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What do you think the dull 0-0 draw between United and City? Liam C was at Old Trafford and offered some analysis alongside catching up with some fans in and around Old Trafford. This was a result that reflected the current state of both teams more than any great tactical masterclass.  Manchester United and Manchester City played out a 0-0 at Old Trafford that lacked the energy and intensity typically associated with one of English football’s biggest fixtures. Ruben Amorim’s tactical system is showing the results it can yield after one first-team Manchester United player impressed against Manchester City at Old Trafford. #MUFC #PremierLeague #Football [image or embed] — United In Focus - Manchester United News ( @unitedinfocus.com ) 7 April 2025 at 18:04 Manchester United adopted a familiar approach, sitting deep and attempting to hit City on the counter-attack. While their defensive discipline was commendable, their attacking play once again left much to be desired.  RE...

Was this player Manchester United's greatest bargain in the transfer market? He won the lot at Old Trafford and is still spoken about as being one of the club's finest defenders Author - Liam C Source | chanjack-memorabilia/  on Flickr Denis Irwin began his career with Leeds United in 1983, making 72 appearances in the Second Division, before moving on to Oldham Athletic on a free transfer in 1986.  He helped Oldham reach the semi-finals of the FA Cup and the final of the League Cup in 1990. His performances captured the attention of someone high-profile. In the summer of 1990, he was transferred to Manchester United for a fee of £625,000. In 12 years at Old Trafford, he made 296 Premier League appearances and won seven Premier League title medals, as well as two FA Cup winner's medals (1994 and 1996), a League Cup winner's medal and UEFA Champions League and European Cup Winners' Cups.  READ MORE: Latest Man United news and stories from European Super Football ...

Ruthless Manchester United strengthened their grip on the top three  Manchester United tightened their hold on a top-three spot in the Women's Super League with a dominant victory over a struggling Aston Villa side. Author - Olivia T Marc Skinner’s team controlled proceedings at Villa Park and were rewarded as they moved seven points clear of rivals Manchester City in the race for Women’s Champions League qualification. For Villa, it was another damaging result in their fight for survival. Natalia Arroyo’s side remain just one point above the relegation zone, with growing concerns over their WSL future. They were outclassed by a superior United side and found themselves 3-0 down by half time. Striker Elisabeth Terland struck twice, first tapping in Celin Bizet’s pass from close range before heading home a superb curling cross from Jayde Riviere. Source | Barclays Women's Super League England international Grace Clinton added a third on the stroke of half time, lifting ...

The unveiling of plans for United's new stadium has been met with positivity in some areas.  Several matchgoing fans have voiced their displeasure at the announcement.  Author - Liam C Once building has started, it is expected to take five years to complete. This would mean that the 2030/2031 would probably be the last season to be played at Old Trafford if the project goes ahead.  The harshest critics of the plans have said that, at a time when Manchester United are having to make significant cutbacks, this feels massively inappropriate.  Other fans have been more concerned that more of the club's will soon be lost with a new stadium.  Click to read more about this recent announcement  What are United fans saying then? It is always difficult trying to represent the views of Man United fans on topics such as this one. There's inevitably going to be many different voices.  Olivia T, regular contributor for Manchester Super News and European Super ...

Manchester United fans have once again been urged to wear black to protest against the ownership of their club. This idea has come from a significant supporters group, the 1958, who have told fans to wear black when they attend Sunday's match against Arsenal at Old Trafford. Author - Olivia T A spokesperson for the ground said: “The club is slowly dying before our eyes, on and off the pitch, and the blame lies squarely at the current ownership model. The club is facing financial Armageddon. Debt is the road to ruin." In recent months, several cost-cutting and fundraising measures have been implemented following Sir Jim Ratcliffe's INEOS group completing a minority share purchase of 27.7% on February 20 of last year. These measures include the recent decision to set all ticket prices at £66, regardless of age, as well as two rounds of redundancies. Ruben Amorim took over from Ten Hag in October, but there has been no improvement in the team's performance. The latest...

A football legend and worldwide icon was remembered in Manchester Family, fans, and footballers from various generations came together to pay their final respects to Denis Law, the legendary Manchester United and Scotland player. Author - Sophie T Around 750 mourners attended his funeral to honor one of football's greatest icons. Additionally, over 1,000 fans gathered at Old Trafford to applaud as the funeral procession passed the stadium. The cortege made a stop at the Trinity statue, which features Law alongside Sir Bobby Charlton and George Best, before continuing on to Manchester Cathedral. RIP Denis Law www.youtube.com/live/t1kWISE... [image or embed] — European Super Football ( @superfootball.bsky.social ) 11 February 2025 at 17:44 Denis Law, the only Scotsman ever to be named the world's best player, passed away last month at the age of 84. Sir Kenny Dalglish, who shares the record with him at 30 goals, was among those paying their respects as Denis Law was honoured...

Manchester United have made a new signing The Old Trafford club have confirmed that Patrick Dorgu has joined the club, subject to visa and registration. Author -  Liam Chadwick The Denmark international has signed a contract until June 2030, with the option of an additional year. Dorgu, 20, has played 57 games for Lecce, contributing five goals already. The versatile defender has enjoyed an excellent season so far, having won the second-most ground duels in Serie A and attempted the fourth most take-ons of any defender in the league. Patrick Dorgu told the Manchester United website: “I am incredibly proud to be able to call myself a Manchester United player; this is a very special day for my whole family. “I cannot wait to work with Ruben Amorim; his vision for this team and the future of the club is incredibly exciting. There is a clear plan set out for my development, and I feel that Manchester United is the perfect place to fulfil my potential and complete my huge amb...

With so much instability at Old Trafford, is this a good decision? Manchester United have confirmed they’ve activated a one-year extension to Harry Maguire’s contract. Author - Olivia T Maguire playing for Man United in 2020 The 31-year-old defender, who joined from Leicester City in 2019, was due to see his deal expire this summer. However, the extension means he’ll remain at Old Trafford until June 2026. Maguire has so far made 222 appearances for the club, scoring 12 goals and winning two major trophies: the Carabao Cup in 2023 and the FA Cup in 2024 . The centre-back remains determined to add more silverware to his collection in the years ahead. Under ths manager Ruben Amorim, Harry Maguire has featured in seven games this season, showcasing his ability to thrive in a back-three formation – a system he’s familiar with from his time with England. His performances have been particularly impressive, notably in the 2-1 victory over Manchester City at the Etihad. Maguire has al...

It was another memorable Manchester Derby Manchester City 1 - 2 Manchester United Author - Sophie T Let's explore some of the best reaction Here's some of the European Super Football report City had looked set for the win after Josko Gvardiol’s first-half header, but United turned the game on its head in the dying moments, securing a crucial early triumph for new manager Ruben Amorim. The standout performer was Amad Diallo, who won an 88th-minute penalty after being brought down by Matheus Nunes. Bruno Fernandes coolly converted to level the score. Moments later, Diallo capitalised again, slotting home from a tight angle to complete the turnaround. It was a game of few clear chances, with both sides struggling to create much of note. United appeared to have squandered their best opportunity to equalise when Fernandes, put through by Rasmus Højlund, chipped Ederson but missed the target with 17 minutes remaining. However, the match erupted in the final moments, leaving City’s fa...

Here's some breaking news from the football world Manchester United's sporting director, Dan Ashworth, has left the club after just five months in the role. Author - Jamie P Sources close to the situation revealed that Ashworth was informed of the decision following United’s home defeat to Nottingham Forest on Saturday. He was seen walking through the press conference area alongside chief operating officer Collette Roche before heading to a meeting where his departure was confirmed. Ashworth officially joined United on 1 July, following a five-month gardening leave period after leaving Newcastle. It has been a challenging season for United. Erik ten Hag was sacked in October after a poor start , with just three wins in their opening nine Premier League games. The cost of parting ways with Ten Hag and his staff amounted to £10.4m while bringing in his replacement, Ruben Amorim, required an £11m release clause payment. EXCLUSIVE: Dan Ashworth leaves #MUFC after 5months as ...

Southampton 0 - 3 Manchester United Matthijs de Ligt netted his first goal for Manchester United, helping Erik ten Hag's team secure a crucial Premier League victory over Southampton. European Super Football match report The Red Devils had entered the international break on a low note, following a heavy defeat to Liverpool, and were in dire need of a strong response upon their return. After a shaky start, United found their rhythm, with Andre Onana’s penalty save from Cameron Archer proving a key moment. Shortly afterwards, they seized the advantage. Summer signing De Ligt broke the deadlock , expertly heading into the bottom corner from a brilliant cross delivered by Bruno Fernandes. Just six minutes later, United doubled their advantage when Marcus Rashford scored his first goal of the season, threading a low shot through a crowded box to find the net—his first since March. The quickfire double appeared to take the wind out of Southampton's sails, allowing United to cont...

Another defeat for Manchester United where they had plenty of opportunities to win but couldn't get over the line. Their players must improve their game management in the season ahead. The Red Devils were beaten 2-1 at Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday in our first away match of the Premier League campaign after Seagulls striker Joao Pedro headed a 95th-minute winner. It was the sixth time since the 2022/23 season that Ten Hag's side have lost a league game from a goal scored in second-half stoppage time. They will be hoping to bounce back from the disappointment on the south coast when Arne Slot’s Liverpool visit Old Trafford on Sunday 1 September, What are they currently doing well at and how can they build on it? One of the most noticeable improvements in this team during the first two weeks of the Premier League season is their pressing game, both in its organisation and the intensity with which they apply it. Having Fernandes play as a false nine has been a key fa...

The Manchester United and Atalanta have agreed a £72m deal for Danish striker Rasmus Hojlund. Manchester United will pay £64m plus £8m in add-ons for the 20-year-old. In his 34 appearances last season, Hojlund scored 10 goals for Atalanta. You can see some of his best moments in the video below. Footage from  The Best Of Rasmus Hojlund | Serie A 2022/23 - YouTube His United contract will last for five years, with an option for an additional year. United manager Erik ten Hag has now signed three players this summer, including midfielder Mason Mount from Chelsea and goalkeeper Andre Onana from Inter Milan. Transfer News: Man United have a new keeper (eurosuperfootball.blogspot.com) Transfer News: Manchester United sign Mason Mount (eurosuperfootball.blogspot.com) More football news from across Europe can be found here across the European Super Football blog.  European Super Football (eurosuperfootball.blogspot.com) Although United had been attempting to keep the fee below £6...