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Soccer PIX: Dominant Real claim easy win; record-breaking Kane powers Bayern; Wolves stunned

Soccer PIX: Dominant Real claim easy win; record-breaking Kane powers Bayern; Wolves stunned

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

Images from soccer matches held across Europe on Saturday, March 16.

Soccer: Barca closer to top two finish with win over Almeria

Soccer: Barca closer to top two finish with win over Almeria

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Leeds reach Championship play-offs final with 4-0 win over Norwich

Adeus Pele: Brazil bids farewell to 'eternal', 'king of soccer'

Adeus Pele: Brazil bids farewell to 'eternal', 'king of soccer'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

In the early hours Monday, his body arrived under fireworks in the city of about 430,000 people from Sao Paulo's Albert Einstein Hospital.

War hit Ukraine set to restart soccer league

War hit Ukraine set to restart soccer league

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

As Ukrainian soldiers battle Russian forces in the east and south, Shakhtar are due to play Metalist 1925 from the embattled eastern city of Kharkiv

Soccer PIX: Dortmund cruise past Freiburg; Betis win

Soccer PIX: Dortmund cruise past Freiburg; Betis win

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

Metz draw at Marseille to end losing streak

World Cup star Forlan takes up tennis racket

World Cup star Forlan takes up tennis racket

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

The 45-year-old former striker, a 2010 World Cup semi-finalist, has switched to tennis since his retirement in 2018, playing on the international senior tour.

Alex Morgan announces retirement and pregnancy!

Alex Morgan announces retirement and pregnancy!

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Alex Morgan, a two-time World Cup winner and one of the greatest goal scorers in US women's national team history, announced her retirement

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: Turkish club president punches ref, arrested

Soccer: Turkish club president punches ref, arrested

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

Koca entered the field and hit Meler when the final whistle blew after Rizespor scored a 97th minute equaliser in the 1-1 draw at Eryaman Stadium, footage from state broadcaster TRT showed.

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.

India's dominance hurts Test cricket: Chappell

India's dominance hurts Test cricket: Chappell

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Former Australia captain Ian Chappell has criticized the ICC, calling it an "event management company" and stating that financially stronger boards are dictating a self-serving schedule that harms Test cricket.

Friendlies: Morocco STUN soccer powerhouse Brazil

Friendlies: Morocco STUN soccer powerhouse Brazil

Rediff.com26 Mar 2023

Boufal and Sabiri score to give Morocco 2-1 win over Brazil

'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.

Deadly Spanish floods force cancellation of matches

Deadly Spanish floods force cancellation of matches

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

All soccer matches scheduled to be played in the Valencian region this weekend have been postponed, the Spanish football federation (RFEF) said on Thursday due to the deadly floods which have killed at least 95 people.

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.

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

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.

Germany keeper Neuer retires from internationals at 38

Germany keeper Neuer retires from internationals at 38

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Manuel Neuer announced his retirement from internationals on Wednesday after playing 124 times for his country since 2009.

Soccer-loving Pope Francis gets new toy!

Soccer-loving Pope Francis gets new toy!

Rediff.com19 Aug 2021

According to reports, the mayor of Altopascio, Sara D'Ambrosio, wrote on Facebook that the table was designed to be inclusive and work well for people with physical disabilities to encourage their participation in sport.

Gorge Soros, Hillary Clinton get Medal of Freedom from Biden

Gorge Soros, Hillary Clinton get Medal of Freedom from Biden

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

Soros, 94, in the recent past has spoken openly against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The ruling BJP believe that he tried to interfere in Indian elections.

Soccer star Zidane melts hearts with new wax statue

Soccer star Zidane melts hearts with new wax statue

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

Zinedine Zidane, one of the world's greatest ever soccer players, got a new wax statue unveiled in his honour on Monday at the Musee Grevin in Paris - the French capital's equivalent of London's Madame Tussauds.

Players, staff 'apologise' for US soccer altering Iran flag

Players, staff 'apologise' for US soccer altering Iran flag

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

'Of course, our thoughts are with the Iran people, the players and the whole country, but our focus is on this match.'

Former Cameroon star Eto'o banned by FIFA!

Former Cameroon star Eto'o banned by FIFA!

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Cameroon Football Federation (Fecafoot) chief Samuel Eto'o has been banned from attending the national team's matches for six months after violating FIFA's disciplinary regulations, soccer's governing body said on Monday.

Soccer PIX: Atletico reach Copa semis; Bournemouth down Swansea

Soccer PIX: Atletico reach Copa semis; Bournemouth down Swansea

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

The Copa del Rey semi-final draw will be made on Friday.

All You Need To Know About Paris 2024 Olympics

All You Need To Know About Paris 2024 Olympics

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Here is all the info one needs about the Paris 2024 Olympics: the dates, the venues, the opening ceremony, new sports and security issues.

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.

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.

Russian national soccer team, clubs banned from European competitions

Russian national soccer team, clubs banned from European competitions

Rediff.com3 May 2022

Russia's bid to host the Euro 2028 or the Euro 2032 tournaments have also been declared ineligible, the Switzerland-based governing body said.

FIFA's transfer market in legal jeopardy, Billions at stake

FIFA's transfer market in legal jeopardy, Billions at stake

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Soccer's player transfer system will be in the spotlight and could even be on the brink of collapse on Friday when the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) announces its ruling on former France player Lassana Diarra's case against FIFA.

Europe's 1st major soccer club to join crypto wagon

Europe's 1st major soccer club to join crypto wagon

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

Fan tokens are a type of cryptocurrency that allow holders to vote

Soccer PIX: Last-gasp Casemiro sets up United for Liverpool clash

Soccer PIX: Last-gasp Casemiro sets up United for Liverpool clash

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

Brazilian Casemiro struck late to send Manchester United into the FA Cup quarter-finals with a 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest as teenagers Jayden Danns and Lewis Koumas inspired Liverpool to a 3-0 win over Southampton on Wednesday.

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

Soccer: Man City fined 120,000 pounds by FA

Soccer: Man City fined 120,000 pounds by FA

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

Eriksen sends message of support to Lockyer following cardiac arrest

Harry Kane praises Kohli's soccer skills

Harry Kane praises Kohli's soccer skills

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

Tottenham Hotspur Captain Harry Kane wrote, 'Nice technique right there.'

Soccer PIX: Atletico return to winning ways; Leverkusen go 10 points clear

Soccer PIX: Atletico return to winning ways; Leverkusen go 10 points clear

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

Atletico Madrid secured a hard-fought 2-1 home victory over Real Betis in La Liga on Sunday thanks to an own-goal by Rui Silva and a header by Alvaro Morata as Diego Simeone's side ended a three-game winless run in all competitions.

East Coast or West Coast? Cricket venue dilemma for LA28

East Coast or West Coast? Cricket venue dilemma for LA28

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

New York, on the East Coast, hosted several preliminary-round matches of the T20 World Cup earlier this year, which it co-hosted with the West Indies.

Probe launched into racist insults during El Clasico

Probe launched into racist insults during El Clasico

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) and LaLiga have taken steps to tackle an increase in racist abuse with measures including partial stadium closures.

Why Team India is loved across the world!

Why Team India is loved across the world!

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

V V S Laxman said the Indian team's aggressive approach is the primary reason behind the wholehearted support they receive anywhere across the globe.

FIFA WC: Soccer federations will not be blackmailed

FIFA WC: Soccer federations will not be blackmailed

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

Simon, who did not specify if he was referring to local organisers or FIFA in his reference to the tournament director, said the other six nations then decided to "show solidarity" and not wear it.

Soccer PIX: Modric stunner helps Real extend lead; Ramos nets late equaliser

Soccer PIX: Modric stunner helps Real extend lead; Ramos nets late equaliser

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric came off the bench to net a stunning strike from the edge of the box late in the second half to secure a 1-0 home win over Sevilla on Sunday and stretch their lead at the top of La Liga to eight points.