The Manchester United Afternoon Bulletin

Afternoon Bulletin

ROJO RECALL Argentina have recalled Marcus Rojo for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers. Rojo was dropped in November after erratic game time at the start of the season. But an upturn in form and increase in game time has helped Rojo earn an international recall. He was along with keeper Sergio Romero for the qualifiers … Read more

United announce Carrick testimonial match between a United 2008 XI and Michael Carrick All-Stars

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Michael Carrick can look back over his impressive medal haul with a great sense of pride when he eventually hangs up his boots on illustrious career which has seen him win every trophy domestically and a Champions League and World Club Cup to boot. So far no new deal has been offered to United’s number … Read more

The Manchester United Afternoon Bulletin

Afternoon Bulletin

Carrick Testimonial In news that dominated most of the United chat on Thursday, Manchester United have decided to honour Michael Carrick’s 11 yearlong trophy-filled Old Trafford career by giving him a testimonial match in June. Manchester United’s 2008 XI, boasting the likes of Edwin Van Der Sar and Rio Ferdinand will take on a Carrick … Read more

The Manchester United Afternoon Bulletin

Afternoon Bulletin

KING IBRA TO REIGN UNTIL 2019? Zlatan Ibrahimovic would reportedly be happy to commit to United beyond next season. His contract expires at the end of this season but there is an option to extend it beyond this season. But any deal would be dependent on United qualifying for the Champions League. It is the … Read more

The Manchester United Afternoon Bulletin

Afternoon Bulletin

FAN ANGER A plate was thrown at Paul Pogba by angry fans. Pogba was having a private dinner with friends when the fans approached him for an autograph. He ‘politely’ refused. This enraged the fans and reportedly backed the world’s most expensive into a corner and hurled a plate at him. The bust-up caused the … Read more

Jose Mourinho – “I want even more”

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Jose Mourinho wasn’t born with the gift of personable skills. He rarely laughs or even smiles and he rarely stretches his vocal cords outside monotone, which gives the ‘I’d rather be anywhere but here’ impression. No one can question his passion. His passion rivals any other manager; he just expresses it in a different way … Read more

The Manchester United Afternoon Bulletin

Afternoon Bulletin

MEGA FIRENDLY Manchester United and Barcelona are reportedly in talks over a showpiece friendly in America in the buildup to next season. Washington Redskins’ FedEx Fields is being mooted as the venue for the clash. The sides previously played at the same venue back in 2011. The then Champions League runners-up defeated the Champions 2-1. … Read more

The Manchester United Afternoon Bulletin

Afternoon Bulletin

OFF THEIR PERCH Manchester United are officially the most successful English club after their EFL Cup triumph over Southampton enabled them to move to 42 major wins ahead of Liverpool’s 41. United have the chance to pull clear from Liverpool as they chase Cup glory in the FA Cup and in the Europa League. The … Read more

The Manchester United Afternoon Bulletin

Afternoon Bulletin

NEW DYNASTY The FA Cup triumph over Crystal Palace in 1990 launched a footballing dynasty that lasted around 25 years. Though last season’s Cup triumph at Wembley against the same team failed to launch United’s post-Ferguson dynasty, Jose Mourinho is optimistic that success in today’s final will be the first of many trophies he wins … Read more

The Manchester United Afternoon Bulletin

Afternoon Bulletin

LEGEND PRAISE Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs has praised Marcus Rashford. He revealed that he enjoys watching him play as much as he enjoyed coaching him. Giggs has tipped Rashford for greater success individually and as part of the United setup. Giggs also singled out Rashford’s pace, directness and impact at the club. KEY TO … Read more