Cristiano Ronaldo has always been a bad loser, former Manchester United and Portugal team-mate Nani has revealed, with the all-time great breaking down in tears if things did not go his way. CR7 has spent his record-shattering career chasing perfection, with any stumbles endured when heading down that path leading to an outpouring of emotion.
Patrice Evra has been reflecting on his time at Manchester United, admitting that youngsters of today would consider boot cleaning to be a form of “slavery”. In his era at Old Trafford, the opportunity to make sure that Cristiano Ronaldo graced the field with sparkling footwear was a “reward”. Times have changed quickly, with CR7 now in charge of organising his own scrubbing.
Harry Maguire's Manchester United team-mates hope that the defender is offered a new contract and stays on beyond the end of this season, a report has revealed, as the 32-year-old nears the end of his Old Trafford deal. The defender sees his contract run out this summer and his future remains unresolved, though his team-mates apparently think it would be "madness" if the 64-cap England international is not kept on at the Red Devils.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe has apologised to the Glazers and the wider public after his controversial remarks about immigration in the United Kingdom sparked online outrage, and also raised concerns over Manchester United’s image, sponsor relations, and a potential new stadium project in the near future.
Manchester United star Matheus Cunhas has taken aim at supporter Frank Ilett, also know as The United Strand, and his viral haircut challenge. Ilett has vowed not to cut his hair until the Red Devils win five games in a row and is still waiting to book in a trip to the barbers. Michael Carrick's side had won four on the bounce before heading to West Ham last time out but could not get over the line as they slumped to a 1-1 draw.
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has come under more fire following an interview with Sky News where he claimed that the United Kingdom had been "colonised by immigrants". The comments were swiftly criticised by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, while former England striker Gary Lineker has now accused Ratcliffe of "hypocrisy".
Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been criticised by England rugby union captain Maro Itoje after the Manchester United co-owner's rant on immigration. The INEOS founder has claimed that the United Kingdom has been "colonised by immigrants," leading to a backlash from both within and outside of the game.
Pep Guardiola has issued an impassioned defence of multiculturalism after Sir Jim Ratcliffe's incendiary comments about immigration in the United Kingdom. Ratcliffe claimed the UK had been "colonised by immigrants" in a BBC Sport interview that sparked outrage across the game and the Manchester City boss has now hit back at the United owner.
Michael Carrick has been named the Premier League Manager of the Month for January, marking a sensational start to his tenure as Manchester United’s interim boss. The former Red Devils midfielder has hit the ground running at Old Trafford, steadying a ship that looked destined to sink just weeks ago.
Manchester United are “leading the way” when it comes to a possible transfer for Scott McTominay, according to reports in Italy, as the Scotland international “dreams” of a return to the Premier League. The 29-year-old has enjoyed a productive spell in Italy with Serie A champions Napoli, but is open to the idea of retracing steps to English football in 2026.
The United Strand appears to have picked the wrong Manchester United team to focus his haircut challenge on, with the Red Devils’ women’s team poking fun at a fan that has gone viral after picking up their sixth straight win. Frank Ilett is still waiting on the men’s side to secure five successive victories.
Manchester United fans have been left in awe of Bryan Mbeumo's work rate after footage emerged of the winger destroying Adama Traore in a foot race during stoppage time of the Premier League draw with West Ham. The Cameroonian, who joined the Red Devils in the summer, proved he is no slouch by tracking back to deny the West Ham speedster in a moment that has gone viral on social media.
Robinho Jr only turned 18 in December, but he has already broken into the senior team at Santos, where he is now rubbing shoulders with Brazil's all-time record goal-scorer, Neymar. The teenager is already attracting transfer interest from a host of top European clubs, partly because of his ability, but also due to the footballing legacy of his father.
Manchester United have issued a statement insisting they are an "inclusive and welcoming club" after an intense backlash to co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe's comments on immigration. The INEOS founder claimed the United Kingdom had been "colonised by immigrants" in a rant he has since issued an apology for.
Roy Keane has delivered a withering assessment of Benjamin Sesko's fine finish for Manchester United against West Ham. The Slovenia international came off the bench to equalise in the 96th-minute, maintaining a five-game unbeaten run under interim manager Michael Carrick.
Cristiano Ronaldo continues to generate transfer talk in the Saudi Pro League at Al-Nassr, but the Portuguese GOAT has been informed that his next move “won’t be to Manchester United”. CR7 has previously taken in two spells at Old Trafford, but a third is being ruled out as the all-time great mulls over his future options at 41 years of age.
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has issued a fresh statement to say he is "sorry if his choice of language has offended some people" following comments made about immigration. The INEOS chief has been criticised by Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham after suggesting the UK has been “colonised” by migrants.
Promises are hard to keep, but one Manchester United fan has held up his end of a viral bargain for well over a year and he is in it for the long haul, for better or worse...
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been criticised in the wake of his controversial comments regarding immigration in the United Kingdom, The billionaire businessman has claimed that Great Britain has become “colonised”, with population numbers continuing to rise. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has called for an apology, while Andy Burnham - the mayor of Greater Manchester - has condemned the Ineos chief.
Rene Meulensteen claims Marcus Rashford could still return to Manchester United despite his spells at Aston Villa and Barcelona. The former coach insists the forward remains 'Red' at heart and suggests that the changing landscape at Old Trafford could open the door for a sensational homecoming, provided honest conversations are held between the player and the club.
Managers often say that the one positive thing about modern football's relentless schedule is you never have too long to stew on a disappointing result. The opposite, however, is now true for Michael Carrick, who has all the time in the world to dissect Manchester United's 1-1 draw at West Ham before his side are in action again.
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has condemned Sir Jim Ratcliffe's comments on immigration as "offensive and wrong" and has urged the Manchester United co-owner to apologise for his remarks. The billionaire, who has been living in Monaco since 2020 in order to avoid paying tax, claimed in an interview Sky News that the United Kingdom had become "colonised by immigrants".
Sir Jim Ratcliffe has launched an astonishing rant against immigration in an explosive interview with Sky News. The Manchester United co-owner also owns INEOS, and has made a statement that the UK face significant challenges in an interview in which he also claims that he is "unpopular" at Old Trafford.
Manchester United wonderkid JJ Gabriel has spoken out after being sent off while playing for the Under-18s against West Bromwich Albion on Tuesday. The 15-year-old put in another influential performance, bagging two assists, but saw red in the second half after tangling with an opponent. Gabriel has now shared his thoughts on the situation and is not at all happy.
Manchester City’s social media account has brutally mocked viral Manchester United fan 'The United Strand' after his side failed to beat West Ham, extending his 16-month wait for a haircut. Frank Ilett, the man behind the persona, had vowed not to trim his locks until United won five consecutive games, but a 1-1 draw at the London Stadium saw him fall agonisingly short.
Club legend Wayne Rooney has lashed out at The United Strand for taking the focus away from football with his viral haircut challenge. Manchester United fan Frank Ilett has attracted headlines across the world after vowing not to cut his hair until the Red Devils win five matches in a row, but Rooney feels he's become a distraction and the focus should be on Michael Carrick's team.