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Fernandes and Shaw Claim PFA Player of the Year Honors
sports3 days ago

Fernandes and Shaw Claim PFA Player of the Year Honors

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes and Manchester City forward Khadija Shaw were named the PFA’s men’s and women’s Player of the Year for 2025-26, following their Football Writers’ Association wins; Fernandes set a Premier League assists record with 21 as United secured Champions League football, while Shaw scored 21 goals to seal City’s WSL title and FA Cup win. Nico O'Reilly and Olivia Smith won the men’s and women’s young player of the year awards, and Arsenal and City dominated the PFA Team of the Year.

Hull City stun United as Carrick pledges to stay the course
sports6 days ago

Hull City stun United as Carrick pledges to stay the course

Hull City beat Manchester United 2-0 to claim their first top-flight win over United since 1974, with both goals coming in the first half. The defeat sparked comments from pundits about United’s readiness and pressing, while Hull’s coach emphasized a plan around set-pieces. Rashford returned as a substitute for United, but manager Michael Carrick insisted the club won’t alter their course after the shock loss.

United set to seal £70m Baleba deal to boost midfield
sports7 days ago

United set to seal £70m Baleba deal to boost midfield

Manchester United are close to signing Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba for up to £70m (£65m upfront plus £5m in add-ons), with a medical expected this weekend and a sell-on clause. The 22-year-old Cameroon international would bolster a midfield rebuilt after Casemiro's departure, complementing arrivals Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans as United push to strengthen further. Baleba is currently sidelined with an ankle injury from pre-season; the deal would lift United's summer spend to about £153m and raise questions about left-back cover and overall squad balance ahead of the season.

Reality Check for United: Milan rout underscores transfer priorities
sports13 days ago

Reality Check for United: Milan rout underscores transfer priorities

Manchester United’s pre-season has shown promise under Michael Carrick, but a 4-2 defeat to Ruben Amorim’s Milan highlighted tactical gaps, especially on the flanks and at left-back. Carrick has stressed the need for more signings, with genuine competition for Luke Shaw and options like Lewis Hall and Myles Lewis-Skelly in consideration, plus potential moves for Amass on loan to secure minutes. United’s spending under Carrick remains disciplined (about £85m so far) compared with Milan’s big-money signings, and with the transfer window still open, strengthening the squad appears a clear priority to convert preseason optimism into real progress.

Milan Flexes Depth and Quality in 4-2 Preseason Win Over United
football13 days ago

Milan Flexes Depth and Quality in 4-2 Preseason Win Over United

AC Milan staged a comeback to beat Manchester United 4-2 in a pre-season clash in Poland, with Ruben Amorim’s approach showing promise despite defensive gaps. Samuel Chukwueze scored and supplied two assists, Gonçalo Ramos showcased top-class finishing, Ardon Jashari pressed relentlessly and looked set to anchor the midfield, and Lorenzo Torriani earned consideration for a Serie A start after a solid showing including a key penalty save. Overall, Milan’s quality and system look encouraging, though defensive depth and consistency remain work in progress.

Milan overturns United in final pre-season as Rashford No. 9 sparks talk
sports13 days ago

Milan overturns United in final pre-season as Rashford No. 9 sparks talk

Manchester United were beaten 4-2 by Milan in their final pre-season friendly in Wroclaw, with Bruno Fernandes missing a penalty for the second time in three days as Milan struck three goals in 14 minutes of the second half to overturn a 2-1 United lead. Maguire gave United the early advantage, Chukwueze and Ramos levelled for Milan, Dorgu briefly put United ahead, and Loftus-Cheek sealed the win for Milan. Rashford wore the No. 9 on his return, fuelling speculation about his role as United head into the new season with defensive vulnerabilities exposed. Next up: Hull City.

Milan edge United 4-2 in Wroclaw pre-season clash
sports13 days ago

Milan edge United 4-2 in Wroclaw pre-season clash

AC Milan overturned an early United lead to win 4-2 in a sun-soaked Wroclaw pre-season friendly, with Bruno Fernandes converting a penalty after Samuel Chukwueze’s leveller and then Milan struck three times after the break through Alphadjo Cisse, Goncalo Ramos and Loftus-Cheek. The match provided a useful fitness run-out for Carrick, featured United’s new ivory third kit, saw Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans form a new midfield pair, and included a hydration break in 34°C heat with Senne Lammens impressing in goal.

Chukwueze fuels Milan’s 4-2 win over United in Poland
sports13 days ago

Chukwueze fuels Milan’s 4-2 win over United in Poland

AC Milan beat Manchester United 4-2 in a Poland pre-season friendly, earning their first win of the summer thanks to Chukwueze’s standout display (MOTM) with a goal and assist. Ramos and Torriani also impressed, while Terracciano made a costly error. Musah struggled and some defensive holes were evident, though the second-half tweaks by Amorim helped Milan pull away and reinforce their positive pre-season signs.