In January 2004, Manchester United signed French striker Louis Saha for £13.8 million from fellow Premier League club Fulham. The French forward had impressed in his three and a half-season with the Cottagers and before heading to Old Trafford he had bagged 13 goals in 21 games in the 2003/2004 season. Saha would go on to spend five seasons at …
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England picked up an expected victory in their opening Rugby World Cup game against Tonga, despite a lacklustre overall display from Eddie Jones’ side. They made a host of errors throughout the game and and didn’t look as convincing in victory as fellow tournament favourites like New Zealand and Ireland as they ended with a 35-3 win. Manu Tuilagi grabbed …
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Manchester United coach Michael Carrick says Jose Mourinho is in an elite group alongside Alex Ferguson as one of the greatest managers of the past 30 years despite his current problems at Old Trafford. The former midfielder, 37, took up a coaching role at the end of last season after a distinguished playing career at West Ham, Tottenham and United. …
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Sir Alex Ferguson was greeted by rapturous applause when he made his long-awaited return to Old Trafford following a period of health issues. It certainly is good to have the old gaffer back! Ahead of United home tie against Wolves, Ferguson was honoured by all of those present with a standing ovation after successfully having brain surgery earlier this year. …
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Legendary Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has reportedly left hospital less than a month after undergoing emergency brain surgery. Reports from The Sun have claimed that the former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has left hospital following his recent health scare. Ferguson, 76, is said to now be at home being nursed back to full health by his family and close …
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A look back at the achievements of John O'Shea - an underrated and misunderstood legend of the Irish game.
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Support came flooding in on all sides following the news that Sir Alex Ferguson had undergone surgery after a brain haemorrhage. Saturday brought with it the news that the legendary Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson had suffered a brain haemorrhage and as a result, underwent emergency surgery. And while the surgery was reportedly a success, he will still need …
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The news broke earlier today that legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson underwent surgery for a brain haemorrhage. Manchester United, the club at which Ferguson made his legacy over the course of a quarter of a century, released a statement in the wake of reports that he was rushed to hospital. “Sir Alex Ferguson has undergone surgery today for a brain …
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Arsene Wenger's departure will have some fans fearing a post Ferguson-like crisis at Arsenal, but Gerrard's departure from Liverpool should offer some optimism.
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As Andres Iniesta leaves Barcelona, we reflect on his career and the night he tore Manchester United apart.
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Arsene Wenger's legacy has been complicated by a decade of underachievement, but the structures are there for his successor to succeed.
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Arsene Wenger Leaves Arsenal at end of season
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Jose Mourinho failing to deliver the quality of football expected at Manchester United.
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Wayne Rooney is a Manchester United legend - so why are we led to believe something different?
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Lee Sharpe recalled the aftermath of the famous Cantona kicking incident - and how his manager reacted to it.
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Top former referee Graham Poll gives a fascinating insight into his life as a referee- including how he dealt with the 'scary' Roy Keane.
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Sir Alex Ferguson correctly predicted Jesse Lingard's current form five years ago.
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Manchester City continued their seemingly inevitable march to the Premier League title against West Ham on Sunday and they did it in a way that is all too reminiscent of the days when Sir Alex Ferguson drove United to 13 league crowns. While his ultimate successor, Jose Mourinho, has restored United’s standing in the league following three dismal seasons under David Moyes …
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