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The Red Devils came agonisingly close to scoring several times in the first half of the game but their finishing let them down, whereas AIK Solna were keen on making the breaks they got count. Nani was particularly impressive until he was replaced, by Angelo Henriquez in the 31st minute, after suffering a muscle injury. Anders Lindegaard did a commendable job in evading AIK winger Martin Mutumba’s multiple attempts to score past the United goal keeper....

For various reasons, United’s three summer signings to date were not available to play in the 1-1 draw with Sunderland, meaning the entire midfield and defense was made up of players who could easily have left Old Trafford this summer without anybody batting an eyelid. It was a stark reminder of how far this famous club has to go to before it is challenging at the top level. Van Gaal has often been proven right in his distinguished career, and it certainly seems he was on the money when he suggested he would need three months to get things moving in the right direction....

The former Netherlands boss arrived at the club’s training ground in Carrington shortly before 9 a.m. GMT and was informed that his contract would be terminated a year early, with the club later confirming the news in a statement. MORE: Ranking American owners in Premier League | Copa America: U.S. plans Executive vice chairman Ed Woodward said: “I would like to thank Louis and his staff for their excellent work in the past two years culminating in winning a record-equaling 12th FA Cup for the club (and securing him a title in four different countries)....

Last year, Yorkshire’s Sohail Rehman became the world’s first ever wheelchair trainer to coach non-disabled footballers when he received his coaching badges. Rehman used to work in Sunday League football before the Red Devils fulfilled his dream to coach at a top club. And Rehman credits ex-Manchester United coach David Moyes for the opportunity. Rehman thanked David Moyes “Big thanks to David Moyes,” Sohail said. “I did a coaching session at United and after that he was basically saying how impressed he was with me....

The Englishman, on the other hand, had a spectacular season in the Championship last year with the Blades, recording 21 clean sheets over 46 games and conceding just 21 goals in the process while on loan from United. This season, Henderson has been pivotal to Sheffield’s push for a finish in the top half of the table and has managed to keep 7 clean sheets in his 20 appearances, conceding 18 goals and committing just the one error leading to a goal....

In case you didn’t know… Towards the end of Jose Mourinho’s charge at Old Trafford, Ed Woodward was subject to intense scrutiny after failing to back the Portuguese manager with the signings he demanded. Also, the supporters questioned United’s recruitment strategy, with ludicrous wages being offered to the players in order to tempt them towards the club. In recent years, Woodward has targeted superstars, who possess a high commercial appeal, contrasting to the culture which prevailed during Sir Alex Ferguson’s time at the club....

In case you didn’t know… The Glazers are currently the owners of Manchester United, having bought the club in the early 2000s. However, the club’s owners have come under increasing pressure from fans in recent years, following allegations of mismanagement. While some United fans believe the Glazers are not investing enough into the club, others hold the view that the owners are responsible for the team’s recent slump due to a series of outrageous decisions....

Ahead of the Red Devils’ high-profile showdown with reigning champions Liverpool at the same venue on the weekend, here, we take a look at the latest Manchester United news. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer opens up on Edinson Cavani’s future Edinson Cavani’s future at Manchester United could go on to define the club’s transfer plans this summer. The Uruguayan has scored 12 goals for the Red Devils across all competitions and has played a crucial role for the side....

Van Gaal says that his decision to sell Valdes was brought about when he refused to play with the reserve team. According to the Dutchman, this showed the player’s lack of commitment to the team. In an interview with Colombian news station RCN, The Spaniard praised his former manager Pep Guardiola for his excellent man-management skills and admitted that his personality was hard to manage. “I am a very difficult person to work and live with....

In another video, Brian explains how he also taught Hugo to lie on his back as a puppy, which also may have contributed to his unusual habit. The Alaskan Malamute takes its name from the Malhemut tribe of Innuit who bred and developed them for pulling heavy loads over long distances, and it is the strongest of all the sled dogs. According to the American Kennel Club, “The Alaskan Malamute stands 23 to 25 inches at the shoulder and weighs 75 to 85 pounds....

Rashford’s free kick was the difference for the Red Devils on Thursday as they boosted their chances of reaching the Europa League final with a slender away win over Celta Vigo. Rash the new king for Man Utd It was the 19-year-old’s 10th goal in all competitions this season and in the absence of Ibrahimovic, Owen believes he is beginning to show his worth to Jose Mourinho’s side. “I think if you ask his team-mates, they would probably prefer to play with Rashford up-front,” the former Man United striker said on BT Sport....

The 18-year-old, who has previously spent time on the books at Leeds United, first linked up with the Red Devils on a trial basis. Back Man Utd to see off Barca in ICC He made his debut in an academy derby with Manchester City in March, catching the eye with a number of impressive stops in a 2-2 draw. Richardson continued to impress as the 2016-17 campaign came to a close and was named on the bench for the penultimate fixture of the season for United’s Under-23 side against Arsenal....

Speculation continues to suggest that Real Madrid are preparing another raid on Old Trafford for a long-standing transfer target. The Blancos are willing to spend big on De Gea, despite the Spain international being under contract in England until at least 2019. United have the option to trigger a 12-month extension in the 27-year-old’s current deal, while fresh terms have been mooted for a man that Jose Mourinho and Co have no intention of parting with....

Van Gaal was axed in favour of Jose Mourinho shortly after winning the FA Cup, with United having finished outside of the top four in the Premier League. Under Mourinho, United finished sixth in the final 2016-17 Premier League standings but won both the EFL Cup and Europa League. Yet Rooney, who was United’s captain at the time, insists the club should have given Van Gaal another year to prove he could be a success....

Red Devils 5/2 for PL title McCann, who has represented England at under-16 level, is a United supporter, with the League Two club set to receive a fee from Jose Mourinho’s side for the transfer. Speaking about the move, Coventry academy manager Richard Stevens said: “When a big football club come knocking, and it is the club that Charlie supports, you must let him go and have that experience....

Griezmann, 26, has been heavily linked with an Atletico exit, with Manchester United among the clubs reported to be interested. The France star - who has also been linked with Barcelona - revealed he had a “six out of ten” chance of joining United last summer, before signing a new contract at Atletico. However, Simeone says Griezmann is free to leave the Liga giants, just as Diego Costa and Arda Turan once were....

On September 14, Carson King attended a college football game at Iowa State University’s Jack Tice Stadium, where the Cyclones were playing the University of Iowa Hawkeyes for the annual Cy-Hawk Trophy. The game was featured on ESPN’s College GameDay, as did King, who was standing behind the host’s platform, holding a sign reading “Busch Light Supply Needs Replenished,” with King’s Venmo account number. Fans started sending money to King, who works at Prairie Meadows Casino in Altoona....

An unnamed 46-year-old man went to a house in Brandon, around 45 miles southeast of Townsville where he allegedly attacked a 49-year-old man with a machete around 11 p.m. on Saturday night. The victim tried to defend himself by putting his hand up in front of his face but the momentum of the weapon he was facing was too much and he was cut all the way to the bone, the Courier-Mail reported....

The first leg match will be played at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester next Tuesday, reports Efe. The club expects the exclusive club-chartered train service between London’s Euston station and Manchester’s Piccadilly to be a huge hit with the fans, following other popular Man City-sponsored journeys in Europe when it played Dynamo Kyiv and PSG. Also Read: Zabaleta casts doubt over Manchester City future The City Express will make it possible for southern-based team to enjoy the first Champions League semi-final in the club’s history and travel home on the same night....

Pep Guardiola’s side had equalled Arsenal’s Premier League record of 14 straight successes on Sunday after outclassing local rivals Manchester United at Old Trafford. In beating United, they became the first team to win 14 consecutive Premier League games in a single season, with Arsenal’s achievement spanning the 2001-02 and 2002-03 campaigns. However, City now hold the record outright after goals from David Silva, who scored in each half, Kevin De Bruyne and Sergio Aguero comfortably secured the points at the Liberty Stadium....