Alan Shearer has launched a scathing attack on former Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim, labelling the Portuguese coach "arrogant" for his refusal to adapt his tactics at Old Trafford. The Newcastle legend believes Michael Carrick's stunning start to life in the dugout highlights the failures of his predecessor, who was sacked earlier this month after refusing to abandon his back-three system despite poor results.
Manchester United face a major battle to keep captain Bruno Fernandes this summer as the midfielder demands a massive pay rise to £400,000-a-week to stay at Old Trafford. The 31-year-old has become disillusioned with how the club is run and will wait to see who replaces interim boss Michael Carrick before deciding his future, with Casemiro's exit potentially funding the new contract.
Sir David Beckham and his wife Victoria have made a first public appearance since being on the receiving end of a shock outburst from their eldest son, Brooklyn. The Beckhams - with their other children Romeo, Cruz and Harper in tow - have attended Paris Fashion Week, with former Spice Girls star Victoria picking up a prestigious award at that event.
Asked what was going through his head when he picked the ball up before snatching victory for Manchester United at Arsenal, Matheus Cunha didn't beat around the bush: "I think 'I need to score'." Cunha had received the ball with his back to goal, more than 30 yards out and against the best defence and goalkeeper in the Premier League. But he had only one thing on his mind.
This is Legacy, GOAL’s podcast following the road to the 2026 World Cup. Every week, we dive into the stories and legacies that shaped football’s greatest nations. Today we look at how one of the game’s most iconic players lost the love of his people, became the most hated man in the land and then won back their hearts in a way only he could. This is the story of David Beckham's rise and fall after England’s dramatic elimination from the 1998 FIFA World Cup...
Arsenal hero Emmanuel Petit believes that Bryan Mbeumo is the player the Gunners need to secure Premier League glory. Mikel Arteta's men sit top of the table but their lead has been cut to just four points by Manchester City and Aston Villa following Arsenal's 3-2 loss to Manchester United on Sunday night. The result means the Gunners are now winless in three.
Homesick Cole Palmer would be open to potential switch to boyhood club Manchester United this summer. Palmer left Manchester City for Chelsea in 2023 and has gone on to become a key player for the Blues. However, the England international is reportedly unsettled in London and would welcome the chance to move back to Manchester at the end of the season.
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has made a worrying admission that previous shortcomings may impact the Gunners' title push. The north London side fell to a 3-2 loss to Manchester United on Sunday evening as Mikel Arteta's men suffered their first home reverse of the season. Defeat to United saw their lead at the top of the table cut to just four points.
Wayne Rooney has revealed how a hilarious wardrobe mishap left him watching Kai at Old Trafford while wearing a set of pyjamas. The Manchester United legend was back in familiar surroundings as his son took to the field at the ‘Theatre of Dreams’ with the Red Devils’ Under-18 side. Rooney was a proud parent, but admits to being left red-faced by his fashion choices.
Patrick Dorgu sent a special “learned from the best” message to ex-Manchester United defender Patrice Evra after scoring an absolute screamer for the Red Devils in their 3-2 victory over Arsenal. The Denmark international is producing his best and most consistent form in the Premier League at present, with goals against notable opposition helping to boost his confidence.
There haven't been many periods of great optimism at Manchester United in the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era, but for a brief moment at the start of 2019, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made supporters believe again. He delivered eight successive wins after replacing Jose Mourinho as interim manager, including a stunning 3-1 victory at Arsenal in the FA Cup fourth round, bringing back the scintillating counter-attacking style Ferguson championed throughout his glorious 26-year reign.
Bayern Munich's unbeaten record in this season's Bundesliga is gone! The Bavarians were upset at the Allianz Arena by Augsburg, although the German champions are still eight points clear of Borussia Dortmund at the top of the table, meaning it's unlikely to adversely affect their chances of retaining their title. However, things are getting very interesting in England, where we thought Arsenal were almost home and hosed only to suffer a wobble that has made things very interesting, given Manchester City and Aston Villa are both closing in on the Gunners.
Marseille president Pablo Longoria admits to having sought the advice of his mother before completing a controversial transfer for ex-Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood. The one-cap England international made his way to Stade Velodrome during the summer of 2024, having seen headlines made off the field bring an end to his spell at Old Trafford.
In the week leading up to Arsenal vs Manchester United, a topic of debate was whether this version of the Gunners, who are chasing an unprecedented quadruple, would beat the 2007-08 Red Devils who won the Premier League and Champions League. As many have now pointed out, Mikel Arteta's side can't even beat the 2025-26 version.
Amad Diallo openly mocked Mikel Arteta’s tactics after seeing Manchester United claim a dramatic 3-2 victory over Arsenal at Emirates Stadium. The Red Devils inflicted a costly defeat on the Premier League leaders, with more questions being asked of the Gunners’ reliance on set-pieces. Amad has savagely reminded them that “your only hope is a corner”.
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has showered caretaker boss Michael Carrick with praise for "galvanising" the Red Devils following Sunday's 3-2 win over Premier League leaders Arsenal at the Emirates. The win follows on from Manchester United's 2-0 victory over Manchester City in Carrick's first game in charge, making it a brilliant start to life back at Old Trafford for the former midfielder.
Former Manchester United star Luis Nani has seemingly taken inspiration from Portuguese compatriot Cristiano Ronaldo by coming out of retirement at the age of 39. Nani initially hung up his boots in December 2024, but has now reversed that decision to sign a one-year contract with Kazakhstan club FC Aktobe.
Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira felt the Gunners lacked leadership during Sunday's damaging 3-2 defeat to Manchester United in the Premier League at the Emirates. Mikel Arteta's side suffered a first home defeat of the season against the Red Devils and now have just a four-point lead at the top of the table. Vieira also feels that two players in particular failed to shine for the north Londoners.
Manchester United star Matheus Cunha could be facing a potential suspension for his emotional outburst into a television camera following his winning goal against Arsenal on Sunday. The Brazilian struck United's third goal after stepping off the bench in a thrilling 3-2 victory at the Emirates that lifted his side into the Premier League's top four.
Arsenal saw their hopes of ending their long wait for a Premier League title hit on Sunday as they were beaten 3-2 by a resurgent Manchester United at the Emirates. The Gunners went ahead in the game courtesy of a Lisandro Martinez own goal but fell behind thanks to strikes from Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu. An equaliser from Mikel Merino looked to have rescued a point for the hosts until substitute Matheus Cunha curled home a glorious late winner.
Michael Carrick has guided Manchester United to eye-catching wins over Arsenal and Manchester City in his first two games as caretaker boss but former Red Devils captain Roy Keane feels he should not be the club's next permanent manager. The ex-midfielder says United need a "bigger and better" coach to take charge of the club if they want to challenge for titles once again.
Manchester United stunned Arsenal on Sunday by beating the Gunners 3-2 at the Emirates to make it two wins out of two for caretaker manager Michael Carrick. A Lisandro Martinez own goal gifted Arsenal the lead but the visitors hit back through Bryan Mbeumo. Patrick Dorgu and substitute Matheus Cunha then scored a pair of spectacular goals to take all three points and dent Arsenal's title hopes.
Manchester United have reportedly held internal discussions regarding the possibility of bringing Mason Greenwood back to the club from French side Marseille. The forward was sold to the Ligue 1 side in 2024 but the Red Devils included a buy-back clause in the transfer. Greenwood has gone on to become a key player for Robert De Zerbi's side which has sparked speculation he could move on.
Manchester United's academy stars and their parents are reportedly delighted that Michael Carrick has replaced recently sacked head coach Ruben Amorim. The Portuguese hit out at the "entitlement" of some of the club's youth products, while defending his decision to keep young talent Kobbie Mainoo out of the first team. Now that Carrick is at the helm, some families have been encouraged by his "lovely and welcoming" style.
Arsenal extended their lead at the top of the Premier League last weekend by picking up a point at Nottingham Forest while their only two title rivals, Manchester City and Aston Villa, both lost. However, the dour 0-0 draw at the City Ground, which was only enlivened by a late row over a disputed penalty shout, raised some serious questions over the visitors' attacking threat, given it was their second consecutive scoreless stalemate, after being held at home by Liverpool the week before.
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has revealed that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer congratulated him on pipping him to the position earlier this month. The former Middlesbrough manager got the nod over the Norwegian following the sacking of head coach Ruben Amorim. As the Red Devils prepare to face Arsenal, Carrick has opened up on his relationship with Solskjaer.
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