International
As a club, Manchester United have been blessed with some of the finest footballing talent the world has ever seen. However, there is a difference between being a great player and being a great captain. The level of responsibility you hold as the captain of Manchester United is enough to make lesser players crumble, but … Read more
For many affiliated with Manchester United it is likely that they would be able to name at least two of their grounds – obviously, Old Trafford and North Road, where they started. Fewer will probably be able to remember that the club started as Newton Heath Football Club, nicknamed ‘The Heathens’. But, only a fraction … Read more
The Manchester United badge is an iconic staple in English football, known all around the world. But it didn’t always look the way it does now. Since the club’s formation as ‘Newton Heath’ in 1878, there has been many changes to the renowned badge it is today. So, let’s take a trip back to the … Read more
There are just 12 players to have won the World Cup and played for Manchester United. I’m sure you’re just as surprised as me! This span only seven different World Cup’s but with a 56-year gap between the first and last. Of the 12, only five of them actively played for United when they won … Read more
Do you risk destroying the soul of the club, to create a world class stadium or redevelop a decaying ground, which may never become ‘state of the art’ again? This is the predicament new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his INEOS team face, after expressing their intent to improve the stadium. Old Trafford has been … Read more
A global conglomerate group backed by the former richest man in Britain, what could possibly go wrong? INEOS is a chemical company which comprises 36 businesses in 29 countries around the world. They’re owned by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who has a keen interest in sport and has diversified the businesses portfolio to begin ventures into … Read more
In the 31 years since the Premier League’s inauguration in 1992, many brilliant wingers have dazzled in England. From the likes of Marc Overmars to Arjen Robben, English football hasn’t lacked in quality. With the ever-evolving nature of football, the role of a winger has diversified from the traditional left or right midfielder in a … Read more
Manchester United vs Manchester City Red vs Blue. The pride of Manchester on the line. But who will win? 165 crunch matches have been and gone, with the red half of Manchester sitting as the kings of the city, winning 65 of those meetings, compared to the sky blues’ 52. Sir Alex Ferguson’s dynasty ensured … Read more
Since Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement in 2013, Manchester United have had an abundance of different strikers with varying levels of success and impact. The 20-time Premier League winners have struggled to find a consistent centre forward who is good enough to lead the line for several years, often opting for older, more experienced options. In … Read more
After a month of jaw dropping football, the 2022 Qatar World Cup has come to an end. Such a tournament will be remembered for decades to come, be it for reasons on the field and off the field. From Japan’s upset against Germany, to Messi magic in the final, this World Cup had it all. … Read more