Pete Hall
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Clinging onto the past has held Man Utd back for much of the post-Ferguson era. Is the same happening with their youth obsession?
Piece looking at the inner workings of the academy and why Ruben Amorim is well within his rights to be cautious.
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Piece looking at the inner workings of the academy and why Ruben Amorim is well within his rights to be cautious.
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Inside Man Utd's academy - and why Amorim just won't pick the kids
Club insiders, player parents and Ruben Amorim's Sporting youth coach tell The i Paper what's really going on behind the scenes at Carrington's talent factory
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December 18, 2025 at 10:28 AM
Clinging onto the past has held Man Utd back for much of the post-Ferguson era. Is the same happening with their youth obsession?
Piece looking at the inner workings of the academy and why Ruben Amorim is well within his rights to be cautious.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Piece looking at the inner workings of the academy and why Ruben Amorim is well within his rights to be cautious.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
At times, the football last night was of the champagne variety, swashbuckling forwards plundering four more goals.
The full picture, as always, is a less rosy one.
Amorim was right to change his system. The execution was, once again, a little off.
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The full picture, as always, is a less rosy one.
Amorim was right to change his system. The execution was, once again, a little off.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Ruben Amorim cannot get away with it much longer
The Man Utd boss has once again revealed how out of touch he is with fans
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December 16, 2025 at 10:05 AM
At times, the football last night was of the champagne variety, swashbuckling forwards plundering four more goals.
The full picture, as always, is a less rosy one.
Amorim was right to change his system. The execution was, once again, a little off.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
The full picture, as always, is a less rosy one.
Amorim was right to change his system. The execution was, once again, a little off.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Mohamed Salah may have saved Liverpool's season.
He just didn't intend to do it this way.
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He just didn't intend to do it this way.
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Liverpool fans should thank Mo Salah for his outburst
The Egyptian might have just saved their season
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December 15, 2025 at 9:10 AM
Mohamed Salah may have saved Liverpool's season.
He just didn't intend to do it this way.
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He just didn't intend to do it this way.
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It is not clear what Mohamed Salah's intentions were last week at Elland Road.
But it is what his incredible outburst has unintentionally done that could save Liverpool's season.
Piece from Anfield, where everyone has come out fighting.
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But it is what his incredible outburst has unintentionally done that could save Liverpool's season.
Piece from Anfield, where everyone has come out fighting.
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Liverpool fans should thank Mo Salah for his outburst
The Egyptian might have just saved their season
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December 14, 2025 at 5:00 PM
It is not clear what Mohamed Salah's intentions were last week at Elland Road.
But it is what his incredible outburst has unintentionally done that could save Liverpool's season.
Piece from Anfield, where everyone has come out fighting.
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But it is what his incredible outburst has unintentionally done that could save Liverpool's season.
Piece from Anfield, where everyone has come out fighting.
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Real Madrid's demise is only part of a European power shift.
After years of bluster, the Premier League really can now lay claim to being the best league in the world.
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After years of bluster, the Premier League really can now lay claim to being the best league in the world.
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Man City have just changed the Champions League for good
Pep Guardiola's side have kicked Real Madrid while they're down, signalling a true power shift in European football
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December 12, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Real Madrid's demise is only part of a European power shift.
After years of bluster, the Premier League really can now lay claim to being the best league in the world.
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After years of bluster, the Premier League really can now lay claim to being the best league in the world.
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Taking Salah out of the Liverpool team certainly helps them improve defensively.
There remains, however, major concerns over the guy brought in to replace his goals in the long term.
Piece from Milan.
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There remains, however, major concerns over the guy brought in to replace his goals in the long term.
Piece from Milan.
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Isak's damning stats show Liverpool have a bigger problem than Salah
Slot's tactical switch has helped Liverpool move on quickly from Salah after his outburst - but it hasn't got their £125m striker firing
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December 10, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Taking Salah out of the Liverpool team certainly helps them improve defensively.
There remains, however, major concerns over the guy brought in to replace his goals in the long term.
Piece from Milan.
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There remains, however, major concerns over the guy brought in to replace his goals in the long term.
Piece from Milan.
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Reposted by Pete Hall
Cunha worries Amorim. And me.
AFCON ramps up the pressure. A few months ago, fans would have been relishing the prospect of the Latin Roy of the Rovers leading from the front.
This pale imitation of the player Manchester United signed doesn't inspire anyone.
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AFCON ramps up the pressure. A few months ago, fans would have been relishing the prospect of the Latin Roy of the Rovers leading from the front.
This pale imitation of the player Manchester United signed doesn't inspire anyone.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
My Man Utd signing of the summer is in danger of being a flop
In late October I said there was something Cantona-esque about Matheus Cunha – he is proving me wrong already
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December 5, 2025 at 10:42 AM
Cunha worries Amorim. And me.
AFCON ramps up the pressure. A few months ago, fans would have been relishing the prospect of the Latin Roy of the Rovers leading from the front.
This pale imitation of the player Manchester United signed doesn't inspire anyone.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
AFCON ramps up the pressure. A few months ago, fans would have been relishing the prospect of the Latin Roy of the Rovers leading from the front.
This pale imitation of the player Manchester United signed doesn't inspire anyone.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Reposted by Pete Hall
When Mo Salah took off his Airpods and stormed over to us at Elland Road last night, we had no clue what we were about to witness.
Piece on an extraordinary 10 minutes and why, despite all the criticism coming his way, he probably does have a point.
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Piece on an extraordinary 10 minutes and why, despite all the criticism coming his way, he probably does have a point.
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Salah: Someone doesn't want me at Liverpool - I'm being thrown under the bus
The out-of-favour Egyptian suggests he could play his final game next week after a breakdown in his relationship with Slot - before then referencing Jamie Carragher
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December 7, 2025 at 10:41 AM
When Mo Salah took off his Airpods and stormed over to us at Elland Road last night, we had no clue what we were about to witness.
Piece on an extraordinary 10 minutes and why, despite all the criticism coming his way, he probably does have a point.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Piece on an extraordinary 10 minutes and why, despite all the criticism coming his way, he probably does have a point.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
When Mo Salah took off his Airpods and stormed over to us at Elland Road last night, we had no clue what we were about to witness.
Piece on an extraordinary 10 minutes and why, despite all the criticism coming his way, he probably does have a point.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Piece on an extraordinary 10 minutes and why, despite all the criticism coming his way, he probably does have a point.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Salah: Someone doesn't want me at Liverpool - I'm being thrown under the bus
The out-of-favour Egyptian suggests he could play his final game next week after a breakdown in his relationship with Slot - before then referencing Jamie Carragher
inews.co.uk
December 7, 2025 at 10:41 AM
When Mo Salah took off his Airpods and stormed over to us at Elland Road last night, we had no clue what we were about to witness.
Piece on an extraordinary 10 minutes and why, despite all the criticism coming his way, he probably does have a point.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Piece on an extraordinary 10 minutes and why, despite all the criticism coming his way, he probably does have a point.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Cunha worries Amorim. And me.
AFCON ramps up the pressure. A few months ago, fans would have been relishing the prospect of the Latin Roy of the Rovers leading from the front.
This pale imitation of the player Manchester United signed doesn't inspire anyone.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
AFCON ramps up the pressure. A few months ago, fans would have been relishing the prospect of the Latin Roy of the Rovers leading from the front.
This pale imitation of the player Manchester United signed doesn't inspire anyone.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
My Man Utd signing of the summer is in danger of being a flop
In late October I said there was something Cantona-esque about Matheus Cunha – he is proving me wrong already
inews.co.uk
December 5, 2025 at 10:42 AM
Cunha worries Amorim. And me.
AFCON ramps up the pressure. A few months ago, fans would have been relishing the prospect of the Latin Roy of the Rovers leading from the front.
This pale imitation of the player Manchester United signed doesn't inspire anyone.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
AFCON ramps up the pressure. A few months ago, fans would have been relishing the prospect of the Latin Roy of the Rovers leading from the front.
This pale imitation of the player Manchester United signed doesn't inspire anyone.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Cunha worries Amorim. And me.
AFCON ramps up the pressure. A few months ago, fans would have been relishing the prospect of the Latin Roy of the Rovers leading from the front.
This pale imitation of the player Manchester United signed doesn't inspire anyone.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
AFCON ramps up the pressure. A few months ago, fans would have been relishing the prospect of the Latin Roy of the Rovers leading from the front.
This pale imitation of the player Manchester United signed doesn't inspire anyone.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
My Man Utd signing of the summer is in danger of being a flop
In late October I said there was something Cantona-esque about Matheus Cunha – he is proving me wrong already
inews.co.uk
December 5, 2025 at 10:36 AM
Cunha worries Amorim. And me.
AFCON ramps up the pressure. A few months ago, fans would have been relishing the prospect of the Latin Roy of the Rovers leading from the front.
This pale imitation of the player Manchester United signed doesn't inspire anyone.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
AFCON ramps up the pressure. A few months ago, fans would have been relishing the prospect of the Latin Roy of the Rovers leading from the front.
This pale imitation of the player Manchester United signed doesn't inspire anyone.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
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Pleased to announce I've been appointed North-West Football Correspondent for The i Paper.
Big thanks to those who've helped during 13 years freelancing – you know who you are.
Now to get stuck into a familiar patch, alongside some top journalists (and some rubbish ones).
Pleased to announce I've been appointed North-West Football Correspondent for The i Paper.
Big thanks to those who've helped during 13 years freelancing – you know who you are.
Now to get stuck into a familiar patch, alongside some top journalists (and some rubbish ones).
December 1, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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Pleased to announce I've been appointed North-West Football Correspondent for The i Paper.
Big thanks to those who've helped during 13 years freelancing – you know who you are.
Now to get stuck into a familiar patch, alongside some top journalists (and some rubbish ones).
Pleased to announce I've been appointed North-West Football Correspondent for The i Paper.
Big thanks to those who've helped during 13 years freelancing – you know who you are.
Now to get stuck into a familiar patch, alongside some top journalists (and some rubbish ones).
Back to square one. Minus one.
This run of games was always going to give us the truest indication of where Manchester United are at.
There's been recent improvement that will buy Amorim time, but those gains, to quote a ghost of recent past, are only marginal.
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This run of games was always going to give us the truest indication of where Manchester United are at.
There's been recent improvement that will buy Amorim time, but those gains, to quote a ghost of recent past, are only marginal.
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Ruben Amorim has set fire to Man Utd’s marginal gains
As is the case at United, they are only ever two defeats from another crisis
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November 25, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Back to square one. Minus one.
This run of games was always going to give us the truest indication of where Manchester United are at.
There's been recent improvement that will buy Amorim time, but those gains, to quote a ghost of recent past, are only marginal.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
This run of games was always going to give us the truest indication of where Manchester United are at.
There's been recent improvement that will buy Amorim time, but those gains, to quote a ghost of recent past, are only marginal.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
As unlikely as it may seem at this stage, Andre Onana remains open to giving his Man Utd career one more shot next season.
He is far more likely, however, to follow Rashford and Sancho out the door on a permanent basis.
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He is far more likely, however, to follow Rashford and Sancho out the door on a permanent basis.
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Onana's Man Utd career takes new turn as Rashford set for £26m transfer
Ruben Amorim is weighing up the futures of Onana, Rashford and Jadon Sancho
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November 22, 2025 at 12:49 PM
As unlikely as it may seem at this stage, Andre Onana remains open to giving his Man Utd career one more shot next season.
He is far more likely, however, to follow Rashford and Sancho out the door on a permanent basis.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
He is far more likely, however, to follow Rashford and Sancho out the door on a permanent basis.
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Had a fun chat with Monty Panesar yesterday morning.
He certainly felt he had the upper hand over Steve Smith, but will be slightly less boisterous now.
Probably only slightly, mind. 👇
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He certainly felt he had the upper hand over Steve Smith, but will be slightly less boisterous now.
Probably only slightly, mind. 👇
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Monty Panesar: I tried to rattle Steve Smith - it worked
The former England spinner on the Australia captain's jibes, his career highs and lows, bucket hats, rituals and that infamous Celebrity Mastermind appearance
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November 22, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Had a fun chat with Monty Panesar yesterday morning.
He certainly felt he had the upper hand over Steve Smith, but will be slightly less boisterous now.
Probably only slightly, mind. 👇
inews.co.uk/sport/cricke...
He certainly felt he had the upper hand over Steve Smith, but will be slightly less boisterous now.
Probably only slightly, mind. 👇
inews.co.uk/sport/cricke...
🚨EXCL: Tottenham are to rival Inter Milan for Belgian defender dubbed the next Vincent Kompany.
More details👇
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More details👇
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Tottenham rival Inter Milan for 'the next Vincent Kompany'
Spurs have made contact with Genoa to sign defender Koni De Winter
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July 15, 2025 at 2:08 PM
🚨EXCL: Tottenham are to rival Inter Milan for Belgian defender dubbed the next Vincent Kompany.
More details👇
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More details👇
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Excl: Everton set to pull off considerable coup by luring Man Utd academy director Nick Cox to become their new technical director.
Will become their most senior football executive in a newly-created role. Big blow for United.
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Will become their most senior football executive in a newly-created role. Big blow for United.
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Everton poach Man Utd academy chief in stunning coup
The highly-rated Nick Cox will become Everton’s most senior football executive
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June 18, 2025 at 8:52 AM
Excl: Everton set to pull off considerable coup by luring Man Utd academy director Nick Cox to become their new technical director.
Will become their most senior football executive in a newly-created role. Big blow for United.
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Will become their most senior football executive in a newly-created role. Big blow for United.
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Reposted by Pete Hall
‘He just wants to be the only one close to God.’
Spoke to those who’ve worked with Sir Dave Brailsford at a high level to look at the reasons behind his swift Manchester United exit.
Certainly left quite the legacy…
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Spoke to those who’ve worked with Sir Dave Brailsford at a high level to look at the reasons behind his swift Manchester United exit.
Certainly left quite the legacy…
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'He knew nothing about football': Ineos insiders on Brailsford's Man Utd failure
The infighting that led to Sir Dave Brailsford's decision to step back
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June 11, 2025 at 9:31 AM
‘He just wants to be the only one close to God.’
Spoke to those who’ve worked with Sir Dave Brailsford at a high level to look at the reasons behind his swift Manchester United exit.
Certainly left quite the legacy…
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Spoke to those who’ve worked with Sir Dave Brailsford at a high level to look at the reasons behind his swift Manchester United exit.
Certainly left quite the legacy…
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
‘He just wants to be the only one close to God.’
Spoke to those who’ve worked with Sir Dave Brailsford at a high level to look at the reasons behind his swift Manchester United exit.
Certainly left quite the legacy…
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Spoke to those who’ve worked with Sir Dave Brailsford at a high level to look at the reasons behind his swift Manchester United exit.
Certainly left quite the legacy…
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
'He knew nothing about football': Ineos insiders on Brailsford's Man Utd failure
The infighting that led to Sir Dave Brailsford's decision to step back
inews.co.uk
June 11, 2025 at 9:31 AM
‘He just wants to be the only one close to God.’
Spoke to those who’ve worked with Sir Dave Brailsford at a high level to look at the reasons behind his swift Manchester United exit.
Certainly left quite the legacy…
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Spoke to those who’ve worked with Sir Dave Brailsford at a high level to look at the reasons behind his swift Manchester United exit.
Certainly left quite the legacy…
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Fernandes' decision to stay means already important player sales simply must happen, and quickly.
Rashford, Antony, Sancho, Hojlund, Mainoo and Garnacho are all attracting interest.
Let the bidding commence. Soon.
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Rashford, Antony, Sancho, Hojlund, Mainoo and Garnacho are all attracting interest.
Let the bidding commence. Soon.
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The six transfer decisions Man Utd have to get right
Ruben Amorim could do with some exits quickly as he looks to rebuild his squad
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June 4, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Fernandes' decision to stay means already important player sales simply must happen, and quickly.
Rashford, Antony, Sancho, Hojlund, Mainoo and Garnacho are all attracting interest.
Let the bidding commence. Soon.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Rashford, Antony, Sancho, Hojlund, Mainoo and Garnacho are all attracting interest.
Let the bidding commence. Soon.
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna will hold talks with Manchester United this week, as the Serie A champions look to end Alejandro Garnacho's Old Trafford misery.
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Alejandro Garnacho nears £50m Man Utd exit after falling out with Ruben Amorim
The Argentine was omitted from United's squad for the final game against Aston Villa
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May 26, 2025 at 9:19 AM
Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna will hold talks with Manchester United this week, as the Serie A champions look to end Alejandro Garnacho's Old Trafford misery.
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Aston Villa file complaint against "inexperienced referee", ignoring the fact they were dominated by a second-rate Manchester United.
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Aston Villa file complaint over 'inexperienced' referee in Man Utd defeat
Official's mistake contributed to damaging defeat at Old Trafford, argue club
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May 26, 2025 at 9:18 AM
Aston Villa file complaint against "inexperienced referee", ignoring the fact they were dominated by a second-rate Manchester United.
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I need help! I am running out of new ways to explain that Manchester United are not very good!
A summer with a thesaurus always at hand awaits. As things are only going to get worse from here.
Piece from another miserable night in Bilbao:
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A summer with a thesaurus always at hand awaits. As things are only going to get worse from here.
Piece from another miserable night in Bilbao:
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May 22, 2025 at 10:35 AM
I need help! I am running out of new ways to explain that Manchester United are not very good!
A summer with a thesaurus always at hand awaits. As things are only going to get worse from here.
Piece from another miserable night in Bilbao:
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
A summer with a thesaurus always at hand awaits. As things are only going to get worse from here.
Piece from another miserable night in Bilbao:
inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Didn't see Amad Diallo being Manchester United's best hope of salvation this time last year.
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Man Utd's best hope for Europa glory is a player they nearly threw away
Amad Diallo has been a breath of fresh air while Rasmus Hojlund's struggles continue
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May 21, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Didn't see Amad Diallo being Manchester United's best hope of salvation this time last year.
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