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Tired Manchester United in Aston Villa Defeat

Tired Manchester United in Aston Villa Defeat

Erik ten Hag’s men took on Unai Emery’s Aston Villa this afternoon at Villa Park. United have an excellent record against the Villans having come away victorious in over 100 meetings. The reds headed into the match on a nine game unbeaten run following the win over Real Sociedad in San Sebastian during the week which saw them narrowly miss out on advancing as group E winners by just one…

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THE BLACK PEARL OF INCHICORE

THE BLACK PEARL OF INCHICORE

Paul McGrath Written by John White for Manchester United Then & Now “Cinderella Man” is the story of the Irish-American boxer James J. Braddock. He was a supposedly washed-up fighter who came back from obscurity and became the Heavyweight Boxing Champion of the World from 13 June 1935 to 22 June 1937. On 10 November 1982, Paul McGrath made his competitive debut for Manchester United, a 0-0 draw…

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ROY KEANE – THE ULTIMATE WARRIOR

ROY KEANE – THE ULTIMATE WARRIOR

Written by John White for Manchester United Then & Now Sir Alex Ferguson described Roy Keane as the best he’s ever worked with, aspiring footballers and Reds everywhere worshipped the ground he walked on but above all else, Keano epitomised the unwavering spirit and desire to succeed which Manchester United stands for. The Cork-born midfielder began his career with Cobh Ramblers after failing to…

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Ralf Rangnick’s men drop another two points at home to scrappy Southampton

Ralf Rangnick’s men drop another two points at home to scrappy Southampton

Manchester United once again started the match on the front foot, out played the Saints and go up a goal up by half time. United are unable to manage the rest of the match and once again, just like Burnley and Middlesbrough, concede the equalizer and can only hang on till the final whistle. Unlike last season where United were able to come from behind, away from home, and go on to win the match,…

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Manchester United vs Southampton

Manchester United vs Southampton

Just another day supporting Manchester United. It is hard not to make things sound more dramatic than it is but when you are seeing actual conflict between players and staff it is hard to get behind United. However, fans always find a way and this troublesome United side are no longer Ole’s Odd Bunch they are certainly Ralf’s Rabble. They welcome the visit of Southampton who have caused trouble…

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MAN UTD, GEORGE BEST, SIR ALEX & ME – MEMORIES OF A BELFAST BOY – PART 3

MAN UTD, GEORGE BEST, SIR ALEX & ME – MEMORIES OF A BELFAST BOY – PART 3

Taken from Kicking Through the Troubles by John White (empire-uk.com) – Buy your copy now Pinheads or Stickies? The first thing I recall about moving to the Short Strand around April 1971 was an encounter I had with three older kids. I was out and about exploring the area when suddenly I was confronted by these three kids. They couldn’t have been older than 11. One of them said to me: “Are you…

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Man Utd Transfer Failures On Display In FA Cup

Man Utd's Transfer Failure!

Man Utd were knocked out of the FA Cup on Friday to Middlesborough in a penalty shootout. In the January transfer window Man Utd did not bring in a single transfer. A head scratcher at the very minimum, and a failure in many peoples eyes given their lack of depth in the middle of the pitch. Man Utd’s window consisted of letting Anthony Martial and Donny van de Beek leave on loan, Martial looks…

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REMEMBERING THE BUSBY BABES

REMEMBERING THE BUSBY BABES

Written by John White for Manchester United Then & Now It was on this day 64 years ago that the heart and soul was cruelly ripped from the heart of Manchester United Football Club. In their first two away fixtures of the 1957-58 European Cup Manchester United used scheduled airline services to avoid the players from experiencing the fatigue of long journeys by road, rail or sea. However, their…

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MAN UTD, GEORGE BEST, SIR ALEX & ME – MEMORIES OF A BELFAST BOY – PART 2

MAN UTD, GEORGE BEST, SIR ALEX & ME – MEMORIES OF A BELFAST BOY – PART 2

Taken from Kicking Through the Troubles by John White (empire-uk.com) – Buy your copy now My Early Years I was born on 23 August 1962 in Belfast City Hospital, the first born child to John McDermott White and Rosaleen White (nee Doherty). Mum told me that for the first five years of my life we lived in her Mum’s house at 34 Harper Street, Short Strand, Belfast. My brother David was born in the…

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MAN UTD, GEORGE BEST, SIR ALEX & ME - MEMORIES OF A BELFAST BOY - Part 1

MAN UTD, GEORGE BEST, SIR ALEX & ME – MEMORIES OF A BELFAST BOY – Part 1

Taken from Kicking Through the Troubles by John White (empire-uk.com) – Buy your copy now Introduction There are places I remember, All my life, though some have changed, Some forever not for better, Some have gone and some remain, All these places have their moments, With lovers and friends I still can recall, Some are dead and some are living In my life I’ve loved them all But of all these…

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Manchester United vs Middlesbrough

Manchester United vs Middlesbrough

Now is the time for Manchester United to prove themselves. Having let players go and Ralf Rangnick looking towards the youth team players this week it could be the way United are going to go for in the future with Rangnick in charge or not. In the FA Cup this weekend it is a great chance for United to continue their journey to find some domestic silverware by blooding some youngsters into the…

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MANCHESTER UNITED MOVE INTO FOURTH WITH A FERGIE TIME WINNER FROM MARCUS RASHFORD

MANCHESTER UNITED MOVE INTO FOURTH WITH A FERGIE TIME WINNER FROM MARCUS RASHFORD

MANCHESTER UNITED MOVE INTO FOURTH WITH A FERGIE TIME WINNER FROM MARCUS RASHFORD The Red Devils find themselves in fourth place after a hard fought match against a well drilled West Ham. Old Trafford was buzzing for what would be a stiff challenge for Ralph Rangnick’s team. The German made one change from the line up that beat Brentford mid week, with Harry Maguire starting for Victor…

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MANCHESETER UNITED SQUANDER A 2 GOAL LEAD AT VILLA PARK

MANCHESETER UNITED SQUANDER A 2 GOAL LEAD AT VILLA PARK

United boss Ralf Rangnick was missing some key players for the match against Aston Villa at Villa park yesterday. Cristiano Ronaldo was still dealing with a muscle injury to his hip and Luke Shaw and Scott McTominay were both suspended for the match. Harry Maguire was back in the side but started on the bench, so Victor Lindelöf started in his place. Rangnick used a 4-2-3-1, using Raphael Varane…

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PLAYING WITH GHOSTS OF THE BUSBY BABES

PLAYING WITH GHOSTS OF THE BUSBY BABES

Written by John White for Manchester United Then & Now On 5 February 1958, Bobby Charlton scored two goals for Manchester United in their 3-3 draw with Red Star Belgrade in a European Cup, quarter-final second leg tie with Dennis Viollet also scoring in the game. The result guaranteed passage for United into the semi-finals of the recently created tournament for the second season in succession,…

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POOR MANCHESTER UNITED LIMP TO A 1-1 DRAW WITH NEWCASTLE AT ST JAMES’S PARK

POOR MANCHESTER UNITED LIMP TO A 1-1 DRAW WITH NEWCASTLE AT ST JAMES’S PARK

Playing for the first time in 16 days, United struggled against a very game Newcastle United side.  Newcastle was full of confidence Monday night and it showed with Allan Saint-Maximin bagging an early goal in the 7th minute. Despite United having the lions share of possession for most of the match, the visitors were unable to create any real attacking threat. Having no competitive matches in 16…

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Manchester United v Newcastle Preview

Merry Christmas!!! A quick preview of United's match on Monday. #GGMU #MUFC

Manchester United will square off against Newcastle on Monday in the Premier League. The match should go on despite the cancellations of previous Manchester United matches, but could still be cancelled. The Magpies have had a horrid last couple of seasons. If it wasn’t for Joe Willock and some good form late in last seasons campaign the Tyne-side club will likely be playing in the…

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