After the failed Twitter bid that has left Tesla’s chief executive officer (CEO) in an arduous legal battle, Elon Musk has now set his eyes on buying the English football club Manchester United. “To be clear, I support the left half of the Republican Party and the right half of the Democratic Party,” […]
Manchester United confirm Jesse Lingard exit
Manchester United have confirmed that Jesse Lingard will leave the Premier League club when his contract expires at the end of June. An Academy graduate and dyed-in-the-wool Red, Jesse has been with United for over 20 years, having originally joined club’s Under-9s team in 2001. He was a key member […]
Manchester United defender Raphael Varane out for ‘few weeks’ with injury
Manchester United have released an official update on Raphael Varane after the defender was injured while on international duty with France.The statement reads: “Raphael Varane sustained a groin muscle injury in the UEFA Nations League final and has commenced rehabilitation at the club. He will be out for a few weeks.” The centre-back was […]
Ex-Manchester United striker Ighalo joins Saudi’s Al-Shabab
Nigerian striker Odion Ighalo, who recently concluded a year on loan at Manchester United, has joined Saudi Arabian side Al-Shabab from Shanghai Shenhua. The 31-year-old has signed a two-and-a-half-year deal, the six-time Saudi champions said on Twitter and becomes the latest major name to depart the Chinese Super League. Former […]
Three talking points from the Premier League
Manchester City were the big winners of the Premier League weekend after Manchester United’s trip to Liverpool failed to live up to the hype in a 0-0 draw. United stay top for now, but City are just two points back with a game in hand after they thrashed Crystal Palace […]
Rooney ends playing career to become full-time Derby boss
Former Manchester United and England star Wayne Rooney ended his illustrious playing career on Friday to take up the job of managing Championship side Derby on a full-time basis. Derby confirmed Rooney, 35, has agreed a permanent deal until 2023, having succeeded Phillip Cocu on an interim basis in November. […]
Historic divides fuel Liverpool, Man United rivalry
When Liverpool and Manchester United clash at Anfield tomorrow, one of the Premier League’s most explosive rivalries will carry an extra edge rarely seen in past meetings despite their trophy-laden histories. Over the past four decades, United and Liverpool have often been in the ascendant at different times, so a […]
Manchester United and Liverpool to meet in 4th round of FA Cup
Manchester United was drawn to host Liverpool in the fourth round of the FA Cup, pitting English soccer’s two biggest teams against each other. It means the fierce rivals will meet on successive weekends, with Liverpool hosting United in the Premier League on Jan. 17, followed by their FA Cup […]
Manchester United great Tony Dunne dies aged 78
Manchester United’s European Cup-winning defender Tony Dunne has died aged 78, the English Premier League club confirmed on Tuesday. Dunne, who joined United from Irish club Shelbourne in 1960, made 535 appearances for Matt Busby’s side and played an integral role in their European Cup triumph in 1968. He also […]
Rather play golf than coach Manchester United or Real Madrid, says Pep Guardiola
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has said that he will not consider coaching rivals, old or new, in the future in the Premier League, adding he would rather retire to the golf course than coach Manchester United or Real Madrid. “After training City I won’t train United,” Guardiola was quoted […]
Manchester United further behind in development than expected: Solskjaer
Manchester United have not progressed as much as what manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer had hoped for as they near the halfway stage of the Premier League season, but the Norwegian said his team would become more consistent with experience. Solskjaer, who took charge of United in December last year, has […]
Manchester United build momentum with win over Brighton
Manchester United’s upturn in form continued as Andreas Pereira and Marcus Rashford struck in a 3-1 victory over Brighton at Old Trafford that was even more comfortable than the scoreline suggested. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side also benefitted from a first half own goal from Davy Propper to recover from an […]