A solid defence has always been key to successful Manchester United sides, and boy, have we had some players over the years. From centre back partnerships like Bruce and Pallister, Stam and Johnsen, and Rio and Vidic, to club legends like Dennis Irwin, Gary Neville, and Patrice Evra at left and right back, United has … Read more
I write this as Manchester United prepare to welcome Athletic Bilbao to Old Trafford for the second leg of the semi-final of the Europa League. We have one leg in the final already, and nothing short of a complete disaster will stop us from getting there – probably to face Tottenham unless they completely stack … Read more
Mention the term ‘Red Devils’ to any football fan worth his salt, and they will know exactly what you are talking about. Indeed, an image of the famous Manchester United crest will probably come into their head (red and yellow with one devil central, holding a pitchfork). However, there is somewhat of an intriguing history … Read more
From the club’s early days as Newton Heath, playing in conditions of numerous extremes, on hard rocky surfaces or almost, literal swamps to the glory days, Manchester United is a football club steeped in history. Founded by railway workers, the original team played in green and gold and struggled financially until 1902 when brewer John … Read more
Actually unbeknown to many Manchester United fans, the club has had a previous base prior to its move to Old Trafford in 1910 amid pressing concerns about the surface quality in their previous home. There is no doubt that for many, when they think about ‘Manchester United’ an image of Old Trafford springs to mind, … Read more
Without a doubt, one of the best things about going to a football match is the atmosphere and a big part of what makes this is the fans who are instrumental in coming up with original and occasionally hilarious songs and chants. Manchester United is a club over the last couple of decades that has … Read more
Possibly one of the most iconic ‘old’ football stadiums in the world, Old Trafford became a true sporting landmark, especially during the reign of Sir Alex Ferguson. Due to the club’s success, the stadium was often seen on television a lot, with the major broadcasters usually airing matches that featured the club – especially in … Read more
There aren’t many football players who spring to mind that have more than one statue in tribute to their achievements, though the late, ever-dignified Denis Law can be fondly remembered as such. Arguably one of the ‘holy trinity’ Manchester United players, that includes Sir Bobby Charlton and George Best, Law is the only Scottish player … Read more