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20 Years Later…Another Contract Signed

“Brian Kidd said to me, ‘He’s only tiny, he’s got ginger hair – you’ll probably have a bit of a giggle. But he can’t half play,’” said Eric Harrison, former United coach. “That youth side played on a Saturday morning. We called it the Dream Team. It attracted a fair crowd and their favourite was [...]

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Get Stuffed Paul Ince… You’re Not Fit To Be Associated With Us Again

Since Ferguson has confirmed he will be retiring within the next few years, there has been plenty of speculation over who will be replacing him. This will arguably become the biggest appointment ever, following around 25-years under the manager, filled with success. Hopefully, by the time he packs it, United will have won more league [...]

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Getting Silly Now… Evra’s Chelsea Racism Case Delayed

“There are three sides to every story. Yours, Mine and the cold, hard truth.” It wasn’t long after the publication of the pictures of Patrice’s Evra’s bust up with Chelsea groundsman, Sam Bethell, that stories emerged explaining the incident to be one of a racist nature. Whilst Bethell insisted it was “handbags”, both Carlos Tevez [...]

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Neville: I’m Not A Great Sub

It was quite remarkable to hear the names of our substitutes read out at Old Trafford last weekend. Wayne Rooney, Paul Scholes, Ryan Giggs and Nani were amongst our seven substitutes, with Michael Carrick and Owen Hargreaves out injured. That is the kind of strength in depth we’ve been searching for all these years. Gary [...]

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Free Republik of Mancunia Goodies Up For Grabs

With just a few weeks to go until the deadline, I wanted to give you a quick reminder of the “Sing a Song for the Unsung” competition we’re running through the forum at Republik of Mancunia. The competition was launched at the beginning of September with the idea of creating a new chant for a [...]

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Hargreaves: My Chant Makes Me Laugh

Hargreaves: My Chant Makes Me Laugh

Owen Hargreaves joined United as a highly rated player, after being shunned by England fans for years. Sir Alex Ferguson had been chasing him for a number of years, but finally got his man last summer. Hargreaves scored our winner against Arsenal just weeks before the end of the season, as well as putting away [...]

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United Want Teenage Turkish Striker

18-year-old Sercan Yildirim, who currently plays for Bursaspor in Turkey, has claimed that Manchester United are interested in signing him. So far this season, he’s scored an impressive 4 goals in 4 games, and has been tipped for big things in his homeland. He has yet to break through the ranks for his country, but [...]

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Berbatov: I Want To Stay Here, Like Giggs

Manchester United have a history of clinging on to top quality players for the majority and best days of their careers. When looking at the all-time appearances for United, it’s incredible to see that three of the top five are still in United’s first team. When Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes and Gary Neville move on, [...]

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Ronaldo: If You Don’t Try You Don’t Get Anywhere

Whilst some reports are still determined to continue the drama of Cristiano Ronaldo and Real Madrid, it appears as though our winger is settling in nicely at the club again. He is making all the right noises at the moment, grateful for the fans’ support and determined to do well for the club. This season [...]

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Cantona: Why Leeds Sold Me To United

We’ve recently heard Eric Cantona’s opinion on the fan he kicked and punched in United’s match against Crystal Palace, and now we get to hear his feelings on Leedscum…

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Scholes: Worse Than First Thought

Sir Alex Ferguson thought that Paul Scholes would be out for a few weeks following his injury against Aalborg yesterday, subbed off 15 minutes in to the game. Other reports suggested it could be as much as two months. Sadly, it’s even longer…

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What’s Wes Done To Upset Fergie?

Wes Brown’s performance against Liverpool wasn’t any worse or better than his team mates, although unfortunately had an own goal to his name after an Edwin Van der Sar mistake. Yet for some reason, Brown has been entirely overlooked since this match. I understand why the manager would want to give Gary Neville as much [...]

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Well That’s More Like It… Our Fixtures Compared to Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool

There we have it, United’s first good performance of the season matched with the goals it deserves. United beat Aalborg 3-0 away from home, converting three of the eight chances on goal, which certainly beats the one goal from open play in sixteen shots on target against Bolton. This is more like it. Of course, [...]

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Ronaldo: I Feel Happy At United And Glad Fans Still Appreciate me

Cristiano Ronaldo has today spoken out about his current situation with United, after a move to Real Madrid wasn’t approved. After coming off the bench against Villarreal, he was welcomed warmly by our fans. He has since scored two goals and his song is heard at Old Trafford again. So, how does he feel?

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