News for 'Old Trafford'

Why Bumrah Failed to Rescue India at Old Trafford

Why Bumrah Failed to Rescue India at Old Trafford

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

India endured arguably their worst day on the field on Day 3 of the Manchester Test as Joe Root's record-breaking 150 put the hosts in complete command.

'Brutal day': Why Man City's Anfield trip could be unlike any other

'Brutal day': Why Man City's Anfield trip could be unlike any other

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Manchester City's highly anticipated Premier League clash against Liverpool at Anfield is set to be overshadowed by the fallout from the club's landmark financial verdict, with City appealing the guilty decision for over 100 breaches of financial rules.

Manjrekar's pick for No 3 at Old Trafford is...

Manjrekar's pick for No 3 at Old Trafford is...

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Sai Sudharsan made his Test debut in the series opener against England, where he played at No. 3 while skipper Shubman Gill batted at No. 4.

PIX: Haaland's goal takes 10-man Manchester City past United

PIX: Haaland's goal takes 10-man Manchester City past United

Rediff.com14 Sep 2026

Erling Haaland scored a VAR-approved goal to give 10-man Manchester City a 1-0 victory over rivals Manchester United at Old Trafford. Despite Phil Foden's red card, City secured the win, moving them to second in the Premier League table.

Ashes: Will Australia retain Warner for Old Trafford Test?

Ashes: Will Australia retain Warner for Old Trafford Test?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2023

David Warner's place in the side remains a matter of speculation after his twin failure in Leeds.

Old Trafford rejoices after 'most dramatic' season

Old Trafford rejoices after 'most dramatic' season

Rediff.com23 May 2011

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson hailed his most dramatic season on Sunday as his players lifted the Premier League trophy to the deafening sound of fireworks and cheers at Old Trafford.

Why Haaland's Winning Goal Stood Despite Offside Blunder In Manchester Derby

Why Haaland's Winning Goal Stood Despite Offside Blunder In Manchester Derby

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

Pro Ref chief Howard Webb confirmed that VAR officials Matt Donohue and Blake Antrobus were stood down after 'tunnel vision' led to the incorrect awarding of Erling Haaland's goal in the Manchester derby, acknowledging the error to Manchester United.

Jos Buttler breaks T20 runs record as England secure Sri Lanka series with game to spare

Jos Buttler breaks T20 runs record as England secure Sri Lanka series with game to spare

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

England secured a dominant six-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in Cardiff, clinching the T20 series 2-0. Jos Buttler made history by becoming the first player to reach 15,000 career T20 runs, while Liam Dawson's three-wicket haul and Tom Banton's unbeaten fifty guided England to an easy win.

India vs New Zealand: Old Trafford air space shut

India vs New Zealand: Old Trafford air space shut

Rediff.com9 Jul 2019

The Old Trafford stadium has been made a 'No Fly Zone' for India's semifinal clash against New Zealand, in Manchester, on Tuesday.

England Dethrone India As World No 1 After Sweeping Sri Lanka 3-0

England Dethrone India As World No 1 After Sweeping Sri Lanka 3-0

Rediff.com19 Sep 2026

Jos Buttler's unbeaten half-century led England to an emphatic eight-wicket victory over Sri Lanka, completing a 3-0 T20 series whitewash and elevating England to the top of the T20 world rankings.

PHOTOS: Anti-Moyes banner flown over Old Trafford

PHOTOS: Anti-Moyes banner flown over Old Trafford

Rediff.com29 Mar 2014

A banner calling for the dismissal of beleaguered Manchester United manager David Moyes was flown over Old Trafford on Saturday as his side's Premier League match with Aston Villa kicked-off.

Bell full of praise for Old Trafford wicket

Bell full of praise for Old Trafford wicket

Rediff.com9 Aug 2014

The wicket at Old Trafford has played nicely in the two days of cricket that has been played on it and England batsman Ian Bell termed it 'the best of the season'.

Premier League: Carrick Under Pressure as Man Utd Look to Revive Season at Fulham

Premier League: Carrick Under Pressure as Man Utd Look to Revive Season at Fulham

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Manchester United and Tottenham face crucial Premier League tests this weekend, while Arsenal, Man City, Liverpool and Chelsea seek momentum.

EPL: Will Van Gaal bring Ronaldo back to Old Trafford?

EPL: Will Van Gaal bring Ronaldo back to Old Trafford?

Rediff.com20 Sep 2014

Manchester United football team manager Louis van Gaal would reportedly like to sign Real Madrid's ace striker Cristiano Ronaldo, but he does not expect the Spanish giants to sell.

Fergie's 'smart buys' reaping rewards at Old Trafford

Fergie's 'smart buys' reaping rewards at Old Trafford

Rediff.com31 Aug 2011

Manchester United have gone in for smart choices, rather than spalshing money on 'big names', says Manu Shankar

'Berbatov wants to end career at Old Trafford'

'Berbatov wants to end career at Old Trafford'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2010

Bulgarian striker Dimitar Berbatov would be happy to stay with Manchester United until the end of his career, the player's agent said on Saturday.

What Ferguson makes of Ronaldo's return to Old Trafford

What Ferguson makes of Ronaldo's return to Old Trafford

Rediff.com27 Sep 2021

Likens the Portuguese's second debut at United against Newcastle to Ceasar entering Rome.

Charlton honoured as Old Trafford stand is named after him

Charlton honoured as Old Trafford stand is named after him

Rediff.com3 Apr 2016

Bobby Charlton, still Manchester United's record goalscorer more than 40 years after retiring as a player, was given an emotional salute on the Old Trafford pitch on Sunday when the South Stand was named the Sir Bobby Charlton Stand in his honour.

ManU get approval to extend Old Trafford

ManU get approval to extend Old Trafford

Rediff.com4 Feb 2005

Manchester United have been given planning permission to increase the capacity of their Old Trafford stadium to 76,000.

Bethell spoils Sooryavanshi's big day as England edge out India

Bethell spoils Sooryavanshi's big day as England edge out India

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

Jacob Bethell guided England to an impressive four-wicket victory in the second T20 against England on Saturday as 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made his eagerly-awaited India debut at Old Trafford.

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.

Indispensable Pique returns 'home' to Old Trafford with Barca

Indispensable Pique returns 'home' to Old Trafford with Barca

Rediff.com9 Apr 2019

'I arrived at Manchester United a boy, and I left a man'

Langer rates Smith above Kohli after Old Trafford win

Langer rates Smith above Kohli after Old Trafford win

Rediff.com9 Sep 2019

'I thought Virat Kohli was the best batsman I've ever seen because of the way he plays in all forms, but Steve Smith... that's another level.'

'Attack Him': Harbhajan On How Bowlers Can Stop Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

'Attack Him': Harbhajan On How Bowlers Can Stop Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

India spin legend Harbhajan Singh has lauded 15-year-old cricket prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, calling his audacious strokeplay unparalleled.

Vidic backs Ronaldo's return to Old Trafford next season

Vidic backs Ronaldo's return to Old Trafford next season

Rediff.com5 Mar 2013

Manchester United captain Nemanja Vidic has said that Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo may be back at Old Trafford for the next season, ahead of the second leg of their Champions League pre-quarterfinal clash against Real Madrid.

ASHES PHOTOS: Clarke's century hoists Australia at Old Trafford

ASHES PHOTOS: Clarke's century hoists Australia at Old Trafford

Rediff.com1 Aug 2013

Images from Day One of the third Ashes Test between England and Australia at Old Trafford, in Manchester, on Thursday.

Was India-England 2014 Old Trafford Test fixed?

Was India-England 2014 Old Trafford Test fixed?

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

Former team manager Sunil Dev makes stunning claims.

Chelsea's fall at Old Trafford re-opens EPL title race

Chelsea's fall at Old Trafford re-opens EPL title race

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

'We lost two games but these two games were totally different. Against Crystal Palace we didn't deserve to lose. Today we deserved to lose the game'

PIX: Spain capitalise on England errors in Nations League thriller

PIX: Spain capitalise on England errors in Nations League thriller

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

World champions Spain defeated England 3-2 in a thrilling Nations League opener at Wembley, capitalising on two significant defensive errors. Mikel Oyarzabal scored the winner after England had briefly mounted a comeback. The article also covers Croatia's 2-1 win over the Czech Republic and Scotland's 0-0 draw with Slovenia.

PHOTOS: Spurs crush Manchester United at Old Trafford

PHOTOS: Spurs crush Manchester United at Old Trafford

Rediff.com28 Aug 2018

Lucas Moura scored twice as Tottenham Hotspur romped to a 3-0 English Premier League win over Manchester United at Old Trafford on Monday as Jose Mourinho's team's defensive frailties were brutally exposed once again.

Curran open to fill Stokes void in England squad

Curran open to fill Stokes void in England squad

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

Sam Curran says he would welcome the opportunity to replace retired Ben Stokes in England's Test side as the all-rounder eyes a return to red-ball cricket after nearly four years away.

I am excited to play at Old Trafford: Beckham

I am excited to play at Old Trafford: Beckham

Rediff.com9 Mar 2010

AC Milan midfielder David Beckham returns to Old Trafford for the first time in seven years on Wednesday and fully expects to face Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney.

Women's T20 World Cup: Shafali Powers India to five-wicket win over Bangladesh

Women's T20 World Cup: Shafali Powers India to five-wicket win over Bangladesh

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

Shafali Verma's aggressive 53 laid the foundation for India's five-wicket win over Bangladesh, though dropped catches and fielding lapses remained a major concern ahead of the Australia clash.

Morgan, England re-write the record books at Old Trafford

Morgan, England re-write the record books at Old Trafford

Rediff.com18 Jun 2019

England captain Eoin Morgan hit 17 sixes in his knock of 148, an ODI record.

Ferguson gets win in emotional final game at Old Trafford

Ferguson gets win in emotional final game at Old Trafford

Rediff.com13 May 2013

Alex Ferguson's last home match in charge of Manchester United ended in a low-key 2-1 Premier League win over Swansea City as the Old Trafford crowd gave their long-serving manager a warm and emotional send-off on Sunday.

25 years in charge, Fergie makes winning a habit at Old Trafford

25 years in charge, Fergie makes winning a habit at Old Trafford

Rediff.com2 Nov 2011

As Sir Alex Ferguson completes 25 years in charge of Manchester United, Bikash Mohapatra takes a look at the Scot's legacy at Old Trafford.

2nd T20I: England spoil Sooryavanshi's big day with four-wicket victory

2nd T20I: England spoil Sooryavanshi's big day with four-wicket victory

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

Teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's much-anticipated India debut ends with 14 off 10 balls as Tilak Varma's explosive final over lifts India to 190/7 against England in the second T20I at Old Trafford.

Van Persie and Suarez set for Old Trafford shoot-out

Van Persie and Suarez set for Old Trafford shoot-out

Rediff.com12 Jan 2013

Robin van Persie and Luis Suarez's tussle at the top of the Premier League goalscoring charts continues at Old Trafford on Sunday as leaders Manchester United take on Liverpool in one of the season's most keenly-anticipated fixtures.

'Enjoy every moment': Suryakumar's Special Message For Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

'Enjoy every moment': Suryakumar's Special Message For Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

World Cup winning captain Suryakumar Yadav has expressed his support for 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who recently became the youngest player to debut for India in international cricket, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's record.