‘Shame On Them’ – Roy Keane Says ‘Five Or Six Players’ Should Never Play For United Again

By Vishal | March 7, 2022

Manchester United players were no more than spectators in the Manchester derby at the Etihad, as they helplessly watched Pep Guardiola’s men paint the city blue. The Red Devils only managed to remain competitive in the game until the half hour mark, thanks to an equaliser from former City youngster Jadon Sancho. But as soon…

General view of a corner flag before the match between Manchester United and Brighton.

Manchester United Agree Deal To Sign Midfielder From Brighton

By BF Staff | March 6, 2022

Manchester United have reached an agreement to sign Toby Collyer from Brighton and Hove Albion.  The highly rated midfielder, who has captained England at youth level, will move to United’s youth team, as per The Secret Scout (via Fabrizio Romano). Collyer has not made any senior appearance for Brighton, and has only featured once in…

Cristiano Ronaldo comes on as a substitute to replace Edinson Cavani.

Cavani Returns: Manchester United’s Potential Lineup & Tactics Against City

By BF Staff | March 5, 2022

Ralf Rangnick has confirmed that Edinson Cavani is available for the Manchester derby on Sunday. The German tactician will be able to rest Cristiano Ronaldo, who has looked tired after starting all of United’s seven games in February. However, with no mid-week fixture ahead of the Manchester Derby, the Portuguese could yet be started in…

PSG's Gianluigi Buffon and Kylian Mbappe before the match.

Man Utd Will Have To Pay €60m To Sign Former PSG Forward Who Has More Goals Than Mbappe

By BF Staff | March 3, 2022

Kylian Mbappe is having his best season in a PSG shirt this season, overshadowing his new teammate Lionel Messi. While he finds himself in the middle of a tug-of-war between the French giants and Real Madrid, his former teammate is quietly bettering his numbers in Germany, and is starting to attract attention in his own…

Mauricio Pochettino shakes hands with Ajax coach Erik ten Hag before the match.

Erik Ten Hag ‘Has Heart Set’ On A Move To Manchester United

By Vishal | March 3, 2022

Erik ten Hag is allegedly very keen on becoming the Manchester United manager ahead of the next season. The Dutch tactician, alongside Mauricio Pochettino, is a leading candidate for the role. And it seems he’s making an extra effort to leave himself in good stead for a managerial position in England. The 52-year-old has taken…

Sir Alex Ferguson in the stands.

Sir Alex Recommends Manchester United To Sign Former Chelsea Manager

By Vishal | March 3, 2022

Carlo Ancelotti has emerged as a surprise candidate to take the helm at Old Trafford. Manchester United intend to make a long-term appointment ahead of the next season, with Mauricio Pochettino and Erik ten Hag on shortlist. However, the Premier League giants are also exploring contingency plans. New United chief executive Richard Arnold has sought…

Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring their first goal with Marcus Rashford.

Manchester United Want £84m-Rated Striker To Replace Cristiano Ronaldo

By Vishal | March 1, 2022

Manchester United will prioritise the signing of a new young striker in the summer, and Victor Osimhen is believed to be their primary target. Cristiano Ronaldo’s declining form has been a major cause of concern for United, as the Red Devils continue to struggle for goals and drop points on a regular basis despite creating…

Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick.

Ralf Rangnick Is Losing Patience With Manchester United Superstar

By BF Staff | March 1, 2022

Ralf Rangnick’s patience is wearing thin with Cristiano Ronaldo who drew yet another blank at Old Trafford, as Manchester United played out a goalless draw against Watford on Saturday. The Portuguese superstar has only scored once in 2022, and his movement has not created enough openings for his teammates to find goals either. According to…

‘Kept De Bruyne Quiet’ – How Van De Beek Performed In Midfield vs Man City

By Vishal | February 27, 2022

Donny van de Beek, during his one and half a year spell at Man United, was always praised for his movement in the final third, but lack of defensive discipline and grit in training meant chances to start in the Premier League were far and few in between. He had to move to Everton on…

Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo with Paul Pogba.

‘Finished’ – Cristiano Ronaldo’s Performance Was Awful Against Watford

By BF Staff | February 26, 2022

Manchester United draw another blank at home as relegation strugglers Watford manage to remain unbeaten against the Red Devils in the Premier League this season. Ralf Rangnick was yet again left disappointed with the finishing of his forwards, who couldn’t put the ball past goalkeeper Ben Foster despite having 22 shots on Sunday afternoon. Cristiano…

Manchester United's Harry Maguire.

Man United Keen To Sign Premier League Centre-Back As ‘Maguire Doubts Grow’

By BF Staff | February 26, 2022

Man United are interested in signing free agent Antonio Rudiger this summer. The Chelsea centre-back has been an integral part of the defending Champions League winners’ backline under Thomas Tuchel, and is likely to start in the League Cup final against Liverpool on Sunday. However, the 28-year-old’s long-term future is far from certain at Stamford…

Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick with technical director.

How Rangnick’s Transfer Decision Helped Manchester United Against Atletico

By BF Staff | February 25, 2022

Ralf Rangnick’s plan to deploy Victor Lindelof as a right-back to help Manchester United “with aerial duels” against Atletico Madrid was “in the dustbin” after Joao Felix’s goal in the 7th minute. United struggled with progression on the right due to the absence of a natural right-back. As a result, Bruno Fernandes was forced to…

“Role Model” – What Fans Are Saying About Elanga And Rashford After Atletico Draw

By Vishal | February 24, 2022

Anthony Elanga rescued a draw for Man United with a late goal against Atletico Madrid in their first leg of the Champions League round of 16. Diego Simeone’s men were all over the visitors until the final quarter of the match, forcing Ralf Rangnick to look at his bench to find some inspiration. In the…

Manchester United's Anthony Elanga celebrates scoring their first goal.

Atletico Madrid 1-1 Manchester United: Player Ratings From First Leg CL Draw

By BF Staff | February 24, 2022

Manchester United equalised late in the game through Anthony Elanga to leave all to play for in the second leg against Atletico Madrid. Ralf Rangnick’s side weren’t at it in the opening minutes, as they lost possession of the ball multiple times around their penalty area, leading to Joao Felix putting the home side ahead…

Manchester United's Scott McTominay in action with Barcelona's Lionel Messi.

One Of The “Best Midfielders” – Diego Simeone On Scott McTominay

By BF Staff | February 23, 2022

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone was full of praise for Manchester United’s midfield. The defending La Liga champions host the Premier League giants at Wanda Metropolitano in the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 tie. Ahead of the clash, Simeone, whose side are struggling in La Liga this season, insisted it’s not…

Man United Could Stun Liverpool By Signing Winger Wanted By Klopp

By BF Staff | February 22, 2022

Man United have joined the list of suitors monitoring Fabio Carvalho. The Fulham wonderkid came close to moving to Liverpool in the January transfer window, but the Merseyside outfit failed to finalise the deal before the end of deadline day. Jurgen Klopp’s side remain interested in signing Carvalho in the summer, but now will have…

“Worth Every Penny” – Sancho Delivered Man Of The Match Performance vs Leeds

By Vishal | February 21, 2022

Jadon Sancho was unfazed by a hostile atmosphere and a waterlogged pitch at Elland Road, as he helped Manchester United seal another big win against their old schools rivals. The 21-year-old, after his early struggles at United, has become a regular fixture in the starting XI in the recent weeks. The Leeds outing was his…

Elanga’s Brilliant Reaction At Full-Time After He Was Hit By Object Thrown From Crowd

By BF Staff | February 21, 2022

Anthony Elanga was hit by an object during celebrations following Fred’s goal against Leeds United. Fred, who was brought off the bench alongside Anthony Elanga to restore Manchester United’s lead, did exactly that, lashing the ball past Leeds goalkeeper Illan Meslier. The Brazilian ran towards United fans in the corner to celebrate the goal with…

Manchester United's Jadon Sancho on his debut.

Leeds 2-4 Manchester United: Three Talking Points From Six-Goal Thriller

By Vishal | February 21, 2022

Manchester United came out on top in a proper old school game at Elland Road. After dominating the opening 45 minutes, United lost their heads and let a two-goal lead slip in 24 seconds through Rodrigo and Raphinha in the second half. But changes from Ralf Rangnick helped the visitors get their act together, and…

Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes celebrates scoring their second goal with Jadon Sancho.

Leeds 2-4 Manchester United: Player Ratings

By Vishal | February 20, 2022

Manchester United got the job done in a chaotic clash against their fierce rivals Leeds United. The Red Devils’ first half performance led many to believe it was going to be a rare comfortable win under Ralf Rangnick. But that was not the case in a hostile Leeds atmosphere. Marcelo Bielsa’s men scored two goals…

How Brandon Williams Performed Against Mo Salah During Liverpool vs Norwich

By Vishal | February 20, 2022

Norwich City didn’t look like a relegation-battling team in the first half at Anfield and even managed to take the lead just after the break through Milot Rashica. However, Liverpool found their way back into the game after Jurgen Klopp made bold changes from the bench. Sadio Mane equalised for Liverpool before Mo Salah and…

“Kane Over Ronaldo” – What Fans Are Saying About Kane’s World Class Performance vs City

By Vishal | February 20, 2022

Tottenham Hotspur’s 3-2 win in Manchester have opened the title race back up between Man City and Liverpool, who are now just six points behind Pep Guardiola’s men with a game in hand. Harry Kane, who was heavily linked with a move to City last summer, blew the title race wide open with one of…

Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo and manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer celebrate after the match.

“Mistake” – United Told To Sell Ronaldo Before The Arrival Of A New Manager

By BF Staff | February 19, 2022

Manchester United welcomed Cristiano Ronaldo back to the club with a hope to repeat the success he enjoyed during his first spell in England. Fast forward to February 2022, the Red Devils are fighting for a top four place, while the Portuguese icon is enduring one of his worst seasons in over a decade. The…

“Back To His Best” – Twitter Reacts To Anthony Martial’s First Goal For Sevilla

By Vishal | February 18, 2022

Anthony Martial scored his first goal for Sevilla in the Spanish side’s 3-1 win over Dinamo Zagreb in the Europa League. The Manchester United loanee has found his rhythm under a manager who continues to show faith in his new signing. Starting his third straight game under Julen Lopetegui, Martial managed to get his second…

Rangnick ‘Long-Term Admirer’ Of Chelsea Star – He’s Available On A Free Transfer

By BF Staff | February 18, 2022

Chelsea star Antonio Rudiger is out of contract in four months, leading to a host of clubs queuing up to sign him on a free transfer. The German international has been one of the most important players at Stamford Bridge under Thomas Tuchel, and has played more minutes than any of his teammates this season.…

City manager Pep Guardiola and United's Paul Pogba after the match.

Paul Pogba Open To Move To Another Premier League Club In The Summer

By Vishal | February 17, 2022

Paul Pogba has quickly become a vital player under Ralf Rangnick following his return from injury, but his long-term future is still up in the air. The Frenchman started the first three games after the winter break. Against Brighton and Hove Albion he came off the bench, and his ability to control the tempo of…

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino.

Zero Shots On Target: Pochettino Produced Tactical Masterclass vs Real Madrid

By Vishal | February 16, 2022

Real Madrid travelled to the French capital to face Paris Saint-Germain in a high-profile Champions League clash, but only the hosts showed up at the Parc des Princes. Kylian Mbappe’s last-minute goal might give the impression that the game was fairly balanced right until the end, but the way both the sides set up, Carlo…

Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after the match.

Man Utd 2-0 Brighton: Player Ratings As Rangnick’s Side Finally Manage To Defend A Lead

By Vishal | February 16, 2022

Manchester United climb back into the top four with a 2-0 win over ten-man Brighton and Hove Albion. Brighton started the game as if they were the home side, dictating the opening 45 minutes, while United sat back to absorb the pressure. After the break, the Red Devils took control of the affairs, with Cristiano…

General view of a corner flag at Old Trafford, the stadium of Manchester United.

Richard Arnold Makes His First Appointment As Manchester United Chief

By BF Staff | February 15, 2022

Richard Arnold took over the reins at Manchester United from Ed Woodward on February 1, and has now made his first appointment as the club’s chief executive. Arnold has appointed Rick McGagh, currently a member of the club’s Fans’ Forum, as United’s head of fan engagement – a role introduced for the first time at…

Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring their first goal with Edinson Cavani.

Star Forward Set To Leave Manchester United After ‘Disappointing’ Season

By BF Staff | February 14, 2022

Edinson Cavani’s final season at Manchester United isn’t going the way he would’ve imagined when extending his contract for an additional year after establishing himself as an Old Trafford favourite following his arrival from Paris Saint-Germain. The Uruguayan forward has had persistent injury issues, missing 16 out of 33 games United have played across all…

Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick.

New United Chief And Ralf Rangnick Both Agree On Signing Same Manager

By BF Staff | February 14, 2022

New Manchester United chief executive Richard Arnold is set to go against the wishes of players at the club and back Ralf Rangnick’s pursuit of bringing in Erik ten Hag to take over the helm at Old Trafford. Earlier this month, multiple reports claimed that a number of senior players at Carrington want Mauricio Pochettino…

Everton's Donny van de Beek reacts.

What Fans Are Saying About Van de Beek’s Performance In His First Everton Start

By Vishal | February 13, 2022

Donny van de Beek completed 90 minutes for only the fourth time in the Premier League, and his performance in the heart of the midfield left fans wondering why he didn’t manage to do so more often during his one and a half year spell at Manchester United. Given his first start in Everton colours…

Manchester United's Jadon Sancho on his debut.

“The Best Jadon Sancho We Have Seen” – Rangnick On Sancho’s Performance vs Southampton

By Vishal | February 12, 2022

It was a deja vu performance from Manchester United, who started the game brilliantly, and for some reason didn’t show up after the break yet again, conceding within minutes to share the spoils in a rainy outing. And as was the case at Burnley, Jadon Sancho was the only positive for the Red Devils in…

Martial Received Standing Ovation From Sevilla Fans For His Performance In 2-0 Win

By Vishal | February 12, 2022

Sevilla maintain pressure at the top of the La Liga table following a 2-0 win over Elche. Julen Lopetegui’s side are now just three points behind league leaders Real Madrid, who have a game in hand and will travel to face a tricky opponent in Villarreal on Saturday. Sevilla were made to work hard for…

Luis Enrique in Barcelona news conference.

Ed Woodward’s Replacement Richard Arnold Interested In Spain Manager Luis Enrique

By Vishal | February 12, 2022

Luis Enrique has joined the shortlist to become the next Manchester United manager alongside Mauricio Pochettino and Erik ten Hag. The Spain manager’s work, including his experience of managing superstars like Lionel Messi and Neymar during his time with Barcelona is admired by the United hierarchy, who believe Enrique possesses the technical credentials to succeed…

United Players Want Pochettino As Their Next Manager But Rangnick Prefers Someone Else

By Vishal | February 10, 2022

Erik ten Hag and Mauricio Pochettino are both in the running for the Manchester United job, but the latter is understood to be preferred by the majority of the players at the club. United have intensified their search for a new permanent manager following Ed Woodward’s departure, and could find an agreement with the next…

RB Leipzig coach Ralf Rangnick in the Bundesliga.

Rangnick Very Keen To Sign Bundesliga Centre Back Available For €30m

By Vishal | February 10, 2022

Ralf Rangnick has overseen an obvious defensive improvement in his short spell at Manchester United, and is reportedly keen to strengthen the backline even further by signing a new centre back. According to Sport1, the interim boss, who will take up the consultancy role at Old Trafford at the end of the season, is very…

Manchester United Agree To Sell Academy Graduate For €10.5m

By BF Staff | February 10, 2022

Manchester United have reached a ‘total agreement’ with Flamengo to sell Andreas Pereira. The Brazilian midfielder, who moved to United’s academy from PSV in 2011, was loaned to Flamengo last summer after a disappointing temporary stint in Italy with Lazio. However, he has enjoyed a steady spell in Brazil, making 25 appearances and scoring five…

Manchester United's Harry Maguire looks dejected after the match.

Not Maguire: Who Was At Fault For Burnley’s Goal vs Manchester United

By Vishal | February 9, 2022

Manchester United were punished for not putting the game to bed against Burnley, who fought back in the second half to earn a crucial point. The Red Devils, like they did against Middlesbrough, created tons of chances but their poor finishing and two debatable VAR decisions meant they were only able to take a goal…

Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after the match.

Manchester United Keen To Sign La Liga Forward To Replace Cristiano Ronaldo

By BF Staff | February 8, 2022

Manchester United are interested in Alexander Isak but will have to fight off interest from Chelsea and Arsenal to sign him. The Real Sociedad star is one of the most exciting forwards in La Liga, and is considered an alternative to Erling Haaland, who seems destined to join either of Barcelona or Real Madrid in…

Manchester United's Andreas Pereira in action with Leicester City's Demarai Gray.

Manchester United Reach Verbal Agreement For Andreas Pereira Deal

By BF Staff | February 7, 2022

Manchester United have verbally agreed to a deal that could reach up to €14m by selling Andreas Pereira’s economic rights. Pereira, after failing to establish himself as a regular under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, moved to Flamengo in his native Brazil. It seems after a number of disappointing loan spells – notably at Lazio during the…

How Anthony Martial Performed On His Sevilla Debut

By Vishal | February 6, 2022

Anthony Martial’s performance on his much-awaited debut for Sevilla was one of a player who had not played much this season. The Frenchman, starting his first league game in over four months, understandably lacked his usual spark against Osasuna. Deployed on the left of the front three alongside Youssef El-Nesyri and Oliver Torres, Martial seemed…

How Cristiano Ronaldo Reacted To Anthony Elanga’s Penalty Miss

By BF Staff | February 5, 2022

Manchester United were knocked out of the FA Cup in the penalty shootout at the hands of Middlesbrough. The home side’s poor finishing allowed Chris Wilder’s men to remain in the game, forcing the tie into a penalty shoot-out after a controversial Matt Crooks goal in the 64th minute cancelled out Jadon Sancho’s opener. Eventually,…

Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick with technical director.

Second Manchester United Player Publicly Denies Ralf Rangnick’s Claims

By BF Staff | February 4, 2022

Anthony Martial before his move to Sevilla was sanctioned, refuted claims made by Ralf Rangnick, who said the striker refused to be a part of Manchester United’s squad to face Aston Villa in January. Now, Jesse Lingard has come forward to deny the interim manager’s version of events. Ahead of United’s FA Cup match against…

No Bruno: How Paul Pogba Could Fit Under Ralf Rangnick

By Vishal | February 3, 2022

Paul Pogba will be in the Manchester United squad against Middlesbrough, and could even start on Friday night. The France international’s last appearance for United was against Atalanta in November under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. After a three-month injury lay-off, he’s available for selection for the first time under Ralf Rangnick. The interim boss, who didn’t…

Republic of Ireland assistant manager Roy Keane before the match.

Roy Keane Could Return To Management After 11 Years Away

By Vishal | February 3, 2022

Roy Keane has been lined up for talks over Sunderland’s vacant managerial position. Sunderland parted ways with Lee Johnson after their 6-0 thumping at the hands of Bolton Wanderers last weekend. The embarrassing loss was just one of many disappointing results that saw the club drop out of automatic promotion places. According to the Daily…

Uruguay's Facundo Pellistri in action with Venezuela's Oscar Gonzalez.

Pellistri’s Performance In Uruguay’s 4-1 Win Shows He’s Ready For Man United

By Vishal | February 2, 2022

Facundo Pellistri was the brightest spot of all in Uruguay’s 4-1 win over Venezuela. Pellistri, who only made his national debut last week, already seems settled and in sync with veterans like Luis Suarez and Edinson Cavani. After his encouraging debut against Paraguay, Diego Alonso gave the Alaves youngster another start in a crucial World…

Sheffield United's Dean Henderson acknowledges the fans after the match.

Man Utd Stopped Henderson From Moving To Premier League Side On Deadline Day

By Vishal | February 1, 2022

Man Utd denied Dean Henderson a late loan move to Watford on transfer deadline day. Henderson, 24, has not featured once in the Premier League this season, having lost his No 1 spot to David de Gea. It appears that he was waiting for January to find a starting role elsewhere. Ralf Rangnick, however, has…

RB Leipzig coach Ralf Rangnick.

Manchester United Forward Given Green Light To Leave By Rangnick On Deadline Day

By BF Staff | January 31, 2022

Manchester United are unlikely to welcome a new arrival on transfer deadline day, but could allow Jesse Lingard to leave before the window shuts tonight. Newcastle United remain interested in signing the England international despite also pursuing Reims striker Hugo Ekitike. According to David Ornstein, Eddie Howe’s side have made an improved offer to sign…

Rashford Reacts To Amad’s Brilliant Debut Performance For Rangers

By Vishal | January 30, 2022

Amad Diallo marked his debut for Rangers with a goal inside five minutes. Amad started for Rangers, despite only joining the club on loan from Manchester United on Thursday, and immediately looked at home in the Scottish Premiership. Joe Aribo played a beautiful pass to the Ivorian, who tapped home from close range to put…