This is why we love football. Fiery, explosive, entertaining and incredibly dramatic when you least expect it. It has been a while since a Manchester Derby was this nerve-racking, and what a game it turned out to be. Manchester City went into this game knowing that a win would see them officially crowned Premier League…
Manchester United did the unexpected and stole City’s thunder quite well on Saturday, when the Red Devils held their bitter rivals to a 3-2 defeat at home, ending a long-held streak and delaying a party that was eagerly anticipated. While City took the lead via goals from Kompany and Gundogan early in the first half,…
What a comeback! What an upset! Manchester United succeeded in spoiling the party for their noisy neighbors, as the Red Devils managed to bring back a two-goal deficit to ensure that the Etihad won’t be celebrating Premier League glory just yet. Second half beauties from Paul Pogba and Chris Smalling, the former providing a splendid…
With Pep Guardiola’s latest comments on Paul Pogba claiming that the French star was ‘offered’ to him by Mino Raiola in January, we decided to do a rational evaluation as to what would have possibly happened if Pogba had moved to the Etihad. Watch Video: https://youtu.be/uopjVuWok10 SUBSCRIBE to BlameFootball: http://bit.ly/BlameFootballYoutube
Pep Guardiola stirred the football world with his recent claim that he was offered Paul Pogba and Henrikh Mkhitaryan two months ago by Mino Raiola, while he spoke at his pre-match press conference ahead of Saturday’s derby. Shortly after the news hit the headlines on Friday afternoon, the United No.6 confirmed he was unaware of such…
Pep Guardiola has made a shocking revelation whilst he verbally hit back at Mino Raiola, who entitled the Spaniard “a coward, a dog” the previous month. Apparently, the prolific gaffer declared that Raiola tried to engineer a move for both Paul Pogba and Henrikh Mkhitaryan to Manchester City two months ago, while speaking in his…
Cristiano Ronaldo’s overhead bicycle kick is bound to remain in the memory of supporters for quite a while now. The splendid effort during the Champions League encounter thoroughly impressed players and fans alike, with supporters in the Juventus stadium rising to their feet to applaud what has to be one of the finest goals they’ve…
The stage is set and the giants are about to clash yet again. The Manchester derby cannot get any bigger in terms of stakes, as the Etihad stadium will be eager to wrap up business in the Premier League, a feat that has been a season in the making. A win and solely a win…
Luke Shaw’s commitment to the Mancunian team was always put under serious assessment by Jose Mourinho. And accordingly, over the last two campaigns, the full-back has been heavily familiarised with the bench, devoid of much chances to operate on the field. Nevertheless, the English international has displayed substantial patience, still waiting for that opportunity to…
Though Mesut Özil was the biggest name that was constantly linked with a move to Old Trafford back in January, Alexis Sanchez turned out to be the only player who made the switch. And after the shock move was pulled off by Manchester United, their fans were hoping the German would follow, as Jose Mourinho…
Man Utd are set to begin negotiations with Napoli over a potential deal for Faouzi Ghoulam, and have reportedly prepared an opening bid of £26 million. Jose Mourinho is set to orchestrate a massive overhaul of his defense in the summer, having been massively let down by the options at his disposal. The likes of Matteo…
Ander Herrera has admitted that he is eager to stay at Manchester United beyond the summer. The 28-year-old has struggled for minutes this season following the arrival of Nemanja Matic in the summer, and has been a far cry from the player who dominated games from the center of the park for Manchester United last…
David De Gea to Real Madrid is a move that Manchester United have been trying to snub off for good for the past few years. According to latest reports, though, the Mancunian fans could now breathe a sigh of relief, as the talented shot-stopper is being offered a new and updated deal to extend his…
United’s Executive Vice Chairman Ed Woodward is reasonably prepared to support Jose Mourinho with the hopes of bringing in as many hot targets as possible over the summer. According to The Sun, Woodward is helping the gaffer sharpen his transfer budget to reach the £200 million target. Furthermore, the official will show his support by…
Scoring a brace to award the victory to United in the Premier League equivalent of El Classico wasn’t enough to earn Marcus Rashford a cemented place in the starting line up, as Alexis Sanchez accommodated it yet again despite poor form. However, it was a decision that turned out to be the tactical brilliance that…
Jose Mourinho has already begun his work in the transfer market, and has reportedly opened talks with Alex Sandro and Samuel Umtiti over a summer move to Old Trafford. The United boss has a reputation of finishing off his dealings in the summer market as early as possible, as he believes clubs tend to raise…
Man United’s former gaffer, Sir Alex Ferguson, has backed Scott McTominay by comparing him to one of the Red Devils’ very own David Beckham, according to reports. McTominay’s steep rise in United’s ranks has caught everyone’s attention, and Ferguson too, seems to be highly impressed by the 21-year-old’s development under current boss Jose Mourinho. The…
These days, few sights fail to astonish the general public when it comes to football, and yet, just when one thinks they’ve seen everything, something new graces the pitch. This time around, an interesting spectacle was to be seen off the pitch, as Jose Mourinho and Swansea manager Carlos Carvalhal shared a table during the…
Luke Shaw and Jose Mourinho don’t exactly share the most amicable relations in the game. The Portuguese gaffer has been particularly hard on the young left-back, and has changed his stance on the player’s future on numerous occasions. Apart from being sarcastic about his injury concerns, Mourinho has been sharp and vocal in putting down…
A total of 26 goals in 44 appearances for Manchester United – only the eighth player in the club’s 140-year history to have reached that amount in his debut season. Belgium’s all-time leading goalscorer at the age of only 24. Only 3 goals away from becoming the highest scorer his club has had in the…
Romelu Lukaku has stepped up for Alexis Sanchez, who has finally ended his seven-match goal drought following a goal against Swansea this weekend. The Welsh side’s trip to Old Trafford ended with defeat, as goals from Lukaku and Sanchez sealed the victory for the home side. Meanwhile, the Belgian managed to record his 100th Premier…
Manchester United beat Swansea City 2-0 at Old Trafford to get a grip on the second place in the Premier League table. Alexis Sanchez scored one and set up another for Romelu Lukaku, as the Red Devils enjoyed a productive night with a show of positivity. Here are the player ratings, as Jose Mourinho’s men…
Jose Mourinho and Paul Pogba’s strained relationship drama has already caused havoc at Old Trafford, and as it appears, the edgy liaison between the duo has now caused one star to re-evaluate his future with the Red Devils, as per reports. The Frenchman has been targeted by his boss for showcasing lack of focus, and…
Manchester United are on their third manager since Sir Alex Ferguson stepped down, and though life under Jose Mourinho is not exactly the most entertaining, it has surely been fruitful. However, falling behind rivals has also been a trend ever since the Scot’s departure. Manchester City have overtaken their neighbours by a margin, and United’s…
Old Trafford will be eager to see action again, as the international break finally comes to an end. Swansea City will be tough visitors, as proven in their recent run at Old Trafford, wherein all three points have been taken by the Red Devils only twice in the last five occasions. It will be crucial…
Jose Mourinho discussed a potential start for the out-of-favor left-back, Luke Shaw, after being quizzed about Paul Pogba, according to reports. The Special One has developed a strained relationship with both Pogba and Shaw over the past months, and with the Red Devils set to take on Swansea City in the Premier League tomorrow, Mourinho…
As per recent reports, negotiations between Barcelona and Samuel Umtiti over a new contract haven’t been going well, and Manchester United could quite possibly swoop in to take advantage of the situation and secure the defender’s services. With that in mind, let us take a look at the 7 things that are likely to happen…
Jose Mourinho wants to exponate Man Utd’s defensive abilities, and has identified Real Madrid and Barcelona centre-backs as potential targets. Samuel Umtiti and Raphael Varane are believed to be the top names on Mourinho’s target list. And one of these men could potentially be a defensive partner for Eric Bailly, who is in desperate need…
It looks like the David De Gea to Real Madrid and Cristiano Ronaldo to United story is going to continue for a long time. The transfer speculation surrounding the two has been a familiar tale over recent seasons. De Gea has been a hero at United, being their best player over the years. The Spaniard…
Saudi Arabian star Muhammad Al-Sahlawi is set to train with Manchester United for three weeks. Though the Red Devils are welcoming a new player at Carrington, it’s nothing related to a transfer. United offered the Middle Eastern star an opportunity to train and maintain fitness before the busy summer lying ahead. Saudi Arabia announce that…
Man United are continuously being linked to a host of midfielders to join them in the summer. With Michael Carrick retiring and Marouane Fellaini likely to depart, manager Jose Mourinho is said to be in the market searching for a key midfielder. With several names doing the rounds, the latest player to join the list…
Eric Bailly is one of the funniest guys in the current Manchester United squad, and he also happens to be a very good friend of legendary striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The Swedish international, who recently left the Old Trafford club for Los Angeles Galaxy in the US, had come to say goodbye to his United mates…
Jose Mourinho has come to a conclusion on the Paul Pogba saga, deciding against putting him up for sale in the summer. The Frenchman has been under the spotlight over the past couple of months, having put in a series of dreadful performances for United, which have seen him lose his starting spot to academy…
Manchester United higher-ups have handed Jose Mourinho a six-man target list, which consists of potential partners for Nemanja Matic and Paul Pogba. All seemed well after the Serbian international’s arrival in the summer, as it offered some dynamic range to the United midfield. But eventually, flaws have started to surface, and they’ve been exploited multiple…
Manchester United are planning a major overhaul in the summer, as they plan to axe five names from Old Trafford. According to The Sun, Jose Mourinho has been told by his higher-ups that he would need to offload players before he can make big money signings again in order to rebuild the squad. Chris Smalling,…
To the outside world, it may appear to be a random number on a shirt, but anyone who regularly follows professional sport will know exactly how important a squad number really is. In basketball, the number 23 was held by the great Michael Jordan and was subsequently retired by several teams as a mark of…
Another transfer window approaches, and Manchester United are bound to be eager to spend yet again. Despite landing Alexis Sanchez in the winter, United’s woes haven’t lessened all that much. In fact, the up and down performance of Pogba, the selection dilemma of Martial, and the impending retirement of Carrick amidst the exits of the…
Jose Mourinho is a gem of a manager, and his resume and relationship with players is out there to prove that. However, the Portuguese gaffer has had the habit of being critical of his players. Anyone in the competitive sports will know just how important criticism is, and how it often goes a long way…
Manchester United may have lost Zlatan Ibrahimovic after the forward made a move to the Major League Soccer, but they have identified the Swede’s replacement, with the club said to be going big. Zlatan had a remarkable first season at United after landing from Paris Saint-Germain on a free transfer in the summer of 2016.…
There seems to be no end to what David De Gea can do, as he proved yet again last night that there’s hardly a shot he can’t save. The prospect of Germany locking horns with Spain excited many fans, and the fixture did not disappoint. An early goal from Valencia man Rodrigo was cancelled out…
Real Madrid are keeping tabs on Marcus Rashford, and are weighing up the possibility of signing him, as per reports. Having made a brilliant start to the season, when he was deservedly Jose Mourinho’s first choice ahead of Anthony Martial, the Englishman’s form soon tailed off, and he was subsequently dropped. Martial’s improvement and consistency,…
Although a star defender at Barcelona these days, a young Gerard Pique found himself to be an upcoming talent at Manchester United. Having left his homeland for Old Trafford for a short stint of four years, the Spaniard learned quite a bit from the Red Devils. But apart from technical ability, he certainly learned what…
Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s contract at United was terminated for the second time in less than 12 months less than a day ago. The striker, who then signed for MLS side LA Galaxy, left a cheeky farewell message on his Instagram account. The post oozes Ibrahimovic’s typical humour and most fans enjoyed it. See the post here:…
The red side of Manchester bid farewell to a world-class superstar, as Zlatan Ibrahimovic departs from England to seal a move to MLS outfit LA Galaxy. With his transfer to the US-based club yet to be officially announced, let us take a look at the 7 things that will likely happen following this switch. https://youtu.be/1MY-mnXyVDA?t=22s…
Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s Man United career is over, and he could be on his way out of the club as soon as this week, according to ESPN. The legendary striker suffered a woeful injury at the fag end of last season, and having only signed for the club on a one year contract, it looked to…
Alexis Sanchez is struggling to adapt to life as a Manchester United player, and sources at the club fear he may end up the same way Angel Di Maria did if things don’t improve quickly. Despite breaking the then British transfer record to sign him from Real Madrid, the Red Devils were forced to let…
Manchester United has always been a hub for great talent to develop and excel. If not from their youth academy, the scouts seem to be perpetually on the lookout for young and rising players from other nations to eventually integrate them into the system. While not all are lucky enough to make the final cut,…
Jose Mourinho hasn’t minced words when it comes to Luke Shaw. After the starlet’s dismal showing against Brighton in the FA Cup, wherein he was subbed off at half-time, the Portuguese gaffer has been strong in his criticism of the 22-year-old. And one can’t help but feel awful for the former Southampton player, who arrived…
All is not well for Luke Shaw at Old Trafford, as he was reportedly involved in a bust-up with Jose Mourinho, who has already identified a replacement. The man in the frame is young Fulham starlet Ryan Sessegnon. The youngster gained popularity playing for the England U17s, when he impressed one and all over the…
Following Manchester United’s embarrassing knockout from the Champions League and Jose Mourinho’s subsequent rants in the press conferences, media has been rife with reports hinting at the Portuguese tactician’s potential departure from the Theatre of Dreams. Amid this speculation, let us take a look at things that are likely to happen if the Special One…
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Manchester United is a football club based in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester, England. It was founded in the year 1878 as Newton Heath LYR Football Club, and got officially renamed to Manchester United in 1902. The club is not only one of the biggest in the world, but also one of the most widely followed ones.
Manchester United competes in the Premier League – a competition the Red Devils have managed to win a record 20 times. The club has also won numerous other major titles, such as 12 FA Cups, 5 Football League Cups, 21 FA Community Shields (record), 3 UEFA Champions Leagues, 1 European Cup Winners’ Cup, 1 European Super Cup, 1 Intercontinental Cup, 1 FIFA Club World Cup, and 1 UEFA Europa League amongst other accolades.
The Old Trafford club has always been home to some of the biggest names in world football. Legends like Sir Bobby Charlton, Dennis Law, George Best, Eric Cantona, Peter Schmeichel, Roy Keane, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, David Beckham, Wayne Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo, amongst numerous others, are a part of Manchester United’s decorated history. The club is also home to some world-class players at present, with David De Gea, Juan Mata, Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford, Anthony Martial, Paul Pogba, etc. being regular names on their team sheet.
The team’s home colours are red and white. The club crest consists of the words “Manchester United,” along with a ship in full sail, which is derived from the Manchester City Council coat of arms. The devil below it stems from the team’s nickname “The Red Devils”. United play at the Old Trafford stadium, which is also nicknamed as the Theatre of Dreams.
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