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Leicester owner's helicopter crash accidental, inquest finds

Leicester owner's helicopter crash accidental, inquest finds

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

The deaths of five people in a helicopter crash at the King Power Stadium in October 2018, including Leicester City soccer club owner Khun Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha, were accidental.

'Messi has been the boost that MLS has needed'

'Messi has been the boost that MLS has needed'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Lionel Messi has more than proven his worth for the league and his team at a vitally important time for the sport in North America, where the FIFA World Cup will be staged in 2026.

Spanish soccer chief refuses to step down over kiss scandal

Spanish soccer chief refuses to step down over kiss scandal

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Regional leaders of the RFEF held a crisis meeting in Madrid on Thursday to discuss Rubiales's future and options for a potential successor, a source told Reuters.

FIFA set to announce hosts for 2030, 2034 World Cups

FIFA set to announce hosts for 2030, 2034 World Cups

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

FIFA is set to confirm the hosts of the 2030 and 2034 men's World Cups on Wednesday, with a three-continent, six-nation bid led by Morocco, Spain and Portugal to be awarded the former and the latter going to Saudi Arabia.

Soon...Brazil to resume soccer matches

Soon...Brazil to resume soccer matches

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

Soccer was one example of a sector in the economy that could reopen relatively quickly, and that the government is in talks with clubs and the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) about the timing.

Messi's Inter Miami to feature in FIFA Club World Cup

Messi's Inter Miami to feature in FIFA Club World Cup

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

Lionel Messi and Major League Soccer's Inter Miami were awarded a spot in next year's 2025 FIFA Club World Cup on Saturday and will host the opening game of the 32-team tournament featuring top clubs from around the world.

When were these rules altered and by whom, Bhajji asks

When were these rules altered and by whom, Bhajji asks

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Nothing new in BCCI's policy document, says former India spinner Harbhajan Singh.

Soccer PIX: Liverpool beat Fulham; Real edge Atletico

Soccer PIX: Liverpool beat Fulham; Real edge Atletico

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Koopmeiners leads Atalanta past Milan into Coppa semis

CAS cuts former Man United star's doping suspension

CAS cuts former Man United star's doping suspension

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

'Finally the nightmare is over. Following the decision by the Court of Arbitration for Sport, I can look forward to the day when I can follow my dreams again.'

Soccer PIX: Dominant Real Madrid cement top spot; Juve held

Soccer PIX: Dominant Real Madrid cement top spot; Juve held

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

La Liga leaders Real Madrid cruised to a 4-0 home win over relegation-threatened Celta Vigo on Sunday to restore their seven-point lead at the top of the table with a dominant display.

Forbes' Top 10 Highest Paid Athletes

Forbes' Top 10 Highest Paid Athletes

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo topped Forbes magazine's list of highest-paid athletes for the fourth time in his career.

Brazil's soccer star Marta tests positive for COVID-19

Brazil's soccer star Marta tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com22 Nov 2020

Brazil's six-time world player of the year Marta has tested positive for COVID-19, the country's soccer governing body (CBF) said on Saturday.

Soccer PIX: Liverpool salvage point against City; Spurs hammer Aston Villa

Soccer PIX: Liverpool salvage point against City; Spurs hammer Aston Villa

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

Tottenham Hotspur hammered 10-man Aston Villa 4-0 in the Premier League on Sunday thanks to four second-half goals, allowing them to close the gap with their Birmingham rivals to two points in the chase for Champions League football next season.

Qatar's human rights record questioned at FIFA Congress

Qatar's human rights record questioned at FIFA Congress

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

President of Norweigan FA Ms. Klaveness, who is gay, gave a six-minute speech blasting FIFA and the Qatar FA for their human rights violations

Soccer PHOTOS: Rabiot scores winner as Juve close on Inter

Soccer PHOTOS: Rabiot scores winner as Juve close on Inter

Rediff.com31 Dec 2023

IMAGES from Serie A matches played on Saturday.

Soccer PIX: Barcelona knocked out; Liverpool in League Cup final

Soccer PIX: Barcelona knocked out; Liverpool in League Cup final

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Athletic Bilbao beat Barcelona 4-2 at home to knock them out of the Copa del Rey

Rafa Nadal - The Highs, Lows and everything in between!

Rafa Nadal - The Highs, Lows and everything in between!

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Here is a quick glance of all the highs and lows from Nadal's stupendous career:

Lamine Yamal: Spain's boy wonder at the Euros!

Lamine Yamal: Spain's boy wonder at the Euros!

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

Yamal, who at kick-off was 16 years and 338 days old, comfortably beats the previous record set by Poland's Kacper Kozlowski.

Soccer Wrap: Inter clinch dramatic win to lift Italian Super Cup; Morata powers Atletico

Soccer Wrap: Inter clinch dramatic win to lift Italian Super Cup; Morata powers Atletico

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez struck a last-gasp goal to snatch a dramatic 1-0 win over 10-man Napoli as they claimed their third successive Italian Super Cup title on Monday.

European soccer: Real Madrid rally; Big win for Mourinho's Roma

European soccer: Real Madrid rally; Big win for Mourinho's Roma

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

IMAGES from the soccer matches played across European leagues over the weekend.

Record crowds as Women's World Cup kicks off despite Auckland shooting

Record crowds as Women's World Cup kicks off despite Auckland shooting

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

New Zealand opened the ninth Women's World Cup with a shock win against former champions Norway on Thursday

Soccer PIX: Messi magic guides Argentina; Denmark, France cruise

Soccer PIX: Messi magic guides Argentina; Denmark, France cruise

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Lionel Messi's second-half goal gave Argentina a 1-0 home win over Ecuador on Thursday to get their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign off on the right foot.

Olympics Soccer: Japan, Spain, Brazil, Mexico in semis

Olympics Soccer: Japan, Spain, Brazil, Mexico in semis

Rediff.com1 Aug 2021

Japan are the only team to maintain a perfect record in the group stage and are now just one win away from securing a first medal in men's soccer since claiming bronze at the 1968 Games.

Soccer PIX: PSG smash Lens; Dortmund draw again

Soccer PIX: PSG smash Lens; Dortmund draw again

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Images from football matches held across Europe on Saturday

Fixture overload must stop, says Liverpool's Konate

Fixture overload must stop, says Liverpool's Konate

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

France and Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate has become the latest player to speak out against the packed fixture schedule, saying on Tuesday that he supports his fellow players' right to strike over the issue.

Saudi Arabia opens door to LGBTQ fans for World Cup

Saudi Arabia opens door to LGBTQ fans for World Cup

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Hammad Albalawi, head of Saudi Arabia's 2034 World Cup bid unit, said his country welcomes all visitors, including LGBTQ people and their bid to host the 48-team showpiece event has nothing to do with 'sportswashing' their human rights record.

Soccer: Police launch probe after Bodo coach attacks Roma staff

Soccer: Police launch probe after Bodo coach attacks Roma staff

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

A round-up off all transpired on and off the football pitch

Shut up! Dutch PM tells cheering soccer fans

Shut up! Dutch PM tells cheering soccer fans

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte hit out at fans who sing and cheer at soccer matches

PIX! Djokovic claims record 23rd Grand Slam title!

PIX! Djokovic claims record 23rd Grand Slam title!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Novak Djokovic claimed a record-breaking 23rd men's singles Grand Slam title when he beat Norway's Casper Ruud 7-6(1) 6-3 7-5 in the French Open final.

Soccer PIX: Trossard goal seals Arsenal win; Chelsea held

Soccer PIX: Trossard goal seals Arsenal win; Chelsea held

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

Arsenal claimed their first Premier League win at Everton for six years as Leandro Trossard's second-half strike proved enough to secure the points at Goodison Park on Sunday.

Soccer PIX: Madrid down Villarreal; Kane nets brace in Bayern win

Soccer PIX: Madrid down Villarreal; Kane nets brace in Bayern win

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

IMAGES from the football matches played across Europe on Sunday.

Yamal spells out his birthday wish ahead of Euro title clash

Yamal spells out his birthday wish ahead of Euro title clash

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

Lamine Yamal has been breaking records since making his professional debut for Barcelona less than 15 months ago, the last one becoming the youngest goal-scorer in Euros history with a stunning curled long-range shot against France that helped his side reach the final.

Soccer Extras: City earn record revenue for 2018-19

Soccer Extras: City earn record revenue for 2018-19

Rediff.com20 Nov 2019

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

Foreign footballer abused, beaten up in Kerala

Foreign footballer abused, beaten up in Kerala

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

A football player from the Ivory Coast was beaten up by a mob of spectators and was also allegedly racially abused a few days ago during a soccer match between local clubs.

Soccer wrap: Bayern win Bundesliga with last-gasp goal

Soccer wrap: Bayern win Bundesliga with last-gasp goal

Rediff.com28 May 2023

A summary of the concluding day's action in the Bundesliga, Serie A, Ligue 1 and Saudi Pro League.

Alcaraz, Djokovic one win from repeat Wimbledon final

Alcaraz, Djokovic one win from repeat Wimbledon final

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

The Wimbledon men's singles semi-finals take centre stage at the All England Club on Friday.

Manchester City is world's most valuable soccer group

Manchester City is world's most valuable soccer group

Rediff.com27 Nov 2019

Manchester City's Abu Dhabi-controlled owner has agreed to sell a $500 million stake to US private equity firm Silver Lake, making it the world's most valuable soccer group with a $4.8 billion price tag.

'$570 million'! FIFA Women's World Cup kicks record revenue!

'$570 million'! FIFA Women's World Cup kicks record revenue!

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino said the Women's World Cup had generated more than $570 million in revenue

The billionaire, Bollywood and the future of Indian soccer

The billionaire, Bollywood and the future of Indian soccer

Rediff.com2 Jul 2020

Ambani's holding group launched the Indian Super League, an elite competition of newly created teams, in 2014 with the aim of attracting investment and big global names, much like the Indian Premier League has in cricket. 'It was 100% a wasted opportunity'.

Soccer great Pele hospitalised with urinary infection

Soccer great Pele hospitalised with urinary infection

Rediff.com4 Apr 2019

Brazil soccer great Pele was hospitalised in Paris late on Tuesday with a strong fever but his condition is not life-threatening, RMC Sport reported. The 78-year-old was admitted as a precaution after attending an event in the French capital with France's World Cup-winning youngster Kylian Mbappe.