August The season began with Manchester City’s new £51m signing, Erling Haaland, scoring … a lot. The Norwegian struck twice on his Premier League debut at West Ham, scored another against Newcastle where City rescued a 3-3 draw, and then racked up back-to-back hat-tricks against Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest. Contrast
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Qatari owners would take more from Manchester United than Glazers ever did | Jonathan Liew
Perhaps, in a way, this had to happen eventually. Football’s narrative arc demanded nothing less. The numbers simply made too little sense. Perhaps like Batman v Superman, Godzilla v Kong, the cronut, Manchester United and Qatar was simply a crossover concept begging to be brought into existence. Indulge me for
Next Generation 2021: 20 of the best talents at Premier League clubs
*Brentford do not have an academy so their player falls outside the age bracket Photo credits: AFC Bournemouth/Getty Images; Arsenal FC/Getty Images; BPI/Shutterstock; Burnley FC; CameraSport/Getty Images; Chelsea FC/Getty Images; Everton FC/Getty Images; Getty Images; Manchester City FC/Getty Images; Manchester United/Getty Images; Newcastle United; Norwich City; PPAUK/CPFC; ProSports/Shutterstock; Shutterstock; Southampton FC/Getty
Premier League 2021-22 review: flops of the season
Manchester United It is difficult writing lists that point out individual failings, so it is quite pleasing how bad Manchester United have been across the board. On the player front Fred, Cristiano Ronaldo and David de Gea escape with their reputations relatively intact. The summer recruits Jadon Sancho and Raphaël Varane
Premier League 2021-22 review: the season’s best photos
This season we’ve received more than 800,000 Premier League pictures from staff, agency and freelance photographers. Here are some of the most emotive, arresting and creative images which capture the narrative of another memorable top-flight campaign.AugustChristian Nørgaard of Brentford celebrates after scoring against Arsenal on the first night of the
Manchester United: Glazer family put another 9.5m shares up for sale
Emotions over Manchester United's ownership have been simmering for 16 years Manchester United's owners have put up another 9.5m shares, with a value of $186.86m (£137.12m), for sale. United notified the New York Stock Exchange of the sale on Tuesday evening, in the names of club directors Kevin Glazer and Edward Glazer. The
Solskjær hits out over Manchester United’s ‘impossible’ fixture pile-up
Ole Gunnar Solskjær criticised “people who’ve never played football at this level” for crafting Manchester United’s congested schedule after his side added another date to the diary by securing their spot in the Europa League final against Villarreal, despite falling to defeat against Roma in the semi-final second leg.United overcame
Sir Alex Ferguson: Never Give In, trailer for documentary on legendary manager – video
The documentary Sir Alex Ferguson: Never Give In explores the life of the legendary footballer and manager, delving into his decades-long career as well as his personal life. While recovering from a brain haemorrhage, Ferguson talks through his most treasured memories. From his upbringing in Govan, meeting his wife Cathy,
Premier League and Old Firm derby: 10 talking points from the weekend
‘Glazers out’: Manchester United fans take to Old Trafford pitch during protest – video
Manchester United’s game with Liverpool at Old Trafford on Sunday was delayed after hundreds of fans broke into Old Trafford and entered the pitch as they protested against the club’s ownership. Some individuals were seen carrying flares, with a corner flag being taken and paraded outside. Source The Guardian