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Nottingham Forest 2-2 Manchester United: Amad stunner rescues away point

Manchester United’s winning run did not extend to four games, but a spectacular, memorable hit from Amad did secure a draw for the Reds on the road at the City Ground. A 2-2 result against Nottingham Forest, likely a deserved result for United, but still a match both teams will have wanted more from. Ruben […]

MLS

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Three Points: Nottingham Forest vs. Manchester United

Build-Up Play Sean Dyche’s sides are set up to nullify aerial threats. In recent weeks, United have gone long in build-up and will have to mix this up a little by going short at times. Sean Dyche’s sides also tend to press quite cohesively, even if they don’t always press high. United are the away […]

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Match Preview: Nottingham Forest vs. Manchester United

Manchester United are looking to start November in positive fashion when facing Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon. The City Ground encounter offers an opportunity to make it four wins on the spin and maintain our momentum, which has been gathering pace under head coach Ruben Amorim. Forest have a new man […]

MLS

about 1 month ago | 1 read

What does the future hold for Joshua Zirkzee?

Six years ago, Juventus were hanging onto the last vestiges of their Scudetto dynasty, Liverpool were preparing to end a three-decade-long title drought, whilst Bayern Munich were transforming into an unstoppable cog under new coach Hansi Flick. Wayne Rooney was plying his trade outside of Europe with MLS side D.C. United, whilst Joshua Zirkzee was […]

MLS

about 1 month ago | 1 read

A Little Appreciation for Matheus Cunha: A Response to Crude Scientism  

Earlier this week, I had the great pleasure of reading Gilead, a Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Marilynne Robinson. Just like one loves to go through all the post-match commentary after an enjoyable Manchester United performance, I like to hear about the works that leave a mark on me by the people who made the work. […]

NHL

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October Player of the Month: Deserved recognition throughout

For the first time in a while, Manchester United will have a very deep field of Player of the Month candidates. Manchester United’s October Player of the Month voting opened to fans on the club website this week, and fans can vote here for their preferred recipient. Goalkeeper Senne Lammens, defender Matthijs De Ligt, and […]

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Mbuemo Starting to Heat Up For United

Whisper it softly, but Manchester United are starting to find some momentum for the first time in Ruben Amorim’s nearly year-long spell in charge. After a dreadful start that saw them lose to Arsenal and draw to Fulham in the league as well as lose on penalties to League Two side Grimsby Town, United have […]

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Park named WSL Player of the Month

Manchester United’s Jess Park has been named as Player of the Month after a scintillating October for Marc Skinner’s side. Having made the switch to the red side of Manchester on the eve of the season, Park has settled into life at United with ease and in October, played a key part in their 1-1 […]

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Toone, Le Tissier feature in position for England vs. Australia

Manchester United stars Ella Toone and Maya Le Tissier both featured in the starting XI for England in a Tuesday friendly against Australia, and both players featured in their preferred positions. Le Tissier, who Sarina Wiegman said repeatedly is also a right back in her view, played alongside Esme Morgan in the center of the […]

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Three in a row

New episode of The Fergie Fledglings. Colin, Nathan and Pauly recap Manchester United’s win over Brighton & Hove Albion, making it three wins straight in the Premier League for the Reds. As always, thank you for listening and be sure to rate five stars, leave a review or question, and subscribe wherever you get your […]

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Ideas for short term solutions on the right during AFCON

A quick look ahead to Manchester United’s winter schedule might not bear too much dread as United don’t have to navigate the Premier League fixture list on top of League Cup and/or European competitions this year. While it delivers a big hit on the club’s revenue, it gives manager Ruben Amorim and his squad more […]

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Tactical Analysis: Changing a winning team

There’s an old adage in football that you should never change a winning team. It’s one of those recycled lines that’s been regurgitated over and over for so long it’s become part of the fabric of football punditry but it is in fact very dumb advice. Unless you have by far and away the best […]

NFL

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The Signings Look All Right Despite an Iffy Recruitment Process

Manchester United’s recruitment has, for good reason, been under the microscope for some time. Many interested observers point to the summer of 2009 as a watershed moment in the club’s recent history. Cristiano Ronaldo left for Real Madrid, and Carlos Tevez left for rivals, Manchester City. Ronaldo was expected to leave and was sold for […]

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Casemiro remains crucial

Earlier this month, I wrote about Manchester United’s need for depth in midfield as Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro continue to be the preferred and most dependable duo in Ruben Amorim’s setup. The pair have been crucial in United turning form around in October, and winning three games in a row in Premier League play since […]

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Player Ratings: Manchester United 4-2 Brighton & Hove Albion

Here are the ratings from Manchester United’s 4-2 win over Brighton at Old Trafford. Starters Senne Lammens – 6 Could’ve done better on the first goal, but another composed performance. He’ll have to work on little things, but his fundamentals look sound. Diogo Dalot – 5 He’s starting games because he’s more reliable than anyone […]

about 2 months ago | 0 reads

Manchester United vs Brighton: Live Stream, Time, & How to Watch The Match Online

Seeking to win three Premier League matches in a row, United welcome Brighton & Hove Albion to Old Trafford on Saturday evening. The Red Devils and the Seagulls butt heads for the first time since January when the latter secured a 3-1 top-flight away victory against the former. Man United will welcome a return to Old Trafford […]

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Predicted XI: Manchester United vs. Brighton

Manchester United will aim to make it three victories in a row when they welcome Brighton to Old Trafford this weekend. All eyes were on Ruben Amorim in their previous matchday as Manchester United sent shockwaves around the Premier League table by sealing a win over Liverpool at Anfield. The Red Devils left Merseyside with […]

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Maguire and Mount questionable for Brighton clash

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim cast some doubt on Harry Maguire and Mason Mount’s fitness ahead of a Premier League match against Brighton & Hove Albion this weekend. “The squad is fine,” Amorim said. “We have some doubts, we had some issues during the week with Harry Maguire and Mason Mount. Knocks but nothing serious. […]

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Three Points: Manchester United vs. Brighton & Hove Albion

Manchester United return to Premier League action this weekend at Old Trafford, welcoming Brighton & Hove Albion to town with hopes of building a winning streak after wins over Sunderland and Liverpool. Here are three points of emphasis ahead of the Saturday match. Who Starts at the Back?  Brighton have become United’s bogey team in […]

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Team News: Manchester United vs. Brighton

Manchester United are aiming for a third successive Premier League win when Brighton & Hove Albion come to Old Trafford on Saturday. Ruben Amorim’s men followed up the 2-0 victory over Sunderland prior to the international break by overcoming Liverpool 2-1 at Anfield. United have won each of our three home fixtures after the luckless […]

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Jess Park withdraws from England duty to continue concussion recovery

Manchester United Women midfielder Jess Park withdrew from the Lionesses squad after suffering a concussion in a 4-1 win over Everton in Barclays Women’s Super League play, the club confirmed on Wednesday. Park, who scored twice against the Toffees in a late cameo, did not travel with United for a 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read

Rumor: Elliot Anderson added to mix of midfield targets

It’s not the international break anymore, and yet the name drop of Manchester United in the transfer rumor mill was used again this week. The Reds were linked to Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson in a report by ESPN this week, mentioned alongside Manchester City and Chelsea as suitors for the breakout young star. Anderson, […]

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Amorim has options to work with in attack and defense, but not midfield…

Manchester United’s 2-1 win over Liverpool on Sunday was a positive showcase of what United can do well under Ruben Amorim. The Portuguese manager picked up a second straight win against the club’s bitter rivals on their own home turf for the first time since 2016, and his team did so by manipulating and attacking […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read