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FIFA World Cup: England fan association hits out at Qatar over beer ban

FIFA World Cup: England fan association hits out at Qatar over beer ban

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

England's Football Supporters' Association said the decision raises concerns about Qatar's ability to fulfil its promises to visiting fans on "accommodation, transport or cultural issues."

How India Have Fared Against Pakistan In Finals

How India Have Fared Against Pakistan In Finals

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Pakistan leads India 3-2 in finals.

When Women In Blue Stayed At NRI Homes During Tours!

When Women In Blue Stayed At NRI Homes During Tours!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

There was no money, sponsors didn't make a beeline and foreign tours were an ordeal, but there were women of steel who believed in the old adage that "the show must go on." And Nutan Gavaskar was the first among equals, one of the torchbearers of the women's cricket movement in India back then in 1973.

Indian fan dies in car crash in Russia near World Cup city Sochi

Indian fan dies in car crash in Russia near World Cup city Sochi

Rediff.com30 Jun 2018

The incident, the first reported death of a World Cup visitor to Russia, was blamed by police on the driver, although Russian roads are notorious and claimed over 19,000 lives in 2017.

FIFA gets more than 3.5m ticket requests for 2014 World Cup

FIFA gets more than 3.5m ticket requests for 2014 World Cup

Rediff.com31 Jan 2014

World football governing body FIFA has reportedly announced that more than 3.5 million requests for the tickets of the 2014 World Cup in Brazil have been made from 199 countries in the second sale phase.

Trophies, Transition, Heartbreak: Team India's Roller Coaster 2025

Trophies, Transition, Heartbreak: Team India's Roller Coaster 2025

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

While the white-ball trophy cabinet kept getting heavier, Team India's fortunes in Test cricket swung wildly between hope and despair in 2025.

Security breach, crowd chaos mar Messi's Kolkata visit

Security breach, crowd chaos mar Messi's Kolkata visit

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Lionel Messi's brief appearance in Kolkata was marred by security breaches and crowd management issues, raising concerns about planning and coordination. Eyewitness accounts and social media footage reveal a chaotic scene with organizers and VIPs crowding the player, leading to his early withdrawal and subsequent protests.

PIX: Shreya Ghosal leads moving Zubeen tribute at WC launch

PIX: Shreya Ghosal leads moving Zubeen tribute at WC launch

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

The emotional high point of the glittering ceremony came when Shreya concluded her performance with Zubeen's iconic song 'Mayabini Ratir Bukut'.

ODI World Cup: 'India vs Pakistan semi-final at Eden would be a dream'

ODI World Cup: 'India vs Pakistan semi-final at Eden would be a dream'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2023

CAB President Snehasish Ganguly said an India vs Pakistan semifinal at the Eden Gardens would be a dream contest.

Where Did The Asia Cup Vanish?

Where Did The Asia Cup Vanish?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

This final was filled with unusual happenings, and one that will stand out is India coach Gautam Gambhir seen smiling for a change!

How the teams made it to T20 World Cup 2022

How the teams made it to T20 World Cup 2022

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

For some teams, this will be the start of their quest for World Cup glory but for others, it will be the culmination of what has already been a long journey.

FIFA World Cup, a catalyst to thaw Israel-Qatar ties

FIFA World Cup, a catalyst to thaw Israel-Qatar ties

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

A delegation from Israel's foreign ministry will be allowed to provide consular assistance from Doha for its citizens coming for the World Cup matches.

Messi dazzles with brace in last home qualifier

Messi dazzles with brace in last home qualifier

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

'Being able to finish this way here with my people is what I always dreamed of.'

Rajput brings 'Khadoos' spirit to UAE cricket, eyes T20 WC spot

Rajput brings 'Khadoos' spirit to UAE cricket, eyes T20 WC spot

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

'See, it's a journey for me because I like challenges. And getting to these smaller teams and making them grow, that makes me very happy.'

Will World Cup see Russian football hooligans?

Will World Cup see Russian football hooligans?

Rediff.com25 May 2018

Blacklisted fan bypasses Russia's World Cup security system

Images: World Cup fever engulfs Mumbai

Images: World Cup fever engulfs Mumbai

Rediff.com1 Apr 2011

Vaihayasi Pande Daniel checks out the mood in south Mumbai on the eve of the World Cup final between India and Sri Lanka.

Women's ODI WC matches in Bengaluru in limbo!

Women's ODI WC matches in Bengaluru in limbo!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Women's WC matches in Bengaluru face uncertainty, shifting of venue on cards

Will Kolkata fiasco dent India's Olympic hosting chances?

Will Kolkata fiasco dent India's Olympic hosting chances?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) issued a statement clarifying that Lionel Messi's event in Kolkata was a private event organised by a PR agency and the federation was not involved in the "planning or execution" of the event at Salt Lake Stadium on Saturday.

France take on Ukraine for World Cup golden ticket

France take on Ukraine for World Cup golden ticket

Rediff.com21 Oct 2013

Former world champions France will play Ukraine for a place in the World Cup finals in Brazil next year with the advantage of the second leg at home following the draw for the European playoffs.

FIFA World Cup Scams: Don't fall for them

FIFA World Cup Scams: Don't fall for them

Rediff.com12 Jun 2014

World Cup fans everywhere should watch out for free ticket scams, news service scams, and online streaming scams.

ODI World Cup: Promising pleasant fan experience, Delhi set for major renovation

ODI World Cup: Promising pleasant fan experience, Delhi set for major renovation

Rediff.com28 Jun 2023

The Arun Jaitley Stadium will be undergoing a major renovation, worth Rs 20 to 25 crore, for the five matches it hosts during the ODI World Cup in October-November.

Why Messi left in 22 mins: Inside Kolkata's event failure

Why Messi left in 22 mins: Inside Kolkata's event failure

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

What should have been a landmark footballing moment in Kolkata turned into a cautionary tale on Saturday morning, as Lionel Messi's brief appearance at the Salt Lake Stadium was cut short amid crowd mismanagement

World Cup Diary: Streakers, 'courtsiders' evicted

World Cup Diary: Streakers, 'courtsiders' evicted

Rediff.com14 Feb 2015

Officials evicted several people from the opening match of the cricket World Cup at Hagley Oval.

'God has sent...' Shafali vows to make opportunity count

'God has sent...' Shafali vows to make opportunity count

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Shafali was leading Haryana in National Women's T20 when she was summoned from Surat to Mumbai on SOS after Rawal sustained a hairline fracture on her ankle while fielding in the last group league game against Bangladesh.

Team India to leave for Australia on Oct 15

Team India to leave for Australia on Oct 15

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

The Indian ODI squad will depart for Australia in two separate batches on October 15 from the national capital with logistics and ticket availability determining the final travel schedule.

India qualify for hockey World Cup

India qualify for hockey World Cup

Rediff.com3 Nov 2013

Indian men's hockey team on Sunday officially qualified for the Rabobank Hockey World Cup in The Hague (NED), according to the latest release issued by the FIH.

'Ticket pressure for Ind-Pak match greater than game'

'Ticket pressure for Ind-Pak match greater than game'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Babar said the pressure on him for tickets for the match against India was more than the match itself.

Rainbow flags may be confiscated at Qatar World Cup

Rainbow flags may be confiscated at Qatar World Cup

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Rainbow flags could be taken from fans at the World Cup in Qatar to protect them from being attacked for promoting gay rights

Canada qualify for FIFA World Cup after 36-year wait

Canada qualify for FIFA World Cup after 36-year wait

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

While Canada celebrated, Mexico and the United States will have to wait to learn their fate

Bad planning led to India's defeat in 2019 World Cup semis

Bad planning led to India's defeat in 2019 World Cup semis

Rediff.com14 Jun 2020

India have all the resources but need to plan better going into the big-ticket ICC events, said former all-rounder Irfan Pathan who blamed an unsettled middle order for country's exit from last year's World Cup. India last won an ICC tournament in 2013, when they lifted the Champions Trophy under the leadership of Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

World Cup warm-ups: Uruguay cruise to win; Rashford stars for England

World Cup warm-ups: Uruguay cruise to win; Rashford stars for England

Rediff.com8 Jun 2018

Uruguay will head to the World Cup on a winning note after beating Uzbekistan 3-0 in a chilly warmup in front of their own fans on Thursday.

A chance to watch World Cup live

A chance to watch World Cup live

Rediff.com10 May 2006

Eleven lucky Indians will get an opportunity to watch a match as part of ESPN Star Sports' "Gyarah Hindustani" contest.

US wants to host T20 World Cup

US wants to host T20 World Cup

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

The US gained one-day international status at the beginning of 2019 and beat Scotland in December. Higgins is eyeing Test status within the next decade.

Spotted! Bachchans at FIFA World Cup

Spotted! Bachchans at FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan headed to catch the first semi-finals of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2018.

Attendance for Under-17 World Cup crosses 1 million mark

Attendance for Under-17 World Cup crosses 1 million mark

Rediff.com20 Oct 2017

The last set of pre-quarterfinal matches involved Ghana against Niger and Brazil versus Honduras on Wednesday.

Hope They Don't Play Too Well': Marsh on Kohli, Rohit

Hope They Don't Play Too Well': Marsh on Kohli, Rohit

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Since India last played a bilateral series against Australia in their home territory just before the ODI World Cup in 2023, 'Ro-Ko' have been sensational.

Meet Messi's Ultimate Superfans In India!

Meet Messi's Ultimate Superfans In India!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Ichhapur tea-seller Shib Shankar Patra is one of two diehard fans handpicked for a special meet-and-greet with Argentine superstar Lionel Messi.

8 Places To Be For A Perfect Christmas

8 Places To Be For A Perfect Christmas

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Which are some of most special places in the world to celebrate Christmas?

Tickets for India's T20 WC opener out on March 19

Tickets for India's T20 WC opener out on March 19

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Prices start at from as low as US$6 for select games in the Caribbean, and from US$35 at venues in the USA.

Pakistan shooters granted visas for New Delhi World Cup

Pakistan shooters granted visas for New Delhi World Cup

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

NRAI said Indian government had given clearance for the applications, but that was before last Thursday's dastardly attack