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EPL PHOTOS: Rooney is a knockout for United

EPL PHOTOS: Rooney is a knockout for United

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

Manchester United enjoyed perhaps their finest performance.

What led to Manchester United's European exit...

What led to Manchester United's European exit...

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

Manchester United's 3-2 Champions League defeat at VfL Wolfsburg on Tuesday was difficult to understand, said manager Louis van Gaal after they crashed out in the group stage for the first time since 2011.

'There is a lot of pressure because our aim is to reach the Champions League'

'There is a lot of pressure because our aim is to reach the Champions League'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

Manchester United are feeling the pressure ahead of their Champions League qualifier against Club Bruges on Tuesday, according to manager Louis van Gaal.

Mourinho makes big revelation, claims Manchester United job 'done deal'

Mourinho makes big revelation, claims Manchester United job 'done deal'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2016

Van Gaal said on Sunday he thought reports of negotiations between United and Mourinho were an invention of the media

Euro 2016: Rooney is 'doing great'; Schweinsteiger doubtful

Euro 2016: Rooney is 'doing great'; Schweinsteiger doubtful

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney "is doing great" in his recovery from a knee injury, manager Louis van Gaal said on Friday.

Rooney ruled out for two months with knee injury

Rooney ruled out for two months with knee injury

Rediff.com17 Feb 2016

Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney has suffered a knee injury and faces a spell on the sidelines, manager Louis van Gaal said on Wednesday. The 30-year-old was left out of the 18-man squad that travelled to face FC Midtjylland in the Europa League on Thursday and Van Gaal explained why after arriving in Denmark. "We have 13 players injured and Wayne is one of them,"

EPL: United's Herrera, Januzaj return to training

EPL: United's Herrera, Januzaj return to training

Rediff.com31 Dec 2014

Manchester United midfielders Ander Herrera and Adnan Januzaj have returned to training ahead of the Premier League trip to Stoke City, manager Louis van Gaal said on Tuesday.

FA Cup champs United to make Mourinho announcement next week?

FA Cup champs United to make Mourinho announcement next week?

Rediff.com22 May 2016

Jose Mourinho will be appointed Manchester United manager next week to replace Louis van Gaal despite Saturday's FA Cup final victory over Crystal Palace, British media have reported.

Real Madrid's Ramos could be moving towards Manchester United

Real Madrid's Ramos could be moving towards Manchester United

Rediff.com21 Jul 2015

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has hinted the club may be pursuing Real Madrid's Spain defender Sergio Ramos and could also sign a "surprise" striker.

Ferguson angry over red card

Ferguson angry over red card

Rediff.com8 Apr 2010

Bayern Munich manager Louis van Gaal praised Arjen Robben for his stunning goal that took his side into the Champions League semi-finals on Wednesday, and left Manchester United boss Alex Ferguson fuming.

Manchester set for derby delight if Mourinho comes: Schweinsteiger

Manchester set for derby delight if Mourinho comes: Schweinsteiger

Rediff.com25 May 2016

Manchester should brace itself for some fascinating local derbies if Jose Mourinho joins United, midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger said on Wednesday. The Germany international declined to comment on reports that the former Chelsea and Real Madrid manager had agreed terms with United to succeed the sacked Louis van Gaal. However, he said every player would want to work under the Portuguese coach who will go head-to-head with Pep Guardiola who has already agreed to join rivals Manchester City.

Injured Martial to be rested for West Ham tie as United vie for top-four finish

Injured Martial to be rested for West Ham tie as United vie for top-four finish

Rediff.com10 May 2016

Manchester United forward Anthony Martial may be rested for Tuesday's Premier League trip to West Ham United to avoid aggravating a hamstring injury, manager Louis van Gaal has said.

'I've been sacked by 'awful' media three times'

'I've been sacked by 'awful' media three times'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal slammed the British media on Thursday for 'awful and horrible' stories about his future and said the club's support, while welcome, had put more pressure on him.

We are fighting for the manager and trying to get results: Rooney

We are fighting for the manager and trying to get results: Rooney

Rediff.com25 Dec 2015

Manchester United players are right behind under-fire manager Louis Van Gaal and are determined to get their season back on track, captain Wayne Rooney said.

Why Manchester United want to sell Valdes six months after buying him

Why Manchester United want to sell Valdes six months after buying him

Rediff.com16 Jul 2015

Manchester United will sell goalkeeper Victor Valdes after the Spaniard refused to play in the reserves, manager Louis van Gaal said.

Giggs would make perfect Manchester United manager, says Beckham

Giggs would make perfect Manchester United manager, says Beckham

Rediff.com2 Oct 2015

David Beckham has no doubt that his former team mate and "Class of 92" graduate will make a success of the job if he takes it.

Will Falcao signing help defenceless Manchester United?

Will Falcao signing help defenceless Manchester United?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

With most Manchester United fans praying for much-needed defensive reinforcements, manager Louis van Gaal made a surprise deadline-day swoop for flamboyant Colombian striker Radamel Falcao on Monday.

Managerial futures at stake as FA Cup semis kick-off this weekend

Managerial futures at stake as FA Cup semis kick-off this weekend

Rediff.com21 Apr 2016

Three of the four managers leading their teams out at Wembley for this weekend's FA Cup semi-finals will do so knowing defeat could have serious ramifications for their short-term future.

Leicester on top but can they handle pressure?

Leicester on top but can they handle pressure?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2016

Premier League leaders Leicester City can win the title but their players must prove they can cope with the pressure of expectation, says Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal.

Manchester United manager's bizarre interview

Manchester United manager's bizarre interview

Rediff.com2 May 2016

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal was at his bizarre best again after his team's 1-1 Premier league draw with Leicester City as he complained that a hair-pulling incident during the match was only acceptable in 'sex masochism'.

Will Ronaldo reunite with Manchester?

Will Ronaldo reunite with Manchester?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

Manchester United manager Louis Van Gaal has expressed his desire to bring back their former star Cristiano Ronaldo to the club, saying that he is 'hopeful' for the latter's return.

Did Rooney deserve a red card?

Did Rooney deserve a red card?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2014

Manchester United captain Rooney deserved the sending-off that jeopardised his side's nervy 2-1 Premier League win over West Ham United on Saturday, his manager Louis van Gaal said.

League Cup: MK Dons humiliate Manchester United

League Cup: MK Dons humiliate Manchester United

Rediff.com27 Aug 2014

Manchester United's early season problems were compounded by a humiliating 4-0 loss to third-tier Milton Keynes Dons in the League Cup second round on Tuesday leaving new manager Louis van Gaal still looking for his first win.

Ferguson's glory years haunt modern Man United coaches

Ferguson's glory years haunt modern Man United coaches

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

Alex Ferguson may have been stripped of his Manchester United ambassadorial role last week but his legacy as manager remains a stifling cloud for those following in his footsteps, with Erik ten Hag the latest to be jettisoned after failing to measure up.

Manchester United to face unknown Midtjylland in Europa League

Manchester United to face unknown Midtjylland in Europa League

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

Triple European champions Manchester United and their under-fire coach Louis van Gaal face a tricky task against little-known Midtjylland in the last 32 of the Europa League following Monday's draw.

United edge Everton to enter FA Cup final after Martial's late goal

United edge Everton to enter FA Cup final after Martial's late goal

Rediff.com24 Apr 2016

Anthony Martial snatched a late winner to send Louis van Gaal's Manchester United into a potentially season-redeeming FA Cup final as the favourites following a 2-1 victory over Everton at Wembley on Saturday.

Has Mourinho agreed to a deal with Manchester United?

Has Mourinho agreed to a deal with Manchester United?

Rediff.com25 May 2016

English football's biggest club seem to have secured the services of the sport's most colourful manager after Jose Mourinho, according to Sky TV reports, agreed personal terms with Manchester United on Tuesday.

Who will be the next Manchester United manager?

Who will be the next Manchester United manager?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

The favourites to replace Erik ten Hag, who was sacked as Manchester United manager on Monday.

Figures tell damning tale for Manchester United

Figures tell damning tale for Manchester United

Rediff.com22 Dec 2015

Manchester United's insistence on playing possession football under manager Louis van Gaal means they take far more passes for every shot than any other Premier League team, statistics released on Monday showed.

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.

Defibrillator gives Dutchman Blind life-line ahead of WC quarters

Defibrillator gives Dutchman Blind life-line ahead of WC quarters

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

Blind, 32, has an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) in his chest to detect an irregular heart beat and deliver a life-saving shock in the event of sudden cardiac arrest.

Confession! 'I'm a very crazy coach'

Confession! 'I'm a very crazy coach'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2014

Manchester United are finally beginning to look like their old selves.

Resurgent Manchester United rediscover their mojo

Resurgent Manchester United rediscover their mojo

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

They are well placed to qualify for the Champions League and with manager Louis van Gaal sure to be given substantial funds to bolster his squad, United fans are dreaming of a return to the glory years they enjoyed with Alex Ferguson at the helm.

Defence remains a hindrance to Manchester United progress

Defence remains a hindrance to Manchester United progress

Rediff.com2 Jan 2015

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal says he has been overwhelmed by the support he has received from fans even after defeats but, if he does not act to strengthen his defense, he might soon find their patience running out.

A tale of two EPL managers...

A tale of two EPL managers...

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

Seasonal cheer has been scarce for Louis van Gaal after a six-match winless sequence for his Manchester United side intensified rumours that he will be sacked and Stoke City are unlikely to be offering any solace on Saturday.

Euro 2016: High payoff for Marc Wilmots a hurdle for Belgian FA

Euro 2016: High payoff for Marc Wilmots a hurdle for Belgian FA

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

A payoff of at least one million euros ($1.11 million) for Belgium soccer manager Marc Wilmots could be a problem and the national federation does not have the means to hire a big name to replace him, the federation's head said.

EPL: At last! Sweet win for United at Anfield

EPL: At last! Sweet win for United at Anfield

Rediff.com17 Jan 2016

Wayne Rooney blasted the rebound past the helpless Simon Mignolet.

No contract signed between Mourinho-Manchester United?

No contract signed between Mourinho-Manchester United?

Rediff.com14 May 2016

Former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has no agreement in place to take over at Manchester United, Sky Sports television said on Friday quoting unnamed sources.

Freedom of expression helps Old Trafford find its voice

Freedom of expression helps Old Trafford find its voice

Rediff.com3 Feb 2016

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal appeared to need the sword of Damocles hanging over his head before he resorted to adopting the traditional fluid attacking style that served the team well in an impressive 3-0 win over Stoke City.

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.