Several Manchester United academy stars could earn their debuts against Young Boys in the Champions League. The Red Devils have included Charlie Wellens, Charlie Savage, Bjorn Hardley, Sam Mather, Zidane Iqbal and Shola Shoretire in their squad (as per MEN). United have already qualified to the knockout stage of the European competition after they eased past Villarreal last month. With qualification secured, new boss Ralf Rangnick could feature several academy prospects in the upcoming Champions League match this week. Shoretire earned his senior debut in February against Newcastle United, leaving the bench late in the game to replace Marcus Rashford. Wellens is the son of Richie who once played for the Red Devils in 1999 and Savage’s father is the former Wale...
New York Red Bulls coach Gerhard Struber claims he turned down the opportunity to join Ralf Rangnick at Manchester United. Rangnick was named as United’s interim manager last week and he managed to win his first game in charge against Crystal Palace. The German football expert had Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s coaching staff in the dugout in Sunday’s match. However, he has been allowed to bring some staff on his own. And it is said that the 63-year-old contacted Struber earlier this week to enquire whether he would be keen to serve as his assistant coach at United. The two formerly worked together at RB Salzburg and Rangnick wanted a reunion with the Austrian at Old Trafford. However, Struber wasn’t willing to leave his current head coach role at New York Red Bulls a...
Manchester United star David de Gea has thanked fans for supporting him after he won the club’s player of the month award. The 31-year-old has been impressive this season, starting all 15 matches in the Premier League and earning three clean sheets to his name. He also managed to keep a clean sheet on Sunday when the Red Devils won 1-0 over Crystal Palace. The Spaniard’s amazing form saw him winning the trophy, beating fellow nominees Cristiano Ronaldo and Jadon Sancho in the process. Talking to the official club media, the experienced shot-stopper admitted that he is pleased with his form and confidence. “I’m here just to help the team,” He said. “I try to make saves in the important moments. This is why I’m here, to help the team. At the moment, I’m doing we...
Former Manchester United star Rio Ferdinand has issued a warning to Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Luke Shaw that they face a huge fight to get back in the team under Ralf Rangnick. The Red Devils secured full points from the home encounter against Crystal Palace last weekend. Fred popped up with the winner in the second-half in what was Rangnick’s first match in charge of the Premier League outfit. Wan-Bissaka remained an unused substitute in Sunday’s game, with the 24-year-old also missing United’s 3-2 victory over Arsenal last week due to an injury. Meanwhile, left-back Shaw has been out of the team since November 20 due to a concussion issue. Diogo Dalot and Alex Telles were featured in the absence of these two players and they have impressed with their displays.&n...
Manchester United star Raphael Varane has given a fresh update on his injury. The 28-year-old said that he is working hard to recover from the knock he suffered against Atalanta last month. He also conceded that the rigours of the English top-flight have been difficult to adapt to. He told MUTV (via Metro): “I’m working very hard and, you know, footballers are like F1 [cars] so sometimes we have to change something and to improve the motor. “I think I have to change a little thing because it’s a big difference, a big change. “The kind of work is different work so I have to adapt. I know that and I’m working very hard to be at my best as quickly as possible. “I know it’s big work but I’m ready to do it, to try to improve. I’m very excited to come back to help the team.” Ra...
Manchester United take on Young Boys in their final UEFA Champions League group game on Wednesday night. Register an account at Betfred and bet £10 to get a £30 Free Bet. Match Info Kick-Off: 20:00 GMT, Old Trafford. Manchester United v Young Boys preview Ralf Rangnick takes charge of his first Champions League game as the Manchester United manager and the German will be hoping to guide his side to a comfortable win at home. The Red Devils are currently three points clear at the top of their group and a win here would send them through to the knockout stages as the group winners. Meanwhile, Young Boys are at the bottom of the group with four points from five matches and a win here could give them the chance of booking their place in the Europa League knockout stages. They m...
Manchester United will be hoping to climb up the table with a win over Crystal Palace in the Premier League this Sunday. Register an account at Betfred and bet £10 to get a £30 Free Bet. Match Info Kick-Off: 14:00 GMT, Old Trafford. Manchester United v Crystal Palace preview The Red Devils managed to pick up a morale-boosting win over Arsenal last time out and they will be hoping to build on that performance with a home win. Ralf Rangnick will take charge of his first match as a Manchester United manager on Sunday and the fans will be expecting a positive performance here. Meanwhile, Crystal Palace have lost back to back league matches against Aston Villa and Leeds United. The Eagles will be looking to pull off an upset against an inconsistent Manchester United side here. M...
Manchester United will be hoping to climb up the table with a win over Crystal Palace in the Premier League this Sunday. Register an account at Betfred and bet £10 to get a £30 Free Bet. Match Info Kick-Off: 14:00 GMT, Old Trafford. Manchester United v Crystal Palace preview The Red Devils managed to pick up a morale-boosting win over Arsenal last time out and they will be hoping to build on that performance with a home win. Ralf Rangnick will take charge of his first match as a Manchester United manager on Sunday and the fans will be expecting a positive performance here. Meanwhile, Crystal Palace have lost back to back league matches against Aston Villa and Leeds United. The Eagles will be looking to pull off an upset against an inconsistent Manchester United side here. M...
Manchester United appointed Ralf Rangnick as their interim manager earlier this week following the dismissal of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. However, he couldn’t manage the team during Sunday’s 1-1 draw against Chelsea because he hasn’t received a work visa yet. The German football expert will also not be able to take charge in the next match against Arsenal due to the same reason. However, the 63-year-old is still planning transfer moves for the Red Devils. According to a report from 90MIN, Rangnick is keen to sign Nordi Mukiele who is currently on the books of RB Leipzig. The talented defender has been impressive in the Bundesliga this season, making 12 appearances and earning a goal to his name. He also started the Red Bulls’ previous home game against Bayer Lever...
Manchester United will be hoping to get back to winning ways when they take on Arsenal in the Premier League on Thursday night. Register an account at Betfred and bet £10 to get a £30 Free Bet. Match Info Kick-Off: 20:15 GMT, Old Trafford Manchester United v Arsenal preview Newly appointed manager Ralf Rangnick will take charge of his first game against the Gunners this week and he will be under pressure the guide the Red Devils to a win. Manchester United have been in mediocre form over the last few weeks and they will have to improve immensely in order to grind out a win over a resurgent Arsenal side. Arsenal are currently fifth in the Premier League table and they have done quite well in recent weeks. The Gunners will be fully aware of Manchester United’s problems right ...
Ralf Rangnick reportedly wants to sign Timo Werner who is currently on the books of Chelsea. Manchester United appointed the 63-year-old as interim manager last month following the sacking of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. However, he couldn’t manage the Red Devils on Sunday against Chelsea as he has yet to be granted a work visa. And as per the Guardian, the German boss will also not be able to take charge in the upcoming game against Arsenal due to the same reason. However, he is still plotting transfer moves for the Manchester giants. According to BILD journalist Christian Falk, Rangnick wants to bring Timo Werner to the Theatre of Dreams in the summer transfer window. He signed the 25-year-old for RB Leipzig in 2016 when he was at the helm of affairs at the R...
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