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

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

He goes by the name of Wayne Rooney

Manchester United

Over the last week, there have been a few scathing reports on the transfer of Wayne Rooney. This season has been a tough one for the 31-year old. He has not faced such a slump in his career. He was a regular in David Moyes’ Everton side all those years ago in 2002. He also … 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

The Manchester United Afternoon Bulletin

Afternoon Bulletin

ROOMERS Tianjin Quanjian boss Fabio Cannavaro admitted that his club made an approach for Rooney but dropped out of the race to sign him. Rooney not suiting his team’s ‘style of play’ is the alleged reason. Cannavaro also revealed a bid to sign Borussia Dortmund hitman Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang but were turned down as Dortmund look … Read more

Zlatan Ibrahimovic – Too old, they said

Opinion

Zlatan’s FA Cup winner against Blackburn on Sunday was his 24th goal of the season in all competitions since joining from some decent team in France. Not too shabby for a 35-year-old who many believed to be ‘too old’ for the Premier League. Paul Scholes, when interviewed, believes he shouldn’t be United’s main striker because … Read more

The Manchester United Afternoon Bulletin

Afternoon Bulletin

LUKE SURE TO STAY Jose Mourinho is optimistic that Luke Shaw will stay at Old Trafford beyond the summer despite falling down the pecking order. He has only started 6 Premier League games after a broken leg ruled him out of the 2015-16 season. Shaw finds himself behind Matteo Darmian and Daley Blind. Asked whether … Read more

The Manchester United Afternoon Bulletin

Afternoon Bulletin

CARRICK ANNOUNCEMENT Michael Carrick is preparing for a major announcement, he has revealed on Instagram. Any announcement is expected to be with regard to a testimonial for the midfield maestro, rather than news of a contract extension. Meanwhile, pictures of Carrick filming at Old Trafford has emerged. Staying with Carrick, the Daily Mail claims that … Read more

The Manchester United Afternoon Bulletin

Manchester United

It’s time for the Afternoon Bulletin! TONY MARTIAL SCORES AGAIN With Anthony Martial’s latest goal and assist during the convincing win over the Hornets means that he’s now been involved in 22 league goals since his debut, which is the most by any United player since. Tony’s also scored 24 goals in all competitions meaning … Read more

The Magnificent Seven

Over the years, Manchester United have had an abundance of quality players, many of which have worn the now iconic number seven shirt. The names of the previous “owners” of the famous shirt will be synonymous with titles, cups, goalscoring and the like. George Best, Bryan Robson, Eric Cantona, David Beckham and, more recently, Cristiano … Read more