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/ 6 days ago

Ruben Amorim matches Sir Alex Ferguson's milestone after Manchester United's derby win over City

Following Manchester United's 2-1 victory over Manchester City, Ruben Amorim matched a Premier League milestone previously achieved by the legendary Sir Alex Ferguson.
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/ 47 days ago

Amorim makes Sir Alex Ferguson mention in addressing fan expectations at Manchester United

With fans eagerly anticipating his arrival at Manchester United, Ruben Amorim referenced the legendary Sir Alex Ferguson while addressing the high expectations surrounding him.

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/ 62 days ago

Sir Alex Ferguson: Driving force behind Messi's MLS move

Lionel Messi's blockbuster move to MLS in 2023 stunned the soccer world, not only for its impact on the American sports landscape. It also solidified Inter Miami’s position as a rising force in global soccer. According to David Beckham, owner of Inter Miami, much of the credit for securing Messi’s signature and sealing his arrival […]

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/ 81 days ago

Sir Alex Ferguson picks Ten Hag's successor at United?

Manchester United finds itself in a turbulent phase as the team continues to struggle under current manager Erik ten Hag. Amid growing discontent over recent performances, speculation about potential managerial replacements is rife. Among the names being floated is former Juventus boss Massimiliano Allegri. He reportedly has the backing of the club's legendary manager, Sir […]

Leagues: EPL

/ 352 days ago

Manchester United and the evolution of its midfield diamond

The fallacy surrounding Manchester United in recent seasons has been that of the midfield diamond. A tactical concept, and a strategical structure, deriving at Manchester United from how Bobby Charlton was deployed in the 1960s. A deep-lying center forward, alongside hard-tackling midfield creator-destroyers, such as Maurice Setters, Paddy Crerand, David Sadler, or Nobby Stiles. Bringing […]

Leagues: EPL

/ 3720 days ago

Understanding Roy Keane When You Never Got To See Him Play

Whenever Roy Keane speaks, the world seems to stop and take notice. For a figure who is disregarded by many as a rash instigator, his opinion matters. Yet, unlike experienced reporters or long-time supporters who witnessed and maybe even grew up with Keane, I never got to see him shine at the Theatre of Dreams. […]
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Leagues: EPL

/ 3725 days ago

Serializations Clouding The Bigger Picture With Soccer Autobiographies

Currently, in the United Kingdom the serialization of a top sporting figure’s autobiography is gripping the media and the sporting world. It has drawn responses from all quarters and no one involved comes out of this sorry saga looking terribly good. Of course I’m referring to the autobiography of former England Cricketer Kevin Pietersen but […]

Leagues: EPL

/ 3726 days ago

What It's Like Supporting Manchester United From Australia

Supporting Manchester United as an Australian has been a difficult practice of late, given the club’s downward spiral after Sir Alex Ferguson retired after 27 years at the helm. David Moyes infamously replaced the legendary Scot, and that is when the United shambles began. Like in England and many other parts of the world, non-United […]

Leagues: EPL

/ 3737 days ago

The Best Manchester United Captains Have Always Had A Pact With The Devil

People, especially soccer fans and soccer journalists, do have a short memory. We are reminded of this only too often. One of the latest discussion points in the world of (English) soccer has been Louis van Gaal’s appointment of Wayne Rooney as captain of Manchester United. Fans and, perhaps especially, journalists and “experts” have been […]