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Manchester United sack Mourinho after poor start to season

Manchester United sack Mourinho after poor start to season

Rediff.com18 Dec 2018

'A new caretaker manager will be appointed until the end of the current season, while the club conducts a thorough recruitment process for a new, full-time manager'

EPL PHOTOS: Van Persie misses penalty as United lose again

EPL PHOTOS: Van Persie misses penalty as United lose again

Rediff.com3 May 2015

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal cut a frustrated figure after his team lost 1-0 at home to West Bromwich Albion on Saturday, their third successive defeat in the Premier League.

'In the Premier League if I focus on Pep, another team will win the title'

'In the Premier League if I focus on Pep, another team will win the title'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2016

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho will not stoke his rivalry with fellow new recruit Pep Guardiola at Manchester City next season because it could damage his team's Premier League title hopes.

'The criticism was on me because I was the transfer of Moyes'

'The criticism was on me because I was the transfer of Moyes'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2015

Manchester United's Marouane Fellaini contemplated leaving the club after a disappointing debut season but the towering Belgian believes he is now reaping the rewards of fighting for his place at Old Trafford.

Van Gaal must solve defensive conundrum at Chelsea

Van Gaal must solve defensive conundrum at Chelsea

Rediff.com17 Apr 2015

If Manchester United are to claim a seventh successive Premier League victory and condemn leaders Chelsea to a first home league defeat of the season their manager Louis van Gaal must solve another complex injury puzzle.

EPL PHOTOS: United thrash neighbours City; Chelsea extend lead

EPL PHOTOS: United thrash neighbours City; Chelsea extend lead

Rediff.com12 Apr 2015

Manchester United cemented third spot and moved four points clear of neighbours Manchester City.

In the summer I will have a job: Mourinho

In the summer I will have a job: Mourinho

Rediff.com11 Apr 2016

'At this moment I can promise you that I don't have a contract with anybody' 'If possible, yes, it (England) would be my first choice'

Legend Iniesta to leave Barca at end of the season

Legend Iniesta to leave Barca at end of the season

Rediff.com27 Apr 2018

Iniesta has spent all of his senior career at Barcelona and is their most decorated player ever along with Lionel Messi, having lifted 31 trophies, which is soon to be 32 if Barca clinch the Liga title on Sunday at Deportivo La Coruna.

EPL: United ditch 'dull' style in search of top finish

EPL: United ditch 'dull' style in search of top finish

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

Manchester United have shown they are capable of playing an attractive and attacking brand of football in their recent games, midfielder Juan Mata said after Sunday's 1-1 Premier League draw at his former club Chelsea.

Is Mourinho on his way to Manchester United?

Is Mourinho on his way to Manchester United?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2016

Jose Mourinho, sacked as manager of Chelsea in December seven months after winning the English Premier League title, has said he is not enjoying his time out of work and will soon be back in management.

FA Cup: Rooney spares Manchester United blushes

FA Cup: Rooney spares Manchester United blushes

Rediff.com10 Jan 2016

It was not a day for FA Cup romantics as Manchester United scrambled past Sheffield United and minor league Eastleigh came within a whisker of causing the third round's only genuine shock.

United without Rooney, Martial, Carrick, Fellaini for Watford visit

United without Rooney, Martial, Carrick, Fellaini for Watford visit

Rediff.com20 Nov 2015

Manchester United will be without skipper Wayne Rooney, Marouane Fellaini, Michael Carrick and Anthony Martial for their visit to Watford on Saturday when the Premier League resumes after the international break.

Ten-man United beaten in Van Gaal's first Manchester derby

Ten-man United beaten in Van Gaal's first Manchester derby

Rediff.com3 Nov 2014

A goal by Sergio Aguero gave Manchester City a 1-0 victory against neighbours Manchester United, who played with 10 men for more than 50 minutes on Sunday.

Manchester United's Martial plays down comparisons with Henry

Manchester United's Martial plays down comparisons with Henry

Rediff.com6 Oct 2015

Manchester United's deadline day signing Anthony Martial has played down comparisons with Arsenal's record goalscorer Thierry Henry, saying he still has everything to prove.

Big signings, no European football hits Manchester United's profits

Big signings, no European football hits Manchester United's profits

Rediff.com12 Sep 2016

Manchester United expect profits to fall back from last season's record levels after the club splashed out on new players to try to regain its place in Europe's soccer elite.

Van Gaal tries to play down hype over Martial

Van Gaal tries to play down hype over Martial

Rediff.com25 Sep 2015

Having set one record as football's most expensive teenager, recent signing Anthony Martial has another one in sight when Manchester United play at home to struggling Sunderland at Old Trafford on Saturday.

Gritty Australia give Netherlands a scare

Gritty Australia give Netherlands a scare

Rediff.com19 Jun 2014

Memphis Depay's goal in the 68th minute gave the Netherlands a 3-2 victory over Australia in their World Cup Group B match on Wednesday. Depay scored with a long ranger to earn the Dutch full points and keep the top spot in the group with six points.

Super-sub Martial's wonder-goal makes United manager Van Gaal smile

Super-sub Martial's wonder-goal makes United manager Van Gaal smile

Rediff.com13 Sep 2015

United manager Louis van Gaal, who had come under scrutiny for sanctioning the deadline-day deal this month and had even been accused of 'panic-buying', was suitably impressed if typically understated.

Januzaj rewards United faith with winner at Villa

Januzaj rewards United faith with winner at Villa

Rediff.com15 Aug 2015

Adnan Januzaj reminded Manchester United fans of his class as his 29th-minute goal earned a 1-0 win at Aston Villa and propelled them, after two humdrum triumphs, to the top of the table on Friday.

Ajax join Champions League with the minnows

Ajax join Champions League with the minnows

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

Four-time European champions Ajax Amsterdam find themselves among the pre-qualifiers for the Champions League this year as Dutch football pays the price for its declining record in continental competition.

Sergio Ramos '100 percent committed' to Real, says Rafa Benitez

Sergio Ramos '100 percent committed' to Real, says Rafa Benitez

Rediff.com23 Jul 2015

Real Madrid captain and centre back Sergio Ramos is "100 percent committed" to the club, new coach Rafa Benitez said on Thursday, amid continued speculation the Spain defender could be on his way to Manchester United.

What the coaches said about the FIFA World Cup draw

What the coaches said about the FIFA World Cup draw

Rediff.com2 Apr 2022

Following is reaction to the 2022 FIFA World Cup draw, which was held at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center in Qatar on Friday.

Why Guardiola will not have it easy while Mourinho will be hit...

Why Guardiola will not have it easy while Mourinho will be hit...

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

Chelsea forward Pedro fears Pep Guardiola, his former coach at Barcelona, could be in for a rude awakening at Manchester City next season.

'You killed my country's dream but even so, all the best'

'You killed my country's dream but even so, all the best'

Rediff.com31 May 2016

Manchester United's new manager Jose Mourinho made peace with Bobby Charlton as he met the Old Trafford icon at the club's Carrington training ground.

Find out why Man Utd may have to pay Chelsea...

Find out why Man Utd may have to pay Chelsea...

Rediff.com26 May 2016

Jose Mourinho is expected to be named Manchester United's new manager either later, in Thursday, or Friday, after the tangled issue of who owns his name - and, crucially, is licensed to exploit it commercially - is resolved.

Will United's 'fantastic' Fellaini upset Chelsea?

Will United's 'fantastic' Fellaini upset Chelsea?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2015

Chelsea will have to be wary of the danger posed by the in-form Marouane Fellaini.

Mourinho's dwindling options bode well for Man United

Mourinho's dwindling options bode well for Man United

Rediff.com2 Jun 2016

Having returned to England after his humiliating ouster from Chelsea, it is up to Jose Mourinho to leave a positive legacy at Manchester United.

Manchester United 'stopped in time' after Ferguson's departure: Mourinho

Manchester United 'stopped in time' after Ferguson's departure: Mourinho

Rediff.com11 Sep 2017

'That was quite an empty period in this club with no evolution in areas that are important'

'Unlucky United forgot to score against Swansea'

'Unlucky United forgot to score against Swansea'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2015

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal was frustrated his side "forgot to score" against Swansea City but believes they were unlucky to lose 2-1 in the Premier League on Saturday.

Football Extras: Move aside Neymar, Mbappe is here...

Football Extras: Move aside Neymar, Mbappe is here...

Rediff.com13 Feb 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

WC qualifiers: Netherlands win in Latvia; Wales draw with Czechs

WC qualifiers: Netherlands win in Latvia; Wales draw with Czechs

Rediff.com9 Oct 2021

Round-up of World Cup qualifiers played on Friday

Falcao must prove himself at United, says Van Gaal

Falcao must prove himself at United, says Van Gaal

Rediff.com16 Jan 2015

Manchester United's Radamel Falcao may have hoped for a crumb of comfort from his manager Louis van Gaal, but was instead told on Friday to prove himself or get used to a supporting role at Old Trafford.

'Van Gaal has no right to complain about fixtures'

'Van Gaal has no right to complain about fixtures'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2015

Former Netherlands great Johan Cruyff has told Louis van Gaal he has no right to complain about the hectic holiday season programme.

'Manchester United can win the Premier League title this year'

'Manchester United can win the Premier League title this year'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2014

Manchester United can challenge for the league title after recovering from their worst start to a Premier League season and rediscovering the art of winning ugly, according to their captain Wayne Rooney.

EPL PHOTOS: United in entertaining draw with Chelsea; Arsenal top

EPL PHOTOS: United in entertaining draw with Chelsea; Arsenal top

Rediff.com29 Dec 2015

Manchester United's winless run continued but they gave under-fire coach Louis van Gaal crumbs of cheer with a committed display in an entertaining 0-0 draw with Chelsea while Arsenal went top of the table on Monday.

Reliable Welbeck delights England boss Hodgson

Reliable Welbeck delights England boss Hodgson

Rediff.com16 Nov 2014

Danny Welbeck may frustrate at club level but put the Arsenal striker in an England shirt and he has proved himself to be a reliable figure on the international stage.

I was Man United scapegoat, says Fellaini

I was Man United scapegoat, says Fellaini

Rediff.com12 Nov 2014

Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini believes he was made the scapegoat for the team's torrid time under former manager David Moyes in the Premier League last season.

Van Gaal feeling lousy after Manchester United's poor start

Van Gaal feeling "lousy" after Manchester United's poor start

Rediff.com8 Nov 2014

After losing 1-0 at fierce rivals Manchester City last weekend, United are 10th in the English Premier League following their worst start to a campaign since 1986.

Rooney back for Manchester derby but Falcao unfit

Rooney back for Manchester derby but Falcao unfit

Rediff.com1 Nov 2014

Wayne Rooney, who has scored more goals than anyone in the Manchester derby, is back after suspension and fit for Sunday's meeting between the city's two biggest clubs at the Etihad Stadium.

Lingard proves solution to Manchester United's striking woes

Lingard proves solution to Manchester United's striking woes

Rediff.com8 Nov 2015

Manchester United found a home grown solution to their goalscoring problems in the shape of Jesse Lingard as the 22-year-old celebrated his first Premier League start by breaking an Old Trafford stalemate on Saturday.