Man United 2 Arsenal 1: Lessons as Van Persie fires Red Devils to victory
Van Persie shows Arsenal what they’re missing Much of the build-up centred on Robin van Persie, who completed a £24m switch from Arsenal to Manchester…
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Southampton 2 Man United 3: Four lessons as Van Persie seals victory
The best and worst of Van Persie on show Robin van Persie endured a rollercoaster of an afternoon at St Mary’s, with the Netherlands international…
‘Versatile’ Fábio will shine at QPR next season, says Mark Hughes
Mark Hughes heaped praise on the “versatile” Fábio Da Silva after Queens Park Rangers confirmed the signing of the Manchester United defender on a season-long…
QPR’s Mark Hughes not interested in Manchester City revenge
Mark Hughes insists he is not interesting in gaining “revenge” on Manchester City when Queens Park Rangers take on the league leaders on Sunday. Hughes…
Man City 1 Man United 0: Lessons from a dramatic title showdown
Cometh the hour, Cometh the Kompany Vincent Kompany’s last Manchester derby ended in bitter disappointment as his first-half sending off contributed to the Eastland outfit’s…
QPR’s Mark Hughes on Ashley Young debate: Most players dive
Queens Park Rangers manager Mark Hughes has stated his belief that “most players dive” after being questioned over the furore surrounding Manchester United’s Ashley Young…
Blackburn 0 Man United 2: Lessons from a vital Red Devils victory
Match point United in title race Manchester United’s post-match reaction to their 2-0 victory over Blackburn Rovers epitomised the magnitude of claiming three points at…
Man United 1 Fulham 0: Lessons from an edgy Red Devils victory
Rafael and Valencia strike up partnership The right-sided combination of Rafael and Antonio Valencia posed the biggest threat to Fulham’s defence as the pair showcased…
Tottenham 1 Man United 3: Lessons from a crucial Red Devils win
United show why their champions Sir Alex Ferguson’s side were second best to Tottenham for large spells at White Hart Lane, but in typical United…
Chelsea 3 Man United 3: Lessons learned from a dramatic draw
A glance at England’s future Two of England’s brightest prospects, Daniel Sturridge and Danny Welbeck, were in sparkling form in a pulsating encounter at Stamford…
Sir Alex Ferguson is the best ever, declares Man United’s Wayne Rooney
Wayne Rooney has hailed Sir Alex Ferguson as the best manager ever and insists he would be thrilled to finish his career working under the…
Coach of the year Pep Guardiola warns Barça against complacency
Pep Guardiola insists he will not let Barcelona rest on their laurels after he was named world coach of the year for 2011 on Monday.…
Ballon d’Or 2011: Lionel Messi dedicates prize to Barcelona’s Xavi
It was fitting that Lionel Messi dedicated his 2011 Ballon d’Or award to his Barcelona team-mate Xavi. “I want to share this with my friend,…
Ballon d’Or 2011: Lionel Messi wins third straight crown
Lionel Messi has won the Ballon d’Or award for the third year running after beating off competition from Barcelona team-mate Xavi and Real Madrid’s Cristiano…
Real Madrid are Barcelona’s closest rivals, admits Sir Alex Ferguson
Sir Alex Ferguson believes Real Madrid are the team closest to challenging Barcelona’s dominance of European football – but he cannot see any side stopping…
Ballon d’Or 2011: Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo or Xavi?
Lionel Messi is waiting to discover if he will become the first man since Michel Platini to lift the Ballon d’Or for three years running…
I want to become a Manchester United great, says Paul Pogba
Paul Pogba has declared that he wants a regular spot in Manchester United’s first-team after Sir Alex Ferguson urged the midfielder to extend his stay…
We want to knock Manchester City off their perch, says Chris Smalling
Chris Smalling wants Manchester United to gain a psychological advantage by leapfrogging derby rivals Manchester City into the Premier League’s top spot. Sir Alex Ferguson’s…
Aston Villa 0 Manchester United 1: Phil Jones seals narrow win
Phil Jones struck in the first half to seal a vital three points for Manchester United as they stuttered to victory against Aston Villa. The…
Man United 1 Crystal Palace 2: Glenn Murray sends Eagles through
Glenn Murray headed in an extra-time winner as Crystal Palace stunned Manchester United at Old Trafford to reach the Carling Cup semi-finals. United were punished…
Man United 2 Benfica 2: Sir Alex Ferguson rues ‘freakish’ result
Sir Alex Ferguson felt Manchester United were unfortunate not to have beaten Benfica at Old Trafford after the Portuguese side held the Red Devils to…