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Spain hope to 'send Toni Kroos into retirement'

Spain hope to 'send Toni Kroos into retirement'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Spain will put sentiment to one side on Friday when they play Germany in the Euro 2024 quarter-finals knowing that victory would spell retirement for veteran midfielder Toni Kroos

Germany's Kroos announces retirement from international football

Germany's Kroos announces retirement from international football

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

Kroos said it was clear to him 'for a long time' that he would not be available for the World Cup in Qatar next year.

Kane wants to leave Spurs; Kroos tests positive for COVID

Kane wants to leave Spurs; Kroos tests positive for COVID

Rediff.com18 May 2021

Sky reported Manchester United, Manchester City and Chelsea have been in touch with Kane's representatives.

Kroos steps forward as Germany's undisputed leader

Kroos steps forward as Germany's undisputed leader

Rediff.com24 Jun 2018

Germany's Toni Kroos emerged as the world champions' natural leader on Saturday, stepping up to guide them to a last-gasp 2-1 victory over Sweden kept them on course for the World Cup last 16.

Germany's Kroos slams Ozil for 'speaking nonsense'

Germany's Kroos slams Ozil for 'speaking nonsense'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2018

The 29-year-old Ozil announced his international retirement in July after Germany crashed out of the World Cup group stage in Russia. He said he had faced "racism and disrespect" because of his Turkish roots.

World Cup PHOTOS: Late Kroos winner keeps Germany alive

World Cup PHOTOS: Late Kroos winner keeps Germany alive

Rediff.com24 Jun 2018

A dramatic stoppage-time goal from Toni Kroos gave holders Germany a 2-1 win over Sweden on Saturday to keep alive their hopes of qualifying for the World Cup last 16.

PIX: Leverkusen, PSG, Real Madrid crowned domestic champs

PIX: Leverkusen, PSG, Real Madrid crowned domestic champs

Rediff.com26 May 2024

A summary of the concluding day's action in the German Cup, French Cup and La Liga.

Sports Shorts: Kroos joins Real Madrid

Sports Shorts: Kroos joins Real Madrid

Rediff.com17 Jul 2014

Germany midfielder Toni Kroos has signed a six-year deal to join Real Madrid from Bayern Munich, the Bundesliga club confirmed on Thursday.

Sports Shorts: Manchester United seal Kroos deal

Sports Shorts: Manchester United seal Kroos deal

Rediff.com23 May 2014

Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign Bayern Munich midfielder Toni Kroos and are set to make a stunning move for his team-mate Arjen Robben.

Quick-thinking Kroos helps Real to Super Cup final

Quick-thinking Kroos helps Real to Super Cup final

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

Real will meet the winners of Thursday's semi between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid in Sunday's showpiece at the King Abdullah Sport City Stadium in Jeddah.

No place for Messi or Ronaldo as Bellingham makes FIFPRO XI

No place for Messi or Ronaldo as Bellingham makes FIFPRO XI

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

Jude Bellingham topped the men's overall voting, with the Real Madrid and England midfielder receiving 11,176 selections from his peers.

Kroos and Rodriguez are the 'real' deal

Kroos and Rodriguez are the 'real' deal

Rediff.com25 Jul 2014

Real Madrid's Croatian midfielder Luka Modric has praised the high-profile signings of World Cup pair Toni Kroos and James Rodriguez and has targeted a clean sweep of domestic and European silverware next season.

Mbappe glad to leave struggles behind him

Mbappe glad to leave struggles behind him

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Ancelotti still hoping Real can claim top-eight finish in Champions League

Football: Real Madrid's Kroos isolating after COVID-19 contact

Football: Real Madrid's Kroos isolating after COVID-19 contact

Rediff.com14 May 2021

Manchester Utd's Fred receives racist abuse after defeat by Liverpool.

La Liga: Kroos missile delights Real; Atletico held

La Liga: Kroos missile delights Real; Atletico held

Rediff.com28 Aug 2016

A late goal by Toni Kroos sealed victory as Real Madrid defeated an impressive Celta Vigo side 2-1 to win their first home La Liga game of the campaign on Saturday.

Germany-Scotland kick-off Euro 2024 party!

Germany-Scotland kick-off Euro 2024 party!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Germany are banking on a mix of hugely talented young players, including Jamal Musiala and newly-crowned Bundesliga champion Florian Wirtz, and experienced veterans such as 2014 World Cup winners Manuel Neuer, Thomas Mueller and Toni Kroos.

Germany's Kroos doubtful for Euro qualifier against Turkey

Germany's Kroos doubtful for Euro qualifier against Turkey

Rediff.com4 Oct 2011

Germany midfielder Toni Kroos could miss the Euro 2012 qualifier against Turkey on Friday but could be fit for next week's game against Belgium, coach Joachim Loew said on Tuesday.

Euro 2024: Hosts Germany take on in-form Spain

Euro 2024: Hosts Germany take on in-form Spain

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann made two changes to his line-up with Jonathan Tah and Emre Can coming in to the team to face an unchanged Spain in their Euro 2024 quarter-final clash on Friday.

Real Madrid claim historic 15th Champions League title

Real Madrid claim historic 15th Champions League title

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

Real Madrid strike late to beat Dortmund and win 15th UEFA Champions League

Euro 2016: Don't have any Italy trauma, says Germany's Kroos

Euro 2016: Don't have any Italy trauma, says Germany's Kroos

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

German players have no interest in thinking about past losing battles against Italy as they prepare to face them in the Euro 2016 quarter-finals on Saturday, with midfielder Toni Kroos sounding confident they will finally emerge victorious. The Germans have lost all knockout tournament matches against Italy stretching back to 1970 but playmaker Kroos was in no mood to discuss them.

No tropical paradise? No problem for Germany, says midfielder Kroos

No tropical paradise? No problem for Germany, says midfielder Kroos

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

Germany kick off their title defence on Sunday with their Group F opener against Mexico.

Real Madrid seek LaLiga win in Mbappe's home debut

Real Madrid seek LaLiga win in Mbappe's home debut

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti is looking for a big improvement from his side when they play their first home game of the LaLiga season, against Valladolid on Sunday, with Kylian Mbappe making his Santiago Bernabeu debut

Champions League: Vinicius brace earns Real thrilling draw at Bayern

Champions League: Vinicius brace earns Real thrilling draw at Bayern

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Real, chasing a 15th European Cup, levelled in the 83rd with Vinicius's penalty, after Rodrygo was felled by a clumsy challenge from Kim Min-jae, to set up a mouth-watering return leg in Madrid next week.

Champions League: Real's Kroos back in squad, Fellaini ruled out

Champions League: Real's Kroos back in squad, Fellaini ruled out

Rediff.com25 Sep 2017

Germany midfielder Toni Kroos has eased Real Madrid's injury concerns and could be fit to play in their Champions League match at Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday, coach Zinedine Zidane said.

Fans chant 'Toni, stay' as Real Madrid parade UCL trophy

Fans chant 'Toni, stay' as Real Madrid parade UCL trophy

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

After a long night of celebrations, the team arrived in Madrid early on Sunday and started the party tour at 6 p.m. local time

Real without Ronaldo, Bale, Kroos and Pepe for Super Cup

Real without Ronaldo, Bale, Kroos and Pepe for Super Cup

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

Real Madrid will be without forward pair Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale, midfielder Toni Kroos and defender Pepe for Tuesday's UEFA Super Cup encounter with Sevilla in Trondheim, Norway.

PIX: Kroos leads Real in Rayo drubbing; Barca fightback to win

PIX: Kroos leads Real in Rayo drubbing; Barca fightback to win

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

Toni Kroos netted his first for Real Madrid and was hailed as the best player on the pitch by his coach as the hosts tore apart Rayo Vallecano 5-1 in La Liga on Saturday to extend their winning streak to 13 games.

Nations League PIX: England, Germany impress

Nations League PIX: England, Germany impress

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

Images from Saturday's action in the Nations League group stage matches.

Euro '24 PIX: Germany hand Scotland nightmare start

Euro '24 PIX: Germany hand Scotland nightmare start

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

Images from the Euro 2024 Group A match between Germany and Scotland at the Munich Football Arena, in Munich, on Friday.

PIX: Real Madrid snatch comeback win; Arsenal survive!

PIX: Real Madrid snatch comeback win; Arsenal survive!

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

Real Madrid fought back from two goals down as Vinicius Jr grabbed a hat-trick in a thrilling 5-2 win over visitors Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League.

Real Madrid secure LaLiga title after Girona thrash Barca

Real Madrid secure LaLiga title after Girona thrash Barca

Rediff.com5 May 2024

Ancelotti's second-string players proved they were up to the task as they secured three points for Real and kept them on course for the inevitable LaLiga title celebrations.

Football friendlies: Spain beaten by late Kroos missile for Germany

Football friendlies: Spain beaten by late Kroos missile for Germany

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Toni Kroos struck with a fierce long-range shot a minute from time to give Germany a 1-0 victory over Spain in a friendly between two injury-depleted European heavyweights in Vigo on Tuesday.

PIX: 10-man Real Madrid score late to edge Alaves

PIX: 10-man Real Madrid score late to edge Alaves

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

A stoppage time header by fullback Lucas Vazquez earned 10-man Real Madrid a 1-0 victory at lowly Alaves.

ALL You Need To Know About Euro 2024

ALL You Need To Know About Euro 2024

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

Germany expects 2.7 million people to attend matches in stadiums across the country and some 12 million in its fan zones for outdoor viewing, including on a long stretch of turf laid out in front of Berlin's Brandenburg Gate.

Tchouameni lifts Real to top of LaLiga; Bayern wins

Tchouameni lifts Real to top of LaLiga; Bayern wins

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

Late Tchouameni header gives Real Madrid 2-1 Las Palmas win and top spot

Soccer PIX: Leaders Real Madrid held to frustrating draw

Soccer PIX: Leaders Real Madrid held to frustrating draw

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

La Liga leaders Real Madrid were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw at lowly city rivals Rayo Vallecano on Sunday as Joselu's early strike was cancelled out by Raul de Tomas' penalty, a result that could spice up the title race with surprise package Girona.

PIX: Manchester City cruise into quarters; Real Madrid through

PIX: Manchester City cruise into quarters; Real Madrid through

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

Holders Manchester City cruised into the Champions League quarter-finals for the seventh consecutive season with a 3-1 victory over FC Copenhagen.

PIX: Atletico outclass Real Madrid; PSG down Marseille

PIX: Atletico outclass Real Madrid; PSG down Marseille

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Alvaro Morata scored a brace to help Atletico Madrid deliver a statement performance as they outclassed city rivals Real Madrid.

PIX: Real Madrid, Barcelona win; Juventus held

PIX: Real Madrid, Barcelona win; Juventus held

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

Champions Real Madrid earned a 2-0 win in a feisty LaLiga encounter at Athletic Bilbao on Sunday to ensure they stayed in the hunt for the LaLiga title with leaders Barcelona.

Transfers: Bellingham joins Real Madrid from Dortmund

Transfers: Bellingham joins Real Madrid from Dortmund

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Man City set to release skipper Gundogan and Mendy