball against Ghana - meaning the striker will be eligible for the World Cup final if Uruguay beat Holland.

Black Stars return home to warm welcome in Ghana

Black Stars return home to warm welcome in Ghana

Rediff.com6 Jul 2010

Ghanaians turned out in their thousands to cheer their soccer team's arrival home late on Monday, spraying their jet with water cannons and rolling out the red carpet for the World Cup's surprise quarter-finalists.

2014 'bad boy' Suarez on road to Russian redemption

2014 'bad boy' Suarez on road to Russian redemption

Rediff.com26 Jun 2018

The Barcelona striker's clever, low free kick helped Uruguay to beat hosts Russia 3-0 on Monday and to clinch top spot in Group A with three straight wins.

FIFA Under-17 WC: Post your good wishes to the Indian Team #backtheblue

FIFA Under-17 WC: Post your good wishes to the Indian Team #backtheblue

Rediff.com5 Oct 2017

India, who are also pooled along with the dangerous Ghana and Colombia in Group A, will look to start on a winning note.

U-17 WC: Nigeria edge USA on penalties, enter semis

U-17 WC: Nigeria edge USA on penalties, enter semis

Rediff.com22 Oct 2022

It was heartbreak for the Americans, who finished runners-up in 2008.

'India will fight to win every match' as squad named for FIFA U-17 WC

'India will fight to win every match' as squad named for FIFA U-17 WC

Rediff.com21 Sep 2017

India have been drawn in Group A alongside USA, Colombia and Ghana. The hosts face USA on October 6, followed by Colombia and Ghana on October 9 and October 12 respectively at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi.

Under-17 WC: India's 'organised defence' impresses Columbian coach

Under-17 WC: India's 'organised defence' impresses Columbian coach

Rediff.com10 Oct 2017

'They defended very well and they were very organised'

'Italy in spectacular form'

'Italy in spectacular form'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2006

Filmmaker and journalist Indrajith Lankesh is passionate about football.

Major soccer stadium disasters over the last 40 years

Major soccer stadium disasters over the last 40 years

Rediff.com2 Oct 2022

A look at some of the major disasters in soccer stadiums over the last 40 years following Saturday's stampede at a football match in the Indonesian province of East Java which left several dead.

Aussie Kewell gets one match ban for sending off

Aussie Kewell gets one match ban for sending off

Rediff.com20 Jun 2010

Australian forward Harry Kewell was suspended for one match by FIFA's disciplinary panel on Sunday following his red card against Ghana on Saturday, FIFA said in a statement.

Germany put faith in new generation

Germany put faith in new generation

Rediff.com10 Jun 2010

The theory in Germany goes that the loss of Michael Ballack could actually work in their favour, giving an outstanding crop of fresh-faced, fleet-footed players a chance to flourish at this World Cup.

Dempsey scores early but Brooks secures win for USA

Dempsey scores early but Brooks secures win for USA

Rediff.com17 Jun 2014

The United States got a dream start to their World Cup campaign when Clint Dempsey scored the fifth fastest goal in tournament history but they needed an 86th minute winner from John Brooks to secure a dramatic 2-1 win over Ghana on Monday.

FIFA Under-17 WC: Brazil drub Honduras 3-0, face Germany in quarters

FIFA Under-17 WC: Brazil drub Honduras 3-0, face Germany in quarters

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

In the earlier match on the night, Ghana beat debutants Niger 2-0, face Mali in quarters

WC friendlies: Japan end woeful run, Lewandowski shines for Poland

WC friendlies: Japan end woeful run, Lewandowski shines for Poland

Rediff.com13 Jun 2018

It was The Blue Samurai's first win under coach Akira Nishino, who had lost friendlies against Ghana and Switzerland since taking over in April.

Ronaldo's main goal is the final

Ronaldo's main goal is the final

Rediff.com28 Jun 2006

The 29-year-old Brazilian ace said eclipsing Gerd Mueller's mark of 14 goals was never a particular target for him.

WC qualifiers: Ronaldo tricks; crowd trouble at Eng, Poland matches

WC qualifiers: Ronaldo tricks; crowd trouble at Eng, Poland matches

Rediff.com13 Oct 2021

Images and summary of all the World Cup 2022 qualifiers played across continents on Tuesday.

Spain stun Portugal to clinch spot in Nations League finals

Spain stun Portugal to clinch spot in Nations League finals

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

It was Spain's first competitive win in Portugal since 1934

Football PIX: Brazil score five against Bolivia

Football PIX: Brazil score five against Bolivia

Rediff.com10 Oct 2020

Roberto Firmino scored twice and Marquinhos and Philippe Coutinho also got goals as Brazil hammered Bolivia 5-0 in their opening World Cup qualifier in Sao Paulo on Friday.

Salah's absence affecting team: coach

Salah's absence affecting team: coach

Rediff.com3 Jun 2018

Salah is still in doubt for Egypt's opening match in Group A on June 15 against Uruguay in Ekaterinburg after suffering a shoulder injury in the Champions League final for Liverpool late last month.