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β€˜Not convincing enough for me’: United legend still unsure over Ten Hag signing’s quality despite outstanding form

β€˜Not convincing enough for me’: United legend still unsure over Ten Hag signing’s quality despite outstanding form

Dwight Yorke still harbours concerns over Rasmus Hojlund’s goalscoring form for Manchester United. The young Dane’s performances prior to his injury setback had silenced the majority of his critics, but he seemingly still has work to do on convincing Yorke. As has always been the case with a blockbuster Red Devils signing, all eyes are on them from the get-go. Realistically, the club don’t help themselves b... »

Gareth Southgate lists the three things that impressed him most about Kobbie Mainoo in his first start

Gareth Southgate lists the three things that impressed him most about Kobbie Mainoo in his first start

Kobbie Mainoo was awarded his first-ever England start last night just three days after earning his maiden international cap. The Manchester United starlet is enjoying one of the most scintillating breakout campaigns we’ve seen from a Carrington graduate in recent years, having bypassed the Three Lions’ under-21s and become a senior international after just 20 matches played this season. He’s impressed so h... »

β€˜You always want to play’: United-linked 24-y/o addresses uncertain future at current club

β€˜You always want to play’: United-linked 24-y/o addresses uncertain future at current club

Manchester United are believed to be mulling over a summer pursuit of Bayern Munich’s Matthijs de Ligt. The initial rumours began back in January courtesy of Sky Sports’ Florian Plettenberg. At the time, the centre-half was out of favour under Thomas Tuchel, and Bayern had begun targeting Barcelona’s Ronald Araujo, who has also been linked with United. Speculation has died down since then, though. Partly du... »

β€˜It’s not easy’ – Argentina manager happy with Alejandro Garnacho’s first start

β€˜It’s not easy’ – Argentina manager happy with Alejandro Garnacho’s first start

Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni was happy with Alejandro Garnacho’s performance against Costa Rica. The world champions won the friendly 3-1, but it was a game to remember for Garnacho after being handed his first start for Argentina on his fifth appearance for the country. Garnacho came off the bench on Saturday as Argentina beat El Salvador 3-0 in Philadelphia, but the winger played 71 minutes against Co... »

Manchester United will hire entire England coaching staff if Gareth Southgate is appointed

Manchester United will hire entire England coaching staff if Gareth Southgate is appointed

The constant speculation surrounding Erik ten Hag’s future has already been described as β€˜disrespectful’ by Gareth Southgate, one of the managerial candidates being linked with the hot seat at Manchester United. Now, The Sun claims United will look to bring England’s entire coaching staff to OId Trafford this summer, with Southgate tipped yet again to replace the Dutchman. Southgate’s future as England mana... »

Ivan Toney amazed by Manchester United starlet after his first two England caps

Ivan Toney amazed by Manchester United starlet after his first two England caps

Brentford striker Ivan Toney has hailed Kobbie Mainoo after he produced a stunning performance on his full England debut against Belgium. Mainoo was the silver lining for Gareth Southgate as the Three Lions drew 2-2 with Belgium at Wembley on Tuesday night. They went into the game after losing 1-0 against five-time world champions Brazil and now all eyes will be on the manager as he selects his squad for th... »

The ambivalence of Roy Keane and the Champions LeagueΒ 

The ambivalence of Roy Keane and the Champions LeagueΒ 

Ambivalence is having conflicting or contradictory feelings about something, so in Barcelona in May 1999, you would find a perfect example of this. Roy Keane and Paul Scholes both dressed in their suits as they were both suspended for the 1999 Champions League final against Bayern Munich lifted the trophy being given a guard of honour from their teammates.Β  Keane especially looked uncomfortable as part of h... »

β€˜Can’t believe his age’ – Gareth Southgate hails Kobbie Mainoo after display in Belgium draw

β€˜Can’t believe his age’ – Gareth Southgate hails Kobbie Mainoo after display in Belgium draw

Gareth Southgate was impressed by Kobbie Mainoo’s performance after giving the young midfielder his first start for England against Belgium. The England manager will be picking his squad for Euro 2024 soon and last night’s 2-2 draw versus Belgium will give him plenty to consider. Mainoo, 18, proved himself as a talent with the technique and ability to beat the press, control the tempo and cut opponents open... »

Manchester United intensify interest in Juventus defender with affordable release clause

Manchester United intensify interest in Juventus defender with affordable release clause

Manchester United have reportedly intensified their contact with Juventus defender Gleison Bremer ahead of an approach once the transfer window opens. The Reds are set for a defensive overhaul as Sir Jim Ratcliffe and the Ineos Sports group make plans for the summer transfer window. From reports published across all the newspapers, we can expect to see a centre-back and left-back brought in at the end of th... »

Alejandro Garnacho earns praise after first start for Argentina

Alejandro Garnacho earns praise after first start for Argentina

Alejandro Garnacho made his first start for Argentina against Costa Rica. Before this morning’s 3-1 win over Costa Rica, Garnacho had made four appearances for the Argentina national team, with all of them coming from the bench. The game was won by three second-half goals from Angel Di Maria, Alexis Mac Allister and Lautaro Martinez. However, Argentina had to come from behind after Costa Rica opened the sco... »