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Chelsea Fight Back To Force FA Cup Replay

Chelsea launched a thrilling comeback to draw their FA Cup quarter final against Manchester United, despite going two goals down. United looked to be cruising, after going two-nil up after just eleven minutes. Javier Hernandez had opened the scoring, latching … read more »

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Real ready to offer Modric plus £30m in bid to persuade Spurs to part ways with Bale

Real Madrid have stepped up their interest in Gareth Bale by telling Tottenham they are willing to offer ex-Spurs star Luka Modric and £30million for the Welshman. The La Liga champions are keen to land the Tottenham man in the … read more »

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Real Madrid players proud to beat Barcelona again; excited for Man U

Real Madrid players celebrate after Sergio Ramos scored the team’s second goal to put them in the lead during their Spanish first division “classico” match against Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid, March 2, 2013 (Photo: Reuters) Real … read more »

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2013 FA Cup Saturday Live updates

Manchester United, Manchester City and Chelsea are all in action in the third round of the FA Cup on Saturday. Follow us as we cover the action LIVE on IndepthAfrica. *Live coverage will begin at 10:30pm HKT. For the early … read more »

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Manchester held by Swansea as Chelsea routs Villa 8-0

Premier League leader  Manchester United dropped points in the title race with a 1-1 draw at Swansea on Sunday, while Chelsea routed Aston Villa 8-0 with a devastating attacking master class. United’s run of five consecutive league wins was brought … read more »

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Premier League Round up: United claim Anfield win, Arsenal hold City

Manchester United came through an emotion-charged examination at Anfield to move within a point of Chelsea at the top of the Premier League on Sunday, while Arsenal grabbed a late draw at Manchester City. Elsewhere, there were home victories for … read more »

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2012/13 UEFA Champions League Day2 Live Blog

  [View the story "2012/13 UEFA Champions League Day2 Live Blog" on Storify] 2012/13 UEFA Champions League Day2 Live Blog Follow IndepthAfrica Match Preview, Live Scores and Video Highlights of Manchester United vs. Galatasaray and Chelsea vs Juventus. Storified by … read more »

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Bolt set to play for Manchester United – in friendly

The fastest man on the planet – Usain Bolt – could make an appearance for Manchester United next season in a friendly game against Real Madrid. Bolt urged fans to help persuade United manager Sir Alex Ferguson to sign him … read more »

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It’s an honour to join Manchester United, Says Van Persie

Robin van Persie has revealed his delight at signing for Manchester United. The Dutch superstar completed his £24million switch from Arsenal on Friday morning. He said: ‘It’s an honour to sign for Manchester United. ‘I am looking forward to following … read more »

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You wanted the glory! Nani hits out at Ronaldo over penalty shootout defeat

Nani has hit out at Cristiano Ronaldo and accused his country’s captain of lying over the penalty debacle in the Euro 2012 semi-final. Ronaldo has come under attack for not stepping up sooner in the shootout defeat to Spain, which … read more »

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Manchester United target Porto winger Rodriguez as potential Nani replacement

Manchester United have sounded out Porto winger James Rodriguez as a possible replacement for Nani should the Portuguese forward part ways with the Premier League club. There continues to be a huge amount of uncertainty surrounding Nani’s future at United … read more »

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Manchester United: The world’s most popular football club

The largest global football follower survey ever conducted has named Manchester United the world’s most popular club, with a staggering 659 million followers worldwide. It completes noteworthy double off the field and is a welcome feather in the cap for … read more »

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Manchester United won’t renew Michaal Owen’s contract

Michael Owen is reportedly expected to be released from Manchester United with his current contract set to expire in June. The former Liverpool striker has been plagued with injuries this season, which has resulted in just four appearances for the … read more »

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Samir Nasri confident Eden Hazard will choose Manchester City

Manchester City midfielder Samir Nasri believes that he will be welcoming Lille star Eden Hazard to the club this summer. The Belgium international has been strongly linked with moves to the Etihad Stadium as well as the club’s local rivals … read more »

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Manchester United unveil new ‘gingham’ kit

Rio Ferdinand has been modelling the 2012-13 shirt which, according maunfacturers Nike, will feature iconic gingham check that hailed from Manchester’s famous cotton mills. The Nike press release reads: “Manchester United Football club’s success has been founded on the traditional … read more »

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Upbeat Man Utd boss Sir Alex Ferguson drawing inspiration from Devon Loch

As Roberto Mancini finally admitted Manchester City are favourites to win the Premier League, Sir Alex Ferguson is hoping Manchester United will “have the biggest celebration of their lives” next week. The Scot would love nothing more than to burst … read more »

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Manchester United v Swansea City Live Updates

LATEST Man Utd 2 Swansea 0 FT: Man Utd 2 Swansea 0 So United matched City’s result, both Manchester clubs winning 2-0. For a while in the first half, there was a suggestion that United might pile it on against … read more »

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Manchester United went missing when it mattered most

As bold as Roberto Mancini was starting in David Silva and Samir Nasri, Sir Alex Ferguson’s message was clearly one of containment at the Etihad Stadium last night. Clearly concerned with Yaya Toure’s power and the prospect of Nasri and … read more »

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Gary Neville: Manchester City’s title win Sir Alex Ferguson’s ‘worst nightmare’

Losing the the Premier League title on goal difference to rivals Manchester City would be Sir Alex Ferguson’s “worst nightmare” come true, according to former United defender Gary Neville. Monday night’s 1-0 defeat at the Etihad Stadium, courtesy of Vincent … read more »

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Manchester derby: City defeated United 1-0 to top the table

City defeated United 1-0 to top the table. Manchester City have moved a step closer to claiming their first Premier League title after beating rivals Manchester United 1-0 at the Etihad Stadium tonight. Vincent Kompany‘s header in first-half stoppage time … read more »

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Manchester derby: United defence looking vulnerable in front of City attack

For all Sir Alex Ferguson’s astonishing achievements as manager one perhaps overlooked talent has been his ability to tactically adapt over the 26 years he has been at Manchester United. Each new United team has been defined by a different … read more »

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Manchester City vs Manchester United Preview: The clash of the titans

It’ll be a traditional affair: Red against Blue, the metropolis divided, philosophical debates emanating from the salons of Wythenshawe and many other arrondisements of the greatest city. It’ll also be carrying on the tradition of being proclaimed the Most Important … read more »

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I can’t believe United have given us hope in title race – Yaya Toure

Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure has admitted he can’t believe his side have been given another chance to win the title. Two poor results for Manchester United, a defeat at Wigan two weeks ago and draw at home to Everton … read more »

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2012 Premier League: Norwich City v Manchester City live

Follow minute-by-minute commentary of the Premier League game between Norwich City and Manchester City at Carrow Road Norwich City 1 v 5 Manchester City Norwich Man City 0:2 Aguero Norwich Man City 0:1 Tevez 90′+5′ Second Half ends, Norwich City … read more »

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Man Utd rocked by Wigan at the DW Stadium

Shaun Maloney’s goal earned Wigan a 1-0 victory over Manchester United that helped cut the champions’ lead over Manchester City to five points and breathe new life into the Premier League title race on Wednesday night. The Latics had a … read more »

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Wigan defeated league leader Man United 1-0: Video

Wigan stunned Premier League Leaders Manchester United with a 1-0 win courtesy of Shaun Maloney’s second-half strike at the DW Stadium. szólj hozzá: Fo[Matchhighlight.com] (Photo: Reuters / Russell Cheyne) Premier League leaders Manchester United enjoyed a frustrating night during their … read more »

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Premier League live updates, Scores Results

Latest Man City 4 West Brom 0 (FT) Wigan 1 Man Utd 0 Wolves 0 Arsenal 3 (FT) QPR 3 Swansea 0 Latest Man City 4 West Brom 0 (FT) Wigan 1 Man Utd 0 (FT) Wolves 0 Arsenal 3 … read more »

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Premier league 2012: Wigan vs Man Utd Preview

Relegation-haunted Wigan face the unenviable task of trying to halt Manchester United’s Premier League title charge on Wednesday evening. The Latics head into a North West derby at the DW Stadium knowing that a positive result will lift them out … read more »

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2012 Premier League Live: Man. United v West Brom

[View the story "Premier League Live: Manchester United v West Brom, Swansea v Manchester City" on Storify] Old Trafford Kick off: 14.00GMT TV:Highlights BBC2 MOTD2 10.00 Manchester United (probable, 4-4-2): De Gea; Fabio, Evans, Ferdinand, Evra; Nani, Carrick, Scholes, Young; … read more »

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Spurs-United could decide title – Neville

Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville believes that Sunday’s clash between Tottenham and Manchester United could be the turning point in the title race. United travel to White Hart Lane five points behind leaders Manchester City, who beat Bolton 2-0 … read more »

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