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Mauricio Pochettino to lead US men's team through 2030 World Cup

Mauricio Pochettino to lead US men's team through 2030 World Cup

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

United States coach Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to extend his contract, leading the men's national team through the 2030 World Cup, following their last-16 finish at this year's finals.

Pochettino demands Chelsea's 2016-17 Premier League title be awarded to Tottenham

Pochettino demands Chelsea's 2016-17 Premier League title be awarded to Tottenham

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Mauricio Pochettino believes Chelsea's 2016-17 Premier League title should be awarded to his former Tottenham Hotspur side following Chelsea's record fine for historical rule breaches related to undisclosed third-party payments.

US coach Pochettino brushes off Turkey defeat

US coach Pochettino brushes off Turkey defeat

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

US coach Mauricio Pochettino downplayed his team's 3-2 loss to Turkey in a World Cup group stage match, emphasising that the United States still finished top of Group D.

US win over Paraguay built on collective approach: Pochettino

US win over Paraguay built on collective approach: Pochettino

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

US coach Mauricio Pochettino praised his team's collective effort after their historic 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their World Cup opener. Folarin Balogun scored two goals, a first for a U.S. player since 1930, though Christian Pulisic's calf injury raised concerns. Pochettino credited extended training time for the team's strong start.

Pochettino's attacking blueprint shapes US mauling of Paraguay

Pochettino's attacking blueprint shapes US mauling of Paraguay

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Mauricio Pochettino's gameplan worked a treat in the United States' 4-1 win over Paraguay in their World Cup opener on Friday, the hosts showcasing an attacking fluidity and positional interplay that overwhelmed the South Americans.

FIFA World Cup: USA face 'very tough' Paraguay test in opener

FIFA World Cup: USA face 'very tough' Paraguay test in opener

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Pochettino expects a "very tough game" against Paraguay, praising their aggression and discipline.

FIFA backs Brazilian referee Claus after Trump's criticism on red card

FIFA backs Brazilian referee Claus after Trump's criticism on red card

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

FIFA has strongly defended Brazilian referee Raphael Claus after US President Donald Trump questioned his integrity following a controversial red card shown to US striker Folarin Balogun at the World Cup.

FIFA World Cup: From hero to outcast: Balogun sent off, US move on

FIFA World Cup: From hero to outcast: Balogun sent off, US move on

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Balogun scored and celebrated in style before a VAR review turned his night around for the worse, as he was sent off for a foul. Even with 10 men, the United States stayed disciplined and beat Bosnia 2-0. Malik Tillman sealed the win with a free-kick goal. The result sends the U.S. into the last 16 against Belgium. Balogun is suspended for that match.

FIFA World Cup: 10-man US overcome red card to knock out Bosnia

FIFA World Cup: 10-man US overcome red card to knock out Bosnia

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

The United States defeated Bosnia 2-0 to advance to the World Cup round of 16. Malik Tillman scored the decisive goal from a free kick after Folarin Balogun was sent off, having previously opened the scoring. This marks their first knockout win since 2002.

Trump intervention sparks storm as FIFA clears Balogun to face Belgium

Trump intervention sparks storm as FIFA clears Balogun to face Belgium

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

The United States' World Cup campaign took an extraordinary turn on Sunday when FIFA made the unprecedented decision to suspend Folarin Balogun's automatic red-card ban, clearing the striker to face Belgium in Monday's last-16 clash after US President Donald Trump personally urged FIFA President Gianni Infantino to review the case.

FIFA World Cup: 'If it was Messi, no red card' ex-US star sparks controversy

FIFA World Cup: 'If it was Messi, no red card' ex-US star sparks controversy

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

After the US's win in the round of 32 fixture against Bosnia and Herzegovina, which involved striker Flo Balogun being shown a red card and sent off after a tackle with an opponent, former US footballer Alexi Lalas questioned why Argentina superstar Lionel Messi escaped any notice

FIFA World Cup: USA crush Australia to seal last-32 spot

FIFA World Cup: USA crush Australia to seal last-32 spot

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

The United States football team secured its place in the World Cup knockout stage with a convincing 2-0 victory over Australia. An early own goal and an Alex Freeman header sealed the win, despite the absence of key player Christian Pulisic. The team's depth was highlighted as they dominated the match, moving to six points in Group D.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Balogun brace as US prove too good for Paraguay

FIFA World Cup 2026: Balogun brace as US prove too good for Paraguay

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

The United States men's national team secured a dominant 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their World Cup Group D opener, with Folarin Balogun scoring two goals and Giovanni Reyna adding another.

Chelsea appoint Alonso as manager seeking stability after turbulent spell

Chelsea appoint Alonso as manager seeking stability after turbulent spell

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Xabi Alonso will take over as Chelsea's new manager, the Premier League club said on Sunday, with the Spaniard signing a four-year deal beginning on July 1.

Struggling Tottenham Hotspur appoint De Zerbi as manager

Struggling Tottenham Hotspur appoint De Zerbi as manager

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Tottenham Hotspur have appointed Roberto De Zerbi as their manager on a long-term contract, the Premier League club said on Tuesday, and the Italian coach has seven games to steer the North London side to safety.

Mexico to kick-off 2026 World Cup against South Africa

Mexico to kick-off 2026 World Cup against South Africa

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

The 2026 World Cup will kick off-on June 11 with joint-hosts Mexico playing South Africa at the Azteca Stadium - iconic venue of the 1970 and 1986 finals - followed by South Korea against a play-off winner after the complex draw was made on Friday.

Tottenham sack Postecoglou, two weeks after Europa League glory

Tottenham sack Postecoglou, two weeks after Europa League glory

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Ange Postecoglou ultimately paid the price for an horrendous English Premier League season which saw Tottenham finish 17th.

EPL: 2024-25 season to begin on Aug. 17, no Christmas Eve game

EPL: 2024-25 season to begin on Aug. 17, no Christmas Eve game

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

The 2024-25 Premier League season will kick off on Aug. 17, the League said on Friday, 90 days after the current campaign ends.

Pochettino leaves Chelsea; Guardiola manager of the year

Pochettino leaves Chelsea; Guardiola manager of the year

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Mauricio Pochettino has left his job as Chelsea manager by mutual consent, the Premier League side announced on Tuesday.

EPL fixtures unveiled: City's title defence begins at Burnley

EPL fixtures unveiled: City's title defence begins at Burnley

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

City open the season on Aug. 11, with the final round of matches scheduled for May 19, 2024.

Pochettino promises customised training regime to help Chelsea trio

Pochettino promises customised training regime to help Chelsea trio

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

New Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino underlined the challenges that engulfed Enzo Fernandez, Mykhailo Mudryk and Raheem Sterling in the last season but said he will help the trio.

Who should be the next Manchester United manager?

Who should be the next Manchester United manager?

Rediff.com5 Apr 2022

Wayne Rooney said he would pick Paris St Germain boss Mauricio Pochettino over Ajax Amsterdam manager Erik ten Hag to take over his former club Manchester United.

Flawless Spanish, big dreams: Mbappe ready for La Liga

Flawless Spanish, big dreams: Mbappe ready for La Liga

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Mbappe says playing for Real Madrid will complete childhood dream

Is soccer safe for women? Study reveals disturbing truth

Is soccer safe for women? Study reveals disturbing truth

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Close to half of women soccer fans in England and Wales have personally experienced sexist or misogynistic abuse at matches but most have never reported it to authorities, a new study by anti-discrimination charity Kick It Out revealed on Wednesday.

PIX: Chelsea dent Tottenham's Champions League hopes

PIX: Chelsea dent Tottenham's Champions League hopes

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Pinpoint headed goals from Trevoh Chalobah and Nicolas Jackson earned Chelsea a 2-0 victory over London rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Thursday, dealing a blow to Spurs' hopes of qualifying for next season's Champions League.

PIX: Manchester City sink Chelsea to make FA Cup final

PIX: Manchester City sink Chelsea to make FA Cup final

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

Holders Manchester City beat Chelsea 1-0 with a late Bernardo Silva goal on Saturday to reach the FA Cup final after an absorbing end-to-end Wembley semi-final left the exhausted winners still chasing a domestic double.

PSG hire former captain Pochettino as new manager

PSG hire former captain Pochettino as new manager

Rediff.com2 Jan 2021

Mauricio Pochettino, who played for PSG as a defender in the early 2000s and also captained the side, has been out of a job since being dismissed by Spurs in November 2019.

Zidane to coach PSG next season?

Zidane to coach PSG next season?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

French radio station RMC later on Friday said that Zidane and PSG were "close to finding an agreement", also without citing any source.

EPL PIX: Wolves Stun Chelsea

EPL PIX: Wolves Stun Chelsea

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

Wolves, who are unbeaten at home in the league since September, moved up to 11th with 22 points

EPL PIX: Palmer stars again as Chelsea beat Newcastle 3-2

EPL PIX: Palmer stars again as Chelsea beat Newcastle 3-2

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

The win left Chelsea in 11th position, a point and one place behind Newcastle but with a game in hand.

PIX: Arsenal hammer Chelsea to move three points clear at the top

PIX: Arsenal hammer Chelsea to move three points clear at the top

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

Ruthless Arsenal threw down the gauntlet in the Premier League title race with a 5-0 thrashing of London rivals Chelsea to roar three points clear at the top of the table on Tuesday.

Leader Messi key to Argentina's WC title hopes

Leader Messi key to Argentina's WC title hopes

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

Pochettino, who is well aware of Messi's game-changing abilities having worked with the 35-year-old last season, said he was still the best player in the world.

EPL PIX: Arsenal upset Liverpool; Man United win

EPL PIX: Arsenal upset Liverpool; Man United win

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

Manchester United climb into sixth place with 3-0 West Ham win

Tottenham Hotspur's boss Pochettino extends contract until 2021

Tottenham Hotspur's boss Pochettino extends contract until 2021

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino has agreed a two-year contract extension that will keep him at White Hart Lane until 2021.

FA Cup PIX: Man City edge Spurs; Chelsea held

FA Cup PIX: Man City edge Spurs; Chelsea held

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

Manchester City clinched a 1-0 victory at Tottenham Hotspur, while Chelsea were held to a 0-0 draw at home by Aston Villa.

EPL PHOTOS: Chelsea Hammered as wait for win continues

EPL PHOTOS: Chelsea Hammered as wait for win continues

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Images from the English Premier League matches played over the weekend.

EPL PIX: Man United secure late win; Chelsea beat Brighton

EPL PIX: Man United secure late win; Chelsea beat Brighton

Rediff.com16 May 2024

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Wednesday.

PICS: Liverpool back on track with win over Spurs

PICS: Liverpool back on track with win over Spurs

Rediff.com5 May 2024

A summary of Sunday's action in the Premier League.

Spurs sack Stellini; Mason to take charge

Spurs sack Stellini; Mason to take charge

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

In Conte's absence, Stellini guided Spurs to wins over Manchester City, West Ham United and Chelsea.

PIX: Manchester City held by Spurs amid new VAR controversy

PIX: Manchester City held by Spurs amid new VAR controversy

Rediff.com18 Aug 2019

Manchester City had a late goal from Gabriel Jesus ruled out by VAR video review as they drew 2-2 at home to Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday -- their first league home game without victory in nearly eight months.