When legendary Manchester United Alex Ferguson announced he would be retiring in May 2013, it shocked almost everyone. Only a select few — including his wife Cathy and the Glazers — knew the announcement was coming. But even though it left United fans in a state of shock, there was still a sense of optimism that Ferguson’s legacy would continue. …
The final of the UEFA Champions League of the year 1999 is one of the most memorable moments of the football match. The last sixteen’s second-leg clash between Manchester United and Bayern Munich in Barcelona is considered one of the most amazing. This match wasn’t just a game. It was about overcoming challenges, believing in a last-moment miracle, and letting …
At most football clubs in England, winning the League Cup one year, followed by the FA Cup the following year, would be enough to keep you in a job. It would be sufficient at some clubs to turn you into a club legend. Most clubs, however, are not Manchester United. While the likes of Newcastle United or Tottenham Hotspur would …
Manchester United is one of the world’s most illustrious sports clubs. In fact, it claims to have more supporters around the world than any other team, with some putting the estimate at over 700 million fans. To gain such standing, a team needs to have a rich history. That history is charted on this website here. However, we would like …
It’s a testament to how relentless football scheduling has been since the World Cup that it feels like a very long time ago since Cristiano Ronaldo’s acrimonious split with Manchester United. But the agreement to terminate the contract came on 23rd November, meaning it’s just over three months since the Portuguese legend left the club. Even though it’s been a …
Manchester United is a team with the proudest history in English football, winning the top flight on an incredible 20 occasions. Under the tenure of Sir Alex Ferguson, the Red Devils lifted the Premier League title 13 times, surpassing Liverpool as the most successful team in the country. At the peak of their powers under Ferguson, no team in England …
Throughout the 134-year history of English football, rivalries have been passed down throughout the generations. Those rivalries have only intensified since the Premier League was born in 1992. Thanks to the influx of money and media attention on the country’s national game, some derbies are now watched by locals and billions of fans worldwide. And while some of these matchups …
Every sports team has a fascinating history that includes both remarkable and not-so-memorable moments. Football, in particular, is extraordinarily rich in memorable moments that remain a crucial reference point in the sport and the history of sports in general. Football has indeed seen a lot of notable clubs that have evolved over the years, creating many unforgettable moments in the …
