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No More Saturday Games For United
22 February 2012, 12:19 pm
If Manchester United knock Ajax out of the Europa League on Thursday, they will not play another game on Saturday for the rest of the season. The following changes were announced today: QPR (H) Sun 8 Apr (1.30pm Sky) Wigan (A) Wed 11 Apr (7.45, not televised) Villa (H) Sun 15 Apr (4pm Sky) Everton [...]...Kuszczak: Watford Is My Team Now
22 February 2012, 8:47 am
After joining Watford on loan until the end of the season, Tomasz Kuszczak has revealed he hopes he can get playing time so he can be considered for the Euros. “I really miss the feeling of a matchday when you’re involved,” Kuszczak told Watford’s official website. “Where Watford were in the Championship table never crossed [...]...Kuszczak Leaves On Loan
21 February 2012, 12:33 pm
Tomasz Kuszczak has joined Watford on loan until the end of the season. Watford are currently 17th in the Championship. Kuszczak has been unhappy at the club for some time after dropping further down the pecking order. This season he has been the 4th choice keeper and often plays for the Reserves. Last summer the [...]...Fergie: Never Discussed Who Will Replace Me
20 February 2012, 9:05 pm
Sir Alex Ferguson has today claimed in an interview with Radio 5 Live that he has never discussed which manager will replace him when he’s ready to retire. There have been several managers who have been linked to the job over the years although unlike Ferguson, haven’t managed to maintain success. From Roy Keane to [...]...Smalling: I Should Win The League Every Year At United
20 February 2012, 6:15 pm
Five years ago, Chris Smalling was playing in the Isthmian League Premier Division with Maidstone and now he plays for the Champions of England. After signing for the club over two years ago, Smalling came in to the first team squad 18 months ago and says that he doesn’t feel like one of the newbies [...]...
Antonio Valencia – January 2012 Player of the Month – The Terminator is Back
21 February 2012, 9:26 am
So why are us United fans mourning the loss of our winger, Luis Antonio Valencia Mosquera, who sustained his injury whilst creating the second decisive goal against Ajax? Our Ecuadorian winger, (born on the 4th August 1985), has just ‘TERMINATED’ the opposition in Januarys’ Player On the Month Award with Our Red Rants Readers, winning [...] ...Is Suarez obsessed with United?
20 February 2012, 8:50 pm
Reports today suggest that Luis Suarez will attend Thursday’s Europa League clash between Manchester United and Ajax at Old Trafford. According to The People and the The Daily Mail, the Uruguayan striker – a former Ajax player – has accepted a ticket from a friend and will be in the stands watching his former team in three days [...] ...
Bring Out The Witch Doctor
20 February 2012, 7:25 pm
How strange it was to watch Manchester United play on a Thursday night in a European game. As the players lined up, they heard the anthem of the Europa League which was uncharted territory for anyone... Continue to the full story ...Why Did It Have To Be A Relief At The End?
11 February 2012, 7:13 pm
A big sigh of relief at the end of the game but why did we have to sigh at the end when it was so comfortable for so long in the match? It was because once Manchester United took a 2 goal lead,... Continue to the full story ...Is Patrice Evra’s Time Up?
9 February 2012, 4:10 pm
During the past five seasons, Manchester United's full-time left-back/part-time captain/wannabe winger has played more minutes than any other outfield player. Now though, the effects of all the... Continue to the full story ...Can’t wait till Saturday, bring on Liverpool!
8 February 2012, 6:44 pm
As the build up continues and gathers pace for the big game this Saturday against our hated arch-rivals, Liverpool, the team we love to hate and that too with a passion wherever you are in the globe,... Continue to the full story ...Move aside Cleverley, Pogba is here!
4 February 2012, 11:27 am
Now the title of this one might be rather annoying to some fans. Many (me included) have seen Tom Cleverley becoming something of a savior for our team. In truth, when we were 2-0 down against City... Continue to the full story ...
Ferguson Hopeful Depleted Squad Can Defy City’s Millions
13 January 2012, 11:22 am
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is hopeful his team can prevent neighbours Manchester City from becoming the dominant force in English football, in much the same way he did with Jose Mourinho’s Chelsea team. The London club won two titles under Mourinho after spending big on players, but Sir Alex rebuilt his squad and [...]...Gibson Set To Complete Everton Transfer
13 January 2012, 11:15 am
Manchester United midfielder Darron Gibson is reportedly on the verge of a move to Everton after undergoing a medical at Goodison Park on Thursday night. The Irish midfielder has struggled to make an impact at Old Trafford and was fined a week’s wages last month after turning up for training worse for wear after a [...]...Manchester United and Online Bingo
12 November 2011, 7:16 pm
You might be wondering howManchesterUnited and online bingo actually go together but they do. Many of the fans that love Manchester United also love to play bingo. The demographics show that many young people who are fierce fans of Manchester United are also in the same age group that loves to play online bingo. [...]...25 Years for Fergie
9 November 2011, 7:59 am
Did you know it has been 25 years for Sir Alex Ferguson with Manchester United? Fergie became manager of Manchester United on November 6th, 1986 so last Sunday marked 25 years with the team. It has been quite a ride for Manchester United in the last quarter century underFerguson’s leadership. WhenFergusonfirst took over Manchester United [...]...Vidic set for Premier League return
13 October 2011, 10:04 am
Nemanja Vidic could make only his second Premier League start of the season on Saturday when Manchester United look to snap a three-game winless run against bitter rivals Liverpool at Anfield. The 29-year-old has not kicked a ball for the champions since limping out of the opening-day win at West Brom. The Old Trafford club [...]...
U18s: United 1 Portsmouth 2 – Pompey pinch the points on opening day
20 August 2011, 11:35 pm
Saturday August 20th, 11am Trafford Training Centre, Carrington - Manchester United U18s 1-2 Portsmouth U18s Lawrence 89 Colson 22 Grant 68 United’s new-look academy side fell to an unfortunate opening day defeat at Carrington as an oft-outplayed Portsmouth took all three points in smash and grab fashion. Paul McGuinness’ team offered glimpses of a [...]...Tranmere 1 United XI 1: Honours even after Lingard leveller
28 July 2011, 3:04 am
Friendly Wednesday July 27th 2011, 7.30pm Prenton Park, Birkenhead - Tranmere Rovers 1-1 Manchester United XI McChrystal 4 Lingard 34 United’s reserves continued their hectic pre-season programme with a creditable – if somewhat dour – 1-1 draw against League One Tranmere Rovers at Prenton Park. The hosts took an early lead through Mark McChrystal [...]...Ayr Utd 0 United XI 1: Norwood nets winner in second leg of Scottish double-header
26 July 2011, 7:22 pm
Friendly Monday July 25th 2011, 7.30pm Somerset Park, Ayr - Ayr United 0-1 Manchester United XI Norwood 54 Oliver Norwood capped off a worthwhile visit to Scotland for United’s Reserves with a sublime curling effort to beat a competitive Ayr United side 1-0 at Somerset Park. After beating Spartans 7-1 twenty-four hours earlier, there [...]...Youth Cup: U18s set for Chelsea challenge
20 April 2011, 8:37 am
United’s U18s take on Chelsea in the second leg of their FA Youth Cup semi-final at Old Trafford this evening, the tie finely poised after the Blues’ 3-2 victory at Stamford Bridge 10 days ago. Paul McGuinness’ young Reds will attempt to reach the 14th Youth Cup Final in the club’s illustrious history, with Sheffield [...]...Youth Cup: Chelsea 3 United 2 – Reds roar back to set up scintillating second leg
11 April 2011, 7:49 am
FA Youth Cup Semi-Final, First Leg April 10th 2011, 12.30pm Stamford Bridge, West London - Chelsea U18s 3-2 Manchester United U18s Chalobah 30, 42 Lingard 56 Devyne 72 Pogba 77 A storming second half display by United’s youngsters has left their FA Youth Cup Semi-Final with Chelsea finely poised, the West London club [...]...
Manchester United Soccer School in Mumbai Starts Operations
17 February 2012, 7:51 am
...Park Ji-sung proud to play 200 matches for Manchester United
9 February 2012, 4:48 am
...Tickets for the London 2012 Olympic Football Tournament on Sale until February 6th
1 February 2012, 5:27 pm
...Mame Diouf Joins Hannover 96, But Why?
29 January 2012, 10:51 am
...Manchester United and Arsenal Players Pledge to Make this Weekend Count
20 January 2012, 6:51 am
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Ajax 0 – 2 Man Utd (Europa League 2011-12)
17 February 2012, 1:30 pm
Sometimes you can just tell within minutes that you have put the wrong bet on and this was one such occasion. I don’t know if we showed Ajax a little too much respect or it was the other way ’round but the opening forty-five minutes of this game was tedious in the extreme for large [...]The Red Devil - A Manchester United and Football Blog...Ajax v Man Utd (Europa League 2011-12)
16 February 2012, 1:31 pm
Whilst an appearance in the Europa League might be something of a comedown for us Manchester United fans, a thought should be spared for Ajax who, in days gone by, were one of the best and most successful sides in the history of the game. In the early seventies, they won the European Cup three [...]The Red Devil - A Manchester United and Football Blog...Body Clock Readjustment
14 February 2012, 12:48 pm
The Champions League gets underway this evening with a couple of decent games to look forward to including Barcelona away to Leverkusen and then tomorrow Arsenal take on AC Milan in Italy. The other four matches get played next week but there’s one name missing from the fixture list – that of Manchester United. Yes, [...]The Red Devil - A Manchester United and Football Blog...Man Utd v Liverpool (Premier League 2011-12)
11 February 2012, 9:19 am
Manchester United v Liverpool. You would think that that in itself is enough to fill any number of column inches but certain journalists have seemed desperate to make more of this than I think is necessary. Sometimes I wish certain journalists would understand that for the vast majority of football fans, football is an escape [...]The Red Devil - A Manchester United and Football Blog...Stay Put, Harry!
9 February 2012, 9:34 am
Following Fabio Capello’s resignation as England manager as a result of him actually possessing a thing called “principles” the clamour is now for Harry Redknapp to take over the job. “Come on Harry! Your Country needs you!” Is this the same country that yesterday had him in the dock on tax evasion charges? The same [...]The Red Devil - A Manchester United and Football Blog...
SIR ALEX FERGUSON NOT FAZED BY ‘ENDLESS TWEETS AND BLOGS’.
24 December 2011, 9:07 pm
Manchester United fans who pick Sir Alex Ferguson’s programme note for Boxing Day fixture against Wigan Athletic to read will have their hope of any possible transfer in January brought to the low. Fans of the Champions have for long hoped for a world class central midfielder. Their optimism were heightened by Paul Scholes r...Wayne Rooney Lauds Manchester United’s Away Form
23 December 2011, 8:42 pm
Manchester United had stayed invincible in the Premier League until February last season but had a poor run of away games. The Red Devils had taken just 13 points from 27 by this time last season, with seven draws and two wins. The Champions went on to win just seven of their outings in the whole of last season and that landmark has already been reached this season with only nine away games gone. Having picked 23 points from a possible 27 points –seven wins and two draws – , Wayne ......Sir Alex Impressed With Manchester United Win
22 December 2011, 9:11 pm
Manchester United’s outstanding display against Fulham at the Craven Cottage –a place where they had not won any of their last three fixtures – on Wednesday night saw them maintain their two point gap with league leaders Manchester City with a five goal demolition. Sir Alex Ferguson was pleased with his side’s performance and said after the game: “I think it was one of our best performances of the season, particularly in the first half when we played some superb football. “It is not ...Manchester United to be listed in Hong Kong Stock Exchange
16 June 2011, 8:39 pm
American owners of Manchester United could be set to list the football club on the Hong Kong stock exchange, which could value the club at around £1.7 billion. Manchester United is the most valuable sports franchise in the world and has a large following across Asia, meaning that listing in Hong Kong could make a rather large increase in the valuation. The Glazer family paid just £790 million for the club in 2005 and have loaded their own personal debt onto the club ever since. The English Pre...Wesley Sneijder and Luka Modric will make Manchester United Number One Again
9 June 2011, 10:06 am
Manchester United have had a fantastic season, overtaking Liverpool domestically by winning the 19th title, which should not be forgotten. This season has culminated a truly sensational feat by Sir Alex Ferguson but it is not over yet as the next target is Barcelona. The Champions League Final at Wembley last month illustrated the difference in quality between Manchester United and Barcelona. Many have even gone as far to say that Barcelona are the greatest club side in the history of the game. ...
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We’re free to do whatever they want
21 February 2012, 8:41 am
Author: Herzog’s Child Follow Herzog’s Child on Twitter Given the enormous brouhaha that emanated from the now tedious race-gate, one would be forgiven for thinking the sneering one’s refusal to shake the hand of someone he racially abused was the one and only vile act of February 11th last. Yet the day’s initial ugly act [...]...Fergie to move upstairs?
20 February 2012, 2:15 pm
Author: Stretford_End Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has revealed that he would like to ‘move upstairs’ in two or three years time when his legendary reign as boss comes to an end. Ferguson revealed in a radio interview that he also had the chance to sign Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart, who was playing [...]...Things: United and Liverpool haircuts; dancing babies and struggling managers
15 February 2012, 10:05 pm
Authors: Doron, Written Offside, Nik and Rob Follow Doron, Written Offside, Nik and Rob on Twitter Here arriveth the third installment of the “Things” column, covering random highlights and lowlights from last weekend’s football. Musings this week are brought to you as ever from Nik, Doron and Rob (he’s the funny one); with the added [...]...Talking Points: Manchester United 2-1 Liverpool
13 February 2012, 10:55 pm
Authors: Stretford End, Doron and Nik Follow Stretford End, Doron and Nik on Twitter It’s sad really that many will expect to be reading about non-footballing issues on a piece written about a football game. To be honest, the biggest disappointment post-match was that the Guardian have discontinued their chalkboards and therefore here ends analysis [...]...The Managerial Merry Go Round – Next Stop MUFC
10 February 2012, 3:30 pm
Author: Bricki Follow Bricki on Twitter We’ve been extremely lucky as Manchester United fans, we’ve had stability for over twenty five years in the management of our club. Whilst we have had changes in ownership, playing staff and coaching staff, the man at the helm has been there through out. Sir Alex Ferguson is a [...]...
Our boys in the offseason
13 June 2011, 10:27 pm
Our youngsters are still keeping busy after the long taxing EPL season. Chicharito for one has carried his fine scoring form into the Gold Cup where he’s currently the top scorer with 5 goals from 3 games. For a player who was supposed to be eased into the rigors of the English game and pegged more [...]...Phil Jones saga resolved
13 June 2011, 9:44 pm
As most of you have probably heard by now, the Phil Jones debacle has finally drawn to a close. There appears to be conflicting reports on the final agreed upon fee that we paid to Blackburn. Some are saying that we compromised and arrived at a figure close to 20m so as not to draw [...]...Phil Jones transfer saga update
10 June 2011, 6:25 am
So..it looks like we’ve made no further progress in regards to our bid for Phil Jones. Soccernet is reporting that while we’ve agreed to personal terms with the player AND met the buyout clause in his contract, the most important thing hasn’t been resolved. And that would be the actual transfer fee to convince Blackburn to [...]...the Phil Jones saga
9 June 2011, 12:01 pm
Will he or won’t he? That was the big question throughout the day that marked the (at time of posting) potential transfer of Phil Jones to United. If you followed it unfold as avidly as I did, the whole debacle could be summarized in this way: Breaking news – Phil Jones has snubbed some of the other [...]...Scholes retires
31 May 2011, 7:42 pm
We knew this day was coming. We knew it was going to happen sooner rather than later. The ending of a storied and illustrious chapter in United’s history. Perhaps the fact that Scholes hasn’t featured as prominently in the past couple of months has made the announcement easier to stomach. Yes, we’re losing a legend. But [...]...
Pressure on De Gea and Ferguson as United look to keep pace with leaders City at Chelsea...
5 February 2012, 1:35 pm
Bet 365 - Click here for £200 of Free Bets now Manchester United are set to take on Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in what has become a very important Premier League fixture in recent seasons, largely thanks to the self-indulgence of Roman Abramovich. The champions are currently three points behind Manchester City, and Ferguson will want to keep the pressure on the league leaders. Ahead of the...Mourinho unlikely to choose cash-strapped Manchester United...
30 January 2012, 3:00 pm
News that Jose Mourinho could be about to de-camp to yet another club will no doubt result in managers at some of Europe's top clubs looking over their shoulders. It was ever thus. Mourinho is of course hugely successful; his wins to games ratio at 69% is astonishing, that's an incredible ll% higher than Ferguson's - though, it's true the United manager has been around for a lot longer....No excuses for De Gea and United as Liverpool deliver FA Cup KO....
28 January 2012, 8:06 pm
Manchester United were knocked out of the FA Cup at Anfield on Saturday by a less than impressive Liverpool team. United enjoyed the lions share of possession for long periods of a game that they by and large controlled, but the champions were once again guilty of making costly defensive errors and at the other end they were toothless up front. Ferguson elected to start with Carrick, Giggs and...United set to lose £30m: Berbatov to move on a free transfer next summer?
17 January 2012, 7:25 pm
The future of Dimitar Berbatov continues to be the subject of intense media speculation. The £30m striker is out of contract next summer and is therefore free to talk to would be suitors. The former Spurs striker has been linked to CSKA Moscow, Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen. Last month, Ferguson hinted that he was ready to activate a clause in the Bulgarian's contract; one that would...Scholes vindicates return. De Gea left out again, but all is not well at Manchester United....
15 January 2012, 3:18 pm
United went level with Manchester City at the top of the Barclays Premier League thanks to Saturday's three-nil win over struggling Bolton. In truth, for the second home league game in a row, despite the winning margin, United made hard work of it. While the win over Bolton keeps the pressure on leaders City, it was not the performance of champions. Jonny Evans and Rafael were restored to the...
Manchester United v Wolves preview: Can United recover from their European hangover?
9 December 2011, 10:29 am
Manchester United welcome Wolverhampton Wanderers to Old Trafford at 3pm on Saturday as both teams will look for three points, with very contrasting reasons. While the visitors linger dangerously only a few points above the relegation zone, the hosts badly need the three points to keep up the pace with Manchester City, who are running [...]...Will United thrive as favorites during December?
30 November 2011, 5:14 pm
December looks to be a very important and a very busy month for Manchester United. Premiership betting odds have arch-rivals Manchester City as title favorites, but with six league matches this month, a perfect month could see things shifting in United’s favor going into the new year. Along with their packed Premier League slate, United [...]...Manchester United Midfield Player Anderson Ruled Out Till February 2012
27 November 2011, 7:49 am
The renowned midfielder of the Manchester Anderson has been ruled out with a knee injury. He has been ruled out until February 2012. Anderson is a famous Brazilian footballer who had crucial ligament damage and was forced to undergo a surgery two years ago. Anderson is again sent back to Portugal to the same specialist [...]...Manchester United Cut Debts, Increase Earnings
25 November 2011, 7:49 am
The English Premier League Champions Manchester is one the most popular events the in the world nowadays, which has gained the popularity by the increase interest by the people who are associated with the game. It has not only provided the great amount of revenue but also the profit from the game is unbelievable. The [...]...United 1-0 Sunderland: Welbeck earns win on Sir Alex Ferguson’s 25th anniversary
7 November 2011, 9:36 am
A combination of Danny Welbeck and Wes Brown ensured the disappointing hosts stole all three points as an unfortunate Sunderland side can count themselves unlucky for not getting something from the game. The Manchester United statistics don’t lie as the 19-time champions bossed the match but were not as convincing as you would expect from [...]...
Manchester United V Barca CL Final 2011 fan video preview
13 May 2011, 9:56 pm
...Video: Rooney bicycle kick winner against Man City
12 February 2011, 8:24 pm
...5 observations from the season opener
17 August 2010, 1:44 am
And the action is BACK!The wait was excruciating, especially since the kick off was further delayed till Monday, but boy it was well worth the wait. Although it's too early and unwise to draw broad conclusions, it is a good......The beauty and the beast: Holland V Spain World Cup Final Preview
8 July 2010, 10:21 pm
Alright, I am making an exception and doing a world cup final preview of sorts on this blog. So play along. There's a lot of interesting talk before the biggest game of the spectacle - most experts out there are......Mini review of Manchester United's 2009-2010 season
21 May 2010, 8:38 pm
Overall Verdict: Overachieved. See Injuries. Biggest Factor: Injuries Around 17 players missed a month or more. Owen's recovery was frustrating, Rio and Vidic hardly played together,Gazza/Brown/EVDS were out for a non-trivial spell, Anderson and Rooney towards the business end. We......
United Fans Remember The Flowers of Manchester
6 February 2012, 12:00 am
February 6th is a dark day for Manchester United fans worldwide every year. It marks the tragic anniversary of the Munich Air Disaster where The Busby Babes dream came to an end. The Flowers of Manchester One cold and bitter Thursday in Munich, Germany, Eight great football stalwarts conceded victory, Eight men will never play [...]...Man Utd Capable Of Hitting Blackburn For Five
31 December 2011, 12:10 am
There is plenty of cause for optimism, Man Utd can go top of the Premiership for at least 24 hours with a win on Saturday safe in the knowledge that the part of the season when Champions are made is still to come. United have been there and done that as far as the Premiership [...]...Man Utd v Wigan Odds Favour A Big Win For United
25 December 2011, 9:00 am
The Champions League elimination Man Utd went through a couple of weeks back could have crushed many teams’ confidence but it seems to have brought about an improvement in United’s league form with Sir Alex Ferguson’s team scoring eleven goals in their last three games, that’s more than they had scored in their previous ten [...]...Happy Days In London
24 December 2011, 8:03 pm
United ensured that all fans went into Christmas day in buoyant mood, with two convincing victories in London, away to QPR and then to Fulham, in the space of a week. United won the former fixture 2-0, although some might argue that there were more goals to be had on the given day. Goals were [...]...Match Preview – Questions to QPR
17 December 2011, 10:07 pm
I recently visited a QPR fans forum, asking questions to get their opinions on the upcoming match against us. Summed up here are a few of the best responses. The rest can be seen here >Questions to QPR fans * What do you think would be a good season for United? And where do you think [...]...
Joyce Pleased With Petrucci’s Development
21 February 2012, 1:53 pm
Reserve team manager Warren Joyce has praised Davide Petrucci for the the strides he has made this season. Having joined from Roma in 2008, the midfielder initially impressed before missing a large chunk of developmental time due to growth related injuries. Since returning in the middle of last season he has steadily shown the talent that [...]...Respect Is Key For Sir Alex
21 February 2012, 10:37 am
Sir Alex Ferguson claims his infamous ‘hairdryer’ has been retired. Many a player has been on the receiving end of his infamous half time (and in game!) blasts, but it appears Sir Alex has mellowed with age and the hairdryer is no longer a necessity. The image of Sir Alex exploding on the touchline is [...]...Is The End Near For Sir Alex?
20 February 2012, 9:55 pm
I can’t be the only person that has noticed an increase in speculation from the press, as well as words from Sir Alex himself on retirement? Last week Sir Alex voiced his support for Ryan Giggs as Manchester United’s next manager, former player Dion Dublin echoed his thoughts and this week Sir Alex is talking [...]...Scholes & Keane Top Of The Pile For Star
20 February 2012, 6:00 pm
At last night’s FIFA Interactive World Cup, Jay Bothroyd and Dickson Etuhu stopped by to try their hand against the best FIFA 12 players in the UK. After quickly realising that they should stick to their day jobs, they sat down with us to discuss all things football. Etuhu particularly had good things to say [...]...FIFA King Crowned At FIFA Interactive World Cup’s UK Qualifier Event
20 February 2012, 5:29 pm
Last night The Busby Way went down to London’s Oxford Street, as the country’s best FIFA 12 players went head to head in the UK Finals of the FIFA Interactive World Cup. The event, attended by QPR’s Jay Bothroyd and Fulham’s Dickson Etuhu, was a nervy affair as each player had just 8 minutes a [...]...
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Throat infection rules Wayne Rooney out of Europa League tie with Ajax
22 February 2012, 5:33 pm
• Forward hoping to return against Norwich on Sunday• Tom Cleverley set to continue his comeback from injuryWayne Rooney will miss the second leg of Manchester United's Europa League last-32 tie with Ajax due to a sore throat, but Tom Cleverley should continue his comeback from injury. The midfielder hopes a return to consistent action will help gain him selection for the England squad at this summer's European Championships.Sir Alex Ferguson, whose side defeated Ajax 2-0 in the openin...Will English clubs' Champions League failure be a passing phase? | Paul Wilson
22 February 2012, 3:31 pm
Chelsea and Arsenal's expected failure to reach the Champions League last eight could mark a low ebb in English footballThe vultures are beginning to circle over the stumbling, disorganised remnants of Premier League participation in Europe's major club competition, waiting for the moment when life can be pronounced extinct and the bones of a once thriving enterprise can be picked clean, probably prior to being danced over.In case you haven't heard, should Arsenal and Chelsea fail to overcome th...Manchester United's Wayne Rooney ruled out of Ajax Europa League match
22 February 2012, 2:52 pm
• Striker will miss game after picking up throat infection• United face Ajax at Old Trafford on Thursday nightSir Alex Ferguson has confirmed Wayne Rooney will miss Manchester United's Europa League match against Ajax on Thursday after he picked up a throat infection.Rooney developed the problem following the first leg in Amsterdam and, although he reported for training on Wednesday, was quickly sent home in the hope he will recover in time for Sunday's Premier League trip to Norwich."Wayne ...Meet the 'New Firm' of Liverpool and Man Utd (not much like the Old Firm) | Pat Kane
22 February 2012, 2:50 pm
Those attending the racism in football summit on racism should look north for a reality check – but vigilance is still requiredOne of the musings that has triggered today's summit on racism in football is that the escalating rivalry between Man Utd and Liverpool could be the start of something similar to the sectarian stew represented by the Old Firm of Rangers and Celtic in Glasgow. Some battle-weary Scots will have to ask for a moment's quiet consideration. In short: you really don't want to...Cost of Glazers' takeover at Manchester United reaches £500m | David Conn
22 February 2012, 2:09 pm
Despite seven years of success under the Glazers' rule, United have leaked half a billion to service the debt-laden ownershipFor most normal souls outrage can only last so long, and at Manchester United, supporters' fury at the Glazer family's pillage of their club has been tempered by titles won, the glories of Wayne Rooney, Nani and the rest in full flow, as well as the passage of nearly seven years. The Glazers have sat across the Atlantic, not communicating with the club's fans, and ridden i...
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson insists Premier League failures in Champions League is a 'blip'
22 February 2012, 10:30 pm
Sir Alex Ferguson believes dismal performance of leading clubs in the Champions League is temporary....Manchester City 4 Porto 0; agg 6-1: match report
22 February 2012, 10:00 pm
City produce a strong finish to power into the last 16 of the Europa League at the expense of 10-man holders Porto....Manchester United have no Saturday matches for rest of season after 'title decider' with City moved to a Monday
22 February 2012, 4:07 pm
Manchester derby moved toMonday night for TV - meaning United have no Saturday fixture for season if they get past Ajax....Manchester City v FC Porto: live
22 February 2012, 3:30 pm
Thom Gibbs' blog as Man City, who lead 2-1 on aggregate, aim to qualify for the last 16 of the Europa League....Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney to miss Ajax tie in Europa League with throat infection
22 February 2012, 2:35 pm
Sir Alex Ferguson confirms Wayne Rooney will miss Manchester United's Europa League clash with Ajax through illness....
Manchester United taunted by Basel's Xherdan Shaqiri
23 February 2012, 12:26 am
As if a Europa League tie against Ajax at Old Trafford will not be a painful enough reminder of their Champions League failure, Manchester United were taunted by Basel star Xherdan Shaqiri over their humiliating exit in Switzerland....Ravel Morrison homophobic tweet: Fined £7,000 by FA
22 February 2012, 11:57 pm
West Ham's Ravel Morrison has been fined £7,000 by the FA in response to a homophobic remark made on Twitter. Morrison has just joined the Hammers....Paul Pogba closer to Juventus move
22 February 2012, 10:30 pm
Juventus are understood to have outlined a four-year contract for Manchester United teenager Paul Pogba. The 18-year-old midfielder is also wanted by Chelsea....David Cameron gives FA ultimatum on racism
22 February 2012, 10:25 pm
David Cameron has given the FA two months to deliver a plan to combat racism in football. The Prime Minister urged football to address problems which could threaten to undo much hard work....Javier Hernandez is happy to be Manchester United's new super sub
22 February 2012, 7:21 pm
Javier Hernandez says he has no problem with being known as the new 'super sub' at Old Trafford after an explosive first 18 months with Manchester United....
Why Arsenal hope copying Man United's wage structure will help keep van Persie
22 February 2012, 10:32 pm
Arsenal are carrying out a stringent review of their wage policy. It is intended to ensure "efficiency" and that every pound is accounted for in a shake-up of player contracts. Arsenal majority shareholder Stan Kroenke has flown in this week for a board meeting and new contracts for Robin van Persie and Theo Walcott, which could see both players end up being quids in, will be high on the agenda. At the moment, Arsenal's star player van Persie is behind other big Premier League stars, and the ......EXCLUSIVE: Spurs to tempt Redknapp with new deal
22 February 2012, 10:31 pm
Levy hopes contract and arrival of new faces will convince manager to turn England down...Pearce's young Lions set to go Dutch
22 February 2012, 10:30 pm
String of senior England stars not being considered for next week's friendly by stand-in boss...Racism is a problem for society not just football, Prime Minister
22 February 2012, 10:30 pm
No, Prime Minister. We are not winning the fight against racism. Not when we are knee deep in a season characterised by race. Not when we have had the captain of our national team stripped of his position over racism allegations. Not when we have players openly abused on social networking sites on an almost daily basis. Not when we have police arresting fans on trains and staging dawn raids to round up so-called supporters who chant vile songs. Especially not when we have had Premier League m......Fergie: Prem's Euro woes are a blip
22 February 2012, 10:30 pm
English sides will bounce back from bad Champions League year predicts United boss...
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Man Utd v Ajax
22 February 2012, 10:49 pm
Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's game between Man Utd and Ajax in the Europa League....Ryan Giggs can be legally named as 'affair' footballer
21 February 2012, 5:12 pm
Ryan Giggs has consented to being legally named as the player referred to in a Sun article about an alleged affair....Manchester United boosts revenues and cuts its debt
21 February 2012, 1:55 pm
Man Utd says revenues for the last six months of 2011 increased by £18.5m on the year before to £175m, while debt was cut....Manchester United's Tomasz Kuszczak loaned to Watford
21 February 2012, 12:29 pm
Watford sign Manchester United keeper Tomasz Kuszczak on loan until the end of the season....Sir Alex Ferguson wants future role at Manchester United
20 February 2012, 12:24 pm
Sir Alex Ferguson says he wants a role at Manchester United after he steps down as manager but can see himself remaining in the role for "another two or three years....
Cleverley feels fresh
22 February 2012, 4:25 pm
Tom Cleverley says he is back to full match sharpness and ready to play his part in Manchester United's quest for domestic and European glory....Rooney ruled out
22 February 2012, 2:37 pm
Sir Alex Ferguson has revealed that Wayne Rooney will miss Manchester United's Europa League match against Ajax with a throat infection....Manchester Monday on Sky Sports
22 February 2012, 12:41 pm
April's derby showdown between Manchester City and Manchester United is to be shown live on Monday Night Football....Rooney misses training
22 February 2012, 12:27 pm
Wayne Rooney played no part in the open portion of training on the eve of Manchester United's Europa League clash with Ajax....Nasri not thinking of derby
22 February 2012, 8:19 am
Manchester City midfielder Samir Nasri is refusing to be distracted by a potential Europa League final against Manchester United....
Manchester United v Ajax Amsterdam: Preview
22 February 2012, 9:05 pm
Manchester United v Ajax Amsterdam: Preview...Pogba set to start, Rooney out
22 February 2012, 3:01 pm
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson could be set to hand 18-year-old midfielder Paul Pogba his European debut for the club on Thursday against Ajax in the Europa League....Hernandez happy with super-sub role
22 February 2012, 1:23 pm
Javier Hernandez insists he is not alarmed about being tagged as a super-sub for Manchester United, with the forward content to be aiding the team in any way possible....Vermeer: United a special game for Ajax
22 February 2012, 8:45 am
Mark Lomas speaks to Ajax No. 1 Kenneth Vermeer ahead of the European clash with Man Utd....Man Utd braced for European income cut
21 February 2012, 7:05 pm
Manchester United are bracing themselves for a massive dip in media revenues following their exit from the Champions League....
Ferguson would love all-Manchester final
22 February 2012, 4:43 pm
Sir Alex Ferguson would love to set up a classic European final with Manchester City....Ill Rooney sidelined
22 February 2012, 3:34 pm
Wayne Rooney has been ruled out of Manchester United's Europa League last-32 encounter with Ajax after picking up a throat infection....Throat infection rules Rooney out of Ajax match
22 February 2012, 2:57 pm
Wayne Rooney will miss Manchester United's Europa League match with Ajax Amsterdam on Thursday after picking up a throat infection, manager Alex Ferguson said on Wednesday....Rooney out with throat infection
22 February 2012, 2:43 pm
Sir Alex Ferguson has confirmed Wayne Rooney will miss Manchester United's Europa League clash with Ajax on Thursday after picking up a throat infection....Europa League - Rooney misses Ajax encounter
22 February 2012, 2:38 pm
Wayne Rooney has been ruled out of Manchester United's Europa League clash with Ajax due to a sore throat....
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