There was less than an hour remaining in the Women’s Super League summer transfer window when the most stunning business of all was completed. Jess Park and Grace Clinton had been stalwarts at Manchester City and Manchester United, respectively, during the previous season. And yet, at the eleventh hour, both were sent to opposite sides of the city, to represent what had been their biggest and bitterest rival.
The Women's Asian Cup began on March 1, kickstarting a month that was set to see two of the major tournaments in the women's game take place, with the Africa Cup of Nations to follow on March 17. Incredibly, the latter was postponed just 12 days before it was due to start, but the impact the Asian Cup will have on the continuing club competitions will still be fascinating, as teams across the women's game say goodbye to some of their best players for a few weeks.
As soon as Jess Park received the ball on the edge of the Atletico Madrid box, Marc Skinner knew. She took one touch, then another to get it out of her feet and set herself up for a perfect strike with her right foot, which would send the ball over the heads of every Atleti defender, out of the reach of goalkeeper Lola Gollardo and into the top corner, giving Skinner's Manchester United an unassailable 5-0 lead on aggregate, one that secured their place in the Women's Champions League quarter-finals for the first time.
GOAL breaks down the key moments from USWNT players abroad, including Girma helping Chelsea advance in the FA Cup, and Emily Fox rolling on gracefully with Arsenal.
Manchester United's bid to reach a fourth-straight Women's FA Cup final was ended on Sunday as they fell to a 2-1 defeat at Chelsea after extra time in their fifth-round tie. Phallon Tullis-Joyce produced heroics in the Red Devils' goal but couldn't keep out strikes from Sam Kerr and Naomi Girma, while Simi Awujo's equaliser couldn't spark a come-from-behind win for Marc Skinner's side.
Manchester United will take on Bayern Munich next month in their first-ever Women's Champions League quarter-final after goals from Julia Zigiotti Olme and Jess Park completed the job against Atletico Madrid on Thursday, securing a 2-0 win on the night and a comprehensive 5-0 victory on aggregate. The Red Devils were clinical across the two legs and they didn't let up despite a big win in Spain, giving their home fans a performance to savour as well.
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
Wann wurde Juventus Turin gegründet?
Juventus Turin wurde am 1. November 1897 in der piemontesischen Hauptstadt Turin gegründet.
Wer ist/sind der/die Besitzer von Juventus Turin?
Juventus Turin ist mehrheitlich im Besitz von EXOR N.V., der Holding der Agnelli-/Elkann-Familie. Die Nachkommen des Fiat-Mitgründers Giovanni Agnelli haben seit 1923 das Sagen über den Verein.
Wie wird das Stadion von Juventus Turin genannt?
Die Heimstätte von Juve heißt seit 2017 aufgrund eines Namenssponsorings Allianz Stadium (vorher Juventus Stadium).
Wie viele Zuschauer passen ins Stadion von Juventus Turin?
Das erst in 2011 eröffnete Allianz Stadium hat eine Kapazität von 41.507 Fans.
Wie viele Titel hat Juventus Turin gewonnen?
Juve ist mit 71 Titeln einer der erfolgreichsten Vereine Europas. Unter anderem gewann der Klub zweimal die Champions League bzw. den Europapokal der Landesmeister, und dreimal den UEFA Cup.
Wie viele nationale Meisterschaften hat Juventus Turin gewonnen?
Die meisten Erfolge hatte Juventus aber auf nationaler Ebene. Die Serie A gewann die Alte Dame 36-mal, die Coppa Italia 15-mal und die Supercoppa Italiana 9-mal, in allen drei Wettbewerben ist Juve Rekordsieger.
Wer hat die meisten Spiele für Juventus Turin absolviert?
Alessandro Del Piero ist mit 705 Einsätzen Rekordspieler für Juve, hinter ihm folgt Gianluigi Buffon mit 685 Partien.
Wer ist der beste Torschütze in der Geschichte von Juventus Turin?
Alessandro Del Piero ist nicht nur Rekordspieler, er hat auch die meisten Tore geschossen: 290 sind es an der Zahl.
Welche berühmten Stars haben für Juventus Turin gespielt?
Die Liste der Weltstars, die in der Vergangenheit für Juve aufgelaufen sind, ist lang. Hier eine kleine Auswahl: Alessandro Del Piero, Gianluigi Buffon, Michel Platini, Zinedine Zidane, Roberto Baggio, Cristiano Ronaldo, Pavel Nedved, Andrea Pirlo, Fabio Cannavaro oder Giorgio Chiellini.
Welche berühmten Trainer hatte Juventus Turin?
Prominente Trainer standen ebenfalls an der Seitenlinie, die erfolgreichsten waren Giovanni Trapattoni (u.a. 6x Serie A, 1x Europapokal der Landesmeister), Marcello Lippi (u.a, 5x Serie A, 1x Champions League) und Massimiliano Allegri (u.a. 5x Serie A, 5x Coppa Italia). Auch Carlo Ancelotti und Andrea Pirlo coachten Juve.
Wie lautet der Spitzname von Juventus Turin?
Der wohl bekannteste Spitzname von Juventus Turin ist "La Vecchia Signora" ("die Alte Dame"), auch die "Bianconeri" ("die Schwarz-Weißen") und "Juve" sind gängig.