Brighton 2-1 Manchester United: Pedro nets winner at the death
<div>The Seagulls made it two wins from two in the Premier League.</div>
<div>The Seagulls made it two wins from two in the Premier League.</div>
<div>Eriksson says 'life is too short' during the survey of his remarkable career</div>
<div>Spurs drew their opening game for a second successive season</div>
<div>The expanded version of the competition is about to begin</div>
With the World Cup having got underway, all 48 teams are busy fine-tuning their squads, adjusting tactics, and trying to acclimatise to the conditions.England finished their double-header of warm-up games with a comfortable 3-0 win against Costa Rica and will head into their first game against Croatia in good spirits, before facing Panama and Ghana in their final group fixtures.Ghana are currently managed by former Manchester United coach Carlos Queiroz in what will be his sixth World Cup tourna
There were three red cards in the opening game of the World Cup in Mexico
Manchester United last signed first-team-ready central defenders in the summer of 2024, with Matthijs de Ligt being the most high-profile addition.De Ligt was signed from Bayern Munich in a deal worth an initial £38.6 million following the request of then manager Erik ten Hag, who was keen to reunite with his former Ajax star.The Dutchman quickly adapted to the Premier League’s physicality and intensity, cementing himself as United’s most solid defender in his maiden season.However,
Manchester United’s hunt for a left-back has received a major boost if the latest reports are to be believed.The Red Devils are searching for a long-term successor to Luke Shaw, and INEOS identified Lewis Hall as the perfect fit.Initially, reports emerged that Newcastle would not allow the 21-year-old to leave, but The Sun have an explosive update on that matter.The report claims that the Englishman has had a major falling out with Magpies boss Eddie Howe, and the defender blames him for m
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Portugal national team boss Roberto Martinez has heaped praise on Bruno Fernandes, branding the Manchester United captain “incredible.”World Cup hopesThough United legend Cristiano Ronaldo remains the figurehead of the Portugal team, his waning strength and age have opened the door for others to rise and at present, they don’t come any bigger than Fernandes.Heading into the World Cup, Portugal are one of the favourites to go all the way and Fernandes will be crucial to their ef
Radek Vitek’s future at Manchester United may have just been sealed, according to reports.After a brilliant loan spell in Austria at BW Linz during the 2024-25 season, Vitek was sent on a season-long loan to the Championship last season to further his development.As it turned out, the United shot-stopper did just that, becoming a massive hit at Bristol City.Radek Vitek was a revelation in the ChampionshipSigned to fill in for the Robins’ injured Max O’Leary, Vitek quickly made
The value of Manchester United’s imminent opening bid for Mateus Fernandes has come to light, as the club prepares to step up its efforts to sign him.Key targetHeading into the summer window, bolstering the midfield is believed to be United’s top target. Already, United have wrapped up a deal with Atalanta for Ederson.Ederson will officially complete the transfer after Brazil’s involvement in the World Cup in North America. He received a shock call-up last weekend after Flameng
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Manchester United are in the market for midfield reinforcements this summer and club legend Wayne Rooney believes they could benefit from the return of former academy graduate Scott McTominay. The Scottish midfielder currently plays in Serie A with Napoli and is preparing to feature for his national side at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. McTominay moved to the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium in the summer of 2024 after being deemed surplus to requirements under former United manager Erik ten Hag. The D
The World Cup is officially underway and Shakira took to the stage for the opening ceremony
Manchester United are planning to revamp their midfield ahead of the new season.Casemiro is set to depart, while INEOS are keen to cut their losses with Manuel Ugarte. As previously relayed by The Peoples Person, Michael Carrick wants more control from his midfielders in the new campaign.To achieve this, the club are targeting at least three new signings in that department, with a deal for Ederson already agreed upon Casemiro’s recommendation.The Red Devils had identified Elliot Anderson a
A midfield shake-up was anticipated at Manchester United this summer.With Casemiro leaving and INEOS expected to make the ruthless decision to cash in on Manuel Ugarte, the Red Devils have every excuse to dedicate a huge chunk of their transfer activity to rebuilding their engine room.That rebuild is already underway. United have struck a deal for Ederson from Atalanta; it is only a matter of when the move will be made official.After Ederson, at least two other midfielders are expected to follow
Mexico take on South Africa in the opening game of the 2026 World Cup tonight. Follow all the action from the Azteca with our live commentary...
Manchester United have come storming out of the gate this summer as INEOS prepare for a transfer window which will define their tenure at the club.With Michael Carrick having secured Champions League qualification – and the permanent head coach role as a result – Old Trafford has regain its rightful status as one of the most attractive destinations in England, given the states of chaos which have engulfed many of United’s rivals this season.A record-breaking budget is ready to try and make
England striker Ollie Watkins says the key to success at the World Cup lies with the substitutes