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Wrexham Keillor-Dunn

'Scores goals for fun' - Wrexham welcome back striker

Wrexham have confirmed the arrival of Keillor-Dunn from Barnsley before the close of the January transfer window. The striker joins from the League One side and becomes the club's second signing of the winter. Keillor-Dunn has spent time at Wrexham previously and returns for a second stint, with the Welsh club still aiming for promotion to the Premier League.

Liverpool v Barnsley - Emirates FA Cup Third Round

Slot issues update on Ngumoha after 17-year-old's injury scare

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has moved to quell fears surrounding Rio Ngumoha after the teenage sensation was forced off during the FA Cup victory over Barnsley. The 17-year-old winger produced another dazzling display at Anfield before limping off in the second half, but the Dutch boss insists the issue is nothing more sinister than fatigue as the youngster adapts to senior football.

Liverpool v Barnsley - Emirates FA Cup Third Round

'Disrespectful' Szoboszlai slammed by Barnsley boss

Liverpool’s passage to the fourth round of the FA Cup was marred by a moment of controversial flair from Dominik Szoboszlai, who has been fiercely criticised by Barnsley head coach Conor Hourihane for a "disrespectful" piece of skill inside his own penalty area. The Hungarian’s casual backheel gifted the visitors a route back into the game, sparking anger from the opposition dugout and earning a stern rebuke from his own manager, Arne Slot.

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Szoboszlai plays hero and villain in Liverpool's FA Cup win

Dominik Szoboszlai masterminded and nearly undid Liverpool's 4-1 win over League One side Barnsley to progress to round four of the FA Cup. The Hungarian scored a screamer, gifted the Tykes a goal, and was fortunate to not concede a penalty on Monday night. But classy goals from Jeremie Frimpong, Florian Wirtz, and Hugo Ekitike got him out of trouble.

Fulham v Liverpool - Premier League

No giant-killing repeat! Slot makes Liverpool line-up admission

Arne Slot has vowed that he will not be making the same mistake twice at Liverpool, with the Reds boss taking valuable lessons from an FA Cup giant-killing in 2025. Some 12 months ago, the then-runaway Premier League leaders suffered a humbling third-round defeat to Plymouth - who were bottom of the Championship at the time. They are now preparing to face Barnsley in 2026 and will avoid any sweeping changes.

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Standings

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PosTeamPWDLFA+/-PTSForm
10Plymouth crestPlymouth37165165653353
D
W
W
L
W
11Luton crestLuton37149144846251
W
D
L
D
D
12Barnsley crestBarnsley351310125858049
D
D
W
L
W
13AFC Wimbledon crestAFC Wimbledon36147154650-449
L
W
W
D
W
14Peterborough crestPeterborough36144185151046
L
D
D
L
L
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History

Manchester United, often simply referred to as "United," are one of the most iconic and successful football clubs in the world, based in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester, England. The club was founded as Newton Heath LYR Football Club in 1878 by the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway depot at Newton Heath. The team changed its name to Manchester United in 1902 and moved to its current home, Old Trafford, in 1910.

Famous players

Manchester United have been home to some of the greatest footballers in history. Sir Bobby Charlton, a World Cup winner with England in 1966, is arguably the most iconic figure in the club's history. Other legendary players include George Best, known for his flair and skill, and Eric Cantona, who brought a winning mentality to the club during the 1990s. More recent stars like Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney, and Paul Scholes have also contributed significantly to the club's success.

Honours

Manchester United are one of the most decorated clubs in English football, having won a record 20 Premier League titles (formerly the First Division). They have also lifted the FA Cup 12 times, the League Cup five times, and the UEFA Champions League three times. The club's dominance in English football was particularly evident during the 1990s and early 2000s under manager Sir Alex Ferguson.

Managers

Sir Alex Ferguson is undoubtedly the most successful manager in Manchester United's history. He spent 26 years at the club, leading them to an unprecedented era of success. Before Ferguson, managers like Matt Busby and Wilf McGuinness played crucial roles in shaping the club's identity. More recent managers, including David Moyes, Louis van Gaal, and José Mourinho, have faced the challenge of maintaining the club's high standards.

Stadium

Old Trafford, often referred to as the "Theatre of Dreams," is one of the most famous stadiums in the world. With a capacity of roughly 75,000, it is among the largest football stadiums in the United Kingdom. The stadium has hosted numerous major matches, including UEFA Champions League finals and FIFA World Cup matches.

Location

Manchester United are based in the city of Manchester, which is located in the northwest of England. The club's home ground, Old Trafford, is situated in the Trafford borough. Manchester is a major industrial city with a rich footballing heritage.

Owners

In February 2024, British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe's company, INEOS, acquired a significant 25% stake in Manchester United. This acquisition granted Ratcliffe sporting control over the club, placing him in a position to influence key decisions related to its operations.

Ratcliffe has already made a substantial financial commitment to Manchester United. His large investments demonstrate his dedication to the club's success and his willingness to provide the necessary resources for its growth.

Frequently asked questions

L'Atalanta è nata il 17 ottobre 1907, fondata da alcuni studenti liceali con il nome Società Bergamasca di Ginnastica e Sports Atletici Atalanta. Fino al 1914 la squadra giocherà però solo partite amichevoli.

Antonio Percassi è il presidente dell'Atalanta dal 2010. Ex calciatore della Dea e del Cesena, è a a capo della holding Odissea SRL, di cui fanno parte marchi come KIKO.

L'Atalanta gioca le proprie gare interne a Bergamo, al Gewiss Stadium. L'impianto della Dea è chiamato anche Stadio Atleti Azzurri d'Italia ed ospita la squadra dal 1928, anno della sua inaugurazione.

L'Atalanta prende il nome da Atalanta, eroina della mitologia greca esperta nella caccia. Nonostante venga chiamata Dea, Atalanta non era una divinità, ma una principessa figlia di Iaso, re dell'Arcadia.

Il Gewiss Stadium, impianto dell'Atalanta, può ospitare 24.950 spettatori. Per un periodo l'impianto di Bergamo ha ospitato anche l'Albinoleffe e l'Alzano Virescit.

L'Atalanta non ha mai vinto lo Scudetto. Il più importante risultato in un singolo campionato di Serie A è il terzo posto ottenuto dal 2018 al 2020, per tre annate consecutive.

L'Atalanta ha vinto una coppa europea per la prima volta nella primavera del 2024, ovvero l'Europa League. La Dea è stata poi battuta nell'estate successiva in finale di Supercoppa Europea.

L'Atalanta ha vinto due trofei nella sua storia. Prima dell'Europa League del 2024, infatti, la Dea aveva conquistato la Coppa Italia del 1963.

L'Atalanta gioca inizialmente in bianconero, ma dopo la fusione con la Bergamasca, squadra bianco azzurra, si scelse un colore per squadra: nero dall'Atalanta e azzurro dalla Bergamasca.

Cristiano Doni è il giocatore con più goal nella storia dell'Atalanta. Nel corso del periodo 1998-2003 e 2006-2012 l'ex centrocampista ha segnato 112 reti con la Dea.

Giampaolo Bellini ha giocato 435 partite con la maglia dell'Atalanta. Tra Serie A e Coppa Italia ha siglato anche 12 goal nel periodo 1998-2016.

Oltre a squadra nerazzurra e Dea, in passato l'Atalanta è stata chiamata anche la 'Regina delle provinciali', visto che si tratta dell'unica tra le principali squadre di Serie A non aver mai vinto lo Scudetto.

L'Atalanta ha giocato l'ultima volta in Serie B nel 2010/2011. Nella storia la Dea ha militato nella seconda serie 34 volte, ma anche in Serie C nel 1981/1982.

L'Atalanta viene chiamata Dea in virtù del suo nome, che provenie dalla mitologia greca. In realtà, però, Atalanta non era una divinità, ma 'solamente' una principessa.

I giocatori e i tifosi dell'Atalanta vengono chiamati orobici in virtù degli orobi, antica popolazione preromana alla quale viene attribuita l'origine di Bergamo e di Como.