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Never Make Messi Angry, Never!

Never Make Messi Angry, Never!

Rediff.com   12 Dec 2022

'I don't like people talking before matches. That's not part of football. I always respect everyone, but I like to be respected too.'

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Schedule

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Schedule

Rediff.com   11 Dec 2022

The schedule of the FIFA World Cup 2022.

World Cup's Sexiest Fan Supports Croatia

World Cup's Sexiest Fan Supports Croatia

Rediff.com   10 Dec 2022

Instagram model Ivana Knoll has appeared at every Croatian game at the FIFA World Cup to support her country, always in hot outfits, thwarting Qatar's modesty laws.

Move Over Messi, Argentina Has A New Hero

Move Over Messi, Argentina Has A New Hero

Rediff.com   10 Dec 2022

The Aston Villa 'keeper saved three penalties in the 2021 Copa America semi-final and Argentina went on to lift the trophy. Now he's stopped two more in a World Cup quarter-final and this could just be a good omen for Messi!

17 Record Cards In Ill-Tempered Game

17 Record Cards In Ill-Tempered Game

Rediff.com   10 Dec 2022

In a highly ill-tempered game, players from both teams threw challenges, pushed and shoved each other, culminating in 48 fouls!

PIX: Agony and Ecstasy as Croatia knock out Brazil

PIX: Agony and Ecstasy as Croatia knock out Brazil

Rediff.com   9 Dec 2022

Neymar had scored late in the first half of extra time to give Brazil the lead, but Croatia equalised when Bruno Petkovic scored in the 117th.

'Shame to humiliate a man who has given so much'

'Shame to humiliate a man who has given so much'

Rediff.com   7 Dec 2022

'Yes, Ronaldo won't play forever, unfortunately he doesn't score goals now, he's old, Portugal doesn't need Ronaldo (clapping emojis).'

'I want to send a huge hug to Pele'

'I want to send a huge hug to Pele'

Rediff.com   6 Dec 2022

'This victory is for him. I hope that everything goes well, that he can get out of this situation and we can be champions for him.'

Does Any Team Have Such Pretty Support?

Does Any Team Have Such Pretty Support?

Rediff.com   6 Dec 2022

Since the beginning of the World Cup, Ilham has been cheering Morocco on in Doha.

How Dominik Livakovic Made History

How Dominik Livakovic Made History

Rediff.com   6 Dec 2022

Livakovic became only the third goalkeeper to save three penalties in a shootout at the World Cup after compatriot Danijel Subasic (versus Denmark 2018) and Portugal's Ricardo (versus England 2006).

Neymar, Vinicius Jr Dance Away!

Neymar, Vinicius Jr Dance Away!

Rediff.com   6 Dec 2022

It was a carnival at the FIFA World Cup in Doha on Monday as Brazil pumped in four goals against South Korea to enter the quarters.

Deepika To Unveil FIFA World Cup Trophy

Deepika To Unveil FIFA World Cup Trophy

Rediff.com   6 Dec 2022

Deepika will be the first actor to receive such an honour at the world's most-watched sporting event.

Praying For Pele

Praying For Pele

Rediff.com   5 Dec 2022

'He is not saying goodbye in a hospital right now.'

Meet Argentina's Cutest Supporters

Meet Argentina's Cutest Supporters

Rediff.com   5 Dec 2022

Antonella Roccuzzo and her children stole the show during Argentina's 2022 World Cup last 16 clash against Australia on Saturday night.

Messi surpasses Maradona in his 1,000th career game

Messi surpasses Maradona in his 1,000th career game

Rediff.com   4 Dec 2022

In total, he has scored 788 career goals.

Sprinter Dutee Chand sparks wedding rumours

Sprinter Dutee Chand sparks wedding rumours

Rediff.com   3 Dec 2022

Putting an end to the rumours, ANI quoted Dutee's manager saying: "They both attended Dutee's sister's wedding."

Praggnanandhaa, Third Youngest Arjuna Awardee

Praggnanandhaa, Third Youngest Arjuna Awardee

Rediff.com   3 Dec 2022

On November 30, President Droupadi Murmu presented the Sports and Adventure Awards 2022.

What's Unusual About This Pic?

What's Unusual About This Pic?

Rediff.com   2 Dec 2022

It's the first yellow card issued by a lady referee in the men's World Cup -- Stephanie Frappart is the umpire; Costa Rica's Oscar Duarte is the player -- and it all happened in the 76th minute of the match against Germany.

G-O-A-L!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

G-O-A-L!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rediff.com   1 Dec 2022

In a World Cup, which has seen minnows stun favourites, glimpses of four goals to make you smile.

Arjuna Awards For Nikhat, Lakshya, Seema, Eldhose...

Arjuna Awards For Nikhat, Lakshya, Seema, Eldhose...

Rediff.com   1 Dec 2022

On November 30, President Droupadi Murmu presented the Sports and Adventure Awards 2022 at Rashtrapati Bhavan.