Farokh Engineer backs a stand named after Jimmy Anderson at Old Trafford, saying the retired pacer deserves recognition for his extraordinary contribution to cricket.
Bruno Fernandes scored a hat-trick to lead Manchester United to a 5-2 victory over Ipswich Town, securing their first Premier League win of the season. The captain's performance underscored his dual role as a prolific goalscorer and elite playmaker, reaffirming his indispensable value to Michael Carrick's side.
Michael Carrick aims to build on Manchester United's revival, balancing renewed confidence, squad reinforcements and Champions League demands while pushing the club toward sustained success among England's Premier League elite.
Can Shubman Gill and his men rewrite the script once more? The answer begins unrolling on July 23.
After England were dismissed for a massive 669 runs, pacer Chris Woakes handed early an early jolt to bring the crowds to their feet.
With England heading to Manchester's Old Trafford Stadium with a 2-1 lead, the hosts will be hoping that 'Big Match Stokes'-who has been exceptional and all guns blazing with the ball-shows up with the bat as well.
Former India wicketkeeper Farokh Engineer and legendary West Indies captain Clive Lloyd were on Wednesday honoured by the Lancashire County Cricket Club with stands named after them at the Old Trafford Stadium in Manchester, on the opening day of the fourth Test between India and England.
Engineer played for Lancashire for close to a decade while former West Indies captain Lloyd was with the club for two decades, making indelible contributions to the history of club.
The 44-year-old inherits a team in crisis, sitting seventh in the Premier League table -- a whopping 17 points behind leaders Arsenal -- and eliminated from both domestic cups.
India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah and wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant are expected to play in the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford starting from July 23.
Shane Filan, one of the main leads of the popular 1990s Irish boyband Westlife, was in the stands at Old Trafford, watching his favourite club Manchester United held to a 2-2 draw by Tottenham Hotspur.
Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly set to sign a two-and-a-half-year deal with Manchester United, replacing Michael Carrick who was sacked after the team's poor start to the 2026/27 season, currently sitting in the Premier League relegation zone.
Tottenham Hotspur's Brennan Johnson, Dejan Kulusevski and Dominic Solanke got on the scoresheet in a 3-0 victory over 10-man Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday as the visitors ran roughshod over the bedraggled Old Trafford side.
An injury-plagued India could be forced to depart from their preferred template when they takes on a reinvigorated England in the fourth Test starting in Manchester on Wednesday.
Manchester United have pulled the plug on Michael Carrick's reign after a disastrous run of results left the Premier League giants languishing in the relegation zone.
Manchester United, despite being in the Premier League relegation zone, salvaged a chaotic 4-4 draw against Aston Villa, scoring twice in stoppage time. This dramatic comeback, following a similar midweek Champions League recovery, showcased the team's fighting spirit under manager Michael Carrick, even as they remain 18th in the league.
Bayern Munich and Paris St Germain secured significant victories in the Champions League on Tuesday, while Manchester United staged a dramatic comeback against AS Roma. Barcelona and Inter Milan also recorded convincing wins, with matches across Europe observing a moment of silence for Jesus de Miguel.
Lancashire will part ways with Sir James Anderson after 25 years, declining to renew his contract for 2027 as the county launches a long-term rebuilding drive.
High on confidence after their convincing victory in the fourth Test against England at The Oval, the Indian team got to business straightaway as they prepared for the fifth and final Test in Manchester.
Bollywood star Ranveer Singh is a passionate football fan. On Friday the Padmavat actor was spotted at Old Trafford.
The fixture was originally scheduled to be played on May 3 but was postponed after violent clashes between fans and police in which more than 100 supporters forced their way into the stadium and stormed the pitch to protest against the club's owners -- the Glazer family.
Manchester United suffered a historic 3-2 home defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion in the League Cup, despite taking a two-goal lead. This loss marks the first time in nearly 50 years United have lost at home after being two goals up, adding to their recent struggles including a Premier League loss to Manchester City and a poor start to the season.
Disappointed James Anderson says his Lancashire exit after 25 years was not how he wanted it to end, as the county prioritises rebuilding and a promotion push.
'I feel sorry for the spectators who have travelled and paid hefty prices having to watch this lottery on a very substandard pitch. It's a disgrace.'
Erik ten Hag blamed Cristiano Ronaldo's poor fitness and preparation for his Manchester United struggles, saying the superstar let the team down before their acrimonious split in November 2022.
At 44, James Anderson is exploring a 2027 move to Surrey after Lancashire declined to renew his contract, with the veteran fast bowler keen to extend his illustrious career.
The Manchester United Supporters' Trust has strongly criticised the club's ownership, the Glazer family, following the dismissal of manager Michael Carrick. The trust highlighted issues beyond on-pitch performance, including aggressive ticketing policies and a lack of investment, urging the owners to take responsibility and rebuild trust with supporters. This comes as Carrick becomes the seventh manager sacked since 2013, and the third since minority owner Jim Ratcliffe joined in 2024.
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has publicly apologised for criticising the club's hierarchy following their Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid, after holding discussions with manager Michael Carrick and senior officials.
CR7 started the game against the Toons in his second debut at Old Trafford.
Rinku Singh is making the most of his break in the UK, swapping cricket for football and basketball.
Manchester United have officially signed midfielder Carlos Baleba from Brighton & Hove Albion on a contract until 2031, with an option for an additional year. The deal is reportedly worth an initial 60 million, plus add-ons, for the Cameroon international.
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger criticised the Old Trafford pitch as 'not good enough to play good football' after Monday's 1-0 defeat by Manchester United cost them top spot in the Premier League.
Alex Ferguson's glittering reign as Manchester United manager was celebrated when his wife Cathy unveiled a bronze statue of the Scot outside Old Trafford on Friday.
Pep Guardiola is reportedly a top target for the USA national football team, as current USA coach Mauricio Pochettino is expected to move to Manchester United. Guardiola, who has a successful track record with Manchester City, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich, is said to be "intrigued" by the prospect of coaching the USA. Meanwhile, Manchester United is also reviewing the future of Carrick amidst a poor start to their season.
Cristiano Ronaldo, who left Manchester United for Real Madrid for a world record 80.0 million pounds transfer fee last year has hinted he could return to Old Trafford in the future.
Fulham coach Alvaro Arbeloa has been fined 25,000 pounds and warned by the FA after suggesting officials would not allow Manchester United to lose.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick's future is in serious doubt following a humiliating 3-0 home loss to Bournemouth, extending the club's winless streak to eight games across all competitions and leaving them just one point above the Premier League relegation zone.
Greater Manchester Police said two of the men were arrested for causing disruption. They were later released.
Smiling and waving to fans, the 76-year-old Ferguson took his seat in the directors' box for the first time since his operation in May.
The only goal of the game came from a clever cross by Lionel Messi although Barca's captain was kept unusually quiet for the remainder, after being left with a bloodied face from a clash with United's Chris Smalling.
