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
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
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
In the summer of 2024, French international forward Anthony Martial left Manchester United for Greek club AEK Athens as a free agent. Not many United fans mourn the loss of the French forward, but how did he go from one of the most promising young forwards in the world to a flop during his time … 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
The best part of being a Manchester United fan is being there at Old Trafford in the Theatre of Dreams seeing history being made. However, understanding where to look for tickets, and what to do, can seem harder than it actually is. With this short guide, you’ll be heading to Old Trafford in no time. … Read more
When you’ve won the Premier League 13 times, it can be quite easy to forget so many of the players that put on that iconic red shirt. It’s not hard to remember Ryan Giggs ripping through teams or Roy Keane smashing into someone. But do you remember Lauren Blanc at United… Yeah, didn’t think so. … Read more
Could Manchester United have the next Roberto Carlos on their hands? Now you’re probably thinking, who on earth is this guy, and if he’s the next Roberto Carlos, then why haven’t I heard of him yet? Well, his name is Diego León and he’s a 17-year-old Paraguayan left back, who only made his professional debut … Read more