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Russia hands over World Cup hosting duties to Qatar

Russia hands over World Cup hosting duties to Qatar

Rediff.com15 Jul 2018

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday handed over the mantle of World Cup host to the emir of Qatar, whose country will stage the 2022 edition of the tournament.

Warne tears into 'unsupportive captain' Steve Waugh in new book

Warne tears into 'unsupportive captain' Steve Waugh in new book

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

'Baggy Green worship made me want to puke'

World Cup has changed perception of Russia, says FIFA president

World Cup has changed perception of Russia, says FIFA president

Rediff.com15 Jul 2018

The World Cup has helped changed people's view of Russia, FIFA President Gianni Infantino told an audience at an event in Moscow's Bolshoi Theatre on Saturday, standing alongside Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Southgate singles out Stones for praise, defends Kane

Southgate singles out Stones for praise, defends Kane

Rediff.com15 Jul 2018

Gareth Southgate singled out defender John Stones for special praise and defended captain Harry Kane's performance

For the rest of our lives, we'll kick ourselves, says England's Delph

For the rest of our lives, we'll kick ourselves, says England's Delph

Rediff.com15 Jul 2018

England midfielder Fabian Delph says he and his team mates will live with regret for their World Cup semi-final defeat by Croatia for the rest of their lives.

'World Cup third place ensures legacy for Belgian football'

'World Cup third place ensures legacy for Belgian football'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2018

A third place finish at the World Cup on Saturday leaves a strong legacy for Belgian football, coach Roberto Martinez said

Pitana's path from film extra to World Cup final referee

Pitana's path from film extra to World Cup final referee

Rediff.com14 Jul 2018

The 43-year-old from the small sub-tropical province of Misiones will become the second referee after compatriot Horacio Elizondo to officiate at both the opening match and final after being picked for Sunday's match between France and Croatia.

France beware! This 'little man' is motivated

France beware! This 'little man' is motivated

Rediff.com14 Jul 2018

I'm the little man who can, says Croatia's Modric

Why Rebic is perfect for Croatian counter

Why Rebic is perfect for Croatian counter

Rediff.com14 Jul 2018

Croatia will need their big-game players to step up.

France coach Didier Deschamps on brink of history

France coach Didier Deschamps on brink of history

Rediff.com14 Jul 2018

Deschamps has proven both innovative and brave as coach, and is now one victory away from joining an elite club.

France jerseys a big hit before World Cup final

France jerseys a big hit before World Cup final

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

Football fever has gripped the French capital and sales of the national team's soccer shirts are surging ahead of France's World Cup final against Croatia.

French wavebreaker Kante having the World Cup of his life

French wavebreaker Kante having the World Cup of his life

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

Playing in front of defenders, for much of his career Kante's abilities had gone unnoticed given that as recently as 2013 he was playing in France's second division.

Argentina's Pitana to referee World Cup final

Argentina's Pitana to referee World Cup final

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

Experienced Argentine official Nestor Pitana will referee the World Cup final between France and Croatia at the Luzhniki Stadium on Sunday, an uncontroversial decision which rewards his authoritative performances in Russia.

No positive doping tests at FIFA World Cup

No positive doping tests at FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

FIFA collected 2,761 samples prior to the tournament and another 626 during it, including 108 collected on non-matchdays, as part of the largest-ever World Cup testing programme.

Double joy for Nike in FIFA World Cup final

Double joy for Nike in FIFA World Cup final

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

For the first time in its history, the American sportswear manufacturer will be providing the kit for the two finalists, France and Croatia.

Bryan-Sock in Wimbledon men's doubles final

Bryan-Sock in Wimbledon men's doubles final

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

American doubles great Mike Bryan reached his first Grand Slam final without twin brother Bob on Thursday when he and Jack Sock beat Briton Dominic Inglot and Croatian partner Franko Skugor in a five-set thriller at Wimbledon.

Belgium and England reluctantly meet again

Belgium and England reluctantly meet again

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

Belgium and England have already met during the World Cup in a match both teams seemed reluctant to win and on Saturday they will face each other again in a game they both seem reluctant to play. The two sides must pick themselves up and dust themselves down after suffering the crushing disappointment of semi-final defeats to play for the modest prize of third place in a fixture often criticised as pointless.

'National Treasures': Media reacts to England's World Cup exit

'National Treasures': Media reacts to England's World Cup exit

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

England hailed as heroes after World Cup heartache

PIX: After heartbreaking defeat, England players find solace in WAGs and kids

PIX: After heartbreaking defeat, England players find solace in WAGs and kids

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

England players find solace in WAGs and kids

England's first World Cup semi-final since 1990 attracts few fans

England's first World Cup semi-final since 1990 attracts few fans

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

With their own bitter memories of past semi-final defeats in the soccer tournament, England and Croatia will be competing for a spot in Sunday's final against France.

'France were lucky,' Belgian PM tells Macron

'France were lucky,' Belgian PM tells Macron

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

Welcoming fellow leaders including Macron and US President Donald Trump to a summit of the NATO defence alliance in Brussels, premier Charles Michel said the Western bloc must go on setting aside differences to protect each other.

World Cup feats fuel joy and hope in France

World Cup feats fuel joy and hope in France

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

The Champs Elysees and the vast circle around the Arc de Triomphe were packed with an estimated 200,000 fans

Belgium will be back for tilt at Euro glory in 2020

Belgium will be back for tilt at Euro glory in 2020

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

Bitter defeat for Belgium in the World Cup semi-final is tempered by the fact that influential squad members will likely still be around in two years' time for the European Championship where they will have another realistic chance at a major title.

World soccer toasts Thai cave boys' rescue

World soccer toasts Thai cave boys' rescue

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

Some of soccer's biggest names are cheering the rescue of 12 Thai boys and their coach from a flooded cave

The driving force behind France's World Cup campaign

The driving force behind France's World Cup campaign

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

France coach Didier Deschamps heaped praise on his players after they reached the World Cup final with a 1-0 win over Belgium on Tuesday, saying the lost final at Euro 2016 was still on his mind.

Deschamps hails French character after World Cup semis win

Deschamps hails French character after World Cup semis win

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

"I'm very happy for my players, we showed character and the right mentality, it was very hard for us tonight. We worked hard defensively."

For 20 years, football wasn't coming home for England boss Southgate

For 20 years, football wasn't coming home for England boss Southgate

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

"Football's Coming Home is a song I couldn't even listen to for 20 years, frankly. So for me it has a slightly different feel," Southgate told reporters

France's set-piece decider proves it is still a simple game

France's set-piece decider proves it is still a simple game

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

The simplicity of football was again emphasised as France secured a place in the World Cup final from a basic set- piece.

Angry Ukraine fans deluge FIFA's Facebook page with posts

Angry Ukraine fans deluge FIFA's Facebook page with posts

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

Relations between Ukraine and Russia remain highly charged following Moscow's 2014 annexation of Ukraine's Crimea region and its backing for a separatist rebellion in eastern Ukraine. Some Ukrainian politicians have called on countries to boycott the soccer World Cup, which Russia is hosting.

Baxter the robot backs France to beat Belgium in World Cup semi-final

Baxter the robot backs France to beat Belgium in World Cup semi-final

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

The American-made robot housed in Moscow's Robo Station predicted a few hours before kickoff that France would beat Belgium in Tuesday's semi-final in St Petersburg.

Team spirit secret to England's recipe for success

Team spirit secret to England's recipe for success

Rediff.com9 Jul 2018

Before the tournament the groundwork was put in at England's tranquil, rural St George's Park training centre and once in Russia, they have been ensconced in the quiet lakeside resort of Repino, 45 kilometres outside of St Petersburg.

WC updates: Uruguayan Cunha to referee France versus Belgium semi-final

WC updates: Uruguayan Cunha to referee France versus Belgium semi-final

Rediff.com9 Jul 2018

Croatia's Football Federation (HNS) sacked Ognjen Vukojevic, a member of the national team's coaching staff, over a "glory to Ukraine" video posted after Croatia beat Russia in the World Cup quarter-finals, HNS said in a statement on Monday.

Wimbledon: Record rout of seeds complete as Bertens beats Pliskova

Wimbledon: Record rout of seeds complete as Bertens beats Pliskova

Rediff.com9 Jul 2018

Bertens, the first Dutchwoman to reach the last 16 since Michaella Krajicek, sister of former men's champion Richard, did so in 2007, followed up her win over Venus Williams in the third round with a display of power and poise.

FIFA WC: All you must know about Belgium-France semis history

FIFA WC: All you must know about Belgium-France semis history

Rediff.com9 Jul 2018

Belgium and France meet in the World Cup semi-final at the Saint Petersburg Stadium on Tuesday.

Glory in defeat: Fans hail Russia World Cup team

Glory in defeat: Fans hail Russia World Cup team

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

Despite Saturday's defeat, Russians have been celebrating, proud of a campaign which saw their players reach the last eight after starting out as the lowest-ranked team in the tournament.

Optimistic media celebrate England's World Cup semi-final spot

Optimistic media celebrate England's World Cup semi-final spot

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

Goals from Harry Maguire and Dele Alli gave Gareth Southgate's side a deserved 2-0 last-eight win over Sweden on Saturday, and they must now prepare to take on Croatia in three days time for a spot in the World Cup final.

PHOTOS: Luka is FIFA's Player of the Year!

PHOTOS: Luka is FIFA's Player of the Year!

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

'This award is not just mine.' 'It is my team mates' from Real Madrid and Croatia.' 'Without my coaches, I would not have won this and without my family I would not be the player I am today.'

Russia record holder Ignashevich retires after World Cup exit

Russia record holder Ignashevich retires after World Cup exit

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

The 38-year-old defender, who spent his entire club career at Russian clubs, was a key member of Russia's run to the last eight at their home tournament, having played in each of their five matches.

PIX: England erupts with joy as team reaches World Cup semis

PIX: England erupts with joy as team reaches World Cup semis

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

England's World Cup victory over Sweden on Saturday was heard throughout the land.

Two things that made the difference in England-Sweden tie

Two things that made the difference in England-Sweden tie

Rediff.com7 Jul 2018

England form and Pickford saves made the difference, said Sweden's coach