Manchester, UK | Xinhua | Manchester United confirmed that they have re-signed Cristiano Ronaldo, 12 years after he left the club to join Real Madrid in 2009. The 36-year-old has signed a two-year contract with the option of that being extended for a further year, the Manchester United website reported on …
Read More »Ronaldo back at Manchester United
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Cristiano Ronaldo has rejoined Manchester United. “Manchester United is delighted to confirm that the club has reached agreement with Juventus for the transfer of Cristiano Ronaldo,” the club said in a statement. Welcome 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲, @Cristiano 🔴#MUFC | #Ronaldo — Manchester United (@ManUtd) August 27, 2021 …
Read More »Manchester United sign Jadon Sancho from Dortmund
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Manchester United have confirmed the signing of winger Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund. The England international has agreed a five-year deal at Man Utd, with the option of a further 12 months. “The chance to join Manchester United is a dream come true and I …
Read More »Setback for Rashford as shoulder injury to sideline him until October
London, UK | Xinhua | Manchester United and England striker Marcus Rashford has been handed an injury setback which means he will miss the first two months of next season. The 23-year-old, who was one of three England players subject to racist abuse after missing a penalty in Sunday’s European Championship …
Read More »Firmino brace helps Liverpool defeat Man Utd
✳ Man United 2 Liverpool 4 London, UK | THE INDEPENDENT | Roberto Firmino’s double helped Liverpool to victory in a thrilling win over Manchester United that boosts their top-four hopes. Bruno Fernandes had put Man Utd ahead on 10 minutes with a shot that deflected in off Nathaniel Phillips. 𝑻𝒉𝒂𝒕 is what …
Read More »Ex-Man United defender Antonio Valencia retires
Quito, Ecuador | XINHUA | Former Manchester United and Ecuador international right-back Antonio Valencia announced his retirement from football on Wednesday because of chronic knee problems. The 35-year-old made the decision after playing just 15 matches in almost six months for Mexican side Queretaro. “It is a tough decision. I feel …
Read More »Man City win will see Premier League title decided this weekend
London, UK | XINHUA | The Premier League title could be decided this weekend if results go Manchester City’s way with Pep Guardiola’s side winning their match away to Crystal Palace while Manchester United lose at home to long-term rivals, Liverpool. Manchester City lead their neighbors by 10 points with …
Read More »Strong motivation sets Ronaldo apart, says former Man United player Dong
Beijing, China | Xinhua | China’s former Manchester United player Dong Fangzhou has noted that it is strong inner motivation that has made Cristiano Ronaldo different from other players. Dong posted an excerpt from a book about inner motivation on social media on Saturday and related it to Ronaldo’s successful career. …
Read More »Preview: No rest but weekend fixtures give Man City chance to extend lead
London, UK | THE INDEPENDENT | Manchester City look to extend their winning run to 20 games on Saturday and widen their lead at the top of the Premier League when they entertain fourth place West Ham on Saturday at lunchtime. That game opens a weekend which also offers a fascinating …
Read More »Preview: Man Utd aim for parity with City when they face Southampton
London, England | THE INDEPENDENT | The English Premier League moves directly into another round of midweek matches on Tuesday with four games that have a key importance at both the top and bottom of the table. Manchester United slipped three points behind Manchester City with their 0-0 draw away …
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