Barcelona hosts Manchester United Thursday in a matchup that has twice graced the Champions League final, but this week has the relative ignominy of taking place in the Europa League playoff round. The Catalans crashed out of the Champions League (Europe’s premier competition) in the group round, while Manchester United finished runner up in its […]
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Marcus Rashford's hot streak fuels Man Utd revival
Marcus Rashford has put two years of frustration behind him as the Manchester United star’s blistering form has inspired his club’s return to relevance in the Premier League. Rashford will spearhead United’s attack in Saturday’s crucial derby against Manchester City after recovering from a difficult period that threatened to squander his vast potential. Before the […]
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Manchester United: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer gets 'dream job' with permanent appointment
Norwegian Ole Gunnar Solskjaer,who has turned Manchester United around since he arrived at Old Trafford on an interim basis in December to replace Jose Mourinho, has been given a three-year contract as manager. “This is the job that I always dreamed of doing and I’m beyond excited to have the chance to lead the club […]
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What They're Saying: Thomas Tuchel
“I am a big supporter of VAR and I stay a big supporter of VAR. From my point of view, I watched Dalot take the shot. I saw the ball flying straight from his foot and for me it was clear that it wasgoing way over the bar. There are many things to discuss before […]
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What They're Saying: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
“We’ve had some great keepers at this club, and I think he’s challenging both Edwin [van der Sar] and Peter [Schmeichel] for the No. 1 spot historically.” — ManchesterUnited interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on David de Gea after the Spaniard made 11 saves in United’s 1-0 win at Tottenham for its sixth straight win […]
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What They're Saying: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
“Football is easy if you’ve got good players. I arrived on Wednesday night and only had Thursday and Friday with the players. Wayne Rooney texted me and gave me some advice, so it must bedown to him. He told me to make them play football, enjoy themselves and be Manchester United.” — New Manchester United […]
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What They're Saying: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
“We will get the players enjoying football and looking forward to seeing the supporters again.” — Norwegian Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Manchester United’s interim manager, on takingover following the firing of Jose Mourinho. (MUTV)
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What They're Saying: Jose Mourinho
“I have been immensely proud to wear the badge of Manchester United since the first day I arrived, and I believe all United supporters recognise this. Just as was the case with my previousclubs, I have worked with some wonderful people and I believe that some will be my friends for life. I know that […]
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What They're Saying: Manchester United Supporters' Trust
“The regression of the team led by the manager may be the immediate trigger for today’s action, it is also the result of some poor decisions. Three managerial appointments each withdifferent playing styles and the player investments that they triggered.” — Manchester United Supporters’ Trust on Tuesday’s firing of Jose Mourinho as United manager.The consensus […]
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What They're Saying: Jose Mourinho
“I go to London tonight, if tomorrow it rains in London, it’s my fault. If there is a problem to have agreements of the Brexit, it’s my fault.” — Manchester United manager JoseMourinho, amid what he described as “wickedness” and “manhunting” to get him fired, after United came back from 2-0 down to beat Newcastle […]